Riverside Church of Christ

What if generosity isn’t simply something God asks us to practice, but a gift of grace that God gives us to experience?

It may be hard to imagine that the God who created the universe cares about us, but that is the heart of our life-changing story.

We don’t have to carry the weight of the world because the power of God is at work through imperfect people.

What if meaning and purpose in life comes not from the good decisions we make, but from surrendering to the one we can trust more than we trust ourselves?

What if the things that feel like contradictions in the Christian life are actually the places where we discover the wisdom and comfort of God?

Every time we gather to worship, we invite one another deeper into the life and love of God.

What does it mean to call God “great” in a world where everything is competing to be greater? Psalm 145 and Colossians 1 invite us to rediscover the greatness of God.

Music stays with us because it shapes us. Throughout Scripture, God uses song to anchor truth deep in our hearts, helping us remember, connect, and respond. When we sing, we are not just expressing emotion, we are embedding our shared story of God’s goodness and redemption.

God is in the business of redemption, yet He often chooses to work through ordinary people to accomplish it. As we close the story of Ruth, the life of Boaz shows us what it looks like to step in, pray boldly, and be used by God to bring restoration to others.

Everyone is pursuing something but not everything leads to redemption. Ruth’s story points us toward a deeper truth: faith is actively moving toward the One who can truly redeem. The question is, are we aware of our need and are we actually taking steps toward Jesus?

We love redemption stories, but do we actually believe they’re possible for us? The book of Ruth reminds us that God doesn’t write in periods, but in ellipses… even in loss and uncertainty, He is still at work, turning unfinished stories into something beautiful.

God’s redemption story is often written through ordinary people living ordinary lives.

As we prayer for others we embrace the mystery of God’s love.

When we pray together, we don’t just speak to God—we learn to recognize His voice, His will, and His call.

Constant dissatisfaction keeps us restless, even when life is good. Scripture shows us how gratitude and prayer can anchor us in something deeper.

It may feel awkward at first, but praying together might be one of the most powerful ways God forms us.

The resurrection doesn’t just change what we believe—it changes the reality we live in.

When life exposes who we’re not, the cross shows us who Jesus is and why that changes everything.

Easter can’t change us if we’re not ready—Jesus invites us to face the cross so we can receive the life on the other side.

The kingdom of heaven isn’t always obvious, but Jesus invites his followers to learn how to search for where God is already at work.

The kingdom of heaven isn’t always obvious, but Jesus invites his followers to learn how to search for where God is already at work.

Our guest speaker, Brock Paulk, brought an important message on Jesus’ invitation to grow our confidence in faith from Matthew 14.

The love, mercy, and grace you’ve been given were never meant to stop with you.

The difference between following Jesus and resisting Him may be as simple — and as hard — as laying down your defenses.

What if the loudest “do nots” of Jesus are actually pointing us to the quiet confidence of trusting our heavenly Father?

Before challenging our lives, Jesus prepares our hearts by announcing blessing, identity, and hope.

Jesus calls us beyond rule-keeping and rule-ignoring into a transformed life shaped by grace and surrender

Jesus begins his ministry with a simple invitation—follow me—and it’s a call meant for every one of us.

Discipleship begins with a question of allegiance, and Matthew helps us see why Jesus is the right answer.

When the glow of Christmas fades and real life presses back in, God offers us a hope that is deeper, stronger, and more resilient than our circumstances.

In the birth of Jesus, anxious hearts discover the hope of a God who is with us.

In the midst of disappointment, Jesus reveals a hope that is bigger than ourselves, our expectations, and our circumstances.

Repentance isn’t about shame—it’s the hopeful step that opens our lives to God’s future.

In a world full of things that fade, Advent invites us to rediscover the only hope that endures.

This week we reflect on the kind of soul-deep rest God offers when we remember who we are and who He is.

Eddie Sharp is our guest preacher continuing our Be Still series on the importance of silence.

Sometimes the silence of solitude reveals the noise within us—and the gentle voice of God beyond it.

What if the most productive thing you could do this week is stop — and let God remind you that He is God, and you are His?

The goal of our mission is worship—and our worship fuels the mission God’s called us to.

What if the words you’ve heard a hundred times from Jesus still have something new to say to your life right now?

When we forget what matters most, Jesus lovingly confronts us—not to shame us, but to call us back to lives of justice, mercy, and love.

How do we make sure that we are engaging in the things that matter most to God? It starts with a commitment to give ourselves fully to God. Reach Out Honduras video can be watched here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lmjwN6LDJCo&feature=youtu.be

In a world full of noise, fear, and division, God calls the church to stand firm in Christ and stay focused on what truly matters.

What if the invisible space between us isn’t empty—but filled with the Holy Spirit, shaping every relationship we have?

Unity doesn’t happen by accident—it’s a path we choose to walk together, one step of humility, patience, and grace at a time.

Before we chase power through programs or influence, Paul invites us to kneel and discover the true source of a church’s strength: the immeasurable love of Christ that unites and fills us.

In a divided world, the Church is called to remember who we are—a miraculous community of peace, brought together by the Prince of Peace.

What if true unity in the church isn’t something we achieve, but a gift we receive from the God who’s already done the work?

When Jesus welcomed children with open arms, he wasn’t just being kind—he was showing us what the Kingdom looks like, and calling us to make sure nothing stands in the way.

What does it take to pass on a living, burning faith to the next generation—and how can we help fan that flame into something powerful and lasting?

