Riverside Church Sunday Message
Riverside Church Birmingham 530 episodes Nov 10, 2026
Riverside Church Sunday Message shares weekly teaching from Riverside Church in Birmingham, UK. The intergenerational church describes its mission as bringing help and hope to Birmingham and beyond. Episodes center on Christian faith and the belief that Jesus is the source of life. Listeners can find more information at riverside-church.org.uk.
Episodes
Shame and grace — Tim Chilvers (8 November 2026)
Tim Chivlers speak on Judges 10:6-16; 11:1-11, 29-40 as part of our Escaping the Cycle series. Some stories are difficult to read because they remind us just how far things can go. Jephthah's story takes us into some of the darkest territory in Judges, where the cycle of sin and brokenness produces consequences that are impossible to ignore. And yet, right in the middle of it, we find one of t
Generations: Is this life for me? — Sarah Auger and Nathanael Ballew (1 November 2026)
Sarah Auger and Nathanael Ballew speaks on Judges 2:6-19 as part of our Escaping the Cycle series. At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk
In or out of hiding — Judy Moore (25 October 2026)
Judy Moore speaks on Judges 6:1-16 as part of our Escaping the Cycle series. When we're ashamed of who we've become, hiding can feel like the safest option. We shrink our expectations, keep our heads down and convince ourselves that we're not the person we once hoped to be. Gideon is hiding when God calls him a “mighty warrior”. The contrast is almost comical - Gideon certainly doesn&#
Stuck: The unbreakable cycle — Tim Chilvers (11 October 2026)
“In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as they saw fit.” Judges 21:25"To concentrate on our rebellion, defection, and folly is to forget that the centre of the Christian religion is not our sin but our Saviour.” Cornelius Plantinga JrWhy do we keep doing the things we don't want to do? We promise ourselves we'll change, we try harder, we start again - and somehow end up back
Peace & Power — Sarah Auger (4 October 2026)
Sarah Auger speaks on Luke 24:36-49 as part of our Did not our hearts burn? series. The disciples have seen Jesus alive, but the story isn't finished. When Jesus appears among them again, he speaks peace into their fear and promises power for what comes next. Luke 24 ends not with the disciples settling into a comfortable faith, but with a community being prepared for a new chapter - one in wh
Burning hearts that go — Nathanael Ballew
Nathanael Ballew speaks on Luke 24:33-35 as part of our Did not our hearts burn? series. An encounter with Jesus is difficult to keep to yourself. When the two disciples finally realise who has been walking beside them, they don't sit around discussing it - they get up and go! Their journey takes an unexpected turn, from disappointment to excitement, from walking away to running back. What hap
What on earth?—Tim Chilvers (20 September 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Romans 6:3–11 as part of our Did not our hearts burn? series.Is change really possible today? Baptism says yes, it is!At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan
When the penny drops—Judy Moore (13 September 2026)
Judy Moore speaks on Luke 24:25-32 as part of our Did not our hearts burn? series.Have you ever realised something that had been right in front of you all along? A moment when the pieces suddenly come together and you see everything differently?As Jesus walks with the disciples, he opens the Scriptures and reveals a story they thought they already understood - but now from a deeper, truer perspect
Longing for what is already here—Tim Chilvers (6 September 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Luke 24:13-24 as part of our Did not our hearts burn? series.“We had hoped…” Sometimes disappointment can make it hard to see what’s right in front of us. In Luke 24, two disciples are walking away from Jerusalem, carrying broken hopes and unanswered questions - while Jesus himself walks beside them. This is a story about disappointment, longing and the possibility that we m
Unashamed—Nathanael Ballew (30 August 2026)
Nathanael Ballew speaks on Titus 3:12-15 as part of our Unconventional series.Some of the most important people in God's kingdom are the ones whose names we barely know. They quietly help, faithfully serve, generously give, and simply go wherever they're needed.That's how Paul ends his letter to Titus. Not with a grand finale, but with ordinary people living extraordinary lives because
Undaunted—John Goodliff (23 August 2026)
John Goodliff speaks on Titus 3:1-11 as part of our Unconventional series.It's easy to see the world as 'us' and 'them'. We can become frustrated by people who think differently, live differently, or reject what we believe. Paul offers a remarkably unconventional alternative.In Titus 3, he reminds us where we all started - not with our achievements, but with God's mercy. Be
Unashamed—Judy Moore (16 August 2026)
Judy Moore speaks on Titus 2:1-15 as part of our Unconventional series.Most people won't experience the gospel first through a sermon or a debate. They'll experience it through the lives of those who follow Jesus. In Titus 2, Paul paints a vision of ordinary Christians living in extraordinary ways - not through perfection, but through lives continually shaped by God's grace. It's a
Undivided—Andy Worthington (9 August 2026)
Andy Worthington speaks on Titus 1:5-16 as part of our Unconventional series. It's easy to separate our lives into compartments. We can be one person on a Sunday, another at work, and someone else entirely at home. But Paul paints a very different picture in Titus 1. Before he says anything about influence or leadership, he begins with character. Before public ministry comes private integrity. In
Unconventional Lives—Sarah Auger (2 August 2026)
Sarah Auger speaks on Titus 1:1-4 as part of our Unconventional series.It's possible to know the truth without ever being changed by it. But the kind of knowledge Paul writes about in Titus isn't simply about learning more- it has the power to reshape the way we live.In the opening of his letter, Paul introduces a hope that transforms the present, a God whose timing is always perfect, and
Surrendered waiting—Nathanael Ballew & Joel Pumphrey (26 July 2026)
Nathanael Ballew & Joel Pumphrey speak on Psalm 40 as part of our Wait for it series.Waiting can feel like losing control. We want answers, movement, and certainty - but God often invites us into something deeper: trust.In Psalm 40, David looks back on a season of waiting and discovers that God meets him there. He doesn’t come away with a perfect explanation or a plan to manage the future, but
Eyes-open waiting—Tim Chilvers (19 July 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Psalm 130 as part of our Wait for it series. Do you remember the excitement of waiting for something you knew was coming? The anticipation of Christmas morning, a special day, or a long-awaited moment? You weren’t wondering whether it would arrive - you were watching for it. In Psalm 130, the psalmist describes waiting for God in the same way. Like a watchman looking for the
Enthusiastic waiting—Judy Moore (12 July 2026)
Judy Moore speaks on Psalm 77 as part of our Wait for it series. Sometimes the hardest part of waiting isn’t the waiting itself - it’s what it does to our hearts. When things take longer than we hoped, disappointment can slowly turn into doubt, and doubt can quietly become cynicism. But what if waiting could look different? What if we could learn to wait with expectation, hope, and even enthusiasm
Active waiting—Sarah Auger (5 July 2026)
Sarah Auger speaks on Psalm 27 and Luke 19:11-27 as part of our Wait for it series. Waiting rooms aren’t usually our favourite places. They feel like delays, interruptions, and time we’d rather skip.But what if waiting is actually where something important happens?Psalm 27 shows us that waiting on God is not passive - it’s active trust. It’s seeking, growing, preparing, and choosing faithfulness t
A legacy unleashed—Tim Chilvers (28 June 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Joshua 24:29-33 as part of our A Story and a Legacy series. What if success isn't finishing the work, but faithfully passing it on? As the book of Joshua closes, we're reminded that every generation stands on the shoulders of those who came before. Some plant, some build, some carry, and some harvest - but none of us are the whole story. The invitation is not to do everythin
