Tim Chilvers speaks on Deuteronomy 7:1-6, 16 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.

“You must destroy them totally.”

A passage that raises deep ethical and theological questions. How do we approach texts that seem to endorse violence or even genocide? And what can they show us about God’s justice, holiness, and mercy?

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: riverside-church.org.uk

Sarah Auger speaks on Leviticus 11 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.

“These are the animals you may eat…”

Why does the Old Testament include such detailed food laws and clothing restrictions? We’ll explore their meaning in Israel’s story, and consider whether they have any relevance for us today.

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠

Tim Chilvers speaks on Mark 10:17-30 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.

“Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then, come follow me.”

How should we view our possessions? So we really have to be willing to give away everything?

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠⁠

Ben Pearson speaks on Romans 8:28 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.

“In all things God works for the good…”

This verse has encouraged countless believers, but it’s often misunderstood. Does it mean everything in life is automatically good? Or is Paul pointing to a deeper assurance of God’s ultimate purposes at work?

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠⁠⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠⁠⁠

Judy Moore speaks on Luke 14:25-27 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.

“Anyone who does not hate father and mother… cannot be my disciple.”

Did Jesus really mean we should hate our families and even ourselves? Together we’ll wrestle with these shocking words and discover what wholehearted discipleship truly looks like.

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠

Nathanael Ballew speaks on Genesis 38:1-30 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.

“Come now, let me sleep with you.”

A disturbing and often-overlooked story. We’ll face its difficult themes head-on, asking what it reveals about the human heart, God’s purposes, and the need for redemption in even the darkest places.

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Sarah Auger speaks on Philippians 4:13 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.

“I can do all things through him who strengthens me.”

A verse often quoted as a motivational boost, but what did Paul really mean? We’ll explore how this passage is less about winning or achieving, and more about finding deep contentment in every circumstance.

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Judy Moore speaks on Jeremiah 29:11 as part of our Fridge Magnet Christianity series.

“For I know the plans I have for you…”

This much-loved verse is often applied to individual success and prosperity. But in its original context, it spoke to a whole community living in exile. What does “hope and a future” mean when life doesn’t go to plan?

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Tim Chilvers speaks on John 15:1-11 as part of our Risked It series.

What if following Jesus isn’t about doing more, but daring to remain where the deepest transformation takes place?

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Tim Chilvers speaks on Acts 11:19-23 as part of our Risked It series.

Everyone loves hearing good news. What could happen if we played our part in being bringers of hope?

At Riverside we are on a journey together to help people get to know Jesus and grow as his followers across Birmingham and beyond. Whoever you are, whatever you believe, you're so welcome in this community. Find out more about Riverside Church & plan your visit: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠riverside-church.org.uk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