First Methodist Traditional
693 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsAt First Methodist Houston our vision is to have an empowered, diverse faith family built on the foundation of God’s Word, sharing the transforming love of Jesus Christ throughout Houston and the world.
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A New...: "A New Peace" - Andy Nixon
May 24, 2020 22:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBAndy speaks about “God in Real Time": God is taking care of you in the here and now, and God is going to take care of you in the future. Anything the world gives to you is going to fade away, the peace God gives to us is infinite. The Holy Spirit is a gift that shows us that fear cannot prevail. “Faith is stranger than peace, and so even though we feel the storm, the storm does not overcome us.” John 14:25-27 fmhouston.com
“How Should The Church Respond To The Shooting Of Ahmaud Arbery?” - Donyale Fraylon, Ken Coneby, Anthony Rogers & Ben Wyman
May 21, 2020 13:00 - 39 minutes - 91.3 MBQuestions of racial justice, privilege and discipleship surface as the group breaksdown the murder of Ahmaud Arbery. They reflect on the heavy price payed for racial harmony, the work that still awaits and the steps the church can take to be the champions of love. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
A New...: "A New Creation" - Donyale Fraylon
May 17, 2020 22:00 - 26 minutes - 35.8 MBDonyale comes to us from her kitchen table to consider why God chooses people who don't need just minor changes, but be changed utterly. 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 fmhouston.com
“How Did John Wesley Define Social Justice?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Ken Coneby & Ben Wyman
May 14, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 76.8 MBWe’re talking about social holiness and what John Wesley meant by it. What that it looks like today and how it differs from how we interpret God defines it. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
“Did John Wesley Ever Talk About Social Justice?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Ken Coneby & Ben Wyman
May 14, 2020 13:00 - 33 minutes - 76.8 MBWe’re talking about social holiness and what John Wesley meant by it. What that it looks like today and how it differs from how we interpret God defines it. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
A New...: "A New Age" - Andy Nixon
May 10, 2020 22:00 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MBIsaiah 65:17-25 This week, Andy got angry at a fajitas-for-one, and then at the frustrations of the pandemic. But today's passage from Isaiah shows how anger turns to joy, and how change can be change forever. But to do that, we have to leave sins in the past. fmhouston.com
“Should American Christians Put Themselves In Harm's Way To Help The World’s Most Vulnerable During This Pandemic?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
May 07, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 84.5 MBAll hands are on deck as the group dives deep into examining the consequences the precautionary actions we take to stay safe during the pandemic may have on others around the world. They find themselves wrapped in the same chaos our questioner finds themselves in. fmhouston.com/ama
“Do American Christians Have An Obligation To Advocate For The World’s Most Vulnerable During This Pandemic?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
May 07, 2020 13:00 - 36 minutes - 84.5 MBAll hands are on deck as the group dives deep into examining the consequences the precautionary actions we take to stay safe during the pandemic may have on others around the world. They find themselves wrapped in the same chaos our questioner finds themselves in. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
A New...: "A New Chance" - Andy Nixon
May 03, 2020 22:00 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBJohn 5:1-9 Andy discusses the story of the man who could not make it into the pool to be healed, and the importance of what exactly it was that Jesus said to him in that moment. fmhouston.com
“Is This A Transformational Moment For The Church?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon, Ben Wyman & Special Guest Bishop Scott Jones
April 30, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 72.1 MBWe welcome our first guest to the Ask Me Anything table, Bishop Scott Jones! The group pick each others brains’ on how they’re managing daily life, spouses, parenting and the “new trend” growth during this pandemic. They lean into the changes they’ve seen in how we’re worshiping due to the pandemic and the possible impact on the future of the church This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
A New...: "A New Hope" - Andy Nixon
April 26, 2020 22:00 - 25 minutes - 35.2 MB1 Peter 1:3-9 Andy confronts the strangeness of our current life from his church office, and points to 1 Peter, where the Scripture points to the value of working through the darkness as we wait for the light. "When we get to the other side, we know that Christ is alive – and working in us." FMHouston.com
“What is the Book of Revelations Really Telling Us and Do Rapture Teachings Have Negative Lasting Effects?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
April 23, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 36.5 MBThe group tackles two similar questions regarding the book of revelations. Ben’s pastoral side really shines when discussing the misconceptions of how we read this part of the bible. Everyone shares their experiences learning about the rapture growing up and the Left Behind series. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
A New...: "A New Time" - Donyale Fraylon
April 19, 2020 22:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MBAn advertisement for a theater company leads Donyale to reconsider Isaiah 11:1-8, and the meaning of these verses on the Branch of Jesse. This scripture, she says, is a story of hope. God was calling those who heard it to put their trust in him alone. He still is. “This hope is sturdy enough for you and me today.” FMHouston.com