A legacy reborn—Tim Chilvers (21 June 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Joshua 24:14-28 as part of our A Story and a Legacy series. Most defining moments don't feel dramatic at first. They often begin with a decision - a quiet but significant choice about who we will trust and what we will build our lives around. In Joshua 24, God's people are challenged to respond to the faithfulness they've experienced. Not with guilt or obligation, but with w
A legacy inherited—Tim Chilvers (14 June 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Joshua 24:1-13 as part of our A Story and a Legacy series.None of us starts from scratch. We all stand on ground prepared by someone else's prayers, sacrifices, faithfulness, and vision. In Joshua 24, God reminds his people of a remarkable reality: they are enjoying the fruit of work they did not do and receiving blessings they did not create. But this isn't merely a
Handling money with your heart—Judy Moore (7 June 2026)
Judy Moore speaks on Luke 12:15-21 and 1 John 5:21 as part of our The Miracle of Generosity series.Some idols are easy to spot. Others sit quietly in our bank accounts, our ambitions, and our sense of security.Jesus' warning in Luke 12 isn't aimed at the obviously greedy - it is aimed at anyone tempted to find life, worth, or safety in what they possess. The rich fool had plenty of wealth, but he
Handling money with your hands—Tim Chilvers (31 May 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on 2 Corinthians 8-9 as part of our The Miracle of Generosity series.Generosity isn't an idea, it's something you can hold in your hands. It shows itself in budgets, bank accounts, decisions, and priorities.In 2 Corinthians 8 and 9, Paul paints a picture of people whose lives were so shaped by God's grace that it changed what they did with their resources. Their ge
A miracle of provision—Sarah Auger (24 May 2026)
Sarah Auger speaks on John 6:1-14 as part of our Strange Things series.A problem too big to solve. Not enough to go around. And a question hanging in the air - what now?In John 6, the disciples are faced with an impossible situation. But what seems like a lack might not be the real issue after all. Because what follows isn’t just about provision - it’s about trust.And as the story unfolds, it beco
A miracle of the heart?—Nathanael Ballew, Sarah Auger, John Goodliff (17 May 2026)
Some miracles don’t look like miracles at all. No crowds, no spectacle - just a quiet, unexpected moment that’s easy to miss.In John 13, Jesus does something surprising. Not dramatic, not distant - but deeply personal. And it raises a question about what we think a miracle really is.Because sometimes the most extraordinary things aren’t the ones that draw attention… but the ones that come close, a
But are they really?—Tim Chilvers (10 May 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on John 20:24-29 as part of our Strange Things series.Doubt gets a bad reputation. But in John 20, we meet someone who asks honest questions - and ends up somewhere unexpected.This isn’t a story about having all the answers, or ignoring the hard questions. It’s about what happens when doubt is met, not dismissed.Because sometimes the difference isn’t between doubt and faith… bu
What are miracles for?—Ben Pearson (3 May 2026)
Ben Pearson speaks on John 20:28-31 as part of our Strange Things series.John doesn’t just call them miracles, he calls them ‘signs’. Moments that are strange, unexpected, and not quite what they first appear to be.In John 9, a remarkable event unfolds, but the deeper meaning isn’t obvious to everyone who sees it. Some are amazed, some are sceptical, and some miss it entirely.Because sometimes the
What are miracles like?—Judy Moore (26 April 2026)
Judy Moore speaks on John 2:1-11, as part of our Strange Things series.“Miracles aren’t always what we expect. Sometimes dramatic, sometimes quiet - but often confusing, even unsettling. In John 9, what unfolds sparks wonder in some, resistance in others, and leaves many trying to make sense of it. Because these moments don’t just sit neatly in our categories. They challenge, disrupt, and linger.
