Best The Vine Umc Podcasts (2025)

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Empathy as Resistance | Practicing Empathy Week 3 12:39

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Empathy is resistance against a culture of indifference, division, and dehumanization. When we choose to understand rather than ignore, and connect rather than condemn, we become part of God’s work of justice. This week, we’ll talk about how empathy can be a powerful tool in confronting the forces of evil and injustice in this world. Join a small g…

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Spirit of Truth 26:06

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Rejoice! Do not doubt! God has poured love, hope and forgiveness on you. You are healed and forgiven in Jesus' Name. The Holy Spirit empowers you to ministries of healing and hope. Rejoice! SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 16:12-15 Proverbs 8:1-17 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC

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The Way of Jesus | Practicing Empathy Week 2 10:46

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Throughout his ministry, Jesus consistently responded to others with empathy. He wept with the grieving, nurtured the outcast back into society, and touched the untouchable. Empathy wasn’t optional; it was a defining mark of his ministry. This week, we’ll reflect on how practicing empathy is essential for those who want to walk in the way of Jesus.…

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The True Vine 26:44

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE God’s awesome love is offered to you, even when you fear or are unsure of your faith. Know that God is with you. Be not afraid. Hallelujah! SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 15:1-15 John 14:8-16 John 14:25-27 Galatians 5:14-26 1 Thessalonians 5:14-24 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC

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Empathy for All, No Exceptions | Practicing Empathy Week 1 15:19

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Jesus teaches us that everyone regardless of background, belief, or behavior is worthy of compassion. This week, we’ll explore the radical inclusivity of empathy and how following Jesus means opening our hearts to those we’re often tempted to ignore or judge. Join a small group: http://thevineumc.church/…

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Jesus Prays for His Church 22:09

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Jesus commanded the faithful ones to wait for the power from on high. Be patient. God’s love is given to you and the power of God will enable you to be witnesses for God in this world. Be of great courage. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 17:20-26 John 14:8-9 Jeremiah 31:31-33 Luke 22:14-22 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Dismantling Racism and Discrimination | Discipleship Reclaimed Week 6 13:34

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Discipleship is not a program but a way of living that offers the world another way. As disciples of Jesus, our lives become oriented to relationships, sacrifice, and transformation. Focusing on these disciplines will deepen our faithfulness and foster our spiritual maturity as disciples of Jesus. Looking for a small group? Join a branch: http://th…

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My Peace I Give You 20:50

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Let the light of God’s eternal love flood into your hearts this day. Feel the healing presence of God in your lives. Accept God’s love and hope for you. This is the gift freely given for you by Jesus Christ. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 14:23-29 John 14:16-17 Romans 5:1 Romans 8:28 Matthew 14:22-33 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Spiritual Leadership | Discipleship Reclaimed Week 5 11:02

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Discipleship is not a program but a way of living that offers the world another way. As disciples of Jesus, our lives become oriented to relationships, sacrifice, and transformation. Focusing on these disciplines will deepen our faithfulness and foster our spiritual maturity as disciples of Jesus. Looking for a small group? Join a branch: http://th…

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A Servant's Heart 21:17

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Wherever you are, Christ is with you. You are beloved of God and God’s care will always surround you. Be at peace and rejoice! SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 13:31-35 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC

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Culture of Call | Reclaiming Discipleship Week 4 15:32

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Discipleship is not a program but a way of living that offers the world another way. As disciples of Jesus, our lives become oriented to relationships, sacrifice, and transformation. Focusing on these disciplines will deepen our faithfulness and foster our spiritual maturity as disciples of Jesus. Looking for a small group? Join a branch: http://th…

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The Lord Our God Is One 19:41

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Happy Mother’s Day! - Do not fear! You can place your trust in God, for God will lead you, comfort you, protect you. You are not alone to face all the difficulties of life. God is with you and will lift you up! SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Proverbs 31:10-31 John 10:22-33 John 17 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Professions of Faith | Discipleship Reclaimed 11:45

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Discipleship is not a program but a way of living that offers the world another way. As disciples of Jesus, our lives become oriented to relationships, sacrifice, and transformation. Focusing on these disciplines will deepen our faithfulness and foster our spiritual maturity as disciples of Jesus. Looking for a small group? Join a branch: http://th…

