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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

Friday Nov 09, 2018
Where You Are
Friday Nov 09, 2018
Friday Nov 09, 2018
In this message, Pastor Brandon Lindell shares an encouraging sermon titled, "Where You Are." Join us as we read John 4:27-42 and deepen our understanding of God's heart for people and His desire to be in relationship with them. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to align your heart with God's and cultivate a passion for reaching lost people.
Original content can be found Where You Are on JRC

Tuesday Nov 06, 2018
A Heart for People Who Don’t Know God
Tuesday Nov 06, 2018
Tuesday Nov 06, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a powerful sermon titled, "A Heart for People Who Don't Know God." Join us as we read Romans 9:1-5 and deepen our understanding of God's love for people. Our prayer is that this message gives you insight into God's heart and a passion to reach those who don't know Jesus as their Lord and Savior.
Original content can be found A Heart for People Who Don’t Know God on JRC

Tuesday Oct 30, 2018
Haunted: Pursuing the Paranormal
Tuesday Oct 30, 2018
Tuesday Oct 30, 2018
In this message, Lead Pastor John Lindell shares a truth-packed sermon titled, "Haunted: Pursuing the Paranormal." Join us as we read selected scriptures and gain a biblical perspective on the paranormal. Our prayer is that this message would open your eyes to the powerful truth of God's Word and encourage you to focus your life on the things of God.
Original content can be found Haunted: Pursuing the Paranormal on JRC

Saturday Oct 27, 2018
Hunger for God
Saturday Oct 27, 2018
Saturday Oct 27, 2018
In this message, Pastor David Lindell shares a strengthening sermon titled, "Hunger for God." Join us as we read Psalm 63:1-8 and learn insightful truth about drawing close to God and the power that comes through desiring to be near Him. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to spend time in God's presence as you cultivate a hunger for Him.
Original content can be found Hunger for God on JRC

Tuesday Oct 23, 2018
It’s In You
Tuesday Oct 23, 2018
Tuesday Oct 23, 2018
In this message, Robert Madu from Trinity Church in Cedar Hill, TX, shares a transforming sermon titled, "It's In You." Join us as we read the Apostle Paul's letter to Timothy in 2 Timothy 1:1-7 and learn the importance of stirring up the gifts that God placed inside of you. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to use your gifts to glorify God and watch how He works in your life in response!
Original content can be found It’s In You on JRC

Wednesday Oct 17, 2018
You Have A Seat At The Table
Wednesday Oct 17, 2018
Wednesday Oct 17, 2018
In this message, Bianca Olthoff, founder of In The Name of Love and lead pastor of The Father's House church in Orange County, shares a powerful sermon titled, "You Have A Seat At The Table." Join us as we read the parable of the great banquet table from Luke 14 and hear encouraging truth about the table God invites us to and the calling we receive when we place our faith in Jesus. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to pursue the calling of God that has been placed on your life!
Original content can be found You Have A Seat At The Table on JRC

Monday Oct 08, 2018
The Case for Grace (pt. 2)
Monday Oct 08, 2018
Monday Oct 08, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a truth-packed sermon titled, "The Case for Grace (pt. 2)." Join us as we read the second part of the Apostle Paul's case for grace in Romans 8:33-39 and strengthen our understanding of God's love and acceptance for us. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to rest in God's mercy and freedom as He conforms you to the image of Jesus.
Original content can be found The Case for Grace (pt. 2) on JRC

Friday Oct 05, 2018
Waiting for Power
Friday Oct 05, 2018
Friday Oct 05, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares an insightful sermon titled, "Waiting for Power." Join us as we read Isaiah 40:25-31 and gain a greater understanding of how we can get fresh strength from the Lord as we wait upon Him. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to confidently trust in the Lord for His provision and anticipate the power He will give you!
Original content can be found Waiting for Power on JRC

