Riverview Baptist Church Podcast

This is message 06 in the Isaiah series. Isaiah 5:1-30 God, the Holy One, sets the standard for living, yet His people failed to produce the fruit He desired despite His perfect care and provision. Through the image of a vineyard, God reveals His disappointment with Israel and Judah, who, instead of righteousness and justice, yielded rebellion, pride, and sin. Their failure to live according to Hi...

This is message 04 in the Isaiah series. Isaiah 3:1-26 When God removes the stay and the staff- those essential supports His people depend on- the nation collapses. Leaders become corrupt, families break down, and society loses its reverence for God. This judgement exposes the consequences of rejecting God's provision and authority, leaving the immature, unqualified, and rebellious to rule. Don't...

I do not know how near our nation is to destruction, but I do believe that as a nation is to destruction, but I do believe that as a nation, we are unaware. I do not know how close some of God's people are to severe chastening as a result of their rebellion against God, but I know that many of them are very unaware of how near they are. God spoke through His prophet to the nation of Israel, "You a...

This is message 03 in the Isaiah series. Isaiah 2:1-4 During the Millennial Kingdom, Jerusalem will be transformed into the center of God’s rule, elevated both physically and spiritually. From this city, Jesus Christ will govern with perfect justice, bringing peace and righteousness to the entire earth. Jerusalem will fulfill the promises God made to Israel, becoming the focal point of life, worsh...

This is message 01 in the Isaiah series. Isaiah 1:1 Isaiah's life and ministry demonstrate a profound reliance on God's holiness, salvation, and faithfulness amidst crisis and spiritual decay. Living during a tumultuous period dominated by the Assyrian Empire, Isaiah faithfully delivered God's message of judgment and hope. His life underscores the importance of trusting God over political alliance...

This is message 02 in the Isaiah series. Isaiah 1:2-20 God calls heaven and earth to witness His case against His people, laying out the charges of rebellion, moral decay, and hypocritical worship. Their sins are likened to scarlet and crimson, deeply set and seemingly impossible to remove. Yet, God extends an extraordinary invitation for forgiveness, offering to cleanse even the worst offenses. T...

This is message 2 in The Power of His Name series. Deuteronomy 28:58 The fear of God's glorious name is cultivated through knowing and obeying His Word. Whether demonstrated through the choices set before Israel, the psalmist's praise for God's greatness and mercy, or the Levites' responsibility to procalim His truth, God's Word reveals His character, commands, and authority. The reverence for His...

This is message 1 in the Power of His Name series. Psalms 83:16-18 Seeking God's name is the recognition of His power, holiness, and intimate presence in the lives of those who trust Him. His name reveals His character and authority, offering strength and assurance to those who call upon it. Honoring His name reflects a relationship of reverence, dependence, and gratitude. Whether exalting His nam...

Even with the shadow of captivity hanging over the people of Israel in the book of Hosea, and even though God had already revealed the sinful condition of His people, He still instructs Hosea to say to them once again, "Come home!" God is waiting; acknowledge your sin and come back to Him.

This is message 23 in the Labour In The Church series. Romans 15:15-30 Paul's passion for fulfilling the Great Commission is evident in his strategy of self-supporting, reproducing churches, his commitment to reaching unreached places, and his reliance on the power of rival and prayer. He emphasized that missions is not just about need but about being sent by God to bring Him glory, with every chu...

This is message 22 in the Labour In The Church series. Ephesians 3:1-21 The mystery of the church, as revealed in Ephesians 3, highlights God's plan to unite Jewish and Gentile believers in one body through Christ. This previously hidden truth demonstrates the eternal purpose of the church as a central part of God's plan, bringing glory to him through unity and service. The church strengthens beli...

God says of His people in the closing part of Hosea 5:15, "In their affliction they will seek me early." The Bible teaches us that the goodness of God leads us to repentance (Romans 2:4). That is the way it should always be. We should respond to the Lord because of His goodness to us. Here the Bible says that God must bring affliction on the people, and because of that affliction, they will seek t...

