Podcast appearances and mentions of rob ketterling

We live for God's Forever Glory story. Our lives are part of His greater story. But many in our culture have “walked off the page,” trying to write their own story apart from Him. Pastor Rob reminds us that without God at the center, we lose our sense of purpose, meaning, identity and hope. Now more than ever, people are open and we're called to invite them back into the story they were always meant to live.

Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge Choir came to sing songs of praise and worship and share powerful testimonies of what God is doing in their lives.

We wrapped up our Defense Against the Dark series on Pentecost Sunday with a powerful reminder from Pastor Rob: Spiritual warfare is real, but so is the power we've been given. Through the baptism in the Holy Spirit, we are equipped to stand firm and walk in victory. The gifts of the Spirit aren't just for then, they're for now.

Pastor Rob exposes the rise and danger of spiritual counterfeits that imitate God's truth but open doors to deception and demonic influence. It calls believers to reject these practices, embrace full surrender to Jesus, and walk in the authority and freedom found in Him alone.

Pastor Connor emphasizes that believers don't have to stay bound by darkness because Jesus has the power to set them free. It teaches that while spiritual warfare is inevitable for those advancing God's Kingdom, God provides both offensive and defensive tools—like truth, prayer, and the armor of God—for victory.

Pastor Kirk kicked off our new sermon series, Defense Against the Dark, with a powerful reminder: spiritual warfare isn't fantasy, it's fact. He unpacked the unseen reality of angels and demons at work and challenged us to be alert, not afraid.As followers of Jesus, we are called to live in the light, not fear the dark. Armed with truth, righteousness, faith and the Word of God, we are equipped to stand firm against the enemy's schemes.

In this episode Logan is joined by Pastor Rob to unpack the mindset shifts every pastor and church leader needs to embrace healthy, effective delegation. From letting go of guilt to stewarding critical leadership moments, you'll gain practical insight into leading without burning out. Learn how to empower others while focusing on the 5% of your role that only you can do.

Pastor Rob's Mother's Day message celebrates the Proverbs 31 woman as a picture of godly wisdom, emphasizing her worth, walk, and witness as rooted in faithfulness rather than perfection. It challenges cultural confusion around womanhood by honoring both stay-at-home and working mothers, showing that true value is found in a life aligned with God.

Pastor Rob teaches on the value of a father by highlighting the powerful legacy of a father who fears the Lord, drawing from Psalm 112 to show how godliness impacts generations. It calls men to embrace their role as spiritual leaders whose lives reflect God's righteousness in both word and action.

This weekend, Ted Cunningham joined us to emphasize the importance of preparing children to leave home by guiding them toward a strong, personal relationship with Jesus. It challenges parents to model faith authentically, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize their marriage as they release their children into adulthood.

Message by Pastor Rob Ketterling at the 2025 EQUIP Conference on April 25, 2025, at 7:30 pm.   The post EQUIP Conference 2025 – Main Session 2 with Pastor Rob Ketterling appeared first on MDC.

Breakout: 10 Things That Great Leaders Do with Pastor Rob Ketterling on Saturday, April 26, at 10:00 am at the EQUIP Conference The post EQUIP Conference 2025 – April 26th Breakout with Rob Ketterling appeared first on MDC.

Message by Pastor Rob Ketterling at the 104th District Council on April 24, 2025, at 7:00 pm   The post District Council 2025 – Leadership Session with Pastor Rob Ketterling appeared first on MDC.

This Easter sermon celebrates the resurrection of Jesus as the centerpiece of our faith, proving that sin's debt is paid, new life is available, and resurrection power now lives in us. It reminds us that the empty tomb is not just something we admire—it's the foundation we live from every day.

Pastor Rob closes our "Shaped by the Cross" series challenging us to follow Jesus' path of self-denial, surrender, suffering, and ultimate sacrifice as a daily act of love and worship. True sacrifice isn't about ritual or convenience—it's about laying down everything for God's glory and drawing closer to Him.

