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The FMC Radio Show-- Your Officially Unofficial Source for All Things Free Methodist

The officially unofficial source for all things Free Methodist.

Further podcasts by Josh Avery, Free Methodist Elder in the Ohio Conference

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The FMC Radio Show-- Your Officially Unofficial Source for All Things Free Methodist
#166 Loving from Where We Stand (with Elijah Drake & Bruce Cromwell) from 2021-09-20T10:00

Buy Bruce’s book: https://freemethodistbooks.com/product/loving-from-where-we-stand-a-call-to-biblically-faithful-ministry-with-the-lgbtq-community

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#165 First Annual Justice Summit Recap from 2021-09-13T17:16:32

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#164 How to Love Your LGBTQ Neighbor from 2021-08-16T10:00

https://www.justicenetworkfmc.org/events Contact Elijah via Twitter: @personhoodlives

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#163 Can a Christian Identify as Gay? (with CMC Elijah Drake) from 2021-08-09T12:21:01

Read Elijah’s undergrad thesis: https://docsend.com/view/ukzxxf3iwbthf8wc

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#162 Gay, Celibate, Christian (with CMC Elijah Drake) from 2021-08-02T10:00

Follow Elijah on Twitter: @edwardversaii @personhoodlives www.facebook.com/FMCRadio

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FMC Radio Update! from 2021-06-10T17:08:27

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#161 Help Us Sing These Songs of Freedom (with Diane Castle) from 2021-01-29T19:29

Over the course of the past 8 episodes, we’ve seen endless examples of those who have engaged in the work of helping vulnerable people. Where might you fit into this song of freedom? “Look Again” ...

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#160 Belong for the Vulnerable in Hungary (with Zsuzsa Mecseri-McNamara) from 2021-01-29T19:23:32

Let’s travel outside the borders of America to visit Zsuzsa, the Hungary Set Free Team leader who is working to prevent exploitation of the at risk kids in her community! Email Zsuzsa: setfreehung...

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#159 Common Grounds Towards Community & Freedom (with Jeff Foster) from 2021-01-29T19:21:28

Nov 16th, 2020 Jeff Foster is in the business of creating community— one cup of coffee at a time. Common Grounds sells fair trade coffee, but it’s also changing lives and preventing human trafficki...

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#158 Bright Future for Foster Children (with Tammy Dindoffer of MyPlace Jackson) from 2021-01-29T19:17:21

Tammy and her team at MyPlace in Jackson, Michigan are providing bright futures for foster children. Join us as we discuss why foster kids are at a higher risk to become victims and what can be don...

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#157 Bringing Meals to the Strip Clubs (with Set Free Movement leader Kevin Austin) from 2021-01-29T19:15:46

Today Set Free Movement leader Kevin Austin interviews Josh about the team operating in Youngstown, Ohio about their work inside area strip clubs, where they bring gifts, meals, and hope to women a...

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#156 Undercover in the Brothels (with David Zach from Remedy Drive) from 2021-01-29T19:12:30

David Zach of the band Remedy Drive isn’t just writing songs against human trafficking— he’s going undercover in the brothels overseas to find and free those who are in slavery. Listen today as he ...

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#155 Trafficking, Pornography, and You (with Amanda Phillips of Set Free Macon County) from 2021-01-29T18:18:44

In our second of eight episodes, we talk with Amanda Phillips from Set Free Macon County about how pornography ties into human trafficking, how even “free sites” can contribute to the problem, and ...

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#154 Brighter than Apathy (with Set Free Movement Leader Kevin Austin) from 2021-01-29T18:17:09

In the first of eight episodes in the direction of freedom, we speak to Kevin Austin about McDonalds activism, the danger of apathy, and the hope and power of community. www.setfreemovement.com M...

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#153 The Struggle is Not New (with Michael Traylor) from 2021-01-29T18:12:55

Superintendent Michael Traylor joins us to discuss how racial justice could be possible within the context of hundreds of years of injustices. What’s different in recent movements that has largely ...

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#152 A Disturbance at the Pool: The Third Sign (John 5:1-18 Bible Study) from 2021-01-29T18:07:18

An invalid man sits by a legendary pool, hoping to get healed after 38 years. But he’s about to meet someone who can do what the pool never could... how will he respond? Leave a voicemail for the ...

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#151 The Break-In at Moundford FM Church (with Pastor Paul Alf) from 2021-01-29T18:05:39

Pastor Paul Alf wasn’t concerned as he headed to the church building a few weeks ago to check on an alarm that had been triggered, but what he found was devastating. Moundford Free Methodist Church...

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#150 Remember & Empower (Brian Warth GC19) from 2021-01-29T18:03:55

At age 16, Brian Warth was tried as an adult and sent to prison for life for his involvement in the shooting of a rival gang member. But God had greater plans for his life, and last summer Brian st...

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#149 Divine Equipping (with Rachel Duncan) from 2021-01-29T18:01:45

16 year old Rachel Duncan was asked to lead her church’s youth group. But how would she be prepared or equipped for such a task, still being in high school herself? Would it even be possible? Leav...

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#148 The Problem of Wineskins (with Howard Snyder) from 2021-01-29T14:29:08

In 1975, Howard Snyder wrote The Problem of Wineskins— and although its been 45 years since then, the message is even more relevant today. After this pandemic, will we attempt to put new wine into ...

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#147 Scripture to Music (with Jason Silver) from 2021-01-29T14:21:55

There’s something about music that can reach the human soul quicker than spoken word or sermon. Today we talk to Jason Silver, who has been using Scripture to create music for years, about doubt, f...

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#146 Frenetic Busyness vs. Essential Community (with Bishop Linda Adams) from 2021-01-29T14:20:53

Bishop Linda Adams was elected as the first female Bishop of the FMC-USA in June. Since then, many changes have affected her life— both personally and worldwide. Is there any added pressure due to ...

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#145 Our Window of Opportunity (with Bishop Keith Cowart) from 2021-01-29T14:19:54

Join Josh and Bishop Keith Cowart as we discuss the South, missions as a spiritual discipline, and a behind the scenes view into the recent decision to request that all Free Methodist USA churches ...

