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John Blevins III on SermonAudioJohn Blevins III on SermonAudioCan a Person Be Saved Without Believing in Jesus? | May 2A new MP3 sermon from Christ Church Presbyterian is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Can a Person Be Saved Without Believing in Jesus? | May 2 Subtitle: Strength for Today Speaker: John Blevins III Broadcaster: Christ Church Presbyterian Event: Devotional Date: 5/2/2025 Bible: Matthew 13:10-17 Length: 10 min.2025-05-0310 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSThe Ragman - Sunrise Worship (Rock Springs UMC)Series: The Way of the CrossScripture: Matthew 28:1-10The story "The Ragman" was written by Walter Wangerine, Jr. and is in his book Ragman and Other Stories of Faith. The book is available on Amazon.Jesus said, "I am the way..." and "If anyone would come after me they must deny themselves, take up their cross and follow me." During the season of Lent we will be exploring the reality that if Jesus is the Way and he has called us to take up our crosses and follow him, then for us...2025-04-2115 minThe Quarter Mile PodcastThe Quarter Mile PodcastThe Fast and The Furious (1955)We've reached our final destination and finale for Season 2! Go back in time with Drew and CJ as we watch and review The Fast and The Furious, of 1955!  This movie has basically nothing to do with it's 2001 namesake, but we had a blast talking about it with special guest, comedian friend,  fellow podcaster, movie critic, and film buff, Matthew Blevins!SOCIAL LINKS:The Quarter Mile PodcastDrew DavisCJ WaltonSpecial Guest:Matthew BlevinsSend us a text...2025-04-1643 minMovie WarsMovie WarsKill Bill: Vol. 2 with Matthew BlevinsThe culmination of our "Kill Bill" series finds us delving into Volume 2, where a fervent discussion unfolds between Matthew Blevins, a stand-up comic and film critic, and Seth, who approaches the film with a healthy dose of skepticism. The primary focus of this episode is the contrasting perspectives on the film's narrative depth and stylistic choices, particularly as Matthew passionately defends the cinematic merits of "Kill Bill: Volume 2," while Seth articulates his reservations regarding its pacing and climactic resolution. As we navigate this dialogue, we witness the intricate dance between Matthew's enthusiasm and Seth's critical analysis, which allows for...2025-04-011h 19Movie WarsMovie WarsKill Bill: Vol. 1 with Matthew BlevinsThe esteemed comedian and film critic Matthew Blevins(who joined Kyle on the Mad Max series) brings his perspective to the Kill Bill series. Kyle, Seth, and Matthew bring three very different perspectives on what may be Tarantino's best work. We discussed pacing, length, and writing as areas of differing thought among Tarantino fans. The podcast episode features a compelling dialogue among the hosts, including the guest, comedian and film critic Matthew Blevins. The discussion centers on Quentin Tarantino's renowned cinematic work, the Kill Bill series, with a particular focus on the distinctive elements that characterize this...2025-03-251h 26Up and at \'Em: Living for Jesus DailyUp and at 'Em: Living for Jesus DailyPursuing God TogetherAs she concludes her studies of Matthew, Isabella takes us back to the beginning of the book to talk about romantic relationships and what they look like. Mary and Joseph are often talked about individually, but how their individual faiths come together to pursue God is rarely addressed. 2025-03-1309 minUp and at \'Em: Living for Jesus DailyUp and at 'Em: Living for Jesus DailyFighting PassivityBags of gold, oil lamps, laziness, ten virgins, procrastination...this episode has it all. Isabella takes a deeper dive into Matthew 25 and how we can connect the lessons about being expectant and active to our own lives. 2025-02-2714 minUp and at \'Em: Living for Jesus DailyUp and at 'Em: Living for Jesus DailyIn the RoomAs she continues reading familiar stories in Matthew, Isabella keeps learning new things she never thought of. This episode dives into Isabella's takeaways from Matthew 9 and the story of the little girl who was once dead and then raised to life. 2025-02-2006 minMovie WarsMovie WarsFuriosa: A Mad Max Saga with Matthew BlevinsKyle has his friend, standup comedian, and film critic Matthew Blevins join for the final entry of the Movie Wars Mad Max series. We close out with the controversial final chapter, Furiosa. We delve into the stark contrasts between this latest installment and its predecessors, particularly focusing on the diminished depth of character and narrative coherence that plagued "Furiosa." Our discourse scrutinizes the portrayal of the titular character, Furiosa, as well as the lack of engaging villains, which ultimately detracts from the film's potential impact. Furthermore, we explore the overall cinematic techniques employed, lamenting the absence of the gritty...2025-02-181h 25Up and at \'Em: Living for Jesus DailyUp and at 'Em: Living for Jesus DailyLove Within the LawHappy (almost) Valentine's Day! While romantic love might be on your mind, that is not