Les meilleurs podcasts FUMC (2025)

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The Sun Will Rise Series, Sermon 1 | Rev. Andrew Chappell 22:34

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Revelation 1:4-8 - Greetings and Doxology John, To the seven churches in the province of Asia: Grace and peace to you from him who is, and who was, and who is to come, and from the seven spirits before his throne, and from Jesus Christ, who is the faithful witness, the firstborn from the dead, and the ruler of the kings of the earth. To him who lov…

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April 27th (Easter Sunday), 2025 - "Mitigated Disaster!" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 18:40

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Luke 24:36-53 God took our worst disaster and turned it into our greatest hope. Not only did the disaster have no power; the mitigation of the resurrection transformed our world into something so much better – a life where we are saved by and can follow Jesus Christ!Par First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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April 13th, 2025 - "Mitigated Disaster: Disaster Is Here!" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 18:21

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Luke 23:13-25, 44-46 On this Palm Sunday, we often kick off our service with the celebration of the people shouting Hosanna. But shortly after that, many of those same people will be shouting “Crucify him! Crucify him!” That thunderous crowd calling down judgment on Jesus is the true storm of disaster. The crucifixion that follows is the destructio…

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Everything Has Changed | Rev. Andrew Chappell 23:18

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John 20: 1-18 - The Empty Tomb Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. So she came running to Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one Jesus loved, and said, “They have taken the Lord out of the tomb, and we don’t know where they have …

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April 6th, 2025 - "Mitigated Disaster: Recovery" - Johnna Kosnoff 23:40

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Luke 13:10-17; 18:1-8 Recovery can be very long. It can take years or decades in some cases. Often, the most vulnerable among us suffer the longest. In the story of the bent over woman, we see a woman finally recovered after 18 years. In the story of the persistent widow, she keeps screaming at injustice until she sees an end. Recovery requires per…

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March 30th, 2025 - "Mitigated Disaster: Response" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 20:57

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Luke 10:25-37 When disaster hits, it is time to ignore those divisions among us and help our neighbors, beyond barriers and whatever the cost. The Good Samaritan models for us how to do that beautifully.Par First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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The Cost: The Peace of Heaven | Rev. Andrew Chappell 22:16

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Luke 19:28-40 - Jesus Comes to Jerusalem as King After Jesus had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. As he approached Bethphage and Bethany at the hill called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, saying to them, “Go to the village ahead of you, and as you enter it, you will find a colt tied there, which no one has ever…

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March 23rd, 2025 - "Mitigated Disaster: Preparation" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 27:28

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Luke 6:27-38 Some disasters are difficult to avert, but we can take away some of the destruction by practicing and learning how to recover in advance of that disaster. For a life of faith, practicing love of all (including our enemies), generosity, all the things recounted in this description of the children of God helps us navigate life when thing…

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The Cost of Discipleship: Responsibility | Rev. Lisa Dempsey 19:09

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Luke 19:11-27 - The Parable of the Ten Minas While they were listening to this, he went on to tell them a parable, because he was near Jerusalem and the people thought that the kingdom of God was going to appear at once. He said: “A man of noble birth went to a distant country to have himself appointed king and then to return. So he called ten of h…

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The Cost of Discipleship: Loss | Rev. Andrew Chappell 22:26

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Luke 18:18-34 - The Rich and the Kingdom of God A certain ruler asked him, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. You know the commandments: ‘You shall not commit adultery, you shall not murder, you shall not steal, you shall not give false testimony, hono…

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March 16th, 2025 - "Mitigated Disaster: Mitigation" - Rev. Dr. T. Ray Wheeler 19:34

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Luke 6:46-49 Some disasters never happen because we do the work in advance to stop them. Build your house on solid ground and watch it withstand the coming flood. Faith helps us reframe what could have been a disaster into a moment of strength and endurance.Par First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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The Cost of Discipleship: Humility | Rev. Andrew Chappell 15:29

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Luke 18:9-14 - The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everyone else, Jesus told this parable: “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood by himself and prayed: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other p…

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March 9th, 2025 - "Mitigated Disaster: Disaster Is Coming!" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 18:31

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Luke 4:1-13 The temptation in Luke involves the Devil trying to mislead Jesus into different (ultimately disastrous) possibilities. Jesus is prepared to keep the Devil at bay. But the passage also ends with these ominous words: “After finishing every temptation, the devil departed from him until the next opportunity.” Disaster may have been averted…

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The Cost of Discipleship: Forgiveness | Rev. Andrew Chappell 21:26

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Luke 17:1-10 - Sin, Faith, Duty Jesus said to his disciples: “Things that cause people to stumble are bound to come, but woe to anyone through whom they come. It would be better for them to be thrown into the sea with a millstone tied around their neck than to cause one of these little ones to stumble. So watch yourselves. “If your brother or siste…

