Nuts & Voeltz of the Bible w/ Pastor Travis Voeltz

Darin was at a crossroads. Alcohol was running his life, and a change had to happen. This is part 2 of Darin's journey. Part 1 of Darin's story is available in the archives. Darin is a member of the Jamestown United Methodist Church of which Pastor Travis is the Pastor of Discipleship. #JmstFUMC #Jesus #God

Alcohol and negative choices were heavy in Darin's life, and he needed help. This is part 1 of how God changed Darin's life.

Maybe you feel anxious about your ability to measure up to impossible standards, or anxious about your ability to perform, or how you will be perceived and judged by others. Maybe you are anxious about possibly missing out, or anxious for yourself, or for ones you love, or for today, for tomorrow, and for years to come.  #JmstFUMC #Life #Bible #theology  @jamestownfirstunitedmethod503 

"Be true to myself." I hear and see it often. Should I? #Jesus #God #HolySpirit

Most have heard the old saying, "follow your heart." I myself have heard, said, and followed that advice in my life at times. Is it always the best road to take? Listen as I put that age old advice to the test. #Jesus #Bible #Podcast

What is Love? That is among the most asked questions. Pastor Travis looks to answer that question based on truth.

Do you like being lied to? … Of course not, nobody does. When we’re lied to, hurt always follows. Sometimes the hurt is immediate, and at other times the hurt develops over time. The latter is what I am discussing today. 

The highest perfection which man can attain, while the soul dwells in the body, does not exclude ignorance, and error, and a thousand other infirmities. Now, from wrong judgments, wrong words and actions will often necessarily flow: And, in some cases, wrong affections also may spring from the same source. I may judge wrong of you: I may think more or less highly of you than I ought to think; and...

Looking to satisfy your soul? How, and from where, does true satisfaction come? #God #Jesus #HolySpirit #Soul #Satisfaction #JmstFUMC

What do you treasure in your life?

We all experience obstacles in life and we usually have just three options on how to handle them. However, Mark 11:22-24 offers a fourth choice.

 Chances are, you’re an expert on the fact that life-is-hard… The good news however, is found right there to start out Hebrews 12:2—fix your eyes on Jesus… And why do that? 

Do you want to be blessed? Would being blessed improve your attitude? Pastor Travis discussed the "Be-attitudes" from Matthew 5:1-12 and how they can improve your attitude and how attitude can improve your life.

Don’t let anyone capture you with empty philosophies and high-sounding nonsense that come from human thinking and from the spiritual powers of this world, rather than from Christ. Colossians 2:8 This passage from the Bible really speaks to me… In today’s world, many people are taken captive by "hollow and deceptive philosophy". You often hear about this with young students who attend secular unive...

In this powerful message, we explore the journey of faith through the lens of King David's ascension to the throne at age 30. The story invites us to reflect on our own lives at that pivotal age and compare them to David's readiness for leadership. We're challenged to consider how God's timing often differs from our own expectations. The speaker's personal struggles at 30 highlight the common huma...

In today's exploration, we delve into the deceptive nature of appearances and how they relate to our spiritual journey. Just as Bolton Ammy's seemingly calm waters hide deadly dangers, we're reminded of life's hidden pitfalls. This parallels Jesus' warnings about false prophets who appear as sheep but are inwardly ravenous wolves (Matthew 7:15). We're encouraged to cultivate awareness of our perso...

The episode explores themes of faith, belief, and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit as depicted in Acts 5:12-16. Pastor Travis begins with a personal childhood anecdote about being trapped in a dog kennel to illustrate the concept of being stuck in one's own form of captivity—symbolizing sin and disbelief. This story sets the stage for a discussion of the early church in Acts, where the...

In this podcast episode, Pastor Travis shares insights on personal transformation and growth, using relatable anecdotes and references to popular culture. He discusses the importance of moving beyond selfishness, drawing parallels to the story of the Apostle Paul and his transformative encounter. The episode encourages listeners to embrace new beginnings, live with purpose, and share their experie...