Canyon Ridge Christian Church Podcast

When you hear about stories of generosity, it's an easy reminder of how we all want to help and do good. But being generous is more than just doing some good deeds now and then. Living a truly Uncommon Life and being generous will require more than just an occasional act of kindness. Generous people give a lot, often, and with a good heart. They are generous with their time, their resources,...

When was the last time you looked at your monthly spending? That can be a pretty revealing way to see where you are pointing your life. Jesus said that where your treasure is, your heart is. The inverse is true, too! If you want your heart to move toward something, give part of your treasure toward that area. Imagine how many new doors and opportunities for sharing the gospel would open if each fo...

Generosity is one of the easiest ways to identify if somebody is a follower of Jesus. The earliest disciples modeled what it means to live generous lives by sharing everything they had and giving to those in need. But why is generosity so important for followers of Jesus? As followers of Jesus, the answer to "Why we give?" is best answered by looking at whose kingdom you are building wit...

When is the last time you remember being “in awe” of something? All throughout Scripture, there are stories of signs and miracles that point people to the living God and cause people to be in awe of who he is. The early church in Acts 2 was a devoted group of people who were being transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit, and all people were taking notice. How would living in awe of God transfo...

Take a second to think about the things you do every day. Now, ask yourself if those habits will help you build the type of life you want. As a follower of Jesus, you're called to live an Uncommon Life, characterized by a different set of priorities and marked by different habits and devotion. When you devote yourself to creating the habits that Jesus has called his followers to have, you&apo...

It seems like anytime there is a tragedy, people send "thoughts and prayers" It happens so often that many people have forgotten how important and powerful prayer actually is! If you want to live an Uncommon life, you have to think about prayer in a completely different way. What would your life look like if you actually believed that you were talking to the God who created the Universe...

Have you ever wondered how meals and tables play a significant role in the story of God's people? Look at your table and see how meals, stories, and lives are shared! The Communion table is what brings people together in remembering Jesus' sacrifice, examining your heart to reflect his, and extending his invitation to people in your life. If God has space for every kind of person, includ...

Have you ever heard the quote that you are the average of the people you spend most of your time with? When you look at your life, it's easy to see that the people you surround yourself with shape who you become. If you want to live an uncommon life, surround yourself with uncommon people. The Bible is full of stories of people living, giving, and going together to bring life to the people ar...

Have you ever heard a really great story that you can't help but share with someone else? Sharing stories of what's happening in your life is one of the best ways to communicate and build relationships. So, can it be so hard to share stories from the Scripture with the people in your life? Uncommon people don't stop at discovering God together and doing what he says. They share ever...

Every parent knows how important obedience is to a relationship. When your children obey you, it shows how much they love and respect you. It's the same in your relationship with God! When you take what you learn from him and put it into action, you show him how much you love him. The uncommon change Jesus is offering you warrants an uncommon response. Take what you learn and put it into acti...

Have you ever felt halfway devoted to something? Working out sounds like a fantastic idea until it's time to wake up early, head to the gym, and put in the work. The same is true for your relationship with God. Are you one foot in and one foot out? It's time to be two feet in, fully committed to discovering what God has for your life.

Have you ever been white water rafting? You'll often be given a map at the beginning of the journey, but a static map can be tricky to use when you're paddling through rapids. You need an experienced guide to help you navigate the treacherous waters when you're actually in the boat. That's a great illustration of how the Holy Spirit wants to guide you through your everyday life...

Marriage, graduation, and adoption are all ceremonies that mark a significant shift in your life and show you are no longer the same person. Baptism is a ceremony like that! Jesus began his ministry by being baptized and then commanded his disciples to go and baptize others. Baptism is a practice that helps you do what Jesus did, but that's not the finish line! It's the beginning of a ne...

Change to anything “normal” can be unsettling, but God always has more and better in mind for you! God wants you to live a flourishing life, one that is better than normal. This uncommon kind of life in Jesus’ direction is marked by an uncommon kind of change in you and in the people around you. God intends for you to experience a life lived with the Spirit in you and his people around you. 

Easter is first and foremost about Jesus! But make no mistake, his resurrection has massive implications for everyone who takes him at his word. It changes the way we see Jesus… AND it changes the way we see others AND ourselves. If there is hope even in death, there is hope for EVERYONE. That means you! Now through Jesus, new life can take place. Your story can change. There is hope for the bette...

What's so good about Good Friday? When you think about the story of Jesus, it doesn't look so good. One week after entering Jerusalem, Jesus was betrayed, imprisoned, and killed. Instead of setting up a kingdom on earth, he dies a criminal's death. But that was all according to God's plan! When God created humanity, he did it to have a relationship with him- but sin ruined that...

Think about the places you go to every week. Maybe you frequent a coffee shop or go to the gym a few times a week. What are you imagining or dreaming for that place or the people there with you? What do you think God is expecting from your time there? God wants to partner with you where you're already showing up, and he wants you to expect that he will show up with you when you show up well!

Have you ever left your house without your wallet? It can ruin your entire day! Just like your wallet, there are a couple of basics that people who want to live their calling can't leave home without! To really show up well in the name of Jesus, you need to surround yourself with people who will pray for you and have something to say when you have an opportunity to share with others. These tw...

Everyone wants to show up as the best version of themselves. If you follow Jesus, you are blessed with a supernatural way to do just that. You see, the same power that created the universe and raised Jesus from the dead is alive in you! How does that change the way you look at your calling and use your gifts to serve the people around you? Imagine what would happen if every follower of Jesus showe...

A counselor once said, "I would be almost entirely out of work if people got good at listening to one another." Think about your own life. How would it be different if you showed up ready to listen? The Bible is full of stories where followers of Jesus showed up prepared to listen and meet people where they were. This led to an authentic connection and sparked a movement that changed the...

Have you ever left a conversation thinking, "I should have said THIS," or "Why did I do that"? Nobody wants to walk away from an encounter, second-guessing how they showed up because how you show up definitely impacts the people around you. The best way to change how you show up is to remember why you are showing! For followers of Jesus, we show up to heal, bring life, love rea...

When you commit to being friends with someone, it's a big deal! Having friends is like saying, "I choose you," which is worth celebrating! The book of John tells the story of a deep friendship between Simon Peter and Jesus and how Jesus celebrated this friendship. That's a great illustration of His hope for your friendships and His friendship with you! As this series comes to a...