the greatest love there is. Jesus's love transcends anything and everything, but there's a critical factor we often miss: His Law! How does the Law relate to His love? Check out this episode to hear more lessons from Isabella's study of Matthew.2025-02-1308 minUp and at \'Em: Living for Jesus DailyUp and at 'Em: Living for Jesus DailyAll I HaveRereading familiar Bible stories can give us an incredibly different understanding of their messages. The feeding of the five thousand in Matthew 14 taught Isabella a new lesson that she shares in this episode. We are never enough, but that doesn't mean we cannot do what God has called us to do.2025-02-0608 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhat Are We Waiting For...an Enforcer? KID FRIENDLY (New Beginnings UMC)Series: What Are We Waiting For? Scripture: Isaiah 2:2-3; 11:1-4 & Matthew 11:16-19 Long before Jesus was born many people were waiting for the Messiah, but Jesus did not fit what most of those people expected the Messiah to be. In this series we will explore three questions: Before Jesus was born what sort of messiah were people waiting for? What sort of messiah did Jesus turn out to be? What should Jesus' followers be doing as we are waiting for Jesus to return? This sermon was originally preached to New Beginnings UMC on 12/15/24...2024-12-1624 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhat Are We Waiting For...an Enforcer? (Chester UMC)Series: What Are We Waiting For? Scripture: Isaiah 2:2-3; 11:1-4 & Matthew 11:16-19 Long before Jesus was born many people were waiting for the Messiah, but Jesus did not fit what most of those people expected the Messiah to be. In this series we will explore three questions: Before Jesus was born what sort of messiah were people waiting for? What sort of messiah did Jesus turn out to be? What should Jesus' followers be doing as we are waiting for Jesus to return? This sermon was originally preached to Chester UMC on 12/15/24. If...2024-12-1627 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhat Are We Waiting For...a Conqueror? KID FRIENDLY (New Beginnings UMC)Series: What Are We Waiting For? Scripture: Psalm 2:1-9 & Matthew 16:24-27 Long before Jesus was born many people were waiting for the Messiah, but Jesus did not fit what most of those people expected the Messiah to be. In this series we will explore three questions: Before Jesus was born what sort of messiah were people waiting for? What sort of messiah did Jesus turn out to be? What should Jesus' followers be doing as we are waiting for Jesus to return? This sermon was originally preached to New Beginnings UMC on 12/8/24. It...2024-12-1026 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhat Are We Waiting For...a Conqueror? (Rock Springs UMC)Series: What Are We Waiting For? Scripture: Psalm 2:1-9 & Matthew 16:24-27 Long before Jesus was born many people were waiting for the Messiah, but Jesus did not fit what most of those people expected the Messiah to be. In this series we will explore three questions: Before Jesus was born what sort of messiah were people waiting for? What sort of messiah did Jesus turn out to be? What should Jesus' followers be doing as we are waiting for Jesus to return? This sermon was originally preached to Rock Springs UMC on 12/8/24. It...2024-12-1034 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhat Are We Waiting For...a Conqueror? (Chester UMC)Series: What Are We Waiting For? Scripture: Psalm 2:1-9 & Matthew 16:24-27 Long before Jesus was born many people were waiting for the Messiah, but Jesus did not fit what most of those people expected the Messiah to be. In this series we will explore three questions: Before Jesus was born what sort of messiah were people waiting for? What sort of messiah did Jesus turn out to be? What should Jesus' followers be doing as we are waiting for Jesus to return? This sermon was originally preached to Chester UMC on 12/8/24. It is...2024-12-1030 minMovie WarsMovie WarsMad Max: Fury RoadThis week, we dive deep into the exhilarating world of "Mad Max: Fury Road," exploring its status as one of the greatest action films of all time. With the backdrop of a desolate and ravaged landscape, we discuss how George Miller masterfully blends stunning visuals, practical effects, and a hauntingly emotional storyline, making this film a true cinematic masterpiece. SPONSOR NOTES: Looking for a gift for the movie lover in your life? Grab a vintage, midcentury movie poster of your favorite show, film, or sports team from our sponsor Sandgrain Studio! Black Friday Code: DECKTHEHALLS...2024-11-261h 17Movie WarsMovie WarsMad Max Beyond ThunderdomeKyle and comedian and film critic Matthew Blevins dive deep into "Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome," the third installment of the iconic franchise. The duo discusses how this film strays from the gritty, innovative essence of its predecessors, feeling more like a product of the 80s than a continuation of the Mad Max legacy. SPONSOR NOTES: Looking for a gift for the movie lover in your life? Grab a vintage, midcentury movie poster of your favorite