Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/riverwood A Jesus-centered community in Waverly, Iowa that strives to live as Jesus lived and love like Jesus loved. © 2024 Riverwood Church - Waverly, IA. 5e3ac1c3-2bcc-53d8-8ab9-f3c65b95e654 no en-us Mon, 18 May 2026 11:07:38 -0500 Mon, 18 May 2026 11:08:05 -0500 https://weareriverwood.org https://img.transistorcdn.com/3K16FBO9N31goEQIRlMdIAjaWypeCAv9Q6is5m21ao4/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzI4MTk5LzE2NDQ1/MTYwMzQtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg https://weareriverwood.org episodic Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa A Jesus-centered community in Waverly, Iowa that strives to live as Jesus lived and love like Jesus loved. A Jesus-centered community in Waverly, Iowa that strives to live as Jesus lived and love like Jesus loved.. 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Waverly, Iowa 2581 No 473 473 Correcting Divisions (Thriving in New Corinth — #2) full 499d9e26-7847-423a-9e6f-ee738424eb39 https://share.transistor.fm/s/18d68442 Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:19:59 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3271 No 472 472 Overview (Thriving in New Corinth — #1) full 4149eeac-0ed9-4642-bf0c-04e08c95ddf5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e1dad8f3 Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:54:47 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2408 No 471 471 Healthy Lives have Healthy Friends (Spiritually Healthy Lives — #11) full 5b45c948-5a4a-43b5-8e55-e2dad26fcb4a https://share.transistor.fm/s/97f2a15f Tue, 02 Sep 2025 08:52:03 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2269 No 470 470 Healthy Lives Focus on the Word (Spiritually Healthy Lives — #10) full 6cbda72c-f365-43ec-9c23-53101d248532 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-lives-focus-on-the-word-spiritually-healthy-lives-10/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 04:58:02 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1989 No 469 469 Healthy Lives Prioritize (Spiritually Healthy Lives — #9) full 8e3b51d5-2119-4282-bcdf-6ffa669087e9 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-lives-prioritize-spiritually-healthy-lives-9/ Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:44:28 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2594 No 468 468 Healthy Lives Share (Spiritually Healthy Lives — #8) full b5ed2097-db0a-4e57-af81-c16290e7b6bb https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-lives-share-spiritually-healthy-lives-8/ Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:30:02 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2050 No 467 467 Healthy Lives are Loyal (Spiritually Healthy Lives #7) full b69f3f5c-f3ec-46d2-b5b2-9c822fdd864f https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-lives-are-loyal-spiritually-healthy-lives-7/ Mon, 04 Aug 2025 16:05:58 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2344 No 466 466 Psalm 25 (Summer of Psalms #6) full ca1973e2-c352-45e8-8fb8-4cc5c644e08a https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-25-summer-of-psalms-6/ Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:41:44 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1880 No 465 465 Psalm 84 (Summer of Psalms #5) full e1fa122c-fd71-4684-b168-2da0a7eb6e4c https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-84-summer-of-psalms-5/ Tue, 22 Jul 2025 06:36:58 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2145 No 464 464 Psalm 76 (Summer of Psalms #4) full 34e9b8b6-52a0-4a20-a909-fcc78f5a8747 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/summer-of-psalms-summer-of-psalms-4/ Tue, 15 Jul 2025 06:06:03 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2083 No 463 463 Psalm 5 (Summer of Psalms #3) full c7525e1d-2308-4c79-a523-f819ba4df5db https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/summer-of-psalms-summer-of-psalms-3/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 04:20:35 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2156 No 462 462 Bridget Pavelec - Kids Creek Sunday full 4d7571c9-af2b-4c1f-b510-2b41a896dae1 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/bridget-pavelec-kids-creek-sunday-2025/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:05:58 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2286 No 461 461 Psalm 6 (Summer of Psalms #2) full 8704b80e-b2b1-461a-a270-a71495663f6c https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-6/ Tue, 24 Jun 2025 05:27:40 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2405 No 460 460 Psalm 100 (Summer of Psalms #1) full 06c37273-2e7e-4c33-82e2-3e825489519c https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/summer-of-psalms-2025/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 11:31:37 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1937 No 459 459 Understanding Religion & Our Expectations full dfc66afd-f37d-4711-b8f6-c7f1c8917ede https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/understanding-religion-amp-our-expectations/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:05:49 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2959 No 458 458 A Biblical Approach to Sex & Gender full b847f4fd-0d0e-42a5-9974-716eb7a2e222 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/a-biblical-approach-to-sex-amp-gender/ Tue, 03 Jun 2025 00:15:10 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2177 No 457 457 The Investment Principle (Dollars & Sense #5) full 5161a972-6427-4bd4-8373-289e6e5f18e2 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-investment-principle-dollars-amp-sense-5/ Tue, 27 May 2025 12:06:00 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2227 No 456 456 The Present Principle (Dollars & Sense #4) full b63d0c7d-2d5a-4889-9a3c-c31d7604d6e7 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-present-principle-dollars-amp-sense-4/ Mon, 19 May 2025 10:16:31 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2499 No 455 455 The “Give & Grow” Principle (Dollars & Sense #3) full c08c1723-b2f3-4928-9f12-1b214994b61f https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-give-amp-grow-principle-dollars-amp-sense-3/ Tue, 13 May 2025 04:52:10 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2018 No 454 454 The Inventory Principle (Dollars & Sense #2) full 753ea076-7314-4a2c-b3d9-1dfe4cdcf37c https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-inventory-principle-dollars-amp-sense-2/ Tue, 06 May 2025 00:15:38 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2126 No 453 453 The Ownership Principle (Dollars & Sense #1) full 64fda43b-d4ad-4db7-9743-14b265daa0ab https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-ownership-principle-dollars-amp-sense-1/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:55:14 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2008 No 452 452 From Tragedy to Triumph: Resurrection full 6d9e94cf-bd9e-485c-ab14-22911a4fdbfe https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/from-tragedy-to-triumph-resurrection/ Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:14:10 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1847 No 451 451 From Tragedy to Triumph: Black Friday full d028244b-4083-4f74-8adb-6d204386e8a5 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/from-tragedy-to-triumph-black-friday/ Tue, 22 Apr 2025 00:18:25 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2469 No 450 450 Healthy Perspectives Enforce Healthy Lives (Spiritually Healthy Lives #6) full a0f0a0ee-d65e-4991-901c-388d98f28684 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-perspectives-enforce-healthy-lives-spiritually-healthy-lives-6/ Mon, 14 Apr 2025 16:27:15 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2828 No 449 449 Healthy Relationships Enable Healthy Lives (Spiritually Healthy Lives #5) full 9093fd69-a29b-4196-a15e-add61128ae45 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-relationships-enable-healthy-lives-spiritually-healthy-lives-5/ Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:22:29 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2714 No 448 448 Healthy Churches Focus On Christ (Spiritually Healthy Lives #4) full f8a202c8-bd2e-46b4-b0af-52eec82ee627 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d42abad0 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:09:13 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2363 No 447 447 Healthy Churches Foster Healthy Lives (Spiritually Healthy Lives #3) full 548dd957-b94c-4d45-a9e3-9e3d2bdccc7f https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-churches-foster-healthy-lives-spiritually-healthy-lives-3/ Tue, 25 Mar 2025 01:02:58 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2502 No 446 446 Healthy Practices Build Healthy Lives (Spiritually Healthy Lives #2) full c6ec5748-f31e-4f0b-b15f-7363fad8d790 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-practices-build-healthy-lives-spiritually-healthy-lives-2/ Tue, 18 Mar 2025 03:45:39 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2655 No 445 445 Healthy Thinking Builds Healthy Lives (Spiritually Healthy Lives #1) full 38e006e0-377c-4ef3-8c92-28ac32e88a96 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/healthy-thinking-builds-healthy-lives-spiritually-healthy-lives-1/ Tue, 11 Mar 2025 04:01:00 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2535 No 442 442 How to Love (A Disciple’s How-To Guide #5) full f141383c-ff47-42d8-b3d0-3e9aaecb6421 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/how-to-love-a-disciples-how-to-guide-5/ Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:44:39 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2497 No 444 444 How to Serve (A Disciple’s How-To Guide #4) full 07e3cbdf-f069-4570-a0c7-ae66d821c1e4 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/how-to-serve-a-disciples-how-to-guide-4/ Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:12:19 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2032 No 443 443 How to Worship (A Disciple’s How-To Guide #3) full 10c92c3d-fc81-4c03-b3bd-f4ef9d444b08 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/how-to-worship-a-disciples-how-to-guide-3/ Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:59:05 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3761 No 441 441 How to Pray (A Disciple’s How-To Guide #2) full 8e0f781e-2b3a-4338-88f4-366db1c4e0f6 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/how-to-pray-a-disciples-how-to-guide-2/ Tue, 11 Feb 2025 06:33:03 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2261 No 440 440 How to Study the Bible (A Disciple’s How-To Guide #1) full 5da5d487-d704-41fc-87c8-f1f51d6bb602 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/how-to-study-the-bible-a-disciples-how-to-guide-1/ Mon, 03 Feb 2025 15:04:15 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2483 No 439 439 Vision Sunday 2025 full 4da56fb4-c270-4d75-8a13-3eff6a174d4d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/vision-sunday-2025/ Tue, 28 Jan 2025 08:30:51 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2103 No 438 438 God’s Word Protects (Cherish — 21 Days 2025 #3) full a3d4d727-f750-4d93-a232-194be2a5f5c9 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/gods-word-protects-cherish-21-days-2025-3/ Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:55:57 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2066 No 437 437 God’s Word Instructs (Cherish — 21 Days 2025 #2) full 37eb6525-f141-4d74-a1ab-9f9810cadf5f https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/gods-word-instructs-cherish-21-days-2025-2/ Mon, 13 Jan 2025 11:16:09 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2125 No 436 436 God’s Word Focuses (Cherish — 21 Days 2025 #1) full 5c48d656-f872-4b0c-a634-0b1e6a77cd0a https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/gods-word-focuses-cherish-21-days-2025-1 Mon, 06 Jan 2025 23:08:18 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2137 No 435 435 Preparing (for the 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting) full 07a43637-6d43-4757-b6e6-f2020e40ebae https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/preparing-for-the-21-days-of-prayer-amp-fasting/ Thu, 02 Jan 2025 11:45:32 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2545 No 434 434 Love (Advent #4) full 2384d757-063e-4480-b21c-7b7d1bc34620 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/love-advent-4/ Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:01:31 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1745 No 433 433 Joy (Advent #3) full 5febe689-7913-4260-970a-d98377aac2c1 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/joy-advent-3/ Mon, 16 Dec 2024 21:56:35 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2315 No 432 432 Peace (Advent #2) full c3e8020e-a1ec-4a6d-a98c-c319ae63ba05 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/peace-advent-2/ Mon, 09 Dec 2024 05:30:35 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1972 No 431 431 Hope (Advent #1) full 92d333dc-add7-4edc-9b00-48276e0dd293 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/hope-advent-1/ Tue, 03 Dec 2024 02:17:48 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1986 No 430 430 Thanksgiving Gathering full b1cd9086-baa3-46fc-ad87-32c2b963cebb https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/thanksgiving-gathering/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 02:03:55 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 5322 No 429 429 And He Sort of Lived Happily Ever After (Acts #33) full 878df39b-f90f-43a6-b2e6-8afb86310ba9 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/and-he-sort-of-lived-happily-ever-after-acts-33/ Tue, 19 Nov 2024 02:10:52 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2571 No 428 428 Unstoppable God (Acts #32) full 4d88dc36-71ca-40f1-b445-677621f7b95d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/unstoppable-god-acts-32/ Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:12:37 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2877 No 427 427 Travels & Trials (Acts #31) full 168123e7-3a85-4449-b3a1-8d2c911fbafc https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/travels-amp-trials-acts-31/ Mon, 04 Nov 2024 15:31:33 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2586 No 426 426 Surrendering to God's Sovereignty (Acts #30) full 32df3cd0-543e-4942-b6e0-c228555201d7 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/surrendering-to-gods-sovereignty-acts-29/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 15:27:55 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2856 No 425 425 Restoration Service full 7285f479-b040-414c-816c-8c11c44e1457 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/restoration-service-2/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 16:33:40 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2425 No 424 424 Surrendering to God's Sovereignty (Acts #29) full 42ba58d4-4bb2-4b66-952f-fcf7ca8b42cc https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/surrendering-to-gods-sovereignty-acts-29/ Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:42:41 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2708 No 423 423 Gospel Goodbye (Acts #28) full 2c31533d-3132-48c6-81ff-5b831f8785cd https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/gospel-goodbye-acts-28/ Tue, 08 Oct 2024 03:15:52 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 5088 No 422 422 Loving (Deeper Friendships #3) full b0f5a2d6-3129-4733-b01d-4315ebc559d0 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/loving-deeper-friendships-3/ Mon, 30 Sep 2024 17:06:04 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2454 No 421 421 Listening (Deeper Friendships #2) full dca412ca-3669-4bdf-adc7-0675c3eb17e9 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/listening-deeper-friendships-2/ Mon, 23 Sep 2024 15:04:48 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2434 No 420 420 Learning (Deeper Friendships #1) full 1c67a327-3c80-4e67-8636-0ce11c50f4f5 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/learning-deeper-friendships-1/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 22:58:24 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2427 No 419 419 Why the Focus on Spiritual Growth (Mature in Christ #2) full 1942774f-33e5-445d-ad98-c9ec27beae6e https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/why-the-focus-on-spiritual-growth-mature-in-christ-2/ Mon, 09 Sep 2024 15:47:53 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2282 No 418 418 How to Grow (Mature in Christ #1) full 18d79b63-d929-475b-9353-40d6b657a855 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/how-to-grow-mature-in-christ-1/ Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:19:44 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2431 No 417 417 Remember to Remember (Esther #8) full ba5f092c-99e7-4d65-8443-8d3008a7a801 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/remember-to-remember-esther-8/ Mon, 26 Aug 2024 15:38:35 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2322 No 416 416 The Story is Not Over (Esther #7) full e05d9110-5088-45a6-ada1-4075e38c5476 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-story-is-not-over-esther-7/ Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:12:24 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2714 No 415 415 The Last Shall Be First (Esther #6) full c85878c2-49c1-4d00-96e4-6c16c3deca9d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-last-shall-be-first-esther-6/ Mon, 12 Aug 2024 15:25:07 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2764 No 414 414 Trusting Through the Tension (Esther #5) full dfd51f82-ccdd-4374-81de-30e4a598def1 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/trusting-through-the-tension-esther-5/ Mon, 05 Aug 2024 14:36:42 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2239 No 413 413 An Ancient Struggle (Esther #4) full 6644b552-0792-4a7c-85b4-c04d27c41422 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/an-ancient-struggle-esther-4/ Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:57:58 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2498 No 412 412 The Plot Thickens (Esther #3) full a673c785-952d-4d2a-84fd-6de04dd08198 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4e402c74 Mon, 22 Jul 2024 11:57:52 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2653 No 411 411 A Royal Replacement (Esther #2) full 6c3cfc12-d5a7-48d8-a9fd-1e8160e1c96c https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/a-royal-replacement-esther-2/ Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:12:16 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2354 No 410 410 Where Is God? (Esther #1) full 6da138ae-4567-4129-bbb2-6b6eb290dea3 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/where-is-god-esther-1/ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 12:34:58 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2711 No 409 409 God Can Always Be Trusted (Kids Creek) full c7af9678-b751-43a5-9020-3427b6dc895d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/god-can-always-be-trusted-kids-creek/ Tue, 02 Jul 2024 05:39:36 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2731 No 408 408 King in the Chaos (Acts #27) full a4c3e3ee-10c5-4d7e-9570-5dc17ff1559e https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/king-in-the-chaos-acts-27/ Mon, 24 Jun 2024 15:58:52 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2480 No 407 407 The Famous Jesus (Acts #26) full 2bc40ad7-34bd-4d3a-85f5-1e995ea70d38 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-famous-jesus-acts-26/ Mon, 17 Jun 2024 07:55:47 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2415 No 406 406 Tenacious through Trials (Acts #25) full 25e64971-5891-46ea-83ed-e69d547e43be https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/tenacious-through-trials-acts-25/ Mon, 03 Jun 2024 14:08:44 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2271 No 405 405 The Known God (Acts #24) full 93ffca3e-732c-48e7-83e7-b0248a3ec409 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-known-god-acts-24/ Tue, 28 May 2024 05:48:20 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3034 No 404 404 Jesus for All (Acts #23) full f1ad5447-11c6-4a1a-b94f-ca6e426b0ffe https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-for-all-acts-23/ Mon, 20 May 2024 15:45:12 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2658 No 403 403 Callings (Acts #22) full 003a43ef-5d94-4966-b533-fc9cc59032ec https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/callings-acts-22/ Mon, 13 May 2024 15:43:46 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2771 No 402 402 Divided & Restored (Acts #21) full 63d6a500-f5fb-4245-a509-55a4a18c2ee0 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/divided-amp-restored-acts-21/ Tue, 07 May 2024 07:27:32 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2090 No 401 401 What Matters Most (Acts #20) full 7e733e9d-35a7-4039-a389-842884c061bd https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/what-matters-most-acts-20/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 15:05:33 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2667 No 400 400 Out-Relationship with Others (Up In Out #3) full 67c7e968-a3ea-456d-9b42-649f6bf66e9a https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/out-relationship-with-others-up-in-out-3/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 13:45:30 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2063 No 399 399 In-Relationship with Self (Up In Out #2) full cb82dd7f-5de4-4d14-b6c2-69c96788f7fc https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/in-relationship-with-self-up-in-out-2/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 13:38:32 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1819 No 398 398 Up-Relationship with God (Up In Out #1) full d8b219e9-c4f2-461b-b429-e554f7808975 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/up-relationship-with-god-up-in-out-1/ Mon, 08 Apr 2024 15:21:40 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2066 No 397 397 The Resurrection of Jesus (Jesus Is The Gospel #3) full 4aee41bb-7138-4a3a-96cf-208b32d897e1 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-resurrection-of-jesus-jesus-is-the-gospel-3/ Mon, 01 Apr 2024 14:57:29 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2015 No 396 396 Death of Jesus (Jesus is the Gospel #2) full ed7f3b50-2f63-46e0-9785-5c6c349994cb https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/death-of-jesus-jesus-is-the-gospel-2/ Mon, 01 Apr 2024 14:55:26 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1685 No 395 395 Life of Jesus (Jesus Is The Gospel #1) full 9c9d1f97-4b5d-47a9-bb93-389c4430f14d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/life-of-jesus-jesus-is-the-gospel/ Mon, 25 Mar 2024 11:51:15 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1941 No 394 394 The Unstoppable Gospel (Acts #19) full 8c227030-f334-4bb1-9958-32abaaa2b0ad https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-unstoppable-gospel-acts-19/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 10:57:06 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2694 No 393 393 Point to Jesus (Acts #18) full 2f13d803-2590-4710-826d-93c1a6ec8fd0 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/point-to-jesus-acts-18/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 14:09:15 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2202 No 392 392 Sending & Receiving (Acts #17) full 5791e83f-d632-4d2c-8afe-4013ecd7f830 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/sending-receiving-acts-17/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:44:01 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2790 No 391 391 Giving Your Time (Living with Open FISTs #4) full 4727c1b5-1553-4f08-8fcc-51ed84f1df93 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/giving-your-time-living-with-open-fists-4/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 12:15:40 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2364 No 390 390 Giving Your Skills (Living with Open FISTs #3) full 9b6fafe6-0aaa-4c0b-b0ce-7731b69d0777 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/giving-your-skills-living-with-open-fists/ Mon, 19 Feb 2024 12:30:59 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1800 No 389 389 Giving Your Influence (Living with Open FISTs #2) full fbea4fda-351d-40ae-ac33-efaf20ada45a https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/giving-your-influence-living-with-open-fists/ Mon, 12 Feb 2024 11:02:50 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2729 No 388 388 Giving Your Finances (Living with Open FISTs #1) full 5baf5882-907d-4cd6-b658-37e645ff748d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/giving-your-finances-living-with-open-fists/ Mon, 05 Feb 2024 12:16:52 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2048 No 387 387 Roots & Fruits (Vision Sunday 2024) full 89176a89-6004-4366-843b-b54fc7f71211 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/roots-amp-fruits-vision-sunday-2024/ Mon, 29 Jan 2024 12:38:55 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2234 No 386 386 Surrender Continually (21 Days of Surrender #4) full fd5c2eba-b351-41d4-ba10-c75ae6668af7 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/surrender-continually-21-days-of-surrender-4/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 13:32:27 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2451 No 385 385 Surrender to His Word (21 Days of Surrender #3) full c76ad0f3-17ac-4734-a4ff-1033f994a1e9 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/surrender-to-his-word-21-days-of-surrender-3/ Mon, 15 Jan 2024 10:22:20 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2166 No 384 384 Surrender to His Ways (21 Days of Surrender #2) full fcd951d5-1786-4354-9f45-14ed53da78a5 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/surrender-to-his-ways-21-days-of-surrender-2/ Mon, 08 Jan 2024 11:11:21 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3439 No 383 383 Surrender to His Will (21 Days of Surrender #1) full 6b58169c-84d0-4358-b854-107ee0f0d61d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/surrender-to-his-will-21-days-of-surrender-1/ Tue, 02 Jan 2024 11:37:58 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1874 No 382 382 Christmas Eve full fa3faa2d-3b77-4d7e-8256-fbdcbaa96616 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/christmas-eve/ Mon, 25 Dec 2023 12:33:36 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1304 No 381 381 Tattered (Christmas Clothes #4) full bcbe3657-8d58-48d1-8797-6414af254484 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/tattered-christmas-clothes-4/ Mon, 25 Dec 2023 12:30:18 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2359 No 380 380 Fashionable (Christmas Clothes #3) full 55976fcc-38ed-4c3f-9b79-aa7878589d0d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/fashionable-christmas-clothes-3/ Mon, 18 Dec 2023 04:30:12 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2193 No 379 379 Disguised (Christmas Clothes #2) full 7e59fa45-5951-4edd-ac3d-86f958c61f9d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/disguised-christmas-clothes-2/ Mon, 11 Dec 2023 10:30:27 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2461 No 378 378 Covered (Christmas Clothes #1) full 937890e1-c8f8-4462-83a3-e98812887f43 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/covered-christmas-clothes-1/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 01:44:37 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2005 No 377 377 Welcome Like Jesus (Throwback Sunday) full e833dd52-c019-4960-8889-5059a4440ddb https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/welcome-like-jesus-throwback-sunday/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 10:48:45 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2241 No 376 376 Thanksgiving Service full eb36692c-b8fb-4544-8043-da8564e44e87 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/thanksgiving-service/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 10:40:50 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3003 No 375 375 I Am God (Acts #16) full 3e4f63f4-ed01-4825-abef-66379ae8ef28 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/i-am-god-acts-16/ Mon, 13 Nov 2023 22:10:43 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2868 No 374 374 Fully Trusting (Acts #15) full ae803b57-de8f-44a4-b036-916a965515b0 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/fully-trusting-acts-15/ Tue, 07 Nov 2023 22:11:46 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2523 No 373 373 Be One of THEM (Acts #14) full 7d46594f-d172-4fec-9068-03bb6f913506 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/be-one-of-them-acts-14/ Tue, 31 Oct 2023 13:34:13 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2366 No 372 372 Pray First (Acts #12) full bf3ea8b5-4d53-4bb9-b073-4d30d6e0708a https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/pray-first-acts-12/ Mon, 09 Oct 2023 22:54:09 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2454 No 371 371 Dare Something Greater full 9db68b30-6fe2-4769-a5e1-c50c5a2e58fe https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/dare-something-greater/ Mon, 02 Oct 2023 19:51:35 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2708 No 370 370 The Changed Religious Man (Changed #3) full e2f963de-af5c-43ab-926e-2f504e2155f0 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-changed-religious-man-changed-3/ Mon, 25 Sep 2023 23:14:26 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2487 No 369 369 The Changed Unchanged (Changed #2) full 2d424ee5-c104-45a1-908b-cf22b2f8363a https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-changed-unchanged-changed-2/ Mon, 18 Sep 2023 16:15:49 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2385 No 368 368 The Changed Man of Influence (Changed #1) full 71325c78-fecb-4041-ab25-495f8ef7ba65 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-changed-man-of-influence-changed-1/ Tue, 12 Sep 2023 01:15:43 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2645 No 367 367 Worship: Glorifying God in Everything full ff38f2b4-1df6-463d-9c5a-aa01d2ad33db https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/worship-glorifying-god-in-everything/ Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:27:13 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1891 No 366 366 Giving Your Words (Being a Penny Christian #3) full e7240e6f-152c-4b51-ac48-763973867640 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/giving-your-words-being-a-penny-christian-3/ Mon, 28 Aug 2023 22:46:52 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2054 No 365 365 Giving Your Heart (Being a Penny Christian #2) full ba728004-0154-441f-b374-31c608590895 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/giving-your-heart-being-a-penny-christian-2/ Mon, 21 Aug 2023 14:52:48 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2821 No 364 364 Giving Your Time (Being a Penny Christian #1) full dbe2fcb0-d528-4890-b8b0-084bd0acee31 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/giving-your-time-being-a-penny-christian-1/ Mon, 14 Aug 2023 17:12:14 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2371 No 363 363 Kids Creek Sunday (Bridget Pavelec) full f74fd6b4-d944-4fcc-8d59-f1b58073455f https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/bridget-pavelec-kids-creek-sunday/ Mon, 31 Jul 2023 12:16:24 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2782 No 362 362 Redeeming Love (Ruth #4) full c6295e45-b836-45ff-bf64-b27f7b710b1c https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/redeeming-love-ruth-4/ Mon, 24 Jul 2023 15:10:27 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1885 No 361 361 A Providential Love (Ruth #3) full 93212294-c915-47cb-9f50-91c086fd085b https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/a-providential-love-ruth-3/ Tue, 18 Jul 2023 12:09:06 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2576 No 360 360 A Generous Love (Ruth #2) full 0e64fb2f-03ac-4bc3-a414-f8771c32d962 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/a-generous-love-ruth-2/ Mon, 10 Jul 2023 06:56:54 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2787 No 359 359 A Committed Love (Ruth #1) full 40aca317-82e0-4dbb-a326-54dd8f75a19f https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/a-committed-love-ruth-1/ Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:24:11 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2555 No 358 358 Azlyn McCarthy - Missionary to Togo full 1a74f989-8dbd-4876-a256-6499a6148bc1 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/azlyn-mccarthy-missionary-to-togo/ Mon, 26 Jun 2023 15:17:35 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3847 No 357 357 The Persecution of the Church (Acts #11) full 8a05e9ab-86c0-4c45-8521-e02be65244a1 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-persecution-of-the-church-acts-11/ Mon, 19 Jun 2023 12:44:52 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2823 No 356 356 The Value of the Church (Acts #10) full e1be0233-ecd1-4323-be1c-e4919bad9d77 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-value-of-the-church-acts-10/ Mon, 12 Jun 2023 15:20:43 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3212 No 355 355 The Obedience of the Church (Acts #9) full 669e7570-112b-4058-89bf-57649dcf5f37 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-obedience-of-the-church-acts-9/ Mon, 05 Jun 2023 12:54:07 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2384 No 354 354 The Purity of the Church (The Book of Acts #8) full 1b9e1125-490e-4974-94d8-594287f04c71 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-purity-of-the-church-the-book-of-acts-8/ Mon, 29 May 2023 12:41:08 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2204 No 353 353 The Boldness of the Church (The Book of Acts #7) full 60a88327-86e5-4085-ac9e-3a22dce8f01c https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-boldness-of-the-church-the-book-of-acts-7/ Mon, 22 May 2023 07:44:42 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2433 No 352 352 The Heart of the Church (the Book of Acts #6) full 593f3b89-94aa-432c-979d-2f269e34ad37 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-heart-of-the-church-the-book-of-acts-6/ Mon, 15 May 2023 13:46:54 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2147 No 351 351 The Star of the Church (The Book of Acts #5) full 820ec3c1-3652-4da9-94e7-3924e0f21c94 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-star-of-the-church-the-book-of-acts-5/ Mon, 08 May 2023 06:24:26 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2451 No 350 350 Restoration Service full 4171ca84-842c-4076-97d5-532b060061f1 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/restoration-service/ Tue, 02 May 2023 12:41:09 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2231 No 349 349 The Overflow of the Tongue (Tongue of Fire #2) full 5621bd13-4734-425d-a5b1-bd9d9511c2b5 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-overflow-of-the-tongue-tongue-of-fire-2/ Mon, 24 Apr 2023 06:12:21 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2170 No 348 348 The Power of the Tongue (Tongue of Fire #1) full 63b5ec81-3ec3-4cd0-841e-14574d153f67 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-power-of-the-tongue-tongue-of-fire-1/ Mon, 17 Apr 2023 09:08:00 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2207 No 347 347 Easter Sunday (Death, Defeated) full 33c4539b-afd3-4799-8c20-928331c9ef74 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/easter-sunday-death-defeated/ Mon, 10 Apr 2023 06:11:19 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1785 No 346 346 The Walking Dead (Death, Defeated) full 1bc19cf1-18e2-4397-81ed-ee39325efb23 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-walking-dead-death-defeated/ Mon, 03 Apr 2023 08:37:45 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2209 No 345 345 The Function of the Church (Gospel on the Move #4) full b9c86a62-bfd9-4656-8174-b615bc73c438 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-function-of-the-church-gospel-on-the-move-4/ Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:41:17 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2152 No 344 344 The Start of the Church (Gospel on the Move #3) full 75035a96-1aef-4c07-8f1c-ea190a201c16 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-start-of-the-church-gospel-on-the-move-3/ Mon, 20 Mar 2023 05:39:43 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2821 No 343 343 The Great Commission full 6dfa76b6-f746-4631-b128-830157558159 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-great-commission/ Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:50:40 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2129 No 342 342 Leaders for the Church (Gospel on the Move #2) full 4e8738b1-e53a-4275-9457-289528aab31b https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/leaders-for-the-church-gospel-on-the-move-2/ Mon, 06 Mar 2023 03:55:54 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2389 No 341 341 The Mandate for the Church (Gospel on the Move #1) full d5dad88e-578e-4f59-8c1f-307399e5aa99 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-mandate-for-the-church-gospel-on-the-move-1/ Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:32:37 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2989 No 340 340 Jesus-Centered Partnerships (Jesus-Centered Relationships #4) full e05f19f2-d2f2-4083-9fb1-2da22efbabd1 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-partnerships-jesus-centered-relationships-4/ Mon, 20 Feb 2023 10:57:43 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2585 No 339 339 Jesus-Centered at Work (Jesus-Centered Relationships #3) full 4644bfae-6587-4da5-b800-4d5356f1123c https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-at-work-jesus-centered-relationships-3/ Tue, 14 Feb 2023 11:15:06 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2378 No 338 338 Jesus-Centered Marriage (Jesus-Centered Relationships #2) full 76815974-c6e2-4263-a37d-1ec8155be1c3 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-marriage-jesus-centered-relationships-2/ Mon, 06 Feb 2023 18:45:55 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2491 No 337 337 Jesus-Centered Parenting (Jesus-Centered Relationships #1) full 586a647b-b3b9-4308-8268-07bc01e0639d https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-parenting-jesus-centered-relationships-1/ Mon, 30 Jan 2023 14:19:36 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2681 No 336 336 In and Out (Vision Sunday 2023) full 175b3e0d-ba9b-4b47-86a6-927997dc943e https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/in-and-out-vision-sunday-2023/ Tue, 24 Jan 2023 13:01:26 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2759 No 335 335 Gospel Growth Around Us (21 Days of Prayer #3) full 0d911f77-ce3a-4c5e-9221-2b3efa98c799 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/gospel-growth-around-us-21-days-of-prayer-3/ Tue, 17 Jan 2023 08:38:11 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2206 No 334 334 Gospel Growth in Us (21 Days of Prayer #2 & Centered #10) full 959834cc-f2e6-4bfb-b185-79bc5fca5ca5 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/stronggospel-growth-in-us-21-days-of-prayer-2-amp-centered-10-strong/ Tue, 10 Jan 2023 15:16:15 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1748 What you wear affects perception. This is true of your physical clothing as well as your spiritual clothing. What you wear affects perception. This is true of your physical clothing as well as your spiritual clothing. No 333 333 Gospel Growth in Me (21 Days of Prayer #1) full 590f9b55-19b9-4929-983f-65024bee33eb https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/gospel-growth-in-me-21-days-of-prayer-1/ Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:35:02 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2228 No 332 332 Waiting Over (Waiting for Arrival #5) full d7b8cc7b-a3f0-421a-8bba-fcc76b1ffca2 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/waiting-over-waiting-for-arrival-5/ Sat, 24 Dec 2022 20:00:00 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1736 No 331 331 Waiting for God (Waiting for Arrival #4) full 79024605-22e4-4207-9594-0479a5ecfeca https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/waiting-for-god-waiting-for-arrival-4/ Mon, 19 Dec 2022 09:46:01 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1852 No 329 329 Waiting for the Priest (Waiting for Arrival #2) full 5ff80f1c-33ff-4bd3-9c4c-d77cc25fa7b2 https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/waiting-for-the-priest-waiting-for-arrival-2/ Mon, 05 Dec 2022 13:29:08 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2166 "The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, "You are a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek." Psalm 110:4 ESV "The Lord has sworn and will not change his mind, "You are a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek." Psalm 110:4 ESV No 328 328 Waiting for the Prophet (Awaiting Arrival #1) full b208557d-8616-40e1-920f-e31c37ed30ef https://share.transistor.fm/s/eee1f40c Mon, 28 Nov 2022 14:26:30 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2613 No 327 327 Jesus-Centered Identity (Centered #9) full 222b4dbe-7322-4b94-97be-9ecc06ffc806 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d0e6264a Mon, 14 Nov 2022 09:31:00 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1872 Life can be so busy, and we are so focused on the details surrounding us that we can often miss the important things that are in front of us. Watch/Listen/Read More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-identity-centered-9/ Life can be so busy, and we are so focused on the details surrounding us that we can often miss the important things that are in front of us. Watch/Listen/Read More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-identity-centered-9/ No 326 326 Jesus-Centered Religion (Centered #8) full 5586ba84-f8c6-4ecb-a64c-990b6098ae3a https://share.transistor.fm/s/5cba4df3 Mon, 07 Nov 2022 10:13:22 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2353 Paul starts the passage in Colossians 2:16-23 by saying, "Do not let people judge you." By that, he is trying to say not to let people’s judgments/assumptions affect you. Watch/Listen/Read More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-religion-centered-8/ Paul starts the passage in Colossians 2:16-23 by saying, "Do not let people judge you." By that, he is trying to say not to let people’s judgments/assumptions affect you. Watch/Listen/Read More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-rel No 325 325 Jesus-Centered Freedom (Centered #7) full 55c50772-4266-4058-8576-1d1d46091dcf https://share.transistor.fm/s/0f07b648 Mon, 31 Oct 2022 09:45:20 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1592 No 324 324 Jesus-Centered Growth (Centered #6) full d7707f70-6f85-44b4-9a1f-614e9c723409 https://share.transistor.fm/s/634c0a0c Mon, 24 Oct 2022 09:03:35 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2145 Growing in faith isn’t found in super complex methods. Like Daniel learns from Mr. Miyagi in "The Karate Kid," it’s the basics that help you grow. Watch/Listen/Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-growth-centered-6/ Growing in faith isn’t found in super complex methods. Like Daniel learns from Mr. Miyagi in "The Karate Kid," it’s the basics that help you grow. Watch/Listen/Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-growth-centered-6/ No 323 323 Desexualizing the Imago Dei (Imago Dei #5) full e3250d3d-103a-4cec-bb6c-5b3d8bcbfeda https://share.transistor.fm/s/18e4902f Tue, 11 Oct 2022 08:36:24 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2894 Is same-sex attraction ok? 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 tells us that our body is not our own but, instead, it belongs to Christ. Our spirit becomes one spirit with his. Watch/Listen/Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/desexualizing-imago-dei-5/ Is same-sex attraction ok? 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 tells us that our body is not our own but, instead, it belongs to Christ. Our spirit becomes one spirit with his. Watch/Listen/Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/desexualizing-imago-dei-5 No 322 322 Ending the Imago Dei (Imago Dei #4) full c5169fa2-d1c4-46e1-a29e-f0a44d0fa669 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fb31f8d0 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 09:52:37 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2873 No 321 321 Respecting the Imago Dei (Imago Dei #3) full 408cf3e4-20d3-408c-8ce3-ef5fd0fd8589 https://share.transistor.fm/s/34c5bdbe Mon, 26 Sep 2022 09:27:02 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3188 No 320 320 Having an Imago Dei Identity (Imago Dei #2) full d5189e15-009c-4fed-8e90-e04212cc85f0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f47f73f7 Mon, 19 Sep 2022 08:49:24 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2470 We don’t own ourselves - God owns us. We deserved death, but Jesus took our place on the cross. We were bought with a price and shouldn’t become slaves of man (1 Corinthians 7:23.) Last week, Erin talked about how we can see the Imago Dei in others because it helps us view others the way we should. This week, however, we are going to look at the Imago Dei in ourselves. We don’t own ourselves - God owns us. We deserved death, but Jesus took our place on the cross. We were bought with a price and shouldn’t become slaves of man (1 Corinthians 7:23.) Last week, Erin talked about how we can see the Imago Dei in others bec No 319 319 The Value of the Imago Dei (Imago Dei #1) full 2d0fd4b8-0a19-4a68-b393-afd9d1e11c7b https://share.transistor.fm/s/d66375f9 Mon, 12 Sep 2022 09:55:04 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2637 Listen/Watch and Learn More at: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/value-of-the-imago-dei-1/ Listen/Watch and Learn More at: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/value-of-the-imago-dei-1/ No 318 318 Jesus-Centered Suffering (Centered #5) full f810549e-156d-4aa1-aa4c-31c2c38a2479 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fc16a411 Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:40:52 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2091 Typically, we try our hardest to avoid suffering. Yet, if we spend our whole lives actively working to avoid suffering, we will miss out on moments where suffering brings us closer to others and closer to God. Listen/Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-suffering-centered-5/ Typically, we try our hardest to avoid suffering. Yet, if we spend our whole lives actively working to avoid suffering, we will miss out on moments where suffering brings us closer to others and closer to God. Listen/Watch and Learn More: https://weare No 317 317 Jesus-Centered Transformation (Centered #4) full 987d82b7-3d2c-4a90-81a2-852519f4a415 https://share.transistor.fm/s/baed5eb7 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 08:38:17 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1969 No 316 316 A Jesus-Centered Faith (Centered #3) full 3ce955f5-e437-4d99-afe4-98efb55dbb33 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5bcdaffa Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:01:43 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3345 So many people justify their wrongdoings in the name of Jesus. Society, as a whole, doesn’t truly understand who Jesus was at this point. Watch/Listen/Read More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/stronga-jesus-centered-faith-centered-3-strong/ So many people justify their wrongdoings in the name of Jesus. Society, as a whole, doesn’t truly understand who Jesus was at this point. Watch/Listen/Read More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/stronga-jesus-centered-faith-centered-3-strong/ No 315 315 Jesus-Centered Walking (Centered #2) full 0ccced57-3d40-4957-a489-5195ebcdfced https://share.transistor.fm/s/3fde6e3d Mon, 15 Aug 2022 10:24:50 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2252 When we encounter an idea that we are not familiar with, we wonder, “What does that look like?” Paul is trying to answer that question for us in Colossians 1:9-14. Watch/Listen/Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-walking-centered-2/ When we encounter an idea that we are not familiar with, we wonder, “What does that look like?” Paul is trying to answer that question for us in Colossians 1:9-14. Watch/Listen/Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/jesus-centered-walking-c No 314 314 A Jesus-Centered Life (Centered #1) full cb7e2508-70b4-4e1c-94d5-498a039dd169 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e7e93192 Mon, 08 Aug 2022 08:43:45 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2456 No 313 313 Psalm 1 (Summer of Psalms #8) full ef88b8da-c1e0-4133-89ce-b24e870461a6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b41ade01 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:28:52 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2352 No 312 312 Psalm 124 (Summer of Psalms #7) full b9ee07d8-abaf-499f-9b27-4f86e9cb0f6c https://share.transistor.fm/s/ed0e5eb9 Mon, 25 Jul 2022 13:00:00 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2264 No 311 311 Psalm 61 (Summer of Psalms #6) full 34421e32-2c1a-4e11-be33-d4aaf9ec8c97 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7074978b Tue, 19 Jul 2022 23:02:00 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1631 No 310 310 Psalm 8 (Summer of Psalms #5) full c95c8132-db00-448c-ac6a-8e4c19b4381e https://share.transistor.fm/s/0e895de2 Mon, 04 Jul 2022 11:29:18 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2047 Watch & Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-8-summer-of-psalms-5/ Watch & Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-8-summer-of-psalms-5/ No 309 309 Psalm 19 (Summer of Psalms #4) full 382450b7-a579-4caf-b5cc-747f2e82c2ae https://share.transistor.fm/s/74a21de5 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:23:27 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2588 There is an insurmountable gap between how glorious God is and how sinful we are. If we perfectly apply the law, God will cover the gap. Yet, we cannot perfectly apply the law on our own. This is why we need Jesus. Watch and Learn more: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-19-summer-of-psalms-4/ There is an insurmountable gap between how glorious God is and how sinful we are. If we perfectly apply the law, God will cover the gap. Yet, we cannot perfectly apply the law on our own. This is why we need Jesus. Watch and Learn more: https://weareri No 308 308 Psalm 37:1-9 (Summer of Psalms #3) full 5f083c3c-57f1-439f-907e-cf2e4bbfde97 https://share.transistor.fm/s/627ccf83 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 09:28:27 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2401 Fret Not: fear/anger-based worry • The wicked (verses 1 and 2) - do not be envious of wrongdoers (of what they have - ie money, fame, power, etc.) • The success of others (verse 7) • Life in general (verse 8) - don't get angry; don't lose your cool Watch & Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-371-9-summer-of-psalms-3/ Fret Not: fear/anger-based worry • The wicked (verses 1 and 2) - do not be envious of wrongdoers (of what they have - ie money, fame, power, etc.) • The success of others (verse 7) • Life in general (verse 8) - don't get angry; don't lose your cool No 307 307 Psalm 34 (Summer of Psalms #2) full 44d89db0-281b-4e57-afdb-85f3eb4bf570 https://share.transistor.fm/s/80b5f63b Mon, 13 Jun 2022 08:26:52 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2498 When we follow Christ and we feel let down, what do we do? There are many many stories of people that felt like God wasn’t good after going through tough circumstances in life. So if we can “taste and see the that Lord is good” (Psalm 34:8), how do we explain the suffering and issues in life? Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-34-summer-of-psalms-2/ When we follow Christ and we feel let down, what do we do? There are many many stories of people that felt like God wasn’t good after going through tough circumstances in life. So if we can “taste and see the that Lord is good” (Psalm 34:8), how do we exp No 306 306 Psalm 121 (Summer of Psalms #1) full 5ea4df35-d519-47df-ba83-d5d06b4bdd33 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6359197a Mon, 06 Jun 2022 09:43:57 -0500 Matt Townsley, Elder with Riverwood Church in Waverly Matt Townsley, Elder with Riverwood Church in Waverly 2059 What is the greatest fear you are facing right now? • Financial? • Grades? • Safety? — Where do I go for help? Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-121-summer-of-psalms-1/ What is the greatest fear you are facing right now? • Financial? • Grades? • Safety? — Where do I go for help? Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/psalm-121-summer-of-psalms-1/ No 305 305 The Finish (Building Lives #6) full e65bee80-8548-428d-9cf9-5a199aa963ef https://share.transistor.fm/s/134f6670 Mon, 30 May 2022 08:18:04 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2438 Sanballat and Tobiah are giving their last-ditch effort to stop Nehemiah from completing the wall. Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-finish-building-lives-6/ Sanballat and Tobiah are giving their last-ditch effort to stop Nehemiah from completing the wall. Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-finish-building-lives-6/ No 304 304 The Distractions Inside (Building Lives #5) full 8a206212-26d5-438c-ad7b-9c65aaea9683 https://share.transistor.fm/s/95a16d12 Mon, 23 May 2022 08:39:58 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2440 The inside distractions in our lives are even more insidious than violent external threats. External threats can actually motivate you. Internal distractions, however, tend to demotivate you completely and fracture and/or break you from the inside. Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/distractions-inside-building-lives-5/ The inside distractions in our lives are even more insidious than violent external threats. External threats can actually motivate you. Internal distractions, however, tend to demotivate you completely and fracture and/or break you from the inside. Wat No 303 303 The Distractions Outside (Building Lives #4) full 40d48f17-cc02-4721-94c0-0b9cbb4cdac3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/23a6c7d5 Mon, 16 May 2022 09:29:30 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2504 Many people have a dream and goal in life that they are working towards but have to deal with constant distraction and derailment. Similarly, Nehemiah had to deal with distraction while sticking to the mission God gave him. Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/the-distractions-outside-building-lives-4/ Many people have a dream and goal in life that they are working towards but have to deal with constant distraction and derailment. Similarly, Nehemiah had to deal with distraction while sticking to the mission God gave him. Watch and Learn More: https: No 302 302 The Implementation (Building Lives #3) full 10f872e7-8b86-464c-8378-0e4c34afd141 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8eda175f Mon, 09 May 2022 09:27:32 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2319 Nehemiah 3, shows how it took everyone generously giving their time and energy to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem. Some would build, and some would repair - but they all had a specific job to ensure the completion of the effort. Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-implementation-building-lives-3/ Nehemiah 3, shows how it took everyone generously giving their time and energy to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem. Some would build, and some would repair - but they all had a specific job to ensure the completion of the effort. Watch and Learn More: No 301 301 The Plan (Building Lives #2) full 9962af5d-ccfc-482d-9a48-ba441dc4cf34 https://share.transistor.fm/s/420073bc Mon, 02 May 2022 10:31:14 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2403 Waiting can be difficult, awkward, painful, and slow. As humans, we tend to do anything we can to distract ourselves from waiting. Waiting can often bring rich rewards. God uses these moments of waiting to do deep work in His children. Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-plan-building-lives-2/ Waiting can be difficult, awkward, painful, and slow. As humans, we tend to do anything we can to distract ourselves from waiting. Waiting can often bring rich rewards. God uses these moments of waiting to do deep work in His children. Watch and Learn No 300 300 The Call (Building Lives #1) full bae37e46-3546-406b-807b-6ddf1cfbabd7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/12b1ca6d Mon, 25 Apr 2022 09:01:53 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 3073 Even though he had never been to Jerusalem, Nehemiah was Jewish and cared deeply about his people. He mourned and fasted for days when he heard that the gates had been burned down. Nehemiah needed God to move the king’s heart to allow him to begin rebuilding the walls and gate. Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/the-call-building-lives-1/ Even though he had never been to Jerusalem, Nehemiah was Jewish and cared deeply about his people. He mourned and fasted for days when he heard that the gates had been burned down. Nehemiah needed God to move the king’s heart to allow him to begin rebuild No 299 299 The Resurrection (Easter) Mark #51 full 3b01a8a6-3843-4665-b12a-0c052340c030 https://share.transistor.fm/s/33e591cf Mon, 18 Apr 2022 09:18:55 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1934 In movies, happy endings can often feel cheesy. Life rarely works out with a “happy ending.” J.R.R. Tolkien says that he thinks Happy Endings give us a glimpse of something deeper that we long for. Happy endings can point us toward the Easter story, however. In movies, happy endings can often feel cheesy. Life rarely works out with a “happy ending.” J.R.R. Tolkien says that he thinks Happy Endings give us a glimpse of something deeper that we long for. Happy endings can point us toward the Easter story, howev Easter, Resurrection, Jesus, Happy Endings No 298 298 The Pain Before The Cross (Mark #49) full 1185610f-0a14-4ce2-b65c-ae5fdcb99fbb https://share.transistor.fm/s/fe916e17 Mon, 04 Apr 2022 09:12:42 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2440 The disciples must have felt pretty special that Jesus would ask them to follow Him so closely. But, just a while before this part of Mark, they learned that He would die soon and that one of them would be the betrayer. At this stage, Jesus started to show worry for the first time. Watch and Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/pain-before-cross-mark-48 The disciples must have felt pretty special that Jesus would ask them to follow Him so closely. But, just a while before this part of Mark, they learned that He would die soon and that one of them would be the betrayer. At this stage, Jesus started to sho No 297 297 Betrayals (Mark #48) full a250352a-5955-4a85-a372-f10eeb68817b https://share.transistor.fm/s/e6af1337 Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:45:03 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2539 Since we are all betrayers, are we going to be blind, unrepentant, or repentant betrayers? While we were still enemies of God, Christ died for us. He is not hurt and wounded by our betrayal. When we sin/betrayal, where do we turn? To beating ourselves up or ignoring the shame and filling the void with substances, food, entertainment? Or, do we turn to Jesus and jump out of the boat and swim to Him? Learn More and Watch The Sermon here: https://weareriverwood.org/betrayals-mark-48/ Since we are all betrayers, are we going to be blind, unrepentant, or repentant betrayers? While we were still enemies of God, Christ died for us. He is not hurt and wounded by our betrayal. When we sin/betrayal, where do we turn? To beating ourselves up No 296 296 United To Christ Together full 628c423e-45c9-4cfd-8db5-aecfdc9ddd01 https://share.transistor.fm/s/18087726 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 09:37:25 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2202 Guest speaker, Patrick Ray, teaches about how Churches worldwide have different problems, but we all have the same hope. Through Jesus, we can be unified despite our differences. Democrat or Republican, Russian or Ukrainian, Racial differences, etc. Galatians 3:27 explains how those baptized into Christ are not different, but we are clothed with Christ. We are also Abraham's descendants and heirs to the promise if we belong to Christ. Watch or Learn More at: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/united-to-christ-together Guest speaker, Patrick Ray, teaches about how Churches worldwide have different problems, but we all have the same hope. Through Jesus, we can be unified despite our differences. Democrat or Republican, Russian or Ukrainian, Racial differences, etc. Galat No 295 295 The Passover (Mark #47) full cc8543c1-fe6e-4b26-9e1b-3368ff778d4d https://share.transistor.fm/s/e44bbbb8 Mon, 14 Mar 2022 11:22:03 -0500 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1734 Throughout the centuries, the Jewish people would celebrate Passover. It was also customary to go to Jerusalem to celebrate. In Mark 14:12-26, Jesus sends some of his disciples ahead to get a room for Jesus and his disciples. In this room, Jesus breaks bread and gives it to the disciples. He instructs them to eat it as it is His body. He then takes a cup of wine and He tells them that it is His blood of the covenant that is poured out for each of us. The tradition of Passover was typically four cups of wine (Exodus 6). They symbolized sanctification, deliverance, redemption, and praise. Read More and Watch the Sermon: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/passover-mark-47/ Throughout the centuries, the Jewish people would celebrate Passover. It was also customary to go to Jerusalem to celebrate. In Mark 14:12-26, Jesus sends some of his disciples ahead to get a room for Jesus and his disciples. In this room, Jesus breaks No 294 294 Death Preparations (Mark #46) full 2726c9e2-040b-477b-817a-02df429f21ea https://share.transistor.fm/s/e4bb9523 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 09:20:35 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1934 Just as we want to give all of our time/attention/money/etc. to that special person in our life or the hobbies we love, we should feel even more the same way about God. In Mark 14, verse 3, a woman (probably Mary Magdalene) poured a jar of expensive oil on Jesus' head. This perfume was made with pure nard and was worth a year's wages. Imagine using a full year's wages in a quick moment to honor someone you love. For many, that is unfathomable. Just as we want to give all of our time/attention/money/etc. to that special person in our life or the hobbies we love, we should feel even more the same way about God. In Mark 14, verse 3, a woman (probably Mary Magdalene) poured a jar of expensive oil o No 293 293 Revealed (Putting the Bible In Its Place #4) full 51ae9121-23c0-4c27-b15c-c84df82d5049 https://share.transistor.fm/s/810bd32c Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:17:44 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 1921 What is the purpose of school? It’s not to make friends, to get good grades, or to be able to regurgitate facts. The purpose of school is to learn. It’s essential to know the purpose of what you’re involved in. This is also true of scripture. Many people seem not to understand the purpose of the Bible. Why did God give us the Scriptures? The Bible is profitable for teaching, reproof, correction, and training in righteousness, but those are not the primary purposes of the Bible. Learn More: https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/revealed-putting-the-Bible-in-its-place-4 What is the purpose of school? It’s not to make friends, to get good grades, or to be able to regurgitate facts. The purpose of school is to learn. It’s essential to know the purpose of what you’re involved in. This is also true of scripture. Many people No 292 292 Recognized (Putting the Bible In Its Place #3) full 5c671153-45e9-4b61-9725-c54c1a2ee6d8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/60c6e3c4 Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:30:49 -0600 Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa Riverwood Church - Waverly, Iowa 2238 How do we know we can trust the Bible and what’s included and intentionally not included? Watch the sermon or learn more on our website at https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/recognized-bible-in-its-place-3 How do we know we can trust the Bible and what’s included and intentionally not included? Watch the sermon or learn more on our website at https://weareriverwood.org/ctc-sermons/recognized-bible-in-its-place-3 No 291 291 Reliable (Putting the Bible In Its Place #2) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=9077 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fe9444a2 Sun, 06 Feb 2022 12:00:45 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2603 the Bible claims in and of itself to be the word of God. On its own, this can be a weak piece of evidence. Combined with the following points, however... the Bible claims in and of itself to be the word of God. On its own, this can be a weak piece of evidence. Combined with the following points, however... No 290 290 Written (Putting the Bible In Its Place #1) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=9066 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c1febb1a Sun, 30 Jan 2022 12:00:45 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2101 In 2 Timothy 3:16 and 17, Paul instructs Timothy on teaching sound doctrine. He explains how every detail in scripture is breathed out by God. In 2 Timothy 3:16 and 17, Paul instructs Timothy on teaching sound doctrine. He explains how every detail in scripture is breathed out by God. No 289 289 Vision Sunday 2022 – Looking Back, Looking Ahead full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=9053 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e4a13b8a Sun, 23 Jan 2022 12:00:32 -0600 riverwood riverwood 3303 Today's sermon is a look at where Riverwood is, as a church, today. Pastor Erin helps us take a look at our past, discuss our areas of growth & areas to work on, and help us see the vision of where Riverwood is planning to focus in the future. Today's sermon is a look at where Riverwood is, as a church, today. Pastor Erin helps us take a look at our past, discuss our areas of growth & areas to work on, and help us see the vision of where Riverwood is planning to focus in the future. No 288 288 Less is More (The Upside-Down Kingdom #3) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=9042 https://share.transistor.fm/s/242698fe Sun, 16 Jan 2022 12:00:48 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2043 This human yearning for more has been around since sin entered the world but Jesus would have us understand that less IS more. This human yearning for more has been around since sin entered the world but Jesus would have us understand that less IS more. No 287 287 Empty is Full (The Upside-Down Kingdom #2) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=9035 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f956f8c8 Sun, 09 Jan 2022 12:00:42 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2159 In Matthew, Jesus extols the spiritual benefits of fasting. He also shows that prayer and fasting are linked. In Matthew, Jesus extols the spiritual benefits of fasting. He also shows that prayer and fasting are linked. No 286 286 Down is Up (The Upside-Down Kingdom #1) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=9022 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6e36356e Sun, 02 Jan 2022 12:00:21 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2040 Jesus tells us that the way we connect with heaven is to pray. In other words, the way to get up to heaven is to get down on our knees in prayer. Jesus tells us that the way we connect with heaven is to pray. In other words, the way to get up to heaven is to get down on our knees in prayer. No 285 285 Seek God (Seek #6) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=9010 https://share.transistor.fm/s/40bc9532 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 12:00:27 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1503 What James wrote about 2000 years ago continues to apply to us today. Seek God while you Watch/Listen to the final part of our "Seek" series. What James wrote about 2000 years ago continues to apply to us today. Seek God while you Watch/Listen to the final part of our "Seek" series. No 284 284 Seek Jesus (Seek #5) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=9015 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e208fb7a Fri, 24 Dec 2021 12:00:51 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1472 Many people don't believe they could be loved by God because of the mistakes they make in life. We find forgiveness by seeking Jesus. Many people don't believe they could be loved by God because of the mistakes they make in life. We find forgiveness by seeking Jesus. No 283 283 Seek Hope (Seek #4) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8996 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8750e789 Sun, 19 Dec 2021 12:00:31 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1906 In today's sermon, Pastor Erin explains how we should Choose Hope during the Holidays - even when hope isn't the obvious choice. In today's sermon, Pastor Erin explains how we should Choose Hope during the Holidays - even when hope isn't the obvious choice. No 282 282 Seek Wisdom (Seek #3) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8984 https://share.transistor.fm/s/745d5432 Sun, 12 Dec 2021 12:00:07 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1926 In this sermon from our Advent Series, Pastor Erin shows the difference between knowledge and wisdom through the story of the Wisemen that visit Christ's birth. In this sermon from our Advent Series, Pastor Erin shows the difference between knowledge and wisdom through the story of the Wisemen that visit Christ's birth. No 281 281 Seek Meaning (Seek #2) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8973 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7c8d52da Sun, 05 Dec 2021 12:00:06 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1804 The shepherds were often social outcasts making the fact that the shepherds were the first to be told of Christ's birth even more interesting and meaningful. The shepherds were often social outcasts making the fact that the shepherds were the first to be told of Christ's birth even more interesting and meaningful. No 280 280 Seek Contentment (Seek #1) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8962 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4687e961 Sun, 28 Nov 2021 12:00:26 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1747 We often try to fill our need for contentment with new things. Yet, while purchases can provide temporary contentment, it always fades. We often try to fill our need for contentment with new things. Yet, while purchases can provide temporary contentment, it always fades. No 279 279 Why We Should Continually Give Thanks to God full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8944 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c19c227a Sun, 21 Nov 2021 12:00:43 -0600 riverwood riverwood 838 We should give thanks to God because of His goodness, guidance, because He delivers & heals, and for His power & blessings. We should give thanks to God because of His goodness, guidance, because He delivers & heals, and for His power & blessings. No 278 278 The End (Mark #45) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8934 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b53163e6 Sun, 14 Nov 2021 12:00:54 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2300 At the beginning of Mark 13, Jesus and his disciples have “The Olivet Discourse.” One of the disciples remarks at the beautiful stonework on the new temple. At the beginning of Mark 13, Jesus and his disciples have “The Olivet Discourse.” One of the disciples remarks at the beautiful stonework on the new temple. No 277 277 Scribes vs. Widows (Mark #44) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8925 https://share.transistor.fm/s/77b88452 Sun, 07 Nov 2021 12:00:26 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2447 When a poor widow gives all she haves, Jesus marvels about her gift. The amount she gave was great due to the incredible sacrifice that accompanied that gift. When a poor widow gives all she haves, Jesus marvels about her gift. The amount she gave was great due to the incredible sacrifice that accompanied that gift. No 276 276 Continually (How to Give #6) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8909 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7b1ef499 Sun, 24 Oct 2021 12:00:48 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2450 Generosity is not supposed to be disposable or temporary. Generosity should be repetitive and intrinsic just like blinking or breathing is to each of us. Generosity is not supposed to be disposable or temporary. Generosity should be repetitive and intrinsic just like blinking or breathing is to each of us. No 275 275 Truthfully (How to Give #5) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8896 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e4f8f97a Sun, 17 Oct 2021 12:00:52 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2348 The grace that overflows from God to us so freely should manifest in our giving freely of the abundance we have. Through this, we reflect God's heart to others. The grace that overflows from God to us so freely should manifest in our giving freely of the abundance we have. Through this, we reflect God's heart to others. No 274 274 Cheerfully (How to Give #4) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8887 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f3c1e6b Sun, 10 Oct 2021 12:00:24 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2238 2 Corinthians 9:7 ends with “for God loves a cheerful giver.” Why is cheerful giving hard? How do we overcome the baggage that keeps us from giving cheerfully? 