Why do we go to church? The Covid shutdowns showed us all that internet church can be inspiring and convenient. And that there are churches far away from home that have even better music and messages we can comfortably watch online so why do we need to be bothered with the authentic local church? Then again we have had TV Church available for over 50 years and that didn’t fully meet our needs. Is there more to church than being a spectator and downloading information? Watch or listen to be encou...
Feb 27, 2021•41 min
Some people just get us so angry that we want to cause them to feel some of the pain and problems they have caused us. We might even stay awake at night planning what we are going to do to get our revenge. I Corinthians 13:5-6 lists five reasons why Christians are to choose to forgive instead of retaliate because love: "... does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth." And if...
Feb 20, 2021•37 min
Deep down we all really do want to be loved but often feel unworthy. I Corinthians 13:7 lists four things Christian love always does: “It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” How is that even possible? What does that look like? Watch or listen and be encouraged to see what Christian love is supposed to do. Pastor Chris Teien #RiverRockChurchMN
Feb 14, 2021•36 min
Last week we saw in 1 Corinthians 13:4 that “Love is not Proud.” And this Super Bowl Sunday is a great weekend to focus on how pride can keep us from God’s best for our lives. Repeatedly the Bible shows that God hates sinful pride. 1 Peter 5:5 says, “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Humility honors God and makes us better team players. Humility is one of the most important qualities we need to model and teach kids in team sports. Watch or listen and be encouraged to see how ...
Feb 07, 2021•34 min
God gives us instructions for the ways we should and should not show love in 1 Corinthians 13 and at least three things can mess that up. They are Boredom, Anger and Misunderstanding. That’s the focus of this Bible based, encouraging message this weekend at River Rock Church that you won’t want to miss. Pastor Chris Teien #RiverRockChurchMN
Jan 30, 2021•38 min
Matthew 6:33 is a verse that I have tried to build my life around. A simple verse with profound implications that if lived out will affect every area of our lives. In addition, this verse carries the promise from Jesus, who cannot lie, that He will supply all our needs. Can we listen and together learn how to purposefully live in this promise from God? Pastor Dan Jetto #RiverRockChurchMN
Jan 23, 2021•30 min
Even when Life is Terrible True Love is Patient and Kind. Yes, there are a lot of problems in the world. Yes, you are probably hiding behind your mask. No, you don’t get to be unloving and unkind just because you are frustrated or even angry. Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, the Apostle Paul gives us a list in 1 Corinthians 13 of what Christian love is supposed to look like: “Love is patient, love is kind....” 1 Corinthians 13:4a (NIV). And later reveals that patience is a fruit of the ...
Jan 17, 2021•42 min
Seven things to consider when it comes to the great divide caused by politics, current issues and elected leaders. The world has turned its back on God and appears to be unravelling with our country angry, fearful, and divided. Watch or listen to be encouraged to learn Jesus desire for His church in these troubling times. Pastor Chris Teien #RiverRockChurchMN
Jan 10, 2021•36 min
While many of us may feel helpless to change our current circumstances, the one thing we can work on changing is ourselves. We’ve got a new year to fill in a blank calendar with obligations and opportunities that could help improve the quality and value of our lives. Hope, true success and real lasting change comes from the Lord. Jeremiah wrote in the book of Lamentations that our faith for today and hope for tomorrow is in the Lord who is merciful and faithful. Listen to this message to be enco...
Jan 02, 2021•36 min
Many people would say 2020 has been the worst year of their entire lives. Others would say it has been challenging but God has been faithful and the pandemic has made them value life more. In the beginning of Paul’s letter to the church in Ephesus he reminded them of how the Father, Son and Holy Spirit all give them hope. Watch or listen to this message to be encouraged to find hope for a New Year. #RiverRockChurchMN
Dec 27, 2020•31 min
River Rock Christmas - Online Church Service is perfect for Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Watch together and share link with others. Wishing you a blessed a delightful Christmas! Includes Countdown Christmas Trivia. Sing-a-long Christmas songs. Animated Christmas story. Encouraging message. Music and videos used with permission/purchased rights. #RiverRockChurchMN Video on Youtube and Facebook
Dec 24, 2020•34 min
Maybe you aren’t feeling the Christmas spirit yet since this year there aren’t many Christmas gatherings, nor programs to attend and there currently isn’t any snow on the ground. But we want to help you be filled with the Holy Spirit of Christmas. It is worthwhile to take notice of how the Holy Spirit was involved in the Christmas story, to see the ways the Holy Spirit is involved in your life story, and to enjoy the fruit He brings into your life. Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit to guide and empo...
Dec 20, 2020•39 min
Most of us are very familiar with the narrative of the Biblical Christmas story. Have you ever considered how those in the story that God used greatly were busy doing things that pleased God and that they were willing to change their plans to answer God’s call in their lives? It may actually be easier this Covid Christmas to find time to ponder and worship Jesus since there are very few activities to attend. Tune in this weekend by video or audio and be encouraged to see the value of arranging y...
Dec 12, 2020•32 min
This Christmas what is it that we are expecting? Is it gifts, a chance to relax with a couple extra days off? With the pandemic many will be missing traditional gatherings, meals with extended families, but is there something more, something greater we should be expecting this year? What would happen if instead of expecting these things, we looked for and expected to meet Jesus, how would that change us? In this message we will look at some of the people who met the Baby Jesus and how they were ...
