James River Church Sermons

How do you experience God’s favor in your life? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we learn six powerful keys from James 4 that position our lives for God’s favor—through submission, humility, repentance, and drawing near to Him. Our prayer is that you would experience the tangible blessing, presence, and protection of God as you walk closely with Him.

How do I know if I’m living by the Spirit?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we are challenged to examine whether our lives are being led by the Holy Spirit or pulled by the desires of the flesh, and to learn what it means to keep in step with Him each day. Our prayer is that this message helps you walk closely with the Spirit and experience the fruit of a life fully surrendered to God.

How do I get unstuck?   In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we see that God does not leave us stuck, overwhelmed, or defeated, but leads us to a higher place of strength and victory in Him. Our prayer is that as you look to Christ the Solid Rock, you would find fresh hope, renewed faith, and the grace to rise above every battle.

How do I resist the devil?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, you’ll see that resisting the devil begins with submitting fully to God, standing firm in faith, and cutting off what keeps pulling you back into sin. Our prayer is that this message strengthens your resolve, reminds you of the authority you have in Christ, and helps you walk in lasting freedom.

Do I know Jesus or just know about Him? In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we see how the resurrection of Jesus confronts empty religion and invites us into a real, life-changing relationship with the risen Savior. Our prayer is that this message would awaken your faith, help you truly see Jesus, and lead you into the new life only He can give.

Can Jesus forgive me no matter what I’ve done?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we look at the thief on the cross and the powerful truth that even in his final moments, he recognized God’s holiness, confessed his sin, saw Jesus as King, and found saving grace. Our prayer is that this message would help you see that no one is too far gone for the mercy of Jesus and that you would place your trust in the One who still saves completely.

Why does life feel so hard? In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we see from James 4:1–6 that the battles around us often reveal a deeper war within us, rooted in selfish desires and friendship with the world. Our prayer is that as God exposes what is causing conflict, you would respond with humility, repentance, and receive the greater grace He gives to those who come back to Him.

What kind of wisdom is shaping your life?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see from James 3:13–18 that true wisdom is shown by a life marked by humility, while earthly wisdom is driven by envy, selfish ambition, and disorder. Our prayer is that you would seek the wisdom that comes from heaven and live a life marked by purity, peace, mercy, and righteousness.

What happens when you refuse to stop praying until God answers?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see from 1 Kings 18 that powerful prayer hears what others cannot, walks in humility, keeps believing, and positions us to see God do the impossible. Our prayer is that you would grow in confidence to pray according to God’s will and keep seeking Him until you see the wonderful results of powerful prayer.

What do your words reveal about your heart?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see from James 3 that our words reveal the condition of our heart and carry the power of life and death. Our prayer is that God would help you surrender your speech to Him, so your words reflect His wisdom, bring healing, and honor Him in every part of your life.

Will you trust God when you have nothing left?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we see how God meets us in seasons of lack and calls us to trust Him beyond what we can see, just as He did for Elijah and the widow in 1 Kings 17:8–16. Our prayer is that your faith would rise in the middle of uncertainty and you would experience God’s faithful provision one step of obedience at a time.

What does true faith in God look like?   In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we see in James 2:20–26 that true faith is more than a label or belief in name only—it is living, obedient, and revealed by action. Our prayer is that this message would stir your heart to move beyond empty faith and walk in the kind of faith that trusts God, obeys Him, and believes He can do the impossible.

How do you overcome discouragement and find hope in God?   In this message from Pastor David Lindell, Psalm 42 shows us how to respond to discouragement with faith—anchoring our hearts in God’s unfailing love and choosing hope. Our prayer is that you would preach truth to your soul, stay connected to God’s people, and remember that in Christ, you are not defeated.

What does the Bible say about prejudice? In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we confront the sin of prejudice in James 2:1–13 and see that God shows no partiality. Our prayer is that you would live out the mercy and impartial love of Jesus, treating every person with the grace and dignity Christ has shown you.

How Can I Hear God’s Voice Clearly?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we discover clear, biblical steps to hearing God’s voice—through repentance, closeness to His presence, obedience, and a life grounded in His Word. Our prayer is that as you lean in and listen, you will recognize His voice with confidence and respond with faith.

What is true religion?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we discover from James 1 that true religion is revealed in how we speak, how we care for those in need, and how we guard our lives from the world’s influence. Our prayer is that you would not merely listen to God’s Word, but live it out daily with integrity, love, and wholehearted devotion to Christ.

How Can I Hear God’s Voice When He Feels Silent?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, based on 1 Samuel 3:1–10, we are reminded that God is always speaking—but He speaks most clearly to those who are positioned in His presence and willing to say, “Speak, Lord, for Your servant is listening.” Our prayer is that you would move beyond complacency, draw near to God with fresh hunger, and develop a heart that is ready to hear and obey His voice.

How can my giving make an eternal impact around the world?   In this message from Pastor Brandon Lindell, we are challenged to see Kingdom Impact giving as a faith-filled response to Jesus’ call to reach our Jerusalem, our nation, and the nations of the world with the gospel. Our prayer is that as you listen, God would speak clearly to your heart, stir bold faith within you, and use your generosity to change lives for eternity.

Do you hunger for God?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell, we learn how spiritual hunger impacts our ability to receive from God, changes our desires, and is intensified through intentional pursuit of His presence. Our prayer is that this message would stir a fresh hunger in your heart to seek God wholeheartedly and experience deeper transformation in your walk with Him.

Am I building what Jesus is building with my life and my resources? In this message from Pastor David Lindell, we are confronted with a defining question about whether our priorities align with God’s heart to reach the lost through His Church—starting locally and extending to the ends of the earth. Our prayer is that God would speak clearly to your heart, stir your faith to action, and invite you into a supernatural journey of generosity that produces eternal fruit.