Rise City Church Podcast

Hold Fast to Jesus | Hold Fast

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 17 May 2026 19:26:54 -0700

Most people want a version of Jesus they can reshape to fit their preferences — activist Jesus, therapist Jesus, political Jesus. But Paul refuses to let us reduce Him. In Colossians 2, he declares that “all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form” in Christ. Jesus is not partly God or merely God-like. He is the eternal “I AM” wrapped in flesh and blood. He slept, cried, suffered, and was tempted like us — yet He also forgave sins, calmed storms, defeated demons, and walked out of His own grave.

And that truth reaches directly into your life. Paul says we were spiritually dead, unable to rescue ourselves. But Jesus became what we are so we could become alive in Him. At the cross, He took the record of our guilt and nailed it down forever. Then He disarmed the powers of darkness and reclaimed what humanity lost in Eden. This Sunday we’ll behold the wonder of the God-man: the sympathetic Savior who understands your weakness and the victorious King who breaks condemnation.

Rooted & Built Up | Hold Fast

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 10 May 2026 14:25:09 -0700

Some seasons feel like flourishing. Others feel like shaking, pressure, heat, and crushing. But throughout Scripture, olive oil was never produced without pressure—and neither are we. In this deeply encouraging message from Colossians 2, we learn what it means to be rooted in Christ, built on Him as our cornerstone, and formed through every season of life.

If you’ve drifted, grown weary, or wondered whether God is still working in your story—He is not done with you yet. The same Jesus who meets us in our weakness is still building, restoring, healing, and producing fresh oil for His purposes. Your roots are not wasted. Your story is not over. And His grace is still enough today.

Hold Fast in Suffering | Hold Fast

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 03 May 2026 19:02:21 -0700

Pain changes people. It exposes what we believe, tests what we trust, and leaves us searching for hope that can actually hold us together. In this message from Colossians, we’ll explore how Paul endured unimaginable suffering without losing heart—and why the Gospel gives us strength to hold fast even in our darkest seasons.

Jesus is not distant from suffering; He entered into it. He carried the weight of humanity’s brokenness, endured the cross, and overcame death so that one day suffering would finally cease. Until that day comes, God is still working in the middle of our pain, shaping our character, strengthening our faith, and revealing to the world the mystery of the Gospel: Christ in you, the hope of glory.

Press Forward in the Storm | Hold Fast

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:23:08 -0700

Breakthrough and battle often arrive together. As people stepped into new life in Jesus, opposition followed—but that’s not defeat, it’s confirmation the Kingdom is advancing. Colossians 1:13–14 reminds us that we’ve been rescued from darkness and brought into the Kingdom of the Son He loves—this is our identity and our victory.

From that place, Paul prays we’d be filled with the knowledge of God’s will, walking in a manner worthy of the Lord—bearing fruit, growing in Him, and being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might. This is how we endure. We don’t avoid the storm—we move through it together, grounded in truth, focused on pleasing the King, and empowered by His strength to press forward.

A Church That Holds Fast | Hold Fast

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:06:28 -0700

In a world pulling us in opposite directions, how do we stay anchored? The church in Colossae faced two distortions—diluted faith (Jesus + the world) and distorted faith (Jesus + religion). One softens truth to fit culture; the other adds pressure to earn what grace already gives. Both drift from the center. So Paul doesn’t say “try harder”—he lifts their eyes to Jesus and calls them to hold fast. Because it’s not the sincerity of our faith that saves us, but the strength of the One we trust.

A church that holds fast is marked by faith rooted in Jesus, love poured out toward His people, and hope anchored beyond this world. It resists compromise without losing compassion, and pursues truth without losing unity. It loves the Bride, stands with other gospel churches, and lives “Kingdom down, not culture up.” Fix your hope on what’s ahead, and it will reshape how you live now. Hold fast to Jesus—and become a people who bring heaven to earth.

Treasure Principle | Randy Alcorn

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 18:44:38 -0700

We spend our lives chasing what feels secure—building bigger barns, stacking up more, trying to create a life that finally feels enough. But what if everything we’re building is pointed in the wrong direction? In this message, special guest Randy Alcorn reframes our understanding of wealth, not as something to own, but something to steward. Jesus doesn’t just challenge where we put our money—He exposes what has our heart. Because wherever our treasure goes, our heart is already following.

Through the lens of eternity, we’re invited into a better way to live—not for the temporary “dot” of this life, but for the unending “line” that follows. In Christ, we don’t give out of guilt, but as a response to grace—a joyful reorientation of our lives toward what truly lasts. This message calls us to loosen our grip on what won’t last and live open-handed, trusting the One who gave everything for us, and discovering that real life—the kind Jesus offers—is found not in keeping, but in giving.

Our King Got Up | Easter 2026

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:12:06 -0700

All across the world, millions are gathering to celebrate one reality: Jesus didn’t stay in the grave—He got up. And when He walked out of that tomb, He didn’t just change history… He changed your story. Because the gospel doesn’t start with your failure—it starts with a God who made you in love and came after you when you were far from Him.

Paul gives us a compelling framework for the Gospel in Ephesians 2: Love, Death, Raised, Grace. Out of love, Jesus stepped into our death, carried our sin, and then walked out of the grave in victory. And now, because He lives, you can live. This is grace—fully given, freely received. And today, the invitation is simple: step into the life He’s already secured for you. Because the grave is empty— and that means new life is possible.

Jesus Picked It Up | Good Friday 2026

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 23:24:55 -0700

What if the darkest parts of your story aren’t random—but already accounted for?

Between the Last Supper and the cross, Jesus walks through betrayal, anxiety, abuse, rejection, and injustice—and none of it is accidental. Every step, every encounter, is a preview of what He is about to carry. Because what He faces along the way reveals what He’s going to pay for. Your sin, yes—but also your sorrow. Your wounds. Your anxiety. Your story is already in the pages, and Jesus is already moving toward it.

On Good Friday, we don’t just remember what Jesus did—we recognize what He picked up. The cross is where He takes on everything we’ve done and everything that’s been done to us. And still, He says, “It is finished.” This is an invitation to bring your whole story into His—to lay it down, to let Him carry it, and to see with fresh eyes that the darkness is not the end. Because even here, there’s a glimmer of hope… Sunday is coming.

Who Is Your One? | Nate Pursley

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:03:28 -0700

Crowds can make it easy to assume the work is already being done. Someone else will invite. Someone else will reach out. Someone else will carry the burden. But in Mark 2, four friends refuse to leave their hurting friend outside the house where Jesus is teaching. When they cannot get through the door, they go through the roof. Their faith does not stop at good intentions—it moves, lifts, tears, and makes a way.

This week, as we set the table for Easter, we are reminded that people are still searching for light in a dark world, and Jesus is still the One who changes everything. Join us as we discover our responsibility and privilege in bringing people to Him—because when someone gets to the feet of Jesus, forgiveness, healing, and new life are never far behind.

The Path to Financial Peace | Overflow

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:29:18 -0700

What if the reason you feel stuck financially isn’t because you don’t make enough—but because no one ever taught you how to think about money? There's a tension most people live with: income goes up, but so does stress. We’ve been sold the lie that a higher standard of living leads to a better life, yet many are discovering the opposite—more income, more pressure, more anxiety. If money is a magnifier, then it’s not fixing anything—it’s revealing everything. And until that changes, nothing changes.

But what if there’s a different way to live? God's word sermon lays out a clear framework for financial peace—not through getting more, but through creating margin. With practical wisdom on giving, investing, debt, and long-term thinking, you’ll see how small, faithful decisions today can reshape your future for decades to come. Because this isn’t just about money—it’s about freedom, legacy, and learning to steward what God has entrusted to you in a way that leads to His Glory and our joy.

Overflow of Generosity | Overflow

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 20:18:18 -0700

There is a quiet battle happening in every heart. Jesus described it clearly: no one can serve two masters. Something will always sit on the throne of our lives—our security, our savings, our comfort, or our King. The question every disciple must answer is simple but searching: who truly reigns in our hearts?

Jesus teaches that our lives are not built around ownership but stewardship—faithfully managing what belongs to God. When we recognize that everything we have is from Him and for Him, generosity becomes more than a financial decision; it becomes a declaration of trust. Join us as we discover how honoring God with what He has entrusted to us moves us from holding tightly to living open-handed—and into the life of overflow God desires for His people.

God Fills What You Bring | Overflow

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:03:40 -0700

Many of us live with a quiet fear: What if I don’t have enough? Enough money. Enough strength. Enough time. Enough faith. In 2 Kings 4, a desperate widow feels that same fear when creditors come to take her sons as payment for a debt she cannot pay. But what she sees as “nothing but a small jar of oil” becomes the starting point of God’s miraculous provision.

God often works through what feels small, ordinary, and insufficient—because His power is revealed through surrendered lives. The God we serve is not a God of scarcity but a God of overflow. Join us as we explore how God fills what we place in His hands—and how even the smallest offering can become the beginning of something extraordinary.

We Boast in Jesus | 12 Years of Rise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 21:05:20 -0800

Twelve years in, it would be easy to start believing our own press. We’re growing. We’re hungry. We’re bringing friends. There’s momentum, influence, reach. But Paul confronts that instinct in 1 Corinthians: “Not many of you were wise… influential… of noble birth.” God chose the foolish. God chose the weak. God chose the lowly—so that no one may boast before Him.The reason anything is happening in this church is not because we are great—it’s because God is good. Not because we hustle—it’s because He moves first.

This city does not need our abilities and strategies—it needs a crucified and risen Savior lifted high. So we resolve to know nothing except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. We are a people formed by grace, fueled by the Spirit, and sent for the glory of the King. We boast in the Lord—and together we shine His name over our city. We boast in Jesus.

The Power of Forgiveness | Alex Lessler

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:51:50 -0800

We all know what’s wrong with the world. Or at least we think we do. It’s the system. The culture. The other side. But Scripture turns the mirror toward us. The fracture in our relationships doesn’t begin “out there” — it begins in the old self, the part of us that protects pride, feeds resentment, and quietly keeps score. Until Jesus deals with the corruption in our own hearts, healing stays out of reach. The cross doesn’t just diagnose evil; it defeats it. And forgiveness is how resurrection power starts repairing what sin has broken.

In Colossians 3:5–14, Paul calls us to put off the old self and put on the new — to clothe ourselves with compassion, humility, patience, and above all, love. “Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” Because we are already chosen and dearly loved, we can release the wound and refuse to let it define our future. Christ’s forgiveness is stronger than our offense. And when we forgive, healing becomes possible — in our hearts, in our homes, and in our church.

A Life of Faithfulness | The Discipleship Pathway

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 15 Feb 2026 21:36:00 -0800

We live in a world that celebrates visibility, scale, and success—yet Jesus tells a story in Matthew 25 that reframes what actually matters. The Master doesn’t commend influence or outcomes; He says, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” Each servant receives a different entrustment, but the call is the same: steward what you’ve been given. Faithfulness means resisting comparison, surrendering entitlement at the cross, and trusting that what God places in your hands today is neither random nor small.

Faithfulness also unfolds over time. There are seasons of waiting that shape our trust, moments when doubt whispers and fear urges us to play it safe. But the gospel anchors us: the same Christ who entrusted you with your assignment has proven His character at the cross. So we refuse to bury what He’s given. We offer it back—our time, gifts, influence, resources—and trust Him to multiply it for His purposes. And in the end, the reward is not status but relationship: sharing in the joy of the Master, right here and ultimately forever.

Discover & Develop Your Purpose | The Discipleship Pathway

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 08 Feb 2026 20:07:35 -0800

Most people assume purpose is something you must invent or achieve, but Scripture tells a different story. God didn’t just save you from something—He saved you for something. In a world contested by good and evil, every life is shaping the future of something larger than itself. Grace pulls us out of death, but it also places us into God’s unfolding plan to heal what’s broken.

Ephesians declares that we are God’s workmanship—His work of art—formed by grace and shaped through surrender. Like a master sculptor, God chips away through trials, obedience, and service, revealing the image of Christ within us. Good works don’t earn heaven; they bring heaven to earth. As we commit to gathering regularly, joining the team, and stewarding what we’ve been given, we begin walking in the purpose God prepared long before we ever knew His name.

Life Shaping Friendships | The Discipleship Pathway

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 21:33:26 -0800

We long to be known—but we fear what might happen if we actually are. Yet from the earliest days of the church, God’s people devoted themselves to shared life: shared meals, shared prayers, shared needs. Even Paul—the tireless missionary—needed friends, family, and community to remain faithful.

True community is where masks come off and grace moves in. It’s where someone notices when you’re not okay, celebrates your wins, and walks with you through your struggles. Jesus created space to be fully known among His closest followers—and then carried our isolation to the cross so we could belong fully to God and His people. When we step into gospel-centered community, we don’t just find connection—we find formation, healing, and hope.

Find Your People | The Discipleship Pathway

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:50:52 -0800

Everyone needs their people. Scripture is filled with them—Adam had his partner, David his mighty men, Esther her mentor, Paul his companions, and even Jesus surrounded Himself with friends when facing the cross. Isolation makes us vulnerable, but community makes us resilient. Like a herd protecting its own, the church becomes the place where faith is guarded, sharpened, and sustained. The enemy isolates; Jesus gathers.

Jesus steps into this fractured world and forms a people. He calls disciples into shared life, sends them two by two, and builds His church as a gathered body. Faith flourishes in community because community reflects the very nature of God Himself. Jesus calls us to something better: a church where burdens are shared, hope is reinforced, and discipleship is lived side-by-side.

Be Shaped By Jesus | The Discipleship Pathway

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:11:41 -0800

Most of us want deep change, but we want it fast. We long for peace without patience, love without pruning, and freedom without formation. Yet Jesus tells us the truth: lasting transformation only happens through abiding. Just as branches don’t produce fruit by effort, we cannot become who God intends apart from a life rooted in Christ. We all abide somewhere—and whatever we abide in is forming us.

Jesus reveals Himself as the true Vine, the One who supplies life, love, and growth. As we remain in Him, the Spirit reshapes our desires, heals our wounds, and forms us into people of love, joy, and self-control. This is not an overnight miracle, but a long obedience in the same direction. The invitation is hopeful and freeing: make your home in the love of Jesus, and trust that over time, He will shape your life into something beautiful and strong.

Encounter Jesus in the Word | The Discipleship Pathway

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 11 Jan 2026 19:28:57 -0800

Most of us assume spiritual growth begins with clarity—having answers, confidence, or conviction. But in John 1, discipleship begins somewhere far more honest: curiosity. Before belief, before commitment, Jesus invites two searching men with simple words—“Come and see.” We all need an encounter with Jesus for ourselves. You can’t follow a Jesus you’ve never met.

Discipleship deepens as encounter becomes abiding—when time with Jesus turns from a moment into a rhythm. As we open Scripture, we’re not just reading ancient words—we’re meeting the living Christ. Discipleship flourishes when time with Jesus becomes a daily rhythm, not a distant memory. The invitation still stands: meet Him, remain with Him, and allow His life to reshape yours from the inside out.

Following The Way of Jesus | The Discipleship Pathway

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 04 Jan 2026 17:03:02 -0800

We are always being formed—by what we give our attention to, who we listen to, and the rhythms that shape our days. Every habit is pointing us somewhere. The question isn’t whether formation is happening, but who is shaping us. Jesus’ invitation, “Come, follow me,” cuts through distracted, half-present faith and calls us into an intentional life of apprenticeship with Him.

This week, we’re launching our Discipleship Pathway—a clear way to follow Jesus together. At the center is Jesus Himself, not just what He teaches, but how He forms people over time. As we learn to be with Him, become like Him, and join Him in His Kingdom work, we discover a faith that reshapes every part of life. The invitation is still open to whoever is willing to take their next step on the way of Jesus.

Don't Miss Jesus | The Carriers of The Promise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 11:31:46 -0800

Jesus often shows up where we least expect Him—in overlooked places, through ordinary people, during hidden seasons. In Luke 1, God begins the greatest rescue story not in a palace but in Nazareth, not with prestige but with humility. Mary isn’t chosen because of her résumé but because of grace. Jesus enters the world quietly, but with eternal purpose, showing us that God often does His greatest work in the places we’re tempted to overlook.

Scripture reveals Jesus as the promised King, the Savior whose very name means “God saves,” and the One the Holy Spirit is always pointing us toward. We’ll see how faith grows not through proximity or effort, but through revelation—and how hidden seasons often prepare us for holy moments. Stop searching elsewhere and recognize the One who has been searching for us all along. Don’t miss Jesus—the Savior who came to rescue, reign, and restore.

What Are You Carrying? | The Carriers of The Promise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 21 Dec 2025 17:02:00 -0800

Most of us don’t realize the weight of what we’re carrying. Like David, we’re often living inside a story bigger than we can see—faithfully holding responsibilities, wounds, and callings without knowing how God might use them. Long before the crown, David learned dependence as a shepherd, repentance as a worshiper, and courage as an overlooked fighter. His life reveals that God’s promise doesn’t move through perfection or control, but through hearts that return to Him and trust Him fully.

David’s story ultimately points beyond himself to Jesus—the greater Shepherd who carries the wounded, the better King who restores broken hearts, and the true Victor who fights the battle we could never win. Tune in as we discover what David carried, what Jesus has already accomplished, and how surrendering what’s in our hands places us inside God’s unfolding story of redemption and hope.

All of Life is Grace | Rick Mckinley

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 22:38:21 -0800

Most of us assume spiritual growth happens in mountaintop moments—when God shows up loudly and life finally makes sense. But what if real transformation happens in the long, ordinary stretches in between? Jacob’s story tells the truth we often miss: God doesn’t wait for us to get it together. He works through messy families, immature prayers, unresolved wounds, and years that feel painfully unremarkable.

In Genesis 32, we find Jacob no longer bargaining with God, but clinging to Him—humble, grateful, and desperate for grace. Tune in as special guest Rick McKinley traces Jacob’s journey from deceiver to dependent, from running to wrestling, and discover how God uses ordinary faithfulness to form resilient, mature trust. Hope is growing, even when you can’t yet see it.

The Valley of Dry Bones | The Carriers of The Promise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 07 Dec 2025 21:40:12 -0800

We all have places in our lives that feel dry, stuck, or long gone—marriages running on fumes, faith that’s cooled off, habits we can’t break, or a heart that feels more numb than alive. Most of us try harder, push more, or attempt to “fix” ourselves, but Ezekiel shows us something deeper: the problem isn’t that we’re weak—it’s that we’re spiritually dead without God’s Spirit. And dead things don’t need advice; they need resurrection.

Tune in as we walk into the valley with Ezekiel and discover how God uses His Word and His Spirit to rebuild what’s broken, breathe life where hope has collapsed, and raise us into the people He created us to be. If you’ve ever wondered whether the dry places in your story can live again, this is your invitation to find out.

Faith in the Pain | The Carriers of The Promise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:26:25 -0800

We all know what it’s like to chase something we think will finally make us whole—success, affirmation, control—only to find the ache still there. Hannah lived in that gap: honored by her husband yet carrying a pain no amount of love or status could fix. Her story names what we often feel but rarely say out loud: nothing in this world can satisfy the deepest desires of the heart. In her anguish, she turns to the only One who can—crying out to the Lord who sees, hears, and remembers her.

Tune in as we follow her journey from sorrow to surrender and watch God turn her offering into Samuel—a prophet, priest, judge, and king-maker shaped for God’s purposes (1 Samuel 1; 1 Samuel 16). This week calls us to bring our longings honestly to God, trust His timing, and dedicate the next generation with open hands, believing He can do more with their lives than we ever could.

Your Story Isn't Over | The Carriers of The Promise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 09:06:17 -0800

We’re living in a moment where compassion is thinning and outrage is thickening, and it’s easy—even for believers—to run from the very people God is calling us to love. Jonah did exactly that. Sent to carry God’s mercy to a violent and hated city, he fled in the opposite direction. But God pursued him through a storm, a sea, and a fish—not to punish him, but to reclaim him.

Jonah’s plunge into the deep becomes a prophetic preview of Jesus: Jonah the reluctant prophet swallowed by death, Jesus the relentless Savior who enters the grave willingly and rises in victory. The story of Jonah shows a God who runs toward rebels, loves the undeserving, and calls His people to carry that same grace into a broken world. Tune in as we discover how God pursues us in our reluctance and invites us to join Jesus—the greater Jonah—in His mission of mercy.

