Podcasts about methodist

Introductory class about Methodism and Benton Methodist Church. Watch this episode on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/KY1d_7Avnh4

In this episode, Jeff Francis, Vice President of Finance and CFO of Nebraska Methodist Health System, shares insights on the top trends shaping healthcare finance, including AI, cost management, and denials prevention. He also discusses strategic growth initiatives, workforce optimization, and his vision for the system's future.This episode is sponsored by  Altera Digital Health (https://www.linkedin.com/company/altera-health/). Learn more about Paragon®, their cloud-native SaaS solution designed for rural, critical access and community hospitals here: https://www.linkedin.com/products/altera-health-paragon%C2%AE/

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Ezekiel chapter 37. #sermons #inspiration #motivation https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://twitter.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.net/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

Stephen Fitch | Traditional Service

Trevor Miller | Contemporary Service

Scott shares his journey from Methodist to all in Catholic. He shares a powerful moment that happened during Mass. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManusBe Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian MoncadaCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonMaking It Personal with Bishop William JoensenMan Up! with Joe StopulusThe Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo BonnerThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here

Segment 1: • Methodist preacher goes viral for endorsing divorce in the name of “authentic self.” • This message twists God's Word and moves the goalposts on covenant. • Jesus gave narrow reasons for divorce—yet culture demands limitless excuses. Segment 2: • The preacher doubles down—arguing against God's design for marriage. • His message: don't stay in marriages that “aren't working.” • Marriage pictures Christ and His Church—God is not pleased with false preaching. Segment 3: • Thousands claimed “saved,” but the gospel wasn't preached. • A watered-down message reflects seeker-sensitive culture. • The stakes are eternal—souls are lost when the full gospel is missing. Segment 4: • China unveils the first pregnancy humanoid—praised by many. • Pragmatic arguments ignore reality: robots aren't image-bearers of God. • With AI poised to replace jobs, what happens to human purpose and economics? ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Isaiah chapter 1. #sermons #inspiration #motivationLook Busy - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.  https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://twitter.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.net/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

In this week's episode of Your Week with St. Luke's, Pastor Jenn explores the call to be Change Makers by lifting our voices for justice through two powerful scriptures: Proverbs 31:8–9 and Micah 6:8. Together, these passages challenge us to move beyond private faith into public action—speaking up for the voiceless, practicing mercy, and walking humbly with God. With insights from wisdom literature, prophetic voices, and Methodist tradition, this episode invites us to see justice not as an abstract idea but as love made visible in the world. Tune in for inspiration and a challenge: where is your voice of justice, mercy, and love needed today?   Download the free Change Makers series guide at st.lukes.org/changemakers   Find a new small group at st.lukes.org/adults

Today we honor the journey of Mary B. Safrit, a writer, podcaster, and content creator, to explore her story of growing up in the Bible Belt, navigating faith, queerness, and deconstruction. Mary B. shares candid reflections on her upbringing, spiritual journey, and the challenges and growth that come with embracing her identity and leaving behind people-pleasing tendencies. Together, MaryB & Leslie discuss the complexities of church culture, relationships, and finding authentic community.Topics of Interest:Childhood memories growing up on a farm and in the SouthNavigating multiple church traditions (Methodist, Episcopalian, Catholic school, Southern Baptist)Experiences with evangelicalism, purity culture, and people-pleasingComing out as queer and the impact on faith and relationshipsThe challenges of deconstruction and leaving church communitiesThe importance of authentic friendships and making peace with lossBuilding community, healthy relationships, and embracing personal agencyMary B.'s work as a podcaster and writer, and where to find her onlineCheck out MaryB's podcast, Found Family HERE.Find out more about MaryB on her WEBSITE. Honoring the Journey is hosted, produced and edited by Leslie Nease and the artwork for the show is also created by Leslie Nease.Want to get updates/announcements and a FREE Deconstruction Journaling Prompt PDF? Sign up for Leslie's Monthly Newsletter! You can do that HERE.Pick up Leslie's new book, Honoring the Journey: The Deconstruction of Sister Christian here.Interested in working with Leslie as your Life/Faith Transitions Coach? Check out her website and learn more about what she offers! https://www.leslieneasecoaching.comIf you'd like to be a part of the Honoring the Journey Team as a Patreon Supporter, please check it out at this link!Would you like to leave a voicemail for Leslie? Click here!If you are looking for community as you deconstruct or just a place to go and enjoy the company of people who are seekers, learners and who are looking to connect with the Divine without religious baggage, please join the Private Facebook Community! Leslie is very passionate about connection and community, so if that sounds like you, please come join us!

