Going Deeper with Trinity Ruston

Pastor David Dorn is back with Kyle McKaskle for round two. They dig into the accountability questions John Wesley asked his small groups every week, why Methodists believe Jesus is present at the communion table (and the hospital-room communion David has never forgotten), how David’s view of women in ministry changed, and what “social holiness” means for how our faith gets lived out in front of other people.

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What brought Rev. David Dorn from South Mississippi, through a decade-plus of ministry in Texas, to the pulpit at Trinity in Ruston? In this relaunch episode of Going Deeper, Kyle McKaskle sits down with Trinity’s new senior pastor to hear his story: a childhood call to preach, a homeschool Baptist curriculum that clashed with his Methodist upbringing, discovering grace in college, nearly quitting seminary over one ordination question, and the post-Katrina moment he heard God say “stay.”

Along the way, they dig into what makes the Methodist way of following Jesus distinct: salvation as a journey, high grace with high accountability, why baptism is God’s work, and why the church is called to make disciples, not just converts.

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What does it really mean to be free in Christ? #trinityruston

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In this episode of the Going Deeper Podcast, Kyle is joined by Becky and Katie for a conversation about Romans 8, Hebrews 11, 1 John, 1 Corinthians 13, and the practical shape of the Christian life. Together, they talk about why God’s boundaries are not meant to limit us, how faith grows even through imperfect people, why Scripture matters for everyday life, and how the light and love of Jesus shine through us when we stay connected to Him.

This conversation also touches on parenting, worship, children’s ministry, community, and the simple but powerful reminder that we are weak, but He is strong. Scripture discussed: Romans 8, Hebrews 11, 1 John, 1 Corinthians 13

Topics: Freedom in Christ, faith, discipleship, Scripture, parenting, worship, Christian community If this conversation encouraged you, share it with someone who may need the reminder that true freedom is found in Jesus.

The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn and apply God’s Word in everyday life. Through thoughtful conversation and biblical insight, we explore the larger story of Scripture and how it shapes our faith today. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of the Bible and your relationship with God, this podcast is for you. 

Send an email to [email protected].

Going Deeper is a podcast ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, LA, helping us L.I.V.E. by learning and applying God’s Word through faithful Christian Bible study and real-life conversation.

The early church didn’t start with strategy—it started with fire.

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n this episode of Going Deeper, we explore the book of Acts, the power and presence of the Holy Spirit, and the radical transformation of Paul. But more than that, we wrestle with what it means for the Church today—especially for the next generation.

Are we missing something?

Are we going deep enough?

And what does it really look like to live out a Spirit-filled faith in a world that’s constantly pulling us the other direction? Join us as we go deeper. 💬

The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn and apply God’s Word in everyday life. Through thoughtful conversation and biblical insight, we explore the larger story of Scripture and how it shapes our faith today. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of the Bible and your relationship with God, this podcast is for you.

From the Garden of Gethsemane to the empty tomb, we walk through the arrest, trial, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus, unpacking what these events mean for us today.

The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn and apply God’s Word in everyday life. Through thoughtful conversation and biblical insight, we explore the larger story of Scripture and how it shapes our faith today. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of the Bible and your relationship with God, this podcast is for you.

Do you have questions for us? Send an email to [email protected].

Going Deeper is a podcast ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, LA, helping us L.I.V.E. by learning and applying God’s Word through faithful Christian Bible study and real-life conversation.

What do you really believe about Jesus—and why does it matter?

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In this episode of Going Deeper, Kyle and Doug explore the life of Jesus through the Gospels and unpack one of the most important questions anyone can ever answer: Who do you say that Jesus is? From the unique perspectives of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John to the deeply personal nature of faith, this conversation challenges the idea of secondhand belief and invites you into something real and transformative.

Whether your faith has been a lifelong journey or a sudden turning point, this episode will help you reflect on what it truly means to follow Jesus.

The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn and apply God’s Word in everyday life. Through thoughtful conversation and biblical insight, we explore the larger story of Scripture and how it shapes our faith today. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of the Bible and your relationship with God, this podcast is for you.

Do you have questions for us? Send an email to [email protected].

Going Deeper is a podcast ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, LA, helping us L.I.V.E. by learning and applying God’s Word through faithful Christian Bible study and real-life conversation.

In this episode of Going Deeper, we explore what it really means to be called by God—and why that calling often feels overwhelming, uncomfortable, and even a little terrifying.

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Looking at the stories of Isaiah and Jeremiah, we see two people who didn’t feel ready, qualified, or worthy… yet God called them anyway. From Isaiah’s “woe is me” moment to Jeremiah’s hesitation, we wrestle with the same question today: 👉 What does it look like to respond to God’s call in our own lives?

The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn and apply God’s Word in everyday life. Through thoughtful conversation and biblical insight, we explore the larger story of Scripture and how it shapes our faith today. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of the Bible and your relationship with God, this podcast is for you.

Do you have questions for us? Send an email to [email protected].

Going Deeper is a podcast ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, LA, helping us L.I.V.E. by learning and applying God’s Word through faithful Christian Bible study and real-life conversation.

In this episode of Going Deeper, we explore the full story of David—from the courage of Goliath to the failure with Bathsheba—and what it reveals about faith, repentance, and God’s grace.

#trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider

Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org

The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn and apply God’s Word in everyday life. Through thoughtful conversation and biblical insight, we explore the larger story of Scripture and how it shapes our faith today. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of the Bible and your relationship with God, this podcast is for you.

Do you have questions for us? Send an email to [email protected].

Going Deeper is a podcast ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, LA, helping us L.I.V.E. by learning and applying God’s Word through faithful Christian Bible study and real-life conversation.

Is faith about following rules, or having a relationship with God? In this episode of the Going Deeper Podcast, Kyle, Doug, and Marie talk about Moses and the Exodus and how God's plan for saving his people reveals how he wants a relationship with his people more than he wants a nation of rule followers.

#trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider

Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org

The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn and apply God’s Word in everyday life. Through thoughtful conversation and biblical insight, we explore the larger story of Scripture and how it shapes our faith today. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of the Bible and your relationship with God, this podcast is for you.

Do you have questions for us? Send an email to [email protected].

Going Deeper is a podcast ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, LA, helping us L.I.V.E. by learning and applying God’s Word through faithful Christian Bible study and real-life conversation.

Is faith about following rules, or having a relationship with God? In this episode of the Going Deeper Podcast, Kyle, Doug, and Melanie explore the stories of Genesis and the messy family dynamics of Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph. The Bible doesn’t hide human flaws, yet through broken people and difficult circumstances we see a faithful God working out His plan. Join us as we discuss forgiveness, surrender, and how God continues to work through imperfect people.

#trinityruston #livedeeper #reachwider

Follow us online – https://www.trinityruston.org

The Going Deeper Podcast is a ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, Louisiana and is designed to help people Learn and apply God’s Word in everyday life. Through thoughtful conversation and biblical insight, we explore the larger story of Scripture and how it shapes our faith today. If you want to grow deeper in your understanding of the Bible and your relationship with God, this podcast is for you.

Do you have questions for us? Send an email to [email protected].

Going Deeper is a podcast ministry of Trinity Methodist Church in Ruston, LA, helping us L.I.V.E. by learning and applying God’s Word through faithful Christian Bible study and real-life conversation.