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What if the entire Bible has been telling one story all along?
In this message, Pastor DJ takes us to the Road to Emmaus, where Jesus walks with two discouraged disciples and opens the Scriptures to show that everything points to Him. Beginning with Moses and the Prophets, Jesus reveals that the story of redemption has always been about His finished work.
Journey through Creation, the flood, and the account of Elisha and the borrowed axe head to discover how these familiar stories foreshadow the cross and the hope found in Christ.
As you begin to see Jesus on every page of Scripture, you'll gain a deeper confidence in God's Word and a greater appreciation for the Gospel that has been unfolding since the very beginning.
What if salvation is far more than becoming a better person?
In this week's message from Titus 3:1-7, Pastor DJ Edwards explores one of the clearest pictures of the Gospel found in Scripture. Salvation isn't about trying harder, cleaning up your life, or earning God's approval. It's a miracle of God's mercy.
Discover what Paul means by "the washing of regeneration" and why God doesn't simply renovate us—He regenerates us. He gives us a new nature, makes us His sons and daughters, and begins transforming us from the inside out.
If you've ever struggled with discouragement over your spiritual growth or wondered if God is still working in your life, this message is a powerful reminder that the God who saved you is faithfully continuing His work in you.
Listen now and be encouraged by the life-changing truth of God's grace.
When life feels chaotic, uncertain, or completely out of order, it's easy to wonder where God is.
In this message, Pastor D.J. traces a powerful theme woven throughout Scripture—from Creation to the Flood, through the Red Sea, and ultimately to the baptism of Jesus—to reveal that God has always been present in the chaos. He is Lord over it. He brings order, peace, cleansing, and rescue where everything else seems to be falling apart.
You'll also discover the rich biblical meaning of baptism and why it is far more than a religious tradition. Every baptism is a declaration of God's saving work—a picture of dying with Christ, being raised to new life, and belonging to Him.
If you're walking through a season that doesn't make sense, this message is a reminder that the God who brought His people safely through the waters is still writing the same story today.
PRAISE THE LORD! This command in Psalm 100 shows us three things. Find out what those three things are and what they mean for you in this message.
The greatest words of the Lord's Prayer in the book of Matthew are, "Our Father." Listen and learn why it's amazing that Christians get to access the creator of the universe as our father.
It's the nature of humanity to hide from sin, failure guilt, & shame. But it's the nature of God to seek out those who are lost. Take a listen to a portion of a sermon entitled, "Hidden."
What does it mean seek first the kingdom of God? When was the last time you were found busy with the Father's business? Are you placing faith in the report of the Lord or what your own report says? Take a listen to this message full of Biblical teaching on seeking first the kingdom and the theme of first fruits in the scripture.
Sometimes the things we think have permanently stained us are really just the dirt and dust we picked up walking through life in a broken world. They touched us, but they do not define us.
Those things do not have to get through us.
Take a listen to this sermon entitled, "Stained."
Pastor DJ speaks into the lives of graduating seniors as he urges them as the book of Proverbs does to, "guard their hearts".
What do you do when life gets messy? Take a listen as Pastor DJ teaches from the book of Proverbs from a verse we bet you've never given thought to.
What do we do when we feel as if life is suffocating. In Psalm 69, The Psalmist cries out in prayer during a turbulent season. Pastor Dj teaches about the theme of water and how it points us to the one who is master over the turbulence.
In an "insta" world where everyone wants results and answers in a moment. God's Word teaches us something completely different. Take a listen as Pastor DJ encourages us to run the race and put in the investment that it takes in our relationship with the Lord.
Has life hit you so hard you didn't have words to pray? Pastor Dj gives a powerful and practical teaching on how to pray when you don't seem to have the right words to pray. He breaks down what he calls "The Trifecta of Prayer" and shows us how the Holy Spirit helps us in our time of prayer.
What is so powerful about the resurrection and how should it change how we live our lives as believers. Take a listen as Pastor Dj gives us 3 things the resurrection shows us and how it transforms our daily lives.
What we believe about God is the most important thing about us. Everything in your life flows from that. Pastor DJ teaches us who God is and how that should and can transform us.
It’s the quiet wonder that surfaces in still moments and the deep ache that rises in seasons of uncertainty: Where did I come from? What is the meaning of my life? And where am I going?
In this powerful and thought-provoking message, Pastor D.J. Edwards explores what Scripture reveals about this universal human longing. He unpacks the reality that this question is not accidental—it is God-given.
Take a listen to this encouraging message! Pastor Dj teaches on the importance of properly placed faith and how to fight what the Apostle Paul calls the "good fight of faith."
Pastor DJ looks at the prophet Ezekiel and discusses the calling on Ezekiel's life and how it correlates with the life of a believer.
A name is a proclamation of identity, a description of character, the title of position. There are a lot of great names, but Jesus is the Name that’s above every name!
