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: 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.org由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: Deuteronomy 6:4-6, 20-25 Helping the Next Gen Win Series Wk 3 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 th…
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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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Scripture Reference: Galatians 4 Dear Galatians Series Wk 4 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! -------------------------- Connect …
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Scripture Reference: Galatians 3 and 5:22-23 Dear Galatians Series Wk 3 You have been clothed with Christ, and you should wear that with confidence. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org由Rev. Jenn Williams
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 19:16-30 Groundbreaking Sunday It's time to celebrate what God is doing and what we believe He will continue to do. We're building because we believe life is better with God - for you and for everyone else too. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org/…
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Scripture Reference: Galatians 2 Dear Galatians Series: Wk 2 Weariness makes us feel untethered. Grace ties us to Jesus forever. So, grace beats weary. 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! -----------…
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Scripture Reference: Luke 24:13-43 and John 21:1-17 “Feed My Sheep” Jesus is alive and it’s time to celebrate! Join Pastor Jenn and Ashley Ridge Worship for an unforgettable Easter worship experience. Jesus showed us a better way - eat together, love one another, and you just might start to see the kingdom of God in your midst. --------------------…
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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: Luke 22, John 13, Mark 14, Matthew 26 Reclaimed Series Wk 4 The table is not just a place to eat, but rather a place where discipleship and growth can take place. As we head toward Easter, we are taking a look at meals Jesus shared with various people and how they are opportunities for so much more than just eating together. Je…
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Scripture Reference: Luke 19:11-27 Reclaimed Series: Wk 3 The table is not just a place to eat, but rather a place where discipleship and growth can take place. As we head toward Easter, we are taking a look at meals Jesus shared with various people and how they are opportunities for so much more than just eating together. It’s time for us to build…
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Scripture Reference: Luke 7:36-50 and John 13:6-17 Reclaimed Series Wk 2 A lot of life happens around tables, and Jesus very intentionally spent time with people around tables eating, and also invited us to meet with Him at the table. We want to reclaim the table as a meeting ground for our lives with each other and with Jesus. As we head toward Ea…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 9:9-13, Mark 2:13-17, Luke 5:27-32 Reclaimed Series Wk 1 A lot of life happens around tables, and Jesus very intentionally spent time with people around tables eating, and also invited us to meet with Him at the table. We want to reclaim the table as a meeting ground for our lives with each other and with Jesus. As we h…
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Scripture Reference: Luke 2:40, 52 and Proverbs 17:24 What do you do when you don’t know what to do? What should I eat? Wear? Where should I live? Work? How should I educate my kids? Discernment is a gift from God we can grow in and practice with grace. Let’s talk about it! -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving -…
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Scripture Reference: Philippians 4:5-9 and Ecclesiastes 4:9-11 Anxious for Nothing Series Wk 3 Some kinds of help aren’t helpful - don’t dismiss, cheerlead, or enable avoidance. Just show up and keep showing up. Anxiety is everywhere - in our homes, our conversations, our kids, at work, the news. Many experts say we are living in an age defined by …
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Scripture Reference: Philippians 4:5-7 and Isaiah 43:1-7 Anxious for Nothing Series Wk 2 Avoiding our fears fuels our anxiety. Facing our fears with God guards our hearts and our minds. Anxiety is everywhere - in our homes, our conversations, our kids, at work, the news. Many experts say we are living in an age defined by anxiety. It may be pervasi…
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Scripture Reference: Philippians 4:5-7 and 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Anxious for Nothing Series Wk 1 Anxiety is everywhere - in our homes, our conversations, our kids, at work, the news. Many experts say we are living in an age defined by anxiety. It may be pervasive, but it isn't new and scripture is not silent on the subject. Anxiety thrives in silenc…
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New Ground Series Week 4 Scripture Reference: Luke 10:25-37 It’s a big year for our church as we break ground on our permanent homebase. It’s time now to talk about our vision for the coming years and to start this year on purpose. We will not always want each other, but we need each other. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeCh…
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New Ground Week 3 Scripture Reference: Hebrews 10:19-25 It’s a big year for our church as we break ground on our permanent homebase. It’s time now to talk about our vision for the coming years and to start this year on purpose. We will not always want each other, but we need each other. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch…
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New Ground Week 2 Scripture Reference: John 4:19-26 and Hebrews 3:13-14 It’s a big year for our church as we break ground on our permanent homebase. It’s time now to talk about our vision for the coming years and to start this year on purpose. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org…
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New Ground Week 1 Scripture Reference: 2 Chronicles 7:11-16 It’s a big year for our church as we break ground on our permanent homebase. It’s time now to talk about our vision for the coming years and to start this year on purpose. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.ashleyridgechurch.org…
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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: various Join us for this unique Advent experience of Lessons & Carols with a modern twist. We will sing together and celebrate the story of Christmas in a special way as we look at it through scripture, song, baptisms and a few special surprises! -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChurch.org Giving - give.a…
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Zechariah's Soundtrack Week 2 Scripture Reference: Luke 1:5-22, 67-80 Our words help to build a soundtrack for others, and the right words in the right moment are life-giving. This advent, as we prepare for the birth of Jesus, we are reminded that worship isn’t just what happens for an hour on Sundays. Worship is the soundtrack of our lives. What s…
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Mary's Soundtrack Week 1 Scripture Reference: Luke 1:39-55 This advent, as we prepare for the birth of Jesus, we are reminded that worship isn’t just what happens for an hour on Sundays. Worship is the soundtrack of our lives. What soundtrack are you building for your life through your choices? What story are you telling? What if the songs we sing …
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Scripture Reference: Acts 2:42-47 When we follow Jesus, He forms us into a family/body. We are not in an individual faith, but a community experience. It is everyone’s joy and responsibility to be part of the large gatherings and small groups in order to grow in our faith as Jesus intends. -------------------------- Connect Card - cc.AshleyRidgeChu…
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Scripture Reference: Matthew 9:9-12, John 20:14-16, 1 John 2:3-6, Matthew 12:7 Weird Series: Wk 5 In this day and age, it's normal to deal with financial debt, high divorce rates, and bad relationships. But as Christians, we're called to shake things up.....because normal isn't working. How do we live differently? Join us for this series exploring …
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