James River Church Video Podcast

What is God's will for my life?   In this message from Pastor Justin Jahanshir, explore how God's will is lived out every day through rejoicing always, praying continually, and giving thanks in every circumstance. Our prayer is that this message helps you walk closely with God and embrace His will with joy, prayer, and gratitude.

What does the parable of the prodigal son teach us about God's love?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we unpack the tale of two sons and how both rebellion and self-righteousness can leave us far from the Father, while His extravagant love invites us home. Our prayer is that this message helps you receive the grace of God more deeply and rejoice in His heart to seek, restore, and celebrate those who were lost.

Does prayer really make a difference?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, he shows how one prayer offered in the face of an impossible situation changed the course of a nation and reveals why prayer still matters when the odds seem overwhelming. Our prayer is that this message stirs your faith to bring your greatest battles before God, trust His power over what you cannot control, and believe that because you prayed, things can change.

How can I be faithful with what God has given me? In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we're challenged to recognize that everything God places in our hands carries purpose—and that effectiveness and blessing are tied to what we do with it. Our prayer is that you would reject fear and delay, respond with active obedience, and faithfully invest your life in what God has entrusted to you.

How do you receive the baptism in the Holy Spirit?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we unpack how Jesus connects bold, persistent prayer with the Father's promise to give the Holy Spirit to those who ask. Our prayer is that you will pursue God with faith, persistence, and a heart prepared to receive all He desires to pour into your life.

In this message from Pastor David Lindell, Luke 12 reveals how to guard against covetousness, reject me-first living, and use what God has given us with eternity in mind. Our prayer is that this message helps you prioritize God, plan for generosity, and grow in giving as you become rich toward Him.

How do you build your life on a strong foundation?   In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we discover why hearing and obeying Jesus' words is the foundation for a life that can stand firm through every storm. Our prayer is that you will build your life on the unshakable truth of Jesus and remain steadfast no matter what comes.

What kind of person does God use? In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, unpack how sensitivity to God's voice, submission to the Holy Spirit, and the courage to step out in faith can position you to make an eternal difference in someone's life. Our prayer is that you would respond to the Holy Spirit with obedience and boldness, trusting God to work through you wherever He leads.

What does it really mean to love your neighbor?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, discover how the story of the Good Samaritan shows that loving your neighbor means seeing the need, embracing the cost, and responding with mercy. Our prayer is that this message inspires you to recognize the people God has placed around you and love them with the compassion and generosity of Jesus.

How can you experience the fullness of God?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, experience how the Holy Spirit's power, Christ's presence, and a deeper understanding of His love can lead you into the fullness of God. Our prayer is that you would live daily with a greater awareness of God's presence, respond to His prompting, and allow His power to work through every area of your life.

How can I trust God when I am afraid?   In this message from Pastor Louie Giglio, discover how God is working behind the scenes, even when fear and uncertainty surround you. Our prayer is that you will be still, trust God's presence, and find confidence in His power to protect, provide, and prevail.

How can I prepare my heart for God's Word?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we explore Jesus' parable of the sower and discover how the condition of our hearts determines the fruit God's Word produced in our lives. Our prayer is that you would value God's Word, receive it with an open heart, and allow it to take deep root and produce lasting spiritual fruit.

How deep is Christ's love for you?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, unpack the incredible dimensions of Christ's love—its width, length, height, and depth—and see how understanding His love transforms your identity, security, and relationship with God. Our prayer is that you would grasp the immeasurable love of Jesus in a deeper way and live each day rooted, established, and confident in His unfailing love.

Why is it important to pray more than once?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, discover how Jesus' parable of the persistent widow reveals the power of praying with consistency, fervency, faithfulness, and unwavering faith. Our prayer is that you will be encouraged to persevere in prayer, trust God's perfect timing, and continue believing that He hears and answers those who diligently seek Him.

How can Christ become truly real in your heart?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, explore Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3 and what it means for Christ to truly dwell in the believer's heart through faith. Our prayer is that you would earnestly seek a deeper, life-changing encounter with Jesus, be rooted in His love, and experience the transforming power of Christ living within you.

How does fasting bring spiritual victory? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, discover how fasting, prayer, and worship position us to seek God wholeheartedly and trust Him to fight our battles. Our prayer is that your faith is strengthened to stand firm, keep your eyes on Jesus, and believe God for breakthrough.

How can I have faith that moves mountains?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, discover how true faith is found in God's presence within us, transforming the natural into the supernatural and producing perfect peace and unwavering conviction in God's Word. Our prayer is that you will walk in mountain-moving faith, trusting God's promises and releasing forgiveness so nothing hinders your prayers.

