RiverLife Fellowship

In Paul's letters to Timothy, he urges the young pastor to not neglect the spiritual gifts God placed within him, but to actively stir them up and fan them into a flame. Spiritual gifts are not something we conjure up, they are given by the Spirit as God's provision to equip us for the good works He prepared in advance for us and to build up the body of Christ.   Join us in Wilmington as Head Past...

Christmas is the annual season for giving. Why did the Wise Men from the East bring gifts to Jesus? They came to sow extravagantly into the life of this newborn King. This Christmas, we have the same opportunity.   Join us in Chapel Hill as Head Pastor Matthew Bollinger dives into the incredible personal blessings from generosity.    For more information, visit riverlifefellowship.com To contact u...

In the Old Testament, a Shunamite woman built a room for the prophet Elisha (2 Kings 4). She recognized God's grace in his life and chose to create a space for him. This is a powerful message. When we set aside space in our hears and daily routines, we allow the Holy Spirit to work in us and shape us. Just as in the story of the Shunamite woman, the Holy Spirit works in remarkable ways.    Join us...

Humans were created to work in partnership with each other. We should not be ashamed or embarrassed to cry out for help. Indeed, we have the gift of the Holy Spirit who is our ever present helper.   Join us in Wilmington as Pastor Cory Meade dives into how the faith of the Gentile woman (Matt. 15:22–28) can be used as an example for our lives.   For more information, visit riverlifefellowship.com...

Join us in Mooresville for our third installment in the "Voices of the Congregation" series. This week, three guest speakers impart their personal revelation of the Father Heart of God. Be encouraged, and let these words bless you.   For more information, visit riverlifefellowship.com To contact us: media@riverlifefellowship.com

David sang, "Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name! Bless the Lord, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases?" (Psalm 103:1–3 NKJV). How do we "tap into" His benefits? By believing and acting on every word He has spoken in Scripture, and every word He is speaking to us today.   Join us in Chapel Hi...

The Book of Job represents the question that humanity continually asks: Where is God when life falls apart? Is God truly good? Can we trust Him when we don’t see His blessings? Job expresses humanity's cries in the darkness. Jesus is the answer to these cries. Just as Jesus entered our darkness on the cross and experienced what we feel, abandonment, we may sometimes lose awareness of God's presenc...

What does it look like for a church to become a safe harbor in turbulent times? Join us in Wilmington as guest speaker Sam Johnston casts a vision for RiverLife Wilmington as a lighthouse for the lost, a refuge for the weary, and a place of nourishment and resupply for disciples called into the mission of Jesus. Sam provides an overview of the Envoy Discipleship Program, the first 3 months complet...

In Mark 9, Jesus took three of His disciples up a mountain. There, there were no crowds, no miracles, no sermons. In that place, created by stillness and separation, something extraordinary occurred. Greater than all the healings and miracles before it, the true nature of Christ was revealed. Sometimes we need to pause long enough to create space for God. When we do, heaven often breaks through.  ...

In the introduction to his famous teaching on the reality of the Kingdom of Heaven, Jesus begins by teaching who is blessed (Matt. 5:3–10). When we walk through life and experience all of its trials and tribulations, it's easy to believe that God's blessing has left us. But the reality of the Kingdom is different, and God's blessing does not leave us when the world turns against us.   Join us in M...

In John 20, we find Jesus stepping back onto the scene after His resurrection. In this "encore," Jesus speaks peace over fearful disciples, breathes the Holy Spirit upon them, and declares, "As the Father sent Me, so I am sending you." We are sent ones—called with authority, filled with the Spirit, grounded in peace, and released to carry forgiveness into a world that desperately needs it.   Join...

When Jesus showed up, there was a shift in mindsets (i.e. repentance) which needed to happen in order for the Kingdom to be released in power. It's the same with us, we need a shift in how we view the Gospel in order that we might effectively share it with others in power.   Join us in Chapel Hill as Head Pastor Matthew Bollinger unpacks the transformative and equipping power of our perspective of...

