The Trinity Church Podcast

The Blueprint of Trinity Church Before diving into baptism, we look at the structural and spiritual pillars that keep a healthy church community grounded: Plurality of Elders: Why having a team of five elders (and not just one person at the top) protects both the leadership and the congregation through accountability. The Four Pillars: Word (daily Scripture, not just 30 minutes on Sunday), Spirit...

What happens when a nation looks spiritually alive on the outside but is quietly dying within? In this episode, we dive into the message of Amos—an ordinary farmer called by God to shake a prosperous nation awake. From the "comfortable religion" of ancient Israel to the abundance and anxiety of our modern world, the parallels are striking. Join us as we explore why religious activity is...

David Campbell is a friend and founder of Trinity Church in Owen Sound. He was born near Toronto and educated at the University of Toronto, Trinity Evangelical School (Chicago) and the University of Durham (England). He has planted churches in the UK and Canada. David and his wife Elaine stepped down from pastoral ministry in 2017 to devote themselves to a wider ministry to leaders, Bible Colleges...

2 Corinthians 9:7 When the topic of giving comes up, many people instinctively brace themselves—expecting pressure, guilt, or obligation. But the gospel starts somewhere entirely different. It doesn’t begin with what God wants from you. It begins with what God has already done for you—and to you. You are already accepted, already secure, already His. ⸻ 1. Grace Removes the Pressure “Not reluctantl...

What are you letting into the "living room" of your life? In this powerful Easter message from Trinity Church Owen Sound, we move beyond the chocolate and the bunnies to confront the spiritual realities of the Resurrection. Deacon Chris and Pastor Doug explore the life-changing truth that you were important enough for God to die for, and that Jesus’ final cry, "It is finished"...

Palm Sunday: King Jesus & The Table that satisfies. It's that time of year again! We just celebrated Palm Sunday, that powerful day in the Christian calendar where we remember Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, but also the sobering reality of what was to come only a few days later. This Sunday at Trinity Church Owen Sound, we were reminded that following Jesus isn't about maintai...

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As we journey through Lent toward the cross, the Holy Spirit invites us to something much deeper than simple behavior modification. In this episode, we explore the stark contrast between how the world perceives us and how God sees us, drawing from the anointing of David in 1 Samuel 16 and the call to walk in light in Ephesians 5 . The Heart Over Image: Why God bypassed the impressive Eliab to choo...

In our latest episode of the Trinity Church Owen Sound Podcast , we dove deep into the season of Lent and a question that might surprise you: How did Jesus actually prepare His disciples for the very first Easter? If you missed the episode, here’s a look at the "bigger plan" Jesus was unfolding—and how it applies to our lives today as we seek to be a vibrant community grounded in truth....

In this episode we hear from Peter Watt, a counsellor with Crossways to Life Ministry. He wraps up marriage month with an important message. 1) God can feel absent in the moment, but is often obvious in hindsight. In life there are seasons of darkness and pain, yet looking back reveals God’s presence woven through the whole story. 2. Redeeming marriages starts with one priority: Christ first. When...

"Marriage Under the Reign of Christ" Marriage isn't meant to be sustained by human strength alone - It requires a vertical connection with Christ rather than solely relying on our spouse horizontally. We look horizontally for what should come vertically - Many marriage struggles arise when we seek from our spouse what only Christ can provide: life, worth, security, and identity. The...

The Foundation of Marriage Marriage Requires a Foundation Beyond Ourselves Many couples enter marriage focused on their own needs and expectations ("me, me, me"), but lasting marriages require putting God at the center. When both partners say "God, God, God" instead of "you, you, you," transformation begins and the relationship can be built on solid rock rather than s...

In this episode we kick off Marriage Month, a yearly event that spans the month of February at Trinity Church. Richard and Carolyn discuss the important of loving God first in our lives as well as the importance of marriage both for families and the world at large.

True generosity begins not with what we give, but with what we’ve received. We can only live generously to the degree we understand God’s grace toward us. Like children who know they belong, we approach God not as distant strangers but as sons and daughters with full access to our Father. In Christ, the door is already open. Luke 19 reminds us of this through Zacchaeus. Before Zacchaeus repents, g...

What if everything you've been taught about those famous parables in Matthew 13 has been backwards? In this episode, we flip the script on the hidden treasure and the pearl of great price. You're not the merchant frantically searching and sacrificing everything for God—you're the treasure He joyfully sold everything to obtain. Discover how Christ is the true seeker in these stories, an...

Doug shares an encouraging review of the year 2025. As we look forward to this new year, we have one goal in mind: others. With Jesus as our lead.

Build on God's Truth, Not Human Effort:  Like tall buildings need deep foundations in rock, believers must anchor their lives in God's Word. Psalm 118:8 (the Bible's middle verse) says it's better to trust in the Lord than in people. True righteousness comes from trusting God, not our own works. Discern Which Voice You're Hearing:  Three voices compete for our attention - God&#...

Sowing and Reaping - Location Matters Most:  The principle of sowing and reaping isn't about karma, but about  where  we sow. Sowing to the flesh (even good deeds done in our own strength for approval or recognition) leads to weariness and corruption. Sowing to the Spirit (acting in dependence on God) produces eternal life and lasting fruit. The Flesh vs. Surrender:  The Christian life operate...

1. Restore Others with Gentleness, Not Judgment. Jesus' posture toward the woman caught in adultery shows us how to respond when someone falls into sin. We are called to restore, not repair or fix people. Gentleness is strength under control—meekness that walks alongside others rather than crushing them with condemnation. Grace refuses to abandon the sinner. 2. Bear One Another's Burdens T...

Remembrance Day Reflection The service opened with personal stories of sacrifice, including the speaker's family members who served in World War II. The message emphasized that freedom came at a cost, and as Christians, we should use that freedom to declare Christ's love to a dying world. Featured Guest:  Wilma shared her 27+ years of involvement with Operation Christmas Child (Samaritan&#...

Build Your Foundation on God's Truth:  Just as the world's tallest buildings require deep foundations anchored in rock, believers must build their lives on the solid foundation of God's Word. The middle verse of the Bible (Psalm 118:8) declares: "It is better to take refuge in the Lord than to trust in people." Righteousness comes from trusting in God, not our own efforts. Li...

Crucified with Christ - A Finished Work:  When you believed in Jesus, you were placed into His death and resurrection. Your old self was already crucified with Him - this is past tense, accomplished. You belong to Him now, welcomed into His family. You don't imitate Jesus through effort; you appropriate His life by believing what He's done. Stop Pushing, Start Driving:  Appropriating Chris...

Two Ways of Living:  People live either in Adam (unable not to sin) or in Christ (able not to sin through the Spirit's power). Works vs. Fruit:  Works of the flesh are self-produced efforts; fruit of the Spirit is produced by God in believers who abide in Christ. Four Categories of Fleshly Works:  Sensual sins, false religion, interpersonal conflicts, and indulgence. Counterfeits of the Spirit:  E...

Works of the Flesh vs. Fruit of the Spirit:  Paul presents two contrasting ways of living - the works of the flesh (sexual immorality, idolatry, strife, envy, etc.) and the fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, etc.). States of Man - Ability to Sin:  Before the fall, Adam could sin or not sin; after the fall, humanity was not able to not sin. When we become Christians, we are...

Identity in Christ:  This message emphasizes that believers have only one nature - the new nature in Christ. The old sinful nature has been crucified with Christ and is dead, not merely dormant or fighting against the new nature. Sin as an External Enemy:  Sin is primarily presented as a noun (an entity with evil intent) rather than just actions we commit. It works through our flesh to tempt us wi...