Best Methodist Podcasts (2024)

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Men of Nehemiah - 2024 28:38

5h ago28:38

28:38

By Rand Carlson

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Beyond the Sermon: God's Promises for Past and Present 10:25

3h ago10:25

10:25

This week Mat and Magrey dive into the deeper meaning behind Magery's prayer and how we can stay faithful to every moment, even when we're called to something bigger then ourselves. -- Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps --By Hyde Park United Methodist

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The Christmas Letters, Part 1 // Pastor Magrey Devega // December 1, 2024 17:18

2h ago17:18

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The life, death, and resurrection of Jesus brings us good news, offering us the hope of salvation. In Romans, we see God’s great plan to save all people from sin. Reflection Questions: 1. What do you enjoy about receiving Christmas letters this time of year? 2. How has God been faithful to you in the past? How is God active in your life now? 3. If …

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The Last Noel: The Promise Fulfilled 19:42

3h ago19:42

19:42

December 1, 2024; The Last Noel: The Promise Fulfilled by Rev. Brady Whitton; Gospel Lesson Luke 21:25-36; www.FirstMethodist.org

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Sermon December 1, 2024 - Above The Holiday Noise 24:51

2d ago24:51

24:51

By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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November 24 2024 Generous Living Part 4 36:05

4h ago36:05

36:05

God has given each of us gifts. In part 4 of the series Generous Living Pastor Edwin reminds us to serve with what we have been given. Scripture Romans 12:6-8 Support the showBy Pastor Edwin Richiez

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A Peace of Me: How To Make a Life (And Not Just a Living) 29:38

3d ago29:38

29:38

Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide. Winston Churchill was quoted as saying, “You make a living by what you get; you make a life by what you give.” We put a lot of effort in trying to make a living (and rightly so); but how do we go about making a life? In this week’s sermon, we explore this question by studying the words of the Apos…

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Beyond the Sermon: The Empathy the World is Missing 11:02

2h ago11:02

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This week, Mat and Magrey explore the Christian Liturgical Calendar more deeply, reflecting on what uncertain times mean to them and how they can find comfort in them. -- Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps --By Hyde Park United Methodist

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Not the End of the World, Part 4 // Pastor Magrey Devega // November 24, 2024 15:36

25m ago15:36

15:36

Challenged to prove ourselves, we find our identity in Christ, our King. Reflection Questions: 1. What do you think it means to call Jesus king? 2. Do you think empathy is in short supply today? Who models it best for you? 3. How will you emulate Jesus in your everyday life? -- Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps --…

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Sermon November 24, 2024 - Extravagant Faith 25:48

9d ago25:48

25:48

By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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So the World Will Know (part 3): No Greater Purpose 27:48

8h ago27:48

27:48

November 24, 2024; So the World Will Know (part 3): No Greater Purpose by Rev. Brady Whitton; Gospel Lesson Matthew 28:18-20; www.FirstMethodist.org

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Christ, Our Only King! Rev. Dr. Colleen Hurley-Bates(11.24.24) 20:18

3d ago20:18

20:18

Christ, Our Only King! Rev. Dr. Colleen Hurley-Bates(11.24.24) by SermonsBy Sermons

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November 17 2024 Generous Living Part 3 27:16

6h ago27:16

27:16

How do you live a generous life? Follow along as Pastor Jacquie Leveron delivers Part 3 of the series Generous Living. Scripture Matthew 25:21 Support the showBy Pastor Jacquie Leveron

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November 10 2024 Generous Living Part 2 27:31

6h ago27:31

27:31

Stewardship is the theme as Pastor Jacquie Leveron delivers Part 2 of the series "Generous Living." Scripture 2 Corinthians 9:6-7 Support the showBy Pastor Jacquie Leveron

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Beyond the Sermon: Full Disclosure 12:41

2h ago12:41

12:41

This week, Mat and Magrey reflect on what the crumbling temple might look like in your life, and how to find hope and guidance in those times of uncertainty. -- Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps --By Hyde Park United Methodist

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A Peace of Me: Conflict Resolution (Jesus Style) 37:08

3d ago37:08

37:08

Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide. In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God” (Matthew 5:9). However, in some way, with someone, we are all in some degree of conflict. So the question is, how do we navigate and resolve conflict in a way that aligns with our faith? …

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Not the End of the World, Part 3 // Pastor Magrey Devega // November 17, 2024 15:07

