River of Life Church Sauk Centre (Audio)

It’s easy for church to become a personal experience—focusing only on what we get out of it—while losing sight of those around us who also need God and a church family. But God's heart is for everyone to know Him. Do we share that same desire for those who are still searching for Him?

Today we welcome missionary guest Greg Colegrove with Convoy of Hope. He shares a message of the importance of investing in what really matters. There are so many demands and distractions in life, it's easy to spend our time on things that don’t truly matter. Are we investing in what will last?

Deep down, we all desire to be better at prayer and to spend more time with God. However, many times we find ourselves distracted, unsure of how to pray, or even doubting its effectiveness. Something so vital to following God often feels so difficult. So, how can we make prayer a bigger part of our relationship with Him?

It’s difficult to make room for God when our lives are overflowing with busyness. Fasting is a way to intentionally remove distractions and create space for Him. As we experience physical hunger during a fast, it serves as a powerful reminder of our deeper spiritual hunger and need for God’s presence in our lives.

Christmas is a season of wonder and joy, but all too often, it passes quickly, and we return to our everyday routines, leaving that joy behind. As we step into the new year, may we discover a wonder that extends beyond Christmas—a wonder rooted in all that God has done for us. Let us be reminded that God's peace never ends.

Jesus brings peace! The beauty of His peace lies not in the absence of struggles but in His presence within those struggles.

The Wisemen might seem like an unusual choice for God to invite to worship Him. Yet, God's wonder transcends our expectations of who should or could worship Him. This Christmas, may we open our hearts to the wonder of God that can fill every person.

When Jesus was born, God didn’t choose kings or religious leaders to share the news—He chose everyday, hardworking shepherds. Discover how God awakens us to the wonder of His plan!

The Christmas story is filled with wonder—God using unlikely people, like Mary, to give birth to Jesus, and the shepherds and wise men coming to worship Him. Yet, it is also marked by suffering: Mary’s pregnancy in a hyper-religious culture, the journey to Bethlehem, and fleeing from Herod. Similarly, when we choose to follow God and allow Him to work through us, we will inevitably face opposition...

Have you ever been in wonder of something—the Grand Canyon, the northern lights, or towering buildings? That initial sense of awe is unforgettable, but over time, we often lose that wonder. Our prayer for you this season is that you never lose the wonder of Christmas and all that God has done!

Pornography is everywhere—on our screens, in our culture, and often in plain sight. It's a problem that's been normalized but carries devastating consequences, destroying marriages, careers, and lives. So, how can someone break free from this cycle of addiction and find hope and healing with God?

In this new message series, we’re tackling some of the tough topics in today’s culture and exploring what the Bible has to say about them. This week, we’re focusing on alcohol—what Scripture teaches and how we can respond in a way that honors God and reflects His wisdom.

In the Bible, Jesus focused on the people that didn’t know the love of God. Following his example, River of Life Church is an outward focused church. That is why we are Kingdom Builders! We financially give passionately and generously, above our regular tithes and offerings, to vetted organizations that help build the kingdom of God Locally, Globally and in the Future Generations.

Today, we’re honored to have our guest speaker, Chris Pruett, with us. He reminds us of a powerful truth: it's easier to raise a generation than to change one. In a world where everyone is competing for influence over our kids—and over us—it's more important than ever that our kids know who they can trust and where they truly belong. And that place is with Jesus.

Many of us have the desire to grow closer to God, but also experience the frustration  when our efforts fall short. Rather than relying just on our own strength, we need to train our mind, body, and spirit to pursue God intentionally and partner with Him. By practicing spiritual disciplines daily, we can develop a deeper relationship with God—much like an athlete training for a marathon, preparing...

What you believe shapes the way you think, and your repeated actions shape your behavior. If you truly want lasting change in your life, you need to address both. Simply thinking or knowing the right things isn’t enough—it’s about putting what you know into practice.

Most of us try to avoid discomfort at all costs. We have heated and cooled seats in our cars, we rarely go hungry, and we pretty much never have to go without. But have you ever thought about how all this comfort might be holding us back? The truth is, if we're always staying in our comfort zones and avoiding challenges, we’re not really growing. The Bible reminds us that it’s through the struggle...

Community is essential for our spiritual growth, but it’s about more than just showing up to church on Sundays! We need real, intentional relationships that help us heal from our past and draw closer to God. It’s in those deeper connections where we find support, encouragement, and a place to grow.

How do we live like Jesus? How do we actually do what he did? As the church, we are called to not only follow Jesus in spirit but we are called continue his work on earth as it is in heaven. This means healing the sick, praying for the lost, opening up our homes and our lives to those far from God. The end goal is to do what he did.

Today we explore how the world around us influences who we become, often without us realizing it. From where we live to the people we spend time with, these factors shape us. But Romans 12 reminds us not to conform to the patterns of the world, but to be transformed by renewing our minds. Becoming more like Jesus is a lifelong journey of surrender.

If we want to become like Jesus or do the things that he did, we first need to be with him. This is the baseline for following Jesus.

In this message, we kick off our new series, "Practicing the Way," inspired by John Mark Comer's book with the same title. We’ll unpack what it really means to FOLLOW Jesus as His apprentice. We’ll explore Jesus' call to be with Him, become like Him, and do what He did, and how this ancient practice still applies to our lives today. Join us to learn how to live more closely with Jesus and grow in...

How do you stand up in a culture you don’t agree with? Today we looked at three examples in the book of Daniel where people did just that. Taking a stand against evil may look different that we think.

Politicians use all sorts of tactics and language to get us to believe we are at war against the other side. Are we at war? If so, who is our enemy...and what does it look like to take a stand like Ephesians 6 tells us to?

What we believe shapes how we live, but too often, Christians rely more on cultural opinions than on the Bible. Understanding God and living out our faith correctly demands a deep, personal engagement with Scripture.