Atlanta First United Methodist Church Sermon Podcast Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:19:41 -0400 http://www.atlantafirstumc.org en-us © 2026 Atlanta First United Methodist Church Sermon Podcast yes Support this Podcast c03c7e58-754f-584b-8b79-99e1b6308d4b Atlanta First United Methodist Church episodic false Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) christianity, methodist, Jesus, sermon, worship, serve, grow, engage Atlanta First United Methodist Church https://storage.buzzsprout.com/3mtkjyaizviz89b128tmplpdgp7l?.jpg Atlanta First United Methodist Church Sermon Podcast http://www.atlantafirstumc.org “One Table” - Sermon for October 4, 2026 “One Table” - Sermon for October 4, 2026 The sermon from the World Communion Sunday, October 4, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “One Table” in the worship series “We Are One.” Scripture lesson: 1 Corinthians 10:16-22 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the World Communion Sunday, October 4, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “One Table” in the worship series “We Are One.” Scripture lesson: 1 Corinthians 10:16-22 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19908222 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1686 sermon 2026 44 full false “Our Hearts Burned Within Us” - Sermon for September 27, 2026 “Our Hearts Burned Within Us” - Sermon for September 27, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, September 27, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Our Hearts Burned Within Us” in the worship series “The Eye of Golden: Seeing What God Sees.” Scripture lesson: Luke 24:13-35 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition). When we see as God sees, strangers become neighbors, private kindness becomes communal transformation, and relationships reveal a grace larger than any individual can see.

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 27, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Our Hearts Burned Within Us” in the worship series “The Eye of Golden: Seeing What God Sees.” Scripture lesson: Luke 24:13-35 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition). When we see as God sees, strangers become neighbors, private kindness becomes communal transformation, and relationships reveal a grace larger than any individual can see.

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19870810 Sun, 27 Sep 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1541 sermon 2026 43 full false “What Do You Want Me to Do for You?” - Sermon for September 20, 2026 “What Do You Want Me to Do for You?” - Sermon for September 20, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, September 20, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What Do You Want Me to Do for You?” in the worship series “The Eye of Golden: Seeing What God Sees.” Scripture lesson: Mark 10:46-52 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).  Seeing as God sees means encountering people as persons with voices, gifts, agency, and sacred stories—not as conditions to diagnose or problems to solve.

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 20, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What Do You Want Me to Do for You?” in the worship series “The Eye of Golden: Seeing What God Sees.” Scripture lesson: Mark 10:46-52 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).  Seeing as God sees means encountering people as persons with voices, gifts, agency, and sacred stories—not as conditions to diagnose or problems to solve.

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19834310 Sun, 20 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1465 sermon 2026 42 full false “More Than Meets the Eye” - Sermon for September 13, 2026 “More Than Meets the Eye” - Sermon for September 13, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, September 13, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “More Than Meets the Eye” in the worship series “The Eye of Golden: Seeing What God Sees.” Scripture lesson: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 13, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “More Than Meets the Eye” in the worship series “The Eye of Golden: Seeing What God Sees.” Scripture lesson: 1 Samuel 16:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19797601 Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1369 sermon 2026 41 full false “The God Who Has Seen” - Sermon for September 6, 2026 “The God Who Has Seen” - Sermon for September 6, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, September 6, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The God Who Has Seen” in the worship series “The Eye of Golden: Seeing What God Sees.” Scripture lesson: Exodus 3:7-12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 6, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The God Who Has Seen” in the worship series “The Eye of Golden: Seeing What God Sees.” Scripture lesson: Exodus 3:7-12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19762597 Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1682 sermon 2026 40 full false “You Are a Wonder!” - Sermon for August 30, 2026 “You Are a Wonder!” - Sermon for August 30, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, August 30, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “You Are a Wonder!” in the worship series “Wonder: Seeing the Extraordinary.” Scripture lesson: Romans 12:9-21 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 30, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “You Are a Wonder!” in the worship series “Wonder: Seeing the Extraordinary.” Scripture lesson: Romans 12:9-21 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19725262 Sun, 30 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1336 sermon 2026 39 full false “Dismantling Dismay” - Sermon for August 23, 2026 “Dismantling Dismay” - Sermon for August 23, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, August 23, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Dismantling Dismay” in the worship series “Wonder: Seeing the Extraordinary.” Scripture lesson: 41:1-4,8-10 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 23, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Dismantling Dismay” in the worship series “Wonder: Seeing the Extraordinary.” Scripture lesson: 41:1-4,8-10 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19688552 Sun, 23 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1426 sermon 2026 38 full false “Created Wonderful” - Sermon for August 16, 2026 “Created Wonderful” - Sermon for August 16, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, August 16, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Created Wonderful” in the worship series “Wonder: Seeing the Extraordinary.” Scripture lesson: Genesis 1:26-28a (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 16, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Created Wonderful” in the worship series “Wonder: Seeing the Extraordinary.” Scripture lesson: Genesis 1:26-28a (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19654150 Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1213 sermon 2026 37 full false “The Commandment We Proudly Break” - Sermon for August 9, 2026 “The Commandment We Proudly Break” - Sermon for August 9, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, August 9, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Catherine Boothe Olson, who is an Associate Pastor at Northside UMC. “The Commandment We Proudly Break.” Scripture lessons: Exodus 20:8-11; Deuteronomy 5:15; Matthew 11:28-30; Mark 2:27 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 9, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Catherine Boothe Olson, who is an Associate Pastor at Northside UMC. “The Commandment We Proudly Break.” Scripture lessons: Exodus 20:8-11; Deuteronomy 5:15; Matthew 11:28-30; Mark 2:27 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Catherine Boothe Olson Buzzsprout-19621585 Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1857 2026 36 full false “Gratitude in the Wilderness: Faith for ‘Not Enough’ Moments” - Sermon for August 2, 2026 “Gratitude in the Wilderness: Faith for ‘Not Enough’ Moments” - Sermon for August 2, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, August 2, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Keya Hillman, who is the Regional Developer for the Southwest District and Black Churches, NGUMC. “Gratitude in the Wilderness: Faith for ‘Not Enough’ Moments.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 14:13-21 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 2, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Keya Hillman, who is the Regional Developer for the Southwest District and Black Churches, NGUMC. “Gratitude in the Wilderness: Faith for ‘Not Enough’ Moments.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 14:13-21 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Keya Hillman Buzzsprout-19588028 Sun, 02 Aug 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1479 sermon 2026 35 full false “Hope: The Long Work of Reconciliation” - Sermon for July 26, 2026 “Hope: The Long Work of Reconciliation” - Sermon for July 26, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, July 26, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Hope: The Long Work of Reconciliation” in the Summer in the City series for July, “The Gospel in Invictus.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 29:15-28 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 26, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Hope: The Long Work of Reconciliation” in the Summer in the City series for July, “The Gospel in Invictus.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 29:15-28 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19551970 Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1566 sermon 2026 34 full false “Reconciliation: A Dream Bigger Than Fear” - Sermon for July 19, 2026 “Reconciliation: A Dream Bigger Than Fear” - Sermon for July 19, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, July 19, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Reconciliation: A Dream Bigger Than Fear” in the Summer in the City series for July, “The Gospel in Invictus.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 28:10-19a (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 19, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Reconciliation: A Dream Bigger Than Fear” in the Summer in the City series for July, “The Gospel in Invictus.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 28:10-19a (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19515671 Sun, 19 Jul 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1589 sermon 2026 33 full false “The Courage Factor” - Sermon for July 12, 2026 “The Courage Factor” - Sermon for July 12, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, July 12, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Tonya N. Miles, “The Courage Factor” in the Summer in the City series for July, “The Gospel in Invictus.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 25:19-34 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 12, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Tonya N. Miles, “The Courage Factor” in the Summer in the City series for July, “The Gospel in Invictus.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 25:19-34 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Tonya N. Miles Buzzsprout-19482448 Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1458 sermon 2026 32 full false “Freedom: Walking Out Free” - Sermon for July 5, 2026 “Freedom: Walking Out Free” - Sermon for July 5, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, July 5, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Freedom: Walking Out Free” in the Summer in the City series for July, “The Gospel in Invictus.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 24:34-38,42-49,58-67 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 5, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Freedom: Walking Out Free” in the Summer in the City series for July, “The Gospel in Invictus.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 24:34-38,42-49,58-67 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19447533 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1384 sermon 2026 31 full false “The Real Adventure” - Sermon for June 28, 2026 “The Real Adventure” - Sermon for June 28, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, June 28, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “The Real Adventure” in the Summer in the City series for June, “The Gospel in Disney-Pixar's Up.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 22:1-14 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, June 28, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “The Real Adventure” in the Summer in the City series for June, “The Gospel in Disney-Pixar's Up.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 22:1-14 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19414476 Sun, 28 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1347 sermon 2026 30 full false “Unexpected Family” - Sermon for June 21, 2026 “Unexpected Family” - Sermon for June 21, 2026 The sermon from the Father's Sunday, June 21, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Unexpected Family” in June Summer in the City series “The Gospel in Disney-Pixar's Up.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 21:8-21 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Father's Sunday, June 21, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Unexpected Family” in June Summer in the City series “The Gospel in Disney-Pixar's Up.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 21:8-21 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19379553 Sun, 21 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1707 sermon 2026 29 full false “Laughing at the Promise” - Sermon for June 14, 2026 “Laughing at the Promise” - Sermon for June 14, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, June 14, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Laughing at the Promise” in June Summer in the City series “The Gospel in Disney-Pixar's Up.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 18:1-15;21:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, June 14, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Laughing at the Promise” in June Summer in the City series “The Gospel in Disney-Pixar's Up.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 18:1-15;21:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19344474 Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1133 sermon 2026 28 full false “Higher Calling - A Spirit of Adventure” - Sermon for June 7, 2026 “Higher Calling - A Spirit of Adventure” - Sermon for June 7, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, June 7, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Higher Calling - A Spirit of Adventure” in June Summer in the City series “The Gospel in Disney-Pixar's Up.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 12:1-9 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, June 7, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Higher Calling - A Spirit of Adventure” in June Summer in the City series “The Gospel in Disney-Pixar's Up.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 12:1-9 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers Buzzsprout-19308698 Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1492 full false “The Dance of Love!” - Sermon for May 31, 2026 “The Dance of Love!” - Sermon for May 31, 2026 The sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, May 31, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Rose-Tucker, “The Dance of Love!” Scripture lessons: Genesis 1:1-2,26-28 and Matthew 28:16-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, May 31, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Rose-Tucker, “The Dance of Love!” Scripture lessons: Genesis 1:1-2,26-28 and Matthew 28:16-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Rose-Tucker Buzzsprout-19268855 Sun, 31 May 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1809 sermon 2026 26 full false “When the Holy Spirit Comes” - Sermon for Pentecost, May 24, 2026 “When the Holy Spirit Comes” - Sermon for Pentecost, May 24, 2026 The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, May 24, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “When the Holy Spirit Comes” in the worship series “Holding It All.” Scripture lessons: Psalm 150 and John 20:19-23 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19230294 Sun, 24 May 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1394 sermon 2026 25 full false “The Reign of God” - Sermon for May 17, 2026 “The Reign of God” - Sermon for May 17, 2026 The sermon from the Ascension Sunday, May 17, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “The Reign of God” in the worship series “Holding It All.” Scripture lesson: Psalm 24 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19191718 Sun, 17 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2034 sermon 2026 24 full false “Wisdom and Worship” - Sermon for May 10, 2026 “Wisdom and Worship” - Sermon for May 10, 2026 The sermon from the Mother's Day and Sixth Sunday of Easter, May 10, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Wisdom and Worship” in the worship series “Holding It All.” Scripture lesson: Psalm 100 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19191705 Sun, 17 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 1862 sermon 2026 23 full false “God Our Refuge” - Sermon for May 3, 2026 “God Our Refuge” - Sermon for May 3, 2026 The sermon from the Fifth Sunday of Easter, May 3, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “God Our Refuge” in the worship series “Holding It All.” Scripture lesson: Psalm 46 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19117396 Sun, 03 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 2288 sermon 2026 22 full false “Trust and Praise” - Sermon for April 26, 2026 “Trust and Praise” - Sermon for April 26, 2026 The sermon from the Fourth Sunday of Easter, April 26, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Trust and Praise” in the worship series “Holding It All.” Scripture lesson: Psalm 23 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19078737 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1395 sermon 2026 21 full false “Living the New Life” - Sermon for April 19, 2026 “Living the New Life” - Sermon for April 19, 2026 The sermon from the Third Sunday of Easter, April 19, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Living the New Life” in the worship series “Holding It All.” Scripture lesson: Psalm 34:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19040763 Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1366 sermon 2026 20 full false “Resurrection Begins” - Sermon for April 12, 2026 “Resurrection Begins” - Sermon for April 12, 2026 The sermon from the Second Sunday of Easter, April 12, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Resurrection Begins” in the worship series “Holding It All.” Scripture lesson: Psalm 16 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-19002792 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1188 sermon 2026 19 full false “Just As He Said” - Sermon for Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026 “Just As He Said” - Sermon for Easter Sunday, April 5, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, April 5, 2026, Easter Celebration worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Just As He Said.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 28:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18965504 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1234 sermon 2026 18 full false “Early Hallelujahs” - Sermon for Easter Sunrise, April 5, 2026 “Early Hallelujahs” - Sermon for Easter Sunrise, April 5, 2026 The sermon from the April 5, 2026, Easter Sunrise worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Early Hallelujahs.” Scripture lessons: John 20:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the April 5, 2026, Easter Sunrise worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, “Early Hallelujahs.” Scripture lessons: John 20:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18965494 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1398 sermon 2026 17 full false “Forsaken” - Homily for Good Friday, April 3, 2026 “Forsaken” - Homily for Good Friday, April 3, 2026 The homily from the Good Friday, April 3, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Forsaken” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 27:45-54 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The homily from the Good Friday, April 3, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Forsaken” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 27:45-54 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18959665 Fri, 03 Apr 2026 17:00:00 -0400 1177 sermon 2026 16 full false “Unlikely Allies” - Sermon for Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026 “Unlikely Allies” - Sermon for Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026 The sermon from the Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Allies” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: John 3:1-2;19:31-42 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Palm Sunday, March 29, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Allies” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: John 3:1-2;19:31-42 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18926073 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:00:00 -0400 1672 sermon 2026 14 full false “Unlikely Courage” - Sermon for March 22, 2026 “Unlikely Courage” - Sermon for March 22, 2026 The sermon from the Fifth Sunday in Lent, March 22, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Courage” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 27:55-56; Mark 15:40-41; Luke 23:48-49 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Fifth Sunday in Lent, March 22, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Courage” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 27:55-56; Mark 15:40-41; Luke 23:48-49 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18887627 Sun, 22 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1658 sermon 2026 13 full false “Unlikely Companionship” - Sermon for March 15, 2026 “Unlikely Companionship” - Sermon for March 15, 2026 The sermon from the Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 15, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Companionship” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lesson: Luke 23:26-31 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 15, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Companionship” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lesson: Luke 23:26-31 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18849378 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1964 sermon 2026 12 full false “Unlikely Freedom” - Sermon for March 8, 2026 “Unlikely Freedom” - Sermon for March 8, 2026 The sermon from the Third Sunday in Lent, March 8, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Freedom” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 27:15-26 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Third Sunday in Lent, March 8, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Freedom” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 27:15-26 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18810667 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0400 1664 sermon 2026 11 full false “Unlikely Opposition” - Sermon for March 1, 2026 “Unlikely Opposition” - Sermon for March 1, 2026 The sermon from the Second Sunday in Lent, March 1, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Opposition” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lesson: Mark 14:53-72 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Second Sunday in Lent, March 1, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Opposition” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lesson: Mark 14:53-72 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18769934 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0500 2010 sermon 2026 10 full false “Unlikely Offering” - Sermon for February 22, 2026 “Unlikely Offering” - Sermon for February 22, 2026 The sermon from the Sunday, February 22, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Offering” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: John 12:1-8 and Luke 7:36-50 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, February 22, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unlikely Offering” in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: John 12:1-8 and Luke 7:36-50 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18726802 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 14:00:00 -0500 1963 sermon 2026 9 full false Homily for Ash Wednesday - February 18, 2026 Homily for Ash Wednesday - February 18, 2026 The homily from the Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: Joel 2:1-2,12-17 and Isaiah 58 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The homily from the Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, in the worship series “An Unlikely Lent.” Scripture lessons: Joel 2:1-2,12-17 and Isaiah 58 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18708076 Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 1149 sermon 2026 8 full false “Manifest! Glory” - Sermon for February 15, 2026 “Manifest! Glory” - Sermon for February 15, 2026 The sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 15, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Justice” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lessons: Exodus 24:9-18 and Matthew 17:1-9 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 15, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Justice” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lessons: Exodus 24:9-18 and Matthew 17:1-9 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18687979 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500 1922 sermon 2026 7 full false “Manifest! Healing” - Sermon for February 8, 2025 “Manifest! Healing” - Sermon for February 8, 2025 The sermon from the Fifth Sunday After Epiphany, February 8, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Candace M. Lewis. “Manifest! Healing” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 58:1-12; Psalm 112:1-10; Matthew 5:13-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Fifth Sunday After Epiphany, February 8, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Candace M. Lewis. “Manifest! Healing” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 58:1-12; Psalm 112:1-10; Matthew 5:13-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Candace M. Lewis Buzzsprout-18645051 Sun, 08 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 1450 sermon 2026 6 full false “Manifest! Justice” - Sermon for January 25, 2026 “Manifest! Justice” - Sermon for January 25, 2026 The sermon from the Third Sunday After Epiphany, January 25, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Justice” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lessons: Matthew 5:1-12 and Micah 6:6-8 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Third Sunday After Epiphany, January 25, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Justice” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lessons: Matthew 5:1-12 and Micah 6:6-8 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18563078 Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0500 1726 sermon 2026 4 full false “Manifest! Calling” - Sermon for January 18, 2026 “Manifest! Calling” - Sermon for January 18, 2026 The sermon from the Second Sunday After Epiphany, January 18, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Calling” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lesson: 1 Samuel 3:1-10 and John 1:35-42 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Second Sunday After Epiphany, January 18, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Calling” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lesson: 1 Samuel 3:1-10 and John 1:35-42 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18528660 Sun, 18 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0500 2040 sermon 2026 3 full false “Manifest! Belovedness” - Sermon for January 11, 2026 “Manifest! Belovedness” - Sermon for January 11, 2026 The sermon from the Baptism of the Lord Sunday, January 11, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Belovedness” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 42:1-9 and Mark 1:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Baptism of the Lord Sunday, January 11, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Belovedness” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 42:1-9 and Mark 1:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18489146 Sun, 11 Jan 2026 14:00:00 -0500 2185 sermon 2026 2 full false “Manifest! Light” - Sermon for January 4, 2026 “Manifest! Light” - Sermon for January 4, 2026 The sermon from the Epiphany Sunday, January 4, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Light” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 60:1-7; Matthew 2:1-12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Epiphany Sunday, January 4, 2026, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Manifest! Light” in the worship series “MANIFEST!” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 60:1-7; Matthew 2:1-12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18451101 Sun, 04 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 2291 sermon 2026 1 full false “Address All Our Distress” - Sermon for December 28, 2025 “Address All Our Distress” - Sermon for December 28, 2025 The sermon from the first Sunday After Christmas, December 28, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Pastor Deontez Wimbley. “Address All Our Distress” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 9:2,6-7; Luke 1:26-38;2:1-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the first Sunday After Christmas, December 28, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Pastor Deontez Wimbley. “Address All Our Distress” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 9:2,6-7; Luke 1:26-38;2:1-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Pastor Deontez Wimbley Buzzsprout-18422838 Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 600 sermon 2025 57 full false “Light Has Come—Everything Changed” - Sermon for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025 “Light Has Come—Everything Changed” - Sermon for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025 The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Light Has Come—Everything Changed” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 9:2-7 (NRSVue) and Luke 2:1-20 (KJV).

