Acts 2.42-47, Psalm 23, 1 Peter 2.19-25, John 10.1-10; Why do United Methodist pastors move? How important is Christian grammar? What can Ghostbusters teach us about the Gospel? 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 peanuts, you ...
Apr 24, 2023•32 min
Acts 2.14a, 36-41, Psalm 116.1-4, 12-19, 1 Peter 1.17-23, Luke 24.13-25; How should we respond to sermons? Is reciprocity possible in the kingdom of God? Does God give us heartburn? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Todd Littleton and Josh Munnikhuysen. Todd serves Snow Hill Baptist Church in Tuttle, OK and Josh serves Trinity UMC in Orange, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support ...
Apr 17, 2023•33 min
Acts 2.14a, 22-32, Psalm 16, 1 Peter 1.3-9, John 20.19-31; What makes a good sermon good? How should we talk about Sheol in church? Is it okay to doubt? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Todd Littleton and Josh Munnikhuysen. Todd serves Snow Hill Baptist Church in Tuttle, OK and Josh serves Trinity UMC in Orange, VA. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Su...
Apr 10, 2023•46 min
Jeremiah 31.1-6, Psalm 118.1-2, 14-24, Colossians 3.1-4, John 20.1-18; What's the difference between explanation and proclamation? Should we be joyful and afraid on Easter? What can The Last of Us teach us about the church? 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 patro...
Apr 03, 2023•33 min
Psalm 118.1-2, 19-29, Matthew 21.1-11; Should Palm Sunday be called Psalm Sunday? How often should we laugh in church? What difference does a donkey make? 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 i...
Mar 27, 2023•22 min
Ezekiel 37.1-14, Psalm 130, Romans 8.6-11, John 11.1-45; How hard is it to preach on the psalms? What makes a faithful funeral faithful? What does BBQ chicken pizza have to do with salvation history? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Jason Micheli, Teer Hardy, and Eric Hall. 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 u...
Mar 20, 2023•30 min
1 Samuel 16.1-13, Psalm 23, Ephesians 5.8-14, John 9.1-41; Do we use enough oil in worship? How subversive is Jesus? Is Lent supposed to be a downer? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Jason Micheli, Teer Hardy, and Stanley Hauerwas. 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 than you can i...
Mar 13, 2023•30 min
Exodus 17.1-7, Psalm 95, Romans 5.1-11, John 4.5-42; How pointed should our prayers be? Who qualifies as being part of the ungodly? Is there anything wrong with democratic egalitarianism? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Jason Micheli, Teer Hardy, and Stanley Hauerwas. 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...
Mar 06, 2023•24 min
Genesis 12.1-4a, Psalm 121, Romans 4.1-5, 13-17, John 3.1-17; What's wrong with satisfaction theories of the atonement? Should Protestant Christians put Jesus back on the cross? What is a lettuce sermon? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Jason Micheli, Teer Hardy, and Stanley Hauerwas. 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...
Feb 27, 2023•31 min
Genesis 2.15-17, 3.1-7, Psalm 32, Romans 5.12-19, Matthew 4.1-11; Why should churches use the RCL? What is our original sin? How do Jesus' temptations connect with our own? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Jason Micheli, Teer Hardy, and Stanley Hauerwas. 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...
Feb 20, 2023•24 min
Joel 2.1-2, 12-17, Psalm 51.1-17, 2 Corinthians 5.20b-6.10, Matthew 6.1-6, 16-21; What is the purpose of Ash Wednesday? How important are the words we use in worship? Is the Gospel about reconciliation, rectification, or both? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Jason Micheli, Teer Hardy, and Johanna Hartelius. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subscribe ...
Feb 20, 2023•43 min
Exodus 23.12-18, Psalm 2, 2 Peter 1.16-21, Matthew 17.1-9; How timely is the Transfiguration? Why are there so many mountaintop moments in scripture? What makes God laugh? 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...
Feb 13, 2023•41 min
Deuteronomy 30.15-20, Psalm 119.1-8, 1 Corinthians 3.1-9, Matthew 5.21-37; How important are sermon titles? What is the purpose of the Law? Is there a limit to God's grace? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Hunter Bryn. Hunter is the Digital Media Specialist for the Virginia Conference of the UMC. 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 p...
Feb 06, 2023•20 min
Isaiah 58.1-9a, Psalm 112.1-9, 1 Corinthians 2.1-12, Matthew 5.13-20; What is RP the G? Is there a connection between happiness and fear? Does Jesus want us to be more salty in church? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Hunter Bryn. Hunter is the Digital Media Specialist for the Virginia Conference of the UMC. 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...
Jan 30, 2023•23 min
Micah 6.1-8, Psalm 15, 1 Corinthians 1.18-31, Matthew 5.1-12; Who does the Lord require from us? How is God's weakness stronger than human strength? What's the purpose of preaching? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with the youth from Raleigh Court UMC in Roanoke, 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 apprecia...
