We love the gospel preaching and have connected in a community group, which is a great way to review what Pastor Ryan teaches at services and talk through life with others....
"When Thursday night services started, we were on board to help from the get-go. Why? Selfishly, we loved the ability to go adventuring over the weekend and remain involved in our church. "...
"I love the worship team and the people who I get to serve alongside each as we experience both the challenges and triumphs of this ministry. I do love the value that my wife and I get from community groups and the relationships that we have built that have been so monumental."...
"Baptism has changed my marriage completely. It has made me appreciate and respect my wife more than I ever have. I'm more attentive, patient, & loving."...
I knew people knew I was a new face, but I was treated like I belonged. I’ve been faithfully attending North Valley ever since then and it has had nothing but a positive impact on my life…” ...
"Kaley and Landon have taken on a remarkable role within NV Kids. Their journey demonstrates their commitment to sharing and showing the love of Jesus to the Next Generation. Over time, their dedication and enthusiasm set them apart, allowing them to assume more responsibility and leadership within NV Kids....
Don’t miss the five-part sermon series, "Show Me”. Together we will explore key teachings from John chapter 13. Each week, we will focus on a different aspect of Jesus' teaching to his disciples! ...
Preparing for Easter can help you experience the most out of this special day. For the last two thousand years, Christians have considered resurrection Sunday the crucial event that solidified their faith in Jesus Christ. The Apostle Paul said, "If Christ had not been raised from the dead, then all of our preaching and faith would be in vain." (I Cor. 15:14). If we want to get the most out of Easter, we must first understand it's meaning and then seek to be intentional to experience it. Here are three simple ways your family can prepare for Easter. ...
"It is everything a wife would want is to have your husband spiritually lead, but I had to stop trying to change him. It had to be God's hands on our marriage. Don't ever give up on your marriage! Literally, let go and let God do His magic."...
Here is the book list that was shared in the "7 Unapologetic Truths about Parenting" message on Sunday, August 28th. Check out 10 great books for parents by Ryan & Leslie Rice....
The Bible tells us that this woman was caught in adultery. Notice something missing? Where’s the man she was sinning with? If she were caught in the act, the Pharisees had to have caught him, too, yet they didn’t bring him to be accused publicly....
Keep ReadingHave you ever been punished as an example? You broke a rule and the enforcer threw the book at you, not because you needed to learn a lesson yourself, but to deter others from doing the same thing. It feels humiliating, especially if you have already repented and tried to correct your mistake....
Keep ReadingIn John 8, the scribes and Pharisees (Jewish religious leaders) are trying to trip up Jesus by getting Him to break Jewish laws. This time, they bring Him a woman who, under the Jewish laws given by God, clearly should have been condemned to death. They wanted to see if Jesus would forgive her anyway. ...
Keep ReadingGod gives us gifts, talents, and strengths to use us in the local church ministry. No one can do everything, and most people focus their efforts in a few areas. That’s good! The Apostle Paul calls the church a family, where all the family works together for the good of everyone. All the different roles, but for the family to work well, everyone needs to be doing somethin...
Keep ReadingFriends bring out different aspects of your personality. With some people, you might be serious. With others, you might do crazy, silly things. The paralyzed man had friends who were serious about ministering to him, even it took some crazy steps to do it. They were ready to do whatever it took to help him....
Keep ReadingHow do you react when someone hurts you? It probably depends. Was it accidental or intentional? Are they sorry or unconcerned? Will they do it again, or are they making sure it won’t happen a second time? As Jesus was ministering to sinners, the way He treated people varied a lot....
Keep ReadingHave you ever tried to teach or train someone who didn’t want to learn? It’s hard! On the other hand, when someone is motivated and eager to learn, teaching can be much easier. Jesus ministered to people of all kinds, to His followers and opponents alike....
Keep ReadingAfter Jesus’ baptism and temptation, He began going all over Israel, starting His public ministry--the time He spent interacting with others to show them why He had come. From the story of the paralyzed man, we can see three key parts of His ministry....
Keep ReadingJesus suffered temptation, fought it, and succeeded so that we could know that we could do it too. He also experienced how difficult and painful it can be, so He knows that fighting temptation is difficult....
Keep ReadingJesus fights temptation with scripture. Three times the devil tempts Jesus, and three times Jesus says, “It is written.” He is quoting the Bible. Using God’s own words is the most powerful weapon we have. The devil can’t argue with God Himself. By using scripture, you can be certain the thought or words you use to defend yourself are true and right!...
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