RiverLife Fellowship

It is believed that Psalm 139 was written around the time of David's sin with Bathsheba, perhaps after he had repented and experienced God's presence more deeply. In that moment, David realized something remarkable: even with his sins and failures, he was still precious to God. This reveals something valuable about the heart of God; before we get it right or wrong, His attention and loyal love are...

True love initiates, demonstrates, and activates—and it moves us beyond judging behavior to listening to people's stories. Through the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus calls us to radical compassion, challenging us to ask whether we avoid messy people, merely observe them, or truly enter into their pain. When we cry, "Give me Jesus," we are asking for His worldview—one that sees past altered b...

It would be really convenient if we could plan out all the steps of our life. But in reality, that rarely happens. As a side effect of our lives here on Earth, there will always be elements we cannot control. The question to be asked is: How will we react when life throws unexpected turns at us?   Join us in Mooresville as Pastor Cory Meade explores the story of Jacob and Rachel to see what lesson...

Let's embrace the Word of God, that as Psalms 119:105 quotes, "is a lamp to our feet and a light to our path." Releasing the Word of God into our situations, as we trust and believe God for what His Word declares as truth.   Join us in Wilmington as guest speaker Esther Sarante encourages us to renew our minds everyday with His Word.   For more information, visit riverlifefellowship.com To contact...

What do we do when evil feels exposed and overwhelming? The facts of modern political corruption are not new. This was a world state that the Biblical authors were well aware of, though it may be challenging to us today. In the midst of our personal struggles with all that we see, we can look to the Biblical authors for examples of how to process our grief and anger, while trusting the one who dec...

God speaks in different ways and through different types of words. Sometimes His word illuminates the whole path ahead, other times He simply lights our next step (Psalm 119:105). Yet at the center of it all is this truth, the Word and the Light ultimately lead us to a Person. When we're desperate for direction, Jesus often invites us deeper into His presence.    Join us in Wilmington as Head Past...

God is love. He can be defined by 1 word: Love. God is love. That's who He is and what He's like. Put your eyes on Him and Him alone—no other prophecy, preacher, politician, or political party. In the middle of a broken and shaking world of suspicion, look to Jesus.    Join us in Chapel Hill as Head Pastor Matthew Bollinger discusses the three essentials of love: love initiates, love demonstrates,...

In an era when algorithms greatly influence our thoughts, behaviors, beliefs, and daily routines, it is crucial to revisit the core of our relationship with God. We need to rely on our own relationship with God. We need to rely on our own Holy Spirit-led discernment rather than letting others decide for us, or we risk anchoring our lives on the unstable sands of worldly culture, every wind of doct...

There is a tension in life that, as Christian, we need to pay attention to. There are times when we have been called and equipped to do certain things. There are other times when we really just need to get our of the Lord's way. In order to know when those times are, we need to be still before Him.   Join us in Wilmington as Pastor Cory Meade explores the relationship between silence and the Lord'...

Join us in Chapel Hill for our next installment of the Voices of the Congregation series as our four speakers share how God gave them creative ideas for business and art. Hear how these ideas have transferred to Kingdom impact in their lives and communities.

God has intentions in His heart, with patterns for how spiritual life is designed and functions. What He does on earth comes from these heavenly patterns. Jesus is our heavenly pattern. Our lives are shaped by Him, not by the world. When knowledge, experiences, or ministry no longer draw us closer to Christ, we are only chasing shadows.   Join us in Mooresville as Head Pastor Byron Wicker encourag...

One of the most freeing truths of the gospel is that Jesus doesn't bring light to expose us for judgement, but to rescue us with mercy. While darkness thrives on fear, concealment, and shame, the light of Christ reveals a better way where mercy triumphs over judgement and grace meets us right where we are. Though we may choose to walk in the darkness, Jesus reminds us that we don't belong there. H...

Darkness is easy to see in our world, and can quietly lure into our hearts. Even though Jesus stepped into our darkness so we would never have to live there (John 3:16–21), people often choose their own way over the Light and find themselves walking in darkness. The good news is that in Christ, we have been called out of darkness and into His marvelous light.   Join us in Wilmington as Head Pastor...