2 Corinthians 9:7 ends with “for God loves a cheerful giver.” Why is cheerful giving hard? How do we overcome the baggage that keeps us from giving cheerfully? No 273 273 W.I.P.illy (How to Give #3) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8876 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6e88e142 Sun, 03 Oct 2021 12:00:19 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1709 Instead of asking the question "How much should I give?" we should instead try to figure out "How much should I keep?" Instead of asking the question "How much should I give?" we should instead try to figure out "How much should I keep?" No 272 272 Bountifully (How to Give #2) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8866 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e54c4b4c Sun, 26 Sep 2021 12:00:25 -0500 Wapiti Digital Wapiti Digital 1257 2 Corinthians 9:6 uses a simple “If this, then that” statement. Show sparingly and you will reap sparingly. Sow bountifully and you will reap bountifully. 2 Corinthians 9:6 uses a simple “If this, then that” statement. Show sparingly and you will reap sparingly. Sow bountifully and you will reap bountifully. No 271 271 Expectantly (How to Give #1) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8809 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a137ef25 Sun, 19 Sep 2021 12:00:18 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2128 Paul teaches the church at Corinth about giving in 2 Corinthians 9. In part 1 of this 6-week series, we learn from Paul how we are to "give expectantly.” Paul teaches the church at Corinth about giving in 2 Corinthians 9. In part 1 of this 6-week series, we learn from Paul how we are to "give expectantly.” No 270 270 Living Out the Gospel (Defining Church #4) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8792 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1db5ccbf Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:00:17 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2193 We were born into our sin yet we are to keep pulling away from that which we were born into feel continually drawn to. We were born into our sin yet we are to keep pulling away from that which we were born into feel continually drawn to. No 269 269 Under Jesus (Defining Church #3) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8780 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1c2e5718 Sun, 05 Sep 2021 12:00:30 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2655 In today's sermon, Pastor Erin pulls apart our misconceptions of who is in charge of the church we attend. In today's sermon, Pastor Erin pulls apart our misconceptions of who is in charge of the church we attend. No 268 268 On Mission Together (Defining Church #2) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8769 https://share.transistor.fm/s/08a4cefd Sun, 29 Aug 2021 12:00:10 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2284 In part 2 of the “Defining Church” series, Pastor Erin shows how the church should be “on mission” together. In part 2 of the “Defining Church” series, Pastor Erin shows how the church should be “on mission” together. No 267 267 The Redeemed People of God (Defining Church #1) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8756 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0180e9d2 Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:00:38 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2456 This is the first part of a four-week study. If you are not a follower of Jesus, you’re welcome to be a part of Riverwood. We started this church for you. This is the first part of a four-week study. If you are not a follower of Jesus, you’re welcome to be a part of Riverwood. We started this church for you. No 266 266 Christ, The Son of David (Mark #43) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8736 https://share.transistor.fm/s/31cbf45c Sun, 08 Aug 2021 19:29:48 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2560 Shortly after answering the 3 questions previously covered, Jesus immediately addresses how He can be the “Son of David” and also David’s Lord. Shortly after answering the 3 questions previously covered, Jesus immediately addresses how He can be the “Son of David” and also David’s Lord. No 265 265 The Great Commandment (Mark #42) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8726 https://share.transistor.fm/s/863229f1 Mon, 02 Aug 2021 12:11:57 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2259 The most important commandment in all of scripture is also one of the most famous verses in all of scripture that many churchs have built their mission on. The most important commandment in all of scripture is also one of the most famous verses in all of scripture that many churchs have built their mission on. No 264 264 God of the Living (Mark #41) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8711 https://share.transistor.fm/s/61eca658 Sun, 25 Jul 2021 22:34:39 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2424 “Cancel culture” is nothing new. Even Jesus faced being canceled. In spite of that, It’s important understand God and know that we bear his image. “Cancel culture” is nothing new. Even Jesus faced being canceled. In spite of that, It’s important understand God and know that we bear his image. No 262 262 The Club of the Rejected (Mark #39) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8687 https://share.transistor.fm/s/57946f3e Sun, 11 Jul 2021 12:00:00 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2456 In today's sermon, Pastor Erin breaks rejection down for us and explains how we can always rely on God who pulls closer in spite of our constant rejection. In today's sermon, Pastor Erin breaks rejection down for us and explains how we can always rely on God who pulls closer in spite of our constant rejection. No 261 261 Life in the Community of Faith (Standalone) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8674 https://share.transistor.fm/s/515e2dcd Sun, 04 Jul 2021 10:00:49 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2315 1 Peter 5:6-11 instructs us as believers to be humble, to be watchful, and to stand firm in resisting the devil. Listen now to guest speaker Jonathan Davis. 1 Peter 5:6-11 instructs us as believers to be humble, to be watchful, and to stand firm in resisting the devil. Listen now to guest speaker Jonathan Davis. No 260 260 Protected from Pride (The Protection of Proverbs #4) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8655 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fb44c447 Sun, 20 Jun 2021 01:00:02 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1814 We can often get lost in pride as we rely on ourselves and not on Christ. When our hearts are prideful, we can't truly trust in God or have full faith in him. We can often get lost in pride as we rely on ourselves and not on Christ. When our hearts are prideful, we can't truly trust in God or have full faith in him. No 259 259 Protected from Greed (The Protection of Proverbs #3) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8643 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6da0438e Sun, 13 Jun 2021 14:21:47 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2498 Greed is ingrained in our culture. Businesses recognize this & market products directly at our greed. Bigger, Better, & More are all used to trigger our greed. Greed is ingrained in our culture. Businesses recognize this & market products directly at our greed. Bigger, Better, & More are all used to trigger our greed. No 258 258 Protected by Wisdom (The Protection of Proverbs #2) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8629 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f464031c Sun, 06 Jun 2021 16:05:53 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2267 Proverbs 1:20-33 speaks to our culture. Humanity, as a whole, has turned its back on the wisdom of God and put faith in its own abilities and knowledge. Proverbs 1:20-33 speaks to our culture. Humanity, as a whole, has turned its back on the wisdom of God and put faith in its own abilities and knowledge. No 257 257 Why Proverbs (The Protection of Proverbs #1) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8617 https://share.transistor.fm/s/be056781 Sun, 30 May 2021 14:02:06 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2061 Proverbs chapter 2 begins with Solomon addressing his son and imparting words of wisdom that his son should heed. The kids join the congregation this Sunday. Proverbs chapter 2 begins with Solomon addressing his son and imparting words of wisdom that his son should heed. The kids join the congregation this Sunday. No 256 256 The Fig Tree and The Temple (Mark #38) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8607 https://share.transistor.fm/s/685c0447 Sun, 23 May 2021 22:48:18 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2654 Mark 11 tells two stories that intertwine to form one larger picture. In the first story, Jesus curses a fig tree and in the second, Jesus cleanses the temple. Mark 11 tells two stories that intertwine to form one larger picture. In the first story, Jesus curses a fig tree and in the second, Jesus cleanses the temple. No 255 255 Loving The Unlovable People (Mark #37) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8600 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9d5ca99b Sun, 16 May 2021 12:55:10 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2267 Launch Sermon PlayerJesus, once again, shows his power when healing the blind man, Bartimaeus. More importantly, he shows us how to love those that we might consider unlovable. Even more than that, Bartimaeus gives up one of his only possessions to seek healing from Jesus. What person/people are in your life that you could go […] Launch Sermon PlayerJesus, once again, shows his power when healing the blind man, Bartimaeus. More importantly, he shows us how to love those that we might consider unlovable. Even more than that, Bartimaeus gives up one of his only possessions to seek h No 254 254 What Does Greatness Look Like? (Mark #36) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8591 https://share.transistor.fm/s/48260a75 Sun, 09 May 2021 17:49:55 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2624 Launch Sermon PlayerJames and John approach Jesus asking if they may be seated at his right and left hand in glory. While sincere, this question is based in selfishness. When you live life in a selfish way, you continue to act selfishly even after humbling experiences. Happy Mother’s Day! Good mothers often give up their desires […] Launch Sermon PlayerJames and John approach Jesus asking if they may be seated at his right and left hand in glory. While sincere, this question is based in selfishness. When you live life in a selfish way, you continue to act selfishly even after humblin No 253 253 What Can You Do To Enter Heaven? (Mark #35) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8576 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2c3395e3 Sun, 02 May 2021 12:41:40 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2082 Launch Sermon PlayerWhen the rich, young ruler approached Christ and asked “What must I do to be saved,” Jesus responded by telling the young ruler to give away everything he owns and follow Him. Even the disciples were surprised when Jesus comments how it is harder for a camel to go through the eye of […] Launch Sermon PlayerWhen the rich, young ruler approached Christ and asked “What must I do to be saved,” Jesus responded by telling the young ruler to give away everything he owns and follow Him. Even the disciples were surprised when Jesus comments how i No 252 252 Let The Children Come to Him (Mark #34) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8561 https://share.transistor.fm/s/91820100 Sun, 25 Apr 2021 16:19:45 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1585 Launch Sermon PlayerJesus showed that he could heal many people simply by touching them. Is it a surprise that parents are pushing their children towards Him in hopes of healing or blessings? Yet, when the children started surrounding Jesus, the disciples were quick to rebuke the parents for surrounding Him with these children. Listen as […] Launch Sermon PlayerJesus showed that he could heal many people simply by touching them. Is it a surprise that parents are pushing their children towards Him in hopes of healing or blessings? Yet, when the children started surrounding Jesus, the disciples No 251 251 Man of His Word (Mark #33) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8551 https://share.transistor.fm/s/588ac257 Sun, 18 Apr 2021 10:00:17 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2203 The topic of divorce can be a sticky subject. It has affected many of us, so to hear some of the Scriptures teaching on divorce can be painful. And yet on Riverwood’s “Baptism Sunday,” Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Jesus’ teaching on divorce from Mark 10:1-12, showing us how this subject actually points us to the love and faithfulness of Jesus. So listen in to be encouraged to trust Jesus. The topic of divorce can be a sticky subject. It has affected many of us, so to hear some of the Scriptures teaching on divorce can be painful. And yet on Riverwood’s “Baptism Sunday,” Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Jesus’ teaching on divorce from Mar No 250 250 Love Rose Up (Easter Sunday 2021) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8574 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e30dfe4 Sun, 04 Apr 2021 10:10:10 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1801 Easter is the highlight of the Christian Calendar. Without Resurrection Sunday, there is no Christian faith. Join us as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through John 10:1-18 to help us appreciate the resurrection of Jesus and learn how it can change your life over 2000 years later. Easter is the highlight of the Christian Calendar. Without Resurrection Sunday, there is no Christian faith. Join us as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through John 10:1-18 to help us appreciate the resurrection of Jesus and learn how it can change your life ov No 249 249 Love Laid Down (Good Friday 2021) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8572 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6ab0907a Fri, 02 Apr 2021 10:00:05 -0500 riverwood riverwood 904 As part of our reflective Good Friday service, Pastor Erin shared briefly from John 10:17-18 about the willingness of Jesus to give His life for ours, helping us appreciate Jesus’ sacrifice and enable us to worship Jesus on Easter Sunday all the more. As part of our reflective Good Friday service, Pastor Erin shared briefly from John 10:17-18 about the willingness of Jesus to give His life for ours, helping us appreciate Jesus’ sacrifice and enable us to worship Jesus on Easter Sunday all the more. No 248 248 Love Came In (Palm Sunday 2021) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8553 https://share.transistor.fm/s/450a22f9 Sun, 28 Mar 2021 10:00:39 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2203 If you’ve ever anticipated doing something extremely difficult, you might have felt nervous, hesitant, or even tried to delay the suffering. Yet Jesus, knowing what lie ahead of Him, walked willingly with determination toward Jerusalem. How did He do it? In this Palm Sunday sermon, Pastor Erin Bird shows us what enabled Jesus to resolutely move toward Jerusalem where mocking, torture, and death awaited Him, in the hopes that it will fill you with an awe of Jesus and a motivation to love those around you. So go grab a Bible and listen in as Erin walks us through Luke 19:28-40 If you’ve ever anticipated doing something extremely difficult, you might have felt nervous, hesitant, or even tried to delay the suffering. Yet Jesus, knowing what lie ahead of Him, walked willingly with determination toward Jerusalem. How did He do it? No 247 247 All for the Gospel (Mark #32) full https://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8570 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6a842b4c Sun, 21 Mar 2021 10:00:29 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2057 Often in life, we “want it all.” We want to buy expensive things without spending much money. We want to lose weight while still eating as much as we desire. In other words, we want to have our cake and eat it too. We carry this attitude into our relationship with God. We want God’s blessing while still living however we want. But in Mark 9:43-50, Jesus warns us that to truly follow Him and live the life God has for us, it might require us to take some difficult steps. Listen in to learn how to truly live “all for the gospel.” Often in life, we “want it all.” We want to buy expensive things without spending much money. We want to lose weight while still eating as much as we desire. In other words, we want to have our cake and eat it too. We carry this attitude into our relatio No 246 246 Gospel Teamwork (Mark #31) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8509 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0d873099 Mon, 15 Mar 2021 10:10:06 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1373 There are others in the world believing and working along side you, claiming God and his promises. Pride and and inward eye can mar that picture of Gospel Teamwork. Today Elder Ed Pavelec walks through Mark 9:33-42 teaching on this idea There are others in the world believing and working along side you, claiming God and his promises. Pride and and inward eye can mar that picture of Gospel Teamwork. Today Elder Ed Pavelec walks through Mark 9:33-42 teaching on this idea No 244 244 Jesus the Tabernacle (Mark #29) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8477 https://share.transistor.fm/s/86ec57f9 Sun, 28 Feb 2021 10:00:52 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2390 The Transfiguration is a famous story from the pages of the Bible. But could there be more to the story than just a “shining” Jesus? Listen in as Pastor Erin unpacks Mark 9:2-13, helping us see Jesus like never before. The Transfiguration is a famous story from the pages of the Bible. But could there be more to the story than just a “shining” Jesus? Listen in as Pastor Erin unpacks Mark 9:2-13, helping us see Jesus like never before. No 243 243 Suffer Like the Christ (Mark #28) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8462 https://share.transistor.fm/s/92fb5097 Sun, 21 Feb 2021 12:58:28 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2297 Sometimes in life, paradoxical phrases lead us to deep truths. For instance, "Less is More" or "The way out is in" are phrases that sound like paradoxes, but in the right moment, they can give you clarity. In Mark 8:27-9:1, the twelve disciples hear Jesus state what, to them, feels like a paradox. But upon closer inspection, we discover a deep truth that can completely change our lives in 2021. What is that truth? Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird explains. Sometimes in life, paradoxical phrases lead us to deep truths. For instance, "Less is More" or "The way out is in" are phrases that sound like paradoxes, but in the right moment, they can give you clarity. In Mark 8:27-9:1, the twelve disciples hear Jesu No 242 242 Beware the Yeast (Mark #27) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8455 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b198335d Sun, 14 Feb 2021 10:00:02 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2668 Many people turn to the teachings of Jesus for encouragement, guidance, and reassurance. But what do you do when Jesus gives a warning? You listen and take it to heart! In this week’s sermon, Pastor Erin Bird expounds upon the warning Jesus gives in Mark 8 and what we need to watch for in our own lives in 2021. Many people turn to the teachings of Jesus for encouragement, guidance, and reassurance. But what do you do when Jesus gives a warning? You listen and take it to heart! In this week’s sermon, Pastor Erin Bird expounds upon the warning Jesus gives in Mark No 241 241 Personal Jesus (Mark #26) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8441 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ba6be74a Sun, 07 Feb 2021 10:00:59 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2428 All people are looking for some sort of “Jesus” to save them from their loneliness, or their past, or their addiction, or their fears, or from whatever. As John Calvin famously put it: “The human heart is an idol factory.” And so in this search for rescue, the “idol factory" turns romantic partners, or money, or fame, or a whole host of things into its own “personal Jesus.” But rather than look for something or someone to rescue us, we need to look to the one and only Jesus who already loves us, and not just in a general sense (because He loves everyone), but in a very unique and personal sense. So listen in as Pastor Erin Bird shows us from two different-yet-similar stories from the book of Mark just how Jesus displays this unique and personal love toward you. All people are looking for some sort of “Jesus” to save them from their loneliness, or their past, or their addiction, or their fears, or from whatever. As John Calvin famously put it: “The human heart is an idol factory.” And so in this search for rescue No 240 240 How Big is Your God? (Mark #25) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8444 https://share.transistor.fm/s/68c3d85d Sun, 31 Jan 2021 10:00:43 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2388 Have you ever had a crisis of faith? A time in life where you doubted God’s goodness, or power, or even His existence? Perhaps you are there right now. In this week’s sermon, Pastor Erin Bird introduces us to a woman found in Mark 7:24-30 who had every right to doubt God’s goodness or power, and yet she displays a big faith in Jesus. Listen in to discover the four ways you, too, can grow to have a big faith in God as well. Have you ever had a crisis of faith? A time in life where you doubted God’s goodness, or power, or even His existence? Perhaps you are there right now. In this week’s sermon, Pastor Erin Bird introduces us to a woman found in Mark 7:24-30 who had every r No 239 239 Vision Sunday 2021 full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8452 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4ded15fc Sun, 24 Jan 2021 18:51:23 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1465 For our annual Vision Sunday, Pastor Erin takes some time to look back at all the things God did in 2020 (and it’s a lot of really big things!), as well as where he and the Elder Team believe God is calling us in 2021. While this sermon is primarily aimed at the Riverwood Church family, it is a great message for anyone who has supported Riverwood in the past or is considering making Riverwood their home church in the future. For our annual Vision Sunday, Pastor Erin takes some time to look back at all the things God did in 2020 (and it’s a lot of really big things!), as well as where he and the Elder Team believe God is calling us in 2021. While this sermon is primarily aimed No 238 238 Serve the King (Praying the King’s Agenda #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8412 https://share.transistor.fm/s/718ffd27 Sun, 17 Jan 2021 14:37:42 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1940 The “Great Commission,” found in Matthew 28:18-20, are some of the last words Jesus uttered on earth. It is a very famous passage. But what many Christians don’t realize is this passage, which talks about “going” and “baptizing” and “teaching” only contains one command. What is that command? Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird concludes our “Praying the King’s Agenda” series as part of Riverwood’s 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting. The “Great Commission,” found in Matthew 28:18-20, are some of the last words Jesus uttered on earth. It is a very famous passage. But what many Christians don’t realize is this passage, which talks about “going” and “baptizing” and “teaching” only contai No 237 237 Obey the King (Praying the King’s Agenda #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8401 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9ba6cf60 Sun, 10 Jan 2021 17:50:34 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2131 Obedience is hard. It feels confining. It feels joyless. It doesn’t feel very fun. So just how does a Jesus-follower actually obey the King’s Agenda without hating their faith and life? Obedience is hard. It feels confining. It feels joyless. It doesn’t feel very fun. So just how does a Jesus-follower actually obey the King’s Agenda without hating their faith and life? No 236 236 Hear the King (Praying the King’s Agenda #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8399 https://share.transistor.fm/s/003fc556 Sun, 03 Jan 2021 14:40:42 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1628 In order for a follower of King Jesus to “pray” the King’s Agenda, he or she must first “hear” the King’s Agenda. But how does one actually hear the King’s Agenda? Listen in as Pastor Erin shares from Matthew 28:18-20 as well as several other passages just how to do that. In order for a follower of King Jesus to “pray” the King’s Agenda, he or she must first “hear” the King’s Agenda. But how does one actually hear the King’s Agenda? Listen in as Pastor Erin shares from Matthew 28:18-20 as well as several other passages jus No 235 235 The Angel’s Song – Love (Christmas Songs #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8388 https://share.transistor.fm/s/32746bed Sun, 20 Dec 2020 10:00:03 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1628 When Jesus was born, the angels declared His earthly arrival to shepherds. Inside of their short song are all the other themes of Advent - Hope, Peace, and Joy. But there is one more theme their song helps us see, and it is one of the most important themes in all of the world. Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird helps us hear about God's Love through the Angel's Song. When Jesus was born, the angels declared His earthly arrival to shepherds. Inside of their short song are all the other themes of Advent - Hope, Peace, and Joy. But there is one more theme their song helps us see, and it is one of the most important theme No 234 234 Mary’s Song – Joy (Christmas Songs #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8372 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a05b86c Sun, 13 Dec 2020 10:00:49 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2057 For many people, 2020 has been a really hard year. We’ve battled a pandemic. We’ve experienced cultural tension over politics, race, masks, and more. And some people have personally battled health issues, the loss of a job, the loss of a loved one, a broken relationship, or some type of trauma. So the idea of having “joy” this Christmas season seems like an impossibility. Yet joy is within reach. Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird shows us how we can find joy even in the most difficult circumstances by learning from Mary’s “Christmas” Song found in Luke 1:46-55. For many people, 2020 has been a really hard year. We’ve battled a pandemic. We’ve experienced cultural tension over politics, race, masks, and more. And some people have personally battled health issues, the loss of a job, the loss of a loved one, a brok No 233 233 Zechariah’s Song – Peace (Christmas Songs #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8361 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5a3ca80e Sun, 06 Dec 2020 10:00:50 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2131 Many people find themselves longing for something in life that will give them peace. It might be a longing to be married, or be a parent, or to have a certain amount of wealth, or finally get that dream home. Whatever it is, we yearn for this external person or item to bring us internal peace. And yet, it doesn’t work. Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird shows us from the Christmas Song Zechariah sings in Luke 1 where inner peace is truly found. Many people find themselves longing for something in life that will give them peace. It might be a longing to be married, or be a parent, or to have a certain amount of wealth, or finally get that dream home. Whatever it is, we yearn for this external per No 231 231 Giving Thanks in the Midst of Struggle (Church Intention #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8331 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b7d7bb3a Sun, 22 Nov 2020 10:00:02 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1208 For many people, 2020 has been a really hard year. Whether because of the pandemic, politics, loss of a loved one, or our own personal crisis, we long for this season to pass. And yet, the Bible commands us to “Give thanks in all circumstances.” How are we supposed to do that in a year like 2020? Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through the “impossibles” of 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, helping us discover how we can still give thanks in the midst of intense struggle. For many people, 2020 has been a really hard year. Whether because of the pandemic, politics, loss of a loved one, or our own personal crisis, we long for this season to pass. And yet, the Bible commands us to “Give thanks in all circumstances.” How are No 230 230 Gospel Doctrine vs. Gospel Culture (Church Intention #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8307 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a697244d Sun, 08 Nov 2020 10:00:50 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2148 Life is full of tension. If you have parents, a spouse, kids, coworkers, or classmates, you have experienced tension. But “tension” isn’t just found in relationships. You can also find it in politics, on social media, and even in church. And oftentimes, when we encounter tension, we seek to resolve it. However, some “tension” can't be resolved. In fact, there are some arenas in life where you should “intentionally” remain in “tension.” Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through one such tension that should exist within a church. Life is full of tension. If you have parents, a spouse, kids, coworkers, or classmates, you have experienced tension. But “tension” isn’t just found in relationships. You can also find it in politics, on social media, and even in church. And oftentimes, No 229 229 Fear & Anxiety full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8302 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9f7db004 Sun, 01 Nov 2020 10:00:35 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1610 Many people globally are living with fear due to the coronavirus, while many Americans are living with anxiety over the upcoming Presidential election. And this doesn't include the hard things happening in many people's lives personally that are causing stress, worry, and more. Thankfully, God's Word speaks into our fear and anxiety, helping to bring peace. Listen in as one of Riverwood's elders, Ed Pavelec, takes us to several passages in Scripture to bring encouragement during our troubled times. Many people globally are living with fear due to the coronavirus, while many Americans are living with anxiety over the upcoming Presidential election. And this doesn't include the hard things happening in many people's lives personally that are causing s No 228 228 The Fame of Jesus (Mark #23) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8273 https://share.transistor.fm/s/03ef1aba Tue, 27 Oct 2020 19:47:59 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2440 Back in His day, Jesus was a celebrity. When a person in our day and age meets a celebrity, they want a selfie, or an autograph, or even some advice. But in Mark 6:53-56, we see the people do something very different when they see Jesus - something that any Jesus-follower in 2020 should also do. What is it? Listen in to "The Fame of Jesus" to find out. Back in His day, Jesus was a celebrity. When a person in our day and age meets a celebrity, they want a selfie, or an autograph, or even some advice. But in Mark 6:53-56, we see the people do something very different when they see Jesus - something that a No 227 227 Missing the Forest for the Trees (Mark #24) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8300 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f1d0cb2e Sun, 25 Oct 2020 10:00:53 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2440 Ever had an embarrassing moment where you are holding your phone in your hand, and yet think "Wait... where is my phone?" Suddenly, you begin looking all around for your phone, checking your pockets or reaching into your purse, when about 5 seconds later you realize your foolishness. Anyone? Yeah, us neither. But other people have missed what is right in front of them, such as some of the Jewish leaders of Jesus' day. And if we are not careful, we can make a very similar mistake they made when it came to faith. So to avoid "missing the forest for the trees," listen in as Pastor Erin Bird takes us through Mark 7:1-23. Ever had an embarrassing moment where you are holding your phone in your hand, and yet think "Wait... where is my phone?" Suddenly, you begin looking all around for your phone, checking your pockets or reaching into your purse, when about 5 seconds later No 226 226 Trust I Am (Mark #22) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8239 https://share.transistor.fm/s/91f902a8 Sun, 11 Oct 2020 20:50:04 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1576 Have you ever thought you saw someone out in public only to discover it wasn’t actually them? Or perhaps you had a conversation with someone, only to later learn who they actually were. We’ve all done it, making a mistake about a person's identity. In Mark 6:45-52, we see the author give several clear clues of who Jesus truly was, but His disciples will completely miss the clues. But if you can catch these clues to Jesus’ true identity, it can help you through your most difficult times. So listen in as Pastor Erin Bird shares “Trust I Am.” Have you ever thought you saw someone out in public only to discover it wasn’t actually them? Or perhaps you had a conversation with someone, only to later learn who they actually were. We’ve all done it, making a mistake about a person's identity. In M No 225 225 Live Like Jesus, Die Like John (Mark #20) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8218 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c48e6691 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 18:26:36 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2319 Life is full of inconveniences. Whether it is having to gas up the car when you are late for a meeting, coming home after a vacation to a broken refrigerator, or taking care of a puking child at 3:00 am, life is full of inconvenient moments. But did you know love is also rarely convenient? In this message from the Gospel of Mark, Pastor Erin Bird helps us see that if a person is going to love like Jesus loved, they have to be ready to love in the inconvenient moments. Life is full of inconveniences. Whether it is having to gas up the car when you are late for a meeting, coming home after a vacation to a broken refrigerator, or taking care of a puking child at 3:00 am, life is full of inconvenient moments. But did you No 224 224 Sent by Jesus (Mark #19) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8196 https://share.transistor.fm/s/009daef9 Sun, 20 Sep 2020 18:14:04 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2507 In John 20:21, Jesus told His followers that just as His Heavenly Father sent Him to bless the world, He was sending His followers to do the same. But what does it look like for a Jesus-follower to be "sent"? Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 6:7-13, showing us eight details about what it looks like to be sent by Jesus to be a blessing. In John 20:21, Jesus told His followers that just as His Heavenly Father sent Him to bless the world, He was sending His followers to do the same. But what does it look like for a Jesus-follower to be "sent"? Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 6:7-13 No 223 223 Live Like Jesus (Mark #18) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8188 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ed6522e4 Mon, 14 Sep 2020 19:22:12 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2133 When a typical person faces doubters or haters, the natural reaction is to want to insult or hurt the person back. But is this the reaction a Jesus-follower should display? Join us as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 6:1-6 as we learn how to live like Jesus when faced with doubters, mockers, and haters. When a typical person faces doubters or haters, the natural reaction is to want to insult or hurt the person back. But is this the reaction a Jesus-follower should display? Join us as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 6:1-6 as we learn how to live No 222 222 Love Like Jesus (Mark #17) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8178 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ee2ed357 Mon, 07 Sep 2020 12:19:56 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2167 In case you haven't noticed, our world is really divided. We are arguing about masks, race, politics, and boneless chicken wings. What our world needs (besides more chicken wings!) is for Jesus-followers to step out of the arguments and begin loving people like Jesus loved people. In this week's sermon, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 5:21-42, looking at two miracles where we discover how Jesus showed love to the miracle recipients more than just giving healing. And if you follow Jesus, these are ways you are called to love as well. In case you haven't noticed, our world is really divided. We are arguing about masks, race, politics, and boneless chicken wings. What our world needs (besides more chicken wings!) is for Jesus-followers to step out of the arguments and begin loving peopl No 221 221 The Pro-Life Jesus (Mark #16) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8171 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff005b3a Mon, 31 Aug 2020 20:18:43 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2433 In our current political and cultural climate, the lives of certain people don't seem to matter. Some Republicans don't seem to think certain Democrats are worth much of anything. Some Black Lives Matters adherents don't think too highly of Trump supporters. And many Twitter users are ready to cancel anyone who doesn't agree with them 100%. In Mark 5:1-20, Pastor Erin Bird shows us that anyone who claims to be a follower of Jesus HAS to be pro-life. And not just pro-babies, but pro-human. But how are you supposed to love someone who holds the complete opposite political or philosophical as you? Listen in to learn how. In our current political and cultural climate, the lives of certain people don't seem to matter. Some Republicans don't seem to think certain Democrats are worth much of anything. Some Black Lives Matters adherents don't think too highly of Trump supporte No 220 220 (Mark #15) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8214 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2f6c7848 Sun, 23 Aug 2020 17:48:58 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1865 Launch Sermon Player Launch Sermon Player No 219 219 Parable of the Mustard Seed (Mark #14) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8154 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6fec080c Sun, 16 Aug 2020 10:00:27 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1801 Launch Sermon Player Launch Sermon Player No 218 218 The Parable of Growing Seed (Mark #13) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8144 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f9da69f3 Sun, 09 Aug 2020 10:00:33 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1895 Launch Sermon Player Launch Sermon Player No 217 217 Psalm 34 (Summer of Psalms #9) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8126 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6cba2668 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 10:00:37 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1210 Ed Pavelec, one of the elders of Riverwood Church, completes our "Summer of Psalms" sermon series with an encouraging message from . Listen in to learn how to "taste and see that the Lord is good!" Ed Pavelec, one of the elders of Riverwood Church, completes our "Summer of Psalms" sermon series with an encouraging message from . Listen in to learn how to "taste and see that the Lord is good!" No 216 216 Psalm 91 (Summer of Psalms #8) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8119 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e911fabc Sun, 26 Jul 2020 10:00:59 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1566 The world is open and exposed, yet the Lord provides us a place to hide. Ed Pavelec teaches from Psalm 91, that we are safe and secure in God's sovereign protection. Listen in! The world is open and exposed, yet the Lord provides us a place to hide. Ed Pavelec teaches from Psalm 91, that we are safe and secure in God's sovereign protection. Listen in! No 215 215 Psalm 150 (Summer of Psalms #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8096 https://share.transistor.fm/s/58e753a7 Sun, 19 Jul 2020 10:00:16 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2353 One of the Bible’s central themes is the worship of God! In this week's message, Worship Leader Jake Epley will walk us through , a praise psalm that teaches us the basics of praising God for who He is and what He’s done. One of the Bible’s central themes is the worship of God! In this week's message, Worship Leader Jake Epley will walk us through , a praise psalm that teaches us the basics of praising God for who He is and what He’s done. No 214 214 Psalm 119 (Summer of Psalms #6) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8093 https://share.transistor.fm/s/abf44b5d Sun, 12 Jul 2020 10:00:54 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2467 What does it mean to love the Bible? Guest Speaker Shane Klein teaches on , sharing perspective on the psalmist's love for God's Word and how we ought to as well! What does it mean to love the Bible? Guest Speaker Shane Klein teaches on , sharing perspective on the psalmist's love for God's Word and how we ought to as well! No 213 213 Psalm 147 (Summer of Psalms #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8088 https://share.transistor.fm/s/82820f53 Sun, 05 Jul 2020 10:00:11 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2189 Launch Sermon PlayerGuest Speaker, Shane Klein, teaches from Psalm 147 as part of our “Summer of Psalms” series. Launch Sermon PlayerGuest Speaker, Shane Klein, teaches from Psalm 147 as part of our “Summer of Psalms” series. No 212 212 Psalm 51 (Summer of Psalms #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8084 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2ad0ca52 Sun, 28 Jun 2020 14:32:08 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2071 At his lowest point, King David fell into terrible sin, was confronted by God's word through the prophet Nathan, and had to repent of his disobedience. His poignant expression of contrition in Psalm 51 can serve as a model for the Jesus-follower when he or she falls short of God's standards. Guest Speaker Jacob Tews leads this study of Psalm 51, looking in detail at its context and application for our lives. At his lowest point, King David fell into terrible sin, was confronted by God's word through the prophet Nathan, and had to repent of his disobedience. His poignant expression of contrition in Psalm 51 can serve as a model for the Jesus-follower when he o No 211 211 Ephesians 6:1-4 (Father’s Day 2020) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8091 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a0164cde Sun, 21 Jun 2020 10:00:12 -0500 riverwood riverwood 3170 These are complicated times. We live in a difficult, confusing, and often frustrating age, and more now than ever does the world desperately need households led by godly dads. Guest teacher and Minneapolis church planter Patrick Ray shares a Father's Day message from , as well as insight on #BlackLivesMatter, police reform, community well-being, and how we as Jesus-followers ought to respond in light of what the Bible teaches. These are complicated times. We live in a difficult, confusing, and often frustrating age, and more now than ever does the world desperately need households led by godly dads. Guest teacher and Minneapolis church planter Patrick Ray shares a Father's Day No 210 210 Psalm 46 (Summer of Psalms #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8072 https://share.transistor.fm/s/77e038b7 Sun, 14 Jun 2020 10:00:33 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2035 Do you ever find yourself seeking a rest from life's daily grind through things like Netflix, YouTube, disc golf, or even drinking coffee?   In this week's message, Matt Townsley walks us through which shows us that God is our protection, provider, and power.  If you a desire to seek true rest from the stressors of this world, listen in to know what it means to "be still" and know a God who loves you more than you can imagine. Do you ever find yourself seeking a rest from life's daily grind through things like Netflix, YouTube, disc golf, or even drinking coffee?   In this week's message, Matt Townsley walks us through which shows us that God is our protection, provider, and No 209 209 Psalm 42 (Summer of Psalms #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8057 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b561635d Sun, 07 Jun 2020 10:00:57 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2543 This will be our first Sunday back for in-person gatherings! While we are excited to be together again, most of us have undoubtedly been through some turbulent times. To some extent, we've all encountered loss, grief, frustration, and suffering within the span of these last few months. In this week's message, Worship Leader Jake Epley will walk us through , a lament that teaches us that in the midst of depression and discouragement, our only hope is found in God alone who truly satisfies. This will be our first Sunday back for in-person gatherings! While we are excited to be together again, most of us have undoubtedly been through some turbulent times. To some extent, we've all encountered loss, grief, frustration, and suffering within the No 208 208 Psalm 127 (Summer of Psalms #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8065 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4940fabc Sun, 31 May 2020 10:00:29 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2240 Have you ever wondered what the Bible says about work?  Is it wise to put in 40 hours and be done?  Is working overtime punishment or pleasing in the eyes of God? In this week's message, Matt Townsley walks us through showing how overconfidence and overworking can lead to an unfulfilled life.  So, if you have a desire to work at home or in the office in a way that honors God, listen in! Have you ever wondered what the Bible says about work?  Is it wise to put in 40 hours and be done?  Is working overtime punishment or pleasing in the eyes of God? In this week's message, Matt Townsley walks us through showing how overconfidence and over No 207 207 The Lamp of the Parables (Mark #12) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8062 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a7e42017 Sun, 24 May 2020 15:50:37 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1298 The parable Jesus tells in Mark 4:21-25 is often referred to as "The Parable of the Lamp." But as you'll hear in this sermon from Pastor Erin Bird, the gospel story of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus is the lamp to the parables. The parable Jesus tells in Mark 4:21-25 is often referred to as "The Parable of the Lamp." But as you'll hear in this sermon from Pastor Erin Bird, the gospel story of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus is the lamp to the parables. No 206 206 True Family (Mark #11) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8036 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e98c4176 Sun, 17 May 2020 13:42:23 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2254 In this week's passage, Jesus surprises his listeners (and us, the readers) by declaring that true family isn't the one you're physically born into, nor is it the racial group you identify with, nor is it even our best friends at work or on a sports team. Rather, Jesus declares that true family comes through the gospel. To hear more, listen in as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 3:20-35. In this week's passage, Jesus surprises his listeners (and us, the readers) by declaring that true family isn't the one you're physically born into, nor is it the racial group you identify with, nor is it even our best friends at work or on a sports team. No 205 205 The Chosen Few (Mark #10) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=8034 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6efe7184 Sun, 10 May 2020 13:30:18 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1825 We all long to be chosen. To be selected by a team, company, or that special someone feels like we have worth, and value, and are loved. So you can imagine when Jesus chose His twelve disciples, those twelve guys were on top of the world. But in truth, to be chosen by Jesus is actually very, very humbling. Why? Listen in to discover how the calling to follow Jesus is a humbling event, and yet a moment that also instills us with a very different type of confidence. We all long to be chosen. To be selected by a team, company, or that special someone feels like we have worth, and value, and are loved. So you can imagine when Jesus chose His twelve disciples, those twelve guys were on top of the world. But in truth, t No 204 204 Redefining Religion (Mark #9) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=6053 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3df19430 Sun, 03 May 2020 14:00:59 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1820 Ever thought you knew the words to a song, but it turns out you were singing it all wrong? Some of the Jewish leaders of Jesus' day thought they knew how to do thing likes fasting and observing the Sabbath, but turns out they were off the mark. In this week's message, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 2:18–3:6 showing how we are much like the ancient Jewish leaders who were off in their understanding of religion and obeying God. So if you have a desire to have a close relationship with God that isn't a burden to your soul, listen in. Ever thought you knew the words to a song, but it turns out you were singing it all wrong? Some of the Jewish leaders of Jesus' day thought they knew how to do thing likes fasting and observing the Sabbath, but turns out they were off the mark. In this No 203 203 The Faith of the Five (Mark #8) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=6044 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa2a83a7 Sun, 26 Apr 2020 13:22:24 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2107 What should a healthy church look like? And how do we trust God when He doesn't give us what we want? These are two questions that strangely get answered in a story about a healed paralytic. If you've ever asked yourself either of these two questions, listen in as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 2:1-12. What should a healthy church look like? And how do we trust God when He doesn't give us what we want? These are two questions that strangely get answered in a story about a healed paralytic. If you've ever asked yourself either of these two questions, li No 202 202 Care for the Outcast (Mark #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=6036 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a4ca5524 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 11:01:31 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1982 Too often, Americans will read a Bible story and "insert" themselves into the story. For instance, when we read the famous story about David and Goliath, we imagine ourselves as David, slaying the "giants" in our lives. But when we twist a Bible story into a personal story, we actually rob the story of having greater power in our lives. This week, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Mark 2:1-12, showing us that to insert ourselves into the story as the outcast leper cheats us of seeing something better. And what is better? Listen in to find out. Too often, Americans will read a Bible story and "insert" themselves into the story. For instance, when we read the famous story about David and Goliath, we imagine ourselves as David, slaying the "giants" in our lives. But when we twist a Bible story int No 201 201 The Authority of Jesus (Mark #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=6004 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e22f60bc Sun, 05 Apr 2020 14:27:15 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2145 In Mark 1, we see Jesus begin to become famous, but it wasn't for being rich, or for being attractive, or even for displaying talent in a sport or art form. His fame came from a display of authority. This is good news for you! Because His authority means He is with you, He cares for you, and is still in control in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird challenges us to trust God no matter what. In Mark 1, we see Jesus begin to become famous, but it wasn't for being rich, or for being attractive, or even for displaying talent in a sport or art form. His fame came from a display of authority. This is good news for you! Because His authority mean No 200 200 Repent and Believe (Mark #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=6008 https://share.transistor.fm/s/993f5085 Sun, 29 Mar 2020 15:10:51 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1858 First words matter. Whether in a speech or a job interview, your first words set the stage for what is to come. Mark strategically waited until verse 15 of his Gospel account on the life of Jesus to let us hear Jesus speak for Himself. And the first words we hear from Jesus have the potential to change your life. First words matter. Whether in a speech or a job interview, your first words set the stage for what is to come. Mark strategically waited until verse 15 of his Gospel account on the life of Jesus to let us hear Jesus speak for Himself. And the first word No 199 199 The Temptation of Jesus (Mark #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=6006 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8b2b2a3b Sun, 22 Mar 2020 14:50:46 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1859 All humans are tempted, the question is, what will you do when tempted? Even though He was fully God, Jesus was also fully human during His time on earth. So just like you, He was tempted. Through the gospel accounts of Mark and Matthew, we discover how Jesus faced temptation and managed to never give in. All humans are tempted, the question is, what will you do when tempted? Even though He was fully God, Jesus was also fully human during His time on earth. So just like you, He was tempted. Through the gospel accounts of Mark and Matthew, we discover how No 198 198 The Significance of Baptism (Mark #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5968 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9acb1db0 Sun, 15 Mar 2020 15:14:24 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1544 The Bible teaches that Jesus was without sin. And yet, we see in Mark 1 that Jesus was baptized by his cousin, John the Baptizer. Why we Jesus baptized? What was significant about this moment? And what does it mean for us in 2020? Listen in as one of Riverwood's elders, Ed Pavelecs, walks us through Mark 1:9-11. The Bible teaches that Jesus was without sin. And yet, we see in Mark 1 that Jesus was baptized by his cousin, John the Baptizer. Why we Jesus baptized? What was significant about this moment? And what does it mean for us in 2020? Listen in as one of Riv No 197 197 Prepare the Way (Mark #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5951 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d387828 Sun, 08 Mar 2020 14:18:20 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2074 This week, we begin a series studying the book of Mark, which will allow us to see the purpose and person of Jesus. If you want to learn more about Jesus, or be reminded of His awesomeness, listen in as Pastor Erin walks us through Mark 1:1-8. This week, we begin a series studying the book of Mark, which will allow us to see the purpose and person of Jesus. If you want to learn more about Jesus, or be reminded of His awesomeness, listen in as Pastor Erin walks us through Mark 1:1-8. No 196 196 Forward with Boldness (FORWARD #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5921 https://share.transistor.fm/s/15a8fee5 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 18:00:25 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1947 According to Barna, Americans pray for their family, for guidance, for health and wellness, and even to express thanks. But one thing they don't pray for - boldness. Maybe it's because we are already bold. But more likely, we don't pray for boldness because we like our lives safe and comfortable. But if Riverwood is going to be a church after God's heart, we need to take a page out of the early church's book and pray for boldness. If you are curious about what this looks like, or how one even begins to pray a "bold" prayer like this, listen in as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through a story found in Acts chapters 3 & 4. According to Barna, Americans pray for their family, for guidance, for health and wellness, and even to express thanks. But one thing they don't pray for - boldness. Maybe it's because we are already bold. But more likely, we don't pray for boldness bec No 195 195 Forward with Generosity (FORWARD #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5910 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8930897b Sun, 16 Feb 2020 13:52:58 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2761 Money. (Yep, we went there!) Why do churches seem to always talk about money? Well, we can't tell you why other churches talk about money so much. But at Riverwood, we don't talk about it as much as we probably should, but when we do, we look at not what we can get FROM you as much as what God wants FOR you. And we believe  God wants you to be generous like Him. So listen in as Pastor Erin Bird teaches from the book of Acts about the joy that can be found through generosity. Money. (Yep, we went there!) Why do churches seem to always talk about money? Well, we can't tell you why other churches talk about money so much. But at Riverwood, we don't talk about it as much as we probably should, but when we do, we look at not wha No 194 194 Forward Together (FORWARD #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5895 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1bc0cfa0 Mon, 10 Feb 2020 19:14:02 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1998 Perhaps you've heard the phrase, "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." There definitely are times in life a person needs to move fast. But for a church to go far, they MUST go together. But that proves to be especially difficult here in America, because Americans are extremely individualistic (plus, they prefer fast!). So how is a church in the midwest of the U.S. in 2019 supposed to move forward together? We let the early church as seen in Acts 2:42-47 give us some clues. If you want to learn what these clues are, listen in as Pastor Erin continues the Forward sermon series. Perhaps you've heard the phrase, "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together." There definitely are times in life a person needs to move fast. But for a church to go far, they MUST go together. But that proves to be especially No 192 192 Vision Sunday full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5872 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c58be409 Sun, 26 Jan 2020 14:35:54 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2305 We believe God has given Riverwood a very important mission, to invite the spiritually disconnected of our communities to find and follow Jesus. But are we accomplishing it? On Vision Sunday, Pastor Erin Bird helps us look back at 2019 to see how we did and did not accomplish our God-given mission, and Elder Tim Corcoran helps us look ahead to 2020 to see what might be ahead to help us continue helping people in our region find Jesus. This is a memorable Sunday in the life of Riverwood, so give this week's message a listen! We believe God has given Riverwood a very important mission, to invite the spiritually disconnected of our communities to find and follow Jesus. But are we accomplishing it? On Vision Sunday, Pastor Erin Bird helps us look back at 2019 to see how we did No 191 191 Sacrificed Everything (The Cost of Christmas #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5754 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ad3c6502 Sun, 22 Dec 2019 13:24:02 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1588 Every Christmas, churches and families will spend time looking at the stories of the various biblical characters involved in the narrative of the birth of Jesus (which we have done through this Cost of Christmas series). But there is one character that surprisingly sometimes gets overlooked: Jesus. So in this week's sermon, Pastor Erin helps us see through Philippians 2:5-11 what the first Christmas cost the Son of God. Listen in to be inspired by Jesus and challenged by what Jesus-followers are called to give-up as well. Every Christmas, churches and families will spend time looking at the stories of the various biblical characters involved in the narrative of the birth of Jesus (which we have done through this Cost of Christmas series). But there is one character that su No 190 190 Sacrificed Resources (The Cost of Christmas #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5731 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2c6c5f23 Sun, 15 Dec 2019 18:11:02 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2001 Americans love to spend a lot of money and time on Christmas. Did you know the average American will spend over $900/person and spend well over 40 hours in the month of December on Christmas related activities such as shopping, traveling, and worship services? (Yep, that's a lot!) However, if you are a follower of Jesus, God has a different plan for your money and time than just to use it all on a cultural holiday. To learn His better plan for you, listen in to part 3 of Riverwood's series "The Cost of Christmas." Americans love to spend a lot of money and time on Christmas. Did you know the average American will spend over $900/person and spend well over 40 hours in the month of December on Christmas related activities such as shopping, traveling, and worship serv No 189 189 Sacrificed Livelihood (The Cost of Christmas #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5717 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9c9c6094 Sun, 08 Dec 2019 16:10:27 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2372 The Oxford Dictionary defines livelihood as "a means of securing the necessities of life." But often times, we confuse what a "necessity of life" truly is, fooling ourselves into thinking wants are actually needs. These false "needs" keep Jesus-followers from a closer relationship with God. In week 2 of our Advent Series, Pastor Erin Bird shows us from Luke 2 the incredible risk the shepherds took that first Christmas night, and how their example can lead us to sacrifice the things we think we need in order to be happy. The Oxford Dictionary defines livelihood as "a means of securing the necessities of life." But often times, we confuse what a "necessity of life" truly is, fooling ourselves into thinking wants are actually needs. These false "needs" keep Jesus-followers No 188 188 Sacrificed Reputation (The Cost of Christmas #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5708 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4ca35e99 Sun, 01 Dec 2019 16:58:48 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2406 If someone were to ask your friends to describe you, the words your friends use would reveal your reputation. Most of us hope to have a good reputation in life. But did you know that to follow Jesus might actually cost you a good reputation? In this first message in The Cost of Christmas Advent series, Pastor Erin Bird unpacks several passages of the Bible, showing how the first Christmas cost Joseph & Mary a good reputation on earth,  yet they willingly gave it up because they believed the coming Messiah, their son Jesus, was worth it. If someone were to ask your friends to describe you, the words your friends use would reveal your reputation. Most of us hope to have a good reputation in life. But did you know that to follow Jesus might actually cost you a good reputation? In this fir No 187 187 Give Thanks (Thanksgiving 2019) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5700 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4901f63b Sun, 24 Nov 2019 15:09:07 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1217 Launch Sermon Player Launch Sermon Player No 186 186 Walk in Wisdom (How to Walk #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5687 https://share.transistor.fm/s/baeb3751 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 19:30:54 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2563 Launch Sermon PlayerEven back in John’s time, people were twisting what the Bible has to say about Jesus. Today, things haven’t changed a whole lot. Pastor Erin Bird of Riverwood Church teaches from the book of 1 and 2 John about how to walk in wisdom. Launch Sermon PlayerEven back in John’s time, people were twisting what the Bible has to say about Jesus. Today, things haven’t changed a whole lot. Pastor Erin Bird of Riverwood Church teaches from the book of 1 and 2 John about how to walk in wisdom. No 185 185 Walk in Love (How To Walk #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5673 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ed20edb5 Sun, 10 Nov 2019 13:53:58 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1274 Last week, we saw in 2 and 3 John the power and importance of truth. But if a church is only about truth, it will cease to care for people. That's why John shifts from "walk in truth" to "walk in love." But what exactly does it mean to "walk in love"? Listen in as Erin Bird helps us explore 2 & 3 John to discover the second way for us to walk. Last week, we saw in 2 and 3 John the power and importance of truth. But if a church is only about truth, it will cease to care for people. That's why John shifts from "walk in truth" to "walk in love." But what exactly does it mean to "walk in love"? L No 183 183 The Gospel and Rest (The Everyday Gospel #14) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5629 https://share.transistor.fm/s/12b442c3 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 14:27:47 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2419 This week Pastor Erin Bird teaches from the book of Hebrews about how we should use rest to see Jesus. True rest is not: - a place - a day - lack of activity Rather, true rest is - a person (Jesus) - found in the gospel This week Pastor Erin Bird teaches from the book of Hebrews about how we should use rest to see Jesus. True rest is not: - a place - a day - lack of activity Rather, true rest is - a person (Jesus) - found in the gospel No 182 182 The Gospel and Work (The Everyday Gospel #13) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5614 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e87b7477 Sun, 13 Oct 2019 21:33:51 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2559 Our culture is very work-centered. When we meet someone for the first time, we often ask, "So what do you do for a living?" If someone is in college, we ask, "What's your major and what do you hope to do with it?" But did you know the story of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection changes our approach to work? This week at Riverwood Church, Worship Leader Jake Epley teaches from the book of Colossians about The Gospel and Work. Our culture is very work-centered. When we meet someone for the first time, we often ask, "So what do you do for a living?" If someone is in college, we ask, "What's your major and what do you hope to do with it?" But did you know the story of Jesus' lif No 178 178 The Gospel and Contentment (The Everyday Gospel #12) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5555 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a9625634 Mon, 02 Sep 2019 19:58:44 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1833 Subscriptions are becoming more popular than ever before. People spend money monthly on things that they think will give them contentment. Instead of relying on worldly things for contentment, we should seek the Gospel. Pastor Erin Bird of Riverwood Church discusses how we use the Gospel to find contentment. Subscriptions are becoming more popular than ever before. People spend money monthly on things that they think will give them contentment. Instead of relying on worldly things for contentment, we should seek the Gospel. Pastor Erin Bird of Riverwood Chur No 177 177 The Gospel & Saving (The Everyday Gospel #11) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5578 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c1e51126 Sun, 25 Aug 2019 15:31:48 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2494 When it comes to saving money, most of us believe we don't have enough.  Whether we have $10 in the bank or a million, we tend to think we need more. But what if God gives you money not simply so you can keep more for yourself, but use more of it to help others? Listen in as Riverwood's teaching pastor, Erin Bird, helps us consider from 1 Timothy 6:17-19 how God desires us to use the money we would normally stash in the bank. When it comes to saving money, most of us believe we don't have enough.  Whether we have $10 in the bank or a million, we tend to think we need more. But what if God gives you money not simply so you can keep more for yourself, but use more of it to help No 176 176 The Gospel & Giving (The Everyday Gospel #10) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5339 https://share.transistor.fm/s/59d122e5 Sun, 18 Aug 2019 13:58:00 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2271 Well-known pastor Andy Stanley says that "Giving isn't about what God wants from you, it's about what God wants FOR you." Riverwood's pastor, Erin Bird, agrees. In this second message in the "Money Edition" of The Everyday Gospel, Pastor Erin shows from 2 Corinthians 9 that the financial contentment you long for comes not in a big bank account or huge pay raise, but rather through giving in six different ways. May this challenging yet inspiring message help you discover what God wants for you and your money. Well-known pastor Andy Stanley says that "Giving isn't about what God wants from you, it's about what God wants FOR you." Riverwood's pastor, Erin Bird, agrees. In this second message in the "Money Edition" of The Everyday Gospel, Pastor Erin shows from No 175 175 The Gospel and Stewardship (The Everyday Gospel #9) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5335 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d53230c0 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 18:22:51 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2083 It can be hard to earn a living and make ends meet these days. It can be even harder when God calls us to give to others out of those earnings. In this sermon, Pastor Erin uses Psalm 50 to dig into the idea of stewardship, what belongs to God and what belongs to us. He helps us understand what it means to follow Jesus and love others with our resources. It can be hard to earn a living and make ends meet these days. It can be even harder when God calls us to give to others out of those earnings. In this sermon, Pastor Erin uses Psalm 50 to dig into the idea of stewardship, what belongs to God and what bel No 174 174 The Gospel and Emotions (The Everyday Gospel #8) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5314 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6c63e007 Sun, 04 Aug 2019 14:00:53 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2677 Some people seem to believe emotions are "bad" and should not be shown. Others, on the other hand, wear their emotions on their sleeve. So which is better? Are we to downplay our emotions so they don't lead us into making a poor decision? Or do we embrace our emotions so that we can feel alive, even if those emotions hurt those around us? In this third message in the "Self Edition" of "The Everyday Gospel" series, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through a passage out of 2 Corinthians 2, showing us that while our emotions are natural, they are not to rule us. Rather, our emotions should be clarified and corrected by the Gospel and move us toward God. Some people seem to believe emotions are "bad" and should not be shown. Others, on the other hand, wear their emotions on their sleeve. So which is better? Are we to downplay our emotions so they don't lead us into making a poor decision? Or do we embrace No 173 173 The Gospel & The Past (The Everyday Gospel #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5299 https://share.transistor.fm/s/85a3a31e Mon, 29 Jul 2019 17:29:27 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2183 All of us have a past. Some of us are quite proud of the things in our past - accomplishments, relationships, or fond memories. Others of us are ashamed of our past. And some of us probably have a mixed past, one filled with both pride and shame. But have you ever stopped to consider how the gospel speaks into your past, both the good moments and the regrettable ones? In this second message in The Everyday Gospel (The Self Edition) (and part 7 overall in the series), Riverwood Partner Matt Townsley teaches from 2 Corinthians 5:10-23 to help us see how the death and resurrection of Jesus changes the way we view our past and how God can use it for the future. All of us have a past. Some of us are quite proud of the things in our past - accomplishments, relationships, or fond memories. Others of us are ashamed of our past. And some of us probably have a mixed past, one filled with both pride and shame. But hav No 172 172 Combined Outdoor Baptism Service full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5290 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c031d67a Sun, 14 Jul 2019 16:21:05 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1499 Riverwood joined Grace Baptist and Denver Baptist Churches for a combined outdoor baptism worship service and potluck. Jonathan Davis, lead pastor for Grace Baptist, taught us from Acts 10:34-43, showing us how the life of Jesus WAS the gospel, and how, through baptism, we declare the life and gospel of Jesus. Riverwood joined Grace Baptist and Denver Baptist Churches for a combined outdoor baptism worship service and potluck. Jonathan Davis, lead pastor for Grace Baptist, taught us from Acts 10:34-43, showing us how the life of Jesus WAS the gospel, and how, t No 171 171 Joy in All Circumstances (Genuine Joy #11) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5272 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c02de7e Sun, 07 Jul 2019 16:02:52 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2246 It is very important to have joy in all circumstances. But what do we do when something so tragic happens, that there seems to be nothing to be joyful about? How do we be joyful when things aren't going like we expect? This week, Pastor Erin Bird teaches why it is so import to find joy under all circumstances. It is very important to have joy in all circumstances. But what do we do when something so tragic happens, that there seems to be nothing to be joyful about? How do we be joyful when things aren't going like we expect? This week, Pastor Erin Bird teaches No 169 169 Joy in the Journey (Genuine Joy #9) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5238 https://share.transistor.fm/s/eba1bb2f Sun, 23 Jun 2019 14:36:38 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2148 All of us are on a journey. On our journey through life, we encounter difficulties, struggles, obstacles, and even our own mistakes. How do we make it through the journey of life, and to do it with joy? Ed Pavelec, one of Riverwood's elders, walks us through Philippians 3:12-4:1, showing us the encouragement the Apostle Paul gave his original readers so they might find joy in the journey. All of us are on a journey. On our journey through life, we encounter difficulties, struggles, obstacles, and even our own mistakes. How do we make it through the journey of life, and to do it with joy? Ed Pavelec, one of Riverwood's elders, walks us thro No 168 168 Joy in Christ Alone (Genuine Joy #8) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5226 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1eb9ac66 Sun, 16 Jun 2019 18:22:28 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2204 It is important to watch out for those who claim the Bible is wrong. It is also important to find joy in Christ alone. This week, Pastor Patrick Ray talks about the book of Philippians and where we should find our true joy. It is important to watch out for those who claim the Bible is wrong. It is also important to find joy in Christ alone. This week, Pastor Patrick Ray talks about the book of Philippians and where we should find our true joy. No 167 167 The Joy of Sending (Genuine Joy #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5216 https://share.transistor.fm/s/be3abbb5 Sun, 09 Jun 2019 14:45:23 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2243 Many Americans think "bigger is better," including when it comes to church. "If you have a bigger attendance, you must be a more successful church." The book of Philippians shows us you can find joy in sending others to teach the Gospel, not just keeping people in your church. Pastor Erin Bird of Riverwood Church talks about how there can sometimes be more success when you show the Gospel globally than if you just worry about how many people attend a particular church. Many Americans think "bigger is better," including when it comes to church. "If you have a bigger attendance, you must be a more successful church." The book of Philippians shows us you can find joy in sending others to teach the Gospel, not just keeping No 166 166 Joy in Obedience (Genuine Joy #6) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5191 https://share.transistor.fm/s/24361627 Sun, 02 Jun 2019 16:05:16 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2417 Some humans will hear about various dangers in life, whether smoking cigarettes, eating too much sugar, or driving a motorcycle without a helmet, and proceed to ignore them. Why? Because they believe the "rules" of life don't apply to them. Sometimes, Christians will do the same thing. They will hear the "rules" of the Bible, but think they don't apply to them. What they don't realize is that these so-called "rules" don't exist to make life miserable, rather, they exist to bring them joy. Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through Philippians 2:12-18, showing how gospel-motivated obedience can lead to genuine joy. Some humans will hear about various dangers in life, whether smoking cigarettes, eating too much sugar, or driving a motorcycle without a helmet, and proceed to ignore them. Why? Because they believe the "rules" of life don't apply to them. Sometimes, Ch No 165 165 Joy in Humility (Genuine Joy #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5189 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4fb0e83d Sun, 26 May 2019 15:49:10 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1970 Want to know the secret to great relationships? Believe it or not, the book of Philippians holds the secret. So if you long for great relationships at home, work, school, or church, this message from Pastor Erin Bird as part of our Genuine Joy series will give you the inside scoop. Want to know the secret to great relationships? Believe it or not, the book of Philippians holds the secret. So if you long for great relationships at home, work, school, or church, this message from Pastor Erin Bird as part of our Genuine Joy series will No 162 162 Joy in Jesus (Genuine Joy #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=5142 https://share.transistor.fm/s/73160435 Sun, 28 Apr 2019 14:05:38 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2634 This week, we kick off a study of the New Testament book of Philippians by looking at Acts 16. Listen in to meet the first three people who helped start the church in the ancient city of Philippi when they decided to follow Jesus. This week, we kick off a study of the New Testament book of Philippians by looking at Acts 16. Listen in to meet the first three people who helped start the church in the ancient city of Philippi when they decided to follow Jesus. No 153 153 The Gospel & Sex (The Everyday Gospel #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4965 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2e9c7c9a Sun, 10 Feb 2019 14:14:04 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2648 For many people, there is a strong sexual desire that leads them to engage in sexual activities that traditional Judeo-Christian teaching says is wrong. But what does the Bible really say about sex? And does God actually care about how we use our bodies for sexual pleasure? In this second message of The Everyday Gospel series, Pastor Erin Bird sensitively tackles the tough topic of sex, showing from a Biblical perspective why God has a right to tell humans what they should and should not do with their bodies. Because it turns out the gospel story of Jesus' death on a cross even affects what happens between the sheets. For many people, there is a strong sexual desire that leads them to engage in sexual activities that traditional Judeo-Christian teaching says is wrong. But what does the Bible really say about sex? And does God actually care about how we use our bodies f No 152 152 The Gospel & Marriage (The Everyday Gospel #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4955 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c1719f64 Mon, 04 Feb 2019 22:06:43 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2604 In 2019, the Riverwood family will be looking at how the Gospel affects multiple areas of life. We will look at how the life & death of Jesus affects our view of self, our view of money, and our view of time. But before we get to any of that, we will be looking at how the Gospel affects our relationships. And in this first week of the series, Riverwood's Teaching Pastor, Erin Bird, tackles the topic of marriage. In 2019, the Riverwood family will be looking at how the Gospel affects multiple areas of life. We will look at how the life & death of Jesus affects our view of self, our view of money, and our view of time. But before we get to any of that, we will No 151 151 Sharing the Gospel with Joy and Confidence full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4946 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b3cc9c21 Sun, 27 Jan 2019 15:52:25 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2217 Most people naturally share that which pleases them. We typically don't hesitate to share about a movie we enjoyed, or a great new restaurant we visited. Guest teacher and Riverwood "missionary" Patrick Ray, a church planter from North Minneapolis, shows us from John 1 that when people met Jesus, they got excited and couldn't help but tell others. If you are a Jesus-follower, may this message inspire you to find joy in Jesus, so you, too, can share Him with confidence. Most people naturally share that which pleases them. We typically don't hesitate to share about a movie we enjoyed, or a great new restaurant we visited. Guest teacher and Riverwood "missionary" Patrick Ray, a church planter from North Minneapolis, shows No 150 150 Lord, Send Me (Dangerous Prayers #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4940 https://share.transistor.fm/s/444567e8 Sun, 20 Jan 2019 15:23:07 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2344 Just as the decorations at a party can serve as clues as to what type of party you are at, the Bible is filled with clues that God has established a theme in life of sending people to bless others. In this final message in the "Dangerous Prayers" series, Pastor Erin Bird shows us God's sending theme by taking us through multiple passages of the Scripture, inspiring Jesus-followers to pray "Lord, Send Me." Are you ready surrender everything to God and let Him send you to bless others? Just as the decorations at a party can serve as clues as to what type of party you are at, the Bible is filled with clues that God has established a theme in life of sending people to bless others. In this final message in the "Dangerous Prayers" series, No 149 149 Lord, Break Me (Dangerous Prayers #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4933 https://share.transistor.fm/s/14fb4437 Sun, 13 Jan 2019 13:37:31 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2194 If you've ever been lost, whether while hiking or driving, you know that sometimes in order to go forward, you have to first go back. In our spiritual lives, sometimes in order to go forward in our faith, we need to go back in a sense, to allow God to break us, to remove some things in our lives, such as selfishness or sinful patterns, so that He can mold and shape us into who He sees us to be. In this second part of our "Dangerous Prayers" series, Pastor Erin Bird shares through Jeremiah 18:1-6 as well as through his own life story, how painful the breaking process can be, but also how necessary it can be. If you are the type of person who wants to follow Jesus closely, listen in to "Lord, Break Me." If you've ever been lost, whether while hiking or driving, you know that sometimes in order to go forward, you have to first go back. In our spiritual lives, sometimes in order to go forward in our faith, we need to go back in a sense, to allow God to br No 148 148 Lord, Search Me (Dangerous Prayers #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4924 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b38813d2 Sun, 06 Jan 2019 14:09:16 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2014 A dangerous prayer isn't one that asks God to put you in dangerous situations. A "dangerous" prayer is a bold prayer, a prayer that completely surrenders your life to God. A dangerous prayer isn't about ruining your life, but if God answers it, your dangerous prayer will upend your life. In this series, we will look at three dangerous prayers. In the last week, we will pray "Lord, Send Me." But before a Jesus-follower can be sent, they need to be surrendered. And so in the second week, we will pray "Lord, Break Me." But that is a scary prayer! And so this week, to prepare our hearts to be lovingly broken, we look at David's prayer "Lord, Search Me." A dangerous prayer isn't one that asks God to put you in dangerous situations. A "dangerous" prayer is a bold prayer, a prayer that completely surrenders your life to God. A dangerous prayer isn't about ruining your life, but if God answers it, your dange No 147 147 Jesus Our Great High Priest full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4920 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2e7e9f3f Sun, 30 Dec 2018 13:40:06 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2250 Have you ever had a chance to meet someone famous? If so, perhaps you were at a loss for words, or perhaps said something silly, or embarrassed yourself by acting differently than you normally do. But what would it be like to meet Jesus? Listen in as guest teacher, Shane Klein, walks us through Hebrews 4:14-16, seeing Jesus as our Great High Priest. Have you ever had a chance to meet someone famous? If so, perhaps you were at a loss for words, or perhaps said something silly, or embarrassed yourself by acting differently than you normally do. But what would it be like to meet Jesus? Listen in as gu No 146 146 Prince of Peace (A Son is Given #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4912 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c6a9fe4 Sun, 23 Dec 2018 15:21:00 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2173 We all long for peace. From birth to death to multiple points in-between, we long for calm in the midst of the chaos of life. But all of our attempts to find peace usually end up temporary and ineffective. How do we find true lasting peace? In this final message in the Advent series A Son is Given, Pastor Erin Bird shows from Colossians 1:19-20 why Jesus was given the name "Prince of Peace" more than 700 years before He arrived that first Christmas Day, and how you can find a peace that surpasses understanding. We all long for peace. From birth to death to multiple points in-between, we long for calm in the midst of the chaos of life. But all of our attempts to find peace usually end up temporary and ineffective. How do we find true lasting peace? In this fina No 145 145 Everlasting Father (A Son is Given #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4902 https://share.transistor.fm/s/80c111e7 Sun, 16 Dec 2018 17:21:47 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2199 Dads make a huge difference in our lives. Their presence or absence affects us far more deeply than we may realize. The love of a good daddy can make all the difference. Did you know that Jesus displays love like a perfect dad? Listen in to this third message in the Advent series A Son is Given to discover why Isaiah called Jesus "Everlasting Father." Dads make a huge difference in our lives. Their presence or absence affects us far more deeply than we may realize. The love of a good daddy can make all the difference. Did you know that Jesus displays love like a perfect dad? Listen in to this third me No 144 144 Mighty God (A Son is Given #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4886 https://share.transistor.fm/s/52fd2f22 Sun, 09 Dec 2018 15:53:12 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2114 Have you ever had an initial impression of someone only to discover you were totally wrong? You might have made a wrong assumption about their age, education level, or importance at work. Throughout history, large swaths of humanity have made the same mistake about Jesus. They have thought of him as just another human, or a wise sage, or even a great prophet from God. But those assessments are WAY off. Listen in to this second message in the A Son is Given Advent series to be reminder or even to discover that Jesus isn't just a great human, but rather the Mighty God. Have you ever had an initial impression of someone only to discover you were totally wrong? You might have made a wrong assumption about their age, education level, or importance at work. Throughout history, large swaths of humanity have made the same mi No 143 143 Wonderful Counselor (A Son is Given #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4881 https://share.transistor.fm/s/13adc4ad Sun, 02 Dec 2018 14:10:59 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2498 If you've ever found yourself in need of some advice or insight, because you were unsure of what to do, what you needed at that moment was a counselor. Approximately 700 years before Jesus was born, Isaiah the prophet called Jesus a "Wonderful Counselor." Listen in as Riverwood's teaching pastor, Erin Bird, explains how to seek after Jesus to be your "Wonderful Counselor" during Advent and beyond. If you've ever found yourself in need of some advice or insight, because you were unsure of what to do, what you needed at that moment was a counselor. Approximately 700 years before Jesus was born, Isaiah the prophet called Jesus a "Wonderful Counselor." No 142 142 Supplication (ACTS of Prayer #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4870 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7b31d942 Sun, 25 Nov 2018 15:38:35 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1589 If you are like most people, you don't want to be seen as a bothersome pest, whether at work, home, or in your relationship with God. And yet, Jesus invites His followers to persist in prayer, almost to the point of seeming like a spiritual pest to God. In this last message in the ACTS of Prayer sermon series, Pastor Erin Bird helps us see why persistent prayer isn't bothersome to God, but rather honoring and glorifying. So listen in to learn the importance and power of proper supplication. If you are like most people, you don't want to be seen as a bothersome pest, whether at work, home, or in your relationship with God. And yet, Jesus invites His followers to persist in prayer, almost to the point of seeming like a spiritual pest to God. No 141 141 Thanksgiving (ACTS of Prayer #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4865 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3c350268 Sun, 18 Nov 2018 14:49:25 -0600 riverwood riverwood 525 It's that time of year - Thanksgiving! In this devotional message, Luke Anderson (one of Riverwood's Elders)† teaches through Psalm 100 on why we should give thanks, to whom we give thanks, and how we might express our thanksgiving.  It's that time of year - Thanksgiving! In this devotional message, Luke Anderson (one of Riverwood's Elders)† teaches through Psalm 100 on why we should give thanks, to whom we give thanks, and how we might express our thanksgiving.  No 140 140 Confession (ACTS of Prayer #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4857 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3ce4e74a Sun, 11 Nov 2018 13:21:43 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2047 Have you ever had a problem in life that, in the moment, seemed overwhelming, but years later, as you look back at that moment, you realize it wasn't that huge of a deal? That's perspective. In this second message in the ACTS of Prayer series, Pastor Erin Bird helps us see how the letter A (Adoration) in the ACTS model of prayer gives us perspective. And that perspective leads us to the letter C - Confession. And Confession leads us to connecting deeper with our Creator. Have you ever had a problem in life that, in the moment, seemed overwhelming, but years later, as you look back at that moment, you realize it wasn't that huge of a deal? That's perspective. In this second message in the ACTS of Prayer series, Pastor Er No 139 139 Adoration (ACTS of Prayer #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4848 https://share.transistor.fm/s/47940bbc Sun, 04 Nov 2018 15:24:38 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2112 For many people, prayer is awkward, hard, confusing, or boring. Recognizing this, Pastor Erin Bird is using the month of November to teach the Riverwood family about the ACTS model of Prayer in an effort to help us connect with God. And in this first message, he takes us to Psalm 34 to tackle the topic of Adoration. For many people, prayer is awkward, hard, confusing, or boring. Recognizing this, Pastor Erin Bird is using the month of November to teach the Riverwood family about the ACTS model of Prayer in an effort to help us connect with God. And in this first mess No 138 138 The Circle of Love (1 John #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4836 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6d40d031 Mon, 29 Oct 2018 21:56:14 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2477 The Lion King had the "Circle of Life," but the True King invites you into the "Circle of Love." What is this circle? Listen in to find out, and learn how it can radically change your life and relationships. The Lion King had the "Circle of Life," but the True King invites you into the "Circle of Love." What is this circle? Listen in to find out, and learn how it can radically change your life and relationships. No 137 137 True Love (1 John #6) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4827 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3f5ac800 Sun, 21 Oct 2018 14:36:20 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2115 Our American culture LOVES to talk about love. But do we truly understand what true love is and what we are supposed to do with it? In this sixth message in the 1 John series, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through one of the most famous passages from the book of 1 John, and helps us see not only God's intense love for us, but what He wants us to do with that love. Our American culture LOVES to talk about love. But do we truly understand what true love is and what we are supposed to do with it? In this sixth message in the 1 John series, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through one of the most famous passages from the boo No 136 136 Act Like a Child (1 John #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4816 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6a78f940 Sun, 14 Oct 2018 13:38:34 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1835 Just as a dolphin is designed to swim and an eagle is designed to soar, all Jesus-followers are designed to do something. But the only way a Jesus-follower can do this one thing is to understand who they are as part of God's family. So if you are a Jesus-follower, listen in. And if you are NOT a Jesus-follower, listen in as well to know what it is God will expect of you if you do become a follower of Jesus. Just as a dolphin is designed to swim and an eagle is designed to soar, all Jesus-followers are designed to do something. But the only way a Jesus-follower can do this one thing is to understand who they are as part of God's family. So if you are a Jesus No 135 135 Beware the Antichrist (1 John #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4808 https://share.transistor.fm/s/294327ee Sun, 07 Oct 2018 17:00:37 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2193 The famed "bad guy" of the end times is supposed to be "the Antichrist." But who is this "man of lawlessness"? And when will he show up - or has he already appeared? In this week's non-scary message from 1 John, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through the end of chapter two and beginning of chapter 4, looking at what the Antichrist values, and how Jesus-followers can be sure to not fall for anti-christ teaching. The famed "bad guy" of the end times is supposed to be "the Antichrist." But who is this "man of lawlessness"? And when will he show up - or has he already appeared? In this week's non-scary message from 1 John, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through the end No 134 134 Being with Jesus full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4796 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8fb421d4 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 13:59:17 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2204 As part of our Celebration Sunday, guest teacher Bob Westfall taught from Colossians 1:24-29, reminding Riverwood's new elders (and all of us) that "Being precedes Doing." Listen in to this fantastic message that will encourage you to just "be with Jesus." As part of our Celebration Sunday, guest teacher Bob Westfall taught from Colossians 1:24-29, reminding Riverwood's new elders (and all of us) that "Being precedes Doing." Listen in to this fantastic message that will encourage you to just "be with Jesus. No 133 133 A New Old Commandment (1 John #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4787 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1fb99225 Sun, 23 Sep 2018 14:29:21 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1867 To become an expert on a particular subject, you have to study it in detail. This type of study requires you to hear and read the same material repeatedly until you practically have the subject memorized. And when you have the subject