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RiverTree JacksonOctober 25 | Hide & Seek: Week 6 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jon TisevichThis week, Pastor John explores Matthew 25 and Jesus’ call to love and care for those around us. As we anticipate His return, we’re reminded that our greatest responsibility is to love God and love others. Discover what it means to see the unseen, care for the overlooked, and love like Jesus, allowing our actions to reflect His heart and share His hope with the world.
2026-10-2534 minRiverTree JacksonOctober 18 | Hide & Seek: Week 5 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jon TisevichThis week in our Hide & Seek series, Pastor John explores the power of perspective and praise through the story of Paul and Silas in Acts 16. Even in the midst of hardship, uncertainty, and difficult seasons, we have a choice in how we respond. Discover what it means to choose a perspective of praise, break free from the things holding us back, and allow our faith to become a light that leads others to Jesus. Our praise can break chains and create a chain reaction of hope!
2026-10-1838 minRiverTree JacksonOctober 11 | Hide & Seek: Week 4 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jon TisevichThis week in our Hide & Seek series, we dive into Matthew 24 and Jesus’ call to endure through life’s challenges while keeping our eyes fixed on Him. Even in the midst of chaos, uncertainty, and difficult seasons, Jesus is our source of strength and hope. Discover what it means to persevere in faith, trust God through the storms, and make the most of the time we have by sharing His love and the good news with others.
2026-10-1241 minRiverTree JacksonOctober 4 | Hide & Seek: Week 3 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jake GarmanyThis week in our Hide & Seek series, Pastor Jake shares a message called Heartbreak & Hope, revealing the heart of Jesus for those who are hiding behind religion, broken identities, or unwilling hearts. Even in His heartbreak, Jesus offers hope. Discover what it looks like to come out of hiding, respond to His invitation, and allow the presence of God to fill the empty places in your life.
2026-10-0539 minRiverTree JacksonSeptember 27 | Hide & Seek: Week 2 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week in our Hide & Seek series, Pastor Brian walks through Jesus’ Seven Woes of Warning in Matthew 23 and challenges us to look beyond outward appearances and examine what’s happening in our hearts. God’s warnings come from His love. Discover what it means to let go of pride and empty religion, respond to the Holy Spirit’s leading, and allow God to replace a heart of stone with a heart of flesh.
2026-09-2848 minRiverTree JacksonSeptember 20 | Hide & Seek: Week 1 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, we begin our new Hide & Seek series with Hiding Behind Religion. Pastor Brian challenges us to examine the difference between simply practicing religion and having an authentic relationship with Jesus. Through Matthew 23, we’re reminded to stop hiding behind pretending, performance, and pride and instead pursue a genuine, humble relationship with Christ. God isn’t looking for a perfect performance; He wants our hearts.
2026-09-2139 minRiverTree JacksonSeptember 13 | Generation Sunday | RiverTree JacksonThis Generation Sunday, we’re reminded that no matter your age or stage of life, God has a purpose for you right now. We are never too young, too old, or too unqualified to be used by Him; we are all the Church of Now. Discover how God can use every generation to serve His Kingdom, share His love, and make an impact right where we are.
2026-09-1420 minRiverTree JacksonSeptember 6 | Unique: Week 4 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor John TisevichIn the final week of our Unique series, Pastor John challenges us to move beyond simply gathering on Sundays and begin living on mission wherever God has placed us. Jesus didn’t call us to “sit and soak”; He called us to go and make disciples. Through Jesus’ example of washing His disciples’ feet, we see that missional living begins with a heart willing to serve. Whether it’s showing radical generosity, offering unreasonable hospitality, inviting someone into your life, or simply being present for someone who needs you, we are called to live out the Gospel in the places we li...
2026-09-0738 minRiverTree JacksonAugust 30 | Unique: Week 3 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowIn week three of our Unique series, Pastor Brian challenges us to rethink what a healthy life with Jesus looks like. God created us to be human beings, not human doings, and our doing should always flow from our being with Him. Through rest, slowing down, setting healthy limits, and living intentionally, we can step away from striving and learn to trust God with the results. Discover the 5-2 principle and what it looks like to faithfully give God what you have, create healthy rhythms, and live from a place of relationship with Jesus rather than exhaustion.
