Second Mile
There are a handful of basic practices most Christians do to follow Jesus well. For those willing to go the second mile, we're outlining a new discipleship strategy to help us continually grow and develop our faith.
Mentorship & Discipleship
January 28, 2024 • Pastor Brent Warkentin
Pastor Brent continues our Second Mile series with a message stressing the importance of mentoring. We have so much to learn from those who have wisdom from going before us. Beyond mentoring, we want everyone in our city to become devoted disciples of Jesus, so Brent also shares a compelling "why" behind our strategy.
The True Value of Mentoring
January 21, 2024 • Pastor Kyle Goings • Matthew 25
Continuing our "Second Mile" series, Pastor Kyle speaks on the importance of mentoring the next generation. We believe everyone has something valuable to offer to a younger believer, even if you feel unqualified. Our experiences are like treasure chests, and it's up to us to decide how we will invest and share our talents.
Planning for the Extra Mile
January 14, 2024 • Pastor Brent Warkentin
This week Pastor Brent calls us to "second mile discipleship" -- going beyond the minimum requirements and excelling in faith and service. He introduces our new three-part plan to spur spiritual growth at Ridgepoint: growing in community, serving others, and mentoring. These practices require effort, but also reap worthwhile rewards.
The Creaky Stairs: Moving Beyond the First Mile
January 7, 2024 • Joe Skillen
From the beginning, Christians have been tempted to live within the boundaries of a first-mile Christianity: having a personal and private faith. But Jesus, the early church leaders, and countless Christians through time have invited us to go a second-mile, to have an unusual interest and enthusiasm for a deeper, Christian life. Today we'll discuss that invitation as we begin a four-part series about what a second-mile type of the Christian life looks like at Ridgepoint Church.