Welcome to the weekly podcast of Pastor DJ Edwards and The River in Park Hills, Missouri.
What if your calendar and bank statement could speak for you—what would they say you love most? In this thought-provoking sermon, Pastor DJ unpacks the connection between our hearts and our habits, showing how our time and money reveal what we truly value. Discover God's heart for generosity and why giving isn't just about finances—it's about freedom, trust, and transformation. Don't miss this one—it just might change the way you give and the way you live.
Listen as we dive into why knowing the truth is essential — and why we can't truly believe what we don't know. Once the truth is revealed to us, it becomes our responsibility to seek the Lord out with intention, to call on Him, and to pursue Him wholeheartedly.
Easter isn't just a moment in history — it's the foundation of everything we believe. In this Easter Sunday message, we explore how the resurrection of Jesus is the cornerstone of our faith and the key to experiencing new life in Him. What does resurrection mean for us today? How can we walk in the power of it — in our struggles, our relationships, and our daily lives? Come be reminded that because He lives, we can rise too.
Jesus didn't ride into Jerusalem on a war horse—He came on a donkey. Not to conquer by force, but to bring peace. That one humble moment fulfilled prophecy and flipped the world's idea of kingship on its head. The people cried, “Hosanna!” hoping for a political Savior. But Jesus came to bring a deeper kind of deliverance—a spiritual Kingdom that would stretch to every nation, tribe, and tongue. His Kingdom isn't built on power plays. It's built on peace, humility, and sacrifice. And it's still growing.
Enjoy this message from Pastor Vince Wilson!
The perpetual heart of the one true God is to partner with His creation to accomplish all His purposes.
Did you know the Tabernacle Moses built in the wilderness is a picture of Heaven? And, a picture of Eden? And, a picture of Jesus? And, a picture of YOU?! It's hard to wrap our mind around the information shared in this message!
Pastor Dj teaches once again from the book of Exodus and shows us the heart of God's Law & the purpose of God's Law in the life of a believer.
The event of the Exodus by the children of Israel, from the bondage of Egyptian slavery holds some of the greatest displays of God's power in all of scripture. It also gives some of the boldest pictures of the Gospel, to help us understand what is ours in Jesus. Get ready for one of the most eye-opening messages you've ever heard.
Pastor Vince opens up the book of Job once again and teaches about Testing & Suffering.
Take a listen as Pastor Vince Wilson teaches from the book of Job!
Pastor DJ & Ms Rose go head to head with one of the most scandalous portions of Scripture. Take a listen to learn what we can take away from uncomfortable & tricky Old Testament narratives.
Take a listen as Pastor Dj teaches from the story of Abraham & Sarah from the book of Genesis
Our first SUNDAY sermon of 2025 as we read and preach through the Bible in year together. Pastor Dj starts in Genesis 3 and shows us the problem with humanity and how the story of scripture shows us a continual pattern of self exaltation.
What does it mean to be anointed? What is the anointing for? Listen to this amazing teaching on the anointing of the Holy Spirit and what it means for your life.
Enjoy our last sermon of 2024! Pastor Dj reminds us that the life of a believer is always moving forward.
Take a listen as Pastor Dj presents a mash up of his favorite Christmas messages of the past.
A message from the prophecy in Isaiah chapter 9. What does it mean that His name will be called Wonderful Counselor or The Prince of Peace? Join us and find out!
Pastor DJ reminds us that we are not kept by our own efforts, but we are entirely kept by our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ!
Join us for a teaching on justification & sanctification. Be encouraged as we look in the scriptures at how God calls his people, sets them apart for His purposes and gives them His right desires. We are justified and sanctified!
Pastor DJ encourages us to be a people whose lives are totally surrendered to the One who gave it all.
Pastor DJ brings a message answering the questions "What is faith?" and "How do we get it?" Enjoy this message called, "Faith Works".
Sometimes life throws us curveballs and can leave us asking the question, "What's the point?" Listen to this teaching from Pastor DJ as he shows us the Biblical answer to that very question.
