The Author

October 28, 2021

Pursuing Peace In A Divisive World

As a continuation from the weekend message on October 24, join Pastor Noel for this online seminar where we look at what the Bible says about our posture toward one another in a divisive culture. You’ll also have a chance to ask where we prioritize different topics as they relate to our faith.

July 14, 2021

The Author

Pastor James Granger gives us an overview of Peter, the author of the letter of 1 Peter.

July 14, 2021

The Context

Pastor James Granger gives us an overview of the historical and political context within which the letter of 1 Peter was written.

July 14, 2021

The Recipients

Pastor James Granger gives us an overview of recipients of Peter’s letter.

April 02, 2021

Why were we created?

Especially when our world feels dark, many of us are left wondering why were were created. Young Yi, Riv’s MSU Venue Director, reminds us that we were created to be loved by God and to love Him in return.

April 02, 2021

Why is it important to know what you believe in?

Young Yi reminds us it is the Word of God that not only defines what we believe in, but why we believe it.

April 02, 2021

Why do we have doubt?

Is doubting a bad thing? And what do we actually do with our doubt? Ben, Riv’s MSU Venue Intern, reminds us that doubt is an opportunity to dig deeper and grow in our relationship with God.

April 02, 2021

Why is it so hard for some to believe the Gospel?

You asked us why it’s so difficult for some to believe in the Gospel. Dan reminds us that the Gospel an offensive message because it is countercultural to the belief that truth is relative and a reminder that we are broken, sinful people.

April 02, 2021

Why do we experience shame?

Are you stuck in a cycle of shame, finding it difficult to forgive yourself for your past and current sin? Do you easily slip into beliving that your identity and worth are grounded in your abilities or actions, rather than in God? Dan, one of our MSU Venue staff members, encourages us to trust in the unwavering grace of Jesus to break the cycle of shame.

April 02, 2021

Why is there so much brokenness?

Why has there been, and continues to be, so much brokenness in our world? And where is God in the midst of it?

April 12, 2020

Love One Another

Do you struggle to love well when your own heart is feeling troubled or fearful? Jason Eagleston, a Stephen Ministry leader at Riv, reassures us of the hope we can find in Jesus, and how His perfect love for us allows us to love one another well, no matter our circumstances.

April 12, 2020

Nothing But Acceptance

Where do you find approval and acceptance in your life? Pastor Justin Detmers reminds us that Jesus, despite the ridicule and persecution He endured, looked only for the praise of God the Father. And by His grace, we are given that same full acceptance.