2026-08-3148 minRiverTree JacksonAugust 23 | Unique: Week 2 | RiverTree Jackson | Jen GrowIn week two of our Unique series, Jen Grow explores the power of the Holy Spirit and what it means for every follower of Jesus. The Holy Spirit isn’t distant; He lives within us, continually transforms our hearts, and equips each of us with unique gifts to build God’s Kingdom. When we choose to walk in the Spirit each day, we open ourselves to God’s power working in and through our lives. Discover what it looks like to recognize the Holy Spirit’s presence, respond to His leading, use the gifts He has given you, and live emp...
2026-08-2440 minRiverTree JacksonAugust 16 | Unique: Week 1 | RiverTree Jackson | Brian GrowWomen are made in the image of God and gifted by the Holy Spirit without limits.Women bring a perspective and an experience of truth that the church & world desperately need.Women should never allow their worth or value to be determined by anyone other than God & His holy Word.
2026-08-1751 minRiverTree JacksonAugust 9 | Baptism Sunday | RiverTree Jackson | Brian GrowWhat is baptism all about, and what does baptism actually do? Pastor Brian breaks it all down in this special teaching service.
2026-08-1042 minRiverTree JacksonAugust 2 | Hall of Fame: Week 12 | RiverTree Jackson | Jen GrowIn the final week of Hall of Fame, we explore the remarkable story of Rahab, a woman whose past did not define her future. Though she was marginalized and unlikely in the eyes of the world, Rahab's faith in God transformed her life and secured her place in His redemptive story. This message reminds us that no one is beyond God's grace, every story matters, and God can use anyone who chooses to trust Him. No matter your past, Jesus offers a new identity, a new purpose, and a place in His family.
2026-08-0338 minRiverTree JacksonJuly 26 | Hall of Fame: Week 11 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jon TisevichIn Week 11 of Hall of Fame, we look at the story of Joshua and the walls of Jericho to discover what it means to trust God when His plan doesn't make sense. Through Joshua's unwavering faith and obedience, we're reminded that God often does His greatest work in us before He works through us. If you've been facing walls that seem impossible to overcome, this message will encourage you to keep trusting, keep marching, and believe that God is faithful to bring down every wall in His perfect timing.
2026-07-2743 minRiverTree JacksonJuly 19 | Hall of Fame: Week 10 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jason LantzIn Week 9 of Hall of Fame, we explore the life of Moses, an underdog who discovered that enduring faith is built one step of obedience at a time. From seasons of standing out to being hidden to trusting God beyond his own abilities, Moses' story reminds us to keep going, keep trusting, and keep saying "yes" to God through every season of life. No matter where you find yourself today, God is inviting you to take the next step of faith and discover the incredible things He can do through a life fully surrendered to Him.
2026-07-2040 minRiverTree JacksonJuly 12 | Hall of Fame: Week 9 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowIn Week 9 of Hall of Fame, we explore the life of Joseph, an underdog who was mistreated yet remained faithful through every season of waiting. Despite betrayal, injustice, and years of unanswered questions, Joseph trusted God's plan and discovered that God's timing is always perfect. Join us as we learn how God uses seasons of waiting to strengthen our faith, shape our character, and prepare us for His greater purpose.
2026-07-1356 minRiverTree JacksonJuly 5 | Hall of Fame: Week 8 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowIn Week 8 of Hall of Fame, we explore the life of Jacob, an underdog whose flaws didn't disqualify him from God's purpose. Through Jacob's story of wrestling, surrender, and transformation, we discover that God often does His greatest work in the midst of our struggles. Join us as we learn how God can redeem our past, reshape our identity, and use every challenge to deepen our faith and draw us closer to Him.
2026-07-0542 minRiverTree JacksonJune 28 | Hall of Fame: Week 7 | RiverTree Jackson | Guest Speaker, Rachel HunkaIn Week 6 of Hall of Fame, we explore the life of Isaac, an often-overlooked hero whose quiet faith made a lasting impact. Through Isaac's willingness to trust God, even in life's hardest moments, we're reminded that faith often looks foolish before God provides. Discover how God uses our obedience, even in the middle of difficult seasons, to shape our character and leave a legacy that impacts generations to come.
2026-06-2936 minRiverTree JacksonJune 21 | Hall of Fame: Week 6 | RiverTree Jackson | Guest Speaker, Courtney Brown from Habitat ECOWhat do you do when God's promises seem impossible? This week in Hall of Fame, we explore the life of Sarah and see how God transformed doubt into faith and fulfilled His promises in ways only He could. Sarah's story reminds us that God's timing is perfect, His promises are true, and nothing is beyond His power.