Get Ready for Revival | The Carriers of The Promise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:02:37 -0800

We’re living in a cultural drought—shrinking belief, collapsing moral imagination, rising false gods—and it feels like the heavens have been shut. Israel knew this same barrenness in the days of Elijah. After years of idolatry, immorality, and spiritual compromise, God withheld the rain to expose the emptiness of their gods and awaken hunger in their souls.

Our moment feels eerily similar. Spiritual drought covers our land, yet signs of a fresh cloud are rising on the horizon. God is calling His people out of hiding, exposing the counterfeit gods of our age, and rebuilding worship in His church. Elijah reminds us that revival begins not with culture shifting, but with God’s people returning. Tune in as we look at how God restores His altar, sends His rain, and invites us into the next great move of His Spirit.

The Kindness of The King | Josh Butler

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 22:24:50 -0800

We live in a world that prizes performance, pedigree, and power—yet deep down, most of us still wrestle with feeling unseen or unworthy. The story of Mephibosheth flips all of that upside down. David, now king, seeks out the last living son of his former enemy—not to punish him, but to show him kindness. In a single moment, a crippled exile from “Lo Debar” (“no place”) is carried into the palace, seated at the royal table, and treated like a son.

This is what the kindness of King Jesus looks like. He searches for the broken, the forgotten, the ones hiding in the wilderness of shame, and He carries us home to His table. The gospel isn’t about climbing your way to God—it’s about being found, lifted, and loved by Him. Join us as guest preacher Joshua Ryan Butler explores how the King’s kindness restores our destiny, overcomes our fear and pride, and teaches us to extend that same kindness to others.

Worship is Our Warfare | Victory Sunday 2025

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:23:04 -0800

When life feels like a battle you can’t win, it’s easy to believe that trying harder will finally bring peace. But what if the breakthrough you need doesn’t come from more control, but from surrender? King Jehoshaphat faced an army he couldn’t defeat, yet instead of drawing a sword, he lifted a song. As Judah began to worship, God began to work.

In a world that says, “You got this,” Scripture declares, “The battle is not yours, but God’s.” Tune in for this victory Sunday as we see how praise pushes back fear, how worship invites God’s power into impossible places, and how the same God who fought for Judah gives us ultimate victory in Jesus.

Six Marks of A Healthy Church | No Matter The Cost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 26 Oct 2025 22:13:44 -0700

Paul ends his letter to the Thessalonians with a rapid-fire list of commands—a vision for what life in the church should look like while we wait for Jesus to return. It’s like he’s saying, “Don’t just sit back and count the days—live like the Kingdom is already here.”

In these final verses, Paul paints a picture of a church that loves well, serves faithfully, rejoices often, listens to the Spirit, grows in holiness, and stays connected through grace. This is what a healthy, hope-filled church looks like.

Tune in as we explore Six Marks of a Healthy Church Community—and discover how faith in the future changes how we live right now.

Deeply Formed | Matt Berg

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 19 Oct 2025 18:42:22 -0700

Most people assume spiritual growth just happens over time. But the truth is, everyone is being spiritually formed by something — our families, habits, culture, and desires are shaping who we’re becoming. In Ephesians 4, Paul draws a bold line between the “old self,” shaped by sin and self-reliance, and the “new self,” shaped by the Spirit. You can’t keep wearing your old clothes and expect a new life to fit. Transformation doesn’t begin with trying harder; it begins with responding to the invitations of the Holy Spirit, who makes us new from the inside out.

Tune in as guest preacher Matt Berg unpacks what it means to “put on the new self,” created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness (Ephesians 4:24). Discover how daily practices like confession, forgiveness, and community open us to the Spirit’s renewing work — not just to manage sin, but to reflect Christ’s compassion, truth, and love for the sake of others.

Wake Up & Get Ready | No Matter The Cost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 12 Oct 2025 19:45:33 -0700

We live in a world that lulls us to sleep—spiritually numb, distracted, desensitized. But Paul raises a warning flag in 1 Thessalonians 5: The Day of the Lord is coming like a thief in the night. It will not be announced. It will not be delayed. And most won’t be ready. This day—the final, climactic return of Christ—will be a day of justice, when God deals decisively with sin, rebellion, and evil. But for those in Christ, judgment day has already happened—at the cross. That’s why Paul urges us: wake up and live like people of the day, not of the darkness.

The return of Jesus calls us to sober living, sacrificial love, unwavering faith, and unshakable hope. We don’t armor up with anger or fear—we put on the breastplate of faith and love, and the helmet of hope. We serve, invite, give, and share with urgency because the Day of Salvation is coming. Tune in as we explore how to live awake, alert, and anchored in the coming Kingdom of God.

Jesus is Coming Back Soon | No Matter The Cost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 05 Oct 2025 19:26:48 -0700

Something in us knows this world isn’t the end. We feel it at funerals, in the chaos of the headlines, and in the quiet moments when we wonder, is there more than this? The early believers in Thessalonica wrestled with the same questions—watching their friends die for their faith, wondering what came next. Paul writes to them—and to us—to say: there is hope beyond the grave. Because Jesus died and rose again, death doesn’t get the final word. Our story ends not in loss, but in life—resurrection life.

And the best part? It’s closer than you think. Scripture says a day is coming when the sky will split open, the trumpet will sound, and the King will return. Evil will be crushed, creation restored, and those who belong to Christ will rise to meet Him. That reality changes how we live now. It means we can face grief with hope, urgency with purpose, and a broken world with unshakable confidence. Tune in as we look at the signs, the promises, and the glorious return of Jesus—and discover why The End isn’t something to fear, but something to long for.

Revival Starts in Our Homes | No Matter The Cost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 28 Sep 2025 22:43:06 -0700

There’s something stirring in our time. People are restless, searching, and waking up with a hunger they can’t quite name. All around us we see signs of spiritual awakening—new faces walking through church doors, lives asking deeper questions, hearts opening to God. These are seeds of revival being planted. The question is: will we recognize the moment and nurture what God is doing in us, our families, and our church?

In 1 Thessalonians 4, Paul urges us to reject the patterns of the world and walk in God’s good design—especially in the area of sexual purity. Sex was created as a gift to connect and create within the covenant of marriage, but outside that covenant, it divides and destabilizes. Paul is clear: holiness is not about shame or legalism, but about freedom—choosing to honor God with our bodies, our relationships, and our everyday choices. Tune in as we explore how revival begins not with noise and spectacle, but with quiet obedience in our homes, purity in our hearts, and a life that reflects the beauty of Jesus. When we live to please God “more and more,” we not only experience His power but also shine as a stark and hopeful contrast in a world desperate for healing

A City-Transforming Community | No Matter The Cost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 21 Sep 2025 17:59:42 -0700

We’re all longing for belonging, but true connection comes through love that shows up, faith that endures trials, and growth that never stops.

We’re called to live with hopeful vision, ready for Jesus’ return and bold enough to transform our city by the way we love each other. Whether you’re curious about faith or already following Jesus, this message will challenge you to step in and live differently.

Never Back Down | No Matter The Cost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 14 Sep 2025 19:40:34 -0700

Some moments in our lives are watershed moments—where tragedy strikes so deep we know our world will never be the same. This week was one of those moments in our Nation. The public assassination of Charlie Kirk is now etched into our national memory. Not a head of state, not a military leader—but a voice for truth, faith, and conviction, cut down not for political position because of Biblical conviction. This moment is more than political—it’s spiritual. And how we respond will define a generation.

The Church must not cower in fear, rage in retaliation, or retreat into silence. Like Paul in 1 Thessalonians 2, we’re called to courage in the face of opposition—fueled by the fear of God, not man. Courageous Christians speak truth no matter the cost, love each other like family, and protect the mission at all costs. Evil will rage—but it cannot win. Our task is clear: live bold, holy lives; preach Jesus with conviction; protect one another in love; and hold fast to the hope that God will avenge, redeem, and restore.

A Saving Faith is A Life Changing Faith | No Matter The Cost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 07 Sep 2025 18:52:36 -0700

What keeps you standing when life pushes hard against you? For the Thessalonian church, following Jesus meant being misunderstood, rejected, and even persecuted. Paul’s encouragement was simple but profound: you are chosen by God, and that changes everything.

To the fearful, God says you are loved. To the scattered, He says you belong. To the weary, He promises your future is glory. Your faith isn’t built on your strength but on God’s unshakable grip.
And the evidence of His gospel is not just belief in your head but transformation in your life.

Join us as Pastor Jason Clarke unpacks how God’s choosing brings comfort, security, and hope. We'll see that we can live not as victims of our circumstances but as victors in Christ, with lives that shine with joy and echo far beyond what we can imagine.

Weapons For A World Against You | No Matter The Cost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 01 Sep 2025 20:08:43 -0700

When life feels stacked against you, where do you turn? The Thessalonian church was small, new, and surrounded by opposition. Paul couldn’t stay to guide them, but he wrote back reminding them that God had already given them the weapons they needed to stand strong in a world against them: prayer, the Word, and the power of the Spirit. These aren’t flashy or obvious tools, but they connect us to a strength far beyond ourselves.

Tune in as we discover how prayer can be more powerful than presence, how God’s Word anchors us in truth amid a sea of voices, and how the Spirit brings conviction and transformation that no opposition can stop. Together, we’ll see that faith works, love labors, and hope endures—arming us to follow Jesus no matter the cost.

Rise Up & Saturate | Agape The Church

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 24 Aug 2025 19:56:44 -0700

Ephesians 5 shows us that marriage is not just about husband and wife, but meant to be a picture of something bigger: how Christ loves His Bride, the Church. His love is agape - sacrificial, faithful, and steady. It calls us to lay down pride, to forgive, to serve, and to live in a way that points back to Him.

This matters because we live in a world where it’s easy to walk away when things get hard. But Jesus never walks away from His Church, even in our brokenness. If we belong to Him, we can’t treat His Bride like an option. Our hope is in the One who loved us first and showed us what real commitment looks like.

Join us as Stacey Cutshall reminds us that loving God and loving His Church are not separate. Even when the Church is messy or painful, we’re still called to love it. Because when the Church loves like this, even through hurt and hardship, it becomes the clearest picture of Jesus to a watching world.

Let Us Rise Up & Build | Build This House

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 13:45:08 -0700

We live in a world filled with broken walls—families fractured, cities divided, hope worn thin. Too often we look at the rubble and assume it’s someone else’s job to rebuild. But in God’s Kingdom, a holy burden always comes before breakthrough. Nehemiah’s story reminds us that transformation starts when we allow God to move our hearts and then move our hands. Renewal is not for the gifted few; it’s for everyday people who are willing to step up and join God’s work.

Tune in as we discover how to rise above discouragement, push through opposition, and build shoulder to shoulder for something bigger than ourselves. This is not about leaving our mark but about joining Jesus, the true Builder, in restoring what’s been broken. God is calling us to bring our burden, pick up our brick, and trust Him to raise up a people of hope in our city.

Rise Up & Saturate | The Now Generation

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 21:09:56 -0700

In 1 Samuel 16:1–13, God bypasses the impressive and chooses David, the overlooked shepherd boy, to be king. It’s a reminder that He sees what people miss—He looks at the heart. In every generation, God is raising up leaders who may not fit our expectations. They might be young, unpolished, and unproven, but they are already chosen, gifted, and anointed for His purposes.

The next generation is not the future of the Church—they are the Church. Our calling is to see them, believe in them, and make space for them to lead, even if it disrupts our routines or stretches our comfort. A vibrant church is one filled with the energy of kids, the passion of teens, and the innovation of young adults. When we step aside and lift them up, the Spirit of God moves in ways that can change everything—right now.

Rise Up & Saturate | There Is No Plan B

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 19:47:42 -0700

What if God’s plan to reach your neighborhood, your workplace, your city… is you? In Luke 10, Jesus sends out ordinary people with an extraordinary mission—to go ahead of Him and prepare the way. No titles. No platforms. Just faith, authority, and obedience. This is a wake-up call: you and I aren’t on the sidelines of God’s story—we are the strategy. There is no Plan B. Heaven is still sending, and the harvest is still ready.

The work is gritty, the world is hostile, and still, we go—not relying on our strength, but on His Spirit. Along the way, we learn to recognize the people of peace, to shake the dust when needed, and to rejoice—not in what we do for Jesus, but in who we are because of Him.

Rise Up & Saturate | Sunday Night Lights

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 29 Jul 2025 13:18:14 -0700

Pick It Up | Ali Roohi

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 22:40:34 -0700

Brokenness around us isn’t just something we ignore - it’s something we’re called to pick up.

Join us as guest speaker Ali Roohi walks through Nehemiah’s story, a man who was moved to tears over the broken state of his city. He didn’t start with resources or status - just a burden and a vision of what could be. We’re reminded that God uses the unqualified, the leftovers, and those who simply care enough to pray.

Gospel Power: Gospel Partners

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 13 Jul 2025 22:17:41 -0700

As we approach the end of Romans, Paul’s letter, his most important theological work, closes in a fascinating way. He pulls back the curtain to reveal the people who’ve been partnering with him in spreading the Gospel and building the Kingdom. We notice something powerful: From the beginning of the church, women have been active participants in building the church spreading the kingdom. Women were essential partners in advancing the Gospel.

Tune in as as we walk through Romans 16 where we learn how the early church was shaped by the indispensable contributions of women, and why this partnership remains essential for the church today.

Gospel Power: A Life Well Lived

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 06 Jul 2025 19:54:59 -0700

The reason we keep coming back to the Gospel, week after week, day after day, is because we never outgrow our need for it. Paul’s words in Romans 15 remind us that even mature believers need bold reminders of grace. The Gospel isn’t just how we begin our faith...it’s how we keep going. It’s the power that fuels purpose, passion, and mission. When we forget it, we drift. But when we preach it to ourselves daily, we stay tuned into to what God is doing in and through us.

Join us for "A Life Well-Lived" as we rediscover the power of the Gospel, the urgency of our calling, and the deep joy of living for something that will actually last.

Gospel Power: The Gospel Unites

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 22 Jun 2025 19:24:35 -0700

In Romans 14, Paul reminds us that unity is more important than uniformity. We’re called to accept each other, even when we disagree on secondary matters, like food or specific religious practices. These are disputable matters that shouldn’t divide us but instead should be points of strength as we come together in the gospel.

Living in unity means relinquishing our "rightness" and putting love first. It’s not about being right, but about being loving and kind to those who may see things differently. When we focus on building each other up, instead of tearing each other down over differences, we reflect the heart of Jesus. Join us as we explore what it means to be united in the gospel, living with righteousness, peace, and joy, and focusing on building God’s Kingdom, not just our own tribe.

Gospel Power: Spiritual Transformation

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 15 Jun 2025 22:52:41 -0700

In Romans 12, Paul urges us: in view of God’s mercy, offer your whole life as a living sacrifice. It’s not just about doing more or feeling more—it’s about being transformed from the inside out. We’re not meant to conform to the world but to be renewed by God so we can live lives that are holy and pleasing to Him.

This kind of transformation starts with surrender, is shaped by truth, and shows up in how we treat others. Every believer has a unique gift, and Paul encourages us to use those gifts, not for comparison, but for contribution.

Join us as we discover what it means to live as people changed by God’s mercy and grace.

Moving from Panic to Peace | Daniel Goulding

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 08 Jun 2025 20:25:35 -0700

In Matthew 8, Jesus invites his disciples into the boat with a promise: We’re going to the other side. He doesn’t promise calm waters—but He does promise His presence. Even as the waves crash, He’s right there—resting in peace that He offers to us too.

Tune in this week as special guest Daniel Goulding walks us through a powerful moment in the middle of chaos, when the disciples begin to realize this is God. After miracles and healings, it’s the storm that truly reveals who Jesus is.

If you’re in a storm right now, this message is for you. The goal isn’t just survival - it’s learning to move from panic to peace. Faith isn’t the absence of fear; it’s expecting a miracle in the mess.

Gospel Power: Grafted in By Grace

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 22:36:02 -0700

In Romans 11, Paul tackles the question of whether God has given up on His people, Israel. His answer is a clear “No way!” Even when things seem tough, God always has a group of people who stay faithful to Him. This reminds us that, no matter what we're going through, God is still working through those who keep their faith, and we’re invited to be part of that group. Even though many in Israel rejected Jesus, God used that to open up the door of salvation to everyone else, including us. We’re part of God’s family, not because we’ve earned it, but because of His grace. We’ve been brought into the family through faith in Jesus, and that’s all a gift from God. Listen in as we continue through our series on Romans with "Grafted by Grace." We learn how God’s grace should humble us, lead us to worship, and inspire us to share God’s love with the people around us.

Gospel Power: Jesus Saves

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 25 May 2025 23:06:48 -0700

Sometimes we make faith more complicated than it needs to be. But the truth is simple: Jesus alone saves when we repent and believe.

You don’t have to earn God’s love by being good enough. In fact, trying to earn it can actually get in the way. The Gospel isn’t about what we do for God. It’s about what God has already done for us through Jesus. And it all starts with prayer. In Romans 10, Paul begins by praying for people to know Jesus, not just to live better lives, but to experience real salvation. That’s our call too. Keep praying. You never know how God is working behind the scenes.

Tune in to this week's message as we see that God invites us to be part of His rescue mission. It starts with building real, meaningful relationships, living as a witness to the power of Jesus in your own life, and inviting people to church. Because we all need the hope that only He provides.

Gospel Power: God Loves The Lost

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 18 May 2025 22:18:09 -0700

Whether you’ve been around church your whole life or you’re just starting to explore faith, the message is the same: God’s grace is for you. In Romans 9, Paul pours out his heart for his people who haven’t accepted Jesus. His pain shows us something important; it reflects the heart of God, who deeply desires for everyone to come home. Salvation isn’t something you can earn by being good, having the right background, or growing up in a certain family. It’s a gift, plain and simple. Grace doesn’t come through tradition. It comes from God, and it’s available to anyone who’s ready to receive it.

Join us for "God Loves the Lost" as Pastor Jason Clarke reminds us that God’s power and our responsibility go hand in hand. We’re not called to sit back—we’re called to move, to share, and to trust that Jesus is still changing lives. So let’s keep moving. Let’s keep inviting. And let’s remember that God is still rescuing hearts, one life at a time.

Gospel Power: Nothing Shall Separate

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 12 May 2025 08:51:32 -0700

On Mother’s Day, we reflected on the kind of love that never gives up...the love of God. In Romans 8, Paul reminds us that nothing can separate us from the love of Christ. The Greek word used for “separate” is chorizo, which means to divide, cut off, or pull apart. Life can make us feel that way. Shame, fear, suffering, or insecurity can leave us feeling distant from God. Like a piano that drifts out of tune over time, our hearts can drift too.

Join us as special speaker Stacey Cutshall helps us take an honest look at the things that try to pull us away from God's love. Whether it’s your past or something you’re walking through right now, nothing can chorizo you from the love of Jesus. Even in suffering, we can hold on to hope, knowing we were made for something more. Let’s throw off the shame and live like people who already know the final score; Jesus wins, and because of that, so do we.

Gospel Power: God Doesn't Waste Pain

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 05 May 2025 08:17:30 -0700

Suffering isn’t the end of the story. In Romans 8, Paul reminds us that our present pain, no matter how deep, isn’t even worth comparing to the glory that’s coming. From creation itself to our own hearts, everything is groaning for redemption. But this isn’t a groan of death; it’s the pain of labor. Something new is being born.

This week, Pastor Jason Clarke reminds us that even when life feels broken, frustrating, or overwhelming, God is still at work. The Holy Spirit meets us right in our weakness, praying for us when we don’t even know what to say. God isn’t just bringing beauty out of ashes. He is using every single hardship to shape us into the image of Jesus.

Your pain has a purpose. God’s using it to shape something lasting in you.

The Pursuing God | Joshua Ryan Butler

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 21:45:44 -0700

When it comes to the Christian faith, we often think it’s all about us finding God. But Jesus tells a much different story. In Luke 15, He shows that faith doesn’t start with our pursuit of Him—it's all about His pursuit of us. God isn’t standing at a distance, waiting for us to get it together. He’s the Shepherd who leaves the 99 to chase after the one. He’s the woman who turns her house upside down to find her lost coin. He’s the Father who runs, not with judgment, but with surprising joy to embrace His lost child.

Join special speaker Joshua Ryan Butler as he walks us through Luke 15 and reminds us: God’s love is joyful, relentless, and personal. He delights to meet you right where you are—not to scold you, but to lift you onto His shoulders and throw a party when you come home.

