West Ridge with John Goebbel

What would Jesus' government described Isaiah look like? In "This is Different" Pastor John points out that it would be very different from what what we see today. Support the show

What does it mean to praise? In "Yadah Comes Together" Pastor John shows that not only will people and nations praise God, but all "works of God's hands" (all creation) will praise and give thanks ('yadah') to God. Support the show

Is it okay to be "crabby"? In "Give Thanks Out Loud", Pastor John reminds us that no matter what is happening in our lives, we can still thank God for this day. Remember, His faithfulness never ends and His mercies are new every morning. Give thanks out loud! Support the show

How do you worship God? In "To Cast or Throw", Pastor John shows how the Bible teaches believers to honor, respect, surrender and repent and come to God in a posture of praise and surrender. Support the show

Are you now, or have you been in trouble where your mind is reeling, and you are trying to figure out what to do? In "A Psalm When Trouble Comes" Pastor John shows how in every situation, God's way is the right even if we have to change our heart and be transformed. Support the show

Why did the Apostle Paul say he is a "bond servant"? In "Clear Living and Thinking" Pastor John reviewed Pau's letter to the Colossians where we learn that we as followers of Christ are forever legally and spiritually indebted to the one who saved us and paid our debt. Support the show

Has God called you to live differently and think differently? In "Think Differently" Pastor John shows how, if you can be transformed and live this out, you will be a blessing to the Lord, His Church and even your enemies! Support the show

What is the difference between reading the Bible and living out the Bible? In "A Boldness for Truth", Pastor John explains how we are to "spend less time in our heads (tree of knowledge of good and evil) and more time with Jesus (tree of life). Support the show

What can each of us do to help the lost, hurting people who don't know the freedom that comes from following Christ? In "2025 Vision", Pastor John shares the message that we are the messengers, the "runners" described in Habakkuk, to help people know God, find freedom, discover their purpose and make a difference. Support the show

When tough times come, will your faith allow you to trust God all the more? In "No Matter What ... Faith" Pastor John shares that when we listen to God, we must trust and be faithful to what He says. Support the show

Have you ever read (or heard about) a story in the Bible and realized you may be the "bad guy" in the story? In "A Story", Pastor Doug tells is how while we all make poor choices and go against God's laws, we are not only forgiven while were sinners, but He also commands us to forgive others -- and do so even before they ask for forgiveness. Support the show

Have you been presented with choices, one "easy" but not requiring much faith, and another that would require more faith? In "Demonstrate Your Faith", Pastor John shares how faith require sacrifice. But remember, faith in Christ makes the impossible possible. Support the show

Can a tragedy become a turning point? in "Heavenly Hope", Pastor John explains how, as followers of Christ, "... we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose." Support the show

What do you place your faith in? In "Impossible without Faith", Pastor John explains we all believe certain things and for certain reasons, but, do we say "I can't see it, so I don't believe?" Many people in the Bible said the same thing, but God always proved to be faithful. Support the show

Is the purpose of the church to point out how wrong someone is acting? In "Catch and Retain", Pastor Manny explains that the church is a place to restore, bring in and heal those in need. Support the show

Have you ever said "I'm not a leader"? In "Spiritual Leaders Make Disciples" Pastor James reminds us that the Bible is filled with examples of ordinary, flawed people, but who are then equipped by God to become great leaders. Can God equip you? Support the show

Does your mind sometimes drift to other things while you are in a conversation with someone? In "Seen and Served", Pastor Bryan showed great examples of how we should be imitators of Jesus, showing where He took the time to listen and truly see the person in front of Him. Support the show

Are we seeking wisdom from the Lord and helping others, or are we just giving our input? In "Get Wisdom" Pastor John unpacks Proverbs chapter 15 shows how to be gentle rather than defensive in our responses to certain situations. Support the show

Do you share "news" (gossip) about other people? In "Testing What is Inside" Pastor John reminds us that 1) we really can't make proper judgments without knowing the full story and only God knows another person's heart plus 2) we wouldn't want someone else to judge us that way. Support the show

Do we consume the Word of God like "birthday cake" or as "bread". In "The Breath of God" Pastor David described birthday cake being something that is served to you on special occasions versus something you take and eat daily as food. In other words, do we wait for a Pastor to serve up the Word of God once a week or do we go and actively seek and consume it on our own? And like his example of the bodies of the starving children who no longer felt hungry for food, we too may b...