Weekly sermons, interviews, and more from First United Methodist Church of Orlando.
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Sermons offered at Gray Memorial UMC in Tallahassee, Florida. To learn more, visit graymumc.org.
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What does a distinctly Wesleyan, Spirit-led movement that reaches people neglected by the church look like? Join the Fresh Expressions United Methodist team in partnership with Fresh Expressions Florida as they explore missional mischief-making with everyday people who are cultivating Christian communities of love and grace that serve those neglected by the conventional forms of church.
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Sermons, teachings, and biblical discussions with J. Thomas Johnson--a pastor for 16 years in the Church of the Nazarene and 5 years in the United Methodist Church, an instructor in Biblical Hebrew at Nazarene Theological Seminary for 4 years--B.A., Gordon College; M.Div. Nazarene Theological Seminary
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The History of Methodism Podcast covers the history of the Methodist and Wesleyan movements, from its precursors in the European Reformation, up until the present day, from Martin Luther to Adam Hamilton. This long history of Methodism It is hosted by Rev. Wilson Pruitt, an Elder in the Rio Texas Conference of the United Methodist Church and currently pastor of Bee Creek United Methodist Church in Spicewood, TX.
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Weekly Sermons from First United Methodist Church of Dunedin, FL.
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Sermons and teachings from Rev. Mark Reynolds, a Pastor in the United Methodist Church (Florida Conference). These transformative messages will speak directly into your life!
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An agency of The United Methodist Church, Discipleship Ministries helps local church, district, and conference leaders fulfill the shared dream of making world-changing disciples. The agency connects leaders with needed resourcing, training, consulting, and networking that support spiritual formation, new church development, revitalization of local churches, and materials for use in Central Conferences. Discipleship Ministries has embarked upon an integrated, strategic direction that serves ...
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The focus of Christmas is placed on the characters in the Christmas story: Mary and Joseph, the angels, the shepherds, the wise men and, of course, the baby in a manger. What would it look like to take a step back and celebrate Christmas from the Father’s perspective? This Christmas we celebrate the joy of friendship and togetherness, exploring what this looks like in a broken and divided world. Christmas is also the time for gifts. And it will be our joy to share an advent gift with you. Th ...
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Gospel Light Society is a global ministry that seeks to present the Gospel to all people, in every language, around the world, over the internet. People all over the world need to hear about the love, peace, and joy that only comes through Jesus Christ. For many people, they are not free to practice their Christian beliefs in their country. For others, they do not feel comfortable in a public place of worship. Because of this, millions of people search for God on the internet. In many langua ...
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Wesleyan Rooted: Methodists Embrace Widely
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God is prodigal, wasteful, extravagant, with grace, mercy, and love. And God invites us to live with those same values. God is standing with arms wide open, waiting for us to run into the divine embrace and to bring our friends with us. God says, “Free Hugs, Come on in Y’all!” Methodists embrace widely. Sermon by Rev. Beth Demme For more informatio…
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First Dunedin 10.13.24 Wesleyan Rooted: Love Actively
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First Dunedin 10.6.24 Wesleyan Rooted: Embrace Widely
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Fanning the Methodist Flame | United in Love
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Today Mark Ellis shares a sermon titled "United In Love" referencing John 17:18-23. While you worship online, we invite you to fill out a connection card. This card is not only a way for us to connect with you but also an opportunity for you to share any prayer requests you may have: firstchurchorlando.org/connection-card Giving: firstchurchorlando…
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World Communion Sunday | A Bigger Table Than You Thought
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Today is World Communion Sunday. Pastor Vance shares a sermon titled "A Bigger Table Than You Thought" referencing Isaiah 25:6-10. While you worship online, we invite you to fill out a connection card. This card is not only a way for us to connect with you but also an opportunity for you to share any prayer requests you may have: firstchurchorlando…
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In this episode of "New People, New Ways," we welcome a true pioneer adventurer and a key figure in the Fresh Expressions Movement, Rev Leslie Newton. Born and raised in Lancaster, in the north of England, Leslie studied Accountancy & Law at University before training and qualifying as a Chartered Accountant. His local Methodist Church nurtured his…
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The Jesus Story: Jesus Moves into the Neighborhood
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10/13/2024 Worship at Gray Memorial UMC in Tallahassee, FL Sermon by Rev. Beth Demme For more information, visit www.graymumc.orgBy Gray Memorial United Methodist Church
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Episode 343: Read Faithfully: Understanding the Inspiration of Scripture (Message 2: Wesleyan Rooted)
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In this message, we look at how United Methodists understand the inspiration of scripture. As Wesleyan Christians, we are rooted in the Bible. It is both the source of our faith and the measure of our spiritual authenticity. However, instead of insisting on a strict literal reading, we teach a dynamic and contextual way of interpreting scripture. W…