Grace Marie Ward | Contemporary Service

Bill Bouknight | Traditional Service

Acts 16:25-34Snapshots of InvitationAn Invitation to Midnight FaithFirst Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

John Wesley grew the Methodist movement by following a simple format that incorporated field preaching, small accountability groups, empowering leaders and serving his community. In “Calling on Fire: Reclaiming the Method of Methodism,” co-author Rev. Dr. Chris Heckert challenges United Methodists to reclaim Wesley's practices that empowered everyday disciples—not just clergy—to lead, serve, and grow … Continue reading "‘Calling on Fire': Reclaiming Wesley's method to renew the church"

Prayer SeriesIn this episode, Scott shares his personal faith journey—from growing up Methodist to fully embracing the Catholic faith. He reflects on the questions, struggles, and moments of clarity that led him deeper into the Church. One of the most powerful parts of the episode is when Scott describes a profound experience he had during Mass—an unexpected moment that brought everything together and affirmed his path. It's a heartfelt and honest conversation about prayer, conversion, and the quiet ways God moves in our lives. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows:Be Not Afraid with Fr. PJ McManusCatholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie NelsonMaking It Personal with Bishop William JoensenMan Up! with Joe StopulusThe Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo BonnerThe Daily Gospel Reflection with Fr. Nick SmithThe Uncommon Good with Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud MarrFaith and Family Finance with Gregory WaddleWant to support your favorite show? Click Here

This is an abbreviated class due to our end of summer potluck. As always, we Methodist did the food really well.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Colossians chapter 3.#sermons #inspiration #motivationAlive in Christ - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.  https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://twitter.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.net/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

Acts 10:1-16Snapshots of InvitationAn Invitation that Changes EverythingFirst Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Send us a textIn part four of our Love Thy Neighbor series, we explore the bold witness of Phineas Bresee, before he ever founded the Church of the Nazarene. As a young Methodist pastor in the tense years before the Civil War, Bresee stood in a pulpit draped with the American flag and called slavery what it was: sin. To him, it wasn't about politics, it was about the gospel.This sermon challenges us to see that God's holiness is not passive. It names sin, confronts injustice, and calls us to live with integrity and compassion. From ancient laws in Leviticus to modern struggles like human trafficking, economic injustice, and exploitation, we discover that holiness isn't about staying "clean" by avoiding messy situations, it is about stepping into them with redemptive love.Join us as we ask: Where is God calling us today to stand for the vulnerable, confront systems of sin, and reflect the radical love of Jesus?Other Episodes in this series:Leftover & Left BehindHonesty & HospitalityLove & LoyaltySin & Slavery Foreign & FriendLinkoln shares his story on why he started coming to Ravenna Church of the Nazarene and shares why you should consider doing the same.Ravenna Church of the Nazarene530 Main Street, Ravenna, KY 40472Support the showThe Dirt Path Sermon Podcast is a place for real sermons that speak to real life. Subscribe and walk the path with us every week. Consider visiting Ravenna Church of the Nazarene where Pastor Jason is the Senior Pastor. Have a prayer need? Want to share something with Pastor Jason? Email rav.naz.ky@gmail.com

Join Darin, the Associate Area Director for the FM Work in Asia, and Bryan, who works with pastoral equipping through the Gethsemane Leadership Training initiative. You will be inspired by what the Lord is doing in Asia. For more information, you can visit https://fmwm.org/asia. You can also give at the FOLLOWING LINK to help complete the video projects for the training in Asia.

As we continue in our series "Three Simple Rules," we examine Wesley's call to the early Methodists to "Do No Harm." We may not always know the right thing to say, but we generally know what not to do. Sometimes the first step of healing is to avoid doing harm. 

As we continue looking at Wesley's Rules for the Methodists, we look at his first rule for us to live by, Do No Harm. In our divided world, often doing no harm is the first best thing we can do! 

DateAugust 10, 2025SynopsisIn this sermon, we wrestle with that universal ache of unfinished business—from summer bucket lists to life's deeper longings. Drawing from personal experience and the ancient wisdom of Hebrews 11, we discover something liberating: faith isn't about checking off every box, but about trusting God in the midst of our incompleteness. Through the story of Abraham and Sarah, we learn that the divine often shows up not in our achievements, but in life's ordinary, unpolished moments—transforming our "undone" into holy ground where grace and humanity meet. (Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16)About The Local ChurchFor more information about The Local Church, visit our website. Feedback? Questions? Comments? We'd love to hear it. Email Brent at brent@thelocalchurchpbo.org.To invest in what God's doing through The Local Church and help support these podcasting efforts and this movement of God's love, give online here.

