Sermons – The Rivers Church Yuba City

The events of the past months; COVID-19, financial stress, racial unrest, and political strife, are truly signs of the times. While our responses to these challenges may be different, all of us are in need of hope and encouragement. The word spoken on our first week together (nearly a year ago) is true today. We are in this together!

The author of Hebrews (10:25) penned these words, “This is not the time to pull away and neglect meeting together, as some have formed the habit of doing, because we need each other! In fact, we should come together even more frequently, eager to encourage and urge each other onward as we anticipate that day dawning.”

Sermon Notes

6-28-20: I Am Moses – Week 4, “The Secret of the Rod – Part Two”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 04:31:18 +0000

Luke 4:33-36
Luke 4:5-7
John 10:30
John 5:19
John 12:49
Matthew 28:18
Matthew 28:19-20
Mark 9:28-29
James 4:7-8
John 8:12
John 12:36
1 Thessalonians 5:5
1 Corinthians 4:20
2 Timothy 1:7
Acts 1:8
Sermon Notes
https://www.therivers.org/sermons/6-28-20-i-am-moses-week-4-the-secret-of-the-rod-part-two

6-21-20: I Am Moses – Week 3, “The Secret of the Rod – Part One”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 00:31:37 +0000

Introduction: The call of God through a burning bush

Exodus 4:2-5
Exodus 4:17
Revelation 19:15
Jeremiah 1:4-5
Ephesians 2:10
Jeremiah 29:11
Ecclesiastes 3:11
Psalm 57:2-3
John 10:10
Revelation 9:11
1 Peter 5:8
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/6-21-20-i-am-moses-week-3-the-secret-of-the-rod-part-one

6-14-20: I Am Moses – Week 2, “God’s Answer To Every Problem”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 01:01:54 +0000

Moses did not know God. He had no Bible, no
record other than the story of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

Exodus 3:2-10
Hebrews 4:16
Hebrews 4:11-13
Exodus 4:1-7
Exodus 4:10-17
Psalm 23:4
Exodus 3:1-7
Exodus 4:1-5,17
Luke 4:35-37
Luke 10:19
Acts 1:8
Revelation 12:5
Sermon Notes
https://www.therivers.org/sermons/6-14-20-i-am-moses-week-2-gods-answer-to-every-problem

5-31-20: I Am Moses – Week 1, “Introduction”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 01 Jun 2020 01:02:42 +0000

Who was Moses? We’ll identify some important reasons to study the life of Moses including his place in history, his role in the formation of the Jewish faith, his human struggles, and the similarities between the lives of Moses and Jesus.

Deuteronomy 34:10-12
Exodus 14:31
1 Kings 8:53
Deuteronomy 31:9-11
Numbers 12:6-8
1 Corinthians 10:11
Exodus 3:11
Exodus 4:1
Numbers 20:11-12
Exodus 1:22
Exodus 2:3,10
Exodus 3:1,10
Exodus 4:2-4
Exodus 16:3
Numbers 21:6-9
John 3:14-15
2 Corinthians 5:21
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/5-31-20-i-am-moses-week-1-introduction

5-24-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 12, “Overcoming Comparison”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 25 May 2020 16:31:09 +0000

How do we stop dealing with unhealthy comparisons with others? The torment of comparison is perpetual, and God’s only answer is for us to stop comparing!

John 21:17-23
1 Corinthians 12:23-25
Romans 8:5-6
Psalm 139:16
James 3:14-16
Jeremiah 17:5-8
1 John 2:15-16
1 Thessalonians 5:18
Ephesians 2:10
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/5-24-20-the-overcoming-life-week-10-overcoming-comparison

5-17-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 10, “Overcoming Sickness”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 18 May 2020 02:15:57 +0000

God still heals! So why isn’t everyone healed? In this teaching we’ll identify some of the different reasons for sickness to
fully understand how He heals.

Isaiah 53:4-5
John 9:1-3
Matthew 11:30
Deuteronomy 5:9-10
Luke 13:11-13
John 5:1-14
Psalm 116:15
Mark 5:28-29
Luke 6:35-36
James 5:14-15
Psalm 107:20
Mark 11:24
Luke 10:19
Colossians 4:14
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/5-17-20-the-overcoming-life-week-10-overcoming-sickness

5-10-20: “The Overcoming Mom”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 11 May 2020 01:03:42 +0000

Happy Mother’s Day!
Sermon Notes: https://www.therivers.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Mothers-Day-2020.pdf

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/5-10-20-the-overcoming-mom/

5-3-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 9, “Overcoming Shame Part 2”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 03 May 2020 19:53:12 +0000

Even though we were created to live without shame, everyone battles guilt, regret and self-hate. However, Jesus rejected the curse of shame on the cross.

Genesis 3:21
Leviticus 8:14-15
Leviticus 16:7-9
Leviticus 8:17
Leviticus 16:10,21-22
John 1:29
1 Peter 1:18-20
Hebrews 9:21-23
Revelation 1:5
Hebrews 13:11-14
Hebrews 12:2
1 John 1:8
2 Corinthians 12:9-10
2 Corinthians 7:10
1 John 1:9
Psalm 103:8-14
Hebrews 8:12
Romans 8:1
Revelation 12:10-11
Luke 6:37-38
1 Peter 2:6
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/5-2-20-the-overcoming-shame-part-2/5-2-20-the-overcoming-life-week-9-overcoming-shame-part-2

4-26-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 8, “Overcoming Shame Part 1”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 01:02:49 +0000

Even though we were created to live without
shame, everyone battles guilt, regret and self-hate. However, Jesus
rejected the curse of shame on the cross.

