Simply Sermons Podcast

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us!

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Let's go on a road trip! As FUMCR folks embark on trips of our own to welcome, grow, and serve, we're diving into different journeys in our scriptures. We'll discover together how to walk with Christ, no matter where our paths may lead. We can't wait to see where God takes us! Road Trip | Rev. Julia Castleman | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

In this sermon, Pastor Clayton uses John 15:12-17 to highlight how Jesus models friendship for us by modeling commitment over convenience and compassion over competition. Jesus' approach to friendship redefines our capacity for connection, emphasizing Christ-like love and inclusivity in all relationships. Standalone Sermon | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

In this sermon, Pastor Allison uses John 15:12-17 to highlight how Jesus models friendship for us by modeling commitment over convenience and compassion over competition. Jesus' approach to friendship redefines our capacity for connection, emphasizing Christ-like love and inclusivity in all relationships. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

In this sermon, Pastor Clayton highlights the profound importance of community and shared experiences in spiritual growth and healing. He explores the comfort God provides through Scripture, particularly in 2 Corinthians 1:3-7, and how the church, like an aqueduct, channels this divine comfort to others. He emphasizes the transformative power of shared suffering, which fosters shared strength, and...

In this sermon, Pastor Clayton highlights the story of Moses and the courageous actions of three women—Jacobed, Miriam, and Pharaoh's daughter—emphasizing the courage, faith, and vital contributions of women in scripture and society. May we always celebrate and appreciate the nurturing, leadership, and faith-filled roles of the women (who may be mothers or mother-figures) in our lives. Standalone...

In this sermon, Pastor Allison highlights the story of Moses and the courageous actions of three women—Jacobed, Miriam, and Pharaoh's daughter—emphasizing the courage, faith, and vital contributions of women in scripture and society. May we always celebrate and appreciate the nurturing, leadership, and faith-filled roles of the women (who may be mothers or mother-figures) in our lives. Standalone...

Even when we grow weary, we remember that God holds the future, and we celebrate the next generation of Christ-followers who can share his love and good news. Standalone Sermon | Dr. Clayton Oliphint & Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

In this worship service, Pastor Cheryl helps us remember our great commissioning from God and how we choose to live out that mission affects those around us. May you be encouraged to change your life and those around you through love, inclusion and the ongoing effort to engage with your community and share the grace of God with all you meet. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Cheryl Bishop | First United Me...

In this worship service, Pastor Allison helps us remember our great commissioning from God and how we choose to live out that mission affects those around us. May you be encouraged to change your life and those around you through love, inclusion and the ongoing effort to engage with your community and share the grace of God with all you meet. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Me...

In this special Easter worship service, we're sitting with one of the biggest questions of faith: "Is resurrection real?" Pastor Clayton shares a thoughtful and hope-filled message about what resurrection means—not just in the Easter story, but in our everyday lives. Please join us for a time of reflection as we explore this powerful mystery together.  Wrestling with Doubt | Dr. Clayton Oliphint |...

In this special Easter worship service, we're sitting with one of the biggest questions of faith: "Is resurrection real?" Pastor Allison shares a thoughtful and hope-filled message about what resurrection means—not just in the Easter story, but in our everyday lives. Please join us for a time of music, scripture, prayer, and reflection as we explore this powerful mystery together. Wrestling with D...

Certainty is virtually impossible, and the Bible is full of people who doubt. Doubt is a path to deeper faith, yet if we hang onto doubt, it will paralyze us. So we look to deepen our faith by examining difficult questions, and we implore the prayer from Mark 9:22-24 - "Lord I believe, help my unbelief." Wrestling with Doubt | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Certainty is virtually impossible, and the Bible is full of people who doubt. Doubt is a path to deeper faith, yet if we hang onto doubt, it will paralyze us. So we look to deepen our faith by examining difficult questions, and we implore the prayer from Mark 9:22-24 - "Lord I believe, help my unbelief." Wrestling with Doubt | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Certainty is virtually impossible, and the Bible is full of people who doubt. Doubt is a path to deeper faith, yet if we hang onto doubt, it will paralyze us. So we look to deepen our faith by examining difficult questions, and we implore the prayer from Mark 9:22-24 - "Lord I believe, help my unbelief." Wrestling with Doubt | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson

Certainty is virtually impossible, and the Bible is full of people who doubt. Doubt is a path to deeper faith, yet if we hang onto doubt, it will paralyze us. So we look to deepen our faith by examining difficult questions, and we implore the prayer from Mark 9:22-24 - "Lord I believe, help my unbelief." Wrestling with Doubt | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson