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Andy Talks
Join Andy Stoddard as he shares with us his daily reflection. Along with an occasional surprise.
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Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus: The Covenant and Promises
We wrap up our big-picture journey through Leviticus by looking at chapters 26 and 27. Chapter 26 describes the blessings and consequences associated with…
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Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus and the Importance of Rhythms and Rest
In this reflection, we continue our big-picture journey through Leviticus by exploring chapters 23–25. These chapters describe the appointed festivals, the…
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Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus and the Redeemed Life
What does life look like after we have been forgiven and restored to God? In this reflection, we continue our big-picture journey through Leviticus by looking…
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Sunday Sermon - Choose
In our Traditional service from November 8, 2026, Andy shares with us from Joshua 24: 1-3a; 14-25. In this moment, we see the power that comes from choosing…
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Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus and the Day of Atonement
The Day of Atonement, or Yom Kippur, stands at the theological center of Leviticus. But what does this ancient ceremony teach us about our need for forgiveness…
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Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus and the Holiness Codes
What does it mean to be holy, and why does Leviticus spend so much time distinguishing between what is clean and unclean? In this reflection on Leviticus…
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Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus, the Priesthood, and Us
What was the role of the priests in ancient Israel, and what does their ministry teach us about our relationship with God today? In this reflection on…
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Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus and the Five Sacrifices
What were the five primary offerings described in the opening chapters of Leviticus, and what can they teach us today? In this reflection, we explore the burnt…
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Reflections with Andy - Learning More - Leviticus
We’re beginning something a little different in our morning reflections: a closer look at some of the more challenging books and passages in Scripture. And…
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Sunday Sermon - When We All Get to Heaven
For our All Saints Sunday message, Andy shares with us from Revelation 7: 9-17. In this beloved passage, we are reminded that Jesus has overcome death. But to…
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Reflections with Andy - Psalm 2 - Why Do the Nations Rage?
In today’s reflection, we turn to Psalm 2 and its powerful question: “Why do the nations rage?” In a world often marked by anger, fear, and polarization, this…
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Reflections with Andy - Philemon 8–25 — God Has a Purpose for You
In this reflection on Philemon 8–25, we finish Paul's short but powerful letter with a look at Onesimus, Philemon, and Paul's appeal for a relationship…
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Reflections with Andy - Philemon 1: 1-7 - I Love to Tell the Story
In today’s reflection on Philemon 1–7, we explore Paul’s gratitude for Philemon’s faith and love and his prayer that sharing the faith will help others…
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Reflections with Andy - Scripture, Faith, and Politics
With Election Day approaching, Andy takes a break from the regular devotional series to reflect on politics, Scripture, and Christian faithfulness in a deeply…
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Reflections with Andy - Titus 3 —Titus 3:1–15 — The Freedom of Living for Others
As we finish the book of Titus, Paul reminds us that the Christian life is marked by gentleness, good works, and concern for the communities where God has…
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Sunday Sermon - Worth Fighting For
In our Traditional sermon on October 25, 2026, Andy shares that we have been tested by fire. Together, our best days are yet to come. We can do this. But this…
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Reflections with Andy - Titus 2 — Titus 2:1–15 — Self-Control Is a Fruit of the Spirit
In Titus 2, Paul repeatedly calls the church to lives marked by self-control, goodness, and faithfulness. But Christian self-control is about more than…
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Reflections with Andy - Titus 1:1–16 — Living Under God’s Authority
In Titus 1, Paul leaves Titus with the challenging task of helping bring order to the churches in Crete. As Paul describes the character expected of church…
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Reflections with Andy - 2 Timothy 4:9–22 — The Power of Reconciliation