2026-06-2337 minRiverTree JacksonJune 14 | The Hall of Fame: Week 5 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowWhat does it take to trust God when you don't know where He's leading? In Week 4 of our Hall of Fame series, we look at the extraordinary faith of Abraham, an ordinary man who followed God's call, trusted His promises, and surrendered what mattered most. Discover how God uses ordinary people with extraordinary faith to accomplish His purposes and why His plans are always greater than our own.
2026-06-1551 minRiverTree JacksonJune 7 | The Hall of Fame: Week 4 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowWhat if the very thing you think disqualifies you is the thing God wants to use? In this week's Hall of Fame message, we uncover powerful lessons from one of the Bible's most unlikely heroes and discover how faith can turn ordinary lives into extraordinary stories.
2026-06-0852 minRiverTree JacksonMay 31 | The Hall of Fame Week 3 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week at RiverTree Jackson, Pastor Brian Grow continues our Hall of Fame series by looking at the incredible stories of ordinary people who lived with extraordinary faith.Through the lives of those who trusted God despite uncertainty, fear, and impossible circumstances, we are reminded that God doesn’t call perfect people; He calls willing people. When we choose obedience, surrender, and faith, God can use our story for something far greater than we could imagine.Join us as we discover what it means to live a life marked by faith and trust in the On...
2026-05-3141 minRiverTree JacksonMay 24 | The Hall of Fame: Week 2 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jon TisevichWhat table is your faith sitting at right now? “FOR THE” faith — thanking God for His provision.“EVEN THOUGH” faith — trusting God in the middle of the storm.“BECAUSE OF” faith — praising God for the purpose He’s producing through the pain.
2026-05-2450 minRiverTree JacksonMay 17 | The Hall of Fame: Week 1 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowPastor Brian kicks off a new series focused on the book of Hebrews. Don't miss each week as we unpack the story of the underdogs of our faith.
2026-05-1746 minRiverTree JacksonMay 10 | RULES OF ENGAGEMENT Week 4 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowIn this final week of the series, Rules of Engagement, Pastor Brian challenges us to fight on the highest level against the real enemy in our relationships: Satan. The spiritual realm has a greater influence on our relationships than physical circumstances. We must wield the sword of the Spirit, the shield of faith, and the victory found in prayer.
2026-05-1137 minRiverTree JacksonMay 5 | RULES OF ENGAGEMENT | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, Pastor Brian teaches us to fight for understanding in our relationships. Being heard is common, but being understood is rare. Real understanding leads to real appreciation & value. 1) Be fully present. 2) Seek the feelings behind their words. 3) Stop planning your response. 4) Recognize the reflection of Christ in them.
2026-05-0338 minRiverTree JacksonApril 26 | RULES OF ENGAGEMENT Week 3 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, Pastor Brian shares Rule #3: Fight Upward. The original pure form of any relationship was designed to be three = 2 people + God. Our earthly relationships are life-giving and strongest when our heavenly relationship with Him comes first.
2026-04-2632 minRiverTree JacksonApril 19 | RULES OF ENGAGEMENT Week 2 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, Pastor Brian shares the second Rule of Engagement as to Fight Clean. Are your words true, helpful, inspiring, necessary, and kind?
2026-04-2045 minRiverTree JacksonApril 12 | RULES OF ENGAGEMENT Week 1 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThe kickoff to a new five-week series, this week, Pastor Brian shares the first Rule of Engagement as "fight for the relational WIN" through selflessness through five practical keys to living selflessly as:1. Pick your battles2. Only fight battles that gain ground.3. In the battle, don’t lose sight of the war.4. Just because you can does not mean you should.5. When one person wins and the other loses, the relationship loses.
2026-04-1352 minRiverTree JacksonApril 5 | A CROWN OF VICTORY | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis Easter, Pastor Brian answers the question of "WHY?" and shares why Jesus had to willingly die and why Jesus' blood was required for the forgiveness of sins.
2026-04-0642 minRiverTree JacksonMarch 29 | A CROWN OF SUFFERING | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowAs we approach Easter, Pastor Brian asks, "Do we truly comprehend His suffering?" The crowd expected a crown of gold for their king, but Jesus chose a crown of thorns. Pastor Brian shares these main points this week: Jesus suffered while no one believed. Jesus suffered through humility. Jesus suffered in total rejection. Jesus suffered in place of me. Jesus suffered for my guilt. Jesus suffered in silent strength. He willingly steps into my suffering so I can willingly step into His salvation.
