Truism

Truism

Welcome to the podcast where life’s moments meet timeless truths! Here, we explore the quirks, insights, and lightbulb moments that reveal God’s presence. From scripture to daily life, our casual, fun, and honest chats blend humor with depth to uncover the profound truths shaping our faith. Whether you’re seeking clarity, inspiration, or a good laugh, this podcast reminds you that God’s wisdom is often found in the ordinary. Grab a coffee, tune in, and let’s celebrate the beauty of God’s work in everyday life!

  1. Oct 6

    Common Level - S2 E13

    Is doing the minimum the same as living from the heart? James, Jorge, and Manny explore what it means to live above the common level: moving beyond a checklist of obligations toward love, surrender, and the character of Christ. After an Off Topic On Topic conversation about the things we go overboard on, the hosts turn to the rich young ruler, the Good Samaritan, and Jesus' command to love our enemies. They discuss why grace makes transformation possible, how our motives shape our actions, and why spiritual maturity leads to humility and service. The question running through it all is simple: What would love require of me? Chapters 00:00 Beyond the bare minimum 00:55 Off Topic On Topic 06:00 Would you rather receive the minimum? 09:27 What does love require? 12:29 The rich young ruler and the heart 16:35 The Good Samaritan and making time 23:58 Loving your enemies 28:12 The law defines the line 31:02 Grace makes transformation possible 34:04 Love examines our motives 36:32 The mind of Christ and humility 39:29 The letter and the Spirit 41:07 Appearance and the inner life 43:44 Living from a transformed heart 45:08 A question for reflection 45:32 Amen

    Common Level - S2 E13

  2. Sep 22

    Famous Last Words - S2 E12

    What will your last words reveal about the way you lived? James, Jorge, and Manny begin with some memorable—and sometimes questionable—last-word stories before turning to family, priorities, and finishing faithfully. A round of tombstone epitaphs leads into a personal remembrance of James’s dad, an honest conversation about the cost of career success, and the biblical words of Jesus, Stephen, David, and Paul. The question isn’t just what you will say at the end. It’s what your everyday choices are saying now. Chapters 00:00 Famous last words: the cold open 01:48 Welcome back and remembering Dad 03:15 Off Topic / On Topic: your tombstone 05:52 Why last words carry weight 07:39 The alleged Sam Walton story and the cost of success 12:13 When good things replace first things 14:47 Jesus and Stephen: finishing and forgiving 16:21 David: remembering God’s faithfulness 18:16 Paul: fought, finished, kept 19:50 Your daily choices are writing your last words 22:43 What would heaven say about your life? 23:54 Amen Scripture discussed John 19:30 — “It is finished.” Acts 7:60 — Stephen’s prayer for those killing him. 2 Samuel 23:1–5 — David’s final recorded words and God’s everlasting covenant. 2 Timothy 4:6–7 — Paul’s departure, the good fight, the finished course, and faith kept. A question to carry with you If your daily choices are writing your last words, what are you saying yes to—and what needs a different answer this week? Truism — Rightly So Said Hosts: James, Jorge, and Manny

    Famous Last Words - S2 E12

  3. Sep 8

    Talking Donkeys & Selective Submission - S2 E10

    Sometimes the thing slowing you down isn’t standing in your way — it may be saving you from something you can’t see. In this episode of Truism, the guys dig into the strange but powerful story of Balaam and his talking donkey in Numbers 22. Balaam was a man who could hear from God, yet he became so determined to move in the direction he wanted that his donkey could see the danger before he could. What looked like stubbornness was actually protection. What felt like an inconvenience was mercy. That raises a much more personal question: How do we respond when someone pushes back on us, corrects us, questions our plans, or tells us something we don’t want to hear? From friends and spouses to pastors, leaders, and trusted voices, God can use unexpected people to expose something we’re missing. The conversation explores the danger of selective submission, the difference between seeking God’s direction and merely seeking His permission, and why correction doesn’t always feel like protection while it’s happening. And yes… before they get there, there are donkey impressions, kangaroos with Australian accents, and a surprisingly difficult discussion about how to pronounce Balaam. Because apparently even the donkey knew what was going on before they did. The big takeaway: Not everyone who hurts you is harming you. Sometimes the uncomfortable conversation, closed door, unexpected resistance, or faithful wound of a friend is God’s mercy keeping you from walking straight into something you cannot yet see. Numbers 22:12, 21–33 — Balaam, the donkey, and the angel of the LordProverbs 27:6 — “Faithful are the wounds of a friend”Psalm 141:5 — Receiving the correction of the righteous as kindnessProverbs 11:14 — Safety in a multitude of counselorsProverbs 19:20 — Hearing counsel and receiving instructionHebrews 13:17 — Leaders who watch for your soulEcclesiastes 7:5 — The rebuke of the wiseJeremiah 17:9 — The deceitfulness of the heart1 Corinthians 1:27 — God using foolish things to confound the wise