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]]> The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Light Has Come—Everything Changed” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 9:2-7 (NRSVue) and Luke 2:1-20 (KJV).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18417412 Fri, 26 Dec 2025 18:00:00 -0500 2064 sermon 2025 56 full false “When Light Moves Into the Neighborhood” - Sermon for December 21, 2025 “When Light Moves Into the Neighborhood” - Sermon for December 21, 2025 The sermon from the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 21, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Light Moves Into the Neighborhood” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lesson: Luke 1:46b-56 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 21, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Light Moves Into the Neighborhood” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lesson: Luke 1:46b-56 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18395130 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1435 sermon 2025 55 full false “When Light Turns Things Upside Down” - Sermon for December 14, 2025 “When Light Turns Things Upside Down” - Sermon for December 14, 2025 The sermon from the third Sunday of Advent, December 14, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Light Turns Things Upside Down” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lesson: Luke 1:46b-56 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the third Sunday of Advent, December 14, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Light Turns Things Upside Down” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lesson: Luke 1:46b-56 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18351779 Sun, 14 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1200 sermon 2025 54 full false “When Light Disrupts the Noise” - Sermon for December 7, 2025 “When Light Disrupts the Noise” - Sermon for December 7, 2025 The sermon from the second Sunday of Advent, December 7, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Light Disrupts the Noise” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lessons: 11:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).


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]]> The sermon from the second Sunday of Advent, December 7, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Light Disrupts the Noise” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lessons: 11:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).


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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18313590 Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1734 2025 53 full false “When Light Breaks Our Despair” - Sermon for November 30, 2025 “When Light Breaks Our Despair” - Sermon for November 30, 2025 The sermon from the first Sunday of Advent, November 30, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Light Breaks Our Despair” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 2:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the first Sunday of Advent, November 30, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Light Breaks Our Despair” in the worship series “The Light Is Coming - And Nothing Will Be the Same.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 2:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18274706 Sun, 30 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1159 sermon 2025 52 full false “Lead Courageously” - Sermon for November 23, 2025 “Lead Courageously” - Sermon for November 23, 2025 The sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 23, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Lead Courageously” in the worship series “Write the Vision.” Scripture lessons: Joshua 1:9; Ephesians 6:10; Ezekiel 12:21-28 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 23, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Lead Courageously” in the worship series “Write the Vision.” Scripture lessons: Joshua 1:9; Ephesians 6:10; Ezekiel 12:21-28 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18239304 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1927 sermon 2025 51 full false “Serve Joyfully” - Sermon for November 16, 2025 “Serve Joyfully” - Sermon for November 16, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, November 16, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Serve Joyfully” in the worship series “Write the Vision.” Scripture lessons: Nehemiah 8:1-12; John 13:3-17 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, November 16, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Serve Joyfully” in the worship series “Write the Vision.” Scripture lessons: Nehemiah 8:1-12; John 13:3-17 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18201337 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 21:00:00 -0500 1769 sermon 2025 50 full false “Love Boldly” - Sermon for November 9, 2025 “Love Boldly” - Sermon for November 9, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, November 9, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Love Boldly” in the worship series “Write the Vision.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 22:34-40 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, November 9, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Love Boldly” in the worship series “Write the Vision.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 22:34-40 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18158608 Sun, 09 Nov 2025 14:00:00 -0500 2398 sermon 2025 49 full false “Write the Vision” - Sermon for November 2, 2026 “Write the Vision” - Sermon for November 2, 2026 The sermon from the All Saints Sunday, November 2, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Write the Vision” in the worship series “Write the Vision.” Scripture lesson: Habakkuk 2:1-3 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18120133 Sun, 02 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0500 2501 sermon 2025 48 full false “Sealed by Faith” - Sermon for October 26, 2025 “Sealed by Faith” - Sermon for October 26, 2025 The sermon from the Reformation Sunday, October 26, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Sealed by Faith” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Scripture lesson: Luke 19:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18076767 Sun, 26 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1979 sermon 2025 47 full false “Everything Comes From You, Lord” - Sermon for October 19, 2025 “Everything Comes From You, Lord” - Sermon for October 19, 2025 The sermon from the Laity Sunday, October 19, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Alisa Smallwood, our Trustee Team Lead. “Everything Comes From You, Lord” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Scripture lesson: 1 Chronicles 29:10-22 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Alisa Smallwood Buzzsprout-18038997 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 19:00:00 -0400 1296 sermon 2025 46 full false “Grounded in Gratitude” - Sermon for October 12, 2025 “Grounded in Gratitude” - Sermon for October 12, 2025 The sermon from the Pride Sunday, October 12, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Grounded in Gratitude” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Scripture lesson: Luke 17:11-19 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-18038980 Sun, 19 Oct 2025 19:00:00 -0400 2358 sermon 2025 45 full false “Created for Generosity” - Sermon for October 5, 2025 “Created for Generosity” - Sermon for October 5, 2025 The sermon from the World Communion Sunday, October 5, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Created for Generosity” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Scripture lessons: 2 Corinthians 9:6-16 and Genesis 1:26-27 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the World Communion Sunday, October 5, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Created for Generosity” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Scripture lessons: 2 Corinthians 9:6-16 and Genesis 1:26-27 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17960221 Sun, 05 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0400 1864 sermon 2025 44 full false “Investing in Holy Hope” - Sermon for September 28, 2025 “Investing in Holy Hope” - Sermon for September 28, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, September 28, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Investing in Holy Hope” in the worship series “Muddled, Mixed, and Made New.” Scripture lessons: Jeremiah 32:1-3a,6-15 and Luke 16:19-31 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17919322 Sun, 28 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2115 sermon 2025 43 full false “Mixed Motives, Clear Calling” - Sermon for September 21, 2025 “Mixed Motives, Clear Calling” - Sermon for September 21, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, September 21, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mixed Motives, Clear Calling” in the worship series “Muddled, Mixed, and Made New.” Scripture lessons: Jeremiah 8:18-9:1; Luke 16:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17880564 Sun, 21 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2276 sermon 2025 42 full false “Lost, Found, and Mixed Together” - Sermon for September 14, 2025 “Lost, Found, and Mixed Together” - Sermon for September 14, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, September 14, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Lost, Found, and Mixed Together” in the worship series “Muddled, Mixed, and Made New.” Scripture lessons: Jeremiah 4:11–12,22–28; Luke 15:1–10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17841534 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2048 sermon 2025 41 full false “In the Potter’s Hands” - Sermon for September 7, 2025 “In the Potter’s Hands” - Sermon for September 7, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, September 7, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “In the Potter’s Hands” in the worship series “Muddled, Mixed, and Made New.” Scripture lessons: Jeremiah 18:1-11; Luke 14:25-33 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17803827 Sun, 07 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2517 sermon 2025 40 full false “And You Shall Live!” - Sermon for August 31, 2025 “And You Shall Live!” - Sermon for August 31, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, August 31, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “And You Shall Live!” in the worship series “The Tears of Things.” Scripture lesson: Ezekiel 37:1-14 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17763223 Sun, 31 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2540 sermon 2025 39 full false “Hope in the Rubble” - Sermon for August 24, 2025 “Hope in the Rubble” - Sermon for August 24, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, August 24, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Hope in the Rubble” in the worship series “The Tears of Things.” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 61:1-4 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17724329 Sun, 24 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2288 sermon 2025 38 full false “Pain That Transforms” - Sermon for August 17, 2025 “Pain That Transforms” - Sermon for August 17, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, August 17, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Pain That Transforms” in the worship series “The Tears of Things.” Scripture lesson: Lamentations 1:1-2,16;3:19-24 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17684011 Sun, 17 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2693 sermon 2025 37 full false “Holy Disruption” - Sermon for August 10, 2025 “Holy Disruption” - Sermon for August 10, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, August 10, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Holy Disruption” in the worship series “The Tears of Things.” Scripture lessons: Jeremiah 20:7-9; 29:7-11 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17648282 Sun, 10 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1793 sermon 2025 36 full false “Called by Fire” - Sermon for August 8, 2025 “Called by Fire” - Sermon for August 8, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, August 3, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Called by Fire” in the worship series “The Tears of Things.” Scripture lessons: Amos 5:21-24 and Isaiah 6:1-8; 40:1-3 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17609347 Sun, 03 Aug 2025 21:00:00 -0400 1973 sermon 2025 35 full false “Freedom to Love” - Sermon for July 27, 2025 “Freedom to Love” - Sermon for July 27, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, July 27, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Freedom to Love” in the worship series “Grace Next Door - Seeing God in Ordinary People.” Scripture lesson: Galatians 5:13-26 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17570738 Sun, 27 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2225 sermon 2025 34 full false “Bearing One Another's Burdens” - Sermon for July 20, 2025 “Bearing One Another's Burdens” - Sermon for July 20, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, July 20, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Minister Asti White. “Bearing One Another's Burdens” in the worship series “Grace Next Door - Seeing God in Ordinary People.” Scripture lesson: Galatians 6:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 20, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Minister Asti White. “Bearing One Another's Burdens” in the worship series “Grace Next Door - Seeing God in Ordinary People.” Scripture lesson: Galatians 6:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Minister Asti White Buzzsprout-17533947 Sun, 20 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1510 sermon 2025 33 full false “No Longer Strangers” - Sermon for July 13, 2025 “No Longer Strangers” - Sermon for July 13, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, July 13, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “No Longer Strangers” in the worship series “Grace Next Door - Seeing God in Ordinary People.” Scripture lesson: Galatians 3:23–29 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17497394 Sun, 13 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2097 sermon 2025 32 full false “Death, Interrupted by Grace” - Sermon for July 6, 2025 “Death, Interrupted by Grace” - Sermon for July 6, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, July 6, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Death, Interrupted by Grace” in the worship series “Grace Next Door - Seeing God in Ordinary People.” Scripture lesson: Galatians 1:11–24 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17456789 Sun, 06 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 2078 sermon 2025 31 full false “Becoming: Whole, Holy & Human” - Sermon for June 29, 2025 “Becoming: Whole, Holy & Human” - Sermon for June 29, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, June 22, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Becoming: Whole, Holy & Human” in the worship series “Inside Faith: Growing in God.” Scripture lessons: Romans 12:1–2 and 2 Corinthians 5:17 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17418607 Sun, 29 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400 1837 sermon 2025 30 full false “Shame & the Shadows We Hide” - Sermon for June 22, 2025 “Shame & the Shadows We Hide” - Sermon for June 22, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, June 22, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Shame & the Shadows We Hide” in the worship series “Inside Faith: Growing in God.” Scripture lesson: John 4:1-29 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17378755 Sun, 22 Jun 2025 21:00:00 -0400 2516 sermon 2025 29 full false Fear Is Not the Final Word - Sermon for Sunday, June 15, 2025 Fear Is Not the Final Word - Sermon for Sunday, June 15, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, June 15, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Min. Katie Wax White, Director of Finance and Administration. “Fear Is Not the Final Word” in the worship series “Inside Faith: Growing in God.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 14:22–33 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Min. Katie Wax White, Director of Finance and Administration Buzzsprout-17340635 Sun, 15 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1642 sermon 2025 28 full false “Fire & Feelings” - Sermon for Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025 “Fire & Feelings” - Sermon for Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025 The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Fire & Feelings” in the worship series “Inside Faith: Growing in God.” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:1-21 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, June 8, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Fire & Feelings” in the worship series “Inside Faith: Growing in God.” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:1-21 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17300885 Sun, 08 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1784 2025 27 full false Joy & the Journey - Sermon for June 1, 2025 Joy & the Journey - Sermon for June 1, 2025 The sermon from the Ascension Sunday, June 1, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Joy & the Journey” in the worship series “Inside Faith: Growing in God.” Scripture lesson: Philippians 4:4–9 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17262681 Sun, 01 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0400 1430 sermon 2025 26 full false Mind the Gap: Bridging the Gap - Sermon for May 25, 2025 Mind the Gap: Bridging the Gap - Sermon for May 25, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, May 25, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mind the Gap: Bridging the Gap” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Acts 8:26-40 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17223907 Sun, 25 May 2025 16:00:00 -0400 2087 sermon 2025 25 full false Mind the Gap: Courage for the Calling - Sermon for May 18, 2025 Mind the Gap: Courage for the Calling - Sermon for May 18, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, May 18, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Mind the Gap: Courage for the Calling” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Acts 4:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

Download the worship guide at:
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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, May 18, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Mind the Gap: Courage for the Calling” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Acts 4:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

Download the worship guide at:
http://www.atlantafirstumc.org/pdf/25/AFUMC-Worship-25-05-18.pdf

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17183436 Sun, 18 May 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1842 sermon 2025 24 full false Mind the Gap: Faith in Action - Sermon for May 11, 2025 Mind the Gap: Faith in Action - Sermon for May 11, 2025 The sermon from the Mother's Day Sunday, May 11, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mind the Gap: Faith in Action” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:42-47 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Mother's Day Sunday, May 11, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mind the Gap: Faith in Action” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:42-47 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17139635 Sun, 11 May 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1782 sermon 2025 23 full false Mind the Gap: Power in the Gap - Sermon for May 4, 2025 Mind the Gap: Power in the Gap - Sermon for May 4, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, May 4, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mind the Gap: Power in the Gap” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:1–24,32-42 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17139625 Sun, 11 May 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1828 sermon 2025 22 full false Mind the Gap: Between the Cross and the Call - Sermon for April 27, 2025 Mind the Gap: Between the Cross and the Call - Sermon for April 27, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, April 27, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mind the Gap: Between the Cross and the Call” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Acts 1:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

Download the worship guide at:
http://www.atlantafirstumc.org/pdf/25/AFUMC-Worship-25-04-27.pdf

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, April 27, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mind the Gap: Between the Cross and the Call” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Acts 1:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

Download the worship guide at:
http://www.atlantafirstumc.org/pdf/25/AFUMC-Worship-25-04-27.pdf