How can I trust God when I'm surrounded by battles?   In this message from Pastor Havilah Cunnington, discover how Psalm 23 reveals that God prepares a table for you even in the presence of your enemies, teaching you to trust His provision, starve the enemy's influence, and keep your eyes fixed on Him instead of your circumstances. Our prayer is that you'll find renewed confidence in God's presence and learn to feast on His promises, even in the middle of life's greatest battles.

How can I have mountain-moving faith?   In this message, Pastor John Lindell unpacks how God's promises, presence, and peace strengthen your faith to overcome impossible obstacles. Our prayer is that you will live with unwavering confidence in God, believing His Word and walking in His supernatural power.

How can I grow in my faith? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, discover how faith grows as we trust God's Word, walk in holiness, and keep praying with confidence in His power. Our prayer is that this message strengthens your faith and encourages you to believe God for all He has promised.

Are you ready for Jesus to return?   In this message from Pastor Chad Veach, we are reminded to recognize the time God has given us and live ready for the return of Christ. Through the triumphal entry, the rejected Son, and the coming Day, we see that God is sovereign over time and faithful to call His people back to Him. Our prayer is that this message awakens your heart to live spiritually alert, prayerful, undistracted, and ready to stand before Jesus.

What happens when you call on the name of Jesus? In this message from guest speaker Pastor Micah Mac, we see through Acts 3 that the name of Jesus is different, powerful to heal, and the only name that saves. Our prayer is that your faith is stirred to call on His name and experience the refreshing, healing, and salvation only Jesus can bring.

What do I do when life feels unfair? In this message from guest speaker Pastor Robert Madu, we look at Jesus' parable in Matthew 20 and confront the grumbling, comparison, and entitlement that can rise in our hearts when God's generosity does not look the way we expected. Our prayer is that this message helps you trust the goodness of God, celebrate His grace in others, and receive His generosity with a grateful heart.

The Baptism in the Holy Spirit What is the baptism in the Holy Spirit? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see that the baptism in the Holy Spirit is the promised gift of God that empowers believers to witness, walk in boldness, experience miracles, receive wisdom, and follow divine appointments. Our prayer is that you would receive all that Jesus has promised and be filled with fresh power from the Holy Spirit.

How do we rescue someone wandering from God?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we are reminded of the urgency and love behind going after those who have wandered from the truth and bringing them back to Jesus. Our prayer is that this message stirs your heart to care deeply, pursue faithfully, and believe God for the rescue and restoration of those who are far from Him.

What is the Baptism in the Holy Spirit?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, unpack what the Baptism in the Holy Spirit is, why it matters, and how to receive this promised gift. Our prayer is that you will be filled with the Holy Spirit and empowered to live boldly for Jesus.

How can I pray powerful prayers?   In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we learn from James 5 and the life of Elijah that powerful and effective prayer is not reserved for spiritual giants, but is available to ordinary people who pray with faith, humility, consistency, and a word from God. Our prayer is that this message strengthens your faith to seek God intentionally, listen for His voice, and believe Him for powerful results.

How do I have childlike faith?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we are reminded that childlike faith rejects doubt, recognizes dependence on God, and asks boldly because our Father is good. Our prayer is that your faith would be renewed with simple trust, humble dependence, and bold confidence in God's goodness.

How do you pray for healing?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we learn what James 5 teaches about praying in times of trouble, calling on spiritual leaders, anointing with oil, repentance, and trusting Jesus for healing. Our prayer is that this message strengthens your faith to pray with confidence and believe God for His healing power.

How are salvation and healing related? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, uncover how the Greek word sozo reveals that salvation in Jesus includes forgiveness, healing, deliverance, and wholeness. Our prayer is that your faith would be strengthened to look to Jesus as Savior, Healer, Deliverer, and the One who makes all things whole.

How can I live with honesty and integrity? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, discover why God calls His people to live with truthful words, sincere hearts, and integrity that reflects genuine faith. Our prayer is that this message encourages you to let your “yes” be yes and your “no” be no as you follow Jesus with honesty in every area of life.

How powerful is the name of Jesus? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, learn how prayer, miracles, and evangelism are grounded to the authority and power found in the name of Jesus. Our prayer is that your faith is strengthened to believe Jesus still heals, delivers, and works miracles today.

How do you wait on God with patience? In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we learn from James 5 that godly patience trusts God's timing, guards our attitude, and follows the faithful examples of those who persevered through suffering. Our prayer is that this message encourages you to stand firm, strengthen your heart, and trust that the Lord is full of compassion and mercy.

