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Many of us remember a rhyme from our grade school playground: “Sticks and stones can break my bones but words can never hurt me.” We all probably know that this rhyme is not entirely true. Robert Fulghum in his book, All I Ever Really Needed to Know I Learned in Kindergarten, turned that phrase a bit…

The Importance of Counsel . Without counsel: Errors are made Where no counsel is, the people fall: But in the multitude of counsellers there is safety. The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: But he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. Without counsel: Endeavors are missed Without counsel purposes…

Last few weeks, we have given much time to talking about the one another’s of scripture. A message that if we are being honest is not just good but vital. It’s a primary topic of the Bible. There are literally hundreds of one-another verses in scripture. Obviously we don’t have the time to talk about…

Intro Does anybody love Jesus at River Church today? We are in week #5 in the study of the Fruit of the Spirit. We are doing this because of the time we are in. Things are so toxic and it’s a great opportunity for us to live out these characteristics so others can see. I believe it’s so important for…

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We continue in our walk through 1 Timothy today. Paul is writing this letter to Timothy. A young pastor in Ephesus, giving Timothy instruction on how to lead and teach in the church. The last time we were in 1 Timothy we discussed men in worship. That you are to be leading, the first to raise your hands…

46 And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? 47 Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: 48 He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream…

Therefore I, the prisoner of the Lord, implore you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling with which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, showing tolerance for one another in love, being diligent to preserve the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. Being found…

Today we are wrapping up this six part study of the Good News called, “Life in 6 Words.” We get these six words by using the word “Gospel” as an acrostic. As a way of review, let’s walk through these six words one final time… G - God created us to be with Him. ( Genesis 1-2 ) O - Our sins separate us…

Introduction E.g. Chasing the jet ski Fell off jet ski & had to keep swimming after it as it ‘snaked’ its way up the river By the time I caught it I was too exhausted and annoyed to keep going so I went back For many people happiness, contentment, satisfaction in life seems like chasing the jet ski It…

This is the last year in 2023, another year will soon behind us. It’s hard to believe! This church will have been going for 168 years old this April. I am currently the 28th pastor, including one pastor returning I came in December of 2019, and have now been here for four years. We made it through a…

THE ENEMIES OF REVIVAL 2 Chronicles 7:14 Intro: This is a well known passage that is often used by preachers to talk about the subject of revival. It is a revival verse. This word was spoken to King Solomon at the dedication of the temple. He is told by God that disobedience and rebellion will result…

If you have your Bibles grab them and turn with me to 1 Peter 3 . 15 but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect, Though we would like to always be positive…

I am raising children, and we have always had dogs. And one thing in common with all of those creatures is that deep inside them, from the moment they come into the world, is a burning desire to reach out, to bring close to them, and to taste the succulent morsels of goodness found in no other place…

Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth. This is not the wisdom that comes down from above, but is earthly, unspiritual, demonic.…

The Battle for Your Heart Remember, John the Baptist welcomed Jesus Christ with the message “Repent for the Kingdom of God is at Hand”. Jesus’ begins teaching about the Kingdom and explains the standards of this new Kingdom, a Holy Kingdom. He begins with The Beatitudes about how we should view ourselves…

Church Camp story - JH camp working He was willing to give the shirt off of his back He was not to attached to the shirt In this moment at least, he was willing to give up whatever he had to help someone else... This is the essence of simplicity “Simplicity is freedom. Simplicity brings joy and balance.…

Introduction The concept of victory is often associated with strength, power, and dominance. However, true victory can only be achieved through surrender to God. Objectives: The Paradox of Victory in Surrender Christ's Victory on the Cross Surrendering to the God’s Word The Paradox of Victory in Surrender…

David. Yes, King David. 1 Again the anger of the Lord was kindled against Israel, and he incited David against them, saying, “Go, number Israel and Judah.” Again. Why again? Because earlier, in 21:1, God had been angry at Israel. And the “again” makes it a repeat of that.... you could say that Israel…

Deuteronomy 11:26-16:17 REVIEW This is our forth message from Devarim- Deuteronomy elle-ha deverim = these are the words The Torah goes on to recount the 42 stations from the Exodus from Egypt to the Promised Land. Picture of Journey An 11 day journey that lasted 40 years Reason why the journeys are…

Today we continue to explore what it means to be forever family. We are looking at our values as a church. We have said that the family of God is loving, generous, and hospitable. Last week we talked about loving one another, and by it everyone else will know we are disciples of Jesus. Today, we will…

9 Let the lowly brother boast in his exaltation, 10 and the rich in his humiliation, because like a flower of the grass he will pass away. 11 For the sun rises with its scorching heat and withers the grass; its flower falls, and its beauty perishes. So also will the rich man fade away in the midst of…

Introduction Mapag araw at Linggo sa bawat isa! Tayo ay nagpapatuloy sa ating sinimulang Tema sa quarter na ito: “That I May Grow In Grace” at ang layunin natin ay tunay na maranasan ng bawat isa ang paglago natin sa ating pananampalataya sa Dios, hindi lang sa karunungan kundi sa mga practical na mga…

Order of Service Welcome Hymn - O the deep, deep love of Jesus (325) Psalm Reading But I call to God, and the Lord will save me. Evening and morning and at noon I utter my complaint and moan, and he hears my voice. He redeems my soul in safety from the battle that I wage, for many are arrayed against…

We are looking verse by verse through the practical teaching of Romans. Now in Romans 13:8-10 , we learn about the Believer’s Relationship with His Fellow Citizen. Last week we looked at the Believer’s relationship with the government, now the citizenry side of the believers relationships continue. God…