In the closing verses of 2 Timothy, Paul asks Timothy to bring Mark because he is useful in ministry—a striking moment given the earlier conflict between Paul…
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Reflections with Andy - 2 Timothy 4:1–8 — When Our Ears Need Correcting
In 2 Timothy 4:1–8, Paul urges Timothy to proclaim the truth with patience, endure hardship, and remain faithful even when people would rather hear what…
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Reflections with Andy - 2 Timothy 3: 10-17 – The Gift of Scripture
In 2 Timothy 3:10–17, Paul reminds Timothy that Scripture is inspired by God and equips us for faithful living. This reflection explores the original context…
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Sunday Sermon - May We Do the Same
In our Traditional Message celebrating the 100th Anniversary of our sanctuary, Andy looks at Exodus 13: 20-22. The Lord led the people as a pillar of fire by…
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Reflections with Andy - 2 Timothy 3: 1-9 – Warnings for Our Faith
In 2 Timothy 3:1–9, Paul warns against an outward form of godliness that lacks the transforming power of faith and against continually learning without…
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Reflections with Andy - 2 Timothy 2: 14-26 – Gentleness and Rebellion
In 2 Timothy 2:14–26, Paul urges Timothy to avoid pointless arguments and to treat others with kindness, patience, and gentleness—even when correcting those…
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Reflections with Andy - 2 Timothy 2: 1-13 – My Redeemer is Faithful and True
In 2 Timothy 2:1–13, Paul encourages Timothy to endure hardship, remain faithful to the gospel, and remember that even though Paul may be imprisoned, the Word…
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Reflections with Andy - 2 Timothy 1: 8-18 – I Know Whom I Have Believed
In 2 Timothy 1:8–18, Paul writes about suffering, faithfulness, and the confidence that comes from knowing Jesus Christ. How do we reconcile our belief in a…
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Reflections with Andy - 2 Timothy 1: 1-7 – A Spirit of Power
Today we begin 2 Timothy with Paul’s encouragement to Timothy: God has not given us a spirit of cowardice, but of power, love, and self-discipline. What does…
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Sunday Sermon - Let Us See This Great Thing
In our sermon from October 12, 2026, Andy shares with us from Exodus 3: 1-12. We look at how Moses had to see the great thing that God has done. In the same…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 6: 11-21 – Don’t Be Passive
Today we finish Paul’s first letter to Timothy with a call to active faith. Paul tells Timothy to pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance, and…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 6: 3-10 – The Love of Money and Evil
In 1 Timothy 6:3–10, Paul warns about controversy, discontentment, and the danger of loving money. Today we wrestle with what that means in a world filled with…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 6: 1-2 – Paul, Scripture, and Slavery
Today we tackle one of the difficult passages in 1 Timothy: Paul’s words about slavery in 1 Timothy 6:1–2. How do we understand a passage like this in its…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 5: 17-25 – The Sacredness of the Call
In today’s reflection, Andy looks at 1 Timothy 5:17–25 and Paul’s advice about church leadership, ordination, spiritual formation, and integrity. Andy reflects…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 5: 9-16 – A Call to Service
In today’s reflection from 1 Timothy 5:9–16, we continue Paul’s discussion of widows and the church’s responsibility to care for those in need. But the passage…
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Sunday Sermon - Pass It On
In our sermon from October 4, Andy shares with us from Jeremiah 20: 9-11. We are catching fire here at FUMC Starkville. When we catch fire, we can set our…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 5: 1-8 – Like Family
In 1 Timothy 5:1–8, Paul moves into practical instructions for how Christians should live together. He talks about treating one another as family, speaking…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 4: 6-16 – Faithfulness in Our Inadequacies
In 1 Timothy 4:6–16, Paul encourages Timothy not to let his youth or his perceived inadequacies keep him from leading faithfully. Instead, Timothy is told to…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 4: 1-5 – The Perils of Being Super Holy
In 1 Timothy 4:1–5, Paul warns against a kind of false holiness that focuses on rules, appearances, and denying things God has created rather than allowing…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 3: 14-16 – The Mystery of our Religion
In 1 Timothy 3:14–16, Paul reminds Timothy how we are to live as the household of God and then gives us a beautiful confession about Jesus Christ: revealed in…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 3: 8-13 – You Gotta Serve Somebody
In 1 Timothy 3:8–13, Paul describes the qualities expected of deacons, emphasizing character, faithfulness, integrity, and service. Today we explore the role…