Still longing for the miracle—Tim Chilvers (19 April 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on John 11:1-44, as part of our Strange Things series.What do you do when God doesn’t respond the way you hoped? In John 11, a desperate request is met with silence… and by the time Jesus arrives, it feels too late. Expectations collapse, grief takes over, and the questions get louder. But as the story unfolds, it becomes clear that this moment isn’t following any formula or ti
Great expectations?—Judy Moore (12 April 2026)
Judy Moore speaks on John 9:1-11, 35-38, as part of our Strange Things series.“We have seen strange things today.” That’s how people described the works of Jesus - paradoxa: unexpected, unexplainable, beyond what should be.In John 9, we see a miracle that breaks all the rules - no formula, no clear pattern, and a mix of joy and scepticism in response.But here’s the question: what if those ‘strange
Easter Sunday—Sarah Auger (5 April 2026)
Saarh Auger speaks on Luke 24:1–12, John 20:19–20, and Matthew 28:5–10, 16–20. Jesus has risen, just as he said he would. He is alive and reigns as King over all creation. Join with us to sing songs, recount the story of Jesus resurrection, and celebrate baptisms. At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Who
Connect with community—Tim Chilvers, Ado Muronzi, Rahel Jack, Mel Lynch (29 March 2026)
Tim Chilvers, Ado Muronzi, Rahel Jack and Mel Lynch speak on Romans 12:17-21 as part of our Connected Life series.'Connection is the key to human thriving.' (HRH The Princess of Wales and Professor Robert Waldinger, from a report about the dangers of hyper-connectivity called 'The Power of Human Connection in a Distracted World') We live in a society in which there is greater reco
Connect with church—Nathanael Ballew (22 March 2026)
Nathanael Ballew speaks on Romans 12:4-16 as part of our Connected Life series.‘Connection is the key to human thriving.' (HRH The Princess of Wales and Professor Robert Waldinger, from a report about the dangers of hyper-connectivity called ‘The Power of Human Connection in a Distracted World’) We live in a society in which there is greater recognition about the dangers of hyper-connectivity.
Connect with self—Tim Chilvers (15 March 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Romans 12:3 as part of our Connected Life series.How do you really see yourself?In the second talk of our Connected Life series, we explore Romans 12:3 and the challenge to think of ourselves with 'sober judgment.' In a culture where we are so often dominated by pride or insecurity, this message shows how God’s grace frees us from both. When we begin to see ourselves
Connect with God—Judy Moore (8 March 2026)
‘Connection is the key to human thriving.' (HRH The Princess of Wales and Professor Robert Waldinger, from a report about the dangers of hyper-connectivity called ‘The Power of Human Connection in a Distracted World’)We live in a society in which there is greater recognition about the dangers of hyper-connectivity. We’re always connected, but less and less content.Always on, but never at rest.
Truth wins out—Tim Chilvers (22 February 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Esther 7-8, as part of our Conspiracy series.The book of Esther ends with a victory feast - and a body count. The villain is impaled. God is never mentioned. An entire people group celebrates their survival. And you’re left wondering what to do with it all. Where is God in stories like this? What do you do when the “good guys” don’t look entirely good? And what happens when
Ragebait can’t win—Nathanel Ballew (15 February 2026)
Nathanel Ballew speaks on Esther 7-8. as part of our Conspiracy series.Many of us love a conspiracy theory, but there is really one conspiracy FACT behind them all. Even when we can’t always see his hand at work, ‘In all things, God works silently, yet certainly’ - Susanna Wesley In an age obsessed with conspiracy theories and hidden agendas, we often find ourselves searching for what’s real—yearn
The unknown battle—Judy Moore (8 February 2026)
Judy Moore speaks on Esther 3 - 6. as part of our Conspiracy series.In a story full of intrigue, pride, danger, and surprising reversals, we see how God works quietly behind the scenes—through prayer, patience, courage, and ordinary faithfulness. As Haman’s pride swells and Esther risks everything with the words “If I perish, I perish,” we’re invited to ask where God might be at work in our own li
The hidden conspiracy—Sarah Auger (1 February 2026)
Sarah Auger speaks on Esther 1-2. as part of our Conspiracy series.A lavish party, a reckless king, a silenced queen, and a young woman quietly carried into a story far bigger than she realises, the book of Esther opens with chaos, power plays, and deeply human decisions. God’s name is never mentioned, yet His fingerprints are already all over the story, working through flawed people, broken syste
