January 2, 2018
I’ve always been intrigued to read these words in the Christmas story. “The shepherds went back to their flocks…” (Luke 2:20). It’s safe to say that as long as they lived, the shepherds would never have an...
December 18, 2017
My wife and I have a Christmas tradition. We watch some of the classic Christmas movies every year. Three that almost always make the list are Home Alone, Elf, and A Christmas Story. Every year I teach the Christmas story from the Bible. I enjoy...
December 7, 2017
As Randy Gilbert steps away from his 15 years as youth pastor at The Ridge, I can’t help but reminisce. While there are many more, here are 3 outstanding characteristics he has and what I’ve learned from him. Fun. The 2 of us...
November 21, 2017
Holidays can be difficult times, especially when your circumstances are difficult. Broken or dysfunctional relationships, divorce, death, significant health issues, financial stress, infertility, loneliness, depression, anxiety...