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Risen Church NC
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Episodes
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Fiery Darts: Stand Firm - Ephesians 6:10-18
Every single day, we face an enemy who seeks to tear down that which God is building up. He works against all that God works for: Redemption, Preservation…
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Crossroads: The Fall - Romans 1:16-25
In the introduction to Romans, Paul extols the gift of salvation made available through Jesus Christ, but the tone changes midway through chapter 1. This…
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The Great Commission at Risen: Witness - 2 Kings 7/Acts 1
The heart of the Great Commission is a call to be witnesses for Christ - but what exactly does that mean? In this message we discuss what is necessary to…
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Crossroads: The Righteous Quest - Romans 1:1-17
In this introduction to the Book of Romans, we look at how it uniquely fits into the Bible and serves as an incredible intersection of Old Testament promise…
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The Great Commission at Risen: Worship - Matthew 28:16-20
The Great Commission is an imperative that hangs over every Christian. Those who know Jesus are called to live their lives with an ultimate purpose of making…
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Our Eyes Are On You - 2 Chronicles 20
A message from 2 Chronicles 20 about the power of prayer and a collective dependence on God.
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Stories of Grace - 2 Corinthians 12
All of our lives are telling a story. What if they all could tell the story of God's redeeming power? No matter what our lives are filled with, they all can be…
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More Able: Making the Most of Church - Ephesians 4:1-16
As Christians, we are called members of the Body of Christ. What exactly does this mean? How does the Local Church take discipleship to its intended place? In…
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One Another - Ephesians 4:17-32
What sort of New Year's Resolutions should Christians make? Is there one vow that every follower of Christ ought to devote themselves to? Ephesians 4…
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Our Great Work - Nehemiah 6:1-4
We all have a great work to do in 2022. Perhaps we haven't identified yet, or it could be something we've walked away from in the past. In this message, we…
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Made For The Day - Romans 14:5-12
At the dawn of a new year, we turn to God's Word for inspiration and direction. Naturally, there's no shortage of wisdom and guidance to be found. Romans 14 is…
Risen Church NCAnother Lap - 1 Corinthians 9:23-27
Every year that passes is another lap in an incredible journey towards our eternal destination. In 1 Corinthians 9, the Apostle Paul rallies the Church to…
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Savoring the Savior - Zephaniah 3:14-17
After enjoying the wonder of Christmastime and in reflection on another year under God's care, we spent the last Sunday of 2021 doing the only sensible thing…
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God and Sinner Reconciled - Luke 7:36-50
Jesus was known to keep company of people from all across the spectrum. He dined with both Pharisees and Tax Collectors. Both sides, especially the religious…
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Christmas Party - Matthew 1
Matthew's version of the Christmas story doesn't begin with a grand introduction, nor does it immerse us into the drama and wonder of it all. No, Matthew's…
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Advent: The Thrill of Hope - Romans 8:18-27
Christmas promises to produce a hope within us that is unwavering and thrilling beyond all compare. During the seasonal lead-up and celebration, it seems easy…
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Across the Stars - Job 9 & Matthew 2
We've all heard the story of the Wise Men who following a star, came to Jerusalem in search of a newborn king. Perhaps however, you haven't heard their…
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The Church: Forever Followers - Acts 28
In this conclusion to our Acts series, we look back at the road taken by the Disciples from Jerusalem to Rome. It's clear that we can learn a lot from the…
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Advent: The Soul Felt Its Worth - Luke 2
In this message, we considered the familiar Christmas story in a different light, and what we discovered is pretty remarkable. It turns out that the people…
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The Church: Worship First - Acts 27
Given the option, wouldn't you always want to be wherever God is? Even if God's choice is to lead us into a storm, if that is His dwelling place of choice…
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Advent: Long Lay The World - Jeremiah 33:14-16
As we prepare our hearts for Christmas, Advent teaches us how to wait patiently and expectantly on the Lord. Christ's coming is certain, but in Advent we lean…
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Thanksgiving: Outlast - 2 Corinthians 9:6-15
How can our thanksgiving outlast just a day or a season? Is it possible for us to be thankful every day and in every season? Even in challenging circumstances?…
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The Church: Fully Convinced - Acts 24-26
This portion of Paul's custody and trials in Caesarea, features two leaders who are remembered for all the wrong reasons. They thought Paul was at their mercy…
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The Church: Not Ashamed - Acts 22-24
Having been arrested in Jerusalem and now set to appear before the Roman governor of Judea, the Apostle Paul isn't worried at all. He knows that the…
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Thanksgiving: Out Loud - Psalm 136
All of us share memories of being reminded again and again as children to say, "thank you." Thankfulness is a learned behavior, not simply an emotional…
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If Only - Genesis 15:1-6
If only we had more, better, different, another... If only things were different. Often we look at where we are at in life and we grow frustrated at what is…
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The Church: Relentless - Acts 21:15-22:21
The Apostle Paul was relentless in his attempts to reach his Jewish brothers and sisters with the Gospel. Against the will of his companions, he returned to…
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Church Age: Reformation - Revelation 4
After addressing several churches with a call to repentance, and a message of renewal and reform, John is called up to Heaven. His experience is meant to…
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The Church: How Much More - Acts 21:1-14
Paul begins a remarkable journey in Acts 21, which will result in him being arrested in Jerusalem and sentenced in Rome. Everyone knew that Paul was facing…
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Church Age: Apocalypse - Revelation 3
There is often duplicity between something's appearance and its true substance. Sometimes there is a disconnect between what we claim to be and what we…
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The Church: Committed - Acts 20
Acts 20 serves as a reminder of all that had made the launch of the Church a success. Special attention is given Paul's commitment to encouraging and equipping…
Risen Church NCChurch Age: Heaven's Doors - Revelation 2:8-11
In this message, we continue to talk about the tension between the world and the Church, particularly the trials and tribulations that come on the people of…
Risen Church NCThe Church: Smashing Idols - Acts 19:21-41
Christianity made a huge splash in Ephesus, leading many to forsake their idols and cling to Jesus. In this message, we talk about how idolatry persists in our…
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Church Age: Fading Flame - Revelation 2
Revelation identifies the Local Church as a candle placed by God to light up a dark world. Jesus' critique of the first few churches is most concerned with…
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The Church: Who Are You? - Acts 19:11-20
In this message we take a look into the greater, spiritual reality that we live in. Paul's encounter with the Sons of Sceva in Acts 19, gives us insight about…
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Risen Radio Episode 2 - What Incarnation?
