The Power of Now A.B. Ridgeway is speaking with his grandmothers. Wondering what is his purpose. And they answer that his purpose is to perform for God. Do things that will make him proud. Because he is on stage, and all of his family in heaven is watching...so put on a show.
Read MoreChapter 1: Down The Rabbit Hole Alice is headed to Wonderland
Read MoreChapter 2: The Pool of Tears Alice finds herself trying to get through the door to Wonderland
Read MoreLooking Inside Ourselves In this episode we explore the internal dilemma we face as human beings. Sometimes its the inability to think outside of the box and sometimes its our unwillingness to examine our lives objectively. We hope that you enjoy this episode.
Read MoreA look back In this episode we look at the recent Divine Timing and Archie Comics. These two writings speaks on the necessity to believe in God's divine timing and to show our gratitude to those we love, while we still have the time to do so.
Read MoreGetting Water For Sarafina! In the high mountains of Ethiopia is a little 3 year old girl whose job is to go get water for the family from a water source over 7 miles away. Traveling between villages to make it. This is not the reality of all of the people who live in Ethiopia but it is the only reality that she knows. Her brothers go to school as she patiently waits for them to return. For many of us, we would consider this a punishment, but Sarafina sees it as a blessing as she sees kids traveling even farther with a lot less. It just shows you that life is about perspective and that heaven and hell is in our heads and not in our current reality. I have said before that reality is ...perception and position, and when you change your position, it will change your perception. During this writing, I want you to put yourself in the shoes of Sarafina. She has dreams too, and one day, I pray they come true. As the listener, I want you to do the same. What are your dreams? Are you really being held back? Or are you not willing to walk 7 miles just to fill one bucket of water, so your family can survive. We all have our journeys we must travel. And I am not here to say one is more difficult than the other. But I am here to say that if a 3 year understands that this is what has to be done and not what she wants to be done, so her family can survive, what are our excuses?
Read MoreThe Missing Puzzle Piece and Form Follows Function: In this episode we recap our writings and give the listeners an insight into the inspiration behind some of their favorite writings. This is a unique opportunity to catch up on writings you may have missed. And here from the author himself.
Read MoreLearning To Let Go! We all love something in this world. But the world is dynamic. What is here today may not be here tomorrow. So in this episode we tackle the psychological phenomenon of attachment. Our natural inclination to cling to things that we love. We aren't talking about people, that is a different story. We are speaking of material things that this world has positioned for us to worship other than God. It is up to us to see through this deception and learn to love and let go. And that we are in control of what should be loved and God should be on the top of that list.
Read MoreThis is More Than A Flood Story- Most of us know the story of Noah and the Ark. God is not pleased with the world, so he decides to cleanse it with a flood, saving Noah and his family because they were righteous. But this is more than an Earth purging story. It is a story about chasing your dreams and being persistent when the world sees you as a fool. See Noah was in the desert and how many people you think ridiculed him when he said, "A flood was coming that would wipe out the world!" He was 500 years old...let's just say very old, and many called him senile. But with the Grace of God and him holding onto his beliefs, we was able to survive what God had said was going to happen. So when you people try to discourage you from your dreams. Stay focused and watch all the others be cleansed from your life as you start a new one.
Read MoreGod is in You! A.B. Ridgeway speaks the bible verse John 9:14 where Jesus asks Philip why is he asking to see the father, when he has been with Jesus so long. Does he not see God when he looks at Jesus? And the same for our children. They are made in our image as we are made in God's but they are not us, and we are not them. But when someone looks at them, they will see us, because we are the creators. He tries to capture the essence of living in your purpose, which is to serve God, not man.
Read MoreWe finally figure out, who Sarafina is A.B. Ridgeway recites a poem dedicated to Sarafina. His poetic muse. His self-expression. In this episode he expresses his sadness for her leaving him speechless for all of these years. When he truly wanted to express himself and his emotions, she laid sleep. And now that she is awake, he doubts himself. He recalls all the moments that they shared together. The good and the bad times. Will things be the same? Things are so different now. Will she leave again? He begs her not to go...but will she leave?
Read MoreEnlightenment is Living in The Dark A.B. Ridgeway explores the path to enlightenment which is being able to shine a light on the dark areas of our lives, and not being void of them. Sometimes it takes confidence to say "I don't have it all together" but that is where the healing starts.
Read MoreLove Knows No Color, and Thoughts Have No Box A.B. Ridgeway reads a story inspired by Tyrone a father of a daughter who is struggling identifying with those around her. Her father speaks to her, and lets her know that God made us all special and different. That just because she thought outside the box, didn't make her an outsider. He encourages her to stay true to herself because at every stage in life, there is someone or something that will challenge that belief. But holding on to God, she can make it through anything. From the friends she hangs with, to finally the man she marries. Her happiness is all that matters.
Read MoreThe Freedom Of Thought A.B. Ridgeway examines the idea of freedom. With freedom comes the responsibility of the decisions that we make. Since we have freedom of choice and action, the consequences are 100% our responsibility. Yet, internally, this may cause anxiety. Therefore, many of us are willing to relinquish this freedom to religion or to a philosophy and use their definition of "truth" in order to relieve our self from this responsibility. Yet, A.B. Ridgeway argues, freedom from the anxiety of freedom is not freedom at all. That the beauty of life, lies in the ability to see your life as it is, no matter how dark, and bring light to it by your own volition. Seeking God first, and then acting in the free will he has given to you.
Read MoreFinding Your Path To Success What is success? In this episode we explore the notion that true success is the freedom from the obligation to obtain it. The ability to live our lives as we see fit. Never using the opinions of others to dictate what we should do, and where we should go. The good traveler is the person who understands that there is no where to go, but they simply enjoy the path that they are on until the day the maker calls them home.
Read MoreA Lesson in Gratitude A.B. Ridgeway reflects on a lesson his dad taught him around Christmas time. As a spoiled kid, he looked at the small Christmas gift that his Big Mamma had given him. But soon he realizes that out of the countless children she had, she still thought of him and gave of what God had provided for her. God didn't give her much money, but he did give her the power of giving of what she had. We must learn to appreciate what we have, because it's all we got.
Read MoreLetting God do the timing Tonight, A.B. Ridgeway's oldest son wants to be rich and famous...now! He takes the time to explains Divine Timing and how God is in control of what we will be and when we will be. He teaches his son that all we can do is be good stewards of the time God has given us and make choices according to his divine will. This is our life to live, we must be on our own time, not the time set by others.
Read MoreControlling Your Output Through Your Input A.B. Ridgeway explores the dilemma of trying to control our life circumstances by forcing outcomes instead of focusing on the things we are doing to accomplish that outcome. In this episode, we ask our listeners to ask themselves, "How am I functioning?" In many of our lives we see the final form on social media, but many don't feel comfortable sharing the functions of their life. The hard work, the long nights, the frustrating brainstorming sessions, or just feelings of vulnerability to understand that something needs to be changed.
Read MoreA story of how one young boy understood that life is about purpose A.B. Ridgeway tells a story of a young boy who loves spending time with his mother. She loves putting together puzzles. He would sit and watch her as she meticulously searched for pieces to complete the image. We learn that putting the picture together gives us clarity, but searching for those missing puzzle pieces gives us purpose. A young man learns the value of community and being vulnerable. The ability to see what you want in this life and go for it. Realizing that the people who love you will always be here to support you, if they know where you want to go.
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