Jeremiah 3:25
Daniel 9:8
Genesis 2:25
Genesis 3:8-13
Exekiel 16:61-63
Hebrews 13:12-15
Hebrews 12:1-2
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/4-26-20-the-overcoming-life-week-8-overcoming-shame-part-1

4-19-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 7, “Overcoming Discouragement”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 19 Apr 2020 18:52:46 +0000

It is human nature to feel discouraged and overwhelmed. All of us will be discouraged from time to time, how we respond when we are down is always a choice. Our choice will determine our outcome.

1 Samuel 16:6-7,13
1 Samuel 30:1-8
1 Samuel 17:45
Psalm 59:1-4,16-17
Philippians 4:8 (AMP)
Isaiah 26:3
Hebrews 11:6
Psalm 149:6-9
Hebrews 4:12
John 16:33
1 Peter 4:12
Romans 5:3-5
Luke 10:19
Titus 3:5
Psalm 59:10
Romans 11:5-7
Ephesians 2:8-9
Hebrews 4:16
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/4-19-20-the-overcoming-life-week-7-overcoming-discouragement

4-12-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 6, “Overcoming Death”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 12 Apr 2020 22:47:52 +0000

Jesus frees us from sin and death and his
resurrection assures us of life eternal. He lived, died, and rose to give us
a rich and satisfying life. (John 10:10)

Genesis 2:6
Genesis 1:27,31
Genesis 2:15-17
Genesis 3:1,4-5
Genesis 3:16-23
Romans 6:23
Genesis 4:6-8
Luke 21:25
Revelation 13:8
John 19:28-30
Hebrews 2:9
Romans 5:17
Hebrews 10:20
John 1:4-5
Revelation 21:6
Revelation 1:18 (MSG)
John 10:10 (PHILLIPS)
Joel 2:25-26
Revelation 21:3-4
John 11:25
2 Timothy 2:7 (AMP)
Malachi 4:2
1 Peter 2:24
Ephesians 4:32
3 John 2 (MSG)
John 14:19
John 3:16-17
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/4-12-20-the-overcoming-life-week-6-overcoming-death

4-5-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 5, “Overcoming Unforgiveness”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 05 Apr 2020 22:30:05 +0000

NOTE: This week’s sermon was streamed live via Google Hangouts by Pastor Mark, then sent to our live online stream. The audio quality is lower than usual.

In life, offenses, hurts, unkind words, rejection, and betrayal will come – sometimes from strangers, but sometimes from close friends or family. Regardless of the source, we must forgive to live as overcomers.

Luke 23:24
Phillippians 4:13
1 John 5:4
Revelation 2:7
Revelation 2:17
Revelation 2:26-28
Revelation 3:21
Ephesians 4:26-27
Matthew 18:21-23;35
Psalm 103:8-14
Matthew 10:16
Romans 13:1-5
Romans 12:17-19
Luke 6:28
1 Peter 5:8
James 4:7
Ephesians 4:26-27
Matthew 6:15
1 John 3:10
Message Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/4-5-20-the-overcoming-life-week-5-overcoming-unforgiveness

3-15-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 4, “Overcoming Fear”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 00:59:32 +0000

On his way to the cross, Jesus experienced more fear than any person ever and yet He overcame. Based on Christ’s example, we’ll identify how to overcome our fears and accomplish God’s will for our lives

Luke 22:39-47
Hebrews 4:15
Hebrews 5:1-2
Hebrews 2:14-15
Matthew 9:4,12:25
Mark 2:8
Luke 5:22,6:8
Matthew 12:15
Matthew 22:18
John 2:24
Luke 4:13
1 Samuel 16:14
Luke 22:44
1 Timothy 1:7
Philippians 4:6
Hebrews 4:16
James 4:6-8
1 Peter 5:7
Psalm 23:4
Psalm 16:8-11
Hebrews 13:5-6
Philippians 4:19
Numbers 14:6-9
Numbers 14:6-9
Luke 24:36
Message Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/3-15-20-the-overcoming-life-week-4-overcoming-fear

3-8-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 3, “Overcoming Doubt”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 05:03:24 +0000

Everyone has questions, “Why does God
allow me to suffer?” or “Why doesn’t God answer my prayers?”
“What is the right decision?” “Did I really hear God?” We’ll look
honestly at our doubts and learn to overcome any doubt in our
lives.

John 20:19-29
Matthew 14:24-27
Luke 24:39-40
Matthew 28:17
Genesis 15:4-5,16:1-3,17:17-18
2 Samuel 6:8-10
Exodus 4:1-3
Exodus 16:2-3
John 3:1-21
John 11:17-32
Mark 9:24
Romans 10:17
Luke 9:22
Matthew 14:26-31
Genesis 3:1
Psalm 111:10
Hebrews 11:6
Jeremiah 29:11
Message Notes
The Blessing with Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/3-8-20-the-overcoming-life-week-3-overcoming-doubt/

3-1-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 2, “Overcoming Rejection”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 02 Mar 2020 00:53:07 +0000

Jesus was the most rejected man in the history of the world, but he overcame rejection on every level – and has empowered us to do the same!