Gospel Power: Death, Defeated

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 21 Apr 2025 10:17:56 -0700

Easter isn’t just a holiday; it’s a bold declaration that death has been defeated for good. On Resurrection Day, we celebrate the moment everything changed. In Romans 8, Paul unpacks the incredible blessings we now have because of Jesus' resurrection. Thanks to what Christ has done, we get to live with a brand new identity, new desires, and real power for everyday life.

The resurrection takes away our condemnation—no more guilt, shame, or judgment. It rewires our hearts. God doesn’t just forgive us; He changes us from the inside out. And it puts death to death. We carry the same Spirit that raised Jesus, giving us strength to truly live. Join us for our Easter message, "Death, Defeated" and be reminded: you’re not condemned, not alone, and not powerless. Jesus died and rose...for you.

Seek First The Kingdom | The Sermon on the Mount

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 13 Apr 2025 11:00:00 -0700

What does it actually mean to seek first the Kingdom? In Matthew 6, Jesus reminds us that life isn’t about chasing success or security. It starts with putting God first—and trusting Him to provide what we need.

When we live with a Kingdom-first mindset, it changes how we spend our time, handle our money, and even how we engage in politics. Join us as we unpack what it looks like to pursue the presence, power and practice of Jesus here on earth for a life saturated with Kingdom purpose.

Gospel Power: Make War With Sin

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 08:10:23 -0700

Why is it so hard to do the right thing—even when we want to? In Romans 7, Paul gives voice to the tension we all feel: the battle between our flesh and The Spirit. There’s a war going on inside us—and it’s not just a matter of willpower. It’s the reality of sin nature—something that was never meant to be there in the first place.

But here’s the truth: Sin isn’t an identity to wear; it’s an enemy to fight. What God designs for life, Satan tries to hijack for destruction. Left unchecked, sin leads to shame, despair, and bondage. But through Jesus, we don’t have to live under its control. Tune in as Romans 7 shows us how to stop surrendering to sin—and start making war.

Staying Faithful | Phil Comer

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:21:00 -0700

What if faithfulness isn’t about perfection, but about staying committed to God in a world that constantly pulls us away? Psalm 101 shows David’s desire to live blamelessly—not without sin, but with a heart set on honoring God.

God doesn’t reward greatness—He rewards faithfulness. Staying true to Him starts with guarding our hearts, our homes, and the small choices we make daily.

Join us as Phil Comer unpacks what it means to live faithfully in an unfaithful world - trusting God to strengthen us in every season.

Gospel Power: Who is Your Master?

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 21:46:38 -0700

What if the things you’re chasing—success, approval, security—are actually holding you captive? What if true freedom isn’t found in having more, but in surrendering all? Paul reminds us in Romans 6 that we are all slaves to something—whether sin or righteousness. The good news? Because of Jesus, we don’t have to stay chained to sin.

Join us as we explore what it means to offer our lives fully to God, not out of obligation, but as an act of worship. When we surrender, we don’t lose. We gain a new identity, a new purpose, and the power to truly live!

Gospel Power: Death of Your Old Self

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 20:58:17 -0700

What if you could start to break from from your patterns and cycles of sin and failure? What if you actually had the power to change and become a new person? Paul tells us that when we follow Christ, we die to sin and are raised to a new life. Yet, like an elephant trained to believe it’s still chained, we often live as though sin still controls us.

Tune in as we look at Romans 6 which challenges us to count ourselves dead to sin and alive in Christ, shifting our identity from who we were to who we are now— fully loved, empowered, and free! This new identity comes with new hope and power for today!

Gospel Power: The Second Adam

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 09 Mar 2025 20:57:19 -0700

Why is our world marked by pain, suffering, and death? Paul answers this question in Romans 5 by tracing it back to one man—Adam. Through his sin, the curse entered the world, spreading brokenness to all. But that’s not the end of the story. Where Adam brought sin and death, Jesus brings grace and life. Through His perfect obedience, Jesus became the new and better Adam, reversing the curse and making a way for us to be made right with God. Tune in to hear His grace doesn’t just match our sin—it overflows beyond it.

Gospel Power: At Just The Right Time

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 03 Mar 2025 17:14:42 -0800

What if being right with God wasn’t something you had to earn, but something already secured for you? In Romans 5, Paul declares that through faith in Jesus, we are justified—made right with God. This isn’t based on our performance, but on Christ’s perfect sacrifice. Because of Him, we stand in grace, live with peace, and boast in the hope of God’s glory. Listen in as we celebrate 11 years as a church with the incredible message that tells us…at just the right time, when we were powerless, Christ died for us. His love isn’t earned—it’s freely given, and that's good news.

Gospel Power: A Faith That Saves

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 23 Feb 2025 21:20:38 -0800

What if, in our hardest seasons, when hope feels lost, God is already working?
In Romans 4:18, Paul points to Abraham, who “against all hope, in hope believed.” His circumstances made God’s promise seem impossible, yet he trusted anyway.

Maybe you’re in an “against all hope” season—struggling in your job, your marriage, or your faith. Maybe you feel stuck in sin or burdened by shame. But the good news is that faith isn’t about working—it’s about trusting. Like Abraham, we are invited to believe that God will do what He promised.

Join us as our Youth Pastor Jordan explores what it means to trust God when the odds are against us. Because the same God who was faithful to Abraham is faithful to you.

Gospel Power: The Gospel is Enough

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 16 Feb 2025 20:30:24 -0800

What if we’re chasing approval, success, or trying to be “good enough” when everything we really need is already ours in Jesus?

In Romans 3, Paul reminds us that salvation isn’t earned—it’s a gift we receive through faith. Our hope is not in what we do, but in what Jesus has already done.

Tune in as Zach Landes walks us through four key truths of the Gospel: Justification, Redemption, Grace, and Propitiation. Together, they show us that Jesus didn’t just die for us—He died instead of us. His sacrifice is the greatest gift.

Gospel Power: You Have Gospel Power

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 11 Feb 2025 10:27:55 -0800

Your life is a worship song—every choice, action, and word is an offering to God. Our bodies are the greatest instruments of worship. Living a life of service to Him is the greatest form of worship!

Listen in as Jason unpacks Romans 12 and invites you to join Team Jesus. God wants you to join His team and He has gifted and wired you with a specific spot on His team. Even when we serve behind the scenes, God sees and honors it. As we allow the holy spirit to transform us, we realize more and more what a privilege it is to worship the Lord with our life.

We don’t have to serve Him, we get to! So stop waiting on the sideline and get in the game. Join team Jesus today!

Gospel Power: Shattered Mirrors

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:30:39 -0800

What if everything you believed about righteousness was wrong? In Romans 3, Paul reveals that the law was never meant to save—but to show our need for a Savior. The law is a mirror reflecting our brokenness, but Jesus shatters it, declaring our worth in Him.

Join us as we unpack sin, grace, and the radical truth that salvation isn’t earned—it’s given.

Gospel Power: Christians Need the Gospel Too

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 26 Jan 2025 21:29:06 -0800

What if our biggest spiritual blind spot is thinking we don’t need grace as much as someone else does?

In Romans 2, Paul reminds us that no matter who we are—Jew or Gentile, believer or skeptic—we all need the Gospel.

Join us today as Jason unpacks these powerful verses and challenges us to take ownership of our faith. We are not called to perfection, but we are called to transformation. Our lives should reflect the eternal life we've received by grace, and our actions should align with the faith we profess.

Gospel Power: Our Great Need For The Gospel

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 19 Jan 2025 19:19:27 -0800

In Romans 1 Paul addresses our deep need for the Gospel by showing how humanity is united in our rejection of God. The wrath of God is revealed against all ungodliness and wickedness by handing us over to the desires of our hearts.

This message challenges us to face the hard truths of sin and brokenness, but it also reminds us of the incredible hope found in Jesus. He bore the wrath of God on our behalf, so we could experience joy and redemption in Him. Join us as we reflect on the depth of God’s grace and the life-changing truth of the gospel—a truth that transforms us now and secures our hope for eternity.

Gospel Power: Gospel Obsession

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0800

In Romans 1:8-17, Paul shows us what it looks like to be completely captivated by the good news of Jesus. From his gratitude for the faith of the Roman church to his longing for mutual encouragement and his sense of obligation to share the gospel, Paul’s life overflows with an obsession for God’s power to save. His unashamed declaration of the gospel reminds us that it’s not just a message—it’s the power of God itself, transforming lives and shaping eternity.

Join us as we explore what it means to live a gospel-centered life in a world marked by discontentment and distraction. Together, we’ll rediscover the joy of gratitude, the strength of community, and the eternal significance and power in building our lives around the Gospel. Let’s ask God to ignite our hearts with the same passion Paul had, so we can live boldly and unashamed, letting the gospel guide everything we do.

Gospel Power: The Triune Gospel

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 05 Jan 2025 23:51:49 -0800

Do you find the concept of our Trinitarian God difficult to grasp? You're not alone.

The doctrine of the Trinity is challenging to understand, largely because no analogy can fully capture its depth and beauty—not even the common ones involving eggs, clovers, or ice.

Join us today as Jason kicks off our journey through the book of Romans. In Romans, Paul is writing to a divided church, and his main goal is to refocus them on the one thing that truly matters: the gospel. Along the way, we’ll explore the perfect community of love that is the Trinity. The gospel flows out of this perfect love—God chose to create us, love us, redeem us, and restore us. Buckle up—this is going to be an epic ride through the book of Romans!

In This Season: The God Who Becomes

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:50:41 -0800

Christmas celebrates the incredible truth that Jesus, the creator of the world, became one of us. Leaving heaven’s perfection, He entered our brokenness as a humble child to reveal His love and compassion. Christmas is not about us striving to reach God. It declares that God came down to us.

From the riches of heaven to the poverty of earth, Jesus came to identify with us in every way. He experienced suffering, betrayal, weakness, and even death, taking our sin and shame upon Himself. And now, as our great High Priest, He intercedes for us with deep compassion and understanding of our human experience.

Join us for our Christmas Eve message "The God Who Becomes" as we reflect on the incredible love of Jesus, the God who is the light in the darkness and a beacon of hope in a world that desperately needs it.

In This Season: A Season of Anxious

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 19:03:36 -0800

Anxiety, fear, and overwhelm touch all of us at some point. Even the most significant figures in Scripture—David, Mary, Elijah and even Jesus—experienced moments of deep anguish. But in every one of their stories, God met them in their struggle and led them through it.

Listen in as we learn anxiety is not a sin; it’s a signal—a sign of deeper emotional or spiritual unrest. It’s a call to turn toward the One who cares for every burden on your heart and mind. God invites us to be transformed by renewing our minds through His Word, where we are reminded of our identity: created, known, wanted, chosen, and called.

In This Season: A Season of Grief & Loss

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 15 Dec 2024 16:37:37 -0800

Are you going through a season of sudden loss or chronic grief? As human beings, living the beautiful life means we experience the full range of emotions—from joy and love to grief and sorrow. God wants us to be honest with Him in our moments of grief and loss. There's no need to hide or sugarcoat our pain, especially with a Savior who has known the ultimate grief and loss.

Join us as Rick McKinley explores this important question: “Does the fact that the Son of God became human make a difference in my suffering?” We'll discover that Jesus not only honors our suffering but also gives it meaning. As Emmanuel, God with us, He is a co-sufferer who walks with us in our pain. He longs to reframe our grief and loss with His holy presence.

No matter the season you're in, He is our Emmanuel, right here and right now, and He invites us to come as we truly are before Him.

In This Season: A Season of Busy

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 14:22:43 -0800

As the holidays approach, life often feels like it’s moving at full speed. Schedules fill up, to-do lists grow, and the demands of the season can leave us feeling hurried and overwhelmed. In the midst of all this, how does Jesus meet us and guide us through even the busiest times?

Jesus modeled the importance of rest and connection—stepping away to spend time with the Father and being fully present with those around Him. What if we followed His example? Instead of packing every moment with activity, what if we made room for stillness, treasured the people around us, and created meaningful memories?

Listen in as we learn how to embrace rest and presence in a world that glorifies busyness, rediscovering the joy and peace of walking fully with Jesus.

In This Season: A Season of Dissatisfaction

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 09:45:06 -0800

Are you going through a season of dissatisfaction? Feeling unfulfilled at work, at home, in your relationships, or financially?

It's okay to experience dissatisfaction. Even heroes of our faith, like David, openly expressed their struggles. You don't need to hide your dissatisfaction, ignore it, or just "push through." Instead, recognize it, name it, and then reframe it.

Our world and culture often fuel dissatisfaction, constantly pushing us to want more and compare ourselves to others. But in this powerful message by Zach Landes, we’ll explore how to break free from that cycle. The path out of dissatisfaction begins by partnering with Jesus in every area of our lives—even in our seasons of dissatisfaction.

Build This House: Victory Sunday

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 21:07:16 -0800

As Joshua nears the end of his life, his final message to God’s people is clear: “Remember.” He recounts God’s faithfulness, reminding them that every victory, every blessing, and every step forward was not achieved alone—it was God’s work through the generations that came before.

Joshua’s words call us to recognize that our lives are part of something much bigger than ourselves. We are here today because of God’s grace and the legacy of faith passed down to us. Our role is to carry the Kingdom forward in our time and prepare the next generation to do the same.

Tune in to Victory Sunday, as we celebrate what God has done, honor the faithfulness of those who came before us, and recommit to advancing His Kingdom for future generations.

Build This House: A House of Rest

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 14:56:16 -0800

After seasons of busyness and hard work, God invites us into true rest—not the kind of shallow comfort that leads to self-reliance, but deep, soul-refreshing rest that comes from fully trusting Him. In Joshua, we see the end of a long season, where God gives His people rest—not as an escape, but as a time to pause, remember His faithfulness, and be renewed in His presence. God’s rest goes beyond simply stopping; it’s a chance to refocus our hearts and minds on Him. Through sabbath, confession, and gratitude, we’re reminded of His provision, repent of relying on ourselves, and find strength in His promises.

Join us as we discover how to step into the rest Jesus offers—a rest that refreshes, renews, and reminds us of the faithfulness of the God who has been with us all along.

Build This House: Sun Stand Still

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 22:27:27 -0800

Just as God gave the Israelites an unforgettable moment of His power, He invites us to step into what He’s prepared for us—actively participating in His blessings through generosity, obedience, and worship. God desires us to have our own stories of His faithfulness, but we must take that step, cross our own “river,” and mark those moments along the way.

Join us as we learn to pray “Sun Stand Still” prayers, believing not for an explainable work but a move of God so big that we tell stories, write songs, and pass down memories of His faithfulness and power for generations to come.

Build This House: A House for Jesus

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:04:34 -0800

We’re building A House for Jesus—a place where His name is lifted up. As His followers, we’re called to let His light shine brightly in a world that needs hope. When Joshua asked, “Are you for us or against us?” Jesus didn’t pick sides; He made it clear that He alone is to be followed.

Listen in as we explore what it means to build a church where He leads, His name is preached, and where lives are changed forever by His presence and power.

Build This House: A House For The Future

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 11:12:11 -0700

Each generation has defining moments with God—times when He shows His power and calls us to trust Him fully, even when it’s hard to understand. Like the Israelites, we’re reminded that our strength doesn’t come from our own power or skill but from God alone.

Join us for 'A House for the Future' as Nate Pursley takes us through the Book of Joshua and teaches how each generation’s legacy of faith is powered by God’s strength working through His people.

Build This House: A House of Remembrance

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 20 Oct 2024 21:33:34 -0700

Has God ever asked you to do something that didn't make sense?

The word "consecrate" means to set ourselves apart for God, preparing for something significant He is about to do. In Joshua 3, the Israelites were told to consecrate themselves before God would display His power in parting the Jordan River. God didn’t act until their feet hit the water—He required faith-filled obedience before showing His power. Joshua reminds us that when God makes a promise and His people obey, He will deliver.

Tune in for a significant and important Sunday message in the life of our church, as we look back on the incredible home God has given us and look ahead to where we are headed. Prepare for God to move.

Build This House: A House of Redemption

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 13 Oct 2024 23:20:07 -0700

Rahab’s story is a powerful reminder that God can use anyone, no matter their past or brokenness, to advance His Kingdom. Though she was a sinner, her faith led her to be part of God’s redemptive plan, and her past mistakes didn't define her future. Rahab had heard the rumors of God’s power, and her faith was sparked.

Join us as continue in the book of Joshua and explore how we are called to be fishers of people—sharing the gospel and pointing others to the Savior. Our job isn’t to clean people up, but to call them to Jesus, trusting Him to transform their lives. We remember that we are all sinners but by the blood of Jesus can be made saints.

Build This House: A House of Presence

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:56:48 -0700

Would you settle for God’s promises without His presence? Or, like Moses, would you boldly declare, “If You’re not with us, we’re not going?"

God has always longed to be with His people. From walking in the garden with Adam and Eve, to dwelling in the tabernacle with the Israelites, to sending Jesus as Immanuel and then the Holy Spirit, all the way to the promise of His presence in the new creation—His desire is to be with us. God’s presence is the point. It’s what establishes His kingdom in and through His people.

Join us as we see that His presence is what gives us the strength and courage to live out His purposes. When we are rooted in His presence, we are empowered by His Spirit to fulfill His calling.

Build This House: A House of Purpose

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 29 Sep 2024 17:57:21 -0700

God has a great calling upon His people—to establish His presence in the midst of darkness. The Promised Land wasn’t just a place for the Israelites to live—it was meant to be a space fully devoted to God’s Word, worship, and ways, reflecting His glory. And just as He planted them in a space marked out for His purposes, so is he establishing His Church today.

Join us for our new series, Build This House, as we explore how to follow our victorious King Jesus, into the promises He has for His Church. Just as the Israelites followed Joshua into the Promised Land, we follow Jesus as He leads us to be a people completely devoted to His glory.

Upside Down Kingdom: Kingdom Generosity

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 22 Sep 2024 23:44:42 -0700

Financial stress is something many of us can relate to, with 73% of people in a recent survey citing it as their top source of anxiety. But in the Upside Down Kingdom, true generosity flows from a heart of gratitude toward Jesus, recognizing that all we have comes from Him. Our giving isn’t just to a church or pastor—it’s an offering to God, acknowledging that everything we own is already His.

Tune in as we explore how Kingdom generosity calls us to give our first fruits, not our leftovers, and invites us into a life of abundant blessings. Instead of focusing on our own needs, we’re called to center our hearts on Jesus and trust in His faithfulness, just as Malachi 3:10 challenges us to test His promises. God desires not our money, but our hearts, and as we walk in stewardship and generosity, we discover the joy of partnering with Him.

Upside Down Kingdom: Kingdom Friendships

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:02:03 -0700

Community should be a foretaste of the Kingdom of God, marked by deep friendship and unity. In Philippians 4:1-9, Paul calls us to build Kingdom friendships, where the hard moments are embraced as opportunities for growth. These relationships are foundational to transforming our city and our hearts.

Listen in as Pastor Jason Clarke explores how Kingdom friendships reflect the love of Christ, reminding us that when conflict arises, that’s when the gospel matters most.

Upside Down Kingdom: Living As Kingdom Citizens

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 09 Sep 2024 08:30:58 -0700

As Kingdom Citizens, we’re called to represent Jesus on earth, living with hope and purpose as we await our final destination—heaven. Paul reminds us that while we haven’t yet arrived, this truth frees us to keep running our race. Our past may shape us, but it doesn’t define our future. And the power of the gospel calls us to step into the present, living out God’s purpose today.

As Kingdom Citizens, we live in eager anticipation of our King’s return. When He comes back, it won’t be in humility but in power, transforming us into His glorious likeness.

Tune in as we explore living with humility, perseverance, and the hope of the King’s return.

Upside Down Kingdom: Living With Kingdom Value

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 01 Sep 2024 19:35:42 -0700

People often place confidence in rituals, status, or their own achievements. Paul’s message in Philippians calls us to something radically different. He warns against those who add to the gospel, labeling such practices as dangerous distractions that lead us away from the true essence of our faith.

Paul reminds us that our identity is rooted in Christ alone. We are saved by grace, not by our earthly status, nationality, or religious rituals—these things, Paul says, are rubbish compared to the surpassing worth of knowing Jesus. Our value is found in being in Christ, living out His teachings, and becoming more like Him each day. Listen in to this powerful message and discover how centering our lives on Jesus can bring true worth and unity in a divided world.