Pastor Terry's sermon on suffering emphasizes that pain is not pointless but a tool God uses to shape us and reveal His glory. By looking to Jesus' own suffering, we learn to endure with hope, trust in God's sovereignty, and support others in their trials.

In week two of our series "Shaped by the Cross", Pastor Rob emphasizes that true spiritual freedom begins when we let go of control and fully trust God. It highlights Jesus' ultimate act of surrender on the cross and challenges us to actively yield every part of our lives to Him.

Pastor Kirk Graham kicks off our new series, “Shaped by the Cross”, by challenging us to embrace self-denial by taking up our cross daily and yielding fully to God's purposes. Learn how living with less can lead to more of God's power, freedom, and forever glory.

Pastor Rob emphasizes that while sickness and disease are widespread, true healing is found in Jesus, the ultimate healer. He challenges us to actively seek God with faith, recognize His power, and boldly pray for miracles, trusting in God's will for healing.

Pastor Shaddye Melu, campus pastor at Northwest University, shares what to do as we wait for miracles. If you have a need, you are in a place to receive a miracle!

Pastor Rob emphasizes the crucial role of those who support missionaries through prayer, encouragement, financial giving, and discipleship, drawing parallels between William Carey's mission work and the Apostle Paul's early dependence on others. It challenges believers to take an active role in missions, either by going or by faithfully holding the rope for those who do.

This sermon explores the biblical and historical evidence affirming that Jesus is God, addressing common doubts and misconceptions both in the early church and today. Through scripture, the Megiddo Mosaic, and Jesus' teachings as the Good Shepherd, Pastor Logan emphasizes the importance of fully recognizing and trusting in Christ's divine nature.

In the final week of our giving series, Pastor Rob teaches on biblical stewardship, emphasizing that everything we have belongs to God and should be managed wisely for His glory. It challenges believers to embrace generosity, break free from materialism, and align their finances with God's eternal purpose.

For week two of our series "Open Windows", Pastor Rob and Pastor Davey share why we give above and beyond the tithe. We are blessed to be a blessing, and we get to do that through Kingdom Builders! 

Join us for our new series,  as we explore the biblical principles of tithing, faith, and God's abundant provision. Discover how trusting God with your finances can lead to breakthrough, blessing, and a life lived under His open windows of grace.

Discover God's design for friendship in a world facing a “friendship recession.” Join us as we explore biblical truths and practical steps to build meaningful, Christ-centered relationships.

Invested Week 3 | Rob Ketterling | Sunday, January 26, 2025

Pastor Kirk starts our series on friendship by sharing shocking statistics about the crisis of loneliness. This is not a hopeless problem: We know the solution is friendship with Jesus!

Pastor Rob reflects on what God did through our 2024 theme, "247", and sets the theme for 2025. We are living for "Forever Glory", not the glory we find on earth. 

Pastor Davey prepares us for 21 Days of Prayer & Fasting by encouraging us to get more connected to God and less connected to the world. Prayer and fasting change us, not God! 

Join us as we dive into the incredible meaning of 'Immanuel'—God with us. This message reminds us that Christmas is more than a celebration; it's about God coming close, transforming our lives with His presence, and fulfilling His promises in ways that are deeply personal and powerful. Discover how God's nearness changes everything!

Episode 152: Pastor Rob joins Pastor Logan this week to share pivotal moments from his early life that shaped his ministry and worldview. From transformative mission trips to Brazil and India, to navigating personal revelations and college experiences, Pastor Rob takes us on a journey of faith, growth, and adventure. He reflects on the impact of early mentorship, cross-cultural ministry, and a commitment to accountability and resilience in leadership.

Pastor Kirk shares the nature of light: that it gives life, it overcomes the darkness and that it spreads. Because Jesus is the light of the world and the light of our salvation, we can experience all these things. 

