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Ever needed to be encouraged in your faith or discover God's plan for your life? We believe God is speaking today and hope you find encouragement in the messages and ministry of River of Life Church in Jacksonville, NC.
The air is polluted with wicked spiritual beings, actively inciting rebellion against God. Pastor Chris speaks about how the world really works and how necessary it is to put on the armor of God, daily!
Pastor Miriam speaks about different problems that we have in life and how Jesus is the solution for all of them!
It's all wrapped up in Jesus. A promise to punish sin and a promise to be merciful to the sinner.
Join us as Pastor Marco Peixoto from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil closes out our month of 30 year anniversary celebration.
After 30 years we've never been more tested in battle, we've never had more experience walking by faith and we've never seen the vision more clearly. Pastors Chris and Miriam expand on the vision of River of Life.
Join us as Pastors Chris and Miriam reflect on the last 30 years in the life of our church and cast vision for what is to come!
Sleep will not help if it’s your soul that tired. Pastor Troy Marshall kicks off our 30 year anniversary celebration and teaches how Gods burden should not overwhelm us.
Pastor Rick Ciaramitaro walks us through the Feeding of the Five Thousand and explains the importance of giving, forgiving and thanksgiving.
For those feeling lost or "dropped," God has not forgotten you! Pastor Jennifer Kostyal shares her powerful testimony off the back of an impacting Fire Women's Conference.
Join us for our Fire Women's Conference as Pastor Jennifer Kostyal delivers a powerful message!
You’re going to worship. Everyone, everywhere, does. The only question is, will you worship the Creator, or creation. Will you worship the Lord Jesus, or some other god. Pastor Chris dives into how our good works are a result of our worship!
God will provide everything we need to accomplish the Good Works he has set for us to do, if we ask! Join us as Pastor Chris finished his series on Good Works.
When God wants you to do a good work, He will provide more than enough for you to get it done right! Join us as Pastors Chris and Miriam continue with part three of their series on Good Works!
Good works have the power to influence the attitude of EVERYONE towards God! Pastors Chris and Miriam continue their Good Works series with part two.
Pastors Chris and Miriam kick off this new series by defining the meaning of 'good works' to bring glory to God.
God is in control! Pastor Chris takes us into the truths and a deeper understanding of this statement throughout his message.
The first Sunday of the 2022 was celebrated with a fresh and powerful perspective from Keith Jones to help us jumpstart the New Year.
Despite what our circumstances or past have looked like, Pastors Chris and Miriam share an encouraging message that helps us to look forward our future!
Pastors Chris and Miriam Phillips take on a fresh perspective on this tag team message on the birth of Jesus.
Throughout this message Pastor Chris breaks down what the meaning of Jesus' birth meant to His Father.
Pastor Nanette Phillips from River of Life Virginia shared an encouraging message about what God says and thinks about us at our FWP Christmas Dinner event.
We are going to express one of these two reactions when Jesus returns - "Oh, yes, I'm going!" or "Oh, no, He's coming!".
Pastor Miriam delivers a powerful message on how thanksgiving is our fierce weapon against the enemy and essential in our lives as believers.
When we feel overwhelmed and outnumbered, we must remember that the battle is not ours, but the Lord's!
You are chosen by God! When we respond by faith and believe what God has said about us, He will provide the blessing.
Pastor Chris and Pastor Miriam tag team part 2 in the continuing message on the evidence of the Gospel.
God is aware of our needs and God will take care of our needs! This message from Pastor Chris encourages us that our needs will be met by our Heavenly Father.
Listen to this powerful message from Pastor Chris Phillips demonstrating we are the proof that Jesus is the Way, the Truth, and the Life.
Hear an outstanding message from Pastor Troy Marshall about removing blockages in our lives and becoming "Finally Free".
Check out this powerful message from Pastor Troy Marshall from the Kingdom Men Rising Conference on the "Performance Spirit".
Odell Benton brings an encouraging message about the importance of walking with the right attitude towards God and life.
