The Ridge Weekly

Why is rest so difficult in a world that never slows down? In this episode of Side Notes, Adam and Pastor Josh discuss the gift of Sabbath, what it means to trust God through rest, and how Jesus showed us that Sabbath was made for us. They also look ahead to NINE, a new series exploring the fruit of the Spirit.

We weren’t designed to run on empty. In this standalone message, Pastor Josh explores the gift of Sabbath as God’s weekly rhythm of rest, relationships, and refreshment. As we reach the midpoint of the year, we’re invited to pause and consider how we’re doing and to rediscover Sabbath as a gift meant to restore and renew us. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online...

What makes biblical community so valuable, and why is it often so difficult? This week on Side Notes, Pastor Josh and Adam unpack the deeper meaning behind Psalm 133, explore why relationships require intentional effort, and share practical encouragement for resisting isolation and pursuing the life God designed us to live together.

We weren't created to do life alone, yet it's easy to drift toward isolation and division. In the final message of our Psalms for the Summer series, Pastor Josh unpacks Psalm 133 and reminds us that unity is both a gift from God and something worth pursuing. This summer, take a simple step toward deeper relationships. Maybe it's time to "light the grill." // Verses and message notes: www.theridge....

What does it mean to see children as gifts from God? In this episode of Side Notes, Josh and Adam dive deeper into Psalm 127, exploring the imagery of children as an inheritance and arrows, the challenge of trusting God with our families, and the importance of passing faith to the next generation. Plus, they share personal stories about fathers, family traditions, and the memories that shape us.

What if the way we see children needs to change? In Psalm 127, we're reminded that kids aren't interruptions, inconveniences, or distractions—they're gifts from the Lord. This week, Pastor Josh challenges us to "pass the ball" and be intentional with the children and teens God has placed in our lives, making the most of the moments we've been given this summer. // Verses and message notes: www.the...

What does creation reveal about God? In this episode of Side Notes, Adam sits down with Pastor Tim to unpack Psalm 19, explore the difference between general and special revelation, and discuss why God's glory is on display all around us. From sunrises and mountain views to everyday moments we often overlook, discover how creation points us to our Creator and invites us to worship Him.

Pastor Tim continues Psalms for the Summer by focusing on how God reveals Himself through creation. Drawing from Scripture, we see that God’s revelation is clear, constant, and available to all. This psalm invites us to slow down and see creation not as background noise, but as a continual testimony to the glory of God. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in...

In this episode of Side Notes, Psalm 96 comes alive as Pastor Josh and founding Pastor Tim Haring explore what it really means to “turn up the praise.” From singing as an act of formation to the weight of ascribing glory to God, the conversation moves between deep Biblical reflection and real-life moments that make worship personal. They also wrestle with how worship shapes what we believe about G...

We underestimate how much music shapes our lives. Launching us into Psalms for the Summer, Pastor Josh explores Psalm 96 and challenges us to turn up the praise by filling our hearts and minds with songs that draw us closer to God. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a + 11a: www.theridge.church/live

This week on Side Notes, Adam and Pastor Josh take a deeper look at 2 Timothy 4 and Paul's final charge to preach the Word. They discuss the danger of seeking messages that simply tell us what we want to hear, why context matters when reading Scripture, and what it means to fight the good fight and finish the race well. Plus, they reflect on the timeless relevance of God's Word and preview the upc...

As we conclude our Deepfake series in 2 Timothy, Pastor Josh explores Paul’s final charge: preach the truth. In a world where people often seek messages that affirm what they already want to hear, God calls His people to remain anchored in His Word. Through Paul’s closing encouragements and warnings, we’re reminded of the importance of faithfully passing on, protecting, practicing, and proclaiming...

In this episode of Side Notes, Adam and Pastor Josh dive deeper into 2 Timothy 3 and what it means to practice the truth in a culture filled with deception. They discuss spiritual vigilance, false teaching, the reality of persecution, and how believers can stay grounded through Scripture and Christian community. Plus, a few side notes on neighborhood watch stories, Cracker Barrel, and preparing fo...

