James River Church Sermons

What is Satan’s favorite way to attack believers?   In this powerful message, we uncover how pride—the same sin that led to the devil’s downfall—is still his primary weapon against humanity. Our prayer is that this message helps you recognize the enemy’s schemes, walk in humility before God, and stand firm in the authority of Christ.

What does it mean to build God’s house? In this powerful message, Pastor Brandon Lindell shares how God calls every believer to take initiative, give generously, and use their influence to build His Church. Through the life of King David, we see that when we build God’s house, God builds our lives. Our prayer is that this message stirs your faith to serve, give, and lead with a renewed passion for advancing God’s Kingdom.

How does Jesus empower believers to deliver others from demonic influence? In this message, we learn how God has given every believer authority through Jesus to break the power of the enemy and bring freedom to those who are bound. Our prayer is that this message equips you to walk in spiritual authority, discern the enemy’s tactics, and confidently minister the delivering power of Jesus Christ.

How does God reveal His wisdom to the world today? In this message, special guest Pastor Alex Seeley shares a powerful and timely message on how God’s eternal plan is revealed through His Church — the living display of His grace and power. Our prayer is that this message deepens your understanding of God’s purpose for the Church and inspires you to live with boldness, freedom, and confidence in Christ.

How can I live a life completely devoted to God? In this message, guest speaker Pastor Chad Veach challenges us to live with an obsession for God that transforms our heart and priorities. Our prayer is that this message inspires you to learn God’s Word deeply, live it daily, and teach it boldly so others can experience the same joy and freedom found in Him.

What happens when we stop trusting God? Drawing from 2 Samuel 24 and 1 Chronicles 21, this message shows how King David’s decision to take a census exposed the danger of self-reliance, the ripple effects of sin, but ultimately, the mercy that follows genuine repentance and sacrificial worship. Our prayer is that you’ll trade counting for trusting, repent quickly, and bring God a costly, obedient worship that invites His mercy and fire into your life.

How do you win in life? This message unpacks the power of waiting on the Lord, showing how it produces strength, perspective, and endurance in our lives. Our prayer is that as you learn to hope in God, you will discover how He lifts you higher and renews you in ways beyond your own

How can I be bold in my Christian faith?   This message from Ps David Lindell is from Acts chapter 4 and shows that supernatural boldness comes when we expect opposition, anticipate effectiveness, pursue God’s presence, and accelerate through prayer. Our prayer is that you will be filled with the Holy Spirit and step out in courage, knowing that where there is boldness, there will be breakthrough.

How can I respond biblically when facing a crisis? In this message from 2 Samuel 16–19, we learn from King David’s example how to walk through seasons of hardship with faith and wisdom. Our prayer is that you will be encouraged to pray first, refuse to react, and listen to wise counsel, trusting that God will carry you through every trial.

What causes rebellion to grow in the heart?   This message looks at the life of Absalom and shows how rebellion develops through indulgent parenting, suppressed anger, isolation, obsession with image, undermining authority, and the desire for control. Our prayer is that you will learn to recognize these patterns and choose instead the freedom and peace that come from walking in God’s ways.

What does it mean to walk in spiritual authority? This message from lead Pastor John Lindell helps us discover how authority flows from submission to Jesus— with this spiritual authority we can bind and loose with the keys of the Kingdom to confront darkness, bring healing, and advance the gospel. Our prayer is that you’ll live fully submitted to Christ and boldly exercise His authority in everyday life.

How do we find freedom from the weight of secret sin?   This message from 2 Samuel 12:1–14 walks through King David’s story of sin and repentance to show how God uses confrontation, conviction, consequences, and confession to bring us back into right relationship with Him. Our prayer is that you will see the danger of hidden sin and the hope of forgiveness that comes when we openly confess and allow God’s grace to set us free.

How can I align my life with God’s will every day?   In this message, Pastor Brandon Lindell unpacks what it means to make God’s will our priority, even when it requires surrender, interruption, or enduring difficulty. Our prayer is that you will find strength and joy in trusting His perfect plan and living in the blessing of obedience.

How can we guard our hearts?   This message from 2 Samuel 11 shows how David’s fall with Bathsheba began with small cracks in character that grew into devastating consequences. Our prayer is that you would take warning, flee temptation, and embrace the grace of God that empowers you to walk in holiness and protect what matters most.

How can we experience the miraculous power of God in our lives?   This message from Pastor John Lindell teaches that the baptism in the Holy Spirit gives us power to witness, pray, and see miracles—and that power is released as we walk in the love of Christ. Our prayer is that you will be strengthened in faith, filled with His Spirit, and live in the miraculous as His Kingdom advances through you.

How does God’s kindness lift us from shame?   This message reminds us that God’s kindness goes beyond what makes sense—He extends mercy to the undeserving, grace to the broken, and love to those who can do nothing in return. Our prayer is that as you reflect on David’s kindness to Mephibosheth, you will see even more clearly the amazing kindness of God shown to us through Jesus Christ.

What is God's plan for my life?   In this message, Pastor John Lindell unpacks 2 Samuel 7 and the story of David’s desire to build a temple for God. We learn that sometimes God says “no” because He has a greater “yes” in store. Our prayer is that you would trust God’s perfect plan, respond with humility, and experience the joy that comes from living in His presence.

How do I show reverence for God’s presence?   In this message from Pastor John Lindell on 2 Samuel 6:1–23, we learn that holy awe—not casual familiarity—invites God’s blessing and joy, while irreverence breeds spiritual blindness and barrenness. Our prayer is that you’ll develop a worshipful heart that honors God’s ways above your own and experience His favor as you delight in His presence.

How can I experience a breakthrough?   In this message, Pastor John Lindell shows from 2 Samuel 5 and 1 Chronicles 14 how breakthrough comes when we recognize how God has been at work in our lives, understand that our breakthrough is meant to bless others, and resolve seek direction from Him. Our prayer is that you’ll be encouraged to pursue God’s presence and follow His leading so He can bring supernatural breakthroughs in your life.

How does praising God help me overcome spiritual battles?   In this powerful message, Pastor John Lindell shares how praise—especially in our darkest moments—can become a supernatural weapon that changes us, shifts our circumstances, impacts others, and defeats the enemy. Our prayer is that you’ll be encouraged to lift your voice in praise, even at midnight, and see God move in miraculous ways on your behalf.