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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 - Luke 17: 11-19 - Truly Thankful
In Luke 17:11–19, Jesus heals ten lepers who cry out for mercy, but only one — a Samaritan — returns to give thanks. This story beautifully reminds us that…
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Sunday Sermon - The Apple of God's Eye
In our Traditional message from November 9, 2025, Andy shares with us form Psalm 17. We see that we are the apple of God's eye. He will defend and He will…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 17: 1-10 - Accountable in Love
In Luke 17:1–10, Jesus turns from the crowds to His disciples with a few short but powerful lessons about how to live faithfully. He warns us not to cause…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 16: 19-31 - Looking Past People
This parable of the rich man and Lazarus reminds us how easy it is to overlook people right in front of us. The rich man had everything but missed what…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 16: 14-18 - Using Scripture Well
This passage shows us how easy it is to miss the heart of God’s Word. The Pharisees loved money and used the law to justify themselves, twisting it whenever it…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 16: 1-13 - The Good and Dishonest Manager
This parable can be confusing at first, but when you step back, it’s really about stewardship and the heart. The “dishonest” manager isn’t praised for being…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 15: 11-32 - The Lost Son, Part Two
In Luke 15, Jesus’ parable of the Prodigal Son shows us what grace really looks like. The younger son demands his inheritance early, squanders it in wild…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 15: 11-32 - The Lost Son, Part One
In Luke 15, Jesus tells the story of the lost son—or really, the lost sons—to show us the depth of the Father’s love. The younger son rebels, squanders…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 15: 8-10 - The Lost Coin
In Luke 15, Jesus tells another “parable of lost things”—this time about a woman who loses one of her ten silver coins and searches tirelessly until she finds…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 15: 1-7 - The Lost Sheep
Luke 15 opens heaven’s heart, showing us God’s relentless love through stories of lost things — a sheep, a coin, and two sons. When the Pharisees grumbled that…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 14: 34-35 - Stay Salty
In Luke 14:34–35, Jesus says, “Salt is good, but if salt loses its taste, how can its saltiness be restored?” It’s a short passage, but it packs a punch. Salt…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 14: 25-33 - Taking Up our Cross
In Luke 14:25–33, Jesus reminds us that following Him isn’t something we do halfway — it’s a full commitment. He says we must “hate” our family and even our…
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Sunday Sermon - Son of Encouragement
In our Traditional sermon from October 26, 2025, Andy shares his favorite Biblical character, Barnabas. Barnabas is called the Son of Encouragement because he…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 14: 15-24 - The Invitation
In Luke 14:15–24, Jesus tells a story about a great banquet where everyone’s invited, but most of the original guests make excuses and don’t show up. So the…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 14: 7-14 - Humility and Power
This morning in Luke 14:7–14, Jesus uses a dinner party to teach us a powerful lesson about humility and the dangers of power. He notices how guests scramble…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 14: 1-6 - A Life Close to Holiness
In Luke 14; 1-6, Jesus heals a man on the Sabbath while dining at a Pharisee’s house, knowing full well they’re watching to see if He’ll “break” the law. But…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 13: 31-35 - God’s Heart for People
In Luke 13:31–35, we see one of the most tender and heartbreaking moments in Jesus’ ministry. When He laments over Jerusalem, saying, “How often I have longed…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 13: 22-30 - A Grace Driven Lifestyle
In today’s passage from Luke 13:22–30, Jesus teaches about the narrow door, reminding us that faith isn’t about proximity to Him or checking the right…
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Sunday Sermon - Look Around
In our sermon from October 19, Andy shares with us from Luke 8 1-3. We see how Mary and the other women gave to Jesus because they were thankful. Jesus has…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 13: 18-21 - The Kingdom Makes a Way
God’s Kingdom rarely shows up in big, flashy ways—it starts small, like a mustard seed or a pinch of yeast. But those little moments of faithfulness, kindness…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 13: 10-17 - What Correct Doctrine Looks Like
In Luke 13:10–17, Jesus heals a woman who had been crippled for eighteen years, doing so intentionally on the Sabbath to challenge the rigid interpretations of…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 13: 1-9 - The Divine Scorekeeper?