7d ago15:07

15:07

Christ never promises an easy walk, but one of sacrifice. Reflection Questions: 1.) When in your life did all you thought was true and reliable seem “thrown down”? 2.) When have you seen evidence of God not giving up during your hard times? 3.) How will you release your energy as an act of defiant hope in the world? -- Find out more at HydeParkUMC.…

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Sermon November 17, 2024 - Stumbling Faith 23:36

16d ago23:36

23:36

By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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So the World Will Know (part 2): One Heart, One Mission 25:58

5h ago25:58

25:58

November 17, 2024; So the World Will Know (part 2): One Heart, One Mission by Rev. Brady Whitton; Scripture Lesson Acts 4:32-33; www.FirstMethodist.org

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So The World Will Know (part 1) Shining the Light 22:22

1d ago22:22

22:22

November 10, 2024; So The World Will Know (part 1) Shining the Light by Rev. Brady Whitton; Gospel Lesson Matthew 5:14-16; www.FirstMethodist.org

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Greatness in the Kingdom- Rev. Jake Elliott (11.10.24) 26:39

22d ago26:39

26:39

Greatness in the Kingdom- Rev. Jake Elliott (11.10.24) by SermonsBy Sermons

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A Peace of Me: Inner Peace 31:16

10d ago31:16

31:16

Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide. Jesus tells us that in this life, we will have trouble (John 16:33). It is not a matter of if, but when. Yet, we can still experience inner peace as the storms around us do not have to become the storms within us. In Matthew 14, we see Peter’s incredible act of faith as he walks on water toward Je…

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Beyond the Sermon: How to Overcome Hopelessness 9:55

3d ago9:55

9:55

Join Mat and Justin as they dive deeper into the message of Thessalonians, exploring how to find hope when it feels like the end is near. Justin shares a personal story of facing hopelessness, and together they reflect on what it means to persevere with faith. -- Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps --…

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Not the End of the World: Skipping to the End, Part 2 // The Rev. Justin LaRosa // November 10, 2024 20:24

3d ago20:24

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It may feel like the end is near, but we have to keep going. Reflection Questions: 1. How have you attempted to stay grounded in your faith with unsettling news or alarming situation in today’s world? 2. How do you think modern-day predictions or claims about end times events impact people’s faith, both positively and negatively? 3. How can you sta…

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Sermon November 10, 2024 - Restored Faith 32:36

23d ago32:36

32:36

By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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November 3rd 2024 Generous Living Part 1 20:26

29d ago20:26

20:26

In Part 1 of the series Generous Living Pastor Jacquie Leveron brings us a message about stewardship. Scripture 1 Chronicles 29:10-14 Support the showBy Pastor Jacquie Leveron

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October 27 2024 Reformation Sunday 29:20

10d ago29:20

29:20

Pastor Edwin Richiez delivers a Reformation Sunday message. Scripture Jude 1:3 Support the showBy Pastor Edwin Richiez

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Election Preparation: A Peace of Me 36:33

17d ago36:33

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Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide. In today's politically charged culture, it’s easy to view everything through a red or blue lens. But this clouds our vision, making it harder to see Jesus as he truly is, beyond the confines of political affiliation. It's crucial to remember that while we cast our votes for candidates, we cast our…

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Wesley's Rules for Voting! (The Politics Episode) 40:21

10d ago40:21

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On today's episode the David, Scott, and Maggie talk about Wesley's rules for voting, and the spiritual and ethical implications of how we allow politics to affect our lives as Christians.

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Sermon November 3, 2024 - Great Faith 29:38

29d ago29:38

29:38

By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Not the End of the World: The Work of Waiting, Part 1 // Pastor Sally Campbell-Evans // November 3, 2024 20:33

10d ago20:33

20:33

God is at work in the dark places, even when we cannot see it. Reflection Questions 1. When you are struggling who helps you (or what helps you) get back up and try again? 2. What is one thing you could do today to encourage someone (a friend, family member, stranger) who is struggling with their faith in God? 3. Who are some of the saints that hav…

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What Will They Remember About Us? 22:21

11d ago22:21

22:21

November 3, 2024; What Will They Remember About Us? by Rev. Brady Whitton; Scripture Lesson Ruth 1:1-18; www.FirstMethodist.org

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The Greatness of God- Rev. Dr. Colleen Hurley-Bates (11.3.24) 18:35

11d ago18:35

18:35

The Greatness of God- Rev. Dr. Colleen Hurley-Bates (11.3.24) by SermonsBy Sermons

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Claim Joy: A Final Thought 27:46

