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RiverGlen Christian Church
One Church. Multiple Locations.
Service Times: Waukesha Campus | Saturdays at 5:00pm CDT Pewaukee campus & Waukesha Campus | Sundays at 9:00am CDT, 10:30am CDT
After the last few years, it's easy to want to relax, to pull back, or even to retreat. But we've been called to PRESS ON and RALLY around what matters. It's time to come together and to rally! That includes our marriages, our families, our kids, our groups and community. Join us every week for Rally Cry!
After the last few years, it's easy to want to relax, to pull back, or even to retreat. But we've been called to PRESS ON and RALLY around what matters. It's time to come together and to rally! That includes our marriages, our families, our kids, our groups and community. Join us every week for Rally Cry!
We were created for connection! Luke 10:30-35 “A man was going down from Jerusalem to Jericho when he was attacked by robbers. They stripped him of his clothes, beat him and went away, leaving him half dead. A priest happened to be going down the same road, and when he saw the man, he passed by on the other side. So too, a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the other side. But a Samaritan, as he traveled, came where the man was; and when he saw him, he took pity on him. He went to him and bandaged his wounds, pouring on oil and wine. Then he put the man on his own donkey, brought him to an inn and took care of him. The next day he took out two denarii and gave them to the innkeeper. ‘Look after him,’ he said, ‘and when I return, I will reimburse you for any extra expense you may have.’”
Romans 12:10
1 Corinthians 12:25
Galatians 5:13
Galatians 6:2
Ephesians 4:32
Colossians 3:16
Hebrews 10:24
James 5:16
John 13:35 “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.”
1 John 2:15-17 “Do not love the world or anything in the world. If anyone loves the world, love for the Fatheri s not in them. For everything in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—comes not from the Father but from the world.”
Misconceptions About Addiction
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Addiction is limited to drugs and alcohol
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If you remove the substance or behavior, you break the addiction
Recovery Steps
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We admitted we were powerless over ___________, and that our lives had become unmanageable.
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We came to believe that a power greater than ourselves could restore us to sanity.
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We made a decision to turn our will and our lives over to the care of God as we understood him.
Romans 2:12 “Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God – which is your spiritual act of worship.”
Matthew 28:16-19 Having doubt doesn’t mean you’re a hypocrite – it means you’re human.
John 20:19-20, 24-29 Jude 21 “Be merciful to those who doubt.”
Ways to Deal with Doubt
Admit your doubt
Investigate your doubt
Stay in the group
Give Jesus the benefit of the doubt
“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.” -Martin Luther King, J
1 Kings 19:2-13
It’s okay to not be okay
Be gentle with yourself because God is gentle with you
Change the way we speak to ourselves
Listen for the whisper
Romans 8, Matthew 28:20, Jeremiah 29:11, 1 Corinthians 15:57, John 14:27, Psalm 121, John 15:11, Nehemiah 8:10
Fear - Sees a threat and reacts Anxiety - Imagines a threat and can’t move on
Underlying Causes of Anxiety
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Change
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Hurry
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Personal Challenges
Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
Counterweights for Anxiety
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Celebrate the goodness of God
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Ask for help
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Leave your concerns
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Meditate on good things
1 Peter 5:7 “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.”
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
Psalm 109:8-10 “May his days be few; may another take his place of leadership. May his children be fatherless and his wife a widow. May his children be wandering beggars; may they be driven from their ruined homes.”
Anger is not a sin
John 2:15-16 “So he made a whip out of cords, and drove all from the temple courts, both sheep and cattle; he scattered the coins of the money changers and overturned their tables…’To those who sold doves he said, “Get these out of here! Stop turning my Father’s house into a market!’”
Matthew 5:21-22 “You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘You shall not murder, and anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.’ But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment.”
Ephesians 4:26 “In your anger do not sin.”
What do we do with anger so we can deal with it in a heathy, God-honoring way?
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Redirect
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Replenish
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Release it
Romans 5:8 “God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Malachi 1:2 “’I have loved you,’” says the Lord. ‘But you ask, “How have you loved us?”’
Malachi 3:1 “I will send my messenger, who will prepare the way before me. Then suddenly the Lord you are seeking will come to his temple; the messenger of the covenant, whom you desire, will come,” says the Lord Almighty.”
God’s present to us, is His presence with us!
W – words of power I – interesting coincidences T – tangible evidence H - heart change
Hope can make us feel vulnerable when it comes to bigger things in life.
Goal: That we would experience a new sense of hope for our future.
