Life + God Podcast

Who is Jesus of Nazareth?

Alyssa Robinson asks Rev. Daniel Humbert questions about Jesus through the lens of someone who didn't grow up learning about Jesus. What do we know about Jesus's personal life? Do I have to believe everything the Bible says about Jesus to be a Christian? How do I know if I believe enough? This is an excellent episode for people who want to share about Jesus or for those who want to learn more about Jesus themselves.

What does the humanity of Jesus mean to you?

Rev. Doug Meyer and Alyssa Robinson share their understanding of the humanity of Jesus and what it means that Jesus is fully human and fully divine. This concept is very difficult to grasp and they openly wrestle with who Jesus, the man, was together. Learn more about who Jesus said he is by joining us throughout Lent. Learn more at https://www.tmumc.org/lent.

What is the significance of ”I Am” in scripture?

Rev. Gracie Millard walks Alyssa Robinson through the 7 "I Am" claims that Jesus makes in the book of John and what we can learn from each of them. They examine the importance of the term "I Am" in the Old Testament, where it came from, and what it means for us.
Here are some previous episodes for you to explore that Gracie and Alyssa recommend during today's episode:
Ep. 20: How did the Bible come to be?
Ep. 29: What does "salvation" really mean?

How do you make a marriage last?

This week in the Men In Progress series, host Dave Casey is joined by two couples, Marilyn and Howard Hurlbut who have been married 64 years and Harold and Nancy Rogers who have been married 49 years. In today's episode they discuss the key to a lasting marriage, how faith plays into their marriages, and how they handle the hard times. Men In Progress is a monthly series within the Life + God Podcast hosted by the United Methodist Men of Trietsch.

What is Ash Wednesday?

Do you know why we celebrate Ash Wednesday or why we put ashes on our foreheads? Maybe you've been receiving ashes every year and never knew why! Rev. Dr. Nick McRae, Senior Pastor of First United Methodist Church Forney, shares the tradition of Ash Wednesday, where it comes from in Scripture, and why we start Lent with this ritual every year. Browse all upcoming events, worship services, and Lenten resources at https://www.tmumc.org/lent.

How do I talk to my kids about Lent?

Director of Children and Family Ministries, Julie Hawkins, walks through some ways to help our kids participate in the Lenten season. Lent and Easter can be difficult concepts for kids to grasp, and it's important to reach them on an age appropriate level. Listen to some tips from Julie and access additional resources at https://www.tmumc.org/lentkids.

What does my sex life have to do with faith?

It seems like the church has a lot to say about sex, but does the Bible? Rev. Daniel Humbert and Alyssa Robinson wrestle with our understanding of sexuality, what the Bible has to say about it, and where the church might have misrepresented scripture. 

Why does God answer some prayers and not others?

Prayer is a mysterious practice. Maybe it leaves you wondering if God hears your prayers, if God is choosing not to answer, or if prayer isn't what you thought it was. Rev. Karen Chraska and Alyssa Robinson dig into the big question, "Why does God answer some prayers and not others?"

Does God really forgive anything?

The Bible says in Mark 3:29 the only unforgiveable sin is blaspheming the Holy Spirit, but what does that really mean? In today's episode, Rev. Doug Meyer and Alyssa Robinson ask the question, "Does God really forgive anything?" 

Is deconstruction good or bad for my faith?

Alyssa Robinson is joined by David Taylor to discuss the ins and outs of spiritual deconstruction. They talk about some of the ways they've each been deconstructing their faith and what it's done for their relationship with God.