Tuesday Oct 02, 2018
The Case for Grace (pt. 1)
Tuesday Oct 02, 2018
Tuesday Oct 02, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a powerful sermon titled, "The Case for Grace (pt. 1)." Join us as we read the first part of the Apostle Paul's case for grace in Romans 8:31-34 and learn incredible truth about the righteousness we have through faith in Christ. Our prayer is that this message would deepen your understanding of the grace and freedom from condemnation that is given to those who put their faith in Jesus!
Original content can be found The Case for Grace (pt. 1) on JRC

Friday Sep 28, 2018
Power for Boldness
Friday Sep 28, 2018
Friday Sep 28, 2018
In this message, Pastor Brandon Lindell shares a strengthening sermon titled, "Power for Boldness." Join us as we read Acts 4:21-33 and learn powerful truth about the boldness God gives to his children in every situation. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to believe in the Lord for a fresh boldness as you follow Him!
Original content can be found Power for Boldness on JRC

Monday Sep 24, 2018
Salvation from Beginning to End
Monday Sep 24, 2018
Monday Sep 24, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a truth-packed sermon titled, "Salvation from Beginning to End." Join us as we study Romans 8:28-30 and learn life-transforming truth about the promise, purpose, and process of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. Our prayer is that this message would open your eyes to the beauty and generosity of the free gift of salvation!
Original content can be found Salvation from Beginning to End on JRC

Friday Sep 21, 2018
The Power of Praying in the Spirit
Friday Sep 21, 2018
Friday Sep 21, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares an insightful sermon titled, "The Power of Praying in the Spirit." Join us as we read God's Word and learn 6 aspects of praying in the Spirit from 1 Corinthians 14. Our prayer is that this message would deepen your understanding of the baptism in the Holy Spirit and encourage you to seek the Lord and receive the power and strength that comes from praying in the Spirit.
Original content can be found The Power of Praying in the Spirit on JRC

Tuesday Sep 18, 2018
Powerful, Helpful Prayer
Tuesday Sep 18, 2018
Tuesday Sep 18, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares an insightful sermon titled, "Powerful, Helpful Prayer." Join us as we read Romans 8:26-27 and learn three aspects about the empowerment and ministry of the Holy Spirit through prayer in the lives of every believer. Our hope is that this message would deepen your understanding of the Spirit's partnership with you in prayer as He brings about His will and victory for your life!
Original content can be found Powerful, Helpful Prayer on JRC

Thursday Sep 13, 2018
There Is Power
Thursday Sep 13, 2018
Thursday Sep 13, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a strengthening sermon titled, "There Is Power." Join us as we read Matthew 17:14-21 and hear encouraging truth about the power that comes through seeking the Lord through prayer. Our prayer is that the Lord would speak to you through this message and encourage you to look forward to His powerful working in your life!
Original content can be found There Is Power on JRC

Tuesday Sep 11, 2018
Groaning and Glory
Tuesday Sep 11, 2018
Tuesday Sep 11, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a truth-packed sermon titled, "Groaning and Glory." Join us as we read Romans 8:17-25 and hear powerful teaching on the suffering of God's creation and children and the hope we have in Jesus as we look forward to the glory of our salvation. Our prayer is that this message would deepen your love for the Lord and encourage you to anticipate the glorious inheritance we have in Christ during every season of life.
Original content can be found Groaning and Glory on JRC

Friday Sep 07, 2018
Pray Like…
Friday Sep 07, 2018
Friday Sep 07, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares an encouraging sermon titled, "Pray Like..." from Romans 8:14-17. Join us as we study God's Word and deepen our understanding of how our salvation and adoption into God's family affects how we pray. Our prayer is that this message would open your eyes to the Father's love for you and encourage you to live as a child of God!
Original content can be found Pray Like… on JRC

Sunday Sep 02, 2018
Congratulations on Your Adoption!
Sunday Sep 02, 2018
Sunday Sep 02, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares an encouraging sermon titled, "Congratulations on Your Adoption!" Join us as we study Romans 8:14-17 and hear transforming truth about our adoption as children of God when we put our faith in Jesus. Our prayer is that this message would deepen your understanding of salvation through faith in Christ and the incredible inheritance that is given to God's children!
Original content can be found Congratulations on Your Adoption! on JRC