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17051835 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 1614 sermon 2025 21 full false While It Was Still Dark - Sermon for Easter Sunday Celebration, April 20, 2025 While It Was Still Dark - Sermon for Easter Sunday Celebration, April 20, 2025 The sermon from the Easter Sunday, April 20, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “While It Was Still Dark” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: Luke 19:35-40 and John 20:1 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17011685 Sun, 20 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0400 1397 sermon 2025 20 full false With a Great Voice - Sermon for Easter Sunrise, April 20, 2025 With a Great Voice - Sermon for Easter Sunrise, April 20, 2025 The sermon from the outdoor Easter Sunrise, April 20, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko, called “With a Great Voice.” Scripture lesson: John 20:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the outdoor Easter Sunrise, April 20, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko, called “With a Great Voice.” Scripture lesson: John 20:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17011670 Sun, 20 Apr 2025 22:00:00 -0400 1313 sermon 2025 19 full false Mind the Gap - Sermon for Good Friday, April 18, 2025 Mind the Gap - Sermon for Good Friday, April 18, 2025 The sermon from the Good Friday, April 18, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mind the Gap” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: John 19:14-42 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Good Friday, April 18, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Mind the Gap” in the Easter worship series “Mind the Gap.” Scripture lesson: John 19:14-42 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-17003840 Fri, 18 Apr 2025 19:00:00 -0400 2122 sermon 2025 18 full false If We Won’t, They Will! - Sermon for Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025 If We Won’t, They Will! - Sermon for Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025 The sermon from the Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Bishop Robin Dease, resident bishop of the Georgia Episcopal Area of the UMC. “If We Won’t, They Will!” in the worship series “Practice Makes Perfect.” Scripture lesson: Luke 19:35-40 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16926055 Sun, 06 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 787 sermon 2025 15 full false Practice Makes Perfect: Service as a Discipline - Sermon for March 30, 2025 Practice Makes Perfect: Service as a Discipline - Sermon for March 30, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, March 30, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Practice Makes Perfect: Service as a Discipline” in the worship series “Practice Makes Perfect.” Gospel lesson: Matthew 20:20-28 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 30, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Practice Makes Perfect: Service as a Discipline” in the worship series “Practice Makes Perfect.” Gospel lesson: Matthew 20:20-28 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16884574 Sun, 30 Mar 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1608 sermon 2025 14 full false The Freedom in Simplicity: Seeking First the Kingdom - Sermon for March 23, 2025 The Freedom in Simplicity: Seeking First the Kingdom - Sermon for March 23, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, March 23, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Keya Hillman, who is the Regional Developer of the South West District of the NGUMC. “The Freedom in Simplicity: Seeking First the Kingdom” in the worship series “Practice Makes Perfect.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 6:25-33 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Keya Hillman Buzzsprout-16844797 Sun, 23 Mar 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1718 sermon 2025 13 full false Practice Makes Perfect: Study - Sermon for March 16, 2025 Practice Makes Perfect: Study - Sermon for March 16, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, March 16, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Practice Makes Perfect: Study” in the worship series “Practice Makes Perfect.” Scripture lesson: John 8:25-32 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 16, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Practice Makes Perfect: Study” in the worship series “Practice Makes Perfect.” Scripture lesson: John 8:25-32 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16801072 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 13:00:00 -0400 1519 sermon 2025 12 full false Woe Is Me! - Sermon for March 9, 2025 Woe Is Me! - Sermon for March 9, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, March 9, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Byron Thomas. “Woe Is Me!” in the worship series “Practice Makes Perfect.” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 6:1-8 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Byron Thomas Buzzsprout-16760299 Sun, 09 Mar 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1380 sermon 2025 11 full false A Communal Lent - Homily for Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025 A Communal Lent - Homily for Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025 The sermon from the Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “A Communal Lent” in the worship series “Practice Makes Perfect.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 6:1-6,16-21 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16741845 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0500 1470 sermon 2025 10 full false Another Kind of Exodus - Sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, March 2, 2025 Another Kind of Exodus - Sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, March 2, 2025 The sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, March 2, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Another Kind of Exodus” in the worship series “A Different Rhythm: Stepping Out of the World's Beat.” Scripture lessons: Exodus 34:29-35 and Luke 9:28-36 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16719811 Sun, 02 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1978 sermon 2025 9 full false Let's Behave Like God's Children - Sermon for February 23, 2025 Let's Behave Like God's Children - Sermon for February 23, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, February 23, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Rodrigo Cruz. “Let's Behave Like God's Children” in the worship series “A Different Rhythm: Stepping Out of the World's Beat.” Scripture lesson: Luke 6:27-38 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Rodrigo Cruz Buzzsprout-16678202 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1905 sermon 2025 8 full false How to Make Enemies! - Sermon for February 16, 2025 How to Make Enemies! - Sermon for February 16, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, February 16, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Bishop Robin Dease. “How to Make Enemies!” in the worship series “A Different Rhythm: Stepping Out of the World's Beat.” Scripture lesson: Luke 6:17-26 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Bishop Robin Dease Buzzsprout-16632320 Sun, 16 Feb 2025 13:00:00 -0500 844 sermon 2025 7 full false A Different Rhythm: A Renewed Sense of Trust - Sermon for February 9, 2025 A Different Rhythm: A Renewed Sense of Trust - Sermon for February 9, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, February 9, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “A Different Rhythm: A Renewed Sense of Trust” in the worship series “A Different Rhythm: Stepping Out of the World's Beat.” Scripture lesson: Luke 5:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16590289 Sun, 09 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1731 sermon 2025 6 full false Counter-Rhythm - Sermon for February 2, 2025 Counter-Rhythm - Sermon for February 2, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, February 2, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Counter-Rhythm” in the worship series “A Different Rhythm: Stepping Out of the World's Beat.” Scripture lesson: Luke 4:21-30 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16548657 Sun, 02 Feb 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1901 sermon 2025 5 full false New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Anointing - Sermon for January 26, 2025 New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Anointing - Sermon for January 26, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, January 26, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Anointing” in the worship series “New Season, New Song: How to Overcome.” Scripture lesson: Luke 4:14-21 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16505513 Sun, 26 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0500 2002 sermon 2025 4 full false New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Praise - Sermon for January 19, 2025 New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Praise - Sermon for January 19, 2025 The sermon from the Sunday, January 19, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Praise” in the worship series “New Season, New Song: How to Overcome.” Scripture lesson: Psalm 96 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16464752 Sun, 19 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0500 2254 sermon 2025 3 full false New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Presence - Sermon for January 15, 2025 New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Presence - Sermon for January 15, 2025 The sermon from the Wednesday, January 15, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Presence” in the worship series “New Season, New Song: How to Overcome.” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 43:1-7 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16451672 Thu, 16 Jan 2025 20:00:00 -0500 1768 sermon 2025 2 full false New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Light - Sermon for January 5, 2025 New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Light - Sermon for January 5, 2025 The sermon from the Epiphany Sunday, January 5, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Light” in the worship series “New Season, New Song: How to Overcome.” Scripture lesson: John 1:1-18 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Epiphany Sunday, January 5, 2025, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “New Season, New Song: An Overcoming Light” in the worship series “New Season, New Song: How to Overcome.” Scripture lesson: John 1:1-18 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16385320 Sun, 05 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1822 sermon 2025 1 full false Home Alone 12(A.D.): Lost in Jerusalem - Sermon for December 29, 2024 Home Alone 12(A.D.): Lost in Jerusalem - Sermon for December 29, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, December 29, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Home Alone 12(A.D.): Lost in Jerusalem” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lesson: Luke 2:41-52 (Common English Bible).
Happy New Year! In this week's midweek service we continue to celebrate Christmas as we are in the Twelve Days of Christmas, also called the Season of Christmastide, which are the days between December 25 and Epiphany on January 6. Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko's sermon is called “Home Alone 12(A.D.): Lost in Jerusalem” and the scripture lesson is Luke 2:41-52 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, December 29, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Home Alone 12(A.D.): Lost in Jerusalem” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lesson: Luke 2:41-52 (Common English Bible).
Happy New Year! In this week's midweek service we continue to celebrate Christmas as we are in the Twelve Days of Christmas, also called the Season of Christmastide, which are the days between December 25 and Epiphany on January 6. Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko's sermon is called “Home Alone 12(A.D.): Lost in Jerusalem” and the scripture lesson is Luke 2:41-52 (Common English Bible).

Download the worship guide at:
http://www.atlantafirstumc.org/pdf/24/AFUMC-Worship-24-12-29.pdf

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http://www.atlantafirstumc.org/pdf/24/AFUMC-Children-24-12-29.pdf

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16352188 Sun, 29 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0500 1764 sermon 2024 56 full false O Come Let Us Adore Him - Sermon for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024 O Come Let Us Adore Him - Sermon for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024 The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “O Come Let Us Adore Him” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 9:2-7 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition) and Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version).

*Notice: due to a technical malfunction during recording, there is a portion of 
audio missing during the reading of the Gospel lesson. We apologize for the error.

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]]> The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “O Come Let Us Adore Him” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 9:2-7 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition) and Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version).

*Notice: due to a technical malfunction during recording, there is a portion of 
audio missing during the reading of the Gospel lesson. We apologize for the error.

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16342267 Thu, 26 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1908 sermon 2024 55 full false Anticipating Joy - Sermon for December 22, 2024 Anticipating Joy - Sermon for December 22, 2024 The sermon from the Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 22, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Anticipating Joy” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lesson: Luke 1:30-56 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16325023 Sun, 22 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1786 sermon 2024 54 full false Joy For the Remnant - Sermon for December 15, 2024 Joy For the Remnant - Sermon for December 15, 2024 The sermon from the Third Sunday of Advent, November 15, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Joy For the Remnant” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lesson: Zephaniah 3:14-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16282626 Sun, 15 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2067 sermon 2024 53 full false Joy: The Antidote for an Anticipating People - Sermon for December 8, 2024 Joy: The Antidote for an Anticipating People - Sermon for December 8, 2024 The sermon from the Second Sunday of Advent, November 8, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Joy: The Antidote for an Anticipating People” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lesson: Nehemiah 7:73b-8:12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Second Sunday of Advent, November 8, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Joy: The Antidote for an Anticipating People” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lesson: Nehemiah 7:73b-8:12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16241843 Sun, 08 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500 2399 sermon 2024 52 full false This Joy That We Have - Sermon for December 1, 2024 This Joy That We Have - Sermon for December 1, 2024 The sermon from the First Sunday of Advent, November 1, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “This Joy That We Have” in the worship series “Unwrapping the Gift of Joy.” Scripture lesson: Philippians 4:4-7 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16202442 Sun, 01 Dec 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1778 sermon 2024 51 full false United in Gratitude of the King - Sermon for November 24, 2024 United in Gratitude of the King - Sermon for November 24, 2024 The sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 24, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “United in Gratitude of the King” in the worship series “United at the Table: Gratitude Beyond Differences.” Scripture lesson: Revelation 1:4b-8 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 24, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “United in Gratitude of the King” in the worship series “United at the Table: Gratitude Beyond Differences.” Scripture lesson: Revelation 1:4b-8 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16165169 Sun, 24 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0500 1272 sermon 2024 50 full false True Kindness: Beyond Niceness - Sermon for November 17, 2024 True Kindness: Beyond Niceness - Sermon for November 17, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, November 17, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “True Kindness: Beyond Niceness” in the worship series “United at the Table: Gratitude Beyond Differences.” Scripture lesson: Hebrews 10:11-25 (The Message and New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16122261 Sun, 17 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500 2247 sermon 2024 49 full false Unity When Uniformity Fails - Sermon for November 10, 2024 Unity When Uniformity Fails - Sermon for November 10, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, November 10, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Unity When Uniformity Fails” in the worship series “United at the Table: Gratitude Beyond Differences.” Scripture lessons: 1 Samuel 8 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition) and Colossians 3:5a,8-15 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16080109 Sun, 10 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1795 sermon 2024 48 full false Living Into the Will of God - Sermon for November 3, 2024 Living Into the Will of God - Sermon for November 3, 2024 The sermon from the All Saints Sunday, November 3, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Living Into the Will of God” in the worship series “United at the Table: Gratitude Beyond Differences.” Scripture lessons: Deuteronomy 6:1-9 and Mark 12:28-34 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the All Saints Sunday, November 3, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Living Into the Will of God” in the worship series “United at the Table: Gratitude Beyond Differences.” Scripture lessons: Deuteronomy 6:1-9 and Mark 12:28-34 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-16040577 Sun, 03 Nov 2024 14:00:00 -0500 1913 sermon 2024 47 full false An Invitation to Generosity: How to Engage - Sermon for October 27, 2024 An Invitation to Generosity: How to Engage - Sermon for October 27, 2024 The sermon from the Reformation Sunday, October 27, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “An Invitation to Generosity: How to Engage” in the worship series “An Invitation to Generosity,” and scripture lesson: Mark 10:46-52 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Reformation Sunday, October 27, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “An Invitation to Generosity: How to Engage” in the worship series “An Invitation to Generosity,” and scripture lesson: Mark 10:46-52 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15998814 Sun, 27 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2235 sermon 2024 46 full false An Invitation to Generosity: Grow Together - Sermon for October 20, 2024 An Invitation to Generosity: Grow Together - Sermon for October 20, 2024 The sermon from the Laity Sunday, October 20, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Melanie Long, Laity Sunday Preacher. “An Invitation to Generosity: Grow Together” in the worship series “An Invitation to Generosity,” and scripture lesson: Romans 12:4-8 and Hebrews 10:24-5 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Laity Sunday, October 20, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Melanie Long, Laity Sunday Preacher. “An Invitation to Generosity: Grow Together” in the worship series “An Invitation to Generosity,” and scripture lesson: Romans 12:4-8 and Hebrews 10:24-5 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Melanie Long Buzzsprout-15956518 Sun, 20 Oct 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1035 sermon 2024 45 full false An Invitation to Generosity: Serve People - Sermon for October 13, 2024 An Invitation to Generosity: Serve People - Sermon for October 13, 2024 The sermon from the Pride Sunday, October 13, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “An Invitation to Generosity: Serve People” in the worship series “An Invitation to Generosity,” and scripture lesson: Amos 5:6-7,10-15 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Pride Sunday, October 13, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “An Invitation to Generosity: Serve People” in the worship series “An Invitation to Generosity,” and scripture lesson: Amos 5:6-7,10-15 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15917873 Sun, 13 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1598 sermon 2024 44 full false An Invitation to Generosity: Worship God - Sermon for October 6, 2024 An Invitation to Generosity: Worship God - Sermon for October 6, 2024 The sermon from the World Communion Sunday, October 6, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “An Invitation to Generosity: Worship God” in the worship series “An Invitation to Generosity,” and scripture lesson: Psalm 8 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the World Communion Sunday, October 6, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “An Invitation to Generosity: Worship God” in the worship series “An Invitation to Generosity,” and scripture lesson: Psalm 8 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15877719 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0400 1897 sermon 2024 43 full false That’s Not in the Bible!?: Everything Happens for a Reason - Sermon for September 29, 2024 That’s Not in the Bible!?: Everything Happens for a Reason - Sermon for September 29, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, September 29, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: Everything Happens for a Reason” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lesson: Deuteronomy 30:19-20b (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 29, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: Everything Happens for a Reason” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lesson: Deuteronomy 30:19-20b (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15837940 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 20:00:00 -0400 1815 sermon 2024 42 full false That’s Not in the Bible!?: Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin - Sermon for September 22, 2024 That’s Not in the Bible!?: Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin - Sermon for September 22, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, September 22, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lesson: Matthew 7:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 22, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lesson: Matthew 7:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15835976 Sun, 29 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1943 sermon 2024 41 full false That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Said It, I Believe It, That Settles It - Sermon for September 15, 2024 That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Said It, I Believe It, That Settles It - Sermon for September 15, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, September 15, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Said It, I Believe It, That Settles It” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lesson: 1 John 5:13-15 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 15, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Said It, I Believe It, That Settles It” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lesson: 1 John 5:13-15 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15756075 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2165 sermon 2024 40 full false That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle - Sermon for September 8, 2024 That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle - Sermon for September 8, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, September 8, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lessons: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 and Psalm 46 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 8, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Won't Give You More Than You Can Handle” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lessons: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 and Psalm 46 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15715239 Sun, 08 Sep 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2104 sermon 2024 39 full false That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Helps Those Who Help Themselves - Sermon for September 1, 2024 That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Helps Those Who Help Themselves - Sermon for September 1, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, September 1, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Helps Those Who Help Themselves” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lessons: Ephesians 2:4-10 and Leviticus 23:22 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 1, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “That’s Not in the Bible!?: God Helps Those Who Help Themselves” in the worship series “That’s Not in the Bible!?,” and scripture lessons: Ephesians 2:4-10 and Leviticus 23:22 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15678318 Sun, 01 Sep 2024 16:00:00 -0400 1701 sermon 2024 38 full false Holiness When It's Not Easy - Sermon for August 25, 2024 Holiness When It's Not Easy - Sermon for August 25, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, August 25, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Holiness When It's Not Easy” in the worship series “Back 2 Basics,” and scripture lesson: Ephesians 6:10-20 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 25, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Holiness When It's Not Easy” in the worship series “Back 2 Basics,” and scripture lesson: Ephesians 6:10-20 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15639935 Sun, 25 Aug 2024 19:00:00 -0400 2100 sermon 2024 37 full false Life in the Spirit - Sermon for August 18, 2024 Life in the Spirit - Sermon for August 18, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, August 18, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Life in the Spirit” in the worship series “Back 2 Basics,” and scripture lesson: Ephesians 5:15-20 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 18, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Life in the Spirit” in the worship series “Back 2 Basics,” and scripture lesson: Ephesians 5:15-20 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15601182 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2031 sermon 2024 36 full false Created for Community - Sermon for August 11, 2024 Created for Community - Sermon for August 11, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, August 11, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Created for Community” in the worship series “Back 2 Basics,” and scripture lesson: Ephesians 4:25-5:2 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15565340 Sun, 11 Aug 2024 15:00:00 -0400 1962 sermon 2024 35 full false One Job! - Sermon for August 4, 2024 One Job! - Sermon for August 4, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, August 4, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “One Job!” in the worship series “Back 2 Basics,” and scripture lesson: Ephesians 4:1-16 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 4, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “One Job!” in the worship series “Back 2 Basics,” and scripture lesson: Ephesians 4:1-16 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15528282 Sun, 04 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1763 sermon 2024 34 full false Remember Me - Sermon for July 28, 2024 Remember Me - Sermon for July 28, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, July 28, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Remember Me” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Coco,” and scripture lesson: Hebrews 11:32-12:3 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 28, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Remember Me” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Coco,” and scripture lesson: Hebrews 11:32-12:3 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15488617 Sun, 28 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2258 sermon 2024 33 full false When Faith Overcomes Trauma - Sermon for July 21, 2024 When Faith Overcomes Trauma - Sermon for July 21, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, July 21, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “When Faith Overcomes Trauma” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Coco,” and scripture lesson: Hebrews 11:23-31 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 21, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “When Faith Overcomes Trauma” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Coco,” and scripture lesson: Hebrews 11:23-31 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15448381 Sun, 21 Jul 2024 15:00:00 -0400 1976 sermon 2024 32 full false Other People's Faith - Sermon for July 14, 2024 Other People's Faith - Sermon for July 14, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, July 14, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “Other People's Faith” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Coco,” and scripture lesson: Hebrews 11:8-22 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 14, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “Other People's Faith” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Coco,” and scripture lesson: Hebrews 11:8-22 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15411331 Sun, 14 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2078 sermon 2024 31 full false He’s Still Speaking Through Faith - Sermon for July 7, 2024 He’s Still Speaking Through Faith - Sermon for July 7, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, July 7, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. Sermon “He’s Still Speaking Through Faith” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Coco,” and scripture lesson: Hebrews 10:32-11:7 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15373754 Sun, 07 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2419 sermon 2024 30 full false You Were Always the Dream - Sermon for June 30, 2024 You Were Always the Dream - Sermon for June 30, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, June 30, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “You Were Always the Dream” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, June 30, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “You Were Always the Dream” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15338204 Sun, 30 Jun 2024 21:00:00 -0400 1778 sermon 2024 29 full false Make A Choice: Smallness or Openness - Sermon for June 23, 2024 Make A Choice: Smallness or Openness - Sermon for June 23, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, June 23, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “Make A Choice: Smallness or Openness” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, June 23, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “Make A Choice: Smallness or Openness” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15297277 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1653 sermon 2024 28 full false Tìshôk - Sermon for Sunday, June 16, 2024 Tìshôk - Sermon for Sunday, June 16, 2024 The sermon from the Fathers' Day Sunday, June 16, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. Sermon “Tìshôk” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 5:6-17 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Fathers' Day Sunday, June 16, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. Sermon “Tìshôk” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 5:6-17 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15258344 Sun, 16 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2411 sermon 2024 27 full false The God-Given Advantage - Sermon for June 9, 2024 The God-Given Advantage - Sermon for June 9, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, June 9, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “The God-Given Advantage” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 4:12-5:2a (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, June 9, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “The God-Given Advantage” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 4:12-5:2a (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15219951 Sun, 09 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1614 sermon 2024 26 full false Shine! Burn Bright! But Not Too Bright! - Sermon for June 5, 2024 Shine! Burn Bright! But Not Too Bright! - Sermon for June 5, 2024 The sermon from the Wednesday, June 5, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “Shine! Burn Bright! But Not Too Bright!” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Wednesday, June 5, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “Shine! Burn Bright! But Not Too Bright!” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's Elemental,” and scripture lesson: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15200437 Wed, 05 Jun 2024 19:00:00 -0400 1280 sermon 2024 25 full false Woe! or Go!: What Will It Be? - Sermon for May 26, 2024 Woe! or Go!: What Will It Be? - Sermon for May 26, 2024 The sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, May 26, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “Woe! or Go!: What Will It Be?” and scripture lesson: Isaiah 6:1-8 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, May 26, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon “Woe! or Go!: What Will It Be?” and scripture lesson: Isaiah 6:1-8 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15138454 Sun, 26 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1865 sermon 2024 24 full false The New Age of Pentecost - Sermon for May 19, 2024 The New Age of Pentecost - Sermon for May 19, 2024 The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, May 19, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. John Foster, Ph.D., Senior Pastor of Big Bethel AME Church. “The New Age of Pentecost” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:8-12 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, May 19, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. John Foster, Ph.D., Senior Pastor of Big Bethel AME Church. “The New Age of Pentecost” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:8-12 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. John Foster, Ph.D., Senior Pastor of Big Bethel AME Church Buzzsprout-15096114 Sun, 19 May 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1066 sermon 2024 23 full false Testify! - Sermon for May 12, 2024 Testify! - Sermon for May 12, 2024 The sermon from the Ascension and Mothers' Day Sunday, May 12, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Testify!” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 3 John 1:1-8 and 1 John 5:9-12 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Ascension and Mothers' Day Sunday, May 12, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Testify!” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 3 John 1:1-8 and 1 John 5:9-12 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15054078 Sun, 12 May 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1969 sermon 2024 22 full false You've Got the Love - Sermon for May 5, 2024 You've Got the Love - Sermon for May 5, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, May 5, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “You've Got the Love” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 1 John 5:1-12 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, May 5, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “You've Got the Love” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 1 John 5:1-12 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-15012421 Sun, 05 May 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2130 sermon 2024 21 full false No Buts - Sermon for April 28, 2024 No Buts - Sermon for April 28, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, April 28, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “No Buts” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 1 John 4:7-21 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14969765 Sun, 28 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2067 sermon 2024 20 full false What's Love Got To Do With It? - Sermon for April 21, 2024 What's Love Got To Do With It? - Sermon for April 21, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, April 21, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What's Love Got To Do With It?” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 1 John 3:11-24 (New International Version).

