Footsteps by HDUMC: Recent Episodes
Lisa, Bonnie and Bruce
Lay members of High Desert UMC discuss practical issues of following in Jesus' Footsteps. Along with guest speakers, Lisa, Bonnie and Bruce will consider practical issues to follow in Jesus' Footsteps when carrying out our church's mission: Loving God, Serving Others, Changing Lives.
To us mortals, God sometimes works in mysterious ways. Recognizing these events can help us appreciate God's work when we are busy with our lives, and as a result, build our faith.
"O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing" is the first hymn in the United Methodist Church. Learn why Charles Wesley wrote it, and the significance of this hope filled song.
-Romans 15:13
What we learn from Martha's complaint to Jesus regarding Mary not helping fix the meal.
Luke 10:38-42 and Luke 6:6-8
Learn about Marin Rinkart and the song "Now Thank We All Our God." This song was written during the stress of the 30 Years War. Could you express such thanks in the face of adversity?
-Romans 8:35, 37-38 and I Thessalonians 5: 16 & 18
Discussing the life of Francis R Havergal and her hymn "Take My Life and Let It Be." What did it mean to her and how she showed it in her life.
-Romans 12:1-2
Let's look at how the bible uses sheep as an illustration. What are sheep like and why do they need a good shepherd? Yes, we act like sheep and we need Jesus as the good shepherd.
What do Ravens, Zacheus, Rehab, and Paul have in common. How can God use them, and how can he use you?
Last time we discussed the need for forgiveness. In part 2, the Footsteps members discuss their need to forgive others and what they learned.
Exploring the resentments we carry, and how they weigh us down. We will discuss the importance of forgiveness.
Discussing the song, "There Is a Balm in Gilead." What is it, and how can we receive it?
-Jeremiah 4:5-8
The meaning of bible passages may speak to you differently at different times. It is a sign of God's living word, as there is always more to learn.
Looking at leprosy in the bible, and how Jesus showed compassion and healed those afflicted.
The importance of getting out of our comfort zone, and what we can learn from it.
Matt 14:22-36
God gave each of us special powers or spiritual gifts. What's your superpower?
1 Corinthians 12:6-10
Listen to a Christmas story by Rian B Anderson titled "A Christmas Prayer" written in 1881.
Merry Christmas!
Advent is a time of preparation for Christ's birth and his resurrection. How are you preparing?
Make a joyful noise and sing to the Lord. Meet Drew Ammons, one or our new members who loves to sing.
-Psalms 98:4-9
When trials of life engulf us, Psalms 121 reminds to trust in God for He is always on and always there for you.
What it means to have the faith of Abraham and the peace that passes all understanding.
-Genesis 22:1-2, 10-12
When you feel frustrated or out of shorts, what does the bible tell us about restoring hope.
Understanding Jesus parable about the pearl of great value and how it applies to our christian lives.
A look at one of the disciples, his actions and his faith.
-Multiple passages from John.
Helping children develop through Compassion International's program. How it works, and how to join if you feel called.
Dealing with difficult people can be a challenge. Lisa and Bonnie discuss how to deal with difficult people.
-Prov 15:1
After a short summer hiatus, Footsteps is back. This episode will look at using acts of kindness to share Jesus' love.
-Col 3:12
Lisa explores the benefits that pets provide us, the help that some people need to feed their pets, and the efforts to help them feed their animals. She will discuss how this mission consistent with God's commands.
All of us are limited to 24 hours a day. Who hasn't felt pushed for time? Lisa and Bonnie discuss how to use time wisely for God.
The story of the three Mary's who faithfully followed, served, and loved Jesus and how they lived the Easter story.
What is the difference between being an Imitator of Christ versus an imitation of Christ?
Learn about one our HDUMC's mission efforts. Operation Christmas Child. What it is and how it works.
A Christmas story by Henry Van Dyke, The Other Wiseman. The story of a 4th wiseman, who sought, but always missed seeing Christ, or did he?
Our true identity is in Christ. We are children of God, We are one in Christ, We belong to Him, and we are a part of His body. Our identity in Him doesn’t change, even when the circumstances around us in the world might change.
Galatians
Paul's perspective on life compared to children's stories.
Philippians 4:6-7, 12-13, 19-20
Antonio Trujillo discussed St Joseph Mission School and the need for volunteers and how it supports their mission.
-James 2:14-19
Defining acts of compassion and relating it to Jesus' offer to take our yoke.
-Matt 11:28-29
Learn about one of our missions in conjunction with Operation Christmas Child. Through shoe-box gifts, we try to bring a little joy and the message of Christ to disadvantaged children.
New Years is a good time to revel in the new beginning, but where are we going. Let's discuss beginning with the end in mind.
-Matt 10:32-33
God loves us so much that he sent his son and forgave us. Likewise, he calls us to forgive others.
-John 3:16
Like Jesus did with the woman at the well, we need to meet others where they are. She lived an unreputable life, was of a different faith background, and her life was a mess. But...Jesus met her where she was, with kindness and we need to do the same.
-John 4
God’s grace is available to all, transformative, and creates community. Keep eyes on Jesus,your ears/hearts open, & live in harmony w/ others.
-Romans 14:7-19
Levi the tax collector was unloved and unworthy; He was called anyway and followed. It changed his life
-Mark 2:13-17
God doesn't promise that there won't be stormy times, we need to learn to dance in the rain.
-1 Peter 1:3-7 and Daniel 3:21-26.
Be like Peter: Be able to recognize Jesus and get out of the boat. Look to, Listen for, and Lean on him during the storm.
--Matthew 11:22-29
Let us draw close to Jesus so that he can breath on you (spiritual CPR).
-John 20:19-23
A little lesson had a big impact. The story of how a small gift resulted in bears and blankets to comfort others in need. When everyone does their part in following Jesus, they can have a bigger impact. (Matthew 14:13-21)
If someone wants to thank your for helping them, accept it gracefully. Your service may be amplified. (John 4:1-42)
It is important to remember, we are one body in Christ. To maximize our efforts, we need to utilize other parts of Christ's. (1 Cor 12:12-22, 27)
To be a faithful servant to Christ, we must meet the served where they are and listen to their needs. Judging first will hinder our service. (Matt 20:20-28)
We continue our series on being a faithful servant with part 2, Listen/Don't Judge (Matt 7:1-2).
This is the 1st of a 6 part series on being a Faithful Servant. God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:5-9).
Just as God called Samuel, he is calling us for works prepared in advance. Can you Hear Him? Are you ready to answer? (1 Samuel 3:7-10)
As Christ followers, we strive to ignite a fire of compassion within us that burns brightly, so that His love radiates through our words and actions onto others. (Colossians 3:12-14)
Lisa and Bonnie discuss the fact that we are called to express our love of God through love of others - even the hard-to-love. How do we show love for everyone, even the hard-to-love?
Lisa, Bonnie and Bruce introduce themselves, their goals, and the format of the new Footsteps by HDUMC podcast. Join them as they work to support the mission of High Desert United Methodist Church by Loving God, Serving Others, Changing Lives.