The Riverchase Readings

In Mark 5:35–41, Jesus enters a house filled with grief and leaves it filled with life. With just a word and a touch, He raises Jairus’s daughter from the dead, showing His unmatched power and tender compassion. This episode reminds us that even when hope seems lost, Jesus says, “Do not fear, only believe.”

When life feels overwhelming, Psalm 18 reminds us that God is our refuge and rescuer. David’s song celebrates the God who draws us out of deep waters and places us on solid ground. In this episode, we explore how God’s power and delight in His people give us peace and strength in every battle.

1 Peter 1:3–8 calls us to rejoice in the living hope we have through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Even though we face trials, our faith—refined like gold—results in praise, glory, and honor when Christ is revealed. Though we have not seen Him, we love Him and are filled with inexpressible joy, anchored in the salvation of our souls.

Philippians 4:4–9 offers a powerful invitation to live with joy, peace, and clarity of mind rooted in Christ. Paul urges believers to rejoice always, bring their anxieties to God through prayer, and dwell on what is true, honorable, and pure. This passage is a call to cultivate a life centered on God’s presence and promises, not on fear or chaos. When we fix our minds on Christ, the peace of God will guard our hearts.

In John 16:16–28, Jesus promises a joy that sorrow cannot erase and death cannot defeat. He tells His disciples that their grief will turn into joy, a joy rooted in His resurrection and secured by their access to the Father. This passage reminds us that our deepest desire for lasting joy is fulfilled not in this world, but in communion with the risen Christ.

John 15:1–11 is Jesus’ call to remain deeply connected to Him, like branches to a vine, because true spiritual life and fruitfulness come only through abiding in Him. He invites His followers into a relationship marked by love, obedience, and the joy that flows from union with Him. This passage promises that those who abide in Christ will not only bear fruit but also experience a joy that is full and enduring.

Psalm 17 is a heartfelt prayer by David, seeking God's protection and justice amid persecution. He asserts his integrity and pleads for deliverance from arrogant enemies, trusting God's steadfast love. The psalm culminates in a profound hope of beholding God's face in righteousness, reflecting a deep longing for divine presence and eternal communion

In this passage, Paul tells us that God‘s ultimate love is displayed in the cross of Jesus Christ. The amazing message is that while we were yet sinners Christ still died for us.

This is one of the more well-known passages in the Bible. It is painted on the eyeblack of football players, hoisted on signs inside a stadium, or quoted by most Sunday school classes. What does John mean when he explains to us, "For God so loved the world..." In this podcast, we will delve into this passage and learn about God's love.

In this passage, we learn one of the more fundamental teachings on the nature and character of God. John tells us simply, "God is love." We learn that God loved us preemptively, and we respond that we should love Him and love one another.

"In today’s episode, we walk through the story of Jacob, Leah, and Rachel — a story of deep longing, disappointment, and unexpected grace. As Jacob and Leah both wrestle with unfulfilled desires, we see that only God can truly satisfy the human heart. Their story reminds us that even in life's greatest disappointments, God is quietly weaving redemption."

This Psalm is well known in Jewish and Christian thought. This Psalm is used as a prophecy of Christ in Acts 2 and Acts 13. It reminds us that God's anointed will be resurrected and rescued. It is a reminder to us that all good things come from God.

In this episode, we dive into one of Jesus’ most beloved parables—the story of the Prodigal Son. It’s a tale of rebellion, repentance, and the radical grace of a waiting father. We’ll explore what this story tells us about God’s heart for the lost and the older brother’s struggle with grace. Whether you feel far from home or close but bitter, this parable has a word for you.

In this story, Jesus encounters a woman who anoints his feet with alabaster ointment and wipes his feet with her hair. This woman demonstrates how people who are forgiven of much tend to love more.

In Matthew 18, we encounter one of Jesus's most difficult commands and teachings. Jesus tells us that we must forgive others as God has forgiven us. This is a tall order for us! In this reading, Jesus tells an extraordinary parable about an unforgiving servant.

In Luke 15, we get a true picture of the heart of God. More than any other passage in the Bible, we see what God truly cares about. God wants all to be saved. Each individual is of infinite importance to God. In this reading, Jesus tells two parables, "The Lost Sheep" and "The Lost Coin," to illustrate this point.

One of the great questions of the Old Testament is, "Who can enter the Lord's presence?" In this Psalm, David takes up this question and gives us some great teaching and insight.

In today’s podcast we look at Matthew’s account of the resurrection of Jesus. Mary Magdalene and the other Mary go to the tomb on Sunday and find that Jesus has been raised.

In Romans 6, Paul explains how the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus make sense of baptism. Our broken story of sin and alienation is transformed into the story of Jesus's victory over death by the resurrection. Baptism unites us to Christ, and in Him we receive resurrection life.