Mistakes Were Made

A Better Way to Think

In today’s message, Pastor Cody continues the More Than Conquerors series by teaching us "A Better Way to Think."He reminds us that God's pattern is the key to receiving direction for our lives. Pastor Cody shares three essentials to being a living sacrifice: we must be willing to present our bodies, give our whole selves, and live holy before God. He challenges us to be careful not to let the world shape us, but instead allow God to mold, refine, and transform us. Join us as we discover how surrendering fully to God leads to a renewed mind and a victorious life.   Topic: More Than Conquerors Scripture: Romans 12:1-2 Lead Pastor: Cody Whitfill

More Than Conquerors

In today’s message, Pastor Cody reminds us that as believers, we live in a spiritual war zone—but we are not alone, and we are never without hope. Just as Rome was a conquering empire, Paul speaks to people who understood struggle, loss, and opposition. Yet he declares that we are more than conquerors through Christ. God has held nothing back—He gave everything to show His love for us. Through Christ, we are covered: no accusation can stand, no condemnation remains, He intercedes on our behalf, and nothing can separate us from His love. No matter what you’re facing—loss, fear, hardship—you are not abandoned. You are more than a conqueror, not by your own strength, but through the limitless love of Christ.   Topic: More Than Conquerors Scripture: Romans 8:31-39 Lead Pastor: Cody Whitfill

The Path Towards Maturity

In today’s message, Pastor Cody walks us through the story of the Shunammite woman, who intentionally made space in her home for the prophet Elisha, symbolizing a deeper spiritual truth—maturity begins when we make room for God, not just in our homes, but in every area of our lives. Too often, we box God into certain parts of our schedule while giving priority to our careers, relationships, or routines. But true growth starts when we stop treating God as an add-on and begin prioritizing His presence. Pastor Cody also reminds us that disappointment, delay, and confusion are all part of the journey toward maturity. Even when we don’t understand what God is doing, we’re called to keep trusting, keep pursuing, and keep growing. The Shunammite woman was blessed not just because she believed, but because she built—she prepared a space for God to move. Join us as we explore how to walk the path toward spiritual maturity by trusting God fully and making Him central in our story.   Topic: Your Story, Divinely Written [https://www.myrivervalley.church/messages/topic/your-story-divinely-written] Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8–37 Lead Pastor: Cody Whitfill

I Was There

In today’s message, Pastor Cody encourages us to look back and remember the moments when God showed up in our lives. When doubt creeps in, and we question if God will come through, it’s often the memories of past victories—our own or the stories of others—that reignite our faith. Whether it’s the testimony of a friend or the lives of the saints who came before us, their God stories remind us that He is faithful. Sometimes we have to go back and say, “I was there,” because the same God who moved then is still moving now. He is a good Father, unchanging and always present—if we allow Him in.   Topic: Your Story, Divinely Written [https://www.myrivervalley.church/messages/topic/your-story-divinely-written] Scripture: 2 Kings 4:42-44 Lead Pastor: Cody Whitfill

Mistakes Were Made

In today’s message, Pastor Cody continues the Your Story is Divinely Written series with a powerful teaching from 2 Kings 4:38-41, reminding us that every story that brings God glory is worth telling. He breaks down the difference between sin and mistakes—sin is knowing better and choosing wrong, while mistakes come from ignorance or unawareness. Pastor Cody encourages us to bring both our sins and our mistakes before God with humility, knowing that He is a forgiving Father. And just as we ask for His forgiveness, we must also learn to forgive ourselves. Join us as we discover how even our missteps can be part of a story that glorifies God.   Topic: Your Story, Divinely Written [https://www.myrivervalley.church/messages/topic/your-story-divinely-written] Scripture: 2 Kings 4:38-41 Lead Pastor: Cody Whitfill