Upside Down Kingdom: Kingdom Light

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 25 Aug 2024 20:08:21 -0700

In a culture marked by tension and uncertainty, we are called to be shining stars, leading others to Jesus through our words, actions, and attitudes. This journey begins with humble obedience—bowing before God and surrendering completely to His will. As we navigate these challenging times, our mission remains clear: to reflect the love and character of Jesus in everything we do, offering hope, peace, and light to those around us.

Join us as Nathan Pursley continues our "Upside Down Kingdom" series through the Book of Philippians. Together, we'll explore how living out this responsibility can transform not only our own lives but also the lives of those we encounter each day.

Upside Down Kingdom: Kingdom Humility

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 18 Aug 2024 20:49:15 -0700

The world tells us that success is about wealth, fame, and self-promotion, but Christ teaches us something different. By choosing humility and putting others first, we can shed selfish ambitions and build a community of honor and support. As followers of Jesus, we’re called to serve others, even in suffering, knowing that true greatness comes through humility and sacrifice.

Join us as Zach Landes explores how this Upside Down Kingdom offers hope—not just in the promise of future resurrection, but also in the transformative power of death and rebirth in our lives today.

Upside Down Kingdom: Living With Kingdom Joy

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 16:32:31 -0700

Adopting a Kingdom mindset means doing everything with joy, excellence, and for God’s glory. Writing from prison, unsure if he would live or die, the Apostle Paul made it clear: living is about Jesus, and dying is about being with Him.

Listen in as we explore how to rejoice in Jesus, rely on Him in every situation, and represent Him at all times. Whether in blessing or trial, Paul teaches us that living for Christ gives us the confidence to say, "Dying is gain."

Upside Down Kingdom: Kingdom Advancement

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 04 Aug 2024 17:15:30 -0700

Everyone experiences suffering—whether it’s relational, physical, emotional, or through loss. This suffering often leads to an identity crisis, making us feel lost and questioning our worth without the people or things we relied on. The good news is that our true identity is not based on our accomplishments or failures; it is anchored in Christ’s achievements, strength, and victory.

Join us as we continue our series in Philippians and discover how Paul’s perspective shows that we can find joy in these trials by seeing how they advance the Gospel.

Upside Down Kingdom : Only One Kingdom Will Stand

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 28 Jul 2024 15:52:56 -0700

We live in a culture of picking sides and being on the right team, party, or allegiance. But what if there’s another way? What if there’s a third option that’s more life-giving and radically selfless than the others?

Paul, through the book of Philippians, lays out a new way of living, a new citizenship, that is under God’s rule and reign. It not only conquers all the other ways, but it fills us with joy, hospitality, and unity — because it’s all about Jesus’ way of life. Join us for week one of Upside Down Kingdom to grasp a new citizenship in the Kingdom of God.

Holy Spirit: Promise of the Holy Spirit

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 08:50:02 -0700

Have you ever made a promise? Have you ever had someone break a promise to you? With Jesus promises are different. When God makes a promise it's forever, permanent, unchanging. He never breaks a promise. Through scripture, we read about the promise of the Holy Spirit—a helper who will come to be by our side, guide us, and empower us for His purpose.

This week we survey scripture to learn that the promise of the Holy Spirit has already been fulfilled. If you are a believer in Jesus then you have the Holy Spirit. That means that you have the power to tackle impossible circumstances and experience radical life transformation because its the Holy Spirit working through you and in you. Listen in to learn how the promise of the Holy Spirit is ready for you to receive.

Holy Spirit: Power of the Holy Spirit

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 14 Jul 2024 20:17:25 -0700

The Holy Spirit is a powerful figure in the New Testament who gave spiritual gifts, guidance, and a witness to God's miracles. That same power is available to us today.

This week, we celebrate Next Gen Sunday, honoring the kids, youth, and 20-somethings in our church. Youth Pastor Jordan continues our series on the Holy Spirit to remind us that this power is for everyone, including the next generation, who are the church of today and our most important generation. We are called to guide and support them, helping them realize their God-given potential. Listen in as we explore the Power of the Holy Spirit.

Holy Spirit: Presence of the Holy Spirit

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 07 Jul 2024 19:26:03 -0700

If you are a believer in Jesus, you have been given the gift of the Holy Spirit—the helper that Jesus gave to us when He left this earth. One of the gifts of the Holy Spirit is that He is always present with us, abiding with us, comforting us, loving us, and strengthening us for His mission and purpose.

Listen in to gain a deeper understanding of how you have access to the Holy Spirit’s presence and discover the transformative impact this truth can have on your life.

Come Home

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 12:27:54 -0700

We love gathering in the heart of our city each summer for Church in the Park. Jesus is the reason we worship. Jesus is why we preach the Word of God. Jesus is why we baptize new believers.

You are welcome in the family of God. No matter where you've been or what you've experienced, there's always a place for you with the Father, who offers radical goodness and grace. Following Jesus is a journey that begins with the step of coming home.

Join us for this special outdoor service at Gresham Arts Plaza as we lift the name of Jesus high—because He is worthy of all praise.

Missions Accomplished

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 24 Jun 2024 13:25:26 -0700

It's easy to think that missionaries in exotic places are the ones that carry out the Great Commission. But that's not what Jesus teaches. We are all missionaries. Each one of us has been called and equipped to share the gospel, and through the Holy Spirit, we have the tools and the power we need to reach the unreached.

Join us as guest speaker Nate Pursley reminds us that our mission field isn't just far-off lands—it's right here in our everyday lives. This is our Jerusalem, our Judea, and our Samaria.

Established: God's Eternal Family

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 16 Jun 2024 22:43:55 -0700

Certain holidays like Father's Day can stir up a range of emotions. While this isn't meant to disregard the family you grew up with, God offers us a new, eternal family. God the Father is the dad we all need, providing protection, provision, and comfort.

Tune in to "God's Eternal Family" to discover how Jesus, our older brother, has made a way for us to join this new, eternal family as children of God. Through Him, we are united as sons and daughters of the King.

Established: The Sufficiency of Singleness

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 09 Jun 2024 21:17:32 -0700

In a season of singleness, it’s easy to feel like you’re waiting for your real life to start. However, the Bible says that singleness is a gift. The truth is, marriage is not a prerequisite for participation in ministry. Singles are a cornerstone of the church, and a picture of the sufficiency of the Gospel.

Join us as special speaker Zach Landes reminds us that marrieds and singles belong together and encourages both groups to push and spur each other on for the benefit of the church and one another.

Established: Breaking Generational Cycles

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 02 Jun 2024 21:37:27 -0700

Have you ever heard the saying, “The apple doesn’t fall too far from the tree”? This phrase speaks to the idea of generational cycles and patterns, which are not just mere coincidences. Since the beginning of time, family sin patterns and behaviors have wounded generations - a truth recognized by psychologists, scientists, and, most importantly, God’s Word.

Listen in to “Breaking Generational Cycles” where Pastor Jason unpacks how we can bring about generational change through the hope, purpose, and power found in Jesus Christ. Through Him, we can break free from the chains of past generations and write a new story for a new legacy.

Happily Even After

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 27 May 2024 08:50:34 -0700

What if our marriages could actually lead to joy and happiness? To build a strong and fulfilling marriage, it’s crucial to create an environment where both partners feel valued and appreciated. Ephesians 5 highlights the importance of showing deep love and respect to your spouse.

Join us as special guest speakers Phil and Diane Comer, who bring over 40 years of pastoral wisdom, share their insights in our current series, “Established.” You’ll learn the importance of understanding and embracing each other’s differences while maintaining a deep friendship, helping you to live “Happily Even After.”

Creation. Calling. Christlikeness.

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 19 May 2024 22:52:48 -0700

Beyond just love and companionship, marriage is a beautiful gift from God. It brings together a man and a woman to partner with God in creating new life. But it’s more than just creating life. Intimacy also binds together a husband and wife - it’s a partnership where both spouses can help each other fulfill their calling, and that's just a beautiful thing.

Join us for week 2 of Established, where we'll learn that Jesus is our ultimate model and goal. Because when we rely on His power to truly transform our lives, we will build a lasting legacy of faith, love, and mission.

A Multi-Generational Legacy

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 12 May 2024 22:01:30 -0700

In our society, there's a common misconception that family comes second or that children are a burden. But that's not how it's meant to be.

From the very beginning, God instructed us to thrive and grow as families. He saw family as a precious gift, a foundational blessing, and a way to share His teachings with future generations. Our goal is to raise kids to embrace the love of Jesus and become active members of His church.

Join us for our new series called "Established," where we'll dive into the Faith, Love, and Mission behind cultivating families that leave a lasting legacy.

We Are Made One

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 05 May 2024 22:06:22 -0700

You belong here.

Our journey toward God begins with His invitation to us. This invitation isn't contingent upon our personalities, preferences, or politics. Instead, it's rooted in His inclusive love that embraces us all. He paves the way and unites us with grace, love and forgiveness. We're called to mirror Him by extending invitations to others, welcoming them into our lives just as God welcomed us into His.

Join us as Pastor Jason unpacks Ephesians 2 with the powerful reminder that we are all welcome, and that we should make room for others because He first made room for us.

I am God's Workmanship

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 28 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0700

There is a cosmic battle being fought in this world— a fight of good and evil, and evil is deceptively trying to destroy all that is good and beautiful. The battle is not just around us though, it is in us. Sin and the resulting shame are causing our spiritual death, and keeping us from relationship with the Creator.

But there's good news. Jesus came so that His grace could come and make right all that is wrong. By Jesus' grace, we have freedom from our sin, and an identity that is uniquely crafted to glorify God alone. Listen in as we enter Ephesians 2 to understand that our brokenness and pain are not the end of the story. We are His workmanship, created in Him for good works, and for His glory.

I am Empowered

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 21 Apr 2024 16:54:22 -0700

Burdens, responsibilities, relationships, work - we are all carrying a lot. And so often these burdens can make us feel overwhelmed with life. But we weren't meant to carry these things alone, in our own strength.

In Jesus, we are empowered by the Holy Spirit. A power to make a way through life, an energy to sustain you, strength to be victorious, and the might to defeat sin and shame. We can have freedom and power to walk in the hope of Jesus. Join us through the end of Ephesians 1 as we learn to tap into the Spirit and form identity by His power.

United with Christ

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 17:14:34 -0700

In a world where religion can feel like a list of rules without room for grace, Ephesians reminds us of a profound truth: through our union with Christ, we're not just on a religious treadmill; we're embraced by the Trinity, through Jesus' love and mercy.

Join us as we dive into our series Identity with guest speaker Rick McKinley to experience the freedom of living in Christ and our true identity in unity with Him.

I am in Jesus

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 08 Apr 2024 20:57:53 -0700

Since childhood, we've been bombarded by words, wounds, and weaknesses trying to define who we are. But the truth is, Jesus came to give us a new identity, through His blood. In Him, we find redemption, forgiveness, and a place in God's family.

Listen in to this week's message, "Identity: Who I Am," as we explore our true identity that comes from Jesus Christ and nothing else.

Easter Sunday

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 01 Apr 2024 22:09:07 -0700

On Easter, we reflect on the truth that Jesus Christ died, was buried, and rose again from the dead. The resurrection is the foundation of our faith and the heart of the Gospel, offering salvation to everyone who believes.

Listen in to the Easter message to hear why building our faith on anything other than the Gospel will ultimately let you down.

Generous. Future.

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:46:03 -0700

At Rise City Church, we reflect a culture of generosity rooted in our faith in Jesus Christ. We recognize that all we have is a gift from God, and when we give, we are giving back to the One who has given us everything. Our giving of time, talents, and treasures is not driven by guilt or obligation but by a desire to glorify God and advance His kingdom on earth.

We joyfully invest in the growth of His kingdom by actively and intentionally raising up the next generation of believers because we firmly believe, 'Win the Kids, Win the Future.'

Join us for this week's sermon in our series, "We Are Rise," as Pastor Jason speaks into our core values of generosity and empowering the next generation.

We Love Our City

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 14:37:36 -0700

In a time when it often feels like the local culture pushes us away from God's calling, it can be tempting to think that moving elsewhere is the solution. However, we are reminded that God placed us here in this particular place, for this particular time. Our mission is to bring heaven to Earth, not look for it elsewhere.

We want our city to see, through our actions, that we genuinely care about people. At Rise, we do that by welcoming people in our doors and creating a space for people to feel seen and loved.

Listen in to the latest message in our series "We Are Rise" as we explore the power of being radically hospitable...because We Love Our City!

Culture. Hope. The Word.

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 17:48:05 -0700

In a world marked by darkness and pain, Church is a foretaste of heaven. Sundays are a day we gather together because it reminds us of Resurrection Day and what we have in Jesus.

We gather to be filled with hope, ready to overflow and share that hope with others as we go out into the rest of the week. As community of believers, we are shaped, guided, and surrendered to the Word. And we draw strength and encouragement from the scriptures so that we can support and lift up one another.

Join us for the second part of our series "We Are Rise" as we explore our foundational beliefs and who we are.

Jesus. Gospel. Spirit.

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 04 Mar 2024 22:42:28 -0800

Rise is TEN! Part of turning double digits as a church is realizing that we’ve learned a bit about who we are too, and one thing is certain...we are all about Jesus!

The story of Rise is a story about the power of God moving in our weakness. Our purpose is rooted in His love, so we will never water down the Gospel, and we fully believe, a movement in this city will not be by a new strategy or a system, but by a demonstration of the Spirit's power in our lives.

Join us for the first week of our new series "We Are" as we look back on the last decade and all that Jesus has done through our church and in our city - and why we are always, only, fully, clearly, all about Jesus.

God is Glorious

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 26 Feb 2024 16:34:35 -0800

Love, at its core, is spelled out through time—time spent in the presence of the one we love. God simply desires access to us, craving moments of connection and intimacy so we can know Him deeply. Unlike Moses, who acted as an intermediary between the people and God, we now have direct communion with the Father through Jesus and the Holy Spirit living in us.

Join us for this week's sermon as Pastor Russell Woods teaches that as we spend time with Him, we unlock deeper dimensions of His glory and experience the fullness of His love and presence in our lives. For there is truly None Like Him.

God is Just

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 18:48:09 -0800

When you think about judgement, it may spark a variety of thoughts and emotions. So when we speak of God’s justice, it might make you uneasy. But the truth is, God has a divine justice that works on a different timeline. His love, mercy, and perfection are always at work in His justice. He doesn’t call us to offer up vengeance, rather calls us to love our enemies, resting and trusting in His perfect justice.

Join us for this week’s message as our Youth Pastor Jordan teaches us that we serve a perfectly just God who triumphs over evil by offering a path to redemption through His son Jesus. For there truly is None Like Him.

God is Eternal

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 12 Feb 2024 21:44:31 -0800

Have you ever heard stories that happened before you were born and wondered how that was even possible? Pretty crazy to think that time existed before you could comprehend it. But God has always existed!

Because He is the Creator of time, God sees all of time. This means He sees every moment of sin and brokenness in our past with the same vivid clarity as He sees our redemption through His Son and with the same clear focus as He sees our story in the future. Talk about a mind-blowing thought!

Listen in to this week's sermon as we unpack how God's eternality sets us free from the past, brings clarity to the present, and calms our anxieties of the future. For there is truly None Like Him.

A Life of Faithfulness

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 10:41:05 -0800

What does it mean to be faithful? A life of faithfulness calls us to wait on the Lord and lean in.

Listen in as Stacey Cutshall speaks on living a life of faithfulness from Team Night.

God is Compasionate

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 01:27:47 -0800

Kindness is what our world needs more of, but without knowing the origin of true kindness you aren't able to fully express it.

Kindness begins with an understanding of God's kindness to us, which is far greater than we can imagine. Kindness is what changes people, restores dignity, and allows for relational closeness.

Listen in this week as guest preacher, Daniel Goulding, shares that to be a person of kindness we must first explore God's incredible kindness to us. There is truly none like Him.

God is Love

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 17:01:41 -0800

If God is love, as it's written in John, how are his people so bad at it sometimes? God's own church struggles to be loving to one another. So how do we grow in something so foundational to faith but so difficult to live out?

Join us for this message from our series None Like Him as Pastor Russell explores love and we learn that love is not divorced from truth, but truth comes from love. If we want to get love right, we must live it out in community, and above all we abide with love himself, Jesus. Because if we get love right it will ripple outward into our world, and change the face of humanity to glorify God alone.

God is Holy

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:13:42 -0800

The character of God is completely unique. Above all things, He is holy in everything He ever does, He is set apart from evil, and His holiness is always. And that's something that is a little hard to wrap your mind around. God’s holiness is the essence of his nature and the source of his goodness. It comforts us with his truth and justice, cleanses us from our sinfulness, and ultimately is what draws us to Jesus, the only one who can save us and reconcile us with God. Join us for the first week of our new series exploring the nature of God in None Like Him - God is Holy.

The King’s Message

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Wed, 27 Dec 2023 12:59:46 -0800

The birth of Jesus is a beacon of God’s unfailing love and faithfulness. Hope is trusting in something beyond ourselves, and we are called to follow Him to share His hope with others. Jesus is the reminder that God has not forgotten us. Through Him, we can trust that God has a plan for our lives and for the world; He is our hope.

Join us for "The King's Message - Hope in the Manger" to hear how hope in Jesus is the anchor that holds us steady in the storms of life.

The King’s Victory

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 14:34:51 -0800

All you need to do is turn on the news or scroll through social media and you'll see a world filled with tremendous suffering and pain. It's foolish to think that evil doesn't exist. But there is hope. The kingdom of heaven is different from the kingdom of this world.

Jesus came as a humble, suffering servant to conquer evil and darkness and to bring peace, hope, and love. Through Christmas, Jesus would put an end to death. Join us for "The King's Victory: Conquering Darkness" to hear how the love of Jesus truly wins.

Change The Temperature

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Wed, 13 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0800

How do we influence the people and culture around us? What if you harnessed the character and skills that God has gifted you with to bring about Gospel change that glorifies Jesus and brings joy to those around you?

In work, family, and life, we can take steps to make positive shifts and encourage the people around us. Listen to this special Team Night episode to learn four ways to Change the Temperature in situations, culture, and relationships.

The King’s Arrival

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 14:37:49 -0800

From the twinkling lights on a Christmas tree to giving gifts and gathering with our friends and families, this whole Christmas season is filled with stars that are meant to point us to the Messiah.

As disciples, we are called to follow Jesus. It’s not just about having head knowledge of a savior, it’s about following Him. It's not about just collecting information or checking a box, but taking action to have a relationship with Jesus.

Listen in as our Youth Pastor Jordan walks us through "The King's Arrival" to learn to look for stars that point to Jesus. Just as the Wise Men followed the star to find the Messiah, we too can look for stars that lead us to Him.

All Bow Down

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:03:55 -0800

In Matthew 2:1-12, we learn about The Wise Men who come to baby Jesus, seek him out and worship Him. Their hearts were filled with the desire to encounter and fully worship this God who became a man, in the form of a tiny baby to physically be with His people.

Jesus is the invisible God, made visible.

Throughout the Bible, both before and after Jesus was born, we find people encountering Jesus and falling on their faces in worship, because He is just that worthy.

As we prepare our hearts for the coming of the King this Advent season, we invite you to listen to the message “All Bow Down” for some tangible ways to seek out Jesus this Christmas. May you be filled with awe and reverence this holiday season.

Prepare Him Room

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 23:39:23 -0800

In the midst of a busy Christmas season, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of all the activities that get added to to the calendar and in the to-do list of all the things you need to accomplish. It's like Christmas becomes this big event, and we forget to pause and reflect on why a holy and perfect God would become a child in this world. The greatest tragedy of Christmas is forgetting to make room for Him. Join us for for "Prepare Him Room," as we learn how to prepare our hearts for the quiet arrival of a savior, and the true reason we're celebrating this Christmas.

Jesus is our Victory

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 21 Nov 2023 12:42:03 -0800

Imagine a life where we boldly proclaim victory over regret and shame, refusing to let our past mistakes weigh us down. How might our lives change if we truly believed that there is no more condemnation for those who believe in Christ Jesus?

Romans 8 tells us that we are more than conquerers through Jesus. Listen in to begin to comprehend the truth that He became sin so that sin could be put to death. Because fully understanding our new identity as children of God is the key to genuine victory in our lives.

Encounter Jesus in the Word

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 19:47:05 -0800

In the hustle of everyday life, where it often feels like we're navigating challenges that don't end, have you ever wished for a different story? In the twists and turns of life's struggles, imagine discovering a consistent source of hope in every book of the Bible, finding Jesus woven into the narrative. In this week's message, we walk alongside the men on the Road to Emmaus as they encounter the resurrected Jesus, who reveals the truths hidden in the Scriptures and that ultimately, He is the hero of every story. This meeting opens their eyes and sets their hearts ablaze.