Isaiah 53:2-6
Phillippians 4:13
1 John 5:4
Hebrews 13:5-6
John 6:37
Luke 6:22-23,26
Luke 6:27-28,37
Revelation 12:11
Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/3-1-20-the-overcoming-life-week-2-overcoming-rejection

2-23-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 1, “Overcome… or Overcomers”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 02:00:52 +0000

Genesis 1:28
Genesis 3:1,17
Colossians 3:25
Romans 6:23 (MSG)
Galatians 6:1
Job 20:22
Jeremiah 8:21
Ezekiel 7:25
Mark 9:24
2 Corinthians 2:7
John 16:33
2 Corinthians 5:21
Hebrews 2:14-15
Romans 6:9
Romans 8:37
Romans 6:14
Galatians 3:13
Revelation 3:12
Sermon Notes

2-23-20: The Overcoming Life – Week 1, “Overcome… or Overcomers”

2-16-20: Promises Part 8, “The Book of Promise”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 17 Feb 2020 23:04:25 +0000

The Bible contains over 3,000 promises. In order to fully
experience all God promises us, we need to be in His Book,
absorbing it into every facet of our lives.

Peter 2:3-5
1 Chronicles 17:19
Ephesians 2:12
2 Corinthians 1:20
Hebrews 1:2
Isaiah 40:8
Isaiah 55:10-11
Joshua 21:45
Joshua 23:14
Psalm 89:34
Psalm 146:5-6
Hebrews 10:23
Psalm 119:140
Psalm 119:148
Titus 3:5-8 (MSG)
Romans 8:1-2
Ephesians 1:11-12 (MSG)
John 10:10
2 Peter 1:5
2 Corinthians 7:1
Hebrews 6:12-18
Message Notes

2-16-20: Promises Part 8, “The Book of Promise”

2-9-20: Promises Part 7, “Promise of Peace”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 03:40:28 +0000

Jesus came as the Prince of Peace. Today we’ll look at the
person, promise, power, and purpose of peace. Peace is the
method that God guides us, protects our minds, and serves
as our platform for service.

Isaiah 9:6-7
Mark 4:38-39
Isaiah 26:3 (NLT)
Luke 24:36
2 Peter 1:2
2 Thessalonians 3:16
Romans 14:17 (NLV)
Romans 5:1
John 3:36 (VOICE)
Acts 10:36
Colossians 1:19-21
Romans 15:13
John 14:27
Psalm 29:11 (TPT)
John 16:32-33
Philippians 4:7 (TPT)
Colossians 3:15 (AMP)
Philippians 4:6-7
Romans 8:5-6
Matthew 5:9
Ephesians 6:15
Luke 10:5-6
Romans 16:20

Sermon Notes

2-9-20: Promises Part 7, “Promise of Peace”

2-2-20: Promises Part 6, “The Promise of Purpose-Filled Life”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 03 Feb 2020 03:35:22 +0000

Ephesians 1:11-12 (MSG)

Jeremiah 29:13-14

Message Notes

1-26-20: Promises Part 5, “Power and Provision”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 18:59:07 +0000

This week our focus is on the promises of God’s provision and His power. As
believers, we can trust God to meet all of our needs. Paul reminds us in 2
Corinthians that God does not grudgingly provide for us. “And God will generously
provide all you need.’

1-19-20: Promises Part 4, “Presence And Protection”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 04:05:34 +0000

God promises ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you’. He says, ‘You are mine, and I
am yours, and our relationship is an eternal one.’ He promises to be ever present
and He will never turn His heart away from us.

1-12-20: Promises Part 3, ” Redeemed & Restored”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 03:11:07 +0000

When man sinned, he was enslaved to sin, Satan, and self. Jesus came to pay off
our sin debt, rescue us from the clutches of Satan, and release us from the grip of
generational iniquities. Through his death and resurrection, our intended
relationship with God is re-established, lost things are restored, and God’s indwelling Spirit returns to residence in our lives.

Psalm 106:10

Galatians 3:23 (NIRV)

Genesis 49:10 (The Message)

Daniel 9:25

Message Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/1-12-20-promises…edeemed-restored/

1-5-20 Promises Part 2, “Why God Makes Promises”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 06 Jan 2020 03:22:53 +0000

Kept promises encourage our hearts by renewing our hope. God’s promises are
designed to lead us in the right direction, reveal God’s nature, and demonstrate
God’s faithfulness. His promises will encourage us during seasons of difficulty and
become the foundation of our faith.

2 Corinthians 1:20-22

Genesis.3:15

(Galations 4:4-5, Matthew 1:18)

(Hebrews 2:14, John 3:8)

(Matthew 27:35, Luke 24:39-40)

Genesis 22:18

(Matthew 11:27, Luke 3:36)

Genesis 26:4-5

(Romans 9:7, Hebrews 11:18, Matthew 1:2)

Genesis 28:13-14

Luke 3:34

Sermon Notes

https://www.therivers.org/sermons/1-5-20-promises-…d-makes-promises/ ‎

The Sword (Light saber) of the Spirit!

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 22 Sep 2019 23:34:18 +0000

Listen in today as pastor Doug talks about the power of the word of God in your mouth! You can move mountains!!

Who Am I?

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 15 Sep 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Join in as Josh Cole shares his testimony and a word of encouragement to us about who we are in Christ.

