Daily Got a Minute Message with John Ed
1,461 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsIn each episode of “Got a Minute,” retired Methodist minister John Ed Mathison will share a small piece of wisdom to help you through your day.
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Stolen Radio Tower
April 19, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 711 KBI pray that everything you do today will not only make sense but will make a difference.
Words
April 18, 2024 05:00 - 59 seconds - 724 KBWords are a powerful tool in today’s society to change ways of thinking and acting. Be a good interpreter of the words you hear today.
"Let’s go Forward"
April 17, 2024 05:00 - 1 minute - 737 KBThe church is here today because years ago people would trust God, leave their comfort zone, and go out and find the promised land.
Preservation
April 16, 2024 05:00 - 59 seconds - 731 KBLet me encourage you to write down stories and events that you remember about your parents and grandparents. Put them in a safe place for future generations.
Intentions
April 15, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 712 KBIt’s time we quit targeting people of any race and start treating everybody as a child of God with positive potential.
Chicken Little
April 12, 2024 05:00 - 56 seconds - 697 KBMr. Fox is working hard. Only faith in the God who is in charge can eradicate your fears. Don’t be fooled. It’s your choice.
Mistakes
April 11, 2024 05:00 - 57 seconds - 705 KBBe sure that you know what the problem is and how is the best way to correct it. Mistakes can be deadly.
School Shootings
April 10, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 713 KBTo eradicate the problem, we need to focus on making the best use of our time, energy, and resources. I believe that would include training for police officers. How well are you being trained today for things that are important in life?
The African Impala
April 09, 2024 05:00 - 59 seconds - 733 KBIt’s your choice—stay where you think you are safe or take a leap of faith when God invites you to some new adventure. It’s your choice.
Taking Risks
April 08, 2024 05:00 - 56 seconds - 690 KBWhat if David had not taken the risk of facing the giant Goliath? What if Moses had not taken the risk of freeing his people from slavery? What if you don’t take the risk of what God is calling you to do today?
Colorado Robbers
April 05, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 713 KBThe best way to avoid them is to do what is right and trust God to always make your purpose and your path clear to you.
A Hawk and a Snake
April 04, 2024 05:00 - 1 minute - 744 KBWhatever the situation, ask God to help you face the situation and trust Him as he can provide for you. Don’t try to be “lucky” and hope that some bird to solve your problem—face your problem by God’s grace and power to overcome it.
Language Barriers
April 03, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 721 KBWe also need to be sure that we can understand what we are learning, but most importantly, what God is telling us.
Stowaway
April 02, 2024 05:00 - 1 minute - 747 KBWhen you die and get ready for eternity, there is only one ticket to heaven and that is the grace of God that you have received and claimed and lived by.
“Promises”
April 01, 2024 05:00 - 59 seconds - 729 KBHe is alive, He is giving directions, and we can follow Him today!
"Deep Fake"
March 29, 2024 05:00 - 59 seconds - 734 KBGood Friday is good because the Man on the cross is not a deep fake. It was really Jesus who died for us all. Good Friday is real.
Stepping Stones
March 28, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 720 KBDo you see burdens or blessings? I challenge you to quit looking at things from a human point of view and ask God to help you see things from His point of view. It’s the point of view that points to life.
Celebration of Life
March 27, 2024 05:00 - 57 seconds - 710 KBIf you are not following the instructions of Jesus concerning life and death, then it will simply be a very sad ceremony. It will be quickly forgotten. I pray that your funeral will be a celebration of life.
Overwhelmed, Defeated, and Despondent
March 26, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 716 KBYou can never find real joy outside of fulfilling God’s purpose for your life. It’s the best therapy, medicine, motivation that you can have. Let God’s purpose move you to what God wants you to be.
Last Day of School
March 25, 2024 05:00 - 57 seconds - 702 KBPrepare every day this week for Maundy Thursday and Good Friday and Easter and celebrate that Jesus is alive.
House Size
March 22, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 716 KBNo human construction can be totally secure. The most important rooms you have are not on this earth, but are the rooms that God has prepared for His children in eternity. Read John 14:1-3.
Picking Priorities
March 21, 2024 05:00 - 57 seconds - 700 KBAre we putting first things first? Jesus reminds us to seek first God’s Kingdom and all you need will be given to you.
A Lonely Giraffe
March 20, 2024 05:00 - 59 seconds - 724 KBGod can move you to a new community of faith where God and His people can give new life and a new future to you. Make the move today.
Lost and Found
March 19, 2024 05:00 - 57 seconds - 710 KBA lot of people lose things that are very important like their direction, purpose, or faith. Sometimes they need a friend who can help them find what ought to be obvious.
