http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/ en-us ℗ & © 2009 Rio Vista Community Church Sermons from our Sunday worship services Tom Hendrikse Rio Vista Community Church serves Broward County, Florida from its Fort Lauderdale location. Our purpose is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. We believe this is done in three ways, which we summarize as GPS. Gather for worship each week, Plug in to community groups for fellowship and encouragement, and Serve others. These are our sermons. You will hear messages by our dynamic pastor, Tom Hendrikse, and other members of our ministry team. Rio Vista Community Church serves Broward County, Florida from its Fort Lauderdale location. Our purpose is to lead people into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ. These are our sermons. Mark Lautenschlager mark@riovistachurch.com clean This week, we hear the story of the first miracle Jesus performed in public, the changing of water into wine at the wedding feast in Cana. It is a familiar story, but there may be things you miss if you read through it too fast. Tom Hendrikse YOU Can Know the Living Word of God This week, we hear the story of the first miracle Jesus performed in public, the changing of water into wine at the wedding feast in Cana. It is a familiar story, but there may be things you miss if you read through it too fast. Tom slows us down and goes through the metaphors and images, savoring each one, to get at what’s really happening in this story. Yes, there is water and there is wine, and yes, there is a wedding feast with a bride and bridegroom. However, the water isn’t only water, the wine isn’t just wine, and there are more than one bride and bridegroom in view. You can find the FREE study guide companion for this message at our web site, riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2012-01-29+The+Word+part+four.mp3 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 11:00:00 EST 28:11 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series looking at the life and teachings of God's Living Word, Jesus Christ, continues with Jesus beginning to assemble the group of twelve men who would become His apostles. Tom brings us a powerful lesson on what it means to follow Jesus. Tom Hendrikse YOU Can Know the Living Word of God Our series looking at the life and teachings of God's Living Word, Jesus Christ, continues with Jesus beginning to assemble the group of twelve men who would become His apostles. Tom brings us a powerful lesson on what it means to follow Jesus. You can find the FREE study guide companion for this message at our web site, riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2012-01-22+The+Word+part+three.mp3 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 11:00:00 EST 36:06 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Jesus said John the Baptist was the greatest man ever born. Greater than Moses or Abraham? What made John so special? Tom teaches us about this unique man of God. Join us as we come to know the Living Word of God through a study of John's Gospel. Tom Hendrikse YOU Can Know the Living Word of God Jesus said John the Baptist was the greatest man ever born. Greater than Moses or Abraham? What made John so special? Tom teaches us about this unique man of God. Join us as we come to know the Living Word of God through a study of John's Gospel. You can find the FREE study guide companion for this message at our web site, riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2012-01-15+The+Word+part+two.mp3 Sun, 15 Jan 2012 11:00:00 EST 38:05 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A series from the Gospel of John. By knowing the written word of God, we come to know the Living Word of God--Jesus Christ, who brings order out of chaos, shines light into the darkness, fills all emptiness, and brings life from what was dead. Tom Hendrikse YOU Can Know the Living Word of God A series from the Gospel of John. By knowing the written word of God, we come to know the Living Word of God--Jesus Christ, who brings order out of chaos, shines light into the darkness, fills all emptiness, and brings life from what was dead. You can find the FREE study guide companion for this message at our web site, riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2012-01-08+The+Word+part+one.mp3 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 09:00:00 EST 36:07 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our Advent series on five of the 'I Am' statements of Jesus concludes with 'I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.' From John chapter 14. Probably the most iconic statement of Jesus and also the one most argued with, He claims to be THE way! Tom Hendrikse Jesus In His Own Words for Advent Our Advent series on five of the 'I Am' statements of Jesus concludes with 'I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life.' From John chapter 14. Probably the most iconic statement of Jesus and also the one most argued with, He claims to be THE way! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2011-12-24+I+Am+The+Way+The+Truth+and+The+Life.mp3 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 17:00:00 EST 22:11 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our Advent series on five of the 'I Am' statements of Jesus continues with 'I Am the Light of the World.' From John chapter 8. How does the Bible portray light? What does it mean for Jesus to declare Himself to be 'the Light?' Find out here! Tom Hendrikse Jesus In His Own Words for Advent Our Advent series on five of the 'I Am' statements of Jesus continues with 'I Am the Light of the World.' From John chapter 8. How does the Bible portray light? What does it mean for Jesus to declare Himself to be 'the Light?' Find out here! Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is formatted to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2011-12-18+I+Am+the+Light+of+the+World.mp3 Sun, 18 Dec 2011 09:00:00 EST 27:12 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our Advent series on five of the 'I Am' statements of Jesus continues with 'I Am the Door.' From John chapter 10, Jesus declares Himself to be the door and the good shepherd. This message will help you understand and appreciate those word pictures. Tom Hendrikse Jesus In His Own Words for Advent Our Advent series on five of the 'I Am' statements of Jesus continues with 'I Am the Door.' From John chapter 10, Jesus declares Himself to be the door and the good shepherd. This message will help you understand and appreciate those word pictures. Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is formatted to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2011-12-11+I+am+the+Door.mp3 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 09:00:00 EST 34:06 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our Advent series on the 'I Am' statements of Jesus continues with 'I Am the Bread of Life.' Physical bread is the daily sustainer of life and spiritual bread is the eternal source and sustainer of life everlasting. Tom Hendrikse Jesus In His Own Words for Advent Our Advent series on the 'I Am' statements of Jesus continues with 'I Am the Bread of Life.' Physical bread is the daily sustainer of life and spiritual bread is the eternal source and sustainer of life everlasting. Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2011-12-04+I+Am+the+Bread+of+Life.mp3 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 09:00:00 EST 33:25 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our Advent Series on five of the I Am statements of Jesus. Jesus proclaimed Himself, His very person, to be the source of life and the only answer to the brokenness and corruption of this world. Matt Lomenick Jesus In His Own Words for Advent Jesus proclaimed Himself, His very person, to be the source of life and the only answer to the brokenness and corruption of this world. Jesus made the bold claim that we are all dead spiritually and as good as dead physically, and that our only hope is to give our lives to the One who conquered death for all who would trust in Him. Behind the manger and the Magi and the shepherds and the carols and everything that we have come to understand as Christmas stands this radical Jewish rabbi who claimed to be the source of life--God Himself. Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2011-11-27+I+Am+The+Resurrection+and+The+Life+Matt+Lomenick..mp3 Sun, 27 Nov 2011 11:00:00 EST 38:20 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Jesus deserved the splendor of the Transfiguration, but he endured the agony of the Cross...so that we, who deserve the agony of the Cross, could inherit the eternal splendor of the Transfiguration! Sam Kastensmidt Suffering and Glory Jesus deserved the splendor of the Transfiguration, but he endured the agony of the Cross...so that we, who deserve the agony of the Cross, could inherit the eternal splendor of the Transfiguration! Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20111120+Transfigured+Christ+and+You+Sam+Kastensmidt.mp3 Sun, 20 Nov 2011 11:00:00 EST 52:41 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series on leveraging your life for Jesus concludes with a story from 2 Kings about the siege of Samaria. Sometimes God allows his people to be enslaved by another master, so they might see that true freedom comes in slavery to him, and repent. Tom Hendrikse God's Word and Generous Living Our series on leveraging your life for Jesus concludes with a story from 2 Kings about the siege of Samaria. Sometimes God allows his people to be enslaved by another master, so they might see that true freedom comes in slavery to him, and repent. Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20111113-Leverage-Your-Life-part-4.mp3 Sun, 13 Nov 2011 11:00:00 EST 32:55 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series on leveraging your life for Jesus continues with the subject of your time and talents. God has placed us all into a different role within the body of Christ, and given us the specific talents he wants us to have - AND use for him! Tom Hendrikse God's Word and Generous Living Our series on leveraging your life for Jesus continues with the subject of your time and talents. God has placed us all into a different role within the body of Christ, and given us the specific talents he wants us to have - AND use for him! Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20111106-Leverage-Your-Life-part-3.mp3 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 11:00:00 EST 47:06 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series on leveraging your life for Jesus continues with what is probably the most sensitive subject the church can discuss - your treasure. Your money and your possessions. God gave them to you as an INVESTMENT, he wants you to manage them for him! Tom Hendrikse God's Word and Generous Living Our series on leveraging your life for Jesus continues with what is probably the most sensitive subject the church can discuss - your treasure. Your money and your possessions. God gave them to you as an INVESTMENT, he wants you to manage them for him! Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20111030-Leverage-Your-Life-part-2.mp3 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 11:00:00 EDT 39:58 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus From Luke 9, Jesus tells those who truly desire to follow him what they do. Deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow him. What does that mean? Probably NOT what you think it does. Tom Hendrikse God's Word and Generous Living From Luke chapter 9, Jesus has a conversation with his disciples about what those who truly desire to follow him should do. Deny ourselves, take up our cross daily, and follow him. What does that mean? Probably NOT what you think it does. Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20111023-Leverage-Your-Life-part-1.mp3 Sun, 23 Oct 2011 11:00:00 EDT 42:23 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Real Faith Lives for God and not for Money. Our series from the book of James concludes. When you plan how to run and use your business, finances, money, and for that matter, life - do you take God into account? Tom Hendrikse Practical Christian Living Real Faith Lives for God and not for Money. Our series from the book of James concludes. When you plan how to run and use your business, finances, money, and for that matter, life - do you take God into account? Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20111016-Gods-Word-and-My-Everyday-Life-part-8.mp3 Sun, 16 Oct 2011 11:00:00 EDT 38:55 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus When you love, you do what is difficult willingly. Your sufferings of obedience will be a small price to pay, as knowledge of the one you serve makes your labors into pleasures. Paul says we are to follow Christ in this way. Ryan Brasington The Suffering of Willing Surrender When you love, you do what is difficult willingly. If all your thoughts are focused on what you have to give up for love, then your burden will be heavy and horrible. However, if your thoughts are focused on the one you love, then your heaviest burden becomes light to you and your most challenging demands become no inconvenience at all. Your sufferings of obedience will be a small price to pay, as knowledge of the one you serve makes your labors into pleasures. Paul says we are to follow Christ in this way. Knowing Christ whom you serve will make your labors and sufferings of obedience into pleasures. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20111009-Gain-or-Loss-Ryan-Brasington.mp3 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 09:00:00 EDT 40:30 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Real faith calls us to repentance. Our series from James continues as we look today as his call to action. We have seen what our lives should look like because of our faith. If God is calling you to come back to Him, James says repent and return! Tom Hendrikse Practical Christian Living Real faith calls us to repentance. Our series from James continues as we look today as his call to action. We have seen what our lives should look like because of our faith. If God is calling you to come back to Him, James says repent and return! Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20111002-Gods-Word-and-My-Everyday-Life-part-7.mp3 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 11:00:00 EDT 37:54 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Real faith lives according to a different kind of wisdom, and produces a very different kind of fruit. Our series from James continues as we look at the difference between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of the world. Tom Hendrikse Practical Christian Living Real faith lives according to a different kind of wisdom, and produces a very different kind of fruit. Our series from James continues as we look at the difference between the wisdom of God and the wisdom of the world. Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110925-Gods-Word-and-My-Everyday-Life-part-6.mp3 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 09:00:00 EDT 34:12 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Authentic faith shows up not only in how we live but also in how we speak. The words that we use and how we use them reveals what is going on in our hearts. If your tongue is never tamed at all, James says your faith cannot be real. Tom Hendrikse Practical Christian Living Authentic faith shows up not only in how we live but also in how we speak. The words that we use and how we use them reveals what is going on in our hearts. If your tongue is never tamed at all, James says your faith cannot be real. Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110918-Gods-Word-and-My-Everyday-Life-part-5.mp3 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 09:00:00 EDT 36:09 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the relationship between faith and works? If we are saved by faith alone, why does God command us to do good works? What ARE good works, anyway? Tom Hendrikse answers these questions as part of our series from the book of James. Tom Hendrikse Practical Christian Living What is the relationship between faith and works? If we are saved by faith alone, then what reason is there for doing good works? What does God expect us to do, and why? Tom Hendrikse answers those questions in this week's message. Listen to the sermon audio and get your copy of the study guide, which is newly reformulated to provide you with daily meditations that help you understand the message on a deeper level. You can download it for free from our website at www.riovistachurch.com. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110911-Gods-Word-and-My-Everyday-Life-part-4.mp3 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 09:00:00 EDT 36:51 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus From 1 John chapter 3. We examine the connection between Love and Obedience. Jesus not only saved us FROM sin, He saved us TO obedience. The love of God is transformational, and it ALWAYS transforms. Carter Brown Practical Christian Living From 1 John chapter 3. We examine the connection between Love and Obedience. Jesus not only saved us FROM sin, He saved us TO obedience. The love of God is transformational, and it ALWAYS transforms. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110904-Let-No-One-Decieve-You-Carter-Brown.mp3 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 11:00:00 EDT 38:58 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus From James chapter 2. Since we are new creations by God Himself, we must live that way and see things through the eyes of faith, including the poor and helpless among us. Real Faith Expresses Itself in Practical and Loving Acts of Mercy Toward the Poor. Tom Hendrikse Practical Christian Living From James chapter 2. Since we are new creations by God Himself, we must live that way and see things through the eyes of faith, including the poor and helpless among us. Real Faith Expresses Itself in Practical and Loving Acts of Mercy Toward the Poor. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110828-Gods-Word-and-My-Everyday-Life-part-3.mp3 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 09:00:00 EDT 32:03 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series from the book of James continues. This week James delivers the sobering message that real Christians don't just LISTEN TO God's Word, they also DO it! Tom Hendrikse Practical Christian Living Our series from the book of James continues. This week James delivers the sobering message that real Christians don't just LISTEN TO God's Word, they also DO it! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110821-Gods-Word-and-My-Everyday-Life-part-2.mp3 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 11:00:00 EDT 31:00 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A series of messages from the book of James. This week we begin where James does, considering the question of suffering. James offers his message: Don't waste your suffering! Tom Hendrikse Practical Christian Living A series of messages from the book of James. This week we begin where James does, considering the question of suffering. James offers his message: Don't waste your suffering! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110814-Gods-Word-and-My-Everyday-Life-part-1.mp3 Sun, 14 Aug 2011 11:00:00 EDT 37:24 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Series conclusion. What practices and disciplines can we employ to deepen and intensify our faith relationship to Christ, the connection through which his power will flow to us? Tom Hendrikse Glorify Him with every Area and Aspect of our Lives Series conclusion. What practices and disciplines can we employ to deepen and intensify our faith relationship to Christ, the connection through which his power will flow to us? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110807-Gods-Word-and-the-Pursuit-of-Holiness-part-3.mp3 Sun, 07 Aug 2011 11:00:00 EDT 37:59 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The daily pursuit of holiness is done as an act of worship in response to the gospel. But HOW is it done? By what power can it be accomplished? From Romans 11:34 - 12:1, and Galatians 2:20. Tom Hendrikse Glorify Him with every Area and Aspect of our Lives The daily pursuit of holiness is done as an act of worship in response to the gospel. But HOW is it done? By what power can it be accomplished? From Romans 11:34 - 12:1, and Galatians 2:20. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110731-Gods-Word-and-the-Pursuit-of-Holiness-part-2.mp3 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 09:00:00 EDT 28:00 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus As believers in Jesus, we need to wake up every single day and resolve to pursue a life of even more radical obedience to the perfectly holy law of God than we did the day before. This week, Tom answers the question of WHY we do this. Tom Hendrikse Glorify Him with every Area and Aspect of our Lives As believers in Jesus, we need to wake up every single day and resolve to pursue a life of even more radical obedience to the perfectly holy law of God than we did the day before. This week, Tom answers the question of WHY we do this. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110724-Gods-Word-and-the-Pursuit-of-Holiness-part-1.mp3 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 09:00:00 EDT 38:51 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Conclusion to our two part series on serving. Serving others restores the shalom (peace) of God that He originally planned for this world. And you cannot find that peace apart from the community of God's people. Matt Lomenick Restoring Peace by Serving God Conclusion to our two part series on serving. Serving others restores the shalom (peace) of God that He originally planned for this world. And you cannot find that peace apart from the community of God's people. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110717-Gods-Word-and-Serving-part-2-Matt-Lomenick.mp3 Sun, 17 Jul 2011 09:00:00 EDT 48:57 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Ministry Operations Pastor Matt Lomenick begins a two-part series on the topic of God's Word and Serving. Healthy, biblical, and uniquely Christian service begins with a response to who God is and what He's done. Matt Lomenick How to Avoid Frustration in Serving God Ministry Operations Pastor Matt Lomenick begins a two-part series on the topic of God's Word and Serving. Healthy, biblical, and uniquely Christian service begins with a response to who God is and what He's done. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110710-Gods-Word-and-Serving-part-1-Matt-Lomenick.mp3 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 11:00:00 EDT 39:34 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus From Psalm 22, Worship Pastor Ryan Brasington takes us through David's journey from suffering to singing praises in the midst of the congregation, a journey which was mirrored by Jesus Christ himself. Today the Savior stands in OUR midst singing praises! Ryan Brasington The Journey From Suffering to Singing From Psalm 22, Worship Pastor Ryan Brasington takes us through David's journey from suffering to singing praises in the midst of the congregation, a journey which was mirrored by Jesus Christ himself. Today the Savior stands in OUR midst singing praises! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110703-One-Voice-Psalm-22-Ryan-Brasington.mp3 Sun, 03 Jul 2011 11:00:00 EDT 28:49 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus From Psalm 44, Tom Hendrikse tackles one of the most persistent and difficult questions for any believer to answer. If God is there, why does he allow suffering? How should we respond as people of faith when we face undeserved suffering? Tom Hendrikse The Response of Faith to Suffering From Psalm 44, Tom Hendrikse tackles one of the most persistent and difficult questions for any believer to answer. If God is there, why does he allow suffering? How should we respond as people of faith when we face undeserved suffering? Tom gives the reason why God allows and sometimes even causes suffering. The suprisingly honest answer will be an encouragement to you! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110626-Why-Do-Good-People-Suffer-Psalm-44.mp3 Sun, 26 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EDT 32:20 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus In this Father's Day sermon from Psalm 16, Tom Hendrikse looks at the pressure and expectations of being a husband and father. He explains how to find true peace and rest in God, even in the midst of down times. Tom Hendrikse Pressure, Expectations, and True Peace In this Father's Day sermon from Psalm 16, Tom Hendrikse looks at the pressure and expectations of being a husband and father. He explains how to find true peace and rest in God, even in the midst of down times. When is something bad actually good? When it drives us publicly to God. This message is packed with practical advice for everyone facing a crisis in these down times. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110619-God-Our-Refuge-(Psalm-16)-Fathers-Day.mp3 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST 28:09 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series on prayer concludes. This week we look at the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector from Luke chapter 18, where we learn that when we come before God in prayer, we need to do so humbly. Tom Hendrikse Know the Word, Live the Word: Prayer Our series on prayer concludes. This week we look at the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector from Luke chapter 18, where we learn that when we come before God in prayer, we need to do so humbly. Whatever we ask for, forgiveness or anything else, we must ask on the basis of the righteousness of Christ. No other reason is valid. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110612-Gods-Word-and-Prayer-Part-4.mp3 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST 36:18 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series on prayer continues. This week we look at the parable of the unjust judge and the widow from Luke chapter 18, where we learn that we ought to pray persistently and not lose heart when it seems like God is not answering. Tom Hendrikse Know the Word, Live the Word: Prayer Our series on prayer continues. This week we look at the parable of the unjust judge and the widow from Luke chapter 18, where we learn that we ought to pray persistently and not lose heart when it seems like God is not answering. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110605-Gods-Word-and-Prayer-Part-3.mp3 Sun, 05 Jun 2011 09:00:00 EST 27:22 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Youth Sunday 2011. Carter Brown preaches a message on crucifying yourself to the world, and the world to yourself. Let your faith authentically shape your world! Carter Brown Radical Living By Faith Youth Sunday 2011. Carter Brown preaches a message on crucifying yourself to the world, and the world to yourself. Let your faith authentically shape your world! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110529-Stand-In-The-Shadow-Youth-Sunday-Carter-Brown.mp3 Sun, 29 May 2011 11:00:00 EST 34:21 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series on the basic principles of the Christian life continues the study of prayer. This week Tom discusses the attitude we should have as we pray. Tom Hendrikse Know the Word, Live the Word: Prayer Our series on the basic principles of the Christian life continues the study of prayer. This week Tom discusses the attitude we should have as we pray. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110522-Gods-Word-and-Prayer-Part-2.mp3 Sun, 22 May 2011 09:00:00 EST 30:26 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus We continue our mission for 2011, to Know the Word and Live the Word, with another series on the fundamentals of Christian Living. We study the Lord's Prayer as a model for our own prayers, and we talk about what it means to pray in a sincere manner. Tom Hendrikse Know the Word, Live the Word: Prayer We continue our mission for 2011, to Know the Word and Live the Word, with another series on the fundamentals of Christian Living. We study the Lord's Prayer as a model for our own prayers, and we talk about what it means to pray in a sincere manner. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110515-Gods-Word-and-Prayer-Part-1.mp3 Sun, 15 May 2011 09:00:00 EST 35:22 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A Mother's Day sermon for 2011, from the book of Ruth. She sacrificed and God honored it, and her. Tom Hendrikse Mother's Day 2011 A Mother's Day sermon for 2011, from the book of Ruth. She sacrificed and God honored it, and her. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110508-That-You-Should-Take-Notice-of-Me-Mothers-Day.mp3 Sun, 08 May 2011 09:00:00 EST 33:47 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A study from the book of Isaiah looking at the Servant Songs. What makes God break into song? What inspires his mind and moves his soul? This week we look at the final song from Isaiah 52:13-53:12. An Easter Song about the suffering Servant. Tom Hendrikse The music in God's soul: What inspires and moves him? A study from the book of Isaiah looking at the Servant Songs. What makes God break into song? What inspires his mind and moves his soul? This week we look at the final song from Isaiah 52:13-53:12. An Easter Song about the suffering Servant. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110424-Gods-Word-and-Salvations-Song-part-3.mp3 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 09:00:00 EST 32:01 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A study from the book of Isaiah looking at the Servant Songs. What makes God break into song? What inspires his mind and moves his soul? Is it the same thing that inspires and moves us? This week we look at the second song from Isaiah 49:1-7. Tom Hendrikse The music in God's soul: What inspires and moves him? A study from the book of Isaiah looking at the Servant Songs. What makes God break into song? What inspires his mind and moves his soul? Is it the same thing that inspires and moves us? This week we look at the second song from Isaiah 49:1-7. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110417-Gods-Word-and-Salvations-Song-part-2.mp3 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 09:00:00 EST 26:28 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A study from the book of Isaiah looking at the Servant Songs. What makes God break into song? What inspires his mind and moves his soul? Is it the same thing that inspires and moves us? Join us for this series and find out! Tom Hendrikse The music in God's soul: What inspires and moves him? A study from the book of Isaiah looking at the Servant Songs. What makes God break into song? What inspires his mind and moves his soul? Is it the same thing that inspires and moves us? Join us for this series and find out! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110403-Gods-Word-and-Salvations-Song-part-1.mp3 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 09:00:00 EST 27:26 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series on finding God's will for our lives, that is, finding out what God wants us to do, concludes this week. We study questions five and six from the list of six questions to ask ourselves when seeking God's will. Tom Hendrikse How can we know what God wants us to do? Our series on finding God's will for our lives, that is, finding out what God wants us to do, concludes this week. We study questions five and six from the list of six questions to ask ourselves when seeking God's will. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110327-Gods-Will-part-4.mp3 Sun, 27 Mar 2011 09:00:00 EST 30:52 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus From Proverbs chapter 2, our Director of Student Ministries, Carter Brown, speaks to us about the value of wisdom and about what we can do to manifest wisdom in our lives. Carter Brown Wisdom from the Proverbs From Proverbs chapter 2, our Director of Student Ministries, Carter Brown, speaks to us about the value of wisdom and about what we can do to manifest wisdom in our lives. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110320-The-Value-of-Wisdom-Carter-Brown.mp3 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 09:00:00 EST 39:55 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus This week, Tom covers the third and fourth questions to ask when you're trying to find what it is God wants you to do (in other words, find his will for your life). What does wise counsel say? and What do my circumstances say? Tom Hendrikse How can we know what God wants us to do? This week, Tom covers the third and fourth questions to ask when you're trying to find what it is God wants you to do (in other words, find his will for your life). What does wise counsel say? and What do my circumstances say? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2011-03-13-Gods-Will-part-3.mp3 Sun, 13 Mar 2011 11:00:00 EST 31:53 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Know the word, live the word in 2011! Six questions to ask when you want to know what God wants you to do (in other words, to find his will for your life). This week Tom covers numbers 1 and 2. Tom Hendrikse How can we know what God wants us to do? Know the word, live the word in 2011! Six questions to ask when you want to know what God wants you to do (in other words, to find his will for your life). This week Tom covers numbers 1 and 2. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2011-03-06-Gods-Will-part-2.mp3 Sun, 06 Mar 2011 09:00:00 EST 26:15 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The next chapter in our mission to know the word and live the word begins! What does this book tell us about what God wants us to do? This week we look at God's GENERAL will. His goals, purposes, and commands that apply generally to ALL of us. Tom Hendrikse How can we know what God wants us to do? The next chapter in our mission to know the word and live the word begins! What does this book tell us about what God wants us to do? This week we look at God's GENERAL will. His goals, purposes, and commands that apply generally to ALL of us. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/2011-02-27-Gods-Will-part-1.mp3 Sun, 27 Feb 2011 11:00:00 EST 34:49 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus In the darkest of times, at the lowest point, that is where we often find the defining moments of our lives. How will we respond? Will we find God in the middle of the ashes? Dr. Bob Barnes What do you do when the difficulties take place? In the darkest of times, at the lowest point, that is where we often find the defining moments of our lives. How will we respond? Will we find God in the middle of the ashes? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110220-Taking-Your-Defining-Moment-Bob-Barnes.mp3 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 11:00:00 EST 39:32 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A study from the book of Hebrews, examining the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Convenant. Looking at many familiar stories with gospel eyes gives them new life. Know the word, live the word! Sam Kastensmidt Become a student of the Word and bear fruit! A study from the book of Hebrews, examining the Tabernacle and the Ark of the Convenant. Looking at many familiar stories with gospel eyes gives them new life. Know the word, live the word! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110213-Gods-Most-Holy-Place-SamK.mp3 Sun, 13 Feb 2011 11:00:00 EST 45:01 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series from Colossians concludes by examining what it looks like when you are knowing the word and living the word in your marriage, your family, and your workplace. Drop all your defenses and let the word of God speak to you about this! Tom Hendrikse Become a student of the Word and bear fruit! Our series from Colossians concludes by examining what it looks like when you are knowing the word and living the word in your marriage, your family, and your workplace. Drop all your defenses and let the word of God speak to you about this! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110206-Know-The-Word-Live-The-Word-Part-5.mp3 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 11:00:00 EST 37:01 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series from the book of Colossians continues by asking the question of how we go about living like the new you that God declares us to be. When we do not look new or act new, why not? What are we not doing? Tom Hendrikse Become a student of the Word and bear fruit! Our series from the book of Colossians continues by asking the question of how we go about living like the new you that God declares us to be. When we do not look new or act new, why not? What are we not doing? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110130-Know-The-Word-Live-The-Word-Part-4.mp3 Sun, 30 Jan 2011 11:00:00 EST 36:20 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series from the book of Colossians continues with warnings about avoiding the human traditions and philosophies that would take us captive with their plausible arguments and keep us from the true gospel. Tom Hendrikse Become a student of the Word and bear fruit! Our series from the book of Colossians continues with warnings about avoiding the human traditions and philosophies that would take us captive with their plausible arguments and keep us from the true gospel. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110123-Know-The-Word-Live-The-Word-part-3.mp3 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 09:00:00 EST 33:59 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series from the book of Colossians continues. The apostle Paul describes images of our great God and king, Jesus Christ, almost like an art museum of words. Come and join us as we savor the paintings and worship him for who he is! Tom Hendrikse Become a student of the Word and bear fruit! Our series from the book of Colossians continues. The apostle Paul describes images of our great God and king, Jesus Christ, almost like an art museum of words. Come and join us as we savor the paintings and worship him for who he is! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110116-Know-The-Word-Live-The-Word-part-2.mp3 Sun, 16 Jan 2011 11:00:00 EST 35:57 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The first message in a new series from the book of Colossians and the kickoff to Rio's 2011 campaign to become students of the Word, live it out, and bear fruit. Tom Hendrikse Become a student of the Word and bear fruit! The first message in a new series from the book of Colossians and the kickoff to Rio's 2011 campaign to become students of the Word, live it out, and bear fruit. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110109-Know-The-Word-Live-The-Word-part-1.mp3 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 09:00:00 EST 35:48 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus From the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand, we see an example of true compassion in action. True compassion changes things about you. True compassion acts even when it seems impossible, because Jesus will provide the resources. Dr. Sam Lamerson Challenged To Act With Compassion From the story of Jesus feeding the five thousand, we see an example of true compassion in action. True compassion changes things about you. True compassion acts even when it seems impossible, because Jesus will provide the resources. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20110102-Compassion-In-The-New-Year-Sam-Lamerson.mp3 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 11:00:00 EST 24:10 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus For many, perhaps even most, 2010 was a difficult year. And there is no guarantee 2011 will be better. Jesus told his disciples that he was sending them into the world like sheep among wolves. The comfort to both is the same. We have a wonderful shepherd! Dr. Sam Lamerson Comfort in our wonderful shepherd For many, perhaps even most, 2010 was a difficult year. And there is no guarantee 2011 will be better. Jesus told his disciples that he was sending them into the world like sheep among wolves. The comfort to both is the same. We have a wonderful shepherd! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101226-A-Difficult-Year-Sam-Lamerson.mp3 Sun, 26 Dec 2010 11:00:00 EST 33:35 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Tom Hendrikse relates the story of visiting the cave in Bethlehem were tradition holds that Jesus was born. The transcendent God clothed himself in infant flesh. Tom Hendrikse Christmas Eve Service Tom Hendrikse relates the story of visiting the cave in Bethlehem were tradition holds that Jesus was born. The transcendent God clothed himself in infant flesh. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101224-Christmas-Eve.mp3 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 17:30:00 EST 31:10 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our series concludes with the story of the magi and their journey to find the child who had been born King of the Jews. God teaches us a lot through this story, which is a fulfillment of prophecies made seven centuries before! Tom Hendrikse Advent Series Our series concludes with the story of the magi and their journey to find the child who had been born King of the Jews. God teaches us a lot through this story, which is a fulfillment of prophecies made seven centuries before! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101219-God-Gave-part-4.mp3 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 11:00:00 EST 34:22 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus We continue in our series looking at the gift and the cost of Christmas by talking about Joseph, Mary's husband. There was a cost to him for this first Christmas as well. How did he respond? What can we learn from him? Matt Lomenick Advent Series We continue in our series looking at the gift and the cost of Christmas by talking about Joseph, Mary's husband. There was a cost to him for this first Christmas as well. How did he respond? What can we learn from him? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101212-God-Gave-part-3-Matt.mp3 Sun, 12 Dec 2010 11:00:00 EST 35:14 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Mary was willing to pay any cost to bring forth the gift of God's Son. Even though she could count the people who believed her story on the fingers of one hand, she looked with eyes of faith at what God called her to do, and called herself blessed! Tom Hendrikse Advent Series Mary was willing to pay any cost to bring forth the gift of God's Son. Even though she could count the people who believed her story on the fingers of one hand, she looked with eyes of faith at what God called her to do, and called herself blessed! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101205-God-Gave-part-2.mp3 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 11:00:00 EST 33:35 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus There is a gift and a cost to Christmas, not just for God, but for God's people as well. We are to replicate the gift of God to us in Christ by doing for others what God has done for us: meeting the genuine needs of genuinely needy people. Tom Hendrikse Advent Series There is a gift and a cost to Christmas, not just for God, but for God's people as well. We are to replicate the gift of God to us in Christ by doing for others what God has done for us: meeting the genuine needs of genuinely needy people. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101128-God-Gave-part-1.mp3 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 11:00:00 EST 30:17 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus In Revelation, Jesus sends seven letters to churches, the last one being to the church at Laodecia. This sermon examines that letter and what we can learn from it about radical living for Christ. Carter Brown Radical living and avoiding the middle In Revelation, Jesus sends seven letters to churches, the last one being to the church at Laodecia. This sermon examines that letter and what we can learn from it about radical living for Christ. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101121-Fanatic-Carter-Brown.mp3 Sun, 21 Nov 2010 11:00:00 EST 29:41 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The pursuit of happiness. It's the American dream, right? The decision to follow Christ creates a new normal for us, one in which we transition from living for ourselves to living for him. Before you chase your dreams, be sure you have the right dreams. Matt Lomenick Redefining contemporary culture in light of the gospel The pursuit of happiness. It's the American dream, right? The decision to follow Christ creates a new normal for us, one in which we transition from living for ourselves to living for him. Before you chase your dreams, be sure you have the right dreams. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101114-The-New-Normal-Matt.mp3 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 11:00:00 EST 44:45 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Series Conclusion. From 2 Peter ch. 3, Tom answers the questions of what happens next in God's plan for the end of this world, what is the real truth about the Rapture, and how should knowing these things affect the way we live? Tom Hendrikse The Worthiness of God Series Series Conclusion. From 2 Peter ch. 3, Tom answers the questions of what happens next in God's plan for the end of this world, what is the real truth about the Rapture, and how should knowing these things affect the way we live? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101107-The-Worthiness-of-God-part-5.mp3 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 11:00:00 EST 36:54 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Examining the prophecies in Matthew 24 in order to better understand whether the book of Revelation refers to what has past or what is yet to come. Tom Hendrikse The Worthiness of God Series Examining the prophecies in Matthew 24 in order to better understand whether the book of Revelation refers to what has past or what is yet to come. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101031-The-Worthiness-of-God-part-4.mp3 Sun, 31 Oct 2010 11:00:00 EDT 49:04 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A study in Revelation chapters 4 and 5. God gives a vision of Himself to encourage His people. Tom Hendrikse The Worthiness of God Series A study in Revelation chapters 4 and 5. God gives a vision of Himself to encourage His people. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101024-The-Worthiness-of-God-part-3.mp3 Sun, 24 Oct 2010 11:00:00 EDT 41:09 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Our study in Revelation chapters 4 and 5 continues. God chose to reveal certain things about Himself to John and instructed John to write them down for His people. Why? Which people was God thinking of, and how does it apply to us today? Tom Hendrikse The Worthiness of God Series Our study in Revelation chapters 4 and 5 continues. God chose to reveal certain things about Himself to John and instructed John to write them down for His people. Why? Which people was God thinking of, and how does it apply to us today? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101017-The-Worthiness-of-God-part-2.mp3 Sun, 17 Oct 2010 09:00:00 EDT 36:50 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The beginning of a new series in which we take in the vision of God seated on His throne from Revelations chapter 4. This vision has layers of meaning upon meaning, all of which - when we learn them - give us reason to worship a God who is worthy! Tom Hendrikse The Worthiness of God Series The beginning of a new series in which we take in the vision of God seated on His throne from Revelations chapter 4. This vision has layers of meaning upon meaning, all of which - when we learn them - give us reason to worship a God who is worthy! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101010-The-Worthiness-of-God-part-1.mp3 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 11:00:00 EDT 37:01 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The conclusion to our series on gathering for worship. God calls us to not only set aside the hour we gather as holy, but also the entire day. Tom Hendrikse The Gather Series The conclusion to our series on gathering for worship. God calls us to not only set aside the hour we gather as holy, but also the entire day. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20101003-Gathering-Sets-Us-Free.mp3 Sun, 03 Oct 2010 11:00:00 EDT 36:05 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus God makes promises to His people. When we gather to worship Him, we claim those promises and connect with the covenant family. This message also contains a discussion regarding the sacraments and how our church observes them. Ryan Brasington The Gather Series God makes promises to His people. When we gather to worship Him, we claim those promises and connect with the covenant family. This message also contains a discussion regarding the sacraments and how our church observes them. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100926-Gathering-Renews-Gods-Promise-Ryan.mp3 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 11:00:00 EDT 34:46 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus When we gather for worship on Sunday mornings, we give our praise and worship to an audience of one - God. We tell and re-tell of His glory, and of His grace and mercy in forgiving us. This sermon explores that telling and re-telling. Tom Hendrikse The Gather Series When we gather for worship on Sunday mornings, we give our praise and worship to an audience of one - God. We tell and re-tell of His glory, and of His grace and mercy in forgiving us. This sermon explores that telling and re-telling. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100919-Gathering-Tells-Gods-Story.mp3 Sun, 19 Sep 2010 09:00:00 EDT 39:33 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus We gather for worship on Sunday mornings. Why? What do we want when we do that? How does God view our worship? This sermon makes the powerful point that worship is not about us, but rather worship is about God. He is the audience to our worship. Tom Hendrikse The Gather Series We gather for worship on Sunday mornings. Why? What do we want when we do that? How does God view our worship? This sermon makes the powerful point that worship is not about us, but rather worship is about God. He is the audience to our worship. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100912-Gathering-is-About-God.mp3 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 11:00:00 EDT 42:28 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Carter Brown, director of student ministries at Rio Vista Community Church, preaches on what was learned from the Berlin missions trip. Carter Brown The Gospel to the World Carter Brown, director of student ministries at Rio Vista Community Church, preaches on what was learned from the Berlin missions trip. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100905-Love-Like-Cain-Carter.mp3 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 11:00:00 EDT 29:35 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Doug Souder, president of 4Kids South Florida, brings us a message about the awesome diversity within the kingdom of God. The faces of God's family might look very different from your own. Jesus embraced this and so must we! Doug Souder Diversity in God's family Doug Souder, president of 4Kids South Florida, brings us a message about the awesome diversity within the kingdom of God. The faces of God's family might look very different from your own. Jesus embraced this and so must we! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100829-Gods-Family-Doug-Souder.mp3 Sun, 29 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EDT 50:23 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus All around us, every day, we see the homeless and the hungry. To our eyes, they seem very different from us. But are they? In this sermon, Tom introduces a multi-church initiative for dealing with homelessness in South Florida. Tom Hendrikse Dealing with homelessness in our community All around us, every day, we see the homeless and the hungry. To our eyes, they seem very different from us. But are they? In this sermon, Tom introduces a multi-church initiative for dealing with homelessness in South Florida. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100822-Hope-for-South-Florida.mp3 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 09:00:00 EDT 32:24 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The story of Joseph concludes. He is reconciled to his family, fulfills God's purpose for his life in Egypt, and dies after a long and satisfying life. What the brothers meant for evil, God meant for good. In the end, Joseph was allowed to see that. Tom Hendrikse Does God really control ALL things? The story of Joseph concludes. He is reconciled to his family, fulfills God's purpose for his life in Egypt, and dies after a long and satisfying life. What the brothers meant for evil, God meant for good. In the end, Joseph was allowed to see that. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100815-Providence-of-God-Joseph.mp3 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 09:00:00 EDT 35:54 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The Lord is with Joseph as he languishes in the Pharoah's dungeon. He rises to the top, as the jailor puts him in charge of all things. Joseph still believes God will interpret dreams through him, and he interprets the dreams of two of Pharoah's servants. Tom Hendrikse Does God really control ALL things? The Lord is with Joseph as he languishes in the Pharoah's dungeon. He rises to the top, as the jailor puts him in charge of all things. Joseph still believes God will interpret dreams through him, and he interprets the dreams of two of Pharoah's servants. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100808-Providence-of-God-Joseph.mp3 Sun, 08 Aug 2010 09:00:00 EDT 41:52 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Joseph faces personal suffering and injustice. For years, he is in the pit of pharoah's dungeon. Despite that, Joseph never loses his trust in God. And God gives Joseph what he needs to enable him to do his part in the big plan. Tom Hendrikse Does God really control ALL things? Joseph faces personal suffering and injustice. For years, he is in the pit of pharoah's dungeon. Despite that, Joseph never loses his trust in God. And God gives Joseph what he needs to enable him to do his part in the big plan. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100801-Providence-of-God-Joseph.mp3 Sun, 01 Aug 2010 11:00:00 EDT 37:29 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Two responses to sexual temptation, Joseph and his brother Judah. Joseph was confident that God had control of his life and refused to give in to sin. Judah was exposed as a hypocrite and learned a lesson about righteousness. Tom Hendrikse Does God really control ALL things? Two responses to sexual temptation, Joseph and his brother Judah. Joseph was confident that God had control of his life and refused to give in to sin. Judah was exposed as a hypocrite and learned a lesson about righteousness. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100725-Providence-of-God-Joseph.mp3 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EDT 40:53 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Tom begins a new series on the providence of God, based upon the life of Joseph. Seemingly favored by God, Joseph was crushed by one bad circumstance after another. But he never lost sight of God. Tom Hendrikse Does God really control ALL things? Tom begins a new series on the providence of God, based upon the life of Joseph. Seemingly favored by God, Joseph was crushed by one bad circumstance after another. But he never lost sight of God. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100718-Providence-of-God-Joseph.mp3 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 11:00:00 EDT 39:41 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus How often do you hear others ask why bad things happen to good people, while at the same time bad people prosper? Do YOU ask that question? This week, Tom opens Psalm 49 to teach us what wisdom says about how we should react when bad people prosper. Tom Hendrikse How should you react when the wicked prosper? How often do you hear others ask why bad things happen to good people, while at the same time bad people prosper? Do YOU ask that question? This week, Tom opens Psalm 49 to teach us what wisdom says about how we should react when bad people prosper. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100711-Wisdom-Psalm-49.mp3 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 11:00:00 EDT 40:35 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Jesus attends a party at the home of Simon, a Pharisee. A woman comes to him and washes his feet. When Simon objects, Jesus tells him a parable forgiveness and gratitude. Jesus was not the friend even of big sinners, he was the friend ONLY of big sinners. Brad Schmidt Jesus wasn't a friend EVEN to big sinners, he was a friend ONLY to big sinners. Jesus attends a party at the home of Simon, a Pharisee. A woman comes to him and washes his feet. When Simon objects, Jesus tells him a parable forgiveness and gratitude. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100704-Friend-of-Sinners-Brad-Schmidt.mp3 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 09:00:00 EDT 38:18 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Principles that should shape our lives as we live in these, the Last Days. Matt Lomenick How then should we live? Following up to Tom's series on what the new city in heaven will be like, Matt Lomenick preaches a sermon on how we should be living in these, the Last Days. No end of the world gloom here, just good, practical principles. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100627-Living-in-the-Last-Days-Matt.mp3 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 11:00:00 EDT 42:04 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus On Father's Day 2010, a sermon on one father's advice to his sons, found in Proverbs chapter 30. Tom Hendrikse A father's advice On Father's Day 2010, a sermon on one father's advice to his sons, found in Proverbs chapter 30. In this instance, the father chose to share this advice in the form of a riddle. Why? Listen to the sermon and find out. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100620-One-Thing-Fathers-Day.mp3 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 11:00:00 EDT 40:45 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The story of David and how we can experience forgiveness. Tom Hendrikse Finding forgiveness The story of David and how we can experience forgiveness. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100613-Forgiven-Psalm-51.mp3 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 11:00:00 EDT 37:01 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Part 5 of a series based on Revelation chapter 21 and chapter 22:1-5. Tom concludes the series by explaining that the vision John saw of a Heavenly City was describing the people of God, finally living as Eden was meant to be! Tom Hendrikse What will heaven be like? Part 5 of a series based on Revelation chapter 21 and chapter 22:1-5. Tom concludes the series by explaining that the vision John saw of a Heavenly City was describing the people of God, finally living as Eden was meant to be! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100606-The-Hope-of-Heaven-part-5.mp3 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 11:00:00 EDT 30:02 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Part 4 of a series based on Revelation chapter 21 and chapter 22 verses 1 through 5, covering the new heavens and the new earth. What will they be like? This week Tom goes deeper into describing the vision of the new heavenly city that John sees. Tom Hendrikse What will heaven be like? Part 4 of a series based on Revelation chapter 21 and chapter 22 verses 1 through 5, covering the new heavens and the new earth. What will they be like? This week Tom goes deeper into describing the vision of the new heavenly city that John sees. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100530-The-Hope-of-Heaven-part-4.mp3 Sun, 30 May 2010 11:00:00 EDT 32:05 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Part 3 of a series based on Revelation chapter 21 and chapter 22 verses 1 through 5, covering the new heavens and the new earth. What will they be like? This week Tom explains the new city that John sees as part of his vision. Tom Hendrikse What will heaven be like? Part 3 of a series based on Revelation chapter 21 and chapter 22 verses 1 through 5, covering the new heavens and the new earth. What will they be like? This week Tom explains the new city that John sees as part of his vision. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100523-The-Hope-of-Heaven-part-3.mp3 Sun, 23 May 2010 11:00:00 EDT 32:27 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Part 2 of a series based in Revelation chapter 21 and 22:1-5, covering the new heavens and the new earth. What will they be like? Tom Hendrikse What will heaven be like? Part 2 of a series based in Revelation chapter 21 and 22:1-5, covering the new heavens and the new earth. What will they be like? