Episodes
Friday Mar 31, 2023
Clarence Jordan
Friday Mar 31, 2023
Friday Mar 31, 2023
Joanne Tramel’s first sermon of the year highlights great Christians of history. For 2023, that figure is Clarence Jordan (1912-1969). Jordan made it his life’s purpose to fight against economic and racial inequality using his Koinonia Farm in Georgia, though terrorized by local white supremacists. His Cotton Patch Gospels provided modern retelling of the Bible and the later use of the farm for affordable housing paved the way for the founding of Habitat for Humanity.
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Christians and Halloween
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Friday Nov 04, 2022
The secular holiday of Halloween is often controversial among Christians. In this message, Joanne Tramel traces the origins of the holiday and takes on the question “is it okay to celebrate?” Even a pagan holiday’s origins don’t always carry over into modern culture’s intent. Yes, Satan is real, but the Enemy is more likely to put his efforts into true evils such as hunger, drug addiction, and abuse. Only Jesus and modeling Christ-like actions can overcome Satan’s influence.
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Florence Nightingale
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Wednesday Mar 09, 2022
Joanne Tramel tells us about the life of Florence Nightingale and where her faith took her. Florence Nightingale was raised and educated in British high society and with her faith, drawn to helping those in need. She waited for God’s signal, visiting hospitals until meeting Dr. Blackwell, who encouraged her to act on her desires to help. From then on, she rose to become the mother of modern nursing. God has already called us to follow His example. When we do, we can bring great changes to the world.
Friday Jul 30, 2021
Too Much of a Good Thing
Friday Jul 30, 2021
Friday Jul 30, 2021
We often think that virtues are better in abundance. Joanne Tramel explains that that is not always the case and if we take any virtue to an extreme, they become harmful to others. To keep our virtues in check, we should ask ourselves certain questions.
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Friday Jun 11, 2021
Carrying on tradition, Joanne Tramel teaches us about the lives of former US president Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn. Coming from humble beginnings, the Carters rose in political ranks. Following defeat against former president Ronald Reagan, the Carters were moved to establish the Carter Center to pursue many philanthropic missions ever since.
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
Onward Christian Soldiers
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
Wednesday Nov 18, 2020
In honor of Veteran’s Day, Joanne Tramel provides us with a history of the holiday and draws parallels between those in military service and those in service to the Lord. We are in a war against Satan from the moment of our baptism and the only way to fight is to study God’s Word so that we can react on instinct to temptations. With the Armor of God and using our spiritual gifts with fellow Christians, we are able to face the battles against evil.
Friday Oct 30, 2020
And Justice for All
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Our Pledge of Allegiance declares justice for all, so Joanne Tramel details the foundational topic of justice and how God directs us to advocate for the vulnerable in the our population. We are not to ignore the suffering of others.
Wednesday Jun 10, 2020
One Nation Under God
Wednesday Jun 10, 2020
Wednesday Jun 10, 2020
In this message, Joanne Tramel lays out ways to keep the balance between our Christian and national loyalties. While not always in conflict, it's important to remember that our first citizenship lies in heaven, not the United States.
Friday Mar 13, 2020
Christians Who Changed the World: Alexander Campbell
Friday Mar 13, 2020
Friday Mar 13, 2020
For this message, Joanne Tramel teaches us about Alexander Campbell's life and legacy that revolutionized the church. During the Protestant Reformation of the early 19th century, Christian denominations were harshly divided, which pushed Alexander Campbell to devote his life to preaching unity through the New Testament.
Friday Jan 03, 2020
Red Letter Resolutions
Friday Jan 03, 2020
Friday Jan 03, 2020
Jesus asks in Luke 6:46, "Why do you call me, 'Lord, Lord,' and do not do what I say?" As Joanne Tramel explains, "Red Letter Christians" put their efforts into living their lives as Jesus taught us. One of the major ways we can become Red Letter Christians is to love our neighbors, showing them kindness, compassion, and good will.
Friday Aug 23, 2019
The Golden (Opportunity) Years
Friday Aug 23, 2019
Friday Aug 23, 2019
Joanne Tramel discusses the importance of appreciating the older generation's role in the Family of God, emphasizing the 5th Commandment and Exodus 20:12.
