Small town sermons on the Gospel, God's law, and the power of Grace. Eric Damon is pastor of Grace Lutheran in Manorville, PA and Emmanuel Heilman in Ford City, PA. Both are member churches of the ELCA (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America). These are Sunday sermons
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Two pastors and two comedians sit down together to consider the weekly Bible reading. Chaos, hilarity and occasional insight ensue! Hosted by Pastor Eric Damon and Pastor Bob Schaefer. New episodes every other week.
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Welcome to the Freedom Church podcast! Hear life-giving messages from our team, led by lead pastor Wade Haskins. To connect with us visit https://myfreedom.org and download the Freedom Church app.
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Welcome to The Best Kept Secrets Podcast hosted by Sharon K Mwangi where we share our best kept secrets about God, love, life and everything in between.
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Mark 7:24-37 When the Syrophoenician woman comes to Jesus, she has nothing to offer him. She is begging, and this sermon looks at how that compares to the Church and our worship.由Eric
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A Grace that doesn't change us is not God's Grace. In Part 2 of "On Mission" Pastor Wade reminds us that Salvation should call us to action. We need to know who we are in Christ Jesus and how we respond to the gift of salvation matters. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We w…
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Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 While it is important to make a clear distinction between God's Law and Human traditions, this sermon looks at how even arbitrary human traditions can be good and useful.由Eric
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We kick off part 1 of our new series "On Mission" with an update from Pastor Wade about all the things going on at all of our campuses while also casting some vision for where we are heading in 2025 and beyond! In this message Pastor Wade reminds us in this season to stay holy, value relationships, get some rest, keep our joy, and strive for unity.…
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John 6:56-69 This is the last week of the bread discourse and this sermon takes a look at one more unlikely voice for Eucharist. This one compares a small childs reaction to a sermon with the disciples reaction to Jesus's command, and sometimes I don't know is an acceptable response.由Eric
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We're all broken people in need of the grace and forgiveness that comes from Jesus, but we weren't meant to walk this journey alone. God gives all of us "friends in low places" to to keep us connected to the body of Christ. Pastor Mark challenges us to take a step this semester, jump into a group, and experience the life change that comes from auth…
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Comics Luke Severeid (www.lukesevereid.com) and Abby Elias (@itsabbye) join us to talk about the "bad parts" of the Pacific Northwest, eating Jesus, and the dangers of musical theater. Today's Gospel is John 6:56–69 Thanks for a fantastic first season - come back in about three months for Season 2! Hosted by Pastor Eric Damon and Pastor Bob Schaefe…
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John 6:51-58 In what has turned into an improptu sermon series on unlikely voices for Eucharist, this sermon looks at what the Bob Marley Song "I Shot the Sheriff" might have in common with Jesus's claim that anyone who doesn't eat the flesh of the Son of Man has no life within them.由Eric
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Today we conclude our Summer Playlist Series with Damon bringing the word “Tell Us About Yourself”. We learn about how God desires for us to see that our identity is found in Him and we are not defined by what the enemy says or shortcomings. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference.…
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Our focus is so easily shifted away from the things of God. The good news is that Jesus understands us and has given us His word and Spirit to help! Pastor Eric walks us through what it means to keep our minds, our spirits, and our bodies in a place of holiness. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose a…
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Today we conclude our Summer Playlist series with Alex Clifford. "Counter Cultural Christianity" is all about the world needing the church. We are encouraged to go be different. Our approach should be how has God called the Christian to live in the secular, ever-changing culture around us? Let's go be difference makers! Freedom Church exists so tha…
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John 6:35:41-51 While Jesus is declaring himself to be the "bread of life" he also calls him self "bread from heaven," comparing himself to Manna. This sermon looks at how the Uecharistic feast sustains us on our journey in this world.由Eric
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We all struggle with identity issues. We assign so many things to define who we are on a daily basis. The truth is, Jesus alone defines who we are. He made us in the first place! Pastor Devin invites us to take up our own “mats” and walk differently in our identity in Christ. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover …
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If your life was judged by your generosity, then how big is your measuring container? Pastor Alex challenges us to prayerfully consider how we can intentionally grow our giving. This isn't a message about just finances, but how to foster a spirit of generosity in our own personal lives and for the generations to come. Freedom Church exists so that …
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Freedom Church is not just a church with groups, we are a church OF groups. We believe that true life change happens in circles not rows! Listen as Pastor Tina shares the value and importance of groups here at Freedom, and how they can change your future. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make…
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The Summer Playlist series continues as Tomeaka brings the word “An Invitation To Friendship”. Today we learn how God wants to be in a deep level of friendship with us, but ultimately up to us to foster that relationship. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to help you…
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Pittsburgh comics Josh Ritenour (@ritkeepstalking) and Justin Gilkey (@justo_comedy) are back to talk about being professional, flesh-bread, and Jesus on tour. Today's Gospel is John 6:35, 41–51 Hosted by Pastor Eric Damon and Pastor Bob Schaefer. Music: Trickster by Phat Sounds Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10864-trickster Licensed unde…
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John 6:24-35 This sermon is an argument for the case to retain our sense of wonder and mysticism regarding the Eucharist. It also brings up skateboarding legend Rodney Mullen.由Eric
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Life is a series of transitions and seasons, so what do you do while you are stuck “in the meantime”? In week 1 of our Summer Playlist Series, Pastor James encourages us to do the things that please and honor God while we wait. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want to he…
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It's not a matter of "if" temptation will come, it's "when." Kicking off our first week of our new series "Summer Playlist" Pastor David shares on how we can prepare, respond and recover when it comes to the temptation in our lives. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference. We want …
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Have you ever felt like your relationship with Jesus isn’t where you would like it to be? It could be that your proximity with your savior just isn’t where it once was. The good news is, Jesus understands us! Pastor Evan at our Rising Sun Campus helps us find out how in week one of our Summer Playlist. Freedom Church exists so that you would know G…
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What burdens do you have that you’re carrying? In the book of Mathew chapter 11 verse 28 Jesus invites us to bring what is weighing on us to himself. We are also encouraged throughout the New Testament to walk with each other through our burdens. In Week 1 of our Summer Playlist series Pastor Josh Harrison leads us into surrendering, sharing, and t…
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John 6:1-15 When Jesus feeds 5,000 with 5 loaves and two fish it's not just a magic trick. It's a revelation of reality. This sermon asks what difference it would make if we believed that.由Eric
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Speakers from our Nairobi Campus in Kenya! Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around Freedom is thanks t…
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8AM Bel Air Raquel Penduck Elijah DiPaola Shawn DiPaola Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around Freedo…
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11:00AM Mya Sanders Teddy Kelly Cindy Carnie Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around Freedom is thanks…
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11:15 Bel Air Raquel Penduck Treston Diaz Sandy Vujanic Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around Freedo…
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11:15 Rising Sun Jaylene McQuerrey Raylee Chase Matt Reynolds Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around …
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9:30 AM Middle River Steven Foster Evan Norris Sherrika Newsome Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening aroun…
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9:30 AM Rising Sun Kaitlyn Stevens Dave Strawser Jenyne Ward Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around F…
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11:15 AM Middle River Allen Tillman John Mox Jasmine Williams Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around …
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8AM Rising Sun Jaylene McQuerrey Tracy Jenkins Lonnie Hayden Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around F…
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9:30 AM Bel Air Eric Diaz Jonathan Falcone Bill Kendall Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around Freedo…
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9:30AM Kaci Kelly Phil Miller Shawn Whiteaker Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around Freedom is thank…
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10 AM Lake Norman Darren Mulholland Natalie Garrison Our Dream Team is made of up normal people that Jesus does incredible, life-changing things through. They’ve gone through our Growth Track, discovered some of their God-given purpose and have begun to make a difference around here in huge ways. To be honest, all you see happening around Freedom i…