Michael Turner | Contemporary Service

Trevor Miller | Traditional Service

This is the August 10th sermon from the First United Methodist Church in Decatur, Texas. This sermon is taken from Luke 13:1-9.

Today, Pastor Al dagel helps us understand that God knows our needs and is actively involved in actually praying for us, interceding on our behalf in a way that we could never do on our own.

Steven Rouk is founder of the non-profit Connect For Animals, a platform that connects people who want to end factory farming and bring about a more anti-speciesist world. He also helps high-positive-impact organisations implement technology and artificial intelligence solutions.In Sentientist Conversations we talk about the most important questions: “what's real?”, “who matters?” and "how can we make a better world?"Sentientism answers those questions with "evidence, reason & compassion for all sentient beings." The video of our conversation is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.00:00 Clips01:02 Welcome- Will we DESTROY! each other in this conversation?03:07 Steven's Intro- Math, music and writing, then data science and programming- Philosophy and "what does it mean to lead a good life?"- Animal ethics... footage from a farm investigation- Dabbling in vegetarianism & veganism "caring about animals more seriously"- "This is a huge problem... what would it look like for me to devote more of my life..."- Full time animal advocacy... volunteering, bringing data & tech- Working for Mercy for Animals   - Seeing people struggling to get active and "plugged in" & stay engaged- "I don't think we've been doing a very good job of capturing this people power"- Founding  Connect For Animals  "Get them connected... stayconnected... get active for animals... accelerate the end of factory farming"08:40 What's Real?- Growing up in Georgia, USA in a religious, Christian family (half Methodist, half Baptist, several pastors)- "It was a very large part of my life growing up... church Sunday morning, Sunday evening, Wednesday evening, summer mission trips, choir."- "That meaning... came from the Christian church"- Specific beliefs, some fundamentalism, Bible literalism- "I remember thinking that the Earth was 6000 yearsold and evolution was a hoax... carbon dating wasn't real"- "There was also this deep caring for others side... family... people who didn't have what you have... sick... bad things happened to them..."- "My mum... someone who just cares so deeply for others"- At a science & maths focused high school "There came to be these little questions... things are not squaring up right"- "For a while... what I've been taught from religion is true... I just need to work out how to make it square with these otherfacts... maybe the people who believe in evolution are completely mistaken... an anti-religious, anti-spiritual conspiracy?... scientists trying to destroy religion?"- "Learning about the conspiracy... a mistaken or misguided or bad worldview" vs. learning the actual facts48:59 Who Matters?01:07:42 A Better World?01:29:30 Follow Steven- Connect For Animals (Create an account, sign up for the newsletter and explore!)- Steven on Insta- Steven on LinkedIn- Steven on Twitter- Stevenrouk.comAnd more... full show notes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sentientism.info⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Sentientism is “Evidence, reason & compassion for all sentient beings.” More at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sentientism.info⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Join our⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠"I'm a Sentientist" wall⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ via⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ this simple form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Everyone, Sentientist or not, is welcome in our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠groups⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. The biggest so far is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here on FaceBook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Come join us there!

Fr. Ethan Southard joins Patrick to discuss Eucharistic Miracles (3:52) How is the Mass a miracle in and of itself? (11:28) what are some miracles of the Eucharist? Elsa - My mother who has dementia was hospitalized with pneumonia. Priest came to visit and gave the Eucharist. mom is non-verbal. When the priest came to anoint her, she became aware. Priest gave her the Eucharist and she began to cry. She knew Jesus was present. Such a blessing. (22:19) Break 1 Patrick – explains the Real Presence Association and how it connects with Eucharistic Miracles. (34:29) Sharon - Is there actually a procedure to follow when the Eucharist falls out of the hands of the priest and onto the floor? What is actually supposed to be done? (40:34) Break 2 Julie - My brother is a Methodist minister. I have brought to him these miracles and he says Jesus can do anything. Looking for a response to him. How do I respond to this? I only hear about in the Catholic Church. Miracle of Lanciano (46:54) Rachel - I was baptized Catholic. Spent 20s and 30s going to Mass each week. Dad told me if I stopped practicing, I couldn't take communion. I'm wanting to start going to Mass every week. When should I take the Eucharist? Resources: The Eucharistic Miracles of the World https://www.miracolieucaristici.org/en/Liste/list.html Real Presents Association https://realpresence.org/

