Trinity Community Church

Trinity Community Church - Knoxville, TN

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TCC exists to glorify God, follow Jesus, and make disciples. Loving God, and Loving People. Here, you can find sermons, audio of classes, and more. Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, we serve the greater East Tennessee region and internationally through our mission partners by equipping and severing our communities and ultimately directing people to Christ. Learn more at tccknox.com

Aug 23

Faith, Hope, Love - Faith As an Offering

In the Faith, Hope, Love series, Pastor Scott Wiens looks at Hebrews 11:4 and Genesis 4 to examine Abel’s offering and the faith that made it acceptable to God. This is not a message about God being picky over religious rituals; it is a searching look at the heart behind what we bring to Him. Abel’s sacrifice still speaks because it flowed from faith, while Cain’s offering reveals the danger of half-hearted worship, wrong motives, and resistance to correction. Scott walks through the major ways Christians have understood why God accepted Abel’s sacrifice and rejected Cain’s. Was Cain’s offering rejected because it was not a blood sacrifice? Was the issue that he brought from the end of his harvest rather than the firstfruits? Or was the deeper problem the heart behind the gift? Hebrews points us to the central answer: “By faith Abel offered to God a more acceptable sacrifice than Cain.” Abel’s outward offering was evidence of inward faith, while Cain’s anger exposed a heart unwilling to repent. From there, Scott connects Cain’s response to the New Testament warnings about “the way of Cain.” When correction comes, Cain does not humble himself before God; he becomes angry, jealous, and eventually violent. His story warns us what can happen when we refuse repentance, let sin crouch at the door, and protect the parts of our lives we do not want to surrender. Scott then brings Abel’s example into everyday Christian life by asking what it means for us to offer ourselves to God in faith. Romans 12 calls believers to present their bodies as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God. That means our faith is not limited to church attendance or religious moments; it touches our marriages, parenting, work, relationships, finances, service, and even how we respond when obedience costs us something. This message also addresses giving with faith rather than compulsion, trusting God with our physical treasures, and using the gifts He has given for the common good of the body of Christ. If you sense conviction over areas where you have held back, Scott closes with a simple path forward: repent, ask God for increased faith, and immerse yourself in His Word, because faith comes by hearing through the word of Christ. Watch or listen and consider where God is inviting you to bring Him your best in faith. We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more! Find us on Facebook & Instagram
Aug 19

Equipped To Stand - Session 10 - Patty Clemons

If prayer has ever felt like pressure, a script, or something you keep failing at, this conversation reframes it as something simpler and far more personal: communion with God. We talk through the Lord’s Prayer as a daily blueprint for “daily bread,” mercy, grace, and forgiveness, then get brutally honest about what happens when your mind spins up fear and the lies get loud. Sometimes all you can say is “Jesus” and we explore why that still counts as real Christian prayer. We also share stories that put skin on the theology: years of panic attacks, a terrifying moment behind the wheel, and the way Philippians 4:6 becomes a lifeline when anxiety is not theoretical. From there, we move into what prayer does to the heart over time, especially when it comes to forgiveness. One of the most gripping moments is a testimony of being abused as a child and later finding the strength through prayer to forgive a dying abuser and point him toward repentance and faith. The episode closes with practical rhythms for a daily prayer life: no breaks, morning and night humility, asking the Holy Spirit for help, and refusing to quit when things look worse before they get better. If you care about spiritual growth, emotional healing, Christian discipleship, and peace that passes understanding, this is a powerful listen. Subscribe, share this with a friend who needs hope, and leave a review with the one line that hit you hardest. We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more! Find us on Facebook & Instagram
Aug 12