Sermon video clip link:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/C587IBwud9G/?igsh=ajVrYWU1eHZ0MTgz

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, April 21, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What's Love Got To Do With It?” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 1 John 3:11-24 (New International Version).

Sermon video clip link:  https://www.instagram.com/reel/C587IBwud9G/?igsh=ajVrYWU1eHZ0MTgz

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14927640 Sun, 21 Apr 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1572 sermon 2024 19 full false Amazing Love - Sermon for April 14, 2024 Amazing Love - Sermon for April 14, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, April 14, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Amazing Love” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 1 John 3:1-7 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14886911 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0400 1713 sermon 2024 18 full false Love Unleashed - Sermon for April 7, 2024 Love Unleashed - Sermon for April 7, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, April 7, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Love Unleashed” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 1 John 1:1-2:2 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, April 7, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Love Unleashed” in the sermon series “Love Unleashed.” Scripture lesson: 1 John 1:1-2:2 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14886444 Sun, 14 Apr 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2120 sermon 2024 17 full false When the Light Breaks Through - Sermon for Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024 When the Light Breaks Through - Sermon for Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024 The sermon from the Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When the Light Breaks Through,” concluding the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: John 20:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When the Light Breaks Through,” concluding the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: John 20:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14801626 Sun, 31 Mar 2024 15:00:00 -0400 1815 sermon 2024 16 full false Life-Shattering Darkness - Homily for Good Friday, March 29, 2024 Life-Shattering Darkness - Homily for Good Friday, March 29, 2024 The homily from the Good Friday, March 29, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Life-Shattering Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 27:45-54 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The homily from the Good Friday, March 29, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Life-Shattering Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 27:45-54 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14794709 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 19:00:00 -0400 1303 sermon 2024 15 full false The Urgency of Darkness - Sermon for Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024 The Urgency of Darkness - Sermon for Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024 The sermon from the Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Urgency of Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: John 12:12-19,27,35-36;18:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Palm Sunday, March 24, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Urgency of Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: John 12:12-19,27,35-36;18:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14756333 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1537 sermon 2024 13 full false Thriving in Darkness - Sermon for March 17, 2024 Thriving in Darkness - Sermon for March 17, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, March 17, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Thriving in Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: John 3:1-21 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 17, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Thriving in Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: John 3:1-21 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14705807 Sun, 17 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0400 1957 sermon 2024 12 full false Looking in the Darkness - Sermon for March 10, 2023 Looking in the Darkness - Sermon for March 10, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, March 10, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Looking in the Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: John 9:1-7,35-41 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 10, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Associate Pastor Rev. Chris Rapko. “Looking in the Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: John 9:1-7,35-41 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14661939 Sun, 10 Mar 2024 14:00:00 -0400 2661 sermon 2024 11 full false Emotional Darkness - Sermon for March 3, 2024 Emotional Darkness - Sermon for March 3, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, March 3, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Emotional Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lessons: John 11:1-44 and Psalm 34:18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 3, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Emotional Darkness” in the sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lessons: John 11:1-44 and Psalm 34:18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Chris Rapko, Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14526005 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500 2076 sermon 2024 8 full false Dust & Darkness - Homily for Ash Wednesday, February 14, 2024 Dust & Darkness - Homily for Ash Wednesday, February 14, 2024 The homily from the Ash Wednesday, February 14, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Dust & Darkness” in the Lenten sermon series “Darkness - Moving Through Difficult Times.” Scripture lesson: Joel 2:1-2,12-17 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14525986 Sun, 18 Feb 2024 14:00:00 -0500 976 sermon 2024 7 full false The Roof - A Vision of a Beloved Community - Sermon for February 11, 2024 The Roof - A Vision of a Beloved Community - Sermon for February 11, 2024 The sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 11, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Roof - A Vision of a Beloved Community” in the sermon series “Beloved Community.” Scripture lessons: Micah 6:6-8 and Acts 2:43-47 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14323004 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 17:00:00 -0500 2458 sermon 2024 2 full false The Cornerstone: The Image of God - Sermon for January 7, 2024 The Cornerstone: The Image of God - Sermon for January 7, 2024 The sermon from the Sunday, January 7, 2024, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Cornerstone - The Image of God” in the sermon series “Beloved Community.” Scripture lesson: Acts 17:24-28 and Psalms 118:22-24 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition)

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14225628 Sun, 31 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1972 sermon 2023 58 full false When Unlikely Becomes Extravagant - Sermon for Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2023 When Unlikely Becomes Extravagant - Sermon for Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, 2023 The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When Unlikely Becomes Extravagant” in the worship series “An Unlikely Advent.” Scripture lesson: Isaiah 9:2-7 (NRSVue) and Luke 2:1-20 (KJV).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14202898 Mon, 25 Dec 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1852 sermon 2023 57 full false An Unlikely Advent: When God Shows Up - Sermon for December 24, 2023 An Unlikely Advent: When God Shows Up - Sermon for December 24, 2023 The sermon from the Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 24, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “An Unlikely Advent: When God Shows Up” in the worship series “An Unlikely Advent.” Scripture lesson: Luke 2:8-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14161743 Sun, 17 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1804 sermon 2023 55 full false An Unlikely Advent: Playing the Villain - Sermon for December 10, 2023 An Unlikely Advent: Playing the Villain - Sermon for December 10, 2023 The sermon from the Second Sunday of Advent, December 10, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “An Unlikely Advent: Playing the Villain” in the worship series “An Unlikely Advent.” Scripture lesson: Matthew 2:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14121266 Sun, 10 Dec 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1728 sermon 2023 54 full false Hope: The Price, The Promise, The Propensity - Sermon for December 1, 2023 Hope: The Price, The Promise, The Propensity - Sermon for December 1, 2023 The sermon from the Friday, December 1, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Hope: The Price, The Promise, The Propensity.” Scripture lessons: Lamentations 3:1-3,17-24 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-14080324 Sun, 03 Dec 2023 16:00:00 -0500 1206 sermon 2023 53 full false More Than Enough: The Good Life - Sermon for November 26, 2023 More Than Enough: The Good Life - Sermon for November 26, 2023 The sermon from Christ the King Sunday, November 26, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “More Than Enough: The Good Life” in the worship series “More Than Enough.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 25:31-46 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13999400 Sun, 19 Nov 2023 15:00:00 -0500 2131 sermon 2023 50 full false But There's So Much More - Sermon for November 12, 2023 But There's So Much More - Sermon for November 12, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, November 12, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Rodney T. Smothers. “But There's So Much More” in the worship series “More Than Enough.” Scripture lessons: Hebrews 6:1-12 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Rodney T. Smothers Buzzsprout-13956010 Sun, 12 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2449 sermon 2023 49 full false More than Enough: Grief, Grace, Gratitude - Sermon for November 5, 2023 More than Enough: Grief, Grace, Gratitude - Sermon for November 5, 2023 The sermon from the All Saints' Sunday, November 5, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “More than Enough: Grief, Grace, Gratitude” in the worship series “More Than Enough.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 16:21-26 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13914104 Sun, 05 Nov 2023 18:00:00 -0500 1696 sermon 2023 48 full false Possible: Hope Against Hope - Sermon for October 29, 2023 Possible: Hope Against Hope - Sermon for October 29, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, October 29, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Possible: Hope Against Hope” in the worship series “POSSIBLE.” Scripture lessons: John 11:1-44 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Nate Abrams Buzzsprout-13823707 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1033 sermon 2023 46 full false Possible: Seeing Clearly - Sermon for October 15, 2023 Possible: Seeing Clearly - Sermon for October 15, 2023 The sermon from the Pride Sunday, October 15, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Possible: Seeing Clearly” in the worship series “POSSIBLE.” Scripture lessons: Mark 8:22-26 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Dr. Helen Jin Kim Buzzsprout-13648747 Sun, 24 Sep 2023 15:00:00 -0400 2070 sermon 2023 42 full false Possible - Sermon for September 17, 2023 Possible - Sermon for September 17, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, September 17, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Possible” in the worship series “POSSIBLE.” Scripture lessons: Mark 2:1-12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13606140 Sun, 17 Sep 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2440 sermon 2023 41 full false Creed: The Resurrection of the Body - Sermon for September 10, 2023 Creed: The Resurrection of the Body - Sermon for September 10, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, September 10, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Creed: The Resurrection of the Body” in the worship series “Creed: What Christians Believe and Why.” Scripture lessons: 1 Corinthians 15:42-58 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13564655 Sun, 10 Sep 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2737 sermon 2023 40 full false Creed: The Forgiveness of Sins - Sermon for September 3, 2023 Creed: The Forgiveness of Sins - Sermon for September 3, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, September 3, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Creed: The Forgiveness of Sins” in the worship series “Creed: What Christians Believe and Why.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 26:20-30 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13520797 Sun, 03 Sep 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2004 sermon 2023 39 full false Creed: The Church and the Communion of Saints - Sermon for August 27, 2023 Creed: The Church and the Communion of Saints - Sermon for August 27, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, August 27, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Creed: The Church and the Communion of Saints” in the worship series “Creed: What Christians Believe and Why.” Scripture lessons: 1 Corinthians 12:7,12-31 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13478528 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 16:00:00 -0400 2192 sermon 2023 38 full false Creed: The Holy Spirit - Sermon for August 20, 2023 Creed: The Holy Spirit - Sermon for August 20, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, August 20, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Creed: The Holy Spirit” in the worship series “Creed: What Christians Believe and Why.” Scripture lessons: Genesis 1:1-2 and Acts 1:8;2:1-4 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13437708 Sun, 20 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0400 3053 sermon 2023 37 full false Creed: Jesus Christ - Sermon for August 13, 2023 Creed: Jesus Christ - Sermon for August 13, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, August 13, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Creed: Jesus Christ” in the worship series “Creed: What Christians Believe and Why.” Scripture lessons: John 1:1-5,9-18,29 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13397817 Sun, 13 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2529 sermon 2023 36 full false Creed: God - Sermon for August 6, 2023 Creed: God - Sermon for August 6, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, August 6, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Creed: God” in the worship series “Creed: What Christians Believe and Why.” Scripture lessons: Exodus 3:13-15 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 6, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Creed: God” in the worship series “Creed: What Christians Believe and Why.” Scripture lessons: Exodus 3:13-15 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13272794 Sun, 23 Jul 2023 16:00:00 -0400 1681 sermon 2023 33 full false Look Up - Sermon for July 16, 2023 Look Up - Sermon for July 16, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, July 16, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Look Up” in the worship series “The Gospel in Disney's Luca.” Scripture lessons: Acts 9:19b-31 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13232330 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1600 sermon 2023 32 full false Silenzio Bruno! - Sermon for July 9, 2023 Silenzio Bruno! - Sermon for July 9, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, July 9, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Silenzio Bruno!” in the worship series “The Gospel in Disney's Luca.” Scripture lessons: 2 Timothy 1:5-8 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13188945 Sun, 09 Jul 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2155 sermon 2023 31 full false Identity Crisis - Sermon for July 2, 2023 Identity Crisis - Sermon for July 2, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, July 2, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Identity Crisis” in the worship series “The Gospel in Disney's Luca.” Scripture lessons: Acts 9:1-19a and Philippians 3:20-21 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13148018 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1589 sermon 2023 30 full false Have A Little Faith. Change the World. Do the Dance. - Sermon for June 25, 2023 Have A Little Faith. Change the World. Do the Dance. - Sermon for June 25, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, June 25, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Have A Little Faith. Change the World. Do the Dance.” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Evan Almighty.” Scripture lesson: Genesis 6:22 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13103830 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1786 sermon 2023 29 full false Opportunities - Sermon for June 18, 2023 Opportunities - Sermon for June 18, 2023 The sermon from the Father's Day Sunday, June 18, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Opportunities” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Evan Almighty.” Scripture lesson: Genesis 6:17-22 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13061329 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1667 sermon 2023 28 full false When God Calls - Sermon for Sunday, June 11, 2023 When God Calls - Sermon for Sunday, June 11, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, June 11, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “When God Calls” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Evan Almighty.” Scripture lesson: Genesis 6:5-22 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-13018139 Sun, 11 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2087 sermon 2023 27 full false When Faith, Vision, and Justice Collide - Sermon for June 4, 2023 When Faith, Vision, and Justice Collide - Sermon for June 4, 2023 The sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, June 4, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Camille Henderson-Edwards. “When Faith, Vision, and Justice Collide” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Evan Almighty.” Scripture lesson: Habakkuk 2:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, June 4, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Camille Henderson-Edwards. “When Faith, Vision, and Justice Collide” in the worship series “The Gospel According to Evan Almighty.” Scripture lesson: Habakkuk 2:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Camille Henderson-Edwards Buzzsprout-12975633 Sun, 04 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1855 sermon 2023 26 full false Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Fresh Anointing - Sermon for Pentecost, May 28, 2023 Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Fresh Anointing - Sermon for Pentecost, May 28, 2023 The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, May 28, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Fresh Anointing” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:1-21 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, May 28, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire, Fresh Anointing” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:1-21 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12934574 Sun, 28 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400 2580 sermon 2023 25 full false Promise, Power and Praise - Sermon for May 21, 2023 Promise, Power and Praise - Sermon for May 21, 2023 The sermon from the Ascension Sunday, May 21, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Promise, Power and Praise” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Luke 24:44-53 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Ascension Sunday, May 21, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Promise, Power and Praise” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Luke 24:44-53 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12890048 Sun, 21 May 2023 14:00:00 -0400 2236 sermon 2023 24 full false Head, Shoulders, Moms, and Faith - Sermon for Sunday, May 14, 2023 Head, Shoulders, Moms, and Faith - Sermon for Sunday, May 14, 2023 The sermon from the Mother's Day Sunday, May 14, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Head, Shoulders, Moms, and Faith” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Acts 17:22-31 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Mother's Day Sunday, May 14, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Head, Shoulders, Moms, and Faith” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Acts 17:22-31 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12801291 Sun, 07 May 2023 15:00:00 -0400 1700 sermon 2023 22 full false How to Be the Church - Sermon for April 30, 2023 How to Be the Church - Sermon for April 30, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, April 30, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “How to Be the Church” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Acts 2:42-47 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12706178 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1935 sermon 2023 20 full false Belonging in Christ - Sermon for April 16, 2023 Belonging in Christ - Sermon for April 16, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, April 16, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Dr. Helen Jin Kim. “Belonging in Christ” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Galatians 3:26-29 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, April 16, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Dr. Helen Jin Kim. “Belonging in Christ” in the worship series “The Aftermath.” Scripture lesson: Galatians 3:26-29 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Dr. Helen Jin Kim Buzzsprout-12659714 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1336 sermon 2023 19 full false The Great I AM REVEALED! - Sermon for Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023 The Great I AM REVEALED! - Sermon for Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023 The sermon from the Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Great I AM REVEALED!” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 20:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, updated edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Great I AM REVEALED!” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 20:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version, updated edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12616622 Sun, 09 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1652 sermon 2023 18 full false I Am He - Homily for Good Friday, April 7, 2023 I Am He - Homily for Good Friday, April 7, 2023 The homily from the Good Friday, April 7, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “I Am He” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lessons: John 18:1-8; Isaiah 52:13-53:12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The homily from the Good Friday, April 7, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “I Am He” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lessons: John 18:1-8; Isaiah 52:13-53:12 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12612970 Sat, 08 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1280 sermon 2023 17 full false The Resurrection and the Life REVEALED - Sermon for Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023 The Resurrection and the Life REVEALED - Sermon for Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023 The sermon from the Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Resurrection and the Life REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 11:17-27 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Palm Sunday, April 2, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Resurrection and the Life REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 11:17-27 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12569325 Sun, 02 Apr 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1775 sermon 2023 15 full false The Way, the Truth, and the Life REVEALED - Sermon for March 26, 2023 The Way, the Truth, and the Life REVEALED - Sermon for March 26, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, March 26, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Way, the Truth, and the Life REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 14:1-6 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12517776 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1609 sermon 2023 14 full false The Vine REVEALED - Sermon for March 19, 2023 The Vine REVEALED - Sermon for March 19, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, March 19, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Vine REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 15:1-8,12-17 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 19, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Vine REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 15:1-8,12-17 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12470163 Sun, 19 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400 1559 sermon 2023 13 full false The Good Shepherd REVEALED - Sermon for March 12, 2023 The Good Shepherd REVEALED - Sermon for March 12, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, March 12, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Good Shepherd REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 10:11-16 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 12, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Good Shepherd REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 10:11-16 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12423294 Sun, 12 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0400 1452 sermon 2023 12 full false The Bread of Life REVEALED - Sermon for March 5, 2023 The Bread of Life REVEALED - Sermon for March 5, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, March 5, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Bread of Life REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 6:1-15,22-35 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12378230 Sun, 05 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1892 sermon 2023 11 full false The Light of the World REVEALED - Sermon for February 26, 2023 The Light of the World REVEALED - Sermon for February 26, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, February 26, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “The Light of the World REVEALED” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lesson: John 1:1-5; 8:12-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12331313 Sun, 26 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1743 sermon 2023 10 full false Reveal Me! - Homily for Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2023 Reveal Me! - Homily for Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2023 The homily from the Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Reveal Me!” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 58:1-12 (New Revised Standard Version, updated edition).

