65 episodes

The Ridge University Podcast is a place to explore and engage with a variety of topics relating to following Jesus in our everyday lives. In each conversation you’ll hear fresh insights and perspectives, equipping you with ways to practically live out your faith. Join us as we discover what it means to live as a Christian in the modern day.

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    • Religion & Spirituality

The Ridge University Podcast is a place to explore and engage with a variety of topics relating to following Jesus in our everyday lives. In each conversation you’ll hear fresh insights and perspectives, equipping you with ways to practically live out your faith. Join us as we discover what it means to live as a Christian in the modern day.

    From the Archives Series 1 Ep. 3: Am I Keeping Others from God?

    From the Archives Series 1 Ep. 3: Am I Keeping Others from God?

    From the Ridge University Podcast, it’s our From the Archives series, in which we take a look back a look back at some of the most memorable and impactful sermons from the past several years and then sprinkle in a little modern context. Today’s topic: Am I putting up barriers that are keeping others from coming to faith in Jesus?

    • 30 min
    From the Archives Series 1 Ep. 2: How Can I Find Joy in My Work?

    From the Archives Series 1 Ep. 2: How Can I Find Joy in My Work?

    From the Ridge University Podcast, it’s our From the Archives series, in which we take a look back a look back at some of the most memorable and impactful sermons from the past several years and then sprinkle in a little modern context. Today’s topic: Finding joy in our work. If that seems impossible to you, stay tuned. God’s got a plan. 

    • 25 min
    From the Archives Series 1 Ep. 1: How Can we Live Counterculturally?

    From the Archives Series 1 Ep. 1: How Can we Live Counterculturally?

    From the Ridge University Podcast, it’s our From the Archives series, in which we take a look back a look back at some of the most memorable and impactful sermons from the past several years and then sprinkle in a little modern context. Today’s topic: Living counterculturally amid a culture that doesn’t seem to need God. 

    • 35 min
    Walking Through Suffering Ep. 3: Finding Hope and Healing in Suffering

    Walking Through Suffering Ep. 3: Finding Hope and Healing in Suffering

    For many, the presence of suffering in the world presents a damning verdict on the existence of a good, all-powerful God. Or, if God does exist, it is suggested that He must not  care about the suffering we endure. But what does the Bible say about God and suffering? 

    Join Ridge U podcast host Will Herron and special guest Dr. Barb Braband as they conclude this series highlighting Scripture that breathes strength, courage and hope into hardship and pain. 

    Book Resources: Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering (Tim Keller) / A Grief Observed (C.S. Lewis) 

    For more info on counseling services and support groups at The Ridge click here.

    • 15 min
    Walking Through Suffering Ep. 2: Sharing Your Suffering and Coming Alongside Others

    Walking Through Suffering Ep. 2: Sharing Your Suffering and Coming Alongside Others

    Sharing our story of suffering can be difficult. In the days following a hardship, we often feel more like curling up into a ball rather than opening up to others. What are some of the ways we can get better at sharing our suffering and coming alongside others who are suffering? What are the “phases of suffering” and how can we identify them?  

    Join Ridge U podcast host Will Herron and special guest Dr. Barb Braband as they address these questions in episode two of “Walking Through Suffering.” 

    Book Resources: Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering (Tim Keller) / A Grief Observed (C.S. Lewis) 

    For more info on counseling services and support groups at The Ridge click here.

    • 15 min
    Walking Through Suffering Ep. 1: Identifying Suffering in Your Story

    Walking Through Suffering Ep. 1: Identifying Suffering in Your Story

    Despite the reality that each of us will encounter some form of suffering at some point in our lives, most people tend to avoid the topic. One might argue, why would we want to dwell on the difficult things in our lives? Isn’t it better to simply hope for the best or plan to face hardship when it comes? 

    Join Ridge U podcast host Will Herron and special guest Dr. Barb Braband as they begin this series discussing the importance of talking about suffering and being able to identify it in our own stories. 

    Book Resources: Walking with God Through Pain and Suffering (Tim Keller) / A Grief Observed (C.S. Lewis) 

    For more info on counseling services and support groups at The Ridge click here.

    • 21 min

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