Andy Talks

Andy Stoddard
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Join Andy Stoddard as he shares with us his daily reflection. Along with an occasional surprise.

  1. 1D AGO

    Sunday Sermon - Praise the Lord

    In our final sermon of the year for 2025, Andy looks at Psalm 148. We see the importance of praise to our lives; it is the metronome, it keeps the rhythm and beat to our lives.  Where was that rhythm of praise in 2025?  Where will you keep it in 2026?

    18 min

  2. 6D AGO

    Reflections with Andy - Isaiah 9: 2-7 - To Us a Child is Given

    In this final Advent reflection, we look to the prophetic hope of Isaiah 9, recognizing that the birth of Christ marks the beginning of the end for all that is "ugly" and broken in our world. We acknowledge that while we still experience the pain of sickness, war, and loss, we do not live as a defeated people because we know that these things do not have the final word. We understand that the Kingdom of God is a "now but not yet" reality—a work of restoration that has begun in a manger but is not yet complete. Therefore, we choose to intentionally bathe ourselves in beauty and wonder during these holy days, using the joy of the season to push back against darkness and remind ourselves of the ultimate victory and peace that Christ has secured for us. Shameless plug: here’s a link to Method(ist) to the Madness, our new, hopefully entertaining podcast about church history. - https://methodisttothemadness.buzzsprout.com/ Join us for our daily reflections with Andy. In 10 short minutes, he'll dig a little deeper into Scripture and help you better understand God's Word. You can read today’s passage here - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Isaiah%209%3A%202-7&version=NRSVUE Click here if you'd like to join our GroupMe and receive this each morning at 7:00 a.m. CST. - https://groupme.com/join_group/107837407/vtYqtb6C You can watch this in video form here - https://revandy.org/blog/

    10 min

  3. 6D AGO

    Reflections with Andy - Luke 2: 1-20 - Wonder

    On this Christmas morning, enjoy Andy's Christmas Eve message from Luke 2: 1-20, "Wonder."  Let's not be so busy trying to make Christmas happen that we miss the wonder all around us.

    19 min

  4. DEC 23

    Reflections with Andy - Matthew 1: 18-25 - Faithful

    On this "Christmas Adam," we reflect on the underappreciated role of Joseph, whose quiet righteousness and obedience provided the earthly foundation for Jesus’ life. We recognize that while our modern culture often pressures us to chase fame and social influence, Joseph’s example calls us to a higher standard of steady, humble faithfulness. We understand that Joseph’s impact on Jesus—and consequently on the history of the world—came not from seeking the spotlight, but from simply doing the hard tasks God placed before him. By following Joseph's lead, we choose to prioritize our character and our devotion to God over the fleeting rewards of public recognition, trusting that true significance is found in being exactly where God needs us to be. Shameless plug: here’s a link to Method(ist) to the Madness, our new, hopefully entertaining podcast about church history. - https://methodisttothemadness.buzzsprout.com/ Join us for our daily reflections with Andy. In 10 short minutes, he'll dig a little deeper into Scripture and help you better understand God's Word. You can read today’s passage here - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%201%3A%2018-25&version=NRSVUE Click here if you'd like to join our GroupMe and receive this each morning at 7:00 a.m. CST. - https://groupme.com/join_group/107837407/vtYqtb6C You can watch this in video form here - https://revandy.org/blog/

    10 min

  5. DEC 22

    Reflections with Andy - Romans 1: 1-7 - The Plan All Along

    As we enter the final days of Advent, we reflect on Paul’s introduction to the Romans, which reminds us that Jesus is the long-promised fulfillment of the entire scriptural narrative. We recognize that Jesus was never a "last resort" for a failing humanity, but rather God's intentional "Plan A" from the very beginning of creation. By drawing parallels between the Old Testament journey of Israel and the life of Christ, we see that the Gospel is the completion of a story God has been telling for ages. We understand that just as the shepherds in Bethlehem transitioned from raising sacrificial lambs to witnessing the ultimate Lamb of God, we are invited to trust that God's plan for redemption is consistent, purposeful, and currently at work in our lives. Shameless plug: here’s a link to Method(ist) to the Madness, our new, hopefully entertaining podcast about church history. - https://methodisttothemadness.buzzsprout.com/ You can read today’s passage here - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Romans%201%3A%201-7&version=NRSVUE Click here if you'd like to join our GroupMe and receive this each morning at 7:00 a.m. CST. - https://groupme.com/join_group/107837407/vtYqtb6C

    10 min

  6. DEC 22

    Sunday Sermon - Love

    In our Traditional message from December 21, 2025, Andy look Matthew 1: 18-25.  We see in Joseph's story that love is not merely an emotion that we feel, but love is simple, kind, sacrificial actions. Love is not what we feel; it is what we do.

    22 min

  7. DEC 19

    Reflections with Andy - Matthew 11: 7-11 - The Real Presence

    As we conclude this week’s reflections on John the Baptist, we consider Jesus' powerful declaration that while John was the greatest of those born under the Old Covenant, even the least in the New Covenant holds a unique position of greatness. We recognize that this transition represents a move from an external law to an internal presence—the mystery of "Christ in us, the hope of glory." We understand that through the Holy Spirit, the real presence of Christ is not a distant hope but a current reality that dwells within each of us. Consequently, we are encouraged to view every aspect of our lives, from the mundane to the monumental, as sacred, knowing that Christ is really and fully present in every breath we take. Shameless plug: here’s a link to Method(ist) to the Madness, our new, hopefully entertaining podcast about church history. - https://methodisttothemadness.buzzsprout.com/ Join us for our daily reflections with Andy. In 10 short minutes, he'll dig a little deeper into Scripture and help you better understand God's Word. You can read today’s passage here - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2011%3A%207-11&version=NRSVUE Click here if you'd like to join our GroupMe and receive this each morning at 7:00 a.m. CST. - https://groupme.com/join_group/107837407/vtYqtb6C You can watch this in video form here - https://revandy.org/blog/

    10 min

  8. DEC 18

    Reflections with Andy - Matthew 11: 2-6 - Crisis Moments

    As we continue our journey toward Christmas, we reflect on the profound humanity of John the Baptist, who found himself questioning his life’s work and Jesus’ identity while facing execution in prison. We recognize that even the most devoted among us can experience a crisis of faith, yet we understand that these moments of doubt do not invalidate our status as Christians; rather, they highlight our human need for reassurance. We argue that the vital response to such moments is not to retreat, but to turn toward the truth of Scripture and the support of our faith community. By bathing our minds in the Word now, we ensure that we have a firm foundation to lean on whenever we find ourselves asking if we have "done it right." Shameless plug: here’s a link to Method(ist) to the Madness, our new, hopefully entertaining podcast about church history. - https://methodisttothemadness.buzzsprout.com/ Join us for our daily reflections with Andy. In 10 short minutes, he'll dig a little deeper into Scripture and help you better understand God's Word. You can read today’s passage here - https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Matthew%2011%3A%202-6&version=NRSVUE Click here if you'd like to join our GroupMe and receive this each morning at 7:00 a.m. CST. - https://groupme.com/join_group/107837407/vtYqtb6C You can watch this in video form here - https://revandy.org/blog/

    11 min
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Join Andy Stoddard as he shares with us his daily reflection. Along with an occasional surprise.

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  • Creator
    Andy Stoddard
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2025
  • Episodes
    1.1K
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