The Trinity Community Church Podcast

Courageous || Moving Beyond Your Comfort Zone

Faith was never meant to be lived safely from the sidelines. In this closing message of the Courageous series, Pastor TJ challenges us to move past bare-minimum faith and step boldly into the places God calls us—even when it feels uncomfortable.
Looking at the life of Joshua, we see that courage begins with God’s invitation to join His mission, grows through His instructions found in His Word, and is sustained by His inspiration—the assurance that He is with us wherever we go. Along the way, Pastor TJ reminds us that the Christian life is not about staying comfortable but about living with purpose, saying yes to God’s call, and trusting Him to work through our obedience.
With stories of risk, faith, and God’s faithfulness, this message invites us to consider what steps He may be asking us to take right now.
Listen today and discover what happens when you trade comfort for calling and let God use you in extraordinary ways.

Courageous || When Things Don't Make Sense

Life rarely unfolds the way we expect—and sometimes God’s plans seem anything but logical. In this week’s message, TJ Loverde reminds us that true courage isn’t about having all the answers, but about trusting the One who does.
Through humor, Scripture, and personal testimony, this message explores how we can remain steadfast when life feels confusing. Listeners will discover:
Biblical examples of courageous faith – from Noah building an ark before rain had ever fallen to Abraham waiting decades for God’s promise to be fulfilled.
The power of perspective – how our disappointments can become God’s redirection, leading us toward unexpected blessings like adoption and new purpose.
Practical steps for courage – leaning on the Holy Spirit, anchoring in God’s Word, pursuing peace through prayer, and taking one faithful step at a time.
With stories of waiting, surrender, and surprising fulfillment, this message calls us to courage even when the path doesn’t make sense.
Listen now and find strength to keep walking forward, trusting the God who sees the bigger picture.

Courageous || Bold Steps

Some of the most life-changing moments come when we’re willing to step out of the harbor and into the deep. In this week’s message, Pastor TJ calls us to move beyond safe, predictable faith and embrace the courageous life God designed for us—a life that requires trust, risk, and bold steps into the unknown.
Together we’ll discover:
Faith was never meant to be safe – following Jesus requires steps into uncertainty, where courage is not optional but essential.
God is both compass and companion – He doesn’t just point us toward a destination, He walks the journey with us, shaping us along the way.
The rewards of courageous faith – when we say yes, we experience belonging as children of God, blessing in every season, and transformation as He prunes and shapes us for His purpose.
With stories of family, faith, and real-life moments of stepping into risk, this message challenges us to stop settling for safe religion and start living the kind of faith that moves mountains.
Listen now and take your first bold step toward the life God has been calling you into.

Vision Weekend || Refocusing for What’s Ahead

Every season brings new opportunities to see life with fresh eyes—but only when we choose to focus on the right things. In this Vision Weekend message, Pastor Alex challenges us to examine how we see God, the church, and ourselves, reminding us that without clear vision we can lose direction, but with it, we can walk confidently into all that God has for us.
In this episode, you’ll discover:
The power of perspective – how our perception shapes our vision and why it’s vital to see God, His Word, and His church clearly.
The heart of our vision at TCC – love is our anthem, we grow in faith together, and we share our stories so others can encounter Jesus.
The call to realignment – why we must lay down personal kingdoms, refocus our gaze on God’s Kingdom, and allow Him to use our time, gifts, and testimonies to impact others.
Through Scripture, stories, and practical steps, this message invites us to refocus and move forward together as a family of faith.
Listen now and step into a clearer vision for your life and for the Kingdom.

Kingdom Come || The Talents

Some things aren’t meant to sit in the garage polished and unused—they’re meant to be taken out on the road. In this week’s message, Pastor TJ closes our summer series on the Kingdom with a challenging look at the parable of the talents, reminding us that our faith was never designed to be hidden away but invested, expanded, and lived out.
Together we learn:
The roots of the Kingdom are people – the church isn’t a building but living stones God places together to form His house.
The Kingdom comes with requirements – God calls us to invest our time, talent, and treasure in ways that build His Kingdom and serve others.
The Kingdom carries responsibility – one day we will give an account for what we’ve done with what He entrusted to us, and the measure will be how our lives have impacted others for Christ.
Through stories, Scripture, and a heartfelt call to action, this message challenges us to move beyond self-focus and step into the joy of saying yes to God’s plan.
Listen now and discover what happens when you place your whole life in His hands and let Him use you for His Kingdom.

