At this time of the year we focus on our own goals and self improvement. But this year we can also commit to find the gold in others, call it out, and walk with others in it.

Ps Chris Dawson shares on the story of the lame man from Acts 3 and how he changed his condition to celebration.

Pastor Judy Dawson spoke on running on purpose on the race marked out for each of us.  As we are juggling many things in life, one thing that we cannot afford to drop is our walk with God.

As we start a new year, we're often making decisions and plans based on our evaluation of how last year went.  But have we ever considered the patterns and outcomes of a longer period of time in our lives?  Ps Peter Morton shares practical insights from a 10 year viewpoint on life - and what he learned about himself and God by keeping a daily diary for the last decade.  

If you received a prophetic word on the 19th January 2020 at The River Pukekohe, you will find it here. 

Pastor Judy Dawson shared about the walls of Jericho. You may be very close to giving up, but you are very close to your breakthrough.

Let's fix our focus on the main thing - knowing God and making Him known. Ps Claire shares about avoiding distractions so we don't get derailed as we pursue God's purposes for our lives.

Ps Peter Morton shares God's plan for life in His church from 1 Corinthians 12:25, and the most simple and effective way for us to play our part.

Pastor Judy Dawson spoke about the three wise men who followed the bright shining star. How Jesus came to the dark world as the light of the world and how He is calling us to be the light and the star for someone else to lead them to Jesus.

In our changing culture its becoming increasingly difficult to engage people with the Gospel. But in Acts 2:44 - 47 we discover a way. An ancient path of oneness and togetherness that brings forth a testimony that draws people to Jesus. It’s a roast lamb and Hitchcock kinda way.

Ps Peter Morton shares God's plan for life in His church from 1 Corinthians 12:25, and the most simple and effective way for us to play our part.

Ps Chris Dawson shares from the book of Daniel and how Shadrach Meshach and Abednego were called, trained, challenged & faithful to serve

When faced with difficulties, we have a choice to make - to be ones filled with Hopeful Expectation or Hopeless Resignation. Pastor Annika shares on how to ensure we are in the right crowd, as we walk through life.

When we're hurt it's so easy to "take offence" at people, or even at God - thinking that bitterness will help ease our pain.  Yet God has a better way!  Using Matthew 24, Ps Peter Morton shows us 6 doorways which offence can come through into our lives, and God's plan for healing our pain.  

Georgie and Arnia share an inspiring and impacting message highlighting their journey to knowing God. Georgie also has an amazing gift in music and performs his powerful songs. 

We’re continuing our series on ‘God’s Grand Design’ – looking at the church as a body and family and the part that we have to play.  In this Ps Peter Morton shares on the value of honour and how it unlocks what God has for our lives.

Pastor Judy Dawson shared about the unsung hero Hur who lifted the hands of Moses to bring victory for the Israelites. What we do may look insignificant but it plays a vital role in expanding His Kingdom.

If you received a prophetic word during the service on the 17th November you will find it here. 

We're continuing our series on 'God's Grand Design' - looking at the church as a body and family and the part that we have to play.  In this Ps Peter Morton shares on the value of honour and how it unlocks what God has for our lives.  

Pastor Annika shares how important it is that we are aligned as a body and why Jesus saw this as being vital! Listen to this challenging and inspiring message on why the church is called to be a healthy, safe and loving environment for people to become a part of.

Ps Annika shares on how we are part of the same family, each part is important and has a role to play. 

Georgie and Arnia share a powerful message on how to overcome walking through the Valley. 

Pastor Judy Dawson continued on from the book of Nehemiah to stay focussed on the mission that God has placed in our hands.

Pastor Judy Dawson spoke from the book of Nehemiah to rise up and build the Kingdom of God together.

Ps Claire explores the ways that serving is a blessing and benefit to those who serve.

Ps Peter Morton continues our new series on ‘God’s Grand Design’ talking about the vital role each of us has to play in the church.

Ps Lyall Carter shares on how we are often told that we need to find ourselves, who we really are. The Apostle Paul tells us that we truly find ourselves in the body of Christ as we are placed in it by God, discover the unique part we have to play, and as it hits home to our head and our hearts that every single one of us are needed.

If you received a prophetic word from Len Buttner on Sunday the 20th October then you will find it in this podcast.

Len Buttner shares an encouraging word for the church - calling us into deeper relationship with God and expectation of all that He is going to bring.

Ps Peter Morton looks at Ephesians 2:10 - 'We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works which he prepared beforehand for us to walk in' - and shows how we've been made by God, for God, to reveal God.

Ps Lyall Carter shares on how we are often told that we need to find ourselves, who we really are. The Apostle Paul tells us that we truly find ourselves in the body of Christ as we are placed in it by God, discover the unique part we have to play, and as it hits home to our head and our hearts that every single one of us are needed.