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Follow Me 17:58

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Sing! Shout! Rejoice! Jesus calls you to serve because of his love for you. He believes in you and all the gifts you have been given! Do not be afraid. Christ is with you always. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Isaiah 8:13-20 John 21:1-19 Revelation 19:10 Acts 9:1-16 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Mental Health and Well Being | Discipleship Reclaimed Week 2 9:36

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Discipleship is not a program but a way of living that offers the world another way. As disciples of Jesus, our lives become oriented to relationships, sacrifice, and transformation. Focusing on these disciplines will deepen our faithfulness and foster our spiritual maturity as disciples of Jesus. Looking for a small group? Join a branch: http://th…

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The Road to Emmaus 26:55

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Do not let your hearts be troubled. Jesus came to bring you new life. Believe in Him and receive the blessing of hope and peace. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 24:13-32 Acts 13:16-22 Acts 2:22-33 Psalms 83:1-5 Psalm 102:16-18 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC

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Bishop David Graves | Discipleship Reclaimed Week 1 15:25

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Discipleship is not a program but a way of living that offers the world another way. As disciples of Jesus, our lives become oriented to relationships, sacrifice, and transformation. Focusing on these disciplines will deepen our faithfulness and foster our spiritual maturity as disciples of Jesus. Looking for a small group? Join a branch: http://th…

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What is Discipleship? | Discipleship Reclaimed 32:03

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Discipleship is not a program but a way of living that offers the world another way. As disciples of Jesus, our lives become oriented to relationships, sacrifice, and transformation. Focusing on these disciplines will deepen our faithfulness and foster our spiritual maturity as disciples of Jesus. Looking for a small group? Join a branch: http://th…

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He is Risen! - Easter 2025 20:52

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WORDS OF ASSURANCE Come into the light of God’s love! Christ is risen! Death has been swallowed up in victory! Know beyond all doubt that God’s love is always with you, surrounding you, leading you, comforting you. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 20:1-18 Acts 10:34-43 2 Peter 1:16-21 1 John 1:1-4 1 Corinthians 15:12-26 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Alive in Jesus | Easter 8:20

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Easter celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, an event that lies at the very heart of Christian faith, symbolizing hope, renewal, and the victory of life over death. Easter invites us to embrace the promise of new beginnings and the assurance that love conquers all. Join us in a journey of reflection and celebration, as we delve…

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Good Friday | Breaking Chains 15:05

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Today is Good Friday, the day when we pause in the shadow of the cross. Most of us would rather be anywhere but here, staring death in the face. We would rather ignore our feelings of fear and sadness, of shame and guilt. Yet on this day, we are called to name the ways that we ourselves have betrayed and crucified Jesus. We are called to bear witne…

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Palm/Passion Sunday 2025 22:45

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WORD OF ASSURANCE Rejoice, the Lord has come into your presence. You are the beloved ones of God. Know that God walks with you through this parade and time of celebration and in all the times ahead. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 19:28-40 Zechariah 9:9 Luke 19:11 Isaiah 50:4-9 Jeremiah 31:31-33 Hosea 6:1-2 Isaiah 53:1-12 Hebrews 12:1-2 SERMON MESSAGE Pa…

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Choosing the Cross | Breaking Chains Week 6 7:15

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Life often feels like a series of patterns—some healthy, some harmful. During this Lenten season, we take a deep dive into the things that bind us, hold us back, and keep us from experiencing the fullness of life in Jesus. As we walk toward the cross, we’ll uncover the chains that sin creates and embrace the freedom, healing, and abundant life offe…

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Life After Death 23:26

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WORD OF ASSURANCE Let go of your fears. God has forgiven you and offered to you God’s healing love. Accept this free gift, for it is given for you through Jesus Christ our Lord. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 12:1-9 Isaiah 43:16-21 Philippians 3:4-14 Romans 8:1-4 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC

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Defined by Grace, Not Shame | Breaking Chains Week 5 6:56

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Life often feels like a series of patterns—some healthy, some harmful. During this Lenten season, we take a deep dive into the things that bind us, hold us back, and keep us from experiencing the fullness of life in Jesus. As we walk toward the cross, we’ll uncover the chains that sin creates and embrace the freedom, healing, and abundant life offe…

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Persevering for the Promise | Breaking Chains Week 4 6:27

