West Ridge with John Goebbel
Welcome to the weekly podcast of West Ridge Church led by Pastor John Goebbel. We're dedicated to helping you connect with God and reach your community. To learn more or to support the vision of this ministry, visit our website at westridge.cc.
Episodes
256 episodes
The Truth
How do we define "truth" today? In "The Truth" Pastor John shares that while many people think they know the truth, the "truth" is that we are all flawed people with incomplete understanding of any situation. The only complete truth...
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42:05
I am the Vine
What does it mean when the Bible says we are lying to ourselves? In "I am the Vine", Pastor John explains how he's heard people say "I don't want to give up my freedom by becoming a Christian" and what that really means.
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39:59
Light of the World
Are there things, as a child, that made you afraid of the dark? In "Light of the World" Pastor John reminds us that darkness can only occur when there is an absence of light. The Bible says that Jesus is light, in fact he said "I am...
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29:47
Water of Life
We all know about wars, but did you know there is a spiritual war being fought and do you know what weapons are used? In "Water of Life" Pastor John shows how there is a battle of words being fought. Where do our words come from?&nb...
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50:23
The Bread of Heaven
When the Bible speaks about "bread", what might that include? In "The Bread of Heaven", Pastor John discusses how the Bible describes it as physical food, it is also described as something more profound - "For the bread of God is He who c...
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47:14
The Big Three
Do you honor the authority figures in your life? In "The Big Three" Pastor John shows that while honoring certain authorities may be difficult, they have been placed there by God (Romans 13:1) and God honors those who follow His will.
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48:41
The Sky and Stars
Isn't it interesting that God not only sees you, as you are today, but also knows your legacy - of how your life will affect others, even after we are gone from this Earth? In "The Sky and Stars" Pastor John explains that Daniel, now in t...
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38:02
An Inside Look
Have you felt like you had no strength remaining to fight some battle? In "An Inside Look", Pastor John recounts how even someone as favored by God as Daniel, mourned over a situation in which he felt he had no control. What he lear...
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Talking with God
Is praying out loud, especially in a group of people, a little awkward? In "Talking with God", Pastor John points out that it is really just talking with God - keep it simple, real and honoring.
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42:48
Sealed Vision
Did you know that the predictions found in the book of Daniel are so accurate that skeptics claim the book had to have been written after they occurred? In "Sealed Vision" Pastor Bryan outlines how the book of Daniel not only predicted Al...
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32:03
Daniel's Heavenly Short
Why is it important to understand the prophecies mentioned in the book of Daniel? In "Daniel's Heavenly Short", Pastor John reminds us that the Bible is always spot on with its historical prophecies. Because of this, we should trust...
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42:00
Set Apart
So what exactly was the Jewish event called "Pentacost"? In "Set Apart", Pastor John describes the feast, but more importantly, discussed what happened during the first Pentacost after the crucifixion of Jesus.
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44:51
The Anointed One
How accurately was the predicted date of when the Messiah would be "cut off"? In "The Anointed One", Pastor John shows how the exact year was prophesied over 400 years before it happened, providing another proof that Jesus is indeed Israe...
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42:36
Integrity in Faith
What if you were told to not pray? In "integrity in Faith" Pastor John describes how Daniel faced the same situation, but chose to honor God.
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41:36
Comprehension and Courage
How do you live out one's faith as God would call one to do? In "Comprehension and Courage", Phil Puleo outlines that there are three key components that produce culture engaging Christian leaders.
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34:33
Pride Test
What does it mean when it is said "you will either have humility or humiliation"? In the "Pride Test", Pastor John discusses how when don't listen for God's direction, we naturally move forward with incomplete understanding, and set ourse...
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A Clear Difference in Worship
What is "true worship"? In "A Clear Difference in Worship" Pastor John describes the various methods that the world tries to counterfeit the Kingdom of God, and how this counterfeit always rules through fear and control.
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35:27
God is in Control of All
Do people control the plans God has for you? In "God is in Control of All", Pastor John reminds us that people can call you anything they want, but they can't change the calling God has put into you.
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49:05
Two Spirits at Work
What are these two spirits? In "Two Spirits at Work", Pastor John explains that the only way we can know we are being influenced by something other than God, is to know God.
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47:03
Your Step
What is the root cause of worry? In "Your Step", Pastor John highlighted, that while following Jesus' instructions to not worry can be hard using our own strength and wisdom, if we truly trust Him and what he is doing, then we can have pe...
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48:06
Make a Difference
Are you asking yourselves, "how can I make a difference?" In "Make a Difference", Pastor John explains that God has not only made you, the Holy Spirit has empowered you and "supercharged" you to make a difference. Jesus said this li...
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47:00
Discover Your Purpose
If you can do anything for the rest of your life, what would it be? In "Discover Your Purpose" Pastor John reminds us that God made us all and He gave us special talents and gifts…and those things are to be used for His Kingdom, glory, an...
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Find Freedom
What is the "freedom" that Jesus mentions? In "Find Freedom", Pastor John explains while some would say "I'm free to do whatever I want", perhaps we can ask ourselves "am I happy and fulfilled where I am right now, and if not, what might ...
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