AFTERWORDS: A Riverview Church Podcast

Jason talks with Pastor Tony about his sabbatical and some of the things he learned and experienced over the summer. Then, they talk about week 3 in the Connect series, focusing on how we connect with the church through service. Tony explains the importance of understanding that we all have gifts, and encourages us to consider how we might use those to serve within Riv. Subscribe to our Messages p...

Jason talks with James, Jordan, and Hezekiah for a conversation about the complexities of human connection within Christian community. They explore the tension between our innate desire for belonging and the challenges we face in building authentic relationships. They also discuss the barriers to vulnerability, the importance of creating space for community, and the transformative power of Jesus i...

In this episode of the Afterwards Podcast, Jason talks with Pastor Justin about his recent message and the concept of connecting with God. We explore the difference between a one-time connection at salvation and the ongoing relationship God desires with us. Justin also shares his thoughts on the distractions that pull us away from this relationship, emphasizing the importance of intentional practi...

Jason talks with Jordan Allen about his message from both the Westside and REO Town venues, called "The Broken and the Beautiful." Jordan shares his experiences and insights from teaching through Matthew 14, focusing on the themes of recognizing beauty and brokenness in our daily lives. The conversation explores the importance of lament, the significance of rest, and how these practices help us co...

In this episode of the Afterwards Podcast, we explore two impactful messages from our recent series. Pastor James shares how missional living and stepping out of comfort zones have catalyzed his spiritual growth, while Pastor Justin delves into the pervasive issue of offense and the transformative power of grace in overcoming it. Join us as we unpack these insights and discover how our perspective...

Jason talks with Hezekiah Trevino and Ethan Ezekian about their messages from the Trained by Grace series. Listen to Ethan's message (Holt) Listen to Hezekiah's message (REO Town) Listen to James' message (Westside) New City Catechism Mobile App Union Church, Howell, Michigan Subscribe to our Messages podcast (Apple Podcasts / Spotify ) Visit us online: rivchurch.com Follow us on Instagram Send us...

Jason talks with Noel about the new series,  Trained by Grace , and how the result of grace isn't just about salvation, but about a changed life here and now. Titus 2:11-14: For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people, instructing us to deny godlessness and worldly lusts and to live in a sensible, righteous, and godly way in the present age, while we wait for the blessed h...

As we wrap up the Cruciformed Series, Jason talks with James, Hezekiah, and Jordan Allen about their messages from 2 Corinthians 13:1-13. Listen to James' Message (Holt) Listen to Hezekiah's Message (REO Town) Listen to Jordan's Message (Westside) This is the third time I am coming to you. Every matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses. I gave a warning when I was pres...

Jason talks with Noel about the early church, miracles, parenting, and why Noel is taking a social media fast during the month of July. They also dive into some closing thoughts on the Cruciformed series and the book of 2 Corinthians. 2 Corinthians 12:11-21: I have been a fool; you forced it on me. You ought to have commended me, since I am not in any way inferior to those “super-apostles,” even t...

Jason talks with Pastor Justin and guest teacher, Jordan Allen, about their messages from 2 Corinthians 12:1-10. They cover how Paul's view of weakness is different from the worldly view, why God wouldn't just take away the thorn, and why Jesus' grace truly is sufficient. There's also talk about how both Justin and Jordan got into ministry, and some recurring conversation about Batman. It's a long...

Jason talks with Noel about his message from 2 Corinthians 11:16-33: Watch Noel's terrifying video I repeat: Let no one consider me a fool. But if you do, at least accept me as a fool so that I can also boast a little. What I am saying in this matter of boasting, I don’t speak as the Lord would, but as it were, foolishly. Since many boast according to the flesh, I will also boast. For you, being s...

Jason talks to Noel about his message from 2 Corinthians 11:1-15. They talk about "super-apostles," why we can trust the bible, and what it's like preaching about difficult topics. I wish you would put up with a little foolishness from me. Yes, do put up with me! For I am jealous for you with a godly jealousy, because I have promised you in marriage to one husband — to present a pure virgin to Chr...

Jason talks with Noel about his message from 2 Corinthians 10:7-18, as well as Riverview's history with Michigan State, and why it's an important piece of the future of the ministry here. Look at what is obvious. If anyone is confident that he belongs to Christ, let him remind himself of this: Just as he belongs to Christ, so do we. For if I boast a little too much about our authority, which the L...

