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Unvarnished

Gene "The JourneyMan" Strother has described himself as "Preacher, Pauper, President." Gene brings the kind of perspective to bible study and sermons only gained by decades of bible preaching and teaching and a life lived on "both sides of the tracks." He has been a pastor, educator, and president of an industry school. His sermons are raw, real, and relevant. His passion is evident. His purpose is to serve. His people are everywhere.

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  1. 15

    Route 66: Highway to Hope, an Introduction

    Route 66, a new sermon series featuring one sermon lifted from each of the sixty-six books of the Bible. This is the original Route 66, the highway to hope.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  2. 14

    East of Eden

    This is the last of seven sermons in the Pride & Prejudice series. Based on Proverbs 6:16–19, which reveals seven things God hates. Here, we examine the sin of brotherly betrayal, of resentment where love ought to live.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  3. 13

    The Crucible

    Sermon six of seven in the Pride & Prejudice sermon series. Slander, gossip, cancellation. What happens in the crucible, the trial by fire? How does one survive?Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  4. 12

    Fast and Furious

    Sermon five in the seven-sermon series, Pride & Prejudice, based on Proverbs 6:16–19. In the furious pace of these fast-paced times, how do we strike the balance between urgency and patience? What if we get it wrong? What if we get it right!Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  5. 11

    The Sting

    Sermon four in the seven-sermon series, Pride & Prejudice, based on Proverbs 6:16–19. This one is a word of caution to the schemers. How far will you go, what schemes will you concoct to get what you want? Will it be worth it?Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  6. 10

    There Will Be Blood

    Sermon three in the seven-sermon series, Pride & Prejudice, based on Proverbs 6:16–19, examines the real death culture in the world today and what it means.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  7. 9

    Catch Me If You Can

    Sermon two in the seven-sermon series, Pride & Prejudice, based on Proverbs 6:16–19. Today's topic is deceit and the cost to the deceiver.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  8. 8

    The Devil Wears Prada

    Sermon one in a seven-sermon series titled "Pride & Prejudice," based on Proverbs 6:16–19, which reveals seven things God hates.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  9. 7

    Survivor

    The seventh and final sermon in the Sunday School series tackles the law of the jungle versus the law of Christ, survival of the fittest vs thriving on faith.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  10. 6

    Holy Cow!

    Gene dives into the ages-old expression, "Holy cow!" to bring a fresh perspective to the sacred cows and golden calves we worship today. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  11. 5

    Death Grip

    "Death had a grip on humanity—a choke-hold that said, 'It is appointed unto humans once to die. And after this, the judgment.'" –Gene StrotherIs that it then? Is Death the final victor? Is the tombstone his championship trophy? That depends on which is greater: the death grip or the grip of love. Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  12. 4

    Canceled

    In this sermon, The Preacher, Gene Strother, tackles the pervasive cancel culture cancer and answers the question, "Does God cancel people? If so, who? Why?"Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  13. 3

    The Pianist

    The Pianist is the third sermon in the series Gene is calling Sunday School. It is the most intimate of the sermons, as he reflects on the songs and life of his mother. He learned life lessons to build, support, and sustain his faith by hearing his mom sing from the upright piano.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  14. 2

    Hurry Up & Wait

    Sermon two in a Seven-sermon series by "Preacher" Gene Strother. Gene examines the friction between patience and urgency and the need for both. What does the Bible have to say about urgency vs patience? Find out in this vital sermon.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

  15. 1

    You and Me and a Long-Tailed Cat

    "Sin is a long-tailed cat." Hop in and come along on a ride with a catastrophe adjuster. We will chase the storm, known to insiders as CAT. We will also learn a thing or two about the nature of sin.Follow Gene on Substack— https://genestrother.substack.com

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Gene "The JourneyMan" Strother has described himself as "Preacher, Pauper, President." Gene brings the kind of perspective to bible study and sermons only gained by decades of bible preaching and teaching and a life lived on "both sides of the tracks." He has been a pastor, educator, and president of an industry school. His sermons are raw, real, and relevant. His passion is evident. His purpose is to serve. His people are everywhere.

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