The Los Angeles Housing Department
March 18, 2024 05:00 - 57 seconds - 701 KBDon’t try to help remove a spec from someone else’s eye when there is a log in your own eye. Start at home and it will be much more effective with people who really need help.
Church Bells
March 15, 2024 05:00 - 57 seconds - 702 KBThe bells are still there, some of them just are not ringing. What can you do today to invite someone to go to worship with you?
Differences of Opinion
March 14, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 718 KBUnity and mutual respect are far greater than arguing a personal opinion which might or might not be right. Treat others like you would like to be treated.
The Disguise Game
March 13, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 714 KBThe best way to live is to be your real self and don’t try to disguise yourself as something else or someone else.
Unknown Bullet
March 12, 2024 05:00 - 58 seconds - 716 KBSin ultimately brings destruction. The good news is that if we confess our sins, God will do surgery on our souls and can remove our sins. That’s God’s promise to all of us.
Gun Locks
March 11, 2024 05:00 - 59 seconds - 733 KBNot just for the kids, but for all of us, we need to leave a lot of things at home. God has available “locks.”
Shopping Centers and Malls
March 08, 2024 06:00 - 1 minute - 740 KB“Covid taught us that we were absolutely wired for community.” We discovered that relationships are important. This is not an advertisement for malls, but it is an urgent plea for increased positive relationships.
Boat Safety
March 07, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 717 KBOften times in life, we need to do more things that are inconvenient in order to make our lives and the lives of others safer.
Traveling
March 06, 2024 06:00 - 57 seconds - 707 KBHe said his plan was, “to return home by ship so people can see it coming over the horizon.” How many places you visit is not nearly as important as the difference you make while you are there.
Raptor Bearer
March 05, 2024 06:00 - 1 minute - 736 KBA wedding creates a brand new family that never before existed. Remember what’s important about a wedding and marriage.
Dueling
March 04, 2024 06:00 - 59 seconds - 730 KBLove is the best weapon to bring about desired civility and honor among all people. That’s not metaphorical and an idea that is not just for Missouri but for all states who desperately need it.
Who to Follow
March 01, 2024 06:00 - 57 seconds - 709 KBThe best person to follow is the only perfect man who ever lived—Jesus Christ the Son of God. He will always lead you to the places that you need to be.
A Message to the Moon
February 29, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 715 KBWhat message are you sending? Some people on earth may not have received a good message in a lot of years. Be a messenger of good news today.
Christmas Tree Surprise
February 28, 2024 06:00 - 56 seconds - 690 KBIt’s a good time to check our homes to see if dangerous things are in our home and we didn’t see them. Get rid of those things.
Age
February 27, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 715 KBYou are just the right age to meet some need that will improve your community. Just do it.
Choose to Forgive
February 26, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 723 KBJesus reminds us in Matthew that if we can’t forgive others, God won’t forgive us. Forgiveness folks forgive.
Evaluating Us
February 23, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 714 KB"Search me O God and know my heart: test me and know my anxious thoughts: point out anything in me that offends you and lead me along the path of everlasting life.”
Misplaced
February 22, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 721 KBHow far would you go today to help somebody?
Python Challenge
February 21, 2024 06:00 - 57 seconds - 704 KBSome projects are good but be sure you don’t get into a mis-match. Be discerning about the challenge. There are some things you don’t need to try and conquer!
"How Much Money Do I Need?"
February 20, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 720 KBThe best thing is to ask God to help us answer that question and then use our resources to help people.
Unstuck
February 19, 2024 06:00 - 59 seconds - 731 KBHelping animals is fine—helping people get “unstuck” is even more important. You don’t have to go to Pensacola Beach to find people who need help.
Therapy Dog
February 16, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 721 KBThat’s something more of us people need, a sense of knowing what people need, and after knowing that reaching out and meeting that need. You might be somebody’s therapy today.
Snow Leopards
February 15, 2024 06:00 - 57 seconds - 705 KBWhat special effort is your church doing to increase the number of people who are becoming a part of the Christian movement?
Valuable Things
February 14, 2024 06:00 - 1 minute - 737 KBAsk God to help you determine values and turn tough situations into good experiences.
Waterless Water Park
February 13, 2024 06:00 - 58 seconds - 722 KBLife without God is certainly a different concept—and one that won’t work. Life with God brings joy, fulfillment, and happiness. Trust God today!
Consequences
February 12, 2024 06:00 - 56 seconds - 698 KBThink of the effect on others before you do something that you shouldn’t be doing. It will save you and them some anxious moments.