show, film, or sports team from our sponsor Sandgrain Studio! Black FridayCode: DECKTHEHALLSThey express disappointment with the film's lack...2024-11-2153 minChoir Fam PodcastChoir Fam PodcastSeason 4 Wrap-UpThank you for listening to our show this season!!Here are the favorite choral pieces from our guests in the fourth season:St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian BachSt. Matthew Passion, Johann Sebastian BachAve Maria, Franz BieblRequiem, Johannes Brahms“Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen” from Requiem, Johannes BrahmsNo Time, Susan BrumfieldI Sing Because I’m Happy, Rollo DilworthRequiem,Gabriel FauréAfrican American Requiem, Damien GeterGloucester Service, Herbert HowellsLa Guerre, Clément JanequinSweet Rivers, Shawn Ki...2024-10-2819 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSFollowing the Guidance KID FRIENDLY (New Beginnings)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we...2024-08-2637 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSFollowing the Guidance (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we...2024-08-2631 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSFollowing the Guidance (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we...2024-08-2632 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSDeliver Us KID FRIENDLY (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Peter 5:5b-10 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-08-1936 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSDeliver Us (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Peter 5:5b-10 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-08-1934 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSDeliver Us (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 1 Peter 5:5b-10 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-08-1931 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSTemptation KID FRIENDLY (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Exodus 13:17-18 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-08-1226 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSTemptation (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Exodus 13:17-18 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-08-1224 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSTemptation (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Exodus 13:17-18 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-08-1226 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSForgiving & Forgiveness KID FRIENDLY (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we...2024-08-0527 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSForgiving & Forgiveness (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we...2024-08-0530 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSForgiving & Forgiveness (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we...2024-08-0527 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSOur Daily Bread (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 25-26 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's...2024-07-2923 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSOur Daily Bread (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 25-26 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's...2024-07-2921 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSOur Daily Bread (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, 25-26 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's...2024-07-2925 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSLoving Kindness KID FRIENDLY (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Micah 6:6-8 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-07-2227 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSLoving Kindness (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Micah 6:6-8 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-07-2229 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSLoving Kindness (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Micah 6:6-8 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer...2024-07-2227 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSDo Justice (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Micah 6:6-8 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the...2024-07-0832 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSDo Justice (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Micah 6:6-8 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the...2024-07-0831 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSDo Justice (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Micah 6:6-8 Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the...2024-07-0828 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSSurrender KID FRIENDLY (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Watch clip from The Mission on YouTube Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a...2024-07-0127 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSSurrender (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 ⁠Watch