Pea Ridge Audio Podcast

Episodes

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  The Attitude of Christ 18.10.2026 41m

  Pride damages relationships, but a renewed mind pursues humility: “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility consider others as more important than yourselves” (Philippians 2:3). Let’s surrender to God, adopt the attitude of Jesus, and honor Him by valuing the people He has placed in our lives.
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  It Starts With Us 11.10.2026 46m

  Healthy relationships with others start with a healthy relationship with God, as we surrender to Him and allow Him to renew our minds. “Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2).
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  The Power of Community 04.10.2026 41m

  The church is God’s family, called to support, encourage, and be present with one another in both suffering and celebration (1 Corinthians 12:24–27). Because Jesus is our peace, we don’t have to walk through anxiety, grief, or hardship alone (Ephesians 2:14).
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  Your New Identity 20.09.2026 45m

  Your anxiety does not define you—your identity is found in Christ, who makes you new. “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has passed away, and see, the new has come!” (2 Corinthians 5:17).
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  From Perfect Peace to Anxiety 13.09.2026 47m

  Anxiety entered the world through sin, but God meets us with grace, covers our shame, and calls us out of hiding (Genesis 3:7-10, 21). Even in fear and uncertainty, we can respond in faith, trusting that God can work through brokenness for good (Genesis 50:20).
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  Out in the Open 06.09.2026 38m

  Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but Jesus reminds us, “Don’t worry about tomorrow, because tomorrow will worry about itself” (Matthew 6:34). Join us as we learn to seek first God’s kingdom and trust Him with our needs (Matthew 6:33).
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  Revived Compassion 30.08.2026 40m
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  Renewed Relationships 23.08.2026 43m

  Jesus calls us to remain in His love by obeying His command to love one another sacrificially (John 15:9-13). Like the early church in Acts 2:42-47, may we choose unity, prayer, generosity, and fellowship so others can see Christ through us.
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  Restored Hearts 16.08.2026 47m

  What is our mission as followers of Christ? It starts with a simple but profound calling from Matthew 28:19-20 -- go and make disciples of all nations.But before we can make disciples, we have to be disciples. A disciple is someone whose life is focused on being with Jesus, becoming like Jesus, and doing what Jesus did. That journey begins with a response to the Gospel, a new identity in Christ, and staying rooted in Him daily (John 15:4-5).Discipleship is not a solo journey. It means loving God and loving people (Matthew 22:37-39), and investing in the lives of those around us just as Paul urged Timothy in 2 Timothy 2:2.What needs to change for you to prioritize your walk with Jesus? Join us as we explore what it means to live out this mission together at Pea Ridge.Jesus, our new Joshua, leads us into a rest that began at creation and will be fulfilled in the new creation. Total trust in God drives out fear and opens us to His ways of justice and love.Every day is a new opportunity. Will you enter His rest?
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  Entering God's Rest 09.08.2026 39m

  The wilderness is not the end of the story. After nine weeks exploring this biblical theme, one truth keeps rising to the surface: even in the hardest seasons, God's rest is still available to us today.The author of Hebrews points to Israel's wilderness wandering as a warning and an invitation. Those who hardened their hearts missed the promised rest. But the promise remains open. As Hebrews 4:7 reminds us, God specifies a certain day -- today -- to hear His voice and keep your heart soft.Jesus, our new Joshua, leads us into a rest that began at creation and will be fulfilled in the new creation. Total trust in God drives out fear and opens us to His ways of justice and love.Every day is a new opportunity. Will you enter His rest?
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  The Bread of Life 02.08.2026 38m

  The Bread of Life explores the miracle of Jesus feeding the five thousand (Mark 6:30–44) alongside His declaration, "I am the Bread of Life" (John 6:47–71). Jesus not only meets our physical needs but also offers Himself as the true source of lasting life, calling us to trust Him completely and find our deepest satisfaction in Him.
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  Jesus in the Wilderness 26.07.2026 32m

  Jesus showed us in the wilderness how to face temptation: answer with God’s Word and trust Him (Matthew 4:1–11). This week, choose one situation to respond like Jesus—with truth, grace, and obedience.
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  The Message of the Prophets 19.07.2026 44m

  The wilderness can be a place of judgment, but it can also become the place where God speaks, restores, and redeems. Join us as we look at passages like Hosea 2:14–16 and see how God turns barren places into places of hope through His mercy and grace.
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  The Formation of a King 12.07.2026 45m

