Rise City Church

Joy is something we all want—but many of us tie it to seasons, circumstances, or how life is going in the moment. In this message, Pastor Bobby reminds us that real joy runs deeper than happiness and isn’t dependent on what’s happening around us. Through Scripture and honest stories, we’re invited to see that joy is found in one place: the presence of God. Even in difficult seasons, busy moments,...

In this week’s message, Pastor Bobby unpacks what it means to live fully on mission for God — without getting pulled off course. Through Luke 9:57–62 and the story of Nehemiah, we see how the enemy uses mockery, distraction, and accusation to derail God’s people, and how prayer, discernment, and steadfast obedience keep us aligned with God’s purpose. If you’ve felt worn down, divided, or tempted t...

A single man returned to Jesus after being healed—and his response reveals something deeper than gratitude. This week, we explore how thankfulness exposes the condition of our hearts and draws us closer to God. True gratitude isn’t just polite—it’s spiritual. It’s what turns blessing into worship and keeps our faith alive. If you’ve been going through life without stopping to acknowledge the Giver...

Real transformation doesn’t come from trying harder—it comes from the Holy Spirit working within us. This week, Pastor Bobby unpacks how staying rooted in Christ produces the fruit of the Spirit and shapes who we’re becoming from the inside out. If you’ve been striving for change, this message reminds you: the Spirit is already doing the work.

When Jesus told His disciples it was better for Him to leave, they didn’t understand why. But His promise of the Holy Spirit changed everything. In this message, Pastor Bobby shares how the Holy Spirit is not distant, confusing, or optional—but essential to our daily walk with Jesus. You’ll learn how His presence brings conviction, guidance, and power for real transformation. You’ll discover: ✅ W...

What do you do when life burns the very thing God promised? When everything you built goes up in flames, is that the end—or the beginning? In this powerful and hope-filled message, guest speaker Pastor Israel Campbell shares how God told Jeremiah to “get another scroll” after everything was lost—and how that same God still restores and rewrites stories today. If you’ve ever faced loss, disappointm...

When Jesus rose from the grave, He didn’t just prove His power—He showed us that He meets us right where we are. In this message, Pastor Bobby explores how the risen Christ came alongside His followers in surprising and deeply personal ways. These encounters reveal moments of grief, doubt, and failure—yet also hope, restoration, and life-changing presence. They remind us that no matter what we’re...

When tragedy strikes and the church faces pressure, how do we respond? In this message, Pastor Bobby looks at how Jesus and the early church navigated moments of loss, persecution, and uncertainty—and what it means for us today. You’ll discover: ✅ Why our first response must be to go to God in prayer and scripture ✅ How to show compassion even in seasons of grief ✅ What it means to live boldly...

This week at Rise City Church, Pastor Jeremy unpacks some of the craziest moments in the Bible—times when people made choices that leave us asking, “What were they thinking?” But even more important, this message turns the question back on us: “What does God think about us?”

This week at Rise, we’re taking a break from our sermon series to look at what Scripture teaches about community. Together, we’ll discover God’s heart for being involved in each other’s lives and the importance of surrounding ourselves with a Christ-centered church family.

This week we wrap up our sermon series The Patriarchs. Pastor Bobby shares the story of Jacob’s redemption and the moment when God changes his name to Israel. In this powerful message, we’ll learn how to respond to God in painful seasons and why it’s so important to hold on tightly to Him when life feels uncertain.

In this message from our series The Patriarchs, Pastor Bobby walks us through key moments in the lives of Jacob, Leah, and Rachel—moments of struggle, brokenness, and taking matters into their own hands. Through it all, we see how God’s faithfulness still shows up and His purposes continue to unfold.

This Sunday at Rise City Church was Youth Sunday! Our youth team and students led the entire service, and it was such an incredible morning. We heard from a youth panel of students and leaders as they shared some of their favorite memories from camp. Pastor Anthony then brought a powerful message, reminding us that the same God our students encounter at camp is the same God who is always with us—a...

As we wrap up our series The Patriarchs, Pastor Bobby takes us deeper into the life of Jacob—exploring how a single encounter with God transformed him forever. We’ll see how God still works in powerful ways today, and what part we play in responding to His call.

This weekend at Rise City Church we continue our series "The Patriarchs", as pastor Bobby walks us through a pivotal moment in the life of Jacob and his brother Esau- looking at the mistakes that were made, the promises from God, and asking ourselves "what from God am I treating TOO casually?".

This week Pastor Bobby takes us through another week in the Patriarchs series- walking through the life of now Isaac and how we are called to do just as he did and "Re-Dig our wells".

This week at Rise City Church, Pastor Bobby walks us through the powerful moment when God tested Abraham and Isaac’s faith. He draws a parallel between their experience and what God desires from us today—a life of worship and trust in Him.

In this message, Pastor Bobby challenges us to consider what it really means to be made new. Wrapping up the story of Abraham in our Patriarchs series, we’re reminded that following God often means stepping into the unknown, letting go of who we used to be, and learning to trust Him even when it feels like nothing is happening.

This Week at Rise City Church-- Pastor Jeremy takes the stage for the first time and shares part of his personal story, drawing a powerful connection to the biblical account of Naaman. Through this parallel, he explores the theme of obedience to God in difficult circumstances, and how trusting God’s plan—no matter how unexpected—leads to something greater than what we could plan for ourselves.

In the third week of our series The Patriarchs, Pastor Bobby explores key moments in Abram’s journey that reflect the choices and challenges we face in our own lives. Through Abram’s story, we’re reminded of God’s unwavering faithfulness, how to trust Him even when it’s hard, and why we don’t need backup plans when we’re walking with Jesus.

This week at Rise City Church, Pastor Bobby continues our new series, The Patriarchs, as we look at the life of Abram. In this message, we examine the moment Abram steps outside of God’s call, the consequences of his decisions, and how God remains present in the midst of it all.

This week at Rise City, Pastor Bobby kicks off our new sermon series, The Patriarchs. He takes us through the story of Abram—who would later be called Abraham—to explore what it means to faithfully pursue each of God's callings in our lives, no matter the circumstances we face.

This Pentecost Sunday at Rise City Church, Pastor Bobby takes us back to the powerful moment in Acts 2—the Day of Pentecost—when 3,000 people were baptized after encountering the message of Jesus. In this sermon, we explore the significance of baptism, what it means to follow Jesus in this way, and why it still matters today.

In the final week of our series through the Book of Ruth, Pastor Bobby walks through how the redemption of Ruth and Naomi points to the greater redemption we find in Christ. Their story highlights God's faithfulness in the midst of loss, uncertainty, and waiting—something we can still see in our own lives today.

This week in our sermon series going through the Book of Ruth, Pastor Bobby unpacks the story of a woman whose loyalty and character set her apart. In this message, we look at how Ruth's reputation was shaped not just by her choices, but by her faith—and how she came to be known as someone who walked in God and man's favor.