Canyon Ridge Christian Church Podcast

MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49325192
RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org
BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

What’s harder than facing a challenge? Facing it alone. In 1 Peter, Peter’s audience knew persecution and exclusion, causing them to doubt their faith. But he reminds them that following Jesus is not meant to be a solo journey. Together, you are a living stone, chosen and valued by God, being built into something much greater than you can imagine. How will you lean into the community around you, offering what God has placed inside you?

Chapters:
00:00:00 Following Jesus Together
00:06:32 Overcoming Cultural and Personal Challenges in Faith
00:13:36 Understanding Identity in Faith  
00:20:54 Building Community through Love and Support  
00:28:17 Making Space for Others: A Biblical Perspective  
00:35:53 Embracing Your Unique Contribution to Community

MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49321704
RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org
BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

How have you been conformed to culture? Followers of Jesus are called to holiness, which sets them apart from the culture of the world. 1 Peter 1:13-16 teaches that when your hope is in Jesus, your behavior changes to look more like God and less like the world. Consider how you can prepare your mind, exercise self-control, hope in Jesus, and live obediently to reflect God's holiness instead of conforming to the world.

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Living well with Jesus in a world that doesn't cooperate
00:06:30 - The Promise of Restoration
00:13:31 - Living in Obedience and Hope
00:20:29 - Pursuing Holiness with God as the Standard
00:27:31 - The Path to Lasting Happiness
00:34:48 - Redemption through Jesus' Blood
00:41:54 - Reminder to Like, Subscribe and Share

MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49318342
RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org
BLOG: https://canyonridge.org/blogs/

Chapters:

00:00 - There's Something Different About Followers of Jesus
03:00 - Characteristics of Hopeful People
09:44 - What is Hope in a Difficult World?
14:35 - The Book of Peter
20:03 - Peter: There Is Joy Ahead, Even Though Things Are Hard
27:35 - Put All Your Hopes in God's Kingdom

Have you ever lived in a place that didn't feel like home? In those times, you might feel like an outcast or that the environment is not right for you. 1 Peter 2:9-12 teaches us that followers of Jesus will feel that way in this broken world. Following Jesus with holiness and generosity is counter-cultural to the world, which praises selfishness and personal gain. 

How can you embrace who Jesus says you are in a world that seldom cooperates?

1. Remember who you are in Christ.
2. Do what he says.

MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49311469
RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org
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When did you last feel overwhelmed by the pace of life and disconnected from your purpose? Matthew 28:19 and 1 Peter 2:9 remind us of Jesus’ call to live intentionally and become disciple-makers. Jesus modeled a life of purposeful, unhurried relationships, inviting us to follow His example and guide others to Him. How can you slow down and focus on discipling those around you this week?

Chapters:
00:00:00 - Unpacking the Purpose of Living Unhurried
00:04:27 - The Mission to Make Disciples
00:08:44 - We are all priests
00:13:10 - Simple Tools for Disciple Making
00:17:31 - Sharing your Experience with Jesus
00:21:46 - The Abundance of the Heart Coming Out of the Mouth
00:26:19 - Being Bold and Ordinary
00:30:45 - Sharing the Goodness of God with Others
00:34:53 - Starting a Movement of Faith
00:39:18 - Joining Us Every Week

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Your habits and practices inform every part of your life. What would it look like to order those habits around Jesus and his Word? Would you have to change things? Followers of Jesus should always follow the guiding principle to be disciples and make disciples (Matthew 28:18-20). Answer these three questions to help identify the spaces where you can make disciples:

-Where am I going?
-Who is with me, prayerfully supporting me as I make disciples?
-Who is close to me but might be far from God?

MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49298039
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Feeling overwhelmed by work demands and money stress? As life speeds up, God invites us to slow down and reflect. Are you heading in the right direction, at the right pace? God created you to contribute meaningfully, reflecting His image in your work and generosity. Pause and ask, "God, how do you want to reshape my approach to work and money?" Aligning your efforts with His purpose brings true joy and fulfillment. Commit to inviting God into every aspect of your life, trusting Him to guide your steps.

MESSAGE NOTES: https://www.bible.com/events/49294839
RESOURCES: https://www.canyonridge.org

Do you ever struggle to balance your spiritual life with your physical well-being? Many of us neglect one for the other, but God created us as integrated beings. Our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, meant to honor Him. How can you better align your physical habits with your spiritual devotion? Reflect on how your daily activities, rest, and health reflect your worship of God. Commit to inviting God to transform every aspect of your life for His glory.

Make your Rule of Life and let God form your pace and priorities this summer. Visit this link for the Rule of Life guide: https://www.canyonridge.org/single-studies/what-is-a-rule-of-life