Best First Free Methodist Podcasts (2025)

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May 25, 2025 - The Classic US vs. THEM 30:10

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Episode 186 - Parents Leading Youth Ministry 26:56

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This week Chris and Jeremy talk about leading youth ministry as a parent.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast

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Luke: Living as a Disciple of Jesus (Part 2)

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The twenty-fifth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. Part 2 of 2. This message is often called “The Beatitudes” from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.Scripture: Luke 6:27-38The Call to Radical Love:Why are we to love in this way?** Because this is how God loved us** Kindness demonstrated through the cross (Titus …

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Revelation 21:1-5 | May 25, 2025 26:14

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Caring for creation requires us to see the world and God's vision for it with clarity. A future is coming that is free of death and evil. If this vision captivates us enough, we will live lives that faithful point to it.By Craig S. Brown

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Luke: Living as a Disciple of Jesus (Part 1)

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The twenty-fourth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. Part 1 of 2. This message is often called “The Beatitudes” from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.Scripture: Luke 6:20-26By Andrew Dexter

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May 18, 2025 - What are we united by? 37:10

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Social Principles and Mental Health: A summons to action 31:56

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Few, if any, people are untouched by mental health challenges either for themselves or loved ones. As we observe Mental Health Awareness Month, we explore how our Social Principles call us as United Methodists to support and care for those living with mental health challenges, as well as how we are to care for our own body, soul and spirit. More in…

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Episode 185 - Navigating Super Fandom Culture 16:13

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This week Chris and Jeremy talk about how to stay relevant within a super fandom culture you can't realistically keep up with.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast

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Genesis 3:1-13 | May 18, 2025 29:02

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The story of Adam and Even falls into tragedy when they take matters into their own hands. What started as a paradise in the Garden, has become a nightmare of blame, anger, and fear. How can we find our way when we face the same situations? More importantly, how does Jesus give us new hope in the midst of being human?…

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Luke: Chosen, Called, and Comissioned

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The twenty-third message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel.Scripture: Luke 6:12-19Lesson 1: Important life decisions should be preceded with intentional times of prayer.Lesson 2. Jesus intentionally calls ordinary people for extraordinary purposes.* God calls the willing not the qualified.* Some will be prominent …

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May 11, 2025 - Tone Matters When You Tell a Story 34:29

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Luke: Grain Fields & Grace, Hard Hearts & Healing

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The twenty-second message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel.Scripture: Luke 6:1-11Lesson 1: As Christians today, we are no longer required to observe the Sabbath according to Old Testament law Lesson 2: Even though the Sabbath is not commanded for us to follow it is an opportunity to align with God's rhythm and re…

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Covering a worldwide church: Journalism with integrity and heart 45:42

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To commemorate World Press Freedom Day, two United Methodist News journalists share what it means to tell the church’s story — with integrity, faith, and heart – and why independent journalism within a faith-based organization is more vital than ever. More information and a full transcript of this conversation are available here. Have a question or…

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Episode 184 - When Less People Show Up Than You Planned 14:12

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This week Chris and Jeremy talk about how to handle when less people than you expected show up to an event.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast

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Genesis 1:26-31 | May 4, 2025 24:29

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Which takes more work: caring or being careless? God's creation is entrusted to our care. The same care God has is the same care we must offer. Creation care means loving others and everything which has been created. If this is true, then the work of care will always take more time and energy. It is exactly how God cares for us.…

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April 27, 2025 - A Rule of Life 46:53

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Genesis 2:1-9 | April 27, 2025 23:52

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The creation story in the Bible is filled with so much wonder and blessing. Too often, we read right past it to get to the story of the fall of Adam and Eve. Perhaps we should pause a bit longer over God's creative work and find that all we have ever needed is in Him.By Craig S. Brown

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April 20, 2025 - Do what Jesus did!! 35:41

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Do what Jesus did: Make room for the Story Tell the Story Live the StoryBy First Free Methodist Spokane

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Easter: Jesus Paid it All and Has Risen Indeed

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The 2025 Easter message from Stewart Barcelo.Scripture: Colossians 2:13-14, 1 Corinthians 15:17By Stewart Barcelo

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Mary Magdalene: The Resurrection’s first witness 18:05

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All four gospels affirm Mary Magdalene’s key role in the Holy Week story as the first to witness the resurrected Jesus. Layers of misconceptions, however, surround one of Jesus’ most loyal followers. Studying Mary Magdalene’s life more closely not only teaches us the truth, but also shows that her story can serve as a guide for us on our Easter jou…

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John 20:1-18 | April 20, 2025 16:51

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The story of Jesus' resurrection is deeply moving. Jesus goes from seemingly being lost but, instead, is found victorious. Our belief in this Jesus is ever-growing as it was for those first witnesses of the resurrection. Even in our doubts, Jesus invites us to new life.By Craig S. Brown

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Luke: Jesus is NOT Religious

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The twenty-first message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel.Scripture: Luke 5:33-39Lessons:Lesson 1: We must be careful not to cling too tightly to religious traditions or rigid ways of thinking that hinder us from knowing the real Jesus Lesson 2: External religious observance without inward transformation as a res…

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April 13, 2025 - Be Like Jesus 23:56

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Love Like JesusBy First Free Methodist Spokane

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Luke 19:28-40 | April 13, 2025 19:23

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Jesus' entrance into the city of Jerusalem is cause for celebration by his followers. It is an entrance of peace which hails the soon and coming King, Jesus. Not all people welcome his arrival. The week which follows will be an unfolding of Jesus' destiny. A destiny which will set the world free from sin and evil.…

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Luke: Leaving it All Behind to Follow Jesus