2026-03-2943 minRiverTree JacksonMarch 22 | TRADES Week 5 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowIn this final sermon of the Trades series, Pastor Brian asks two questions as we share our Testimony:1. What have I done with Jesus?2. What have I done with my story?
2026-03-2242 minRiverTree JacksonMarch 15 | TRADES Week 4 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, Pastor Brian asks, "How would we live if we believed?our bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, and is God Lord of your mind, heart, flesh and soul?"
2026-03-1538 minRiverTree JacksonMarch 8 | TRADES Week 3 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, Pastor Brian shares about the trades we make with our treasure through the stewardship, obedience, sacrifice, location, and value of our treasure.
2026-03-0942 minRiverTree JacksonMarch 1 | TRADES Week 2 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jon TisevichThis week, Pastor Jon shares how we can use our talents with intentionality and a spirit of urgency for the Kingdom and the parable of the Talents in the book of Matthew. Stop trading your talent for things that don't have anything to do with the Kingdom. Trade your unique talents up for the Kingdom in such a way that multiplies His mercy, truth, and compassion to Earth now, and stand in anticipation of His return.
2026-03-0243 minRiverTree JacksonFEB 22 | TRADES Week 1 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowEverything is a trade, and our trades reveal our priorities. We are always trading something for something else. In this first week of the series, Pastor Brian teaches about trading our time. From margin/rest to wasting our time, and more.
2026-02-2345 minRiverTree JacksonFEB 15 | FREQUENCY Week 5 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowIn this final week of the Frequency series, Pastor Brian shows us there are four unique ways God also speaks to us: 1. When others give exhortation, wisdom, insight, or truth.2. When God sends angels to communicate, warn, or guide.3. When God uses dreams/visions to communicate direction, instruction, and encouragement.4. When God uses the spiritual gifts of others.
2026-02-1639 minRiverTree JacksonFEB 8 | FREQUENCY Week 4 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, Pastor Brian walks us through ways we can hear God's voice more clearly. 1. Regularly reading God's Word is vital. 2. Listen with anticipation, not expectation. 3. Change your proximity to the source.
2026-02-0837 minRiverTree JacksonFEB 1 | FREQUENCY Week 3| RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, Pastor Brian shares what you should do to discern God's voice. We have to take the voice of God to God's Word, then take the voice to a mature Christ follower, then take God's voice back to Him in prayer.
2026-02-0242 minRiverTree JacksonJAN 25 | ONLINE ONLY SERVICE | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowIn this special online-only service, due to severe inclement weather, Pastor Brian shares a message of how daily small steps of tuning into the frequency of Jesus lead to daily small wins that lead to bigger wins. So if we're on a mission to "Win hearts to Jesus one person at a time," then what is next and who is next for you?
2026-01-2533 minRiverTree JacksonJAN 18 | FREQUENCY Week 2 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Jason LantzTuning into the voice of God is crucial to living on mission for God. This week, Pastor Jason teaches us four inhibitors to hearing God's voice and four action steps that will change how you hear the voice of God.
2026-01-1830 minRiverTree JacksonJAN 11 | FREQUENCY Week 1 | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Brian GrowThis week, Pastor Brian kicks off the new sermon series with an overview, teaching us the ways we can hear from God. In the coming weeks, we will dive deeper into the specific topics.
2026-01-1248 minRiverTree JacksonSacred Pain Week 1 | Pastor Brian GrowPastor Brian kicks off an 8-week series to explore how even the most challenging things in our lives can be turned into extraordinary purpose. What if pain became sacred? This week, Brian covers four undeniable realities of this life.
2025-09-2939 minRiverTree JacksonTransform Your World Week 8 | Pastor Brian GrowPastor Brian shares the strategy involved in conjunction with the new mission and vision of RiverTree Jackson.
2025-09-2240 minRiverTree JacksonTransform Your World Week 7 | Pastor Brian GrowPastor Brian continues to unveil the new mission and vision for RiverTree Jackson.
2025-09-1534 minRiverTree JacksonTransform Your World Week 6 | Pastor Brian GrowPastor Brian shares the new mission of RiverTree Jackson: Winning hearts to Jesus One Person at A Time.
2025-09-0845 minRiverTree JacksonTransform Your World Week 5 | Pastor Jen GrowIn Week 5, RiverTree Jackson Connections Pastor, Jen Grow, shares from Acts 17:16-34 and how we are called to be scripture-saturated storytellers and how we can believe and study His Word. Living for Him, surrendered to Him and His Word.
