West Ridge with John Goebbel
Episodes
310 episodes
The Most Important Thing
What does it mean when it is said "sometimes we must be saved from ourselves"? In "The Most Important Thing" Pastor James explains the difference between disguised preferences and Biblical truth.
Suffering
As Christians, how do we handle suffering? In today's message, Pastor Doug explains that the biggest weapon we have in enduring suffering is perspective -- meaning we trust Him, seek His answers, His help, His resolution and His timing, n...
When God Doesn't Do It
Do we somethings think of God like a vending machine? In "When God Doesn't Do It", Pastor John described many examples in the Bible where people's motivation for doing God's will was to receive a certain blessing. While that certain...
Faith and Priorities
Would you say that something you like to do brings you closer to, or further from, God? In "Faith and Priorities" Pastor John shows how many things can be either good or bad depending on what priority we give to it.
The Story of Zaccheus
How would you describe a "Christian-ish" person? In "The Story of Zaccheus", Pastor Todd compares examples from the Bible, where some believe they are fine and don't need to grow deeper in their faith, versus some who earnestly seek God.&...
The Trap
Would someone describe you as someone who is wholeheartedly following after Jesus? In "The Trap", Pastor John describes the 5 signs that might say whether that is true or not.
Self-Control
When the Bible uses the word 'grace' to describe how God deals with our sin, what does that really mean? In "Self-Control" Pastor John describes how we should view God's grace and how that doesn't include using it as a license to continue...
The Blessings of Gentleness
What are "blessings of gentleness"? In today's message, Pastor John explains how you become more credible, persuasive and even attractive, when you work in the "fruit" of gentleness.
One Word That Will Change Your Life
What is that one word? In "One Word That Will Change Your Life" Pastor John explains how "faithfulness" in how you treat people, how you steward resources and how you respond to God's word are often underestimated as to their long term si...
Goodness of God
What is one reason some people have less hope for the future? In "Goodness of God" Pastor John shares that hope really comes when we anticipate God's goodness.
The 4 Un-s that Rob Kindness
Why does the world seem less kind? In “The 4 Un-s that Rob Kindness” Pastor John shares some things that "steal" kindness from our world.
Patience in Layers
Why is "patience our pathway to maturity"? In "Patience in Layers" Pastor John described the four reasons this statement is true.
Peace Stack
How do we have peace in our life when facing trouble, especially trouble beyond what we can handle on our own? In "Peace Stack" Pastor John shares that we must remember that Jesus knows all things and has all power, and He even said that ...
Joy
What does the phrase "joy is a focus, not a feeling" mean? In "Joy", Pastor John explains the differences in how the "world" defines joy and how the Bible defines joy - especially through the trials of life.
Walk in Love
Can you disagree with someone, but still love them? In "Walk in Love" Pastor John shows how even those those who crucified Jesus obviously held very different beliefs from those of Jesus, Jesus still loved them.
He will guide you ...
What was the primary purpose for God sending the Holy Spirit to us? In "He will guide you..." Pastor John shows how Jesus described Holy Spirit as the "Spirit of truth" (John 6:13) and how it is by His Spirit that we are guided by truth a...
The Anointed King
When you hear the scripture "And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you...", do you feel that applies to you? In "The Anointed King" Pastor John explains that if Jesus can resurrect from the grave, He can res...
This is the Church
What do you do when you realize that something you do today could affect eternity for someone else? In "This is the Church" Pastor John explains that as disciples of Jesus, we of course listen to Him, but also do what he says, even when i...
Everyone Bring One
How does Jesus' parable of the banquet found in Luke 14 relate to you and I today? In "Everyone Bring One" Pastor John explains that while everyone may not accept your invitation to attend church, some are just waiting for an invitation a...
Another City for Christ
Have you invited someone to church recently? In "Another City for Christ", Pastor John shows, through the example of Jesus speaking to the Samaritan woman at the well, that we start by just having a conversation and sharing our story.
Is it Right for You?
What does it mean to be in "bondage to anger"? In "Is it Right for You?" Pastor John describes how when we are tested, one response can be anger. But consider that many of life's tests can grow us and move us closer to God -- if we ...
A Real Life Foreshadow
We know of Jesus' mentioning of Jonah being in the "belly of a huge fish" (Matt 12:40 NIV) as Jesus would be in a tomb, but what other foreshadowing did the book of Jonah provide? In "A Real Life Foreshadow", Pastor John describes the par...
Genuine Prayer
Almost all of us will pray when life becomes chaotic, but why wait that long to express heartfelt prayers? In "Genuine Prayer" Pastor John reminds us that God is always with us, with His wisdom, encouragement, and provision to prepare you...