Best University United Methodist Church Podcasts (2024)

Episode 18 - "Thomas, Tombs, Tattletales, and Time" Scripture: John 11:1-57 Description: This episode covers the raising of Lazarus. We start out considering whether Thomas is unfairly maligned and end knowing that Jesus definitely is. In the middle we consider how to understand the miracle and to remember to include Jesus’ humanity as we think of …

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Sermon September 1, 2024 - No Place Like Home 25:17

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon August 25, 2024 - Getting Ready 29:39

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Sermon August 18, 2024 - You're Invited 24:53

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon August 11, 2024 - Everlasting Purpose Under the Sun 34:29

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Sermon August 4, 2024 - Chasing the Wind 33:04

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Talking John - Episode 17: "Counting Sheep and Penguins" 38:25

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Episode 17 - Counting Sheep and Penguins Scripture: John 10:1-42 Description: In this episode, we account for sheep and penguins. It turns out, they both need to hear the voice of the one who loves them. We do too. Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study: Whose voice would you recognize in any time or place? Why is that voice …

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Talking John - Episode 16: "I Once Was Blind" 43:28

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Episode 16 - I Once Was Blind Scripture: John 9:1-41 Description: In this Chapter, a favorite of John White’s, we look at the healing of the blind man, and the subsequent negative reaction that occurs all around him. We then ask questions about who was really blind in this story. Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study: Why do…

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Sermon July 28, 2024 - The Vanity of Life 37:17

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon July 14, 2024 - Summer Games University - Catching Fire 37:02

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Sermon July 7, 2024 - Pastor Mike's Last Sermon 29:36

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon June 30, 2024 - Faith over Frustration 29:41

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Sermon June 23, 2024 - Not So Random Acts of Kindness 27:40

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon June 16, 2024 - Peace in the Midst of Chaos 42:22

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Sermon June 9, 2024 - Rooted in Love 34:54

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon June 2, 2024 - Kick Off Week 49:10

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon May 26, 2024 - The WORD of God Visited Us 30:18

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon May 19, 2024 - The WORD of God Transforms Us 28:29

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 15: "The Darkness Will Not Overwhelm" 42:45

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Episode 15 - The Darkness Will Not Overwhelm Scripture: John 8:12-59 Description: We discuss the rising conflict between Jesus and the Jewish Leaders. We also address how Chapter 8 has falsely and tragically been used to justify anti-semitism. And we will close out this chapter reflecting on damaging theologies around suicide. If you or someone you…

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Talking John - Episode 14: "Stoned" 36:33

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Episode 14 - Stoned Scripture: John 8:1-11 Description: We stay focused on the story of the woman caught in adultery, who John White names Sindy. We recognize that all of us at one time or another have picked up a stone to hurl at others, and we name some of those stones that we hurl. Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study: W…

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Sermon May 12, 2024 - The WORD of God Converts Us 26:12

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon May 5, 2024 - The Word of God Teaches Us 29:09

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Sermon April 28, 2024 - His Mission in My Community 35:42

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 13: "Water Thicker Than Blood" 44:12

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Episode 13 - Water Thicker than Blood Scripture: John 7:1-53 Description: In this episode, we learn some background on the Festival of Tabernacles (aka the Festival of Booths). We also discuss the potential sibling rivalry between Jesus and his brothers. Then we consider how we all judge one another on external conditions - where we grew up, what o…

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Sermon April 21, 2024 - God's Mission Blessed the World 35:41

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon April 14, 2024 - To the Ends of the Earth 32:15

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Sermon April 7, 2024 - The Mission Set Before Us 26:56

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon March 31, 2024 - The Resurrection 33:30

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 12: "The Chosen" 25:13

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Episode 12 - The Chosen Scripture: John 6:26-70 Description: We are still in these same verses, but didn’t I mention last week that these were difficult teachings? We can’t just fly past them. In this episode, we will dip our toe into the debate around chosenness: are all people chosen by God, or just some? And does the chosen include Judas? Questi…

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Talking John - Episode 11: "Vampires and Cannibals" 28:05

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Episode 11 - Vampires and Cannibals Scripture: John 6:26-70 Description: Jesus is hitting the people with a hard teaching - eat his flesh and drink his blood. Many will turn away because of this teaching, but it will also give theological backbone to a central practice of the church: communion. Questions to consider if you are using this podcast fo…

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Sermon March 24, 2024 - His Parade 28:10

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon March 17, 2024 - His Prayers 32:33

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 10: "Bread and Water" 39:15

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Episode 10 - Bread and Water Scripture: John 6:1-21 Description: We look at two miracles (feeding 5000 and walking on water) and recognize that how you describe them matters - and reflects your own point-of-view, whether you are a Gospel writer or reader. So what do you think: was the feeding of the 5000 a miracle of creation or a miracle of genero…

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Sermon March 10, 2024 - His Transfiguration 32:30

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon March 3, 2024 - His Ascension 32:43

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon February 25, 2024 - Temptations Can GROW Our Connection With God 33:31

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 9: "Do You Want to Get Well?" 40:10

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Scripture: John 5:1-18 Description: We look now at the healing of the man at the pool of Bethsaida. Does the man want to get well or not? Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study: We all have struggles in our lives, physical and mental, and we sometimes deal with them in very different ways. During times of struggle, when have …

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Sermon February 18, 2024 - There are Plenty of WARNINGS 34:16

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 8: "Live the Difference" 21:26

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Episode 8- Live the Difference Scripture: John 4:1-42 Description: We continue our discussion of the Woman at the Well, this time reflecting on what difference Jesus makes in our lives. How are we changed, and how do we live differently? Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study: What do you think happened to Samanda after Jesus…

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Sermon February 11, 2024 - He NEVER Gives Up On Us 38:21

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 7: "A Woman of Good Repute" 31:13

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Episode 7 - A Woman of Good Repute Scripture: John 4:1-42 Description: In this first of two episodes on the Woman at the Well, we correct some mischaracterizations of this woman. How did we get these assumptions? They have more to do with our own judgments than with her. Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study: What name would…

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Sermon February 4, 2024 - My People Care for ALL Others 35:04

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Sermon January 28, 2024 - What to do when my life falls apart? 24:28

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 6: "Nic at Night (Part 2)" 23:18

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Scripture: John 3:1-36 Description: We continue our consideration of Nicodemus, and specifically look at what his story means to us. Then we turn to John the Baptist, and look at how we do leadership transitions in a healthy way. Questions to consider if you are using this podcast for study: If you or someone you know is wrestling with whether or n…

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Sermon January 21, 2024 - How do I fight the enemy within? 33:32

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By Marion Methodist Church - Marion, Iowa

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Talking John - Episode 5: "Nic at Night (Part 1)" 22:10

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Scripture: John 3:1-21 Description: We look at a character that only appears in John’s Gospel, Nicodemus, who turns out to be important to us both and important as we consider the journey of unfolding faith. We begin by considering whether we think Nicodemus ever actually became a true follower of Christ, and then make our way through implications …