2025-09-0129 minRiverTree JacksonTransform Your World Week 4 | Pastor Jon TisevichIn Week 4, RiverTree Jackson Care Pastor, Jon Tisevich, shares from Acts 11:19-25 and how we are called to be healthy multipliers of people. We multiply who we are, not what we do.
2025-08-2548 minRiverTree JacksonTransform Your World Week 3 | Debbie HoutIn Week 3, Guest Speaker and RiverTree Jackson Prayer Team Leader, Debbie Hout shares from Acts 8:26 and how the most powerful purpose for any follower of Christ is allowing the Holy Spirit to lead them to their next step.
2025-08-2030 minRiverTree JacksonTransform Your World Week 2 | Pastor Brian GrowIn Week 2, Pastor Brian expands the idea of being sacrifical servants. In both the new and old testament it is commanded to live open handed for the Lord in our time, talent, and treasure. As disciples of Christ we are also called to live this way to transform our communities.
2025-08-1138 minRiverTree JacksonTransform Your World Week 1 | Pastor Brian GrowIn Transform Your World all seven churches under the Rivertree movement are sharing the same unified vision based on Acts 1:1-14. In this message, Pastor Brian announces the official mission and vision of the church and what it means to be a true Christ follower. He then goes on to share the four key attributes of a true Christ follower for this to be accomplished.
2025-08-0441 minRiverTree JacksonProof Week 7 | Pastor Brian GrowIn the final Proof of God's existence, Pastor Brian Grow examines the seventh and greatest of them, the Gestalt argument. This states that the whole, all six previous arguments, are greater as a whole than its parts, each proof by itself. Together the existence of God is undeniable. He then circles back to how to argue these things in gentleness and respect so as to better defend our faith and please the Lord to win people for Christ.
2025-07-2839 minRiverTree JacksonProof Week 6 | Pastor Jon TisevichIn proof week six, Pastor Jon Tisevich argues for the existence of God by the basis of testimony. As all of history is based on testimony whether written or spoken, the testimony of billions of people throughtout the world would have to be dismissed if God were not real. As there are hundreds of eye wittnesses who were willing to die for the belief that Jesus was raised from the dead ir reasons it must be true.
2025-07-2145 minRiverTree JacksonProof Week 5 | Pastor Brian GrowIn Proof Week 5, Pastor Brian presents the argument of divine belief. People groups throughout all time and culture have had an innate sense of reaching for God. If God did not exist, this would be impossible. He then looks at examples of comman religous and historical stories that are shared by groups on every continent like the global flood. The emergence of these common stories cannot be by chance.
2025-07-1434 minRiverTree JacksonProof: Week 4 | Pastor Brian GrowIn Proof Week 4, Pastor Brian presents the argument for God based on biblical prophecy. As there are hundreds of clear and specfic biblical prophecies written centuries before they happen, it suggests a divine giver of that knowledge. He also addresses the two most common objections: prophetic metaphor and that they were written after the events took place.
2025-07-0744 minRiverTree JacksonProof: Week 3 | Pastor Brian GrowIn Proof Week 3 Pastor Brian will reason that God gave moral laws, also called objective truth, that all cultures throughout time have followed. The argument then follows that if God does not exist, than neither does objective moral value. However, as objective moral values do exist, then God must exist.
2025-06-3040 min2025-06-2339 minRiverTree JacksonProof: Week 2 | Pastor Brian GrowWe are continuing our series: Proof. Pastor Brian Grow is presenting the teleological argument, also called the argument of design. The message focuses on the complexity found in biological life and creation, suggesting [demanding] a designer. The probability of all of this happening by chance does not suggest the likelihood or affirmation of evolution.
2025-06-2341 minRiverTree JacksonMy Story: Week 7 | Pastor Brian GrowIn this final message of the series, we shift from “my story” to “their story” with persistent prayer that transforms lives. Explore Luke 18:1-8 and discover why tenacious faith in prayer changes everything and deepens our dependence on God. Get ready to be inspired to keep praying and trust God to move powerfully!
2025-06-1031 min2025-06-1037 minRiverTree JacksonMy Story: Week 6 | Pastor Brian GrowThrough personal stories and scripture, Pastor Brian reminds us that God not only restores us through Christ but also calls us to be His ambassadors—representing His love and inviting others into relationship with Him. Discover how prayer is the starting point for life change, and how your story, your prayers, and your influence matter more than you think.