This week, Jeff Brooks, senior minister for Lake Cities Church of Christ shares with us from the story of Gideon.

Grady King continued the series Ordinary People, Extraordinary God with a lesson on Barnabas and encouragement.

Dr Paul Day continued the series Ordinary People, Extraordinary God with a lesson on Philemon & Onesimus.

The good news of Jesus isn’t confined by geography, background, or expectations—and neither is His love.

Jason continued the series Ordinary People, Extraordinary God with a lesson on Naaman and embracing God’s way.

When God works in ways we don’t expect, will we choose pride—or embrace the mystery with love, humility, and worship?

Join us as we explore how ordinary obedience becomes extraordinary when rooted in God’s redeeming love.

What does it look like to follow God when you’re caught in the middle of conflict—and could one overlooked woman in Scripture hold the key to peace?

In a world where so many feel invisible, today we explore the powerful stories of two overlooked women who discovered the extraordinary truth that God sees, hears, and deeply knows us all.

What if prayer isn’t just about talking to God, but about seeing the world the way He does—and letting go of the illusions that hold us back?

What if worship isn’t just praising God, but a way of living generously? Join us as we explore this idea.

“In a world where your attention is under constant attack, what would it look like to give your deepest focus to the One who truly deserves it?”

What if true worship doesn’t hide our pain, but brings it honestly to God—transforming lament into a sacred act of trust?

When life feels out of tune—especially in our relationship with God—worship becomes the intentional, sacrificial response that helps realign our hearts with His.

“What if the resurrection isn’t the end of the story—but your invitation to step into it?” On Easter Sunday we celebrate an “ending” that begins something new.

“What if the path to true power and kingship doesn’t bypass suffering—but goes straight through the cross?” This week we sit in the shadow of the cross and reflect on what the answer to this question means for us and for the world.

Just before he is arrested, Jesus spends a tense yet transformative moment with his disciples over a Passover meal. This week, we explore what that meal and that moment continue to do in our lives today.Just before he is arrested, Jesus spends a tense yet transformative moment with his disciples over a Passover meal. This week, we explore what that meal and that moment continue to do in our lives today.

Just as Jesus challenged the misplaced faith of the religious leaders his time, He calls us to examine where we place our trust—asking us to recognize where we have focused on the wrong things in our lives.

This Sunday, our guest preacher, Matt McBryde, continued our series Servant King in the book of Mark.

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this sermon, we explore how true discipleship isn’t about seeking power or status, but about seeing the world through Jesus’ eyes and embracing a life of sacrificial love.

In Mark 9, three of Jesus’ disciples witness an awe-inspiring moment in which Jesus’ appearance is changed and they see his true glory. This week we explore what this sacred glimpse at who Jesus truly was meant for the disciples and still means for us.

This week we explore the beautiful story in which Peter claims that Jesus is the Messiah as well as the challenging story that follows in which Peter learns that making that claim doesn’t mean you have everything figured out.

The feeding of 5000 is one of Jesus’ most famous miracles. But, it is more than just a supernatural production of food. What does this miracle tell us about Jesus and the kind of king he is in our lives?

In Mark we see Jesus do lots of miracles and healings. But, what do we learn about him from these incredible stories. In this sermon we'll see how Jesus uses two healings to challenge the way we order the world.

In the beginning of his gospel, Mark focuses on the ways that several groups react to Jesus. As we begin and exploration of Mark, we’ll try to find ourselves in these groups as we approach Jesus.

This week we explore the role of elders in the life of the church.

In his letter to the Colossians Paul says that our conversations with others should be full of grace and seasoned with salt. This week, we’ll explore what that means for our everyday lives.

We all know the negative impact of words, but what about the positive things that words can do? This week we’ll explore some of the ways that the Spirit can work in our speech to bring life to others.

What does it mean to be people who tell the truth in a world where the truth feels like it is up for grabs? This week we explore the answer to that question from the words of Jesus and the positive impact that telling the truth can have on our world.

Our language has power. This is a truth that many of us learn the hard way in life. This week, we’ll explore what it means to surrender our hearts and our speech back to the God who gave them to us.

Waiting on God can be challenging, but what if those challenges are opportunities to lean deeper into our trust in God? This week we’ll explore this idea by looking at the lives of Mary and Paul.

How do we respond when God shows up to fulfill promises on which we’ve been waiting? This week, we explore that question by following the praise and worship we see in the story of Jesus’ birth.

This week we continue our look at the ministry and message of John the Baptist, a prophetic voice who prepared the way of Jesus by calling people to wait for the Messiah with hearts of compassion.

What if waiting for God is not a passive experience, but a lifestyle oriented toward God in all we do? This week, we look at the story of John the Baptist to learn what this life looks like.

Waiting is a big part of our spiritual walk with God. But, why? And what does it look like to wait well for God?

It’s no surprise to most of us that the Kingdom of God is ordered differently than the kingdoms of the world. The question is: how can we learn to see people and the world the way that Jesus does?

In order to truly sell out to living in the Kingdom of God we have to know and trust the king. What is it about Jesus that lets us know we can trust him?

Good news does something to us. It is meant encourage and inspire. In this sermon, we’ll explore how the good news of the Kingdom of God impacts our lives.

As we end our series on baptism’s, this week’s sermon explores the new identity God gives us in baptism.

In this week’s sermon, we explore the connection between baptism, the Holy Spirit, and the Christian community.

Jason Graves continues the series on the importance of baptism.