What are the greater things Jesus promised? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, discover the powerful promise of John 14:12–14 and how Jesus invites believers to pray with faith, walk in His authority, and believe for the impossible through the power of the Holy Spirit. Our prayer is that this message strengthens your faith to ask boldly in Jesus' name and trust God to do greater things for His glory.

How should Christians use money? In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we learn from James 5 how biblical generosity begins with understanding that everything we have comes from God and is meant to be used for His purposes. Our prayer is that this message helps you use money wisely, build God's Church, and make an eternal impact through a generous life.

How does thankfulness change things? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see how Jesus takes what seems small and insufficient, gives thanks for it, and turns it into more than enough to meet every need. Our prayer is that this message encourages you to trust God with what you have, thank Him before the miracle comes, and believe that He is able to bring increase where you need it most.

How do I leave a lasting legacy? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we are reminded from James 4 that life is short, God's will is best, and every plan should begin with surrender to Him. Our prayer is that this message encourages you to put God at the center of your future and honor Him with every opportunity He gives you.

How can I experience God's goodness? In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we are reminded that God's goodness is not just something to know about, but something to personally experience through surrender, obedience, and seeking Him. Our prayer is that you would taste and see the goodness of God and trust that those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.

How can I be a friend of Jesus? In this message from Pastor Dick Brogden, we are reminded that Jesus has called us His friends and entrusted us with the joy, love, and mission of making Him known to the nations. Our prayer is that this message helps you count Jesus worthy, walk in loyal obedience, and live with boldness for the people still waiting to hear His name.

What does the world need from the Church today? In this message from Pastor Dick Brogden, we are challenged to see the urgent need of the world, the Church, and every believer to live with prayer, holiness, Spirit-empowered boldness, God's Word, and His presence. Our prayer is that this message stirs a fresh hunger in you to answer God's call with surrender, courage, and compassion.

How do I experience more of God's presence?   In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, discover what it means to hunger for the glory of God and believe that His presence is greater than any promise, blessing, or breakthrough. Our prayer is that your faith would rise with a fresh expectation for more of God in your life.

How serious is slander to God?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see why slander is not a small issue, but a serious sin that damages others, dishonors God's law, and forgets our place before the Lord. Our prayer is that this message helps you guard your words, walk in humility, and honor others with the heart of Christ.

What happens when you truly encounter God's presence?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see how a real encounter with God leads to us running toward His presence and experiencing genuine repentance with a life surrendered to His calling. Our prayer is that as you experience God's holiness, you would be transformed, cleansed, and ready to say yes to whatever He asks of you.

How do you experience God's favor in your life? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we learn six powerful keys from James 4 that position our lives for God's favor—through submission, humility, repentance, and drawing near to Him. Our prayer is that you would experience the tangible blessing, presence, and protection of God as you walk closely with Him.

How do I know if I'm living by the Spirit?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we are challenged to examine whether our lives are being led by the Holy Spirit or pulled by the desires of the flesh, and to learn what it means to keep in step with Him each day. Our prayer is that this message helps you walk closely with the Spirit and experience the fruit of a life fully surrendered to God.

How do I get unstuck?   In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we see that God does not leave us stuck, overwhelmed, or defeated, but leads us to a higher place of strength and victory in Him. Our prayer is that as you look to Christ the Solid Rock, you would find fresh hope, renewed faith, and the grace to rise above every battle.

How do I resist the devil?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, you'll see that resisting the devil begins with submitting fully to God, standing firm in faith, and cutting off what keeps pulling you back into sin. Our prayer is that this message strengthens your resolve, reminds you of the authority you have in Christ, and helps you walk in lasting freedom.

Do I know Jesus or just know about Him? In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we see how the resurrection of Jesus confronts empty religion and invites us into a real, life-changing relationship with the risen Savior. Our prayer is that this message would awaken your faith, help you truly see Jesus, and lead you into the new life only He can give.

Can Jesus forgive me no matter what I've done?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we look at the thief on the cross and the powerful truth that even in his final moments, he recognized God's holiness, confessed his sin, saw Jesus as King, and found saving grace. Our prayer is that this message would help you see that no one is too far gone for the mercy of Jesus and that you would place your trust in the One who still saves completely.

Why does life feel so hard? In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we see from James 4:1–6 that the battles around us often reveal a deeper war within us, rooted in selfish desires and friendship with the world. Our prayer is that as God exposes what is causing conflict, you would respond with humility, repentance, and receive the greater grace He gives to those who come back to Him.

What kind of wisdom is shaping your life? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see from James 3:13–18 that true wisdom is shown by a life marked by humility, while earthly wisdom is driven by envy, selfish ambition, and disorder. Our prayer is that you would seek the wisdom that comes from heaven and live a life marked by purity, peace, mercy, and righteousness.