Your identity shapes your reality. The stories of Peter, Moses, Harriet Tubman, and Jesus all reveal the power of living from God's future, not from our past.   Join us in Chapel Hill as Head Pastor Matthew Bollinger explores how living from who God says we are—even before seeing it fulfilled—changes how you we act, think, and believe today.   For more information, visit riverlifefellowship.com To...

Psalm 23 is a powerful psalm for today. It reminds us that being led results in fruitfulness and that honesty and surrender cultivate restoration. True success begins when we stop trying to control our lives and let the Lord be our Shepherd King. Essentially, Psalm 23 is David sharing how he lived, what sustained him, how he stood strong, and why he finished well.   Join us in Mooresville as Head...

From the opening moments of the creation of the world in Genesis 1, before the sun or moon existed, God established light, revealing not just what light is, but who the Light has always been: Himself. In Revelation 21, the story comes full circle as God once again is the light, illuminating eternity without need of sun or moon. Though God separates Himself from darkness, He never separates Himself...

Humility isn't weakness. It's a key that unlocks God's grace. Discover how a teachable heart, a renewed mind, and a surrendered life create room for God to heal, guide, and transform us from the inside out.   Join us in Chapel Hill as Pastor Sarah Bollinger unpacks a new side to Jesus' strength in our weakness.   For more information, visit riverlifefellowship.com To contact us: media@riverlifefel...

God is raising up the voices of the unseen in this hour. Those who are humble, willing to serve, and patient in waiting on Him. Your voice is important. Allow God to mold and protect it, and use it for His glory.   Join us in Mooresville as Head Pastor Byron Wicker encourages us to not lose hope in seasons of pain and failing, because God still has use for us.   For more information, visit riverli...

There are countless voices in the world we live in trying to shape how we see ourselves and our lives. Through the parable of the good soil and the conversations that follow (Mark 4:3-25), Jesus helps us understand that what we choose to hear is so important to our ability to have productive and fruitful lives. When we listen to His Word, and take it to heart, it produces real, lasting fruit. The...

This year of 2026 is a year of wisdom & a year of revelation. James says, "If you need wisdom, ask." And, Wisdom is a person. It's the Spirit of Wisdom revelaed in Christ, Himself. Let's exhort one another and pray now for wisdom and revelation to be inmparted to us through the Holy Spirit.   Join us in Chapel Hill as Head Pastor Matthew Bollinger gives us an encouraging word to propel us into...

The Lord asked Moses, "What is in your hand?" (Exodus 4:1–5). Like any shepherd, Moses carried a staff to guide and protect the sheep. It was simply a tool for his everyday life. Nothing spiritual, just ordinary. Who you are and what you have may seem ordinary, but when placed in God's hands and used in obedience, it becomes more than enough—it becomes supernatural.    Join us in Mooresville as He...

Join us in Chapel Hill for our next installment of the Voices of the Congregation as our three guest speakers share their revelation on God's Faithfulness, and how it impacts our lives.   For more information, visit riverlifefellowship.com To contact us: media@riverlifefellowship.com

Everything begins with a thought. A thought is like a seed that develops into understanding, and our understanding ultimately influences what we speak (1 Corinthians 13:11-12). Many things in life are either birthed or aborted by the words we speak.   Join us in Mooresville as Head Pastor Byron Wicker encourages you to seek the Lord's perspective on your life, and to let that be your guide post.  ...

God reveals Himself as light even in the darkest moments. At Hanukkah, God miraculously caused a single jar of oil to burn far beyond what seemed possible, signaling His presence has returned to His people. But that miracle pointed to something greater. When Jesus came, He didn't just bring light, He was the Light—a light which would never run out and could not be overcome by darkness. This Christ...

Join us for our Christmas service in Mooresville as Pastor Andy Squyres teaches us about the beauty of the Incarnation and the reason for the season.   For more information, visit riverlifefellowship.com To contact us: media@riverlifefellowship.com