https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons en-us Podomatic RSS Generator Sun, 10 May 2026 15:51:28 +0000 sermon, ,religion, ,united, ,methodist, ,umc, ,christianity, Copyright 2026 Jim Parsons Sermons from Milford Hills UMC Jim Parsons revjimparsons@gmail.com episodic false no https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/55/87/f0/revjimparsons/1400x1400_16578540.jpg https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons Jim Parsons This is the sermon podcast of Jim Parsons, the pastor of Milford Hills United Methodist Church in Salisbury, NC. If you would like to find more information about our congregation or worship with us in person or online, please visit us at milfordhillsumc.org  Half the Sky - Women and Their Role in the Church 308 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-05-10T08_50_40-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-05-10T08_50_40-07_00 Sun, 10 May 2026 15:50:40 +0000 2026-05-10 2026-05-10 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-05-10T08_50_40-07_00 Jim Parsons 1185 false 70 years ago, the Methodist Church gave full clergy rights to women. On this Mother's Day, we celebrate and look at the role of women in the church. Using the Wesleyan Quadrilateral, Pastor Jim talks about the ordination of women and how God has used women in the scriptures and in our denomination to proclaim the gospel. Thank you again for worshipping with us. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC in its mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please go to milfordhillsumc.org/give or text GIVE to 833-264-3866. 70 years ago, the Methodist Church gave full clergy rights to women. On this Mother's Day, we cel... God of the Impossible - Impossible Future 307 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-05-03T08_38_13-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-05-03T08_38_13-07_00 Sun, 03 May 2026 15:38:13 +0000 2026-05-03 2026-05-03 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-05-03T08_38_13-07_00 Jim Parsons 1104 false We wrap up this worship series, "God of the Impossible," in which we looked at four different stories that share God doing impossible things and what may be possible from God using us. This week, we hear some powerful words from the letter to the Ephesians. Ephesians 3:20-21 is a transitional moment in this letter, and it is a fitting reminder as we enter this transitional time in our congregation. We are moving from the planning stage of our new building project and capital campaign to the implementation process. It is now time to stop dreaming and to get busy doing the work God is calling us to do. Thank you again for worshipping with us. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC in its mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please go to milfordhillsumc.org/give or text GIVE to 833-264-3866. We wrap up this worship series, "God of the Impossible," in which we looked at four different sto... God of the Impossible - Impossible Forgiveness 306 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-23T10_20_35-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-23T10_20_35-07_00 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:20:35 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-04-23 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-23T10_20_35-07_00 Jim Parsons 1380 false In this worship series, "God of the Impossible," we look at four different stories that share God doing impossible things and what may be possible from God using us. This week, we look at the story of Joseph in Genesis and when he forgives his brothers, saving his family from famine. It is a powerful story of realizing forgiveness isn't really about the other person or people; it is about freeing ourselves from carrying the weight of the burden of when we have been wronged or harmed. It isn't easy, but it is the impossible work God can do in each of us.Thank you again for worshipping with us. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC in its mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please go to milfordhillsumc.org/give or text GIVE to 833-264-3866. In this worship series, "God of the Impossible," we look at four different stories that share God... God of the Impossible - Impossible Identity 305 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-12T08_49_39-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-12T08_49_39-07_00 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 15:49:39 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-04-12 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-12T08_49_39-07_00 Jim Parsons 1250 false We start a new worship series this week called "God of the Impossible." We will look at four different stories that share God doing impossible things and what may be possible from God using us. This week, we look at the story of Peter talking with Jesus on the beach after the resurrection. It is here that Jesus gives him a new identity and reminds him of his calling. He offers forgiveness and grace in the shadow of Peter's denial. For Peter, Jesus does the impossible and gives him a new name and a new life.Thank you again for worshipping with us. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC in its mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please go to milfordhillsumc.org/give or text GIVE to 833-264-3866. We start a new worship series this week called "God of the Impossible." We will look at four diff... Easter: The Good News is...alive in the world. 304 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-08T07_14_05-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-08T07_14_05-07_00 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:14:05 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-04-08 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-04-08T07_14_05-07_00 Jim Parsons 1258 false Today, we come to gather and worship because the grave is not a dead end. The good news is dancing! The good news is on the loose! The good news is out in the world, calling your name! Alleluia! Even death has lost its sting. for on this Easter morning, we profess the truth we find in our hearts,  CHRIST IS RISEN, [HE IS RISEN INDEED!] Let us stand together and let us worship our good news, Jesus Christ is our RISEN Lord.Thank you again for worshipping with us. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC in its mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please go to milfordhillsumc.org/give or text GIVE to 833-264-3866. Today, we come to gather and worship because the grave is not a dead end. The good news is dancin... Palm Sunday: The Good News is...inspiring us to act. 303 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-29T08_50_43-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-29T08_50_43-07_00 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 15:50:43 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-03-29 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-29T08_50_43-07_00 Jim Parsons 1262 false We are entering the final week of Lent, the final steps of this holy journey. As we enter Holy Week, we are called by Christ to act in this world. We are called to partake in this process. Jesus calls many to act in his triumphant entry into Jerusalem, and that is our call still today. As we hear this familiar story and start down this yearly tradition, may we be inspired to participate and be changed by this journey.Thank you again for joining us in worship. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC's mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please visit milfordhillsumc.org/give or text 'GIVE' to 833-264-3866. Please subscribe to our channel to stay updated on our new worship services and other videos.  We are entering the final week of Lent, the final steps of this holy journey. As we enter Holy We... The Good News is...protection and care for the vulnerable 302 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-23T07_53_15-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-23T07_53_15-07_00 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:53:15 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-03-23 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-23T07_53_15-07_00 Jim Parsons 1198 false We continue our Lenten Series, "Tell Me Something Good," by looking at another one of the major tenets of Christianity, protecting and caring for the vulnerable. We hear from two texts today, one from Deuteronomy 24:17-22 and another from Matthew 9:13-15. We are pushed to remember that someone in our family tree was once an immigrant and that we should always watch over the children of our community. When we do these things, we are acknowledging God in our midst. Thank you again for joining us in worship. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC's mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please visit milfordhillsumc.org/give or text 'GIVE' to 833-264-3866. Please subscribe to our channel to stay updated when our new worship services and other videos are released.  We continue our Lenten Series, "Tell Me Something Good," by looking at another one of the major t... The Good News Is...Rooted in Justice, Mercy, and Faithfulness 301 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-23T07_40_36-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-23T07_40_36-07_00 Mon, 23 Mar 2026 14:40:36 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-03-23 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-23T07_40_36-07_00 Jim Parsons 1415 false This Lenten season, we have been grounding ourselves in the Good News. Some of it has been easy and joyful to hear about, and other times it has stepped all over our toes. This week, we hear a famous story of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery. We learn about justice and mercy. These ideas make us uncomfortable, but also grateful for how we receive God’s mercy, too. Thank you again for joining us in worship. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC's mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please visit milfordhillsumc.org/give or text 'GIVE' to 833-264-3866. Please subscribe to our channel to stay updated on our new worship services and other videos.  This Lenten season, we have been grounding ourselves in the Good News. Some of it has been easy a... The Good News is...together, the impossible is possible 300 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-08T08_46_08-07_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-08T08_46_08-07_00 Sun, 08 Mar 2026 15:46:08 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-03-08 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-08T08_46_08-07_00 Jim Parsons 1347 false We continue our Lenten Series, "Tell Me Something Good," by looking at another one of the major tenets of Christianity, feeding those who are hungry, by looking at Mark's story of the feeding of the 5000. As the commentator from "A Sanctified Art" put it this week, "God does not start with the problem: How do we feed all these people? God starts with what God has - which is everything, held in her hands. And God starts with what God has given us - five loaves, two fish." Thank you again for joining us in worship. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC's mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please visit milfordhillsumc.org/give or text 'GIVE' to 833-264-3866. Please subscribe to our channel to stay updated when our new worship services and other videos are released. d We continue our Lenten Series, "Tell Me Something Good," by looking at another one of the major t... The Good News Is...great love for God and neighbor 299 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-01T08_45_24-08_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-01T08_45_24-08_00 Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:45:24 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-03-01 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-03-01T08_45_24-08_00 Jim Parsons 1256 false We continue our Lenten Series, "Tell Me Something Good," by examining one of the major tenets of Christianity: the Greatest Commandments. We do so in a unique way by examining the story of Jesus being anointed by an unnamed woman at a Pharisee's dinner party. We contrast the two main characters to learn how to love God extravagantly and to quiet the inner judgment of our hearts in order to truly love our neighbor. Thank you again for joining us in worship. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC's mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please visit milfordhillsumc.org/give or text 'GIVE' to 833-264-3866. Please subscribe to our channel to stay updated when our new worship services and other videos are released.  We continue our Lenten Series, "Tell Me Something Good," by examining one of the major tenets of ... The Good News Is...so Good, It Catches You By Surpise 298 full https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-02-22T09_54_25-08_00 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-02-22T09_54_25-08_00 Sun, 22 Feb 2026 17:54:25 +0000 2026-04-23 2026-02-22 https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/revjimparsons/episodes/2026-02-22T09_54_25-08_00 Jim Parsons 1174 false We start off the First Sunday of Lent with the first story of Jesus interacting with the world in the Gospel of John, the Wedding of Cana. This is a unique way to introduce Jesus to the world, but we can learn a lot about the Good News when we peel back the layers of this story and see the abundance and surprising nature of it. What is always important to remember is, it may surprise us, but it is never a surprise to God. Thank you again for joining us in worship. For more information about our congregation, please visit our website at milfordhillsumc.org. If you would like to support Milford Hills UMC's mission to Love, Serve, and Live as Christ, please visit milfordhillsumc.org/give or text 'GIVE' to 833-264-3866. Please subscribe to our channel to stay updated when our new worship services and other videos are released.  We start off the First Sunday of Lent with the first story of Jesus interacting with the world in...