Trinity Ministries Podcast

Why is it that some of the hardest people to love are the ones closest to you? As a Christ follower, how can you be a witness of Jesus love to your family -- even if they don’t know Him?Ps. 51:7-122 Cor. 5:15-18Mark 5:2,6-19

Jesus was the perfect model of reaching the world, one life at a time. He knew his mission was to be the savior of the world but over and over again, he’d take time to pour into one person. That is the model that we as a church and as people of God should emulate as we seek to follow Christ in all things. Is. 52:7-10Acts 1:1-8John 4:34-42

When people are different from us, we often place them in categories or assume they are a certain way. If Jesus came to be the bridge for all people, how can we cross our bridges to engage others?Isaiah 56:1-81 Corinthians 9:19-23Matthew 15:15-28

Jesus baptism seems unnecessary since he was sinless. So why was Jesus baptized and what bridge does his baptism create for you? Is 42:1-9 Rom 6:1-11Matt 3:13-17

Jesus is the bridge between God and man, regardless of nationality. This is the example we see in the wise men and their gifts. Jesus is came to die for all and there is no blocking access to the bridge who is Jesus Christ. No matter what your past, no matter what you status, God’s love through Jesus is your bridge. Is 63:7-14Romans 3:9,20-24Matt 2:1-12

Can you imagine if you received a notice from your mortgage company that said someone paid off your house debt -- in full? The Advent King came to pay of so much more!Is. 11:1–10*Heb. 7:18-28Matt. 24:36–44

Do you know your neighbors well? Do you want to? What difference would it make if you knew that Divinity moved in right next door?Is. 2:1–5Rom. 13:11–14John 1:1-5,14

When we remember that we are rooted in Jesus by the power of the Spirit, we are strengthen in our faith and that results in an life the overflows with gratefulness. 1 Chronicles 16:7-12Col. 2:1-7Luke 6:35-38

Jesus is our ultimate model. While he could have given up in the midst of struggle and chaos, he fixed his eyes on the joy set before him and endured the cross. How does his model help us as our hearts are attacked with uncertainty and weariness in a chaotic national climate?Numbers 13:26-33Heb. 12:1-3Matthew 11:25-30

People who push against our agendas, ideas and personality are often categorized as an ‘enemy’. Our reaction is often like the world’s -- getting even and treating them with disrespect. But what does Jesus say about the attitude and act of love when it comes to people who ‘hate’ us?Psalm 136: 1-3, 23-26Romans 8:31-38Matthew 5:43-48

“You’re flying off the handle” is a phrase used by older generations to describe someone who is reacting unexpectedly. Jesus calls his followers to do the same but in a positive way. How can Christ-followers react to people and situations that adds life to them. Psalm 103:8-12James 1:19-27Matthew 5:33-42

Joseph was a man who had been purified. His heart was fully devoted to God. Because of that, he was able to resist the strong temptation to add something to his life that would have contaminated him. Today we learn the importance of seeking honest, healthy relationships. Genesis 39:5-152 Tim. 2:20-26Matthew 5:27-32

Conflict is inevitable. Whenever two or more people are in close proximity to one another a heightened possibility of conflict exists. If conflict stems from anger -- which is what Jesus said -- how do we manage our anger and manage conflict? Gen. 4:1-7 Eph. 2:11-19 Matthew 5:21-26

Christians are to influence and impact the world. Jesus called his followers not to hide away from society, but to actively engage those who don’t know him. As Christ-followers, how can we influence people in a positive way?Joshua 1:8, 24:14-151 Peter 3:13-18Matthew 5:13-20

The Christian life is about character. In fact, it is all about character. It’s about being before doing. In the Sermon on the Mount, we see Jesus teaching about the life we, as Christ-followers, are blessed to live. Gen. 12:1-5Heb. 11:4-11Matthew 5:1-12

Team-work is God-work. When we are brought to faith, we are brought into a family -- a community -- a team. Today, we learn about the opportunities we have at Trinity to be part of the team.Ecclesiastes 4:7-121 Cor. 12:12-26Luke 5:1-11

Sometimes, we forget all that God does for us. He blesses us with Summer. He gives us times of rest. He provides our daily needs. When was the last time you thanked Jesus specifically for all his kindness? He welcomes our gratitude. Prov. 4:10–14, 20-23Gal. 5:16–24Luke 17:11–19

How do you treat people you dislike? In today's parable, Jesus challenges the everyday actions and prejudices of those who called themselves Christ-followers.Psalm 32: 8-11Gal. 3:21–22Luke 10:23–37

One of the key worries in life centers around money. “Will I have enough to retire?” “Did I save enough for my kid’s education?” “The debt is crushing my emotional reserves!” God has plenty to say about money management but his overarching desire is that you put him first in all things. Psalm 62:5-121 Tim. 6:11-19Matthew 6:25-34

The process of building muscle is simple breaking down the fibers in order for the body to build new, larger and stronger ones. In the same way, struggles in faith can help us if we chose to grow our roots deep in the Lord who promises to never leave us alone in the trials that build faith. Isaiah 58:1-7James 1:1-8 John 5:31-36