Join us as we explore how all of scripture reveals hope and encouragement as we seek Jesus.

Seeking an Encounter

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 20:01:22 -0800

Have you ever experienced the weight of feeling unseen by God in the middle of struggles? Life with Jesus is not removed from the burden that gets thrown our way. And it's a common response to withdraw when things get tough—leading to feeling even more disconnected.

In Luke 19:1-10, we witness how meeting Jesus led to radical change in Zacchaeus' life. But would Zacchaeus have gone through such transformation if he hadn't made the effort to get Jesus' attention? Join us for Seeking the Overlooked as we learn to be purposeful to pursue His heart and the incredible power that leads us to repentance and salvation.

Encountering Generosity

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 18:09:21 -0700

Financial burdens weigh heavily on all of us. There isn’t anyone who has not been affected by the recession and increased inflation. So how do we respond to God’s call on us to be generous people in our current circumstances?

Listen in to learn the story of a woman who had almost nothing, but gave everything — not because God demands or needs it, but because there is Kingdom Power in our generosity. Join us to understand the joy and fulfillment that comes from partnering with Jesus on His mission.

An Encounter with Doubt

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:50:50 -0700

Doubt in the church can be difficult. People with doubt are often pushed away thinking that they lack faith or that they are a hindrance to the Gospel. But we have all experienced doubt. If we're honest, we have all wrestled with our faith.

This week, we look at the story of a man often called Doubting Thomas. What we see isn't a story of a man lacking faith but of a man coming to Jesus with his questions. Doubt wasn't Thomas' destination, but it was an important stop on his journey used to strengthen his faith. Join as we open John 20 to find that Jesus isn't intimidated by our questions, but invites us to encounter Him.

Healing in His Wings

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 16 Oct 2023 12:22:47 -0700

Do you ever feel like life is just one painful experience after another? From financial struggle to physical pain, from relational disconnect to emotional suffering. What do we do when we feel like life is in the pit?

This week in Mark 5:21-34, we dive into the story of a woman plagued by an illness that deems her unclean and ostracizes her from society. She hears about a man performing miracles and believes that even just brushing the fringe of his clothing will heal her. Jesus was surrounded by people on all sides, yet she was the one who experienced the power of transformation because of the depth of her faith. Join us for “Healing in His Wings,” where we see how reaching out in faith and what we believe about Jesus will determine how we respond in suffering.

An Encounter with Grace

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 09 Oct 2023 19:06:15 -0700

Do you ever feel like your past is too much to overcome? Saul was a persecutor of Christians who had a life-altering conversion after encountering Jesus on the road to Damascus. He emerged with an entirely transformed identity and purpose. In Acts 9:1-19 we witness how this encounter transformed him from a persecutor of the Church to a proclaimer of the Gospel, inspiring us to embrace transformation through Christ and to see how His grace redeems even our worst histories.

An Overflow of Grace

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:22:24 -0700

What does it mean to have a posture that pursues Jesus? Merely being in the room with Him is not the same as laying at His feet.

In Luke 7, we witness the authentic display of a sinful woman encountering Jesus in a room filled with Pharisees who were brewing with judgment and control. Join us for An Overflow of Grace as we are invited to witness how her beautiful display of love and tears results in radical transformation, prompting us to offer our hearts fully to Him.

Rising Hope

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 25 Sep 2023 16:26:07 -0700

What does it look like to help our friends and loved ones encounter Jesus? How can we make a way for them to have their own encounters? The truth is, the church has a massive responsibility in paving the way. We are called to cut holes in roofs so that those far from God can encounter him. Our mission is to get people to Jesus despite the obstacles or criticism that comes along the way.

In Mark 2, we see a group of friends that had such a deep faith in what Jesus could do, that they dug a hole in the roof of a building where Jesus was teaching, so they could lower their paralyzed friend down to encounter Him. Join us for the second week of Encountering Jesus to glimpse faith deep enough to move the heart of God to impact that man’s destiny in this message of Rising Hope.

All Who Thirst

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 13:54:26 -0700

We all have deep longings in life—we are all thirsting for our souls to be quenched. But here is our issue: we are looking in all the wrong places, and it’s leaving us constantly thirsting for more.

In John 4, we see Jesus have an unexpected and socially scandalous encounter with a Samaritan woman by a well. He challenges her to stop thirsting for her spiritual thirst to be quenched outside of Him. Join us for week one of Encountering Jesus, as we are beckoned to come to the well in All Who Thirst.

Rise Together

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Wed, 13 Sep 2023 15:29:06 -0700

What does a community of people who follow and love Jesus look like? How does becoming part of the church affect your life? When Jesus dwells in our hearts, He writes new stories with our lives. This week we learned that Jesus has called and equipped all of us to serve the Church, and that our gifts and skills are for His glory. Listen in to learn that God's love shapes all of our identity, and that He has great things planned for our lives.

Healing Prayers

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 12:34:00 -0700

Throughout the Bible, we read of people rushing to Jesus in anticipation that he would heal them. Just as Jesus healed the sick and restored lives in old times, he offers the same healing today. So, the big question is: do we come to Jesus with the expectation of receiving his life-altering healing?

Listen in to our final week of Daring Prayers, as we discover that we have direct access to Jesus' power. We learn through Matthew 9 that in faith we can come to our good God, and ask him for healing, pray for other's the be healed, and grow a faith that anticipates God's movement in our lives and city.

Kingdom Prayers

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 13:48:37 -0700

What would change in our city if you believed that you had access to the authority of Jesus? Would you use it to bless your neighbors? Would you pray for your schools? Would you have faith that, as you prayed, you were ushering in God's Kingdom?

John 16 tells us that whatever we ask in the name of Jesus, it will be given. Listen in to begin to comprehend the power that our prayers have as we ask in the nature and authority of Jesus. Because if we can truly live in the power of Jesus, we will start to see His Kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven.

Connecting Prayers

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 15:46:37 -0700

Is your relationship with God more like calling a distant relative in a time of need rather than a friend you're walking out life with? Is your prayer life just throwing random requests into the atmosphere or sitting down and having coffee with a close friend that knows you through and through?

You were made for connection with God. You were made for a close relationship with Jesus. Prayer is simply connecting with Jesus—telling Him about life, sharing your worries and frustrations, and asking Him to provide and care for you. This week, we learn through Luke 11 that God is seeking to connect with us through prayer. Listen in to learn how your persistence in prayer leads to a passion to spend time with your Creator.

Daring Prayers

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 08 Aug 2023 09:48:47 -0700

You were made for connection. You were made for relationship. You prove it over and over by seeking comfort and control in areas of your life. But what if you knew that the deep longing that you are truly seeking could be satisfied? What if you didn't have to rely on creating your own comfort or being in control of every moment to feel security?

In James 5 we're given the call to seek connection with the Creator. If we come to Jesus in our desperation and seek His presence, we can be the church that He desires—one focused on His mission, spreading His Gospel, and bringing life transformation to His city. Listen in as Pastor Jason guides us through a life of praying daring prayers to God who is waiting for us to seek Him.

Hope in Waiting and Suffering

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 22:18:10 -0700

This week we look at two topics that are some of the hardest for us to work through—waiting and suffering. These two things are difficult. They make us feel pain, they slow down our plans, and they way heavily on us when we are in the midst of them.

In James 5, James outlines how to endure these two seasons of life in a way that allows God to work and bears fruit in our lives, bringing us joy. How do we hold grief and hope in the same heart? How do we live knowing that Christ is victorious in the end, but we are living in the "not yet" of His victory? Listen in for a depth of hope that can only be found in the presence of Jesus.

Don’t Waste Your Plans

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 12:57:31 -0700

Does your life feel chaotic? You don't know where you're going, what you'll do next, where you'll live, who you'll marry, and on and on. As humans we are prone to chase after control—trying to create and currate a perfect life, all revolving around our plans and ideas. But what happens when things don't go as we planned?

This week we look at wisdom from the Book of James, where he outlines how to live a life where our plans are centered on God's will, because ordering life without God disorders all of our life. If you are seeking a life that is blessed by God, trusting in His plans, and obedient to His will, then listen in.

Don’t Waste Your Life in Conflict

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 22:20:14 -0700

Conflict is inevitable. It’s all around us. But the hardest part is acknowledging that brokenness starts within us. What is the solution to the pain, heartache, and conflict we experience?

To conquer conflict we can’t simply try harder, we must lean into the true solution found only in Jesus. Listen in as Pastor Jason teaches through James 4 to show us how the early church experienced the same hardships and difficulty we have today, and how we can find hope when we humble ourselves into the unending grace of God.

Jesus is Better

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 22:12:27 -0700

You have a longing deep in your heart. Its that spot that you try to fill with all sorts of pleasures, things, and relationships. But it’s never fully satisfied.

God made you that way. He made you to have a desire for something that only He can satisfy. Jesus is better than anything we pursue on this earth. He is the beginning and end of all we long for. Listen in to learn how Jesus wants to reveal himself to you, and how a life lived in His presence is what your heart truly longs for.

The Power of Life Transforming Words

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 10 Jul 2023 11:45:34 -0700

Your words carry immense power. They can be hurtful, break people down, and injure someone to the core. Conversely, words can encourage, build someone up, and be positively life transforming.

In James 3, we are given both the encouragement to use our words wisely and the warning to be cautious with our words. But how can you tame your tongue to be used for good, not bad? Listen in as Pastor Jason teaches that only by living in the power of Jesus can we have power over our words and live a life that glorifies and honors God.

A Life of True Faith

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 08:44:04 -0700

Does your life reflect what you say you believe? Do you have a faith that goes beyond your mind and yields work that others around you experience and know?

In James 2, James lays out a life of faith without works, as being dead— void of the joy and abundance that a life with a faith lived out in deeds experiences. This week, guest preacher, Daniel Goulding, teaches the difference between cultural Christianity and faith that changes you from the inside out. Listen in to see how Jesus is the perfect example of faith fully expressed for other’s joy, our good, and God’s glory.

The Six Stages of Manhood

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 19 Jun 2023 21:18:31 -0700

Fatherhood and masculinity are being redefined in our culture. But what does God tell us about biblical manhood?

Listen in as we walk through Scripture to see the stages of manhood, from boyhood all the way through retirement to see how God has made men with a specific purpose and plan. If you are a man looking for wisdom for how to live a Godly life, raise a family, and love your people then listen in for practical wisdom that leads you to the heart of the Father.

A Gospel Transformed Life

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 14:16:24 -0700

Today we continued in our series on James, and talked about how Jesus brings A Gospel Transformed Life.

The call from James is a challenge to look within. God is not aligned with the evil of our world, and more often than not we contribute to the sin and darkness around us. The problem of evil is within us, not just ‘other’ groups.

But the call of God is to life. Every good is from God and everything from God is good. But we have work to do on our end as well. James calls us to build a Gospel Presence within us, particularly by being Quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger.

As God forms us, as we learn to live a transformed life, God intends to bring us good things!

An Unwasted Life

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 14:26:19 -0700

Do trials and pain hold you back from believing there is a Good God? Does living a life of purpose and significance seem outside of your grasp? You're not alone.

In the book of James, we read about a man that encounters Jesus and experiences life transformation that results in a shift in his identity. This week, Pastor Jason teaches through James 1 to see how trials produce in us something far greater than we could ever imagine. Listen in for hope that sees beyond the pain to a joy that God wants you to experience by clinging to Him alone.

Next Gen Sunday

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 29 May 2023 11:25:23 -0700

Do you want to see your church and community revived and transformed by the Gospel? Are you investing in someone that will carry the mission of the church beyond your years?

1 Timothy 4 gives a call to raise up the next generation of believers to spread the Gospel. Listen in as our youth pastor, Jordan, teaches how to lead, equip, and learn from our youth and children because they aren’t just the future of the church, they are the church right now.

We Love God’s Future

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 22 May 2023 14:15:32 -0700

Do you have a bucket list—a list of things to experience before you die? Are you living like there isn't anything after life? Do you wonder if there really is a heaven?

Randy Alcorn, the foremost scholar of the theology of eschatology, joined us to teach us a right theology of heaven. Listen in to understand what heaven is, how God is reversing the brokenness we experience, and that God longs for us to experience happiness now and in our future life.

Raising Up The Next Generation

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 14 May 2023 20:05:28 -0700

How do you change the culture and values of your community? How can you make a generational impact that will last? Do you want children that will choose to follow Jesus even after they're out of your home?

Raising up the next generation of children is one of our primary values, and carries massive importance in seeing our city saturated with the Gospel. Listen in to a message through Proverbs that will inspire you to invest outside of your circumstances and pour into the next generation.

We Love God’s Creation

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 08 May 2023 22:13:41 -0700

God's creation—the cosmos, the land and sea, creatures and humans. It was all created and formed by God on purpose for a purpose. It sounds simple, but most of us have lingering questions. When was the world made? Why did God make me this way? What is my purpose here on earth?

This week we tackle the theology of Anthropology by starting at the very beginning, in Genesis 1, to look at the creation and formation of the world, our humanity, and God's clear call on us as image bearers. Listen in to gain clarity about the big questions of creation.

We Love God’s Mission

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 01 May 2023 14:19:19 -0700

Why does the church exist? Is faith alone enough?

If your faith feels outdated, joyless, and stagnant then this message is for you.

Jesus came to seek, serve, and save the lost. When he came he lived as the ultimate example of living out the Gospel, the Good News. He came with a mission, and the mission has a church.

Listen in to learn why Jesus sent the church, and how we are to live out of the Gospel in three ways - demonstration, declaration, and participation—all for His glory, your joy, and others' good.

We Love God’s People

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 08:49:10 -0700

Do you wonder what differentiates the Christian church? What are the marks, qualifications, and characteristics of a Gospel-centric Christian community? What is the church's mission, and how does it influence the church?

The church is God's chosen instrument to bring the hope of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection to the world.

This week we look at Ecclesiology—the study of the church. We opened the Scripture to see how God has designed the church to reach the lost, equip the saints, and represent His Kingdom. Listen in to learn about the church's mission, leadership, and marks that define who we are and how we are called to operate to make disciples.

We Love the Gospel

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 12:08:57 -0700

There are deep mysteries of God and the Christian faith that are amazing to think through and study, but the basics of the Gospel are all you need to receive salvation. The Gospel can best be understood in four simple movements: Creation, Fall, Redemption, and Restoration.

Listen in to grasp an understanding of what you are created for, how our relationship with God has been broken, why Jesus had to die, and the truth of God’s desire to restore our identity in Him. The Gospel isn’t something we move beyond—it's something we go deeper into. It's not elementary—it's foundational. Join us to learn why we love the Gospel.

Eternity is Written on our Hearts

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 10 Apr 2023 13:32:11 -0700

The validity of Christianity is built on an event. A historical moment, where a multitude of witnesses experienced God in the flesh, be crucified, buried, and then resurrected. The people closest to Jesus were radically transformed by the reality of the resurrection and the empty tomb. 2,000 years later the question for you is, do you believe?

The power and transformation of the resurrection isn't just for the first-century disciples, it's for you today. To live in the power of the Holy Spirit is to live with purpose in your life that is beyond your old ways. If you are looking for a new life marked by hope regardless of your circumstances listen in to find out how Jesus' resurrection is making all things new.

We Love God’s Word

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 03 Apr 2023 09:16:47 -0700

Why do Christians prescribe to a book as their guide? Is the Bible even accurate or trustworthy? Is it possible for God to speak through words on a page? What do we do with parts of Scripture that are hard to understand? Why are so many issues where the Bible does not tell us what to do?

This week we learn from Dr. Gerry Breshears about What We Believe about the Bible. Listen in to rekindle a love for the Word of God or to go deeper in your understanding of how God speaks through His Word.

We Love God the Holy Spirit

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:00:06 -0700

Who is the Holy Spirit? Is it simply our emotions or intellect? Is it the presence of God on earth? Who do God and Jesus say the Holy Spirit is?

From the very beginning of Scripture, the Holy Spirit makes himself known. The New Testament church experienced and lived out of the Holy Spirit’s movement in their lives. This week we learn who the Holy Spirit is, how to respond to His presence, and how your life will be transformed because of the gift of the Holy Spirit. You are part of the story, listen in to learn more.

We Love God the Son

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 13:28:44 -0700

Who is Jesus? What does history say about Jesus? Was Jesus actually fully human? Is it possible he was also fully God? Who does Jesus say he, himself, is? Why does this matter and how do we respond?

The answers to all of these questions are tackled in this week’s message on Christology, the study of Jesus. Listen in to dwell in the wonder of Jesus, fully man and fully divine, sent to die on a cross, so that our sins could be forgiven and we could have a life of abundance, in relationship with the Savior of the world.

We Love God the Father

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:19:03 -0700

This week we launch a series called The Ologies, looking at who God is, His nature, creation, and mission. Who is God? How can Christians have one God called the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit?

Join us as we look at Theology Proper— the study of God the Father. Listen in to understand God’s enormity, His steadfast love, and His eternality that gives us the comfort to worship a God that exists outside of our comprehension of time.

Live the Law of Christ

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 06 Mar 2023 20:17:39 -0800

At the conclusion of Galatians 6, Paul gives us instructions for how to build a culture that fulfills the law of Christ by restoring community, bearing one another's burdens, and pressing on in good.

Listen in as Pastor Jason teaches through scripture how to keep pursuing good even when it's hard, how to walk in the truth and love, and how to pursue Kingdom Fruit rather than man's approval by Living the Law of Christ.

Walk In The Spirit

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 10:47:24 -0800

Do you feel enslaved to the things you wish you didn't do? Do your deepest desires for good conflict with your strongest desires for self-satisfaction? Do you feel like you're on your way to rock bottom, and don't know how to change your direction?

In Galatians 5, Paul answers some of the most challenging questions that face us today. How do you live a life of freedom? How do you pursue love in hard things? Paul commands us to crucify our fleshly life that leads to destruction and to walk in the Spirit that leads to life. Listen in, as Pastor Russell shows what the fruit of the Spirit is and how to walk in the Spirit by simply being with God.

Freed from the Law to Love Like Christ

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 12:47:47 -0800

Do you consider yourself a person of faith? Do you see faith working in your life? Is faith alone enough?

In Galatians 5, Paul contrasts a life lived by the law versus a life lived in this salvation of Jesus. He tells us that faith alone is worthless, but we cannot live by the law either. If we seek acceptance in our works (the law) we are rejecting the work of Christ. But, because of the good news of Jesus, we are no longer under the law for salvation, but now we are under the law of grace and love.

So how are we called to live because of this? Paul calls us to have freedom in Christ. Listen in to learn how your faith working through love is everything.

From Slaves to Sons

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 06 Feb 2023 14:12:13 -0800

Do you feel tired of the pull from your old way of living? Do you find yourself running back to sin and the slavery you lived in instead of living in the freedom of a new life in Christ?

This week, in Galatians 4, Paul explains how through the Gospel we are no longer enslaved by our old life, but we are set free and adopted into sonship. Join us as we see how we've been set free from slavery to both sin & the law and learn all the implications that come with our adoption as heirs to eternity!

Why Some Teams Thrive, But Most Teams Don’t

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:55:43 -0800

Why do some teams thrive, and other teams don't? How do you create a healthy team culture? What are the attributes of a quality leader?

Listen to this special Team Night message to explore the biblical principles that apply to your work, home, and ministry that lead toward thriving adaptable teams, and how to avoid habits and culture that lead down the wrong path.

New Family + New Identity = New Security

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 16:33:36 -0800

What would change in your life if you were fully secure in Christ? Too often, we try to gain our identity in the wrong things: our success, our possessions, or what others think of us.

This week, as we explored Galatians 3, we looked at how Paul intentionally built the foundation of the church upon the Gospel of Jesus: rooting our corporate identity as people of His Grace, not our works. When our identity is tied to His Gospel and belonging to His family—we are given a security that cannot be shaken.

What’s True of Him, Is True of You

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 23 Jan 2023 15:32:40 -0800

As Paul continues to center the Galatians around the Gospel, he draws a stark contrast between being declared righteous because of Jesus and trying to become righteous by following the law. It’s the doctrine of justification vs the danger of self-righteousness. And if we’re not careful, we can confuse the two in our own lives as well.