Courage to go all in—Tim Chilvers (25 January 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on 2 Timothy 1:6-7. as part of our Courage, dear heart series.A 3-week Vision series focussed on one key passage: 2 Timothy 1:6-10. We will introduce our key verse for the year: ‘For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.’ (2 Timothy 1:7) ‘”Courage, dear heart," and the voice, she felt sure, was Aslan’s.’ (C.S. Lewis, the Vo
Courage to love—Tim Chilvers (18 January 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on 2 Timothy 1:7. as part of our Courage, dear heart series.A 3-week Vision series focussed on one key passage: 2 Timothy 1:6-10. We will introduce our key verse for the year: ‘For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.’ (2 Timothy 1:7) ‘”Courage, dear heart," and the voice, she felt sure, was Aslan’s’ (C.S. Lewis, the Voyag
Courage to advance—Tim Chilvers (11 January 2026)
Tim Chilvers speaks on 2 Timothy 1:6-10. as part of our Courage, dear heart series.Ever had to take a step into the unknown, when you can’t see what lies ahead? As we enter a new year, we explore what it means to live with courage rather than fear. Drawing on Paul’s words to Timothy and the gentle call of God to “take heart,” we’ll discover how the Holy Spirit empowers us to face uncertain times w
Moving forwards in faith—Judy Moore (4 January 2026)
We begin 2026 looking ahead, and exploring what it might look like to take steps forwards in our faith in Jesus in the year to come.Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk
The not-so secret weapon—Nathanael Ballew (7 December 2025)
Nathanael Ballew speaks on Ephesians 6:18-20 as part of our Army of Us series.It’s easy to forget the hidden weapon for the battle. Maybe we could remember just how powerful this army really is.Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk
How do we fight?—Tim Chilvers (30 November 2025)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Ephesians 6:13-17 as part of our Army of Us series.Sadly, throughout history, the church has done a lot of harm. But maybe it's because the church has picked the wrong weapons. Maybe we should choose some different weapons to fight the good fight?Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk
What kind of battle?—Judy Moore (24 November 2025)
Judy Moore speaks on Ephesians 6:10-13 as part of our Army of Us series.What battles are you fighting, and why? Maybe we should choose the right battles! And maybe we should remember who we fight with.Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk
Deuteronomy—Tim Chilvers (16 November 2025)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Deuteronomy 7:1-6, 16 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.“You must destroy them totally.”A passage that raises deep ethical and theological questions. How do we approach texts that seem to endorse violence or even genocide? And what can they show us about God’s justice, holiness, and mercy?At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jes
Leviticus—Sarah Auger (9 November 2025)
Sarah Auger speaks on Leviticus 11 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.“These are the animals you may eat…”Why does the Old Testament include such detailed food laws and clothing restrictions? We’ll explore their meaning in Israel’s story, and consider whether they have any relevance for us today.At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as hi
Mark—Tim Chilvers (2 November 2025)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Mark 10:17-30 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.“Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then, come follow me.”How should we view our possessions? So we really have to be willing to give away everything?At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Bi
Romans—Ben Pearson (26 October 2025)
Ben Pearson speaks on Romans 8:28 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.“In all things God works for the good…”This verse has encouraged countless believers, but it’s often misunderstood. Does it mean everything in life is automatically good? Or is Paul pointing to a deeper assurance of God’s ultimate purposes at work?At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know
Luke—Judy Moore (19 October 2025)
Judy Moore speaks on Luke 14:25-27 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.“Anyone who does not hate father and mother… cannot be my disciple.”Did Jesus really mean we should hate our families and even ourselves? Together we’ll wrestle with these shocking words and discover what wholehearted discipleship truly looks like.At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know
Genesis—Nathanael Ballew (12 October 2025)