clip from The Mission on YouTube ⁠Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long...2024-07-0134 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSSurrender (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 ⁠Watch clip from The Mission on YouTube⁠ Some things in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long...2024-07-0129 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSKeeping God's Name Holy (KID-FRIENDLY New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-2425 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSKeeping God's Name Holy (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-2429 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSKeeping God's Name Holy (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-2425 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhere is God? (KID-FRIENDLY New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-1820 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhere is God? (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-1823 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhere is God? (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-1821 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhy "Father"? (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-1035 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhy "Father"? (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-1033 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWhy "Father"? (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's Prayer so we can...2024-06-1031 minRestoration TodayRestoration TodayLaunching Guardian Restoration PartnersBack in April, Alpine Investors announced the launch of Guardian Restoration Partners, a new platform focused on partnering with and building exceptional home restoration businesses. Today on the podcast, Michelle talks Robert Horne, co-founder of DryLux Restoration, Matthew Sharpe, founder of Dry Kings Restoration, and Coyne Borree, owner of Midwest Restoration, about: Differences between Alpine and other PE firms or companies buying restoration companies When they started considering becoming part of a bigger organization - like Alpine Biggest pain points for restorer's today and how partnerships like Alpine can help overcome those challenges Recommendations fellow restorers should ask any...2024-06-1043 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSOUR Father (New Beginnings UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's...2024-06-0330 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSOUR Father (Rock Springs UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's...2024-06-0334 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSOUR Father (Chester UMC)Series: Jesus' Guidance for Prayer Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13 Somethings in life are so simple or come so naturally that we do not need guidance or instructions to do them. Prayer is not one of those things. In one sense prayer is very simple: It is talking to and listening to God. However, without guidance prayer can be whiny, narcissistic, manipulative and self-serving. Jesus understood this, so he gave us guidance for prayer. The church has come to call that guidance "The Lord's Prayer." In this series were take a long, close look at the Lord's...2024-06-0327 minFull HausFull HausTrue Politics w/ Judd BlevinsWhether you think electoral politics is futile or a necessary evil to fight back against a hostile system, we now have an instructive case study from one of our own who entered the fray. Join us for an inside look at what's really involved with running for local office, winning, and then facing the enemy. Break: The Battle of New Orleans (DJ Blevins) Close: Vilnius by Anske Support The Free Expression Foundation Support Ash Sharp’s wife and daughters: https://www.givesendgo.com/SupportingPSharp Support Sam Melia’s fami...2024-05-062h 38CRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSThe gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose (New Beginnings UMC)Series: The Gift of Jesus Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:6-9 John tells us that God loved the world so much that he gave us his only son. That means Jesus is a gift. Throughout this series we'll be exploring some of the ways Jesus is a gift to this world. This sermon was originally preached on 4/21/24 at New Beginnings UMC. It is substantially similar to "The Gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose (Rock Springs UMC)" and "The Gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose...2024-04-2232 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSThe gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose (Rock Springs UMC)Series: The Gift of Jesus Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:6-9 John tells us that God loved the world so much that he gave us his only son. That means Jesus is a gift. Throughout this series we'll be exploring some of the ways Jesus is a gift to this world. This sermon was originally preached on 4/21/24 at Rock Springs UMC. It is substantially