Jeremiah 29.1, 4-7, Psalm 66.1-12, 2 Timothy 2.8-15, Luke 17.11-19; Is it possible to work in the church with friends? How important is church architecture? Should we spend more time wrangling words? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Sara Keeling and Teer Hardy. Sara and Teer both serve Mt. Olivet UMC in Arlington, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron ...
Oct 03, 2022•26 min
Lamentations 1.1-6, Psalm 137, 2 Timothy 1.1-14, Luke 17.5-10; How bold should preacher be in the pulpit? Is there enough space in the church for lament? Why do the disciples ask Jesus to increase their faith? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Sara Keeling and Teer Hardy. Sara and Teer both serve Mt. Olivet UMC in Arlington, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become...
Sep 26, 2022•24 min
Jeremiah 32.1-3a, 6-15, Psalm 91.1-6, 14-16, 1 Timothy 6.6-19, Luke 16.19-31; How volatile is the divine real estate market? What makes a perfect playlist perfect? Should the church have stewardship campaigns? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Drew Colby. Drew is the lead pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to...
Sep 19, 2022•39 min
Jeremiah 8.18-9.1, Psalm 79.1-9, 1 Timothy 2.1-7, Luke 16.1-13;
Sep 12, 2022•29 min
Jeremiah 4.11-12, 22-28, Psalm 14, 1 Timothy 1.12-17, Luke 15.1-10; How often should we reflect on our faults? What does it look like to pray for others? Why is grace such a scandal? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest John Carl Hastings. Hosted by Taylor Mertins
Sep 05, 2022•33 min
Jeremiah 18.1-11, Psalm 139.1-6, 13-18, Philemon 1.1-21, Luke 14.25-33; What can art teach us about God? What happens when we pray? Are all people created with sacred worth? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Teer Hardy. Teer is one of the pastors at Mt. Olivet UMC in Arlington, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you can ...
Aug 29, 2022•28 min
Jeremiah 2.4-13, Psalm 81.1, 10-16, Hebrews 13.1-8, 15-16, Luke 14.1, 7-14; How is the kingdom of God like a high school cafeteria? What can art teach us about theology? How important are Jesus' parables? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Teer Hardy. Teer is one of the pastors at Mt. Olivet UMC in Arlington, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscrib...
Aug 22, 2022•34 min
Jeremiah 1.4-10, Psalm 71.1-6, Hebrews 12.18-29, Luke 13.10-17; Will there be dinosaurs in the New Creation? What can Moana teach us about vocation? What makes worship acceptable? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Allison LeBrun. Allison serves Vermilion Grace UMC on the shores of Lake Eerie in Ohio. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ Fo...
Aug 15, 2022•31 min
Isaiah 5.1-7, Psalm 80.1-2, 8-19, Hebrews 11.29-12.2, Luke 12.49-56; How important are twitter handles? Should weddings happen in vineyards? What does real restoration look like according to the strange new world of the Bible? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Allison LeBrun. Allison serves Vermilion Grace UMC on the shores of Lake Eerie in Ohio. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support ...
Aug 08, 2022•35 min
Isaiah 1.1, 10-20, Psalm 50.1-8, 22-23, Hebrews 11.1-3, 8-16, Luke 12.32-40; What makes the Gospel unexpected? Why is God so loquacious? How prepared should we be for worship? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Peter Kwon. Peter is one of the pastors at Annandale UMC in Annandale, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you ca...
Aug 01, 2022•29 min
Hosea 11.1-11, Psalm 107.1-9, 43, Colossians 3.1-11, Luke 12.13-21; What does it look like to be a fool for Christ? How important in the grammar of faith? How do we know if we are part of the redeemed? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Peter Kwon. Peter is one of the pastors at Annandale UMC in Annandale, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe t...
Jul 25, 2022•30 min
Hosea 1.2-10, Psalm 85, Colossians 2.6-19, Luke 11.1-13; What does it look like to pastor a football team? What is the one thing needful? Is the prosperity gospel Good News? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Wil Posey. Wil is the pastor of First UMC in Murphy, NC. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you can help us out….we ap...
Jul 18, 2022•36 min
Amos 8.1-12, Psalm 52, Colossians 1.15-28, Luke 10.38-42; What does a basket of fruit have to do with the Gospel? Is baldness a punishment from God? What does it mean to pray with our feet? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Wil Posey. Wil is the pastor of First UMC in Murphy, NC. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you can he...
Jul 11, 2022•32 min
Amos 7.7-17, Psalm 82, Colossians 1.1-14, Luke 10.25-37; What is a low anthropology? How important are holy friendships? What can the West Wing teach us about the Gospel? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Matt Benton. Matt is the pastor of Bethel UMC in Woodbridge, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you can help us out…....
Jul 04, 2022•32 min
2 Kings 5.1-14, Psalm 30, Galatians 6.1-16, Luke 10.1-11, 16-20; How important are the unnamed characters in the Bible? Is there such a thing as an inadequate prayer? What can weddings teach us about the kingdom of God? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Matt Benton. Matt is the pastor of Bethel UMC in Woodbridge, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Sub...