Nathanael Ballew speaks on Genesis 38:1-30 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.“Come now, let me sleep with you.”A disturbing and often-overlooked story. We’ll face its difficult themes head-on, asking what it reveals about the human heart, God’s purposes, and the need for redemption in even the darkest places.At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus
Philippians—Sarah Auger (5 October 2025)
Sarah Auger speaks on Philippians 4:13 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”A verse often quoted as a motivational boost, but what did Paul really mean? We’ll explore how this passage is less about winning or achieving, and more about finding deep contentment in every circumstance.At Riverside we are on a journey together to help peo
Jeremiah—Judy Moore (28 September 2025)
Judy Moore speaks on Jeremiah 29:11 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.“For I know the plans I have for you…”This much-loved verse is often applied to individual success and prosperity. But in its original context, it spoke to a whole community living in exile. What does “hope and a future” mean when life doesn’t go to plan?At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get
Deeper in our discipleship—Tim Chilvers (21 September 2025)
Tim Chilvers speaks on John 15:1-11 as part of our Risked It series.What if following Jesus isn’t about doing more, but daring to remain where the deepest transformation takes place?At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find ou
Braver In Our Evangelism—Tim Chilvers (14 September 2025)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Acts 11:19-23 as part of our Risked It series.Everyone loves hearing good news. What could happen if we played our part in being bringers of hope?At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about
Riskier In our Faith—Tim Chilvers (7 September 2025)
Tim Chilvers speaks on Matthew 25:14-30 as part of our Risked It series.Life involves risk. Will we choose fear that holds us back, or trust that leads to growth?At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riversi
31/08/2025 | Pity the Fool | David | Judy Moore
TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool
TITLE: David
BY: Judy Moore
DATE: Sunday 31 August 2025
Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 24:2-4 & 24:8-25
It is foolish to rely on our own achievements to define our success. May we repent once again from this and give all the glory to God.
Welcome:
What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to he
24/08/2025 | Pity the Fool | Absalom | Jenny Barthow
TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool
TITLE: Absalom
BY: Jenny Barthow
DATE: Sunday 24 August 2025
Bible Passage: 2 Samuel 15:1-18 & 15:30-34
It is foolishness to never be satisfied and to try to claw for more. Trust that God gives you what you need and has placed you where you are.
Welcome:
What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journe
17/08/2025 | Pity the Fool | Nabal | Ado Muronzi
TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool
TITLE: Nabal
BY: Ado Muronzi
DATE: Sunday 10 August 2025
Bible Passage: 1 Samuel 25:2-42
How do we invite the Holy Spirit to give us the fruit of gentleness when our foolishness leads us towards anger?
Welcome:
What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus
10/08/2025 | Pity the Fool | Saul | Andy and Emma Davies
TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool
TITLE: Saul
BY: Andy and Emma Davies
DATE: Sunday 10 August 2025
Bible Passage: 1 Samuel 13:1-14
God gives us clear directions through the Bible and puts people around us to keep us from making foolish mistakes. Do we pause to listen to their wisdom and advice?
Welcome:
What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We
27/07/2025 | Pity the Fool | Solomon | Ben Pearson
TEACHING SERIES: Pity the Fool
TITLE: Solomon
BY: Ben Pearson
DATE: Sunday 27 July 2025
Bible Passage: 1 Kings 3:3-15
The wisest person that ever existed still made mistakes. How much more do we need to seek God’s guidance and wisdom in our own lives?
Welcome:
What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is still true of us online. We are on a journey together to help peopl
20/07/2025 | Reset | Resetting to Maturity | Tim Chilvers
TEACHING SERIES: Reset
TITLE: Resetting to Maturity
BY: Tim Chilvers
DATE: Sunday 20 July 2025
Bible Passage: Philippians 10:3-16
We’ll explore what true spiritual growth looks like as we journey from transformation to Christlikeness. Drawing from Ephesians 4 and Romans 12, we’ll look at what it means to answer the call to grow deeper in character, resilience, wisdom, and love. God doesn’t just
13/07/2025 | Reset | Resetting to Change | Judy Moore
TEACHING SERIES: Reset
TITLE: Resetting to Change
BY: Judy Moore
DATE: Sunday 13 July 2025
Bible Passage: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18
Life doesn’t always go as planned, but we can trust that God is always present and His promises never fail. He is the unshakable rock on which we build our lives, the only secure foundation.