Equipped To Stand - Session 9 - Matthew Atchley

A battle-ready Christian doesn’t just try to “be a good person” and hope for the best. Paul’s language in Ephesians 6 is blunt: we’re facing schemes, flaming darts, and spiritual pressure that targets our minds, our witness, and our courage. That’s why we slow down and take a hard look at the one piece of the armor of God that actually goes on the offense: the Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God. We connect Paul’s imagery to the Roman gladius, a short double-edged sword built for close combat, and we ask a practical question: what good is a sword you never train with? It’s easy to own a Bible, keep an app on your phone, and still feel stuck when temptation hits or when someone asks serious questions about Jesus. We share a real prison conversation that turned into a direct debate about who Jesus is, and why being able to open Scripture and speak clearly can change the whole moment. We also unpack the difference between logos and rhema, and why “a rhema word” is usually the Holy Spirit bringing to life what we’ve already studied and stored. If we want Scripture to come out naturally under pressure, we have to put it in intentionally. We end with a challenge that’s both honest and hopeful: drop the shame, reject condemnation, repent where your heart has grown cold, and get back into the Word so you’re ready for the Great Commission in everyday life. Subscribe, share this with a friend who wants to grow, and leave a review, what’s one Bible verse you want to have ready when you’re under pressure? We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more! Find us on Facebook & Instagram
Aug 9

Faith, Hope, Love - Faith Defined

Faith is one of the most familiar words in church, yet it can also be one of the most misunderstood. In “Faith Defined,” part of the Faith, Hope, Love series, Neil Silverberg opens Hebrews 10 and leads us into Hebrews 11 to give a clear, Scripture-shaped definition of biblical faith: “the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen.” From the beginning, he places faith in the context of Hebrews’ warning not to shrink back and its call to endure. True faith is not merely a one-time decision or a vague religious feeling; it is a steadfast posture of the heart that keeps trusting God when life is difficult, answers are delayed, and circumstances tempt us to depend only on what we can see or control. Neil also confronts two common distortions of faith. The first is “blind faith,” the idea that Christians are called to believe without reason, truth, or evidence. Biblical faith is not irrational or detached from reality; it is rooted in the trustworthiness of God and the promises He has spoken. The second distortion is treating faith like a spiritual force that can produce whatever outcome we desire if we simply speak the right words. Through Scripture and a memorable story about someone trying to “speak” a new car into existence, Neil draws an important distinction between faith and presumption. Faith responds to what God has promised; presumption demands what God has not said. From Hebrews, Genesis, Romans, Proverbs, Ephesians, and James, Neil lays out four marks of real faith: faith is fully persuaded, faith trusts, faith works, and faith endures. Abraham becomes the great example of being fully convinced that God is able to do what He promised, and that confidence leads into the foundational Christian doctrine of justification by faith. Neil shows how Paul and James are not contradicting each other: we are not saved by good works, but we are saved for good works. Genuine faith bears fruit. Finally, Neil emphasizes endurance. Hebrews 10 reminds believers that true faith perseveres rather than shrinking back. Faith holds fast to God’s promises even when suffering comes and even when the fulfillment is not yet visible. Hebrews 11 begins by lifting our eyes to creation itself, reminding us that God made the universe by His Word, ex nihilo, out of nothing. And Hebrews 11:6 calls us to believe not only that God exists, but that He rewards those who seek Him—with the greatest reward being God Himself. If you desire deeper, stronger, more resilient faith, join in the prayer: Lord, increase our faith. We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more! Find us on Facebook & Instagram
Aug 8

