Most days aren’t mountaintop experiences, and that’s completely okay. Flight is incredible, but most birds spend a lot of their lives just walking around on the ground—and they aren’t failing at being birds when they do.

In this episode of When Birds Walk, we’re talking about shedding the spiritual guilt of needing every day to feel spectacular. We explore why playing the comparison game with other people’s highlight reels drains our peace, and how trusting the quiet, ordinary, ground-level seasons is often where the deepest growth actually happens. If your faith feels more like a slow walk than an effortless glide right now, pull up a chair. You’re right where you need to be.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the metaphor of birds and seasons of faith

02:53 What birds teach us about walking and flying in faith

07:11 The ebb and flow of spiritual excitement and low seasons

09:43 Biblical examples of ups and downs in faith

12:40 The importance of perseverance and not judging your season

16:50 Faith in the final chapters of life and suffering

22:56 The danger of social media comparison and curated images

27:34 The significance of faithfulness in old age

36:57 How to stay faithful during walking seasons

44:46 The importance of honesty and trusting God's presence

49:18 Final encouragement: You are still a bird

In today's episode, Pastor Trimble shares some stories of him and Sister Pastor connecting with their children and gives practical tips on how we can better connect with our families. Pastor shares biblical advice to parents who may be separated from grown children to help them reconnect.

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Five Love Languages for Children by Gary Chapman

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In today's episode, Pastor Trimble tackles a tough topic for our generation. He covers how to instill faith in our children at home. Join Pastor Trimble and LJ as they give you tools to help you build a strong family in a busy world. 

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Seven Steps to Being a Great Mom

Seven Steps to Being a Great Dad

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In today's episode, Pastor Trimble goes back to his message from October 5, 2025, and dives deeper into what it means to be Chased by Mercy. When you hear those footsteps giving chase behind you, it's not judgment, it's Jesus. Be blessed!

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In today's episode, Pastor Trimble wraps up his walk through his book Digital Dominion, dealing with Anxiety (including FOMO), Identity, Relationships, and Spirituality. Join the conversation as we continue to learn how to use our smartphones and social media for the glory of God.

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Welcome to Real Life at Restoration, the official podcast of Restoration Church. Pastor Trimble and LJ Harry talk through Pastor's book Digital Dominion, dealing with Self-Control and the Theology of Communication. Join the conversation as we learn how to use our smartphones and social media for the glory of God.

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