If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

In this episode of the Spray United Methodist Church Podcast, we reflect on a powerful moment after the resurrection of Jesus, when He appeared to His disciples behind closed doors and spoke the words, “Peace be with you.”

The disciples were not celebrating—they were afraid. The doors were shut, and uncertainty filled the room. Yet Jesus did not come with correction or condemnation. He came with peace.

This episode explores the kind of peace that does not depend on circumstances, but on the presence of Christ. A peace that meets us in our fear, our uncertainty, and even in the places where we feel closed off.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, anxious, or unsure of what comes next, this message is a reminder that Jesus still comes to us—right where we are—and still speaks, “Peace be with you.”

Scripture Reference:
John 20:19–21

If you do not have a church home, we invite you to worship with us at Spray United Methodist Church, located at 803 Morgan Road in Eden, North Carolina.

We are a loving family who loves God and loves people — all people.

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

In this episode, we take a moment to reflect on the importance of gratitude—especially for the people God has placed in our lives.
It’s easy to move through our days without stopping to recognize the quiet ways others support, encourage, and walk beside us. But gratitude changes how we see those moments, and how we see each other.
This message is a gentle reminder to pause, to give thanks, and to let the people around you know they are seen, valued, and appreciated.
Sometimes the simplest words—“I’m grateful for you”—can make a lasting difference.

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.

If you’d like to share encouragement or questions about today’s message, you can text us. We may not respond individually, but your feedback helps us pray for you and shape future episodes.”

“Sowing seeds of the Gospel, trusting God for the harvest.”™ 🌱✝️

• “Intro/Outro music: Ambient Guitar Magic, courtesy of Transistor.fm (CC BY-SA 4.0 license).”

The Spray UMC Podcast is a conversation for ordinary people seeking to follow an extraordinary Savior. Together we explore Scripture, Christian faith, and everyday discipleship in a way that is biblically faithful, deeply practical, and understandable for believers of all ages.