RiverLife Fellowship

Run to Rest | Ryan Meade | Wilmington

When we think about rest, we commonly think about sleep, or Sabbath, or even vacation. In Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus offers us rest in the middle of our labors and burdens. There is an open invitation to find rest in the middle of doing the things that we have been called and created to do.  
 
Join us in Wilmington as Senior Pastor Ryan Meade encourages us to lay our burdens at the feet of Jesus and rest in him.

Women in Ministry pt. 2 | Matthew Bollinger | Chapel Hill

"The Lord gives the command: the women who proclaim good news are a great army." In Psalm 68, David writes "Kings of armies flee, they flee, and she who remains at home will divide the spoils!" (Psalms 68:11-12 NASB2020). A few years ago, Dr. Ed Silvoso, a participant of the next-wave of the Argentine Revival, wrote a powerful book called "Women: God's Secret Weapon." He writes: "One of the most fascinating verses in the Bible is Psalm 68:11 (above) which describes a company of women who proclaim good news. The intriguing fact is not women preaching the gospel but the fact that in this particular case they are convened by the Lord to destroy His enemies. They do such a great job that kings and armies flee in total disarray, making it possible for these women to also loot the enemy camp."
 
Join us in Chapel Hill as Senior Pastor Matthew Bollinger takes a look at some of the women surrounding Jesus and his ministry, and examine his interactions with them.
 
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Whatever the Circumstances | Andy Squyres | Mooresville

How was Paul the Apostle able to "do all thinks through Christ who strengthens me?" (Philippians 4:13). Throughout the book of Acts and in his Epistles, we see Paul confronted with circumstances that can generously be described as less than ideal. However, through it all, he maintains joy. The answer to Paul's joy can be found within the book of Ruth.
 
Join us in Mooresville as Pastor Andy Squyres takes a look at the lives of Naomi and Ruth in order to explore how to make sense out of our lives whether we are in abundance or lack.
 
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Women in Ministry Pt. 1 | Matthew Bollinger | Chapel Hill

During his earthly ministry, Jesus was constantly challenging the social norms regarding women. Essentially, he was asking His disciples to "repent" - change the way they think about and view women and children. Jesus is perfect theology. Religion has said for centuries to women: "No, don't bother dreaming with God about being a leader, you are a woman." and "No, don't aspire to leadership, you are a woman." What does Jesus say? What are his interactions like with and around women? Jesus is perfect theology, therefore, you must interpret Paul through the lens of Jesus. 
 
Join us in Chapel Hill as Senior Pastor Matthew Bollinger lays a theological basis for the role of women in the church. Stick around for part 2 & 3 where we look at specific women in the Bible and church history to gain an understanding regarding Jesus' view on women. Finally, in part 4, we will examine the statements of Paul in his letters to seek and gain clarity.
 
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Have You Not Heard | Dr. Noah Manyika | Mooresville

We often yearn for a word from the Lord, anticipating that a new word will resolve our challenges. However, there are instances where a new revelation may not offer the solutions we seek (Isaiah 40:21). In such moments, we should revisit and reflect upon the wisdom already given to us (Ecclesiastes 9:11). When we do so, we begin to discern overlooked possibilities and recognize comparative advantages previously unseen. Then, we can pick ourselves up, encourage ourselves in the Lord (1 Samuel 30:6-8), and move forward into the life we’ve dreamed of.
 
Join us in Mooresville as special guest speaker Dr. Noah Manyika encourages us on the nature of old revelation.
 
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Expanding Our Capacity | Sarah Bollinger | Chapel Hill

The Lord is expanding our capacity! Not just building and church plants, but the Lord wants to expand our capacity to love like He does. As Isaiah 54:2 says, "Enlarge the place of your tent, and let them stretch out the curtains of your dwellings. Do not spare. Lengthen your cords, and strengthen your stakes." Let God stretch your "tent pegs." Let go, Let God, and let grace do its work.
 
Join us in Chapel Hill as pastor Sarah Bollinger teaches us about becoming communities which walk in the Lord's presence and power.
 
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A Prophetic and Priestly Prayer | Byron Wicker | Mooresville

We all need guidance from the Holy Spirit to make important decisions. In Ephesians 1:17, Paul offers a prayer for those who need direction. He appealed to the God of the Lord Jesus, the Father of Glory, to give (impart) to the Ephesian church a spirit of wisdom and revelation. It means our heavenly Father wants to hand over or impart everything we need. All we need to do is persistently ask Him with a heart of gratitude.
 
Join us in Mooresville as Senior Pastor Byron Wicker reads from Ephesians and teaches us the importance of earnest prayer.
 
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You Are Not Alone | Sarah Bollinger | Chapel Hill

Immediately after one of God's greatest victories against the prophets of Baal, Elijah wanted to die. Why? Because he bought into a lie that he was alone. How did God respond to his fear and self-doubt? He met him with Grace and Mercy! As you listen, receive the same assurance from your Father during these tumultuous times in which we live. We are meant to live face-to-face with Jesus. Get anchored and hear the voice of the Lord for yourself.
 
Join us in Chapel Hill as Pastor Sarah Bollinger unpacks some revelation from the recent Women's retreat about the nature of our fears.
 
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A Family Revelation | Byron Wicker | Mooresville

Paul's letter to the Ephesians highlights the truth that believers are adopted into God's family with Him as their loving Father. This imagery portrays the close and intimate relationship between God and His children, as well as the unity and oneness among believers in God's family. This powerful truth emphasized that the family of God and the Kingdom of God are inseparable.
 
Join us in Mooresville as Senior Pastor Byron Wicker continues his look through Ephesians and reveals the truth of our adopted status as God's children.
 
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Times of Refreshing | Matthew Bollinger | Chapel Hill

Have you ever been walking through your house and thought, "Wow, we just need to get rid of all this clutter?!" What is "clutter?" Unneeded and unnecessary items that are mostly unused and are simply getting in the way. The Lord is wanting to free us. He wants to remove the debris, the distractions, the disappointments. These are not needed spiritually. He wants to tear down any idols and free us from any besetting sin. He loves us like a Father loves a child! Will you let Him? Will you yield? He wants to spark joy, where we choose what to discard by the leading of the Holy Spirit, keeping only those items that speak to our heart... spending our lives surrounded by the Lord and the people He loves the most.
 
Join us in Chapel Hill as Senior Pastor Matthew Bollinger shares a fresh revelation on the joys of refreshment.
 
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