  David knew what it was like to feel hunted. While fleeing from King Saul with only 400 men against 3,000 soldiers, he learned that God keeps His promises and chose to trust God's timing instead of taking revenge when the opportunity came.Like David, we all live in the "in between," waiting for God's promises to befulfilled. As we wait, God uses our trials to shape us for eternity and calls us to trust Him every step of the way.
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  Do Not Forget 05.07.2026 38m

  When life gets comfortable, we tend to forget the wilderness. We forget the hard seasons where God met us, provided for us, and taught us to trust Him completely. But those wilderness moments were never meant to be erased from our memory—they were meant to transform us.God warned Israel in Deuteronomy 8:12-14 that prosperity can be dangerous. When we build beautiful houses, when our bank accounts grow, when everything increases, our hearts can become proud. We start believing we did it ourselves. We forget the One who brought us through every difficult season.The wilderness teaches us that true freedom is relying fully on God to provide all we need for a fulfilling life. Don't let comfort steal your memory of God's faithfulness. Instead, when you eat and are full, bless the Lord your God. Remember who brought you through. Keep His words in your heart and share them with others.What wilderness season has God brought you through? Remember it. Honor it. Let it keep you close to Him.
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  Testing God 28.06.2026 40m

  Three days without water. Hunger in the wilderness. Fear gripping hearts that had just witnessed the Red Sea part. The Israelites faced a critical choice: grumble in fear or trust in faith.God wasn't punishing them with these tests. He was transforming terrified slaves into free people who knew where true life comes from. The pattern repeated: adversity strikes, they complain, Moses cries out, God provides. Every time. But the real freedom wasn't just from Egypt—it was freedom from the fear of death itself.Here's the question for us today: When hardship hits, do we grumble and blame, or do we ask our questions wrapped in faith? True freedom means relying fully on God's provision, even when we can't see how He'll come through. The wilderness reveals what we really believe about God's faithfulness.Today is a day for FREEDOM.
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  Encountering God 14.06.2026 40m

  Ever wonder why God meets us in our most barren moments? From Hagar's desperate flight to Moses at the burning bush, Scripture reveals a stunning pattern: God doesn't avoid the wilderness. He uses it. Moses fled Egypt as a murderer, ending up in Midian tending sheep in the far reaches of the wilderness. That's exactly where God appeared in flames that didn't consume. In your wilderness, God is watching. He is listening. The question is: are you paying attention when He calls?
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  Faithfully 14.06.2026 35m

  We've all been there—trying to take control instead of trusting God's plan. We chase after things we think will save us, only to sacrifice the very promises God has waiting for us. Our faithlessness meets His unwavering faithfulness.Here's the beautiful truth: God's faithfulness can't be measured, outlived, or exhausted. Even when we rebel and find ourselves in the wilderness where life is hard, His invitation to trust Him remains. He is our refuge from temptation, and He stands ready to forgive His repentant children.The question isn't whether God will be faithful—He always is. The question is: will we trust Him? Even in our darkest moments of rebellion, 2 Timothy 2:13 reminds us that God remains faithful, even when we are not. His mercies are new every morning, and His forgiveness awaits those who turn back to Him.
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  Forced Out of the Garden 07.06.2026 40m

  Before God spoke light into existence, the earth was formless, empty, a wasteland. Yet even in that wilderness, the Spirit of God was hovering, working, creating. He transformed the barren into a beautiful garden, placing humanity in paradise with purpose and provision.But rebellion changed everything. When Adam and Eve grasped for what they already possessed, trying to be like God when they were already made in His image, they were driven from the garden into the wilderness. Life became hard. Relationships broke. Yet even in banishment, God's invitation to trust Him remained.We all face wilderness seasons, times when life feels barren and purposeless. But here's the truth: God has authority over every wilderness. He is present and active even in the wasteland. And our exile from paradise isn't permanent. God is already making a way back.What wilderness are you facing today? Remember, the same God who transformed chaos into creation is still at work.
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  I Can Do All Things 31.05.2026 46m

  When someone truly cares about you—not for what you can do for them, but for YOU—it changes everything. This is what Paul experienced when the Philippian church reached out to him in prison. His response? "I rejoiced in the Lord greatly" (Philippians 4:10).Paul's secret to contentment wasn't in having more or less—it was in keeping his focus on Jesus. "I am able to do all things through him who strengthens me" (Philippians 4:13). This isn't about doing whatever we want, but about trusting Jesus to provide strength for what He's leading us to do.Here's a challenge: When you don't know what's behind someone's words or actions, assume the best until you can find out. Show renewed care for others. Your generosity isn't just a gift to them—it's a fragrant offering of worship to God. And remember, when we give to others, God continues to supply all our needs according to His riches in glory.