Passages

Craig S. Brown
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Passages Podcast

Passages explores upcoming Bible passages used for preaching and weekly discipleship by Craig Brown, Lead Pastor at First Free Methodist Church of Seattle. Passages will open new doors to Biblical texts in preparation for a sermon or other teaching.

  1. 3 SEPT

    Genesis 12:1-8 | September 8, 2024

    The people of God have always been on the move. Since the days of Abram, God invites people to look outward rather than just inward. All of this is still a choice. Like Abram had to decide to "go", so do we.Program Note: Passages will be taking a break and will return on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.

    26 min

  2. 27 AUG

    Ecclesiastes 12 | September 1, 2024

    What matters in life? In many ways, the book of Ecclesiastes exists to tell us what DOES NOT matter in life. The closing chapter of Ecclesiastes invites us to wonder about the right kind of question we need to ask about life.

    19 min

  3. 20 AUG

    Ecclesiastes 11:1-6 | August 25, 2024

    You have likely heard someone say, "We are waiting until just the right time." You may have also heard someone say, "Here today and gone tomorrow." Opportunity seems to strike at a time when we are not always ready for it. Do we wait or go? This week's episode explores the importance of trust in God as we decide if to wait or go.

    18 min

  4. 13 AUG

    Ecclesiastes 9:7-12 | August 18, 2024

    Enjoying life can be difficult for some. There are many who hold a sense of guilt, obligation, or some other duty which keeps them from experiencing the enjoyment of life today. Being too goal-driven can lead us far away from enjoyment with our nose to the grindstone. This week's episode explores how God calls us to enjoy life while always being aware of what really matters most.

    21 min

  5. 6 AUG

    Ecclesiastes 7:1-14 | August 11, 2024

    Talking about death is hard. Most of us steer clear of the topic and only touch upon it when required. Is there wisdom for us to gain in a conversation about dying? Is there a good death? What lessons can we take from others to deepen our life of faith? This week's episode explores the tough topic of death and dying. The good news is that there is a hope for wisdom and life through death.

    21 min

  6. 30 JUL

    Ecclesiastes 5:10-20 | August 4, 2024

    Joy is less of an emotion and more of a choice. When we choose to live our life only for ourselves and those who benefit us, we find ourselves in an endless cycle of greed. It is a joyless way of life. When we make the choice for joy we can find a way toward true enJOYment and gratitude.

    18 min

  7. 23 JUL

    Ecclesiastes 4:7-16 | July 28, 2024

    The choice to be together or "go it alone" is one we face now more than ever. The isolation of pandemic may have led us to believe that isolation is better for us. God's wisdom is filled with encouragement to find joy in shared work, support, and protection. This week's episode explores how a "cord of three strands is not easily broken."

    18 min

  8. 16 JUL

    Ecclesiastes 3:1-10 | July 21, 2024

    We have all had the "time of our life" or "killing time." Knowing that there are times and seasons in our lives should not surprise us. It is part of being human. How will we hold the time we are in? What will we do...or not do...in this season of life? This week's episode explores how can hold time better.

    22 min
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Passages explores upcoming Bible passages used for preaching and weekly discipleship by Craig Brown, Lead Pastor at First Free Methodist Church of Seattle. Passages will open new doors to Biblical texts in preparation for a sermon or other teaching.

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  • Creator
    Craig S. Brown
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2024
  • Episodes
    138
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Craig S. Brown, D.Min.
  • Show Website
    Passages

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