In Revelation 19:10, John fell at the feet of an angel to worship, but the angel quickly corrected him. That moment reminded John that even the most amazing revelations and heavenly visions point to one Person—Jesus Christ. Our aim isn't just to have experiences but to follow Him. Encounters are part of the journey, but Jesus is the ultimate destination.   Join us in Mooresville as Senior Pastor B...

We look forward to our eternal home in heaven. But as a Christian, we have a partnership with the Lord that we get to undertake while we're still here on earth. Jesus intends to make us into a home during that time. But sometimes turning our house into a home involves some needed renovations.    Join us in Wilmington as Pastor Cory Meade joins us with an exploration of the tension between Heaven a...

When Paul closed his final letter to the Church at Corinth (2 Corinthians 13:14), he wasn't just signing off politely. His last words carried the heartbeat of everything he had written. This beautiful, heartfelt blessing wasn't a formula—it was a holy invitation into the fullness of the Triune God.    Join us in Mooresville as Senior Pastor Byron Wicker explores the meaning for us in Paul's words...

Throughout Scripture, God calls His people to pay attention to the seasons because knowing the season helps us know what the Father is doing. During a season of the rising tide His presence and grace increase, drawing us closer, carrying us forward, and reshaping what's around us.    Join us in Wilmington as Head Pastor Ryan Meade teaches us to recognize the rising tide of God's Spirit and how to...

The Gospel is powerful! It's good news. Paul writes emphatically: "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes." Do you know what makes the Gospel so powerful? Forgiveness. The Gospel begins with forgiveness. Without being reminded how much you have been forgiven, there is no way to powerfully share the Gospel.   Join us in Chapel...

God is love (1 John 4:8), and He also says, "Be holy, for I am holy" (1 Peter 1:16). Love reveals God's heart; holiness reveals His purity. Love without holiness can dilute God's standards, while holiness without love can make Him seem strict. But together, love and holiness show the beauty of His nature—pure love that transforms us. True holiness is not rule-keeping; it comes from following Chris...

Our women are back from the annual Sojourn Women's Retreat! This year, the Lord was speaking about the lilies and the sparrows, and God's abundant provision for His children. While there, Pastor Mary shared about rest, and the necessity of the Sabbath cycles. True rest comes when we trust God enough to release control and let His love lead. When we live surrendered, we find freedom, peace, and str...

God invites us to draw near and taste the sweetness of His faithfulness. Honey from the rock that nourishes every generation. As we behold Him face to face, He renews our hearts, restores joy, and teaches us to rest in His loving care. Even in dry places, His revelation brings healing, creativity, and transformation.   Join us in Chapel Hill as Pastor Sarah Bollinger encourages us to discover that...

Our spiritual inheritance as a church is family. For more than 50 years, RiverLife has grown and been led through relationship. This is the Father's plan for all people from the beginning. And, we have an opportunity as a church family to shape the culture around us as we live out the challenged and joys of church family in our generation and the generations to come.   Join us in Mooresville as Pa...

As image-bearers and children of God, we have been tasked to do His work and steward His Kingdom on Earth. At times, it can be difficult to know how to do that. Jesus tackled this task in a way which was previously unknown to the nation of Israel. From his earliest works, Jesus acted based on what he saw the Father doing. We can learn from this revelation as we attempt to follow the example God se...

The Lord has given us each a revelation of His character and His kingdom. He has also given the Church a charge to steward that revelation for its members, and to tend to His sheep. The Lord has revelations He has placed within Gen Z to release to the broader church. How are we going to cultivate that revelation and steward its release?   Join us in Chapel Hill for Gen Z Sunday as guest speaker Wi...

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus encourages his followers to be wise and build their homes on solid rock, rather than on shifting sand. Peter adds to this idea in his first letter, by telling us that if Christ is our firm foundation, then we can be solid tock for those around us.    Join us in Mooresville as guest speaker Cory Meade encourages us to use what we have been given by Christ in our wa...

Jesus is emphatic to the Pharisees when he tells them that he only does what he sees the Father doing (John 5). The torch is passed to us, his followers, as we get to be an example to the world. We have the privilege, through the way we live our lives, to make an impression on those around us, representing Christ to the world. Join us in Wilmington as guest speaker Cory Meade grapples with the ten...