Where do I find grace? | Sermon by Dr. Clayton Oliphint | February 16, 2025
Release Date: 02/24/2025
What does a mother do? | Sermon by Dr. Clayton Oliphint | May 11, 2025
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In this sermon, Pastor Clayton highlights the story of Moses and the courageous actions of three women—Jacobed, Miriam, and Pharaoh’s daughter—emphasizing the courage, faith, and vital contributions of women in scripture and society. May we always celebrate and appreciate the nurturing, leadership, and faith-filled roles of the women (who may be mothers or mother-figures) in our lives. Standalone Sermon | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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Our Spiritual Mothers | Sermon by Rev. Allison Jean | May 11, 2025
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In this sermon, Pastor Allison highlights the story of Moses and the courageous actions of three women—Jacobed, Miriam, and Pharaoh’s daughter—emphasizing the courage, faith, and vital contributions of women in scripture and society. May we always celebrate and appreciate the nurturing, leadership, and faith-filled roles of the women (who may be mothers or mother-figures) in our lives. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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How can I have hope for the future? | Sermon by Dr. Clayton Oliphint & Rev. Allison Jean | May 4, 2025
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Even when we grow weary, we remember that God holds the future, and we celebrate the next generation of Christ-followers who can share his love and good news. Standalone Sermon | Dr. Clayton Oliphint & Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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Now what? | Sermon by Rev. Cheryl Bishop | April 27, 2025
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In this worship service, Pastor Cheryl helps us remember our great commissioning from God and how we choose to live out that mission affects those around us. May you be encouraged to change your life and those around you through love, inclusion and the ongoing effort to engage with your community and share the grace of God with all you meet. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Cheryl Bishop | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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Now What? | Sermon by Rev. Allison Jean | April 27, 2025
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In this worship service, Pastor Allison helps us remember our great commissioning from God and how we choose to live out that mission affects those around us. May you be encouraged to change your life and those around you through love, inclusion and the ongoing effort to engage with your community and share the grace of God with all you meet. Standalone Sermon | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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Easter | First United Methodist Church Richardson | April 20, 2025
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In this special Easter worship service, we’re sitting with one of the biggest questions of faith: "Is resurrection real?" Pastor Clayton shares a thoughtful and hope-filled message about what resurrection means—not just in the Easter story, but in our everyday lives. Please join us for a time of reflection as we explore this powerful mystery together. Wrestling with Doubt | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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Is Resurrection Real? | Sermon by Rev. Allison Jean | April 20, 2025
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In this special Easter worship service, we’re sitting with one of the biggest questions of faith: "Is resurrection real?" Pastor Allison shares a thoughtful and hope-filled message about what resurrection means—not just in the Easter story, but in our everyday lives. Please join us for a time of music, scripture, prayer, and reflection as we explore this powerful mystery together. Wrestling with Doubt | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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Why do the innocent suffer? | Sermon by Dr. Clayton Oliphint | April 13, 2025
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Certainty is virtually impossible, and the Bible is full of people who doubt. Doubt is a path to deeper faith, yet if we hang onto doubt, it will paralyze us. So we look to deepen our faith by examining difficult questions, and we implore the prayer from Mark 9:22-24 - “Lord I believe, help my unbelief.” Wrestling with Doubt | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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Wrestling With Doubt: Why Do the Innocent Suffer? | Sermon by Rev. Allison Jean | April 13, 2025
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Certainty is virtually impossible, and the Bible is full of people who doubt. Doubt is a path to deeper faith, yet if we hang onto doubt, it will paralyze us. So we look to deepen our faith by examining difficult questions, and we implore the prayer from Mark 9:22-24 - “Lord I believe, help my unbelief.” Wrestling with Doubt | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
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Why do my prayers go unanswered? | Sermon by Rev. Allison Jean | April 6, 2025
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Certainty is virtually impossible, and the Bible is full of people who doubt. Doubt is a path to deeper faith, yet if we hang onto doubt, it will paralyze us. So we look to deepen our faith by examining difficult questions, and we implore the prayer from Mark 9:22-24 - “Lord I believe, help my unbelief.” Wrestling with Doubt | Rev. Allison Jean | First United Methodist Church of Richardson
info_outlineIf you had to define Methodist Christianity by one word, this would be it: Grace. Grace is so much bigger than forgiveness – it is the empowering force in the lives of those who follow Jesus. Throughout these three weeks, we will explore the unique and foundational beliefs we hold about Grace as Methodist Christians and the way those beliefs impact our daily lives.
In this sermon, Pastor Clayton explores “prevenient grace” - the grace that goes before. The idea that God’s grace meets us in our struggles and propels us towards growth illustrates its transformative power in our lives. And God asks us to extend grace to others, reflecting God’s love, which can create a ripple effect of kindness in our communities.
Grace Unleashed | Dr. Clayton Oliphint | First United Methodist Church of Richardson