The Valleys Church: Recent Episodes
The Valleys Church
Pastor Christi provides an EXCELLENT illustration of the weaned child and how to wait from Psalm 131 as we begin the final weeks of our The Book of Psalms series.
Pastor Joey delivers a Christmas message from our The Book of Psalms series, focusing on the promises of peace God has given through His Son,
Pastor Joey shares thoughts on several of our Psalms for the week, concentrating on Psalm 65 and its relation to our mission and vision for
Special Guest Pastor Dick Remington shares some key insights on Psalm 61 as we continue our The Book of Psalms reading series…
Pastor Joey gives insight to the need for true repentance, even when it may seem difficult or impossible. The Book of Psalms series.
Pastor Christi shares thoughts & insights on Psalm 23. From our The Book of Psalms series.
Pastor Debbie provides EXCELLENT insight into three of our The Book of Psalms readings for the week.
Pastor Joey shares our final entry in the Gospel of John series with a focus on the calling and identity of each and every believer.
Pastor Joey challenges us to be mindful of, expectant with and actively-seeking the truth of Jesus. From our The Gospel of John series.
The Gospel of John sermon series. Pastor Debbie shares the on the importance of staying attached to “the Vine…”
Pastor Joey leads us through Lectio Divina, a DIFFERENT way to read scripture. Focus on John 11:17-27.
Pastor Debbie challenges us to allow ourselves to be taken, blessed, broken and given in our journeys with Jesus.
Pastor Joey challenges our obedience in the simple things as we observe Jesus in John chapter 2.
Pastors Joey & Christi provide some guidance for how to host a house church in our third & final entry of The Valleys Church series…
Pastor Joey continues casting the new vision of The Valleys Church as he presents our values…
Pastor Joey begins a three-part vision-casting series, focusing on the upcoming launch of house churches and the heart behind them… (Note: Due to a technical
Pastor Joey challenges us to look into the true meaning and context of God’s ultimate Hope of Christmas, Jesus, as prophesied by Isaiah.
Pastor Debbie compares and contrasts the stories and reactions of two major people in the first Christmas. (Note: Due to a technical difficulty, we join
Pastor Debbie challenges us with God’s non-negotiable acts: rejoice, pray & give thanks. Always.
Pastor Joey provides some inspiration on how to be thankful during this Thanksgiving season…
Pastor Debbie expounds on the essence of Acts 10 and its connection to the House Church future of theBridge Salem Church.
Pastor Joey concludes the sermon portion of our House Church series with a look at what we should expect at any church gathering, whether it
Pastor Joey continues our House Church series with a look at our job description and calling as members of God’s church.
Pastor Joey continues our House Church series with an encouragement to be willing to cast the net to the other side of the boat…
Pastor Joey begins to describe what a house church movement could look like for theBridge Salem with a focus on who we are pray for
Pastor Joey concludes our The Letter to the Colossians series with casting a vision of what theBridge Salem COULD BE…
Pastor Joey speaks to the relationships we should have within our families as believers, the penultimate message in our The Letter to the Colossians series. (Due
Pastor Debbie explains what it means to be “dead to sin” and “alive in Christ” in the latest installment of our The Letter to the
Pastor Joey continues our The Letter to the Colossians series with a look at those worlds rules and regulations we sometimes allow to dictate who
Pastor Joey provides some insight on the “philosophies” that draw us away from the truth of the Gospel as we continue our series, The Letter
Pastor Debbie continues our The Letter to the Colossians series with challenge to be mindful of the things we place trust in, reminding us that
Pastor Joey continues our Letter to the Colossians series with a look at the implications, misunderstandings and truth of the “preeminence” verses of chapter 1.
Pastor Joey begins our series in The Letter to the Colossians with a look at how to keep our prayer for others simple.
Pastor Joey & Pastor Debbie introduce us to our next Bible study series, The Letter to the Colossians, by giving us an overview of the
Pastor Debbie challenges us to think of the “what ifs” in our journeys of sin, forgiveness and obedience as we get ever closer to our
Pastor Joey issues a call to offer unexpected forgiveness to those who desperately need a lift in their spirits.
