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Welcome to the James River Church podcast where you will find weekly encouraging sermons from Pastor John Lindell and others! James River Church is one church in multiple locations in the Southwest Missouri area. To learn more, visit jamesriver.church. James River Church, led by Pastors John and Debbie Lindell, is one church in four locations in southwest Missouri, with additional campuses online. The church is passionate about making everyone connected to James River Church feel welcomed home through inspiring worship services and high-energy kids and youth programs. The leadership at James River Church is dedicated to teaching the whole Word of God through engaging, expository preaching. We pray these messages are a blessing and encouragement to your life as God reveals His truth to you through the good news of the Gospel!
Episodes

4 days ago
4 days ago
How can a personal encounter with God transform my pain into purpose?
In this message, Pastor Levi Lusko walks through Isaiah’s powerful vision of God’s glory, showing how seasons of loss and brokenness can become launching points for fresh revelation and divine calling. Our prayer is that as you experience God's presence, you would be drawn to deeper praise, receive healing through humility, and boldly say, “Here am I—send me.”

7 days ago
Reaching The Lost | David Lindell
7 days ago
7 days ago
How can I be part of God’s plan to reach people who don’t know Him?
In this message, Pastor David Lindell shares how Jesus’ compassion for the crowds reveals the heart of God for the lost—and how He calls us to be part of the solution through prayer and action. Our prayer is that you’ll be stirred to pray for laborers, share the gospel boldly, and trust that God is working through your intercession to draw people to salvation.

Monday Jun 23, 2025
Believing God For Big Things | John Lindell
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025

Friday Jun 20, 2025
Waiting For The Lord to Work | John Lindell
Friday Jun 20, 2025
Friday Jun 20, 2025

Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
The Power of Self Talk | John Lindell
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
Wednesday Jun 18, 2025
What should you do when your troubles are your own fault?
In this honest and hope-filled message from Pastor John Lindell, we learn from David’s darkest decisions and discover how to respond when we've made a mess of things. Our prayer is that you’ll be encouraged to seek God, speak His truth over your life, and find restoration in His grace no matter how far you’ve strayed.

Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Knowing the Ways of the Lord | John Lindell
Thursday Jun 12, 2025
Thursday Jun 12, 2025
What happens when you move from knowing about God to knowing His ways?
In this message, Pastor John Lindell explores how Moses developed a deep friendship with God by spending time in His presence. When you know God's ways, it leads to friendship, favor, and the faith to boldly ask for big things.

Monday Jun 09, 2025
A Spiritually Dark Place | Brandon Lindell
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
What happens when you open the door to spiritual darkness?
In this message, Pastor Brandon Lindell examines the tragic choices of King Saul in 1 Samuel 28 and reveals how ignoring God's voice and living in sin can lead to devastating consequences. Our prayer is that you'll be stirred to seek God and discover the grace and freedom that is found in Jesus Christ.

Monday Jun 09, 2025
It’s Time to Train | David Lindell
Monday Jun 09, 2025
Monday Jun 09, 2025
How do you train yourself for godliness in a world full of distractions?
In this message from 1 Timothy 4:7–8, we’re reminded that spiritual growth doesn’t happen by accident—it requires personal responsibility, consistent discipline, and a deep desire to walk closely with the Lord. Our prayer is that this message stirs a greater hunger in your heart to pursue the presence of God and live a life growing in godliness.

Monday Jun 02, 2025
Growing in Godliness | David Lindell
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Monday Jun 02, 2025
Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of spiritual déjà vu — repeating the same mistakes you promised you’d never make again?
In this message, we see a powerful contrast in 1 Samuel 26: Saul in a cycle of sin and David choosing to grow in godliness. Our prayer for you is that you experience the freedom and victory that come from living a life fully surrendered to the Lord.

Thursday May 29, 2025
Ready or Not | Brandon Lindell
Thursday May 29, 2025
Thursday May 29, 2025

Monday May 26, 2025
Loving People Who Wrong You | John Lindell
Monday May 26, 2025
Monday May 26, 2025

Thursday May 22, 2025
The Importance of Personal Time with God | John Lindell
Thursday May 22, 2025
Thursday May 22, 2025
Why is time with God important?
Pastor John Lindell shares how Moses was transformed by spending time with God—face to face, day after day. Our prayer is that you would discover the power of personal time with the Lord and let His presence change your heart, your thoughts, and your life.

Monday May 19, 2025
Seeking God’s Direction in Your Life | John Lindell
Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025

Monday May 12, 2025
Marks of a Wise Woman | John Lindell
Monday May 12, 2025
Monday May 12, 2025

Thursday May 08, 2025
Going Deeper With God | John Lindell
Thursday May 08, 2025
Thursday May 08, 2025

Monday May 05, 2025
Basic Decisions for Big Blessings | Brandon Lindell
Monday May 05, 2025
Monday May 05, 2025

Thursday May 01, 2025
God Is Doing a New Thing | John Lindell
Thursday May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025

Monday Apr 28, 2025
The Fear of Men | John Lindell
Monday Apr 28, 2025
Monday Apr 28, 2025
How can you break free from the fear of people and live with boldness and trust in God?
In this message, The Fear of Men, Lead Pastor John Lindell shows how fear of people can trap us, distort our decisions, and weaken our walk with God. Through the story of David and the truths of Psalm 34, learn practical steps to overcome fear, live with boldness, and trust God’s strength over human opinion.

Thursday Apr 24, 2025
Power & Love | John Lindell
Thursday Apr 24, 2025
Thursday Apr 24, 2025
How does God’s power and love work together to transform your inner life and future?
In this message, Power & Love, Lead Pastor John Lindell unpacks Ephesians 3:16–20 to show how the Spirit strengthens us, Christ dwells in us, and God’s love fills us beyond understanding. When you're rooted in love and empowered by His Spirit, you’re positioned for a life of fullness and supernatural possibility.

Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
When God Shows Up in Your Life | John Lindell
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025

Monday Apr 14, 2025
Good Plans | Louie Giglio
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025

Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Your Friends & Your Future | David Lindell
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
How do the friends you choose today shape the future you're stepping into?
In this message, Pastor David Lindell looks at the friendship between David and Jonathan, showing how the right friends walk with you in hardship, speak truth, and keep God at the center of the relationship. Who you walk with shapes where you’re going.

Thursday Apr 03, 2025
The Shekinah & God's Presence | John Lindell
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025

Monday Mar 31, 2025
Protection and Prayer | John Lindell
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
How does God protect and strengthen us in the middle of life’s battles?
In this message, Lead Pastor John highlights how God’s protection surrounded David through people and circumstances. Even in danger, David’s response was prayer and worship, trusting God as his refuge and strength.

Monday Mar 24, 2025
The Benefits of God’s Favor | John Lindell
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
What are the benefits of God's favor?
In this message, Lead Pastor John Lindell highlights how the favor of God was powerfully evident in David’s life, and how God’s favor not only surrounds us like a shield but also reveals His presence through every battle we face.