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Life often feels like a series of patterns—some healthy, some harmful. During this Lenten season, we take a deep dive into the things that bind us, hold us back, and keep us from experiencing the fullness of life in Jesus. As we walk toward the cross, we’ll uncover the chains that sin creates and embrace the freedom, healing, and abundant life offe…

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Serve GOD Only 21:58

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WORD OF ASSURANCE You are given another chance! God has heard your cries. Turn again to the Lord. Find comfort and strength in God’s eternal love for you. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 13:1-9 Isaiah 5:1-7 Matthew 6:1-21 Isaiah 58:1-11 Romans 5:1-11 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC

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Tearing Down False Idols | Breaking Chains Week 3 13:17

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Life often feels like a series of patterns—some healthy, some harmful. During this Lenten season, we take a deep dive into the things that bind us, hold us back, and keep us from experiencing the fullness of life in Jesus. As we walk toward the cross, we’ll uncover the chains that sin creates and embrace the freedom, healing, and abundant life offe…

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The Prodigal Son 19:20

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WORD OF ASSURANCE Do not be afraid to look inside to see those things which are holding you back from being who God created you to be. Place your trust in God who is always with you, loving you into wholeness. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 15:11-32 Ezekiel 33:11 Matthew 11:28-30 Joshua 1:9 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Stepping into the Light | Breaking Chains Week 2 8:02

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Life often feels like a series of patterns—some healthy, some harmful. During this Lenten season, we take a deep dive into the things that bind us, hold us back, and keep us from experiencing the fullness of life in Jesus. As we walk toward the cross, we’ll uncover the chains that sin creates and embrace the freedom, healing, and abundant life offe…

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Freedom for Life to the Fullest | Breaking Chains Week 1 11:10

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Life often feels like a series of patterns—some healthy, some harmful. During this Lenten season, we take a deep dive into the things that bind us, hold us back, and keep us from experiencing the fullness of life in Jesus. As we walk toward the cross, we’ll uncover the chains that sin creates and embrace the freedom, healing, and abundant life offe…

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Ash Wednesday 17:16

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Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a 40-day period of fasting, prayer, and penance observed by Christians as a time of preparation for Easter. Beginning with the imposition of ashes on the foreheads, that symbolizes our own mortality and repentance before God. The practice is a powerful, tangible reminder of the need for humility, reflectio…

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The Will of God 24:13

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WORD OF ASSURANCE Listen to Jesus. He will guide and care for you. Place your trust in him, for he is God’s chosen, God’s beloved. His ways are the ways of peace and hope. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 6:24-40 Hebrews 10:23-25 1 Thessalonians 5:14-24 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC

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"Nobody Knows the Trouble I've Seen." | Songs of Freedom Week 3 15:50

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Welcome to our series: "Songs of Freedom: African American Spirituals as the Heartbeat of Faith." Spirituals offer hope, resilience, and deep trust in God through the hardest of times. Songs that gave voice to faith, struggle, and liberation. These melodies remind us that even in darkness, God’s light shines through. It is our prayer that you will …

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Beatitudes / Prophecy 42:48

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WORD OF ASSURANCE God looks at us in our brokenness, and offers blessings to all who turn to the Lord. With the assurance of God’s faithful love, choose this day to be people of blessing. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 6:17-49 Daniel 9:26 Ezekiel 38:1-11 Psalms 83:1-4 Zechariah 14:1-8 Joel 3:1-21 Revelation 10:7 Revelation 11 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny…

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"Wade In The Water" | Songs of Freedom Week 2 13:43

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Welcome to our series: "Songs of Freedom: African American Spirituals as the Heartbeat of Faith." Spirituals offer hope, resilience, and deep trust in God through the hardest of times. Songs that gave voice to faith, struggle, and liberation. These melodies remind us that even in darkness, God’s light shines through. It is our prayer that you will …

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"Swing Low Sweet Chariot" | Songs of Freedom Week 1 14:18

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Welcome to our series: "Songs of Freedom: African American Spirituals as the Heartbeat of Faith." Spirituals offer hope, resilience, and deep trust in God through the hardest of times. Songs that gave voice to faith, struggle, and liberation. These melodies remind us that even in darkness, God’s light shines through. It is our prayer that you will …

