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Church! Our scripture this past Sunday was so powerful. Galatians 4:1–7 reminds us of something easy to forget in the middle of real-time everyday life: We are no longer slaves. We are sons and daughters. There was a time when we lived like heirs who didn’t know who we were. We carried burdens we were… Read More »

Church Family, One of the things I love most about being your pastor is getting to watch God work in your lives. I get to see quiet acts of faith that most people never notice. I see people serve when no one is watching. I see prayers prayed through laughter and tears, generosity that costs… Read More »

Hey Church! A few important things…. Easter is coming! Can you believe it? We will be printing banners, making a video, and spreading the word online. People choose to fight way too much over things they can’t control, change or even comprehend. Will you join us in the fight FOR people’s souls as we INVITE INVITE INVITE people to… Read More »

Church! It’s ALMOST HERE!!! Marriage Conference is THIS weekend! But its not too late to register! Whether you are newlyweds or oldyweds — this will be a gamechanger! Our first Marriage Conference is February 13-14 —thats right, Valentine’s Day weekend — and I promise you this will be epic for your home! Tommy & Lana Spencer from the… Read More »

Fam! You will definitely want to be here this Sunday to help us welcome our new Worship Pastor, Blake Herrington, his wife, Jordan, and their sweet children Miles and Edith (and one on the way!) to The River! Blake comes with a heart for authentic worship, a deep love for the local church, and a… Read More »

Church! First of all, Ashley and I want to sincerely thank you for lifting us up in prayer on Sunday morning — and continuously. Knowing that our church family is praying for us means more than we can adequately express. We are surrounded by your love, encouragement, and God’s presence in a very real way.… Read More »

River Fam, As we begin 2026, let’s choose to start strong—on purpose. God is inviting us to walk wisely, not casually, and to live with intention in every area of our lives. Scripture reminds us: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the… Read More »

Men of The River! I am so excited for how God has been moving through the Men here at The River! If you have been to one of our Second Saturdays recently you have heard me talking about the Warrior Way. If you have not been, I want to encourage you to come and be a part.… Read More »

Intentionality. From a Christian perspective, intentionality is about living, choosing, and acting with purpose that aligns with God’s will, rather than drifting through life by habit, impulse, or self-centered goals. It means choosing, again and again, to align our hearts, actions, and direction with God’s purpose—through love, obedience, and reliance on grace. A Christian life is not… Read More »

River Family, As we celebrate the gift of Christmas, we are holding your family close in our thoughts and prayers. This season reminds us that true peace is not found in perfect circumstances, but in God’s presence among us. Scripture tells us, “For unto us a child is born… and He shall be called the Prince… Read More »