Going Deeper

What does it really mean to be free in Christ? #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org In this episode of the Going Deeper Podcast, Kyle is joined by Becky and Katie for a conversation about Romans 8, Hebrews 11, 1 John, 1 Corinthians 13, and the practical shape of the Christian life. Together, they talk about why God’s boundaries are not meant to li...

The early church didn’t start with strategy—it started with fire. #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org n this episode of Going Deeper, we explore the book of Acts, the power and presence of the Holy Spirit, and the radical transformation of Paul. But more than that, we wrestle with what it means for the Church today—especially for the next generat...

From the Garden of Gethsemane to the empty tomb, we walk through the arrest, trial, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus, unpacking what these events mean for us today. #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org In this episode of Going Deeper, we explore one of the most important questions in the Christian faith: Who did Jesus claim to be—and why doe...

What do you really believe about Jesus—and why does it matter? #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org In this episode of Going Deeper, Kyle and Doug explore the life of Jesus through the Gospels and unpack one of the most important questions anyone can ever answer: Who do you say that Jesus is? From the unique perspectives of Matthew, Mark, Luke, an...

In this episode of Going Deeper, we explore what it really means to be called by God—and why that calling often feels overwhelming, uncomfortable, and even a little terrifying. #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Looking at the stories of Isaiah and Jeremiah, we see two people who didn’t feel ready, qualified, or worthy… yet God called them anywa...

In this episode of Going Deeper, we explore the full story of David—from the courage of Goliath to the failure with Bathsheba—and what it reveals about faith, repentance, and God’s grace. #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn...

Is faith about following rules, or having a relationship with God? In this episode of the Going Deeper Podcast, Kyle, Doug, and Marie talk about Moses and the Exodus and how God's plan for saving his people reveals how he wants a relationship with his people more than he wants a nation of rule followers. #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org The Go...

Is faith about following rules, or having a relationship with God? In this episode of the Going Deeper Podcast, Kyle, Doug, and Melanie explore the stories of Genesis and the messy family dynamics of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. The Bible doesn’t hide human flaws, yet through broken people and difficult circumstances we see a faithful God working out His plan. Join us as we discuss forgivene...

In this episode of Going Deeper, we begin our study of the Top Ten Bible Stories by exploring Genesis 1–11. Why does the beginning matter? How do creation, chaos, and hope shape the rest of Scripture—and our own lives? Join the conversation as we look at why Genesis still matters today. #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org In this episode of Going...

Why do we get so caught up in numbers—especially in ministry? In 1 Chronicles 21, King David orders a census that seems innocent enough, but God sees it differently. The fallout is massive, yet from the wreckage comes the foundation for something holy: the future site of the Temple. In this episode, we unpack what David's story teaches us about trust, pride, and the hidden dangers of measuring suc...

Have you ever wrestled with God? How do you know you were wrestling with God? #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdeeper@gmail.com.

There's a fine line between a blessing and a curse. How do we know the difference, and what do we do about it? #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdeeper@gmail.com.

What does it look like to have faith even when it doesn't make sense? A look at a familiar story from the Old Testament might be able to offer a few suggestions for us. #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdeeper@gmail.com.

What does real surrender look like? How does Abraham's willingness to sacrifice his only son impact us today? What are you willing to surrender to God? #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdeeper@gmail.com.

How do Altars and sacrifices apply to our lives today? What are we being called to surrender this Lenten season? #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdeeper@gmail.com.

Sermon from Sunday, August 11, 2024 Speaker: Rev. Doug de Graffenried Scripture: Ephesians 4: 25-5:2

Sermon from Sunday, August 4, 2024 Speaker: Rev. Doug de Graffenrid Scripture: Ephesians 4: 1-16

Sermon from Sunday, July 28, 2024 Speaker: Rev. Michael Cloud Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

On this special episode, members of the Trinity Church staff get together to discuss the last week of readings from the book "Easter Earthquake" by James Harnish.

In this episode, we're talking about the heavy topic of our own mortality, and how even though it seemed as though Jesus had failed, God got the last laugh. The paradox here is that in Jesus' death, all of creation has new life available, through the power of the resurrection Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdeeper@gmail.com.  

For many of us, scars are often seen as a negative thing. Something that reminds us of past injury or trauma. But God will often use our scars to display His power to those in our lives, and to reveal his glory to others because of, not in spite of, our past. Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdeeper@gmail.com.

On this episode of the podcast we discuss the idea of foolishness, and how what we see as wisdom, God sees as foolishness and vice versa. The conversation is full of seeming contradiction, but God's wisdom far outweighs ours we see how God takes our way of thinking and flips it upside down to reveal an even more powerful display of his grace and mercy. Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston....

In this episode we dive into some of the surprising ways God fulfills his promises, drawing parallels between biblical narratives and our own lives. From Abram and Sarai all the way to the resurrection of Jesus, and still today, God often has a way of making himself known, often in ways we would never expect. #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org D...

On this episode of the podcast we begin a series of discussions on the book "Easter Earthquake" by James A. Harnish. How does the resurrection of Jesus shape your idea of salvation? Is it something you keep for yourself, or is it meant for you to share? #trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org Do you have questions for us? Send an email to askgoingdee...

On this special edition of the podcast, we sit down with Dr. Sandy Richter during her visit to Trinity and have a conversation about bible study curriculums, how they're created, and how they impact the lives of the people that experience them from start to finish.