The lesson explored the enduring legacy of Carl Boberg's poem "O Store Gud!. The hymn, "How Great Thou Art," has its origins in this Swedish poem inspired by a thunderstorm. It subsequently was translated and adapted into a globally recognized worship song. Examining the history of the hymn, the speaker addressed the controversy surrounding its inclusion in Methodist hymnals, highlighting the tension between devotional expression and confessional theology. Ultimately, the message emphasized the power of biblical truth and how it leads to personal devotion to God. Listeners are encouraged to find poetic and devotional ways to express their love and appreciation for the God that saves us. A great God understood through great theology should lead to great ways of worshipping the Lord. Poems and music are gifts of God to image God and enjoy God—who is the Poet of poets.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Luke chapter 11. #sermons #inspiration #motivationThe Happiest Place on Earth - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr.  https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://twitter.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.net/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

Acts 8:26-40Snapshots of InvitationThe Invitation to TransformationFirst Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Trevor Miller | Contemporary Service

Michael Turner | Traditional Service

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit andrewsullivan.substack.comShannon is a civil rights attorney, most notably as the lead counsel for same-sex couples in the landmark marriage case in California. He's currently the legal director at the National Center for LGBTQ Rights, where he is leading several federal court challenges to the trans military ban and other new federal policies targeting transgender people.I've long tried to find an interlocutor on the new radical direction of trans activism and its hostile takeover of the gay rights movement. Shannon was the first to agree, and we got along great. In some areas, we strongly agree; in others, we strongly disagree; but we can talk and not hate each other. If we want to restore liberal democracy, this is the way.For two clips of our convo — on the new “conversion therapy,” and how trans activists need to adopt persuasion as a tactic — head to our YouTube page.Other topics: his “awesome” childhood in rural East Texas; hunting and fishing all the time; his Methodist church; his terrible adolescence with gender dysphoria; the evangelical teacher who mentored him; his unlikely path to practicing law; helping teens after conversion therapy; coming out as lesbian; becoming a trans man in his 30s; the “It Gets Better” project; gay Mormons; the ghetto approach of queer activism; the AIDS crisis; Virtually Normal; Bush and the Federal Marriage Amendment; Evan Wolfson; the California marriage case and Prop 8; Edie Windsor; when trans weddings were legal and gay ones weren't; “nonbinary” and “genderfluid”; affirmation-only vs. watchful waiting; the suicide canard; Chase Strangio; autism; detransitioners; Tavistock; the Cass Review; puberty blockers; the Dutch Protocol; Johanna Olson-Kennedy and her closed clinic; Marci Bowers and lost orgasm; Rachel Levine's politicization; fairness in sports; Sarah McBride; Shannon losing and regaining his religion; and moving back to his tiny hometown in Texas with his wife.Browse the Dishcast archive for an episode you might enjoy (the first 102 are free in their entirety — subscribe to get everything else). Coming up: Scott Anderson on the Iranian Revolution, Jill Lepore on the history of the Constitution, Katie Herzog on drinking your way sober, and Johann Hari interviewing me. Please send any guest recs, dissents, and other comments to dish@andrewsullivan.com.

✝️ Petty sins. Sacred nonsense. Divine dumbness. Scripture says, “The meek shall inherit the earth.” But what about the petty? This week's episode is holy, hilarious, and downright criminal. Trevin kicks things off with a revelation—after witnessing some Facebook drama with record-breaking engagement, he believes he's unlocked the future of marketing. His plea? If you're about to start an online feud, plug the podcast while you're at it. #BlessedAndBoosted Amanda's Dreadful Dilemma involves planning her next murder mystery party. She opened the floor to a vote between two themes—‘80s and Freak Show—but it ended in a tie. She's accepting divine intervention or your input. In Two Truths and a Lie, Amanda confesses to two criminal acts—leaving one unclaimed. Has she ever: Publicly urinated? Called a cop a pussy? Or had an attractive mugshot? Trevin takes a turn with Barbie-themed trivia, inspired by the movie. Is it true that: Barbie's yellow lab Tiffany was discontinued after tragedy? Barbie was based on a pornographic doll? Barbie once came with a diet book titled Don't Eat? Then, for story time:

Sunday Morning Church-wide Grow Together Group Lesson on the Gifts of the Spirit, Week 5 PodcastJoin us for our Sunday Morning Grow Together group, open to college-age individuals through adults.We will grow together in God's Word as we explore the Gifts of the Spirit and deepen our faith and fellowship.Attached is a PDF of the PowerPoint presentation shared during Brent's teaching (click here). We hope it serves as a helpful resource for your continued study.First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Revelation 3:14-22 Snapshots of InvitationThe Invitation to What Matters7.27.25First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from Colossians chapter 1.#sermons #inspiration #motivationJesus and Galactus - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr. https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://twitter.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.net/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

This week, we welcome former intern, Angela Molloy, as we celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Angela is a congenitally disabled cradle Methodist who is currently studying in Denver in the Iliff/DU Joint Doctoral Program, and she challenges us in her sermon to expand God's table for all!