Kingdom Come || The Banquet

Every invitation carries weight—but none more than the one God extends to each of us. This week, guest speaker Joe Bres shares his powerful testimony and unpacks Jesus’ parable of the great banquet, reminding us that the kingdom of God is a feast prepared for all who are willing to say yes.
In this message, we discover:
God’s provision – His invitation to the banquet is open to all, offering grace, forgiveness, and a place at His table.
Obstacles and excuses – Possessions, careers, or even family can become distractions that keep us from responding to God’s call.
The need for growth – Following Jesus requires tending the soil of our hearts, exercising spiritual discipline, and stepping into a life that continually reflects Him.
With humor, honesty, and biblical truth, Joe calls us to recognize the urgency of God’s invitation and to lay aside whatever keeps us from fully embracing it.
Listen now and take your seat at the table prepared for you.

One Day to Feed the World: Living Beyond Ourselves

What if one day of your life could change someone else’s every day? This week, we continue our partnership with Convoy of Hope’s One Day to Feed the World—a movement that reminds us the kingdom of God calls us not to store up blessings for ourselves, but to become rivers of generosity that flow outward to those in need.
In this episode, guest speaker Jack Risner shares powerful stories of compassion, challenges us to move from words to action, and reveals how God uses ordinary obedience to bring extraordinary impact. Together we explore:
Equal sacrifice, not equal giving – the invitation to give one day’s wage to feed, empower, and restore lives around the world.
The heart of the Shepherd – how God calls His people to walk with the broken, defend the vulnerable, and reflect His love in practical ways.
Doing the next kind thing – how generosity begins not with grand gestures, but with daily choices to listen and respond to the Holy Spirit’s leading.
From global impact to local stories of transformation, this message challenges us to see giving not as loss, but as participation in God’s redemptive work.
Listen now and discover how one day of generosity can ripple into a lifetime of hope for someone else.

Kingdom Come || The Growing Seed

Every life tells the story of seeds—some planted long ago, others sown in the quiet moments of today—that will shape the harvest of tomorrow. In this week’s message, Pastor Debbie invites us to reflect deeply on what’s been planted in us and what we are planting in the lives of others, reminding us that everything grows from a seed, whether healthy or harmful.
Drawing from the parable of the growing seed in Mark 4:26–29, she unpacks two essential truths:
What you scatter matters – Every word, action, and choice plants something in the soil of another’s life. The question is whether it aligns with God’s truth or allows weeds to take root.
Tend the soil of your heart – Healthy soil fosters healthy growth. Partnering with the Holy Spirit, we can identify and uproot seeds of untruth, replace them with God’s promises, and cultivate an environment where His Word thrives.
Through generational stories, practical illustrations, and personal testimony, this message challenges us to own our influence, guard our hearts, and sow intentionally into the people and generations around us.
Listen now and discover how the seeds you plant today can bear life-giving fruit for years to come.

Kingdom Come | Leavened

Some transformations happen quietly—rising slowly beneath the surface, but reshaping everything. In this week’s message, Pastor Jerry brings warmth, depth, and humor to a powerful parable of Jesus: the kingdom of heaven is like yeast that works its way through dough until every part is changed.
Unpacking this brief but rich illustration, the message reveals two central truths:
We must be leavened – God’s Spirit wants to permeate every part of our lives, not just the public or polished ones. But it requires surrender—real transformation means releasing control and allowing God to shape us completely.
We are called to be leaven – Once transformed, we are sent out to bring kingdom change into the world around us—not through force or fame, but through consistent, faithful presence, wherever we’ve been placed.
From ancient bread-making to spiritual growth, Pastor Jerry reminds us that lasting influence takes time—and that our willingness to yield to God’s timing and trust His work is what truly multiplies impact.
Listen now and discover how your ordinary, obedient life can carry extraordinary weight in God’s hands.

Kingdom Come || The Yeast

Sometimes the smallest things hold the greatest power. In this week’s message, Pastor TJ takes us into Jesus’ parable of the mustard seed to reveal how the kingdom of God begins in ways that seem insignificant but grows into something far greater than we could ever imagine.
Through this teaching, we explore the nature of the kingdom and discover:
Small steps matter – The kingdom often begins with a single decision of faith, a moment of trust that seems small but has eternal impact.
Expansion is built into the kingdom – Like a seed that becomes a tree, God’s kingdom is designed to grow in us and through us when we make room for Him.
Focus determines growth – Whatever we water in our lives will flourish; when we nurture faith instead of fear, the fruit of God’s kingdom takes root.
With stories from Scripture, practical moments from everyday life, and a challenge to shift our focus outward, this message calls us to take even the smallest step and watch God grow something extraordinary.
Listen now and learn how the smallest measure of faith can open the way for God’s expanding kingdom in your life.