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Fishers of Men 21:22

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WORD OF ASSURANCE The grace of God has molded us throughout our lives and will continue to do so until our final breath. God’s grace is never in vain. Even as God embraces our past, God moves us into the future—a future filled with hope, and the fulfillment of dreams. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 5:1-11 Isaiah 6:1-13 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 1 Corinthian…

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Healing Forward | "We're Sorry" - The Church Week 5 11:54

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The church has, at times, been a source of pain rather than healing for many. “We’re Sorry” is a series of repentance, truth-telling, and a commitment to change. Each week, we will confront areas where the church has caused harm and seek the transformative power of God’s love to heal these wounds. Together, we will explore how to become the church …

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Not Accepted: The Rest of the Story 30:12

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WORD OF ASSURANCE Even before we were born, God knew us. God has always been with us. Place your trust in God's presence and forgiving love. Rejoice! In the name of Jesus Christ, we all are forgiven! SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 4:21-30 1 Kings 17 2 Kings 5 Luke 4:31-44 John 15:16-27 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Bigotry | "We're Sorry" - The Church Week 4 12:00

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The church has, at times, been a source of pain rather than healing for many. “We’re Sorry” is a series of repentance, truth-telling, and a commitment to change. Each week, we will confront areas where the church has caused harm and seek the transformative power of God’s love to heal these wounds. Together, we will explore how to become the church …

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Scripture Fulfilled 19:42

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WORD OF ASSURANCE Do not be afraid. God is with you! That is good news. You do not have to go through life alone, wondering if anyone cares about you or knows your heart. God knows and God loves you. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 4:14-21 Isaiah 61:1-3 John 14:15-27 Matthew 5:1-14 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Christian Nationalism | "We're sorry." - The Church Week 3 10:38

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The church has, at times, been a source of pain rather than healing for many. “We’re Sorry” is a series of repentance, truth-telling, and a commitment to change. Each week, we will confront areas where the church has caused harm and seek the transformative power of God’s love to heal these wounds. Together, we will explore how to become the church …

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Watchman on the Wall 22:02

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WORD OF ASSURANCE God's love is continually poured out for us. Drink from the cup of forgiveness and compassion, dear ones. In Jesus' Name, we are forgiven! SCRIPTURE REFERENCES John 3:25-36 Isaiah 62:6-8 Ezekiel 3:16-20 Isaiah 45:18-22 Philippians 2:8-11 Isaiah 46:10 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny Teague…

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Harmful Theology | "We're Sorry" - The Church Week 2 8:44

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The church has, at times, been a source of pain rather than healing for many. “We’re Sorry” is a series of repentance, truth-telling, and a commitment to change. Each week, we will confront areas where the church has caused harm and seek the transformative power of God’s love to heal these wounds. Together, we will explore how to become the church …

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"We need to apologize." - The Church | Podcast Conversation 28:43

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The church has, at times, been a source of pain rather than healing for many. “We’re Sorry” is a series of repentance, truth-telling, and a commitment to change. Each week, we will confront areas where the church has caused harm and seek the transformative power of God’s love to heal these wounds. Together, we will explore how to become the church …

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It Is Written 15:04

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WORD OF ASSURANCE You are known and loved by the Creator. You are marked as God's chosen ones to bring hope and peace to others. Be at peace and live in hope. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Matthew 4:1-11 Matthew 6:25-34 Romans 8:15-26 John 16:33 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC

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Healing The Church | "We're sorry" -The Church Week 1 11:35

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The church has, at times, been a source of pain rather than healing for many. “We’re Sorry” is a series of repentance, truth-telling, and a commitment to change. Each week, we will confront areas where the church has caused harm and seek the transformative power of God’s love to heal these wounds. Together, we will explore how to become the church …

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You are my Beloved | Baptism of the Lord 16:23

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Though John’s baptism was one of repentance from sin, Jesus submitted to the ritual as a way of standing with us, claiming there was no limit to God’s overwhelming love. It would be a most appropriate celebration of this event by sharing corporately in an act of remembrance of baptism for the whole congregation. Know you are a beloved child of God.…

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A New Day 30:21

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WORD OF ASSURANCE May God bless you with transformation, because together we have encountered the incarnate Christ who makes a home among us and sends us home never to be the same again. SCRIPTURE REFERENCES Luke 2:20-35 John 1:1-14 Romans 5:1-19 Colossians 3:12-17 SERMON MESSAGE Pastor Kenny TeagueBy Grenola UMC