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Sunday Sermon - No Good Thing Ever Dies
In our sermon from September 27, 2026, Andy shares with us from Matthew 25: 31-46. We know that things aren't as they should be. There is such need all around…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 3: 1-8 – Virtues of a Leader
In 1 Timothy 3, Paul gives Timothy a picture of the qualities that should characterize Christian leaders: integrity, hospitality, wisdom, gentleness…
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Reflections with Andy - 1 Timothy 2 – Paul and Women
In 1 Timothy 2, Paul calls Christians to pray for their leaders and reminds us that God desires everyone to come to know the truth. But the chapter also…
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Reflections with Andy -1 Timothy 1: 12-20 – Great Grace
In 1 Timothy 1:12–20, Paul describes himself as the “chief of sinners,” remembering his past as a blasphemer and persecutor of the church—and yet also…
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Reflections with Andy -1 Timothy 1: 1-11 – The Aim of Doctrine
In 1 Timothy 1, Paul urges Timothy to teach sound doctrine and avoid getting caught up in myths, speculation, and meaningless arguments. But Paul also gives us…
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Reflections with Andy - Acts 16: 1-3 – The Important Relationships
As we begin our journey through 1 and 2 Timothy, Titus, and eventually Philemon, we start with the relationship between Paul and Timothy. Timothy was someone…
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Sunday Sermon - Coffee and Jesus
In our Sunday sermon from September 20, 2026, we look at Matthew 6: 5-15. We talk about what a method of prayer looks like, but we know this truth. It's not…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 12 – What Really Matters
We finish our journey through Daniel with chapter 12, a passage that points beyond the difficult events of history toward the hope of resurrection. Daniel…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 11 – Know Your History
In Daniel 11, we encounter war, persecution, suffering, and rulers who seem to have enormous power. But the chapter ultimately reminds us that difficult…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 10 – You are Safe
In Daniel 10, Daniel is overwhelmed by a vision of things that are still to come. He doesn’t know how God’s plan will unfold, and neither do we always…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 9 – Seventy Weeks
In today’s Reflections, we enter Daniel chapter 9, one of the Bible’s most challenging prophetic passages, including Daniel’s famous vision of the “seventy…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 8 – The Path of History
Today we begin Daniel chapter 8 and enter another challenging apocalyptic vision involving kingdoms, a ram, a goat, Alexander the Great, Antiochus IV…
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Sunday Sermon - Broken Ankles and Days of our Lives
In our September 13, 2026 message, Andy shares from 2 Timothy 3:14-16 and 2 Peter 3:14-17. What do we believe about the Bible? What role does it play in our…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 7 – Every Little Thing is Gonna Be Alright
In today’s Reflections, we begin Daniel chapter 7 and enter the challenging world of biblical apocalyptic literature—visions, beasts, kingdoms, judgment, and…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 6: 19-28 – Work for Good
In today’s Rooted Reflections, we finish Daniel 6 and celebrate God’s deliverance of Daniel from the lions’ den. But the story points us toward something…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 6: 10-18 – Daniel’s Courage
In today’s reflection from Daniel 6:10–18, we see Daniel respond to the king’s new law with quiet, consistent faithfulness. Daniel knows the decree has been…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 6: 1-9 – Flattering Lips
In today’s reflection from Daniel 6:1–9, we look at the danger of flattery and the importance of having people in our lives who will lovingly tell us the…
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Reflections with Andy - Labor Day Thoughts – Work and Rest
On this Labor Day reflection, we step away from Daniel for a moment to consider what Scripture teaches us about work and rest. Work was part of God’s good…
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Sunday Sermon - The Hound of Heaven
What do United Methodists believe? It really comes down to one word: Grace. Yes, but what do we really believe about Grace? Join us as we reflect upon…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 5: 13-30- The Path of Daniel
In today’s reflection, we finish Daniel chapter 5 and hear Daniel interpret the writing on the wall for King Belshazzar. Belshazzar offers Daniel power…
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Reflections with Andy - Daniel 5: 1-12 – Aching for the Divine
In today’s reflection from Daniel 5, we look at the famous story of the writing on the wall and, more specifically, at the sacred vessels Belshazzar took from…