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The twentieth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel.Scripture: Luke 5:27-32Lessons:Lesson 1: The people that Jesus calls to follow Him, are often the least likely and least deserving.Lesson 2: Your past life of sin, has no bearing on Jesus willingness to use you in the future for ministry service.Lesson 3: In …

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April 6, 2025 - The Greatest Gift 11:48

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Turning the world upside down with ‘Wesleyan Vile-tality’ 50:32

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It’s time to get uncomfortable, says Dr. Ashley Boggan, author of “Wesleyan Vile-tality: Reclaiming the Heart of Methodist Identity,” a book that challenges United Methodists to reclaim our Methodist roots, embrace holy disruption, and live out the radical, inclusive love that defines our faith. More information and a full transcript of this conver…

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John 12:1-8 | April 6, 2025 17:57

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We all know what commitments or duties we have. What about our devotion? More than commitment or duty, devotion invites us into something deeper. In devotion we are changed by gratitude and generosity working in the grace of God. This week we discover the power of devotion.By Craig S. Brown

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Episode 183 - Firing Volunteers 17:03

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This week, Chris and Jeremy are addressing the hard truth of having to fire a volunteer. We talk about best practices and how to be graceful and kind.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast

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Luke: The Authoritiy to Forgive Sins

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The nineteenth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel.Scripture: Luke 5:17-26Lesson 1: We need to start bringing the Gospel message outside the church walls and into the public space.Lesson 2: We need to be “tear open the roof” kind of friends in order to bring people to Jesus Christ.Lesson 3: Mankind’s greates…

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March 30, 2025 - Are you a Christian? Or a disciple? 28:37

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 | March 30, 2025 26:39

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The Parable of the Prodigal Son (Lost Son) is one of the most well-known stories Jesus told. We should wonder why we are fixated on the "lost" son more than the forgiving father as portrayed in this story. It is a powerful story of forgiveness and grace offered to those who welcome it and even resist it.…

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Luke: The Touch of Healing

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The eighteenth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel.Scripture: Luke 5:12-16By Andrew Dexter

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March 23, 2025 - Loving God with All Your Strength 19:48

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Sophia Wisdom: Little known gift for big transformation 25:14

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Discernment. Peace. Reason. Those characteristics belong to Sophia Wisdom, a gift of the Spirit that is referenced in the Book of James. Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi discusses how this little-known spiritual gift can deepen our understanding of wisdom and transform our conversations, relationships and lives. More information and a full transcript of…

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Luke 13:1-9 | March 23, 2025 17:07

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All of us wonder why things happen the way they do. Sometimes it is about something that creates joy and wonder while, at other moments, it is pain or grief. Trying to know "why" is hard work. Perhaps there is a different way to live where God's Spirit provides all we need.By Craig S. Brown

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Episode 182 - Rules of Youth Ministry: #3 Live Your Title 21:11

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Chris and Jeremy are continuing their series of rules of youth ministry. We're talking about the importance of knowing and understanding your job title and ways that you can foster sustainability in ministry work.By Youth Worker Collective Podcast

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Luke: The First Diciples

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The seventeenth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel.Scripture: Luke 5:1-11By Stewart Barcelo

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March 16, 2025 - Loving God with Your Mind 29:31

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Philippians 3:17-4:1 | March 16, 2025 23:17

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We live in one of the most polarizing times in recent memory. We argue about politics, religion, relationships, and so much more. What matters most in these times when we are pushed and pulled by so many? This week's episode opens us up to a new way of being followers of Jesus in a polarized age.By Craig S. Brown

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Luke: Dealing with Demons (Part 2)

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The sixteenth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. Part 2 of 2 on the topic of Demons.Scripture: Luke 4:38-44By Andrew Dexter

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March 9, 2025 - Loving God with all your soul 15:12

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Taking faith into the legislature: A politician’s story 31:24

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Churches are good at food drives, but not as good at food justice, claims Kathy Webb, a cradle United Methodist who has worked in Arkansas politics for decades. Kathy shares how her faith integrates with social justice as a passionate advocate who engages with her community, city boards, commissions and church to tackle pressing issues such as hous…

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Luke 4:1-13 | March 9, 2025 19:28

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We all face temptation. Sometimes it is on a small scale, and other times it can destroy lives and relationships. The greatest temptation of all is to believe that one has no temptations. This week, we dive into how temptation comes to us and what to do about it.By Craig S. Brown

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Episode 181 - Old Games, New Tech 20:00

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This week, Chris and Jeremy give some tips on how to take some old games that have been popular in youth ministry for years and give them a new twist!By Youth Worker Collective Podcast

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Luke: Dealing with Demons (Part 1)

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The fifteenth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. Part 1 of 2 on the topic of Demons.Scripture: Luke 4:31-37How Jesus Dealt With Demons:First: Jesus dealt with the demon, not with the man.Second: Jesus expelled the demon from the man, not the man from the synagogue.Third: Jesus used commanding language.Four…

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March 2, 2025 - Jesus and the Shema 34:02

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Luke 9:28-45 | March 2, 2025 27:44

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When is Jesus at His best? The passage of scripture for today's episode might lead us to believe that it is when Jesus is glorified in power and appears with Moses and Elijah on a mountain. Could the lesson of this story be about the moment when people were "amazed" at Him? If it is, then Jesus is at his greatest down in the valley with all of us.…

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February 23, 2025 - Two Clicks Too Far - GLUTTONY 36:04

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By First Free Methodist Spokane

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Serving a community with unity, resilience and love 41:49

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Discover how love has unified a Los Angeles community through decades of civil unrest, gentrification and natural disasters when the Rev. Victor Cyrus-Franklin shares the story of Holman United Methodist Church, an historic church embodying its Wesleyan heritage as a center for community organizing and worship. More information and a full transcrip…

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