A powerful message demonstrating the difference how a faith filled response will make you or a fleshy one will break you.
Pastors Chris and Miriam give a powerful final installment of the Ready For What Will Be series.
Pastors Chris and Miriam give a powerful third installment of the Ready For What Will Be series.
In Part 2 of the "Ready What Will Be" series, Pastors Chris and Miriam discuss how we as the church must walk in unity and be ready for Jesus' return.
Pastors Chris and Miriam Phillips continue on for part 3 of the What Am I Missing series highlighting focus and order in our day to day lives.
Pastor Miriam Phillips shares the importance of identifying what is missing and remembering that it is not the Lord that is lacking.
All of us are born searching for something that we know was lost. We learn quickly that the joy of acquiring things and accomplishing thing is never enough. Something is still missing, but what is it? Join Pastor Chris Phillips as he starts off a new series!
Get ready for an amazing message from Pastor Chris about the importance of having the fullness of God, the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit on the inside of us.
We are unquestionably free and stewards of God's Freedom! Listen to this on time message on Fourth of July from Pastor Chris and Pastor Miriam Phillips and embrace your freedom today.
Guest Speaker, Pastor James Grayson from Kingdom Ventures International, shares the truth of Jesus in a powerful and dynamic way.
An amazing message from Pastors Chris and Miriam Phillips on Father's Day. The heart of the Father is with you and for you always!
Pastor Chris continues his message with a part two on the importance on being in union of the Holy Spirit.
Hear a powerful tag team message from Pastors Chris and Miriam Phillips on the importance of being in union with the Holy Spirit.
Join Pastors Chris and Miriam Phillips for a message why the power of the Spirit is necessary and how it is made available to all of us.
Pastor Chris brings a dynamic message on Pentecost Sunday and the importance of being in relationship with the Holy Spirit.
Guest speaker, Pastor Al Brice from Covenant Love Church in Fayetteville, NC, delivers a powerful message of the coming of Jesus and how we as believers must be ready! This is a message to be listened to over and over again!
Showing honor is God's way! In this powerful Mother's Day message, Pastors Chris and Miriam outline how we as believers must be counter-culture individuals who demonstrate honor and respect to others,
A powerful message from Reverend Jennifer Kostyal at our spring Generations Women's Conference on "Generational Chain Breaker". This is a word for every woman from every generation!
How saved are you? How far did Jesus go so that you could be saved? How much salvation do you need? How much do you want? Pastor Chris gives a phenomenal message about the saving power of Jesus! We aren't saved by our good deeds, but by Him alone!
Jesus is in the business of transforming and changing lives! On this powerful day, 21 people chose to be baptized, and Pastors Chris and Miriam give a phenomenal message about the renewing power of Jesus!
There are things that have been passed down from generation to generation, and we have to be able to catch the things of God, hold on to them, and run!
As we gear up for the upcoming Generations Women's Conference, Pastor Miriam Phillips and Erianna Scott come together for a powerful mother and daughter tag team message.
Easter Sunday is the day to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus! This is the cornerstone of our faith. Pastor Chris gives a powerful illustration of how the resurrection still holds power in our lives today.
Pastors Chris and Miriam continue the series about Jesus' role as the Way, Truth, and Life.
Pastors Chris and Miriam begin a new series about Jesus' role as the Way, Truth, and Life.
Many of us place our identity in things that are not lasting, but we have to remember that our identity lies in Jesus, our everlasting hope!
Our identity is not something we choose, it's already set within God's plan! He has set us apart and we are who He says we are. In this powerful message, Pastor Chris outlines how our identity is in Jesus.
Jesus was considered a troublemaker during his time on earth, not because He violated God’s standards, but because He embodied them. Pastor Chris unfolds a powerful message about how being very different by abiding by God's ways is how we as believers should live.
Society has a norm, but what is normal in the world isn't normal in the Kingdom of God. We must follow God's ways, even if they are unpopular. Pastor Chris breaks down how we as believers must be vigilant about doing our life according to God's Word.