How can generosity transform your ministry? In this episode of the Vanderbloemen Leadership Podcast, host William Vanderbloemen sits down with Rob Ketterling, pastor of River Valley Church in Minnesota and author of The Generous Life. Rob shares his journey of starting a thriving church, the role of generosity in ministry, and actionable strategies for encouraging year-end giving. Discover practical tips on tithing, building strong teams, and securing funding for church growth and impact. Don't miss these valuable insights to help your church thrive! Build your best team through our customized executive search practices, contact us today to get started!    Follow Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robketterling/?hl=en More info about Rob: https://robketterling.com Buy The Generous Life: https://bit.ly/4gtjZSy

Pastor Rob kicks off our Christmas series, This is Our Jesus, explaining five categories of prophecies that Jesus fulfilled. When we realize how miraculous this is, we should have the faith that nothing is impossible for God!

Pastor Kirk preaches on another of River Valley Worship's latest songs, "Room at the Cross." There is more room for people to be saved because of what Jesus has done on the cross.

Pastor Rob encourages us with the theology from one of River Valley Worship's new songs, "Overcome". We will overcome the devil's lies by the blood of the lamb and the word of our testimony! 

Pastor Rob shares the heart of Paul in 1 Corinthians 16:8-9, that we have an open door to reach many people. If Paul considered 250,000 people to be a great opportunity, how much greater is our opportunity to give $12 million this Miracle Offering!

Pastor Rob shares the importance of "hurling yourself into the ministry" and being a small name that fills a role with joy. 

Pastor Davey preaches out of Philippians 4:4-9 on how we can deal with anxiety. Through praise, prayer, practice and peace, we will overcome anxiety. 

Pastor Kirk preaches on God's command to not fear out of Joshua 1:2-9, and how we are to respond to that command. 

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Pastor Rob teaches about the gift of giving and the lie of just in case from his new book, "The Generous Life". 

Send us a textIn this episode, we are honored to welcome Pastor Rob Ketterling to the show. As our world grows increasingly divided, many believers grapple with how to engage with the political climate while staying true to their faith. Pastor Ketterling brings his wisdom and experience to this timely conversation, offering biblical perspectives on how Christians can navigate political tension, remain grounded in their values, and be a light in these challenging times. Tune in as we discuss the balance between faith and politics, how to foster unity in a divided world, and the church's role in today's society."The Generous Life" and more about Pastor Rob Here: https://robketterling.com/Mental Health Therapists... Apply today at emerge.org/careers and join us in the battle to help people find freedom and rest...Support the showContact Us: Email the show: experience@emerge.org Emerge.org facebook.com/EmergeCounselingMinistries Thank you for listening, sharing, and praying for our podcast!Support the ExEm podcast by clicking here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/882700/support

What's in your hands? That's your plan. What's in God's hands? That's the vision. What's in your heart? That's the dream. Pastor Rob Ketterling (Lead Pastor of River Valley Church in MN) sits down with Josiah and Micah Kennealy to talk about working out your plan, vision, dream as well as generosity, planting a church that was relevant for young adults, and Pastor Rob's best insights for young leaders. We also talk about church hurt, deconstruction, and leadership. www.youngadults.today   To express your generosity and invest into reaching young adults for Christ you can visit: https://tithe.ly/give?c=5350133 Pick up a copy of Pastor Rob's newest book "The Generous Life": https://amzn.to/4f10Gim Also, follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youngadults.today 

"In God's mercy, He's not asking all of us to give up everything, but He is asking 'Are you willing?'". Pastor Logan preaches out of Luke 14 on the cost of discipleship.

Pastor Rob shares the importance of voting and what we should be considering as we prepare for the upcoming election. 

Katherine Wolf shares her testimony and how even in our greatest suffering, there are treasures God has for us. 

God is always with us, but are we always with Him? Pastor Kirk challenges us to come into God's presence hungry to encounter Him. 

Pastor Rob explains why we do what we do in church, such as raising our hands in worship, clapping, and having a salvation call at the end of every service.