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#144 Vital Dependence Upon God (with Bishop Matt Whitehead) from 2021-01-29T14:18:14

Today we are joined by Bishop Matt Whitehead as we discuss his take on the GC19 election, the past few months in his new role, and the opportunities available to the church during the coronavirus o...

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#143 Miracles Aren’t Everything: The Second Sign (John 4:43-54 Bible Study) from 2021-01-29T14:14:11

What does Jesus think about faith based upon miracles? Is there a danger to putting too much of a focus on signs and wonders? Today we take a look at the second sign recorded in the Gospel of John!...

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#142 Race & Gender in Film (with Heather Baker Utley & Denny Wayman) from 2021-01-29T14:13:08

While many early films featured white male directors and male main characters (or a princess being saved by the male character), diversity in modern film has allowed Hollywood to tell new stories. ...

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#141 Hope is the Anthem: The Church’s Response to Corona Virus from 2021-01-29T14:11:39

As things transform daily all around the world due to the spread of cv19, churches are changing, adapting, and deciding how to best reach out the the world around them. Today Josh and Carissa discu...

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#140 Special Friends at Warm Beach Camp (with Development Director Jessica Wilson) from 2021-01-29T14:06:07

After reading about Special Friends Camp in the January edition of Light and Life Magazine, we wanted to dive even deeper into what makes this camp in Washington a beautiful image of the Kingdom of...

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#139 The Freedoms We Embrace: The Sequel from 2021-01-29T14:04:54

After 3 years and 138 episodes, we figured it would be good to do what every movie studio seems to be doing.... create a sequel to our original installment! Today, we discuss three freedoms that ar...

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#138 History Transforms the Present (with Mindi Grieser Cromwell) from 2021-01-29T14:03:36

Mindi Grieser Cromwell works with Marston Memorial Historical Center to uncover our Free Methodist past, but dusting off the books of history isn’t where the process ends. Join us as we learn the s...

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#137 Follow the Cryptic Clues: The First Sign (John 2:1-12 Bible Study) from 2021-01-29T13:43:57

It took us three years, but we recently wrapped up teaching through the entire book of James via the podcast. Join us now as we begin a new Scripture study over the course of the next few months, d...

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#136 The First Multi-Season Show About the Life of Jesus (with The Chosen Director Dallas Jenkins) from 2021-01-29T13:42:40

Having spent a lifetime in the Church, Dallas Jenkins realized what many of us have also admitted: movies and mini-series about the life of Jesus are often limited, cheesy, or a combination of both...

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#135 The Work of Christ in Hungary (with Gerry McNamara, FM Missionary) from 2021-01-29T13:23:12

For over 20 years, God has stationed Free Methodist missionary Gerry McNamara in the country of Hungary. Today, Gerry joins us to talk about the current work of the churches, the reality of pastora...

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#134 United Methodist Divisions & Free Methodist Additions from 2021-01-29T00:48:35

Over the last several years, endless news reports of divisions within the United Methodist Church over human sexuality have surfaced. Now, those divisions may result in churches being added to the ...

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#133 Free Methodist 2019 Year in Review from 2021-01-29T00:35:42

Quite a bit happened in 2019– and today we’re attempting to recap the Free Methodist year, as well as look forward to a few upcoming aspects of 2020 we’re most excited about! Join the Free Methodi...

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#132 Dark Shadows & Christmas Cheer from 2021-01-29T00:29:40

Is “happiness and cheer” just a lyric to a Christmas song? Is there any hope in today’s dark world? Can we truly celebrate Christmas with real joy in the midst of continued devastation, deception, ...

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#131 Grief and Lament at Christmas (with Carlene Nisley) from 2021-01-29T00:21:09

Over the course of her life, Pastor Carlene Nisley has prayed a simple prayer: “God, I want all you have for me.” When her husband unexpectedly died in September of 2018, she was forced to submit t...

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#130 The Christmas Witch from 2021-01-29T00:12:55

You’re familiar with the legend of Santa, but have you heard of the incredibly moving story of La Bafana, the gift-giving Witch in Italy? Today we begin a multiple week series on Christmas as we se...

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#129 Twenty-Twenty Vision (with Ray Babcock of ICCM) from 2021-01-28T18:32:26

With the transition to a brand new director in October, International Child Care Ministries is progressing even further into their 2020 Vision... but what is the ultimate goal of the vision, and ho...

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#128 Healthy Harvest (with urban missionary Kim Roth) from 2019-11-25T15:48:48

How do we take part in breaking the harmful cycles that have surfaced in others’ lives? Is there any purpose to engaging “psychological healing,” or should we just focus on the spiritual? Is it pos...

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#127 The Prayer Offered in Faith (James 5:13-20 Bible Study) from 2019-11-19T14:26:54

It’s time for our final journey into the book of James! Join us as we conclude this ongoing 3 year study of a book that refocuses us on action, not just words. Today, we learn about effective praye...

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#126 An Unreserved, Scriptural Attitude Towards Worship [Worship is More Than a Song Series] (with Brian Walrath) from 2019-11-11T14:32:53

We conclude this chapter of our series on worship by talking to Brian Walrath, a professor at Spring Arbor University who helps us navigate the Scriptural definition of true worship. How do modern ...

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#125 Halloween is a Christian Holiday [Worship is More Than a Song Series (with Jaymes Lackey)] from 2019-11-04T13:58:36

To some Christians, Halloween is a day that celebrates evil, the devil, and other nefarious practices. But what if Halloween was meant to be so much more— a lost practice amongst many churches that...

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#124 Imagining Liturgy for a New Generation [Worship is More Than a Song Series] (with Topher Noyes) from 2019-10-28T13:11:07

Some in the modern Church have described liturgy as an ancient, outdated form of worship. But what if we all experience liturgy all the time without even realizing it.. and what if liturgy were a w...

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#123 Blessed is the Worship of the Persecuted [Worship is More Than a Song Series] (with Soo Ji Alvarez) from 2019-10-21T13:26:38

Our conversation on worship continues with Soo Ji Alvarez as we discuss multi-cultural worship integration, worship in the persecuted church, and more! Read the Sept 2018 Light and Life article on ...

