RiverTree Jackson

Why did Jesus stop for the hurting? Because compassion was His why. In this message, we explore how true faith isn’t just belief—it’s love in action. If we miss compassion, we might be missing Jesus.

In this heartfelt message rooted in Luke 7:11-17, we explore the profound compassion of Jesus as He encounters a grieving widow. Without being asked, Jesus intervenes—revealing that His love moves even when we lack the words or faith to ask. Through powerful illustrations and biblical truth, this sermon speaks to the depth of our pain, the process of mourning, and the hope we find in Christ. We are reminded that Jesus meets us in our sorrow, lifts us up, and offers eternal hope. Whether struggling to grieve or ready to trust again, we are invited to lean into His presence and walk forward with faith.

In Week 4 of our series, The [Com]passion of Christ, we explore the power of faith, the barriers that prevent us from experiencing the miraculous, and the role of prayer and fasting in spiritual breakthroughs. Through the story in Mark 9:14-29, we examine how doubt, past failures, impatience, and limited belief can hinder God’s work in our lives.

Jesus calls us to forgive as we have been forgiven. In this message, we explore Matthew 18:21-35 and the parable of the unforgiving servant, revealing the depth of God’s mercy and the freedom found in forgiveness. Struggling to let go of past hurts? Discover how Christ’s love empowers us to release bitterness and walk in peace.

As we continue The [Com]passion of Christ series, Pastor Jon explores Jesus’ deep, gut-wrenching compassion (splagchnizomai) as seen in Mark 1:40-45. Through the story of Jesus healing a leper, we’re challenged to see our own “spots” and embrace Christ-like love. This message calls us to move beyond judgment and reach out with the same radical compassion that Jesus showed to the outcasts.

Pastor Brian starts Week 1 of our new series: The [Com]passion of Christ. This sermon challenges us to reflect: Do we truly understand the Father's love? Is our faith in Him rooted in His unchanging nature rather than fleeting emotions? As Jesus looked upon the distressed and dispirited with a shepherd’s heart, we are called to embody that same love in our daily lives.

In the final message of our series, Known, Pastor Jon challenges us to examine whether we are truly following Jesus or simply choosing the path of comfort and convenience. Like the choice between spandex and sweatpants, Jesus calls us to a life of transparency, authenticity, and surrender, rather than hiding behind what’s easy and comfortable.

Sometimes, we need to reset the router—to pause, breathe, and allow God to restore us. Just like a shepherd cares for his sheep, Jesus invites us into His restoration, so that we, in turn, can bring hope and healing to others.

In this message, Pastor Jon explores Psalm 23, the power of true restoration, and how embracing the heart of the Good Shepherd transforms the way we love the lost, the hurting, and the "whoevers" in our world.

In this message, we dive into four powerful questions that reveal God’s relentless love for the lost, the depth of His forgiveness, and His invitation for us to return to Him. Whether you feel far from God or struggle with how He welcomes the broken, this sermon will challenge and encourage you to see His heart in a new way.

Pastor Brian unpacks Luke 15 and challenges us to discover that no matter where you've been, God sees you, loves you, and is calling you home.

At the core of every human heart is a deep longing—to be seen, to be loved, to be known. In John 10, Jesus reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd, the One who knows us fully and loves us completely.

During this message we dive into the heart of our Shepherd, discovering what it truly means to be known by Him—and how His love transforms the way we see the world. When we are known by Him, we are never alone.