The Runner on Second

The Runner on Second

Author: Highland Park United Methodist Church - Dallas, Texas June 23, 2025 Duration: 33:21
Click/tap here to view the Sermon Reflection Guide. Have you ever found yourself presented with an opportunity you felt totally unqualified for? Two thousand years ago, an ordinary disciple named Ananias found himself in the same position. God had called him to do something that seemed risky, unexpected, and far beyond his comfort zone. But what if being the “right person” for God to work through has less to do with qualifications and more to do with availability? And what if the places and spaces you occupy are exactly where He wants to work? In this sermon, we turn to this story from Acts 9 to explore how God works through unlikely people in unlikely ways, including us.

The HPUMC-Sanctuary Sermons (Traditional Worship) podcast offers a weekly connection to the pulpit of Highland Park United Methodist Church in Dallas, Texas. Each episode presents the full sermon from the church's traditional worship service, featuring the thoughtful and grounded preaching of Senior Minister Rev. Paul Rasmussen and Rev. Matt Tuggle. This isn't a produced talk show, but a direct audio recording from the sanctuary, capturing the depth of biblical teaching and its thoughtful application to modern life. Listeners will find a consistent source for spiritual reflection rooted in Christian tradition and Methodist theology. The messages grapple with scripture, faith, and the challenges of living with compassion and purpose, providing substance for personal study or simply a moment of weekly inspiration. Whether you are a longtime member of the congregation, a seeker exploring faith, or someone who appreciates substantive sermon content, this podcast delivers the core of the Sunday message directly to you. It serves as an audio extension of the church's community, allowing the worship experience to travel beyond the physical walls of the sanctuary. Tune in for a regular practice of contemplation and to engage with teachings that encourage a deeper, more intentional spiritual journey.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

HPUMC - Sanctuary Sermons (Traditional Worship)
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