Excuses

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sat, 10 Aug 2019 01:06:19 +0000

Roar Youth Ministries – The Szolosi’s

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sat, 06 Jul 2019 22:23:24 +0000

Join us this morning as we hear from Jordan, 8th grade graduate from Cooley Middle School, about his journey in leading over 20 other students to the Lord! Also, listen in as his father, Andy, shares with us about the heart of Roar Youth ministries in Roseville, CA. **Note-the questions on the interview recording are hard to hear but Jordan’s testimony is well heard and encouraging.

I Declare War 5 – “Don’t Get Outwitted”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 24 Jun 2019 00:32:42 +0000

Listen in today we continue in our series, I Declare War, taking a deeper look into the strategies of hell, in the trap of offence.

I Declare War – Part 4 – “We need fathers!”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 17 Jun 2019 01:41:28 +0000

Listen in today as pastor Doug talks about the churches desperate need for more fathers! Not just male fathers, but male and female believers who who fulfill the role of a “father” or “mentor” in the life of a fellow believer. We will look into what that looks like and how each of us can become a spiritual father in our local fellowships. Pastor will also look into one of the toughest roles of being a mentor…leading someone through the battle of forgiveness. We hope that you enjoy this message and that it encourages and challenges you to grow in the Lord!

I Declare War – Part 3 “Little by Little”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 09 Jun 2019 21:57:30 +0000

Join Pastor Doug as he continues in our study of the “Heart”. Today pastor will dive into some processes of taking back your heart and allowing God’s light to completely shine out of you! We hope you are encouraged and strengthened in your journey with Jesus today!

Pastor Russell Joyce

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 02 Jun 2019 21:51:12 +0000

Listen in today as Pastor Russell Joyce bring us a power word from the International Foursquare Connection Conference in Nashville, TN.

Unchained Melody

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 26 May 2019 21:01:06 +0000

Refiner’s Fire

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 20 May 2019 01:14:39 +0000

Listen in today as Pastor Eric dives into the process of being refined by the Lord. How much do you want of God? $3 worth or all? God wants it all and He will make you into His image. Let Him into every room of your heart and He will help you be all that He has called you to be!!

I Declare War! Part 2 – The Heart

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 12 May 2019 17:00:37 +0000

Listen in today as Pastor Doug dives into part 2 in our sermon series, “I Declare War!” Pastor takes a look at how we should view our “promise land” and fight for what Jesus died for, our hearts!! The more your heart is free, the more glory can shine out of you.

I Declare War!

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 05 May 2019 20:58:35 +0000

Listen in today as Pastor Doug begins a new series called, “I Declare War!” In this series Pastor Doug will be teaching us how to set our hearts free and launch us into our God appointed destinies by exercising the power of the Holy Spirit to heal up the broken pieces of our heart. Don’t miss one sermon in this life changing series, “I Declare War!” – Fighting for what He died for!

Blessed by the Rag Man

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 28 Apr 2019 22:45:43 +0000

It Is Finished

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 22 Apr 2019 02:49:30 +0000

Happy resurrection day! Jesus is alive and we are so excited that “It is Finished”. Listen in today as Pastor Doug takes a look at what Jesus meant when he said, “It is finished”.

Almost There

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 19:42:48 +0000

Ready to give up or in? Don’t do it! You are almost there, God has a plan for you and you got this!!

They Know His Voice

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 07 Apr 2019 23:47:43 +0000

Would you like to hear God’s voice more clearly and know what He is speaking to you? Today pastor Doug dives into hearing the voice of God! Tune is as we will look into several scriptures and find secrets into hearing the voice of God more clearly. We hope that today’s message will encourage you to set aside time to listen to the Spirit within you speak! For a deeper dive into this subject, Pastor Doug recommends the book, “4 Keys to hearing the voice of God” by Mark Verkler.

Prayer Changes Things

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 01 Apr 2019 01:40:30 +0000

Listen in today as we take a look into prayer! Prayer changes things, so if you apply the scriptures to your prayer life it can increase the power in your prayer, so pray with intentionality and power!

Pray without Ceasing

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 24 Mar 2019 19:19:53 +0000

Listen in today as pastor Eric Ball talks about prayer! He will review practical step and strategies on how you can pray more effectively.

Prayer – Conversations with God

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 17 Mar 2019 23:30:06 +0000

Today Pastor Craig talks about the power and simplicity of prayer…talking to God. To grow closer to someone, you must talk with them! It is that simple.

Devoted to Prayer – Part 5

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 01:01:30 +0000

Listen it today pastor Doug wraps us our series on “Be the Church” – Devoted to prayer! We will looking into James chapter 5 and the, “Prayer of Faith!” Why was the early church so devoted to prayer and how did they pray? Can you pray without faith? Enjoy!

Breaking Bread – Part 4

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 03 Mar 2019 20:45:10 +0000

The church is at its best when she meets together on a regular basis. The early church met house to house, daily, eating meals together, and it was one of the most effective times in her history!

Fellowship – Part 3

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Tue, 26 Feb 2019 05:12:55 +0000

Listen in today as Pastor Doug speaks to part 3 of our series on Be the Chruch – Fellowship!