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]]> The homily from the Ash Wednesday, February 22, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Reveal Me!” in the worship series “REVEALED.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 58:1-12 (New Revised Standard Version, updated edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12308101 Wed, 22 Feb 2023 17:00:00 -0500 895 sermon 2023 9 full false WEAK and strong - Sermon for February 19, 2023 WEAK and strong - Sermon for February 19, 2023 The sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 19, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Rodney T. Smothers. “WEAK and strong” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 6:9-13 (King James Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 19, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Rodney T. Smothers. “WEAK and strong” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 6:9-13 (King James Version).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Rodney T. Smothers Buzzsprout-12284189 Sun, 19 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2709 sermon 2023 8 full false WEAK and strong: And Lead Us, Not Into Temptation - Sermon for February 12, 2023 WEAK and strong: And Lead Us, Not Into Temptation - Sermon for February 12, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, February 12, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Rodney T. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: And Lead Us, Not Into Temptation” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Ephesians 6:11-17 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Rodney T. Smothers Buzzsprout-12236334 Sun, 12 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2083 sermon 2023 7 full false WEAK and strong: The WEAKness of Forgiveness - Sermon for February 5, 2023 WEAK and strong: The WEAKness of Forgiveness - Sermon for February 5, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, February 5, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: The WEAKness of Forgiveness” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Luke 18:9-14 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12188110 Sun, 05 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1580 sermon 2023 6 full false WEAK and strong: Feed Me! WEAK and strong: Feed Me! The sermon from the Sunday, January 29, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: Feed Me!” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Exodus 16:14-21 and John 6:35 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, January 29, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: Feed Me!” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Exodus 16:14-21 and John 6:35 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12140230 Sun, 29 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0500 1223 sermon 2023 5 full false WEAK and strong: Whose Will Be Done? - Sermon for January 22, 2023 WEAK and strong: Whose Will Be Done? - Sermon for January 22, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, January 22, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: Whose Will Be Done?” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Luke 22:39-46 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, January 22, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: Whose Will Be Done?” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Luke 22:39-46 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12094900 Sun, 22 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500 1559 sermon 2023 4 full false WEAK and strong: Less Is More! - Sermon for January 15, 2023 WEAK and strong: Less Is More! - Sermon for January 15, 2023 The sermon from the Sunday, January 15, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: Less Is More!” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 6:5-15 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, January 15, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: Less Is More!” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 6:5-15 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12047385 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1718 sermon 2023 3 full false WEAK and strong: What's In That Water? - Sermon for Sunday, January 8, 2023 WEAK and strong: What's In That Water? - Sermon for Sunday, January 8, 2023 The sermon from the Baptism of the Lord Sunday, January 8, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: What's In That Water?” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 3:13-17 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Baptism of the Lord Sunday, January 8, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “WEAK and strong: What's In That Water?” in the worship series “WEAK and strong.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 3:13-17 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-12002650 Sun, 08 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0500 2023 sermon 2023 2 full false Go Another Route. Be The Hope. - Sermon for Epiphany Sunday, January 1, 2023 Go Another Route. Be The Hope. - Sermon for Epiphany Sunday, January 1, 2023 The sermon from the Epiphany Sunday, January 1, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton. “Go Another Route. Be The Hope.” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 2:1-12 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Epiphany Sunday, January 1, 2023, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton. “Go Another Route. Be The Hope.” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Scripture lessons: Matthew 2:1-12 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Jay Burns-Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-11957551 Sun, 01 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1045 sermon 2023 1 full false Claim Your Hope - Sermon for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2022 Claim Your Hope - Sermon for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2022 The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Claim Your Hope” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 9:2-7 (New Revised Standard Version) and Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Claim Your Hope” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Scripture lessons: Isaiah 9:2-7 (New Revised Standard Version) and Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11957543 Sat, 31 Dec 2022 16:00:00 -0500 1558 sermon 2022 55 full false Emmanuel - Sermon for December 18, 2022 Emmanuel - Sermon for December 18, 2022 The sermon from the Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 18, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Emmanuel” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 1:22-23 (New Living Translation).

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]]> The sermon from the Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 18, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Emmanuel” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 1:22-23 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11893252 Sun, 18 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500 1445 sermon 2022 54 full false Don't Be Afraid! - Sermon for Sunday, December 11, 2022 Don't Be Afraid! - Sermon for Sunday, December 11, 2022 The sermon from the Third Sunday of Advent, December 11, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Olu Brown. “Don't Be Afraid!” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Sermon scripture: Luke 2:8-11 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Third Sunday of Advent, December 11, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Olu Brown. “Don't Be Afraid!” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Sermon scripture: Luke 2:8-11 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Olu Brown Buzzsprout-11851554 Sun, 11 Dec 2022 13:00:00 -0500 1362 sermon 2022 53 full false Wrapped Up In Jesus - Sermon for Sunday, December 4, 2022 Wrapped Up In Jesus - Sermon for Sunday, December 4, 2022 The sermon from the Second Sunday of Advent, December 4, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Wrapped Up In Jesus” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Sermon scripture: Micah 5:2 (NIV) and Isaiah 61:1-2 (NASB).

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]]> The sermon from the Second Sunday of Advent, December 4, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Wrapped Up In Jesus” in the worship series “A Reason for Hope.” Sermon scripture: Micah 5:2 (NIV) and Isaiah 61:1-2 (NASB).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11810952 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0500 1335 sermon 2022 52 full false Transformed Through Generosity - Sermon for Sunday, November 20, 2022 Transformed Through Generosity - Sermon for Sunday, November 20, 2022 The sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 20, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Transformed Through Generosity” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Sermon scripture: Genesis 12:1-4 and Luke 19:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition)

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]]> The sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 20, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Transformed Through Generosity” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Sermon scripture: Genesis 12:1-4 and Luke 19:1-10 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition)

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11731129 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0500 1483 sermon 2022 50 full false Grounded in Gratitude - Sermon for Sunday, November 13, 2022 Grounded in Gratitude - Sermon for Sunday, November 13, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, November 13, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Alisa Smallwood. “Grounded in Gratitude” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Sermon scripture: Luke 17:11-19 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition)

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, November 13, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Alisa Smallwood. “Grounded in Gratitude” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Sermon scripture: Luke 17:11-19 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition)

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]]> Alisa Smallwood Buzzsprout-11684906 Sun, 13 Nov 2022 13:00:00 -0500 1414 sermon 2022 49 full false Born to Be Generous - Sermon for Sunday, November 6, 2022 Born to Be Generous - Sermon for Sunday, November 6, 2022 The sermon from the All Saints' Sunday, November 6, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Born to Be Generous” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Sermon scripture: Mark 10:17-31 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition)

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]]> The sermon from the All Saints' Sunday, November 6, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Born to Be Generous” in the worship series “The Generosity Challenge.” Sermon scripture: Mark 10:17-31 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition)

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11641138 Sun, 06 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0500 1715 sermon 2022 48 full false Forward In Faith - Sermon for Sunday, October 30, 2022 Forward In Faith - Sermon for Sunday, October 30, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, October 30, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Forward In Faith” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4 (New Revised Standard Version)

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, October 30, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Forward In Faith” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-4 (New Revised Standard Version)

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11595773 Sun, 30 Oct 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1700 sermon 2022 47 full false The One Thing Needed - Sermon for Laity Sunday, October 23, 2022 The One Thing Needed - Sermon for Laity Sunday, October 23, 2022 The sermon from the Laity Sunday, October 23, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Dr. Helen Jin Kim. “The One Thing Needed” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Luke 10:38-42 and Psalm 32:1-2 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Laity Sunday, October 23, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Dr. Helen Jin Kim. “The One Thing Needed” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Luke 10:38-42 and Psalm 32:1-2 (New International Version).

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]]> Dr. Helen Jin Kim Buzzsprout-11551853 Sun, 23 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1282 sermon 2022 46 full false Rejects and Rolling Stones - Sermon for Sunday, October 16, 2022 Rejects and Rolling Stones - Sermon for Sunday, October 16, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, October 16, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Robert W. Lee. “Rejects and Rolling Stones” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 16:13-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, October 16, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Robert W. Lee. “Rejects and Rolling Stones” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 16:13-20 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Robert W. Lee Buzzsprout-11509221 Sun, 16 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1139 sermon 2022 45 full false Faith in Things Unseen - Sermon for Pride Sunday, October 9, 2022 Faith in Things Unseen - Sermon for Pride Sunday, October 9, 2022 The sermon from the Pride Sunday, October 9, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Judge Jane Barwick. “Faith In Things Unseen” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.”

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]]> The sermon from the Pride Sunday, October 9, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Judge Jane Barwick. “Faith In Things Unseen” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.”

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]]> Jane Barwick Buzzsprout-11466352 Sun, 09 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400 875 sermon 2022 44 full false By Faith We Will Continue to Worship - Sermon for Sunday, October 2, 2022 By Faith We Will Continue to Worship - Sermon for Sunday, October 2, 2022 The sermon from the World Communion Sunday, October 2, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “By Faith We Will Continue to Worship” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3,6,32-40 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the World Communion Sunday, October 2, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “By Faith We Will Continue to Worship” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3,6,32-40 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11423518 Sun, 02 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1604 sermon 2022 43 full false By Faith We Have Engaged - Sermon for Sunday, September 25, 2022 By Faith We Have Engaged - Sermon for Sunday, September 25, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, September 25, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Allison Ashe, the CEO of Wellroot Family Services. “By Faith We Have Engaged” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 25, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Allison Ashe, the CEO of Wellroot Family Services. “By Faith We Have Engaged” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Allison Ashe Buzzsprout-11383056 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 21:00:00 -0400 1361 sermon 2022 42 full false Emory & Atlanta First UMC - History, Education, and Faith - Sermon for September 18, 2022 Emory & Atlanta First UMC - History, Education, and Faith - Sermon for September 18, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, September 18, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Gregory L. Fenves, the President of Emory University. “Emory & Atlanta First UMC - History, Education, and Faith” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Eclesiastes 3:1.

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 18, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Gregory L. Fenves, the President of Emory University. “Emory & Atlanta First UMC - History, Education, and Faith” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Eclesiastes 3:1.

