Just Sitting Here Thinking

By J. Vance Eastridge

A collection of sermons and lessons by Rev. J. Vance Eastridge of the United Methodist Church, including study series and ”introspective” character monologues. After more than 40 years as a pastor in ... more

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April 07, 2023 4-14-90 Easter - Introspective on Simon Peter
In the continuing tradition of Rev. Eastridge's introspective character monologues, here is an earlier, different take on the character and experience of the father of the church, Simon Peter, and his witness to the ministry, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus.
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35min
March 31, 2023 4-01-90 Maker of Peace
For Palm Sunday, we finish the journey to Jerusalem with the question of how to follow and spread the peace that Jesus knows and brings, to beat swords into ploughshares and ourselves become peacemakers.
The Prayer of St. Francis, and Luke 19:42 - "If only you knew the things which make for peace."

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15min
March 24, 2023 3-25-90 Jesus, Man Of Peace
Sermon on our collective journey through Lent and the gift of peace through Jesus. How we hesitate to seriously open our hearts to Jesus because of our subconscious resistance to change. Knowing that change is painful but that our relationship with Christ transforms us, making all things new. Coming to our own Gethsemane and making our choice to follow Him.
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32min
March 17, 2023 3-20-05 Romans - Justification by Faith
Lesson on Paul's letter to the church at Rome and his vital message which lies at the core of Christianity.
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24min
March 10, 2023 3-11-90 A Gift Of The Spirit
Sermon on living in the way of peace and the meaning of shalom..
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30min
March 03, 2023 3-04-90 It’s All In Your Mind
Sermon on the power of faith in healing and Jesus' reflections on Jerusalem.
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1h 30min
February 24, 2023 2-25-90 Mistaking Pebbles For Pearls
The parable of the pearl, the story of the magic stone, the danger of overlooking true joy and meaning in our lives while trying to conquer our aspirations. In today's world it's hard to tell the difference between the stones and the pearls.
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21min
February 17, 2023 2-18-90 Burning Up The Cargo To Make The Trip
Sermon on the simple life that gives fulfillment. Parsing through all the voices in society competing for our attention and the values they hold. The sacrifices we make to get ahead, the danger of burning through the good parts of life in order to satisfy artificial goals and grab meaningless treasure. The necessity and mystery of grace in our lives.
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20min
February 10, 2023 2-11-90 That’s The Way It Is
Sermon on the story of Jesus making the blind beggar see. Who do we trust in a world of vested interests and ulterior motives? Where do we find a credibile source after being continually disappointed by our leaders in society, work, and politics?
The values we need to anchor us in an ever more complicated world - integrity, trust, learning the basis for our beliefs, and gaining wisdom from our own experience. We can rely always on God for steadfast and constant truth to anchor us.
Carrying God's truths and love out into the world, and how we can only love God by loving one another.
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27min
February 03, 2023 2-04-90 Use It Or Lose It
Sermon on using our God-given gifts in life. The importance of exercising our talents to keep them honed, and exercising our faith to keep our spiritual life fresh and renewed. The importance of taking time in the busyness of life for our spiritual health, and the joy that comes into everyday life from regular prayer and reflection.
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17min

FAQs about Just Sitting Here Thinking:

How many episodes does Just Sitting Here Thinking have?

The podcast currently has 105 episodes available.