There are several churches that I follow - several speakers I enjoy listening to - several authors that I enjoy reading their books.... Of course one of my favorites is our leader at our home church of Eastside Church of Christ - Graham, Texas. His name is Dorman Holub and Dorman will tell you - he is a teacher first. His sermons always leave me thinking and pondering and wondering. Right now he is discussing the difference between a Fan and a Follower - and which one are we choosing to be. A Fan of Jesus or a Follower of Jesus. Certainly something to keep me thinking during the week.
Here is my list: (for now - today January of 2019 - it certainly can change!) Not in order - just as I think of the group!!!
Phileena Heuerte - oh how wonderful she is! You can also hear a recent sermon from the EastLake podcast (below). If you value meditation and all things honestly good in our life - Phileena is a welcome to your world. Her husband Chris - is also a great follow. His published book "The Sacred Enneagram" is one I am studying right now.
There are 3 Churches that I follow regularly in the Podcast world. And many times if you like to watch sermons you can find them on Vimeo too.
Great church out of Austin Texas. I also have friends that attend this church. The author - Jen Hatmaker attends and her husband Brandon and Jen also preach occasionally. I love all of their ministers - such a heart for Jesus and people.
I do not remember how I found this church but oh how I wish I could visit regularly. They have this unbelievable love for all. They are an incredible example of how Jesus taught us. Through GracePointe - I found John Pavlovitz and I have read his books and loved them! And I also found Ryan Meeks - who is the pastor of the other church I follow. Also through GracePointe I met my friend Jennifer Mayeaux who will one day share her culinary skills and serve gumbo at my home in Texas!! Stan Mitchell regularly shares at GracePointe and his sermons are thought provoking and daily keep me thinking & learning. GracePointe is a progressive, open community church. They honestly welcome all people into their family.
EastLake is similar to GracePointe and they often have the same people offer messages. EastLake is where I got to hear Phileena. I like what EastLake has done in the past - and is doing right now - they have a certain theme that their sermons are grouped around. Right now it is "Humanifesto" - pretty interesting take on scriptures and Jesus and how we should live. EastLake will also welcome all of us into their doors.
Some individuals that I am following right now - in addition to Phileena are:
"Son of a Preacher Man" - Jonathan Martin
"Red Letter Christainity" - Shane Claiborne and Tony Campolo
Stan Mitchell - often times has sermons at GracePointe & EastLake. He also has a following on facebook with thoughtful comments on how to live as Jesus called us to live.
Ryan Meeks - EastLake pastor
Colby Martin - pastor at Sojourn Grace Collective. I have just recently found this church - I subscribed to their podcast today - looks like I will add it to my list above!!! Colby also writes books - I am currently reading his book "Unclobber".
Tony Caldwell - Tony has sermons on Red Letter Christianity, plus other online venues.
John Pavlovitz - his books are wonderful - especially "A Bigger Table" - so worth the read!
Tripp Fuller - he has a movie .... "The Road to Edmond" - oh my word. So thankful I watched it!
I love to read - love to listen to podcasts - here are some reading thoughts to conclude ...
I am sure this blog post will be a work in progress. Who are listening to and reading with today? Please share!!!
Always, May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. 2 Corinthians 13:14.
