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Why I Choose to Trust the Bible - Voddie BauchamCold Case Christianity  

On our final episode of the season, our Pastors are doing a deep dive conversation on baptism. What does the Bible teach us about Baptism? Why is it important? Who should be baptized? Listen in and join us for our baptism service on June 30th!

5 Things to Know About Heaven

In this episode, we're catching up on Sunday and pulling a quote from Pastor Ryan's message to answer the question, "Does God really see me?" Is God really interested in my day-to-day life? Some people might find it easier to believe that Jesus died on the cross for them 2000 years ago than to believe that God is interested in every detail of your life here in 2024. If you feel lost, confused, or unseen by God, we hope you'll listen and be encouraged to start a dialogue with God today.

In this episode, all the New River pastors join us for a conversation on the topic of "Communion." How was it established? Why do we participate in it? How do some beliefs about communion vary and what does New River believe about communion? We're answering all this and more today on The Overflow!

In this episode we're talking about the response time on Sunday at New River, some Christian culture controversy and how Christians can respond, and Pastor Alex teaches us about God giving us a new song and the biblical basis for "spontaneous" worship.

Rejoicing over God's Judgement | Desiring God Article

How to Share your Faith Resources:Voddie Baucham: Why I Believe the BibleTwelve Questions to Deepen Your Evangelistic ConversationsHow to Share the Gospel in 3 Minutes or Less3 Ways to Share the Gospel This WeekSharing Your Faith 101

Our pastors are back for a conversation on Bible verses that are commonly taken out of context or misapplied. Context is so important in understanding God's nature, His promises, and how we can appropriately apply His Word to our personal lives!

In this episode, we're talking about the release of New River Worship's first album, "The Invitation." We're sharing some more stories of how this album came to be and then Pastor Alex takes us through some passages as he teaches us about Godly compassion.

In this episode, we are recapping the weekend and talking about what God did at New River over the course of The Move and Sunday services. We had plans to talk about God's kindness and compassion, but we'll look at that next week!

In this episode, Pastor Ryan is sharing "Christophanies" in the Bible. This term refers to the possible, or likely, appearances of the pre-incarnate Jesus in the Old Testament. Listen in as they go through multiple accounts in the OT that allude to the physical presence of Jesus.

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

Fear of The Lord is the beginning of wisdom. It is both a starting place and a place Christians should humble themselves and return to. The Bible has much to say about fearing God. In this episode, we're talking about what it is, why it's important, and how we can live with a holy fear of God that keeps us close to Him.

Desiring God Article

Our good friend Charlee Buitrago joined us for our final episode of season 9! Charlee has been part of the New River family for nearly a decade. We're thankful he stopped by to share his wisdom and perspective on various aspects of living the Christ life, discipleship, and ministry altogether. Thank you, Charlee!

How to Pray in the Holy Spirit(Desiring God Article) 

We're back after Thanksgiving break and recapping what's been going on the last couple of weeks. We're also diving back into the topic of angles since Hebrews 1 talks so much about them, and we round out our conversation with the age-old question: "Why do bad things happen to good people."

What is God's Favor?(Christianity.com Article)Does God Love Everyone the Same?(The Gospel Coalition Article)Does God Have Favorites?(Article by Got Questions)

Pastor Dusty Brackett is joining us on the podcast today sharing his life, history with God, and all that has led him to this point of becoming our Executive Pastor at New River. He's also sharing his hopes, vision, and all he is looking forward to in this new role. Thank you, Pastor Dusty. We're glad your here!

Today we're tackling the topic of "manifestation." This practice is not a new concept, but it is constantly being revamped and repackaged and can be so sneaky that well-meaning Christians might believe they can follow Jesus AND practice manifestation. The truth is, these are two opposing beliefs and practices. Manifestation is a practice that opposes the truth of the Gospel and the supremecy of Christ. In this episode we're talking about God's Kingdom, angels, demons, and how we can REST in Christ.