Jeremiah 33:14-16 NLT “ ‘The day will come,’ says the Lord, ‘when I will do for Israel and Judah all the good things I have promised them. In those days and at that time I will raise up a righteous descendant from King David’s line. He will do what is just and right throughout the land. In that day Judah will be saved, and Jerusalem will live in safety. And this will be its name: “The Lord Is Our Righteousness.”
Luke 2:6-7 “When they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son.” Jesus came as a baby to fulfill the prophecy of Jeremiah and rescue His people.
A RIGHTEOUS person is someone who lives completely RIGHT With God.
Corinthians 5:21 “God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. “
“You stand before God as if you were Christ, because Christ stood before God as if He were you.” - Charles Spurgeon
This Hope for the future will transform our present.
Uncertainty often opens the door and in walks anxiety.
Isaiah 6:1-3 “In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. And they were calling to one another: ‘Holy, holy, holy is the Lord Almighty; the whole earth is full of his glory.’”
Isaiah 7:14 “Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign: The virgin will conceive and give birth to a son and will call him Immanuel.”
Isaiah 9:6 “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
Micah 1:2-5 “Attention! Let all the people of the world listen! Let the earth and everything in it hear. The Sovereign Lord is making accusations against you; the Lord speaks from his holy Temple. Look! The Lord is coming! He leaves his throne in heaven and tramples the heights of the earth. The mountains melt beneath his feet and flow into the valleys like wax in a fire, like water pouring down a hill. And why is this happening? Because of the rebellion of Israel…”
Micah 4:3-5 “The Lord will mediate between peoples and will settle disputes between strong nations far away. They will hammer their swords into plowshares and their spears into pruning hooks. Nation will no longer fight against nation, nor train for war anymore. Everyone will live in peace and prosperity, enjoying their own grapevines and fig trees, for there will be nothing to fear. The Lord of Heaven’s Armies has made this promise! Though the nations around us follow their idols, we will follow the Lord our God forever and ever.”
Micah 5:2-5 “But you, O Bethlehem Ephrathah, are only a small village among all the people of Judah. Yet a ruler of Israel, whose origins are in the distant past, will come from you on my behalf. The people of Israel will be abandoned to their enemies until the woman in labor gives birth. Then at last his fellow countrymen will return from exile to their own land. And he will stand to lead his flock with the Lord’s strength, in the majesty of the name of the Lord his God. Then his people will live there undisturbed, for he will be highly honored around the world. And he will be the source of peace.”
Micah 7:7-8 “As for me, I look to the Lord for help. I wait confidently for God to save me, and my God will certainly hear me. Do not gloat over me, my enemies! For though I fall, I will rise again. Though I sit in darkness, the Lord will be my light.”
Colossians 3:14-16 “Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in perfect harmony. And let the peace that comes from Christ rule in your hearts. For as members of one body you are called to live in peace. And always be thankful. Let the message about Christ, in all its richness, fill your lives.”
1 Timothy 4:12 “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity.”
Steps to Move Beyond Success
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Pause & Pray
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Prioritize & Pray
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Persevere
Ephesians 5:15-17 “Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.”
1 Timothy 6:6-8 “Yet true godliness with contentment is itself great wealth. After all, we brought nothing with us when we came into the world, and we can’t take anything with us when we leave it. So if we have enough food and clothing, let us be content.”
4 Ways to be Truly Wealthy
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Write down what you are grateful for
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Give something away
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Leverage your access for the benefit of others
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Budget generosity
1 Timothy 6:19 “By doing this they will be storing up their treasure as a good foundation for the future so that they may experience true life.
Three Categories of Negative People
- Chronically Negative 2. Controllers 3. The Tempter
1 Timothy 6:4-5 “…they are conceited and understand nothing. They have an unhealthy interest in controversies and quarrels about words that result in envy, strife, malicious talk, evil suspicions and constant friction between people.” I cannot control how other people respond.
Ways to Deal with Toxic People
- Set Healthy Boundaries 2. You need to talk to God more and to toxic people less
Three Words to Remember
- Jesus 2. Unity 3. Grace
1 Timothy 4:7-9 “Have nothing to do with godless myths and old wives’ tales; rather, train yourself to be godly. For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come. This is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance.”
CS Lewis-“If we find ourselves with a desire that nothing in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that we were made for another world.”
Physical Training is Good – But Forever Training is Better
Philippians 4:8 “…whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things. “ God speaks to us through the Bible. - God’s Word. Spiritual Training is critical because some questions, problems, and pain in this life only have spiritual answers, comfort, and direction.