Discover Who God is, and HOW God is, through His many names!
"A King is Coming" echos through all of the Old Testament pointing us forward to the coming of the Savior. But He did not show up like one may expect. Take a listen to this seasonal message of the Kinghood of Jesus.
Take a listen to this teaching on Psalm 107 as we reflect on gratitude.
It isn’t a feeling — it’s a spiritual posture. We thank God in every circumstance…because His goodness never changes.
Jesus’ final command to His followers was clear: go and make disciples, and be His witnesses to the ends of the earth. Yet many of us still wrestle with the quiet barriers in our own minds—doubts, fears, and insecurities that hold us back from stepping into our calling.
In this episode, Pastor D.J. unpacks three common mental obstacles that often keep believers from sharing their faith, and shows how the truth of Scripture powerfully dismantles each one.
Take a moment to listen, be encouraged, and be equipped to walk boldly in the mission Jesus has given us.
The only way we stand against the enemy’s attack on our lives, is to set our own armor aside, and wear Jesus’ own armor that He has provided.
Your faith will be stirred as you listen to “The Armor of God”!
Enjoy this untitled sermon. Pastor Dj encourages us from the scripture and reminds us that God is reweaving things for the good.
In God's Word we see that the Father patiently & faithfully draws all humanity to His Son, Jesus. He is not willing that any should perish, but that all would come to know Him. However, scripture also shows us that he will give those who choose to rebel over to what they ultimately want - themselves.
What do we do when we feel like what we have is not enough? What wisdom can we gain from God's Word when we feel inadequate at what we are called to do?
What is faith? Does everyone have it? How do I use my faith? Take a listen to this nuts and bolts message on faith and what it means to be a person of faith!
Take a listen as Pastor DJ teaches from the book of Acts and shows what the promised Baptism in the Holy Spirit meant for His followers then and what it means for His followers today!
David's life was full of highs and lows. Through it all, he stayed the course and trusted in God's goodness & loyal love more than his current circumstances. Take a listen and be encouraged!
We know how to cry out to God in pain… but what about when the devil starts offering us pleasure?
In this bold and honest message, we explore the difference between persecution and temptation — and why resisting what feels good may be the hardest spiritual battle you’ll ever fight. David stood strong through heartbreak, loss, and warfare — until one quiet afternoon on a rooftop. This sermon will confront the lie that pain is the true test of maturity… and expose the real war we face when temptation knocks. If you’re tired of shallow sermons and ready to go deeper, watch this. Your future may depend on it.
Take a listen as Pastor DJ teaches through the scriptures showing the theme of waters/waters of chaos.
Every fifth Sunday, our church has, "River Kids Takeover." Our Kids Ministry leads our service utilizing our student leaders to share what they have been learning in River Kids. Take a listen and be encouraged as God uses our students to share Biblical truths!
David was on the run for his life for 10 years before he actually took the throne. Join us as we walk through 1 Samuel chapters 17- 22 and look at the fall of the house of Saul and the rise of the house of David.
Join us as we continue teaching through the Bible this year. We look at 3 dads in the Bible and what their decisions show us about God works in the world to bring about his purposes.
How does the story of one of the worst judges in the Bible, Samson, point us to the day of Pentecost? Find out in this sermon!
When a generation forgets the Lord, the consequences echo through history. That’s why those who know Him carry a sacred responsibility—to boldly pass on the truth to their children and grandchildren.
Be encouraged by this message, presented on Memorial Day weekend that reminds us to REMEMBER.
The book of Joshua is a historical narrative account of the newly formed nation of Israel as they possess the land that God has promised to give them. What do these real life accounts have to do with us today? Grab your Bible, notebook & pen and join us as we dive into the Biblical era of conquest!
What if your calendar and bank statement could speak for you—what would they say you love most? In this thought-provoking sermon, Pastor DJ unpacks the connection between our hearts and our habits, showing how our time and money reveal what we truly value. Discover God’s heart for generosity and why giving isn’t just about finances—it’s about freedom, trust, and transformation. Don’t miss this one—it just might change the way you give and the way you live.
Sometimes life throws us curveballs and can leave us asking the question, "What's the point?" Listen to this teaching from Pastor DJ as he shows us the Biblical answer to that very question.
What do you do when your life is in a transition? What steps should you take to help you through a wilderness season. Listen as Vince brings a practical life message entitled, " Warning: Transition in Process."
What is salvation? Is our salvation secured by our behavior? Take a listen to this sermon on what salvation is and what it isn't.
Take a listen as Pastor Dj testifies and shares with us the radical changes he is experiencing in his life. Maybe you are experiencing something similar? Maybe you are experiencing a theological transplant!
Pastor DJ challenges us to live a life that is loud with the good news of Jesus Christ.
Not all contact with God's Word is good contact. We must come to God's Word on its terms, not our own. Take a listen as Pastor Dj teaches on what The Bible is and how handling it responsibly will transform our lives.
