When Jesus was born, God didn’t choose kings or religious leaders to share the news—He chose everyday, hardworking shepherds. Discover how God awakens us to the wonder of His plan!

The Christmas story is filled with wonder—God using unlikely people, like Mary, to give birth to Jesus, and the shepherds and wise men coming to worship Him. Yet, it is also marked by suffering: Mary’s pregnancy in a hyper-religious culture, the journey to Bethlehem, and fleeing from Herod. Similarly, when we choose to follow God and allow Him to work through us, we will inevitably face opposition from the world.

Have you ever been in wonder of something—the Grand Canyon, the northern lights, or towering buildings? That initial sense of awe is unforgettable, but over time, we often lose that wonder. Our prayer for you this season is that you never lose the wonder of Christmas and all that God has done!

Pornography is everywhere—on our screens, in our culture, and often in plain sight. It's a problem that's been normalized but carries devastating consequences, destroying marriages, careers, and lives. So, how can someone break free from this cycle of addiction and find hope and healing with God?

In this new message series, we’re tackling some of the tough topics in today’s culture and exploring what the Bible has to say about them. This week, we’re focusing on alcohol—what Scripture teaches and how we can respond in a way that honors God and reflects His wisdom.

In the Bible, Jesus focused on the people that didn’t know the love of God. Following his example, River of Life Church is an outward focused church. That is why we are Kingdom Builders! We financially give passionately and generously, above our regular tithes and offerings, to vetted organizations that help build the kingdom of God Locally, Globally and in the Future Generations.

Today, we’re honored to have our guest speaker, Chris Pruett, with us. He reminds us of a powerful truth: it's easier to raise a generation than to change one. In a world where everyone is competing for influence over our kids—and over us—it's more important than ever that our kids know who they can trust and where they truly belong. And that place is with Jesus.

Many of us have the desire to grow closer to God, but also experience the frustration  when our efforts fall short. Rather than relying just on our own strength, we need to train our mind, body, and spirit to pursue God intentionally and partner with Him. By practicing spiritual disciplines daily, we can develop a deeper relationship with God—much like an athlete training for a marathon, preparing for what is ahead.

What you believe shapes the way you think, and your repeated actions shape your behavior. If you truly want lasting change in your life, you need to address both. Simply thinking or knowing the right things isn’t enough—it’s about putting what you know into practice.

Most of us try to avoid discomfort at all costs. We have heated and cooled seats in our cars, we rarely go hungry, and we pretty much never have to go without. But have you ever thought about how all this comfort might be holding us back? The truth is, if we're always staying in our comfort zones and avoiding challenges, we’re not really growing. The Bible reminds us that it’s through the struggles and trials in life that our character is shaped and our faith gets stronger.