Bozeman United Methodist Church Sermon Podcast

This week on "A Holy Waste of Time," we dive into what might be the hardest part of truly resting: silence. In a world that glorifies busyness and noise, sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is pause, quiet our mouths and minds, and simply listen. Pastor Zach shares honestly about the struggle to sit in silence and invites us into the sacred practice of making space for God, ourse...

A Holy Waste of Time: Permission to Pause Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:9-13 In a world that worships productivity, what if the most faithful thing you can do this week is... nothing? In this episode, Pastor Zach Bechtold invites us to take a deep breath and rediscover the holiness of rest. Building on the series  A Holy Waste of Time , this sermon explores how our culture has twisted Sabbath into som...

A Holy Waste of Time: "We Don't Waste Time Anymore" Sermon by Rin Sterns | Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:12-15 In this compelling message, Youth Director Rin Sterns invites us to rethink how we spend our time—and what it means to truly rest. Preaching from Deuteronomy 5:12-15, Rin explores the gift of Sabbath not as a burden or luxury, but as a sacred rhythm of restoration. In a world tha...

Sermon: The Holy Spirit Scripture: Acts 2:1-15 In the final installment of  The Third Day  series, we arrive at Pentecost—a day of wind, fire, and holy disruption. What began in resurrection now ignites into movement as the Holy Spirit descends, pushing the disciples from waiting to witnessing. Pastor Zach Bechtold invites us to hear this familiar story with fresh ears and ask ourselves:  What is...

Podcast Title :  The Third Day: Emmaus Scripture : Luke 24:13–35 Episode Description : On the very day of resurrection, two disciples walked a dusty road toward Emmaus, burdened by grief and lost hope. They didn’t recognize the stranger who joined them—but we know it was Jesus. In this powerful story from Luke’s Gospel, we explore what it means for Christ to walk with us unseen, to speak truth int...

Podcast Title:   The Third Day Episode Title:   Thomas Scripture:  John 20:24–29 Episode Description: In this week’s episode of  The Third Day , we continue our journey through the resurrection stories by walking alongside Thomas—the disciple so often reduced to a nickname: “Doubting Thomas.” But what if his story is less about doubt and more about honesty, yearning, and the deep human need for pe...

Sermon Series: The Third Day Sermon: Simon Peter Scripture: John 21:15-19 In this episode of  The Third Day  sermon series, we journey with Simon Peter as he encounters the risen Christ on the shoreline. After denial, doubt, and disappointment, Peter is met not with condemnation, but with breakfast, grace, and a call:  Do you love me? Feed my sheep.  Through this tender moment of restoration, we d...

Sermon Series: The Third Day Sermon: Mary Magdalene Pastor Mari-Emilie Anderson In this episode, we explore the powerful encounter between Mary Magdalene and the risen Jesus, inspired by John 20:11-18 and insights from Tom Berlin’s  The Third Day . As the first witness to the resurrection, Mary’s story is one of grief, hope, and transformation. We'll reflect on her deep love for Jesus, the pai...

Sermon Series: The Beginner’s Guide to the Good News Sermon: The Empty Tomb Scripture: Mark 16:1-8 Pastor Zach Bechtold Episode Description: Happy Easter! Christ is Risen! Today we reach the heart of our faith—the Good News that changes everything. In this Easter Sunday message, Pastor Zach Bechtold leads us through Mark 16:1-8, the original ending of Mark’s Gospel, where the story doesn’t conclud...

Episode Title:  The Beginner’s Guide to the Good News: Shouts of Hosanna Scripture:  Mark 11:1-11 Series:  The Beginner’s Guide to the Good News Preacher:  Rev. Zach Bechtold Church:  Bozeman UMC Episode Description: This Palm Sunday, we wave our palms and shout  Hosanna! —but what are we really saying? In this episode of  The Beginner’s Guide to the Good News , Pastor Zach Bechtold walks us throu...

Series:The Beginner’s Guide to the Good News Sermon: The Tenants Scripture: Mark 12:1-12 In this episode of *The Beginner’s Guide to the Good News*, we explore Jesus’ parable of the tenants in the vineyard. While it’s easy to see others as the problem, this story challenges us to look in the mirror. Have we, like the tenants, held too tightly to power and control? Have we caused harm instead of of...