What do you do when your life is in a transition? What steps should you take to help you through a wilderness season. Listen as Vince brings a practical life message entitled, " Warning: Transition in Process."
What is salvation? Is our salvation secured by our behavior? Take a listen to this sermon on what salvation is and what it isn't.
Take a listen as Pastor Dj testifies and shares with us the radical changes he is experiencing in his life. Maybe you are experiencing something similar? Maybe you are experiencing a theological transplant!
Pastor DJ challenges us to live a life that is loud with the good news of Jesus Christ.
Not all contact with God's Word is good contact. We must come to God's Word on its terms, not our own. Take a listen as Pastor Dj teaches on what The Bible is and how handling it responsibly will transform our lives.
Listen to this sermon about the type of people that God uses!
Join us as Pastor Dj shares 3 of his favorite areas of scripture and explains why.
Enjoy this message on how believers should react & respond during rough seasons of prayer!
The foundation of all prayer is fellowship with The Lord Himself. All of our petitions and intercession is left sorely lacking, without His continuous lead. Get to know God by focusing your prayer time on communion with Him!
Listen to week 2 of our mini sermon series on prayer!
Is it ok to ask God for the things we need and desire? Why does God answer some prayers, but not others? How can we know what to pray, and how? In this, the first message in our series on Prayer, we gain rare insight that is “hiding in plain sight.” Learn what Jesus says about making requests of God, and start praying like never before.
We are called to love God with our whole being, not just with a “belief”. We serve God with our spirit, our mind, and our physical body! Be encouraged and inspired by this challenging message to “Own the Zone” of your life!
If God dwells within a person, that person has a burden to see others come to The Lord. His heartbeat is to offer an invitation of forgiveness, redemption, and a to be a part of His family, to all human beings. And, He sends this offer THROUGH those that already belong to Him. We are called OUT to the lost!
The term “Body of Christ” includes all who have placed their faith in Jesus for salvation. The term “Church”, however, refers to the gathering together of believers, into local assembled families, for the purpose of fellowship, worship, discipleship, and service. Much of what God does for and through humanity is reserved exclusively for the “Church”. Even hearing from God is extremely limited, if we are not a committed part of our local Church family. Be encouraged and challenged by this message, as we learn about the gift, which is the Church.
The Lord is calling us to more. In this second week of our series, we hear practical information from God's Word that show us how to walk in closer fellowship with Him. You will never be the same after hearing this, somewhat radical, and totally refreshing look at the Christian life.
“Recently, the Lord spoke to me while I was standing in my kitchen, and said “you are called to more”.” Pastor D.J. shares here what God put on his heart concerning what this local body of believers is being challenged to do in this season.
Almost immediately after Jesus' resurrection, He walked with two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. They were kept from recognizing Him. As they talked He took them through the Old Testament scriptures, interpreting all that was written about Him. What did He tell them? There are three basic concepts He would've covered. In this final message of this three part series we explore the MESSIANIC PROPHECIES. Be sure to watch week 1 and 2
Almost immediately after Jesus' resurrection, He walked with two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. They were kept from recognizing Him. As they talked He took them through the Old Testament scriptures, interpreting all that was written about Him. What did He tell them? There are three basic concepts He would've covered. In this second of this three part series we explore the CHRISTOPHANIES; “visible manifestations of God the Son on Earth, BEFORE He came as Jesus” Be sure to watch week 1 and 3
Almost immediately after Jesus' resurrection, He walked with two of His disciples on the road to Emmaus. They were kept from recognizing Him. As they talked He took them through the Old Testament scriptures, interpreting all that was written about Him. What did He tell them? There are three basic concepts He would've covered. In this first of this three part series we explore TYPOLOGY; the events that literally took place, and people that actually lived, that “painted a picture” of Jesus and His work on the cross to pay fulfill the Law, forgive of sin, redeem from the curse.