Not everything that looks true actually is. In this week’s message from Deepfake, Pastor Josh dives into 2 Timothy 3 and explores how to recognize deception, avoid counterfeit faith, and stand firm in a world drifting further from truth. From false teachers to cultural pressure to the power of God’s Word, he challenges us to not just know the truth—but practice it. // Verses and message notes: www...

In this episode of Side Notes, Adam sits down with Pastor Tim for a candid, behind-the-scenes conversation on Sunday’s Deepfake message from 2 Timothy 2. From AI-driven misinformation and clickbait headlines to the challenge of discerning truth in Christian teaching, nothing is off limits—including a few honest moments about getting angry at what we see online. They also unpack practical ways to s...

Continuing Deepfake, Pastor Tim looks at 2 Timothy 2 and why protecting the truth matters more than ever. Social media and online content are increasingly designed to blur reality with emotional, misleading stories that feel real but aren’t. He challenges us to stay grounded in Scripture, anchored in Christ, and discerning in what we believe and share. In a noisy world, this is a call to hold firm...

What does it look like to stay anchored in truth when everything around you feels uncertain? On this episode of Side Notes, Adam and Pastor Josh unpack the kickoff of the “Deep Fake” series in 2 Timothy and talk through what it means to pass on a faith that lasts. They also get into honest conversations about living unashamed of the gospel, navigating a world full of noise and deception, and what...

In a world filled with lies, distortion, and deception, how do we hold on to what is true? Kicking off our series, Deepfake, Pastor Josh walks through 2 Timothy 1 and challenges us to faithfully pass on the truth of God’s Word to the next generation. Looking at the example of Paul, Lois, and Eunice, we’re reminded that faith is both taught with our words and caught through the way we live. // Vers...

Five years after launching Foster WV, we celebrate with guest speaker Jason Johnson, author and National Director of The Pure Religion Project. Jason shares a timely message about God’s heart for broken people and places, challenging us to become a church that moves toward suffering with compassion. // Verses and message notes: www.theridge.church/notes // Join us online or in person Sundays at 9a...

Adam and Pastor Josh dive deeper into this week’s message from Exodus 18 and the challenge of living with healthy limits. They talk about burnout, overloaded schedules, digital distractions, and why so many people feel constantly exhausted. Through Moses and Jethro’s story, they share practical ways to lighten the load and create healthier rhythms. If life feels heavy right now, this conversation...

Why does life often feel heavier than it needs to? In the final message of our "Living Light" series, Pastor Josh walks through Exodus 18 and the wisdom Jethro gave Moses when he was stretched beyond his limits. He encourages us to embrace healthy boundaries with work, schedules, technology, and everyday responsibilities so we can lighten the load and live with more joy, peace, and purpose. // Ver...

What if following Jesus was never meant to be done alone? This week in Side Notes, Adam and Pastor Josh continue the "Living Light" series by exploring why we resist asking for help, how isolation quietly shapes our lives, and what it actually looks like to live out Jesus’ command to “love one another”—through serving, encouraging, and forgiving each other in real, practical ways.

We live in a world that tells us to figure it out on our own, but following Jesus was never meant to be a solo journey. Continuing "Living Light," Pastor Josh shares how God designed us for community and why loving one another—through serving, encouraging, and forgiving—actually helps us live lighter. If life feels heavy, this is a simple reminder: you don’t have to carry it alone. // Verses and m...

What if the weight you’re carrying was never yours to hold? In this episode of Side Notes, Adam and Pastor Tim reflect on a powerful Easter at The Ridge and the launch of the "Living Light" series. Together, they unpack Matthew 11:28–30 and explore how Jesus invites us to lay down our burdens and step into a lighter way of living through surrender, trust, and discipleship.

In a world where so many of us feel overwhelmed, stressed, and stretched thin, Jesus offers something better. Kicking off "Living Light," Pastor Tim unpacks Matthew 11:28–30 and what it means to find true rest—not by trying harder, but by surrendering what we’re carrying. We discover how Jesus doesn’t just lighten our load—He carries it, starting with the weight of our sin. This is an invitation t...