2025-06-0234 min2025-05-1931 min2025-05-1229 minRiverTree JacksonMy Story: Week 2 | Pastor Brian GrowIn this message, we discuss how your story can be a catalyst for life change. From a woman at a well to a city transformed, learn how love, truth, and simple invitations open the door to God’s greater story. Discover the power of “invest and invite” and how your past, redeemed by Christ, can impact others for eternity.
2025-05-0519 minRiverTree JacksonMy Story: Week 1 | Pastor Brian GrowChrist in you is the hope of the world — but what does that really mean? In this kickoff message of our brand-new series My Story, we explore how your personal journey of faith can be a source of hope and transformation for others. Discover the power of your story and why it matters more than you think.
2025-04-2836 minRiverTree JacksonThe [Com]passion of Christ: Week 6 | Pastor Brian GrowWhy did Jesus stop for the hurting? Because compassion was His why. In this message, we explore how true faith isn’t just belief—it’s love in action. If we miss compassion, we might be missing Jesus.
2025-04-1435 minRiverTree JacksonThe [Com]passion of Christ: Week 5 | Pastor Brian GrowIn this heartfelt message rooted in Luke 7:11-17, we explore the profound compassion of Jesus as He encounters a grieving widow. Without being asked, Jesus intervenes—revealing that His love moves even when we lack the words or faith to ask. Through powerful illustrations and biblical truth, this sermon speaks to the depth of our pain, the process of mourning, and the hope we find in Christ. We are reminded that Jesus meets us in our sorrow, lifts us up, and offers eternal hope. Whether struggling to grieve or ready to trust again, we are invited to lean into Hi...
2025-04-0737 minRiverTree JacksonThe [Com]passion of Christ: Week 4 | Pastor Brian GrowIn Week 4 of our series, The [Com]passion of Christ, we explore the power of faith, the barriers that prevent us from experiencing the miraculous, and the role of prayer and fasting in spiritual breakthroughs. Through the story in Mark 9:14-29, we examine how doubt, past failures, impatience, and limited belief can hinder God’s work in our lives.
2025-03-3137 minRiverTree JacksonThe [Com]passion of Christ: Week 3 | Pastor Brian GrowJesus calls us to forgive as we have been forgiven. In this message, we explore Matthew 18:21-35 and the parable of the unforgiving servant, revealing the depth of God’s mercy and the freedom found in forgiveness. Struggling to let go of past hurts? Discover how Christ’s love empowers us to release bitterness and walk in peace.
2025-03-2442 minRiverTree JacksonThe [Com]passion of Christ: Week 2 | Pastor Jon TisevichAs we continue The [Com]passion of Christ series, Pastor Jon explores Jesus’ deep, gut-wrenching compassion (splagchnizomai) as seen in Mark 1:40-45. Through the story of Jesus healing a leper, we’re challenged to see our own “spots” and embrace Christ-like love. This message calls us to move beyond judgment and reach out with the same radical compassion that Jesus showed to the outcasts.
2025-03-1738 minRiverTree JacksonThe [Com]passion of Christ: Week 1 | Pastor Brian GrowPastor Brian starts Week 1 of our new series: The [Com]passion of Christ. This sermon challenges us to reflect: Do we truly understand the Father's love? Is our faith in Him rooted in His unchanging nature rather than fleeting emotions? As Jesus looked upon the distressed and dispirited with a shepherd’s heart, we are called to embody that same love in our daily lives.
2025-03-1036 minRiverTree JacksonKnown: He Makes A Way | Pastor Jon TisevichIn the final message of our series, Known, Pastor Jon challenges us to examine whether we are truly following Jesus or simply choosing the path of comfort and convenience. Like the choice between spandex and sweatpants, Jesus calls us to a life of transparency, authenticity, and surrender, rather than hiding behind what’s easy and comfortable.
2025-03-0440 minRiverTree JacksonKnown: He Restores me | Pastor Jon TisevichSometimes, we need to reset the router—to pause, breathe, and allow God to restore us. Just like a shepherd cares for his sheep, Jesus invites us into His restoration, so that we, in turn, can bring hope and healing to others.In this message, Pastor Jon explores Psalm 23, the power of true restoration, and how embracing the heart of the Good Shepherd transforms the way we love the lost, the hurting, and the "whoevers" in our world.
2025-02-2438 minRiverTree JacksonKnown: He Rescues Me | Pastor Brian GrowIn this message, we dive into four powerful questions that reveal God’s relentless love for the lost, the depth of His forgiveness, and His invitation for us to return to Him. Whether you feel far from God or struggle with how He welcomes the broken, this sermon will challenge and encourage you to see His heart in a new way.Pastor Brian unpacks Luke 15 and challenges us to discover that no matter where you've been, God sees you, loves you, and is calling you home.
