Inspire: Part 2, Inspired to Love // Rev. Justin LaRosa // January 12, 2025

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S4, E1 - Day One 7:38

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Last summer, something monumental happened. One of Uncuffed's founding producers, Greg Eskridge, came home after more than 30 years in prison. In this episode we’ll bring you back to that emotional day last summer when he walked out of the San Quentin gates, free at last. Our work in prisons is supported by the California Arts Council, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, independent foundations, and donations from listeners like you. Learn more, sign up for Uncuffed news, and support the program at www.weareuncuffed.org Follow us @WeAreUncuffed on Instagram and Facebook Transcripts are available within a week of the episode coming out at www.kalw.org/podcast/uncuffed…

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Our capacity to love others comes from God’s lavish love for us and in us. God’s love within us then compels us to love others lavishly and unconditionally. Both components are essential. Remembrance of baptism. Justin preaching, Sally doing reaffirmation liturgy.
Reflection Questions:
1. How do stay near to Jesus Christ? What practices do you regularly engage in? What distances you from God, or currently blocks you from love?
2. Reflect on your primary spiritual gift: How can you use your unique abilities to serve and love others, especially those in broken places, and grow closer to God in the process? (if you don’t know) https://www.adultbiblestudies.com/spiritual-gifts-survey
3. Consider a situation where forgiveness feels difficult or even impossible. What steps can you take to seek God’s strength and grace to forgive, as Corrie Ten Boom did, and experience the transformative power of love?
Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps

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Inspire: Part 2, Inspired to Love // Rev. Justin LaRosa // January 12, 2025

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The Good Book: Part 5 // Mat Hotho // March 2, 2025 19:49

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How can reading the Bible transform your life and deepen your relationship with God? Scripture has the power to illuminate our hearts and guide us in loving God and others. But to experience its full impact, we must make it a regular part of our lives—and even better, read it in community. Discover how reading Scripture together can bring its truth to life in profound ways. Reflection questions: 1. Which parts of the Bible tend to bring you fear or frustration, and how might a sense of curiosity transform your approach to those passages? 2. When you hear the metaphor of the Bible as a ‘gem,’ how does that shift the way you think about Scripture compared to seeing it as something rigid or unchanging? 3. In what ways can you engage Scripture in community—through small groups or study partners—so it might ‘bear and become the Word of God’ for you? Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Beyond the Sermon: How We Use the Bible 10:59

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When we read the Bible, we’re encountering something ancient—written by people trying to make sense of their world and their experiences with God. So why do we sometimes expect it to be immediately clear to us today? This week, Mat and Decker explore how interpreting scripture is more like unpacking a halftime show performance—full of layers, context, and perspectives beyond our own. Join us as we discuss how history, language, and community shape our understanding of faith, and why wrestling with the text can deepen, rather than weaken, our relationship with God. Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Beyond the Sermon: Understanding Difficult Passages of Scripture 13:28

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This week, Mat and Magrey discuss how reading deeply—whether it’s scripture, poetry, music, or film—helps us see the bigger picture of God’s plan in our lives. By engaging with different perspectives and holding multiple interpretations in tension, we grow in understanding, not just of the Bible, but of the world around us. Join us as we explore how faith isn’t about rigid answers, but about an ongoing, dynamic conversation that shapes us into more thoughtful, compassionate people. Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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The Good Book: Part 4 // Pastor Magrey deVega // February 23, 2025 17:10

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How can we ensure the Bible is a source of liberation rather than harm? Throughout history, Scripture has been misused to justify misogyny, racism, homophobia, and other systemic sins. In this episode, we explore how to read the Bible faithfully, uncovering its message of good news and freedom for all. Reflection Questions: 1. What childhood story has brought you deeper meaning as you have gotten older? 2. What passages in the Bible have been most troublesome for you to interpret? 3. How will you approach the Bible through the lens of love, for God and others? Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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The Good Book: Part 3 // Pastor Magrey deVega // February 16, 2025 16:13

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What do we do with troubling images of God in the Bible that seem inconsistent with his love and faithfulness? Stories of God’s unpredictable actions can feel more like ancient mythology than the God we know. Explore how to read Scripture faithfully, uncovering its timeless truths beyond antiquated imagery. Reflection Questions 1. What images for God in the Bible are among your favorites? What are most troubling to you? 2. How has your relationship with God changed over time? What role did external circumstances play in those changes? 3. What new way might you explore envisioning and relating to God in your life? Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Beyond the Sermon: Rethinking How We See God 13:27