similar to "The Gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose (Chester UMC)" and "The Gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose (New...2024-04-2229 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSThe gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose (Chester UMC)Series: The Gift of Jesus Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, Acts 1:6-9 John tells us that God loved the world so much that he gave us his only son. That means Jesus is a gift. Throughout this series we'll be exploring some of the ways Jesus is a gift to this world. This sermon was originally preached on 4/21/24 at Chester UMC. It is substantially similar to "The Gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose (Rock Springs UMC)" and "The Gift of Jesus is the Gift of Life with Meaningful Purpose (New...2024-04-2231 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSJesus' Pain Is Real & ImmenseSeries: The Cost of Love - The Pain of Loss - The Gift of Lament Scripture: Matthew 27:26-56 I created a ⁠⁠playlist⁠⁠ of songs of lament that you can listen to on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠ throughout this season of Lent. It's good and necessary to lament unfortunately there is very little Christian music that can even remotely be described as lament. I hope ⁠⁠this playlist⁠⁠ helps you share your heartache and pain with God and others. This sermon was originally preached on 3/29/24 at New Beginningss UMC during a joint Good Friday Worship with Chester, Rock Springs & New Beginnings...2024-03-3033 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSBearing the Pain of Others' Sins & FailuresSeries: The Cost of Love - The Pain of Loss - The Gift of Lament Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46 I created a ⁠playlist⁠ of songs of lament that you can listen to on ⁠Spotify⁠ throughout this season of Lent. It's good and necessary to lament unfortunately there is very little Christian music that can even remotely be described as lament. I hope ⁠this playlist⁠ helps you share your heartache and pain with God and others. This playlist contains the song "I Dreamed a Dream" that I mentioned at the end of the sermon. This sermon was o...2024-03-2927 minFull HausFull HausFull GreenhausIn the spirit of springtime, Easter, and by popular demand, we welcome back three of our all-time gardening, homesteading, and animal husbandry greats to jam as much information and useful tips in two hours as humanly possible. Keep your bloodline clean, and your hands dirty! Expert recommendations: Grapefruit Seed Oil for family and flock Broadfork for tilling soil Earthworm castings for soil supplementation El Pajarate, traditional Mexican morning drink! Bumper: Homegrown by the Zac Brown Band Break: Mitt Land by Heidrun (DJ Mitgartner) Close: Message i...2024-03-292h 22Restoration TodayRestoration TodayBONUS: 2024 RIA Candidate Interview: Matthew PrestonThis is one of FIVE Meet the Candidate interviews featuring the five RIA Board of Directors candidates for the 2024 elections. Please take a moment to watch each video! Voting is open to RIA members March 18 through March 25; links to vote will be sent via email. Election results will be announced on March 27, with the new board members installed at the RIA Convention in Dallas April 8-10. To register for the RIA convention, visit convention.restorationindustry.org.2024-03-1211 minFull HausFull HausElder WisdomGrab a tree stump and gather 'round the fire as we share lessons  from collective decades of organizing and networking, tales of men's health woes as we get older but wiser, tackle random audience questions, and more.  Bumper: "I'm a Ramblin' Man" by Waylon Jennings Break: "Time for Action" by Birthrite (DJ Sam) Close: "Bugman Blues" by Mister Metokur (DJ Rolo) Support Ash Sharp’s wife and daughters: https://www.givesendgo.com/SupportingPSharp Support Sam Melia’s family: https://www.givesendgo.com/sammelia Support Judd Blevins in his reca...2024-03-122h 31Full HausFull HausDauntless ft. Sewell & CantwellTwo greats rejoin us for the latest on Tom's efforts in Australia, strategic priorities that apply to all of us, a little bit of politics, and even some analysis on the air force immolator and the dancing college chicks. This one is a keeper. Bumper: Trickshot by Ceasefire Break: Ego by The Organism  Close: Eternal by No Face Nate Support Ash Sharp's wife and daughters: https://www.givesendgo.com/SupportingPSharp Support Sam Melia's family: https://www.givesendgo.com/sammelia Support Judd Blevins in his recall election: https://s...2024-03-022h 34Full HausFull HausThe Formative YearsAn early childhood development expert shares his philosophy on the proper dynamic between parents and kids, and especially during the formative early years. It's well-reasoned tough love. We were speaking in different dialects early in the show, but shortly thereafter crack the code for a great discussion. Break: "Kids" by One Republic Close: "Shrivel Up" by Devo (DJ Vril Smith) Sam's article on Christian Identity and Catholicism Spot Bitcoin Funds Ranked by Fees Simplicius