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#122 Authentic Worship [Worship is More Than a Song Series] (with Ephram Wilkoff) from 2019-10-14T13:23:36

In the first of a new series on worship, we talk to Ephram Wilkoff from Edgewood Church in New York about the nature of authentic worship. For a Christian, what parts of life constitute worship? Wh...

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#121 Mechanics on a Mission (with Mech Men & Chris Pulice) from 2019-10-07T13:19:41

People from West Africa have arrived in great numbers to fill American Free Methodist Churches... but often, there’s a big problem with transportation. When Adam went to his pastor with an idea, Me...

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#120 What's the Deal with Social Justice? (with Katherine Callahan-Howell) from 2019-09-30T12:49:58

Kathy Callahan-Howell joins us as we discuss social justice, race, incarceration, and recap the second annual Embrace All Conference! Listen to the Embrace All Spotify playlist: https://open.spotif...

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#119 Teach in the Direction of Freedom (with Felicia George from Set Free Monterey Bay) from 2019-09-23T13:40:23

Felicia George has spent the last several years in local schools, teaching youth about the risks of human trafficking and modern day slavery. Today she joins us to share some of her wisdom and know...

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#118 Discipleship Ecosystem (with Denny Wayman) from 2019-09-16T13:21:51

If you’ve been in the church for some time, you’ve likely heard of the fruit of the Spirit. But how do we actually grow these fruits— love, joy, peace, and the rest? And further, how do we contrast...

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#117 Future is Bright, Purpose is Clear, God is Sufficient (Bishop Elect Matt Whitehead GC19) from 2019-09-09T13:31:50

Whether you’re listening for the first time or coming back for a second since GC19, the powerful words of Bishop Elect Matt Whitehead will strength and empower you today! Check out Kerri Rawson’s b...

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#116 If Your Presence Does Not Go With Us (Bishop Elect Keith Cowart GC19) from 2019-09-02T13:49:21

Bishop Elect Keith Cowart brings us a message today on our need for the presence of God as individuals and as Free Methodists moving into the future... Register for Embrace All Conference in Roches...

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#115 The Day of Slaughter (James 5:1-12 Bible Study) from 2019-08-26T12:09:33

Come along as we examine our penultimate passage of the book of James! It’s all about the rich, the poor who suffer under them... and... swearing oaths, apparently? Join the Free Methodist Worldwid...

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#114 Our Oneness in Christ (Bishop Elect Linda Adams GC19) from 2019-08-19T13:39:50

Travel back to Friday of GC19 with us as we hear from Linda Adams, Bishop-Elect of the Free Methodist Church USA! https://lightandlifemagazine.com/gc19-issue-online-exclusive/ https://www.westmorr...

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#113 Living to the Fullest (with Lisa Haglund of Heritage Ministries) from 2019-08-05T13:18:55

Being a disciple of Christ in the years after retirement, dealing with a diagnosis of coming memory loss, and.... robot cats?!? Join us as we discuss all these things and more with Lisa Haglund, th...

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#112 Buckets of Hope (with founders Bob and Kathy Wilson) from 2019-07-29T13:27:53

----more----When Bob and Kathy Wilson saw the amazing response to a basketball fundraising event at their local church, they knew the vision needed to be shared on a larger scale. Buckets of Hope o...

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#111 Top 10 Memories of FMCGC19 from 2019-07-22T16:25:35

There was quite a bit packed into the week of FMC General Conference 2019, but there were clearly definable moments that stood out amongst the rest. Today we recap our favorite ten moments and memo...

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FMC General Conference RECAP DAY 5 from 2019-07-20T02:41:19

Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FMC-USA Please like the show page at www.facebook.com/fmcradio and follow us on Twitter @FmcRadioShow Email Josh: josh@befreemc.org

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FMC General Conference RECAP DAY 4 from 2019-07-19T02:34:24

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FMC General Conference RECAP DAY 3 from 2019-07-18T02:46:05

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Tribute to Our Retiring Bishops from 2019-07-17T20:56:14

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BREAKING-- NEW BISHOPS ELECTED from 2019-07-17T15:20:01

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FMC General Conference RECAP DAY 2 from 2019-07-17T01:40:09

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FMC General Conference RECAP DAY 1 from 2019-07-16T01:58:02

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#110 Spiritual Development, Ethnic Reconciliation, Cultural Engagement, & more! (Focus Groups at GC19] from 2019-07-08T17:45:53

In just one week, Free Methodists from around the globe will gather in Orlando! This week, we dive into the twelve separate focus groups that will take place over the course of three days. All twel...

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Kenneth Martin (Interviews with Bishop Nominees) from 2019-07-02T23:42:02

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Jason Garcia (Interviews with Bishop Nominees) from 2019-07-02T23:39:27

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BREAKING: Bruce Cromwell to Present Alternative Resolution to Delegates at GC19 from 2019-07-02T16:51:28

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#109 Death to the Death Penalty (Resolution 305) from 2019-07-01T16:36:28

General Conference is fast approaching, and one of the resolutions delegates will vote upon involves adding a stance against the death penalty to the Book of Discipline. Today we use the Wesleyan Q...

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#108 Tell Me Your FM Story (with Zhonda Haase) from 2019-06-24T12:48:39

When we stop to listen to each other’s stories, we gain wider perspectives, discover shared lives, and journey deeper. Listen as we talk to Zhonda Haase, a woman in the Ohio Conference who has expe...

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#107 ROOTS (FreeMo Kids with Christie Kessinger) from 2019-06-10T14:20:21

ROOTS is a brand new resource for kids available through Light and Life Publishing, designed to fuel the fires of a deep, authentic experience with God. Listen as we dive deep into children’s minis...

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#106 Missions, Movies, and Meetups: The Special Events at GC19 from 2019-06-03T15:51:58

In addition to all of the sessions and breakout groups coming to General Conference, each day offers exciting additional opportunities. From celebratory dinners to meet ups with old friends (and wh...

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#105 Enhearten & Identify Unseen Leaders (with Jenny Switkes) from 2019-05-27T12:33:56

Jenny Switkes believes we have untapped resources and unseen leaders just under the surface all around the world... and she’s founded an amazing ministry called Enhearten to identify and serve them...