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S15 E68 Luke Series - Discussion 68: The Lamentation of Jesus (Luke 23:26-31)
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On His way to die, why did Jesus tell the women of Jerusalem to weep? This sermon was preached on Saturday, October 12, 2024.By J. Thomas Johnson
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In this episode, we look at John Wesley's journey from visiting his mother to visiting the Moravians at Herrnhut, in the heart of Saxony. We also look at his sermon, Salvation by Faith, preached soon after his Aldersgate Experience on this journey. Please give us a five star rating and subscribe. You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com…
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Episode 342: Grow Deeply: Salvation and Grace in the Wesleyan Tradition (Message 1: Wesleyan Rooted)
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We are excited to begin a new message series, "Wesleyan Rooted." Over the next five weeks, we will explore what it means to follow Jesus in the United Methodist tradition. This series invites us to reflect on our unique spiritual heritage and embrace the core principles of our faith. In this message, we dive into the theme, "Grow Deeply" and see ho…
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S15 E67 Luke Series - Discussion 67: The Verdict (Luke 22:63 - 23:25)
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How did God become humanity's enemy, and what has led both our ancestors and ourselves to condemn God to death? This sermon was preached on Saturday, October 5, 2024.By J. Thomas Johnson
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First Dunedin 9.29.24 Wesleyan Rooted: Read Faithfully
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Fanning the Methodist Flame | Doing All Of The Good We Can
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Today we continue our sermon series "Fanning the Methodist Flame." Pastor Vance shares a sermon titled "Doing All of the Good We Can" referencing Romans 12:9-21. While you worship online, we invite you to fill out a connection card. This card is not only a way for us to connect with you but also an opportunity for you to share any prayer requests y…
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Wesleyan Rooted: Methodists Love Actively
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As we move through the Gospels as part of The Bible Year, we're looking at what it means to be "Wesleyan Rooted." In this sermon, Pastor Beth explores what it means to Love Actively in light of what Jesus says in Mark 12 are the greatest commandments. Sermon by Rev. Beth Demme For more information, visit www.graymumc.org…
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Episode 341: Read the World Around You (Message 5: Discernment)
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In this message, we explore how life’s circumstances and current events can reveal God’s will. When we stay close to Jesus, the Holy Spirit opens our eyes to spiritual truth and leads us beyond the rush of clock time into kairos—a deeper sense of time that is pregnant with possibilities. Learn how to read the world around you, discern where God is …
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S15 E66 Luke Series - Discussion 66: The Sifting (Luke 22:31-62)
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How did Satan effectively sift Jesus' disciples as wheat? This sermon was preached on Saturday, September 28, 2024.By J. Thomas Johnson
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First Dunedin 9.22.24 Wesleyan Rooted: Grow Deeply
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In this episode of "New People, New Ways," we welcome a true pioneer adventurer in church planting and a key figure in the Fresh Expressions Movement, Rev Graham Horsley. Graham began his ministry journey in 1980, and by 1992, he had taken on the role of British National Church Planting Officer while simultaneously leading a church that successfull…
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Fanning the Methodist Flame | The Theology We Sing
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Today we continue our sermon series "Fanning the Methodist Flame." Pastor Vance shares a sermon titled "The Theology We Sing" referencing Ephesians 5:15-20. While you worship online, we invite you to fill out a connection card. This card is not only a way for us to connect with you but also an opportunity for you to share any prayer requests you ma…
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From the earliest days of Methodism, serving others has been part of our ecclesiastical DNA. Matthew 25:31-46 Scripture read by Todd Clark. Sermon by Rev. Beth Demme For more information, visit www.graymumc.orgBy Gray Memorial United Methodist Church
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Episode 340: Pay Attention to the People On Your Path (Message 4: Discernment)
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Who are the people that have helped you get where you are today? People who gave you wise advice or helped you see things in a different light? Looking back we often realize that God was speaking through these people to guide our steps. If this message is a blessing, you can support our ministries by donating at www.fumccb.com. Speaker: Pastor Mark…
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S15 E65 Luke Series - Discussion 65: Greatness in the Kingdom of God (Luke 22:24-30)
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According to Jesus, what kind of experience, skill, and character qualify a person for leadership in the Kingdom of God? This sermon was preached on Saturday, September 21, 2024.By J. Thomas Johnson
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Fanning the Methodist Flame | Methodism's Three General Rules
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Today we continue our sermon series "Fanning the Methodist Flame." Pastor Vance shares a sermon titled "Methodism's Three General Rules" referencing Micah 6:6-8. While you worship online, we invite you to fill out a connection card. This card is not only a way for us to connect with you but also an opportunity for you to share any prayer requests y…
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First Dunedin 9.15.24 The Not So United States of America: Best Sermon Ever!
