The Ridge Cast

Equipping Summit Audio - Why Does God Allow Pain And Suffering? Featuring Guest Speaker: Dr. Jana Harmon

This podcast episode features the keynote session from our recent Equipping Summit, where we tackled one of the most profound and persistent challenges to faith: Why does God allow suffering? . If you’ve ever found yourself asking, "If God is good, why is there so much suffering?", or if you’re walking alongside someone who is, this summit is for you. About the SpeakerDr. Jana Harmon is a leading voice in cultural apologetics. She serves as a Senior Fellow for Christian Apologetics with the C.S. Lewis Institute and is an adjunct professor at Biola University.Dr. Harmon brings a unique perspective to the problem of suffering, informed by her landmark doctoral research at the University of Birmingham, where she studied the conversion stories of 50 former atheists. As the host of the eX-skeptic podcast, she is known for her ability to bridge the gap between rigorous intellectual inquiry and a compassionate, evangelistic heart. You can find more of her work and resources at exskeptic.org.

Strategies To Fast During Seek & Surrender

In this episode Pastor Mark joins David to discuss strategies to fast during the season leading up to Easter. They dive deeper into practical tools and tips for fasting. Discussion about the Scriptural foundation for fasting and its benefits are at the forefront.

2819 RidgeMen's Conference - Main Session 2 with Dr. Chris Harper

Main Stage Session 2 with Dr. Chris Harper from RidgeMen 2819 Conference 2025 - "The weight of responsibility".

Equipping Summit With Dr. Jana Harmon - Talking With Skeptics

This is the audio recording from our first Equipping Summit in February, 2025. Dr. Harmon shared findings from her research about what factors influence someone from going from skepticism to believers. About Our Speaker: Dr. Jana Harmon is a Senior Fellow for Christian Apologetics with the C.S. Lewis Institute and a Teaching Fellow for C.S. Lewis Institute Atlanta. She also serves on the Atlanta Advisory Board and teaches Cultural Apologetics as an adjunct professor at Biola University. Her groundbreaking doctoral research explores the journeys of 50 former atheists who converted to Christianity, offering unique insights into the intersection of faith and skepticism. As the host of the eX-skeptic podcast, Dr. Harmon approaches apologetics with a practical and evangelistic focus, empowering Christians to engage thoughtfully with diverse perspectives. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Birmingham, England, and continues to inspire audiences worldwide with her expertise and passion for faith.

Did Constantine Make Up The New Testament?

Did Constantine decide what books should be in the New Testament? What is the Council of Nicea? How did we get the New Testament Bible today? In this episode scholar Randy Price rejoins Pastor David to discuss the important historical events and processes that developed the Bible we read today. Randy Price holds a bachelors from Liberty University, M.A. in philosophical apologetics from Houston Baptist University, M.A. in systematic theology, and an M.A. in Church History from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Randy is currently enrolled in the Th.M program at Duke University. He has published articles in the Heythrop Journal, the Expository Times, and Perichoresis Theological Journal. Randy's research field is in ethical engagement with technology from a Christian perspective. He also specializes in Historical Theology, particularly in regards to the English Reformation.