Answering the Call of God - Pastor's Choice

Pastor Tyler Lynde continues the Pastor’s Choice series with a timely and deeply personal message from Acts 16 called “Answering the Call of God.” Looking at Paul and Silas on their missionary journey, Tyler shows how a plan can seem wise, spiritual, and faithful—and still not be God’s plan for that moment. Again and again, the Holy Spirit closes doors until Paul receives the vision of a man from Macedonia crying out, “Come over… and help us.” Through this passage, Tyler reminds Trinity Community Church that God often leads not by giving the full map, but by guiding the next obedient step. Tyler unpacks what it means to follow God when direction comes through setbacks, closed doors, delays, and impasses. Paul and Silas were moving, serving, and obeying when God redirected them. In the same way, Jesus’ Great Commission calls believers to make disciples “while you are going,” living with open hands toward God and watching for the people and opportunities He places in front of them. Faith requires movement, risk, listening, and a willingness to say yes even before every detail is clear. This message also returns to a prophetic picture given to the church: God has called TCC to be a resource church, a river and not a bog. A river church gives freely, receives freely, and trusts God enough to send even its best when He asks. Tyler connects this open-handed posture to the fruit of obedience in Acts 16, including Lydia’s salvation, a woman’s deliverance, and the Philippian jailer’s household being transformed by the gospel. In the second half of the message, Tyler and Derek share a significant leadership transition for Trinity Community Church. Derek and Megan speak honestly about the difficulty of leaving a spiritual family after many years, while also recognizing God’s call to help another ministry. Tyler leads the church in responding with prayer, unity, trust, and maturity, encouraging everyone to bring questions directly, refuse slander, and protect love as the church walks through change together. If you are facing uncertainty, sensing redirection, or learning to trust God through transition, Tyler Lynde’s message offers a steady reminder: God’s will is good, His timing matters, and obedience is the place where faith becomes fruitful. We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more! Find us on Facebook & Instagram
Aug 5

Equipped To Stand - Session 8 - James Boyd

Your mind is not neutral ground, and the loudest fights rarely look loud on the outside. We talk through Ephesians 6 and the Armor of God with a tight focus on one overlooked piece: the Helmet of Salvation. If you’ve ever felt mentally worn down by shame, doubt, or that steady drip of “you’re failing,” this is for you. The point isn’t to stir fear, but to build spiritual clarity and daily readiness for real spiritual warfare. We dig into why Paul’s helmet image is so practical, from the Roman soldier’s need to protect his head to the deeper biblical meaning for both Jewish and Gentile believers. Then we trace the pattern of temptation back to Genesis 3, where the first move is simply a question that bends trust: “Did God really say that?” From there, the battle snowballs from thought to action to habit, which is why protecting the mind is not optional for Christian discipleship. We also connect the Helmet of Salvation to hope and to the full timeline of salvation: justification, sanctification, and glorification. That hope becomes a guard for the mind, alongside the Philippians 4 call to fill our thoughts with what is true and good. Finally, we land on the confidence that changes everything: we’re not fighting for victory, we’re fighting from the victory Jesus has already won. If this helped you, subscribe, share it with a friend, and leave a review with the thought you’re choosing to believe today. We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more! Find us on Facebook & Instagram
Jul 29