2025-02-1732 minRiverTree JacksonKnown: He Knows Me | Debbie HoutAt the core of every human heart is a deep longing—to be seen, to be loved, to be known. In John 10, Jesus reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd, the One who knows us fully and loves us completely.During this message we dive into the heart of our Shepherd, discovering what it truly means to be known by Him—and how His love transforms the way we see the world. When we are known by Him, we are never alone.
2025-02-1126 minRiverTree JacksonThe Goat: He Protects Them | Pastor Jon TisevichThe enemy is scheming, but are we ready to fight back? In this sermon, Pastor Jon calls us to armor up, hit our knees in prayer, and go to war for our kids, families, and communities. It’s time to rise up, take responsibility, and protect the next generation the way Jesus commands.
2025-02-0433 minRiverTree JacksonThe GOAT: He Elevates Them | Pastor Brian GrowPastor Brian dives into Matthew 18:1-7, where Jesus reveals the transformative qualities that elevate us in God's eyes. He challenges us to explore five essential childlike attributes—Faith, Trust, Wonder, Imagination, and Obedience—that redefine greatness in the spiritual realm. With practical insights and heartfelt reflections, this message will inspire you to embrace a faith-filled life marked by humility and dependence on God.
2025-01-2741 min2025-01-2034 minRiverTree JacksonThe GOAT: He Invites Them | Pastor Jon TisevichThis week, we kick off the powerful new series, The GOAT (The Greatest of All Time), with a profound message about the importance of childlike faith and the next generation. Drawing from Matthew 18 and 19, we explore Jesus' invitation to humility and dependence on God, just like a child. Discover how each of us can leave a lasting imprint on young hearts, engage with divine moments, and invest in the future of faith.
2025-01-1433 minRiverTree JacksonBe ONE for the ONE | Pastor Jon TisevichIn this inspiring kickoff to 2025, Pastor Jon reflects on the trials, triumphs, and God’s undeniable presence in RiverTree’s journey over the past year. Drawing from Jesus’ heartfelt prayer in John 17, we are called to embrace unity as one body of Christ and step into the new year with purpose. Discover how being ONE for the ONE—living out the gospel and loving genuinely—can transform our lives and communities. Join us as we explore how God is making all things new and inviting us to be His hands and feet in a hurting world.
2025-01-0642 minRiverTree JacksonJoy to the World?: Mary in the Midst of it All | Pastor Rachel HunkaPastor Rachel Hunka continues our December series as she takes us on a deep dive into Luke 1:5-45, uncovering the rich truth behind the story of Mary. Through her journey of faith, doubt, and surrender, we see how God brings joy, purpose, and peace even in the midst of life’s messiest moments.
2024-12-2340 minRiverTree JacksonJoy to the World?: The Messiah in our Mess | Pastor Jason LantzThis Sunday, we explored the powerful message of Jesus being with us in the midst of our messes. Through the story of the shepherds, we’re reminded that we are never alone in our struggles. This sermon encourages us to take small, faithful steps of action, trusting in God’s provision and purpose for our lives. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed or seeking a renewed sense of hope, this message will uplift and challenge you to embrace the presence of Christ in every circumstance.
2024-12-1652 minRiverTree JacksonJoy to the World?: Counterfeit Kings | Pastor Jon TisevichThis message unpacks the story of the wise men, King Herod, and the true King, Jesus, exploring what it means to guard your heart in a season of stress and celebration. Learn how to bring your best to King Jesus, resist the counterfeit kings of chaos, and empower the next generation. Get ready for humor, heart, and a powerful reminder to find joy amidst the Christmas crazy.
2024-12-0950 minRiverTree JacksonJoy to the World?: From Crazy Comes a King | Pastor Jon TisevichPastor Jon launches our new series: "Joy to the World?" as we explore the fascinating and chaotic family that Jesus came from. God could have chosen a more “perfect” family to bring Jesus into the world, yet He picked one filled with imperfections! While family dynamics can be complicated and the Christmas season often feels overwhelming, it’s essential to pause and recognize the joy that surrounds us.
2024-12-0245 minRiverTree JacksonBuilt: Worry | Guest Pastor Mike ArnoldPastor Mike Arnold concludes our series, "Built," by addressing the issue of "worry"—a challenge we all face. He emphasizes that God encourages us to cast our worries upon Him, allowing us to focus on eternity while navigating life one day at a time.