We cannot forget who we are in Christ! When we do, the opposite happens. God has given us everything we need to live righteous lives.
Pastor Chris gives a life-changing message about how we MUST hold tightly to the promises of God -- no matter what!
When we understand the high value that God has placed on our life, it's impossible not to live wholly for Him!
The continuation of the Cooperation series, which is a game changer for us as we continue to grow in our faith!
When we open our lives up to the wrong things, it affects us negatively. When we open up the voids in our life to Jesus, something miraculous happens! Pastor Chris gives a powerful message about this very thing.
God meets us where we are, but everything He does after that is designed to take us higher. In this powerful message, Pastor Chris outlines who God elevates when we trust in Him! It's a can't-miss sermon!
We aren't called to do what only God can do. What we are called to do is COOPERATE with Him! Pastors Chris and Miriam bring a life-changing message about the power of cooperating with God.
In this compelling message, Pastor Chris explains why the principles and patterns in God's Word should be the pillars of our life.
This powerful message about living in God's peace is one you'll listen to over and over! Guest speaker, Pastor Rick Ciaramitaro, brings a life-changing word using the example of Job.
Sometimes being in the right position is hard! That doesn't mean that God is not listening or that His Word is untrue. It just means that we must continue to trust and hold onto Him during those times!
Part 2 of the Moving Into Position series is an encouraging and convicting reminder to stay in position with Jesus! This is one you'll want to listen to over and over!
Pastor Chris gives a great illustration of how Jesus is our ultimate example and that we should follow that.
On the first Sunday of 2021, Pastor Chris gives a powerful sermon about making sure we are in the right position to receive from Jesus. There are so many things demanding our attention, but the most important thing we can do is sit at the feet of Jesus and receive from Him!
Keith Jones delivers a powerful message about standing on God's Word during troubled times.
Pastor Chris gives a powerful message about how we must be sensitive to the Holy Spirit and not allow distractions to deaden our spiritual senses.
Pastor Chris starts the series, "Christmas Light," by emphasizing the importance of being a light every day of the year.
Pastors Chris and Miriam continue the series, "Carnal Christians," in this powerful message.
Pastors Chris and Miriam continue the series, "Carnal Christians," in this powerful message.
Lisa Bevere, a world-renowned author and evangelist, shares a powerful perspective with us that what we focus on will tell us where we are headed.
Lisa Bevere, a world-renowned author and evangelist, shares a powerful message as the guest speaker at the Strong Women's Conference.
Pastor Chris starts a new series, "Carnal Christians," outlining how important it is to continuously grow and trust God.
Pastor Chris delivers a powerful message about how God's Sovereignty remains despite our choices. This is a message you'll listen to over and over again!
Pastor Jim Pope gives a phenomenal sermon about how our identity through Christ is that of sons and daughters.
Pastor Chris gives a powerful illustration of our fight between faith and flesh, and how to choose correctly!
Pastor James Grayson gives an on-time message about how following God requires obedience, even when we don't know the next step.
Pastor Chris delivers a powerful message about where our focus should be during this time.
The story of God’s redemptive plan for mankind is a story built on a framework of Covenants. Pastors Chris and Miriam lay out a powerful message on God's Covenant with us in this series.
Having compassion for others will lead us to be a blessing to others in the worst of times.
The story of God’s redemptive plan for mankind is a story built on a framework of Covenants. Pastors Chris and Miriam lay out a powerful message on God's Covenant with us in this series.
God is not unjust and He does not forget. Let's accept the challenge to press through all the way to the end!
The story of God’s redemptive plan for mankind is a story built on a framework of Covenants. Pastors Chris and Miriam lay out a powerful message on God's Covenant with us.
Pastor Mason gives a powerful message about allowing the pressures that we experience push us toward the promises of God.
Who are you influenced by? During this uncertain year, there have been so many things vying for our attention and influencing us. What if the Holy Spirit took that place? Pastor Chris outlines why we should be focused on Jesus now more than ever.
