Canyon Ridge Christian Church Podcast

As image-bearers of God, what do we do with freedom? Romans 6 invites us to be free from sin and choices that wreck us. All the while, Galatians 5 encourages us to be free for the sake of others, bringing them to Christ. When you've experienced freedom in Jesus, how can you serve others in love by how you live? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49633096 RESOURCES: https://www.canyon...

How do image-bearers live in a government that isn’t perfect? Romans 13 states God’s intention for the government’s role to punish what is wrong and to promote good, but also reminds us that its authority is delegated authority. So as we look through our lens of the government on Earth, what should we start, stop, or maybe change to look more toward God as image-bearers? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www...

Are we created in the image of our human father or God our Father? Well, both. Often, we let our image of “father” shape our image of God. As we are adopted into God’s family, what could happen when we let our image of God shape our image of fatherhood? MESSAGE NOTES:  https://www.bible.com/events/49626151 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

What does it mean to be made in God’s image? As we see in Genesis 1, image-bearing is our first identity. But when we fail to view ourselves and others through that lens, things can go very wrong. Thankfully, with Jesus, we can imagine a world where people are free by God’s spirit to represent Him and bring flourishing to everyone around them. MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49623009 R...

We will always harvest what we plant, even in our friendships. When we show up for our friends and bring the fruit of the Spirit, we are preaching the gospel with our interactions. To become more like Jesus, how can we do the work of change with the help of the Spirit and some friends? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49619819 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG: https://canyonr...

What if we asked: God, what do you want to change about my approach to friendships? Sometimes, we don’t take steps in community because we think we just don’t have time. But as we see in Ephesians 5 and Galatians 6, God created us from relationship for relationships. How can you be full of care in how you invest your time, and realign your calendar to form your friendships? MESSAGE NOTES: https://...

Friendship is hard work, but always worth the risk. We need the affirmation, support and truth that comes with meaningful friendship. As we see across Scripture, committed friends remind us of God’s love for us, by how they choose to be with us and for us. How can you be the kind of friend you’d like to find?  MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49613313   RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridg...

The grace you experience, you did nothing to deserve; God extends it freely to you. Just as Jonah discovered as he looked out at Nineveh, we also are invited to extend grace freely to others, even to “those people” whom you just don’t want to receive grace. Who is your “Nineveh” that you can extend grace toward because God first loved you?  MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49602847 RESO...

The Scripture uses many metaphors to describe God's characteristics, one of which is motherhood. We see all throughout the Bible how motherhood reflects the image of God through His care, compassion, and love. Discover how God invites everyone to reflect His image and how so many ways that people mother point back to Him. MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49606754 RESOURCES: https:/...

When have you sought a second chance? Just like Jonah and the Ninevites, you’ve likely needed a fresh start before. In those moments, God’s desire is not to condemn you. He wants to rescue you, offering new life through His son, Jesus. MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49602847 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

What would it take for you to change your mind in Jesus' direction? When we can admit we are wrong and need help, we make the space for God to do the work in us to become disciple-makers! If we can accept it for ourselves, are we willing to offer it to others? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49599901 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

Where are you tempted to take shortcuts in your formation? Your toughest seasons are your greatest invitation to be shaped by God. He does His greatest work in your weaknesses and challenges, if you’ll let Him. How can you trust God more with your formation this week? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49596573 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

Why does it feel easy to blame people instead of problems? Staying together paints the picture of who God is to those around us. This sort of life requires that we remember why we are together and who we are becoming. Reconciliation is a mindset and a commitment. What step do you need to take to find your way back together again? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49593104 RESOURCES: http...

Have you seen Jesus? Easter reveals the true character, person, and divine purpose of Jesus. Through His death, burial, and resurrection, all things are made new — even how you see yourself and others. Jesus changes everything! MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49589867 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

How do we find our way back together again after disappointment, with one another and with God? Division can breed when people are disappointed in one another. Relationships can break with unmet expectations. But we don’t have to settle for distance. In 2 Corinthians 4, Paul teaches how, by pursuing unity in Jesus’ name. MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49585863 RESOURCES: https://www.c...

Who looks like Jesus because they have walked with us? As we see in 2 Corinthians, in many ways the Apostle Paul’s faithfulness was measured by the faith he handed to others. Like Paul, we don’t control how people respond, but it matters that we show up and it matters how we show up. After all, it is in God coming alongside us, and us coming alongside one another, that we find our way.  Message No...

With humility, patience, and grace, we can help others form convictions rooted in truth. We see this modeled across the early church, from Paul to Priscilla and Aquila. As followers of Jesus today, how can we lead others to the truth of the Gospel, even when that means offering redirection in love? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49579056 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG: ht...

As we follow Jesus as our True North, we’re called to live in unity with fellow followers of Jesus. But what happens when we don’t agree? When sincere followers of Jesus read the same Scripture and form different opinions, what is the best way forward? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49575614 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

The best place to start is right where you are. God has a plan for you, starting here, and He will transform you more and more as you walk with Him. And, just as God met you, he calls you to meet others right where they are. How can you adjust your pace to walk with Jesus, and with others, this week? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49572048 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org BLOG:...

What does it mean for the Bible to be the living word of God? Hebrews 4 reminds us that the Bible is more than a book we read; it is the word of God that guides our lives. As disciple-makers, we are all on the journey of becoming more like Jesus, our True North, and the Bible is our compass, even when it might disagree with us. MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49568696 RESOURCES: https:...

How do you know you're headed north if you don't know how to read the compass? The Bible is the living Word of God, given to His people to learn and grow from it. It can be easy to parachute into the Bible, read it without context, or even believe it's too hard to understand. The story of the Bible is this: There was a time when God created all things with good in mind. When we star...

How do you course-correct your life in the direction of Jesus? Jesus is our true north, full of grace and truth. Scripture reminds us that we don't have to do this alone. Gathering people together in Jesus' name, reading and experiencing the scripture, and acting in conviction helps us get back on track. MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49561794 RESOURCES: https://www.canyonri...

There are lots of voices fighting for your attention. Who will you listen to? Who do you want to become? The voice of Jesus is one of grace and truth. He and His Word will transform you more and more into someone who walks with compassion and mercy without sacrificing truth or righteousness. Where can you invite Jesus to renew your mind this week? MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/495584...

When God acts, and people respond differently to His action, Jesus warns that it can bring division. In this, Jesus invites us to declare the power in His name and to show up compassionately. The stakes are high, but they're worth it because He is coming to do something greater. We are the sent ones to bring Good News, not a burden. So, we pray, share, pray, share, pray, share.  MESSAGE NOTES...

When He encountered a world needing better, Jesus leaned in and partnered with His people. He was sent to suffering and sends His followers to do the same. Matthew 10 reminds us that although we will be questioned, divided, called names, and threatened, He will give us answers and save us. He brings the truth, and He never leaves us. If we are sent to suffering, we can ask for wisdom, endurance, a...