Jesus called his disciples to come and follow Him. More than a simple profession of faith, the decision made by the disciples was highly practical, it involved every area of their lives. So how can we mirror that same devotion and surrender to Jesus today?

Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS Host Will Herron as they explore the dangers of partial Christianity and discover afresh Jesus' call to come and follow Him with everything we have.

As Solomon establishes his kingdom, he also begins to administer justice, which means he is forced to make a decision regarding Joab, the nephew of King David and the commander of his army. Joab's story and his role within the kingdom is a complicated one. But Joab shows us something important — something we as followers of Jesus can't gloss over. Message by Mike Van ReesScripture referenced: 1 Kings 2:28–35

As we continue our series through the life of King Solomon, we encounter a conflict between his parents, David and Bathsheba. Relational conflict is common to us all, but how exactly should we approach it as followers of Jesus?

Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS Host Will Herron as they explore some practical ways we can navigate conflict in a God-honoring way. 

In 1 Kings chapter 1, King David is nearing the end of his life. The obvious question before him is this: Who will succeed him as king? The obvious plan would be David's oldest living son, Adonijah — the heir apparent. That's how monarchies work, isn't it? Turns out God had something else in mind. Message by Mike Van ReesScripture referenced: 1 Kings 1

As we begin a new sermon series looking at the life of Solomon, one thing is clear, his family was dysfunctional! Sadly, many of us have similar experiences. So, how do we go about navigating challenging aspects of our family history and our lives as followers of Jesus?

Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS Host Will Herron as they explore God's ability to redeem even the darkest dysfunction in our families.

Solomon, the wisest, wealthiest, most-renowned king in the Old Testament. But his story doesn't begin with renown or wisdom or wealth. Rather it begins with family. As a prince, Solomon was born the son of a king — King David. And his mother was Bathsheba. From his first breath, Solomon's life may have been one of privilege, but it was also one marked by scandal, deceit and dysfunction.Message by Mike Van ReesScripture referenced: 2 Samuel 11:2–4, 12:24, 13:14, 28, 15:10; 1 Kings 3:9a; 1 Chronicles 18:14; Luke 4:18–19; Romans 5:3-4; Ephesians 4:32; 2 Corinthians 5:17

Whether its situations within our personal or work lives or events happening across the world, there are many things that can trigger a sense of fear and anxiety within us. So how do we as followers of Jesus combat these feelings?

Join BTS Host Will Herron and long-time Ridger Julie Wiemann as they explore some practical next steps to experiencing God's presence and peace in the midst of strain and stress.

The pace in which we move day by day is exhausting. And life isn't slowing down. In psalm 46, God tells us to be still. So we know solitude and stillness are good. But they don't happen without great intention. Message by Julie WiemannScripture referenced: Psalm 46

Statistics show that Americans work on average 49 hours per week, receive digital communication every 11 minutes, and also sleep less than previous generations. What does this all tell us? We are living at a fast pace! But what does the Bible have to say about this kind of lifestyle? What are the long-term implications spiritually, physically and relationally? 

Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS Host Will Herron as they wrap up our series God at Work by exploring the crucial, life-giving practice of Sabbath.

What is the meaning and purpose of the Sabbath? Why is rest important, where does it fit in our working world, and why does God want it for us? In short, something happens when we obey — something valuable comes from taking time for measured rest.

Message by Mike Van Rees

Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1, 2:2–3; Exodus 20:8–11; Matthew 11:28