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The River Church CT

The River Church CT

By The River Church CT

Enjoy our most recent sermons from The River Church located in Glastonbury, CT.

The River Church is a bible-teaching church that builds communities who love Jesus and brings joy to others. Visit us Sundays @ 10 AM in-person or online. For more info about who we are or what we do, visit www.theriverchurchct.com.
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Recalibration: Generosity

The River Church CTSep 17, 2023

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Recalibration: Generosity

Recalibration: Generosity

Pastor George decided to add a bonus sermon to our Recalibration series. Listen as he speaks on how generosity is an essential part of being a spiritually mature Christian.

Sep 17, 202331:51
Recalibration: Transformed by the Holy Spirit

Recalibration: Transformed by the Holy Spirit

As we continue focusing on the theme of recalibration in the process of spiritual maturity, we will discuss how important it is that we are first transformed by the power of the Holy Spirit. In this discussion, we will look at different stories of transformation in the Book of Acts.

Aug 20, 202327:50
Dreams Part 3 - Dead Ends and Deliverance

Dreams Part 3 - Dead Ends and Deliverance

Join us for the final part of our 3-part mini-series on dreams. Today, Pastor George will share on how God is faithful to deliver us from dead ends, based on what Pastor Rick Warren shares in his book "Created to Dream."

Aug 13, 202328:48
Dreams Part 2 - Delays and Difficulties

Dreams Part 2 - Delays and Difficulties

We're on the 2nd episode of our 3-part series on "dreams," based on the book "Created to Dream" by Rick Warren. Listen in as Pastor George discusses the importance of "persisting thru delays" and "dealing with difficulties."

Aug 06, 202331:19
Dreams Part 1 - Discover and Decide

Dreams Part 1 - Discover and Decide

Today we start our 3-part series on how to discover God's dream for your life based on the book, "Created to Dream" by Rick Warren. Listen as Pastor George shares how we can discover and pursue God's dream for our lives.

Jul 30, 202327:10
Lessons from Philip - Clif Render

Lessons from Philip - Clif Render

oin us as Clif Render (our RK Coach) shares from the book of Acts.

Jul 29, 202326:09
Phase 3 - Recalibration

Phase 3 - Recalibration

Join us as Pastor George returns from his recent sabbatical (which he shares about), but also introduces us to the themes on our next sermon series!

Jul 29, 202326:52
Lessons from Jonah - Dennis Gervais

Lessons from Jonah - Dennis Gervais

Join us as Pastor Dennis, church planting resident at TRC, closes out our Jonah series with a broad look of what God teaches Jonah and us through the messiness of life.

May 29, 202324:58
Wake Up O Sleeper! (Created to Dream)

Wake Up O Sleeper! (Created to Dream)

God created us to dream. Not just any dreams, but His dreams (His plans) for our lives. And they are often bigger than all we can ask or think! Do you know what His dream for your life is? Join us as Pastor George shares how we can discover our that dream.

May 21, 202327:41
Jonah 4 - What's Your Problem?

Jonah 4 - What's Your Problem?

Today, on Mother's Day, we finish our series on the book of Jonah. Pastor George will speak about the continued messiness of Jonah's life, but also how God always finishes the good work He starts.

May 14, 202328:08
Jonah 3 - God loves to save sinners!

Jonah 3 - God loves to save sinners!

Today, we continue in Jonah 3. We will see God's heart for sinners, and how He desires for them to live! Additionally, God specializes in saving the impossible people. Jesus is truly the hope of the world!

May 07, 202328:08
Jonah 2 - Jonah's Lament

Jonah 2 - Jonah's Lament

In Chapter 2, Jonah uses biblical lament to move from a place of pain to praise. Listen and learn how we can do the same. And also, how lament leads us down a path towards victory in Jesus!

Apr 30, 202329:49
Jonah 1:4-17 - Jesus, the better Jonah

Jonah 1:4-17 - Jesus, the better Jonah

Join us as we continue our series through the book of Jonah. Today, we will talk about how grace plays an extremely important role in the life of Jonah, but also how it will help us spiritually mature in this messy world.

Apr 23, 202326:44
Jonah 1:1-3 - The Poopy Prophet

Jonah 1:1-3 - The Poopy Prophet

Today, we're beginning Phase 2 of our 2023 Vision of Moving On Up! We will be studying the Book of Jonah. Tune in as we learn how Jonah can help us identify our spiritual immaturity and how Jesus can change us!

Apr 16, 202326:43
Easter 2023 - What did Easter accomplish?

Easter 2023 - What did Easter accomplish?

Join us for our Easter 2023 service! He is risen!

