First Grapevine Methodist Podcast

First Grapevine Methodist Podcast

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April 3, 2026 19 mins
Pastor Zach Stiefel sits down with Dr. Kave Green to continue our Holy Week journey through the Gospel of Matthew.
Today’s discussion focuses on Matthew 27:15–26 as they reflect on Good Friday. Zach and Kave explore powerful questions from this passage:
How did God speak through Pilate’s wife? What happened to Barabbas next?  In what way are we like Barabbas?
As we remember the depth of Christ’s sacrifice...
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Pastor Zach Stiefel and Dr. Keva Green have a discussion on one of the most intimate and weighty moments in the Gospel narrative—Gospel of Matthew 26:17–28, the Last Supper.
That scene isn’t just a historical event; it’s written in a way that invites you to feel what it was like in the room.
First, imagine the setting: a Passover meal, something deeply familiar to every...
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Pastor Zach Stiefel sits down with Children’s Director Lucy Magill to continue our series of Holy Week discussions as we walk through the Gospel of Matthew.
This conversation reflects on “Silent Wednesday” during Holy Week—a day that feels quiet, almost uneventful on the surface, yet deeply meaningful beneath it.
Zach and Lucy begin with Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 22:34–40, ...
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Pastor Zach Stiefel sits down with contemporary worship leader Gary Edwards to continue our Holy Week journey through the Gospel of Matthew. In this episode, they reflect on Chapter 21 and the unfolding tension of Tuesday—a day marked by overturned tables, a cursed fig tree, and mounting conflict that points toward the cross.
This conversation explores what it means to be “mid-bloom”—that in-betw...
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Pastor Zach Stiefel and Youth Director Josh Ingram kick off a meaningful Holy Week series by walking through Matthew 21, setting the stage for the days leading to Easter.
They reflect on the powerful reminder: “If you’re not plugged in, you’re not powered.” Just like the fig tree Jesus curses, a life disconnected from God may look alive—but bears no real fruit.
The conversation also highlights the sharp s...
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In this session, Pastor Zach Stiefel and Dr. Keva Green walk through Gospel of John 6:35–40, unpacking Jesus’ declaration as the “Bread of Life.” They explore what it means to hunger and thirst for righteousness, the promise that those who come to Christ will never be cast out, and the assurance of eternal life for those who believe.
They also introduce and discuss the SOAP met...
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Pastor Zach Stiefel sits down with Dr. Keva Green as they look towards the Season of Lent.
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Pastor Zach Stiefel sits down with Dr. Keva Green for a thoughtful and encouraging conversation reflecting on the joys and milestones of the church in 2025 and looking ahead to what God is calling the community into in 2026. Together, they also explore themes from the current sermon series, “Faith and God’s Actions,” discussing how faith is shaped, strengthened, and lived out thro...
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Pastor Zach Stiefel sits down with Dr. Keva Green for a heartfelt conversation about their favorite Christmas traditions and cherished holiday memories. From family gatherings to meaningful church celebrations, they share stories that capture the true spirit of the season. Toward the end, Paul Bielss joins the conversation, adding his own memories and traditions to the mix — wrapping up the discussion with laughte...
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Dr. Keva Green sits down with two-thirds of the church’s communication team—Vance Morton and Paul Bielss—to share thoughts on the current sermon series, Knee High Theology. Together they reminisce about Thanksgivings past, look ahead to those yet to come, and offer a preview of all the Advent activities planned for the church throughout December.
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