A Different Door
Grace Avenue UMC
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S1E166 Ep. 166 - Palm Sunday
In this final episode of the Scandal of the Kindom series, we explore the tension of Palm Sunday—where celebration and uncertainty collide. As Jesus enters Jerusalem, the crowd’s expectations of…
S1E165 Ep. 165 - The Sheeps + Goats
As our Scandal of the Kindom series nears its end, this episode explores the powerful parable of the sheep and the goats from Matthew 25. The conversation challenges what we think matters most to…
S1E164 Ep. 164 - The Laborers in the Vineyard
This week on A Different Door Podcast, we explore the parable of the laborers in the vineyard (Matthew 20:1–16). At first glance, the story feels unfair—workers who labored all day receive the same…
S1E163 Ep. 163 - The Unforgiving Servant
Continuing the Lenten series The Scandal of the Kindom, this episode explores Jesus’ Parable of the Unforgiving Servant. The conversation digs into the staggering scale of God’s grace, the challenge…
S1E162 Ep. 162 - The Sower
In this special Lenten episode of "The Scandal of the Kindom", Christopher is joined by a very special guest—his 10-year-old son, Benjamin—for a thoughtful and funny conversation about the Parable of…
S1E161 Ep. 161 - Rich Fool
In this episode, we welcome Amber Baker, Minister of Seekers and Skeptics, as we begin our Lent series, Scandal of the Kindom. Reflecting on Luke 12:13–24, we explore Jesus’ parable of the rich fool,…
S1E160 Ep. 160 - Whole Spirit
In our final week of the Whole Mind, Body, and Spirit series, the conversation explores Ezekiel’s vision of the dry bones and what it means for our spiritual lives today. Through stories of loss,…
S1E159 Ep. 159 - Body
In week 2 of our Whole Mind, Body, Spirit series, the conversation explores Paul’s image of the body of Christ in 1 Corinthians 12, reminding us that every person has value and a vital role to play.…
S1E158 Ep. 158 - Mind
In this episode of A Different Door, we begin a new series, Whole, focusing first on the renewal of the mind. Through conversation on Romans 12 and Psalm 143, we explore how fear and anxiety shape…
S1E157 Ep. 157 - From Eating to Feasting
In this episode, we reflect on Jesus’ miracle of the loaves and fishes from the Gospel of John and what it reveals about spiritual abundance. Joined by special guest, Jim Hecht, the conversation…
S1E156 Ep. 156 - From Occasion to Vocation
In this episode, we continue our “Letting Blessings Flow” series by welcoming longtime Grace Avenue member Kenneth Wolverton. They talk about his life, family, and decades of involvement with the…
S1E155 Ep. 155 - From Old Barriers to New Beginnings
In this episode, we reflect on Genesis 28 and Jacob’s encounter with God in the in-between places of life. Joined by church member, Katy Triefenbach, the conversation explores transition, community,…
S1E154 Ep. 154 - Love Repurposed
In this episode of A Different Door, the “Reimagine Advent” series continues with love repurposed. Through Matthew 1:18–25, we explore Joseph’s compassion and courage as he allows God to reshape his…
S1E153 Ep. 153 - Peace Restored
What would real peace look like — not just the absence of conflict, but a restoration of hope and purpose? In this episode of our Reimagine Advent series, we explore that question by reflecting on…
S1E152 Ep. 152 - Advocacy
In this final week of our More Than Welcome series, we explore what advocacy really means—how listening, using our gifts and making space for others can become acts of faithful hospitality.
S1E151 Ep. 151 - Space
In week three of More Than Welcome, we explore what it means to make space — for God, for others, and for ourselves. Through Acts 10–11, we see how the early church learned that God’s welcome…
S1E150 Ep. 150 - Bridges
Join Laura Echols-Richter and Jennifer Brad on our 150th episode as they explore the power and complexity of forgiveness through the story of Saul’s transformation in Acts. Together, they reflect on…
S1E149 Ep. 149 - Community
This month, we begin our new sermon series, More Than Welcome. In this episode, we celebrate All Saints Sunday and welcome Rev. Carol Montgomery for a heartfelt conversation on belonging, generosity,…
S1E148 Ep. 148 - Handwriting on the Wall
In the final week of our Stranger Things sermon series, we talk about one of scripture’s most mysterious and unsettling stories — the “handwriting on the wall” in Daniel 5. When King Belshazzar…
S1E147 Ep. 147 - The Original Talking Donkey
In this episode, we explore the biblical story of Balaam and his talking donkey, emphasizing how God often speaks through unexpected sources. It challenges listeners to be more attentive to God's…
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A Different Door has published 100 episodes since February 2024, covering topics in Christianity, Religion & Spirituality.
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