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#104 Navigating the Magic, the Airports, & the Insanity: A Guide to Orlando from 2019-05-20T15:39:30

What’s the best way to get to General Conference from your airport? Should you rent a car if you need supplies during the week? What might you want to add on to your trip to Orlando? We’ve got some...

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#103 The God Squad (with Faith Community Church) from 2019-05-13T01:33:20

A revival seems to be happening at the Faith Community Church in Ohio, but it’s not starting amongst the adults... Learn more about the Immigration Prayer Summit: https://fmcusa.org/blog/2019/05/02...

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#102 Follow Her Lead (with Bishop David Kendall) from 2019-05-06T12:45:46

David Kendall will soon be stepping down from the role of Bishop after 11 faithful years. Listen as he joins us to discuss life after the work of a Bishop and his new book on women in leadership, F...

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#101 Marketplace Manna (with Bulgaria Missionary Al Mellinger) from 2019-04-29T13:10:41

For twelve years, Al and Diane Mellinger have worked to spread the Gospel in Bulgaria. Now they’ve founded Marketplace Manna, a ministry that will effectively create living wages for people in Bulg...

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#100 Top 10 Downloaded Episodes of FMC Radio from 2019-04-22T15:18:59

Today we celebrate 100 episodes of the podcast by revealing the top ten most downloaded episodes, with updates, further discussion, and more! www.juniaproject.com Leave a voicemail for the show by...

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Matt Whitehead (Interviews with Bishop Nominees) from 2019-04-15T13:19:51

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Keith Cowart (Interviews with Bishop Nominees) from 2019-04-15T13:19:11

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Brad Button (Interviews with Bishop Nominees) from 2019-04-15T13:18:36

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Linda Adams (Interviews with Bishop Nominees) from 2019-04-15T13:17:39

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#099 The Forgotten Stories of BT Roberts (with Paul Patton from Spring Arbor University) from 2019-04-08T12:30:27

Have you heard about the time BT Roberts, founder of the Free Methodist Church, faced a racist on a train? Or how about the story of when he came across two teenage prostitutes and decided to risk ...

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Update for April 1, 2019 from 2019-04-01T12:07:56

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#098 Perfect Love Casts Out Fear from 2019-03-25T14:03:23

While we might define the opposite of love as hate, Scripture seems to contrast love with fear. When we’re not living into the identity God gives us, we’re living in fear— fear of status, fear of s...

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#097 All Such Boasting is Evil (James 4:13-17 Bible Study) from 2019-03-18T14:53:11

We all make plans for personal life, business, and pleasure... but are your plans self-centered or God centered? The answer might be apparent to you, but you might also find that the apostle James ...

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#096 Free Methodist Games are Imminent! (with Missionary Larry Winckles) from 2019-03-11T13:08:15

You may have played games inside of your Free Methodist Church, but have you ever played a Free Methodist game? In just a few months at General Conference, Larry Winckles and his team will unveil t...

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#095 Whole Kids in the Whole World (with Katie Sawade Hall) from 2019-03-04T13:35:52

Many church kids programs are pretty standard: lesson, craft, songs, etc... but GC19 is going to blow the lid off of traditional children’s programming. From international guests to meaningful mome...

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#094 The GC19 Youth Summit (with Jeremy Lefler) from 2019-02-25T13:54:03

There are so many opportunities packed into the handful of days known as Free Methodist General Conference 2019. Today, we travel down yet another of the paths available at GC19, exploring deeper w...

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#093 Family Camp at a Resort (GC19 Preview with Larry Roberts) from 2019-02-18T14:06:45

General Conference is quickly approaching, and this year looks to be the largest gathering of Free Methodists yet... with something offered for the entire family! Listen as we discuss everything fr...

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#092 Following God to Columbia (with Thad Roller) from 2019-02-11T13:05:06

By the end of this year, Thad Roller hopes to be on a new adventure with his family— as a new Free Methodist missionary in Columbia! Visit the Roller’s FMWM Page: http://fmcusa.org/fmmissions/thad-...

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#091 Four Countries; One Mission (with Jonathan Eccles-- GC19 Mission Trips) from 2019-02-04T13:33:46

Meeting for General Conference in Orlando this summer will offer many exciting possibilities, and the four mission trips surrounding the event are no different. Join us as we talk to Jonathan Eccle...

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#090 The Second Scriptures (with Kristen Bennett Marble) from 2019-01-28T13:07:25

Some of the New Testament can be confusing— supposed discrepancies within the Gospels... not to mention the mysterious and seemingly terrifying book of Revelation! Kristen Bennett Marble returns to...

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#089 Only When It Is Dark Enough Can You See the Stars (Martin Luther King JR's Final Speech) from 2019-01-21T15:23:49

On April 3, 1968 Martin Luther King Jr delivered his final speech. Today, there is still much to be learned— not only from history but from a message of nonviolence and an urgency to the need of ot...

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#088 Adulterous People & a Hatred Towards God (James 4:1-12 Bible Study) from 2019-01-14T15:29:20

Are you living for present pleasure or are you following the 10 Commandments of James? Today we’ll explore James 4:1-12 and learn that anyone who embraces the pleasures of the world not only shows ...

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#087 Live Just; Live Fair (with Rose of SEED) from 2019-01-07T14:28:34

How can we live justly and fairly towards our neighbors in our community and around the world? Rose of SEED joins us to discuss how products, investments, and micro-enterprises are transforming com...

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#086 Free Methodist 2018 Year in Review from 2018-12-31T14:57:01

This year has seen many exciting updates and progress from FMC ministries around the world! Join us as we recap 2018 and look forward to 2019... To write a check to the Israel FMC project: Write a...

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#085 Two Turtle Doves from 2018-12-24T13:36:46

Two turtle doves show up in Christmas songs and movies, and are said to represent friendship and love... but what in the world do two birds have to do with anything related to Christmas? As it turn...

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#084 Responding to the Devastating Camp Fire (with Chaplain Jeremy Carr) from 2018-12-17T13:59:32

The recent camp fire in California caused massive devastation and loss of property, homes, and even people. When Chaplain Jeremy Carr arrived on the scene, he witnessed a few things he will never f...