    Talking Donkeys & Selective Submission - S2 E10

  4. Jul 14

    Faithfulness vs Visibility - S2 E11

    Everyone wants to make an impact. We want our work to matter. We want to know that what we're doing is making a difference. But what happens when nobody notices? In this episode of Truism, James, Jorge, and Manny explore one of the greatest tensions in the Christian life: being faithful when no one is watching. From David returning to the sheep after being anointed king, to Jesus stepping away from growing crowds to pray, Scripture consistently reminds us that God develops character long before He gives a platform. The world rewards visibility. God rewards faithfulness. You'll discover why Jesus warned against doing good just to be seen, why Saul lost a kingdom chasing people's approval, and why David gained one by pursuing God's heart instead. Most of the work God values happens quietly—in prayer closets, faithful marriages, ordinary obedience, unseen acts of service, and daily consistency. Those moments may never receive applause on earth, but Heaven never overlooks them. Sometimes the greatest victories are the disasters that never happened because someone quietly stayed faithful. In this episode Why visibility isn't the same as significanceThe danger of needing recognitionDavid's hidden years before the throneWhy Jesus walked away from growing crowdsSaul's search for approval versus David's pursuit of GodWhy faithfulness is often invisibleHow God measures success differently than people Key Scriptures Matthew 6:1-41 Samuel 16:7, 12-13Luke 5:15-16Galatians 1:10Luke 16:10Hebrews 6:10Acts 13:22

    Faithfulness vs Visibility - S2 E11

  5. Jun 30

    The Parts We Overlook - S2 E9

    What if the verses you've been skipping contain some of the Bible's greatest treasures? Most of us read past the headings, genealogies, and unfamiliar names without giving them a second thought. But what if those overlooked details are hiding incredible stories, fulfilled prophecy, and reminders of God's redemption? In this episode of Truism, James, Jorge, and Manny slow down and explore the often-ignored parts of Scripture. They discover how the title above Psalm 22 reveals Jesus wasn't simply crying out from the cross—He was pointing everyone to a familiar song that ends in victory. They unpack the surprising meanings behind biblical names like Benjamin, Ichabod, and Jabez, showing how names often tell stories of pain, hope, and transformation. Then they stumble across one of the most fascinating verses tucked away inside a genealogy—a single sentence mentioning Pharaoh's daughter among the lineage of Judah. It's the kind of verse most readers would never notice... but once you do, you'll never read genealogies the same way again. Sometimes the greatest discoveries in Scripture aren't found in the verses we highlight—they're found in the ones we almost skipped. Why the headings above the Psalms actually matterThe hidden significance of Psalm 22 and "The Doe of the Dawn"How Jesus pointed listeners to an entire song from the crossThe powerful stories hidden inside biblical namesWhy genealogies deserve a second lookHow slowing down changes the way we read God's WordKey Scriptures Psalm 221 Chronicles 4Genesis 35:181 Samuel 4:211 Chronicles 4:9-10Question for the audience: What's a verse or Bible detail that completely changed your understanding once you slowed down and really studied it?

    The Parts We Overlook - S2 E9

  6. Apr 14

    The Way He Calls... S2 E8

    What does it really mean to be "called"? Most of us picture a booming voice from heaven or a burning-bush moment — but what if your calling already showed up and you didn't recognize it? James, Jorge, and Manny walk through five distinct ways Jesus called people in the Gospels and why the real question isn't whether you've been called, but whether you're responding. The Five Ways Jesus Called People Directly — "Follow me." No buildup, no explanation.Relationally — Philip told Nathanael, "Come and see."Confrontationally — The rich young ruler was told what he lacked.Compassionately — Mercy first, then direction.Experientially — Peter saw the miracle and fell to his knees.Key TakeawayCalling isn't reserved for the pulpit. Not everyone is called to the same function — some followed Jesus, others were sent back home to testify. Peter's calling wasn't one moment but a process: introduction → conviction → commitment → failure → restoration → purpose. Many are called, few are chosen — and the difference is your response.

    The Way He Calls... S2 E8

  7. Mar 31

    They're Thriving, I'm Tithing - S2 E7

    Why does it feel like everyone else is getting ahead… while you’re just trying to stay faithful? In this episode, we dive into the tension between what we see and what God is doing behind the scenes. It’s easy to look around and feel like others are thriving—winning, growing, gaining—while you’re quietly giving, sacrificing, and staying consistent. But what if faithfulness is the real foundation of blessing? We explore: The danger of comparison in a highlight-driven worldWhy obedience doesn’t always look impressive at firstThe difference between visible success and spiritual stabilityHow God measures faithfulness vs. how we measure “thriving”Why staying consistent in the unseen matters more than we realizeSometimes it’s not about keeping up—it’s about staying committed. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, behind, or just… tired of doing the right thing without seeing results—this conversation is for you.

  8. Mar 17

    Known or Safe: The tension between vulnerability, honesty, and real connection. S2 E6

    Why do we often hide the very things that could lead to real connection? In this episode of Truism, the conversation explores the tension between being safe and being known. Many of us want deep relationships, real love, and authentic community. But those things require something risky: honesty. James and Manny talk about why people hide, why vulnerability feels dangerous, and why true transformation begins when hiding ends. They explore the idea that intimacy cannot exist without revelation and that the desire to be loved must eventually confront the fear of being fully known. The discussion also touches on how honesty unlocks growth, healing, and real relationships. When we stop concealing and start revealing, we create the conditions where love, trust, and transformation can actually happen. Because the truth is simple: You cannot be deeply loved if you are never deeply known.

    Known or Safe: The tension between vulnerability, honesty, and real connection. S2 E6
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Welcome to the podcast where life’s moments meet timeless truths! Here, we explore the quirks, insights, and lightbulb moments that reveal God’s presence. From scripture to daily life, our casual, fun, and honest chats blend humor with depth to uncover the profound truths shaping our faith. Whether you’re seeking clarity, inspiration, or a good laugh, this podcast reminds you that God’s wisdom is often found in the ordinary. Grab a coffee, tune in, and let’s celebrate the beauty of God’s work in everyday life!

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  • Creator
    Truism
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    43
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Truism
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