Enjoy this message on how believers should react & respond during rough seasons of prayer!
The foundation of all prayer is fellowship with The Lord Himself. All of our petitions and intercession is left sorely lacking, without His continuous lead. Get to know God by focusing your prayer time on communion with Him!
Is it ok to ask God for the things we need and desire? Why does God answer some prayers, but not others? How can we know what to pray, and how?
In this, the first message in our series on Prayer, we gain rare insight that is “hiding in plain sight.” Learn what Jesus says about making requests of God, and start praying like never before.
We are called to love God with our whole being, not just with a “belief”. We serve God with our spirit, our mind, and our physical body!
Be encouraged and inspired by this challenging message to “Own the Zone” of your life!
If God dwells within a person, that person has a burden to see others come to The Lord. His heartbeat is to offer an invitation of forgiveness, redemption, and a to be a part of His family, to all human beings. And, He sends this offer THROUGH those that already belong to Him.
We are called OUT to the lost!
The term “Body of Christ” includes all who have placed their faith in Jesus for salvation. The term “Church”, however, refers to the gathering together of believers, into local assembled families, for the purpose of fellowship, worship, discipleship, and service.
Much of what God does for and through humanity is reserved exclusively for the “Church”. Even hearing from God is extremely limited, if we are not a committed part of our local Church family.
Be encouraged and challenged by this message, as we learn about the gift, which is the Church.
The Lord is calling us to more. In this second week of our series, we hear practical information from God’s Word that show us how to walk in closer fellowship with Him.
You will never be the same after hearing this, somewhat radical, and totally refreshing look at the Christian life.
“Recently, the Lord spoke to me while I was standing in my kitchen, and said “you are called to more”.”
Pastor D.J. shares here what God put on his heart concerning what this local body of believers is being challenged to do in this season.
Almost immediately after Jesus’ resurrection, He walked with two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. They were kept from recognizing Him. As they talked He took them through the Old Testament scriptures, interpreting all that was written about Him.
What did He tell them? There are three basic concepts He would’ve covered.
In this final message of this three part series we explore the MESSIANIC PROPHECIES.
Be sure to watch week 1 and 2
Almost immediately after Jesus’ resurrection, He walked with two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. They were kept from recognizing Him. As they talked He took them through the Old Testament scriptures, interpreting all that was written about Him.
What did He tell them? There are three basic concepts He would’ve covered.
In this second of this three part series we explore the CHRISTOPHANIES; “visible manifestations of God the Son on Earth, BEFORE He came as Jesus”
Be sure to watch week 1 and 3
Almost immediately after Jesus’ resurrection, He walked with two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. They were kept from recognizing Him.
As they talked He took them through the Old Testament scriptures, interpreting all that was written about Him.
What did He tell them? There are three basic concepts He would’ve covered.
In this first of this three part series we explore TYPOLOGY; the events that literally took place, and people that actually lived, that “painted a picture” of Jesus and His work on the cross to pay fulfill the Law, forgive of sin, redeem from the curse.
God is unchanging. He has always been a protector, a preserver, and a provider.
No matter what avenue He chooses to use to keep you as you lean on Him, God is always good, and always knows best.
You will be encouraged and refreshed as you listen to this message, and realize how God has always kept you, and how He always will.
When we understand that our redemption is so much bigger than escaping punishment, our whole life is transformed.
God doesn’t want slaves, but Sons.
You’re not simply forgiven… You’re in the family!
Discover the greatness of God Himself, what He’s really like, and how we become ONE with Him. Listen now!
Great things are never accomplished by anyone alone. God made humans to need each other. When we walk in unity toward a common purpose, nothing is impossible.
This makes the enemy’s number one goal to sow discord, to divide friends, marriages, families, and churches.
This message will inform, inspire, and empower you to recognize the enemy, and to work toward Godly unity in your life and relationships.
Have you ever experienced a time when you’re doing “the things“ that you’re supposed to be doing; reading your Bible, praying, tithing, attending church, but it just seems like something is wrong?!
The Christian life is not the promise of undisturbed, smooth waters. As a matter of fact, as we pursue the Lord, further, we are going to experience resistance.
Gain a brand new perspective in this message, where you may just discover that something is right!
Did you ever put all of your effort, time, and money, into a great plan, only to find out God was moving a different direction?
We as humans make lots of plans in our mind, but only God’s plans really work!
In this inspiring, and CORRECTING, message, discover how to know which way God’s wind is blowing in your life!
Enjoy the third and final part of our sermon series called, "A Christmas Carol: Confronting the "ghosts" of our past, present, & future."
“Believing things are going to change is not enough to actually make things change. Taking the practical steps of intentionally applying God’s principles is the only way to have a diffierent life. Be encouraged to put in the work to unwrap your “present” from God”
Enjoy part 2 of our 3 part sermon series entitled, "A Christmas Carol Sermon Series: Confronting the "ghosts" of our past, present, & future."