memorized, it becomes a part of you, affecting the way you think and what you talk about, making you an expert. If you are a follower of Jesus, what if the subject you knew in and out was the gospel? What kind of effect would that have on your life? More importantly, what kind of effect would that have on the lives of those around you? Listen in to this third part in the 1 John series with Pastor Erin has he talks about how to fulfill the "New Old Commandment" in 1 John 2:3-17. To become an expert on a particular subject, you have to study it in detail. This type of study requires you to hear and read the same material repeatedly until you practically have the subject memorized. And when you have the subject memorized, it become No 132 132 The Light Path out of Hypocrisy (1 John #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4780 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e245de0d Sun, 16 Sep 2018 15:33:13 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1752 To be human means to be a hypocrite. And that's a problem, because hypocrisy is a sin, and sin cannot be in the presence of a perfect holy God. So what is a human to do? In this week's message, we look at the challenging yet encouraging words written by the Apostle John so long ago that let us know we do not need to be trapped in the darkness of our sin and hypocrisy. To be human means to be a hypocrite. And that's a problem, because hypocrisy is a sin, and sin cannot be in the presence of a perfect holy God. So what is a human to do? In this week's message, we look at the challenging yet encouraging words written by t No 131 131 It’s All About Jesus (1 John #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4771 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7792c023 Sun, 09 Sep 2018 15:58:05 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2295 As humans, we long to be accepted by others. We want to connect with people through the things we enjoy, whether a favorite hobby, sports team, musician, movie, or something else. Because we find meaningful connection through these things, we often make them the most important things in life. But what if God has something else for you that can lead to meaningful connection with humans AND with Him? As humans, we long to be accepted by others. We want to connect with people through the things we enjoy, whether a favorite hobby, sports team, musician, movie, or something else. Because we find meaningful connection through these things, we often make No 130 130 The Greatest Struggle of the Christian Life (Grow in Groups #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4760 https://share.transistor.fm/s/19a03d5c Sun, 02 Sep 2018 15:40:37 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2394 If someone asked you, "What's your greatest struggle?" you might be tempted to respond something like "gossip," or "lust," or "overeating," or "spending too much money," or something else. No matter what your answer, though, THAT is not your greatest struggle. To learn what your greatest struggle actually is, listen in to guest teacher Patrick Ray, who explains from Hebrews 10:11-14 what our biggest struggle actually is, and how being part of something like a Growth Group can help you radically overcome that struggle. If someone asked you, "What's your greatest struggle?" you might be tempted to respond something like "gossip," or "lust," or "overeating," or "spending too much money," or something else. No matter what your answer, though, THAT is not your greatest stru No 129 129 The Call to Groups full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4746 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a290e3c Sun, 26 Aug 2018 13:44:04 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2424 In America, we are quite independent as people, and many Jesus-followers bring this same independence into their spiritual growth. However, the writer of the biblical book of Hebrews encourages Jesus-followers to NOT go it alone in their pursuit of Christlikeness. In this first message in the two-week "Grow in Groups" series, guest teacher Andrew Boone unpacks Hebrews 10:19-25, showing God's call to all Jesus-followers to make Jesus-centered relationships an intentional part of their spiritual growth. In America, we are quite independent as people, and many Jesus-followers bring this same independence into their spiritual growth. However, the writer of the biblical book of Hebrews encourages Jesus-followers to NOT go it alone in their pursuit of Christ No 128 128 What Elders Do (Elders #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4739 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c3419cf5 Sun, 19 Aug 2018 15:30:36 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1995 There's a lot of confusion about what a church elder is expected to do. Do they manage budgets? Do they oversee the pastor and staff? Do they manage the projects of the church, or oversee the administrative details, or simply control all the happenings of the church? In this third and final message in the Elders series, Pastor Erin Bird helps us answer the question "What is an elder supposed to actually do?" by looking at 1 Peter 5:1-5. There's a lot of confusion about what a church elder is expected to do. Do they manage budgets? Do they oversee the pastor and staff? Do they manage the projects of the church, or oversee the administrative details, or simply control all the happenings of No 127 127 Who are Elders (Elders #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4728 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a9cb3018 Sun, 12 Aug 2018 13:29:16 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2794 Last Sunday, we heard why a church would want elders to lead them. But who should these elders be? The most outspoken guy in the church? The bank president who has proven to be a success and great manager? The lady who has been a part of the church the longest or served on every other committee? In this week's message, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through the qualifications the Apostle Paul gave to Titus about who would make a great elder for a church. Last Sunday, we heard why a church would want elders to lead them. But who should these elders be? The most outspoken guy in the church? The bank president who has proven to be a success and great manager? The lady who has been a part of the church the lo No 126 126 Why Elders? (Elders #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4721 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bcc7ce4e Sun, 05 Aug 2018 16:19:53 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2635 There are SO many types of church governance out there in Christendom: deacons, councils, boards, dictatorships, church staffs, and more. So why is Riverwood choosing to move to an elder form of leadership? In this first message in a three part series, Pastor Erin Bird explains why he believes Riverwood will benefit from installing elders to help continue the mission of inviting the spiritually disconnected to find and follow Jesus. There are SO many types of church governance out there in Christendom: deacons, councils, boards, dictatorships, church staffs, and more. So why is Riverwood choosing to move to an elder form of leadership? In this first message in a three part series, P No 125 125 Perseverance (Disciplined #8) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4709 https://share.transistor.fm/s/64384acb Sun, 29 Jul 2018 14:24:39 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1520 For many Jesus-followers, engagement with the spiritual disciplines can be tiring, frustrating, and difficult. Whether it is prayer, Bible reading, fasting, or something else, they find themselves drifting toward comfort and disengagement, eventually quitting the spiritual discipline altogether. But what if your best days are found on the other side of your spiritual funk? In this final message in the Disciplined series, Pastor Erin Bird teaches from James 1:2-4 about the power of perseverance, and how your greatest days and spiritual maturity will be found through the struggle of the disciplines. For many Jesus-followers, engagement with the spiritual disciplines can be tiring, frustrating, and difficult. Whether it is prayer, Bible reading, fasting, or something else, they find themselves drifting toward comfort and disengagement, eventually quit No 124 124 Sacrifice (Disciplined #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4691 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4011ca48 Sun, 15 Jul 2018 14:14:36 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2306 No one accidentally wins an Olympic gold medal. It takes tremendous work and sacrifice to obtain something of such incredible worth. Likewise, to grow to love like Jesus loved and live like Jesus lived often requires great sacrifice. In this seventh part of the Disciplined, Pastor Erin Bird teaches from two parables the Jesus told to show the power of sacrifice. If you want to have an amazing relationship with God, listen in for how you can grow spiritually through three different disciplines of sacrifice. No one accidentally wins an Olympic gold medal. It takes tremendous work and sacrifice to obtain something of such incredible worth. Likewise, to grow to love like Jesus loved and live like Jesus lived often requires great sacrifice. In this seventh part No 123 123 Generosity (Disciplined #6) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4672 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a1b7d320 Sun, 08 Jul 2018 14:01:15 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2489 Money. Yep, we're going there. The topic of finances is quite the sticky topic to discuss in church. And yet, if you want to love like Jesus loved and live like Jesus lived, you have to wrestle with the topic. In this sixth part of the Disciplined series, Jacob Tews helps Jesus-followers see the beauty of living generously, particularly when it comes to the area of finances. So listen in to be challenged and inspired to enter into the spiritual discipline of giving. Money. Yep, we're going there. The topic of finances is quite the sticky topic to discuss in church. And yet, if you want to love like Jesus loved and live like Jesus lived, you have to wrestle with the topic. In this sixth part of the Disciplined serie No 122 122 Serving (Disciplined #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4665 https://share.transistor.fm/s/75e030a0 Sun, 01 Jul 2018 13:48:46 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2027 If you were to ask a random Christian to name some spiritual disciplines, "serving" would probably not be one of the first disciplines listed, if at all. And yet serving is an incredibly important discipline because it helps to change our selfish hearts. So listen in to learn how the discipline of serving can help you grow spiritually, as well as learn who you are to serve. If you were to ask a random Christian to name some spiritual disciplines, "serving" would probably not be one of the first disciplines listed, if at all. And yet serving is an incredibly important discipline because it helps to change our selfish hearts. No 121 121 Prayer (Disciplined #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4658 https://share.transistor.fm/s/14aab3e3 Tue, 26 Jun 2018 10:47:38 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2420 Ever felt like prayer is boring? Or have you felt like you couldn't pray because of sin in your life and/or past? Or maybe you're simply afraid to pray because it has just been so long since you've tried to talk with God and you fear He might be a bit upset that you've been ignoring Him? In this masterful sermon on the spiritual discipline of prayer, guest teacher Patrick Ray walks us through Romans 8, showing us why we shouldn't let shame or fear or boredom keep us from this God-given gift called prayer. So if you want to grow in your conversations with God, listen in to this fourth part of the Disciplined series. Ever felt like prayer is boring? Or have you felt like you couldn't pray because of sin in your life and/or past? Or maybe you're simply afraid to pray because it has just been so long since you've tried to talk with God and you fear He might be a bit ups No 120 120 Worship (Disciplined #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4648 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5ec3466b Sun, 17 Jun 2018 15:23:16 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2010 You may not realize it, but you are almost always worshipping. The question is: who or what are you worshipping? In this third part of the Discipled series, we look at how easily we worship the things of this earth instead of the One who made the earth, and how to go about changing that. So listen in if you want to grow as a worshipper of God. You may not realize it, but you are almost always worshipping. The question is: who or what are you worshipping? In this third part of the Discipled series, we look at how easily we worship the things of this earth instead of the One who made the earth, No 119 119 Community (Disciplined #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4632 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6e04c962 Sun, 10 Jun 2018 13:24:19 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2501 Relationships are hard. Hang out with someone long enough, and you will inevitably get hurt, whether through their words or actions. And when we get hurt, we often want to pull away from the relationship. However, humans were created as relational creatures. So we want to be in relationship, and yet we get hurt by those relationships. So how do we live in this tension? Listen in to learn how to allow the spiritual discipline of community help you grow to be more like Jesus. Relationships are hard. Hang out with someone long enough, and you will inevitably get hurt, whether through their words or actions. And when we get hurt, we often want to pull away from the relationship. However, humans were created as relational creatu No 118 118 Scripture (Disciplined #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4623 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6e7c334f Tue, 05 Jun 2018 09:06:07 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2370 For the summer of 2018, Riverwood Church is taking a look at the topic of spiritual disciplines. Over 9 weeks, the Riverwood family will look at nine different disciplines Jesus-followers can engage in. However, there is a danger to this topic. In this opening message in the Disciplined series, Pastor Erin Bird helps us learn what the inherent danger is with spiritual disciplines, how to avoid this danger, and the reason Scriptural intake is a foundational discipline for those who want to grow spiritually and follow Jesus. For the summer of 2018, Riverwood Church is taking a look at the topic of spiritual disciplines. Over 9 weeks, the Riverwood family will look at nine different disciplines Jesus-followers can engage in. However, there is a danger to this topic. In this o No 117 117 Sacrifice & Jesus (& Jesus #8) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4615 https://share.transistor.fm/s/656ceb61 Sun, 27 May 2018 14:44:32 -0500 riverwood riverwood 3159 What should a church family really look like? How should a church family operate? What should a Jesus-follower be willing to give up for the sake of others within the church family? In this final message in the "& Jesus" series, guest teacher Andrew Boone takes us to Romans 15 to challenge Jesus-followers to critically think about how they are to live within a church family. Listen in to this encouraging & challenging message that all Jesus-followers need to hear. What should a church family really look like? How should a church family operate? What should a Jesus-follower be willing to give up for the sake of others within the church family? In this final message in the "& Jesus" series, guest teacher Andrew No 116 116 Conscience & Jesus (& Jesus #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4607 https://share.transistor.fm/s/eb7a4100 Sun, 20 May 2018 13:35:07 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2504 When it comes to the role of conscience in the Christian faith, things can get a bit sticky. The conscience of one Jesus-followers allows him to enjoy a beer while the conscience of another Jesus-follower won't let her even walk into a bar. Does this mean God is unfair? Or that one of the Jesus-followers is wrong in his or her conviction? Join us as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through this difficult issue by studying Romans chapter 14. When it comes to the role of conscience in the Christian faith, things can get a bit sticky. The conscience of one Jesus-followers allows him to enjoy a beer while the conscience of another Jesus-follower won't let her even walk into a bar. Does this mean No 115 115 Pleasure & Jesus (& Jesus #6) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4600 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a84f429f Mon, 14 May 2018 14:40:11 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2366 Oftentimes, when a person feels stressed or uncomfortable in life, he or she will seek out pleasure to bring some relief. But sometimes, the pleasure they seek keeps them from the life they truly want. In this sixth part of the & Jesus sermon series, Pastor Erin Bird walks through Romans 13:11-14, which shows Jesus-followers that life on this earth is not the time to fill up with as much pleasure as one can get. Rather, it's time for something far more meaningful and important. Listen in as we look at the topic of "Pleasure & Jesus." Oftentimes, when a person feels stressed or uncomfortable in life, he or she will seek out pleasure to bring some relief. But sometimes, the pleasure they seek keeps them from the life they truly want. In this sixth part of the & Jesus sermon series, No 114 114 Government & Jesus (& Jesus #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4590 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e6ab7c1f Sun, 06 May 2018 14:30:47 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2071 Most people see the government as a bureaucratic nightmare that is focused on getting and keeping power. How should a Jesus-follower respond to the government, especially when government leaders make decisions that a Jesus-follower might disagree with. The answer might surprise you. Listen in as we learn from Romans 13 how a follower of Jesus should approach his country's government. Most people see the government as a bureaucratic nightmare that is focused on getting and keeping power. How should a Jesus-follower respond to the government, especially when government leaders make decisions that a Jesus-follower might disagree with. T No 113 113 Marriage & Jesus (& Jesus #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4576 https://share.transistor.fm/s/28b4b0fc Sun, 29 Apr 2018 14:33:01 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2372 Many people within our American culture think of marriage as an emotional and sexual prison. Why else do 41% of all marriage experience emotional and/or physical infidelity? And why else would 74% of men and 68% of women be willing to have an affair if they knew they wouldn't get caught? Clearly, marriage is viewed by many as a shackle. But rather than be a jail that keeps us from joy, what if God designed marriage to not only fill us with joy, but to help us become more like Jesus? Whether you are married or not, learn how God designed for husbands and wives to operate within marriage. Many people within our American culture think of marriage as an emotional and sexual prison. Why else do 41% of all marriage experience emotional and/or physical infidelity? And why else would 74% of men and 68% of women be willing to have an affair if th No 112 112 Kids & Jesus (& Jesus #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4568 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b4ad63e2 Sun, 22 Apr 2018 13:41:47 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1704 In our modern American culture, some people view kids as trouble, or annoying, or just something to be ignored. But have you ever considered how God views kids? In this third message in the & Jesus series, teaching pastor Erin Bird shows us from Romans 12 and Ephesians 6 why we need to love and honor kids if we are going to be followers of Jesus. In our modern American culture, some people view kids as trouble, or annoying, or just something to be ignored. But have you ever considered how God views kids? In this third message in the & Jesus series, teaching pastor Erin Bird shows us from Roma No 111 111 Relationships & Jesus (& Jesus #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4535 https://share.transistor.fm/s/da4df0b8 Sun, 15 Apr 2018 14:57:05 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1888 The story of Batman isn't just a comic book story or a super hero story. It is actually a revenge story. It is a story about Bruce Wayne getting revenge upon crime for taking his parents from him when he was a kid. Living inside of you is an inner Batman - a character that wants revenge whenever something or someone is taken from you. This inner Batman makes us feel strong, but he actually robs us of having amazing, healthy relationships. If you want to have the type of relationships that you dream about, then your inner Batman has to die. In this second part in the & Jesus series, our teaching pastor, Erin Bird, walks us through Romans 12:9-21, showing us how to help our inner Batman die so the image of Jesus can rise within us. The story of Batman isn't just a comic book story or a super hero story. It is actually a revenge story. It is a story about Bruce Wayne getting revenge upon crime for taking his parents from him when he was a kid. Living inside of you is an inner Batman No 110 110 Your FIST & Jesus (& Jesus #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4520 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f37bcf90 Mon, 09 Apr 2018 14:47:08 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2556 Have you ever had to make a decision that those around you thought was absolutely crazy, but you knew beyond a shadow of doubt was the right thing to do? Some times, that's what it looks like to follow Jesus. An unbelieving world thinks a Jesus-follower is nuts for some of the things he or she believes God is calling them to do. How does a Jesus-follower make these difficult decisions in the face of such questioning? Listen in to this first part in our & Jesus sermon series from Romans chapter 12 as Pastor Erin Bird helps you answer that question, whether you are a follower of Jesus or not. Have you ever had to make a decision that those around you thought was absolutely crazy, but you knew beyond a shadow of doubt was the right thing to do? Some times, that's what it looks like to follow Jesus. An unbelieving world thinks a Jesus-follower i No 109 109 Glorious Day (Easter 2018) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4502 https://share.transistor.fm/s/55b9d56c Mon, 02 Apr 2018 15:05:34 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2158 Many people in our American society are familiar with the Easter story, even those who don't go to church. But do these miraculous events from over two-thousand years ago mean anything for people living in 2018? In this Easter message entitled Glorious Day, Pastor Erin Bird shows how the physical resurrection of Jesus points to a spiritual resurrection that God wants to do within you, changing you at your core. Many people in our American society are familiar with the Easter story, even those who don't go to church. But do these miraculous events from over two-thousand years ago mean anything for people living in 2018? In this Easter message entitled Glorious D No 108 108 Motivated by Jesus (Following Jesus #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4497 https://share.transistor.fm/s/647eb3a3 Sun, 25 Mar 2018 16:59:52 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1989 Most people in life spend their time trying to be happy. They selfishly focus on whatever they believe will make life easier, more pleasurable, or more memorable. But then there a few people who seem to devote the majority of their time to helping others. They are incredibly Unselfish. How do they do it? By having a shift in their motivation. In this message, Riverwood's teaching pastor, Erin Bird, walks us through Colossians 3:1-17, helping us see how to make a shift in motivation in our spiritual lives that will help us not fall into a pit of selfishness, but a life filled with compassion, love, and peace. Most people in life spend their time trying to be happy. They selfishly focus on whatever they believe will make life easier, more pleasurable, or more memorable. But then there a few people who seem to devote the majority of their time to helping others No 107 107 Continue with Jesus (Following Jesus #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4488 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8a0e9200 Sun, 18 Mar 2018 15:24:55 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2373 It is very natural for humans to think that in order to achieve a certain level of holiness, they have to "earn" it. Whether it be through classes, practices, or upholding certain traditions, they believe they have to jump through certain hoops in order to be "saved" or to please God. But as Erin Bird, teaching pastor for Riverwood, shows us from the book of Colossians, what we need isn't to add classes or religious practices in order to make God happy - rather, we just need to continue with Jesus. So no matter where you are at in your spiritual journey, listen in to learn how you can love like Jesus loved and live like Jesus lived. It is very natural for humans to think that in order to achieve a certain level of holiness, they have to "earn" it. Whether it be through classes, practices, or upholding certain traditions, they believe they have to jump through certain hoops in order t No 106 106 Keep Your Eyes on Jesus (Following Jesus #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4471 https://share.transistor.fm/s/14726d9a Sun, 11 Mar 2018 16:07:31 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2325 Have you ever seen those videos of people texting on their phones while walking who end up running into a sign, or into a pond, or even into a wall? They are so distracted by their phones, they miss what is around them. In the book of Colossians, the Apostle Paul didn't want his readers to spiritually walk into "walls" by getting distracted by the things of life. So to protect them, he helps them by telling them to keep their eyes on Jesus. If you are a Jesus-follower, this message will help you learn how to keep your eyes on Jesus. And if you aren't a follower of Jesus yet, listen in to learn why you might want to follow Jesus. Have you ever seen those videos of people texting on their phones while walking who end up running into a sign, or into a pond, or even into a wall? They are so distracted by their phones, they miss what is around them. In the book of Colossians, the Apo No 105 105 Four Reasons Why You Should Share the Gospel full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4462 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f5745910 Sun, 04 Mar 2018 14:51:15 -0600 riverwood riverwood 3065 Evangelism. It's a scary word for a lot of people. Most Jesus-followers don't engage in it, and those that do often do it from impure motives. Teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:9-21, guest teacher Steve Erickson walks Jesus-followers through four reasons why they should share the gospel with others, and how to do it with the right heart. Evangelism. It's a scary word for a lot of people. Most Jesus-followers don't engage in it, and those that do often do it from impure motives. Teaching from 2 Corinthians 5:9-21, guest teacher Steve Erickson walks Jesus-followers through four reasons why No 104 104 Speaking the Gospel (The Gospel #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4444 https://share.transistor.fm/s/45d04ef8 Sun, 25 Feb 2018 14:34:12 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1789 Imagine a scientific lab that discovered a cure for cancer, but didn't tell anyone. That would be awful, wouldn't it? Yet on a spiritual level, many Jesus-followers know the "cure" for sin, but remain mum. In this last message in "The Gospel" sermon series, Pastor Erin Bird shows from the book of Colossians that if someone is a Jesus-follower, it is expected he or she will "speak the gospel." And as we'll see, Jesus-followers are to speak the gospel to those who don't know Jesus as well as to those who already follow Him. Imagine a scientific lab that discovered a cure for cancer, but didn't tell anyone. That would be awful, wouldn't it? Yet on a spiritual level, many Jesus-followers know the "cure" for sin, but remain mum. In this last message in "The Gospel" sermon seri No 103 103 Living the Gospel (The Gospel #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4432 https://share.transistor.fm/s/612a5191 Sun, 18 Feb 2018 15:29:43 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2349 So far in this series called "The Gospel," we have seen the importance of continually learning the gospel (week 1) so that we can think the gospel (week 2). But the purpose for allowing the gospel to be a filter to our way of thinking is to impact our way of living. The Scriptures do not teach us the gospel simply to fill our heads with the story of Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection. The Bible shows us how the gospel is to impact our everyday lives and relationships. In this third part of "The Gospel" series, Pastor Erin Bird takes us through Ephesians 4:1-6, showing us exactly how God calls us to "live the gospel," which will impact our relationships at home, at work, and even in our churches. So far in this series called "The Gospel," we have seen the importance of continually learning the gospel (week 1) so that we can think the gospel (week 2). But the purpose for allowing the gospel to be a filter to our way of thinking is to impact our way No 102 102 Thinking the Gospel (The Gospel #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4420 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4621feac Sun, 11 Feb 2018 14:31:11 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1979 How you see yourself shapes what you do. If you see yourself as a great athlete, you'll keep trying your best at your sport. If you see yourself as a horrible cook, you'll stay away from the kitchen. The same goes for your faith. How you think about yourself spiritually affects what you do and how you feel about life. In Romans 12:1-3, the Apostle Paul talks about this very thing - how your thinking affects your behavior. Listen in as Pastor Erin Bird explores these ancient words while also giving a "tool" that can help you think the gospel, leading you to the life you deeply desire. How you see yourself shapes what you do. If you see yourself as a great athlete, you'll keep trying your best at your sport. If you see yourself as a horrible cook, you'll stay away from the kitchen. The same goes for your faith. How you think about your No 101 101 Learning the Gospel (The Gospel #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4415 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fd70d0aa Sun, 04 Feb 2018 16:32:14 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2095 Just like a person can become fluent in a foreign language with study and practice, a Jesus-follower can become "fluent" in the gospel by studying it. This week, in part one of "The Gospel" series, we look at the importance of learning the gospel continually, because it has the power to shape how we think, speak, and live. Just like a person can become fluent in a foreign language with study and practice, a Jesus-follower can become "fluent" in the gospel by studying it. This week, in part one of "The Gospel" series, we look at the importance of learning the gospel continua No 100 100 State of the Church 2017 full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4399 https://share.transistor.fm/s/84d0aa55 Sun, 28 Jan 2018 13:52:22 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1469 On this particular Sunday, Erin Bird, our lead pastor, takes a moment to look back at what happened in the Riverwood family in 2017, and what is possibly to come in 2018. On this particular Sunday, Erin Bird, our lead pastor, takes a moment to look back at what happened in the Riverwood family in 2017, and what is possibly to come in 2018. No 99 99 Committed to the Gospel (Committed #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4386 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5188ca48 Sun, 21 Jan 2018 14:27:04 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2467 After you breathe your last breath, what do you hope to have left behind? Nice thoughts about your life? A full bank account that will provide for your children? A building bearing your name? If you are a Jesus-follower, these things are too small. God wants to do so much more than just see people say nice things about you at your funeral. If you want to leave a legacy that will make an eternal impact, listen in to "Committed to the Gospel" as Pastor Erin Bird walks us through 2 Timothy 4:1-8. After you breathe your last breath, what do you hope to have left behind? Nice thoughts about your life? A full bank account that will provide for your children? A building bearing your name? If you are a Jesus-follower, these things are too small. God w No 98 98 Committed to Grow (Committed #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4376 https://share.transistor.fm/s/523877e5 Sun, 14 Jan 2018 21:54:37 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2171 Ever been lost in a strange city? Some people stop and ask for directions (well, at least most of the women reading this do...). Some people just try to figure it out (which many of the guys reading this try to do...). But most often, in our day of smartphones, we consult a map. A map helps us get reoriented to where we currently are and how to get where we want to go. Sometimes, we need the exact same thing spiritually - we need some sort of "map" to figure out how to move forward in our spiritual journey with Jesus. Thankfully, God has provided just the thing! Listen in to learn more about this God-given map, and how it can help you grow spiritually in 2018. Ever been lost in a strange city? Some people stop and ask for directions (well, at least most of the women reading this do...). Some people just try to figure it out (which many of the guys reading this try to do...). But most often, in our day of smartp No 97 97 Committed to God (Committed #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4365 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5b2c2ad2 Sun, 07 Jan 2018 13:41:56 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2311 People are