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#083 One Hundred and Fifty Years of Light and Life Magazine (with Jeff Finley) from 2018-12-10T13:58:59

Celebrate 150 years of Light and Life Magazine with managing editor Jeff Finley! Visit Light and Life online: http://fmcusa.org/lightandlifemag/ Leave a voicemail for the show by calling: (914) FM...

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#082 The Man Behind Social Media's BT Roberts (with Pastor Jaymes Lackey) from 2018-12-03T15:04:48

For the past seven years, Pastor Jaymes Lackey has been posting as FMC founder BT Roberts on social media sites. But why did he start this endeavor, and what has it taught him along the way? He joi...

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#081 Inviting Marshall University to Thanksgiving Dinner (with Pastor & Professor Larry Bailey) from 2018-11-26T15:24:28

Pastor Larry Bailey just went viral on Yahoo for extending a Thanksgiving invitation to the entire student body of Marshall University. Today he’s talking about the invite— and the time an illegal ...

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#080 Fresh Eyes on Prayer (with Doug Newton of the FMC National Prayer Ministry) from 2018-11-19T14:57:56

If you felt like God was telling you to drive 2 hours to confront a man you’d only met a handful of times about an affair you didn’t even know existed, would you do it? That’s the scenario Doug New...

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#079 Bitter Envy & Selfish Ambition (James 3:13-18 Bible Study) from 2018-11-12T16:31:59

All of us probably assume we’re living with the correct kind of wisdom in our lives, but is it possible areas of our lives have been corrupted with false wisdom? James leads us to two areas that ha...

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#078 Cuba, Community, and Our Native Tongue (Do it For the Story) from 2018-11-04T22:57:21

Welcome to the second installment of a project called Do It For the Story. God is writing a story through your life-- what will your next chapter be? In this episode, we’ll hear about a woman who’s...

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#077 Sex, Porn, and the Elephant in the Pew from 2018-10-15T16:12:54

Today we’re addressing the elephant in the pew— the truth behind the porn industry, as well as a look at what the FMC Book of Discipline has to say about the issue... and ultimately we’ll consider ...

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#076 The Factor of One (with Mike Leonard of The Today Show and InCommon) from 2018-10-08T13:20:47

For 30+ years on The Today Show, Mike Leonard reported on the average everyday individual. Mike believes that it’s those supposedly “little moments” that are (in actuality) bigger than anything els...

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#075 Multiply Ministries (with Justin Ross of The Story Project) from 2018-10-01T13:52:21

Eighth episode of our nine strategic priorities series... when you think about multiplying ministries, you might think of starting a new church plant or expanding a current outreach— but Pastor Jus...

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#074 Help Us Act Justly (Set Free Movement 2018 with Kevin Austin) from 2018-09-24T12:41:31

Kevin Austin returns to give us updates on the Set Free Movement, the upcoming Freedom Sunday, and a glimpse into what’s happening around the world! Read Phyllis’ blog: https://phyllis-sortor-schoo...

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#073 Hospitality & the Holy Spirit (with Pastor Jamin Bradley) from 2018-09-17T15:30:21

Jamin Bradley joins us to talk about 1208GREENWOOD, the meaning of Dinner Church, hospitality, and the Holy Spirit! The story Jamin referred to is in 2 Kings 4:38-41. Jamin’s latest book: https://w...

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URGENT PRAYER FOR NIGERIAN MISSIONARY PHYLLIS SORTOR from 2018-09-11T13:35:43

Phyllis is in serious condition in a Nigerian hospital— please be in fervent prayer...

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#072 Immigrants & the Welcome Home Conference (with Kenny Martin & Isaac Bujambi) from 2018-09-10T13:35:20

Recently attendees of the Welcome Home Conference in Indianapolis experienced a true picture of the Kingdom of Heaven as African immigrants were welcomed and American pastors and congregants learne...

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#071 God Has Long Nostrils (James 3:1-12 Bible Study) from 2018-09-03T13:40:01

Today we dive into James 3:1-12, where we discover the power of our tongue, remember the old Spider Man trilogy, and ultimately find out that God has long nostrils. Please consider pledging money t...

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MATCHING PLEDGE CHALLENGE FOR GC19 from 2018-08-28T16:46:21

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#070 Partner Strong (with Julie Gray of the Wesleyan Holiness Women’s Clergy) from 2018-08-27T12:46:12

Seventh episode of our nine strategic priorities series... Unity is big factor towards creating success in the local church, but is unity possible amongst denominational lines? Join us as we discus...

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Happy 158th Birthday to the Free Methodist Church! from 2018-08-23T12:49:49

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#069 Theology Nights Crossover (with TN Host Brad Weber) from 2018-08-13T14:05:46

A few weeks ago, Brad Weber interviewed Josh for his show Theology Nights. Listen as we discuss everything from Free Methodism to baptism to Revelation! Please consider pledging money towards a FMC...

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#068 True Living at Warm Beach Senior Community from 2018-08-06T12:41:19

Many retirement communities are concerned with maintaining a quality of life until eventual death, but FMC Warm Beach Senior Community in Washington finds residents Living each day with purpose, mi...

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BREAKING NEWS-- Bishops Retirement at GC19 from 2018-07-30T20:01:11

All three Bishops have announced their retirement following General Conference 2019. Listen for more details!

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#067 The Kidnapping of an American Missionary (with Phyllis Sorter) from 2018-07-30T12:16:22

Phyllis Sorter was called by God to enter into the mission field in Nigeria, but she didn’t envision the kidnapping, ransom, witch doctors lair, and harrowing adventure that followed... www.westmor...

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#066 Becoming a Local Missionary (with Sent to Heal Missions Team) from 2018-07-23T14:51:21

When you think of missions, do you think about a distant land? In this episode, we’re sitting down with a team of youth who embarked on a mission trip into their local community. How might you see ...

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#065 Community at Free Methodist Camps (at Tri State Family Camp) from 2018-07-16T12:57:50

Join me at Tri State Family Camp in East Liverpool, Ohio (Pittsburgh Conference) for a visit to the annual Family Camp! Hear from speaker Kenny Martin, camp President Larissa Frey, and consider wha...