When you bend down to serve, God can lift you up to lead.
Matthew 20:25-28 “Jesus called them together and said, ‘You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be your slave--just as the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.’”
Does it feel like life can be rushed, too busy, messy, chaotic? In this series Simplify, we'll explore 5 clean steps in making life more stress-free, peaceful and... simple.
Does it feel like life can be rushed, too busy, messy, chaotic? In this series Simplify, we'll explore 5 clean steps in making life more stress-free, peaceful and... simple.
Does it feel like life can be rushed, too busy, messy, chaotic? In this series Simplify, we'll explore 5 clean steps in making life more stress-free, peaceful and... simple.
Does it feel like life can be rushed, too busy, messy, chaotic? In this series Simplify, we'll explore 5 clean steps in making life more stress-free, peaceful and... simple.
Does it feel like life can be rushed, too busy, messy, chaotic?
In this series Simplify, we'll explore 5 clean steps in making life more stress-free, peaceful and... simple.
What if where you lived wasn't just because you were there for the size of the house or the perks of the apartment, but you were there because God had placed you there on purpose, for a purpose? In this series, "Love Where You Live," we explore what it means to love and contribute to the communities that we live in.
What if where you lived wasn't just because you were there for the size of the house or the perks of the apartment, but you were there because God had placed you there on purpose, for a purpose?
In this series, "Love Where You Live," we explore what it means to love and contribute to the communities that we live in.
It's student takeover weekend at RiverGlen, which means our students are running the show.
Catch a fire message from our director of RG Students, Garrett, and some of our own students sharing their testimonies.
What does real prayer look like, for real people? In this series, we explore the various kinds of prayer based on the Lord's Prayer, and other biblical examples.
What does real prayer look like, for real people? In this series, we explore the various kinds of prayer based on the Lord's Prayer, and other biblical examples.
What does real prayer look like, for real people? In this series, we explore the various kinds of prayer based on the Lord's Prayer, and other biblical examples.
What does prayer look like for us?
Jerod talks to us about the importance of petition in prayer.
What does real prayer look like, for real people?
In this series, we explore the various kinds of prayer based on the Lord's Prayer, and other biblical examples.
What does real prayer look like, for real people?
In this series, we explore the various kinds of prayer based on the Lord's Prayer, and other biblical examples.
When we say something is the greatest of ALL time, we're really saying it is the GOAT!
GOAT stands for the greatest of all time... So who comes to mind for you?
Many of you might think about Lebron James or Michael Jordan ( both wore #23 by the way).
But in here... the real GOAT is Psalm 23.
It has some of the most comforting passages and points us to have our needs and wants to be met in relationship with God.
When we say something is the the greatest of ALL time, we're really saying it is the GOAT! GOAT stands for the greatest of all time... So who comes to mind for you? Many of you might think about Lebron James or Michael Jordan ( both wore #23 by the way). But in here... the real GOAT is Psalm 23. It has some of the most comforting passages and points us to have our needs and wants met in relationship with God. We're looking forward lots of fun with this series- don't miss the trivia during countdown to service, food in the lobby, and get ready to vote for your GOAT picks.
When we say something is the greatest of ALL time, we're really saying it is the GOAT! GOAT stands for the greatest of all time... So who comes to mind for you? Many of you might think about Lebron James or Michael Jordan ( both wore #23 by the way). But in here... the real GOAT is Psalm 23. It has some of the most comforting passages and points us to have our needs and wants met in relationship with God. We're looking forward to lots of fun with this series.
When we say something is the the greatest of ALL time, we're really saying it is the GOAT! GOAT stands for the greatest of all time... So who comes to mind for you? Many of you might think about Lebron James or Michael Jordan ( both wore #23 by the way). But in here... the real GOAT is Psalm 23. It has some of the most comforting passages and points us to have our needs and wants met in relationship with God.
Many of us would love to get in a passionate debate about the GOAT of sports... The greatest quarterback, golf player, baseball pitcher, etc. But what would we consider the GOAT, or Greatest of All Time scripture?
In this message series, we're exploring what we consider to be one of the greatest pieces of scripture of all time - Psalm 23. Why do we consider this to be one of the greatest? Listen to find out...
Ephesians 4:21-24 “Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from him, throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.”
The pandemic has stretched and pulled our relationships in ways that we could have never imagined prior. Nw is a good time to focus on what it takes to build, repair, and promote healthy relationships in our lives.