Saturday Feb 16, 2019
Harriet Beecher Stowe
Saturday Feb 16, 2019
Saturday Feb 16, 2019
Joanne Tramel focuses on the life of Harriet Beecher Stowe, abolitionist and author of Uncle Tom's Cabin. Scripture calls us to do what is right, even if it's unlawful or controversial, and Harriet obeyed during the struggles of the Civil War.
Friday Aug 31, 2018
The Whole Truth
Friday Aug 31, 2018
Friday Aug 31, 2018
Joanne Tramel digs into the truth and how vital it is to the meaning of being Christian. Why is it that the truth has become more and more scarce? Truth is not relative! Keep an eye out for the signs of falsehood.
Friday Jan 19, 2018
George Washington Carver
Friday Jan 19, 2018
Friday Jan 19, 2018
Joanne Tramel focuses on the life of Georger Washington Carver who, before Martin Luter King, Jr., dedicated his life to helping others with humility, sacrifice, and bravery. Like Christ, If we suffer for doing good and endure it with patience, the Lord will be pleased.
Friday Nov 17, 2017
The Case for Kindness and Compassion
Friday Nov 17, 2017
Friday Nov 17, 2017
Joanne Tramel emphasises the increasing need for Christ-like kindness and compassion for others in society today.
Wednesday May 24, 2017
Right to Life?
Wednesday May 24, 2017
Wednesday May 24, 2017
In this message, Joanne Tramel tackles the controversy of abortion and the need for compassion.
Wednesday Dec 07, 2016
Christmas is a' Comin'
Wednesday Dec 07, 2016
Wednesday Dec 07, 2016
As we prepare for the holiday, Joanne Tramel gives us a Christmas sermon.
Friday Jul 08, 2016
One Nation,Under God
Friday Jul 08, 2016
Friday Jul 08, 2016
In spirit of the Independance Day weekend, Joanne Tramel speaks on how we can balance our patriotic duties as citizens of the United States and our spiritual duties as Christians. As Joanne explains, we are Christians first, US Americans second.
Wednesday Feb 24, 2016
To Tell the Truth
Wednesday Feb 24, 2016
Wednesday Feb 24, 2016
In the face of election year, Joanne Tramel is lead to speak on the sacredness and meaning of the truth and comments on how lying has become so easy to so many.
Wednesday Nov 04, 2015
When the Saints Go Marching In
Wednesday Nov 04, 2015
Wednesday Nov 04, 2015
In recognition of All Saints Day, Joanne Tramel explains what sainthood used to mean, what it means to Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches, and what it means to us.
Friday Aug 21, 2015
A Woman's Place: Part 3
Friday Aug 21, 2015
Friday Aug 21, 2015
Joanne Tramel returns with her "A Woman's Place" series to expound on the role of women in the church. Contrary to some interpretations of 1 Timothy 2:8-15, it is not an outrage to God for women to lead in church. Rather, Paul was giving guidance to the women of the time who were not used to being permitted inside a place of worship.
Wednesday Mar 04, 2015
A Golden Rule Marriage: What's it Like to be Married to Me?
Wednesday Mar 04, 2015
Wednesday Mar 04, 2015
Special speaker Joanne Tramel preaches from Ephesians 5:21-33 to deliver this message on nurturing a healthy marriage (though applicable to all relationships). She points out toxins that can spoil a marriage and offers Godly advice on how to guard against them.
Wednesday Nov 19, 2014
Blessed are the Merciful
Wednesday Nov 19, 2014
Wednesday Nov 19, 2014
For her turn at the Beatitude series, Joanne Tramel covers Mark 5:7. In order to earn God's mercy, we must first have mercy for those who wrong us and those in need.
Wednesday May 28, 2014
Blessed Are Those Who Mourn
Wednesday May 28, 2014
Wednesday May 28, 2014
Wednesday Nov 27, 2013
Come, Ye Thankful People, Come
Wednesday Nov 27, 2013
Wednesday Nov 27, 2013
As we prepare to give the Lord our thanks this Thanksgiving, Joanne Tramel reminds us of the origins of the holiday and answers the question "What does Thanksgiving mean for Christians?". The inspiring scripture is 2 Corinthians 9:6-15.
Sunday Jun 02, 2013
A Woman's Place: Part 2
Sunday Jun 02, 2013
Sunday Jun 02, 2013
In "A Woman's Place" part two, Joanne Tramel continues her sometimes controversial topic about the role of women according to Scripture. This time she examines Ephesians 5:21-33, discussing the role of women in marriage and the home.