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This week, Matt and Magrey discuss the evolving ways God is depicted in the Bible. They reflect on how personal experiences and challenges reshape our faith, inviting us to expand our perspective rather than leave it behind. Whether through theology, life events, or moments of transformation, growth means embracing new ways of seeing God while holding on to what still resonates. Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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The Good Book: Part 2 // Pastor Magrey deVega // February 9, 2025 17:56

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How can we reconcile a loving God with the violence depicted in the Bible? Many struggle with this challenge, especially when reading the Old Testament. Join us as we delve into how to navigate scripture faithfully while grappling with the tough questions about God, violence, and our understanding of his character. Reflection Questions: 1. What biblical passages of violence are most troubling to you? 2. How will you guard against the tendency to see the Old Testament as irrelevant or inferior? 3. How will you live out the call of Jesus to non-violence? Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Beyond the Sermon: Breaking the Cycle of Violence 11:24

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Violence in the Bible is one of the most challenging topics to wrestle with, yet it's a necessary conversation for understanding scripture in context. This week, Mat and Magrey explore the tension between taking violent passages too literally or dismissing them entirely. They discuss how ancient texts reflect the worldview of their time, the dangers of misinterpretation, and the responsibility we have to read scripture through the lens of love and justice. How do we navigate these difficult passages in a way that deepens faith rather than distorts it? Join the discussion. Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Beyond the Sermon: The Only Things We Can Control 12:24

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This week, Pastor Magrey deVega and Bishop Patrick Streiff explore the power of spiritual practices, from the Moravian texts that shaped John Wesley to the wisdom passed down through centuries of faith. They discuss how scripture, tradition, and relationships shape our journey, just as Jesus walked with His disciples toward transformation. Join the conversation on how faith is lived and shared in community. Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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The Good Book: Part 1 // Pastor Magrey deVega (w/ Bishop Streiff) // February 2, 2025 24:12

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How does the way we interpret the Bible shape our faith? A Wesleyan approach focuses on inspiration rather than rigid concepts of inerrancy or infallibility. This perspective invites us to read Scripture dynamically and contextually, unlocking deeper truth and broader applicability. Join us to explore why this distinction matters so much. Reflection Questions: 1. How will you see spiritual practices as a way of being, rather than an expectation of doing? 2. What does it mean to you for the Bible to be inspired? 3. How can different perspectives bring you new insights when reading of the Bible? Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Beyond the Sermon: Inspired to Worship 12:55

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This week Mat and Magrey explore the role of worship in the Psalms, reflecting on how faith and artistry can emerge even in life’s bleakest moments. They discuss Psalm 100, a celebration of joy placed near lament, showing us the power of resilient worship in the face of unresolved struggles. Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Inspire, Part 4: Inspired to Worship // Pastor Magrey deVega // January 26, 2025 14:36

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What does it mean to give back to God through worship? Worship is our response to God’s incredible gift of grace. Having received the breath of God, we use it to proclaim His power and might. Discover how worship reflects a beautiful cycle of grace and praise. Reflection Questions: 1. How has Sunday worship prepared you to be worshipful throughout the week? 2. What do you need to do to be more worshipful every day? 3. How will worship enable you to be an inspiration for others? Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Beyond the Sermon: Inspired to Serve 10:58

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This week Mat and Magrey explore how we are called to actively participate in addressing the world’s challenges, rather than passively waiting for God to act. Reflecting on Psalm 37, they discuss how to focus on what we can control, release what we cannot, and find purpose in service. They also dive into the feeling of disenchantment that surrounds us and share insights on how to navigate it with faith and hope. The King Philosophy: https://thekingcenter.org/about-tkc/the-king-philosophy/ Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Inspire, Part 4: Inspired to Serve // Pastor Magrey deVega // January 19, 2025 18:21

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What does it mean to serve with love as your foundation? God has uniquely designed each of us to serve in specific ways for his purpose. Join us as we explore how to embrace your calling and live it out with love at the center. Reflection Questions: 1. When have you experienced disenchantment in your life, or in the world? 2. What Fruit of the Spirit are easiest to demonstrate? What are hardest? 3. What parts of Dr. King’s sermon or Psalm 37 resonate most with you? Why? Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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Beyond the Sermon: Inspired to Love Like Jesus 8:42

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This week Savanna and Justin tackle the challenges of loving those who are difficult to love, especially when they are the ones causing us pain. They share insights on how to turn toxic experiences into opportunities to show others Christ’s love and explore what it means to reflect grace in the hardest relationships. Find out more at HydeParkUMC.org/NextSteps…

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