The Bible has some things to say about money. Here, in the first verses of chapter five, James addresses a specific group of people: the rich. And he offers some perspective and guidance, revealing the responsibility that comes with wealth. Message by Mike Van Rees Scripture referenced: James 5:1–6

Death is a subject we rarely think about, and yet few things are more universally relevant. Our time on earth is limited, and James reminds us of this reality in his letter. Is it possible that considering our passing in the future can actually be life giving in the present? If so, how so?

Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS host Will Herron as they discuss the benefits of living with a healthy awareness of our finite existence here on earth.

Humility. God values it. In fact, He gives grace to the humble. So, how do know if we have humility? And if not, how do we get it? James offers us some answers and guidance and perspective on what humility is and how we can gain it. Message by Mike Van ReesScripture referenced: James 4:13–17

In life, there will be conflict. It’s part of the cost of relationship. So, what do we do with it? What do we do about it? James tells us there’s a better way — a Biblical way — to handle conflict. Message by Mike Van ReesScripture referenced: James 4:1–10

Let's be honest; while conflict may be a familiar part of our lives, most of us prefer to avoid it. It seems easier to sweep things under the rug or harbor our grievances. Yet in James 4, we are invited into a different and ultimately healthier way of dealing with conflict.

Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS host Will Herron as they explore some practical steps to navigating conflict in a Christ-like way.

Like many things, trust is easier said than done. We might declare in songs and prayers that we trust in God, but when we take an honest look at ourselves, we may find our ultimate trust lies in more temporary/earthly things.

God is clearly more dependable, powerful and faithful, so why do we do that? What does it mean to wholeheartedly trust in God?

Join BTS host Dayne Logan and Ridge Discipleship Director Will Herron as they take a deeper look at what the Bible teaches us about trust.

God is faithful and constant, never changing. Yet it is so easy for us to put our trust elsewhere in temporary, changeable things for security and peace. How, then, do we avoid that? And what does it look like to trust God wholeheartedly? Message by Will HerronScripture referenced: Proverbs 3:5–12

Often, due to our limited vantage point, we're unable to see the danger of the things we desire. But what about the requests that we know are good, like the healing of a loved one? What do we do when God says "no", when we feel any loving parent would say, "yes"?

Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS host Will Herron as they explore these challenging questions and more in this week's BTS episode.

Here, in the beginning of chapter four, James teaches us some very important things about prayer: Sometimes we don’t receive simply because we don’t ask. Other times, we don’t receive because what we are asking would not be good for us. Message by Mike Van ReesScripture referenced: James 4:1–3

It’s one thing to acquire knowledge about God and His ways; it’s another to live it out and become a person of wisdom and self-control. So, what are some of the obstacles to living wisely, and how do we overcome them? How to we grow to think, act and speak in a manner consistent with God’s wisdom?

Join Ridge Lead Pastor Mike Van Rees and BTS host Will Herron as they seek for answers to these questions and more in James 3:13-18.