You are not justified through your right thinking, behavior, or tribe, but only by the work of Jesus on the cross. Through Jesus, God sees you as a son, not a sinner. Join us as we look at the theology of Justification, and how our self-righteousness is in direct opposition to God. Listen in to learn how to restore that relationship, and live in the freedom of Christ.

God’s Gospel Not Man’s Gospel

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 11:44:21 -0800

We all have things in our past that we regret, that hurt others, and that ruined relationships. But what if God used all the brokenness of our past to write a story filled with grace and redemption? This is the story of the Apostle Paul. Paul was known for his hate and persecution of Christians, but then he encountered Jesus and was radically transformed. The hurt and pain he caused were flipped and used for God’s glory.

The same can be true in you if you allow the Gospel to penetrate your heart and mind. But be on guard, the Gospel is trying to be hijacked by dogmatism, preferences, and differences. We must never move past the finished work of Jesus on the cross. Listen in to learn how to guard our church against division, unify over the essentials, and be strengthened through our differences.

No Other Gospel

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 09 Jan 2023 11:45:23 -0800

Do you find yourself confused by reading the words of Jesus and his amazing grace and love, and then look at church and see something that doesn’t speak to the nature of the Gospel? Does the church sometimes look more like the world than Jesus?

The church in Galatia was divided over church traditions, interpretations, and tribalism. If we’re not careful we can find ourselves prey to the same distractions and adding to the Gospel. Listen in as Jason walks us through Galatians 1 to see the truth of the word: Jesus + nothing = everything.

The Presence of Peace

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 02 Jan 2023 12:22:54 -0800

What kind of expectations do you have for the new year? Does it spark excitement or anxiety? Do you linger on the worries of your future and that of our world? 2023 could be anything.

Regardless of the chaos, conflict, and confusion around you can choose to dwell daily in the peace of Jesus. Join us as we look at Luke 2 at the expectations of the world Jesus entered into, and how to find peace in the presence of Jesus and bring it into the lives of those around you.

Servant King

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 11:32:35 -0800

Why is it that over 2000 years ago a baby came to earth as the Messiah of the world, but the people who were most anticipating him missed his arrival? How is it that all the prophecies and foretelling of his coming would be fulfilled, but the people would reject the signs of his coming? Are we still missing seeing the Savior in our lives as we also live a world marked by the curse, consumed in our own self-focus?

Jesus came as a weak, fragile baby to a world filled with political and cultural complexities and struggles. He came to bring His kingdom and peace— to rule and reign, but He didn’t come as the people expected. Listen in this week as Pastor Jason walks us through Luke 2 and guides us to not miss today what they missed then, that Jesus has arrived and is worthy of all praise and adoration.

Your Access Ensured

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 12:45:35 -0800

To many people, God is a far-off being, a distant creator, a divine holy presence. But God, even in his immense holiness, desires a close relationship with you. How can a relationship with such an enormity be grasped?

Drawing near to the Creator of the world requires us to look at the love and sacrifice of Jesus. Without Him, we live in separation from God, but through His sacrifice we are welcomed into God's holiness, to draw near in confidence, and to have unwavering hope in the Savior of the World. Join us as we read through Hebrews 10 to understand that your access to God is ensured.

From Grief to Gladness

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:29:53 -0800

The curse has left our world broken and, as a result, the loss of things we love is always around us.

Maybe it was the death of a family member, or you are dealing with a broken relationship. It could be the loss of a community or changing family dynamics. In any case, we grieve the life we once had before everything changed.

This week Pastor Jason shows us that Jesus comes near to enter our pain and grief and by doing so, He gives us a glimpse of His kingdom. As His people, we don’t have to grieve as those without hope.

Free to Live

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 13:09:25 -0800

Do you desire a life of fullness, joy, and abundance, but instead find yourself drifting to a life of sin?

Why is it that, in our mind, we desire to do the right things, but we end up falling into the same sins over and over?

In Romans, Paul lays out a life lived in the tension between doing what is right and being pulled toward what is wrong. Scott Bean talks to us about how God has given us laws that lead to redemption, but this life without condemnation can only be found in Jesus and his sacrifice for us on the cross.

The Curse is Broken

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 22 Nov 2022 09:13:42 -0800

We are all living under the curse and every aspect of our lives is feeling the effect of man’s fall from the Garden of Eden — relationships, work, family, creation itself, and even our direct relationship with God. If everything is infected and polluted with pain and hardship, has the enemy won?

Listen in as Pastor Jason teaches through Galatians 3 to show us how this knowledge of the curse actually points us back to Jesus and His love for us. Learn how the curse has been broken, and the kingdom of God is already, and also not yet. Join us to learn how to live in light of this tension.

A United People

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 12:30:15 -0800

Last Sunday, we learned about community killers that we need to watch out for. But aside from just knowing what to watch out for, how do we actually combat those relationship plagues that he laid out?

Thankfully, God’s Word always gives us the answer. Listen in to this week’s sermon where Pastor Jason walks us through what Paul wrote to a fracturing church in Colossians 3:11-16, as we are called to raid the closet of Christ and clothe ourselves in His characteristics.

Join us to learn how to build a unified community, and learn how to PUT ON compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, patience, and above all these is love, which binds together the rest in perfect harmony.

Community Killers

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 07 Nov 2022 12:19:04 -0800

Have you ever been in a relationship or community that just felt off, or maybe even ended up completely broken, but you couldn’t put your finger on what went wrong?

This week, Zach talked to us about the community killers that Peter laid out in 1 Peter 2. Malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander. But… those are such bad-sounding words and we are pretty good people, so that couldn’t be applicable to us, right? When we pull back the curtain and look at the actual definitions, we realize they constantly surround us. And, if we don’t actively guard against them, they will make their way into our circles.

Luckily, Peter didn’t stop with the killers of community, he turns us back to the fulfillment in Jesus. Join us as we learn about how leaning into the identity that God is calling us to can provide all of the protection we need.

Build Life-Changing Community

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:40:21 -0700

Friendship and community are one of the greatest longings of the human heart. We dismiss it saying we are introverts, loners, or enjoy solitude. We build up walls because of shame and pain in our past. We are afraid of deep relationships, and pride holds us back from engaging with others. And let's be real, deep relationships are hard and have conflict. So how do we actually build a life-changing community that is founded on a love that supports one another, calls each other to more, and is ready to weather the hard moments?

This week, Pastor Jason walks us through Hebrews 10 to look at how to live in light of what Jesus has done for us. Join us to see how your character is formed in community, how to sustain commitment, and how to stand beside someone to truly build life-changing community.

How Community Forms us

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 25 Oct 2022 16:36:17 -0700

You are being formed. Whether you know it or not your community and the culture around you are forming you and setting a path for your life. Often we settle for insight and knowledge, but God is calling you to be radically transformed deep within your soul through steps of obedience.

This week, Pastor Russell walks us through a theology of community formation and the path of revival in our culture. We open Ephesians 4 to see that Christ calls us to be transformed into the image of Jesus through relationships with others in community. Listen in to catch a vision of the redemptive potential that is in you.

Build Your Circles

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 10:46:25 -0700

How do you find people that actually get you? How do you create friendships that last the test of time, and can stand against challenging moments? Jesus lived a life filled with friendships of all kinds — from closeness with just a few, to a group that he poured into and that cared for each other. He gives us the example of a life full of relationships but finding those can be hard.

Listen in this week as Pastor Jason walks us through the Scriptures to look at how to create friendships, what to look for in people, and how to be a great friend. Let's explore how Jesus lived in relationship with others because discipleship and growth happen in friendship circles.

We Are Garden People

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:55:33 -0700

We are in a friendship recession. Between the pandemic and the false reality of closeness we pursue through social media, we're left with emptiness and loneliness — something God never intended. What if you could replace those feelings and fill the community-shaped hole in your soul with genuine friendships? What if you could truly find your people?

This week, Pastor Jason leads us through Genesis 1-3, looking at how God created us in His image and for community and closeness with others, and how Jesus came to restore our brokenness. Listen in to week 01 of Find Your People.

The Devil

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 00:06:25 -0700

We treat the Devil more like a cartoon character than a threat to us. We have a distorted understanding of who he is, how he works, and how we give him a handhold in our lives. But the Scripture teaches us he is a real enemy on the prowl planting deceptive ideas, that play to our disordered desires—always telling us that God is holding out on us.

In John 8, Jesus breaks down the lies of the enemy, and tells us the depth of the deception we are facing. Listen in as Pastor Jason walks us through how to identify the threat and stand in the truth of God’s Word.

The Flesh

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:06:35 -0700

Do you know that feeling of wanting what isn't good? Do you feel the pull and temptation of desiring things around you? Do you find yourself battling your mind and heart over your actions and behavior?

We are at war with our own flesh — the corrupt inner nature that serves to please ourselves rather than God. We can't escape those desires, but we can address them by arming ourselves with the Word, the Spirit, and prayer. Listen in as Scott Bean walks us through Galatians 5 and teaches us how to practically combat the flesh and drive out complacency so that we can live according to God's plan bearing the fruit of the Spirit.

The World

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 14:05:11 -0700

Have you ever watched the news and felt overwhelmed by the sadness? How do we simultaneously see an ever-increasing advance in technology and science yet darker things keep happening?

The Bible teaches that human beings live in the midst of what it calls “Babylon” or “the World”. This is a categorical “enemy” that wars daily against our souls. So here’s the question: Where can we find hope? Can we thrive in Babylon? Listen in to this teaching from Genesis to Revelation, and find that in Jesus there is hope for people exhausted by the World.

Seven Lessons in Seven Years at Rise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:18:56 -0700

Do you ask yourself, "Where can I play a part in the local church? Is there really a need for me? How do I grow in my discipleship and become a contributor to the church?"

Listen in to this special Team Night edition where we share one big announcement and Nolan Tjaden shares seven lessons he's learned in serving at Rise for the last seven years, and how ministry can be boiled down to one simple statement.

World Flesh Devil

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:33:15 -0700

We are at war. But who are we up against? It's not a war against people or culture—it's a war against the three enemies of the soul. This is a battle that is around us, within us, and constantly tempting us to draw our focus from the life Christ died for us to have. In Ephesians 2, we learn that in order to walk faithfully after the Lord we need to embrace the power of grace, and understand the importance of our Gospel mission. To do that we need to identify our enemies for who they truly are— the World, the Flesh, and the Devil.

Jesus is Unstoppable

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:09:35 -0700

One of the main reasons people reject Christianity is because they say “Christians aren’t different”.

In this teaching, our argument is that Christianity is the thing that changes you.

Through the Gospel, God grabs your heart with irresistible grace and sets even the farthest of sinners on the trajectory of becoming like Christ! What about you? Are you different? Join us as we walk through Romans 8:28-30 to explore how God changes us.

The Cycle of the Christian Life

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 21:23:32 -0700

Does your life feel like a cycle of pressure and difficulty? We are all either working through a problem, going through hardship or suffering, or walking through a season of pain. And if you're not, then you're about to. But why is that? Why is that we find ourselves in a place of pain and feeling limitations?

Justin Anderson opens the Scripture this week to the book of Jonah to look at a man, a place, and a people that reflect the image of the Christian walk — one that is a constant cycle of need, confession, and grace. We learn how to respond in our moments of hardship and ultimately find our trust and security in God and His plan for our lives. Listen in to be encouraged and grow in your understanding of the Christian walk.

Find Hope in Your Battle with Anxiety & Depression

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 10:44:57 -0700

Do you ever feel fear well up in you and go out of control? Or maybe it's a deep sorrow that seems to plague you - you just can't shake it. You are not alone! We have story after story of biblical heroes walking through seasons of anxiety and depression, it's not uncommon.

So, how did they move past it? How are we called to walk through these emotions and deep realities, and find hope in the battle with anxiety and depression? What does it look like to take care of our bodies and renew our minds the way God asks us to? Listen in to hear the story of Elijah walking through the lowest of lows, and learn how to rewire your mind and focus on the truth that God is not done with you.

Healing From the Pain of Our Past

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 08 Aug 2022 16:03:08 -0700

Have you ever been hurt by someone, and don't know how to heal from it? Are your own sin and struggles keeping you in a pattern of unhealth? Do you want to break the cycle of pain that has riddled your family and have a different legacy than the generations before you?

Whether your own sin, sin done to you or around you — your past has shaped your present, but it doesn't have to determine your future. This week, we read from the book of Genesis about a family marked by generations of deceit, rivalry, and deep-rooted pain. Listen in to learn how you could change your life through breaking the cycle of sin and pain, by allowing Jesus to bring healing through his work on the cross.

You are Made New

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 01 Aug 2022 14:45:34 -0700

Followers of Jesus look, act, think, speak, and live differently. Why is that? What changes in a person when they choose to follow Jesus with their lives? How do we live in the reality of being a new creation, and not stuck in our old ways?

This week, we look at the life transformation of Paul, a man that had a radical encounter with Jesus, and had his life flip upside down. Listen in to learn what it looks like to live a life compelled by the love of Christ over the approval of culture, and how wholeness and healing are uniquely found in Jesus alone.

Gospel Goodbyes

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 23:07:43 -0700

How do you work through grief when you feel the loss of friendship? What does it look like to send someone into the next season of life with grace and generosity? How can a church say goodbye to Gospel partners — those who you've served and led alongside?

This week's message looks at Paul's parting words in Acts 20 to the church in Ephesus. His example shows us that both deep sorrow and joy can coexist, because when we are moving forward as a body of believers the Kingdom's gain is always our greatest joy, even in the midst of grief. Listen in to learn how to say Gospel Goodbyes.

A Case for Closeness

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 11:56:43 -0700

We live in the most hyper-connected generation in history, but a generation more isolated than ever. We crave a deep nearness that can only be satisfied by the counterintuitive practice of getting alone with God.

Do you struggle to take time with God? Seeking God out will be as natural as breathing once you catch onto the wonder of His presence. In Exodus 33 Moses displays the pure beauty of God’s presence. Listen to this message to learn more.

Solitude

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 12:23:58 -0700

This week, Jason worked through an incredible teaching from Mark 1 about intentional solitude. Soli-whaaat?!

Jesus often went into the desert to get alone before the Father. Solitude is a missing ancient practice from most of our lives, but one we find molded by Jesus and vital to our distracted souls today.

What is the value of the spiritual discipline of solitude? What’s the difference between solitude and isolation?

All this in more is what we explored on Sunday! Check out this episode to learn and grow deeper in discipleship to Jesus.

Compassion for the City

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 05 Jul 2022 12:04:13 -0700

You see Churches in almost every city across America. But what impact should the church have in a city? How should they see the brokenness and needs of their community? What's the impact a church should have on the citizens?

Jesus gathered crowds everywhere he went, and when he did he was moved with deep compassion. He was teaching his disciples to bring the Kingdom forth. What do we, 2,000 years later learn from these miracles? Listen in as Pastor Jason teaches from Matthew 14 to a crowd of people in a city park and shares the call of the church — to love, serve, and meet the needs of our community.

The Way of Self-Denial

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 14:42:59 -0700

Have you ever made huge sacrifices to get something? What would make you give up everything, surrender your own will, and make tremendous sacrifices daily? What we find in the pages of Scripture is that Jesus is worthy of losing everything. Discipleship to Jesus always comes with the cost of daily surrender. But what we gain in the process is infinitely better than what we give up. Listen to this message as we walk through a theology of self-denial.

Biblical Fasting

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:47:19 -0700

Do you ever go to make a decision and aren't sure that you're doing the right thing? Do you want to be more reliant on God and less hungry for worldly things? Have you ever considered fasting for spiritual reasons, but don't know where to start? All through Scripture you see God lead and desire our growth toward Him through fasting and prayer. But do you understand why, how, and when to do it?

God is seeking you. If you take time to purpose yourself through fasting you will find that you are more deeply connected to Him and relying on Him for something that sustains you far better than food — a rich relationship with God, the Creator. Listen in this week as Scott leads through Matthew 4, the story of Jesus fasting for 40 days and nights as he is lead into the wilderness before being tempted, and see how God is leading to full reliance on Him.

Living at a Purposeful Pace

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 14 Jun 2022 12:10:40 -0700

Opportunity isn't something we are lacking these days. Everywhere you turn there is something or someone pitching the latest idea, trying to get on your schedule, and vying to put their priority at the top of your list. God called us to live life abundantly, but how do you live life with abundance without getting caught up in the hurry? How did Jesus model living life to the fullest — a life that included plenty of time in quiet, solitude, prayer, and margin.

This week, Pastor Jason unpacks Luke 4 on how to identify your most impactful priorities, and live a life that you can look back on without regrets— a life lived at a purposeful pace. Listen in for practical truths to prioritize your life based on the life of Christ.

10 Things to Remember if You Want to be Used by God

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Thu, 09 Jun 2022 13:55:16 -0700

Most of us want to be used by God, but have we actually positioned ourselves to be usable? In this Team Night message, special guest, Phil Comer, walks our church through 10 things to remember if we want to be used by God. Listen in, and have your heart and passion for ministry stoked as Phil walks our team through a unique night of equipping, growth, and pressing into the mission of the church.

Sabbath as a Rhythm of Rest

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 14:15:34 -0700

In a technology-driven world that runs on non-stop work, the Scriptures offer an ancient and counter-cultural idea: Sabbath rest. Sabbath is the Hebrew word meaning “to stop” and carries the connotation of delighting in the finished work.

For people in a world of overwork and exhaustion, the Scriptures invite us into a weekly rhythm of rest. The deep longing of our hearts is to experience true and perfect peace—a peace that's found in Jesus alone, and one we live out on purpose through Sabbath. Listen to this message to learn more.

Living the Way of Jesus

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 30 May 2022 14:51:20 -0700

Does life feel like running a marathon? You're running and running, but never stop to rest? Is your soul tired and weak from never getting the nourishment from pausing, reflecting, and breathing?

Jesus walked the perfect life. He ran hard after people that needed healing, redemption, and a peace that only He offered. But after He ministered, He rested, but not like we understand rest. Join in this week as Pastor Jason talks us through the Gospels to show us the rhythm of Jesus' life and ministry, and the one thing He always made time for.

The Toxic Way of a Hurried Life

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 23 May 2022 10:49:55 -0700

How often do you feel busy, overworked, or overwhelmed? Is your life marked more by stillness, focus, and peace, or rush, exhaustion, and distraction? We live in an age of hurry-sickness; a world where interruption, workaholism, and irritation are the norm. But what if there were another way?

To those feeling burned out and anxious Jesus offers the gentle rhythms of grace. Jesus calls us to what he calls His “easy yoke”. In this message, Pastor Jason invites us into the slow walk of discipleship to Jesus. Listen in to learn more.

Let the Lion Out

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 16 May 2022 22:31:00 -0700

Many people think of Bible reading as a task. In reality, it’s anything but that! Scripture offers something nothing else in the world provides.

You are designed with a profound longing that nothing can truly satisfy apart from God in Christ. The Bible is the singular location that fully, accurately, and exclusively exposes Jesus. What can satisfy the deep longings of the human heart? Where does real change come from? The power of Scripture alone.

In this message, Pastor Nolan walks through one of the most exalted texts on Jesus in all of Scripture and explains these ideas.

Examine The Word Thoroughly

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 09 May 2022 14:45:33 -0700

Are you trying to get to know God better, but don't know how? Have you wondered how to grow closer to God through Scripture? How do you learn through Scripture if you don't understand it? No matter where you are in your spiritual walk there are steps you can take to help you comprehend the Word and get to know God more deeply.

This week, Scott teaches us how to examine the Word thoroughly, not just for the sake of knowledge, but because the God of all Creation is ready to meet us there if we will simply take the time and spend it with Him.

Love Jesus Deeply Through His Word

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 02 May 2022 16:43:20 -0700

Everyone longs for deep inward formation, but what is God’s means for shaping us? God’s Word is the most powerful tool for our discipleship and nearness to Jesus. However many people feel at loss for how to read the Bible.

In this teaching, Pastor Jason not only casts an inspiring “why” for reading the Bible, but equips us with highly practical tools for HOW to read the Bible.

Covered in the Dust of Your Rabbi

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 14:48:42 -0700

From the self-help section to life coaches, from salons to gyms, from education to the corporate ladder: we are seeking to make ourselves capable, beautiful, healthy, competent, complete. But where does this longing come from?

Deep down, God has designed us with a yearning for a process of deeper spiritual maturity that only discipleship to Jesus will satisfy. Following Jesus means embarking on a journey of spiritual formation that will change you from the inside out. Listen in as Pastor Jason walks us through the meaning of discipleship.

