Strangely Warmed

Isaiah 62.1-5, Psalm 36.5-10, 1 Corinthians 12.1-11, John 2.1-11; Why do we refer to Isaiah as the 5th Gospel? Is judgment a good thing? What should we make of all the language referring to spiritual gifts in the New Testament? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Jason Micheli. Jason is the lead pastor of Annandale UMC in Annandale, VA.Hosted by Taylor Mertins

Isaiah 43.1-7, Psalm 29, Acts 8.14-17, Luke 3.15-17, 21-22; Is there such a thing as a perfect worship service? What does the voice of the Lord sound like? How open is the Kingdom? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Teer Hardy. Teer is one of the pastors of Mt. Olivet UMC in Arlington, VA.Hosted by Taylor Mertins

Jeremiah 31.7-14, Psalm 147.12-20, Ephesians 1.3-14, John 1.1-18; Can we connect with those who experienced the exile in scripture? Why do we keep returning to the same texts? What is the mystery of salvation? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Teer Hardy. Teer is one of the pastors of Mt. Olivet UMC in Arlington, VA.Hosted by Taylor Mertins

1 Samuel 2.18-20, 26, Psalm 148, Colossians 3.12-17, Luke 2.41-52; Should clergy wear robes or not? How important is the Daily Office? Are Mary and Joseph bad parents? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Sarah Killam and Ben Crosby.Hosted by Taylor Mertins

Isaiah 9.2-7, Psalm 96, Titus 2.11-14, Luke 2.1-14; What should we hear from the pulpit on Christmas Eve? Is the shadow of the cross present in the manger? How wide is the scope of salvation? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guests Sarah Killam and Ben Crosby. Hosted by Taylor Mertins

Micah 5.2-5a, Psalm 80.1-7, Hebrews 10.5-10, Luke 1.39-55; How important are time signatures? What is it that saves us? Can we talk about sacrifices during Advent? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Drew Colby. Drew is the lead pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA.Hosted by Taylor Mertins

Zephaniah 3.14-20, Isaiah 12.2-6, Philippians 4.4-7, Luke 3.7-18; Why is it so important to sing our faith? How deep is the well of salvation? How can we preach grace to those experiencing a Blue Christmas? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Drew Colby. Drew is the lead pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA.Hosted by Taylor Mertins

Drew Colby, the lead pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA, shares his wisdom on Advent and the complexities of divine love. He explores what prodigal love means and the many images of divine reversal found in scripture. The conversation dives into how practices like the Daily Office can transform our lives. They also discuss themes of redemption, joyful obedience, and communal responsibilities in faith education, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and the church's role in embodying compassion during the holiday season.

Jeremiah 33.14-16, Psalm 25.1-10, 1 Thessalonians 3.9-13, Luke 21.25-36; What music should we listen to on the first Sunday of Advent? Is Die Hard a Christmas movie? How can we keep the end in Advent? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Drew Colby. Drew is the lead pastor of Grace UMC in Manassas, VA.Hosted by Taylor Mertins

2 Samuel 23.1-7, Psalm 132.1-18, Revelation 1.4b-8, John 18.33-37; How important are movie soundtracks? How does Christ undo sin? What does Jesus' kingdom look like? These questions and more on this episode of Strangely Warmed with guest Josh Munnikhuysen. Josh serves at Trinity UMC in Orange, VA.Hosted by Taylor Mertins