Riverside Youth

In the last week of this series. Worship Leader Chayla Huerta gives a little look into her life and how she has chosen to surrender her future and her life to Jesus Christ. 

In this episode one of our YTH Leaders Rebecca gives and amazing message on how we are to surrender our hearts to Jesus. 

We are starting a brand new series for the month of April. In this series, "I Give Up" we are talking about all the different ways God calls us to surrender to him.  Pastor Josh challenges us with surrendering our whole heart to God! Check out this weeks episode and be encouraged. 

This easter Sunday we talk about the Resurrection of Jesus but through the eyes of the two criminals on the cross next to Jesus!  

In this weeks message Student Leader Sarah Lowe talks about how we need to take our focus from the worldly things and put them on Jesus Christ. 

In the Final week of our series "Fix Your Focus" Pastor Josh talks about fixing our focus on Jesus. This world brings so many distractions and it's so easy to focus on the world than to focus on Jesus. Lean into this last message and allow God to speak to you! 

In this episode Juan Rios talks about who we are created to be and how it's our job to spread the good news of Jesus Christ to all the people we come into contact with.  Wanna know how to be intentional in all that you do? Lean and listen to what God wants to speak through you. 

Check out this week's message as Pastor Josh talks about how we should be loving people no matter what.  How we should be putting ourselves last and others first. 

Want to know Lead Pastor Michael's most embarrassing moment? Want to hear advice on how Pastor Michael fixes his focus on Jesus through highs and lows? Check out this episode as we ask Pastor Michael all the questions relating to fixing our focus on Jesus. 

This week we started a brand new series called "Fix Your Focus". This week Chayla Huerta gave an amazing message on how we can take our focus off of the things of this world and put them towards heaven and Jesus. 

Join Pastor Josh & Miranda Forsberg as they navigate through all the questions this next generation is asking about Relationships. 

In this episode of the YTH Podcast we answer all of your questions that you ask regarding relationships.  We talk about dating. Setting up healthy boundaries, and how to find someone that points you to Jesus! 

Join Pastor Josh and Juan Rios for ep. 10 of the YTH podcast. We're not just talking about the shiny prospect of a "new me"; we're getting real about the gritty work of growth. Our conversation cuts through the clutter of typical resolutions, offering students and young listeners actionable advice on nurturing better habits and making changes that stick. And let's face it,...

Join us in episode 9 of our YTH Podcast as Pastor Josh is joined by Worship Pastor Sam Misigaro. They talk about food, restaurants and the heart of worship and why we worship in a cooperate setting! Lean into this episode as Pastor Sam will encourage you and give you a new perspective on eating out and the reason behind why we worship. 

Ever wonder what our Lead Pastor's favorite drink is or what drives him nuts? We've got a lively Q&A session with our lead pastor, where he not only spills the beans on his favorite beverages, but also reveals his proudest moment and biggest pet peeve. It's an unexpected look into his life that might surprise you. Prepare to get to know our pastor on a whole new level.

Navigating life's wilderness seasons can seem like a daunting task, akin to our off-trail hiking adventure in Arizona where the potential of getting lost was always palpable. Yet, like Jesus led by the Holy Spirit into the wilderness, we too can brave these seasons and find our way through. Join us as we embark on this journey, drawing inspiration, lessons and parallels from the Bible, our ow...

Are you walking the tightrope of faith, proclaiming belief on Sunday but slipping into familiar, comfortable patterns during the week?  We dive deep into the journey of Peter, a disciple who found himself in the same predicament, and his eye-opening encounter with Jesus post-resurrection, found in John 21. We begin with Peter's retreat to his comfort zone—fishing—after Jesus' crucifixion...

Ever found yourself dealing with identity loss, drugs or even suicide? We dive into these tough topics head-on, drawing upon our own experiences to offer guidance on maintaining personal standards and boundaries as a means to avoid succumbing to negative influences. This episode conveys heartwarming stories of struggles, resilience, and hope on a journey to integrity. Have you ever considered the...

What if the mask you wear every day is preventing you from experiencing the blessings God has you? Tonight, we go deep into the topic of 'Masks' - those false identities we create and hide behind, driven by societal expectations and fear of judgment. We talk about how this fear, the pressure to fit in, and the need to please others can negatively impact our mental health and lead us away...

Imagine having a heart-to-heart conversation with those you barely know, unraveling your journey of faith and life. Doesn't that sound intriguing? Welcome to a powerful episode where our special guests Cory, Mackenzie, and Derek are ready to do just that. They transport us back to their Sunday school days, their first meeting, and the profound impact of youth service in their lives. Cory pain...

Ever wondered how sin can stealthily take the reins of your life and lead you astray from righteousness? We ruminate on this complex issue, sharing our personal battles with sin and the deceptive ease with which it can manipulate our actions. As we reflect on our spiritual journey, we leave you with two challenging questions: what is your sin and where is it leading you? It's time to take bac...

Struggling to navigate through life's challenges? We've all been there - like Pastor Sam, blindfolded and stumbling through the darkness.  In this episode, we unravel the compelling transformation of Saul into Paul. Drawing from Acts 9, 1-9, we illustrate how Saul, a notorious persecutor of Christians, experienced a divine intervention that woke him up to his true calling. We ponder over...

Who is the biggest bully of all? You might be surprised to find out it's not who you think. Join us as we navigate the treacherous waters of bullying, drawing from deeply personal experiences to explore its effects and get to the heart of why it happens. We firmly believe that bullies might be acting out from a place of personal pain, anger, and distress. We don't just want to talk about...

Ever caught yourself judging others based on outward appearances or erroneous assumptions? We've all been there. It's time to break down this universal habit and explore the possibility of seeing people through God's Eyes.

Remember that time you failed your Spanish class in college? Or that humiliating moment in elementary school when you misspelled a simple word in the spelling bee? Join us as we explore the power of these failures and how they can indeed serve as stepping stones to our growth. We'll unpack our personal histories with failure and provide a fresh perspective on how these experiences shape us fo...