Equipped To Stand - Session 7 - Brian Durfee

In this episode of the Equipped to Stand series, Brian Durfee explores the shield of faith from Ephesians 6:16, revealing how God equips His people to stand firm in the midst of spiritual warfare. Difficult seasons can often leave us feeling discouraged, overwhelmed, or uncertain, but the greatest battle is frequently not our circumstances themselves. Instead, it is the subtle lies the enemy whispers about God's character, His goodness, His faithfulness, and His promises. Scripture reminds us that the shield of faith is not a symbolic accessory or a passive idea. It is something believers are called to actively take up "in all circumstances," trusting that God is able to extinguish every flaming dart of fear, shame, doubt, bitterness, accusation, and despair. As this message unfolds, Brian places the shield of faith within the larger context of the armor of God found in Ephesians 6:10-18, emphasizing that the repeated command throughout the passage is to stand. We are not called to fight in our own strength or manufacture confidence through positive thinking. Instead, we are invited to stand firmly in the strength that God Himself provides. Biblical faith is neither denial of reality nor blind optimism. It is an active dependence upon the character of God, confidence in His Word, and trust in the finished work of Jesus Christ. Even when our faith feels small or our circumstances seem overwhelming, the power of faith is found in the One it rests upon, not in the strength of our emotions. Drawing from examples throughout Scripture, this episode examines how David strengthened himself in the Lord when everything around him seemed lost, how Peter learned to keep his eyes on Christ amid the wind and waves, and why Jesus' teaching about faith like a mustard seed points to the object of our faith rather than its size. These biblical accounts remind us that God has always been faithful to sustain His people, even in seasons marked by suffering, uncertainty, and spiritual opposition. Brian also offers practical encouragement for everyday discipleship by introducing a simple framework for responding to spiritual attacks. Listeners are encouraged to identify the circumstances they are facing, recognize the lies that seek to shape their thinking, replace those lies with the truth of God's Word, and respond with faithful obedience. This practical approach helps move faith from theory into daily practice, equipping believers to meet life's challenges with confidence rooted in Christ rather than in themselves. Finally, this episode highlights an often-overlooked aspect of the armor of God: believers were never intended to stand alone. Just as Roman soldiers linked their shields together for protection, Christians are called to encourage, strengthen, and pray for one another within the body of Christ. Faith grows in community as God's people remind each other of His promises and stand together against the enemy's schemes. Whether you are walking through a season of hardship, seeking a deeper understanding of spiritual warfare, or simply wanting to grow in your trust in Christ, this episode offers biblical teaching, practical application, and lasting encouragement. Join Brian Durfee as he explores what it means to take up the shield of faith, stand firm in God's strength, and live with confidence in the victory that has already been secured through Jesus Christ. We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more! Find us on Facebook & Instagram
Jul 26

A River or a Bog? - Pastor's Choice

In this Pastor’s Choice message, “A River or a Bog?”, Mark Medley brings a vivid and searching question to the center of everyday discipleship: are we living as people through whom God’s blessing flows, or are we becoming stagnant by holding too tightly to what we have been given? Beginning with Proverbs 11:24-25, Mark points to the surprising wisdom of God’s kingdom: “One gives freely, yet grows all the richer; another withholds what he should give, and only suffers want.” Generosity is not merely a financial principle; it is a way of life. Those who refresh others are themselves refreshed. From there, he traces the picture of rivers throughout Scripture, from the river flowing out of Eden in Genesis to the river of the water of life in Revelation, bright as crystal and bringing healing to the nations. Rivers in the Bible speak of God’s presence, nourishment, cleansing, comfort, new beginnings, and life that moves outward. A river remains fresh because it flows. It receives and releases. It blesses what is downstream. A bog, by contrast, turns inward. Its waters grow murky. Its ground becomes unstable. It traps, grips, and paralyzes. Through a striking story from the Mourne Mountains of Northern Ireland, Mark shows how unforgettable—and dangerous—the bog image really is. This message presses the question into personal life, family culture, business practice, and church mission. There are seasons when God draws us close for healing, strengthening, and restoration, but we are not meant to remain permanently closed off in self-protection. God heals us so that life can flow through us again. Mark then turns to the book of Acts, contrasting the early church in Jerusalem, which experienced power and community yet struggled to move outward, with the church in Antioch, a diverse, praying, fasting, sending church that released its best people for the work of God. Acts 1, Acts 8, and Acts 13 become a challenge to every believer and every church: will we resist the outward call of Jesus, or will we become a river for the nations? The message concludes with Zechariah’s vision of a Jerusalem without walls and with Jesus’ invitation in John 7: “If anyone thirsts, let him come to me and drink.” Christ is the source of living water, and those who come to Him are invited into His generous, outward-moving mission. God is calling His people to be a river, not a bog. We are Trinity Community Church in Knoxville, Tennessee. Subscribe to our Podcast & YouTube channel to find past sermons, classes, interviews, and more! Find us on Facebook & Instagram

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TCC exists to glorify God, follow Jesus, and make disciples. Loving God, and Loving People. Here, you can find sermons, audio of classes, and more. Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, we serve the greater East Tennessee region and internationally through our mission partners by equipping and severing our communities and ultimately directing people to Christ. Learn more at tccknox.com

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Trinity Community Church - Knoxville, TN
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2022 - 2026
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