Life + God Podcast

What happens when we die?

Rev. Karen Chraska and Alyssa Robinson share their beliefs around the afterlife in today's episode. They share their experiences with death and ask questions like... What does the United Methodist Church believe about heaven and hell? Why don't we talk about it more? Does the Bible teach us about the afterlife?

How do I balance my faith and politics?

We're in the middle of the midterms and my guess is that emotions are running high. Sometimes it feels absolutely everything has become politicized in some way, and we just can't talk anymore. Rev. Daniel Humbert and Alyssa Robinson sat down to have a tough conversation about faith and politics, what Jesus might say, and red flags to look out for as you try to navigate tough conversations of your own.

What does it mean to be the body of Christ?

This week in the Men In Progress series, host Dave Casey is joined by Trinity Vaughn, David Taylor, and Rev. Daniel Humbert to discuss what it means to be the hands and feet of Christ in the world today. Men In Progress is a monthly series within the Life + God Podcast hosted by the United Methodist Men of Trietsch.

What does the Bible say about money?

Rev. Daniel Humbert and Alyssa Robinson dig into what the Bible really says about money and generosity. Can we really lean on the way money was managed 2,000 years ago to determine how we should treat money today? Is there a difference between giving and generosity? Visit https://www.tmumc.org/pledge to learn more.

How do I use spiritual gifts?

We get a lot of questions about spiritual gifts like, "Where do spiritual gifts come from?" "What career should I pursue with my spiritual gifts?" "What do spiritual gifts mean for my relationships?" "How do I know what my spiritual gift is?" Alyssa Robinson and Denise Robinson explore all of these questions and more in today's episode. You can visit https://www.tmumc.org/gifted to take the Gifted to Serve Discovery and learn your gifts. If you live in the Flower Mound area, sign up for our next Gifted to Serve class to dive even deeper into your gifts, ministry style, and passions!

Should I share my story?

Today's guest is Lilly Bird. She is a member of Trietsch Memorial United Methodist Church, and she has an amazing story to share! She fought mental illness with the help of her family and professionals while experiencing God's restoration and transformation along the way. We believe faith-sharing is a spiritual practice and everyone has a story to share! Learn ways you can share your story at https://www.tmumc.org/mystory. 

What are your go-to spiritual practices?

This week in the Men In Progress series, host Dave Casey is joined by Buddy Bonner, Eddy Evans, and Brad Evans to discuss their preferred spiritual practices and how those practices have helped them grow in their faith. Men In Progress is a monthly series within the Life + God Podcast hosted by the United Methodist Men of Trietsch.

How should I pray?

Rev. Doug Meyer and Alyssa Robinson open up their minds to the possibilities of prayer. In this episode, they challenge the understanding of prayer that they grew up with and imagine how they could enrich their prayer lives. Maybe prayer isn't what they always thought it was. Learn more ways to experience prayer at https://www.tmumc.org/passionate-prayer. 

How did the Bible come to be?

Have you ever wondered how the books of the Bible were chosen, why there are so many translations, or what it really means that Scripture is inspired by God? Rev. Gracie Millard talks Alyssa Robinson through all of these questions as they explore how the Bible came to be. Are you looking to grow in your own Bible engagement? Download the YouVersion app and mark Trietsch as your church home to receive weekly reading plans. Check it out: https://www.bible.com/organizations/1995d113-145b-4872-aa32-c1de12f7416f. 

Why do spiritual practices matter?

Why do we encourage spiritual practices? Alyssa Robinson and Denise Robinson, Director of Adult Discipleship, talk about the meaning behind spiritual practices, why we do them, and how we can improve. You can get started with spiritual practices by creating a Blueprint for Spiritual Wellness at tmumc.org/blueprint to learn small ways you can improve each practice.