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]]> Gregory L. Fenves Buzzsprout-11381092 Sun, 25 Sep 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1055 sermon 2022 41 full false Going to Jesus Outside the Camp - Sermon for Sunday, September 11, 2022 Going to Jesus Outside the Camp - Sermon for Sunday, September 11, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, September 11, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson. “Going to Jesus Outside the Camp” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Hebrews 13:1-16 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 11, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson. “Going to Jesus Outside the Camp” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Hebrews 13:1-16 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> Bishop Sue Haupert-Johnson Buzzsprout-11298814 Sun, 11 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1111 sermon 2022 40 full false By Faith We Have Worshipped - Sermon for September 4, 2022 By Faith We Have Worshipped - Sermon for September 4, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, September 4, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “By Faith We Have Worshipped” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Daniel 3 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, September 4, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “By Faith We Have Worshipped” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Daniel 3 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11258875 Sun, 04 Sep 2022 15:00:00 -0400 2225 sermon 2022 39 full false Forward In Faith - Sermon for Sunday, August 28, 2022 Forward In Faith - Sermon for Sunday, August 28, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, August 28, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Gregory C. Ellison, II. “Forward In Faith” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Philippians 1:9-10 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 28, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest preacher Rev. Dr. Gregory C. Ellison, II. “Forward In Faith” in the sermon series “FORWARD IN FAITH.” Sermon scripture: Philippians 1:9-10 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Gregory C. Ellison, II Buzzsprout-11217606 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 16:00:00 -0400 1995 sermon 2022 38 full false SERIOUSLY!? Walk Humbly. - Sermon for Sunday, August 21, 2022 SERIOUSLY!? Walk Humbly. - Sermon for Sunday, August 21, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, August 21, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “SERIOUSLY!? Walk Humbly.” in the sermon series “SERIOUSLY!?” Sermon scripture: Micah 6:6-9 (Common English Bible) and Matthew 18:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 21, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “SERIOUSLY!? Walk Humbly.” in the sermon series “SERIOUSLY!?” Sermon scripture: Micah 6:6-9 (Common English Bible) and Matthew 18:1-5 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Jay Burns-Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-11173684 Sun, 21 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1291 sermon 2022 37 full false SERIOUSLY!? Love Kindness. - Sermon for Sunday, August 14, 2022 SERIOUSLY!? Love Kindness. - Sermon for Sunday, August 14, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, August 14, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “SERIOUSLY!? Love Kindness.” in the sermon series “SERIOUSLY!?” Sermon scripture: Micah 6:6-9 (The Message) and John 15:1-17 (New International Version).

News Clip about Dad's on Duty:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdPaqt6RY_Q

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 14, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “SERIOUSLY!? Love Kindness.” in the sermon series “SERIOUSLY!?” Sermon scripture: Micah 6:6-9 (The Message) and John 15:1-17 (New International Version).

News Clip about Dad's on Duty:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OdPaqt6RY_Q

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]]> Jay Burns-Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-11135556 Sun, 14 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1451 sermon 2022 36 full false SERIOUSLY!? Do Justice. - Sermon for Sunday, August 7, 2022 SERIOUSLY!? Do Justice. - Sermon for Sunday, August 7, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, August 7, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “SERIOUSLY!? Do Justice.” in the sermon series “SERIOUSLY!?” Sermon scripture: Micah 6:6-9 (The Message) and Luke 18:1-8 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, August 7, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “SERIOUSLY!? Do Justice.” in the sermon series “SERIOUSLY!?” Sermon scripture: Micah 6:6-9 (The Message) and Luke 18:1-8 (New Revised Standard Version, Updated Edition).

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]]> Jay Burns-Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-11094903 Sun, 07 Aug 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1191 sermon 2022 35 full false The Samaritan Neighborhood - Sermon for Sunday, July 31, 2022 The Samaritan Neighborhood - Sermon for Sunday, July 31, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, July 31, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Brian Tillman. “The Samaritan Neighborhood.” Sermon scripture: Luke 10:25-37 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 31, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Brian Tillman. “The Samaritan Neighborhood.” Sermon scripture: Luke 10:25-37 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Brian Tillman Buzzsprout-11056464 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1452 sermon 2022 34 full false Build Together - Sermon for Sunday, July 24, 2022 Build Together - Sermon for Sunday, July 24, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, July 24, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Build Together,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Ted Lasso.” Sermon scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-11 (The Message).

Video Clip - Dart Game: https://youtu.be/oZ4YSXv6Xkg

Video Clip - Rebecca Tells the Truth: https://youtu.be/Nhf5QSc0oZI

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 24, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Build Together,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Ted Lasso.” Sermon scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-11 (The Message).

Video Clip - Dart Game: https://youtu.be/oZ4YSXv6Xkg

Video Clip - Rebecca Tells the Truth: https://youtu.be/Nhf5QSc0oZI

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-11018753 Sun, 24 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1547 sermon 2022 33 full false Biscuits - Sermon for Sunday, July 17, 2022 Biscuits - Sermon for Sunday, July 17, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, July 17, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Biscuits,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Ted Lasso.” Sermon scripture: Deuteronomy 30:8-14; Galatians 5:22-23,25 (The Message).

Video Clip - Biscuits with the Boss:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0LEltkg1H4

Video Clip - Ted and Rebecca Transformation:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbgqD8PivNA

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 17, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Biscuits,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Ted Lasso.” Sermon scripture: Deuteronomy 30:8-14; Galatians 5:22-23,25 (The Message).

Video Clip - Biscuits with the Boss:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z0LEltkg1H4

Video Clip - Ted and Rebecca Transformation:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbgqD8PivNA

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10975124 Sun, 17 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1750 sermon 2022 32 full false Believe - Sermon for Sunday, July 10, 2022 Believe - Sermon for Sunday, July 10, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, July 10, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Blind Faith,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Ted Lasso.” Sermon scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 (The Message).

Video Clip - Ted's Locker Room Talk:  https://youtu.be/Y_TJHIV5vDs

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 10, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Blind Faith,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Ted Lasso.” Sermon scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 (The Message).

Video Clip - Ted's Locker Room Talk:  https://youtu.be/Y_TJHIV5vDs

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10935455 Sun, 10 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1702 sermon 2022 31 full false Blind Faith - Sermon for Sunday, July 3, 2022 Blind Faith - Sermon for Sunday, July 3, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, July 3, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Blind Faith,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Ted Lasso.” Sermon scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 (The Message).

Ted Lasso: Ted Comes to the UK:  https://youtu.be/TgM7JZ9mO7Q  (Warning, some strong language)

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, July 3, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Blind Faith,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Ted Lasso.” Sermon scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 (The Message).

Ted Lasso: Ted Comes to the UK:  https://youtu.be/TgM7JZ9mO7Q  (Warning, some strong language)

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10897644 Sun, 03 Jul 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1937 sermon 2022 30 full false Together - Sermon for Sunday, June 26, 2022 Together - Sermon for Sunday, June 26, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, June 26, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Together,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Disney's Encanto.” Sermon scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-2,5-14 (New Living Translation).

Video Clips:
Mirabel and Abuela Alma Argue - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDiBixlQHGs
Mirabel and Abuela Alma, Together - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUGtyj5QlEM

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, June 26, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Together,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Disney's Encanto.” Sermon scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-2,5-14 (New Living Translation).

Video Clips:
Mirabel and Abuela Alma Argue - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TDiBixlQHGs
Mirabel and Abuela Alma, Together - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DUGtyj5QlEM

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10857417 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1804 sermon 2022 29 full false We Don’t Talk About Bruno - Sermon for Sunday, June 19, 2022 We Don’t Talk About Bruno - Sermon for Sunday, June 19, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, June 19, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “We Don’t Talk About Bruno,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Disney's Encanto.” Sermon scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14 (The Message).

Video Clip - We Don't Talk About Bruno:
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvWRMAU6V-c

Video Clip - Casita Cracks: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoPN5bJtyNU

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, June 19, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “We Don’t Talk About Bruno,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Disney's Encanto.” Sermon scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14 (The Message).

Video Clip - We Don't Talk About Bruno:
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bvWRMAU6V-c

Video Clip - Casita Cracks: 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoPN5bJtyNU

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10818076 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1274 sermon 2022 28 full false Gifts of the Spirit - Sermon for June 12, 2022 Gifts of the Spirit - Sermon for June 12, 2022 The sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, June 12, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “Gifts of the Spirit,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Disney's Encanto.” Sermon scripture: 1 Corinthians 12 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, June 12, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “Gifts of the Spirit,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Disney's Encanto.” Sermon scripture: 1 Corinthians 12 (The Message).

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]]> Jay Burns-Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-10779040 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0400 2052 sermon 2022 27 full false The Miracle of Being Saved - Sermon for Pentecost Sunday, June 5, 2022 The Miracle of Being Saved - Sermon for Pentecost Sunday, June 5, 2022 The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, June 5, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “The Miracle of Being Saved,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Disney's Encanto.” Sermon scripture: Acts 2:1-21 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, June 5, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. “The Miracle of Being Saved,” in the sermon series “The Gospel in Disney's Encanto.” Sermon scripture: Acts 2:1-21 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> Jay Burns-Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-10739939 Sun, 05 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1394 sermon 2022 26 full false What a Revelation: Come! - Sermon for Sunday, May 29, 2022 What a Revelation: Come! - Sermon for Sunday, May 29, 2022 The sermon from the Ascension Sunday, May 29, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: Come!” in the sermon series “What a Revelation.” Sermon scripture: Revelation 22 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Ascension Sunday, May 29, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: Come!” in the sermon series “What a Revelation.” Sermon scripture: Revelation 22 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10701935 Sun, 29 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400 1892 sermon 2022 25 full false What a Revelation: When It’s All Over - Sermon for Sunday, May 22, 2022 What a Revelation: When It’s All Over - Sermon for Sunday, May 22, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, May 22, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: When It’s All Over” in the sermon series “What a Revelation.” Sermon scripture: Revelation 20:1-6; 21:1-8 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10661644 Sun, 22 May 2022 14:00:00 -0400 2402 sermon 2022 24 full false What a Revelation: Plagues, Consequences, and Endurance - Sermon for Sunday, May 15, 2022 What a Revelation: Plagues, Consequences, and Endurance - Sermon for Sunday, May 15, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, May 15, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: Plagues, Consequences, and Endurance” in the sermon series “What a Revelation.” Sermon scripture: Revelation 8:1-2,6-13; 9:1-2a,6,13-15,20-21; 11:15-16; 14:12-13 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, May 15, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: Plagues, Consequences, and Endurance” in the sermon series “What a Revelation.” Sermon scripture: Revelation 8:1-2,6-13; 9:1-2a,6,13-15,20-21; 11:15-16; 14:12-13 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10623951 Mon, 16 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 2831 sermon 2022 23 full false What a Revelation: Signs, Symbols, and the Significance of Worship - Sermon for Sunday, May 8, 2022 What a Revelation: Signs, Symbols, and the Significance of Worship - Sermon for Sunday, May 8, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, May 8, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: Signs, Symbols, and the Significance of Worship” in the sermon series “What a Revelation.” Sermon scripture: Revelation 1:10-16,19-20;2:1a,2-5c,8a,9-10; 3:7a,8-10,14-22; 7:9-17 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, May 8, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: Signs, Symbols, and the Significance of Worship” in the sermon series “What a Revelation.” Sermon scripture: Revelation 1:10-16,19-20;2:1a,2-5c,8a,9-10; 3:7a,8-10,14-22; 7:9-17 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10581904 Sun, 08 May 2022 20:00:00 -0400 2163 sermon 2022 22 full false What a Revelation: Worthy! - Sermon for May 1, 2022 What a Revelation: Worthy! - Sermon for May 1, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, May 1, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: Worthy!” in the sermon series "What a Revelation." Sermon scripture: Revelation 1; 5:11-14 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, May 1, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “What a Revelation: Worthy!” in the sermon series "What a Revelation." Sermon scripture: Revelation 1; 5:11-14 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10537513 Sun, 01 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400 2333 sermon 2022 21 full false More than Enough: Rest - Sermon for Sunday, April 24, 2022 More than Enough: Rest - Sermon for Sunday, April 24, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, April 24, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. “More Than Enough: Rest” by guest pastor Rev. Catherine Boothe Olson, Associate Pastor at Northside United Methodist Church. Sermon scriptures: Jeremiah 6:16 and Matthew 11:28-30 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, April 24, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. “More Than Enough: Rest” by guest pastor Rev. Catherine Boothe Olson, Associate Pastor at Northside United Methodist Church. Sermon scriptures: Jeremiah 6:16 and Matthew 11:28-30 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Catherine Boothe Olson Buzzsprout-10493675 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1827 sermon 2022 20 full false More Than Enough! - Sermon for Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022 More Than Enough! - Sermon for Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022 The sermon from the Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. “More Than Enough!” by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon scripture: Luke 24:1-12 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Easter Sunday, April 17, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. “More Than Enough!” by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon scripture: Luke 24:1-12 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10454253 Sun, 17 Apr 2022 16:00:00 -0400 1671 sermon 2022 19 full false ENOUGH ALREADY!?: When Enough is Too Much - Sermon for Good Friday, April 15, 2022 ENOUGH ALREADY!?: When Enough is Too Much - Sermon for Good Friday, April 15, 2022 The sermon from the Good Friday, April 15, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: When Enough is Too Much” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scripture: John 19:14-42 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Good Friday, April 15, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: When Enough is Too Much” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scripture: John 19:14-42 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10450854 Sat, 16 Apr 2022 20:00:00 -0400 1515 sermon 2022 18 full false ENOUGH ALREADY!? - Sermon for Palm and Passion Sunday, April 10, 2022 ENOUGH ALREADY!? - Sermon for Palm and Passion Sunday, April 10, 2022 The sermon from the Palm and Passion Sunday, April 10, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Luke 19:28-40 and selected verses from Luke 22-23 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Palm and Passion Sunday, April 10, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Luke 19:28-40 and selected verses from Luke 22-23 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10412092 Sun, 10 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0400 1965 sermon 2022 16 full false ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Custom-Made to Praise - Sermon for Sunday, April 3, 2022 ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Custom-Made to Praise - Sermon for Sunday, April 3, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, April 3, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Custom-Made to Praise” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 43:16-21 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, April 3, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Custom-Made to Praise” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 43:16-21 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10370393 Sun, 03 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1653 sermon 2022 15 full false Looking For God - Sermon for March 27, 2022 Looking For God - Sermon for March 27, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, March 27, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Camille Henderson-Edwards who is an Associate Pastor at Cascade United Methodist Church. “Looking for God” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Psalm 13 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 27, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by guest pastor Rev. Camille Henderson-Edwards who is an Associate Pastor at Cascade United Methodist Church. “Looking for God” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Psalm 13 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Camille Henderson-Edwards Buzzsprout-10326575 Sun, 27 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1580 sermon 2022 14 full false ENOUGH ALREADY!?: What Are You Looking For? - Sermon for March 20, 2022 ENOUGH ALREADY!?: What Are You Looking For? - Sermon for March 20, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, March 20, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: What Are You Looking For?” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 55:1-9 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 20, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: What Are You Looking For?” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 55:1-9 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10283789 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0400 1953 sermon 2022 13 full false ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Timing is Everything - Sermon for Sunday, March 13, 2022 ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Timing is Everything - Sermon for Sunday, March 13, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, March 13, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Timing is Everything” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Luke 13:31-35 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 13, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Timing is Everything” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Luke 13:31-35 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10241472 Sun, 13 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0400 1928 sermon 2022 12 full false ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Full of Opportunity - Sermon for Sunday, March 6, 2022 ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Full of Opportunity - Sermon for Sunday, March 6, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, March 6, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Full of Opportunity” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Luke 4:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, March 6, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “ENOUGH ALREADY!?: Full of Opportunity” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Luke 4:1-13 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10198521 Sun, 06 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0500 1935 sermon 2022 11 full false Enough Already!?: Permission to be Done! - Sermon for Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022 Enough Already!?: Permission to be Done! - Sermon for Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022 The sermon from the Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Enough Already!?: Permission to be Done!” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Joel 2:1-2; 12-17 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> The sermon from the Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “Enough Already!?: Permission to be Done!” in the sermon series "Training Season: ENOUGH ALREADY!?" Sermon scriptures: Joel 2:1-2; 12-17 (New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10177517 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0500 1602 sermon 2022 10 full false STRONGER: Take Your Vitamins! - Sermon for February 27, 2022 STRONGER: Take Your Vitamins! - Sermon for February 27, 2022 The sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 27, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “STRONGER: Take Your Vitamins!” in the sermon series "Training Season: STRONGER." Sermon scriptures: Psalm 34 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 27, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “STRONGER: Take Your Vitamins!” in the sermon series "Training Season: STRONGER." Sermon scriptures: Psalm 34 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10152451 Sun, 27 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0500 2595 sermon 2022 9 full false STRONGER: Stay the Course - Sermon for February 20, 2022 STRONGER: Stay the Course - Sermon for February 20, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, February 20, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “STRONGER: Stay the Course” in the sermon series "Training Season: STRONGER." Sermon scriptures: Luke 6:27-38 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, February 20, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “STRONGER: Stay the Course” in the sermon series "Training Season: STRONGER." Sermon scriptures: Luke 6:27-38 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10110452 Sun, 20 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0500 2049 sermon 2022 8 full false STRONGER: The Discipline of Disciples - Sermon for February 13, 2022 STRONGER: The Discipline of Disciples - Sermon for February 13, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, February 13, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “STRONGER: The Discipline of Disciples” in the sermon series "Training Season: STRONGER." Sermon scriptures: Luke 6:17-26 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, February 13, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “STRONGER: The Discipline of Disciples” in the sermon series "Training Season: STRONGER." Sermon scriptures: Luke 6:17-26 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10068331 Sun, 13 Feb 2022 19:00:00 -0500 2006 sermon 2022 7 full false STRONGER: Trust Me - Sermon for February 6, 2022 STRONGER: Trust Me - Sermon for February 6, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, February 6, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “STRONGER: Trust Me” in the sermon series "Training Season: STRONGER." Sermon scriptures: Luke 5:1-11 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-10021952 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0500 2147 sermon 2022 6 full false FORWARD: Remember Why You Started - Sermon for January 30, 2022 FORWARD: Remember Why You Started - Sermon for January 30, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, January 30, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. “FORWARD: Remember Why You Started” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Jeremiah 1:4-10 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9979717 Sun, 30 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0500 1956 sermon 2022 5 full false FORWARD: Strength Training - Sermon for January 23, 2022 FORWARD: Strength Training - Sermon for January 23, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, January 23, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Entitled “FORWARD: Strength Training” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, January 23, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Entitled “FORWARD: Strength Training” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9936956 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0500 2999 sermon 2022 4 full false FORWARD: Push Through! - Sermon for Sunday, January 16, 2022 FORWARD: Push Through! - Sermon for Sunday, January 16, 2022 The sermon from the Sunday, January 16, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. Entitled “FORWARD: Push Through!” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 62:1-7, 10-12 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, January 16, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections. Entitled “FORWARD: Push Through!” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 62:1-7, 10-12 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Jay Burns-Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-9892679 Sun, 16 Jan 2022 12:00:00 -0500 1364 sermon 2022 3 full false FORWARD: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate! - Sermon for January 9, 2022 FORWARD: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate! - Sermon for January 9, 2022 The sermon from the Baptism of the Lord Sunday, January 9, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Entitled “FORWARD: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 43:1-7 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Baptism of the Lord Sunday, January 9, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Entitled “FORWARD: Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate!” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 43:1-7 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9855343 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0500 1821 sermon 2022 2 full false Light the World! - Sermon for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2021 Light the World! - Sermon for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2021 The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled  “Light the World!” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 9:2-7 (New Revised Standard Version) and Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Christmas Eve, December 24, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled  “Light the World!” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 9:2-7 (New Revised Standard Version) and Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9825244 Mon, 03 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0500 1770 sermon 2021 56 full false FORWARD: Orientation Day - Sermon for Epiphany Sunday, January 2, 2022 FORWARD: Orientation Day - Sermon for Epiphany Sunday, January 2, 2022 The sermon from the Epiphany Sunday, January 2, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Entitled “FORWARD: Orientation Day,” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 60:1-6 (New International Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Epiphany Sunday, January 2, 2022, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Entitled “FORWARD: Orientation Day,” in the sermon series "Training Season: FORWARD." Sermon scriptures: Isaiah 60:1-6 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9819494 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0500 1759 sermon 2022 1 full false Christ in the Commotion - Sermon for Sunday, December 26, 2021 Christ in the Commotion - Sermon for Sunday, December 26, 2021 The sermon from the First Sunday of Christmas, December 26, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections, entitled “Christ in the Commotion.” Sermon scriptures: Luke 2:41-52 (Common English Bible). Scripture lesson read by Sang Eon Kim.