Jun 27, 2022•29 min
2 Kings 2.1-2, 6-14, Psalm 77.1-2, 11-20, Galatians 5.1, 13-25, Luke 9.51-62; Does Elijah actually pass the mantle to Elisha? What does freedom look like for a Christian? How serious is the Gospel? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Kenneth Tanner. Ken is the pastor of Holy Redeemer in Rochester, Michigan. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CG...
Jun 20, 2022•27 min
1 Kings 19.1-15a, Psalm 42 & Psalm 43, Galatians 3.23-29, Luke 8.26-39; How important is place in scripture? Is there such a thing as a perfect prayer? Why does the demoniac live among the dead? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Jason Micheli. Jason is the lead pastor of Annandale UMC in Annandale, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CG...
Jun 13, 2022•28 min
The one and only Kara Slade will be joining Crackers&Grape Juice for a live pubcast next Wednesday (6/15/22) at 6:30pm in Hampton, VA at the St. George Brewing Company to help kick off Annual Conference. Her book "The Fullness Of Time" is a remarkable witness to the work of Karl Barth for the church today and we can't wait to hear what Kara has to share with us. All are welcome!
Jun 09, 2022•2 min
Proverbs 8.1-4, 22-31, Psalm 8, Romans 5.1-5, John 16.12-15; Why is wisdom personified in scripture? Why does the church observe Trinity Sunday? Should we read the Bible backwards? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Jason Micheli. Jason is the lead pastor of Annandale UMC in Annandale, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, yo...
Jun 06, 2022•26 min
Acts 2.1-21, Psalm 104.24-34, 35b, Romans 8.14-17, John 14.8-17, (25-27); Should pastors appear drunk in worship? Why do we repeat ourselves every Sunday? What does it mean for the Spirit to be our Advocate? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Sarah Locke. Sarah is the pastor of Hickory UMC in Chesapeake, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to ...
May 30, 2022•34 min
Acts 16.16-34, Psalm 97, Revelation 22.12-14, 16-17, 20-21, John 17.20-26; Should we wear hardhats to worship? What does idolatry look like today? Can we have actual unity in the church? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Sarah Locke. Sarah is the pastor of Hickory UMC in Chesapeake, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you...
May 23, 2022•30 min
Acts 16.9-15, Psalm 67, Revelation 21.10, 22-22.5, John 14.23-29; Is there such a thing as a solitary Christian? Can there be joy in judgment? What does church architecture tell us about God? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Teer Hardy. Teer is one of the pastors of Mt. Olivet UMC in Arlington, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For...
May 16, 2022•28 min
Acts 11.1-18, Psalm 148, Revelation 21.1-6, John 13.31-35; Should we still follow certain dietary restrictions as Christians? How expansive is the Kingdom of God? What does it mean to worship the God who makes ALL things new? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Teer Hardy. Teer is one of the pastors of Mt. Olivet UMC in Arlington, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Bec...
May 09, 2022•29 min
Acts 9.36-43, Psalm 23, Revelation 7.9-17, John 10.22-30; What happens in the shadows of the chapel? Can we have a hopeful ecclesiology? What is the great ordeal in Revelation? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Bryant Manning. Bryant is the director of the Wesley Foundation at FSU. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you can ...
May 02, 2022•32 min
Acts 9.1-6, Psalm 30, Revelation 5.11-14, John 21.1-19; How do seminary friendships begin? How important is the call of Saul? What makes good worship good? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Bryant Manning. Bryant is the director of the Wesley Foundation at FSU. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you can help us out….we appre...
Apr 25, 2022•29 min
Acts 5.27-32, Psalm 118.14-29, Revelation 1.4-9, John 20.19-31; Do the psalms ever change? What does good trouble look like? Is Revelation timeless? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Drew Colby. Drew is the lead pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you can help us out….we appreciate it more...
Apr 18, 2022•33 min
Isaiah 65.17-25, Psalm 118.1-2, 14-24, 1 Corinthians 15.19-26, John 20.1-18; What songs should we listen to on Easter? Is there such a thing as a super psalm? How long should Easter sermons be? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Drew Colby. Drew is the lead pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanut...
Apr 11, 2022•32 min
Psalm 118.1-2, 19-29, Luke 19.28-40; Should churches observe a Palm Sunday or a Passion Sunday? Why are the difficult hymns the best hymns? What is the not normed norm? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Alan Combs. Alan is the lead pastor of First UMC in Salem, Virginia. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanuts, you can help us out...
Apr 04, 2022•26 min
Isaiah 43.16-21, Psalm 126, Philippians 3.4b-14, John 12.1-8; Is it possible to keep Easter in Lent? Is worship nothing more than beholding beauty? What's the Gospel according to John Daker? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Alan Combs. Alan is the lead pastor of First UMC in Salem, Virginia. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to CGJ+ For peanut...
Mar 28, 2022•38 min
Joshua 5.9-12, Psalm 32, 2 Corinthians 5.16-21, Luke 15.1-3, 11b-32; How can we pray by listening? What does it means to be an ambassador for Christ? Is grace actually amazing? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Wayne Dickert. Wayner is the pastor of the River of Life and Bryson City UMC in Bryson City, NC. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe to C...
Mar 21, 2022•30 min
