After Thoughts with Martin Trumble

Martin Trumble
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  • Christianity
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Afterthoughts is a short, reflective podcast where Martin shares weekly 5–15 minute insights from what he's learning in God’s Word, sermons, Bible study, and life experiences. Plus everyday Christians sharing their stories of coming to faith in Christ. Grow in Scripture, faith, and spiritual discernment—one episode at a time.

Episodes

  1. 11/29/2025

    Why I Don't Assume Someone Is Saved

    Don’t assume someone is saved just because they say they’re a Christian.In this episode, I explore why so many people grow up believing they’re followers of Jesus without ever hearing the true Gospel.A challenging episode for anyone in ministry, discipleship, or leadership.

  2. 11/22/2025

    How God Saved Me | Micheal Trumble

    Today I sat down with my younger brother to hear his story of grace. How God brought him to repentance, and then salvation.

  3. 10/31/2025

    How God Saved Me | Caleb Larson

    Today I sat down with a friend to talk about how he went from a cultural Christian — someone who believed in God but didn’t really know Him — to someone who genuinely met Jesus and began walking with Him. We talk about the moment things became real, how God changed his heart, and what it looks like to move from religion to relationship. If you’ve ever felt like you were “around faith” but not alive in Christ, this story will encourage you.

  4. 10/17/2025

    The Key To Getting Good Advice

    How do you start getting good advice—and actually recognize it when you hear it? In this episode, Martin reflects on the importance of slowing down, taking life one day at a time, and trusting God in the process. With insights from Matthew 6:25 and Proverbs 12:17, you’ll learn practical ways to find peace, grow in wisdom, and live faithfully today.

  5. 10/03/2025

    Thinking To Broadly Can Paralyze You

    Do you ever feel exhausted trying to live the Christian life? Maybe you’re overwhelmed, burned out, or constantly overthinking what the next 50 years of your life will look like. In this episode of Afterthoughts, Martin shares why that kind of long-term pressure can actually keep us from walking with Christ—and why the answer is learning to follow Jesus one day at a time. We’ll also dive into Philippians 1:9–10, where Paul prays that believers’ love would grow in knowledge and discernment. This prayer reveals that real Christian love doesn’t lead to confusion or blind tolerance but to wisdom, clarity, and spiritual strength—so different from the way culture defines love. If you’ve ever felt weary, stuck, or spiritually drained from trying to do it all, this reflection will encourage you to reset, breathe, and rediscover the simplicity of daily faith. 🔗 Share this with a friend who feels worn out in their walk with Christ.👉 Follow Afterthoughts for short, weekly reflections to refresh your faith and help you stay rooted in Jesus.

  6. 10/02/2025 ·  Bonus

    QUICK UPDATE

    In this episode, I talk about what I have in mind for the future of the show.

  7. 02/26/2025

    “Don’t associate with them” — Doesn’t that contradict the Gospel?

    Church discipline is often misunderstood, but when practiced biblically, it actually reinforces the gospel rather than contradicting it. In this episode, we explore why church discipline matters, how to navigate the difficult conversations involved, and the importance of providing clarity over condemnation. We’ll discuss how a well-communicated process creates a clear path to restoration, ensuring that correction is rooted in love and aimed at reconciliation. Disclaimer: We’re the first to admit we haven’t always navigated this process perfectly. In this episode, we take a Bible study approach to examine the standard that Scripture sets and explore the reasoning behind it.

  8. 02/19/2025

    Are they actually following Jesus- or just wearing a label?

    So many people claim to follow Jesus, but their lives don’t show it. How do we challenge friends who think they’re saved but aren’t truly living for Him? In this episode, we break down: ✅ The difference between believing in Jesus vs. following Him ✅ Signs of false faith vs. true salvation ✅ How to have tough but loving conversations If you’ve ever wondered, “Is my friend really following Jesus?”—this is for you. 🎧 Listen now!

  9. 01/05/2025

    The Truth About Predestination

    Ever wondered what predestination really means? In this episode, we break down the concept in simple, relatable terms, separating myths from truth. Whether you’re curious, skeptical, or searching for clarity, this is the conversation you’ve been waiting for.

  10. 01/29/2024

    Ask Without Doubting | Am I Double-Minded?

    "But he must ask in faith without any doubting, for the one who doubts is like the surf of the sea, driven and tossed by the wind." James 1:6 Group discussion on the point of these verses in James. Jason P | Caleb B | Adrian T | Martin T

  11. 01/22/2024 ·  Bonus

    Jesus' Final Words To The Religious Leaders #2 | Message by Jason Pettys

    From the Chapel, one of four messages given at a youth retreat. Luke 20 Jason Pettys

  12. 01/15/2024

    If They’re In Sin, Don’t Hangout? | ‘Christians’ In Sin.

    "I meant that you are not to associate with anyone who claims to be a believer yet indulges in sexual sin, or is greedy, or worships idols, or is abusive, or is a drunkard, or cheats people. Don’t even eat with such people." -1 Corinthians 5:11. What does this passage mean, and how far do we take it within our relationships today? Caleb B | Jason P | Adrian T | Martin T

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Afterthoughts is a short, reflective podcast where Martin shares weekly 5–15 minute insights from what he's learning in God’s Word, sermons, Bible study, and life experiences. Plus everyday Christians sharing their stories of coming to faith in Christ. Grow in Scripture, faith, and spiritual discernment—one episode at a time.

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