The Story Behind the Song, Series 1, Ep. 1: "Build My Life"

The Shift: Empty Nesting w/ Mike and Sarah Van Rees

In The Shift, we're exploring the impact of major life events (marriage, new jobs, retirement, the birth of a child, etc.) on our priorities — including our commitments to faith and church communities. For some, these moments of change lead us closer to God and the family of faith; for others, these transitions put their faith and their priorities to the test. In this episode, host Dayne Logan sits down with Mike and Sarah Van Rees to learn how empty nesting has changed their relationship with their kids, their personal callings and their marriage. The Van Reeses share practical wisdom on how empty-nesters can avoid the perils of marital drift, divorce and detachment from church.

The Story Behind the Song, Series 1, Ep. 3: "All Hail King Jesus"

In The Story Behind the Song, we're taking a look at some of the most beloved and iconic worship songs — past and present — to learn where the songs came from, what they meant to their writers and why they've resonated with worshipers. In this episode, Worship Arts Director Kelsie DeReus joins Dayne and Will in the studio to discuss Bethel Music's "All Hail King Jesus," a song that tells the story of the most important moment in history: The death and resurrection of Jesus. This is not a song that shies away from the grimmer, darker part of the story; rather, it shines a light on the grief and despair of the cross and, in doing so, magnifies the glory that would follow. As you listen, it might be handy to have the lyrics in front of you: https://genius.com/Jeremy-riddle-all-hail-king-jesus-lyrics [https://genius.com/Jeremy-riddle-all-hail-king-jesus-lyrics]

The Story Behind the Song, Series 1, Ep. 2: "The Heart of Worship"

In The Story Behind the Song, we're taking a look at some of the most beloved and iconic worship songs — past and present — to learn where the songs came from, what they meant to their writers and why they've resonated with worshipers. In this episode, experienced worship leader Will Herron and worshiper Dayne Logan discuss Matt Redman's "The Heart of Worship," a song about seeing worship not as something we consume or even something we experience but rather as something we bring to God. It is an offering. As you listen, it might be handy to have the lyrics in front of you: https://genius.com/Matt-redman-the-heart-of-worship-lyrics [https://genius.com/Matt-redman-the-heart-of-worship-lyrics]

The Story Behind the Song, Series 1, Ep. 1: "Build My Life"

In The Story Behind the Song, we're taking a look at some of the most beloved and iconic worship songs — past and present — to learn where the songs came from, what they meant to their writers and why they've resonated with worshipers. In this episode, experienced worship leader Will Herron and worshiper Dayne Logan discuss "Build My Life," a song with a singular focus that calls Christians to make Jesus more than an accessory and their faith more than an item on their to-do list. As you listen, it might be handy to have the lyrics in front of you: https://genius.com/Pat-barrett-build-my-life-lyrics [https://genius.com/Pat-barrett-build-my-life-lyrics]

The Why? Series 2, Ep. 3: The Person and Work of Jesus Christ

Join Ridge Leader Pastor Mike Van Rees and Ridge U host Will Herron as they unpack some of the why behind familiar aspects of church life.