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#064 Even the Demons Believe (James 2:14-26 Bible Study) from 2018-07-09T13:43:14

Are you a person of faith or a person of action? In recent history, a false dichotomy has been set up which claims you must choose one or the other— but today we’ll examine the idea that a true bel...

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#063 Welcome Home (with Pastor Emilee Smith) from 2018-07-02T13:11:57

What is Christian community? When Josh and Emilee visited Cuba on a series of trips, they discovered a kind of community that seemed unparalleled—and now Monacrest Church in the Pittsburgh Conferen...

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BREAKING NEWS-- FreeMo Journal Now Available! from 2018-06-26T12:51:19

Order the new FreeMo Journal today: http://fmcusa.org/bookstore/product/radical-forgiveness/ Use code JUNE25 at checkout to save 25%

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#062 Plant Trees; Save Lives (with Steve Fitch of Eden Reforestation Projects) from 2018-06-25T12:53:19

Steve Finch could have never imagined that his call to work overseas would result in... planting trees? Learn how planting trees in a number of counties is actually saving lives, fighting modern da...

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#061 Meet the Newest Free Methodist Missionaries! (with Sarah and Chadwick Anderson) from 2018-06-18T13:55:28

We sit down with Sarah and Wick Anderson to discuss their journey in the Free Methodist Church and their recent discovery that God is calling them to be missionaries with their 4 girls in the count...

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#060 Let the Lord Build His Church, Just Make Disciples (GC15 Bishop Matt Thomas) from 2018-06-11T12:13:35

Today we’ll go back four years to listen to a sermon given by Matt Thomas at General Conference 2015... listen and then go make disciples! Register for GC19 today: http://fmcusa.org/gc19/ Leave a ...

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#059 Engage Urban from 2018-06-04T13:54:43

Sixth episode of our nine strategic priorities series. 80 percent of the United States population live inside cities, but many of our FM churches have moved out of the cities. It’s time to engage u...

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#058 THE LIGHT AND LIFE HOUR (with Bud McDole, announcer for the Light & Life Hour) from 2018-05-29T13:50:04

While FMC Radio is a podcast, our roots are found in traditional radio— and today we get to tap into those roots by interviewing Bud McDole, the former announcer for The Light and Life Hour radio b...

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#057 Building the Kingdom (with FM COO Mark Dowley) from 2018-05-21T12:41:51

Meet our new COO, Chief Operating Officer, Mark Dowley! Hear some of his story, then discover the answer to the burning question Josh needs to know: what in the world does a COO actually do? Regist...

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#056 Damaged by Evil, But Restored for Better and Sent to Heal from 2018-05-14T13:59:47

Our world was created for good and damaged by evil, but now we can be restored for better and are being sent to heal. How can you heal your local community? Sign up for GC19 today: http://fmcusa.or...

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#055 Go Global (with Gerry Coates of Free Methodist World Missions) from 2018-05-07T13:23:39

Join us in our fifth of nine ongoing episodes exploring the strategies of the FMC. This week, we get to hear stories of what’s going on around the world via Gerry Coates, the Director of Global Chu...

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#054 From Prison to Pastor (with Brian Warth of Chapel of Change) from 2018-04-30T22:40:31

Brian Warth wasn’t concerned with God when he entered through the doors of prison for what he believed would be an extremely long sentence. Years later, he joins us to reflect on his journey, how G...

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#053 Redeemed: The Power of a Single Story (with Kristy Hinds) from 2018-04-23T11:49:18

How can your past pain be redeemed for good, and how could our stories impact the people around us to transform lives? That’s what we’re discussing today with Kristy Hinds, the author of the most r...

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#052 Growing Up Free Methodist (Lunch with Gary Dean) from 2018-04-16T14:18:31

Recently I was able to sit down for lunch with Gary Dean, a man who grew up in the River Conference in Washington and was visiting Ohio where the podcast is recorded! Join us for lunch as we talk a...

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#051 Birthday Parties for Prostitutes (James 2:1-13 Bible Study) from 2018-04-09T13:12:20

Today we discover the dangers of becoming evil judges, playing favorites, and ranking one sin over another. We’re diving back into James, this time starting chapter two! Buy the newest FreeMo Journ...

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#050 Cut Off Your Hand Or Destroy Your Phone? (Winter Weekend 2018) from 2018-03-13T11:17:42

Join me at Winter Weekend 2018 in the snowy hills of the Pittsburgh Conference as we talk about addiction to social media, transformation, and Christ plugging into our lives... Leave a voicemail fo...

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#049 If The House Burns Down Tonight (with Pastor Pete Kopplin) from 2018-03-05T13:18:23

Pastor Pete Kopplin woke up in the middle of the night last year to his car alarm going off— but moments later, he realized a fire threatened his home and his family. One year later, he joins us to...

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#048 Breaking News Mini Episode! from 2018-02-26T12:43:35

Parents Persevere Through Daughters Addiction: http://www.timesonline.com/news/20180217/rochester-parents-persevere-through-daughters-addiction Sign up for more info about GC19 mission trips: https...

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#047 The Scriptures of Jesus & the Early Church: Engaging the Old Testament (with Kristen Bennett Marble) from 2018-02-19T14:02

The Old Testament is often ignored, even by strong Christians, because it seems “too confusing” or “outdated” compared to the New Testament stories of Jesus. However, these were the very Scriptures...

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#046 Retired FMC Pastor Hikes the Appalachian Trail for ICCM (with Hal Haire) from 2018-02-12T13:10:06

Many looking forward to retirement may hope for vacations, relaxing at home, or just generally having more free time. But a few months after achieving retirement, Pastor Hal Haire has decided that ...

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#045 Top 10 Funniest Scripture Passages (with Carissa Avery) from 2018-02-05T14:07:43

Most of the time, readers of the Bible can tend to leave out the emotion, wit, or even sarcasm of the text. We read the Bible as a solemn text, but are there portions of the Scripture that seem fun...

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#044 A Homicide Detective Investigates the Gospels from 2018-01-29T14:20:23

What if you no longer had to simply claim “faith” as the reason for why you believe what you believe? What if there was actual evidence for the claims of the Gospels, and what if you could investig...