Questions:1. Why did "the fall" have to happen?(Starts at 23:00)Got Questions Article on Why God Allowed Man to Sin2. What is your perspective on being predestined for Heaven or hell? Are there those that were destined to endure the trials of revelation and those who are destined for deliverance from it?(Starts at 36:00)Got Questions Article on Predestination3. What will it be like for Christians to give an account before God?(Starts at 1:02:20)Desiring God Article on Christians Giving an Account Before God4. Given the intense nature of this book, how do you approach speaking to youth about Revelation?(Starts at 1:13:00)5. Can you create an outline of the timeline of Revelation, meaning what chapters correlate with what period of events?(Starts at 1:22:40)Link to Revelation Timeline Resources6. Where does Satan being freed and deceiving the nations fall in the timeline?(Starts at 1:30:30)7. Once people have the mark of the beast, can they turn back or choose Jesus? Will people be aware that they are taking the mark of the beast?(Starts at 1:35:00)9. Are we in the end times/last days?(Starts at 1:38:50)

Alex is taking us on a journey through the Bible to show examples of sacrificial praise, and how praise is both a physical and spiritual exchange. Alex shares passages from the Bible to plead the case for high praise with our bodies, our lips, and our hearts. High praise indicates a high view of Christ and what He endured to save us from the eternity in Hell we were destined for without Him.

Our friend and certainly a spiritual dad around New River, Park Gillespie, has probably forgotten more about the Bible and the history of our faith than most of us will ever learn. He is a WELL of knowledge and his heart overflows with affection for Jesus and brothers and sisters in the faith. Honestly, just press play and buckle up. ⁠ There is so much wisdom in this conversation with Park on The Overflow Podcast about his life, history with God, and thoughts on various theological topics.

Steps to Sharing Your Faith:1. Know what you believe.2. Know why you believe it.3. Don't be double-minded.4. Trust the Holy Spirit to do the work. Resources:Share Your Faith eBookIs it Normal to Have a Divided Heart?Voddie Baucham - "Why I Choose to Believe The Bible"

Desiring God Article

Article One • Desiring GodArticle Two • Desiring GodArticle Three • Desiring God

In 2011, Caleb Graves walked out of church after a worship service and saw two men pushing a car to a gas station. He heard the Lord tell him to help them. In a split second, a drunk driver crashed into them pinning Caleb between the two cars and completely severing his left leg. Today on The Overflow Podcast, our friend Caleb is sharing his testimony of God's goodness and faithfulness in the midst of pain, suffering, and questioning. The episode is available now wherever you get your podcasts. Be blessed!

Hugh Ross - Astrophysist Who Came to Jesus 

Here is the book referenced in the episode:Habits of the Household by Justin Whitmel Earley

In this episode, Sally throws out her notes and we deep dive into some of the aspects of Revelation that Pastor Ryan hasn't been able to fully cover on Sundays and the whole table shares their various opinions on this glorious, mysterious book. In this episode, we're also sharing future vision for the podcast and what we hope to see this ministry of Godly conversation becomes!

Commentary on Revelation 4

(0:00-25:00)StorytimePentecost(25:00-40:00)Listener Question: How can Christ-followers respond to other believers who have walked away?(40:00-1:16:00)Waiting on GodWaiting produces hope and character 

(0:00-50:00)StorytimeWhat was the Spirit doing on Sunday?Personal Experiences with The Holy Spirit(50:00-1:30:00)5 Things to Know About PentecostWhat the Holy Spirit fulfilled in scriptureSigns, wonders, spiritual gifts of the Holy SpiritProphecy and TonguesThe Holy Spirit reversed the curse of the Tower of Babel Articles Mentioned:5 Things to Know about Pentecost24 Characteristics of The Holy Spirit

(0:00-41:00)Listener Question: What role should mentorship play in the life of a believer?Running this race with other believersWhen we don't feel God's presence(41:00-1:35:00)5 Signs of Spiritual Dullness in Individuals and the Church.What are the 5 signs of spiritual dullness?1. We care more about boosting our own image rather than God's.2. We leave Christ's agenda unfinished to pursue our own.3. We seek out human-centered messages over God-centered truth.4. We don't make repentance a regular part of our life.5. Our day-to-day life and Sunday attendance is marked by spiritual lethargy. Articles Mentioned:5 Warnings from the Church of Sardis

(0:00-9:00)Ryan's Fun Question Time(9:00-24:00)Story Time(24:00-46:00)Begin Message RecapReading the Bible with the right view of GodJesus' authority over the human heartGetting excited about eternal thingsThe warning against being disciples of the worldProximity to Jesus(46:00-1:35:00)The spirit is willing but the flesh is weakSpiritual GiftsGod waits for us to returnCan someone lose salvation?