This is message 14 in The Twelve Disciples series John 21:1-25 Jesus confronted Peter after his denial, challenging him to fully commit to following Him without reservation. Through three questions, Jesus addressed Peter's love, restored him to leadership, and commissioned him to shepherd God's people, emphasizing that there could be no backup plan or distraction in his devotion to Christ. Don't f...

This is message 21 in the Labour In The Church series Luke 2:21-38 Simeon and Anna exemplify faithful service in recognizing and proclaiming the Messiah. Simeon, led by the Spirit, loudly praised God upon seeing the Christ child, fulfilling a divine promise. Anna, a dedicated prayer warrior, immediately shared the news of the Messiah's arrival with others. Their devotion in the house of God highli...

The warning God gives to Judah is the one we must heed. What happened to Israel could also happen to Judah and eventually it did. What has happened in the lives of many people who have fallen could also happen to us if we do not keep the Lord in His rightful place on a daily basis. This ought to cause us to fear the Lord, to love Him, serve Him, and to keep Him as the God of our lives.

This is message 20 in the Labour In The Church series 1 Chronicles 16:1-12 Asaph dedicated his life to training musicians and teaching worship to ensure future generation would praise and follow the Lord. His ministry set a foundation for faithfulness, carried on by his descendants through the reign of kings, the dedication of Solomon's Temple, and the post-exile restoration, keeping true worship...

This is message 19 in the Labour In The Church series Psalm 81:10 God delights in answering big prayers, but such prayers require obedience, trust, and faith. The Israelites experienced God’s provision in the wilderness as a testament to His ability to meet impossible needs. Trusting God alone, rather than relying on others or giving up in defeat, is essential for seeing His power at work. Faith,...

This is message 13 in The Twelve Disciples series Matthew 26:19-25 Judas Iscariot’s life serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of superficial faith and hardened sin. Despite close association with Jesus, Judas harbored deceit, contempt for Christ’s teachings, and disdain for His warnings. His tragic path, marked by betrayal and unrepentant remorse, underscores the devastating consequences o...

We will not love the Lord like we ought to love Him or serve the Lord like we ought to serve Him until we see ourselves standing on that auction block where Gomer stood. That is not just Hosea's wife. That is you! That is me! When we have seen ourselves that way, we do not have to be begged to serve God. We have been redeemed by the blood of the Lamb!

This is message 12 in The Twelve Disciples series Luke 6:13-16 Simon the Zealot exemplified the transformation fo misplaced zeal into a passion for Christ's misson. Once a fervent nationalist, Simon learned form Jesus that true zeal is grounded in love, truth, and service. His life and martyrdom remind us that God calls every believer to be zealous in faith and good works, directed by knowledge an...

Where did we find our hope? In Christ's hour of trouble, when He was crucified in weakness and bled and died for our sins, God opened wide a door of hope for us through the precious work of Christ on Calvary; through His death, burial, and resurrection. Beloved, there is hope in the Lord Jesus Christ!

This is message 11 in The Twelve Disciples series John 14:19-23 Jude, also known as Thaddaeus, is remembered for his humility, devotion, and a single profound question he asked Jesus during the Last Supper. While little is recorded about him, Jude faithfully followed Christ and later carried the Gospel to distant lands, ultimately giving his life as a martyr. His story highlights the transformativ...

This is message 18 in the Labour In The Church series Haggai 2:1-9 Haggai's message encourages God's people to prioritize His work, serve Him with clean hearts, and trust in His promises. Though faced with challenges, the Israelites were reminded of God's presence, provision, protection, and the ultimate promise of the coming Messiah. This assurance teaches us that the glory of God's work surpasse...

This is message 10 in The Twelve Disciples series Matthew 10:2-3 James the Less, identified as the son of Alphaeus, serves as an example of quiet faithfulness and humility. With no recorded words or notable actions in Scripture, he represents the countless believers who serve behind the scenes with unwavering devotion. His life underscores the truth that God values faithfulness over recognition an...

This is message 8 in The Twelve Disciples series John 20:24-29 Thomas, often remembered for his doubts, exemplifies a journey from skepticism to steadfast faith. Known for his pragmatic nature, Thomas demonstrated loyalty and resolve, as seen in his willingness to follow Jesus to Bethany despite the dangers. His questions in the upper room revealed a desire for clarity, leading to Jesus’ profound...