Welcome:
What's true of Riverside Church when we meet together in-person is
05/07/2025 | Reset | Resetting to Resilience | Jeff Lucas
TEACHING SERIES: Reset
TITLE: Resetting to Resilience
BY: Jeff Lucas
DATE: Sunday 05 July 2025
Bible Passage: 1 Kings 19:1-18
We journey with Elijah as he faces exhaustion, fear, and isolation, yet finds strength in God’s quiet presence. His moment of rest shows us how to build emotional and spiritual resilience in the face of burnout and discouragement.
God doesn’t shame Elijah for his weakness
05/07/2025 | Reset | Resetting to Faithfulness | Jeff Lucas
TEACHING SERIES: Reset
TITLE: Resetting to Faithfulness
BY: Jeff Lucas
DATE: Sunday 5 July 2025
Bible Passage: John 21:1-22
We walk with Peter as he encounters the risen Jesus on the shores of Galilee. After failure and disappointment, Jesus invites Peter—and us—back into purpose through grace and remembrance. This sermon focuses on how faithfulness begins by remembering what God has already done
05/07/2025 | Reset | Resetting to Joy, Jesus and Fun | Jeff Lucas
TEACHING SERIES: Reset
TITLE: Resetting to Joy, Jesus and Fun
BY: Jeff Lucas
DATE: Sunday 5 July 2025
Bible Passage: Luke 15:22-27
Discover how joy, laughter, and celebration are essential to life with God. Through the parables of the lost sheep, coin, and prodigal son, Jesus shows that heaven throws a party over every person who returns to Him.
We explore Scriptures that affirm God’s joy-filled
29/06/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | The wonder of the God’s promises | Tim Chilvers
TEACHING SERIES: From Weary to Wonder
TITLE: The wonder of the God’s promises
BY: Tim Chilvers
DATE: Sunday 29 June 2025
Bible Passage: Acts 27:13-44
Life doesn’t always go as planned, but we can trust that God is always present and His promises never fail. He is the unshakable rock on which we build our lives, the only secure foundation.
Welcome:
What's true of Riverside Church when we meet
22/06/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | The wonder of the Holy Spirit | Judy Moore
TEACHING SERIES: From Weary to Wonder
TITLE: The wonder of the Holy Spirit
BY: Judy Moore
DATE: Sunday 22 June 2025
Bible Passage: Acts 19:1-7
The Holy Spirit empowers the Church. Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit, along with spiritual gifts like prophecy, tongues, and discernment, not for show, but to strengthen our faith and encourage others. These gifts are meant to build up the Church and draw p
15/06/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | The wonder of prayer | Tim Chilvers
15/06/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | The wonder of prayer | Tim Chilvers by Riverside Church
08/06/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | The wonder of healing | Sarah Auger
TEACHING SERIES: From Weary to Wonder
TITLE: The wonder of healing
BY: Sarah Auger
DATE: Sunday 8 June 2025
Bible Passage: Acts 9:32-43
Healing is a topic that we each might approach with different feelings and experiences. But we see in Scripture that healing was never only for the individual, it served as the Gospel message pointing people to God’s love, power, and the hope we have in our eter
01/06/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | The wonder of legacy | Tim Chilvers
TEACHING SERIES: From Weary to Wonder
TITLE: The wonder of legacy
BY: Tim Chilvers
DATE: Sunday 1 June 2025
Bible Passage: Numbers 13:1-3a; 26-30
Numbers 14:5-9; 20-24
What do you do when the future looks uncertain…or even impossible?