Sermon Series: The Beginners Guide to the Good News Sermon: Authentic Discipleship Scripture: Mark 8:27-9:1 As we reach the midpoint of our Lenten journey through the Gospel of Mark, Jesus asks a question that still echoes in our souls today:  “Who do you say I am?”  In this episode, Pastor Zach Bechtold unpacks this pivotal moment where the disciples begin to grasp Jesus’ identity as the Christ—o...

Sermon Series: The Beginners Guide to the Good News Sermon: Reaching Out Scripture: Mark 5:24-34 As we continue our Lenten journey in  A Beginner’s Guide to the Good News , we encounter two powerful stories of healing and hope from Mark 5. This week, Pastor Zach explores the faith of a desperate father and a woman who dares to reach out in hope. Their stories remind us that the Good News is rooted...

Sermon Series: The Beginners Guide to the Good News Sermon: The Beginning of the Good News Scripture: Mark1:1-12 Lent is a season of reflection, renewal, and returning to the heart of our faith. This year, we’re journeying through the Gospel of Mark—the fast-paced, no-frills account of Jesus' life and ministry. Mark doesn’t waste time, and neither will we! For the next 40 days, we’ll explore w...

Sermon Series: Radicle Methodism Sermon: The Flowers and The Spoils Scripture: Romans 11:11-16 In this episode of the "Radicle Methodism" series, Pastor Mari-Emilie dives into Romans 11:11-16, exploring how the Methodist movement has both flourished and faltered throughout history. "The Flowers and the Spoils" examines how our roots in faith have sprouted beautiful expressions...

Sermon Series: Radicle Methodism Sermon: The Rooted Connection Scripture: 4:10-20 In the second week of the  Radicle Methodism  series, Pastor Zach Bechtold continues to explore the deep, transformative roots of the Methodist movement. From Charles and John Wesley’s Holy Club at Oxford to the growth of Methodism in the American colonies, we look back at the radical love and community-building that...

Sermon Series: Radicle Methodism Sermon: The Roots and The Radicle Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19 What if the roots of Methodism weren’t just theological—but revolutionary? In this episode, Pastor Zach Bechtold kicks off a new series,  Radicle Methodism , exploring the very beginnings of the Methodist movement and what it truly means to be rooted in faith lived out loud. From the humble Holy Club at...

Grace and Peace Bozeman United Methodist Church, Why do bad things happen to good people? It’s a question we’ve all asked, especially in moments of struggle. As a pastor, I don’t have all the answers, but I do know that God meets us in our pain, walking with us through the valleys. Even in the hardest times, we can find strength, hope, and the promise that we’re never alone. Let’s asking the big q...

Grace and Peace Bozeman United Methodist Church, Join us this week as Methodists across the Gallatin Valley: Sundays at 9:30am at Bozeman UMC and Online at bozemanumc.org.

Grace and Peace Bozeman United Methodist Church, Join us this week as Methodists across the Gallatin Valley: Sundays at 9:30am at Bozeman UMC and Online at bozemanumc.org.

Join us at Bozeman United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 27th, for Mission Sunday! Let’s come together to celebrate a year of service and community. We’ll reflect on our recent mission work and share in fellowship together. As a part of the "Spirituality of Giving" sermon series, we’re asking everyone to bring H.U.G.S.S. donations for our winter clothing drive for Hays-Lodgepole schools. Plea...

Grace and Peace Bozeman United Methodist Church, In Romans 12:9-17, we’re reminded to let our love be genuine, to serve one another with joy, and to use our unique gifts for the greater good. Each of us has been blessed with talents and abilities—let's be good stewards of those gifts! Whether it's through acts of kindness, sharing our skills, or simply being a source of encouragement, every small...

Grace and Peace Bozeman United Methodist Church, Stewardship is more than just what we give—it’s how we live. 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 reminds us that God has blessed each of us with unique gifts. As we offer our prayers, presence, gifts, service, and witness, we build up the Body of Christ and bring love to life in our world. How are you using your gifts today? Join us this week as Methodists across...

Grace and Peace Bozeman United Methodist Church, Embracing a life of grace and love, just as Ephesians 4:31-5:2 calls us to! Letting go of bitterness and choosing kindness brings us closer to the heart of God. In "Present Over Perfect," the idea of "throwing candy" reminds us to sprinkle joy and compassion wherever we go. Let’s focus on being present with one another, offering forgiveness and love...

Grace and Peace Bozeman United Methodist Church, Join us this week as Methodists across the Gallatin Valley: Sundays at 9:30am at Bozeman UMC and Online at bozemanumc.org.