Substack Support Judd Blevins in his recall election: https://secure.anedot.c...2024-02-202h 36Full HausFull HausThe Gang ReassemblesSmasher and Jayoh both rejoin us for a fully-powered episode harkening back to the good old days. First half includes IRL approach strategies for the single guys, plus an update on discussing our issues with those on the fence. In the second half we tackle an infuriating audience question, address the hands-on dad imperative with newborns, plus a reevaluation of Putin, Russia, and Ukraine. Break: Send Me an Angel by Gunship Close: Save Yourself by Stabbing Westward (DJ Rolo) Support Judd Blevins in his recall election: https://secure.anedot.com/blevins4...2024-02-132h 33CRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSThe Magi - New Beginnings UMCSeries: Imperfect Faith Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18 The U.S. culture glorifies perfection. Whether we're talking about bodies, performances, records (sports, legal and social media), or even fruits and vegetables at the supermarket, flawlessness is demanded. Imperfection prompts mockery, ridicule, rejection and cancellation. The church in the U.S. has not escaped the perfectionist trap. It has too often turned Christian faith into a legalistic, fear-based pursuit of flawless performance. Jesus and the Bible invite us into a very different way of thinking and acting. Flaws and imperfection are not a cause for fear...2024-01-0832 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSThe Magi - Rock Springs UMCSeries: Imperfect Faith Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18 The U.S. culture glorifies perfection. Whether we're talking about bodies, performances, records (sports, legal and social media), or even fruits and vegetables at the supermarket, flawlessness is demanded. Imperfection prompts mockery, ridicule, rejection and cancellation. The church in the U.S. has not escaped the perfectionist trap. It has too often turned Christian faith into a legalistic, fear-based pursuit of flawless performance. Jesus and the Bible invite us into a very different way of thinking and acting. Flaws and imperfection are not a cause for fear...2024-01-0834 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSThe Magi - Chester UMCSeries: Imperfect Faith Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18 The U.S. culture glorifies perfection. Whether we're talking about bodies, performances, records (sports, legal and social media), or even fruits and vegetables at the supermarket, flawlessness is demanded. Imperfection prompts mockery, ridicule, rejection and cancellation. The church in the U.S. has not escaped the perfectionist trap. It has too often turned Christian faith into a legalistic, fear-based pursuit of flawless performance. Jesus and the Bible invite us into a very different way of thinking and acting. Flaws and imperfection are not a cause for fear...2024-01-0834 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Little Bitty Dad - New Beginnings UMCSeries: A Little Bitty Christmas Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 In a world that glorifies bigness, greatness, power and influence the Christmas story not only stands in stark contrast but is also a direct repudiation that bigger is better. If the Lord of the universe can be born as a little bitty baby in a little bitty town to a little bitty mom and a little bitty dad and sleep in a little bitty feed box, then it's not only "alright to be little bitty," it is good to be little bitty. This Christmas preaching...2023-12-0428 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Little Bitty Dad - Rock Springs UMCSeries: A Little Bitty Christmas Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 In a world that glorifies bigness, greatness, power and influence the Christmas story not only stands in stark contrast but is also a direct repudiation that bigger is better. If the Lord of the universe can be born as a little bitty baby in a little bitty town to a little bitty mom and a little bitty dad and sleep in a little bitty feed box, then it's not only "alright to be little bitty," it is good to be little bitty. This Christmas preaching...2023-12-0430 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Little Bitty Dad - Chester UMCSeries: A Little Bitty Christmas Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25 In a world that glorifies bigness, greatness, power and influence the Christmas story not only stands in stark contrast but is also a direct repudiation that bigger is better. If the Lord of the universe can be born as a little bitty baby in a little bitty town to a little bitty mom and a little bitty dad and sleep in a little bitty feed box, then it's not only "alright to be little bitty," it is good to be little bitty. This Christmas preaching...2023-12-0425 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Community of Kindness (New Beginnings UMC)Series: From Tablet to Table Bible Reading: Matthew 9:9-13 Jesus did nearly half of his ministry around the dinner table or at other meals. After is his resurrection he joined