There are some things that we wanted but should be glad we didn't get! God's hand was shielding us during those times. Pastor Chris lays out a fantastic word about trusting God to give us what is best for us -- as his children -- and not always what we think we need or want.
Guest speaker Pastor Pat Schatzline delivers a powerful word about trusting Jesus during these times.
Pastor Pat Schatzline delivers a life-changing message on the power of the altar and restoring the roar as believers. This is one that you'll want to listen to over and over again!
Pastor Karen Schatzline delivers a powerful word at our 2020 Bold Women's Conference. She outlines ways for us to receive and grab healing despite our circumstances.
Whose word are you listening to? Are you taking things that are said at face value? Pastor Chris delivers a powerful word about listening to the voice of God and taking HIS word as the guiding principle in our lives.
We all feel emotionally and spiritually run down at times. This powerful message from Pastor Chris is a reminder to keep going! Don't quit! Keep pressing toward all God has for you!
Pastor Mason gives a vivid illustration of how we as believers can grab onto and run with the promises that God has given us.
Pastor Miriam builds upon the Return series with this powerful message about being ready for the coming of Jesus.
Pastor Chris outlines how we should be preparing for the return of Jesus through His grace. However, supernatural grace teaches and equips us, not excuses and indulges us. This is a must-hear message!
Pastor Chris continues the Return series with a powerful message about our stance during these times.
We’ve all been fooled by wrong expectations. We have to look to the Word of God for truth and respond accordingly!
Pastors Chris and Miriam continue the Return series, outlining the importance of returning to our first love -- Jesus -- especially during turbulent times.
Pastor Chris gives a powerful illustration of where our "roots" should be in order to thrive and flourish as believers.
Pastors Chris and Miriam continue this powerful series about returning to the basics of God's word.
Despite what is going on around us, God always has the last word! We can trust His word and rest confidently that His promises will come to pass!
Guest Speaker Pastor Troy Marshall gives a don't-miss message about how our perspective shapes our view of our circumstances.
Pastor Chris delivers a powerful first part of the Return Series, outlining ways that we must return to the basics of our faith.
Pastor Chris and Pastor Miriam come together to bring a message about the importance of having a strong foundation in our life as part of the Restoration series.
Pastor Chris brings a powerful message on how we can shape the world through people, prayer, pressure, and perseverance.
Pastor Chris continues the Restoration series with a powerful message about the importance of sacrifice.
This powerful message reminds us that in order to be a part of the Kingdom of God, we must believe and act upon the fact that everybody is somebody!
Pastors Chris and Miriam lay out a powerful illustration of how important restoration is right now to the body of Christ.
Pastors Chris and Miriam lay out a powerful illustration of how important restoration is right now to the body of Christ.
This message about who is really controlling our lives is a powerful reminder to let the Holy Spirit lead and guide us.
This message about who is really controlling our lives is a powerful reminder to let the Holy Spirit lead and guide us.
This in-depth message from our Reconciliation series by Pastors Chris and Miriam is a powerful one for this time.
This in-depth message from our Reconciliation series by Pastors Chris and Miriam is a powerful one for this time.
When you’re born again of the Spirit of God, a new ambition begins to overwhelm you. You sense a powerful drive to be successful in living your life for God’s glory. You begin to put God’s kingdom and His standards for what is right above everything and everyone.
Pastor Chris continues the Reconciliation series with this powerful message about reconciliation between parents and children.
Pastor Chris continues the Reconciliation series with this powerful message about reconciliation between parents and children.
Keith Jones delivers a powerful message about how God's favor is on us for this time of our lives.
Before we can point out others' flaws, we must look at ourselves. Pastor Chris illustrates this Biblical concept using three points: The Blind Man, The Boomerang, and The Blessing.
Pastors Chris and Miriam deliver a powerful message on how we as believers have to be part of the solution for reconciliation between others. During these unprecedented times, the message of the Gospel is still the answer.
