Ridge Roundtable Podcast

In this series finale episode, Joey, Jeff, and Lorri discuss the different hang-ups we experience when engaging other people in relationships. They talk about what they've learned through their own failures, what they are seeing in this cultural moment, and how God's word speaks into our relationships.  Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcast...

After last week's episode with David Platt, we've asked Missions Pastor, Don Ellsworth to join the show. Today, he and the team discuss how we can take practical next steps in our own context to reach the unreached in our city and around the world. Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: To learn more about Ridge Miss...

This week we are honored to have David Platt join the show! He and the team discuss how the Christian life should be marked by an active desire to reach the unreached. Whether you are ready to join the mission field or plan to stay in Austin, God has a part for you to play in spreading his glory to the 3.2 billion people in the world who currently have no access to the gospel. We know you'll...

What does it mean to follow Jesus? Has your understanding of walking with Jesus changed over time? Today on the show, the team discusses what they used to think following Christ looked like and how they've grown in this area over the years. Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: For information on upcoming EQUIP classes a...

This week on the show, Joey, Jeff, and Lorri discuss an issue that affects us all: conflict. They talk about how they've handled conflict in the past, how they've grown in approaching conflict, and what the Bible has to say about this topic.  Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: For information on upcoming EQUIP cl...

This week, Marriage and Parenting Pastor, Jason Ogle joins the show! He and the team discuss some common misconceptions about marriage in our culture and what they've learned over the years in their marriages.  Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: For information on upcoming EQUIP classes and events, visit www.austinrid...

This week Joey concludes his conversation with Gary Runn, Matt Thigpen, and Josh Hansen by focusing on the topic of Calling. They discuss the general callings of all believers and how Christ Followers can walk in their unique callings based on how God has wired them.  Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: For information on u...

This week we welcomed some special guests to the show to discuss a complicated but relevant topic: Identity. Austin Ridge Elder, Gary Runn, Student Pastor, Josh Hansen, and Young Adults Pastor, Matt Thigpen discuss different ways people understand and express personal identity. They talk about their own stories, cultural understandings of identity, and what the Bible says about this topic. This co...

Today the team discusses what they wish they had known about God's Will. What comes to mind when you think about God's will? Do you think about what God wants for or from your life? Do you think about God's character and purposes for the world? Listen in as the team discusses a biblical and theological perspective of God's will and how Christ Followers can walk in alignment wit...

Join us this fall as the team discusses “Things We Wish We Knew.” In our first episode, Joey, Jeff and Lorri talk about how they used to view the Bible, how some of those views have changed, and why.   Whether we realize it or not, each of us holds views about the Bible based on our personal experiences and influences. These ideas affect the way we view God, ourselves, and just about everything el...

In this series finale episode, the team discusses the final section of the Sermon on the Mount,  Matthew 7:12-29.  As they discuss how believers should live and apply the truth, they return to the major theme of this series:  We can live as obedient kingdom citizens because of the new identity we have in Christ.   Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcas...

In this episode, the team continues their series about the Sermon on the Mount by discussing Matthew 7:1-12. Jesus talks about the dangers of judging others' conduct before you have taken inventory of your own sin.  He then encourages his listeners to seek God through prayer and time in the Word, because God gives good gifts to those who seek him! The team discusses where we've gotten so...

Today on the show, the crew discusses Matthew 6:19-34. Here Jesus teaches about a topic well known to us today: worry.  Listen in as the team talks about how Christ Followers can combat worry by focusing on Jesus and his kingdom above all else.  Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: For information on upcoming EQUIP classes a...

This week on the podcast, the team discusses Matthew 6:1-18. In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus instructs his followers to have right heart motivations as they daily live out their faith. These truths are just as relevant to us today. As Christ Followers, do we do good to be recognized by others, or to please God?   Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you...

This week, the team discusses Matthew 5:21-48. In these verses, Jesus uses various examples to show us that God not only cares about right actions, but right motivations. Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts! LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: For information on upcoming EQUIP classes and events, visit www.austinridge.org/equip . If you have any questions or f...

This week, the team takes on Matthew 5:17-20.  In this section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus makes some radical statements about a subject they would all be very familiar with: the Law. Jesus brings forth a new kingdom principle: He came to fulfill the Law. Those who follow Christ have received his righteousness and can now obey God rightly as Christ lives in them.  Make sure to subscribe to t...

As we continue our series about the Sermon on the Mount, the team looks at a well-known passage of Scripture, Matthew 5:13-16,  with a fresh perspective. What does it practically mean for believers to be salt and light? Whether this passage is new to you or you've heard it since you were a kid,  we think you'll leave with a deeper understanding of these biblical truths and practical ways...

This week, the team discusses the beatitudes in Matthew 5:1-12. These eight Christian experiences deal with grace, conviction, repentance, faith, sanctification, servanthood, and persecution. In each of these beatitudes, Jesus points out that the Christ Follower will find all that is necessary for fullness in life, despite what may be happening in their world or the world around them. Make sure to...

We're excited to start a new summer series on the Sermon on the Mount! In this first short episode, the team gives us context for this section of scripture and provides an overview of the big picture ideas they'll discuss in the coming weeks. Come back each week to hear about how Christ Followers are to integrate earthly living and kingdom living in practical ways.  Make sure to subscrib...

In preparation for Easter, the team discusses the significance of the events that led to Jesus’ death, and the hope Christ Followers have because of his death and resurrection. We encourage you to take time this week to pray and read through these biblical events as you prepare your heart for Resurrection Sunday! Make sure to subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast wherever you listen to podcast...

This week, the team continues on the topic of culture by discussing how parents can disciple their children and cultivate a culture of faith within their families. Parents, we know you'll leave this episode with more practical tools for family discipleship! Don't forget to subscribe and share with your friends!  LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: Check out "Family Discipleship"  by Matt Ch...

This week, the podcast crew takes on the book of James. They discuss the timelessness of the wisdom in this book, and how any Christ Follower in any season of life can apply it to their life. As you seek to follow Jesus in today's culture, we know you'll leave with practical tools to live out your faith this week! LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: Check out "How to Study the Bible Book by Book...

Austin Ridge Elder, Gary Runn joins the Roundtable this week to discuss what it looks like to engage people with the Gospel.  Listen in as Gary brings years of research and data from Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) on how to effectively engage the seven different personas you will encounter, and the best posture to take when engaging each of those personalities. We know you'll leave this conv...

Matt Thigpen, Young Adults Pastor, joins the team this week to talk about who is deconstructing and why. Matt discusses his experiences talking to Millennials about their faith, and how this cultural moment presents unique challenges to those who are wrestling with questions about their beliefs.  LINKS IN THIS EPISODE: For information on upcoming EQUIP classes and events, visit www.austinridge.org...

In this week’s episode, Lorri, Jeff, and Joey continue the topic of Deconstruction they began last week. They discuss how tribalism plays a role in Deconstruction and encourage  Christ Followers to respond wisely to those in the midst of deconstructing their faith.  Like, share, and subscribe to the EQUIP Roundtable Podcast anywhere you get your podcasts. We love hearing from you, so please feel f...