All of the Above
Ridgewood Church
This is All of the Above, the podcast where we couldn’t decide whether to focus on theology, sharing stories, discussing books, or philosophy of ministry so we chose to do all of the above.
Episodes
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Aug 29, 2023 • 24min
What Should We Make of Deconstruction?
Deconstruction is a hot topic in today's internet/blogosphere. But what should we make of it? Trevor and Aaron discuss the topic and Joshua Ryan Butler's article "Four Causes of Deconstruction".
Jul 3, 2023 • 24min
Should Christians be Patriots?
Pastors Trevor & Jim discuss the topic of patriotism. Should Christians be patriots? Do we owe any allegiance to our country? Why is this a tough question? Why is Rocky IV the best July 4th film? This and more on today's episode.
Jun 20, 2023 • 24min
Community Makers and Community Takers
Trevor and Aaron discuss what it means to be a Community Maker and a Community Taker and outline ways that we can begin to build community around us.
May 23, 2023 • 29min
How to Leave a Church
Trevor and Aaron look at Acts 15 and an article titled "If You're Thinking About Leaving a Church..." by Mark Dever and discuss how to best part ways if you are thinking about leaving a church.
Apr 11, 2023 • 28min
Why Do We Sing the Songs We Sing?
Have you ever wondered why we sing the songs that we sing on Sunday? Or have you asked why some songs don't make an appearance in our services? Nic and Trevor answer these questions and more as they discuss singing and our philosophy on which songs we sing.
Mar 24, 2023 • 21min
Does the Church Idolize Family?
Given that the church is made up of people in all stages of life (single, married, married with kids, widowed, etc.), does the church have a tendency to primarily focus on families? Trevor and Aaron discuss this question, 2000s pop, and footballs shaped like brains.
Mar 7, 2023 • 33min
ALIENS!
In this episode we take our name seriously! Get your tinfoil hats ready...we are talking about aliens. Trevor and Jim take a look at the essay Religion and Rocketry by C.S. Lewis and discuss the existence of aliens and the impact that it would have on the Christian faith.
Feb 14, 2023 • 19min
Being An Unofficial Chaplain
Jonathan and Trevor discuss a chapter in Sam Chan's book How to Talk about Jesus (Without Being That Guy) that calls Christians to be unofficial chaplains in their workplaces, gyms, coffee shops, etc.
Jan 24, 2023 • 34min
Faith and Works
Aaron and Jim discuss their recent sermons and the tension between faith and works that is seen in scripture.
Jan 6, 2023 • 23min
What is Fasting?
As Ridgewood Church enters into a season of prayer and fasting, Jonathan and Trevor discuss the topic of fasting, its role in scripture, and significance in the Christian life.
