Transformative Truth

The death that's involved in the changing colors of the fall leaves is an important reminder of how Jesus continues to bring life out of death. Torben shares how to trust Jesus' leadership in various seasons of our lives

Torben discusses why bitterness is on the rise and how we can walk in freedom from the contagious poison of bitterness

Inspired by a recent visit to a jail, Torben shares about the basic needs that all humans have in common, and how to find the necessary fulfillment. 

In this episode, Torben discusses the difficulty of understanding what God is up to when we are in the midst of challenging situations. He highlights how God is at work in our sanctification even when we cannot see. 

Inspired by a sermon about the book of Ruth, Torben talks about Naomi and how we often allow difficult circumstances to define who we are. What does it look like to be set free from those false identities? 

Torben shares how the valleys of our lives are uniquely designed by our Shepherd Jesus to teach us the truth about two essential questions that all of us are looking for answers to: Who is God, and Who am I?

Torben discusses what Jesus meant when He asked one of His most mystifying questions: "Do you want to get well?"  How is Jesus asking us that question today?

Inspired by a forgiveness drive around Nashville, Torben shares about how Jesus invites us to not only remember positive things, but also how to deal with negative and painful memories

Torben shares bits and pieces from different conversations this week, all centered around the importance of knowing that God really likes you. 

Inspired by a recent sermon, Torben dives into Psalm 113 and 109, exploring David's definition of corporate worship and how rare it is to find his kind of brutal honesty in worship. 

In this episode, Torben talks about some challenging discipleship invitations from Jesus, plus two thought-provoking C.S. Lewis quotes that center around radical following of Christ. 

In a continuation of an early episode of Transformative Truth Podcast (Ep.14), Torben highlights the importance of having a concept of God that gives absolute confidence in challenging times. 

Torben uses the resizing of a ring to take us on a journey through Scriptures that highlight God stretching and expanding out capacity to know and experience Him. 

In the second half of a conversation about radical obedience, faith, and courage, Torben and Pastor Andrew Jenkins discuss the price tag of living in a way where you trust Jesus with everything.  

Our first interview episode! Andrew Jenkins is a pastor in Nashville, Tennessee and a good friend of Torben's. Andrew is a man of tremendous faith, who has many stories of following Jesus and seeing Him provide for him, his family, and his church.  In this 2-part conversation, Torben and Andrew talk about following Jesus in radical ways, and what it looks like to have Jesus truly be Lord of y...

In this special 100th episode, we look back at the themes and Bible verses that have been central to our first 100 episodes, and look forward to new elements we're adding to the podcast - inspiring interviews. The first one will be next week! 

100th episode coming up next week! 

Torben shares about a series of events this week involving tough conversations and very practical forgiveness in daily life

It was 3 in the morning, driving on the interstate. I didn't literally release my hands from the wheel, but I did have some thoughts about surrendering to Jesus

A celebration of all the people who have the spiritual gifts that allow them to be steady, loving, caring, and faithful, never worrying about stealing the limelight

Torben discusses the difference between healthy and unhealthy shame, and he asks the thought-provoking question, Do we need to make shame great again?  He shares how to get free from unhealthy shame and learn to live in freedom

How do you get comfortable and confident hearing the voice of Jesus in your everyday life?  Torben shares about the vital connection between truly knowing Jesus and recognizing His voice. 

An invitation to allow Jesus to meet our weakness with His strength

In this episode, Torben looks at what the Bible has to say about sheep as a picture for followers of Jesus

In this episode, Torben shares Bible verses about honest communication, and he tells some stories about how we can approach people with curiosity rather than judgment.