Pastor Chris shares a powerful example of how to respond as believers during times of disunity in our society and culture. Racism and bigotry stop dead at the cross!
This powerful Pentecost Sunday message from Pastors Chris and Miriam Phillips brings revelation to the times we are facing right now.
During the week leading up to Pentecost, God is doing a new thing like never before. Pastor Jim Pope from Grace Covenant Church brings a powerful Word about this unique time.
In troubling times, it's easy to feel like God is not there or that His promises for our lives aren't true. In this powerful message, guest speaker Pastor Ron McGee demonstrates how faithful Jesus is, even in seasons of difficulty and uncertainty.
God's promises to us are unending and without an expiration date. This encouraging message lays out the Biblical promises that have been given to us as believers.
God's promises to us are unending and without an expiration date. This encouraging message lays out the Biblical promises that have been given to us as believers.
While we aren't able to physically touch those around us right now, we can feel and experience a touch from the Holy Spirit, which is SO NECESSARY for the Body of Christ during this season.
While we aren't able to physically touch those around us right now, we can feel and experience a touch from the Holy Spirit, which is SO NECESSARY for the Body of Christ during this season.
Pastors Chris and Miriam deliver a powerful Mother's Day message about how we are all made in the image of God.
People are looking to us as God's people to show them faith, trust and strength during this challenging time. We have to be people who are following the truth and trusting in Jesus!
Pastors Chris and Miriam deliver a powerful message about how important spiritual discernment is -- especially during these times!
We have a loving Father Who is waiting for us to lean on Him during good times, hard times, and challenging times! Pastor Chris breaks down how we must learn to trust God completely and fully.
As we are entering a "new normal" in our country, state, and community, Pastor Chris delivers a powerful message about what our response should be during this time of crisis. Even when this is all over, how we will respond?
As we are entering a "new normal" in our country, state, and community, Pastor Chris delivers a powerful message about what our response should be during this time of crisis. Even when this is all over, how we will respond?
Pastor Chris continues his series reminding us of things that have not changed -- namely God's promises to us.
While many things are uncertain, God's promises are the same! Pastor Chris delivers a heart-stirring message about trusting God during these times.
In this powerful Palm Sunday message, Pastor Chris demonstrates how our trust must remain in Jesus. He's the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow, and He knows the beginning from end. We can completely be at peace knowing He knows the future!
In this powerful Palm Sunday message, Pastor Chris demonstrates how our trust must remain in Jesus. He's the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow, and He knows the beginning from end. We can completely be at peace knowing He knows the future!
In times of uncertainty and challenge, we MUST have Jesus as our Anchor! Pastor Chris outlines a powerful analogy of how our faith in Christ is like an anchor.
In times of uncertainty and challenge, we MUST have Jesus as our Anchor! Pastor Chris outlines a powerful analogy of how our faith in Christ is like an anchor.
If ever there was a time to rise up as a church and as believers, it's NOW. Pastor Chris delivers a powerful message about the importance of faith, trust, and action during uncertain times.
If ever there was a time to rise up as a church and as believers, it's NOW. Pastor Chris delivers a powerful message about the importance of faith, trust, and action during uncertain times.
Trouble happens. Our lives are not promised to be free of trouble, but we are promised that Jesus is with us through it all. Pastor Chris delivers an encouraging message for this time.
Trouble happens. Our lives are not promised to be free of trouble, but we are promised that Jesus is with us through it all. Pastor Chris delivers an encouraging message for this time.
We are living in a time where we have a lot of questions about what's going on, and the good news is -- Jesus has all of the answers! In this powerful message, Pastor Chris reminds us of the truth of God's Word.
During this challenging time where COVID-19 is affecting the entire globe, Pastor Chris gives a powerful message on our response to the crisis.
The natural response to a threat is to use statistics to calculate our chances, or gather weapons to defend ourselves, or to just plain turn and run. The faith response to fear is to proclaim the promises of God, position ourselves under His authority, and stay in His presence. Pastor Chris delivers a powerful message on turning to God, even during crisis.