Why the Resurrection Matters

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 18 Apr 2022 13:45:41 -0700

Each year billions of people gather to celebrate Easter, the day that the tomb was found empty over 2000 years ago. But why? Resurrection Sunday is the day that all of the Christian faith boils down to. It's the culmination of every scripture, the hope in the face of death, it brings deeper meaning to life, and provides proof that Jesus is King — alive and well, reigning on His throne.

Listen in as Pastor Jason walks us through John 20 to address skepticism, doubt, and the hope that your heart is searching for, and can only be found in the Resurrected Jesus.

From the Overflow

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 06:00:00 -0700

There’s nothing more compelling than an authentic life! We’ve talked about winning this city to Jesus, but how can we do so if we don’t personally follow Him?

Hypocrisy repels, but authenticity draws us in. So what does it look like, as a Christian, to be the real thing? In Philippians 3:17-4:1, we find what it means to be a sincere follower that draws people to Jesus by example. Listen in as Pastor Nolan walks through the text.

Build Purposeful Relationships with Non-Christians

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:26:52 -0700

What the Israelites experienced in Babylon thousands of years ago isn't so much unlike how Christians feel in the western world today. The foundational beliefs, the traditions, and the influence of the Church meant nothing to the place they now lived in. The dominant culture didn't share the values and beliefs of the people who followed God, but how God asked them to live in that culture is likely very different than you'd imagine.

God told the Israelites to plant deep roots, be invested in the community, and build families right where they were. This is just as true for us today as it was then. Listen in as Pastor Jason teaches through Jeremiah 29 to hear how God is calling us to bless the people around us and build purposeful relationships with non-Christians, because God's plan for building His kingdom is bigger than we can understand.

Four Culture Shifts We Must Understand to Reach Our Neighbors

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 12:22:02 -0700

Christians are called to be missionaries to their cities. That means reaching neighbors, family, and coworkers with the good news of the Gospel.

But, it's one thing to talk about being on mission, it's another thing to THINK like a missionary. Do you look at your city through the lens of the Gospel? Are you equipped for missionary work here?

In this message, Pastor Jason teaches more academically as to how to think like a missionary from Acts 17. This is a key passage exploring how Paul engaged a lost and pagan culture. Our context isn't that different. Listen to this message to learn more.

Anticipation & Expectation

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 11:42:11 -0700

What have you stopped praying for?

Some of us quit believing God could make a difference years ago. But in the Scriptures, we find a church that prays with power despite trials and opposition. How do we pray with power? And how do we keep praying when things don’t go as planned?

In Acts 4:18-31, we explore what it looks like to pray with expectation. This is a passage that has the potential to re-ignite your prayer life by learning how to pray more biblically.

Seeing Life Through the Eyes of a Missionary

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 16:25:37 -0700

Do you find yourself hearing the word missionary and thinking about faraway lands? What if God's means for advancing His mission is through you? What if you saw your city as the ends of the earth — the very mission field God is calling you to?

This week we learn that every circumstance is an opportunity for relationship and every relationship and opportunity for the Gospel. Join us as Pastor Jason leads us through Acts 16 to reorient our minds around four ways the Gospel needs to be lived out in our city, and how to see our lives through the eyes of a missionary.

Win This City

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 11:59:50 -0800

After Jesus’ death and resurrection, the Kingdom of God has been advancing from that time in Jerusalem to our city today. Last Sunday marked 8 years of our church rising to join in that mission.

Rise exists to rise up and saturate our city with the Gospel. God is on a mission and you are a part of it. But what does it look like for us? In this message on our 8 year anniversary as a church, Pastor Jason explores 1 Corinthians 1 and what it means to advance the Gospel. He shares the story of what we've done and how we’ll move out on Jesus’ mission into the future.

Listen to this message to discover what it means to experience the Gospel and participate in the mission of the Gospel in our city.

Live Your Calling

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 13:20:42 -0800

Do you understand that you are wired by God and that He has a plan for your life that is good and pleasing? All the meaningful things of this age are actually pointing you to the deep hunger you have for a life filled with purpose. How do you find your calling and purpose? How does your wiring rely on connection with other people?

This week, Pastor Jason opens Romans 12 to answer these questions, and walk you through a Biblical view of your purpose, calling, and wiring that leads to a life that gives God glory and seeks others' good. Join us for the last week of Wired.

Among Certain People

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 10:06:41 -0800

In a world that’s more and more isolated, the Bible comes in and confronts our self-centeredness and calls us to know and serve people. But what does that look like?

In Romans 15 the apostle Paul fleshes this concept out in a letter addressing both what Gospel relationships look like as well as how he can strategically reach the lost. In this message Pastor Nolan walks us through this passage and demonstrates how we can grow in Gospel relationships.

Through a Unique Story

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 13:50:43 -0800

What is your story? Are there things you regret? Painful moments? Times you wish things would've looked differently?

This week, Zach opens up Ephesians 2 and helps us to examine our stories, so that we can see how God has used every moment to make us who we are today. We are called to not only accept our story but use it — and everything that comes with it, because God doesn't waste any of it. He uses every moment to paint a picture of His grace and sovereignty. Listen in to learn how to work through your unique story and use it for God's glory.

5 Big Goals for 2022

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 10:26:30 -0800

Bonus episode: 5 Big Goals for 2022. Listen in as we talk through how we can make disciples of those we are connecting with by focusing on these five goals over this next year of ministry at Rise City Church.

In a Particular Place

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 12:43:48 -0800

People all over the US are moving to places that feel safer, kinder, and less mandated. Are you living in a place that doesn't seem to fit your morals and beliefs? As a Christian, how do you call someplace home that doesn't uphold your philosophies and way of life?

What if God called you to see yourself as made for an eternal home in Heaven, and a calling to the mission here on Earth? What if you saw yourself as a missionary to the very city you live in? Pastor Jason walks us through four lenses that shift our thinking about why we live where we do, and how we are called to this place, at this time.

For a Specific Purpose

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 13:54:38 -0800

Does the thought of work envigorate you or make you cringe? Does work feel like a means to getting to the weekend or one of the joys of your life?

Work is hard – it takes your time, energy, and talent. The Bible is clear about that. But, work doesn't have to be lifeless drudgery or a constant struggle. Are you doing what you're made to do — what you're wired for? This week, we opened Genesis to see that from the beginning God meant work for good. So how do we recapture the work God created us for? Join us as Pastor Jason walks through our unique purpose in partnering with God through our work.

You Are Empowered

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 24 Jan 2022 20:31:29 -0800

Have you ever lacked motivation or direction? You know, like that feeling before coffee when you’re foggy and dragging! Sometimes we experience that spiritually in our overall lives too.

You need power and direction. The source of all power, gifting, direction, and motivation IS the Holy Spirit.

Tragically, Christians often don’t know what to believe about the Holy Spirit. But in this teaching, Pastor Nolan walks through a full biblical understanding of the Holy Spirit, the Spiritual Gifts, and how it all applies to our daily life.

On Purpose for A Purpose

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 10:47:01 -0800

Am I doing the right thing with my life? Where am I going to best used? Have you ever wondered these things?

Inside of each one of us, there’s this deep longing for meaning and purpose. That’s because you were made on purpose for a purpose. So what is that purpose God has for you? How do we know?

We’re jumping into one of the most famous poems in the Bible that explores these topics. Join us as Pastor Nolan exposits this text and addresses the question “What is my calling?”

God Created You

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:19:29 -0800

We are all made uniquely, with specific gifts, and a distinct purpose. But what if you don’t know your purpose? Do you seem to wander through life seeking your calling, unsure of your wiring? Don’t you wish you could have more clarity in who you are made to be and how you can live a life of purpose and meaning?

This week, we start at the beginning, in Genesis 1, and see how we are created in the image of God— this gives us a foundational identity to build upon. Join us for the first week of our new series, Wired, as Pastor Jason shows us three ways that we reflect the Creator.

Make This Year Matter

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 03 Jan 2022 17:36:33 -0800

New year, new you?! Haven't we all done that before? Why doesn't that method work? How can you make an impact that lasts on your life?

This week, Pastor Jason teaches through Hebrews 12 and gives us three life-shaping decisions that will actually make this year matter. Listen in for practical wisdom to start off right in 2022.

Promise

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 27 Dec 2021 10:09:14 -0800

Many people think Christianity is a religion about good people chasing God‘s morality in order to get to heaven. But in reality that is exactly backward. Christianity is the story of how broken people have been running from God and how he has been chasing us down with the promise of his love. This week we explored a lesser-known dimension of the Christmas story Matthew 2 and see how God fulfills his promise by weaving the events of history with the prophecies of scripture.

Listen in as explore these beautiful realities and the truth of what Christmas is all about!

Conflict

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 14:51:42 -0800

Friction, Disagreement, Conflict. How do you wade through the unfamiliar waters we are currently living in? When emotions are heightened and you feel disconnected how do you retain friendships and work through hard moments? What if you disagree on major issues and current events?

The answer isn't lost. The Apostle Paul addressed conflict head-on with the Romans, and the principles he gave still apply today. Open Romans 14 and listen in as Pastor Jason talks us through In This Season: Conflict.

Sorrow

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0800

When was your darkest day? In seasons of sorrow, God can feel absent. Like we are alone in a cold and dark universe. What do we do with our grief? Do we put on a fake religious smile? Do we allow ourselves to wither into despair?

Here’s what’s beautiful: Jesus steps into our sorrow, and is the God of comfort. That’s because Jesus is not just a future hope of healing but a present and powerful friend in the midst of your pain. Tune in and see how you can find healing in your sorrow.

Forgiveness

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 10:32:47 -0800

Unforgiveness is a toxic infection of the heart, but often we don't know how to forgive and what to do with the pain we've experienced. How do you forgive someone when you haven't had healing and reconciliation? Is forgiveness something that's two-sided or do you have to forgive even though you haven't gotten an apology?

This week, Pastor Jason takes us through a passage in Matthew to show us how to forgive ourselves and others. Listen in to learn how to stop the infectious spread of unforgiveness and to understand the way of Jesus — the way of Forgiveness.

Disappointed

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 12:18:59 -0800

When have you been deeply disappointed? Is it your job, a breakup, your marriage, a missed opportunity, a struggle with kids? Why would God allow this season of disappointment? This is a pain point in our lives that only the Gospel can heal.

This week, we find that healing in Psalm 73. Pastor Nolan walks through this text to show how the Gospel brings healing in our seasons of disappointment and reshapes our understanding of why God allows these things to happen.

Joy | Nov 21st

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 14:09:17 -0800

Why does it feel like joy is so hard to hold onto? Do circumstances, comparison, anxiety, and negativity seem to ruthlessly steal your moments of joy? Is it possible to experience God's goodness in the midst of difficult circumstances?

This week, Pastor Jason walks us through Philippians 4 where Paul outlines how to experience joy in every season of life. Join us, as we seek together how to be joy-filled people.

Anxious

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 14:26:34 -0800

Millions of people wrestle with anxiety every day. The sources of anxiety are endless and the effects can be debilitating. Does the Bible have answers for these pressures? Yes. This week, we explore an often overlooked text that has powerful healing to offer. Listen to this message by Pastor Nolan on how the Gospel brings healing to our anxiety.

Isolation

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 08 Nov 2021 16:33:58 -0800

Why do we find ourselves struggling alone? We have the desire for connection, but there's something that holds us back from pursuing people. Isolation is the pit that keeps us from working through life's harshness and having healthy relationships. Loneliness, Seclusion, Isolation — Jesus felt it too. How do we draw near to the One who has been in our shoes before?

This week we are launching a new series looking at different seasons we find ourselves in. Join us as we ask hard questions and pursue answers together in In This Season.

Hope-Filled Leadership

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 01 Nov 2021 10:59:45 -0700

You’re a leader. Yes, you. Maybe you don’t think so? But if leadership is influence, you have influence with someone. And leadership is HARD. How do we lead in a way that is effective and biblical?

1 Peter closes with a powerful charge to leaders in the church that will shape and transform you. Listen in as Pastor Nolan teaches the last week in the series, Hope Lies Ahead, to learn more.

Hope for the End Times

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 11:35:18 -0700

The end times are clearly here, right? Wars, famine, natural disasters - all are signs that the end is coming, but do we really know when? More importantly, do we know how to respond? If you’re a Christian what are you called to do?

This week, Pastor Jason leads us through 1 Peter 4 where Peter talks through the end being near and how we should live in light of this truth. Join us as we discover how God has wired us for this moment in time and how to live out the calling on our lives.

Hope in Suffering

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 19 Oct 2021 09:47:48 -0700

Doesn't it seem like everyone is on edge right now? We have to be reminded to be kind and gentle even in the grocery store lines.

The truth is we are surrounded by a suffering world. People are hurting. We ourselves may be experiencing pain, but this week we are reminded how to be a blessing even to someone walking through massive trials. Pastor Jason teaches us through 1 Peter 3 that we can take a posture of a blessing, because ultimately Jesus established His victory through His suffering.

Hope in Everyday Life

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 11 Oct 2021 10:59:32 -0700

Do you like being told what to do? Even the question is hilarious! Of course not! Who likes to be bossed around or unfairly ruled over?

So, what do you do when it’s happening? Jesus can fill your soul with the kind of hope that makes you humble in hard circumstances.

This passage casts a vision for having humility under hard leaders to follow in government, the workplace, and in the home. Listen in to see how!

A Hope Proclaiming People

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 17:24:45 -0700

Most of us want to feel accepted and welcomed. But in this week’s passage, Peter literally tells us that following Jesus will make us “strangers and aliens in this world.” Christians are indeed going to look so different from the world, that at times, they will even be rejected. What does that mean? And can that possibly be a good thing? This week, Pastor Nolan looks at the idea that Christians are a contrast community in three ways. Listen in to learn more.

Moving Forward in Chaos

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 09:30:49 -0700

If you have found yourself desperate for answers and direction in this season then listen in and be encouraged. Join us for this one-night event as Pastor Jason leads us through Moving Forward in Chaos.

Think, Live, and Love Differently

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 16:16:41 -0700

The heaviness of this world leaves many of us feeling angry, frustrated, and tired. We're hurting, struggling to connect, and afraid.

But what if you knew this was temporary? What if you knew that a great hope, the greatest hope ever, was ahead of you? Would you think differently? Would you live differently? 1 Peter calls us to think, live, and ultimately love differently, because of the incredible hope of the Gospel set before us. Join us as Pastor Jason unpacks this second week of Hope Lies Ahead.

Called to Hope

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 13:21:56 -0700

No one understands what I'm going through. I'm so confused. I'm in so much pain. I'm alone.

Two thousand years ago Peter wrote a letter to a culture wrestling with these thoughts. This couldn't be more relevant for us today as we struggle through the chaos in our current world. Do you want power for today's trials? Do you want to find out the purpose in your suffering? Listen in as we start a new series through 1 Peter and find that our Hope Lies Ahead.

Propitiation

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 13:55:49 -0700

If God is so loving, why was the brutality of the cross necessary? Couldn’t God just forgive sin? Are we really supposed to believe in the old religious notion that God is an angry and vengeful judge? Does God actually feel and act upon wrath?

This week we explore this concept in depth from Scripture. We’ll dig into the doctrine of Propitiation as Scott Bean teaches through Romans. Our hearts are changed when we truly understand this horrifying and beautiful doctrine. Join us in the final week of “What’s the Point of the Cross?”

Sanctification

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 06 Sep 2021 08:29:50 -0700

Are you constantly fighting sin? Do you find yourself relapsing and living your old life? Are you seeking perfection, but find that you are failing? The truth is you're going to sin. You will fail over and over again. But God is not shocked by your failure. Only God is perfectly holy. But by the cross, and in His goodness, we get to partner with him in a process called Sanctification.

This week, Pastor Jason opens up Philippians 3 to reveal that God is not done with us yet. His love for us is so great that He allows us to walk with Him and become more like him through regular repentance and seeking Him. Join us as we learn to be transformed in this week's sermon, Sanctification.

Expiation

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 12:38:42 -0700

You know that moment when you want to hide? The feeling of being exposed - almost naked - because of your own sin or something done to you? That's shame. There's no other feeling like it in this world. Do you live with that as your reality? Do you constantly feel the need to cover up and live in a disguise, so that you don't have to face the truth?

This week, Pastor Nolan teaches us the theology of Expiation. We learn that Jesus came to blot out, bury, banish, bleach, and finally, to bear our shame by dying on the cross. Why? Because he wants us to live the life he originally intended before sin entered this world — a life of freedom from shame. Join us for Week 03 of What is the Point of the Cross?

Justification

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 13:43:36 -0700

Justice — it's a word we use constantly. We want to see people brought to justice. We want justice for the evil of this world, but we want mercy for ourselves. But the truth is all of us, every single one will stand before Christ in judgment. But why? Aren't you good enough? Not really that bad? Or not the one to blame?

God in his holiness, righteousness, and justice will not allow us to go without judgment. It is in His love that He requires a price to be paid for the sins in this world. But how does he do it? Only by Jesus' finished work on the cross. The only way the broken things can be made right is by His grace, through faith in Him alone. Do you understand Justification? Join us for week 02 in What's the Point of the Cross?

Christus Victor

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 11:58:05 -0700

Most of us recognize and understand the evil in this world, but do we truly understand the enormous power of the Cross? The cross is everywhere, and it seems so simple — it's how Jesus died, but what happened when he was hung there? The cross is packed with enormous power that makes us no longer dead in sin, but alive in Christ.

So how do you battle spiritually for your life? How do you engage against the evil that you come against constantly? Join us as Pastor Nolan walks us through Colossians 2 to show us that we are not made to fight the battle, but to stand on the finished work of Christ. This is Christus Victor in Week 01 of What's the Point of the Cross?

Outpouring

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 10 Aug 2021 08:14:32 -0700

When you think of your relationship with God do you feel like you are pouring out your all for Him? Are there areas of your life that you’ve kept to yourself?

In this last week in the series Worthy, Pastor Nolan leads us through Luke 7, a story of a woman that defied culture and religiosity to give Jesus everything she had - her safety, her dignity, her money… her everything. Join us as we are compelled to ask, what can we give to the God who outpoured all He had for us?

Work | Aug 1

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 02 Aug 2021 17:53:13 -0700

Work. Just hearing that word do you cringe? Do you hate the thought of hustling for 40 hours a week, and long for the weekend? Do you live with the mindset that you work to live instead of live to work? What if that was flipped on its head? What if you woke up each morning hungry for the day ahead?

This week, Pastor Jason walks us through a Theology of Work. He shows us that God gave us work not as a curse, but as a blessing. Through the Gospel, Jesus has redeemed work. Join us as we walk through this transformative message.

Aware

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -0700

Does it sometimes feel like God is far away? Do you feel like He is out of reach? The truth is that God is not absent. His presence is fully here — with you, right now. God is not constrained by time or space. So why don't we feel Him?

In Week 05 of Worthy, Pastor Jason walks us through a theology of Presence. We see that it's not about God’s lack of presence... it's about our awareness of His presence, fully with us at all times, in all situations. Join us as we become more aware of Him — in our work, our worship, and our prayer.

Filled

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 20 Jul 2021 08:00:01 -0700

What is worship? Is it something we do only on Sundays? Worship is not about being a weekend warrior for Christ, but a daily way of walking. Listen in as Pastor Nolan calls us to walk out our worship by redeeming the time and walking in God's will. But how do we do that? Only by the constant filling of the Holy Spirit as outlined in Ephesians 5. More importantly, why do we walk this way? Because only God is Worthy of our worship.

Doxology

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 13:50:12 -0700

Have you gotten numb or apathetic toward God and the Gospel? What is it that moves people to praise and celebrate Him? In this week’s installment to Worthy, our worship series, we see that truth leads to worship or theology leads to doxology. What is a doxology? This concept has the power to change our lives. Listen to this week’s teaching from Pastor Nolan, and see why we should be moved by and towards Jesus.

Posture

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 07:46:45 -0700

We are all worshippers. Maybe it's the worship of wealth or status or maybe your body or yourself, but no matter the focus, we all worship... because God created us to worship. He created us to be people that turn our eyes, lift our hands, and bow down in worship. But the only worship that is life-giving, glory-bearing, and is truly good is to God alone because only He is Worthy!

This week Pastor Jason opens up the Word and walks us through three postures of worship. We are called to move from spectators to participators in this sermon, Posture. Join us as we see that God created us for worship and speaks that over our lives all throughout scripture.

