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MAIN IDEA: This parable refers to a tiny mustard seed that grows to become a large plant and serves as a home for many birds. This parable reveals that the Kingdom of Heaven will begin small but, in time, will grow to the ends of the earth. READ TOGETHER: Matthew 13:31-32 DISCUSS: What's something you've observed that began small but grew into something large and significant? / What significance d...

In Matthew 13, Jesus shifts from teaching about the Kingdom of God in a plain manner to speaking in parables. At first, the disciples are frustrated and confused at this, but as we keep reading, the purpose is revealed. Jesus' parables reveal to some, but conceal to others. For those who truly "listen", their journey is just beginning. For those closed off.. it's already over. Read: Matthew 13:1-2...

READ TOGETHER: Luke 17:20-21 DISCUSS: What is the Kingdom of God? What did Jesus mean by saying the Kingdom of God is in the midst of you? Is the Kingdom of God here and now? Or is it something we are waiting for? Or is it both? How does this perspective challenge traditional expectations of a kingdom? Why do you think the Pharisees were focused on external signs? When we consider our choices, act...

READ TOGETHER: Philippians 3:12-14 DISCUSS: Describe a time when you wanted to quit something, but you pressed on to finish. Describe the change(s) in your mindset from the start to the finish. How does Paul's attitude toward spiritual growth in this passage inspire you to keep running your race of faith? What significance does the phrase "press on" hold for your personal journey? Reflect on a mom...

Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believers. If you live in our area, we would love to worship with you on Sunday mornings at 8:00a, 9:30a, or 11:15a!

In this sermon, Pastor Dylan shares a beautiful message centered around the prophecies found in Isaiah. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believers. If you live in our area, we would love to worship with you on Sunday mornings at 8:00a, 9:30a...

In the second message of our Advent series entitled "Waiting," Pastor Chan walks us through Jesus' teaching about those who choose and do not choose to serve "the least of these." Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believers. If you live in ou...

In this first message in our sermon series leading up to Christmas, Pastor Mark teaches through the parable of the talents in Matthew 25 and draws out some key applications for us as we wait for the return of our Master, the Lord Jesus. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important...

This passage ends Paul's letter to the church at Colossae. In this passage, Paul specifically mentions several fellow Christian servants who were instrumental in his ministry. These servants give us examples of how we can serve the Kingdom of God. Some of these are mentioned in other letters as well, including Tychicus, Onesimus, Aristarchus, Mark, Epaphras, and Luke. Thanks for listening in to Th...

In this episode, Pastor Chan continues our study through Colossians, teaching through Paul's exhortations to the church in Chapter 4. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believers. If you live in our area, we would love to worship with you on S...

Join us in this eighth installment of our study through Paul's letter to the Colossians! In this episode, Pastor Chan teaches through the latter portion of Chapter 3 and the first verse of Chapter 4. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believer...

In this sermon, Pastor Chan preaches through the opening portion of Colossians 3, where the Apostle Paul reveals the characteristics of someone who has been given new life in Christ. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believers. If you live in...

In this sixth sermon in our study through Paul's letter to the Colossians, we learn about three wrong beliefs and mindsets that were facing the church at Colossae and that face the church today. Pastor Chan explains what each of these wrong beliefs are, and we learn that these "poor substitutes" are, in fact, no substitutes at all. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Altho...

In this message entitled "Learning to Walk", Pastor Chan walks us through Colossians 2:6-15. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local body of believers. If you live in our area, we would love to worship with you on Sunday mornings at 8:00a, 9:30a, or 11:15a...

In this message entitled "Faithful Servants", Pastor Chan discusses three things Paul writes about that describe a faithful servant of Christ. First, a faithful servant suffers through persecution with joy. Second, a faithful servant strives toward the mission of the Church. And third, a faithful servant strengthens their brothers and sisters in Christ. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunda...

In this third installment of our verse-by-verse study through Colossians, we turn our attention to a beautiful passage of Scripture that describes the supremacy of Christ in detail. As we move through this passage, we see just who Christ is in relation to God, creation, the church, and ultimately to salvation. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are gr...

As we venture into the latter half of Colossians 1, we learn Paul's method of finding God's will for our life: spiritual discernment. Pastor Chan describes four ways that we can discern God's will and grow in His wisdom, and he also reminds us what Christ has done for those who trust in Him. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by li...

As we begin our verse-by-verse series through Paul's letter to the Colossians, Pastor Chan introduces us to the context of the epistle and lays the groundwork for the recurring theme throughout the book: the supremacy of Christ. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belon...

In this final installment in our series on radical ordinary hospitality, Pastor Chan lands our discussion of "Christianity around the table" on what is perhaps the most important meal that we share together as believers: the Lord's Supper. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's importa...

In the fourth installment of our series on radical ordinary hospitality, Pastor Mark teaches through John 2 and Philippians 4, painting a picture of the joy of Christ that can be ours to share with those around us. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong to a local b...

In part 3 of our series about radical ordinary hospitality, Pastor Chan walks us through how believers have come together throughout church history. Although the style of building and format of services may have changed throughout the centuries, church "around the table" is still an extremely important way to grow together as believers in knowledge, love, and obedience. Thanks for listening in to...

In this episode, Pastor Chan interviews a series of guests who speak on various topics. These interviews include recounting the blessings of serving our community, discussing future opportunities for service, and educating us about local ministry partners. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also bel...

In the second part of our series on radical ordinary hospitality, Pastor David teaches through the story of the Good Samaritan found in Luke 10 and reveals the deep connection between "loving our neighbor" and being hospitable. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's important to belong...

In this episode, Pastor David introduces us to radical ordinary hospitality by teaching through two key passages in the Gospel of Luke. These passages demonstrate Jesus' model for interacting and building relationships with those around you. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed by listening to this message, we also believe it's impor...

In this episode, Pastor Chan teaches through the final passage of the series, telling the "Tale of Two Houses" offered up by lady wisdom and lady folly. We must all choose to enter one of their houses. One leads to wisdom and a relationship with Christ, and the other leads to the depths of Sheol. Thanks for listening in to The Ridge's Sunday Audio podcast! Although we hope you are greatly blessed...