Jason talks with Steve Sommerlot, James Granger, Hezekiah Trevino about their messages from 2 Corinthians 10:1-6. They also spend time talking about how Steve came to Michigan to plant a church, what he's been up to lately, and why it has been so long since we last heard him teach on a Sunday Morning at Riverview. Listen to Steve's Message Listen to James' Message Listen to Hezekiah's Message Now...

Jason talks with Pastor Justin and Hezekiah Trevino, our Pastoral Resident, about their messages from 2 Corinthians 9:1-15. Now concerning the ministry to the saints, it is unnecessary for me to write to you. For I know your eagerness, and I boast about you to the Macedonians, “Achaia has been ready since last year,” and your zeal has stirred up most of them. But I am sending the brothers so that...

Jason talks with Noel about math, numbers, budgets, an update from the Entrust Campaign, and why he doesn't get to vote on Riverview's Board of Trustees. All of that comes from Noel's message from 2 Corinthians 8:16-24: Thanks be to God, who put the same concern for you into the heart of Titus. For he welcomed our appeal and, being very diligent, went out to you by his own choice. We have sent wit...

Jason talks with Noel about his message from 2 Corinthians 8:1-15: Listen to Noel's message We want you to know, brothers and sisters, about the grace of God that was given to the churches of Macedonia: During a severe trial brought about by affliction, their abundant joy and their extreme poverty overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. I can testify that, according to their ability an...

Jason talks with Noel about what membership means at Riv, the Holy Spirit as a person, why counseling shouldn't have a stigma attached, what the evidence of repentance looks like, and why the church needs more sinners. Oh, and they talk about Noel's message from 2 Corinthians 7:11-16: For consider how much diligence this very thing — this grieving as God wills — has produced in you: what a desire...

Jason talks with Noel about his message from 2 Corinthians 7:2-10, and how Godly grief leads us to change not just the way we behave, but the way we think--and live. Listen to Noel's message Make room for us in your hearts. We have wronged no one, corrupted no one, taken advantage of no one. I don’t say this to condemn you, since I have already said that you are in our hearts, to die together and...

Jason talks to Pastor James about his message from 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1 and the two talk about James' ministry story, where he got a 125-year-old yoke, and whether Christians should only eat at Chick-fil-A (no, but that sounds delicious). Listen to James' message Listen to Tony's message Do not be yoked together with those who do not believe. For what partnership is there between righteousness a...

Jason and Noel talk about Noel's message from 2 Corinthians 6:3-13, and touch on Riv's mission statement, the priesthood of all believers, and how to stumble together without being a stumbling block. Listen to Noel's Message We are not giving anyone an occasion for offense, so that the ministry will not be blamed. Instead, as God’s ministers, we commend ourselves in everything: by great endurance,...

Jason talks with Noel, Tony, and Justin about their Easter messages from 2 Corinthians 5:16-6:2, and uncovers some important truths about reconciliation, our role as ambassadors, and the nature of soup. It'll all make sense, we promise. Listen to Noel's Message Listen to Tony's Message Listen to Justin's Message From now on, then, we do not know anyone from a worldly perspective. Even if we have k...

This week, Jason and Noel talk about Noel's message from 2 Corinthians 5:11-15. Noel also gives us an overview of Riv's stance on Baptism, and we explore what it looks like to be an evangelistic church. Listen to Noel's Message Therefore, since we know the fear of the Lord, we try to persuade people. What we are is plain to God, and I hope it is also plain to your consciences. We are not commendin...

Jason talks with Tony Pyle, our Westside Venue Director, and Hezekiah Trevino, our Pastoral Resident, about their messages from 2 Corinthians 5:1-10. They also talk about what on earth Paul means by "the judgment seat of Christ," and why Bible translations change over time. Listen to Tony's message. Listen to Hezekiah's message. Listen to Brad Kidder's message from the Holt Venue. "For we know tha...

Jason talks with Noel about his message from last weekend from 2 Corinthians 4:7-18, as well as a few off-topic items, like Communion. Listen to Noel's message here "Now we have this treasure in clay jars, so that this extraordinary power may be from God and not from us. We are afflicted in every way but not crushed; we are perplexed but not in despair; we are persecuted but not abandoned; we are...