To Be A Disciple

Beyond the Sermon: What is God's Role and Our Role in Facing Life's Challenges?

God has brought the Israelites to the edge of the Promised Land. Moses sends out troops to scout out the land but there is a problem – it's inhabited and fortified! The Israelites are facing a challenge of huge proportions. Which raises the question for us: how do we go about facing challenges in our lives? Is it solely on us to figure it out or should we "let go and let God"?   Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS Host Will Herron as they discuss these questions and more on this week's Beyond the Sermon.

The Importance of Perspective

Israel has reached the border of the Promised Land. But before entering in, Moses wisely sends twelve spies into Canaan to scout the area and gather intelligence. After 40 days they return with a report but with differing perspectives. Though they all saw and witnessed the same thing, ten spies are at odds with two. Which perspective is accurate? Message by Mike Van ReesScripture referenced: Numbers 13

Rebellion and Its Consequences

God gives Saul detailed instructions to carry out a brutal mission. It was direction he didn't like and didn't want to do. So, Saul only partially obeys the command he was given. This act of rebellion and its consequences affect Saul deeply. There's much for us to see and learn from the situation. Message by Mike Van Rees Scripture referenced: 1 Samuel 15

Beyond the Sermon: Why Did God Command the Destruction of an Entire People Group?

Not far into 1 Samuel 15, God gives Saul and the Israelite army some brutal orders, commanding them to destroy the Amalekites: men, women, children and cattle. At first read, this seems rather harsh and severe. What do we do with it? How should we approach this passage and others like it?     Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS Host Will Herron as they uncover some tools to help us better understand Bible passages like this.

Beyond the Sermon: How Should We Read the Bible?

Reading through the Bible, you may find many parts that inspire, encourage and direct you in your life. Yet there are other parts that at first seem confusing, raising questions as to how we are to understand and apply what we are reading. So how can we go about reading the Bible in a way that leads to understanding, application and transformation?    Join Ridge Family Ministries Director and BTS Host Will Herron as they discuss this question and more on this week's Beyond the Sermon.