A special night of simply reading Scripture. Too often, we neglect the simplest of all modes of listening to and for God–by simply reading His
Pastor Joey concludes our Waves of Return series with confirmation that new things are coming for theBridge Salem as all of us trust the promises
Pastor Debbie challenges us and reminds us that there is GREAT IMPORTANCE & A GREAT DIFFERENCE in knowing Jesus rather than merely knowing about Jesus…
Pastor Joey offers the second part of a three-part mini-series focused on the Return of the Jewish Exiles and the similarities we may sense in
Pastor Joey begins a three-part series focusing on the Return of the Jewish Exiles and its impact on our return to church in the midst
Pastor Joey challenges our thinking as begin the road to recovery from the coronavirus pandemic: Will we be balanced or unbalanced in our opinions and
Pastor Joey celebrates the Moms in our lives with the Top Ten things to admire about each one of them…things we should all emulate.
Pastor Debbie encourages us to receive the blessings of the current quarantine situation.
Pastor Joey challenges us to get on the same page when asking for and offering forgiveness.
Pastor Joey delivers an Easter message of hope, love and “good days” as he explores the days of the first Holy Week from 2000 years
Pastor Joey & Pastor Debbie share thoughts on Psalm 91 & how the current societal situation is no match for the ultimate promises made by
Pastor Joey concludes our The Book of James series with a challenge to rethink what we do as a church. Could God possibly have something
Pastor Joey brings our 12th message of our The Book of James series from his living room, focusing on the hope that comes from one
Pastor Debbie concludes chapter 4 of our The Book of James series with a look at what the imperatives are when following the will of
Pastor Joey delivers a heavy challenge to all of us concerning our jobs as believers and our need to judge. Message 10 of our The
Pastor Joey opens chapter 4 in our The Book of James series with a look at the zealous jealousy God has over you, us, His
Pastor concludes the first three chapters of our The Book of James series with a focus on the type of wisdom that leads to the
Pastor Debbie continues our The Book of James series with a look at how our tongues can get us in trouble OR be the true
Pastor Debbie continues our The Book of James series with a reminder that without works, our faith means nothing.
Pastor Joey continues our The Book of James series with a look at James 2:1-13 and how we SHOULD act in mercy at all times…
Pastor Debbie concludes Chapter 1 of our The Book of James series with a look at what it means to DO rather than to merely
Pastor Joey continues our The Book of James series with a look at the gifts–the good and perfect ones–that come from God.
Pastor Debbie continues our study of The Book of James with a look at the process of temptation that leads to sin.
Pastor Joey begins our series, The Book of James, with a look at the trials of life, the pursuit of wisdom and the challenges to
Pastor Joey concludes our Away in the Manger series with a look at CHRIST and how the Wise Men help us understand how we should
Pastor Joey continues our Away in a Manger series with a look at the JOY bestowed upon Joseph, Mary and the entire world in the form
Pastor Joey adds the third message in our Away in a Manger series with a look at the PEACE declared to and through the Shepherds
Pastor Joey continues our Christmas series, Away in the Manger, with a different look at the story of Mary and the LOVE she both gave
Pastor Joey begins our Christmas Season series, Away in a Manger, with a look at the HOPE found in some of the oracles of the
Pastor Debbie concludes our series on The Beatitudes with a look at what being salt and light is really about.
Pastor Debbie continues her series on The Beatitudes with a look at The Key to Living Right.
Pastor Joey shares from the Book of Job on the three primary motivations for doing good. (Hint: Some reasons are better than others!)