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The Cost of Discipleship | Rev. Andrew Chappell 21:31

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Luke 13:10-17 Jesus Heals a Crippled Woman on the Sabbath On a Sabbath Jesus was teaching in one of the synagogues, and a woman was there who had been crippled by a spirit for eighteen years. She was bent over and could not straighten up at all. When Jesus saw her, he called her forward and said to her, “Woman, you are set free from your infirmity.…

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March 2nd, 2025 - "When 2x5 = 5000 +" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 21:21

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Exodus 1:15-20 The story of Shiphrah and Puah show two women who were willing to do what God wants instead of what Pharaoh wants. As a result, the Israelites multiply and become stronger. What does God ask of us? To bring 10% of what we have to him. Imagine if we all actually did that? We would not have any issues of funding in our church. None. Bu…

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The Way of the Cross | Rev. Andrew Chappell 17:32

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Luke 9:28-36 The Transfiguration About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a mountain to pray. As he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became as bright as a flash of lightning. Two men, Moses and Elijah, appeared in glorious splendor, talking with Jesus. They spoke…

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February 23rd, 2025 - "Obeying God and Not Pharaoh" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 18:46

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Exodus 1:15-20 The story of Shiphrah and Puah shows two women who were willing to do what God wants instead of what Pharaoh wants. As a result, the Israelites multiply and become stronger. What does God ask of us? To bring 10% of what we have to him. Imagine if we all actually did that? We would not have any issues of funding in our church. None. B…

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Isaiah 43:1-7 | Rev. Andrew Chappell 19:25

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Isaiah 43:1-7 | Israel’s Only Savior But now, this is what the Lord says— he who created you, Jacob, he who formed you, Israel: “Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have summoned you by name; you are mine. When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk thro…

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February 16th, 2025 - "Just a Mite More" - Rev. Dr. T. Ray Wheeler 13:54

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Luke 21: 1-4 This passage, where the widow woman gives such a small amount but catches the attention of Jesus for her generosity, will allow us to explore the potential small increases when collected together. What if we gave $2 more a week? $20 more a week? $200 more a month?Par First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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February 9th, 2025 - "2x2: The Miracle of Multiplication" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 17:50

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Genesis 6:17-22; Genesis 8:14-22 This sermon will introduce the stewardship emphasis in 2025, and how the pairs of animals will multiply and fill all the earth. But with such precious and limited cargo, why does Noah sacrifice animals first thing off the boat? Perhaps there is a lesson in trusting God.…

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Reversal of the Blessed | Rev. Connor Bell 17:12

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Luke 6:17-26, Blessings and Woes He went down with them and stood on a level place. A large crowd of his disciples was there and a great number of people from all over Judea, from Jerusalem, and from the coastal region around Tyre and Sidon, who had come to hear him and to be healed of their diseases. Those troubled by impure spirits were cured, an…

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February 2nd, 2025 - "Epiphany Scripture Surprises: When We See Trees Walking" - Rev. Dr. T. Ray Wheeler 12:31

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Mark 8:22-26 This story really puzzled me as a teenager when I stumbled onto it. Why did it take a repeated touch by Jesus for the blind man to see clearly? Did Jesus just not quite get it done the first time? Was it lack of faith on the part of the blind man? Or is there a deeper meaning we can glean from this strange “trees walking” tale of a dou…

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January 26th, 2025 - "Epiphany Scripture Surprises: Love Changes Everything - Even Scripture" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 16:38

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Leviticus 14:1-9 Sharing a story of raising a child with a skin disease, Pastor Michelle shares how Leviticus turned from a book of harsh laws to a handbook for inclusive communal life. See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonvillePar First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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Don't Let Me Forget to Follow | Rev. Andrew Chappell 19:52

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Luke 5:1-11, Jesus Calls His First Disciples One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, the people were crowding around him and listening to the word of God. He saw at the water’s edge two boats, left there by the fishermen, who were washing their nets. He got into one of the boats, the one belonging to Simon, and asked him to put out…

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January 19th, 2025 - "Epiphany Scripture Surprises: Decisions That Change Everything" - Ms. Angie Barrington 15:09

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Mark 5:25-34 We make thousands of decisions each and every day. This Sunday, Angela Barrington shares how an encounter with the bleeding woman in Mark led to a decision that changed everything. See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonvillePar First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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January 19th, 2025 - "Epiphany Scripture Surprises: Rations" - Ms. Brooke Tilley 12:50

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Matthew 15:29-37 See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonvillePar First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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Don't Let Me Forget The Cost | Rev. Andrew Chappell 17:06

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Luke 4:21-30 He began by saying to them, “Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his lips. “Isn’t this Joseph’s son?” they asked. Jesus said to them, “Surely you will quote this proverb to me: ‘Physician, heal yourself!’ And you will tell me, ‘Do here in your ho…

