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Many of us have probably heard the parable of the seed and the ground. There is a sower, there is different types of ground, and different outcomes, ect. Many people have used this parable for different outcomes and lenses... How can we implement this wisely? What is beyond the bounds of the word? If you have any responses or questions, email us at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

This Sunday in the Vine we heard stories about what God did in and through our incredible high school students at U.M. Army last week and celebrated the ways he is blessing and using this new generation. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

As we start a new sermon series on the parables at KMC, we talk through the process and God's will of sanctification. What does it look like to try to become more like God? What does it look like to do enter into that work WITH God? What matters and what is just semantics? As always, if you have a question or comment, email the team at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In Matthew 13, Jesus uses Isaiah's words to hint at the idea that he teaches in parables to plant salvation seeds in our hearts. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Last Sunday, we welcomed a missionary to talk in our space, and believe it or not, one of our crew served in the missions field! Chris and Jill served in Lisbon, Portugal for a couple years. As Chris shares their experience in the missions field, we ask a core question. How do we evangelism well? If you want to get in touch with the team, email us at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

As we talk through Pentecost, Chris floats out the idea that Pentecost is so much more than just the moment the spirit of God descended, but that it's God fully stamping His authority on all nations. How does that impact the way we read scripture? And how we process rebellion and the spiritual rhelm? All Glory to God! If you have any questions or feedback, email the team at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Our guest preacher for the day is Mwenge Muyombi, lay leader of the Kigoma District in the Tanzania GMC Annual conference. Mwenge's father brought Methodism to Tanzania in 1989 and Mwenge shares how the Holy Spirit empowers the church to feed the orphans and widows and start churches under trees. Tanzanian leadership is largely creating local GMC churches from nothing and bringing people to faith in Christ by sharing the love of Christ.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Just a question... Is Kimberly actually from TX?... And on a more important note. When we talk about the Spirit of God coming, what does that mean? How do we think about the Spirit, Jesus, and the Father? How do we not dip into a heretical view of God? We try our best! And if you have any questions or comments, email the team at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In Acts 1, we are reminded that Jesus came to begin God's saving work in the world, and one day he'll return to finish it. But, through the power of his Holy Spirit, His plan for how to continue this work in the meantime is to work through you. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

As we dive into the "Road To Emmaus" text from Luke 24, the trio asks the question, what do we make of Jesus' pattern of "hiding" himself in plain sight from his disciples post-resurrection? And what does that mean for the way we pursue Christ? As always, if you have a questions email the team at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In Luke 24, Jesus encounters two disciples through and in their discussion as they journey along their way. Jesus is ready to encounter us, too, through our conversation, breaking bread, and sharing our stories together as we intentionally journey with other disciples. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

John 21:15-19 is the full-circle moment of the reconciliation of Peter, and the prophecy of his eventual death. We pause today and step back to ask, what is an accurate view of a life of suffering and self denial? What does it mean to live as a living sacrifice in a 21st century context? And how do we take up the cross of Christ and suffer with Him when we're just going about our every day? If you ever have a question or a comment, email us! We'd love to hear from you, email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In John 21, Jesus invites Peter - and us - to find forgiveness and healing when we love and surrender ourselves to him. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

What is the role of Working for the Christian? How do we hold patience and trust in the Lord's plan and goodness with the mandate of Genesis to work and care for our world? The beginning of John 21 is an incredible illustration of how God desires us to meet us in our work, and in our effort for the good of both the world, and our hearts! If you have a comment or question, leave it in the episode comments or email Ryan at ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In John 21:1-14, Jesus meets the disciples at the Sea of Galilee. The passage is filled with imagery we've hear before - fishermen, nets, a fire of coals and Jesus calling the disciples.  Come discover the One who makes a difference between empty and full nets. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Revelation 12 testifies that we as believers will overcome by the blood of the lamb and words of our testimony. Today we hear about the words of our testimonies from three of our graduating seniors. Lets see what God has done! If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Why did Thomas get the bad break of having the worst nickname in the history of the world!? And also, what do we do with doubt? When doubt becomes a reality, how do we interface doubt and belief? Can we? Also, what do we do with Experience based Christian experiences vs Formational ones? Does there need to be a divide? As always, if you want to ask a question, just email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In John 20, we see Jesus meet Thomas, one of his disciples, just how Thomas needed him to. Jesus is still alive here and now! And he still offers himself encounter us today. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Happy Easter! Today as we dive into the Easter story, we look at Luke 24:8. That the women at the tomb remembered the words of Jesus. How do we remember Jesus' words? And why is that so important for us as disciples? Happy Easter! May you know that Christ loves you, and desires to redeem you by Faith! If you have any questions, email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist 

