Video Archives from the Lockdown Era
Recorded when every pastor had to figure out how to put their sermons on video from home. These are some of the River Rock church-from-home message videos I had to record at my house when we couldn’t gather in person during the government COVID restrictions. I attempted to use a green screen with my low-budget camera phone and LED lights. Some videos are better than others. See the reality of my situation in this somewhat funny behind-the-scenes video click here
Overcoming the Power of Fear | CHM Video
This weekend many people in our culture pursue glorifying evil and fearful experiences like haunted houses and scary movies. Others just want to enjoy dressing up in costumes and collecting candy. Fear is real and can keep us from fulfilling God’s purpose in our life. Faith can give us courage to face fear with confidence.…
A WELL Life is Full of Faith, Friends and Farewells | CHM Video
2 Cor 13:11. Listen to “A WELL Life is full of Faith, Friends and Farewells” Pastor Chris’ last message as the Pastor of River Rock Church. As we follow Jesus on the narrow road of life He leads us to various places to grow in faith, serve Him and to learn from the experiences. Some…
Five Keys to Getting your Needs Met | CHM Video
The Apostle Paul ends his letter to the Philippians with some great promises for us to claim when we are in need. We love to claim Philippians 4:19, “And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” If you look at the context of the paragraph…
Seven Things You Can Do When Life Seems Overwhelming | CHM Video
(Phil 4:10-13) Our days are full of opportunities, responsibilities and difficulties that can make life seem overwhelming. Maybe you struggle with work, health, relationships, kids, finances, faith or something else and you just feel you can’t overcome. Be encouraged with seven things you can do when life seems overwhelming. Pastor Chris Teien 21.0711
Experiencing True Freedom in Christ | CHM Video
True Freedom in Christ is based on what Jesus has already done and not only for the few who seem to do everything right. When we place our faith in the Savior we are adopted into God’s family with all the security and benefits that brings. Life is better when we live in His grace…
Trusting God on the Adventure of Life | CHM Video
Life is like a rollercoaster full of unsettling ups and downs with plenty of frightening twists and turns. Covid or some other situation may be creating an anxious situation in your life right now. When you have no idea how you are going to move forward, take time to pray for help and wisdom. And…
Experiencing The Power and Presence of the Holy Spirit in Your Life | CHM Video
The Church Calendar shows this Sunday is Pentecost Sunday – a time to remember when the Holy Spirit showed up and empowered the people of the church to change the world. This weekend we will look into the purpose, power and presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Be encouraged let the Holy Spirit…
Seven Secrets of the Vine: Success comes through Jesus | CHM Video
(John 15) Jesus teaches His followers have been chosen to live fruitful lives that make a difference in the world. A productive life is a rewarding life. In John 15 we read how Jesus taught the secrets to living a fruitful life and we are going to look at seven of them in this message.…
A Time for Everything | CHM Video
Time. How are you spending the precious time you are allotted? Who has God put in your life to spend time with and care for? What does God Word teach us about investing our time wisely? How does God reward us when we prioritize time with Him? This is a great topic for Mother’s Day…
Lord Have Mercy | CHM Video
When the blinders come off and we are able to see our lost and sinful condition in stark contrast to God’s purity and holiness we feel hopeless and helpless. There is nothing we can do on our own to fix our desperate condition, except cry out “Lord have Mercy!” Mercy is more than just God…
God Created us to Do Good | CHM Video
God created us, We are God’s masterpiece, We are created anew in Christ Jesus to do good works. We are created with with different personalities, Spiritual gifts, talents, resources and experiences. As the body of Christ we need each other to accomplish His purposes. The Lord gives us the choice to grow in Him and…
Why Don’t You Live So God Can Use You? | CHM Video
Last weekend we remembered all that Jesus did and now we get to focus on what we get to do to respond to His gift of Salvation to those who follow Him. We get to live in grace and live by faith and that sets us free to enjoy living with purpose in Christ. Even…
Jesus Resurrection Upheld | CHM Video
The fact that Jesus has risen from the dead is the backbone of our faith, the truth that gives us eternal hope and the good news that we share. Repeatedly the Bible shows that to be saved from our sins and welcomed into God’s family that we must believe that Jesus is Lord and that…
His Loving Sacrifice | CHM Video
It’s easy to forget when someone makes a life changing sacrifice for you. Watch this short message to be reminded of Jesus sacrifice on the old rugged cross and be encouraged that when you are saved you become His beloved. Pastor Chris Teien 21.0402 (Good Friday) Click button for links to latest videos:
Regrets Undone? Jesus cares about those who mess up | CHM Video
Many people go through life with a deep sense of regret over something they did or did not do. This Palm Sunday we remember those people with high expectations who praised Jesus as he rode into Jerusalem. Days later the mob would regretfully cry out for Jesus to be crucified. Peter swore he would not…
Authentic Discipling – A simple way to get started | CHM Video
Jesus calls us to be disciples that grow disciples. Are you that kind of Christ-follower? Do you feel up to the task of sharing Jesus with the hope that you will be given the opportunity to help a new believer learn how to follow Jesus? If you are really good at this then this message…
Can Revenge Really Satisfy? | CHM Video
Some people just get us so angry that we want to cause them to feel some of the pain and problems they have caused us. We might even stay awake at night planning what we are going to do to get our revenge. Christians are to choose to forgive instead of retaliate because of love.…
Four Things Christian Love Always Does | CHM Video
(1 Cor 13:7) Valentine’s Day is a mixed bag for many who love it, hate it, endure it or ignore it. Deep down we all really do want to be loved but often feel unworthy. I Corinthians 13:7 lists four things Christian love always does: “It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” How is…
Behind the Scenes Video Bloopers | CHM Video
Bloopers: A Behind the Scenes Look at my Low Budget Video Production. See what it really looks like when Pastor Chris Teien attempts to create interesting sermon videos in the spare room in his basement with just his LG V50 Camera phone, a $40 green screen and some cheap lights. From the Pride & Humility…
Pride trips you up Humility leads you to Success | CHM Video
Last week we saw in 1 Corinthians 13:4 that “Love is not Proud.” And this Super Bowl Sunday is a great weekend to focus on how pride can keep us from God’s best for our lives. Repeatedly the Bible shows that God hates sinful pride. 1 Peter 5:5 says, “God opposes the proud but gives…
Faith, Hope, Love and Politics | CHM Video
(1 Cor 13:1-3) Seven things to consider when it comes to the great divide caused by politics, current issues and elected leaders. The world has turned its back on God and appears to be unraveling with our country angry, fearful, and divided. Watch or listen to be encouraged to learn Jesus desire for His church…