Thursday Aug 23, 2018
The Power of Fullness
Thursday Aug 23, 2018
Thursday Aug 23, 2018
In this message, Pastor David Lindell shares an insightful sermon titled, "The Power of Fullness." Join us as we finish our study on the Apostle Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:19-20 and hear powerful truth about the fullness of God that is given to those who love Him. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to fill your heart with Christ and watch God do more than you can ask or imagine!
Original content can be found The Power of Fullness on JRC

Tuesday Aug 21, 2018
The Transforming Work of the Spirit
Tuesday Aug 21, 2018
Tuesday Aug 21, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a powerful sermon titled, "The Transforming Work of the Spirit." Join us as we study Romans 8:5-11 and hear life-changing truth about how the Holy Spirit works in the lives of everyone who has received salvation, transforming and making us more like Christ! Our prayer is that this message would cause you to examine your walk with the Lord, give your life to Him, and watch as He shapes and transforms you to be more like Jesus!
Original content can be found The Transforming Work of the Spirit on JRC

Friday Aug 17, 2018
I’m With Him
Friday Aug 17, 2018
Friday Aug 17, 2018
In this message from the 2018 Back to School Night, Pastor Clent Wells shares a powerful sermon titled, "I'm With Him." Join us as we study God's Word and hear encouraging truth about the lavish, never-ending love, friendship, and grace God pours out on us when we make the decision to be with Him!
Original content can be found I’m With Him on JRC

Friday Aug 10, 2018
Wide, Long, High & Deep
Friday Aug 10, 2018
Friday Aug 10, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a powerful sermon titled, "Wide, Long, High & Deep." Join us as we continue our study on the Apostle Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:18 and take some time to reflect on Christ's love for humanity. Our prayer is that this message would open your eyes to the everlasting, limitless, and unfathomable love of Christ!
Original content can be found Wide, Long, High & Deep on JRC

Tuesday Aug 07, 2018
More Than You Can Ask or Imagine
Tuesday Aug 07, 2018
Tuesday Aug 07, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a strengthening sermon titled, "More Than You Can Ask or Imagine." Join us as we read the story of Jehoshaphat and the incredible victory God gave him through fasting, prayer, and praise in 2 Chronicles 20. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to seek the Lord wholeheartedly and watch how He works in your life in response!
Original content can be found More Than You Can Ask or Imagine on JRC

Friday Aug 03, 2018
Rooted, Grounded & Growing!
Friday Aug 03, 2018
Friday Aug 03, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares an encouraging sermon titled, "Rooted, Grounded & Growing!" Join us as we study the Apostle Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:17 and learn what it means to know Christ personally and be grounded in His love as we grow in our faith. Our prayer is that you would experience a rich revelation of God's love for you and express His love to everyone around you!
Original content can be found Rooted, Grounded & Growing! on JRC

Friday Jul 27, 2018
Praying For & Receiving Supernatural Strength
Friday Jul 27, 2018
Friday Jul 27, 2018
In this message, Pastor John Lindell shares a powerful sermon titled, "Praying For & Receiving Supernatural Strength." Join us as we read Ephesians 3:16 and hear life-changing truth about the abundant strength God wants to give us. Our prayer is that this message would encourage you to seek the Lord in prayer and believe Him for supernatural strength and breakthrough!
Original content can be found Praying For & Receiving Supernatural Strength on JRC

Monday Jul 23, 2018
Jesus Still Washes Feet
Monday Jul 23, 2018
Monday Jul 23, 2018
In this message, Pastor Mark Driscoll from The Trinity Church in Scottsdale, AZ shares a powerful sermon titled, "Jesus Still Washes Feet." Join us as we read John 13:1-11 and examine the love Jesus Christ had for Judas Iscariot, despite his betrayal of Jesus. Our prayer is that this message would open your eyes to the love Jesus has for all people and the cleansing forgiveness and grace that is offered to those who believe in Him!
Original content can be found Jesus Still Washes Feet on JRC