two of his disciples walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, but it was not until that sat down at the dinner table to eat with him that they recognized Jesus for who he really was. Throughout the gospels a wide variety of people were welcomed and healed around the dinner table. Stories and testimonies of truth were shared around the dinner table. Lives were transformed around...2023-10-1636 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Community of Kindness (Rock Springs UMC)Series: From Tablet to Table Bible Reading: Matthew 9:9-13 Jesus did nearly half of his ministry around the dinner table or at other meals. After is his resurrection he joined two of his disciples walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, but it was not until that sat down at the dinner table to eat with him that they recognized Jesus for who he really was. Throughout the gospels a wide variety of people were welcomed and healed around the dinner table. Stories and testimonies of truth were shared around the dinner table. Lives were transformed around...2023-10-1638 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Community of Kindness (Chester UMC)Series: From Tablet to Table Bible Reading: Matthew 9:9-13 Jesus did nearly half of his ministry around the dinner table or at other meals. After is his resurrection he joined two of his disciples walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, but it was not until that sat down at the dinner table to eat with him that they recognized Jesus for who he really was. Throughout the gospels a wide variety of people were welcomed and healed around the dinner table. Stories and testimonies of truth were shared around the dinner table. Lives were transformed around...2023-10-1635 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Vision of the Kingdom that is Coming (New Beginnings UMC)Series: From Tablet to Table 01 Bible Reading: Matthew 22:1-14 Jesus did nearly half of his ministry around the dinner table or at other meals. After is his resurrection he joined two of his disciples walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, but it was not until that sat down at the dinner table to eat with him that they recognized Jesus for who he really was. Throughout the gospels a wide variety of people were welcomed and healed around the table. Stories and testimonies of truth were shared around the dinner table. Lives were transformed around the...2023-09-2537 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Vision of the Kingdom that is Coming (Rock Springs UMC)Series: From Tablet to Table 01 Bible Reading: Matthew 22:1-14 Jesus did nearly half of his ministry around the dinner table or at other meals. After is his resurrection he joined two of his disciples walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, but it was not until that sat down at the dinner table to eat with him that they recognized Jesus for who he really was. Throughout the gospels a wide variety of people were welcomed and healed around the table. Stories and testimonies of truth were shared around the dinner table. Lives were transformed around the...2023-09-2533 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSA Vision of the Kingdom that is Coming (Chester UMC)Series: From Tablet to Table 01 Bible Reading: Matthew 22:1-14 Jesus did nearly half of his ministry around the dinner table or at other meals. After is his resurrection he joined two of his disciples walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, but it was not until that sat down at the dinner table to eat with him that they recognized Jesus for who he really was. Throughout the gospels a wide variety of people were welcomed and healed around the table. Stories and testimonies of truth were shared around the dinner table. Lives were transformed around the...2023-09-2531 minAFK w/ NinjaAFK w/ NinjaAFK w/ Matthew McConaughey | The World’s Most Famous Pickle Expert, Lessons in Finding Your Frequency, Letting His Son Join Instagram & New Children’s Book ‘Just Because’Get ready for a star-studded episode as we gather around the virtual campfire with none other than Academy Award-winning actor, iconic Texan, and pickle aficionado, Matthew McConaughey! But today, he's not just sharing stories of Hollywood fame. No, he's taking us on a journey into the enchanting world of his debut children's book, "Just Because." This literary masterpiece celebrates life’s quirks and eccentricities like no other.Hold on tight for tales of bee hives, life-changing lessons about meeting his wife, the reasons behind his son's Instagram debut at 15, and an abundance of heartfelt wisdom delivered with Mc...2023-09-1948 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWe Must Yield to God's Will (New Beginnings UMC)Necessary Christianity 06 - from Matthew 26:46-54 Christianity and the Church are Necessary for the world. There is a lot of room in for variety and diversity within Christian life, faith and practice. At the same time there are some things that are necessary for all followers of Jesus. These things are not necessary because of