Fully Devoted – Part 2

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 17 Feb 2019 21:28:02 +0000

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Crisscross Blessing

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 23:29:16 +0000

www.therivers.org/sermons/1-20-19-crisscross-blessing/

The Sheep & the Goats

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 22:46:29 +0000

Listen in as Pastor Joshua Dunlap looks into the intense story of the “sheep and goats”and discover some insights into the story!

www.therivers.org/sermons/the-sheep-&-the-goats/

High Goals

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 21:54:28 +0000

Listen in as Pastor Doug gives insights into reaching your “High Goals”. Are you making the most of every opportunity? The closer we walk with Jesus and stay focused on Him, the less opportunities we will miss. Don’t miss anymore!!

How To Make A Fresh S.T.A.R.T.

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Wed, 13 Feb 2019 03:18:42 +0000

Join Eric Ball as he starts off the New Year!

What Are You Building On?

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Fri, 21 Dec 2018 01:56:25 +0000

What are you building your life on? Will it stand when the storm comes in? Listen in today and hear what God’s word says about solid foundations.

12-9-18 SayYes!

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 23:19:05 +0000

Listen in as our guest speaker, pastor Corey Michael, speaks to us on how to say yes to God in all circumstances.

www.therivers.org/sermons/12-9-18-sayyes/

11-18-18: “What Is God Really Like, Part 9”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:15:36 +0000

Listen in today as we wrap up our series on Job. We’ll look into the Elihu and God’s response and how they come into alignment. We will discover how responding correctly to God in the midst of suffering, can be your best choice!

Sermon Notes

11-11-18: “What Is God Really Like, Part 8”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:11:03 +0000

11-4-18: “What Is God Really Like, Part 7”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sat, 10 Nov 2018 09:46:27 +0000

00:00 INTRO
12:29 A camel through the eye of a needle?
15:10 What are we suffering for?
21:09 What do you want me to do about it?
34:46 Job needed a mediator.
37:42 PRAYER

Matthew 10
Romans 12:1-2
Mark 10:28
Job 13:26
Galatians 3
James 4:10
Job 19:25
Genesis 3:14

www.therivers.org/sermons/11-4-18-what-is-god-really-like-part-7

10-28-18: “What Is God Really Like, Part 6”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Tue, 30 Oct 2018 23:34:39 +0000

Today we will be taking a look into how we should respond when we face various types of sufferings and trials. Listen in as Pastor Doug continues on the topic of “What Is God Really Like” and learn a few lessons from Job on how to respond to suffering!
Sermon Notes
Matthew 5

www.therivers.org/sermons/10-28-18-what-is-god-really-like-part-6

10-21-18: “What Is God Really Like, Part 5”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 10:11:58 +0000

Listen in today as pastor Doug talks about the “Power to Produce”. Continuing in our series on “What is God Really Like”, we look into the important commandment of ‘making disciples’ and the calling of God on every one of us to REPRODUCE. Pastor reminds us that it is intimacy with God that causes new life in our personal lives and in the life of the Church! Don’t stop pressing into your prayer closet, you won’t regret the time you spend!

Sermon Notes

Luke 8:4-15 MSG

10-14-18: “What Is God Really Like?, Part 4”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:41:41 +0000

Listen in today and we continue in our series on “What is God Really Like”, part 4, called to suffer. Today we will be looking into what Jesus said about suffering for His name sake and how He warns is prior to our conversion! Problem is, today most preachers won’t talk about suffering for the Gospels sake, but as we’ll see, this is a normal practice for the church at large. We hope you are encouraged and challenged to go deeper with Jesus.
Sermon Notes
Romans 10:17
Job 1
Luke 14:25-33

www.therivers.org/sermons/10-14-18-what-is-god-really-like-part-4

10-7-18: “What’s God Really Like, Part 3”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 19:46:00 +0000

Today we continue to discover what God is really like, part 3! Listen in as we discuss why it is so important to answer this tuff question. We will also continue in the story of Job and discover that God is NOT your problem and He is not out to test you! On the contrary, we find that God is totally on your side to help you overcome every temptation!

Sermon Notes
Hebrews 1:3
Job 1:6-13
Genesis 4
James 1
Matthew 6:9
1 Corinthians 10:13

www.therivers.org/sermons/10-7-18-whats-god-really-like-part-3

9-30-18: “Relationships In The Church

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 00:38:31 +0000

Pastor Doug Dossey was in Paradise this morning, so the sermon was delivered by Craig Hamilton. How are your relationships with others in the church?

Galatians 6:2
Mark 6:12
James 5:13
Hebrews 10:23
Romans 12:4-16
Psalm 133:1
Ecclesiastes 4
Matthew 18
1 Peter 3
Acts 1
1 John 1
1 John 4
John 13

www.therivers.org/sermons/9-30-18-relationships-in-the-church

9-23-18: Doug Dossey, Praise Chapel Tent Service

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 21:32:20 +0000

Sunday night, 9-23-18, The Rivers were blessed to be a part of the Evergreen Tent Revival put on by Praise Chapel in Yuba City. We worshiped God, felt the Holy Spirit move, and saw its effect on everyone in attendance!

9-23-18: “What’s God Really Like, Part 2”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Wed, 26 Sep 2018 20:48:13 +0000

Tune in today as Pastor Doug shares a word the Lord gave him about the next season the Rivers Church will be entering into and a powerful vision God gave pastor about the challenge to go deeper with your relationship with the Lord. We hope this message will encourage and challenge you!
Sermon Notes
1 Corinthians 15:58
1 Peter 1:22

www.therivers.org/sermons/9-23-18-whats-go…ally-like-part-2/

9-16-18: “What Is God Really Like?”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 16 Sep 2018 23:34:38 +0000

In today’s message Pastor Doug starts a new series call, “What’s Go Really Like”. We’ll begin by taking a look into Job’s life and see what we can learn about God! Are we really putting God first? Do we really know Him? Listen in as we discover God’s character, which leads to an amazing trust!

Sermon Notes
John 14:5-9
Job 1
Luke 10:38
Matthew 7:21

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9-9-18: “What To Expect, Part 2”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 10 Sep 2018 19:55:12 +0000

Tune in today as Pastor Doug finishes up part 2 of “What to Expect”. We’ll start off by recapping last weeks highlights and then get into some hot topics…Politics and Homosexuality! Two topics you don’t t hear in church much these days. Don’t miss the last half of the message as Pastor challenges us to get a hold of God’s heart and listen!

00:00 INTRO
04:12 Our Mission
- 04:32 Discovering God
- 06:15 Empowering People
- 07:04 Fulfilling Destinies
- 09:15 Our Approach To Ministry
16:56 Hot Topics
- 21:33 Politics
- 27:14 Homosexuality
- 32:59 Changing Our Community
43:42 30 Minute Challenge
52:24 PRAYER

Sermon Notes
John 17:3
Ephesians 6:12
Ephesians 4:15
Romans 12:9
James 4

www.therivers.org/sermons/9-9-18-what-to-expect-part-2/

9-2-18: “What To Expect”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 02:52:41 +0000

Listen in today as Pastor Doug shares an encouraging word to the church about being prepared for what is coming! Are you ready to face persecution? How about Revival? They are both here and will becoming more prevalent in the next few years. Because of what is coming, Pastor wraps up the teaching today by letting us know what The Rivers Church will look like and how we will approach this task in the future. Are you committed? Will you click “yes”?

00:00 INTRO
06:55 What is the Spirit saying?
- 18:52 Are you ready?
- 24:11 God’s Plan
- 24:31 What is critical?
27:28 What To Expect At The Rivers
- 31:46 Our Vision
- 38:57 Our Mission
- 43:53 Our Approach
PRAYER

Sermon Notes
Matthew 16:18
Deuteronomy 28
Matthew 10:8

www.therivers.org/sermons/9-2-18-what-to-expect/

8-26-18: “Seasons: Embracing God In The Midst Of Circumstance”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 02:36:40 +0000

Chris Logan provides the message this week, all about the seasons of life and embracing God in the midst of them.

00:00 INTRO
02:16 You Will Have A Breakthrough
06:55 Weathering The Storm
- 18:40 Our Roots Will Only Go As Deep As We Feed Them
- 19:47 We Need The Storms Of Life
21:05 Embracing God
39:12 PRAYER

Ecclesiastes 3:1-11
Romans 8:28
John 16:33
Philippians 4:13
Psalm 1:1-3
Luke 6:46-49
Matthew 7:24
Romans 9:33
Hebrews 13:8

www.therivers.org/sermons/8-26-18-seasons-embracing-god-in-the-midst-of-circumstance/

8-19-18: “Why Am I Here?”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Wed, 22 Aug 2018 22:42:33 +0000

Listen as Craig Hamilton digs into the word for the answer to the big question, “Why am I here?”

00:00 INTRO
02:39 Why Am I Here?
- 05:44 To Fulfill The Law
11:46 Jesus Is Lord Of Everything
15:49 Give
- 21:47 Secular Education
- 22:40 Gentleness
- 22:33 Patience
- 31:32 God Did
- 39:02 Prayer & Healing
- 41:52 Honor To Whom Honor
- 44:26 Love Your Neighbor
- 48:05 Do Not Covet
50:19 Prayer

John 11:35
Galatians 6:1-5
Romans 8:3-5
Romans 13:7
Galatians 5:13-15

www.therivers.org/sermons/8-19-18-why-am-i-here/

8-12-18: Wholeness = Provision

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 04:38:14 +0000

In today’s sermon we discover that total provision is part of God’s plan for your life and was paid for by the work of Jesus. God desires that you prosper in every area of your life and promises to be your provider. This opportunity all hinges on how well you manage your soul! Listen in today to discover keys into unlocking God unending supply into your life, spirit, soul and body.
Sermon Notes

00:00 Wholeness = Provision
- 11:47 Wholeness: What have we learned so far?
- 11:49 Sōzō
- 14:40 Wholeness is Holiness
- 17:10 Wholeness is Health
28:31 Wholeness is Provision
- 29:36 Oneness
  - 32:36 The Lord will provide.
  - 33:50 Three aspects of the word “provide”.
- 39:49 Having lack…
- 45:02 Prosperity is not about just having…
- 47:13 What are your needs?
53:52 God’s Will For You
1:00:53 God’s Prosperity

3 Corinthians 3:18
Ephesians 3:20
Genesis 22:14
1 Peter 1:3
Philippians 4:19
1 Timothy 5:8
Matthew 28:19
Proverbs 19:17
Psalm 37:4
3 John 2
Deuteronomy 8:18
Joshua 1:8
2 Corinthians 8:18
Malachai 3:8
Proverbs 3:9
Matthew 23:23
Luke 6:38
Matthew 6:33

www.therivers.org/sermons/8-12-18-wholeness-provision/

8-5-18: Wholeness is HEALTH

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 06 Aug 2018 02:27:06 +0000

Listen in today for part 3 of our sermon series on Wholeness, as we look into God’s plan and provision for our physical health! We will learn the true source of sickness, God’s healing power through Christ and the power of the great “I AM”!
Sermon Notes

00:00:00 REVIEW: Holiness
- 00:01:10 Sōzō
- 00:02:01 Coming Into Wholeness
- 00:02:30 The New Covenant
- 00:04:26 Alignment With God
- 00:18:11 Wholeness
00:27:42 Wholeness is HEALTH
- 00:28:20 Sickness is death working in our bodies
00:35:08 Where does sickness come from?
00:40:24 What did Jesus accomplish on the cross?
00:56:53 Are Old Testament healing promises valid for today?