“Why Do We Design Our Worship Services The Way That We Do?” - Andy Nixon, Ken Coneby & Ben Wyman
April 16, 2020 13:00 - 31 minutes - 72.6 MBToday’s question puts the formula of our worship services under a microscope. The group examines what elements of a service really matters and the roles that lay and clergy people play. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
Easter Sunday: "Death Rejected" - Andy Nixon
April 12, 2020 22:00 - 16 minutes - 22.4 MBIn a world and a time marked by despair, Andy chooses to focus on the message that Easter brings - one of miraculous, incredible hope. fmhouston.com
“How Do We Battle Busyness?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton & Ben Wyman
April 10, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 61.2 MBAndy, Brandi, and Ben dissect the cons of staying busy for the sake of being busy. Moreover, the struggle to slow down our lifestyle. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
The Rejected: "Opening Doors By Flipping Tables" - Andy Nixon
April 05, 2020 22:32 - 21 minutes - 30 MBMark 11:15-18 Andy is caught up by the moment that we are at in society, and so today's sermon starts off on a somber note before he begins to further explore the text of Jesus flipping over the moneychangers' tables, and why Jesus acted so harshly at the temple that day. fmhouston.com
“How Do I Cope As The Covid-19 Quarantine Continues?” - Brandi Horton, Ken Coneby, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
April 02, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 60.2 MBThe group discuss the different ways they’re each adapting to daily life during the Covid-19 quarantine and the struggle of battling loneliness as a result of social distancing. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
The Rejected: "Clear Vision" - Andy Nixon
March 29, 2020 22:00 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBAndy talks about a man born blind and how Jesus healed him, and in light of current times, how we deal with those who are in struggle. "There is pain," he says. "There is suffering. And when we let that speak to us, I think it influences the Scripture greatly." John 9:1-7, 35-41 fmhouston.com
“How Do We Operate In A Pandemic? Are Things Supposed to Change?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
March 26, 2020 13:00 - 25 minutes - 59.3 MBThe group begins today’s discussion picking up our conversation from last week’s episode and touching on the priesthood of all believers. However, they decide to hijack the question and talk through how they think the current pandemic will effect how we practice being the church. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
The Rejected: "The Marginalized Embraced"
March 22, 2020 22:00 - 24 minutes - 33.1 MBAndy jokes his way through the troubles of quarantine, before turning to talking about having compassion for those dealing with the realities of the situation, reaching out to those around us, and grounding ourselves on the gospel of Jesus Christ. For more info on the series, check out fmhouston.com/the-rejected fmhouston.com
“Is it Legitimate to Take Communion At Home?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
March 19, 2020 13:00 - 26 minutes - 59.7 MBThe group tackle what the rules are in taking communion during extreme times and what make separates communion from a love feast. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
The Rejected: "God Sits With Sinners"
March 15, 2020 22:00 - 23 minutes - 32.1 MBLuke 5:27-32 It has been a tough week, and there's a lot of trepidation for what lies ahead. But Andy lays out the path that God has for us, the ways in which we can help our neighbors and the way we see Christ in the ways they help us. And also, a little bit of poetry from William Blake. FMHouston.com
“Why Do We Give Things Up For Lent?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
March 12, 2020 13:00 - 28 minutes - 65.5 MBThe group discuss what they’re each doing for lent and what they hope to gain from it. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
Rejected: 'Getting Called Out by Jesus' - Ken Coneby
March 08, 2020 22:00 - 20 minutes - 28.5 MBLuke 8:43-48 This week, Ken talks about a woman who had been rejected by society and healed by Jesus. fmhouston.com
“Should We Consider Other Interpretations of Scripture, Such As Racial and Feminist Perspectives?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
March 05, 2020 14:00 - 24 minutes - 56 MBOn today’s episode the group tackles the second part of a question they never got around to finishing earlier - should we consider other specific perspectives on the Bible? They reflect on whose interpretation of scripture we tend to acknowledge more and explore what the practice of reading scripture in different environments does to our perspective. Don't forget to send in your Lent questions! FMHouston.com/AMA
Dream: 'Workers' - Andy Nixon
March 01, 2020 23:00 - 23 minutes - 32 MBMatthew 25:31-46 This week, Andy reminds us-like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. did in Memphis-that we need to focus on helping those in need on Earth before we focus on our afterlife in Heaven. fmhouston.com
Dream: 'Workers' - Ann Spears
March 01, 2020 23:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBMatthew 25:31-46 This week in the final sermon of the Dream series, Ann talks about what it means to be a sheep or a goat. fmhouston.com
Dream: 'Dreamers' - Brandi Horton
February 23, 2020 23:00 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MBThis week, Brandi talks about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. as a preacher and his "I Have A Dream..." speech. fmhouston.com
Dream: 'Dreamers' - Andy Nixon
February 23, 2020 23:00 - 26 minutes - 37 MBThis week, Andy discusses the scriptures Dr. King references in his "I Have A Dream..." speech. fmhouston.com
“What Does It Mean To Be A Living Sacrifice?” - Andy Nixon, Ken Coneby, Emil Niz & Ben Wyman