This week, the crew talks through Mark 11:20-26, and in it we talk about what it means have bold faith in God as we pray. How do we balance praying boldly with the outcomes of our bold prayer? And how do pray with child-like/crazy faith when we've been hurt? Or when we feel like we're just trying to make it through the day? As always, if you have any questions or comments, feel free to email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

God designed us with a purpose in mind. In Mark 11, Jesus sees a fig tree and a temple not fulfilling their purposes, then he offers some practical tips for his disciples - and for us - to pursue God's purpose for our lives. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

As we continue our sermon series "Who is Jesus to You?" we hone in on the crowd. How do we balance our skeptisim of others, with our desire to be in a group? How is God discipling the church? We dive into the mess together! As always, if you have a comment or a question that you want to reach the team, email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

It is so easy to lose track of the most important things in our lives. In Mark 10:46-52, a blind man helps us to see how to keep our focus on Jesus and on the new life and hope He gives. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Why does it feel like there is a tension between following God's "rules" to the very inch, and showing mercy? How do we balance Grace and the ways of worship? Do we need to? What is Jesus saying when He desires mercy instead of sacrifice? And What is our heritage as a Judeo-Christian People? We dive into all of that today! If this brings up any questions, email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org! If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

If we are being honest, we have a tendency to process our world with ourselves and the hero, and that inevitably bleeds into the way we read scripture. Sometimes that can be true and beneficial... But! When it comes to Jesus, it can taint the way we process scripture. Today we talk about processing scripture not from us as the hero... But us as the people listening to Jesus. And... You hear about how terribly our NCAA March Madness brackets are going. As always if you have a question, or a comment, email Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org! If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Rejection is a reminder that we live in a broken world. Jesus was able to face rejection and keep loving because he knew his Father. We are also able to face rejection when we know the Father. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

What does it mean to be saved? The ultimate question of life as Christians begs the question, what does a saved life look like? Is it a moment? Is it a lifetime? Is it both? How can it be both? These questions are long, and hard to think about! But they must be wrestled with! We're here to help! As always if you have questions or a comment, email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Relationship is at the heart of who God is. When we recognize who Jesus is then we are invited to be a part of Gods family.  Everyone is invited! If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

We're starting out lent series as a church, and there's a lot that goes into lent. What are you giving up? What scriptures is this from? How do you process the cross, atonement, the resurrection, ect... But all these questions revolve around one man. Jesus Christ of Nazareth... Who is He to you? Today the trio talks through some common cultural beliefs about Jesus, and messes with Kimberly for not giving up anything for lent. Lol! As always if you have any questions, leave a comment on your streaming platform or email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Who do you say Jesus is?  How you answer that question determines who Christ is to you, in you and through you.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Have you ever wondered if there is a better way to read the Bible? Does the Bible seem random or out of context, or dated to you? Well we're here to help! We react to the last sermon in our "Resilience" series, and dive into how to accurately and consistently read the Bible correctly. As always, if you have any questions, leave a comment on the podcast, or email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist 

Wrapping up our series on resilience, we look at how Jesus prepares himself for his ministry through 40 days of fasting. As we look towards Lent how will you use those 40 days to isolate with God and refine your faith? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist  