Amos 3
Luke 13:16
Acts 10:38
Job 2:7
1 John 3:8
Isaiah 53:4
Matthew 8:16-17
1 Peter 2:24
Psalms 103:2
Proverbs 4:20-27
Galatians 3:13
Exodus 15:26
John 8:58

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7-29-18: Wholeness = Holiness

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 16:51:46 +0000

Listen in today as Pastor Doug dives into Part 2 in our series on “Wholeness”. We will first look into the blood covenant and how this agreement between God and man gives us the confidence we need to believe for all of God’s promises. We will then discover the first step in walking in wholeness, which is Holiness!

Sermon Notes
Hebrews 6:13-20
1 Corinthians 6:19
Matthew 6:24

00:00 Wholeness review: What does it mean?
- 02:09 Sōzō
- 03:01 The Concept Of Wholeness
12:06 The Basics Of A Biblical Covenant
- 12:06 Covenant
- 14:11 Basic Ingredients Of A Covenant
36:48 Three Primary Areas Of Wholeness
- 37:48 Wholeness is…
- 44:41 Holiness begins with the right…
- 55:16 God sees you…
- 57:14 Holiness is the…

www.therivers.org/sermons/7-29-18-wholeness-holiness/

7-22-18: The Connection

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 23 Jul 2018 01:25:32 +0000

Listen in as Pastor Doug continues to dig into the meaning of “wholeness” and its connection to salvation. Also, we’ll discover the spirit-soul-body connection that will reveal secrets into walking in the abundant life God promises us. Enjoy, and be sure to share it with a friend!

00:00 Wholeness: The Will of God
14:02 Defining Wholeness
24:49 The Connection!
46:30 The Wholeness Process

Sermon Notes
Luke 19:10
John 3:17
1 Thessalonians 5:23
3 John 2

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7-15-18: God’s Will For Your Life

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 00:08:42 +0000

Remember when Jesus said that He came to give life, and life more abundantly? Pastor Doug asks that same question today, “Are you living the Abundant life?”

Listen to today’s sermon as we explore the life God wants you to live, and the roadblocks that can keep you from experiencing it. Wholeness is God’s plan for you, join us for a journey in discovering how to walk in the destiny God has for you.

7-8-18: Power

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 09 Jul 2018 03:03:43 +0000

7-1-18: “Thou Shalt Covet”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 01 Jul 2018 23:37:34 +0000

6-24-18: Carriers Not Consumers

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 03:41:49 +0000

6-17-18: Learning To Give Honor

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 18 Jun 2018 00:57:44 +0000

6-10-18: Immeasurable Faith

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 10 Jun 2018 22:30:43 +0000

6-3-18: The Gift

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 04 Jun 2018 00:01:59 +0000

5-27-18: Walk In The Spirit

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 27 May 2018 22:04:18 +0000

5-20-18: Power For Destiny

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 21 May 2018 01:29:42 +0000

5-13-18: The Amazing Holy Spirit, What Does He Do?

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 13 May 2018 23:59:22 +0000

5-6-18: The Fruit Of The Holy Spirit

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 06 May 2018 23:57:21 +0000

4-29-18: The Amazing Holy Spirit… Who Is He?

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 01:40:04 +0000

4-22-18: Have You Heard?

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 23 Apr 2018 01:50:20 +0000

4-15-18: Identity Crisis – Who Am I?

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 02:33:04 +0000

4-8-18: Tehilla – The Dwelling Place

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 08 Apr 2018 21:56:48 +0000

4-1-18: Hallelujah, Christ is Risen!

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 02 Apr 2018 01:01:55 +0000

Barak – Bent Knee

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 25 Mar 2018 23:54:03 +0000

Worship: What We Were Created For

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 18 Mar 2018 21:39:30 +0000

3-11-18: Revs. Don & Barbara Arney

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 12 Mar 2018 01:23:37 +0000

In 2018, The Lord has continued to bless us through our own pastor, as well as guest speakers. This week was no different! Don & Barbara Arney came and spoke to us about their ministry and what God has for us in the future.

Learn more about the Arneys as well as their ministry, Our God Reigns! Mission here: http://www.ogrmission.org/

3-4-18: Sing & Shout

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 05 Mar 2018 00:26:48 +0000

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2-28-18: The Hands

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 06:12:03 +0000

This week’s sermon did not get recorded directly from the sound board… but Praise God, we happened to be recording worship, and with the format Pastor Doug chose for the service, recorded his sermon with an iPhone on the shelf towards the back of the sanctuary! While the audio isn’t up to our normal standards, we also have a very animated Doug, talking about our hands during worship.

In case you can’t access the video, audio of just Pastor Doug’s sermon is available as well.

