River Church UK

Tithing for Today First Mention Tithing vs Tithing Under The Law

The book choice of guest speaker Sami (St Mary's Marlow Bottom) is Paul's letter to the Philippians. Whilst this book covers Joy, Jesus, Joy in difficult circumstances, Humility, Confidence in Jesus, Contentment, Prayer (and Joy again), Sami focuses on Humility: the motivation, the model and the mindset.

A Tale 0f three Kings When we are faced with human conflict, we can make a choice on how we are going to respond. The stories of Saul, David, and Absalom in 1 and 2 Samuel, show three examples of responses we can make. Jesus gives us a prime positive example which we can learn from as well. So, when we are angry then like David leave room for God to resolve matters and as far as it is up to us we...

Nigel overviews the book of Exodus - the "Way Out". Its main themes are a) God’s intervention in human history b) Human sinfulness & idolatry and c) The "problem" of God's Presence. His takeaways from the book are that: a) Idolatry is an ever-present temptation for humanity b) The price that Jesus paid is immense and c) we need to appreciate more deeply the 'other-ness' of God.

Preparing the Bride part 2, looks at our Relationship with The Lord the way it was intended to be

How to Walk Worthy of Our Calling Learning from the Word of God about the price of our salvation so we appreciate the great gift we have been given.

Ezekiel was a priest and prophet but somewhat peculiar with it - and, some might say, perverse and paranoid. Be warned - the book has some quite disturbing sections as well as strange and potentially confusing imagery. But it's in the Bible for a reason, so well worth wrestling with.

Regular guest speaker Matt Hyam explains why John's Gospel is one of his favourite Bible books. "For God loved the world so much that He gave His only son, so that everyone who trusts in Him may no longer be perishing but may have the life of the age to come, right now.

Unshaken Faith Cast your cares on God as he cares for you. Discover 5 practical keys to help you cast your cares on God in this season.

Andy kicks off our new series where each week the speaker will overview one of their favourite Bible books, explaining why it is so special to them and what its message is to us today. Andy's go-to book is Ephesians.

Preparing The Bride A look at what it means to keep prepared for The Lord, The Bridegroom.

I have hidden your word within my heart so I might not sin against you Psalm 119:11 When we become a Christian, we have a new identity being a follower of Jesus. Lots to learn but the old has passed away and all things are new. As the bible says we have been born again. We are on a discipleship journey, we learn from the Holy Spirit, from the teachings in the bible and from each other in Church. G...

Jonah's Story Mercy in Action, Love in Motion, Grace in Turmoil and Salvation in Surrender.

Jehovah El Roi The God who sees us. We may feel forgotten, overlooked, unseen & unheard, but God always sees us

Reading The Word, reminding ourselves what God has said, repeating His promises and praying them, transform our minds, the atmosphere and our circumstances

Repent, be Baptized and be filled with the Holy Spirit. Being baptized mirrors Jesus' own baptism in the Jordan River, identifying the believer completely with His mission. For us the old has passed away behold all things are new. As believers are baptized, they are welcomed into the family of God, receiving the assurance that they are deeply loved and chosen.

Ahead of our gathering by the Thames next Sunday, Paul explains what we believe about Baptism; for example why we baptise believers rather than young children, and fully immerse rather than sprinkle

A collection of thoughts based on Haggai 2:3-9 and Isaiah 60 to inspire the Church to look forward, serve each other and the community, knowing the best is still to come.

Guest speaker Graham from St Mary's Marlow Bottom describes why he loves local church

When all feels lost - our hope is in God When everything feels lost and there is no hope, God is more than able to rescue and restore (Apologies, said 'Simon son of John', should be Simon son of Jonah')

Al explains the essence of our message of Hope to all those we meet: - A Peace that steadies - A Transformation that lasts - Empowered by God - Rooted in knowing Jesus

Jehovah Jireh, The Lord will provide One of the names of Our Father God is Jehovah Jireh. The Lord will provide. Abraham said, "God will provide for Himself the Lamb for a burnt offering"

Samson was a gifted man called by God to achieve a specific calling. Sadly his character caused him some serious problems. God in His grace enabled Samson to achieve his goal but at great personal expense.

Gift of Faith Looking at the Holy Spirit Gift of Faith and how it appears in the Bible, as well as in our lives.

His Banner over Us when we understand who we are and who we belong to, we have confidence to step out in His power