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Pittsburgh comics Josh Ritenour (@ritkeepstalking) and Justin Gilkey (@justo_comedy) join us to talk about Idolatry, Biblical era alimony, and Jesus represented as Mr. Beast and/or Jason Vorhees. Today's Gospel is John 6:1–21 Hosted by Pastor Eric Damon and Pastor Bob Schaefer. Music: Trickster by Phat Sounds Free download: https://filmmusic.io/son…
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Amos 7:7-15 This sermon looks at a basic object lesson (children's sermon) God gives the prophet amos about a plumb line, and what it says about what can go wrong if we lose sight of the true standard against which we must measure what is Holy.由Eric
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In the Old and New Testament, miracle after miracle is recorded, but the same power that healed the sick when Jesus walked the Earth still heals the sick today. In week two of our Summer Revival Series, Pastor Wade leads us into believing for miraculous healing in our lives; physically, relationally, and spiritually. Freedom Church exists so that y…
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Pittsburgh comics Erick Williams and Blake Stalnecker join us to talk about bombing at open mics, grandchildren in church, and whether King Herod's life is better suited for a soap opera or Pornhub. Today's Gospel is Mark 6:14–29 Hosted by Pastor Eric Damon and Pastor Bob Schaefer. Music: Trickster by Phat Sounds Free download: https://filmmusic.io…
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Mark 6:1-13 When Jesus preaches in his hometown, his neighbors are unable to recognize his holiness. This sermon discusses the importance of recognizing what is holy in the ordinary.由Eric
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Imagine it's Christmas day. Presents are piled high under the tree. You open your first gift and say "Thank you so much! I don't want any of the other gifts." Sometimes this is exactly how we respond to the gifts of the Holy Spirit. We receive the gift of salvation, but there's so much more that the Holy Spirit wants to give us! Pastor Joey kicks o…
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Mark 5:21-43 This Sermon Looks at Jesus healing Jairus and an unnamed woman and what this might say about our cultures relationship to Jesus while it's relationship to church undeniably changes.由Eric
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In the final week of Winning the War in Your Mind, Pastor Wade challenges us for when we get overwhelmed by our runaway minds. Peace can be found as we choose to let the Holy Spirit direct our thoughts and by taking our worries, concerns and burdens and giving them to God. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover you…
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Pittsburgh comics Abbey Hannis and Liz Martin return to talk about pandemic mics and church, baptismal riptides, and Jesus' desire to heal no matter what it takes. Today's Gospel is Mark 5:21–43 Hosted by Pastor Eric Damon and Pastor Bob Schaefer. Music: Trickster by Phat Sounds Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10864-trickster Licensed unde…
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Mark 4:35-41 (Job 38:1-11) The story of Jesus calming the storm is so common that even people who don't know the story refer to it in idioms. This sermon compares it to the reading from Job and asks what it means when a person keeps faith but the storm doesn't become calm.由Eric
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Most of life's battles are won or lost in the mind. We all have what is known as cognitive biases, that we apply to interactions and experiences. But in part 2 of Winning the War in Your Mind, Pastor Joey reminds us that we have the ability to reframe our mindset, through taking every thought captive and making it obedient to Christ. Freedom Church…
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Our thoughts are powerful. They change our perspective, impact our decisions, and influence our habits. But what do we do when we become trapped by our thoughts, unable to escape negative and unhealthy thinking? Let’s learn what it means to take our thoughts captive and win the war in our minds. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, fin…
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Pittsburgh comics Abbey Hannis and Liz Martin join us to consider mustard seeds, the ultimate aim of evangelism, and burning our guest Liz as a witch. Today's Gospel is Mark 4:26–34 Hosted by Pastor Eric Damon and Pastor Bob Schaefer. Music: Trickster by Phat Sounds Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10864-trickster Licensed under CC BY 4.0: …
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God is calling us to a higher calling! When we are faithful, God will take us further than we could ever imagine. The path to a high calling goes through the valley of surrender, sacrifice and service. Step up, step out and give it your all! Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover your purpose and make a difference.…
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No sin is too great for God's grace, no marriage too shattered for His healing, and no relationship beyond His redemption. Pastor Wade leads us in our study of Ruth with a profound message: when two hearts seek the one true God, anything is possible in their relationships. Freedom Church exists so that you would know God, find freedom, discover you…
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