A Church That Cares Series - Courageous Compassion

“A Church That Cares” concludes with Joe continuing through the book of Acts, highlighting the start of a formalized compassion ministry through the start of “deacons” as the early church sought compassion for their community’s growing needs.

A Church That Cares Series - Environment For Encouragement

In the first week of “A Church That Cares”, Pastor Joe teaches through the book of Acts: looking at the ways in which the early church cared for one another in the midst of being on mission, as well as the specific roles Barnabas played in supporting and encouraging Paul after his transition to Christianity.

Wide Awake Series - Agents Of Reconciliation

The Wide Awake Series concludes with Pastor Travis teaching through 2 Corinthians 5: 14-21, looking at the fact that those in Chris Jesus are compelled by his love to be agents of reconciliation.

Wide Awake Series - God's Handiwork

Joe walks through Ephesians 2:8-10, highlighting value and opportunity for Christ followers who have fully realized the beauty of the gospel.

Wide Awake Series - Zacchaeus

As Wide Awake continues, Joe teaches through Christ’s posture towards Zacchaeus, and his personal transformation after accepting Christ’s invitation.

Wide Awake Series - The Lost Sons

Pastor Joe talks through Jesus’ parable of the prodigal son - looking at the very different postures from two “lost” sons… and a generous love from their father in the midst of their actions.

Wide Awake Series - The Lost Coin

Travis Ross continues through Luke 15:8-10, explaining the meaning of our value and purpose to God through Christ’s parable of the lost coin.

Wide Awake Series - The Lost Sheep

Riverbend Elder, Jesse continues through Luke 15 - communicating the priceless value God has placed on every human, as well as the danger of apathy, pride and fear in our lives.

Labels Series - Shamed to Secured

The conclusion of our “Labels Series” looks at the differences between shame and guilt - and the fact that Jesus’ death, burial and resurrection ultimately puts shame to death in the life of those who find their identity in Christ.

Labels Series - Wounded to Healed

“Do you want to get well?”, These are the words Jesus asked a sick and wounded man in John 5. Listen to see how we can learn to take the necessary steps from a posture of being wounded to a life of healing ourselves and others.

Labels Series - Abandoned to Adopted

A fitting teaching for Mother’s Day - Pastor Joe teaches on the importance of living in light of being a child of God, and the profound impact it makes in our posture towards others.

Labels Series - Anxious to Peaceful

Pastor Joe continues through the Labels Series, looking at Peter’s posture before Christ while walking on water… a lesson on focus and trust in the midst of anxiety.

Labels Series - Weak to Strong

Pastor Joe looks to 2 Corinthians 12, revealing a vulnerable note from Paul and his dependance on God in the midst of personal weaknesses.

Labels Series - Death to New Life

Riverbend’s Easter Sunday gathering! Pastor Joe Kicks off a new series - looking at the significance of Christs resurrection and the freedom provided for everyone who puts their faith in Him.

The Way Of Love Series - United Around Christ

Pastor Travis Ross continues through John 17 - Addressing Christ’s personal prayer for unity within the church.

The Way Of Love Series - Trading Grief For Joy

Pastor Travis Ross continues through John 16. Looking to the promise Jesus made the disciples that their impending grief would surely be traded for Joy.

The Way Of Love Series - Loving When Hated

Pastor Joseph looks to John 15 and 16 to understand Christ’s capacity to love when hated.

The Way Of Love Series - Relationship Status

What is your relationship status with Jesus? Pastor Joe looks to Jesus example of "The Vine" in John 15.

The Way Of Love Series - John 14 (Continued)

Pastor Travis continues through John 14, highlighting the power and importance of the holy spirit in the growth of understanding Christ.

The Way Of Love Series - John 14

Pastor Joe continues through the book of John, highlighting Christ’s pursuit and love for the disciples even in their failures.