February 20, 2020 14:00 - 28 minutes - 64.8 MBThe group takes a closer look at romans 12 to discuss how literal that scripture is. Ken takes the question a step further and ponders if the church falls short in “living sacrificially” for each other. thesourcehouston.org
Dream: 'Extremists' - Donyale Fraylon
February 16, 2020 23:00 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MBMatthew 5:43-48 This week, Donyale begins the sermon series following the scriptures that inspired Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. fmhouston.com
“Why Do We Limit The Bible To Sixty Six Books?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton & Ben Wyman
February 13, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 48.8 MBAndy and Brandi are ready to charge into today’s conversation on why there is only sixty six books in the Bible. The group finds themselves on different ends of the spectrum as they discuss what the conversation would look like if the canon was opened. thesourcehouston.org
Neighborhood: A Conversation With Gilad Katz - Andy Nixon
February 10, 2020 18:26 - 37 minutes - 51.4 MBAndy sits down and talks with Gilad Katz, Consulate General of Israel to the Southwest United States. Scripture: Psalm 121 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
Neighborhood: 'Life Up Your Eyes' - Andy Nixon
February 10, 2020 18:23 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBAndy talks about how the Psalms can bring about a certain peace and help put your faith into action. Scripture: Psalm 121 This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
“Does Scripture Tell Us That God Should Be In Control Of The Government?” - Andy Nixon, Donyale Fraylon, Emil Niz & Ben Wyman
February 06, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 49.3 MBBen pulls a question from Christmas that questions how literal Isaiah 9:6 is meant to be interpreted. The group discusses what history tells us about it and how it translates today. Ben also makes another plea for more meaty questions so send yours in! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
Level Up!: 'Excess/Overflow' - Andy Nixon
February 02, 2020 23:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBExodus 36:1-5 This week, Andy talks about the differences in a person when they view life through a lens of scarcity or a lens of abundance. fmhouston.com
Level Up!: 'Excess/Overflow' - Ann Spears
February 02, 2020 23:00 - 30 minutes - 41.5 MBExodus 36:1-5 This week, Ann talks about how the Israelites in the days of Moses at Mount Sinai gave all they could, because they knew what it was like to be without. fmhouston.com
“Why Do People Feel Like If Someone Commits Suicide They Can’t Go To Heaven?” - Andy Nixon, Ken Coneby, David Wyman & Ben Wyman
January 30, 2020 14:00 - 27 minutes - 62.2 MBThe group breakdowns the assumption that people who take their own lives don’t go to heaven. David Wyman (Ben’s Dad!) and Ken Coneby join the conversation. Today's subject deals with suicide, and mentions that suicide crisis lines now have a texting feature. If that's something you'd like to know about, you can find out more at https://www.crisistextline.org/ thesourcehouston.org
Level Up!: 'Reluctance' - Donyale Fraylon
January 26, 2020 23:00 - 21 minutes - 30.1 MBActs 5:1-6 This week, Donyale talks about removing the mask we put on in front of others and how it is okay to show our spiritual vulnerability and growth. fmhouston.com
Level Up!: 'Reluctance' - Andy Nixon
January 26, 2020 23:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBActs 5:1-6 This week, Andy talks about our reluctance when we are called to give. fmhouston.com
“Why Do People Believe That The Apostle Paul Hated Women?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton & Ben Wyman
January 23, 2020 14:00 - 21 minutes - 49.2 MBOur trio discusses what they believe Paul meant in his letters in regards to women in the church. This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm
Level Up!: 'Provisions' - Andy Nixon
January 19, 2020 23:00 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBActs 2:42-47 This week, Andy talks about the story of Pentecost and the importance of communication. fmhouston.com
Level Up!: 'Provisions' - Dr. Brant Wallace
January 19, 2020 23:00 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MBActs 2:42-47 This week, Brant talks about how we are called to be generous with our time, talent, and treasure. fmhouston.com
“What Does “Blessed Are The Peacemakers” Mean?” - Andy Nixon, Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
January 17, 2020 15:43 - 27 minutes - 63.9 MBWe have a full table this week as the group takes on what it means to be a peacemaker on a personal and global scale. thesourcehouston.org
Level Up!: 'Scarcity' - Brandi Horton
January 12, 2020 23:00 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MB2 Corinthians 8:1-7 This week, Brandi talks about how giving shouldn't be a competition. fmhouston.com
Level up!: 'Scarcity' - Andy Nixon
January 12, 2020 23:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MB2 Corinthians 8:1-7 This week, Andy discusses religious offerings and its origin in Christianity. fmhouston.com
“What's Up With This Proposal For Splitting Up The Methodist Church?” - Brandi Horton, Donyale Fraylon & Ben Wyman
January 09, 2020 22:50 - 21 minutes - 48.8 MBThe group returns for the first episode of 2020 to tackle the question everyone has been asking, what is "The Protocol of Reconciliation & Grace Through Separation" proposal and what does it mean for our church? fmhouston.com/ama
Level Up!: 'Abundance' - Andy Nixon
January 05, 2020 23:00 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBThis week, Andy talks about the upcoming year for the church. fmhouston.com
Under Wraps: 'Remember' - Brandi Horton
December 29, 2019 23:00 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBThis week, Brandi talks about missing the magic and significance of Christmas by being surrounded by the wrapping paper and gifts, and even the Christmas stories themselves. fmhouston.com