(0:00-10:00)Ryan's Fun Question Time(10:00-29:00)Story TimeMonday Men Recap(29:00-46:00)The power of lingering in God's presenceViewing worship as a sacrifice to God (46:00-1:16:00)The Letter to PergamumThe devastation caused to Christians by false teachings and sexual immorality(1:16:00-1:42:00)A word for marriagesA charge for all believers, married or not, in speaking up when we see those who profess Christ teach or living in opposition to the truthVerses Mentioned:1 Timothy 4:12Deuteronomy 29:29Hebrews 4:122nd Corinthians 10:3-5Ephesians 6:161 and 2 Kings (Stories of Jezebel)Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

(0:00-20:00)Storytime(20:00-30:00)Understanding the Book of Revelation as the revelation of Jesus.(30:00-47:00)Persecution of ChristianityThe Spirit of Glory and the manifest presence of God in persecutionValuing heavenly rewards for those who overcome compromise (47:00-1:00:00)Overcoming worldly unbelief and unfaithfulnessOperating in faithWorshipping the Person of Jesus in the secret places(1:00:00-1:29:00)Recapping letters to the church of Ephesus and the church of SmyrnaThe Church growing in times of persecutionCounterfeit religionsArticles Mentioned:Christianity is the World's Most Persecuted ReligionVerses Mentioned:1 Peter 4:14Revelation 1-3Acts 5:33-42Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

(0:00-4:50)Ryan's Fun Question Time (4:50-22:00)Storytime Ryan threw out his notes againSally's confession corner(22:00-54:00)Loving Jesus with our daily lives and decisions in the secret placesThe beauty of repentanceBeing a church that calls people to move(54:00-01:25:00)Returning to our First Love  Articles Mentioned:Desiring God - Have You Left Your First Love Verses Mentioned:Revelation 2:1-7 Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

SHOW BREAKDOWNRyans Fun Question Time (0:00-11:50)Storytime & Rabbit Trails (11:50-1:01:00)(Night of Worship, There is Only One, & Easter Sunday)Parallels between Adam and Jesus (1:01:00-1:20:00)Living in the Resurrection Every Day (1:20:00-1:32:00)ADAM AND JESUS PARALLELSThe first Adam yielded to temptation in a garden. (Genesis 3:6)The Last Adam beat temptation in a garden. (Luke 22:42)The first Adam ate and a covenant was broken. (Hosea 6:7)The Last Adam ate and a covenant was established. (Matthew 26:26)The first Adam was a man who sought to become like God. (Genesis 3:5)The Last Adam was God who became a man. (John 1:14)The first Adam was naked and received clothes. (Genesis 3:21)The Last Adam had clothes but was stripped naked. (Matthew 27:28)The first Adam tasted death from a tree. (Genesis 2:17)The Last Adam tasted death on a tree. (1 Peter 2:24)The first Adam hid from the face of God. (Genesis 3:10)The Last Adam begged God not to hide His face. (Matthew 27:46)The first Adam blamed his bride. (Genesis 3:12)The Last Adam took the blame for His bride. (Ephesians 5:25)The first Adam brought thorns and thistles. (Genesis 3:18)The Last Adam wore thorns and thistles. (Matthew 27:29)The first Adam brought a curse. (Genesis 3:17)The Last Adam became a curse. (Galatians 3:13)The first Adam gained a wife when God opened man's side (Genesis 2:21-22)The Last Adam gained a wife when man opened God's side (John 19:34) VERSES MENTIONEDRomans 5:12-21Colossians 2:13-152 Corinthians 3:7-18

Holy Week Reading:Matthew 21-28Mark 14-16Luke 19-24John 12-20 To see the article we used to outline the events that took place each day of Holy Week, click here. Here are two articles describing what Jesus did during the time between His death and resurrection:Desiring God ArticleGot Questions Article    

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

On today's episode, we're discussing how we see the Holy Spirit moving specifically within New River Church, as well as how continual prayer is a key component to making room for God to move in our lives.

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.

Learn more about New River Church by visiting us online at newriver.church.