Ashley Ridge Church is a growing church family in Summerville, South Carolina. We believe that life is better together, and we hope this podcast encourages you to grow closer to God and those around you. Each week we create intentional environments to engage everyone from our littlest ones to adults on their level. We invite you to experience church differently with us. For more information, visit www.ashleyridgechurch.org or find us on social media. #BetterTogetherSC #ForSVL
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Scripture Reference: Joshua 2 Let’s GO! Series Wk 4 God is faithful, and the best is yet to be! Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land after years of wandering and years of questioning. They were weary, but excited; unprepared, and yet fully equipped by God. As we’re prepping for our Promised Land move, it’s time to be strong and courageo…
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Scripture Reference: Joshua 2 Let’s GO! Series Wk 4 God will lead you where you need to go, and not just where you want to go. Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land after years of wandering and years of questioning. They were weary, but excited; unprepared, and yet fully equipped by God. As we’re prepping for our Promised Land move, it’s…
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Scripture Reference: Joshua 1:12-18 Let’s GO! Series Wk 3 You are the help someone needs. Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land after years of wandering and years of questioning. They were weary, but excited; unprepared, and yet fully equipped by God. As we’re prepping for our Promised Land move, it’s time to be strong and courageous. As…
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Scripture Reference: Joshua 1:7-9 and Acts 4:13 Let’s GO! Series Wk 2 You can be courageous and careful if you hold on to God. Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land after years of wandering and years of questioning. They were weary, but excited; unprepared, and yet fully equipped by God. As we’re prepping for our Promised Land move, it’s…
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Scripture Reference: Joshua 1:1-2 Let’s GO! Series Wk 1 Pay attention to the tension. Joshua led the Israelites into the Promised Land after years of wandering and years of questioning. They were weary, but excited; unprepared, and yet fully equipped by God. As we’re prepping for our Promised Land move, it’s time to be strong and courageous. As you…
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Scripture Reference: Jonah 1:1-3, 2:7-10, 4:2 Jonah Ever wanted a do-over? We all want second chances but sometimes struggle to offer them. What if that reluctance is hindering our own fresh start? Discover how one man found his second chance in the most unexpected way. You can’t outrun God! -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeC…
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Scripture Reference: John 1.35-46 In Every Community Wk 4 Every community needs a church like ours…but what does that mean? Over the next few weeks we’ll take a look at the pillars that make us, us. Spiritual growth is a shared journey. Prioritizing intentional relationships help guide us in our journey to follow and obey Jesus. -------------------…
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Scripture Reference: Luke 19:1-10 In Every Community Wk 3 Every community needs a church like ours…but what does that mean? Over the next few weeks we’ll take a look at the pillars that make us, us. We’re making space for people to belong before they believe. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyrid…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 18:1-6 and 19:13-15 In Every Community Series Wk 2 Every community needs a church that is outward-facing, focused on the next generation, intent on creating irresistible environments, and prioritizing relational discipleship. We are that church For Summerville! -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChu…
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Scripture Reference: Acts 15:19-20, Matthew 28:18-20, and Matthew 22:36-40 In Every Community Series Wk 1 Every community needs a church that is outward-facing, focused on the next generation, intent on creating irresistible environments, and prioritizing relational discipleship. We are that church For Summerville! -------------------------- Connec…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 28:1-20 Go and Show Faith demands action - Jesus is too good to keep to ourselves! Jesus is alive and it’s time to celebrate! Join Pastor Jenn and Ashley Ridge Worship for an unforgettable Easter worship experience. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org…
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Join us for an intimate, Good Friday worship experience with communion. This interactive worship service will incorporate singing, scripture, communion, and active engagement with Jesus’ journey to the cross. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 7:15-28 This is the Way Series Wk 5 Following Jesus leads to a life full of love, joy, hope, peace, purpose, contentment, wisdom, perspective, better decisions, and fewer regrets. Not just eternal life, but a fulfilling life on this side of heaven can be ours when we go beyond believing and start following his way. The …
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 7:1-12 This is the Way Series Wk 5 Following Jesus leads to a life full of love, joy, hope, peace, purpose, contentment, wisdom, perspective, better decisions, and fewer regrets. Not just eternal life, but a fulfilling life on this side of heaven can be ours when we go beyond believing and start following his way. The n…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 6:24-34 This is the Way Series Wk 4 Following Jesus leads to a life full of love, joy, hope, peace, purpose, contentment, wisdom, perspective, better decisions, and fewer regrets. Not just eternal life, but a fulfilling life on this side of heaven can be ours when we go beyond believing and start following his way. The …
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 6:1-24 This is the Way Series Wk 3 Following Jesus leads to a life full of love, joy, hope, peace, purpose, contentment, wisdom, perspective, better decisions, and fewer regrets. Not just eternal life, but a fulfilling life on this side of heaven can be ours when we go beyond believing and start following his way. The n…