Rachel Carosiello | Traditional Service

Chris Morgan | Contemporary Service

Sunday Morning Church-wide Grow Together Group Lesson on the Gifts of the Spirit, Week 4 PodcastJoin us for our Sunday Morning Grow Together group, open to college-age individuals through adults.We will grow together in God's Word as we explore the Gifts of the Spirit and deepen our faith and fellowship.Attached is a PDF of the PowerPoint presentation shared during Brent's teaching (click here). We hope it serves as a helpful resource for your continued study.First Methodist Church of Opelika is an exciting, historic, and growing Methodist church that is inviting our community to find and follow the Spirit-led life in Jesus. Founded in 1837, First Opelika has a rich history of influencing and impacting families in the Opelika/Auburn and surrounding community. The church is currently in a season of revitalization and is laying the foundation for effective ministry in the next season of her life as an independent Methodist church.For more information, check us out at www.firstopelika.org or www.facebook.com/firstopelika

As a young preacher standing in a small Baptist church, I found my sermon met with resistance and skepticism. But that moment ignited a fire within me to challenge nominalism and lukewarm attitudes, pushing me to advocate for a return to the core values of our faith. Join Kathy and me as we invite you into a transformative journey where we explore the path to uncovering biblical mysteries that have the power to change lives. We share the importance of seeking a closer relationship with God and moving beyond repetitive sermons to discover spiritual insights meant for those who truly pursue Him.Our conversation takes a heartfelt turn as we reflect on our early spiritual growth, from navigating the challenges of working at a Methodist church to balancing academic pursuits. We emphasize the role of mentorship and the power of supportive relationships in carving out one's own faith journey. Whether you're facing personal struggles or professional challenges, our stories of perseverance and self-discovery serve as a testament to the profound impact of faith and determination in overcoming obstacles and achieving spiritual growth.Key Takeaways:The journey to deeper faith begins with a commitment to discovering biblical truths and mysteries intended for God's children.True growth in faith demands intentional study and dedicating time to exploring and understanding scripture.Hunger and passion for God can transform ordinary believers into vessels of His truth and wisdom.Utilizing personal experiences and a hunger for spiritual knowledge allows one to profoundly impact and teach others.Living a life of integrity and dedication to God's kingdom requires sacrifice, yet it leads to profound personal and spiritual rewards.

Send us a textPastor Johnnie preaches a message from 2 Kings chapter 5. #sermons #inspiration #motivationTake Me to the River - Pastor Johnnie Simpson Jr. https://www.instagram.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://twitter.com/pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.facebook.com/pastorjsimpjr/https://pastorjohnnie.blogspot.com/https://www.threads.net/@pastorjsimpjrhttps://www.tiktok.com/@pastorjohnnie

Rajeev Tiwari, Director of Student Ministries at The Local Church, preaches a sermon on what sabbath is and how we can enter into it.

Jeff Kersey | Traditional Service

Grace Marie Ward | Contemporary Service

Segment 1: • The Methodist church (and now PCUSA) shows what happens when you abandon Sola Scriptura. • Liberation Theology and LGBT compromise start with bad hermeneutics. • “Herman Who?” (soon free) will help you see why hermeneutics matters for staying faithful. Segment 2: • Not all modern worship is shallow—some songs (like Matt Papa/Boswell) get it right. • Most contemporary worship, though, remains me-centered and theologically thin. • Discernment in music shapes your view of God and worship. Segment 3: • Young people are leaving church for reasons deeper than they realize: they think faith is shallow, anti-science, and overprotective. • PLAY THE MAN cards equip young men for real spiritual battle. • Culture says “follow your desires,” but God's design offers something far better. Segment 4: • God's laws aren't restrictive; they're good for you and guard your joy. • Many reject Jesus without knowing the real Jesus they're rejecting. • Joe Rogan's conversations hint at the hunger for truth that only Christ satisfies. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

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