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100516-The-Hope-of-Heaven-part-2.mp3 Sun, 16 May 2010 11:00:00 EDT 40:58 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Do you know someone who is a perfect mother? Do you feel the pressure to be Super Mom yourself? Tom examines the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and discovers what it was about her that earned her the title Most Favored of God. Tom Hendrikse Can anyone be a perfect mother? Do you know someone who is a perfect mother? Do you feel the pressure to be Super Mom yourself? Tom examines the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and discovers what it was about her that earned her the title Most Favored of God. A warm, funny, and engaging message that will touch the heart of any mother. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100509-Mothers-Day.mp3 Sun, 09 May 2010 11:00:00 EDT 31:08 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The start of a new series based in Revelation chapter 21 and 22:1-5, covering the new heavens and the new earth. What will they be like? This week, Tom answers questions people have asked him in the weeks leading up to this series. Tom Hendrikse Questions from the silly to the serious The start of a new series based in Revelation chapter 21 and 22:1-5, covering the new heavens and the new earth. What will they be like? This week, Tom answers questions people have asked him in the weeks leading up to this series. Some of them are, perhaps, light-hearted (will your pet join you in heaven?), while others of them are more theologically serious (what about the end times – will there be this “Rapture” we’ve heard about?). Tom spends this sermon addressing the questions, to clear the decks for his teaching from Revelation chapter 21 and 22. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100502-The-Hope-of-Heaven-questions-and-answers.mp3 Sun, 02 May 2010 09:00:00 EDT 37:40 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A sermon on what our purpose is at Rio Vista Community Church: to share life in Christ with those around us! Part of a special Sunday experience that included a workshop after the service, followed by lunch for the entire church. Tom Hendrikse How and why we do it A sermon on what our purpose is at Rio Vista Community Church: to share life in Christ with those around us! Part of a special Sunday experience that included a workshop after the service, followed by lunch for the entire church. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100425-Share-Life.mp3 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EDT 35:12 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus How do you handle it when you feel like you're doing the best you can for God, yet things aren't turning out right for you? Where is God at those times? Why doesn't He DO something for you and make your life better? Jesus answers this question in Matthew chapter 20. Dr. Sam Lamerson Facing disappointment How do you handle it when you feel like you're doing the best you can for God, yet things aren't turning out right for you? Where is God at those times? Why doesn't He DO something for you and make your life better? Jesus answers this question in Matthew chapter 20. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100418-What-To-Do-When-Life-Isnt-Fair-Sam-Lamerson.mp3 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EDT 23:27 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The story of Moses, Aaron, and the golden calf. Are we like the people who cried out for a God they could touch, or like Moses who offered himself to save his people? Carter Brown The story of Moses, Aaron, and the golden calf. Are we like the people who cried out for a God they could touch, or like Moses who offered himself to save his people? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100411-Like-Them-Or-Like-Him-Carter.mp3 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EDT 29:11 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The story of the resurrection and celebration of Jesus, from Psalm 22. 1000 years before He was born and 300 years before crucifixion was invented, David tells the story of how Jesus would die. Tom Hendrikse The story of the resurrection and celebration of Jesus, from Psalm 22. 1000 years before He was born and 300 years before crucifixion was invented, David tells the story of how Jesus would die. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100404-One-Story-Part-Two-Easter.mp3 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 11:00:00 EDT 29:49 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The crowd gathered to watch Jesus enter the city. They spread their cloaks and laid branches before him. They were looking for a king. They got one, not the king they were looking for, but the king they truly needed. From Psalm 72. Tom Hendrikse The crowd gathered to watch Jesus enter the city. They spread their cloaks and laid branches before him. They were looking for a king. They got one, not the king they were looking for, but the king they truly needed. Psalm 72 http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100328-One-Story-Palm-Sunday.mp3 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 09:00:00 EDT 35:21 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Sin likes to hide. So God has shone the light of His Word into the caverns of our lives to expose sin, to search our thoughts and intentions, and to transform us into the image of Christ. Ryan Brasington Sin likes to hide. So God has shone the light of His Word into the caverns of our lives to expose sin, to search our thoughts and intentions, and to transform us into the image of Christ. Exodus 34:29-35 http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100321-Gods-Word-The-Searchlight-(Ryan).mp3 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 09:00:00 EDT 25:42 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the Kingdom and Prayer. How should we pray? When and why should we pray? Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the Kingdom and Prayer. How should we pray? When and why should we pray? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100314-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-10.mp3 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 11:00:00 EDT 24:13 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Matt fills in for Tom and teaches on the kingdom and status. Matt Lomenick What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Matt fills in for Tom and teaches on the kingdom and status. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100307-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-9-Matt.mp3 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 09:00:00 EST 29:32 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the kingdom and true wealth. When Jesus talks about money, do you listen? Is what you have REALLY yours? Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the kingdom and true wealth. When Jesus talks about money, do you listen? Is what you have REALLY yours? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100228-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-8.mp3 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST 26:16 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the kingdom and security. What do you focus on to provide for your future - God or yourself? Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the kingdom and security. What do you focus on to provide for your future - God or yourself? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100221-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-7.mp3 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST 27:15 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the kingdom and forgiveness. What are you holding on to that you should be letting go of? Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What does it ask of you and what does it offer you? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the kingdom and forgiveness. What are you holding on to that you should be letting go of? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100214-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-6.mp3 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST 30:24 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What price must be paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the kingdom and priorities. How are yours set? Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What price must be paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the kingdom and priorities. How are yours set? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100207-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-5.mp3 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 11:00:00 EST 26:17 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What price must be paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the subject of evil. Why does God allow it? Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What price must be paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. This week Tom teaches on the subject of evil. Why does God allow it? Is the presence of evil somehow beneficial to us? You might be surprised at what Jesus has to say about it. His disciples certainly were. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100131-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-4.mp3 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 11:00:00 EST 30:33 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What price must be paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. The focus this week continues on the kingdom and the lost. Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What price must be paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. This week, Tom continues to talk about the kingdom and the lost. How does God feel about those who are not yet a part of the kingdom? What should we do for them? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100124-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-3.mp3 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 11:00:00 EST 38:39 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What price must be paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. The focus this week is on the kingdom and the lost. Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for this kingdom to be built? What price must be paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. This week, Tom talks about the kingdom and the lost. How does God feel about those who are not yet a part of the kingdom? What should we do for them? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100117-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-2.mp3 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 11:00:00 EST 29:34 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for it to be built? What price has been paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. Tom Hendrikse What is the Kingdom of God? How does God intend for it to be built? What price has been paid by those seeking to build it? This series explores these questions. This week, Tom tells us about the circumstances surrounding Calvin's seminary in the 16th century and what those early builders of the kingdom faced. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100110-The-Kingdom-and-the-Heart-of-Man-part-1.mp3 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 11:00:00 EST 26:40 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus A pharisee and a tax collector walked into a temple to pray. Which one found forgiveness? Which one are you? Dr. Sam Lamerson A pharisee and a tax collector walked into a temple to pray. Which one found forgiveness? Which one are you? This message, delivered by Dr. Sam Lamerson, Professor of New Testament at Knox Seminary, explores the story of the Pharisee and the tax collector and examines how one should seek true forgiveness. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20100103-The-Great-Conversation-Sam-Lamerson.mp3 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 09:00:00 EST 33:58 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The sheep and the goats stand before Jesus at the final judgment. How can you know which one YOU are? Dr. Sam Lamerson The sheep and the goats stand before Jesus at the final judgment. How can you know which one YOU are? This message, delivered by Dr. Sam Lamerson, Professor of New Testament at Knox Seminary, explores the passage in Matthew where Jesus gathers all the nations of the world before Him and separates the sheep from the goats. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091227-How-to-keep-the-new-year-from-getting-your-goat-Sam-Lamerson.mp3 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 09:00:00 EST 25:29 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Christmas Eve! What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? Tom Hendrikse Christmas Eve! What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? This series examines what Christmas means to most of us, and contrasts that with what Jesus said Christmas was really all about. Where will you fall on this scale? This episode was the final message, delivered on Christmas Eve. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091224-Jesus-came-into-the-world-part-5-Tom.mp3 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 17:30:00 EST 24:10 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? Tom Hendrikse What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? This series examines what Christmas means to most of us, and contrasts that with what Jesus said Christmas was really all about. Where will you fall on this scale? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091220-Jesus-came-into-the-world-part-4-Tom.mp3 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 11:00:00 EST 35:48 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? Matt Lomenick What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? This series examines what Christmas means to most of us, and contrasts that with what Jesus said Christmas was really all about. Where will you fall on this scale? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091213-Jesus-came-into-the-world-part-3-Matt.mp3 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 11:00:00 EST 39:23 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? Tom Hendrikse What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? This series examines what Christmas means to most of us, and contrasts that with what Jesus said Christmas was really all about. Where will you fall on this scale? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091206-Jesus-came-into-the-world-part-2-Tom.mp3 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 09:00:00 EST 29:14 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? Tom Hendrikse What is Christmas really all about to YOU? And what is Christmas REALLY all about? This series examines what Christmas means to most of us, and contrasts that with what Jesus said Christmas was really all about. Where will you fall on this scale? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091129-Jesus-came-into-the-world-part-1-Tom.mp3 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST 33:41 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Tom Hendrikse What the Church looks like when it's working right The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. This week we conclude the series with the story of Paul and the snake on the island of Malta. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/200911122-AWAKE-series-part-8-Tom.mp3 Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:00:00 EST 30:26 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Tom Hendrikse What the Church looks like when it's working right The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. This week, we follow Paul to the city of Athens and witness his speech before the altar of the unknown god. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091025-AWAKE-series-part-7-Tom.mp3 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:15:00 EST 32:24 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Tom Hendrikse What the Church looks like when it's working right The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. This week we study the story of Paul and Silas and the Philippian jailor. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091025-AWAKE-series-part-6-Tom.mp3 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 11:15:00 EDT 31:44 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Tom Hendrikse What the Church looks like when it's working right The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. This week we study the time when Herod persecuted the church. Suffering is real, but it always ends in glory. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091018-AWAKE-series-part-5-Tom.mp3 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 11:15:00 EDT 34:33 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Tom Hendrikse What the Church looks like when it's working right The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Today we examine the story of the conversion of Saul. How a kingdom destroying ladder climber becomes the ultimate kingdom builder. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091011-AWAKE-series-part-4-Tom.mp3 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 11:15:00 EDT 35:53 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Tom Hendrikse What the Church looks like when it's working right The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. This week we study Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch. What is the face of the one God will use to build the kingdom? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20091004-AWAKE-series-part-3-Tom.mp3 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 11:15:00 EDT 34:09 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Tom Hendrikse What the Church looks like when it's working right The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. This week we look at the story of Stephen and his matyrdom. What does adversity do to the church when the church is working right? http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20090927-AWAKE-series-part-2-Tom.mp3 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 11:15:00 EDT 35:53 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. Tom Hendrikse What the Church looks like when it's working right The AWAKE series examines what the church looks like when it is working right. This is a study in the Book of Acts. The author of the Book of Acts goes to great length to let us know that what is recorded there is a continuation of what Jesus had already begun. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20090920-AWAKE-series-part-1-Tom.mp3 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 11:15:00 EDT 33:52 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Final sermon in the Serve series. The gospel and you. Find out what your thing is and then do it! Matt Lomenick Growing in Christ through Serving Final sermon in the Serve series. The gospel and you. Find out what your thing is and then do it! http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20090913-Serve-part-5-You-Tom.mp3 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 10:15:00 EDT 36:12 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Seeing the world we need to serve. Matt Lomenick Growing in Christ through Serving Seeing the world we need to serve. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20090906-Serve-part-4-The-World-Matt.mp3 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 10:15:00 EDT 31:35 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Serving together as the church. Tom Hendrikse Growing in Christ through Serving Serving together as the church. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20090830-Serve-part-3-The-Church-Tom.mp3 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 10:15:00 EDT 30:24 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus Mercy is the love language of God. We must speak it, if we wish to serve others. Tom Hendrikse Growing in Christ through Serving Mercy is the love language of God. We must speak it, if we wish to serve others. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20090823-Serve-part-2-Mercy-Tom.mp3 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 10:15:00 EDT 26:43 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus The first message in a new series where we journey outside of our walls and ourselves, and step into a world full of need. Matt Lomenick Growing in Christ through Serving The first message in a new series where we journey outside of our walls and ourselves, and step into a world full of need. http://s3.amazonaws.com/rvcc-web/media/audio/sermons/20090816-Serve-part-1-Matt.mp3 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 10:15:00 EDT 25:22 christian, christianity, church, faith, service, jesus