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Scripture Reference: 1 Timothy 2:1-10 Some Assembly Required Series: Wk5 A life of faith is not easy, but it is simple. -------------------------------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.orgBy Rev. Jenn Williams
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 13 (also Matthew 6:10 & Luke 11:2) Ninety Series: Wk 8 We are citizens of the Kingdom of God, and that changes everything about how we think, how we act, and how we live. -------------------------------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 5:13-48 This is the Way Series Wk 2 Following Jesus leads to a life full of love, joy, hope, peace, purpose, contentment, wisdom, perspective, better decisions, and fewer regrets. Not just eternal life, but a fulfilling life on this side of heaven can be ours when we go beyond believing and start following his way. The …
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 7:13-14 and 5:1-12 This is the Way Series Wk 1 Following Jesus leads to a life full of love, joy, hope, peace, purpose, contentment, wisdom, perspective, better decisions, and fewer regrets. Not just eternal life, but a fulfilling life on this side of heaven can be ours when we go beyond believing and start following hi…
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Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7 Crazy Like Us Series Wk 3 When expectations aren’t met in a relationship, it creates a gap, and gaps can get in the way of our closeness. When those gaps occur, will we choose to believe the best or the worst? -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch…
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Scripture Reference: Isaiah 35:1-10 Invite your family, friends, and neighbors and celebrate Christmas with us! This unique worship experience will be jam-packed with music, excitement, and fun as we celebrate God's greatest gift, Jesus. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 28:16-20 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 Songs of Christmas Series Wk 3 There’s a reason that we resonate with songs, especially songs that mark a special season like the Christmas season. Let's journey through the season together and learn from some of our most familiar carols. You have an assignment. Don’t let someone else’s…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 2:1-12, Matthew 1:21 Songs of Christmas Series Wk 2 There’s a reason that we resonate with songs, especially songs that mark a special season like the Christmas season. Let's journey through the season together and learn from some of our most familiar carols. Christmas is so much more than celebrating the birth of a bab…
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Scripture Reference: Isaiah 40:1-5 and Luke 2:25-32 Songs of Christmas Series Wk 1 There’s a reason that we resonate with songs, especially songs that mark a special season like the Christmas season. Let's journey through the season together and learn from some of our most familiar carols. We can build a better playlist for our lives and for our fa…
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Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 and Matthew 9:35-10:1 Helping the Next Gen Win Series Wk 4 The Greatest Generation. Baby Boomers. Generation X. Millennials. Generation Z. Each generation is distinct from those that came before and those that come after. They have different priorities and different experiences. They see the world differentl…
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Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 6:4-6, 20-25 Helping the Next Gen Win Series Wk 3 The Greatest Generation. Baby Boomers. Generation X. Millennials. Generation Z. Each generation is distinct from those that came before and those that come after. They have different priorities and different experiences. They see the world differently. It’s easy for …
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Scripture Reference: Deuteronomy 6:3-12 Helping the Next Gen Win Series Wk 2 The goal of parenting has less to do with raising independent adults and more to do with raising God-dependent adults. The Greatest Generation. Baby Boomers. Generation X. Millennials. Generation Z. Each generation is distinct from those that came before and those that com…
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Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 15:50-58 Sinners and Saints Series Wk 4 If church history makes anything clear, it's that there isn't a clear line between a sinner and a saint. The more we try to define ourselves and others as one or the other, we may just miss both grace and truth. Jesus has a better way. When we live as people who have already…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 5:38-48 and Mark 4:14-19 Sinners and Saints Series Wk 3 If church history makes anything clear, it's that there isn't a clear line between a sinner and a saint. The more we try to define ourselves and others as one or the other, we may just miss both grace and truth. Jesus has a better way. When we live as people who ha…
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Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 1:1-3 and 1 Peter 1:15-16 Sinners and Saints Series Wk 2 We’re all sinners - can’t get around it, but we aren’t left to live in it. If church history makes anything clear, it's that there isn't a clear line between a sinner and a saint. The more we try to define ourselves and others as one or the other, we may jus…
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Scripture Reference: Romans 3:9-12, 21-27; and 6:1-2, 11-14 Sinners and Saints Series Wk 1 We’re all sinners - can’t get around it, but we aren’t left to live in it. If church history makes anything clear, it's that there isn't a clear line between a sinner and a saint. The more we try to define ourselves and others as one or the other, we may just…
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Scripture Reference: Hebrews 11-13 Big Series Wk 4 Our confession of Jesus as Lord isn’t the finish line, but the starting line. How do we get off the starting line and have a faith that grows up? Faith in what’s next changes how we live now. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org…
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Scripture Reference: Hebrews 8-10 Big Series Wk 3 Our confession of Jesus as Lord isn’t the finish line, but the starting line. How do we get off the starting line and have a faith that grows up? The old covenant was very externally motivated, but the new covenant relies on what Jesus did, and the Holy Spirit guiding us from within. Jesus is inviti…
