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Our friend Ethan stopped by the River to give his testimony! Grab your Bible and follow along as Ethan tells you a story that will grip your heart, telling the path that he went down. Finding himself at Hope Center and God finding him!!

In proverbs 4 we read that the sage show you the exact way we are to live! God being the greatest gift giver, gives us this Proverbs 4 section to tell us just how to live. Grab your Bible and lets study together!www.linktr.ee/attheriver

Proverbs is written for every area of life, as a wisdom writing, this subject might make you blush. This writing address sex, and it hits at the heart of our culture that is confused. Grab your Bible and lets study together!www.linktr.ee/attheriver

On this night Brother Tucker brings us through Ephesians 4, verse by verse. That we are to walk in the manner this worthy of our calling! Grab your Bible, and lets listen together to build our faith!www.linktr.ee/attheriver

What was once hidden is now beautifully revealed. In this rich, verse-by-verse teaching through Ephesians 3, Mason Tucker unfolds the breathtaking “mystery of Christ” and why it matters so deeply for us today.Preaching at RiverSide Church in Princeton, NC, Mason traces how God’s redemptive plan—hinted at throughout the Old Testament—comes fully into focus through the person of Jesus Christ. He explains how those once considered outsiders, particularly the Gentiles, are no longer kept at a distance by religious boundaries or regulations. Because of Christ, the doors are flung wide open, and all are welcomed into God’s family.As a founding member of Rock Bottom Ministries in Johnston County, Mason brings a pastoral warmth and a deep love for Scripture, carefully walking listeners through the text while keeping the message accessible, hopeful, and Christ-centered. This sermon reminds us that the gospel is not exclusive or elite—it is an invitation of grace to all who were once far off.If you’ve ever felt on the

Podcast Description: “Living the Word We Hear”In this practical and soul-stirring message from RiverSide Church in Princeton, NC, Dylan Jordan opens James 1:19–27 and invites us to examine how we respond to God’s Word—not just with our ears, but with our lives.With humility and clarity, Dylan challenges listeners to slow down in a fast-talking, quick-reacting world. What does it really look like to be quick to hear and slow to speak? How often do we listen without truly receiving, or hear truth without letting it shape the way we live? James doesn’t leave room for comfortable Christianity, and neither does this message.As a founding member of Rock Bottom Ministries, Dylan brings a grounded, real-world perspective shaped by ministry among the hurting, the overlooked, and those rebuilding their lives from the ground up. His passion for authentic faith shines as he calls believers to move beyond passive listening and into active obedience—becoming doers of the Word, not hearers only.This sermon is both encouragi

Have you ever found yourself echoing the apostle Paul’s words: “The very things I don’t want to do… those are the things I keep doing” (Romans 7)? In this heartfelt and honest sermon from RiverSide Church in Princeton, NC, Lucas Barnett walks us through Paul’s inner struggle and brings it right into our own daily battles.Preaching from Romans 7, Lucas explores the tension every believer knows—the fight against sin, the weight of unforgiveness, and the quiet danger of harboring resentment in the heart. With clarity and compassion, he shows that Paul’s cry of desperation is not the end of the story, but the doorway to real hope.The riddle Paul asks—“What hope is there for me?”—is answered with triumphant certainty: JESUS CHRIST! Not self-effort. Not willpower. But grace.Lucas also shares from his own heart as one of the founding members of Rock Bottom Ministries, a growing street ministry in Johnston County dedicated to reaching the homeless and those battling addiction. His passion for the broken and the overl

Can a Christian truly rejoice while grieving?In this exegetical sermon from 1 Peter 1:6–9, we explore the tension every believer feels but rarely knows how to explain—joy and sorrow existing at the same time. Peter writes to suffering saints and reminds them that present trials do not cancel salvation; they confirm it.Building on the future hope of 1 Peter 1:3–5, this passage turns our attention to present-day adversity: grief that is real, trials that are necessary, and a faith that is being tested like gold in a refining fire. These trials are not random, nor cruel—they are purposeful, measured, and governed by a Refiner who knows exactly when to pull the silver from the flame.This message walks verse by verse through how:Christians can rejoice and grieve without contradictionTrials test faith, not to destroy it, but to prove it genuineFaith is more precious than gold, because everything else perishesTrusting God in suffering brings Him pleasure and leads to future gloryBelieving without seeing produces an

What if wisdom isn’t a religious add-on—but the way life actually works?In this exegetical sermon from Proverbs 3:13–35, we confront the defining question of the chapter—and of life itself: Who are the wise, and who are the foolish? The answer, Scripture says, determines how you truly fare in the world.This passage reveals wisdom as the open secret of the universe—available to every human being by God’s common grace—yet only grasped by those willing to seek, find, and hold fast. From creation itself to everyday decisions, wisdom is shown not as money, power, or pleasure, but as the skill of living life well. Money may buy things, but wisdom creates peace, rest, security, and joy.The sermon unfolds in two movements:Proverbs 3:13–26 shows wisdom as God’s tool in creation and His gift for personal protection, confidence, and rest.Proverbs 3:27–35 calls God’s people to live wisely in a culture of death—through generosity, trust, humility, and love of neighbor.Along the way, we trace wisdom from the Tree of Life

Podcast Description – Mason Tucker | Ephesians 2 | RiverSide ChurchIn this powerful, verse-by-verse message from Ephesians 2, Mason Tucker walks us through one of the clearest pictures in all of Scripture of what it means to be saved by grace and built on a firm foundation in Jesus Christ. Preached at RiverSide Church, this sermon reminds us that we were once dead in our trespasses and sins, following the course of this world—but God, being rich in mercy, made us alive together with Christ.You’ll be encouraged as we see that salvation is by grace alone, through faith, not by works, so that no one may boast. We are reminded that we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works that He prepared beforehand. The message also unpacks how Christ has broken down the wall of hostility, making Jew and Gentile one new people, and how believers are now members of God’s household, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus Himself as the chief cornerstone.This is a rich, gospe

