West Ridge with John Goebbel

 How do you take your mind back? In "Take Your Mind Back" Pastor John shows how God's can and will restore your confidence, fight destructive thoughts and overcome worry.  Support the show

 When do you feel insecure?  In "Battlefield in the Mind" Pastor John gives examples of how life's battles are actually won in your mind.  Support the show

 What happens when God asks us to do something that doesn't match with our plans? In "Only God Knows What is Next" Pastor John points out that it is only God who sees the whole situation and knows what is best.  Support the show

 Why do we celebrate Christmas by giving gifts? We know about the wise men bringing gifts to Jesus, but in "The First Christmas" Pastor John tells us of the amazing gifts Jesus gave us, and still is giving us.  Support the show

Have you heard the phrase "with God, nothing will be impossible"? (Luke 1:37) In "Will You Call His Name" Pastor John reminds us that this was spoken by an angel sent from God to mark the beginning of a process that would culminate in Christmas.  Support the show

Have you ever asked "is God for me?" In "Overcoming My Securities" Pastor John compares that feeling with how Gideon must have felt when he thought God "wasn't there" for him during a time of great need.  Support the show

When was the last time you were in a low point? In "Faithful in the Lows" Pastor John reminds that "lows" are part of life, but even at our lowest, God is still there and able to do amazing things .  Support the show

 What is most important to you? In "Faithful in Good Times" Pastor John reminds us that Jesus made it very clear that our most important thing is our relationship with Him versus putting our security in "worldly riches". Support the show

What is your definition of faithful? In "He is Always Faithful" Pastor John explains that being faithful or "full of faith" can be difficult because we know that people can hurt and disappoint us. Support the show

How many of you remember when you were a teenager? In "Family and Friends" Pastor John points out that we all struggle, but parents need to talk and help kids understand God's heart and how to stay focused.  Support the show

 When life is overwhelming, is there an out? In this testimony, you'll hear of someone who felt like everything was going wrong. But that wasn't the end of the story.  Support the show

Do you like to be corrected or disciplined? In "Correction" Pastor John shows that correction and discipline is a good thing! It is God's way of showing us He as something better for us that what we were doing.  Support the show

How does our pride hurt us? In "Humility" Pastor John shows those who exalt themselves will be humbled and even Jesus "humbled Himself and became obedient".  Support the show

What does it mean when the Bible says "be angry, yet do not sin" (Eph 4:26)?  In "Anger" Pastor John shows several times where even Jesus was angry, but was he angry with the person, or the person's behavior. Support the show

What does it take to prosper? In "Diligence" Pastor John shares God's wisdom as documented by the world's wealthiest person.  Support the show

 What do we really own? In "Stewardship" Pastor Manny reminds us that everything is on loan to us. Are we good stewards with it?  Support the show

Is the decision you are about to make in line with God?  In "Justice" Pastor Manny points out that the wisest council doesn't come from us but from God.   Support the show

Is what we say a choice or does it just spring out of our mouths?  In "Our Mouths and Speech" Pastor John points out that while what we say is a choice, our choice of words is also dictated by what is in our heart.   Support the show

How do we receive wisdom?  In "The Heart of Wisdom" Pastor John opens the book of Proverbs written by a man God gave wisdom beyond what anyone had before him, nor any like him after. Support the show

 Does being a follower of Christ guarantee you will always be happy? In "Just Do What Makes You Happy" Pastor John points out the difference between what the "world" offers and true joy offered by Jesus.  Support the show

How many of us deal with guilt and shame? In "You Get What You Deserve" Pastor John shows us that God doesn't give us what we deserve. Instead we receive something so much better!  Support the show

 How do we act when someone hurts us? In "You Won't Be Hurt By People" Pastor Manny shows us that while praying for people may or may not change them, it always changes us.  Support the show

How do we stay joyful in a situations that aren't?  In "Things Jesus Didn't Say| You Won't Have Bad Days" Pastor Bryan shows us a way to always have confidence and joy through life's ups and downs. Support the show

Will you "make room" for God?  In "Making Room for God's Story" Pastor John shows how God restores. Make some room for Him!  Support the show

Do you wonder what is next for you? In "The Unimaginable" Pastor John shows how even tragic circumstances can be turned around.  Support the show