committed to all sorts of things: family, work, hobbies, sports, etc. But underneath our devotion to such items is often a greater dedication - a commitment to self. In this first message in the Committed message series, we hear from 2 Timothy 3:1-13 how a commitment to self actually keeps us from the life we want and that God has for us. So listen in to learn how to make the primary commitment in your life a commitment to God. People are committed to all sorts of things: family, work, hobbies, sports, etc. But underneath our devotion to such items is often a greater dedication - a commitment to self. In this first message in the Committed message series, we hear from 2 Timothy No 96 96 An Incarnational Life (An Incarnational Christmas #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4341 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1d19e897 Sun, 10 Dec 2017 14:41:21 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1987 Many Americans love to drive around town in December looking at Christmas lights. (We are like bugs drawn to the light!) Why? Perhaps because light, while it is outside of us, does something within us. Light gives us some joy, a bit of hope, and a sense of awe. Maybe this is why Jesus is called "the Light of the World." In this third part of our teaching series "An Incarnational Christmas" we discover that Jesus, as the light, has come to give us joy, hope, and awe. But his incarnation does more than just give us light. It also changes how we live. So listen in to "An Incarnational Life." Many Americans love to drive around town in December looking at Christmas lights. (We are like bugs drawn to the light!) Why? Perhaps because light, while it is outside of us, does something within us. Light gives us some joy, a bit of hope, and a sense o No 95 95 An Incarnational Mirror (An Incarnational Christmas #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4335 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ed1e0291 Sun, 03 Dec 2017 13:23:13 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2025 Our view of self as humans vacillates wildly. We shift from thinking we are one of the most awesome persons on earth to one of the worst people to have ever lived. (And sometimes we even think all of that on the same day!) But the Incarnation of Jesus actually addresses our view of self, helping us see who we really are in the eyes of God. And that view will simultaneously humble us and embolden us as humans. So listen to "An Incarnational Mirror" to better understand who you truly are and who you are meant to be. Our view of self as humans vacillates wildly. We shift from thinking we are one of the most awesome persons on earth to one of the worst people to have ever lived. (And sometimes we even think all of that on the same day!) But the Incarnation of Jesus ac No 94 94 Incarnational Impact (An Incarnational Christmas #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4319 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1634ad2e Sun, 26 Nov 2017 15:10:13 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2079 The New Oxford American Dictionary defines "incarnation" as "a person who embodies in the flesh a deity." In Christianity, the incarnation of Jesus, God the Son, into human flesh is a foundational doctrine to the faith. But this doctrinal truth does more than just separate Christianity from other religions, it impacts the meaning of Christmas and our view of God. The New Oxford American Dictionary defines "incarnation" as "a person who embodies in the flesh a deity." In Christianity, the incarnation of Jesus, God the Son, into human flesh is a foundational doctrine to the faith. But this doctrinal truth does more No 93 93 Why Give Thanks full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4306 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8565e164 Sun, 19 Nov 2017 14:21:28 -0600 riverwood riverwood 742 As part of our annual Thanksgiving Family Worship Gathering, Riverwood's very own Jacob Tews shared some thoughts about why Jesus-followers can give thanks in all circumstances - even the hard ones. As part of our annual Thanksgiving Family Worship Gathering, Riverwood's very own Jacob Tews shared some thoughts about why Jesus-followers can give thanks in all circumstances - even the hard ones. No 92 92 My Story in His Story (His Story #40) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4300 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a328dc91 Sun, 12 Nov 2017 13:53:50 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2878 In this final message in the His Story sermon series, we wrap things up in a different way. Rather than see how the Bible points to Jesus, we ask "How does your story point to Jesus?" To answer that question, we look at the story of a woman in John 4 and then hear from five Jesus-followers who reveal how their story really does point to Jesus. In this final message in the His Story sermon series, we wrap things up in a different way. Rather than see how the Bible points to Jesus, we ask "How does your story point to Jesus?" To answer that question, we look at the story of a woman in John 4 and No 91 91 The Revelation of Jesus (His Story #39) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4280 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6d442185 Sun, 05 Nov 2017 14:28:22 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2564 Ever seen a Magic Eye picture? It looks like a mess on the surface, but if you peer through it, you see something entirely different - a 3D image inside the picture. The Book of Revelation is somewhat similar. On the surface, it appears to first be apocalyptic literature all about the end of the world. But as you peer deeper, you discover that it first points to Jesus. Listen in to discover at least four ways that the Book of Revelation shows us Jesus in its pages, and in the process actually encourages you rather than scare or confuse you. Ever seen a Magic Eye picture? It looks like a mess on the surface, but if you peer through it, you see something entirely different - a 3D image inside the picture. The Book of Revelation is somewhat similar. On the surface, it appears to first be apoca No 90 90 Jesus in the Epistles (His Story #38) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4268 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a3970dda Sun, 29 Oct 2017 16:16:11 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1968 The Epistles in the New Testament are letters written to individuals and churches to help them follow Jesus. Listen in as we look at 1 John 2:1-14 to learn the four things the Epistles can do for those whose faith is in Jesus. The Epistles in the New Testament are letters written to individuals and churches to help them follow Jesus. Listen in as we look at 1 John 2:1-14 to learn the four things the Epistles can do for those whose faith is in Jesus. No 89 89 Jesus & His Church in Acts (His Story #37) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4260 https://share.transistor.fm/s/68d328a1 Sun, 22 Oct 2017 14:19:51 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2598 Sometimes in life, we see, hear, or experience an event, and yet somehow we misunderstand the truth. For instance, you might meet an incredibly tall athletic-looking man and assume he plays basketball. Yet the reality might be that he hates sports and actually has an affinity for the fine arts. Well, something similar has happened to Americans' view of church. Because of our experiences, we have created definitions of what a church is, and yet we misunderstand what it truly is. So as you listen in to this message from Pastor Erin Bird, be prepared to have your definition of church challenged - which will help you understand more clearly what it means to follow Jesus. Sometimes in life, we see, hear, or experience an event, and yet somehow we misunderstand the truth. For instance, you might meet an incredibly tall athletic-looking man and assume he plays basketball. Yet the reality might be that he hates sports and act No 88 88 The Ascension of Jesus (His Story #36) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4249 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a24683cd Sun, 15 Oct 2017 14:17:06 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2567 Forty days after Jesus rose from the dead after his brutal crucifixion, he ascended to heaven in front of his followers. Right before he lifted off the ground, he gave one last instruction. This final command of Christ has been feared by Christians throughout history. Many find this command too difficult to obey, or they want to obey it in their own way in their own timing. But as we hear in this next part of the His Story series, this final command of Jesus isn't supposed to be drudgery, rather it is for our good and the good of others. It is supposed to be a command that Jesus-followers gladly obey with joy. What is this command and how can you (if you follow Jesus) fulfill it? Listen in to "The Ascension of Jesus." Forty days after Jesus rose from the dead after his brutal crucifixion, he ascended to heaven in front of his followers. Right before he lifted off the ground, he gave one last instruction. This final command of Christ has been feared by Christians throug No 87 87 The Resurrection of Jesus (His Story #35) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4245 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cf0855a7 Sun, 08 Oct 2017 14:56:19 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2301 Christians all around the world throughout history have remembered the death of Jesus on the cross as payment for sin. But did you know the gospel message doesn't stop with the crucifixion of Jesus? There's more to the story. Listen in to discover why the resurrection of Jesus is crucial to the gospel story. Because if there's no resurrection, there's no Christianity. Christians all around the world throughout history have remembered the death of Jesus on the cross as payment for sin. But did you know the gospel message doesn't stop with the crucifixion of Jesus? There's more to the story. Listen in to discover why th No 86 86 The Crucifixion of Jesus (His Story #34) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4235 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bff290ee Sun, 01 Oct 2017 14:19:12 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1965 The crucifixion of Jesus is the central aspect of the Christian faith. Churches around the world every Sunday sing about it, talk about it, and take communion elements to remember it. But have you really looked at the crucifixion? Do you know what Jesus truly went through? In this next part of the His Story series, we take a deep look at the physical, emotional, and spiritual suffering of Jesus from the Garden of Gethsemane to the spear thrust in his side. And as you listen to this gruesome message, may you realize the immense love God has for you. The crucifixion of Jesus is the central aspect of the Christian faith. Churches around the world every Sunday sing about it, talk about it, and take communion elements to remember it. But have you really looked at the crucifixion? Do you know what Jesus t No 85 85 Jesus in the Lord’s Supper (His Story #33) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4218 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ac745b77 Sun, 24 Sep 2017 15:02:39 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1927 Christian churches all around the world celebrate the sacrament of communion (also called the Lord's Supper). But where did this practice come from? Listen in to discover the roots to this ancient ceremony. And as you do, you will discover how the Lord's Supper, like the Bible, points to Jesus. Christian churches all around the world celebrate the sacrament of communion (also called the Lord's Supper). But where did this practice come from? Listen in to discover the roots to this ancient ceremony. And as you do, you will discover how the Lord's No 84 84 The Miracles of Jesus (His Story #32) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4209 https://share.transistor.fm/s/83623027 Sun, 17 Sep 2017 13:34:05 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2296 Have you ever experienced a "wow" moment? You know, a moment that takes your breath away, and all you can say is "wow"? Jesus gave his disciples and the people around him some "wow" moments. We call them miracles. And as we study the reaction of the disciples in Mark 4:35-41 to one of the biggest miracles Jesus, we see how the miracles of Jesus should affect us. So listen in to this next message in the His Story series. You might just have a wow moment while looking at the miracles of Jesus. Have you ever experienced a "wow" moment? You know, a moment that takes your breath away, and all you can say is "wow"? Jesus gave his disciples and the people around him some "wow" moments. We call them miracles. And as we study the reaction of the disc No 83 83 The Message of Jesus (His Story #31) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4204 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4140ace6 Sun, 10 Sep 2017 16:49:51 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2368 Some people become famous in life for having one consistent message. For instance, Martin Luther King Jr. is known for his speeches on civil rights. Jesus also had one consistent message. In this next part to the His Story series, we look at His one repeated message, and discover how it should affect the one message of your life. Some people become famous in life for having one consistent message. For instance, Martin Luther King Jr. is known for his speeches on civil rights. Jesus also had one consistent message. In this next part to the His Story series, we look at His one repe No 82 82 The Disciples: The Call and the Cost to Following Jesus (His Story #30) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4197 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3fa7d544 Thu, 07 Sep 2017 10:08:36 -0500 riverwood riverwood 3729 The first-century disciples (followers) of Jesus were ordinary men and women like you and me. But some of them did extraordinary things because they allowed their lives to not be about themselves, but to be all about the message and life of Jesus. No matter where you are in your spiritual journey, if you want to follow Jesus (or are simply curious about following Him) listen in as Riverwood's Worship Pastor, Jeff Willis, talks about the call and cost of following Jesus. The first-century disciples (followers) of Jesus were ordinary men and women like you and me. But some of them did extraordinary things because they allowed their lives to not be about themselves, but to be all about the message and life of Jesus. No mat No 81 81 The Arrival of Jesus (His Story #29) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4189 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e9b5cd6e Sun, 27 Aug 2017 13:44:33 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1975 Everyone one of us has experienced a disruption in life. Some disruptions are good, like finding out you got the job. But some disruptions seem to wreck our personal stories, like hearing the doctor say "It's cancer." The arrival of Jesus into the pages of history was a disruption. But in this message, we learn how the arrival of Jesus should be a good disruption to our story. So listen in to hear three points that help you see how the birth of Jesus impacts you personally. Everyone one of us has experienced a disruption in life. Some disruptions are good, like finding out you got the job. But some disruptions seem to wreck our personal stories, like hearing the doctor say "It's cancer." The arrival of Jesus into the pages No 80 80 Missional Life Rhythms full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4182 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c4e2b4c0 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 09:45:30 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2723 In this stand-alone message, guest teacher Steve Erickson shows from the life of Jesus how a Jesus-follower can use the everyday spaces he or she finds themselves in to grow spiritually  and be a blessing to others. In this stand-alone message, guest teacher Steve Erickson shows from the life of Jesus how a Jesus-follower can use the everyday spaces he or she finds themselves in to grow spiritually  and be a blessing to others. No 79 79 The Baptism of Jesus (His Story #28) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4171 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c003fd1b Sun, 13 Aug 2017 14:33:02 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2155 We live in a day and age where "fake news" is a regular part of the cultural conversation. But did you know that there has been quite a bit of "fake news" shared about the sacrament of baptism? This week, we look at the baptism of Jesus and the context surrounding it in Matthew chapter 3. Through this passage, we discover 5 "fake news" headlines about baptism that get debunked, helping us see what baptism is truly all about. So listen in to learn more about the beautiful sacrament of baptism. We live in a day and age where "fake news" is a regular part of the cultural conversation. But did you know that there has been quite a bit of "fake news" shared about the sacrament of baptism? This week, we look at the baptism of Jesus and the context s No 78 78 Jesus & the Whale (His Story #27) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4160 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2b9fe6c1 Sun, 06 Aug 2017 14:26:22 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2583 This week, we look at the biblical story of an incredibly hypocritical Jewish prophet, and see how his hypocritical life points to the non-hypocritical life of Jesus. This week, we look at the biblical story of an incredibly hypocritical Jewish prophet, and see how his hypocritical life points to the non-hypocritical life of Jesus. No 77 77 Jesus in the Lions’ Den (His Story #26) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4144 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b0f0a9f2 Sun, 30 Jul 2017 13:51:45 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2308 Oftentimes when people read the Bible, they engage in a case of "mistaken identity." When they read a story, they unintentionally read it as if they were the main character. And one story we often engage in "mistaken identity" is the story of Daniel and the Lions Den. In this week's message, Pastor Erin Bird helps us see that Daniel's story in the sixth chapter of the book that bears his name isn't first about us, but rather about Jesus. And when we realize that the identity of Daniel points to Jesus, we discover something about ourselves in the process. Oftentimes when people read the Bible, they engage in a case of "mistaken identity." When they read a story, they unintentionally read it as if they were the main character. And one story we often engage in "mistaken identity" is the story of Daniel and t No 76 76 Jesus Resurrects Dry Bones (His Story #25) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4135 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7574f773 Sun, 23 Jul 2017 15:03:24 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2042 In the book of Ezekiel is a famous story about dry bones becoming skeletons which become bodies which become living human beings. But did you know this famous story from Ezekiel 37 can also help you in the moments you are struggling to trust God in your darkest moments? Listen in to be encouraged that your current condition is not your forever condition. In the book of Ezekiel is a famous story about dry bones becoming skeletons which become bodies which become living human beings. But did you know this famous story from Ezekiel 37 can also help you in the moments you are struggling to trust God in your d No 75 75 The New Covenant (His Story #24) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4122 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8c3e976f Sun, 16 Jul 2017 14:10:53 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2004 In America, we are addicted to new. New movies, new music, new clothes, new cars, new relationships, new everything. Let's face it: We like new. But oftentimes, we make the mistake of believing that "new" makes us better. Now, don't make the mistake of thinking "new" then is bad. God actually wants you to experience "new" life. But rather than give us external things like clothes or cars, He wants to give us a new heart. If you want a new heart and to experience the life God has for you, listen in. In America, we are addicted to new. New movies, new music, new clothes, new cars, new relationships, new everything. Let's face it: We like new. But oftentimes, we make the mistake of believing that "new" makes us better. Now, don't make the mistake of t No 74 74 Jesus in Isaiah (His Story #23) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4109 https://share.transistor.fm/s/937f0862 Sun, 09 Jul 2017 01:51:48 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2769 In this unique Worship Gathering, we weaved together passages from the Old Testament book of Isaiah with contemporary songs that point to the birth, life, death, & resurrection of Jesus. As you listen, may you worship God and be blown away at the revealing of Jesus over 700 years before He ever was set in a manger in swaddling cloths. In this unique Worship Gathering, we weaved together passages from the Old Testament book of Isaiah with contemporary songs that point to the birth, life, death, & resurrection of Jesus. As you listen, may you worship God and be blown away at the reve No 73 73 Jesus in the Psalms (His Story #22) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4093 https://share.transistor.fm/s/59b9631f Mon, 03 Jul 2017 10:45:51 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2185 If you've ever been ridiculed, or betrayed, or lost a dear loved one, or battled depression, you have felt alone.  You have felt unloved, unwanted, disconnected, and isolated. Some people, when they feel this way, try to medicate the pain through sleep or drink or thrills. But some people try to medicate the pain spiritually. And for thousands of years, many people have used the Book of Psalms to try to spiritually heal the emotional aloneness they feel. In this twenty-second part in the His Story series, we take a look at the comfort and encouragement the Psalms can bring. But we also see Jesus inside these ancient song lyrics, and as we do so we realize that we do not suffer alone and we will not suffer forever. So listen in to be encouraged. If you've ever been ridiculed, or betrayed, or lost a dear loved one, or battled depression, you have felt alone.  You have felt unloved, unwanted, disconnected, and isolated. Some people, when they feel this way, try to medicate the pain through sleep or No 72 72 Naaman, A Slave Girl, & Jesus full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4083 https://share.transistor.fm/s/662a60b4 Sun, 25 Jun 2017 14:37:58 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2151 Have you ever considered what it is that makes people like Mother Theresa or Martin Luther King Jr. so inspiring? It's humility. Humility is the ability to put the needs of others before your own. It's hard, but it can be powerful. Listen in to the story of Naaman and the power of humility, even when shown reluctantly. Have you ever considered what it is that makes people like Mother Theresa or Martin Luther King Jr. so inspiring? It's humility. Humility is the ability to put the needs of others before your own. It's hard, but it can be powerful. Listen in to the stor No 71 71 The Temple of God (His Story #20) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4068 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7ee6744 Sun, 18 Jun 2017 14:35:27 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2453 Most people know a temple as a sacred building that some religion believes contains the presence of their deity. They gather at the temple to engage in various religious practices to worship their god and fulfill spiritual requirements. The ancient Jews weren't much different. In the book of 1 Kings, the wise King Solomon had the first Jewish temple built to house the Ark of the Covenant so that the presence of God could be with the nation and the people could worship the One True God. As Solomon dedicates the temple to God before the assembled nation, he reveals in a prayer four things about temples that actually help Jesus-followers understand God's design for how to live out their faith. So no matter where you are in your spiritual journey, listen in to see how knowledge about temples can help you positively impact the people around you. Most people know a temple as a sacred building that some religion believes contains the presence of their deity. They gather at the temple to engage in various religious practices to worship their god and fulfill spiritual requirements. The ancient Jews No 70 70 Three Core Beliefs full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4062 https://share.transistor.fm/s/57faf639 Sun, 11 Jun 2017 16:46:33 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2486 When making small talk with a young person, we often ask, "What do you want to do when you grow up?" And when they respond, we might follow up with something like, "That's great! How are you going to make that dream become a reality?" But rather than ask WHAT they want to do and HOW they are going to do it, perhaps we should be asking "Who are you?" When we ask this of ourselves, this critical question of WHO helps us know who we are, which then affects what we do. But did you know this question also helps us understand the Christian faith? For when we ask "Who is God?" it helps us discover the character and nature of God, which explains what He does and how He chooses to do it. So listen in as guest teacher Steve Erickson teaches us "Three Core Beliefs." When making small talk with a young person, we often ask, "What do you want to do when you grow up?" And when they respond, we might follow up with something like, "That's great! How are you going to make that dream become a reality?" But rather than ask No 69 69 The Failure of the King (His Story #19) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=4047 https://share.transistor.fm/s/12482d9d Sun, 04 Jun 2017 14:55:32 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2817 Ancient nations longed to have a king rule over them because they believed that a good king would make them safe, strong, victorious, and fulfilled as a nation. We aren't much different in our day and age. While we do not want political kings, we do find personal kings. We long for things, people, or experiences that make us feel safe, strong, victorious, and fulfilled. The problem is, none of these kings can ever come through 100% of the time. Each and every one of them will fail. But this is actually a good thing. Listen in to this 19th message in the His Story series and discover how Jesus is the one true King you have been looking for and actually need. This week's passages are from 2 Samuel 11-12, Psalm 51, and Psalm 145. Ancient nations longed to have a king rule over them because they believed that a good king would make them safe, strong, victorious, and fulfilled as a nation. We aren't much different in our day and age. While we do not want political kings, we do fin No 68 68 The King 2.0 (His Story #17) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3892 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ea91728b Sun, 21 May 2017 13:27:03 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2776 Ever felt like a failure when your Plan A didn't go as envisioned? This week, in "The King 2.0" (Part 17 in the "His Story" sermon series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA), Pastor Erin Bird shows us the biblical pattern that Plan B might actually be God's Plan A, and you aren't a failure at all - rather you are exactly where God wants you to be. Ever felt like a failure when your Plan A didn't go as envisioned? This week, in "The King 2.0" (Part 17 in the "His Story" sermon series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA), Pastor Erin Bird shows us the biblical pattern that Plan B might actually be G No 67 67 Jesus Loves Ruth (His Story #16) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3890 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9b590403 Sun, 14 May 2017 14:19:47 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2000 "Jesus Loves Ruth" is Part 16 in the His Story series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through the Old Testament book of Ruth. "Jesus Loves Ruth" is Part 16 in the His Story series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week, Pastor Erin Bird walks us through the Old Testament book of Ruth. No 66 66 Jesus at Jericho (His Story #15) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3656 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f30dc419 Sun, 07 May 2017 14:46:09 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2147 Launch Sermon PlayerTo surrender is incredibly difficult (just ask a kid who doesn’t want to obey their parent!). But to have the type of relationship with God that we want, it means we have to surrender. In the story of the battle of Jericho, there are four types of surrender that can help someone become […] Launch Sermon PlayerTo surrender is incredibly difficult (just ask a kid who doesn’t want to obey their parent!). But to have the type of relationship with God that we want, it means we have to surrender. In the story of the battle of Jericho, there are f No 65 65 Nate Luck’s Personal Story full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3653 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c95ddeed Sun, 30 Apr 2017 14:35:03 -0500 riverwood riverwood 634 Launch Sermon PlayerOn April 30, Riverwood member Nate Luck shared his story about his spiritual journey of finding Jesus. Launch Sermon PlayerOn April 30, Riverwood member Nate Luck shared his story about his spiritual journey of finding Jesus. No 64 64 Jesus, the True & Better Moses (His Story #14) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3651 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d4c9ae5 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 14:24:59 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2089 Launch Sermon PlayerIn Deuteronomy 18, Moses told the Israelites that God would raise up a prophet, a leader, like him. Listen in to learn how Jesus fulfills this prophecy completely. Launch Sermon PlayerIn Deuteronomy 18, Moses told the Israelites that God would raise up a prophet, a leader, like him. Listen in to learn how Jesus fulfills this prophecy completely. No 63 63 Looking Back Looking Forward (Riverwood’s 3rd Birthday) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3561 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4db43e42 Wed, 26 Apr 2017 19:04:58 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1292 Launch Sermon PlayerHave you ever looked at a decision and said in your head “I can’t do that!” or “That’s not possible”? In the book of Numbers chapter 13, we see the Israelites, upon hearing some hard news, adopt a mentality of “impossible!” But in the midst of the people saying, “we can’t!” there were two men who looked toward God […] Launch Sermon PlayerHave you ever looked at a decision and said in your head “I can’t do that!” or “That’s not possible”? In the book of Numbers chapter 13, we see the Israelites, upon hearing some hard news, adopt a mentality of “impossible!” But in the No 62 62 Jesus the GOAT (His Story #13) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3492 https://share.transistor.fm/s/063ab8ca Sun, 16 Apr 2017 13:31:54 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2120 Launch Sermon PlayerWhat is your definition of a GOAT?  Is it an animal or is it more?  In this next message in the His Story series, we take a closer look at (the very boring book of) Leviticus and see how 2 goats show us that Jesus is the GOAT. Launch Sermon PlayerWhat is your definition of a GOAT?  Is it an animal or is it more?  