In a land full of giants, Caleb and Joshua saw a promise—not a problem. While fear paralysed others, they moved forward in confidence—not in themselves, but in the
25/05/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | The wonder of a new identity | Judy Moore
TEACHING SERIES: From Weary to Wonder
TITLE: The wonder of a new identity
BY: Judy Moore
DATE: Sunday 25 May 2025
Bible Passage: Acts 9:1-19
A relationship with Jesus brings us a brand new identity: one not based on the things of this world—power, position & popularity—but instead one simply based on being His child.
The quiet faithfulness and assurance Ananias had from his identity as a child of
18/05/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | The wonder of discipleship | Tim Chilvers
TEACHING SERIES: From Weary to Wonder
TITLE: The wonder of discipleship
BY: Tim Chilvers
DATE: Sunday 18 May 2025
Bible Passage: Acts 8:26-38
The things we meditate on and fill our minds with are reflected in the person we become. To become more like Jesus—and understand what He meant when He said that by knowing Him, we can have life and have it to the full—we must spend time with Him. How do we
11/05/2025 | From Weary to Wonder | Sarah Auger
From weary to wonder
BY: Sarah Auger
DATE: Sunday 11 May 2025
Bible Passage: Acts 8:8-18, Isaiah 40:28-31
Out of our prayer and fasting days in January, there was a sense of weariness and a need to reawaken our relationships with God. We’ll read about the early church in Acts, looking to see what happens when the excitement stops, when tough times come and when we feel weary. How do we find a fre
04/05/2025 | Preparing the Way | What God asks of you | Nathanael Ballew
TEACHING SERIES: Preparing the Way
TITLE: What God asks of you
BY: Nathanael Ballew
DATE: Sunday 4 May 2025
Bible Passage: Matthew 23:23-24, Micah 6:8
Have you ever been so obsessed with the little details of a task, you’ve missed the big picture? Some call this “missing the forest for the trees”, and our relationship with God can be a lot like this. We can become so focused on external rule-fol
27/04/2025 | Preparing the Way | What is our Mission? | Tim Chilvers
TEACHING SERIES: Preparing the Way
TITLE: What is our Misson?
BY: Tim Chilvers
DATE: Sunday 27 April 2025
Bible Passage: Matthew 28:16-20
So we know Jesus as King. He has all the power and authority in the world and in our lives. We have seen the ways he has claimed the victory on our behalf—but now what? Turns out, we have a part to play as well. Jesus gives us a clear mission, one that require
20/04/2025 | Preparing the Way | Easter: The King Who Reigns | Judy Moore
TEACHING SERIES: Preparing the Way
TITLE: Easter: The King Who Reigns
BY: Judy Moore
DATE: Sunday 20 April 2025
Bible Passage: Matthew 28:1-15
It’s Easter Sunday! Jesus has risen, just as he said he would. What great news we have to share now! Jesus is alive and reigns as King over all of creation. This is the King that we have been preparing the way for—one who was able to defeat death once and
13/04/2025 | Preparing the Way | Welcome the King | Sarah Thompson
TEACHING SERIES: Preparing the Way
TITLE: Welcome the King
BY: Sarah Thompson
DATE: Sunday 13 April 2025
Bible Passage: Matthew 21:1-11
Jesus is the King of kings, and yet the image we have of him riding into the city on a donkey doesn’t feel very valiant. Matthew records Jesus stating that the kingdom of heaven is near, and every kingdom needs a King. But what kind of King is Jesus really? Are
06/04/2025 | Preparing the Way | What is the Cost? | Tim Chilvers
TEACHING SERIES: Preparing the Way
TITLE: What is the Cost?
BY: Tim Chilvers
DATE: Sunday 6 April 2025
Bible Passage: Matthew 8:18-22
Following Jesus is the best choice anyone will ever make, but it does come at a cost. Jesus models a life of sacrifice and service where he puts others first. What if we are faced with choices where we need to decide whether we have the stuff we’ve been dreaming of
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