Enjoy a part of the first of a three part sermon series called, "A Christmas Carol: Confronting the "ghosts" of our past, present, & future."
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You are valuable to God. He created you with purpose, with a plan. He knew all of your failures before He called you, and still He chose you. God wants you!
God is ALL POWERFUL, ALL KNOWING, EVER PRESENT, and ETERNAL. If He is anything less, He wouldn’t be God. God being God, is reason enough to worship Him. Fall in love with God all over again as you hear that He is “ALL THAT!”
Many sincere, God-loving people, waste countless hours, and even years of mental and emotional energy, struggling with knowing what God has called them to do in their life.
If we are able to step back and look at the “whole picture“ suddenly our anxiety is relieved. We come to understand that the heart of God is not nearly as “picky“ as we are about what we are doing, but rather with HOW.
Hear this incredibly thought-provoking, and encouraging message, that will help us to accomplish the heart of God in the Earth, no matter where we live, or “what” we are doing.
RE-PRESENT.
There is no replacement for the “fresh bread” that God supplies during time spent with Him. Too often we chase “crumbs” that we have dropped, and miss out on knowing God Himself.
A good insurance policy assures us that anything that goes wrong is covered. That insurance is paid for ahead of time, before anything goes wrong.
God wasn’t caught off guard by the fall of humanity, the failure of people, due to rejecting His way.
He placed a plan in order before the beginning of time, an “Insurance policy”, and that plan is Jesus.
Enjoy this practical teaching by guest speaker, Vince Wilson on inviting God into your finances!
Throughout history, every time humanity believed that they could accomplish God’s “gold standard” and make themselves righteous, they/we failed.
Even under the Law, blood was required to cover man’s iniquity, and sacrifice had to be made repeatedly.
When the time came, the final Lamb came to do what no other could so, so deliver people from sin’s penalty once and for all.
This Blood’s for YOU.
Here are three important factors of the Christian life for believers to know, especially new believers, or even the lost!
Salvation, Water Baptism, the Local Church
What does the Bible have to say about these subjects, and what benefit do they have in our lives?
Being old doesn’t automatically make you wise.
Being young doesn’t necessarily mean that someone is foolish.
Be encouraged by this very special “Pentecost Sunday” message about the Wisdom the Holy Spirit gives.
Your heart is the part of you that has relationship with God. It is your direction and compass.
Every part of your life flows from the condition of your heart… so protect it!
Here you will find out what it means to “guard the heart” and HOW to do it!
God created women as equals, with men quoteto stand alongside each other, and to stand face-to-face in accountability.
Men and women are created with unique differences, counterparts, to complete God’s work.
Women are gods, great defenders of men and family. Find out what you may have never known in this message, warrior, princess.
Those that have been born again should be actively sharing what Jesus has done!
If we believe that people are lost without Jesus, and will be lost eternally, how much do we have to hate someone to withhold the message of salvation from them?!
Go tell everybody!
Years ago, every king would make a proclamation of the good changes he was going to bring to the kingdom while he was reigning. This declaration was called his “gospel“.
When Jesus, the son of a carpenter from Nazareth, came with a gospel, you can understand why it caused such an upheaval.
What was this Gospel that Jesus declared that he would accomplish? Find out in this enlightening message.
The enemy of our soul is not interested in whether or not we sin. he’s only interested in stopping us, even if it’s just with busyness, pressure, and distraction.
Learn to identify and lay aside EVERY WEIGHT.
Did you know that you can’t stay saved anymore than you could save yourself in the first place?
Jesus is the Savior AND the Keeper!
Be set free from the fear of losing your salvation and live for Jesus like never before!
Join us for this in-depth teaching on the act of communion & what it means in the life of a believer.
Take a listen to guest speaker, Ryan Sutton as he brings a message from the book of Ephesians & challenges us to stand strong!
As believers our lives should be lived for eternal purposes. Our goal should be to win every human being to The Lord Jesus.
Statistics show that on average, Christians tell 0.6 people about Jesus in their whole lifetime.
When you stand before Him one day, will He say “Well done”?
Many times we become discouraged if temptation and trial show up, right after we’ve had a great “God Encounter”. We tend to believe that our touch from God meant that things we get better. The truth of the matter is that our time of blessing was probably preparation for the trouble ahead.
The good news is that your purpose is just beyond the wilderness!
Be equipped, encouraged, and challenged by “I’m Only Passing Through!”
Jesus wants to do so much more than to simply forgive sin! He wants to teach you the way to victorious living. This teaching process is called DISCIPLESHIP.
A disciple is a student, a follower. As we are discipled we learn of Jesus, walk with Jesus, and share Jesus. As a follower of Jesus we are called to do more than attend church… we’re called to BE the church!