2-18-18: Guy & Ilke Peh

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 06:58:42 +0000

Dr. Guy Peh is a world renowned missionary evangelist who has ministered in over 100 nations across the globe. A dynamic preacher, teacher and author, he is based in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Guy is well known for the many healings, deliverances and breakthroughs that take place in his meetings.

Moving in the gifts of miracles and faith, he is powerfully anointed by God to bring healing and hope to the sick. Dr. Guy has a strong anointing in discerning of spirits, the prophetic and spiritual warfare.

A devout prayer warrior and an avid student of the Word, he presents a God that is alive and able to meet the needs of His children. Through his ministry, thousands of people around the world have been touched by the power of Jesus. Dr. Guy leads people to experience Jesus Christ as the answer to every need in their lives.

Through this ministry, by the power of God, people from around the world have been healed from all types of diseases. Some of the documented healings and miracles that have taken place include HIV/Aids, migraines, diabetes, asthma, digestive problems, deafness, blindness, cancer, hypoglycemia as well as financial breakthroughs.

He has even prayed for the dead and seen them come back to life. The apostolic call of God in his life has caused many church leaders around the world to look up to him as their overseer. Dr. Guy has a doctorate in divinity.

Dr. Guy Peh combines his wealth of leadership expertise with his depth of spiritual understanding to reveal life-transforming messages that empower and inspire. Seasoned with humor, compassion, revelatory insight, and personal candor, Dr. Guy Peh opens minds and touches hearts with biblically-based principles of personal empowerment. Dr. Guy Peh speaks very often in market place conferences.

Dr. Guy Peh translates hard-hitting spiritual insights into everyday language that empowers individuals to transform their lives helping change the path people take in search of meaning, dignity, purpose, and hope.

Dr. Guy Peh is a graduate of Christ for the Nations in Dallas, TX and Jacksonville Theological Seminary.

He is married to his sweetheart and girlfriend, Ilke. She has a heart for people and loves to see broken hearts healed and the captives set free.

Dr. Guy and Ilke’s vision is the world, their passion is for souls and their mission is to equip the saints and train them in the supernatural

2-18-18: The Approach

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 19 Feb 2018 06:50:36 +0000

2-11-18: Worship – The Heart Of God

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 12 Feb 2018 02:25:08 +0000

2-8-18: Sword of the Spirit

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 05 Feb 2018 00:00:07 +0000

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1-28-18: The Shield of Faith

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 29 Jan 2018 04:08:33 +0000

The Shield of Faith

1-21-18: Shoes of Peace

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 22 Jan 2018 00:38:01 +0000

1-14-18: The Breastplate of Righteousness

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 15 Jan 2018 00:46:24 +0000

The Breastplate of Righteousness protects our heart… but is that all?

Don’t Let 2018 Happen To You, Make 2018 Happen!

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 01:55:04 +0000

Faith – “Entering Into The Rest Of God”

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 01 Jan 2018 03:01:49 +0000

12-16-17: God Is Already In Our Tomorrow

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 18 Dec 2017 19:18:04 +0000

Are you ready for 2018? Don’t worry, because God is already there, in our tomorrow. Let’s look forward to see what He has in store!

12-10-17: Neill & Jenny Jakins

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 11 Dec 2017 05:52:25 +0000

Neill & Jenny Jakins, pastors/missionaries from South Africa

12-3-17: Are You Saved?

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 04 Dec 2017 02:11:37 +0000

Tune in, as we look into the power of knowing who you are in Christ! Are you saved? Are you sure? Knowing you are saved is one of the most powerful weapons you have to fight the enemy!

11-26-17: The Dangers Of Drifting

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 27 Nov 2017 01:38:43 +0000

In this message we take a look at several reasons we drift away from our relationship with Christ. We also look at what drifting does to our spiritual walk and how to reverse our drifting.

11-19-17: Mission POSSIBLE

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 20 Nov 2017 02:29:21 +0000

In today’s teaching we will look into the pattern of the ministry of Jesus and how He has called us to do the same! Preach the Gospel, heal the sick and set prisoners free.

11-12-17: Be Watchful

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Mon, 13 Nov 2017 05:51:58 +0000

Learning Spiritual fighting techniques and protecting the hedge!

Unholy Agreements

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 05 Nov 2017 23:54:47 +0000

Learning what a spiritual stronghold is and how to pull it down!

Know The Battlefield

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 29 Oct 2017 21:44:43 +0000

We’re in a war! Pastor Doug Dossey talks about The Enemy and how he uses schemes to undermine our defenses.

Praise Chapel Tent Revival

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Tue, 17 Oct 2017 04:31:54 +0000

On October 20, The Rivers led worship while Pastor Doug Dossey preached to the Tent Revival at Praise Chapel on Aylor Avenue in Yuba City. While it got a bit chilly towards the end, there was no denying that the Holy Spirit was there! Greg Chance took live video from the event, and we are proud to share the evening’s worship and message with everyone.

A Sweet Aroma – How Good Do You Smell?

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 15 Oct 2017 23:35:40 +0000

The One – Growing A Passion For The Lost

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 08 Oct 2017 23:31:14 +0000

Let Go And Move On

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 01 Oct 2017 23:23:30 +0000

To Know Him and to Make Him Known

info@therivers.org (Greg Chance) — Sun, 17 Sep 2017 23:32:29 +0000