Dec 05, 2020•31 min
We start the Christmas message series this weekend with the amazing story of Zechariah and Elizabeth (parents of John the Baptist) as God was preparing the stage for Jesus to be born into the world. While Zechariah and Elizabeth were in the middle of God’s important plans they were also inconvenienced and left wondering what was God up to. Listen as Pastor Chris from River Rock Church shares “When God’s Plans Leave You Speechless” with the goal of encouraging you to be faithful during these unce...
Nov 28, 2020•43 min
The calendar says we are scheduled to have a day to gather and be full of thanksgiving but the medical experts want us to keep to ourselves. In many ways this year has been full of disappointment and while we may not feel thankful, we can find hope and encouragement through the Scriptures. Listen to Pastor Chris’ message this Sunday from Psalm 116 to hear how God can help you walk with the Lord even when you are faced with sickness and death. #RiverRockChurchMN
Nov 21, 2020•33 min
There is so much discouragement these days. Fear of sickness, job insecurity, political chaos, relationship troubles, social isolation, boredom, disappointment, ungodliness and so many other things can make us feel discouraged. With God’s help, when we turn our focus from our own trials and look toward the people and priorities God cares about we will often feel encouraged and become encouragers. This week Pastor Chris Teien from River Rock Church shares insight on how to experience victory over...
Nov 14, 2020•39 min
Some people never fail at anything because they avoid trying everything. Experiencing failure can help train you to be more successful. When we learn from our mistakes it can give us wisdom and confidence to succeed in the future. Sometimes our failures are inconvenient or embarrassing and other times our failures can destroy relationships and affect our careers. Jesus can help us find forgiveness and healing from past failures. God’s Word can give us inspiration and guidance to experience victo...
Nov 07, 2020•37 min
Every moment of every day we make choices that can affect our future and our satisfaction with life. Sometimes the temptation comes from our own self will and sometimes our evil adversary the devil tempts us to sin. The good news is that those who are in Christ Jesus will never face a temptation they can’t escape, and that God is pleased with us when we pass the test and make the right choices. Listen as Pastor Chris Teien from River Rock Church shares insights on overcoming temptations so you c...
Oct 31, 2020•41 min
Can you really find victory over fear on your own? How often do you try to convince yourself to face your fears and rise, only to still feel the terror in your life? People are afraid of getting sick, going broke, living under bad leaders, being harmed, missing out and so much more. The Bible is full of encouraging promises to help us through these scary times. Listen to Pastor Chris Teien share ways to transform your fear into faith and experience peace instead of panic.
Oct 25, 2020•41 min
Jesus, in Matthew chapter 7, makes a rather sobering statement about people who appeared to be doing wonderful things in His name, but when it comes time for judgment He says they will never enter the kingdom of heaven, because He never “knew them.” Watch and learn how we can be known by Jesus and share eternity with Him, how we can truly be known by God. Pastor Dan Jetto River Rock Church Belle Plaine, MN
Oct 17, 2020•27 min
People are so angry today. While the emotions that lead us to get angry are not always sinful, angry actions may lead us into sin, pain and regret. The Bible says, “In your anger do not sin” and even Jesus expressed his anger at time. Get some help with what to do when we get angry, why we get angry and ways to stop being angry. Pastor Chris Teien.
Oct 10, 2020•37 min
We all make many mistakes and sometimes that leads to regret and a lifetime of guilt. The Bible shows us example of King David: a man after God’s own heart, who fell into sin and eventually was overwhelmed with guilt. Jesus can help us find victory over guilt and live with more compassion for others. Pastor Chris Teien
Oct 04, 2020•37 min
Pastor Chris Teien shares three things worry is not from Matthew 6: Worry is not expected, effective or directed. Listen and be encouraged to pray, trust and give your worries to Jesus. More at https://riverrockchurch.com
Sep 26, 2020•35 min
While all stress isn’t bad, too much stress can cause you to burnout. People, Paychecks and Priorities among many areas of life that can lead you to become stressed out. The God who created you and knows how much stress you can handle has given us wisdom found in His Word. Listen as Pastor Chris Teien shares how Jesus can help us find victory over stress and burnout. More at https://riverrockchurch.com
Sep 19, 2020•36 min
Jesus told us to store up treasures in heaven where moth and rust cannot destroy them. Pastor Dan Jetto shares an encouraging message from Matthew 6 about the three practices that Jesus says His Father will reward. Listen to discover how we can experience these promised rewards.
Sep 12, 2020•34 min
Hear what the Bible has to say about overcoming life’s difficulties. Can the struggle really make you stronger or does it just wear you out? Are true followers of Jesus given an easier life? Pastor Chris Teien shares the encouraging reasons and ways God can use the hard things you are going through for your good and to possibly to help those around you. Part of the Victory in Jesus series at River Rock Church.
Sep 05, 2020•28 min
Pastor Chris Teien shares three ways to effectively live the Christian life while we are all waiting for Jesus to return. From 1 Thessalonians 5.
Aug 30, 2020•31 min
Pastor Chris Teien shares three perspectives to help you to get prepared and use these last days more effectively as we wait expectantly for Jesus to return. From 1 Thessalonians 5.
Aug 22, 2020•28 min
Here is one of the most encouraging passages of Scripture that shows how Jesus comes to get us, gives new resurrected bodies to believers who have already died and glorified bodies to those who are living, and then takes us all to be with Him in the Fathers house. While it is intended to be encouraging words, It’s also a hotly debated passage among Christians. Listen and be encouraged that Jesus is coming back to get his church. Pastor Chris Teien. 1 Thessalonian 4:13-18 https://RiverRockChurch....
Aug 15, 2020•29 min