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Scripture Reference: Hebrews 5-7 Big Series Wk 2 If we want more/stronger/resilient faith, we keep going even when our understanding and desire run out. Our confession of Jesus as Lord isn’t the finish line, but the starting line. How do we get off the starting line and have a faith that grows up? Jesus is inviting us into so much more. -----------…
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Scripture Reference: Hebrews 1-4 Big Series Wk 1 Our confession of Jesus as Lord isn’t the finish line, but the starting line. How do we get off the starting line and have a faith that grows up? Jesus is inviting us into so much more. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org…
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Scripture Reference: John 15:1-8 and Jeremiah 7:3-8 Build Differently Series - Wk 4 We need a plan for counter-formation to build our lives to disciple specifications. We're "built different" as followers of Jesus, meaning our priorities and mindsets shift when we build our lives around something and Someone greater than ourselves. We have to do th…
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Scripture Reference: Luke 12:13-21 Build Differently Series - Wk 3 Building differently requires a kingdom mentality instead of a scarcity mentality. We're "built different" as followers of Jesus, meaning our priorities and mindsets shift when we build our lives around something and Someone greater than ourselves. We have to do things differently i…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 6:25-34 and Jeremiah 3:3-8 Build Differently Series - Wk 2 We prioritize and build parameters to safeguard what matters most from the temptations of what fixes now. We're "built different" as followers of Jesus, meaning our priorities and mindsets shift when we build our lives around something and Someone greater than o…
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Scripture Reference: Romans 12:1-2 Build Differently Series - Wk 1 We're "built different" as followers of Jesus, meaning our priorities and mindsets shift when we build our lives around something and Someone greater than ourselves. It's a great time to build some new habits and put the pieces in place for a great season and a new phase! We are bui…
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Scripture Reference: Hebrews 1:1-2, Acts 2:42-47, John 16:12-13, Zechariah 4:10 At the Movies Series: Wk 3 Movies speak to our circumstances, connect us to one another, and inspire us to action. But there’s more we can learn from them. During At the Movies, we’ll look at films in a whole new way. This week we’re looking through the lens of scriptur…
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Scripture Reference: Exodus 3 and 4, 2 Timothy 1:7 At the Movies Series: Wk 2 Movies speak to our circumstances, connect us to one another, and inspire us to action. But there’s more we can learn from them. During At the Movies, we’ll look at films in a whole new way. This week we’re looking through the lens of scripture and Inside Out 2 to see tha…
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Scripture Reference: 1 Corinthians 10:31, Isaiah 40:31, and 1 Samuel 2:30 At the Movies Series Wk 1 Movies speak to our circumstances, connect us to one another, and inspire us to action. But there’s more we can learn from them. During At the Movies, we’ll look at films in a whole new way. This week we’re looking through the lens of scripture and C…
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Scripture Reference: 1 Kings 17-19 Friendology Series Wk 5 Adult friendships are difficult to find, indescribably precious, and absolutely intended by God. For most of us, when we were kids our friends were everything to us. But something changed as we journeyed into adulthood. Great friendships are rare as adults. It’s harder to find them, and it …
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Scripture Reference: John 15:12-17 Friendology Series Wk 4 Adult friendships are difficult to find, indescribably precious, and absolutely intended by God. For most of us, when we were kids our friends were everything to us. But something changed as we journeyed into adulthood. Great friendships are rare as adults. It’s harder to find them, and it …
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Scripture Reference: 1 John 4:10-12, Proverbs 16:28, 17:17, 18:1, and 27:9 Friendology Series Wk 2 Adult friendships are difficult to find, indescribably precious, and absolutely intended by God. For most of us, when we were kids our friends were everything to us. But something changed as we journeyed into adulthood. Great friendships are rare as a…
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Scripture Reference: John 15:12-17 Friendology Series Wk 1 Adult friendships are difficult to find, indescribably precious, and absolutely intended by God. For most of us, when we were kids our friends were everything to us. But something changed as we journeyed into adulthood. Great friendships are rare as adults. It’s harder to find them, and it …
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Scripture Reference: Galatians 6:1-5 Dear Galatians Series Wk 6 What are we becoming? Who are we and where do we find our identity? With so many things competing for our attention and allegiance, what does it mean to root our primary identity in Jesus? It's Paul's most heated letter, and it's so relevant to us today! God gives us life in the Spirit…
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Scripture Reference: Galatians 5:1, 13-26 and Genesis 25:29-34 Dear Galatians Series Wk 5 What are we becoming? Who are we and where do we find our identity? With so many things competing for our attention and allegiance, what does it mean to root our primary identity in Jesus? It's Paul's most heated letter, and it's so relevant to us today! We cu…
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Scripture Reference: Psalm 13 Dear Galatians Series Wk 5 So often we try to separate all the things we think and feel into neat categories, and life just doesn’t work that way. What if anger and frustration are held at the same time as hope or even joy? Pslam 13 gives us a glimpse of how God is good in the midst of it, not in spite of it. ---------…
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