Pastor Joey reassures us that while we do not have to be as big as Jesus, we still can be as big as Jesus needs
Pastor Joey submits an assertion that no matter what cards we have been dealt or how bad the day is, God should be honored, praised
Pastor Debbie challenges us with a message focused on what Jesus said believers are to be like…
Pastor Joey shares his thought on what our true priorities should be as he teaches from Luke 14 and continues our ongoing series, My Favorite
Pastor Joey follows up a previous message with a encouraging word to be diligent in seeking God when establishing purpose, plan and performance…
Pastor Joey submits a new entry into our ongoing series, Big Moments in the OT, with a look at the important lessons adults should take
Pastor Joey delivers a message about the end times and the focus we SHOULD HAVE versus the focus we DO HAVE in many instances… (Due
Council Member Jeff Howell delivers an inspiring illustration of how to be a GOOD fisherman…
Pastor Joey delivers a difficult-to-hear-but-often-needed message about sin and our need to be continually repenting…
Pastor Debbie challenges us to be mindful of the impact and requirements grace has upon us and the world…
Pastor Joey explains how God’s timing is a bit different than what ours is and likes to be…
Pastor Joey teaches us a few basics: how we sometimes find ourselves just a little off in our thinking and the things that are important
Pastor Joey informs us that we take revival with us EVERYWHERE we go, including to the “clean-up on aisle 2…”
Pastor Joey expresses his heart for theBridge Salem as a pastor, moving forward into the next season of our church…
Pastor offers another entry into our Big Moments of the OT series with a look at the Prophet Elijah’s victory over the prophets of Baal
Pastor Joey delivers (one week late!) a Father’s Day message that challenges the way we look to live our lives daily.
Pastor Joey challenges the way we think about grace with a look at how our works on either side of our decision to love God
Pastor Joey inspires to be diligent in our pursuit of wisdom, whether by experience, through others or gifted by the Holy Spirit.
Pastor Joey exclaims that simple worship and faith usher in the presence of God, not complicated formulas.
Pastor Joey describes the concepts of loving our fellow believers versus loving everyone else and the differences between liking and loving…
Pastor Joey delivers a stirring message in celebration of ALL Moms: biological, adopted and spiritual and how they reflect the love given by God.
Pastor Joey challenges us to never forget the why as we live life because we might forget the Who.
Pastor Joey offers a recollection of the David & Goliath story, its meaning and its implications in our lives as modern day believers.
Pastor Joey offers another entry in our My Favorite Jesus Stories series with a look at what Jesus was doing RIGHT BEFORE He rode into
Pastor Joey challenges us to strive after the aspiration of obtaining the Fruit of the Spirit in our journeys with God…
Pastor Debbie delivers a stirring message about the importance of integrity and its effect on our lives.
Pastor Joey offers an entry in our My Favorite Jesus Stories series with a challenging look at the Pharisees’ question of paying taxes to Caesar
Pastor Joey offers a new entry into our Big Moments in the OT with a look of how a talking donkey changed the life of
Pastor Joey challenges our day-to-day living to be good and do good through Psalm 15, sometimes referred to as “David’s Sermon on the Mount.”
Pastor Joey lays out the new & improved, slightly tweaked & whimsical vision of theBridge Salem Church.
Pastor Joey presents a new, ongoing series centered on the stories, parables and gospels of Jesus Christ. This message explores a deeper meaning behind the
Pastor Joey introduces a new series for 2019 entitled Big Moments in the OT (Old Testament). In this first message, The Plan for God’s help
Pastor Joey challenges theBridge Salem to recommit to spending time with God everyday as we launch Life Journaling for 2019…
Pastor Joey concludes our Carols of Christmas series with a look at what took place on that O Holy Night, 2000 years ago…
Pastor Christi continues our Carols of Christmas series with an introspective look at one of the most fun carols, Little Drummer Boy, and the idea
Pastor Debbie continues our Carols of Christmas series with a reminder to be content with much or little as she expounds on the carol, We
Pastor Joey kicks off the Christmas season series with a historical and Biblical look at the Christmas carol O Come, O Come Emmanuel.