Author Pete Scazzero says, "It is impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature." In our Emotionally Healthy Relationships message series, we bounce off of Pete and Geri Scazzero's course and learn the five relational skills that can help us grow as followers of Jesus who are learning to love God and people more fully.
Service Times:
Waukesha Campus | Saturdays at 5:00 PM CDT
Pewaukee and Waukesha Campus | Sundays 9:00 AM and 10:30 AM CDT
We Stream All of Our Services Online at Riverglenlive.cc
One Church. Multiple Locations.
The pandemic has stretched and pulled our relationships in ways that we could have never imagined prior. Now is a good time to focus on what it takes to build, repair, and promote healthy relationships in our lives. We interviewed clinical psychologist, Dr. Gary Gregg, about relational issues caused by the pandemic and overall what it takes to be more intentional in our relationships.
Author Pete Scazzero says,"It is impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature." In our Emotionally Healthy Relationships message series, we bounce off of Pete and Geri Scazzero's course and learn the five relational skills that can help us grow as followers of Jesus who are learning to love God and people more fully.
Service Times:
Waukesha Campus | Saturdays at 5:00 pm
Pewaukee & Waukesha Campus | Sundays at 9:00 & 10:30 am
One Church. Multiple Locations.
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If possible, live in peace. Romans 12:18 “Do your part to live in peace with everyone, as much as possible.”
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Never repay evil with evil. Romans 12:20-21 “If your enemies are hungry, feed them. If they are thirsty, give them something to drink. Don’t let evil get the best of you but conquer evil by doing good.”
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Leave room for God. Romans 12:19 “Never avenge yourselves. Leave that to God. For it is written, ‘I will take vengeance; I will repay those who deserve it,’ says the Lord.
The pandemic has stretched and pulled our relationships in ways that we could have never imagined prior. Now is a good time to focus on what it takes to build, repair, and promote healthy relationships in our lives.
Author Pete Scazzero says,"It is impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature." In our Emotionally Healthy Relationships message series, we bounce off of Pete and Geri Scazzero's course and learn the five relational skills that can help us grow as followers of Jesus who are learning to love God and people more fully.
Service Times:
Waukesha Campus | Saturdays at 5:00 pm
Pewaukee & Waukesha Campus | Sundays at 9:00 & 10:30 am
One Church. Multiple Locations.
James 1:19 “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak & slow to become angry.”
John 13:34 “Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”
The pandemic has stretched and pulled our relationships in ways that we could have never imagined prior. Now is a good time to focus on what it takes to build, repair, and promote healthy relationships in our lives.
Author Pete Scazzero says,"It is impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature." In our Emotionally Healthy Relationships message series, we bounce off of Pete and Geri Scazzero's course and learn the five relational skills that can help us grow as followers of Jesus who are learning to love God and people more fully.
Service Times:
Waukesha Campus | Saturdays at 5:00 pm
Pewaukee & Waukesha Campus | Sundays at 9:00 & 10:30 am
One Church. Multiple Locations.
Matthew 26:36-39 “Then Jesus went with his disciples to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to them, ‘Sit here while I go over there and pray.’ He took Peter and the two sons of Zebedee along with him, and he began to be sorrowful and troubled. Then he said to them, ‘My soul is overwhelmed with sorrow to the point of death. Stay here and keep watch with me.’ Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the ground and prayed, ‘My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will.’”
The pandemic has stretched and pulled our relationships in ways that we could have never imagined prior. Now is a good time to focus on what it takes to build, repair, and promote healthy relationships in our lives.
Author Pete Scazzero says,"It is impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature." In our Emotionally Healthy Relationships message series, we bounce off of Pete and Geri Scazzero's course and learn the five relational skills that can help us grow as followers of Jesus who are learning to love God and people more fully.
Service Times:
Waukesha Campus | Saturdays at 5:00 pm
Pewaukee & Waukesha Campus | Sundays at 9:00 & 10:30 am
One Church. Multiple Locations.
Matthew 22:37-39 “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.”
The pandemic has stretched and pulled our relationships in ways that we could have never imagined prior. Now is a good time to focus on what it takes to build, repair, and promote healthy relationships in our lives.
Author Pete Scazzero says,"It is impossible to be spiritually mature while remaining emotionally immature." In our Emotionally Healthy Relationships message series, we bounce off of Pete and Geri Scazzero's course and learn the five relational skills that can help us grow as followers of Jesus who are learning to love God and people more fully.
Service Times:
Waukesha Campus | Saturdays at 5:00 pm Pewaukee & Waukesha Campus | Sundays at 9:00 & 10:30 am One Church. Multiple Locations.