Exploring Faith

In this episode of Exploring Faith, Shane and Nikelle share their powerful journey out of a closed, legalistic religious system known as the "Two-by-Twos." Raised in it for generations, they grew up believing they were part of the only true way. But years of unanswered questions, hidden abuse, fear, and spiritual confusion eventually pushed them to search for something real.

Pastor Dave Barber talks with Liz about her journey from emptiness to new life in Christ. She shares how God met her in an unexpected moment, transformed her heart, and gave her a passion to boldly live sent by sharing the gospel with others.

Bonnie Smith shares her journey from a painful childhood and brokenness to finding hope in Christ. Through God’s relentless love and the support of mentors, her life was transformed—and now she carries that same hope to others.

In our very first episode of the River Valley Church podcast, Pastor Dave Barber sits down with Shelley Olson—known to many as one of the electric guitarist on the worship team on Sundays. Shelley shares her powerful testimony of transformation: from growing up without faith, to living the wild life of a rocker, to a radical encounter with God that changed everything. Through sobriety, unexpected...