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Randy Clay, the Lay Leader for the Northwest District of the Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church, offers a message about growing in God’s grace and love from a Wesleyan perspective. Ephesians 3:14-20 emphasizes that life in Christ involves being rooted in God’s agape love and being transformed by grace. The Christian journey involves …
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Episode 339: Reading Our Way Forward (Message 3: Discernment)
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When was the last time you read a good book? Are there any books that have changed your life? In this message, we continue the series, “Discernment," looking at how God speaks not only through the Bible but also spiritual writings. Pastor Mark shares some of the books that shaped his faith and changed his life. If this message is a blessing, you ca…
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S15 E64 Luke Series - Discussion 64: The Body and Blood of Jesus (Luke 22:7-23)
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When Jesus said, "This is my body," and, "This is my blood," what did He mean? This sermon was preached on Saturday, September 14, 2024.By J. Thomas Johnson
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First Dunedin 9.8.24 The Not So United States of America: Schadenfreude
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The Jesus Story: Special Guest, Starr Clay
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September 8th Worship at Gray Memorial UMC Special Guest, Starr Clay speaks about the Wesleyan idea of Christian Perfection. While we are not perfect now and won't be perfect next week, we experience moments where the Holy Spirit works through us, allowing God’s perfection to reach out and minister to others through us. We grow in love and holiness…
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Today we continue our sermon series "Fanning the Methodist Flame." Pastor Vance shares a sermon titled "Holiness" referencing Deuteronomy 7:1-11. While you worship online, we invite you to fill out a connection card. This card is not only a way for us to connect with you but also an opportunity for you to share any prayer requests you may have: fir…
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Episode 338: Discerning the Spirits Within (Message 2: Discernment)
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In this second message from the "Discernment" series, we explore the challenge of distinguishing truth from falsehood in a world filled with conflicting voices, both externally and within ourselves. Using 1 John 4:1 and Galatians 5:13-25, the sermon emphasizes the importance of testing the spirits, discerning between good and evil, and recognizing …
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S15 E63 Luke Series - Discussion 63: Testing the Spirits (Luke 21:37 - 22:6)
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What did Luke mean when he said, "Satan entered into Judas," and can the same thing happen to us? This sermon was preached on Saturday, September 7, 2024.By J. Thomas Johnson
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First Dunedin 9.1.24 The Not So United States of America: Step Off the Chaos Carousel
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In this episode, we look at the days immediately after Aldersgate and the challenges John Wesley faced after his spiritual experience. Please give us a five star rating and subscribe. You can find us online at www.historyofmethodism.com. You can support us online at patreon.com/historyofmethodism.By Wilson Pruitt
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Fanning the Methodist Flame | Wesleyan Quadrilateral
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Today we continue our sermon series "Fanning the Methodist Flame." Pastor Emily shares a sermon titled "Wesleyan Quadrilateral" referencing 2 Timothy 3:14-17. While you worship online, we invite you to fill out a connection card. This card is not only a way for us to connect with you but also an opportunity for you to share any prayer requests you …
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Rev. Beth Demme explores the profound transition from the Old Testament to the New, highlighting how the birth of Jesus fulfills ancient promises and calls us into a life of radical love and grace. Through the lens of John Wesley's three simple rules—do no harm, do all the good you can, and stay in love with God—Pastor Beth invites us to turn the p…
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Episode 337: Listening to God in Solitude and Community (Message 1: Discernment)
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Do you sometimes struggle to make hard decisions? In this message, we explore the process of discerning God's will in our lives. Grounded in scriptures from Colossians 1:9-11 and Hebrews 11:1, the sermon emphasizes the importance of both solitude and community in hearing God's voice. By practicing spiritual disciplines such as prayer, meditation on…
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