At the center of our Heavenly Father’s heart is family, fellowshipping together, worshiping and serving Him together.
The Greek word that describes the act of Believers gathering together for fellowship and worship is “ekklesia”, or as we say in English, “church”!
Throughout scripture we are shown the power of people gathering, receiving instruction, and being sent out.
In a time when many seem to be neglecting church more than ever is probably when we need it more than ever!
Let’s go to church!
Real revival is more than a week of scheduled meetings. Throughout history God has decided to turn entire nations toward Him by moving through a small group of hungry believers that carry the fire everywhere. Be super charged with hope and faith through this message, as we ask God to DO IT AGAIN!
We must not place our hope in what we want God to do, or our hope can be continually shaken. We must place our hope in WHO God is, no matter any outcome, and we’ll be unmovable!
Be encouraged by this FAITH BUILDING message as you learn that God is good even when life is hard!
It’s easy to allow flattery to get in the way of growth. If we ever build a foundation on the praises of humanity, they can leave us as quickly as they lifted us.
Place your faith on God and His Word, and seek His approval!
Life is busy! If we do not make time to rest at Jesus’ feet we have missed what really matters, and will self destruct.
Be encouraged now to be refreshed and restored!
When the message of the Gospel is presented, the power of God is released!
The heart of the Biblical message is God’s redemption plan for humanity through Jesus’ death and resurrection.
If we remain fixed to this foundation, we will remain connected to the Holy Spirit’s miraculous strength.
Do you love to worship?!
Romans 12:1 in the CSB Bible says that the way we offer our physical body to God’s ways is our true worship.
We many enjoy the emotions of singing, shouting, dancing, and lifting our hands, but what about our eating, our work ethic, and our time management? Are we really worshipers?
Be challenged and encouraged to worship God with your LIFE.
Women's Weekend 2022 was all about being bold. Take a listen as Dr. Audrey Seaton-Bacon shares what it means to be "in Him" and how we can be bold in Christ!
To make wine it must sit and ferment before being poured from one vat to another, and another, and another. With each pour the dregs (impurities) are left behind with their stench.
Even so, every believer that wants God’s best must endure being poured from season to season, leaving behind all that would hinder His scent and flavor from reigning in our lives.
How many times have your Problems tempting you to back up, slow down, re-route, or quit?!
Don’t forget what has been Promised to you, and the reason you’re going this way in the first place!
Your problem might be difficult but The Promise is Greater than The Problem!
God’s promises are on a particular path! No matter who you are, or what you know, you will not experience God’s best if you are not living in God’s WAY.
Times of transition come to all of us, continually throughout our lives. How we handle the transition determines our victory and success.
Will you resist transition, or be transformed?
God’s Word is ALIVE!
When we consume it, by reading and hearing it preached, it gives that life to us!
You will be encouraged and challenged by this POWER-FILLED message!
Persistence and Perseverance have always been common traits in the children of God. We seem to live in a time when many give up too quickly.
If anything is worth having it’s worth giving an honest try! Be encouraged by our heroes of the faith, and get filled with motivation for your own walk!
God told His children He would give them a Two-Fold Recompense for their Shame… literally “Double for their Trouble”!
God hates injustice! He is a God who restores and redeems!
Find out more in this life-changing word… DOUBLE!
One of the most inspiring and EQUIPPING messages for Father’s and families you’ve ever heard! The Father is the Husband (literally HOUSE-BAND) that holds the family together!
You will be super charged with vision, faith, and the information you need to be the best you’ve ever been. You’re a dad!
The heartbeat of God in everything we do is that we would share Jesus with others, that they could receive the same salvation that we have!
This message will build you up and challenge you to WIN SOULS!
Everything that we do and say is a lot bigger than the moment it happens in. They are all seeds that grow into something much bigger.
Each action starts a chain reaction. We cannot live for the momentary result of our actions, but for what each one will trigger and produce in return.
Chess players don’t play for the most pieces won, but for the end goal.
In our lives, are we playing checkers or are we playing chess… making a choices for our King?
Jump into this sermon as Pastor Vince Wilson preaches, "Try." You will be challenged and encouraged to just keep going!
Some people claim they trust the Lord, but you can’t trust what you won’t even taste!
Experience this message about the blessed life of doing it God’s way!
Take a listen to this LIFE CHANGING message from Mother's Day at The River! Pastor Dj empowers our women from the Word and challenges all of us to view women the way the our redeeming Father does. Find out why & how women are the crowning jewel of creation and an intricate part in the Kingdom of God.
If a person lives their life for God's Kingdom purposes they are going to experience lots of adversity. We tend to look for a way out of our battles, instead of winning them! God's plan is not that we run from the battle, but that we conquer, and grow because of it. In this message you will learn that you're "better for the battle"!