In this next message in the His Story series, we take a closer look at (the very boring book of) Leviticus and see how 2 goats show us that Jesus is the GOAT. No 61 61 Jesus in the Ten Commandments (His Story #12) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3227 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bd3368ca Sun, 09 Apr 2017 13:54:01 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2296 Launch Sermon PlayerA few years ago, the Ten Commandments were in modern-day news. Should they still be observed? Should they be ignored? Or do these ancient Jewish laws fulfill some other purpose for Jesus-followers in light of the Gospel? Listen in as Pastor Erin explains from Exodus 20:1-17 how the Ten Commandments should or should not affect your life today. Launch Sermon PlayerA few years ago, the Ten Commandments were in modern-day news. Should they still be observed? Should they be ignored? Or do these ancient Jewish laws fulfill some other purpose for Jesus-followers in light of the Gospel? Listen in as P No 60 60 Jesus in the Passover (His Story #11) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3193 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c8a672dc Sun, 02 Apr 2017 13:34:28 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2265 Launch Sermon PlayerEvery human alive has had at least one significant day that changed their lives. Whether it’s the birth of a child, a wedding, graduation day, or their own birth, everyone has gone through a day that changed everything. The ancient Israelites went through a day that changed them as a nation and changed their religion. […] Launch Sermon PlayerEvery human alive has had at least one significant day that changed their lives. Whether it’s the birth of a child, a wedding, graduation day, or their own birth, everyone has gone through a day that changed everything. The ancient Isr No 59 59 Meet Moses Meet Jesus (His Story #10) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3494 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c97dfc51 Sun, 26 Mar 2017 14:34:39 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2606 Launch Sermon PlayerRunning a marathon requires a lot of work and training to get up to the point of running 26.2 miles. But what if you did all the prep work in the last week instead of taking months to train? Or what if you had to give a book report, but all you used in your […] Launch Sermon PlayerRunning a marathon requires a lot of work and training to get up to the point of running 26.2 miles. But what if you did all the prep work in the last week instead of taking months to train? Or what if you had to give a book report, bu No 58 58 Jacob, Joseph, Judah, JESUS (& You) – His Story #9 full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3572 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c7001240 Sun, 19 Mar 2017 14:42:56 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2406 Launch Sermon PlayerThe story of Jesus goes through some very questionable characters. For instance, this week in Genesis chapters 37-50, we meet a cocky 17-year-old who gets sold into slavery by his half-brothers and thrown in prison by his master, while his older brother sleeps with a cult prostitute – who turned out to be his daughter-in-law. Pretty […] Launch Sermon PlayerThe story of Jesus goes through some very questionable characters. For instance, this week in Genesis chapters 37-50, we meet a cocky 17-year-old who gets sold into slavery by his half-brothers and thrown in prison by his master, while No 57 57 Jesus Loves the Leahs (His Story #8) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3574 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e24a2809 Sun, 12 Mar 2017 14:52:25 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2452 Launch Sermon PlayerEver felt unloved or even unlovable? The story of Leah and her dysfunctional relationship with her husband, Jacob, and sister, Rachel, from Genesis 29 shows that you are seen, heard, and attached to God, who is worthy to be praised. So listen in to hear just how much you are loved. Launch Sermon PlayerEver felt unloved or even unlovable? The story of Leah and her dysfunctional relationship with her husband, Jacob, and sister, Rachel, from Genesis 29 shows that you are seen, heard, and attached to God, who is worthy to be praised. So No 56 56 Jesus and Abraham (His Story #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3576 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c9840ba5 Sun, 05 Mar 2017 20:48:07 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2219 Launch Sermon PlayerAbraham is the father of the Jewish faith. The covenant God established with Abraham in Genesis 15 promised a nation would come from Abraham and his descendants. But did you know that same covenant ceremony also pointed to Jesus and the Gospel? Listen to to hear how God revealed the Gospel thousands of […] Launch Sermon PlayerAbraham is the father of the Jewish faith. The covenant God established with Abraham in Genesis 15 promised a nation would come from Abraham and his descendants. But did you know that same covenant ceremony also pointed to Jesus and th No 55 55 Jesus at Bable (His Story #6) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3610 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fc72e751 Sun, 26 Feb 2017 17:56:42 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2630 Launch Sermon PlayerWe use language everyday. When we communicate well, things go very smoothly. But when there is a breakdown in communication, there is a breakdown in unity. So why would God confuse the language of humans in Genesis 11? And how does the story of the Tower of Babel point to Jesus? Listen in to […] Launch Sermon PlayerWe use language everyday. When we communicate well, things go very smoothly. But when there is a breakdown in communication, there is a breakdown in unity. So why would God confuse the language of humans in Genesis 11? And how does the No 54 54 Jesus and the Ark (His Story #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3612 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e9569c6a Sun, 19 Feb 2017 13:57:46 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2019 Launch Sermon PlayerThe story of Noah and the Ark is one of the most horrific stories in all of Scripture. The mass killing of every human on earth except 8 people? Really?!? Come on! And yet, hidden inside this Rated-R story is evidence of Jesus and His gospel message of love and grace. Launch Sermon PlayerThe story of Noah and the Ark is one of the most horrific stories in all of Scripture. The mass killing of every human on earth except 8 people? Really?!? Come on! And yet, hidden inside this Rated-R story is evidence of Jesus and His No 53 53 Cain & Abel & Jesus (His Story #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3614 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2bfb3d79 Sun, 12 Feb 2017 13:59:39 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2163 Launch Sermon PlayerWhy do we do the things we don’t want to do? We eat too much, we drink too much, we buy too much. We know we shouldn’t do them, but we do them anyway. In this fourth message in our His Story series, we see through the sad story of Cain & Abel […] Launch Sermon PlayerWhy do we do the things we don’t want to do? We eat too much, we drink too much, we buy too much. We know we shouldn’t do them, but we do them anyway. In this fourth message in our His Story series, we see through the sad story of Cain No 52 52 Jesus at the Fall (His Story #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3616 https://share.transistor.fm/s/432a79db Wed, 08 Feb 2017 13:52:20 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2280 Launch Sermon PlayerFor some people, the subject of sin is a very uncomfortable topic. For others, it is a ridiculous topic. And yet for others, it’s simply no big deal. But the Bible treats the topic of sin as a very important one that MUST be addressed. And the topic is first discussed very early in […] Launch Sermon PlayerFor some people, the subject of sin is a very uncomfortable topic. For others, it is a ridiculous topic. And yet for others, it’s simply no big deal. But the Bible treats the topic of sin as a very important one that MUST be addressed. No 51 51 Jesus in Creation (His Story #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3618 https://share.transistor.fm/s/22c85468 Sun, 29 Jan 2017 13:54:24 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2033 Launch Sermon PlayerThere is a mistake that many Christians make with their theology. They start at the wrong place in the Bible. If you follow Jesus and don’t want to make the same mistake, listen in. And while you are at, you’ll also hear about the crazy love God has for humans. Launch Sermon PlayerThere is a mistake that many Christians make with their theology. They start at the wrong place in the Bible. If you follow Jesus and don’t want to make the same mistake, listen in. And while you are at, you’ll also hear about the craz No 50 50 What is the Bible? (His Story #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3620 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2d99d8b7 Sun, 22 Jan 2017 13:56:35 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2001 Launch Sermon PlayerWe all love stories. We love reading about a character who overcomes great odds on some kind of adventure. Well, guess what? God wants to author an amazing story in your life. But we’ll warn you – that epic story begins when you understand what the Bible is. Launch Sermon PlayerWe all love stories. We love reading about a character who overcomes great odds on some kind of adventure. Well, guess what? God wants to author an amazing story in your life. But we’ll warn you – that epic story begins when you unders No 49 49 Trust (Values #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3622 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d4d621ce Sun, 15 Jan 2017 13:58:45 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2258 Launch Sermon PlayerSometimes we mistakenly treat intangibles (like love) as if they were tangible objects (like cookies). We act as if giving away the intangible will leave us with less. But things like love and grace and respect aren’t like cookies or gum. Rather, the more you give it away, the more you actually have. […] Launch Sermon PlayerSometimes we mistakenly treat intangibles (like love) as if they were tangible objects (like cookies). We act as if giving away the intangible will leave us with less. But things like love and grace and respect aren’t like cookies or g No 48 48 Truth (Values #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3624 https://share.transistor.fm/s/46a298cb Sun, 08 Jan 2017 14:00:54 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1760 Launch Sermon PlayerTruth is incredibly important. In this second part to the Values series, we look at the topic of truth, seeing how there is a negative affect of truth, but a powerful positive aspect to it as well. So listen in to learn why Riverwood as a church values truth, and what it can do for you as […] Launch Sermon PlayerTruth is incredibly important. In this second part to the Values series, we look at the topic of truth, seeing how there is a negative affect of truth, but a powerful positive aspect to it as well. So listen in to learn why Riverwood a No 47 47 Grace (Values #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3626 https://share.transistor.fm/s/144ca7dd Sun, 01 Jan 2017 13:02:59 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2682 Launch Sermon PlayerIf your relationship with God seems a little stale, or you are investigating the Christian faith, or you just want to start your new year off right, we invite you to listen in to this first message from the Values series about the amazingness of Grace. Launch Sermon PlayerIf your relationship with God seems a little stale, or you are investigating the Christian faith, or you just want to start your new year off right, we invite you to listen in to this first message from the Values series about the amaz No 46 46 Love All (Do Christmas Different #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3628 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b376dc5f Sun, 18 Dec 2016 13:13:02 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1610 Part 4 of 4 in the Do Christmas Different series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is John 3:16-17 (along with Luke 2:10). Part 4 of 4 in the Do Christmas Different series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is John 3:16-17 (along with Luke 2:10). No 45 45 Give More (Do Christmas Different #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3630 https://share.transistor.fm/s/76675944 Sun, 11 Dec 2016 13:15:44 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1602 Part 3 in the Do Christmas Different series (an Advent Conspiracy message series) from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's topic was Give More. The passage was Matthew 2:9-12. Part 3 in the Do Christmas Different series (an Advent Conspiracy message series) from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's topic was Give More. The passage was Matthew 2:9-12. No 44 44 Spend Less (Do Christmas Different #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3632 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b9c026ad Mon, 05 Dec 2016 14:17:51 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2059 Part 2 in the Do Christmas Different series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This Advent Conspiracy message is from Matthew 2:1-8. Part 2 in the Do Christmas Different series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This Advent Conspiracy message is from Matthew 2:1-8. No 43 43 Worship Fully (Do Christmas Different #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3634 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7546a6e4 Sun, 27 Nov 2016 13:45:45 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1414 Part 1 in the Do Christmas Different Advent Series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's theme is Worship Fully and the passage is Luke 1:26-56. Part 1 in the Do Christmas Different Advent Series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's theme is Worship Fully and the passage is Luke 1:26-56. No 42 42 The Low Path to the Top (Uphill #9) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3636 https://share.transistor.fm/s/60353bb2 Sun, 13 Nov 2016 14:51:12 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2117 The ninth and final message in the Uphill message series, a study of 1 Peter from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is the entire chapter of 1 Peter 5. The ninth and final message in the Uphill message series, a study of 1 Peter from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is the entire chapter of 1 Peter 5. No 41 41 Remember the Right Path (Uphill #8) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3638 https://share.transistor.fm/s/fcb6fcb9 Sun, 06 Nov 2016 13:53:28 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2413 Part 8 of the Uphill sermon series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa, a message series from 1 Peter. This week's passage is 1 Peter 3:18-4:11. Part 8 of the Uphill sermon series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa, a message series from 1 Peter. This week's passage is 1 Peter 3:18-4:11. No 40 40 Suffering Uphill (Uphill #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3640 https://share.transistor.fm/s/034af426 Sun, 30 Oct 2016 15:55:13 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2318 Part 7 in the Uphill series from 1 Peter at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's passage is 1 Peter 3:13-17, 4:12-19, which is all about suffering. Part 7 in the Uphill series from 1 Peter at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's passage is 1 Peter 3:13-17, 4:12-19, which is all about suffering. No 39 39 The Path to Blessing (Uphill #6) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3642 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d495e9a3 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 14:57:01 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2322 Part 6 in the Uphill series, a study of 1 Peter from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is 1 Peter 3:8-12, all about how to be a blessing to others through honor. Part 6 in the Uphill series, a study of 1 Peter from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is 1 Peter 3:8-12, all about how to be a blessing to others through honor. No 38 38 Respect for the Climb (Uphill #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3644 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b449541e Sun, 09 Oct 2016 14:09:37 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2027 Part 4 of the Uphill sermon series out of 1 Peter from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's passage is 1 Peter 2:13-25. Part 4 of the Uphill sermon series out of 1 Peter from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's passage is 1 Peter 2:13-25. No 37 37 Rocky Paths (Uphill #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3646 https://share.transistor.fm/s/36100d80 Sun, 02 Oct 2016 15:11:32 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2537 Part 3 in the Uphill message series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's passage is 1 Peter 2:1-12. Part 3 in the Uphill message series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's passage is 1 Peter 2:1-12. No 36 36 Motivation to Climb (Uphill #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3648 https://share.transistor.fm/s/122f3382 Sun, 18 Sep 2016 14:13:25 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2895 Part 1 in a verse-by-verse series from 1 Peter called Uphill at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is 1 Peter 1:1-12. Part 1 in a verse-by-verse series from 1 Peter called Uphill at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is 1 Peter 1:1-12. No 35 35 Interrupted Desires (Interrupted #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3658 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f466c277 Sun, 21 Aug 2016 15:01:45 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2505 Launch Sermon PlayerIt’s easy to see when someone is engaging in an activity that isn’t good for them. But when someone tries to interrupt OUR desires, well… that’s a different story! But what if God is interrupting our desires not to rob us of something good, but rather to give us something even better? That’s […] Launch Sermon PlayerIt’s easy to see when someone is engaging in an activity that isn’t good for them. But when someone tries to interrupt OUR desires, well… that’s a different story! But what if God is interrupting our desires not to rob us of something No 34 34 Interrupted Expectations (Interrupted #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3709 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8ef41279 Sun, 14 Aug 2016 13:32:46 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1967 Launch Sermon PlayerWe carry expectations into everything. Into the movie theater, into restaurants, into marriage, into our jobs, into a class, into church, and even into our relationship with God. Some expectations get met, some are exceeded, but some never get met. But what do you do when God fails to meet your expectations? That’s what this […] Launch Sermon PlayerWe carry expectations into everything. Into the movie theater, into restaurants, into marriage, into our jobs, into a class, into church, and even into our relationship with God. Some expectations get met, some are exceeded, but some n No 33 33 Interrupted Prayer (Interrupted #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3711 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5635aa7b Sun, 07 Aug 2016 14:35:21 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2025 Launch Sermon PlayerJust like an addict needs an intervention from their loved ones who desire the best for them, sometimes people need a spiritual intervention from God who desires the best for them. But how will YOU respond when He intervenes in your life? In this third part of our Interrupted series studying the book of […] Launch Sermon PlayerJust like an addict needs an intervention from their loved ones who desire the best for them, sometimes people need a spiritual intervention from God who desires the best for them. But how will YOU respond when He intervenes in your li No 32 32 Interrupted Escape (Interrupted #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3713 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7db0cce0 Sun, 31 Jul 2016 14:38:32 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2283 Launch Sermon PlayerMost people long to have someone pursue them – to go to great lengths to display their love and devotion. In the story of Jonah, we see God go to tremendous length to show His love for Jonah. Likewise, in the gospel, we see the extreme lengths God went to to show His love […] Launch Sermon PlayerMost people long to have someone pursue them – to go to great lengths to display their love and devotion. In the story of Jonah, we see God go to tremendous length to show His love for Jonah. Likewise, in the gospel, we see the extreme No 31 31 Interrupted Life (Interrupted #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3715 https://share.transistor.fm/s/90253c7b Sun, 24 Jul 2016 13:40:40 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1999 Launch Sermon PlayerDon’t you just   hate interruptions? And yet, life is filled with them! So what should you do when a major interruption disrupts your everyday living? That’s what we look  at in this new series, “Interrupted.” Through this series, we will study the Old Testament book of Jonah, discovering how Jonah  messed up the […] Launch Sermon PlayerDon’t you just   hate interruptions? And yet, life is filled with them! So what should you do when a major interruption disrupts your everyday living? That’s what we look  at in this new series, “Interrupted.” Through this series, we w No 30 30 ReUnderstanding Baptism (#Unexpected #16) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3717 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6df9c1ff Mon, 18 Jul 2016 14:42:45 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2058 The final message in the #Unexpected teaching series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa, where we look at the baptism of Jesus, the prequel to the Sermon on the Mount. The final message in the #Unexpected teaching series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa, where we look at the baptism of Jesus, the prequel to the Sermon on the Mount. No 29 29 Don’t Follow a Flooded Fool (#Unexpected #15) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3719 https://share.transistor.fm/s/81b8e83b Sun, 10 Jul 2016 13:45:35 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2261 Part 15 in the #Unexpected teaching series, a study from the Sermon on the Mount at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's text is Matthew 7:24-29. Part 15 in the #Unexpected teaching series, a study from the Sermon on the Mount at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's text is Matthew 7:24-29. No 28 28 Be Stupid (#Unexpected #13) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3721 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0b5ebb2a Sun, 26 Jun 2016 13:48:25 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2017 Be Stupid is the 13th part of the #Unexpected series, a study from the Sermon on the Mount from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is from Matthew 7:7-12. Be Stupid is the 13th part of the #Unexpected series, a study from the Sermon on the Mount from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This week's passage is from Matthew 7:7-12. No 27 27 How to Judge (#Unexpected #12) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3723 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a11d8eed Tue, 21 Jun 2016 13:51:16 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2267 Here is the next part in Riverwood Church's #Unexpected series, a study of the Sermon on the Mount. This week, we learned how to judge the way Jesus teaches us to. Here is the next part in Riverwood Church's #Unexpected series, a study of the Sermon on the Mount. This week, we learned how to judge the way Jesus teaches us to. No 26 26 Don’t Get Your Panties in a Bunch (#Unexpected #11) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3725 https://share.transistor.fm/s/57c87b82 Sun, 12 Jun 2016 14:53:24 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2315 This message is Part 11 in the sermon series Unexpected a study of the Sermon on the Mount from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This message is Part 11 in the sermon series Unexpected a study of the Sermon on the Mount from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 25 25 How to Pray (#Unexpected #9) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3727 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6fd65766 Sun, 29 May 2016 13:56:30 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2172 This is part 9 of the #Unexpected message series from the Sermon on the Mount at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. This is part 9 of the #Unexpected message series from the Sermon on the Mount at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 24 24 Grace for Grace (#Unexpected #7) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3729 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e72d3764 Sun, 15 May 2016 14:59:05 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1653 Part 7 in the #Unexpected series, a study of the Sermon on the Mount from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. Part 7 in the #Unexpected series, a study of the Sermon on the Mount from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 23 23 People of The(ir) Word (#Unexpected #6) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3731 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7317dd53 Sun, 08 May 2016 16:01:57 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1991 People of The(ir) Word is part 6 in the #Unexpected sermon series about the Sermon on the Mount from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. People of The(ir) Word is part 6 in the #Unexpected sermon series about the Sermon on the Mount from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 22 22 ASK Lust Out (#Unexpected #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3733 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9a80979d Sun, 01 May 2016 14:05:16 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1948 Part 5 in the #Unexpected sermon series, a study of the Sermon on the Mount from the book of Matthew, chapters 5-7, from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. Part 5 in the #Unexpected sermon series, a study of the Sermon on the Mount from the book of Matthew, chapters 5-7, from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. No 21 21 Murder Your Anger at the Imago Dei (#Unexpected #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3735 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2d5f8217 Sun, 24 Apr 2016 15:09:41 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2204 Part 4 in the #Unexpected sermon series, a study of the Sermon on the Mount, from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. Part 4 in the #Unexpected sermon series, a study of the Sermon on the Mount, from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 20 20 Jesus the Abolitionist (#Unexpected #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3737 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1474c838 Sun, 17 Apr 2016 14:15:00 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1799 Jesus the Abolitionist is Part 3 in a study on the Sermon on the Mount, from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. Jesus the Abolitionist is Part 3 in a study on the Sermon on the Mount, from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 19 19 Be a Rubber Band (#Unexpected #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3739 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4a2e0567 Sun, 10 Apr 2016 13:20:22 -0500 riverwood riverwood 1870 Be a Rubber Band is the second message in the #Unexpected sermon series about the Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 5-7, from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. Be a Rubber Band is the second message in the #Unexpected sermon series about the Sermon on the Mount from Matthew 5-7, from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 18 18 Easter Changes Everything (Easter 2016) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3741 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cfc9feb2 Sun, 27 Mar 2016 14:23:36 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2314 Easter 2016 message from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa, entitled Easter Changes Everything. Easter 2016 message from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa, entitled Easter Changes Everything. No 17 17 Share the Truth (Putting Go Back in the Gospel #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3743 https://share.transistor.fm/s/83512867 Sun, 20 Mar 2016 14:27:29 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2258 Launch Sermon PlayerIf you are a follower of Jesus, then you have been given the most precious, valuable thing the universe has ever seen. It’s called the gospel. But you aren’t supposed to hoard it. It’s to be shared. The gospel possesses the power to repair  a person’s relationship with God, so it should be […] Launch Sermon PlayerIf you are a follower of Jesus, then you have been given the most precious, valuable thing the universe has ever seen. It’s called the gospel. But you aren’t supposed to hoard it. It’s to be shared. The gospel possesses the power to re No 16 16 Share Your Life (Putting Go Back in the Gospel #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3745 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2dddff22 Sun, 13 Mar 2016 14:31:38 -0500 riverwood riverwood 2251 Part 2 of the Putting Go Back in the Gospel series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's passage is from Luke 5:27-32. Part 2 of the Putting Go Back in the Gospel series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. This week's passage is from Luke 5:27-32. No 15 15 Share the Wealth (Putting GO Back in the Gospel #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3747 https://share.transistor.fm/s/37e377eb Sun, 06 Mar 2016 13:33:51 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2086 Part 1 of 3 of the Putting GO Back in the Gospel series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. Part 1 of 3 of the Putting GO Back in the Gospel series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. No 14 14 Love Is The Greatest (Redefining Love #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3749 https://share.transistor.fm/s/7dccd6b4 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 14:38:19 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1798 Part 4 of 4 in the Redefining Love series (a study of 1 Corinthians 13) from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. Part 4 of 4 in the Redefining Love series (a study of 1 Corinthians 13) from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. No 13 13 Love is Forever (Redefining Love #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3751 https://share.transistor.fm/s/197ddf38 Mon, 22 Feb 2016 14:43:56 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2136 Part 3 of the Redefining Love series, a study of 1 Corinthians 13 from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. Part 3 of the Redefining Love series, a study of 1 Corinthians 13 from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 12 12 Love Is Tough (Redefining Love #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3753 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b88806c6 Sun, 14 Feb 2016 13:46:25 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2005 Love is Tough is part 2 in the Redefining Love series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. Love is Tough is part 2 in the Redefining Love series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. No 11 11 Love is a Verb (Redefining Love #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3755 https://share.transistor.fm/s/cdd4485d Sun, 07 Feb 2016 14:49:41 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2153 Part 1 of a four-week series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA, looking at the topic of Love as defined by 1 Corinthians 13. Part 1 of a four-week series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA, looking at the topic of Love as defined by 1 Corinthians 13. No 10 10 State of the Church Address full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3757 https://share.transistor.fm/s/249857a1 Sun, 31 Jan 2016 14:52:41 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2676 A sermon from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa looking back at 2015 and ahead to 2016. A sermon from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa looking back at 2015 and ahead to 2016. No 9 9 New Will (New You #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3759 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b25af429 Sun, 24 Jan 2016 13:55:46 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2255 Launch Sermon PlayerSo far in this “New You” series, we’ve seen that in order to set and meet our spiritual resolutions, we need a New Leader (aka Jesus), we need New Rhythms, and we need a New Outlook. But there is one critical component that we must talk about. It’s a must-have step to keeping […] Launch Sermon PlayerSo far in this “New You” series, we’ve seen that in order to set and meet our spiritual resolutions, we need a New Leader (aka Jesus), we need New Rhythms, and we need a New Outlook. But there is one critical component that we must tal No 8 8 New Outlook (New You #3) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3761 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0af99795 Sun, 17 Jan 2016 14:00:32 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2226 Part 3 of the New You teaching series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA, all about setting and keeping spiritual resolutions. Part 3 of the New You teaching series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA, all about setting and keeping spiritual resolutions. No 7 7 New Rhythms (New You #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3763 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c81d3d82 Sun, 10 Jan 2016 15:03:19 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2958 Part 2 in the New You series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa, a teaching series about establishing spiritual New Year's resolutions. Part 2 in the New You series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa, a teaching series about establishing spiritual New Year's resolutions. No 6 6 New Leadership (New You #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3765 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1368dcdc Sun, 03 Jan 2016 15:05:56 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2769 Part 1 of the New You series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA, a series all about setting and keeping spiritual New Year's Resolutions. Part 1 of the New You series from Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA, a series all about setting and keeping spiritual New Year's Resolutions. No 5 5 Seek Trust (Seek #5) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3767 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3d0b1666 Sun, 27 Dec 2015 15:33:02 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1924 Part 5 of 5 in the Seek series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. Part 5 of 5 in the Seek series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 4 4 Seek Hope (Seek #4) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3769 https://share.transistor.fm/s/aa2d7f7c Sun, 20 Dec 2015 13:36:31 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2035 Part 4 of 5 of the Seek Advent series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. Part 4 of 5 of the Seek Advent series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. No 3 3 Seek Meaning (Seek #2) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3771 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f0154dff Sun, 06 Dec 2015 14:36:43 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2102 Part 2 of 5 in the Seek Advent series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. Part 2 of 5 in the Seek Advent series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, Iowa. No 2 2 Seek Contentment (Seek #1) full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3773 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6039bf89 Sun, 29 Nov 2015 14:38:30 -0600 riverwood riverwood 2048 Part 1 of 5 in the Seek Advent series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. Part 1 of 5 in the Seek Advent series at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. No 1 1 Abounding in Thanksgiving full http://weareriverwood.org/?post_type=ctc_sermon&p=3775 https://share.transistor.fm/s/81b5ced3 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 15:41:52 -0600 riverwood riverwood 1052 Abounding in Thanksgiving is a stand-alone message from Colossians 2:6-7, as part of the annual Thanksgiving Worship Gathering at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. Abounding in Thanksgiving is a stand-alone message from Colossians 2:6-7, as part of the annual Thanksgiving Worship Gathering at Riverwood Church in Waverly, IA. No