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January 12th, 2025 - "Hit the Easy Button: Do We Make Discipleship Too Complicated?" - Mr. Bill Fernandez 13:08

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Romans 15:1-7 Do we make discipleship too complicated? This Sunday, Bill Fernandez shares how an encounter with Scripture in Paul’s letter to the Romans revealed to him the simplicity of what it takes to be a disciple. See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonvillePar First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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Don't Let Me Forget My Purpose | Rev. Andrew Chappell 21:23

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Luke 4:14-21 Jesus Rejected at Nazareth Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside. He was teaching in their synagogues, and everyone praised him. He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the Sabbath day he went into the synagogue, as was his custom. He stood up to …

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January 5th, 2025 - "Epiphany: Scripture Surprises" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 21:44

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Genesis 2:15-25 Sometimes we come across a story in the Bible that we are sure we know. When we actually read it though, it is full of surprises. And the more we learn, the more the story becomes. This week Pastor Michelle will take us through the Adam and Eve Creation story in a way that is probably new to you. Come and be surprised! See our worsh…

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Don't Let Me Forget The "How" | Rev. Connor Bell 17:35

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Luke 4:1-13 Jesus Is Tested in the Wilderness Jesus, full of the Holy Spirit, left the Jordan and was led by the Spirit into the wilderness, where for forty days he was tempted by the devil. He ate nothing during those days, and at the end of them he was hungry. The devil said to him, “If you are the Son of God, tell this stone to become bread.” Je…

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December 30th, 2024 - "Epiphany Scripture Surprises: A Visit From God" - Rev. Dr. T. Ray Wheeler 14:31

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Genesis 18: 1-15 We will unpack this surprising story in which Abraham gets a visit from three “men.” There is some dramatic ambiguity about the identity of these visitors. Scripture calls them three men, but Abraham addresses these three as “My Lord,” when he rushes to invite them to stop at his humble camp and be refreshed. Then Abraham “puts on …

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Don't Let Me Forget My Baptism | Rev. Andrew Chappell 18:09

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This weekend brought a rare Snow Day to Newnan, so in an abundance of caution Newnan First United Methodist canceled in-person services. Revs. Andrew Chappell and Connor Bell gathered to record a devotional that was live streamed, which you can listen to here! The following was also sent out in an email: In the life of the church, today is known as…

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December 24th, 2024 - Christmas Eve: " 'Twas the Night" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 12:06

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Luke 2:1-20 We finish with the best story - the birth of Christ! This is good news - news that would make us tear open the shutters and throw up the sash! See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonvillePar First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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December 22nd, 2024 - "Thomas Rides the Polar Express" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 17:52

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1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Both Bentonville and Corinth get to draw strength from the incredible diversity and the energy of our towns. With such giftedness, there are no limits to what each church can do for Christ! See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonvillePar First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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God's Story | Rev. Andrew Chappell 16:26

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John 1:1-18 The Word Became Flesh In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not…

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December 15th, 2024 - "The Elves and the Shoemaker/Elijah and the Widow" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 17:42

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1 Kings 17:8-1 We will look at the story of miracles of care. When we are at our most desperate, so often a miracle occurs that saves our very lives. See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonvillePar First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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A New Reign: Growing in Wisdom | Melody Webb 20:53

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Luke 2:41-52 The Boy Jesus at the Temple Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Festival of the Passover. When he was twelve years old, they went up to the festival, according to the custom. After the festival was over, while his parents were returning home, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem, but they were unaware of it. Thinkin…

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Christmas Eve Message | Rev. Andrew Chappell 15:23

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Luke 2:1-20 The Birth of Jesus In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to their own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem t…

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Called to Vengeance | Rev. Andrew Chappell 21:33

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Micah 5:2-5a “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are small among the clans of Judah, out of you will come for me one who will be ruler over Israel, whose origins are from of old, from ancient times.” Therefore Israel will be abandoned until the time when she who is in labor bears a son, and the rest of his brothers return to join the Israelit…

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December 8th, 2024 - "The Poky Little Puppy, the Three Magi, and the First Christmas" - Rev. Dr. Michelle Morris 15:21

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Matthew 2:1-12 What gifts do we bring? We will look at how bringing something to the most vulnerable and the ones we love can make a small and a big difference – and both matter in God’s world. See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonvillePar First United Methodist Church | Downtown Bentonville

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December 1st, 2024 - "How the Grinch and Saul Stole Christmas" - Rev. Dr. T. Ray Wheeler 18:42

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Acts 9:1-20 Both the Grinch and Saul started out breathing hate toward others. And both experienced a transformation that grew their hearts three sizes too big. Due to technical issues, this week's reading was done in post by Matt Nelson. See our worship broadcasts at: https://www.youtube.com/@FUMCBentonville…