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#043 Pondering Prayer & the National Prayer Summit (with Brett Heintzman) from 2018-01-22T13:54:43

The National Prayer Summit in Michigan is quickly approaching (Feb 22-24), so in this episode we will reveal a bit of what to expect at this huge event— but as we discuss the gathering, we’ll get d...

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#042 Cultivate Health (with John Grandy) from 2018-01-15T14:10:59

The fourth of nine ongoing episodes focusing on the strategies of the Free Methodist Church. Today we speak with John Grandy from Living Water Dalton in Ohio about his local church— but in the proc...

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#041 Fellowship: Much More than a Potluck from 2018-01-08T13:53:20

Today we’ll discuss fellowship and discover how it was always intended to be more than a potluck or the name of a hall where you meet up for Sunday school. A statue of Jesus had a time capsule hid...

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#040 Free Methodist 2017 Year in Review, Star Wars, and Listener Q&A from 2018-01-01T16:43:24

Today we’ll hear from listeners, get Denny Weyman’s review of Star Wars: The Last Jedi, and look back on 2017. 2017 Set Free Movement year review video: https://vimeo.com/248152436 Free Methodist...

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#039 Develop Leaders (with FM Infuse Leader Jeremy Lefler) from 2017-12-18T15:13:07

Today we speak with Jeremy Lefler about developing leaders, the third installment of our look at the nine strategies of the Free Methodist Church. National Prayer Summit: http://fmcusa.org/nationa...

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#038 Let My Words Be Life (James 1:19-27 Bible Study) from 2017-12-11T14:40:17

Our next study into the text of James allows us to consider the power of our words, and asks us to engage in Bible Doings instead of Bible Studies. Music on today’s episode is Words (acoustic) by ...

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#037 The Free Methodist Mouse & Other Disney Tales (Recorded at WDW Magic Kingdom) from 2017-12-04T17:00:20

Recorded in Walt Disney World at the Magic Kingdom, this episode will take you on a journey through Main Street, Tomorrowland, Fantasyland, and even an original attraction Walt himself designed as ...

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#036 Reaching the LGBT Community (with Supt. Alma Thompson) from 2017-11-27T11:43:42

We need to embrace all, and today we will discuss how we can communicate the good news of the Gospel with the LGBT community alongside Ohio Conference Supt. Alma Thompson. Music on today’s episod...

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#035 Thanks to God (with Zach Carter) from 2017-11-20T14:08:56

It’s almost Thanksgiving, so today we are talking about turkey, parades, Native Americans, family, and much more... Check out the Pringles Thanksgiving Dinner: http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining...

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#034 Embrace All (with Pastor JoAnna DeWolf) from 2017-11-13T13:23:02

We are continuing our journey and investigation into the nine strategies of the Free Methodist Church today with Embrace All. JoAnna DeWolf, a Pastor from Lansing Michigan, talks to us about how we...

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#033 Aid & Effect (with Jason Dunn formerly of Hawk Nelson) from 2017-11-06T13:41:53

Today Jason Dunn (the former front man of Hawk Nelson) joins us to talk about the old days, the anniversary of the Letters to the President album, his new band Aid & Effect, and ministry as a band ...

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#032 Grim Grinning Ghosts from 2017-10-30T12:43:12

Halloween is approaching, so we’re taking an episode to discuss not only the trick-or-treating event, but ghosts and things that go bump in the night... what does Scripture say about them and what ...

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#031 Disciple Deeply (with Pastor Bruce Cromwell) from 2017-10-23T13:13:32

Today we will begin a journey and investigation into the nine strategies of the Free Methodist Church, beginning with Disciple Deeply. Bruce Cromwell, the Lead Pastor of Lansing Central FMC in Mich...

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#030 The Power of Encouragement (with Pastor Collene Carney) from 2017-10-16T13:05:07

Collene Carney was content with being an Associate Pastor until others began speaking different words into her life. From Bishops to members of the local congregation, the encouraging words of thos...

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#029 Freedom From Addiction (with Raeann Barlow of Third Step Church) from 2017-10-09T13:11:17

Today we speak with Raeann Barlow from Monaca, PA about a ministry called Third Step Church which is proclaiming freedom for those who struggle with addictions! Check out the FreeMo Journals here: ...

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#028 Furthering the Gospel with Technology (with Jay Cordova) from 2017-10-02T14:42:33

Today we are joined by FMC-USA Communications Director Jay Cordova to discuss the surge of modern technology and how it can impact people for the Gospel of Christ. See the full video from Bishop Da...

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#027 Sin Brings All Kinds of Death (James 1:13-18 Bible Study) from 2017-09-25T12:27:19

We all struggle with sin, but where does our temptation come from, and what kinds of death can result from our continued sin? We'll discuss all of that and more in our third look at the book of Jam...

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#026 Do Everything in the Direction of Freedom (with Kevin Austin of The Set Free Movement) from 2017-09-18T10:36:28

This coming Sunday is Freedom Sunday, so today we speak with Kevin Austin, the founder of The Set Free Movement, about what problems we are facing today and how we might all work together to move i...

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#025 Inside Light and Life Magazine (with Managing Editor Jeff Finley) from 2017-09-11T09:40:52

Have you ever been to the Free Methodist World Ministries Center? Josh recently returned from a trip to Starting Strong 2017 in Indianapolis and recounts the details of not only the content of the ...

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#024 Top 10 Best Wesley Brother Hymns (with Carissa Avery) from 2017-09-04T11:30:16

While many churches in recent years have seemed to abandon the use of the hymn, there are many deep and thoughtful lyrics to be found within them. Today Carissa returns to the show as we analyze te...

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#023 Are Women Pastors An Abomination?! from 2017-08-28T11:25:56

Pastor Robin McDonald was followed by two men who told her she was an abomination simply because she is a female pastor. Today we'll discuss her story-- to see the video accompanying the audio you'...

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#022 Hooray for Hollywood (with Supt. Denny Wayman of Cinema in Focus) from 2017-08-21T10:50:44

Today we spend time chatting with Denny Weyman, the Superintendent in Southern California, about his project Cinema in Focus. This isn't an average movie review site, so join us to learn what makes...

