Podcasts about Redland

As the Israelites approach the flooded Jordan, God instructs them to cross into the land he promised to give them. But how? After 40 years, why now? God was revealing something to them that we need to learn as well. From Joshua 3.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Messengers of HIS CHURCH

As the Israelites get ready to cross the Jordan, two spies encounter a lady in Jericho named Rahab. By external appearances, she is an unlikely to be much value. But God had a different story in mind. This outsider becomes a central figure in the lineage of Jesus. From Joshua 2.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Excel in this GRACE

Everyone wants to be strong & face obstacles with courage. But where does that inner fortitude come from? As Joshua faces an enormous challenge ahead, God provides insight not only on what he is to do, but what will sustain him in the battle. From Joshua 1.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Equal Sacrifice

After their deliverance from slavery, God gives his people a vision for their future. The odds seem overwhelming and everyone wants to turn back. Only two, Joshua & Caleb, lean in with faith. Will we be like Joshua or the crowd? From Numbers 13-14.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Increase the Harvest Stewards of Grace

The return of Jesus may feel like it has taken forever. Yet the confession of the church has always been, “Jesus is coming soon.” Because it is soon, Peter encourages believers to make every effort to be ready to welcome him. Are you ready and excited? From 2 Peter 3:3-14.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Many followers of Jesus may feel stuck in their walk. A lack of transformation or ongoing struggle with sin can be discouraging. Peter reminds believers that change is possible because of God’s divine power in us. Because of that power, we can experience transformation. From 2 Peter 1:3-11.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

There is a lot we can worry about in the world. Left unchecked, anxiety creates numerous problems. But God is big enough to handle the burdens we carry and invites us to release them to him. When we do, we resist the attacks of the enemy. From 1 Peter 5:6-11.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Peace or Performance 

In order for the church to be healthy and fulfill its mission, it must have healthy leaders to steward it well. Peter wrote to these believers about the kinds of Elders who should shepherd God’s flock. The church also has a responsibility to follow their leadership. From 1 Peter 5:1-5.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

God has given believer's abilities to use to administer his grace to others. Are you using yours? From 1 Peter 4:7-11.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Living for Christ in a broken world is hard. Peter knows followers of Jesus will need a mentality that helps them face adversity. He wants to help them prepare so they aren’t ambushed by pressures from the world. From 1 Peter 4:1-6.

The weekly sermon from Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon. Today's message comes from guest speaker and Elder Eric Birch.

Suffering can often seem pointless and random. Yet the suffering of Jesus had a purpose: to bring us to the Father. The patience of God, who waited in the days of Noah, is waiting on you to come to Jesus. From 1 Peter 3: 18-22.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

We live in a broken world where people doing good are mistreated and suffer hardship. How are followers of Jesus to respond to unjust attacks? How can we use this suffering as a platform to shine the light of Christ? From 1 Peter 3:8-17.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Marriage is hard work, even in the best of circumstances. Peter speaks to husbands and wives to challenge them to go against the cultural norms and focus on the most important thing. In doing so, he gives hope to those who are struggling in this primary relationship. From 1 Peter 3:1-7.

The weekly sermon from Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon. Today's message comes from guest speaker and Elder Josh Rief.

Our great enemy certainly uses outside influences against us. But he also has a strategy to use our own desires to self sabotage. Peter wants believers to have a heads up and a plan to resist his tactics. From 1 Peter 2: 11-17

The weekly sermon from Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon. Today's message comes from guest speaker and Elder Josh Rief.

In light of God’s work in our lives and his calling to be holy, some old things need to go. When we get rid of those things, we desire to be filled up by him. Just as a newborn baby craves milk, the born again believer should crave to be fed the word. From 1 Peter 2:1-10.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Christians swim upstream in the world. The call to “be holy” is an enormously difficult, but essential in living a life for God. How can we do that? Peter offers us some instruction. From 1 Peter 1.

Trials and hardships are a universal human experience. It is so easy to wonder why we are experiencing this pain. In today's text Peter is going to help the believers understand that God is using those trials to refine their faith and make it stronger. From 1 Peter 1:6-9.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Travel to a foreign country can remind us how much we don’t fit in. But what about when you stand out at home? A life lived for Jesus will mean we are swimming against the tide of culture. By keeping our eyes on our true home, we can find courage and strength. From 1 Peter 1:1-5.

The weekly sermon from Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon. Today's sermon is from guest speaker and elder Eric Birch. 

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Cravings are a part of our normal appetite. Jesus says if that hunger is directed towards being right with God, we will receive it. From Matthew 5:6.

Bankruptcy is not a fun place to be, but can offer protections for a new start. Jesus offers the spiritually bankrupt something even better: the Kingdom. The first Beatitude about the poor in spirit is the beginning to unlocking the resources of Heaven. From Matthew 5:3.

A lack of vision is debilitating. Clarity of vision is life-saving. Jesus says those who have a pure heart will see him clearly. Is there anything in your life that is hindering you from seeing him clearly? If so, Jesus offers us a way forward. From Matthew 5:8

We live in a world that is short on peace. Yet Jesus offers abundant peace. When we have it and live in it, there are many blessings to be had. From Matthew 5.

Jesus, even in his perfection and love for others, received harsh treatment. Although innocent, eventually his life would be taken. When we live for Jesus, we too should expect a certain level of opposition. How we respond to it is an important part of our witness. From Matthew 5:10-12.

The weekly sermon from Pastor Steve Rief, at Evergreen Community Church in Redland, Oregon.

Easter is a celebration that the resurrection of Jesus enables us to also be made alive. When we are in Christ, we are made new and the old is gone. When that transformation happens, we don’t want to look back. From Colossians 2-3.

We are a blessed people. Because I have been blessed, I can be a blessing to others. When we are generous with our blessings, we plant seeds for a future harvest. From 2 Corinthians 9.