There are things that God wants to happen on the Earth that will not happen if we do not obey. He has chosen to work through humanity to bring Heaven to Earth. What are you doing about it?
Join us for Easter at The River 2022 as we look back to our spiritual roots in order to fully understand the magnitude of who Jesus is! He is our Passover Lamb & our Risen Savior!
Do you know the difference between Grace & Mercy? There’s a big one, and it matters!
These two contrasting elements join forces, working together everyday in the life of the believer. Find out what, why, and how, in this reality shaking message… “Grace and Mercy”!
We will have trouble in our lives, but God promised that he will never leave us. Find out how we can live a life filled with problems and still be victorious!
There are significant reasons why scripture commands us to praise the Lord. Join us as we go through the Bible and dig into the power of praise. Take a few minutes and find out what YOUR PRAISE has the power and ability to do!
We are taking our nation by storm with the power of prayer!
We have all struggled somehow with the condition of our nation due to the pandemic & the struggles that have come with it. This message is going to INSPIRE you to pray like never before, and TEACH you God’s “inside” principle of HOW to see your prayers answered. Our prayer is that it will fill you with Hope, Encouragement, and Faith for your life and future!
Have you ever felt that life has become too much? Too hectic? Too heavy? Listen to this FAITH BUILDING message, “Sink or Swim!”
Have you ever had wrong feelings and desires? Have you ever felt horrible about "those thoughts" that pop into your head? How do we overcome the feelings of guilt and shame over wrong desires or temptations? Take a listen & be free!
Anything worth having is worth working for. You will never succeed in anything by accident. Victory requires PURSUIT.
God gave us an amazing example of how to pursue His best in the way that He pursued all of us.
Get ready to experience God’s very best, and get ready to accept the required challenge of finding it in this perspective shifting message…. “PURSUIT”.
Take a listen as Pastor Vince brings a message from the book of Daniel. Do you have a winning mindset?
Take a listen as Pastor DJ teaches from Romans 8. What does it mean that we are "more than conquers"? How do we apply that to our lives? Enjoy the message, "We Win."
The way we view God makes all the difference in the world. Take a listen and be encouraged!
God has given us such a tremendous gift of salvation, joy, freedom and peace. Have you opened it yet?
What does it mean that Jesus came? Listen as Pastor DJ preaches from Luke on this first Sunday in December.
We are curious how many have struggled with the “What Ifs?”… What if I hadn’t said that? What if I had gotten there sooner? What if I had stayed? What if I could’ve told them? What if I would’ve paid attention?
Have you ever dealt with regret? Get RELIEF and HELP from God’s Word!
Take a listen to this message.
Have you ever been crippled by fear?
Have you ever received information that stripped you of hope and took your strength?
Learn how to conquer fear and panic and receive victory in your life!
Do you ever feel like life is closing in, like you’re being buried alive?! Maybe you’re actually being PLANTED to grow into something great!
Hear this life changing message about the “principle of the seed” that will change your perspective in everything!
Take a listen as one of our River Kids shares his testimony on how he overcame the fiery darts that the enemy was throwing at him.
Find out how you take authority over the lies of the enemy!
When you know HOW your enemy works, you can defeat the plan that’s against you!
Don’t wait to one more minute to learn “The Devil’s Devices”
Enjoy part 2 of our 3 part sermon series, "Do You Want a Revolution?"
Pastor DJ encourages us as we learn about the fight after freedom! We are in a war, but it's worth it!
Rally the troops is the first of three messages in a series titled, "Do You Want a Revolution?"
In this message the word of God awakes sleeping believers, warns them of the enemy’s plan, and calls them to action in the war that we face for lost souls, and our own personal victory.
You cannot live a victorious Christian life without understanding the purpose and function of God’s Law and His Grace. In this message you will learn what the Law is for and what it IS NOT for.
This truth holds the key to a life free from shame.
Sisterhood Sunday is the culmination of our Women's Weekend.
Be encouraged as guest speaker, Ashley Harrison talks about picking those things in our lives back up and letting the King of Glory use them for His Kingdom!
Many times our praise is based on the emotions of the moment, or what God has done for us. But what is praise?
In this faith stirring message we are challenged to praise God for Who He is.
Here are 3 Times to Praise the Lord!
How often does a hard time make us forget every good thing around us? Don’t be quick to “throw in the towel” just because of a tough season! Don’t stop now!
Our whole life will change when we realize God is a loving father instead of a legalistic judge.
You may know He is the all powerful creator but do you know Him as Father
Jesus always goes to the greatest lengths to bring deliverance to his people. Be blessed by this life changing message entitled, "Go Big & Go Home."
We go through so many trials in our lives and we allow the enemy to get us on the ropes. It's time to punch back! Listen to this encouraging, life giving, & practical message as Vince Wilson gives you the "punches" that you need to be using in life.