In Luke 13:1–9, Jesus responds to news of two tragedies—the Galileans killed by Pilate and the people crushed when the tower of Siloam fell—by rejecting the…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 12: 54-59 - Pay Attention
In Luke 12:54–59, Jesus challenges the crowd for being able to read the weather but missing the spiritual signs right in front of them. It’s a reminder for us…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 12: 49-53 - At a Cost
In Luke 12:49–53, Jesus says he came not to bring peace but division, reminding us that following him always requires a choice—and real choices have…
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Sunday Sermon - The More You Know
In our message from October 12, 2025, Andy shares with us from Genesis 14:17-24. Where does tithing come from? Why is it important? We see Abram gives 10% of…
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Sunday Sermon - On the Use of Money
In our Traditional message from October 5, 2025, Andy shares with us from 1 Timothy 6:3-10. Wesley told the early Methodists to "earn all you can, save all you…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 12: 41-48 - Mysteries and Faithfulness
Jesus’ parable reminds us that we’re accountable for what we know, and that “to whom much has been given, much will be required.” We don’t have to figure out…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 12: 35-40 - Like a Thief in the Night
Jesus reminds us to stay ready because no one knows the hour of his return. We’ve all seen predictions come and go—rapture dates, doomsday calendars, TikTok…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 12: 22-34 - What Does Worry Accomplish
Today’s passage reminds us that God already knows what we need, so worrying won’t add anything to our lives—it only drains us. Jesus tells us not to get caught…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 12: 13-21 - You Can’t Take it With You
Today’s passage reminds us that abundance isn’t the problem—selfishness is. The rich man wasn’t called a fool because his land produced a good crop, but…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 12: 1-12 - The Spirit
In Luke 12:1–12, Jesus reminds us that God sees everything, and yet still loves us. Hypocrisy hides nothing from him. Fear of people can’t compare to trusting…
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Sunday Sermon - Scripture Way of Salvation: Sanctifying Grace
Our sermon got dropped today. Andy gives us a quick recap of the sermon. We see that holiness is love when God sanctifies us through His grace, we are able to…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 11: 37-54 - Woes
In this passage, Jesus calls out the Pharisees and lawyers for turning faith into a show and a burden. The Pharisees looked good on the outside but their…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 11: 33-36 - Inside Out
Jesus reminds us that our eyes reflect what’s happening inside our hearts—if we’re full of light, it will shine out, but if we’re full of darkness, that will…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 11: 29-32 - Trust and Obey
In this passage, Jesus tells the crowds that no more signs will be given except the sign of Jonah—pointing to his own death and resurrection as the ultimate…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 11: 24-28 - Focus on the Light
In this passage, Jesus warns that it’s not enough to just cast out evil or avoid sin—if our lives remain empty, sin will creep back in even stronger. Instead…
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Sunday Sermon - The Scripture Way of Salvation: Justifying Grace
As part of our series "The Scripture Way of Salvation," we look at Justifying Grace. This form of grace is what we see in "getting saved," or a "profession of…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 11: 14-23 - God Comes Near
In Luke 11:14–23, Jesus casts out a demon, and while the miracle itself is brief, the real focus is on his teaching that follows. When accused of working by…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 11: 5-13 - A Key Passage for Me
In Luke 11:5–13, Jesus reminds us of God’s deep generosity and love. Just as earthly parents naturally give good gifts to their children, our heavenly…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 11: 1-4 - Teach Us to Pray
The Lord’s Prayer teaches us to depend on God for today’s provision, to let forgiveness flow through us to others, and to remember that prayer can be both…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 10: 38-42 - Mary and Martha
In Luke 10:38–42, we meet Martha, busy with hosting duties, and Mary, sitting at Jesus’ feet to listen. Martha deserves credit for welcoming Jesus, but she…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 10: 21-24 - The Good Samaritan
In Luke 10:25–37, Jesus answers the lawyer’s question, “Who is my neighbor?” with the parable of the Good Samaritan, where the unlikely hero is not a priest or…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 10: 21-24 - What We Get to See
In Luke 10:21–24, Jesus celebrates that God reveals His kingdom not to the “wise” but to the humble, and he reminds the disciples they are experiencing what…
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Sunday Sermon - The Scripture Way of Salvation: Prevenient Grace
In our series on Wesley's understanding of Salvation, "The Scripture Way of Salvation," we talk about Prevenient Grace, the grace that goes before our…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 10: 17-20 - Our Identity
In a week marked by tragedy and anxiety, we’re reminded that while we can’t control the whole world, we can control how we respond—choosing good over despair…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 10: 13-16 - Consequences
In Luke 10:13–16, Jesus pronounces woes on Chorazin, Bethsaida, and Capernaum—towns that witnessed his miracles yet rejected him—saying their judgment will be…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 10: 1-12 - Community and Context
In Luke 10:1–12, Jesus sends out seventy followers to prepare the way for his coming, teaching them to travel lightly, offer peace, accept hospitality, and…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 57-62 - Excuses
In Luke 9:57–62, Jesus challenges would-be followers who hesitate with excuses—whether comfort, family duties, or other priorities—and reminds them that…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 49-56 - Oh the Love of Jesus
In Luke 9:49–56, Jesus teaches his disciples two important lessons about doing good and responding to rejection. When they try to stop someone outside their…
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Sunday Sermon - The Alls
This month, we will be looking at what it is that United Methodists believe about salvation. We'll look at what Wesley called "The Scripture Way of Salvation."…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 46-48 - True Greatness
In Luke 9:46–48, right after Jesus speaks of His coming betrayal, the disciples argue about who among them is greatest—a striking picture of human nature…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 37-45 - Number Your Days
In Luke 9:37–45, Jesus heals a boy tormented by a spirit after the disciples could not, and the crowd marvels at God’s greatness—but in that very moment of…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 28-36 - The Transfiguration
In today’s passage, the Transfiguration in Luke 9:28–36, we catch a glimpse of Jesus in his true glory, shining with majesty as Moses and Elijah stand beside…
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Reflections with Andy - Hebrew 3: 16- 4:10 - Rest
Today is more than just a break from work; it serves as a reminder of the deeper need for both physical and spiritual rest. Scripture illustrates this truth…
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Sunday Sermon - Calm in the Storm
In our final sermon from our Three Simple Rules series, we look at Matthew 8:23-27. We see Jesus calm the storm. Where in our lives do we find God? Build your…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 18-27 - The Way of Jesus
In Luke 9:18–27, Peter rightly confesses Jesus as the Messiah, but Jesus immediately redefines what that means: the Messiah must suffer, die, and rise again…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 10-17 - What is Your Job?
In Luke 9:10–17, Jesus feeds the 5,000 with just five loaves and two fish, showing that He cares for the whole person—teaching, healing, and providing for…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 7-9 - Perplexed
In Luke 9:7–9, Herod is confused by Jesus, hearing rumors that He might be John the Baptist raised from the dead, Elijah, or another prophet. Unlike Matthew…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 9: 1-6 - The Kingdom of God
In Luke 9:1–6, Jesus gives His disciples power and authority, sending them out to proclaim the kingdom of God and heal, relying not on their own resources but…
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Reflections with Andy - Luke 8: 40-56 - Give it to Jesus
In Luke 8:40–56, we see two powerful healings woven together—Jesus restores a bleeding woman who had suffered for twelve years and raises Jairus’s…