Glory

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 22 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0700

Are you a worshipper? Whether you know it or not you are worshipping something or somebody - every day, every moment, every minute - with your whole life. We are all worshipping. So what happens when you encounter God's glory? Can you explain it? Can you define it? Not really... but you can experience it. When you experience the weight of God's glory it immediately elicits worship to Him. But, when we sin we defame God's glory, and break the relationship that allows us to experience Him. So, how do we stand in God's glory despite our sin? Through the grace of Jesus. His love washes us clean, so we can experience the Glory of God. Join us as we start a new series, Worthy, and Scott opens us up to this week, Glory.

Come to the Shore

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 15 Jun 2021 08:45:08 -0700

In this last week of Never Too Far Gone, we look at the life of Peter. He's probably one of the last people you think of as being too far gone, but he made decisions that he believed, dismissed him from his calling and his relationship with Jesus. He denied Jesus not once, not twice, but three times. But Jesus, in His grace, calls Peter to Come to the Shore.

Join us as Pastor Jason opens John 21, as we see Jesus not only offer redemption, but he restores Peter and recommissions him. This isn't a story just about Peter, this is a story about us. Listen to the life of Peter.

From Scales to Sight

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 08:18:48 -0700

Who would you consider too far gone for God? A friend, coworker, neighbor, family member, you? This week we meet a man who epitomizes being too far gone: Saul. Saul was a persecutor of the church until he had a powerful encounter with Jesus.

In this teaching, Pastor Nolan walks us through what happens when God grabs Saul’s life, and what can happen when Jesus shows up in our lives as well. What could God do in and through you? Listen in to learn more!

Beneath the Waves | The Story of Jonah

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:24:17 -0700

Have you ever run from God? This week we find not a prophetic hero but a prophet on the run from God’s call on his life. Maybe you’ve been there? God is calling you to forgive, to step out of your comfort zone, or to step into an adventure for Him. But like Jonah, too many of us run the other way. This week exploring the life of Jonah, Scott shows us why turning away from our own will, sin, and temptations is not just necessary but deeply worth the cost. God invites into so much more: Himself. Listen to the full message to find out more!

Blood on Your Hands

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 25 May 2021 11:50:06 -0700

Have you ever felt like your soul was stained? When have you had blood on your hands? We’ve all felt guilt sink our souls. In this week’s message, we meet a man named David whose life fell apart after one bad decision. There was a big gap between his public reputation and his private character. Have you been there? What can be done?

In this passage, we find hope. God wants to meet you in the darkest place and draw you into new life. Listen in as Pastor Nolan explores the life of David in this week’s teaching Blood On Your Hands.

Out of The Desert

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 17 May 2021 12:25:51 -0700

Have you ever felt like your failures were following you? Like you’ve lost your calling? This week we step into a story like that. Moses, the “biblical hero” was first a failure of biblical proportions. Moses’ failures drove him into hiding but the God of redemption called him out of the desert. Through Moses' journey from collapse to calling, pastor Jason casts a vision for you too to experience forgiveness, come out of hiding, and step into your calling today.

3 Reasons to Follow Jesus

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sat, 08 May 2021 19:42:00 -0700

Why should anyone follow Jesus? Maybe you’ve wondered if there’s a God. Maybe you’ve been on the fence. Maybe you need a refreshing reminder of His power and worth. In this teaching, Pastor Nolan explores 3 reasons for following Jesus. With so many loud voices demanding our allegiance today, we need to see why Jesus’ love cuts through the chaos, infuses life with meaning, fills us with a new power, and serves as the ONLY foundation for our lives.

Uncertain Future, Steadfast God

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 03 May 2021 11:48:00 -0700

As the world looks darker, many people are feeling either uncertain or increasingly trusting in political answers. But in this week’s teaching, we dive into what’s called an apocalyptic vision from the book of Daniel— a vision that pulls back the curtain of this reality and exposes what’s going on spiritually. We see teaching on the evil that lies behind not only the antichrist (yes, we just said that) but every anti-God world leader throughout history. In the midst of all that, we see that in our dark situation, there is still one singular hope: Jesus, his cross, and message. This idea has the power to radically change our city and our lives. Listen in to learn more!

A Crisis of Courage

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 16:38:00 -0700

Perhaps one of the most famous stories from the Bible is the story of Daniel in the lions' den. We all know how it ends — Daniel lasts through the night and is saved. But, do you know the story of Daniel as a young man who devoted himself to God? Do you know about the relentless courage he had with previous kings? Daniel was constantly challenged by the culture around him. For decades he lived in a place that wasn't his home, weren't his people, and didn't honor his God.

One day, that challenge crosses the line, and Daniel has to make a choice — does he bend to the culture and mandates of the government or does he stand courageously in the face of opposition. Join us, as Pastor Jason leads us through the story of Daniel to see what righteous courage looks like and how it can be contagious even in the hardest circumstances.

Culture or Kingdom

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 11:31:00 -0700

The pressure and influence of culture invades your space. You can't help but read, hear, and see the culture around you. Sometimes you think of culture as a good thing, but what if God is calling you to a different narrative? What if God is asking you to be influenced by His Kingdom versus the world's culture? In Daniel 5, we read about two people. One is influenced by the culture — marked by pride, a thirst for power, greed, and lust. The other is an image-bearer of the Kingdom. Do you find yourself plagued by fear, insecurity, loneliness, and confusion? These are inward marks of culture-influence. But God has a better story in mind for you, a story that reveals His Kingdom. Join us as we learn from Nolan how Daniel navigates the harsh culture around him, and how we are called to live today.

How to Fail

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:26:00 -0700

The book of Daniel tells the story of a few young Hebrews that were exiled to Babylon, but right in the middle, we get a sneak peek into a conversation between God and King Nebuchadnezzar, the king of Babylon. We see a man so filled with pride that he can't acknowledge the glory of God. The king gives us a picture of what it looks like to fail. Through this moment we get a glimpse of how our own pride and arrogance can lead to our failure, but God in His grace gives us warning signs, wisdom, and boundaries to help us walk in His will. But should you ignore them you may find yourself on the road to failure. Open up Daniel 4 with us as Pastor Jason walks us through what pride looks like and gives us practical wisdom to avoid failure and bring glory to God. Join us for Week 05 of You Were Made For These Times.

Easter Sunday 2021

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 05 Apr 2021 19:52:00 -0700

When Jesus died his disciples thought that all hope was lost. They were counting on him to be their conqueror over the challenges that they were currently facing. Easter Sunday is the hope that we all need. It takes our placement and assumed progress and tells us that it's all temporary, but the Good News that is Jesus Christ is the true hope that we need. Join us, as Jason takes us through the resurrection story in Luke 24 for this Easter Sunday.

The Cost of Nonconformity

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 11:46:00 -0700

Our culture has all sorts of ideas about how we should live and what we should believe, but a life rooted in Christ calls us to live differently. What do we do in the face of opposition? How do we stand our ground when it means losing what we care for? Conformity to Christ means contrast to the world.

Nolan opens up Daniel 3 to show us how three men had to take a stand against culture. They risked their lives in a way that compels us to live differently today. Join us as we read through the fiery furnace, and walk out on the other side with tools to share your faith and stand in the face of conformity.

Thriving in Babylon

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 21 Mar 2021 02:00:00 -0700

Today, the culture demands that you align with the world’s moral framework. All around us is enormous pressure to conform, concede, cave. But who really determines truth? In a culture shouting for conformity, we are called to a redemptive, Jesus-centered abnormality. In this teaching through Daniel chapter one, Pastor Jason demonstrates that when you stand for truth, it spreads blessing to even those who oppose the truth.

A Collapsing Culture

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 14 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0800

Babylon sounds like a culture and country of old, but have you considered that you enter Babylon on a daily basis? You walk into the world that attempts to influence you through media and entertainment, that tempts subtle compromises, and redefinition of basic terms. Daniel also walked into this world and had to make some difficult decisions as to how he would respond to the opposition he faced. In the midst of a collapsing culture we cannot isolate; we cannot back down. We must speak truth and grace in these hard moments. This week, Jason opens the word to Daniel 1 to walk us through, how our response to the world we are confronted with, has a tried and true example in Jesus himself. Join us for week 02 of You Were Made For These Times.

A Creative Minority

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 07 Mar 2021 01:00:00 -0800

Does it sometimes feel like you should have lived in a time when the world was better; when people were kinder and morals, beliefs, and righteousness were honorable? Do you feel like the world around you is becoming harder to recognize and finding your place in all the change is hard?

There once was a man named Daniel who was ripped from the world he knew and thrown into a culture that was unrecognizable to him. What he did then was unlike most. He didn't run, he didn't conform, and he didn't hide. He lived in it. He thrived in it. He kept his faith, morals, and righteousness while influencing the world around him toward the source of his very life. How do we learn from him? How do we come to grips with what Daniel knew... that You Were Made For These Times

The Problem of Pain

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 28 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0800

Pain and suffering are all around us. We each experience the hardships and sorrows of this world. We struggle to figure out why bad things happen and how is that, if there is a creator, that this pain would be allowed. How do you wrestle through the thoughts and emotions of pain? How do you logically understand it, while reconciling the feelings of your heart? Nolan opens up John 11 this week and recounts the story of Jesus and the sorrow he experienced in losing his friend Lazarus. We see how Jesus sits with us in the pain, leads us out of doubts, and moves us toward hope. We see the power that Jesus has over the dead and the hope we have in Him alone. Join us for a compelling vision of what it looks like to work through pain and suffering with a biblical perspective — The Problem of Pain

Faith & Science

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 21 Feb 2021 01:00:00 -0800

Are you someone who has always had questions about faith, a creator, the universe? Do logic and faith seem to be in constant opposition in your mind? Do you ponder over science and have uncertainty about your purpose and existence? Has the church seemed like it wasn't the place for questions and doubts about faith?

If these questions hit home then take a seat and join us as Nolan walks us through Psalm 19 and explains how God reveals himself through science and creation and invites you to ask hard questions like, Why Should I Believe?

Am I Willing to Detour?

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 09:30:00 -0800

Schedules, agendas, goals — you've planned your Road Trip and laid it out tailored to you. You manage your time and tasks down to the second. But what happens when you hit a detour? What do you do when you get a text from a friend that they need to talk and work through an issue or a neighbor needs you to lend them a hand? There is only this one road trip, but are you willing to make a sacrifice? Are you willing to detour?

This week, Jason walks us through 1 Corinthians 13 and shows us what love is, in its truest form, and asks us this question that we can use to work through every decision along our Road Trip... "What does love command of us?" Buckle up, this is the last week of Road Trip.

Am I Yielding?

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 31 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0800

Do you know that feeling deep inside, the one that nudges you; that voice that tells you to stop, be cautious, or go for it? As we walk through how to make decisions with wisdom and mindfulness, Jason shows us through the Word how the Holy Spirit guides, protects, leads, and so much more. But then you have to ask yourself the question... Are you yielding? Are you yielding to the voice and power of the Holy Spirit and the guidance He has on your life?

Take a seat and join us for an incredible, lesser-known story of David, and how he yielded to the Spirit and brought glory to God. This is week 04 of Road Trip!

Who is Riding Shotgun?

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sat, 23 Jan 2021 20:47:00 -0800

Have you ever looked back at your friendships? How they changed you and molded you? How about your current friends? You are the culmination of the five people closest to you. Think about that. Your influences are making an impact on your life either for good or for bad. Your life will be propelled forward or pulled backward by those you spend your time with. So, what's your decision? Who are your people going to be? This week, Jason opens Proverbs to look at wisdom on friendship - how to pursue solid friendships, sustain those commitments, and build a squad that will move you forward in Godly wisdom for your life. Join us as we ask the question, Who is Riding Shotgun?

Am I Being Honest With Myself?

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 17 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0800

One of the greatest challenges we face is, well... ourselves! It’s true, isn’t it? No one has ever lied to you like you have. In every difficulty we’ve faced in life, you know what the only common denominator is? Us! So, how do we make wise decisions when we can’t trust even ourselves? This week, Jason explored how Jesus leads us out of ourselves and into grace-empowered decisions through three significant moves: admit it, be curious, and be set free. Listen to this week’s message to learn more!

What Stories Do I Want to Tell?

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 10 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0800

Have you ever looked back on the decisions you made with regret? Don’t we all long to tell amazing stories with our lives rather than sit in the pain stinging remorse? The way towards that is by making decisions in God’s way. This week we ask the question “What story are you telling with your life?” In this message, you’ll find valuable, biblical principles from the life of Joseph who lived an example of wise decisions in hard situations. And ultimately, we get a portrait of the powerful life and saving forgiveness of Jesus.

A City on a Hill

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 03 Jan 2021 01:00:00 -0800

A city on a hill. Salt and light to the world. In Matthew 5, Jesus paints a picture of how to live in a world desperate for restoration. How do we shine brightly in a sea of darkness? We've been entrusted with this church, in this city, so how do we continue in a season like this? Join us as Jason and Nolan unpack plans for the new year — how, through innovation, we are fulfilling the call to go and make disciples of all the nations, and our plans to move forward in opening gatherings that are honoring to our community.

http://risesermons.s3.amazonaws.com/2021/misc/01012021-vision.mp3

Christmas Eve

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 27 Dec 2020 12:29:00 -0800

Christmas in 2020 is different than any we have ever experienced before. Hope feels fleeting. People's actions and our current circumstances leave us feeling lost. Join us as Jason walks us through biblical tragedies that lead to hope in the birth of Jesus Christ. We see that amidst our own tragedy and hardships that our hope cannot be shaken if it is founded in the right place. Our circumstances and people's actions do not determine our hope, but Jesus alone does.

http://risesermons.s3.amazonaws.com/2020/Christmas-Eve.mp3

The King and His Harvest

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 20 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0800

Our culture is placing safety as the highest priority in our lives. Safety, health, and the protection of the vulnerable are absolutely some of our responsibilities as Christians, but it’s not the top priority. There is an urgency for the right here and now to bring Christ to this world. A world filled with sorrow and pain. At the end of Matthew 9, we see Jesus is moved with compassion for the people around him. He says that the harvest is plentiful — there are people everywhere that are desperate for salvation, and that the workers are few — we are the people to go out and bring them to Him and His redemption. If we would only pray earnestly, and obey with an urgency for the Gospel.

Nolan Tjaden - The King and His Harvest

The Hurt and the Healer

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 13 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0800

Our world is hurting — substance abuse, self-harm, violence, mental illness, suicide. No matter the income level, gender, political stance, or ethnicity we are all experiencing this around us. We turn inward and isolate. We are desperate. Desperate for healing, desperate for the grace of a Savior. There is One who hears us. One who has grace. One who can bring healing. Jesus hears our cries... if we will only cry out to Him.

http://risesermons.s3.amazonaws.com/2020/foxeshaveholes/Dec_13th_-_The_Hurt_and_the_Healer.mp3

A Tale of Two Wineskins

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 06 Dec 2020 14:10:00 -0800

So often we feel like our past, our personality, or our experience is what makes or breaks our ability to be used in the Kingdom of God. In Matthew 9, we see Jesus calling and connecting with tax collectors and sinners. One of those was the disciple Matthew. The truth is, God wants to use the unexpected to do the unimaginable. If we would just surrender our lives over to His kingdom work—we would experience resurrection of our past and our future.

Jason Clarke - A Tale of Two Wineskins

Swine in the Sea

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sat, 21 Nov 2020 23:12:00 -0800

Our culture has moved to a hyper-focus on the physical dangers we face, and it's been to the detriment of the very true reality of a spiritual realm. Our only hope in a world surrounded by great physical AND spiritual dangers? A big, powerful, and sovereign Jesus. Spiritual warfare is not a battle between equals, Jesus reigns supreme. And if we surrender to Him, he will reign supreme in our lives as well.

http://risesermons.s3.amazonaws.com/2020/foxeshaveholes/Nov22nd-SwineintheSea.mp3

Asleep in the Storm

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 15 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0800

Most leaders sell themselves. They want to make it as easy and appealing as possible to join their cause. Unbelievably, not Jesus. Jesus was--and is--up front with the rugged truth: to follow Him is a call to die. But here’s the key: it’s a death the leads to the truest life. Because when we give up everything in order to follow Jesus, we get everything Himself in return.

http://risesermons.s3.amazonaws.com/2020/foxeshaveholes/Nov15th-Asleep-in-the-Storm.mp3

The Leper and the Soldier

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sat, 07 Nov 2020 16:29:00 -0800

Our culture is beginning to understand the power of shame, and we are using it as a weapon against one another. This is what leprosy is, a picture of the shame of sin. Matthew uses the unclean leper so we can understand that in the face of shame, fear, isolation, and sin Jesus is willing to touch and heal us. But this is only possible when we completely surrender to Jesus' lordship in our lives.

http://risesermons.s3.amazonaws.com/2020/foxeshaveholes/Nov8th-TheLeperandtheSoldier.mp3

United In Purpose

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 30 Aug 2020 22:38:00 -0700

Unity is a great idea in theory. But practically, how does it work when you're genuinely bothered by, angry with, or annoyed around someone else? What do you do when you disagree? In Philippians 2, we find the power to set aside differences and come together. It's purpose. Purpose is not something that originates in us but comes to us in and through Jesus. Listen to this teaching by Scott Bean as he explores the breath-taking humility of Jesus because of His unwavering purpose. Scott Bean | Unity With Purpose

Love Unites

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 23 Aug 2020 22:24:00 -0700

What would make you feel like an accomplished person? Success, money, like-ability, influence, or power? In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul argues that without love any capability or competency is worthless. So, what is so special about this love Paul is talking about? As english speakers, we're at a disadvantage. The english word for "love" is sloppy" and too broad. We need to enter the world of the bible and engage with a fresh vision for love. Agape, one of the biblical concepts of love is something powerful and life-altering. What is it like, and how could it change you? Listen to this teaching to learn more.

Nolan Tjaden - Love Unites

Vision Sunday

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 18 Aug 2020 13:40:00 -0700

Are we ever going to re-gather as a church?

Have you asked that question at any point? Some wonder if it's safe to gather large groups. Others question whether it's even necessary to remain closed. These are both important questions. Yet, the biggest and most essential question remains:

"What is Jesus calling His Church to do?"

That's exactly what the Rise Leadership team has been wrestling through for months. Out of that wrestling has come clarity. We are convinced that there is a clear, safe, Jesus-exalting, vulnerable-honoring, community-building, city-elevating, mission-advancing path forward. Listen to this vision cast by Jason Clarke for the full plan.

Jason Clarke - Vision Sunday

Unity Across Lines

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Sun, 09 Aug 2020 14:02:00 -0700

Question for you: Do you really WANT unity in our church? Do you want unity amongst various churches? And if your answer is yes, why?

The truth is that when we take a hard look at what Jesus’ heart is in terms of unity for His church, sometimes we’d rather just keep things as they are. Sure, we like unity with the people around us who we like the most, who think like us. But unity across lines, across opinions, across divisions? Much harder to do.

Join us as Pastor Josh from Gresham Bible Church talks about how it’s not our similar thoughts that unite us, but it’s Jesus who is the center of everything, drawing all believers into unity as we look to Him.

Josh Howeth - Unity Across Lines

Unity Over Right-ness

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 14:37:00 -0700

Unity makes for a really great tagline until you desagree. Imagine looking across the table at someone you once enjoyed, but they're telling you they fundamentally disagree with how you view something. There's tension in the air. What's next? There's a key found in Romans 14 that provides an extremely helpful framework for our lives today. In this sermon pastor Jason gives us Unity pro tips. It's an indepth, practical guide to dealing with controversy in the church, and casts a vision for what it looks like to come together in the real controversies among people with whom we are called to unite. Don't miss it. Jason Clarke - Unity Over Right-ness

Unity Is Heaven's Strategy

hello@risecitychurch.org (Rise City Church) — Tue, 04 Aug 2020 14:37:00 -0700

There are a few keys to a winning team: A great coach, a star player, and a rigerous training porgram. But imagine you had all those things and were still losing. What's missing? Easily the most impartant factor on any winning team is UNITY. As the Church we have a mission: to rise up and saturate our city with the Gospel. We already have the greatest coach (God the Father), a star player (Jesus Christ), and a killer training program (Discipleshi). What hangs in the balance between our church being rendered ineffective by Satan and flipping our city upsidedown is whether or not we are unified. In John 17:20-21 Jesus prays specifically for our unity. In his prayer we find both how to be unified and the power that a united church has.

Nolan Tjaden - Unity Is Heaven's Strategy