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]]> The sermon from the First Sunday of Christmas, December 26, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Burns-Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections, entitled “Christ in the Commotion.” Sermon scriptures: Luke 2:41-52 (Common English Bible). Scripture lesson read by Sang Eon Kim.

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]]> Jay Burns-Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-9782863 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0500 1108 sermon 2021 57 full false Light the World: A Gift to the Oppressed - Sermon for Sunday, December 19, 2021 Light the World: A Gift to the Oppressed - Sermon for Sunday, December 19, 2021 The sermon from the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 19, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled  “Light the World: A Gift to the Oppressed” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Matthew 1:18–2:15 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the fourth Sunday of Advent, December 19, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled  “Light the World: A Gift to the Oppressed” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Matthew 1:18–2:15 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9749356 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0500 2366 sermon 2021 55 full false Light the World: The Journey to Joy - Sermon for Sunday, December 12, 2021 Light the World: The Journey to Joy - Sermon for Sunday, December 12, 2021 The sermon from the third Sunday of Advent, December 12, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled Light the World: The Journey to Joy” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Luke 2:1-40 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the third Sunday of Advent, December 12, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled Light the World: The Journey to Joy” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Luke 2:1-40 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9707280 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0500 2393 sermon 2021 54 full false Light the World: The Promise of Potential - Sermon for Sunday, December 5, 2021 Light the World: The Promise of Potential - Sermon for Sunday, December 5, 2021 The sermon from the Sunday, December 5, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled “Light the World: The Promise of Potential” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Luke 1:26-56 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, December 5, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled “Light the World: The Promise of Potential” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Luke 1:26-56 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9666953 Sun, 05 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0500 2427 sermon 2021 53 full false Light the World: The Meaning of Memory - Sermon for Sunday, November 28, 2021 Light the World: The Meaning of Memory - Sermon for Sunday, November 28, 2021 The sermon from the Sunday, November 28, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections, entitled “Light the World: The Meaning of Memory” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Luke 1:67-79 (Common English Bible).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, November 28, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Jay Horton, our Director of Community Engagement and Connections, entitled “Light the World: The Meaning of Memory” in the sermon series “Light the World.” Sermon scriptures: Luke 1:67-79 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Jay Horton, Director of Community Engagement and Connections Buzzsprout-9624910 Sun, 28 Nov 2021 15:00:00 -0500 1173 sermon 2021 52 full false Live Well: Stay In Love With God - Sermon for Sunday, November 21, 2021 Live Well: Stay In Love With God - Sermon for Sunday, November 21, 2021 The sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 21, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled “Live Well: Stay In Love With God” in the sermon series “Live Well - Three Simple Rules.” Sermon scriptures: Colossians 2:6-7 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 21, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled “Live Well: Stay In Love With God” in the sermon series “Live Well - Three Simple Rules.” Sermon scriptures: Colossians 2:6-7 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9587413 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 14:00:00 -0500 1760 sermon 2021 51 full false Live Well: Do Good - Sermon for Sunday, November 14, 2021 Live Well: Do Good - Sermon for Sunday, November 14, 2021 The sermon from the Sunday, November 14, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled “Live Well: Do Good” in the sermon series “Live Well - Three Simple Rules.” Sermon scriptures: Galatians 6:9-10 (The Message).

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]]> The sermon from the Sunday, November 14, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled “Live Well: Do Good” in the sermon series “Live Well - Three Simple Rules.” Sermon scriptures: Galatians 6:9-10 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-9546379 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 14:00:00 -0500 1674 sermon 2021 50 full false Live Well: Do No Harm - Sermon for All Saints' Sunday, November 7, 2021 Live Well: Do No Harm - Sermon for All Saints' Sunday, November 7, 2021 The sermon from the All Saints' Sunday, November 7, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, entitled “Live Well: Do No Harm” in the sermon series “Live Well.” Sermon scriptures: Galatians 5:13-15 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8772429 Sun, 27 Jun 2021 19:00:00 -0400 1969 sermon 2021 30 full false Is All This Living Really Worth Dying For? - Sermon for Father's Day Sunday, June 20, 2021 Is All This Living Really Worth Dying For? - Sermon for Father's Day Sunday, June 20, 2021 The Father's Day Sunday, June 20, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon “Is All This Living Really Worth Dying For?” in the sermon series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's SOUL,” by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Sermon scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8694537 Sun, 13 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400 1602 sermon 2021 28 full false I'm Not Done! - Sermon for Sunday, June 6, 2021 I'm Not Done! - Sermon for Sunday, June 6, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from Sunday, June 6, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “I'm Not Done!” in the sermon series “The Gospel According to Disney-Pixar's SOUL.” Sermon scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8655380 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 20:00:00 -0400 1730 sermon 2021 27 full false Who Will Go For Us? - Sermon for Trinity Sunday, May 30, 2021 Who Will Go For Us? - Sermon for Trinity Sunday, May 30, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Trinity Sunday and Peace with Justice Sunday, May 30, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Who Will Go For Us?” Sermon scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8 (New King James Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8613909 Sun, 30 May 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2454 sermon 2021 26 full false No Greater Love: Pour Out On Us, Lord! - Sermon for Pentecost Sunday, May 23, 2021 No Greater Love: Pour Out On Us, Lord! - Sermon for Pentecost Sunday, May 23, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, May 23, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “No Greater Love: Pour Out On Us, Lord!” in the sermon series “No Greater Love.” Sermon scripture: Acts 2:1-21 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Rodney T. Smothers Buzzsprout-8486519 Sun, 09 May 2021 13:00:00 -0400 2130 sermon 2021 23 full false No Greater Love: No Greater Name - Sermon for Sunday, April 25, 2021 No Greater Love: No Greater Name - Sermon for Sunday, April 25, 2021 Guest Pastor Rev. Blair Boyd Zant's sermon from the Sunday, April 25, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “No Greater Love: No Greater Name” in the sermon series “No Greater Love.” Sermon scripture: Acts 4:5-12 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8312598 Sun, 11 Apr 2021 12:00:00 -0400 1816 sermon 2021 19 full false No Greater Love: Don't Look Away! - Sermon for Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021 No Greater Love: Don't Look Away! - Sermon for Easter Sunday, April 4, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the April 4, 2021, Easter Sunday Celebration Worship Service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “No Greater Love: Don't Look Away!” in the sermon series “No Greater Love.” Sermon scripture: John 20:1-18 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8228286 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 20:00:00 -0400 1827 sermon 2021 14 full false Do What God Has Sent You – Yes You – To Do - Sermon for Sunday, March 21, 2021 Do What God Has Sent You – Yes You – To Do - Sermon for Sunday, March 21, 2021 Guest Pastor Rev. Daniel Ogle's sermon from the Sunday, March 21, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Do What God Has Sent You – Yes You – To Do” in the sermon series “Lessons In the Wilderness.” Sermon scripture: John 12:1-8 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Daniel Ogle Buzzsprout-8181976 Sun, 21 Mar 2021 14:00:00 -0400 1255 sermon 2021 13 full false Lessons In the Wilderness: Find a Way or Make One... the Right Way - Sermon for Sunday, March 14, 2021 Lessons In the Wilderness: Find a Way or Make One... the Right Way - Sermon for Sunday, March 14, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, March 14, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Lessons In the Wilderness: Find a Way or Make One... the Right Way” in the sermon series “Lessons In the Wilderness.” Sermon scripture: Exodus 32:1-10 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8137836 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 14:00:00 -0400 1852 sermon 2021 12 full false Lessons In the Wilderness: Sanctuary - Sermon for Sunday, March 7, 2021 Lessons In the Wilderness: Sanctuary - Sermon for Sunday, March 7, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, March 7, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Lessons In the Wilderness: Sanctuary” in the sermon series “Lessons In the Wilderness.” Sermon scripture: Exodus 24:12-25:2,8 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8102089 Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:00:00 -0500 2359 sermon 2021 11 full false Lessons In the Wilderness: The Lord Will Fight For You - Sermon for Sunday, February 28, 2021 Lessons In the Wilderness: The Lord Will Fight For You - Sermon for Sunday, February 28, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, February 28, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled "Lessons In the Wilderness: The Lord Will Fight For You" in the sermon series "Lessons In the Wilderness." Sermon scripture: Exodus 13:17-19; 14:1-25 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, February 28, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled "Lessons In the Wilderness: The Lord Will Fight For You" in the sermon series "Lessons In the Wilderness." Sermon scripture: Exodus 13:17-19; 14:1-25 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-8045996 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 15:00:00 -0500 2085 sermon 2021 10 full false Lessons In the Wilderness: Even Jesus Had to Go - Sermon for Sunday, February 21, 2021 Lessons In the Wilderness: Even Jesus Had to Go - Sermon for Sunday, February 21, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, February 21, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled "Lessons In the Wilderness: Even Jesus Had to Go" in the sermon series "Lessons In the Wilderness." Sermon scripture: Luke 4:1-13 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, February 21, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled "Lessons In the Wilderness: Even Jesus Had to Go" in the sermon series "Lessons In the Wilderness." Sermon scripture: Luke 4:1-13 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-7993507 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 15:00:00 -0500 1958 sermon 2021 9 full false Lessons In the Wilderness: Walk With Me - Homily for Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021 Lessons In the Wilderness: Walk With Me - Homily for Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's homily from the Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Lessons In the Wilderness: Walk With Me" in the sermon series "Lessons In the Wilderness." Scripture lesson: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's homily from the Ash Wednesday, February 17, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Lessons In the Wilderness: Walk With Me" in the sermon series "Lessons In the Wilderness." Scripture lesson: Joel 2:1-2, 12-17 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-7936339 Wed, 17 Feb 2021 22:00:00 -0500 888 sermon 2021 8 full false Restless: A Sea Change - Sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, February 14, 2021 Restless: A Sea Change - Sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, February 14, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 14, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Restless: A Sea Change" in the sermon series "Restless." Sermon scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 14, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Restless: A Sea Change" in the sermon series "Restless." Sermon scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-12 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-7868740 Sun, 14 Feb 2021 21:00:00 -0500 2712 sermon 2021 7 full false Restless: Waiting for New Strength - Sermon for February 7, 2021 Restless: Waiting for New Strength - Sermon for February 7, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, February 7, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Restless: Waiting for New Strength" in the sermon series "Restless." Sermon scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, February 7, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Restless: Waiting for New Strength" in the sermon series "Restless." Sermon scripture: Isaiah 40:21-31 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-7731568 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 18:00:00 -0500 2387 sermon 2021 6 full false Hope Emerging - Sermon for Sunday, January 31, 2021 Hope Emerging - Sermon for Sunday, January 31, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, January 31, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Hope Emerging" in the sermon series "Hope Emerging." Sermon scripture: Mark 1:21-28 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, January 31, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Hope Emerging" in the sermon series "Hope Emerging." Sermon scripture: Mark 1:21-28 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-7590673 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 15:00:00 -0500 1928 sermon 2021 5 full false Hope Emerging: An Urgent Legacy - Sermon for Sunday, January 24, 2021 Hope Emerging: An Urgent Legacy - Sermon for Sunday, January 24, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, January 24, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Hope Emerging: An Urgent Legacy" in the sermon series "Hope Emerging." Sermon scripture: Mark 1:14-20 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the Sunday, January 24, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Hope Emerging: An Urgent Legacy" in the sermon series "Hope Emerging." Sermon scripture: Mark 1:14-20 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-7458826 Sun, 24 Jan 2021 14:00:00 -0500 1243 sermon 2021 4 full false Hope Emerging: Persisting Hope - Sermon for Sunday, January 17, 2021 Hope Emerging: Persisting Hope - Sermon for Sunday, January 17, 2021 Guest Pastor Rev. Karla Daniel's sermon from the Sunday, January 17, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Hope Emerging: Persisting Hope" in the sermon series "Hope Emerging." Sermon scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-19 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Guest Pastor Rev. Karla Daniel's sermon from the Sunday, January 17, 2021, worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Hope Emerging: Persisting Hope" in the sermon series "Hope Emerging." Sermon scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-19 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Karla Daniel Buzzsprout-7328059 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 13:00:00 -0500 2067 sermon 2021 3 full false Hope Emerging: Hope Transforming - Sermon for Baptism of the Lord Sunday, January 10, 2021 Hope Emerging: Hope Transforming - Sermon for Baptism of the Lord Sunday, January 10, 2021 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the January 10, 2021, Baptism of the Lord Sunday worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Hope Emerging: Hope Transforming" in the sermon series "Hope Emerging." Sermon scripture: Mark 1:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smother's sermon from the January 10, 2021, Baptism of the Lord Sunday worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church. Sermon entitled "Hope Emerging: Hope Transforming" in the sermon series "Hope Emerging." Sermon scripture: Mark 1:1-11 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-7228849 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 22:00:00 -0500 2289 sermon 2021 2 full false Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for New Year's Eve, December 31, 2020 Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for New Year's Eve, December 31, 2020 Happy New Year to one and all in the Atlanta First Family, from Pastor Jasmine, the staff and your Leadership Team!

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]]> Happy New Year to one and all in the Atlanta First Family, from Pastor Jasmine, the staff and your Leadership Team!

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-7072132 Thu, 31 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500 159 ThursdayThoughts 2020 37 full false Incarnation: There’s Something About the Name, Jesus! - Sermon for Christmas Eve Incarnation: There’s Something About the Name, Jesus! - Sermon for Christmas Eve Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Thursday, December 24, 2020, Christmas Eve Worship Service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: There’s Something About the Name, Jesus!” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Scripture lessons: Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version) and Isaiah 9:2-7 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Thursday, December 24, 2020, Christmas Eve Worship Service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: There’s Something About the Name, Jesus!” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Scripture lessons: Luke 2:1-20 (King James Version) and Isaiah 9:2-7 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6993811 Thu, 24 Dec 2020 19:00:00 -0500 2090 sermon 2020 54 full false Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2020 Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for Christmas Eve, December 24, 2020 Merry Christmas to one and all in the Atlanta First Family, from Pastor Jasmine, the staff and your Leadership Team!

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]]> Merry Christmas to one and all in the Atlanta First Family, from Pastor Jasmine, the staff and your Leadership Team!