On this week's episode, we discuss how the Incarnation of Christ is continually realized and manifested through the local Church. Learn how participation in…
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Church Age: Under Pressure - Revelation 1
If Jesus were to address today's church, what would He say? Turns out the book of Revelation is a timeless message for every church of every generation. As the…
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The Church: What's On The Inside? - Acts 18:18-19:7
Acts 18 and 19 features a couple of interstitial episodes that are connected by a common theme. These accounts spark a conversation about the purpose of…
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Risen Radio Episode 1 - Be Faithful
A conversation between Pastor Justin and Pastor Brandon Heavner about God's one request of us as His servants and as stewards in His Kingdom. The inspiration…
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VICTORY: Win the War - Joshua 5-6
Joshua 5 is a time of preparation for battle, but it’s different than what anyone expected… The people learn that a greater, spiritual war is at hand. We often…
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The Church: Snapshot - Acts 18:1-17 & Revelation 12
By Acts 18, the Church had breached the firewall that was the Roman Empire. Satan was beginning to launch attacks, to attempt to stop the church from going and…
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VICTORY : Wonders Among Us - Joshua 3
Before entering the Promised Land, the nation of Israel would face one last test from God. This test was meant to prepare them for and consecrate their hearts…
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The Church: Mars Hill - Acts 17:16-34
The last half of Acts 17 features the famous account of Paul at Mars Hill, which was an ancient center of idolatry and philosophy. The people of Athens had…
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We Remember - Luke 4:16-22
2000 years ago the world was dominated by tyranny and terror. This was how things had always been, and appeared the only means of obtaining and maintaining…
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VICTORY: The Almost Generation - Numbers 13
Moses led the Children of Israel out of Egypt right up to the front door of the Promised Land. God led His people across the Red Sea, to Mt. Sinai, and to…
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The Church: Upside Down - Acts 17
What was the Early Church’s secret to turning their world upside down? At the heart of every believer was a desire to make a difference, beyond just making…
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VICTORY: Promised Land - Joshua 1:1-9
Our God is holy and perfect and holds Himself and His creation to the highest of standards. Yet in His holiness, He is also loving, willing to clean up a mess…
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Inevitable: As It Is In - Matthew 6:5-10
In this series we've looked at a prayer that Jesus prayed the night before He died. We've studied a prayer from the Apostle Paul's letter to the Ephesians…
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The Church: Surpassing Power - Acts 16
The narrative in Acts takes us into a brand new frontier, as Paul and his team move into Europe. It was because of their reliance on and sensitivity to the…
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The Church: Forever Forward - Acts 15:36-16:10
In this section of Acts, we find Paul in one of his most tumultuous seasons of ministry. Paul and his team face several challenges, yet their poise and…
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Inevitable: Resurrection Power - Ephesians 4
Division is inevitable, and it seems unavoidable in our world. However, we discovered in part one of this series that Jesus was kept awake all night praying…
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Inevitable: Long Division - John 17
What do you think keeps God up at night? Maybe this seems like a strange question, but just consider - If something could keep Him up at night, that would be a…
Risen Church NCFor The Kids - Matthew 17:14-21
In one of the most overlooked sections of the Gospels, the Disciples repeatedly fumble the ball when given the chance to represent Jesus and lay the groundwork…
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Louder Than Words - John 3
We've all heard those famous words of Jesus again and again: "You must be born again." One of Israel's finest religious scholars came to Jesus by night, hoping…
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The Church: Not Difficult - Acts 15
In Acts 15, Paul's evangelistic efforts are being criticized and challenged by a certain sect of the Church. This faction is concerned that the Church is being…
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Your Word: The Greatest Promise - Psalm 119:76
When someone gives us their word, they are promising something to us. In that same vein, Psalm 119 tells us that God's Word is His Promise to us. From every…
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The Church: Only Grace - Acts 15
Acts 15 is without a doubt one of the most important chapters of the Bible. For new or potential believers, it offers encouragement and hope. For established…
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Your Word: Our Portion - Psalm 119:57-61
Psalm 119 does a remarkable job at lifting up God’s Word, mainly by telling us that it is the Greatest Resource available and accessible to us. We have more…
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The Church: An Indelible Impact - Acts 14:5-23
Indelible is defined as making a mark that cannot be erased or that is simply unforgettable. It's safe to say that the Church in Acts definitely made an…