Life + God Podcast

Is hypocrisy damaging the church?

Men In Progress Host, Dave Casey, meets with Jim Gerber, Alan Carruth, and Chuck Moseley to talk through hypocrisy in the church, when we can recognize it in ourselves, and how we can do better. Men In Progress is a monthly series within the Life + God Podcast hosted by the United Methodist Men of Trietsch.

Is Jesus a tree hugger?

We fully admit this is a silly question, but let's take some time today to think about our role as Christ followers in caring for God's creation. Rev. Gracie Millard and Alyssa Robinson explore environmentalism through the lens of faith. When we say, "for God so loved the world," do we mean all of it?

What is the Kingdom of God?

Sometimes the "Kingdom of God" can feel like a far away concept, but Jesus teaches us that it's here and now! Rev. Daniel Humbert and Alyssa Robinson share their beliefs, and sometimes confusion, around the teachings of the Kingdom of God and how we can live it today.

How do I cope with religion burnout?

Do you find that the things that once brought you joy and comfort now feel like a chore? Maybe you struggle to go to church, read your Bible, pray, or be in community with others. If this feels familiar, you might be experiencing spiritual burnout. Denise Robinson and Alyssa Robinson have a conversation about spiritual and religion burnout, what it looks like, and how to cope with this, sometimes painful, experience.

Love Wins

Men In Progress Host, Dave Casey, meets with Kim Beck of Liberty Ministry, Denise Angarola of She Supply, and Kim Cloud of Cloud 9 Charities to share the love that is in motion through their nonprofit work. Men In Progress is a monthly series within the Life + God Podcast hosted by the United Methodist Men of Trietsch.

What are the benefits of generosity?

Generosity is about way more than giving money! Did you know that living generously can improve your health and happiness? Join Licensed Professional Counselor, Chris Robinson, and Trietsch Finance Chair, Dana Phillips, in expanding the definition of generosity. We can each adopt a spirit of generosity with our time, thoughts, attention, and more. 

REFRESH: 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.

How do I read the Bible responsibly?

The founder of Methodism, John Wesley, shared three simple rules to live a faithful life: 1) Do no harm. 2) Do good. 3) Stay in love with God. Can the same three principles be applied to the way we read scripture? Today, Alyssa Robinson and Denise Robinson talk through helpful ways to approach the Bible that won't cause harm to yourself or others.

When does religion get in the way of faith?

Can we get so caught up in religion that we forget to live out our faith? This week in the Men In Progress series, host Dave Casey is joined by Dart West, Greg Wright, and Mike Sherwood to discuss the ways Christians have gotten it wrong or unintentionally misrepresented Christ and what we can do to improve. Men In Progress is a monthly series within the Life + God Podcast hosted by the United Methodist Men of Trietsch.

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? Visit https://www.tmumc.org/bible to explore all the ways you can get started in Scripture.