arbitrary or capricious rules, but because the world needs the church to be and do things in a certain way - the way of Jesus. This series is inspired in part by the wonderful and much-need book Necessary Christianity by Bishop Claude R. Alexander...2023-08-2330 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWe Must Yield to God's Will (Rock Springs UMC)Necessary Christianity 06 - from Matthew 26:46-54 Christianity and the Church are Necessary for the world. There is a lot of room in for variety and diversity within Christian life, faith and practice. At the same time there are some things that are necessary for all followers of Jesus. These things are not necessary because of arbitrary or capricious rules, but because the world needs the church to be and do things in a certain way - the way of Jesus. This series is inspired in part by the wonderful and much-need book Necessary Christianity by Bishop Claude R. Alexander...2023-08-2330 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWe Must Yield to God's Will (Chester UMC)Necessary Christianity 06 - from Matthew 26:46-54 Christianity and the Church are Necessary for the world. There is a lot of room in for variety and diversity within Christian life, faith and practice. At the same time there are some things that are necessary for all followers of Jesus. These things are not necessary because of arbitrary or capricious rules, but because the world needs the church to be and do things in a certain way - the way of Jesus. This series is inspired in part by the wonderful and much-need book Necessary Christianity by Bishop Claude R. Alexander...2023-08-2333 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWe Must Be Clear, Honest & Hopeful (New Beginnings UMC)Necessary Christianity 05 - from Matthew 16:13-27 Christianity and the Church are Necessary for the world. There is a lot of room in for variety and diversity within Christian life, faith and practice. At the same time there are some things that are necessary for all followers of Jesus. These things are not necessary because of arbitrary or capricious rules, but because the world needs the church to be and do things in a certain way - the way of Jesus. This series is inspired in part by the wonderful and much-need book Necessary Christianity by Bishop Claude R. Alexander...2023-08-2329 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWe Must Be Clear, Honest & Hopeful (Rock Springs UMC)Necessary Christianity 05 - from Matthew 16:13-27 Christianity and the Church are Necessary for the world. There is a lot of room in for variety and diversity within Christian life, faith and practice. At the same time there are some things that are necessary for all followers of Jesus. These things are not necessary because of arbitrary or capricious rules, but because the world needs the church to be and do things in a certain way - the way of Jesus. This series is inspired in part by the wonderful and much-need book Necessary Christianity by Bishop Claude R. Alexander...2023-08-2329 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSWe Must Be Clear, Honest & Hopeful (Chester UMC)Necessary Christianity 05 - from Matthew 16:13-27 Christianity and the Church are Necessary for the world. There is a lot of room in for variety and diversity within Christian life, faith and practice. At the same time there are some things that are necessary for all followers of Jesus. These things are not necessary because of arbitrary or capricious rules, but because the world needs the church to be and do things in a certain way - the way of Jesus. This series is inspired in part by the wonderful and much-need book Necessary Christianity by Bishop Claude R. Alexander...2023-08-2326 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSNo Worries - Sermon - New Beginnings UMCCommenting on, reflecting on, and applying Matthew 6:24-34. This content is substantially similar to to "No Worries - Sermon - Rock Springs UMC" and "No Worries - Sermon - Chester UMC." Scott O. Blevins preached this sermon on 7/9/23 at New Beginnings UMC. 2023-08-2133 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSNo Worries - Sermon - Rock Springs UMCCommenting on, reflecting on, and applying Matthew 6:24-34. This content is substantially similar to to "No Worries - Sermon - Chester UMC" and "No Worries - Sermon - New Beginnings UMC." Scott O. Blevins preached this sermon on 7/9/23 at Rock Springs UMC. 2023-08-2130 minCRSNB SERMONSCRSNB SERMONSNo Worries - Sermon - Chester UMCCommenting on, reflecting on, and applying Matthew 6:24-34. This content is substantially similar to to "No Worries - Sermon - Rock Springs UMC" and "No Worries - Sermon - New Beginnings UMC." Scott O. Blevins preached this sermon on 7/9/23 at Chester UMC. In my opinion, a sermon is an encounter among God, the preacher and the gathered people. It is part of an ongoing conversation and relationship among the God, the preacher and the congregation. For this reason my sermons are inherently context-dependent. The message is primarily for those people (the preacher and the congregation...2023-08-2133 min