Jesus doesn't call us to follow him, and then when we feel like we have a good grasp on things, to go and make disciples in our own strength. His desire is for us to follow him ...

You do not have to be dominated by the mess around you. It doesn't matter if you made the mess, or someone else did. You can repent and choose to seek first the kingdom of God. ...

Repentance is the key to entering into the kingdom of God.Matthew 4:17Romans 2:4Acts 3:19-20

God wants to pour out EVERY spiritual blessing on you. Are you ready?Ephesians 1:1-12Ephesians 2:102 Timothy 1:7  

Too often, Christians accept defeat when faced with temptation. It's time to stop making excuses for our sin. Jesus to died and rose again to give us the power to conquer every ...

Our trust in God's plan for our lives will greatly influence our effectiveness in bringing salvation to our world. Matthew 1 Matthew 28:16-20

Matthew 28:16-20

Romans 1:16-17

You were perfectly created, gifted and placed by a perfect God to Cultivate Your World. Genesis 2:15 Jeremiah 29:11 Philippians 4:13

Pastor John wraps up his summer series, "Can We Save Our Country?" with a challenging sermon for the Church of Jesus Christ. In it, he answers the question posed in the series t...

Racism is real; and we are all guilty of it. If the church is going to lead our nation to the peace and unity God desires, we must be willing to first lead ourselves. Take a loo...

Learn how LOVE could transform the hostile climate surrounding the abortion debate. 2 Chronicles 7:14

The political climate of our nation is both hostile and immature. What should be our response as a Christian? What would God have us do? Find out in part 7 of our summer series,...

Are you connected to the vine [Jesus]? Look at your fruit. John 15:1-11

Are seeking the face of God? Are you pursuing His presence? Or are you looking for what He can give or do for you? 2 Chronicles 7:14

Humble Prayer: The prayer of a man or woman who realizes their personal insignificance and impotence (powerlessness); yet, at the same time understands the omnipotence (almighty...

God saves through His people. Are we His people? Do we look, think, love, and lead like Him? Are we powerful like Him? God has called us out to be a blessing to the world. Will ...

Are you willing to personally follow God's call and will, to lead your world to salvation? Are you ready to lead those around you out of the mess they may be in, to the love and...

What does it mean to be a blessing? What does it mean to be blessed? How do we get there? Genesis 12:1-3

Do we actually know and experience the love of God? How can we never be separated from the love of God? How does God's love make us more than conquerors? Romans 8:35-39

Sometimes we feel alone and think there is no one who understands where we're at or what we're going through; but there is one who does. His name is Jesus and he understands us ...

Romans 8:32

JESUS LOVES YOU. This simple statement holds so much goodness for your life. It means that GOD - the Creator of the universe and the Lord of heaven and earth - cares about every...

If God is for you, there is nothing in this life that can defeat you. Romans 8:31

It is God's desire to change your life so that you look, live, and love more like His son, Jesus. Are you ready for Him to begin that work in you? Romans 8:26-29, Ephesians 1:4

He is RISEN! Just like he said... Scripture References: -Romans 8:28

This weekend we're celebrating the amazing things God has done in our church and ELC. In the past 10 years God has moved both from "crisis" to "Christ-centered" and they are now...

Find where your hope lies. Scripture References: - Romans 8:18-25

In this weeks sermon, Pastor John continues to unpack the extraordinary truth that you are an adopted child of God. Scripture References: - Romans 8:17 - Hebrew 12

Let the Spirit of God remind you today that YOU are a child of God and He is ALWAYS with you. Scripture references: - Genesis 2-6 - Romans 8:16

With all that is happening in our world today, some might ask, "Where is the love?" In today's message, Pastor Austin reminds us of God's desire for His people to be the love th...

As children of God we are to live by His Spirit. We are no longer slaves to the spirit of fear that used to dominate us.

"For those led by the Spirit of God are the CHILDREN of God." Romans 8:14

In Genesis 4, God told Cain, "...sin is crouching at your door; and it's desire is for you, but you must master it." In part 2 of "Killing Sin" Pastor John expounds on the truth...

You can continue living in sin - desiring only what's best for you - which ultimately leads to death; OR you can learn how to KILL that sin and live a life filled with peace. It...

We deviated from our Romans Series this week because Pastor John felt led by the Holy Spirit to bring you this message. We hope it encourages you and calls you to new heights in...

How many times have you made a wish list for things you want to change in your life? Still wishing? In this message, you'll learn how to make more decisions this year and make 2...

Jesus didn't have to come to earth to accomplish what he did through his death on a cross and his resurrection from the dead. He was GOD; the creator on everything here and in h...

God's desire is for everyone to live a life filled with His eternal peace. That sounds great, right? For many of us though, this feels impossible. Our families are out of contro...

The message today comes out of Romans chapter 8 verses 1-4.

Can everyone be freed from the domination of sin? Or is there just some sins that are too great to conquer? In this message, Pastor John reveals the hope that we have in Jesus C...

A short message from Pastor John on living in the discipline of God's love. This message comes out of Proverbs 3:11-12 and asks three important questions. What kind of world do ...

Jesus died and rose again to set you free from the law; the rules and regulations designed to help you live a righteous life before God. Now you have a helper, called the Holy S...

Jesus is your hope. Whatever mess you've gone through or are in the midst of right now, know that Jesus loves you. That love that will bring healing to your life and hope in you...

This week in our gathering we showed a special message from Pastor Robert Morris of Gateway Church in Dallas, TX. In “The Principle of First,” Pastor Robert advocates a God-cent...

There are two teams competing for your life. One fights for you like a father protecting his child; the other desires only to destroy you. Choosing the first team seems like eas...

Any area of your mind or heart that the Holy Spirit isn't present is a room left open for the enemy to occupy. It's so important to begin a conversation with the Holy Spirit and...

It's time for you to become violent. There is an enemy that desires to kill you and if you're not fighting him, you're going down. In this message, Pastor John teaches us how to...

Satan is real. He is an enemy seeking to destroy you and everyone in your life. Are you prepared for a fight? Do you know your enemy and understand his tactics?

Pastor John concludes the "So Now What?" series with a two part sermon on Riverview Christian's focus statement: In to heal. Out to love.