Jan 23, 2023•29 min
Isaiah 9.1-4, Psalm 27.1, 4-9, 1 Corinthians 1.10-18, Matthew 4.12-23; Should we repeat reading multiple Sundays in a row? Why is the church still so divided? What does it look like to fish for people? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Teer Hardy. Teer is one of the pastors serving 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 Subscr...
Jan 16, 2023•27 min
Isaiah 49.1-7, Psalm 40.1-11, 1 Corinthians 1.1-9, John 1.29-42; What are morning for? Are preachers called to be prophetic from the pulpit? How many sins does the Lamb of God take away? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Teer Hardy. Teer is one of the pastors serving 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...
Jan 09, 2023•28 min
Isaiah 42.1-9, Psalm 29, Acts 10.34-43, Matthew 3.13-17; How often should we leave worship saying, "Glory!"? What does the voice of the Lord sound like? Why do we celebrate Baptism of the Lord Sunday? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Alan Combs. Alan is the leader pastor of First UMC in Salem, 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 ...
Jan 02, 2023•23 min
Isaiah 63.7-9, Psalm 148, Hebrews 2.10-18, Matthew 2.13-23; How important is it to be present in worship? What does it look like to praise the Lord? How can we experience sanctification? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Alan Combs. Alan is the leader pastor of First UMC in Salem, 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 c...
Dec 26, 2022•26 min
Isaiah 9.2-7, Psalm 86, Titus 2.11-14, Luke 2.1-20; What's a Christmas unicorn? Should we sing new songs at Christmas? Is there divine judgment in the manger? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Jason Micheli and Teer Hardy. Jason serves at Annandale UMC in Annandale, VA and Teer serves 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 ...
Dec 19, 2022•44 min
Isaiah 7.10-16, Psalm 80.1-7, 17-19, Romans 1.1-7, Matthew 1.18-25; How can we keep the cross in Christmas? What does salvation look like? What happens when we preach from the epistles? 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 c...
Dec 12, 2022•33 min
Isaiah 35.1-10, Psalm 146.5-10, James 5.7-10, Matthew 11.2-11; How important are the themes for Advent? What does the glory of the Lord look like? Why should God get all the good verbs? 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 c...
Dec 05, 2022•39 min
Isaiah 11.1-10, Psalm 72.1-7, 18-19, Romans 15.4-13, Matthew 3.1-12; Who is the central character of Advent? Is a stump a terrifying or hopeful image? Why is music so magical? 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...
Nov 28, 2022•42 min
Isaiah 2.1-5, Psalm 122, Romans 13.11-14, Matthew 24.36-44; What music should we listen to in preparation for the first Sunday of Advent? What does God's house look like? Can we know true peace? 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 peanu...
Nov 21, 2022•40 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Jeremiah 23.1-6, Colossians 1.11-20, Luke 23.33-43; Are pastors God's new shepherds? Should we celebrate communion every Sunday? Why do we observe a "Christ The King Sunday" once a year? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Alan Combs. Alan is the lead pastor of First UMC in Salem, 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...
Nov 14, 2022•29 min
Isaiah 65.17-25, Isaiah 12, 2 Thessalonians 3.6-13, Luke 21.5-19; How has preaching changed because of the pandemic? Is Paul always right? What are we to make of the apocalyptic imagery in the Gospel? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Mikang Kim. Mikang is the pastor of Epworth UMC on the Eastern Shore of Virginia. Hosted by Taylor Mertins. - Don't forget to head over to https://www.crackersandgrapejuice.com Click on “Support the Show.” Become a patron Subsc...
Nov 07, 2022•31 min
Daniel 7.1-3, 15-18, Psalm 149, Ephesians 1.11-23, Luke 6.20-31; Is it better to read alone or in a group? What makes a saint, a saint? Should sermon have introductions? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Mikang Kim. Mikang is the pastor of Epworth UMC on the Eastern Shore of 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 c...
Oct 31, 2022•35 min
Habakkuk 1.1-4, 2.1-4, Psalm 119.137-144, 2 Thessalonians 1.1-4, 11-12, Luke 19.1-10; Does God have a timing problem? Should we always answer questions with questions? Is God's justice unjust? 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+ Fo...
Oct 24, 2022•26 min
Joel 2.23-32, Psalm 65, 2 Timothy 4.6-8, 16-18, Luke 18.9-14; What is the Gospel according to Paul McCartney? Should we read scripture backwards? What is the most important parable? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Todd Littleton. Todd is the pastor of Snow Hill Baptist Church in Tuttle, OK. 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...
Oct 17, 2022•30 min
Jeremiah 31.27-34, Psalm 119.97-104, 2 Timothy 3.14-4.5, Luke 18.1-8; Why does God make new covenants? Do self-help books actually help? What does the work of an evangelist look like? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Todd Littleton. Todd is the pastor of Snow Hill Baptist Church in Tuttle, OK. 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 pean...
Oct 10, 2022•28 min
