Two Rivers Church - New Bern

Bold faith isn’t loud confidence but, it’s steady courage when things get hard. In Acts 14, we see Paul and Barnabas keep moving forward even when opposition, confusion, and suffering hit from every angle. This message looks at what it means to stay bold when obedience costs something, and how God uses perseverance to strengthen both our faith and the faith of others.

In Acts 8 and 10, we see the gospel moving beyond church walls and into real life. From Philip on the road to Peter in an unexpected home, God reminds us that the Church isn’t a place, it’s people on the move. This message invites us to share Jesus wherever we are.

As we start a new year, we are asking a simple but important question: what are you building your life on? In Matthew 7, Jesus ends the Sermon on the Mount by showing that hearing His words is not enough. The wise choice is to build our lives on Him so that when storms come, we can stand. This week we invite you to start the new year right by choosing Jesus as your foundation.

The week we look at Jesus being the Light of the world. As we prepare for a change into our new building we not only reflect on where God has lead us but where he is leading us in the future. Tune in this week and rejoice with us in Jesus and how faithful he's been.

Radiant is a sermon series about the love of Christ that shines through ordinary people in powerful ways. This week we look at Acts 6 and the story of Stephen whose face glowed like an angel because he was full of the Holy Spirit. His life shows us that when we are rooted in Jesus and filled with the Spirit, the love of Christ becomes visible through us even in hard moments.

In this message we look at how the book of Hebrews shows Jesus as the radiance of God’s glory and the exact imprint of who God is. As we head toward Christmas we’re taking time to remember that the light of Jesus didn’t just show up in a manger it has always been who he is. This week is all about seeing his brilliance his compassion and the hope he brings into our lives.

This week we finish our series looking at the story of Jospeh ending in Genesis 50 at the powerful moment when Joseph tells his brothers that what they meant for harm God meant for good. God is always at work even in the messy parts of life and but we learn this week how to spot what He is doing and join with him there. This is the pinnacle moment of Joseph's story you don't want to miss but also...

This week as we get close to finishing this series we look at the powerful moment when Joseph finally reveals himself to his brothers, the same brothers who sold him into slavery years before. Instead of seeking revenge, Joseph chooses forgiveness, seeing God’s bigger plan behind all the pain. We’ll explore how his response can shape the way we handle hurt, restore relationships, and trust God’s p...

In Genesis 42 we see Joseph come face to face with a past he thought was gone. His story reminds us that God doesn’t just fix our situations he heals our hearts. This week we look at how God brings old hurts to the surface so He can restore us, not shame us. When we hand our pain and our past to Him, He brings real healing and real freedom. Join us as we talk about letting go of what’s behind us a...

This week we turn to Genesis 41 and how God used Joseph’s struggles to prepare him for a bigger purpose. We’ll talk about what it means to stay faithful when life doesn’t make sense and how God can turn setbacks into setups for something greater. It’s a story of patience, wisdom, and trusting God’s timing.

Ever felt like God or everyone else just forgot about you? Joseph knew that feeling all too well, sitting in prison after helping others who moved on without him. This week we’ll talk about what to do when it feels like your faithfulness goes unnoticed, your prayers unanswered, and your season of waiting just won’t end. Even when people forget, God doesn’t, and He’s still working behind the scenes...

Sometimes doing the right thing still gets you in trouble. Joseph stayed faithful and pure, yet ended up in prison because of lies. This week we’ll talk about how to trust God when people twist your story and life feels unfair. Even when the truth is hidden, God sees you, and He’s still writing a bigger story of redemption.

Joseph didn’t choose to be sold into slavery or end up in Egypt, but even in that tough situation he stayed faithful. In Genesis 39:1–6, we see how God was with him and brought success even in hard times. This message is about trusting God when life takes unexpected turns and learning how faithfulness in the hard places can lead to something greater.

We’re kicking off a new series where we dive into the life of Joseph and see how God can take even the darkest parts of our story and turn them into something powerful. This week we’re starting in Genesis 37 where Joseph’s story begins with big dreams and a whole lot of family drama. If you’ve ever felt betrayed, overlooked, or just stuck in a painful season, this message is for you. God’s not don...

We all know what it's like to drift off course or feel far from where we belong. This week we're looking at one of Jesus' most well-known parables from Luke 15, the story of the Prodigal Son. It's a story about brokenness, return, and the love of the father that waits and longs for his son to come home. Whether you see yourself in the younger son, the older brother, or somewhere in between, this m...

Jesus tells three powerful stories in Luke 15 about a lost sheep, a lost coin, and a lost son. Each one gives us a deeper look at God's heart for the lost and His joy when they are found. In this series, we are taking a closer look at each parable and discovering what it really means to be lost, to be found, and to be loved by a God who never gives up. Whether you have wandered, waited, or wondere...

In the last bit of his letter, Peter calls believers to be alert, to stand firm in faith, and to hold fast to the grace of God. The enemy is real, the battle is fierce, but we are not alone. This last message in our Living Hope series reminds us that God's grace is not just how we begin the journey; it is how we endure and how we finish. No matter the opposition or hardship, grace wins. So stand f...

In this message from 1 Peter 5:1-7, we unpack what it looks like to live with humility and hope in a world that often values pride and control. Whether you're leading others or just trying to stay faithful in your own walk, this passage reminds us that God sees, He cares, and He lifts up the humble. Let this message encourage you to cast your anxieties on Him and keep your hope anchored in Christ.

This week in our Living Hope series, we're looking at 1 Peter chapter 3 and talking about the surprising idea of finding joy in suffering. Peter encourages believers to stay faithful, even when it's hard, and reminds us that our hope in Christ gives us strength no matter what we face. Suffering isn't the end of the story. In fact, it can be a way God shapes us and shows His love to others through...

This week we’re diving into 1 Peter 2:4–9, a passage that reminds us who we are and whose we are. We’re called living stones, a holy priesthood, and God’s own possession. We’ll talk about what it means to be built into something bigger than ourselves and how that changes the way we live, serve, and show up in a world that desperately needs hope.

This Sunday we are diving into the last half of chapter one in 1 Peter. We’re talking about what it means to be marked by God through a life of holiness. We are reminded that holiness isn't just about avoiding sin, but it’s about living in response to the grace we’ve received. God calls us to be set apart, to think differently, and to live with purpose. As we continue our Living Hope series, we’ll...

This week we’re kicking off our new series Living Hope, going through the book of 1 Peter. Peter opens his letter with a powerful reminder that even in the middle of trials, we’ve been given a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus. It’s not just something we look forward to later but a truth that shapes how we live right now. Join us as we unpack what it means to be chosen, refined, and fu...

This week, Tim Cole dives into James 2, a powerful reminder that God’s people are called to see beyond appearances. In a world that often favors the polished and powerful, Scripture reminds us that favoritism has no place in a life shaped by genuine faith. We’re often tempted to judge a book by its cover, but God looks at the heart and He calls us to do the same. James 2 challenges us to respond w...

In a world that constantly pressures us to conform, Paul’s words in Romans 12:1–2 call us to something radically different, a surrendered life. In this sermon, we explore what it means to give up control, to resist blending in with the values of the world, and to allow Christ to transform us from the inside out. It's not about behavior modification; it's about total transformation. Discover how a...

This Sunday in our Life Verse series, we explore John 15, where Jesus says, "I am the true vine." It's a powerful reminder that life and growth come not from doing more for Jesus, but from abiding in Him. Too often, we confuse activity with intimacy or working for Jesus without actually being with Him. This message challenges us to slow down, reconnect, and remain in the One who gives true life. D...