Apr 09, 202329:54
Growing in Christ - It's Worth the Sacrifice (Ephesians 4:1)

Growing in Christ - It's Worth the Sacrifice (Ephesians 4:1)

Join us as Pastor George share how sacrifice is a difficult, but necessary part of growing in Christ.

Apr 02, 202330:48
Growing in Christ: Learning How to Think About Your Spiritual Identity

Growing in Christ: Learning How to Think About Your Spiritual Identity

As we continue in our "Growing in Christ" series, Pastor George discusses the importance of understanding our new identity in Christ, and the challenges we typically face (because of our thinking) applying it, which is why Christians often live defeated. If that's been your experience, take a listen and see how God can give you victory!

Mar 26, 202329:17
Growing in Christ - Brazil Missions Trip Debrief

Growing in Christ - Brazil Missions Trip Debrief

Join us as Pastor George shares 3 lessons he learned from Brazil that can help us grow in Christ!

Mar 20, 202330:33
Growing in Christ - Be Like Jesus (Ephesians 4:8-10)

Growing in Christ - Be Like Jesus (Ephesians 4:8-10)

Take a listen as Pastor George shares our living like Jesus is key to growing in Christ. And one thing Jesus did was "GO" into the world. Will you go?

Mar 13, 202325:05
Growing in Christ - Joy & Pain

Growing in Christ - Joy & Pain

Take a listen as our Church Planting Resident, Dennis Gervais, speaks on how the process of pain can lead to joy, as we grow in Christ.

Feb 26, 202319:34
Growing in Christ - How building community helps us grow in Christ (Ephesians 4:1-6)

Growing in Christ - How building community helps us grow in Christ (Ephesians 4:1-6)

As we continue learning to grow in Christ, we'll discuss the importance of community in that process.

Feb 19, 202328:28
Growing in Christ: The Most Important Thing (Love) - Ephesians 4:15-16

Growing in Christ: The Most Important Thing (Love) - Ephesians 4:15-16

Discover the important of love when it comes to growing in Christ. 

Feb 12, 202330:37
Moving On Up - Phase 4: Heaven

Moving On Up - Phase 4: Heaven

Join us as we preview Phase 4 of our 2023 Vision - Moving on up!

Jan 29, 202326:50
Moving On Up - Phase 3: Recalibration (Book of Acts / Gifts of the Spirit)

Moving On Up - Phase 3: Recalibration (Book of Acts / Gifts of the Spirit)

Join us as we preview Phase 3 of "Moving On Up!"

Jan 22, 202325:12
Moving On Up - Phase 2: Jonah

Moving On Up - Phase 2: Jonah

Join us for the second installment of our 2023 Vision. We'll preview what Phase 2 will be all about, Jonah!

Jan 15, 202325:29
Vision Sunday 2023 - Moving on Up

Vision Sunday 2023 - Moving on Up

Join us as we share our 2023's Vision for our church. We'll also be talking about the importance of growing in Christ!

Jan 08, 202322:58
The Unexpected Gift - Part 2

The Unexpected Gift - Part 2

Join us for our Christmas service! Last week we discussed how we deserve nothing for Christmas. This week, we'll see that by grace, God has given us everything in Jesus.

Dec 23, 202224:28
The Unexpected Gift - We don't deserve anything for Christmas

The Unexpected Gift - We don't deserve anything for Christmas

Join us for Part 1 of our short Christmas mini-series titled, "The Unexpected Gift." We'll discuss the reality of how we don't deserve anything for Christmas, especially when we consider the truth found in Ephesians 2; however, because it's Christmas, there's good news of great joy for all people coming...

Dec 18, 202225:28
Why am I stressed? BONUS EPISODE

Why am I stressed? BONUS EPISODE

Join us as we discuss how following the Commander of Peace leads us into greater peace.

Dec 11, 202224:48
Why am I stressed? - I need to protect my heart.

Why am I stressed? - I need to protect my heart.

Join us as we talk about the connection between spiritual warfare and stress. And how having a protected heart leads to peace!

Dec 05, 202233:21
Why am I stressed? - I need God's wisdom.

Why am I stressed? - I need God's wisdom.

It's our third sermon in our current series on stress. Many times, our stress is sourced from our fear of making the wrong decision. With God's wisdom, we can move from stress to peace.

Nov 27, 202226:26
Why am I stressed? - I need to know God.

Why am I stressed? - I need to know God.

Today, we'll be discussing the importance of knowing God in this world This world, under the direction of Satan, desires to stress us out. But God desires us to have an abundant life of peace. Listen as we discuss how to live in God's peace.

Nov 20, 202225:12
Why am I stressed? - I need rest!

Why am I stressed? - I need rest!

Join us as we start a new series titled, "Why am I stressed?" Today, we'll see how we can overcome stress by rest and God's peace, by looking to the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10. 

