ACTA Podcast

What does it look like to take the Great Commission to the ends of the earth—intentionally, strategically, and cross-culturally? In this episode, we explore how action sports and Business as Mission (BAM) come together to open doors in some of the hardest-to-reach places on the planet. Rooted in  Matthew 28:19 ,  Acts 1:8 , and  Romans 10:14-1 , we unpack the vision of sending teams into the natio...

What does unity look like in a church full of different gifts, cultures, styles, and convictions? In this episode, we dig into 1 Corinthians 12:12–27 and Ephesians 4:4–6 to explore the beauty of being “one body” with many members. Each essential, each unique, each called by the same Spirit. We talk about how Christians can avoid division over non-essentials, embrace diversity without compromising...

What’s the ultimate goal of missions? In this episode, we explore “the bridge." How every outreach, discipleship moment, and mission effort is ultimately intended to lead people into the life of the local church and a lasting relationship with Christ. Rooted in 1 Corinthians 12:27 and Hebrews 10:25 , we unpack why the church is more than a gathering—it’s the Body of Christ and the spiritual f...

Discipleship isn’t a program—it’s a process. In this episode, we explore the power of life-on-life investment, modeled in Matthew 28:19–20 , 1 Corinthians 11:1 , and 2 Timothy 2:2 . We discuss why close proximity and intentional time together are essential for spiritual multiplication. Discipleship is messy, requires margin during challenging seasons, and measures success by fruit—character and ob...

What is the Gospel, and why does sharing the full Gospel matter? In this episode, we unpack the power of God’s message of salvation as described in Romans 1:16–17 and 2 Corinthians 5:20 , and why it’s meant to be shared boldly and authentically. We talk about presenting the Gospel in fundamental and relational ways through grace, Christ, and faith alone. From testimonies to simple everyday convers...

What does it really mean to be in the world but not of it? In this episode, we explore how followers of Jesus can live authentically and mission-minded in a culture that’s constantly shifting. Rooted in John 17:14–16 and Isaiah 40:8 , we unpack how biblical truth remains unchanging even as trends evolve. From speaking truth in love to engaging culture without compromise, we talk about staying grou...

Movements inspire. Organizations maintain. In this episode, we unpack the difference between a decentralized, Spirit-led movement and a structured, institutional organization and why Ride Nature leans toward the former. Looking to the early church in Acts 2:42–47 and 1 Corinthians 12:12 , we explore what it means to live as a unified yet diverse body, empowered by the Spirit rather than constraine...

No one builds alone. In this episode, we unpack the biblical blueprint for building a team, rooted in Ephesians 4:11–13 and Exodus 18:21. From apostles to organizers, vision-casters to volunteers, every role matters in the work of ministry and mission. We talk through the practical steps of team building: casting vision, sharing values, interviewing with purpose, onboarding with clarity, and launc...

Each of us has been uniquely gifted with passions and personalities designed for purpose. In this episode, we explore what it means to align those gifts with the needs around us, living out 1 Peter 4:10–11 and Romans 12:6 in tangible, practical ways. From the skatepark to the lineup, we talk about how joy and calling intersect, where your deep gladness meets the world’s deep hunger. Like a tech de...

Action sports aren’t just a lifestyle—they’re a global culture of over 400 million people. In this episode, we explore how the Gospel speaks uniquely into this world, offering purpose, belonging, and hope to those navigating identity struggles and high-risk paths. From Ride Nature’s grassroots beginnings to a worldwide movement, we unpack how faith channels chaos into grace, using the terrain of s...