Ps Chris Dawson speaks about conscience & how it is actively involved in our lives. 

Ps Peter shares on how we as the yeast are placed in this world with its complex situations to simplify and bring life.

Kevin Forlong delivers another powerful message!

Pastor Claire McLean challenges us to step out in faith and see God step in and do amazing things to and through our life!

Ps Peter looks at the words we speak and how they have the power to release life or death in our lives and the world around us.

The kingdom of God becomes visible where His will is done.  Ps Peter Morton shares on discerning the will of God and how every believer is called to be 'apostolic' in their area of influence.  

Pastor Judy Dawson shares about how Jesus came to heal the man who was at the pool of Bethesda for 38 years, lying within the invisible wall around him.  

Listen to Ps Kevin Forlong's Saturday evening message from The River Conference 2019.

Listen to Ps Paul Saunders Saturday morning message from The River Conference 2019.

Listen to Ps Paul Saunders Friday night message from The River Conference 2019.

Ps Judy Dawson shares on how to pray from a heavenly perspective and pray for His Will to be done on Earth as in Heaven.

Ps Lyall Carter shares on how fasting brings clarity to your heart, punch to your prayer, and how you begin to see God more clearly as you fast.

Unfortunately suffering is a part of the human experience. But to face suffering, to support others through their pain, and to answer the question of evil in the world we must have a robust theology of suffering. Pastor Lyall Carter unpacks what suffering isn't, the gift of suffering, and how it leads us to the feet of the scarred saviour.

Ps Chris Dawson shares on three biblical fathers & their Commitment, Decision making & Sacrifice.

As we celebrate Father's Day, Ps Peter Morton brings a message on how to find our security in an ever-changing world, and how to bring that security for others around our lives.  

We serve a God who can create out of nothing and begin new things where it seems impossible. He not only begins but is faithful to bring it to completion. - Ps Judy Dawson

Ps Claire McLean shares on how God calls us to be filled with the Holy Spirit and encourages us to step out and see Him do amazing things through us.

Often in life, we don’t feel like being the ‘adult’! But for us to move from our potential into our purpose, it’s important we know how to respond well when the pressure is on. Ps Annika challenges us not to bail out when things are stretching, but instead learn how to develop the fruit of the spirit in our lives.

Ps Peter Morton shares about the power of the gift of tongues - why it's been given to the church and how to grow and develop in this gift! 

Prophecy is a powerful spiritual gift that has been given by God to all of His children!  Ps Peter Morton shares on the power of prophecy, and gives practical theology and keys for bringing prophetic words to people.  

Vision is a picture of the future that gives passion in the present. Be encouraged by Ps Claire's message on vision and step into seeing your vision, growing your vision, being your vision and living your vision.

Names come with the personality of a person as well. God has given us the power to name our circumstance or rename our past hurt. There are certain things we need God to step in and He is the unchanging powerful God who would reveal himself how we perceive Him.

God has amazing plans for your life!  But how do you hear His voice and know if you're walking in His will?  Ps Peter Morton shares practical keys on discovering the will of God for your life.  

Ps Peter Morton shares about one of the most important aspects of the Christian life – how to have a real, life-changing encounter with God’s presence and power – known as the baptism of the Holy Spirit. 

Ps Jennifer Spellman shares on the lead up to Samuel's appointment with God, encouraging us to set ourselves and others up for their own eye opening encounter. 

Ps Peter Morton brings one of the most unbelievable and shocking accounts in the Book of Judges right into today’s context, with a challenge for every believer in the day we live. 

Ps Chris Dawson shares about the life of Gideon & three significant things that happened leading to victory over the enemies.

Ps Lyall Carter shares how on the surface Judges is one of the most depressing books in all of Scripture. But as we look at the arc of the whole story it can speak to us today. The book of Judges serves as both a warning and as a promise.

Ps Peter Morton brings insights from the life of Samson – the factors that led to his downfall, and what we can learn from it in our lives today. 

Pastor Annika shares this Mothers Day on how to make the most of the time God gives us, in the season we are in.

In the first of our new series on the book of Judges, Ps Peter Morton shares the role that rejection played in shaping the life of Jephthah and how to break the power of rejection over your life.   

Ps Lyall Carter shares on The Two Thieves and how we can learn from them. 

Ps Peter Morton shares the account of King Joash and Elisha, and gives a vital key for us seeing the dreams, visions and words that God has for our lives become reality. 

In this Easter Sunday message, Ps Peter Morton looks at the account of Lazarus coming out of the tomb – Jesus stood outside and called him out – and there’s a reason he did which has meaning for our lives today.

Ps Claire McLean shares on having conversations that matter!

David and Greta Peters encourages you to let the Spirit of God roar inside of you over your circumstance and situations.