Podcast Description – Testing of Your Faith | Exegesis of James 1:1–18 by Dylan JordanWhat does it really mean when Scripture says your faith will be tested? In this powerful, verse-by-verse exegesis of James 1:1–18, Dylan Jordan walks us through the purpose of trials, the danger of double-minded faith, the source of true wisdom, and the goodness of God in the midst of suffering. This teaching goes beyond surface-level encouragement and dives deep into the theology of endurance, spiritual maturity, temptation, humility, and the life-giving Word of God.Through careful biblical interpretation and practical application, you’ll discover how trials produce steadfastness, why joy is a deliberate spiritual response, how to ask God for wisdom in faith, and how God uses testing to shape genuine believers. This episode is ideal for anyone who loves in-depth Bible study, expositional preaching, New Testament theology, and practical Christian living.If you’re searching for solid James Bible study, faith under pressure, C

Podcast Description – The Wisdom That Helps Us (Proverbs 3:1–8 Exegesis)What kind of wisdom actually leads to peace, strength, and real life? In this in-depth exegesis of Proverbs 3:1–8, we explore the wisdom that doesn’t just inform the mind—but transforms the heart. This passage reveals two powerful movements: the peace God gives (vv. 1–4) and the trust God demands (vv. 5–8).We unpack what it means to trust the Lord with all your heart, why being “wise in your own eyes” is spiritually dangerous, and how the fear of the Lord leads to true freedom, healing, and stability. Drawing from the full witness of Scripture—from Psalms to the Gospels—this study confronts shallow faith, exposes counterfeit peace, and calls believers to wholehearted obedience instead of mere agreement.If you’re hungry for serious Bible study, rich theology, and practical Christian living rooted in Proverbs, this episode will challenge you to examine what you’re paying attention to, where you place your trust, and how wisdom is shaping yo

“Proverbs 2 — The Wisdom That Guards Your Life”In today’s episode, we walk verse-by-verse through Proverbs 2, discovering the kind of wisdom that not only informs your life—but protects it. Scripture shows us that the first reward of pursuing wisdom isn’t earthly success… it’s learning to fear the Lord, the very beginning of understanding.As we explore Proverbs 2:5–22, we see how God Himself becomes our shield, our guide, and our delight. We unpack what it really means when the Bible says the Lord “stores up” wisdom for the upright, how His Word takes root in our hearts, and why true discernment keeps us from the traps of corrupt men and seductive temptations.You’ll hear how foolish paths promise thrills but lead only to destruction—while God’s way leads to joy, safety, clarity, and life. From Genesis to Psalms to the teachings of Jesus, we trace how Scripture consistently reveals a God who watches over His people, teaches them, protects them, and calls them to walk in His light.This message is both a warning

Are you hungry for a fresh move of God—not the kind that’s printed on a flyer, scheduled on a calendar, or manufactured by hype—but the kind that changes you from the inside out? In this message from Proverbs 1, we discover that God Himself shows us the path into real renewal, deeper intimacy with Him, and a life protected by His wisdom in a broken world.This sermon explores the one deal-breaker that stops spiritual growth in its tracks: complacency—being “okay with who we are” when God is calling us deeper. You’ll learn how God invites us into newness of life, how He responds when we seek Him with our whole heart, and how His wisdom shields us from the dangers and deception all around us.Along the way, you’ll hear a powerful gospel illustration that reminds us of our guilt before a holy God and the stunning mercy found in Jesus Christ—the One who took our place, bore our punishment, and offers us new hearts, new desires, and a new beginning.If you’re longing to grow, to break out of spiritual stagnation, and

Preached at RiverSide Church, Princeton, NCWhat if the very thing you're ignoring could be the difference between life and death? In this powerful sermon from Proverbs 1:20-33, we encounter Lady Wisdom standing at the crossroads of culture—in the streets, the marketplace, the gates of our cities—crying out with an urgent message that demands our attention.This isn't a gentle whisper or polite suggestion. Wisdom is screaming in the most unlady-like fashion, refusing to be relegated to the sidelines of our lives. Too many people treat Jesus like a garnish on their plate, a bumper sticker on their dumpster fire, or a bandaid on a gaping wound. But nobody cries out, "Give me parsley or else I die!"WISDOM IS DEMANDING - She doesn't ask for your leftover attention; she demands to be heard above everything else. Standing where people actually are—not in seclusion but in the noisy streets of business, government, education, and the arts—Wisdom refuses to be ignored.WISDOM IS DANGEROUS - But dang

Brother Mason Tucker delivers his first sermon ever on this night at RiverSide Church. Going verse by verse in Ephesians 1 he shows the majesty and power of God. Mason is a founding member of Rock Bottom Ministries. A street ministry with a heart to help the least of these! Please keep this young man in prayer as he follows the calling on his life.https://linktr.ee/attheriver

“There is no attribute of God more comforting to His children than the doctrine of divine sovereignty.” - Charles Haddon Spurgeon In chapters 36 & 37 Elihu continues to correct Job! Job had grown self rightoutous, arrogant and prideful all while suffering, now Elihu will take him through a master class of who God is! Elihu teaches Job that God's Sovereignty has sympathy His majesty has mercy! Job had accused God of being cold and indifferent and even an enemy of Job. However those false claims were bred in a place of deep suffering! How wonderful of a friend is Elihu to help him weed out these bitter roots to help bring Job to a place of humility and worship even in suffering! Grab your Bible and lets study together with the congregation of RiverSide Church!https://linktr.ee/attheriver