The first Adam partook of a tree that offered life but brought death to all. The last Adam, Jesus, partook of a tree intended to give death, but brought life to all that would receive Him.
Be encouraged by this message as you learn why it is so important to understand that Jesus is “the last Adam“.
When Jesus described how the Holy Spirit would work in our lives he compared Him to a river. Take a listen to this message and find out how the Holy Spirit works as a river in our lives.
What would happen if we started paying attention to the little stuff that's sneaking in and stealing our fire? Let's turn the tables, united with our brothers and sisters and start giving time to go light fires!
What if you discovered that God had already answered your prayer? What if you realized you had blocked the door where your miracle had been delivered?
In this message you will learn that the problem is not with the source, and how we can remove the “Blessing Blockers”!
If you need something that you don’t have you have to go where it is to obtain it. If you stay where you’re at and expect to get something different you will remain empty.
In this message you will be inspired, challenged, and given answers! Experience a “New Thing” in your life from God!
What does it mean to be washed by the water of The Word? Listen to this message and discover why and how we are washed by the water of The Word & how we should be servant hearted like Jesus.
Part 4 in our May Sermon Series, "Mission Possible: Declaring War On Hell"
This message is titled "This Is How We Fight Our Battles."
Part 3 in our May Sermon Series, "Mission Possible: Declaring War On Hell"
In this message, we learn the job of the church! Are you ready to turn this world upside down for Jesus?
Part 2 in our May Sermon Series, "Mission Possible: Declaring War On Hell"
How do we fight THE PROBLEM?? We have powerful spiritual weapons in our arsenal that we must use!
Listen to this message to find out what those are and how to use them!
The first message in our May Sermon Series!
The problems we see in our world are only the result of THE problem. We have a spiritual enemy that can only be fought with spiritual weapons.
We’re declaring war on hell!
Pastor Vince Wilson brings a practical message. Trust The Lord as we go from "Struggle To Strategy."
Session 5 of our Maximum Impact Alliance discipleship class.
This class was recorded on an iphone during our in home discipleship study.
Have you ever experienced rejection or just felt unwanted?
God wants you! And there are also safe loving people that want you in their lives too!
Get ready to be blessed, encouraged, and challenged as you listen to this message “WANTED”!
Session 4 of our Maximum Impact Alliance discipleship class.
This class was recorded on an iphone during our in home discipleship study.
Our adversary, the enemy of our souls, the devil, hates us. He hates Jesus and he hated humanity. He wants to kill us.
He is real and trying to stop us, but God is with us! If we will submit to God He’ll take what the enemy meant for evil and turn it for good!
Session 3 of our Maximum Impact Alliance discipleship class.
This class was recorded on an iphone during our in home discipleship study.
Session 1 of our Maximum Impact Alliance discipleship class.
This class was recorded on an iphone during our in home discipleship study.
Session 1 of our Maximum Impact Alliance discipleship class.
This class was recorded on an iphone during our in home discipleship study.
The last sermon in our "Together" sermon series, we unfold the recipe for unity in the body of Christ!
The difference between a pile of rock and a fireplace is ASSEMBLY. The Bible teaches that believers are living stones and that we are to be built into a spiritual house together to do God's work. Individually we are parts and pieces but to be the CHURCH there is "Some Assembly Required"!
A human body is an assembly of various parts with different functions that make up one complete unit. The body of Christ on the earth is the same and his followers are the parts.
Be encouraged and challenged by this exciting, faith stirring message, it will help you to find your place and fulfill your call to complete the body of Christ!
Join us for Pt 2 of our sermon series, "Together"
This is the first sermon in a 4 part sermon series called, "Together."
A church is not a church if it’s not a family! We are called to be more than a crowd!
Beyond the foundation of the gospel of Jesus Christ being preached and taught there are two things that are absolutely essential to the health of every church; in reach and outreach.
Transform your life and church right here and now by listening to this ground shaking message!
Do you want to be ON FIRE for God?
You can have the fire of the Holy Spirit without begging or pleading! God will make you a flame for Him and change your life! Learn how in this encouraging, life filled, message!
If you’ve ever felt like your life is out of control, that confusion surrounds you, or that you need peace, this message it going to encourage you. God specializes in turning chaos into order!
One of the most encouraging messages you’ll ever hear on how God saves us and KEEPS us!
Only one requirement has been given to be saved from sin. The Lord said “when I see the Blood I’ll pass over you”.
Which house are you living in today?
Session One of our Bible Study, "Brand New."
Have you ever felt concerned that you have lost your salvation? Are you ever unsettled, wondering if you are in right relationship with God? Have you ever wondered “just how saved am I?”
Did you know that you can be correct and still not be right?
What we say is only as good as the reason behind it!
In this message we learn that our words and our conversations actually steer the direction of our life. If you want to change your life you must change your mouth.
It does no good to be correct if “you ain’t right!”