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6991816 Thu, 24 Dec 2020 09:00:00 -0500 213 ThursdayThoughts 2020 36 full false Is Anything Too Hard for God? - Homily for December 21, 2020 Is Anything Too Hard for God? - Homily for December 21, 2020 Pastor Rev. Dr. Jacqui Rose-Tucker's homily from the Monday, December 21, 2020, Longest Night Worship Service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church and Bethel United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: Jesus, The Light of the World” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Scripture lessons: Psalm 121; Jeremiah 8:18-9:1; John 19:25-27 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Pastor Rev. Dr. Jacqui Rose-Tucker's homily from the Monday, December 21, 2020, Longest Night Worship Service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church and Bethel United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: Jesus, The Light of the World” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Scripture lessons: Psalm 121; Jeremiah 8:18-9:1; John 19:25-27 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Jacqui Rose-Tucker Buzzsprout-6956204 Mon, 21 Dec 2020 19:00:00 -0500 512 sermon 2020 53 full false Incarnation: Jesus, The Light of the World - Sermon for December 20, 2020 Incarnation: Jesus, The Light of the World - Sermon for December 20, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, December 20, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: Jesus, The Light of the World” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Sermon scripture: John 1:1-5; 1 John 2:8-11 (New International Version).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, December 20, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: Jesus, The Light of the World” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Sermon scripture: John 1:1-5; 1 John 2:8-11 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6937796 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 16:00:00 -0500 1482 sermon 2020 52 full false Thursday Thoughts with Pastor Jasmine for December 18, 2020 Thursday Thoughts with Pastor Jasmine for December 18, 2020 Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers shares Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. As we approach the culmination of the Advent Season, Pastor Jasmine invites us to attend three special worship services in the coming week, including the fourth Sunday of Advent, the Longest Night service, and ur Christmas Eve service. She also invites us to continue to serve through financial and supply gifts in support of our Keep Atlanta Warm ministry, which is needed more than ever as the days grow colder. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers shares Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. As we approach the culmination of the Advent Season, Pastor Jasmine invites us to attend three special worship services in the coming week, including the fourth Sunday of Advent, the Longest Night service, and ur Christmas Eve service. She also invites us to continue to serve through financial and supply gifts in support of our Keep Atlanta Warm ministry, which is needed more than ever as the days grow colder. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6906386 Fri, 18 Dec 2020 12:00:00 -0500 326 ThursdayThoughts 2020 35 full false Incarnation: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel - Sermon for December 13, 2020 Incarnation: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel - Sermon for December 13, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, December 13, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 1:20b-25 and Hebrews 1:1-4; 4:14-16 (New International Version).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, December 13, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 1:20b-25 and Hebrews 1:1-4; 4:14-16 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6826786 Sun, 13 Dec 2020 15:00:00 -0500 2072 sermon 2020 51 full false Thursday Thoughts with Pastor Jasmine for December 11, 2020 Thursday Thoughts with Pastor Jasmine for December 11, 2020 Happy Thursday, Atlanta First family! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers shares Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. Pastor Jasmine appeals to everyone to redouble our efforts in containing the corona virus. She invites us to worship, as we continue our Advent series "Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas," and invites us to three special upcoming services: Longest Night Worship, Christmas Eve Worship, and Watch Night Worship. Pastor Jasmine also makes an appeal to serve through financial and supply gifts in support of our Keep Atlanta Warm and Friends at the Front Door Ministries. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Happy Thursday, Atlanta First family! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers shares Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. Pastor Jasmine appeals to everyone to redouble our efforts in containing the corona virus. She invites us to worship, as we continue our Advent series "Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas," and invites us to three special upcoming services: Longest Night Worship, Christmas Eve Worship, and Watch Night Worship. Pastor Jasmine also makes an appeal to serve through financial and supply gifts in support of our Keep Atlanta Warm and Friends at the Front Door Ministries. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6801622 Fri, 11 Dec 2020 12:00:00 -0500 561 ThursdayThoughts 2020 34 full false Incarnation: Jesus Our Savior - Sunday, December 6, 2020 Incarnation: Jesus Our Savior - Sunday, December 6, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, December 6, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: Jesus Our Savior” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 1:18-21; Luke 2:8-14 (New International Version).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, December 6, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: Jesus Our Savior” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 1:18-21; Luke 2:8-14 (New International Version).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6718579 Sun, 06 Dec 2020 14:00:00 -0500 1764 sermon 2020 50 full false Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for December 3, 2020 Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for December 3, 2020 Happy Thursday, Atlanta First family! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers is joined by our Serve Team lead Mary Jackson, as they share Thursday Thoughts. Pastor Jasmine shares opportunities to worship and grow in our Advent series, "Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas," while Mary shares opportunities to serve through our Keep Atlanta Warm and Friends at the Front Door Ministries. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Happy Thursday, Atlanta First family! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers is joined by our Serve Team lead Mary Jackson, as they share Thursday Thoughts. Pastor Jasmine shares opportunities to worship and grow in our Advent series, "Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas," while Mary shares opportunities to serve through our Keep Atlanta Warm and Friends at the Front Door Ministries. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6678476 Thu, 03 Dec 2020 18:00:00 -0500 472 ThursdayThoughts 2020 33 full false Incarnation: Christ/Messiah/King - Sunday, November 29, 2020 Incarnation: Christ/Messiah/King - Sunday, November 29, 2020 Rev. Dr. Jacqui Rose-Tucker's sermon from the Sunday, November 29, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: Christ/Messiah/King” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Sermon scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7 and Luke 1:26-38; 2:10-11 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Jacqui Rose-Tucker's sermon from the Sunday, November 29, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Incarnation: Christ/Messiah/King” in the sermon series “Incarnation: Rediscovering the Significance of Christmas.” Sermon scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7 and Luke 1:26-38; 2:10-11 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Rev. Dr. Jacqui Rose-Tucker Buzzsprout-6593767 Sun, 29 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0500 1120 sermon 2020 49 full false Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020 Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2020 Happy Thanksgiving, Atlanta First family! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers is joined by the church staff and leadership team in wishing all a happy Thanksgiving. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Happy Thanksgiving, Atlanta First family! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers is joined by the church staff and leadership team in wishing all a happy Thanksgiving. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6560248 Thu, 26 Nov 2020 12:00:00 -0500 275 ThursdayThoughts 2020 32 full false Treasure: Don't Worry 'Bout a Thing - Christ the King Sunday, November 22, 2020 Treasure: Don't Worry 'Bout a Thing - Christ the King Sunday, November 22, 2020 Guest Pastor Rev. Blair Boyd Zant's sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 22, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Treasure: Don't Worry 'Bout a Thing” in the sermon series “Treasure.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 6:25-34 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Guest Pastor Rev. Blair Boyd Zant's sermon from the Christ the King Sunday, November 22, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Treasure: Don't Worry 'Bout a Thing” in the sermon series “Treasure.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 6:25-34 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Blair Boyd Zant Buzzsprout-6498106 Sun, 22 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0500 1575 sermon 2020 48 full false Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for November 19, 2020 Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for November 19, 2020 Happy Thursday, Atlanta First! Today our Director of Worship and Music, Christopher Bryant, is joined by our Engage Team lead Erin Martin in sharing Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Happy Thursday, Atlanta First! Today our Director of Worship and Music, Christopher Bryant, is joined by our Engage Team lead Erin Martin in sharing Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6463648 Thu, 19 Nov 2020 17:00:00 -0500 172 ThursdayThoughts 2020 31 full false Treasure: Giving Your Treasure Back to God - Sunday, November 15, 2020 Treasure: Giving Your Treasure Back to God - Sunday, November 15, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, November 15, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Treasure: Giving Your Treasure Back to God” in the sermon series “Treasure.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 6:1-6 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, November 15, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Treasure: Giving Your Treasure Back to God” in the sermon series “Treasure.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 6:1-6 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6383950 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 14:00:00 -0500 1372 sermon 2020 47 full false Treasure: The Trouble with Two Masters - Sunday, November 8, 2020 Treasure: The Trouble with Two Masters - Sunday, November 8, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, November 8, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Treasure: The Trouble with Two Masters” in the sermon series “Treasure.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 6:24 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, November 8, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Treasure: The Trouble with Two Masters” in the sermon series “Treasure.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 6:24 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6275545 Sun, 08 Nov 2020 15:00:00 -0500 1623 2020 46 full false Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for November 5, 2020 Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for November 5, 2020 Happy Thursday, Atlanta First! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers is joined by our Serve Team lead Mary Jackson as they share Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. They share opportunities to worship and grow through our new series for November, "Treasure," including small group studies on Sunday at 9:30 am and Thursday at 5:30 pm; opportunities to serve through Keep Atlanta Warm; and opportunities to engage through the Atlanta First Mobile App. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Happy Thursday, Atlanta First! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers is joined by our Serve Team lead Mary Jackson as they share Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. They share opportunities to worship and grow through our new series for November, "Treasure," including small group studies on Sunday at 9:30 am and Thursday at 5:30 pm; opportunities to serve through Keep Atlanta Warm; and opportunities to engage through the Atlanta First Mobile App. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6244435 Thu, 05 Nov 2020 20:00:00 -0500 575 ThursdayThoughts 2020 30 full false Treasure: Where Is Your Treasure - All Saints' Sunday, November 1, 2020 Treasure: Where Is Your Treasure - All Saints' Sunday, November 1, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the All Saints' Sunday, November 1, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Treasure: Where Is Your Treasure” in the sermon series “Treasure.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 6:19-21 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the All Saints' Sunday, November 1, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Treasure: Where Is Your Treasure” in the sermon series “Treasure.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 6:19-21 (Common English Bible).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6176989 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 21:00:00 -0500 1793 sermon 2020 45 full false Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for October 31, 2020 Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for October 31, 2020 Atlanta First! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers is joined by our Director of Worship and Music Christopher Bryant and our Serve Team lead Mary Jackson as they share Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. They share opportunities to worship and grow through our new series for November, "Treasure"; opportunities to serve through Friends at the Front Door; and an opportunity to engage with our 1st Sundays at First Music Series recital this Sunday. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Atlanta First! Today Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers is joined by our Director of Worship and Music Christopher Bryant and our Serve Team lead Mary Jackson as they share Thursday Thoughts: the latest news and happenings at Atlanta First. They share opportunities to worship and grow through our new series for November, "Treasure"; opportunities to serve through Friends at the Front Door; and an opportunity to engage with our 1st Sundays at First Music Series recital this Sunday. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6161320 Sat, 31 Oct 2020 17:00:00 -0400 639 ThursdayThoughts 2020 29 full false Interrupt: The Courage to Love - Sunday, October 25, 2020 Interrupt: The Courage to Love - Sunday, October 25, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, October 25, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Interrupt: The Courage to Love” in the sermon series “Interrupt: The Courage to Live Counter-Culturally.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 22:34-46 (The Message).

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]]> Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, October 25, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Interrupt: The Courage to Love” in the sermon series “Interrupt: The Courage to Live Counter-Culturally.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 22:34-46 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6054286 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 15:00:00 -0400 2175 sermon 2020 44 full false Thursday Thoughts with Pastor Jasmine for October 22, 2020 Thursday Thoughts with Pastor Jasmine for October 22, 2020 Happy Thursday, Atlanta First family! Today's Thursday Thoughts are shared by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Pastor Jasmine shares new opportunities to worship and grow with our upcoming "Treasure" generosity and gratitude series; opportunities to serve through our Keep Atlanta Warm and Friends at the Front Door Ministries; and ways to engage through the Atlanta First Mobile App and Face Mask Ministry. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Happy Thursday, Atlanta First family! Today's Thursday Thoughts are shared by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers. Pastor Jasmine shares new opportunities to worship and grow with our upcoming "Treasure" generosity and gratitude series; opportunities to serve through our Keep Atlanta Warm and Friends at the Front Door Ministries; and ways to engage through the Atlanta First Mobile App and Face Mask Ministry. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-6020836 Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:00:00 -0400 302 ThursdayThoughts 2020 28 full false Interrupt: The Courage to Echo God's Word - Laity Sunday, October 18, 2020 Interrupt: The Courage to Echo God's Word - Laity Sunday, October 18, 2020 Mary Jackson's sermon from the Laity Sunday, October 18, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Interrupt: The Courage to Echo God's Word” in the sermon series “Interrupt: The Courage to Live Counter-Culturally.” Sermon scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 (The Message).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-5725792 Sun, 04 Oct 2020 13:00:00 -0400 2313 sermon, 201004 2020 41 full false Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for October 1, 2020 Thursday Thoughts from Atlanta First for October 1, 2020 Happy Thursday, Atlanta First! Our Thursday Thoughts message today is brought to you by Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, who offers an invitation to our October worship series, "Interrupt: The Courage to Live Counter-Culturally", which kicks off this week with World Communion Sunday; by Mary Jackson, our Serve Team Lead with a message about Friends at the Front Door; and by Christopher Bryant, our Director of Worship and Music, who has an invitation to our upcoming 1st Sunday at First recital this Sunday. Let's worship, serve, grow and engage together!

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-5702539 Thu, 01 Oct 2020 21:00:00 -0400 345 ThursdayThoughts, 201001 2020 25 full false Do the Right Thing: The Urgency of Faith - Sunday, September 27, 2020 Do the Right Thing: The Urgency of Faith - Sunday, September 27, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, September 27, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Do the Right Thing: The Urgency of Faith” in the sermon series “Do the Right Thing.” Sermon scripture: Exodus 17:1-7 (New Living Translation).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-5588365 Thu, 24 Sep 2020 18:00:00 -0400 431 ThursdayThoughts, 200924 2020 24 full false Do the Right Thing: The Urgency of Obedience - Sunday, September 20, 2020 Do the Right Thing: The Urgency of Obedience - Sunday, September 20, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, September 20, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Do the Right Thing: The Urgency of Obedience” in the sermon series “Do the Right Thing.” Sermon scripture: Jonah 3:10-4:11 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-4786826 Thu, 30 Jul 2020 20:00:00 -0400 1112 ThursdayThoughts, 200730 2020 19 full false Resist What Is Wrong - Sunday, July 26, 2020 Resist What Is Wrong - Sunday, July 26, 2020 Guest Pastor Rev. Tom Berlin's sermon from the Sunday, July 26, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Resist What Is Wrong.” Sermon scripture: Luke 4:1-14 (New International Version). Thank you to Rev. Berlin and Floris United Methodist Church for sharing their recording with us.

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-4318577 Thu, 25 Jun 2020 17:00:00 -0400 541 ThursdayThoughts, 200625 2020 14 full true Inside Out: When Anger Takes Control - Father's Day Sunday, June 21, 2020 Inside Out: When Anger Takes Control - Father's Day Sunday, June 21, 2020 Guest pastor Rev. Blair Boyd Zant's sermon from the Father's Day Sunday, June 21, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Inside Out: When Anger Takes Control” in the sermon series “Inside Out.” Sermon scripture: Ephesians 4:22-27 (New Revised Standard Version).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-4151069 Fri, 12 Jun 2020 16:00:00 -0400 538 ThursdayThoughts, 200612 2020 12 full false Inside Out: More Than a Feeling - Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, June 7, 2020 Inside Out: More Than a Feeling - Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, June 7, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Trinity and Peace with Justice Sunday, June 7, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Inside Out: More Than a Feeling” in the sermon series “Inside Out.” Sermon scripture: James 1:2-4 (NLT).

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]]> Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-4050080 Thu, 04 Jun 2020 22:00:00 -0400 619 ThursdayThoughts, 200604 2020 11 full false Stranger Things: When Stranger Things Become Greater Things - Pentecost Sunday, May 31, 2020 Stranger Things: When Stranger Things Become Greater Things - Pentecost Sunday, May 31, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Pentecost Sunday, May 31, 2020 online worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Stranger Things: When Stranger Things Become Greater Things” in the sermon series “Stranger Things.” Sermon scripture: Acts 2:1-21 (NLT).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-3217339 Thu, 02 Apr 2020 17:00:00 -0400 444 ThursdayThoughts, 200402 2020 2 full false Reckless Love: Value the Vulnerable - Sunday, March 29, 2020 Reckless Love: Value the Vulnerable - Sunday, March 29, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Sunday, March 29, 2020 worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Reckless Love: Value the Vulnerable” in the sermon series “Reckless Love.” Sermon scripture: Mark 5:1-20 (NRSV).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-2855494 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 21:00:00 -0500 1076 sermon, 200226 2020 9 full false Focus: All Over But the Shoutin’ - Sunday, February 23, 2020 Focus: All Over But the Shoutin’ - Sunday, February 23, 2020 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Transfiguration Sunday, February 23, 2020 worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Focus: All Over But the Shoutin’” in the sermon series "Focus." Sermon scripture: Nehemiah 7:73c-8:6 (NIV).

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]]> Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers, Lead Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-2414267 Sun, 05 Jan 2020 16:00:00 -0500 1769 sermon, 200105 2020 1 full false Didn't See It Coming - December 29, 2019 Didn't See It Coming - December 29, 2019 Executive Associate Pastor Rev. Walter R. Jones' sermon from the Sunday, December 29, 2019 worship service of Atlanta First United Methodist Church, entitled “Didn't See It Coming.” Sermon scripture: Matthew 2:13-23 (NRSV).

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]]> Rev. Walter R. Jones, Executive Associate Pastor of Atlanta First United Methodist Church Buzzsprout-2369888 Sun, 29 Dec 2019 15:00:00 -0500 1533 sermon, 191229 2019 54 full false Closer: Listen to What I Say! - Christmas Eve, December 24, 2019 Closer: Listen to What I Say! - Christmas Eve, December 24, 2019 Lead Pastor Rev. Jasmine R. Smothers' sermon from the Tuesday, December 24, 2019, Christmas Eve worship service of Atlanta First UMC, entitled “Closer: Listen to What I Say!” in the Advent worship series “Closer.” Sermon scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7 (NRSV) and Luke 2:1-20 (KJV).

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