John Ed Mathison
Daily Got a Minute Message with John Ed
In each episode of “Got a Minute,” retired Methodist minister John Ed Mathison will share a small piece of wisdom to help you through your day.
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Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
Are You Working, or Just Pretending? 01.09.2025 0:57
Let me suggest that when you go to work every day, go with the attitude of doing excellent work and not just making a living, but making a difference.
The Better Part of a Lifetime 29.08.2025 0:56
Two friends have exchanged the same birthday card since 1944 simply to bring each other joy. Small acts of kindness can make a big difference in the lives of others.
In Training for What Matters Most 28.08.2025 0:59
Just as air traffic control needs more skilled workers, our world needs more people guiding others toward God’s plan and offering direction for both this life and eternity.
Checkmate for a Cause 27.08.2025 0:58
Two young chess champions used their winnings to help fight an incurable disease—proving that true victory comes from putting others first.
When Conflict Takes Flight 26.08.2025 0:58
A lawsuit over a low-flying Blue Angels show raises the question—could sitting down and talking save more time, money, and peace than heading to court?
Preserving What Matters Most 25.08.2025 0:58
When a model railway was saved from dismantling, it became a reminder to preserve life’s greatest values—faith, hope, love, and kindness.
Bringing Out Faith, Not Fear 22.08.2025 0:56
A haunted house uses fear to torment visitors, but what our communities really need is faith that frees and lifts people up. Imagine a world where we bring out the best in each other.
Finding What Was Lost 21.08.2025 0:56
Zack found trophies in a thrift shop and helped Phoebe recover what mattered most. Sometimes people lose hope, faith, or purpose. Be the one who helps them find it again.
More Than Puppets 20.08.2025 0:58
A small town uses dolls to fill empty streets, but puppets can never replace real people. Be someone who truly cares and connects.
Real Voices, Real Connections 19.08.2025 0:57
People want to hear from real people, not robots. Meaningful connection and good advice come from genuine relationships. Be that person today.
The World’s Smallest Violin and a Bigger Purpose 18.08.2025 0:58
Scientists made the tiniest violin ever, but I’d rather focus on creating something that brings joy and shares God’s Good News. What are you creating with your time and energy?
An 11-Year-Old’s Big Heart 15.08.2025 0:57
After 30 years of service, Bob Hesselberg was surprised by an 11-year-old who raised $6,000 to thank him. Who might God be calling you to appreciate today?
Confess and Correct 14.08.2025 0:58
Excuses don’t fix mistakes. When we confess and seek forgiveness, God can help us grow and move forward.
Don’t Chase the Wrong Thing 13.08.2025 0:59
When you drop something in life, evaluate and see if it’s really worth pursuing if it’s in a dangerous situation. It may just be a time to re-evaluate what’s really important.
Christina’s Corner 12.08.2025 0:59
What do you and I need to do differently today to meet a need of somebody who might or might not have challenging disabilities? Be creatively open to making a difference in somebody’s life.
Faith Over Fear 11.08.2025 0:58
We can be anxious and worried, or we can trust and know the freedom of following God’s will. The choice is yours.
Finding Your Voice 08.08.2025 0:57
Today, some friends are helping him with the goal of getting to see himself as a sober guy. How do you see yourself?
God’s Unexpected Favors 07.08.2025 0:57
Be open to how God is going to do something that you didn’t expect. Always be open to that possibility and always be ready to give thanks.
Thou Shalt Not Steal 06.08.2025 0:57
Morality and ethical behaviors are based on both understanding and practice of those Commandments. Please don’t break one, and certainly please don’t steal one. Just live it out.
Joy in the Hard Places 05.08.2025 0:58
Jesus Christ wants to live in and through us and that’s the most effective way to live.
165 Lives and One Brave Swimmer 04.08.2025 0:57
Don’t sell yourself short. Get in the rough waters today and help rescue people.
Dogs per Mile 01.08.2025 0:59
What’s your strategy for competing for something worth completing and making it as pleasant as possible?
An Unexpected Assignment 31.07.2025 0:59
Be careful of who God might put in your path today and how you will respond to them.
Getting Fit for God 30.07.2025 0:57
Prayer, Bible study, discipleship, worship—all of these are for everybody and each of them is directly applied to our readiness to be effective in God’s army. It’s time for God’s people to get fit.
Running the Race 29.07.2025 0:56
I’m not saying that it will continue either in running or other areas of life, but we all need to be trained and ready to move forward in the future.
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