The Holy Trinity Institute Podcast

What does it really mean to be human? In this episode of The Holy Trinity Institute Podcast, Malissa and David explore how Scripture’s story—creation, fall, redemption, and restoration—shapes our understanding of identity, dignity, and purpose. They reflect on how cultural narratives of autonomy contrast with the biblical vision of embodied image-bearers renewed in Christ, and consider how a gospel-centered view of humanity reshapes our relationships, work, and everyday discipleship.Inside this episode:What it means to be made in the image of God — embodied, dependent, and dignifiedHow modern culture’s vision of the “self” differs from Scripture’s story of humanityWhy sin distorts — but does not erase — our created worthHow redemption in Christ restores our identity and reshapes daily life and vocationHow a biblical vision of embodiment informs conversations around gender, sexuality, and human flourishingResources mentioned in this episode:⁠What God Has to Say about Our Bodies: How the Gospel Is Good News for Our Physical Selves by Sam AllberryMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/evening-kissesLicense code: ODESUSTTXDCE0SFF 

In this episode, David, Malissa, and Alyssa unpack the big picture of the Bible as one unified story that God is telling from beginning to end. Drawing on the Institute course, Genesis to Revelation, we explore how Scripture’s grand narrative — from creation and fall to redemption and restoration — reveals God’s redemptive purposes and shapes how we read the Bible as disciples today. Inside this episode:Why understanding the Bible as one story transforms how we read Scripture and follow JesusHow the grand narrative from Genesis to Revelation shapes our identity and missionKey resources and insights that help connect the dots across ScripturePractical ways to engage the whole biblical storyline in daily life and discipleshipResources mentioned in this episode:God's Big Picture: Tracing the Storyline of the Bible by Vaughn RobertsMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/pecan-pie/evening-kissesLicense code: ODESUSTTXDCE0SFF 

In this episode of The Holy Trinity Institute Podcast, hosts Malissa and David reflect on the 2025 Spring Semester course News Worth Sharing: Foundations and Practices of Evangelism. They explore what it means to understand and proclaim the good news of Jesus in a way that’s both faithful to Scripture and relevant to our culture. Drawing on the course content, the conversation highlights biblical foundations for evangelism, practical practices for sharing the gospel, and insights from personal experience that help listeners think about how Christians can be more confident and compassionate bearers of Christ’s message in everyday life. Inside this episode:The core biblical basis for evangelism and why it matters todayHow to think about news worth sharing in a world saturated with competing messagesPractical practices for listening, speaking, and living as witnesses to the gospelEncouragement and insights for engaging others with grace and truth in your community