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Three Things Needed for Spiritual Growth
As a worship pastor, it is a great desire for me to see our congregation grow and flourish as Christ leads His church. If we want to see passionate worship in the hearts and lives of our people, we must first be growing daily in our walk with the Lord. “Spiritual growth” is a phrase that can be used a lot and, to be honest, is very vague. I would guess that it is something we all would want but might not know how to do. I hope to give and explain three things needed for every
Jonathan Freed
Oct 226 min read


Mission Station Students Take a Trip to Slovakia
Our Mission Station students recently had an incredible experience on their trip to Slovakia! This special journey was made even more...

RFBC
Oct 81 min read


Courage and Compassion: How Christ Spoke Boldly
Following my recent post on speaking boldly, Pastor John asked if I could extend the conversation into a two-part series, this time...
Angie Waldron
Oct 23 min read


Is There a Difference Between Mentorship and Discipleship?
I’ve heard a lot of people over the years use the terms “discipleship” and “mentorship” interchangeably. I’ve experienced both, as well...
Michelle Richardson
May 294 min read


Godly Examples
When you hear the phrase “godly example,” someone’s name probably comes to mind. Maybe it’s a mentor, a pastor, a parent, or a faithful...
John Richardson
May 22 min read


To Live is Christ and Die is Gain
How does one really get to the point where they see death as gain as Paul did? Much of our culture works hard at delaying death or even...
John Richardson
Apr 73 min read


The 5 Senses in Good News Club
The Good News Club is prepared for Easter by using their 5 senses, while also having a great time! Here's what they did last session:...

RFBC
Apr 11 min read


Since God is Sovereign Why Pray?
Have you ever wondered why we pray, especially since ( not if ) God is sovereign. First, let’s explain what God being sovereign...
John Richardson
Mar 203 min read


Worship Devo: Week 6
Is being a “good person” enough to worship God? Have you ever wondered how we can come before a Holy God in worship? I firmly believe...

RFBC
Mar 131 min read


Reflections from Ruth
The past nine weeks, I’ve had the chance to preach through Ruth. Just a short four chapters, it would be easy to overlook this book in...
John Richardson
Mar 64 min read


Worship Devo: Week 5
Is music important to God? Have you ever wondered why we sing every time we gather together on Sunday? Or maybe a more broad question is...

RFBC
Mar 51 min read


Worship Devo: Week 4
Does God keep His promises? Have you ever forgotten or lost sight of the fact that God always keeps His promises? Or maybe a better...

RFBC
Feb 271 min read


Biblical Guidelines for Giving
I heard a story about a pastor who asked his congregation, “If you had a million dollars how many of you would be willing to give a 10%...
Jeff Kammerer
Oct 14, 20246 min read


Cultivating a Knowledge of God in Children
In his most recent sermon series, Pastor John charged the congregation with the goal of cultivating a deep knowledge and understanding of...

Martha Spencer
Oct 10, 20245 min read


Straight Street: Not All Fun and Games
If you've never stepped foot into Straight Street in Downtown Roanoke, you might glance through the pictures on their website and not...

RFBC
Oct 3, 20242 min read


What If My Spouse...?
Our church recently walked through biblical roles in the church and home, but the messages may have left you wondering about those in...
John Richardson
Sep 19, 20244 min read


Have You Heard About the Good News (Club)?
Monday afternoons, a team of RFBC volunteers goes to a local elementary school to share the Good News with students who stay after...

RFBC
Sep 17, 20241 min read


Sermon Slides September 15, 2024
Click on the button below to access the Sermon Slides for September 15, 2024: Raising Arrows Psalms 78:1-7

RFBC
Sep 16, 20241 min read


Sermon Slides September 8, 2024
Click on the button below to access the Sermon Slides for September 8, 2024: Beards and Braids 1 Timothy 3:1-7

RFBC
Sep 9, 20241 min read


Sermon Slides September 1, 2024
Click on the button below to access the Sermon Slides for September 1, 2024: Beards and Braids 1 Corinthians 14:26-35

RFBC
Sep 3, 20241 min read
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