We tend to ask God for an ETA (estimated time of arrival) in so many areas of our lives. But, God is calling us to prepare in this season! We must shift our focus, and use the tools that God has put before us instead of giving so much time to the things of this world. Enjoy this timely & life changing message from Pastor Vince Wilson.
When everyone else is screaming there is no more hope, that's when the children of God should stand up and proclaim the God Of Hope! We are not citizens of this world. Our allegiance is to the Kingdom of God. Let's live like it!
...forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
Paul encourages us to not call up our past in order for us to reach and grasp the calling that God has for us now! Do you have anything that you need to say goodbye to?
Jesus saved us to show us off. Are you pulling Heaven down and throwing it out? Be encouraged by this message!
In this message, we deal with what The Lord wants to do in each life, and we focus on the coming year and what it means for our church and community.
If you have been thirsty for joy, and for strength, God has heard your hearts. He is also calling us to be part of something great that He wants to do.
Join Pastor Vince Wilson as he shows us how to identify the things in our lives that seek to trample and eventually destroy our Christian walk. We learn to protect those things that are valuable in us and to us.
Join us for FAMILY SUNDAY! What does it mean to be sanctified?? Listen as Pastor DJ breaks down the Word for the kids and delivers a sermon from Jeremiah called, "God Can Use Anybody."
Enjoy this message taken from Romans where we discuss Jesus' fulfillment of The Law and what it means for believers!
The Bible says that the born again Christian is a sweet savor to our the Heavenly Father. A life lived in obedience to Christ smells amazing to God the Father. It reminds Him of the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross!
The book of Isaiah says that He gives a garment of praise for a spirit of heaviness. We have a tools to use when life gets heavy. Are you using them?
2020 has been a rough year! Pandemic, race riots, a heated election. What do we do when time & life opportunities that are stolen from us? Listen to this message!
Do you deal with shame of your past? Learn what the Word of God says about being ashamed.
Have you ever felt inadequate? Do you get nervous when it comes to sharing your faith with others? Listen to this message!
Are we after what God can do for us or what God can do through us?! Are we trying to get Jesus to move for us or getting Jesus to move us? Has your brook dried up?! Its revival time! It might mean you're already full and it's time to do something!
We all know Jesus loves everybody. In this message, we focus on 3 stories from the Gospels where Jesus steps into life situations and changes everything! Jesus loves the broken, the forgotten, & the despised!
Salvation is not a club that we join. To be born again means to be given a new identity and adopted into the family of God.
Here we examine the doctrine of “Unconditional Eternal Security” or what many call “Once Saved Always Saved”.
Enjoy this message from our very own Vince Wilson! Satan's job is to wear us down & take us out. As men and women of God, we must be strategic and aware of the strategies that the enemy comes against us with.
God is calling us out. He loves us too much to not tell on us. The world is waiting on YOU. It's time to stop hiding in the baggage.
Do you want to know what God is like? Do you want to know the meaning of life? Take a listen!
IF ANYTHING FROM YOUR PAST has ever held you back... you want to hear this message today!!!!
The Lord is standing at the door of our hearts asking to fellowship with you! Are you answering?
God has given us a way to turn on the light in our lives. It might not be the way that you think! Be encouraged by this VERY practical teaching.
As believers, we live our lives crucified with Christ. What does that mean? Enjoy this teaching message as we dive into what it means to be crucified with Christ!
Sometimes the way we fight our fight is by resting and by leaning on our brothers and sisters in Christ! Enjoy this message given on Mother's Day 2020!
Sometimes the journey is more important than the destination! Sometimes what we called stuck, God calls preserved! Trust in the Lord and in His plan.
*Recorded during Quarantine
A majority of church goers do not know what THE GOSPEL is.
Do you? Find out now and be equipped to spread God’s message of love and hope!
Has your calling outgrown your location?
If there isn’t room where you’re at God might be moving you!
God could've delivered Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego FROM the fire but instead he delivered them IN the fire! Many times we try to pray away the very things that are going to promote us and get the most glory for God. Don't pray out of the problem, pray through it!
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In the face of COVID-19, the church is standing up and being the church. We are called to be the light of the World. We do that by telling our story of how we were lost and now we are found. When we do, we find that the Holy Spirit will empower us and work with us to share the Gospel. LET THE REDEEMED OF THE LORD SAY SO!
We believe God is calling us to big things, right? But how can he lead us and take us into those ministries, jobs, business opportunities, etc. when our minds are constantly bogged down by the problems of this world. Our minds must be renewed by His Word and through spending time with Him. Are we allowing the Holy Spirit to work in our minds on a continual basis?
Enjoy this powerful sermon by guest speaker, Vince Wilson
There will never be a friend like Jesus!
In this sermon, you will hear how Jesus was and is a friend of sinners. We remind ourselves that God is our friend. Lastly, we are challenged by asking ourselves, "Are we God's friend?"