Ps Judy Dawson shares on how Jesus connected with the woman at the well using three simple steps, Personal Relationship, Connection and Communication.

Ps Lyall Carter shares on the account of Jonah’s mission to the city of Nineveh as a declaration, a warning, and an invitation.

Ps Peter Morton shares about a vital key to open the eyes of those we live and work alongside to the reality of Jesus. 

Justin Hinds presents some simple and effective ways to share your faith in everyday conversations. 

Ps Peter Morton begins our new series on ‘Better Work Stories’ – looking at how we each engage with discipleship in the spheres of influence that we have. 

If you received a prophetic word from Len on Sunday 3rd March, then have a listen here!

Len Buttner shares on how the spirit of Elijah is coming. We need to be ready to pick up the mantle and run. Let’s not settle for average but ask for a double portion!

Kevin Forlong leads us through 3 aspects of breakthrough to access the promises of God.

In this third installment in our series, Ps Annika highlights three things we become, as we create a Slipstream with those around us.

Ps Peter Morton brings the second part of our series on ‘The Slipstream’ – and shows how God uses the leaders in our lives to make a slipstream for us.  Discover how relating well to the leaders that God has given you in life can open up huge potential and opportunities!

Ps Peter Morton kicks off our new series ‘The Slipstream’ - discover how to find and stay in the sweet spot that God has made for your life.  

Ps Peter Morton takes keys from one of King David’s military victories to demonstrate how we partner with God in the process of winning the battles that come our way.  We’ve been appointed for victory, not defeat! 

Through the Lord's Prayer in Matthew 6:9 -13, Jesus gives us the perfect pattern of prayer that can be developed into a rhythm section of our spiritual lives.

If you received a prophetic word on the 20th of January 2019, listen here. 

Ps Claire McLean shares on how God uses unexpected people and unexpected situations to invite us into the adventure of faith.

Ps Peter Morton looks at how the abundant life that God wants to bring us is connected to receiving and believing the promises He gives us.  Message contains links to complimentary Scripture kitten desktop wallpaper 😊

Julia Grace shares a truly inspirational message about her journey being blessed, stressed and depressed. You will laugh and you will cry as you listen to her beautiful songs and story and you will come away with tools to help you if you are in a hard place.  

Drawing on Elijah’s experience in 1 Kings 19, Ps Peter Morton gives some practical wisdom on how to get your spiritual re-energised when you feel like you want to give up!

Pastor Annika shares from the life of Jacob and how he discovered peace and shelter in God. It's a shelter and refuge that is to be carried with us and extended to those around us.  

Ps Peter Morton shares out of Ezekiel 37 - the ‘valley of dry bones’ to show how the life of power and miracles is characterised by moving from saying ‘I know’ to ‘Lord… you know’!  

Georgie and Arnia share their powerful testimony of how they came from a life of crime and violence to a life on fire for God. 

Ps Peter Morton discusses the responsibility we have to use the gifts and callings that God has entrusted us - God has given us everything we need and heaven stands waiting... will we play our part?   

Ps Symon Drake from Renew Church in Whangarei brings a timely message for us on what it means to possess the promises that God has for us.  Sometimes when we’re actually entering into a season of fulfilment, it can look different to what we’ve expected.  The land of promise can also be the land of challenge!  

Ps Lyall talks on 1 Corinthians 1:26 - 29 where Paul is attempting to remind us who we used to be, show us that God choses losers, and that we should come before Him and the world with One thing only grasped firmly in our hands.

We continue our ‘Naturally Supernatural’ series and Ps Peter Morton shares on how to continually live in an atmosphere of peace regardless of what’s going on in the environment around you.  

One of the major qualities that God is wanting to grow in our lives is the quality of PERSISTENCE!  Working through Hebrews 12:1-4, Ps Peter Morton shows how we can partner with God and become unstoppable in our faith!  

Jesus promised us life, and life abundantly - but the key to access the promise is to put the kingdom of God first.  Ps Peter Morton shares from Matthew 6:33 and explains what it means to put Jesus first in our lives.  

For those who received an encouraging prophetic word by Ps Peter Morton on 30/09/18

In Acts 17:16 - 34, the Apostle Paul gives us some keys to reaching people with the Gospel of the Kingdom. We must recognise the language barrier, learn their stories, and then we must speak.

Ps Kevin Forlong brings a powerful message on faith and expectancy for God to move, and calls The River into a new season of harvest and growth.  

Ps Peter Morton shares on the second aspect of seeing God’s power released in our lives - the ‘practices’ of prayer, fasting and giving as outlined in Matthew 6.  Far from being religious exercises - God wants to revitalise and reconnect these practices with power so that through Him we can see His kingdom come to earth.  

Ps Peter shares a powerful Father’s Day message from his experiences growing up with his Dad and looks at the power of a father’s words - to either burn us or build us.