Riverbend Podcast

Adult ministry Pastor Scott V uses a challenging story from Jesus to remind us of a key ingredient in healthy relationships; forgiveness. Perfect for starting the New Year off right.

The Angels, the Shepherds, the stars... God's plan for humanity. What does it all mean to us, and why is it more than OK to be Human? Merry Christmas from the Riverbend Team.

How could it be OK to feel inadequate? Pastor Dave uses the incredible story of Mary, mother of Jesus, showing there's a difference between inadequate and inferior, and the good news of why none of us should have it all together.

What's so special about that ' ...Little Town Bethlehem?" And Why is it OK to be small? Dave digs deep into prophecy fulfilled, and the strength of 'the least of these'.

Our Season of Advent begins with a look at what it means to be human against the backdrop of the Christmas story - beginning with Joseph. By his example, Pastor Dave gives us three great ways to live a life of faithfulness.

By using the example of the apostle Paul, Pastor Scott Vermillion gives us a new word to consider: "regency". How will you use it?

The Riverbed Music team, comprised of the Riverbend Choir and Resonate band, and led by Carlton Dillard, Casey McPherson and Susie Keck, draws on inspiration from the Beatles catalogue to produce a worshipful experience 'imagining' if all we need is love...

Student Ministry Pastor Doug Congdon reminds us that no matter our differences, we still have instruction from Jesus on how to behave towards one another - especially those we don't agree with in such divisive and charged times.

Pastor Dave concludes the series with a look at the inherent generosity we were designed with - and for.

Young Adult ministry leader Leigh Congdon shares the difficulties of pride, and three great benefits of humility from the Jesus model of John 13 - the Tao of Jesus..

What is purity in the midst of temptation and is it even attainable? The Tao of Jesus includes the in-between, the messiness... where we find... grace.

Climb aboard as Dave takes us on a journey delving into the mysteries of life - guided by the way, the path, the Tao of Jesus.

Wrapping up this prophetic series, Dave takes a look at Heaven, and reminds us that what we know about it is limited - but who's going to get us there, isn't.

Dave takes an in-depth, and frankly, frightening, look at biblical prophecy as foretold by Jesus. Get on your eschatological thinking cap... he's going deep.

Pastor Dave takes a chalk-talk look at end-times prophecy reminding us that there are things that are imminent and more importantly, how we should act and react.

What's the deal with this baptism thing? Student Ministry Pastor Doug Congdon gets to the heart of what to others may seem as a bit of a crazy ritual.

Creative Arts Pastor Kevin Hedges looks at the early church practice of the breaking of bread, and realizes the power of sharing our tables - and the importance of the practice of Communion.

What's the secret to a long, happy, prosperous life? It's easier than you think, and Riverbend is a great place to find it! Acts 2:42

Just like the first Church (Acts 2:42), there is power in intentional, purposeful, individual and community prayer - as well as great danger.

In this 4-week study of Acts 2:42 we are reminded of what makes up a healthy and growing community - beginning with the teaching of the Word.

Using the final 5 verses of Romans 14, Dave takes us back to the basics - Christianity 101 - and has us ask ourselves two simple questions about our hearts and behavior.

The Law of Use and Abuse champions the idea of grace and values diversity; we are all unique, designed to make each other better.

Continuing in Romans 14, Pastor Dave makes a point that God is the ultimate pilot of our lives when we can't see through the fog - both internally, and externally.

Pastor Dave does a little chalk talk to get us to realize who the weak and different really are, what it means to accept and welcome them, and how it strengthens us well beyond our fears.