Grace & Truth - Grace Resurrection Methodist Church's Podcast

In this week's sermon podcast, Pastor James references Jesus' conversation with the "woman at the well," from James 4:3-15. Her life was transformed by this culturally shocking meeting and discussion. It opened a door, it broke down barriers, it changed someone's life. Do you need to have a conversation like that today?  That's what we're talking about on the podcast this week. 

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The tough stuff.  In this episode of our podcast, Rev. Williams expands on his front row perspective of the more recent crises in the UMC. He covers the LGBQT issue, the pros and cons of a connectional system and navigating through the tough times. You may be surprised; you will definitely be informed. And that's what we're talking about this week. 

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As a part of his August sermon series on faith, Rev. Williams spoke today about "Developing Real Faith." First you'll hear our scripture read by student, Will Tucker. Then we delve into the question: can we develop and apply real faith in our daily lives? That's what we're talking about today on the podcast.  

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How’s your balance? Feeling off-kilter? Spinning in circles? Do you really need to be moving this fast? God is a God of order,  He can help. And that’s what we’re talking about on the podcast this week in Rev. Williams' sermon, "Balancing LIfe's Demands." 

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Tired of waiting for a sign? Maybe it’s time to move.

This week’s message, “Stop Sitting Around,” is a call to shake off spiritual complacency and step into the life God’s calling you to live. Rev. Williams explains that faith was never meant to be passive. We invite you to listen to this episode and take the next step. 

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In this episode, Senior Pastor Rev. James Williams and Communications Director Julia Curran explore the history of Methodism to help unpack how the denomination arrived at its current crossroads. The first half of the podcast dives into the life of John Wesley, sharing some surprising facts about his ministry, the origins of Methodism, and what it truly means to be "Wesleyan." 

The second half shifts to the formation of th...

With a sermon title like “Kids’ Stuffies,” we weren’t quite sure what to expect from our guest preacher, Rev. Dr. Ted Sauter. But as he drew the connection between children’s love for their stuffed animals and the message of 1 Corinthians 13, it all came together beautifully. 

Check back here for our sermons, conversations of truth and grace, and enlightening interviews with our staff and volunteers. 

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Why is the Men’s Group at Grace such a standout? In this honest and engaging episode, Bubba Cooper and Lee Thrasher sit down with Communications Director Julia Curran, to explore the heart of their ministry, the chemistry that fuels it, and the unexpected grace moments that keep men coming back. It's a conversation about humor, connection, purpose, and what happens when men show up for each other—and for God.

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One of our favorite people, Rev. Charlie Marus, preached on finding light when darkness descends on our lives this week in his sermon titled, "Finding Light in the Dark." Rather than a sad and troubled topic, Charlie finds reasons to hope and discover a deepening of faith. To hear the entire service, which included rousing music by the acapella group, The Kingsmen, head over to our YouTube channel at: https://youtu.be/Dhj...

In this candid and transparent conversation, Camden, our AV and marketing tech, sits down with Rev. James Williams to talk about youth and the church. Together, they explore what today’s young people are searching for, why so many feel disconnected, how some youth DO feel connected, and how Grace can build authentic relationships that truly welcome and engage the next generation. If you care about the future of the church, this is ...

This week's sermon titled, "If God Owns It All, What Am I Doing With It?" could be interpreted as strictly a stewardship sermon. But, it's not. And it wasn't. It was a very deep dive into how there's more than meets the eye when it comes to our "stuff."  Take a listen to what our senior pastor, Rev. James Williams has to say on this topic...

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This week, Pastor James and our GRMC Communications Director, Julia Curran, sit down to share the story behind James’s journey to Grace Resurrection. They talk about the path that shaped his ministry before arriving here and the moment he realized it was time to move on from his previous church. Tune in to hear the candid conversation about reflection and calling. Discover how James found his way to Grace Resurrection.

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What's "lifestyle stewardship?" How does that relate to our daily lives as Christians? Listen here to find out. 

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Our pews were filled this Sunday with both familiar and new faces as our Senior Pastor Emeritus, Rev. Dr. Randy Mickler, shared a powerful message about divisions in America. Listen here to hear his message. 

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When we stepped into our current sanctuary in November 2022—awestruck by its soaring ceilings, original woodwork, and open chancel—we never imagined we’d soon be recording services, operating a sound board, using mics, running an AV computer, and even livestreaming special events.

Thanks to the generosity of church members who donated equipment and supported this vision, we've gone from having almost no technology to a function...

This week, Senior Pastor Rev. James Williams explores how much easier it is to build fences instead of bridges. But, shouldn't life be about bridges? Are you looking for way to bridge gaps? Or putting a wall up against anything unfamiliar? 

Tune in for an honest, hope-filled conversation on how God redeems our struggles and transforms them into sacred strength.

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In this week’s episode, Rev. James Williams explores how God doesn’t waste our wounds. From the bruises life gives us to the scars that shape our stories, we discover that healing isn’t about erasing pain—but about finding purpose through it.

Tune in for an honest, hope-filled conversation on how God redeems our struggles and transforms them into sacred strength.

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In this week's sermon, Senior Pastor Rev. Williams shared a poignant story about the huge difference small gestures can make in an individual's life. These gestures can often be performed by you, if you'll just reach out and take the time. 

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Senior Pastor Rev. James Williams concludes his May sermon series, Found by grace, by exploring the history and genealogy of Jesus. Throughout the generations, God’s people listened for His voice, followed His leading, and built lives of purpose, promise, and legacy. They extended grace, trusted in God’s plan, and laid foundations for those yet to come.

At Grace Resurrection, we find ourselves in a similar moment—called to listen, t...