Nov 13, 202228:59
Mark 16:9-20 - Jesus gives us authority to build His Kingdom.

Mark 16:9-20 - Jesus gives us authority to build His Kingdom.

Join us as we finish the Book of Mark. We'll see why we can be confident as we build God's Kingdom in our community! 

Nov 03, 202222:40
Mark 16:1-8 - Jesus gives us hope in the darkness.

Mark 16:1-8 - Jesus gives us hope in the darkness.

Join us as we look at the resurrection account according to Mark. It's the darkest day in history; but out of the darkness, came the greatest hope!

Oct 23, 202225:30
Jesus makes all things right

Jesus makes all things right

Today, we finish up chapter 15 in the Book of Mark. Sin has made everything wrong. On the cross, Jesus will make all things right. Take a listen!

Oct 09, 202225:44
The King took our shame!

The King took our shame!

Join us as we continue through the Book of Mark!

Oct 06, 202225:37
Mark 14:53-72 - Jesus is always right

Mark 14:53-72 - Jesus is always right

Join us as we finish up Mark 14. Today will will discuss three things: 1) Jesus is always right. 2) Our sin hates when He's right. 3) Jesus saves us from our sin.

Sep 25, 202228:21
Mark 14:1-52 - Jesus is worthy of our worship.

Mark 14:1-52 - Jesus is worthy of our worship.

Join us as we continue through the Book of Mark. We'll discuss a couple of reason that keep us from worshiping Jesus; better yet, we'll talk about how we can move past them and find life!

Sep 18, 202227:52
Mark 13:14-37 - How to be ready for the return of Jesus

Mark 13:14-37 - How to be ready for the return of Jesus

Join us as we continue thru the Book of Mark! We'll talk about what the future holds and how we can be found ready for the coming of Jesus.

Sep 11, 202226:13
Mark 12:35-44 - Jesus is better than you can imagine!

Mark 12:35-44 - Jesus is better than you can imagine!

Join us as we finish up chapter 12 in the Book of Mark. Too often our limitations cause us to miss the beauty and abundance of Jesus! Listen in as we discuss how to see Jesus for all that He is! And then, respond by giving Him everything!

Aug 29, 202227:16
Mark 11 - How Can I Live by Faith?

Mark 11 - How Can I Live by Faith?

Do you know what faith is? Do you wonder why it's important and how you can practice it? If so, join us as we continue thru the book of Mark and talk about faith!

Aug 07, 202225:19
Mark 10:46-52 - God's Master Plan to Fix Brokenness

Mark 10:46-52 - God's Master Plan to Fix Brokenness

Have you observed the brokenness in this world? Have you personally experienced it? Have you wondered what God thinks about it? Find out as we continue in the Book of Mark.

Jul 31, 202226:40
Mark 10:35-45 - How to Win in Life.

Mark 10:35-45 - How to Win in Life.

Do you want to have success in life? Do you like to win? Listen in as Jesus teaches us how to truly win in this world.

Jul 24, 202225:04
Mark 10:32-34 - Following Jesus Leads to Hope

Mark 10:32-34 - Following Jesus Leads to Hope

Take a listen as Pastor George continues in the Book of Mark discussing how following Jesus leads to hope. He will ask three questions that will help us see how the resurrection of Jesus Christ changes everything!

Jul 17, 202228:25
Mark 10:17-31 - How Can I Inherit Eternal Life?

Mark 10:17-31 - How Can I Inherit Eternal Life?

Join us as we continue thru the Book of Mark. Have you ever wondered what it takes to live forever? If you have, you're not alone. Listen in as Jesus' answers a young man who wondered the same thing.

Jun 19, 202234:32
Mark 9:30-50 - The Cross Makes Us Family

Mark 9:30-50 - The Cross Makes Us Family

Have you ever wondered if there was one thing you could focus on? One thing that would grow your faith? One thing that would help you maintain a healthy, godly perspective? Join us this week for as Pastor George continues in our series in Mark and discusses the great and important purpose of the cross.

May 29, 202224:42
Mark 9:9-29 - What to do when things go wrong.

Mark 9:9-29 - What to do when things go wrong.

Join us this week for church online as Pastor George continues in Mark 9.

May 22, 202227:53
Mark 9:1-8 - Confidence in Jesus

Mark 9:1-8 - Confidence in Jesus

Join us this week as we learn that we can can be confident about our faith in Jesus.

May 15, 202228:14
God and Moms Don't Give Up!

God and Moms Don't Give Up!

Happy Mother's Day. If you can't join us for #churchinperson this Sunday at 10 am, join us online right here. Pastor George is diving into Mark 8 to share how God doesn't give up on us.

May 08, 202230:13