What are you really trusting in? As we close our series in the book of James, we look at how relying on wealth, comfort, or our own desires leaves us empty—and why hope is only found in Christ. In Sunday's message, we unpack James 5, calling us to deny ourselves, strengthen our hearts, and look to the Lord who is near.

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Arch and Tim dive into James 4, talking about the three enemies we all face—flesh, world, and the devil. They unpack how envy, lust, and subtle cultural influences can steal our focus and share practical ways to fight back with God’s Word, community, and the armor of God.

We all face enemies—within, around us, and spiritual. Pastor Tim explores the three main enemies every person faces: the flesh, the world, and the devil. Drawing from James 4, he shows how these forces create confusion and division, and how God equips us to overcome them with humility and the power of His Spirit.

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Think before you speak—and speak with purpose! In this episode of Side Notes, Josh and Arch dive into James 3 to help us navigate the power of our words, offering tips to encourage, build up, and reflect God’s love in everything we say.

Words have power—to build up or tear down, to bring peace or cause harm. In James 3, Pastor Josh shares why our words matter and why it’s so hard to control them. This message reminds us that taming the tongue isn’t about trying harder—it’s about letting God shape our speech through His Word, prayer, and the Holy Spirit.

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Arch and Josh dive into James 2 and the connection between faith and works—how genuine faith shows up in how we treat people. From favoritism and compassion to finding real purpose in following Jesus, they share practical ways to live out a faith that moves toward others.

In James 2, Pastor Josh unpacks how genuine faith in Christ should shape the way we see and serve others. Faith isn’t just something we believe—it’s something that shows up in everyday life. From resisting favoritism to putting love into action, acts of mercy, compassion, and practical care reveal a faith that is alive, growing, and visible to the world around us.

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This week, Adam sits down with Josh to kick off the book of James, talking through trials, temptations, and how God uses hard things to refine us. From finding joy in the middle of struggles to moving from hearing God’s Word to doing it, they keep it honest, practical, and a little funny along the way. It’s real faith, real stories, and a few laughs—perfect for a midweek boost.

We all face challenges in life, but God has given us what we need to stand strong. Kicking off our new series "James," Pastor Josh walks through Chapter 1 and shows how trials can lead to maturity, how faith grows through endurance, and how we’re called to not just hear God’s Word—but live it out.

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Josh and Arch sit down to unpack the final thoughts from "Welcome to The Ridge" and talk about what’s next. They dive into the “3 P’s”—pray, participate, and be patient—and how trusting God and stepping in now sets us up for the future. From navigating change to celebrating small wins, they share stories, laughs, and real-life lessons from following Jesus.