When we hear the word "redemption," a lot of concepts come to mind. There are spiritual connotations, economic connotations, and more. To further complicate it. What does redemption mean BEFORE the 10 commandments and the Levitical Law? How do we interpret Leviticus today? And Ryan tries to make a soccer analogy, lol, to talk about warning signs within our spiritual life.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Redemption comes through Gods outstretched arms as he reconciles us to himself in all circumstances. God redeems all situations by being present and by always keeping his promises.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Alright, this week, we've got a lot going on... As we continue in reacting to and discussing our sermon series on resilience, we talk about looking back well? How do we deal with failure, how do we deal with family failure, and why do we immortalize/mythologize or Role Models to a point of perfection? Y'all ready!? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Hope comes from looking back at what the Lord has done in the past - and trusting that he will do it again. What is your story of hope to look back on, and how are you asking him to do it again? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

As we continue to talk through our current sermon series "Resilient Faith," we look at passages in Numbers and Joshua. Kimberly, Chris, and Ryan talk through some questions like, "What do we make of Faith vs Fear?" What is wisdom? And how do we gather information both full of wisdom and Faith? I you have any questions you want to submit to the team, email Ryan at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org. If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

The story of Caleb shows what it looks like to follow God wholeheartedly and be resilient.  That resilience transforms our hearts so we no longer want to go back to Egypt.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

As we continue in our series on Resilience, we talk through questions about the will of God. How do we process daily life, what is God in, what does he want us to push through in faith and allow Him to build our resilience? Then Chris talks us through some helpful tips in picking a bible translations for you and your family! If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

When it feels like the earth beneath you is shifting and changing resilience comes from God when we cease striving to fix everything and let God be God.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Today we continue to talk through our current sermon series "Resilience." What are the practical tools in our toolkit as disciples to be resilient, and why do we feel crushed an defeated when we have been given so much in our modern day context? If you have any questions or comments, email into the show at Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist.org! If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist  

Resilience is possible through Gods healing and restoration.  A resilient life comes from centering your life on God. How are you preparing for the storm or responding to the storm you are in? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

As we talk through the start of our new sermon series Resilient, we dive into the push and pull of growing in our strength, the mandate, but also the treacherous nature of "just taking action," and how in all of it we can stay abiding in God's presence. Be encouraged to grow in Christ, and in knowing Him, and trust the movement of the spirit in all things! If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

As we launch our “Resilient Faith” sermon series, we look to the words of Jesus in Matthew 24 and John 15. In these two chapters we are challenged to identify what we are building our faith upon and who/what are we connected to for life.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Today, in light of our annual renewal/remember your baptism service, we talk through some thoughts on baptism. Why do different traditions do certain things around Baptism? How do baptism and covenant appear in the Bible? And how do we process profession of faith, sacraments, and salvation? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

In Mark 2 we read of Jesus approaching John the Baptist to be baptized. Today messages explores the meaning of baptism in the Wesleyan Methodist tradition, and challenges us to think, who do we consider the author and perfecter of our faith.. Jesus or ourselves? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Welcome to "Get Talkin," a Vine Worship Podcast dedicated to diving deeper into Sunday's word, and the joys and questions that come with interpreting scripture in the 21st century. Today we look at the Magi. Who are they? Where did they come from? How is there story told today? And what does it mean for us as modern day disciples? If you have any questions or comments about this episode, send it to Ryan.stueckemann@kingwoodmethodist and we'd love to answer to the best of our ability!

What do you need to leave behind as you seek Jesus? Following Jesus should change everything about the way we live life, even if it's hard. What do you need to leave behind to seek Christ? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Who were those shepherds in Luke 2? Why did the Angel and Heavenly Chorus herald the birth of Christ to those Shepherds outside Bethlehem? And what can we learn from this event? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Let's start Advent by preparing our hearts for the gift of God's Son that was given in love. How good God has been to us! If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

We wrap up Nehemiah where we started with hope that is rooted in Gods faithfulness.  If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist