Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble
Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble
Podcast Description
Hi this is Bishop Julius C Trimble.
I have a mission “to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential” - in short, to be encouraged.
I get encouraged when I hear stories of good news. It could be a gospel story like Jesus encouraging Zacchaeus about going to his house or one of our United Methodist Churches serving the needs of the homeless in their community or even the laughter of my own granddaughter.
I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality and state of the United Methodist Church.
I also think we rise to our highest potential when we listen and learn from others. I love to talk with be encouraged by having conversations with insightful experts who help make me better.
These are challenging times in our world and in our United Methodist Church to be sure and those matters need to be addressed. I just think we can talk about everything in the light of the overwhelming love of Jesus Christ and that is encouraging indeed.
So let’s talk.
Please let me encourage you to join me on my podcast.
Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C Trimble.
You can find Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C Timble on Apple Podcasts and the other podcast directories.
This the place to where together we can accomplish the mission “to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to they highest potential” So please listen in and encourage others to join us.
God loves you and so do I and there’s nothing you can do about it.
See you soon on Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble.
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The podcast explores a range of topics including faith, theology, social justice, environmental stewardship, community engagement, and political issues, focusing on uplifting stories and advice on facing contemporary challenges with hope and love.
Hi this is Bishop Julius C Trimble.
I have a mission “to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to their highest potential” – in short, to be encouraged.
I get encouraged when I hear stories of good news. It could be a gospel story like Jesus encouraging Zacchaeus about going to his house or one of our United Methodist Churches serving the needs of the homeless in their community or even the laughter of my own granddaughter.
I am compelled by Jesus to share with you an encouraging word or two about Jesus, theology, the bible, the pandemic, the environment, racism, voting rights, human sexuality and state of the United Methodist Church.
I also think we rise to our highest potential when we listen and learn from others. I love to talk with be encouraged by having conversations with insightful experts who help make me better.
These are challenging times in our world and in our United Methodist Church to be sure and those matters need to be addressed. I just think we can talk about everything in the light of the overwhelming love of Jesus Christ and that is encouraging indeed.
So let’s talk.
Please let me encourage you to join me on my podcast.
Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C Trimble.
You can find Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C Timble on Apple Podcasts and the other podcast directories.
This the place to where together we can accomplish the mission “to encourage all people with the love of Jesus Christ to rise to they highest potential” So please listen in and encourage others to join us.
God loves you and so do I and there’s nothing you can do about it.
See you soon on Be Encouraged with Bishop Julius C. Trimble.
In this uplifting episode of To Be Encouraged, Reverend Dr. Brad Miller and Bishop Julius C. Trimble tackle the question: Is hope in short supply? In a world increasingly marked by uncertainty and discouragement, they explore the essential role of hope and its power to transform not just individual lives but entire communities. Drawing from their faith, personal stories, and even Hollywood, the hosts deliver practical insights and encouragement for listeners grappling with despair or looking to rekindle their own hope.
Three Key Takeaways
1. Hope Is More Essential Than We Realize
Reverend Dr. Brad Miller and Bishop Julius C. Trimble discuss how hope is just as vital for survival as food, water, and air. Drawing on historical examples—such as survivors of concentration camps and catastrophes—they argue that when people lose hope, they often lose the will to live. Bishop Julius C. Trimble references theologian Jürgen Moltmann’s “theology of hope,” reminding us that hope is not passive anticipation but active faith in the future, both for ultimate fulfillment and for real, tangible improvement in the present. (03:03)
2. Hope Is Built Together—in Community
Building and maintaining community is central to manifesting hope. Bishop Julius C. Trimble shares insights from tragedies such as the 1995 Chicago heatwave, where isolation led to unnecessary loss of life (07:02). Both hosts emphasize that engaging in good works, checking on others, and fostering genuine relationships are ways to keep hope alive, especially during difficult times. The local church and other organizations can play a critical role as “ambassadors of hope,” making a real difference by reaching out to the lonely and discouraged. (08:24)
3. Encouragement and Faith Are Sources of Enduring Hope
The episode ends with encouragement from both scripture and popular culture. Quoting The Shawshank Redemption, Bishop Julius C. Trimble reminds listeners: “Hope is a good thing, maybe the best of things. And no good thing ever dies.” (12:43) He shares his mission: to encourage all people with the love of Christ to rise to their highest potential, emphasizing that hope, grounded in God’s love and justice, empowers us to face difficulties and support each other.
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