24d ago27:46

27:46

Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide. Throughout this sermon series, we have learned that joy is not dependent on our circumstances. But how do we claim joy in the midst of uncertainty or challenges? In Acts 9, Ananias is called by God to go find a man named Saul and minister to him. We know him today as the Apostle Paul, one of the m…

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Living Impact: Committed to the Future, Part 6 // Pastor Magrey Devega // October 27, 2024 17:37

24d ago17:37

17:37

The culmination of remembering our membership vows is an act of recommitment, which would include the submission of our estimates of giving cards. Reflection Questions: In what way do you experience this congregation as a “household”? How are you uniquely called and gifted to build up the work of this church? How will you recommit your efforts of p…

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Sermon October 27, 2024 - God's Economy 30:19

1M ago30:19

30:19

By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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A Spirit of Kindness 27:50

20d ago27:50

27:50

October 27, 2024; A Spirit of Kindness by Rev. Ron Greer, Director, Pastoral Counseling Service, Peachtree Road United Methodist Church, Atlanta, Ga.; Scripture Lesson Micah 6:8; www.FirstMethodist.org

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Charismatic Tradition- Matt Fore (Encounter, 10.27.24) 1:04:28

18d ago1:04:28

1:04:28

Charismatic Tradition- Matt Fore (Encounter, 10.27.24) by SermonsBy Sermons

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Why Evangelicals Aren't Going to Church 48:20

29d ago48:20

48:20

On today's episode David, Scott and Maggie discuss a recent Substack post by Ryan Burg that discussed perpelexing data that shows a drop int he number of evanglicals going to church. Read the Ryan Burge's substack article here: "I'm and Evangelical But I Rarely Go to Church"

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October 20 2024 Ancient Voices for the Modern World Part 16 19:38

30d ago19:38

19:38

Still the same God? Follow along as Pastor Jacquie Leveron delivers part 16 of the series Ancient Voices for the Modern World, Scripture Zechariah 4:6-7 Support the showBy Pastor Jacquie Leveron

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Claim Joy: What Paul Knew 34:40

1M ago34:40

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Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide. The apostle Paul knew one thing about how to cultivate joy that we so easily miss today. In his last meeting with the elders from Ephesus, Paul charges them to watch over and serve the church (Acts 20:28). He also reminded them of Jesus’ teaching, “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts…

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Living Impact: Committed to the Future, Part 5 // Pastor Magrey Devega // October 20, 2024 18:29

24d ago18:29

18:29

The kingdom of God is built one life at a time, one relationship at a time, one moment of personal invitation at a time. Reflection Questions: What experience have you had with evangelism that is coercive or argumentative? What natural ways will you be a witness for Jesus? Which of the five ways to be a witness come easiest for you? Hardest? Find o…

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Sermon October 20, 2023 - A Political Gospel 23:45

1M ago23:45

23:45

By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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How to Love Your Neighbor (part 3): Tell The Truth 26:12

27d ago26:12

26:12

October 20, 2024; How to Love Your Neighbor (part 3): Tell The Truth by Rev. Brady Whitton; Scripture Lesson Exodus 20:1-4, 7-17; www.FirstMethodist.org

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October 13 2024 Ancient Voices for the Modern World Part 15 23:26

2M ago23:26

23:26

Follow along as Pastor Jacquie Leveron continues her series on the prophets as she delivers part 15 of the series Ancient Voices for the Modern World. Scripture Haggai 1:1-8 Support the showBy Pastor Jacquie Leveron

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Claim Joy: At a Funeral 36:15

1M ago36:15

36:15

Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide. You don't have to be Christian to experience joy. However, the joy that is offered by Jesus is unique in that it does not depend on circumstances and it can coexist with suffering. Why? Because the resurrection of Christ changes everything! As followers of Christ, we have a living hope because of …

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Living Impact: Committed to the Future, Part 4 // Heidi Aspinwall // October 13, 2024 19:45

2M ago19:45

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What does it mean to serve others? For many of us, growing in our ability to serve means learning how to be uncomfortable in situations that stretch our boundaries. It means learning new names, extending ourselves, and focusing on the needs of others instead of our own. Learning to serve can be a process. Thankfully we have many examples of process…

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Sermon October 13, 2024 - For The Love 35:07

2M ago35:07

35:07

By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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How To Love Your Neighbor (part 2): Care for the Hurting & Vulnerable 23:13

1M ago23:13

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October 13, 2024; How To Love Your Neighbor (part 2): Care for the Hurting & Vulnerable by Rev. Brady Whitton; Scripture Lesson Luke 10:25-37; www.FirstMethodist.org