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#021 Healing Victims of Human Trafficking (with Ginger Coakley of Eden's Glory) from 2017-08-14T10:35:16

Today we speak with Ginger Coakley of Eden's Glory in Illinois, an amazing group that provides a place for women who have escaped human trafficking where they can emotionally, physically, mentally,...

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#020 Navigating Grief and Loss (with Bishop Matt Thomas) from 2017-08-07T12:01:07

Death is, ironically, a part of life. None of us can escape it, and we'll all have to face the loss of a loved one at some point in our lifetime. Today Josh is joined by Bishop Matt Thomas, the Wes...

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#019 LGBT Rights & Gay Marriage from 2017-07-31T10:41:13

LGBT rights and gay marriage are some of the highest debated issues, even amongst Christians. Where does the Free Methodist Church stand in the conversation and what kinds of options do we have for...

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#018 Proclaiming Freedom for Modern Day Slaves (& James 1:9-12 Bible Study) from 2017-07-24T10:48:27

Today Josh gets carried away talking about human trafficking for the first half of the show-- it's a topic that you'll likely be unable to forget any time soon. After the break, we look at James 1:...

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#017 Love Your Neighbor More Than Your Pets (GC15 Bishop David Roller) from 2017-07-17T10:38:06

It's our calling to love people and transform lives through the power of Christ. Are you actively seeking to love your neighbor? In this sermon recorded at General Conference in 2015, Bishop David ...

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#016 From Atheist to Christian at Free Methodist Teen Camp (with Adam Smallwood) from 2017-07-10T11:02:19

Today we recap BlackHills Teen Camp in West Virginia, but in doing so we discover why all camps are still important and relevant today. Later, we speak to Adam Smallwood, a teen who began attending...

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#015 Life as a Pastor's Daughter (with Alexa Carney) from 2017-07-03T10:57:41

Alexa Carney is the fifteen year old daughter of Pastor Collene Carney of Monacrest FMC, and granddaughter of Pittsburgh Conference Supt. Doug Rabe. Today we get to hear about her passion for missi...

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#014 Free Methodist Boarding School Oakdale Christian Academy (with Will Mosier-Peterson) from 2017-06-26T10:47:05

Today we talk to Will Mosier-Peterson, the Director of Advancement at Oakdale Christian Academy in Kentucky. Oakdale is a Free Methodist boarding school which not only offers opportunities and adva...

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REMINDER/UPDATE for June 19, 2017 from 2017-06-17T12:44:49

I'll be at Free Methodist Black Hills Teen Camp this next week, so look for a new episode to release on June 26th with a very special guest from Kentucky! In the meantime, check out pictures and up...

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#013 Free Methodist Bible Quizzing (with Josh Mackenstein) from 2017-06-12T10:00:16

Free Methodist Bible Quizzing has been a part of the denomination for decades, but recently it has faced a decline for several different reasons. In this episode, we will discuss those reasons whil...

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#012 Murder in the Church (with Chris Schimel) from 2017-06-05T10:35:42

Pastor Chris Schimel of Freedom Church in New Middletown Ohio joins us to discuss church planting, the church impacting modern culture, and even a bit about a murder that occurred in the church he ...

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#011 Immigrants, Bombs, and Bishops (with Bishop David Kendall) from 2017-05-29T10:35:09

Bishop David Kendall joins us to discuss a matter most Christian leaders do their best to avoid: the world of politics. But with bombs being sent to foreign lands, immigrants living amongst us, and...

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#010 Freedom for the Children of the World (with International Child Care Ministries) from 2017-05-22T10:28:17

We're officially into double digits! Episode brings some breaking news, a game of "BT Roberts or Donald Trump?", and most importantly an interview with Alicia Baker from ICCM (International Child C...

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#009 Tossed by the Wind (James 1:1-8 Bible Study) from 2017-05-15T10:38:07

Studying and discussing Scripture must be a cornerstone of our faith, because it is through that medium that God has spoken to us. Studying James as an ongoing project through this podcast, we will...

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#008 The Most HATED Church in America (Do it For the Story [Westboro Baptist Church]) from 2017-05-08T10:05:10

Welcome to the first installment of a new project called Do It For the Story. God is writing a story through your life-- what will your next chapter be? In this chapter, Josh recounts how he attemp...

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#007 Revitalize, Reproduce, and Recalibrate! (E3 Conference Recap) from 2017-05-01T10:30:19

Thousands of Free Methodists attended the E3 (Equipping for Excellence and Expansion) Conferences that were held across America over the past several months. If you weren't able to make it or if yo...

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#006 Top 10 Most Meaningful Bible Passages (with Carissa Avery) from 2017-04-24T10:30:44

Join us in a discussion of our Top 10 most meaningful Bible passages-- let us know if any of YOUR top ten overlap with ours! Check out Tuesdays with Travis here: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCcF...

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#005 The Junia Project (with Kate Wallace Nunneley) from 2017-04-17T10:40:09

Today we discuss the issue of women in ministry and pastoral roles in the church today. Kate Wallace Nunneley co-founded The Junia Project four years ago and has been working for egalitarian rights...

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#004 Youth are NOT the Church of Tomorrow (with Chuck Durso) from 2017-04-11T01:53:34

Chuck Durso is the leader of youth for the Pittsburgh Conference. Today we talk to him about youth in today’s culture, but ultimately Chuck issues a challenge to all believers– regardless of your a...

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#003 Telling Biblical Stories (with Bishop David Roller) from 2017-04-03T10:06:38

Today we hear from Bishop David Roller, the eastern area Bishop who has a passion for telling Biblical stories. Could telling these ancient tales prove to be even more impactful than the traditiona...

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#002 The God's Choice Movement (with Shirley Elosh) from 2017-03-18T22:22:01

In today's episode, we talk with Shirley Elosh of the Pittsburgh Conference regarding the church she created for special needs people, God's Choice. Click here to see the short video created by Bis...

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#001 The Freedoms We Embrace from 2017-02-27T17:17:12

Welcome to the very first episode of FMC Radio! Today we give you a bit of an idea of what to expect from the coming episodes, introduce a segment called Breaking News, and then spend some time tal...

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