We all need a silver lining in the midst of a dark time.  I'm talking about some of my favorites from this COVID-19 pandemic, including: trends in podcasting, prayer, and spiritual awakening... the rise of my own anxiety and what I've learned about my faith...  the increased compassion for the homebound, imprisoned, and minorites.  Also, my favorite blooper from the office was talked about on John Krasinski's new YouTube show.  It's time stamped in the link below.  Michael & Jim's Funniest Blooper Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org  

Steve Cuss joins us with an extremely helpful perspective and practical insights into identifying some of the sources of our anxiety.  Because they often come in similar patterns, it gives us the power to recognize them and work through them, especially in light of the Gospel.  Steve is a pastor of a church near Denver Colorado, and has a book on leadership I highly recommend. Steve's Book: Managing Leadership Anxiety Steve's Social Media: Twitter Instagram   Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

Anxiety has very obvious and predictable patterns.  Once you understand them, you'll be able to more easily recognize when anxiety is driving your life or the culture around you.  Dr. Greg Mitchell is one of my closest friends and mentors and now you get to benefit from his amazing wisdom.  Of all the episodes on my channel... THIS IS A MUST LISTEN. Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

Have you ever wondered where anxiety begins?  I take a look through the lens of biblical theology and psychology to trace the idea of anxiety into something we can all relate to.   Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org      

The term anxiety is one that is used so widely and broadly it can almost become a place holder for just about any negative emotion or experience.  It makes an important topic very convoluted and confusing.  I have found incredible insight and wisdom from Family Systems Theory, otherwise known as Bowen Theory, which offers a great perspective on the idea of anxiety and its role in our lives.  Although this is a secular psychological theory, I have found that it articulates some things really well that align with my Christian theology.    Books I mentioned for further reading: Failure of Nerve by Edwin Friedman Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

While this moment is filled with restrictions and uncertainty I have made a dramatic return to this podcast to offer my thoughts and conversations to help navigate these waters of anxiety with a perspective of faith and hope. Stay tuned for frequent episodes each week to help encourage you walk with you through this time. GRACE + PEACE

Neli Atiga has experienced life and church on levesl of diversity that few will.  Bringing his musical background and unique cultural upbringing to the realm of leadership in the church, he has invaluable contributions to worship culture and how to do so in increasingly diverse environments.  Whether you are a worship leader or just a worshiper, this conversation is needed in our modern and pluralistic contexts. Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

When Norman Nakanishi was confronted with either attending a porn festival or failing a college course, Norman Nakanishi had a difficult decision to make.  It was a moment that marked his life and set his life and has shaped his relationship with Jesus and his leadership ever since.  Norman is now the Senior Pastor of Grace Bible Church on Oahu.  They have planted multiple churches and congregations around the Island, mainland and oversees.   Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

It was the Fall of 1998 and I was just vacuuming my dorm room in peace.  I had no idea that the knock I heard on the door was about to forever change my life and eternity.  Join me for this trip down memory lane with one of the most important people in my life, Tory Campbell, and hear the encouraging story of what happens when a little bit of faith and boldness steps out to see what God might do.     Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org    

Ep #18: What do you do with doctrinal disagreements within the church?  How do you handle the controversial issues of our day?  The 4 D's represent things that we are willing to "Die for, Divide for, Debate for, and Decide for."  Dr. Gerry Breshears has been an academic advisor and personal mentor to my life, and his presence within the body of Christ crosses all kinds of boundaries that few people are able to do.  His wisdom and spirit of humility and unity is worth learning from.     Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

Ep. #17: Healthy culture never just happens and Clayton Bell has always been a helpful and humorous conversation partner around this topic.  You'll enjoy getting to know this great leader of Trinity New Life Church.   For those interested: here's the link to see the hotel Clayton and I spoke of in Orlando.  It has housed several leadership meetings and stolen our masculinity in the process.  The purple castle Clayton's church: Trinity New Life Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

2018 was a year filled with all kinds of crazy things.  This was the first full year of this podcast.  Thanks to everyone for listening and for all the encouraging feedback!  Lots of great things coming next year so stay tuned.....  Today I'm joined by my good friend Adrian Crawford to digest this year and some of the interesting happenings.  We'll be discussing the Royal wedding, South Korea's dog meat industry, Thanos eliminating half the population, our political polarity, Fortnite, and Chance the Rapper... Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org   Follow Adrian: Facebook: Adrian Crawford Instagram: @adriancrawford5 Twitter: @adriancrawford Adrian's Website and New Rules Podcast

Tim Mackie is a resident of Portland, Oregon and has his PhD in Hebrew.  He is also one of the co creators of the Bible Project.  They have develop short animated videos that explore all kinds of topics related to the books and themes of the Bible.  Tim's background and story is as unlikely as it is amazing.   Check out all the amazing resources at The Bible Project.   Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

It's been said that a little bit of science will lead you away from God, but a lot of science will bring you right back.  That's certaily been true of the Journey for Dr. Brian Miller.  With a PhD in physics from Duke University and his undergrad at MIT, his passion for science has been exposed to some of the brightest minds in the world.  After losing his faith early in his studies, he found that the deeper he studied the more it brought him back to the plausibility of God.  Not only does he find compelling evidence for God through scientific study, but he does so with a level of intelligence and honesty that is rare to find. Find more info and tons of resouces at Discovery.org/ID Brian's Book Recommendations: Signature In The Cell Darwin's Doubt Undeniable Zombie Science   Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

Ep #13: We met over a haircut.  How does a pastor and his barber build a relationship that eventually leads to Jesus?  Well the ride was a little crazy at times, but it was never boring.  Garrett Vogler is a good friend of mine and his story of finding Jesus should encourage and challenge a lot of people out there.   Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

Ep. #11 There's no question that our world is only getting busier. More actiity, more information, mor stimulation.  With all of this one the rise, anxiety and burnout seem to be going right along with it.  My good friend Adam Mabry is the lead pastor of Alethia Church which has 3 locations anchored in Boston.  He leads a great church in the heart of a difficult area to do church.  He has his own personal journey with this topic and wrote an incredible book on it.  He stops by to talk about the art of rest and just how vital it is increasingly becoming in our world. Adam's New Book: The Art of Rest Adam's Twitter: @AdamMabry Adam's Facebook: @PastorAdamMabry   Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

Ep #10: Russ Austin and Phil Bonasso have been close friends for over 30 years.  They have seen a lot of highs and lows together, but there is an undeniable joy that is experience whenever you are around the two of them.  If you've ever wondered how to build friendships that both deepen your walk with God and stand the test of time, you need to hear these guys and their story. Pastor Russ's Teachings: South Point Community Church Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org

Ep #9: Jospeh Bonifacio oversees over 400 campus minsiters and 18,000 students in the Philipines.   The scale and magnitude that he works wouldn't necessarily lead you to think he'd be as humble and down to eart as he really is.  This conversation will range from all kinds of ministry experiences that he and i deal with in very different contexts but with very similar goals.   Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org   Follow Joseph: Instagram: @joesephbonifacio Twitter: @josephbonifacio Facebook: @josephbonifacio Joseph's Blog

Ep #8: Adrian Crawford comes back for his second guest appearance as we talk about Black Panther, The Greatest Showman, Wonder Woman, and this cultural moment at large.     Have a question or constructive compliment for Seth? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org   Follow Adrian: Facebook: Adrian Crawford Instagram: @adriancrawford5 Twitter: @adriancrawford Adrian's Website and New Rules Podcast

Ep #7: Steve Murrell is the President of Every Nation Churches, a worldwide family that is seeking to Honor God and establish Christ Centered, Spirit empowered, and socially responsbile churches and campus ministries in Every Nation.  He went on a mission trip to the Philippines in the early 80's and from that established a church that has grown to over 100,000 people and that has planted other churches all over the world.  He stops by the podcast to talk about his journey in leadership and ministry.  Steve's Books Wiki Church, 100 Years From Now, The Multiplication Challenge, My First, Second, & Third Attempts at Parenting Steve's Social Media Instagram: @wsmurrell Twitter: @smurrell Have a question or constructive compliment? You can email: sethtrimmer@gmail.com Twitter: @SethTrimmer Instagram: @SethTrimmer Facebook: Seth Trimmer Seth's Teachings: gracecitychurch.org