Resisting Pretense

A chat about the church and its place in the world through the eyes of a younger generation.

A chat about the church and its place in the world through the eyes of a younger generation.

A view of the church through the eyes of James Salassi, a millennial church family member at Stone Ridge.

Back in My Day! (w/ Clark Webb)

In this episode we hear learn about Sam, who has been serving God for decades. We discuss what has changed over time in the church and in the wider culture.

In this episode we hear from Don about his experience in the church through the decades.

The first in a new series of episodes in which we hear first-hand accounts of the transformation of the church and of culture through the decades. In this episode, we meet John McMurran.

Get to know Missi Labistre as she talks through her discipleship background. Her passion is truly contagious as she speaks so highly of such small people. But don't underestimate what these kids can do!

What's the difference between a boundary and a demand? How can you use boundaries to maintain healthy relationships without imposing your convictions inappropriately on others?

In this episode, our guest Josh talks us through his testimony and how faith has intersected with his experiences in military. From training to combat, God shows himself to Josh in many ways.

Obeying is good and all, but why do you do it? Love for God should be what drives us to do what we're called to do. God's kingdom is not a meritocracy, don't beat yourself up (or think too highly of yourself) just based on how you think your performance has been. Love god, love others, and for the sake of those things be obedient.

You must be a little crazy if you believe the stories in the Bible. At least you're not as crazy as the guy who claiming to prophecy about the end of the earth next Tuesday. But wait, what if he IS a prophet and you're just like the ones who didn't believe Jesus? It's hard to know with certainty what to believe sometimes, but we can rejoice in the fact our ransom has been paid and Jesus is the way to heaven.

In this episode we look back at the previous year in the podcast and discuss options for where we go from here.

Have you ever made a New Year's resolution? Tom and Scott discuss resolutions and goals for this upcoming New Year.

Making Jesus known is vital. Is a bumper sticker going to do that work for us, though? In this episode, we talk family traditions for the Christmas season, and we encourage listeners to have humble, redemptive conversations with others about the true reason for the season.

Tom and Scott talk to a local Judge about how she stays faithful and humble in her job and life.

Ever wonder why God put you in a certain area or job? Join us in talking with Mary Megui about a job that has become so much more in her life.

Is one style of worship better than another? What do I do if the worship team isn't playing what I like? In this episode, we discuss how and why we should worship.

Josh Brandt is a loved member of the Stone Ridge Church family and the luckiest* man alive when it comes to inviting people to church. In this episode we hear a bit of Josh's story. *It's probably not luck

Join us for this fusion of weekend sermon and podcast as we read through a passage in Mark covering a whirlwind of events when Jesus arrives at Jerusalem.

Who gets to decide exactly what's right and wrong? What are the differences between the standards set by law and the standards set in the bible? Why isn't there a law requiring everyone to put their carts back in the cart return?!

A follow-up to our previous episode about loyalty. We look at the other side of the coin where we think loyalty can let you down. Whether it's loyalty to the wrong things or too much dedication to a good thing, we think it's wise to take a look at where you're spending your time and question if it's the right thing for you.

A very special episode where we got the pleasure of hearing from former governor of the GREAT state of Oregon, Kate Brown. As someone who doesn't always agree with us, she provides some fascinating insight into her life as a Democratic governor of a Democratic state. We unite to lament the divisiveness of politics in our country, and discuss some ways we can work toward cohesion and progress as a society.

Even though the grass is greener on the other side of the fence, there may be some good reasons to stay and water the grass you already have. What are some of the ways that your loyalty can benefit you & those around you? What are some biblical examples of loyalty? Let's talk about it!

Are you sure that that quote really came from the Bible? 'Cause it might not have... In this episode we discuss misquotes and many other misconceptions about the Bible that are common both inside and outside of the church family. We also discuss what the Bible IS and what importance it has to us personally.

Does Jesus love You? Yes. Is murder good? No. What do you do about all the questions in between which aren't so clearly answered in the Bible? How can you find a solution to your differences when the people you love don't quite see it the way you do?

Please enjoy this inspiring testimony of how Dusty followed his calling to be the Fire Chief of Yuma Fire Department. God gave encouragement through others and opened doors, and Dusty got to take the job he felt he was called to take.

We are told the truth but are called to give grace. Striking a balance between truth and grace is vital if you don't want to end up like your extremist uncle Bert who doesn't let you play cards before marriage. It's probably important for other things, too.

Here we explore the relevance, power and NECESSITY of forgiveness. We also give advice on how to smooth out an apology conversation from whichever perspective you find yourself in.

Don't you hate walking on eggshells? Or through a minefield? Or walking on eggshells through a minefield? You never know how a much that conversation could change your life, or their life, unless you have it. Let's talk about some ways to approach and hold a conversation that you might be anxious to start.

Every person is unique, so it stands to reason that every leader is unique. Leadership styles have come in and out of popularity over the years both in the business world and in the church. From "authoritarian" to "servant" and everywhere in between, there's a positive and powerful way to wield your personal strengths as a leader. So, which kind of leader are you?

In this episode we discuss the thin line between "turning the other cheek" and taking action to correct a wrongdoing by another person. When is it appropriate to do one versus the other? What examples are there in the Bible? How can we make sure that we are acting in more than just our own self interest?

In this episode we join up with Don Vickers to discuss some of the skills needed for coaching others.

How well do you know yourself? In this episode we explore the importance of self-awareness. We discuss our experiences in how we got to know ourselves a little better, and even give some ideas about how you could get to know yourself better too.

What is Prayer? Why do we do it? In this episode we discuss some aspects of prayer that don't get said often, including the basics of prayer as well as misconceptions. We also poke a little fun at some of the quirky things we all do in prayer!

Hey, It's Our First Episode! - Who are we? What is "Resisting Pretense?" Why are we doing this?