2024-11-2532 minRiverTree JacksonBuilt: Love in Anger | Pastor Brian GrowGuest Pastor Brian Grow continued our series, Built, by urging us to embody the teachings of Jesus found in Matthew 5:21-26. We are called to love everyone, especially during challenging times—when we feel anger, or when we must forgive or seek forgiveness.
2024-11-1138 minRiverTree JacksonBuilt: Built to Shine | Pastor Jon TisevichPastor Jon reminds us that we are the light of the world as he challenges us with the act of baptism.
2024-11-0438 minRiverTree JacksonBuilt: Salt of the Earth | Pastor Rachel HunkaPastor Rachel Hunka breaks down the phrase, "You are the salt of the earth." What is salt? How does that relate to our calling from God?
2024-10-2839 minRiverTree JacksonBuilt: Peace is Possible | Pastor Jake GarmanyPastor Jake continues week 3 of our series, Built, as he reminds us that we need a type of peace that only God can provide. He then challenges us to share that peace with others.
2024-10-2135 minRiverTree JacksonBuilt: Cravings | Pastor Jon TisevichContinuing our series, Built, Pastor Jon reminds us that what we crave, we consume. Eventually, what we consume is who we become. The only thing that is going to satisfy the craving and aching of your soul truly is Jesus Christ.
2024-10-1441 minRiverTree JacksonBuilt: Firm Foundations | Pastor Jon TisevichPastor Jon kicks off our new series "Built" where he challenges us to truly analyze our foundation. What is our foundation built on? Can it weather the storms? We know that storms will always reveal what our foundation is built on.
2024-10-0739 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It: Lead Us Not Into Temptation | Pastor Jon TisevichPastor Jon continues the series "Going Through It" by discussing how temptation impacts our lives. He encourages listeners to rely on God’s strength and stay grounded in faith during times of struggle.
2024-09-1741 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It | Pastor Jason LantzThis week, we welcomed RiverTree Christian's Vision Leader, Jason Lantz, as he continued our series "Going Through It".
2024-09-1045 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It: This is the Day | Courtney BrownCourtney Brown, Director of Family Partnership at Habitat for Humanity East Central Ohio, explores the Lord's Prayer, focusing on the line, "Give us this day our daily bread." She discusses how this prayer unites believers across denominations and emphasizes the importance of daily reliance on God. Tune in as Courtney unpacks its deeper spiritual significance.
2024-08-2730 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It: On Earth As It Is In Heaven | RiverTree Jackson | Pastor Drew CauseyIn this episode, Pastor Drew explores how Jesus teaches us to pray with purpose, aligning our hearts with God's kingdom. Discover the power of prayer as a prophetic act that invites heaven into our present reality.
2024-08-2030 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It: Flexible Faith | Pastor Jake GarmanyListen in as Pastor Jake discusses how God's renewal calls us to embrace new life and let go of old ways. He emphasizes the need for flexibility in our faith and reminds us that God's unwavering commitment is to continually transform us into who He has called us to be.
2024-08-1342 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It: Your Kingdom Come | Pastor Daniel DunnivanThis week, we continued our series: Going Through it as we welcomed Pastor Daniel Dunnivan from RedOaks. He focuses on the "battle of the wills" we often face in our relationship with Jesus–our way vs. Jesus' way. And, why, it is so important we pray to keep in step with Him and His plan.
2024-08-0630 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It: Power In the Name | Pastor Jake GarmanyThis week Pastor Jake explores the profound significance of names in shaping our identity and relationships. Discover how God's name, YAHWEH, reveals His character and invites us into a deeper, more personal connection with Him. Understanding God's name can transform the way we relate to Him, offering comfort and strength in life's challenges.
2024-07-3028 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It: Our Father IN HEAVEN | Pastor Jon TisevichPastor Jon speaks about life's journey, full of belief, disbelief, hurt, and hope, and emphasizes the shared journey of faith in God. He highlights the power of God's love and the importance of coming back to the Father's family, sharing his own story of transformation and the impact of RiverTree's community in his life.
2024-07-2341 minRiverTree JacksonGoing Through It: Our Father... It’s personal. | Pastor Jon TisevichIn his message, Pastor Jon reflects on life's unpredictability, emphasizing that while we can't control what happens to us, we can choose how we respond. He encourages finding strength and hope through faith, reminding the us that God's presence is constant even in life's storms.
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