Pastor Joey challenges us in this Thanksgiving message to be thankful each and every day to God for the blessings He allows us to enjoy…
Pastor Joey concludes the 28 Actions series with a reminder of what the true vision of God, Paul and the modern-day church is…
Pastor Joey lays out the 8 Stages of Truth each human being has the chance to experience in their journey towards (or away from) God…
Pastor Joey begins the homestretch of our 28 Actions series with a look at the excruciating task of waiting for our family & friends to
The Promise Box. Pastor Debbie exhorts us to trust in all the promises of God, even those we would rather skip.
Thy Will Be Done. Pastor Christi encourages us to press through the things that keep us from fulfilling God’s will in our lives.
Pastor Joey challenges us to be disciples, make disciples and make disciplers in this weeks message from our 28 Actions series.
Pastor Joey challenges us to tap into the never-ending, exponential power of God’s Spirit, in a message entitled X∞.
Pastor Joey challenges our understanding of God’s will and its needed impact on our daily lives and life focus…
Pastor Debbie prepares us for the many different reactions we may encounter when we present the news of Jesus based upon those found in Acts
Pastor Joey continues our 28 Actions series with an assertion that at times people must be saved twice when they come into God’s family…
Pastor Joey challenges us from his own vulnerable place to be gracious as we reach out to those who need the message of hope.
Pastor Joey speaks to a struggle he and others have–a guilt for not being persecuted the way so many other fellow believers have been.
Pastor Joey challenges us to be optimistic to the point of being a little “unrealistic” as dare to hope in what God can do in
Pastor Joey continues the 28 Lessons series with an encouragement to believe God for the miraculous, not to believe in God because of the miraculous…
Pastor Joey continues our 28 Lessons series with a look at Acts 11 and the implications we now face when we are called “Christians.”
Pastor Joey challenges us to accept the possibility that it is us who need to be changed before the world can be changed. Continuation of
Pastor Debbie continues our 28 Lessons series with a focus on Acts 9 and being one of the “certain” ones…
Pastor Joey admonishes us to be sensitive and proactive to find out the stories of others as we live life with the purpose of being
Pastor Joey continues our 28 Actions series by delving into what it means to be a good man or woman.
Pastor Joey continues our 28 Actions series with a look at Acts 5 and the implications of living EVERYDAY to get closer to God. Also
Pastor Joey continues our 28 Actions series from the Book of Acts with a message on speaking with confidence and boldness when the Holy Spirit
Pastor Debbie teaches us the who, what, where, when and how of Acts 3 as we continue our 28 Actions series.
Pastor Joey continues our 28 Actions, this week from Acts 2, with a challenge to know, experience and repeat the true goals of discipleship.
Pastor Joey begins an extended series from the Book of Acts by challenging us to be respond to the calling of God. 01 of 28.
Pastor Joey issues a challenge for us to be obedient–truly obedient–to the Great Commission by going to and making disciples of ALL peoples.
Pastor Joey explains what Jesus was doing on the Saturday in-between Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday, namely taking the keys to death and Hell from
Pastor Joey encourages us to press through the ebbs and flows of faith, hope and confidence in our everyday lives.
Pastor Joey encourages us to “know our lanes,” trust the wisdom that has gone before us and live life the way He (Jesus) intends!
Pastor Joey challenges us to be mindful of the way we think about and treat Jesus when He does things that we might be a
Bethany Yeager shares with theBridge Salem about her calling and plans to serve as a missionary in Costa Rica, inspiring us to listen to the
Tim May, Assistant District Supervisor of the Northeast Atlantic District, shares a timely reminder that salvation is the greatest of miracles and our focus may
Pastor Joey concludes our Prayer Practicum series with an encouragement to participate in corporate prayer and intercession, even when we may not know how or
Pastor Debbie continues our Prayer Practicum series with a focus on praying in the Spirit and through the Word of God (Bible).
Pastor Joey continues our Prayer Practicum series with a focus to never, ever give up hope.
Pastor Joey follows up the first Prayer Practicum message with this second in the series: a teaching on how to pray…everyday.
Pastor Joey starts 2018 with a church-wide call to pray. In the first message of the Prayer Practicum series, he challenges us to “pray without