Align with Design
Day 2- 40 Days of Outreach. Ephesians 2:10 NASB. For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them....
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How authentic gospel preaching is impacting growth
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....
How the Thursday Night Experience is Having Impact on Community
"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. "...
How Worship Arts & the North Valley Community Empower Ethan
"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."...
How Baptisms are Strengthening Relationships
"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."...
Jesus is Using North Valley to Connect People
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…” ...
Making An Impact In the Next Generation
"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....
Come Discover The Power of Humility and Service
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! ...
3 Simple Ways to Prepare Your Heart and Home for Easter
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. ...
Making an Impact in Marriages
"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."...
Book Recommendations for Parents
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....
Servant Leadership
Day 1 - 40 Days of Outreach. Matthew 20:28 ESV even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Jesus Heals Two Blind Men ...
Keep Reading5 Conversation Starters to Share Faith with Teen Students
As a former youth pastor, and currently as the lead pastor of a new church that meets in a high school, I increasingly realize the importance of engaging in ministry to students. We are excited to support and send out church members to team up with Young Life to reach out to students by sharing and showing the Love of Christ to them. Of course, in order to engage in mi...
Keep ReadingCatechism for Kids
Throughout the week, over breakfast, we try to engage and encourage our kids' faith in Christ. They are young but smart enough to learn deeper truths of the gospel. Below is a guide that I have developed from the Westminster Shorter Catechism that I have found to be helpful in my home for my kids and their stage of life. It is not exhaustive by any means, but I hope thi...
Keep ReadingSay Yes to God
"Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the worldthe desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of lifeis not from the Father but is from the world." - (1 John 2:15-16) Recently, I read an incredible book given to me by a dear friend and church member of our...
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Who is our neighbor?
"Quite simply, there are no limits: our neighbor is defined very widely, and it does not matter if she is merely poor, nor destitute, nor that he is of questionable morals, nor even that the neighbor in need brought his condition upon himself through poor decisions." -Jonathan Edwards, 18th Century Theologian Last Sunday, we continued in our UNITED series from the boo...
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When You're Hurting - A Song from Pastor Ian
I am so grateful for this song! Ian, my partner in ministry and our worship pastor, took a real life story from my family's own foster care experience, wrote a song based on it, and performed it live on Saturday to more than 200 people. It was a truly a touching moment for us all who were present. I had not heard this song until that moment. It blessed us all. Although t...
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