Sunday Ripple
Sunday Ripple is a weekly Christian podcast that helps you apply faith to real life. Hosted by Rob Anderson, each episode features Bible-based teaching, honest personal stories, and spiritual reflections that deepen your walk with God. Whether you're a small group leader, a growing believer, or someone exploring how Scripture intersects with daily challenges, this podcast offers practical encouragement and biblical insight. If you're searching for Christian podcasts about spiritual growth, personal faith, and the power of God’s truth to create change—Sunday Ripple is for you.
Episodes
Have you ever looked at a text message, meant to reply, but waited so long that it eventually felt too awkward to say anything at all? We call it "ghosting." While it’s a frustrating habit in our friendships, many of us have quietly brought that same "fade" into our spiritual lives.
In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we’re diving into the quiet art of ghosting God. Most of us don't experience a ...
Is it possible to live near God without actually living with Him?
In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we explore the idea of being “God adjacent”—a way of life that looks spiritual on the surface but resists real transformation underneath. The phrase came from a throwaway joke at a dinner table, but the more we talked about it, the more it revealed a deeply biblical and deeply modern problem: proximity without obedience.
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Why do small disagreements turn into lasting tension—and why do we keep having the same conflicts over and over again? Often, it’s not the issue itself, but the habits we bring into the conversation that quietly sabotage peace before it ever has a chance.
In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we explore the common conflict habits that hinder resolution—exaggeration, defensiveness, mind-reading, emotional withdrawal, and av...
In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we’re digging deep into what biblical discernment really means—and why it matters more than ever in today’s world of cultural pressure, polarized opinions, and spiritual buzzwords. Too often, we confuse discernment with suspicion, hype with holiness, and Christian branding with genuine spiritual transformation. This episode invites you back to the heart of clarity, wisdom, and Christl...
In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob explores a subtle but powerful truth: we naturally drift toward voices that affirm us—yet spiritual growth requires voices that challenge us. Drawing from 2 Timothy 4:3–4 and key wisdom from Proverbs, this episode uncovers how easily Christians slip into echo chambers that reinforce their preferences rather than refine their character.
Rob unpacks why single-sided perspectives feel...
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Most of us stop… but we don’t actually rest. We take a day off, we scroll, we sit, we breathe — and somehow still feel like we’re running on fumes. In this episode, Rob explores the deeper, biblical idea of rest: not just slowing down, but returning to the rhythm God built into creation from the ve...
In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob explores one of the most overlooked truths in the Christian life: what you consume shapes who you become. Your habits, entertainment, media, and daily inputs are forming your heart—either toward Christ or away from Him.
With humor, honesty, and biblical wisdom, Rob shares real-life stories about binge-watching Stranger Things, over-immersing himself in World of Warcraft, and drifti...
Feeling lonely—even when you’re surrounded by people? You’re not the only one. In today’s episode of Sunday Ripple, we dive deep into why loneliness is at an all-time high, why so many Christians feel disconnected in church, and how real biblical community can bring healing, purpose, and belonging.
We explore:
- The rising epidemic of loneliness and disconnection
- Why Christian community still matters in 2025
- How hospita...
What does it mean to be an expression of Christ in your everyday life? In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we dive deep into 2 Corinthians 3:2-3, which tells us we are "letters from Christ, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God." Your spouse, children, friends, and coworkers are reading your life every single day—and forming opinions about Jesus based on what they see.
In This Episode, You&...
Self-righteousness is one of those sneaky sins that hides in plain sight — often wrapped in good intentions, spiritual confidence, or even moral zeal. In this episode, Rob explores what self-righteousness really is, how it shows up in subtle ways in our daily lives, and how the gospel frees us from the exhausting need to prove ourselves.
Through honest reflection, Scripture, and a few personal stories, you’ll learn how...
Parenting is one of the most sacred — and sanctifying — callings we’ll ever step into. It exposes our weaknesses, stretches our patience, and reminds us daily just how much we need God’s grace.
In this episode, Rob shares three biblical strategies for raising children that have shaped his own parenting journey:
- Modeling faith before you teach it — because kids learn most from what they see.
- Disciplining with grace an...
What happens when the odds are stacked against you—and God shows up anyway?
In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob shares a surprising story from small-town Homer, Alaska, where his son took a driving test everyone said he’d fail… and passed on the first try. What starts as a funny local legend turns into a powerful reminder that God doesn’t play by statistics. His grace doesn’t check the odds—it breaks them.
Through rea...
Why do we resist authority—even when we know it’s good for us? In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob explores the hidden ways independence shows up in our lives, why it’s so costly, and how submitting to godly authority actually opens the door to freedom and grace.
Drawing from 1 Samuel 15, 1 Peter 5, and Jesus’ words in John 15, we’ll talk about the three foundations of independence, the disguises we hide behind, and ...
We live in a world where politics often feels like the answer to everything—but the truth is, no election, law, or leader can bring the hope and transformation our hearts are longing for. In this episode, Rob returns to the original roots of Sunday Ripple with a sermon recap built on Pastor Matt’s recent message, unpacking why our ultimate allegiance belongs to Jesus alone.
Together we’ll explore:
- Why political vict...
What if the quiet moments you often avoid are the very spaces where God wants to shape you most? In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob unpacks the surprising gift of silence and why it’s so hard for us to sit still in a noisy world.
Drawing from a two-week rafting trip down the Yukon River—150 miles of pure stillness with no cell service, no crowds, and even a surreal shale fire—plus the everyday contrast of early morn...
Jesus said “no”—to good opportunities, to well-meaning people, and to heavy expectations. Why? Because every no protected His greater yes to the Father’s will. In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob unpacks how Jesus modeled healthy boundaries throughout His ministry and what that means for us today.
You’ll discover:
- Why Jesus walked away from “good” opportunities that weren’t part of His mission
- How He set limits wit...
What does it really mean to follow Jesus when it costs you something? In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob unpacks why obedience to Christ is rarely convenient, and why choosing faith over comfort is the only way to grow.
Drawing from Scripture and personal stories—including his family’s move to Alaska in response to God’s call—Rob explores what it looks like to deny yourself, take up your cross, and trust God even wh...
What does it really mean to live a life of radical self-sacrifice? In this episode of Sunday Ripple, Rob Anderson dives into the heart of giving up comfort, convenience, and even personal time to make a lasting impact on others. From mentoring friends and couples to showing up in moments of crisis, Rob shares real-life stories that illustrate how small, intentional acts of love can ripple far beyond what we see.
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What does it truly mean to abide in Christ—and why is it essential for every believer? In this episode of Sunday Ripple, we explore the heart of abiding: staying connected to Jesus, bearing fruit, and living a spiritually vibrant life. Learn practical ways to nurture your relationship with the Vine, overcome distractions, and make daily choices that deepen your faith. We also highlight the ripple effect of abiding—not...
Ever find yourself overwhelmed, checked out, and emotionally eating pretzels at 10pm while binge-watching videos you don’t even like? Same.
In this episode, I walk you through my personal 6-step spiral—from “just tired” to spiritually numb—and explore how this quiet cycle of disengagement, shame, and isolation plays out more often than we care to admit.
We’ll talk about:
- How the spiral starts (usually with your calen...
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