Dwelling Richly

In Colossians 2, Paul confronts one of the most subtle dangers facing the church: the temptation to add something to Christ. Not blatant unbelief. Not outright denial. But supplementation. In this session of our Colossians: Rooted & Renewed study, we walk carefully through Colossians chapter 2 and uncover Paul’s four urgent warnings: • Don’t be deluded by persuasive speech • Don’t be taken captive by hollow philosophy • Don’t let anyone judge you by shadows • Don’t be disqualified by false humility At the heart of Paul’s argument is this unshakable truth: “For in Him the whole fullness of deity dwells bodily, and you have been filled in Him.” (Colossians 2:9–10) Christ is not one spiritual option among many. He is the fullness. And in Him, we are complete. In this message, we explore: What it means to be rooted and built up in Christ Why “Christ Jesus the Lord” is a strategically ordered title The connection between gratitude and spiritual stability The difference between maturity and reli

What does the supremacy of Christ have to do with your hope? In this session of Colossians: Rooted & Renewed, we walk verse by verse through Colossians chapter 1 and discover how Paul connects the supremacy of Jesus to the unshakable hope believers have — and the hope we can confidently offer a lost world. If you’ve ever wondered: • What does “firstborn of all creation” really mean? • Does Colossians 1 teach that Jesus is God? • What does it mean to be “delivered from the domain of darkness”? • Can we lose our salvation in Colossians 1:23? • How does “Christ in you, the hope of glory” change how we live today? This message explores the powerful theology of prototokos (firstborn), redemption (apolutrosis), reconciliation, and the cosmic language Paul uses to describe Jesus as Creator, Sustainer, and Head of the Church. We’ll also connect:

Welcome to session two of Dwelling Richly: we’re learning how to stop snacking on verses and actually feast on Colossians. We’ll use the D-W-E-L-L method to read with context, link Scripture to Scripture, and let Paul’s words shape how we live. Short, practical, and heart-focused — this session helps you read like the Bible was meant to be read, trust the Spirit to teach you, and walk away rooted, renewed, and full of thanksgiving. Details/Register HERE

Welcome to "Colossians: Rooted & Renewed" - First teaching session in this Bible study series! This session is all about learning how to slow down, lean into Scripture, and let God’s Word actually live in you (not just check a box). We’ll walk through the D-W-E-L-L rhythm, build simple habits, and do it together in community—praying, planning, and prioritizing our time with Jesus. Grab your Bible, your Grace Group, and a cup of something cozy—this is going to be a joyful, honest, and doable way to root yourself in Christ as we begin Colossians. Colossians has often been described as Romans in miniature because it is a concise, Christ-centered letter packed with rich theology and real-life application. Written to believers who were faithful but vulnerable to drifting, Colossians brings everything back into focus: who Christ is, what He has accomplished, and why He is enough. We’ll walk through Paul’s letter and rediscover the supremacy and sufficiency of Jesus…learning what it means to be deeply rooted in

Bethlehem's Quiet Promise: Finding Fulfillment in the Little Things Welcome to Week 4 of Advent and the 5th week of the God's Perfect Timing devotional. As Christmas draws near, this message invites you to pause and reflect on the fulfillment of God’s promises through the coming of Christ. Together, we trace the Scriptures that lead us to Bethlehem, the incarnation, and the quiet faithfulness that brought God’s plan to completion in His perfect timing. If this season feels full—of celebration, emotion, or longing—this message offers a reminder that true joy is rooted in God’s faithfulness and His nearness to us in Jesus.

Welcome to Week 4 of the God's Perfect Timing devotional and the 3rd week of Advent. Joy is a word we hear a lot during Advent—but Scripture invites us to slow down and think more carefully about what joy really is, where it comes from, and how it grows in ordinary, often difficult seasons of life. In this Week 4 message from the God’s Perfect Timing devotional journey, we step into the third week of Advent and spend time with a beautiful set of Scriptures that help us see joy through the lens of God’s nearness, His faithfulness, and His fulfilled promises. If this season feels full, emotional, or even a little overwhelming, these passages offer space to pause and let God’s Word settle the heart.

Welcome to Week 3 of the God's Perfect Timing devotional. This week’s readings are a gentle reminder that God often works quietly, shaping and softening our hearts long before we see the full picture. Take a breath, sit with these passages, and notice how the waiting and small moments are not wasted but part of something good. I’m praying for you as you rest in that steady, loving preparation. This devotional journal offers a gentle, steady way to stay grounded in Scripture through the holiday season. With fifty days of short readings, thoughtful reflections, and simple response questions, it provides meaningful depth without overwhelming busy schedules. Each week guides you to rest in God’s perfect timing, find peace in His presence, and enter the new year with renewed hope. Designed for women who want to remain rooted in the Word during a full and emotional season, this journal brings calm, clarity, and the steady encouragement of God’s truth. Stay in the word especially during the busy holiday season. Get

This first Advent message brings us into the quiet longing of Zechariah and Elizabeth—two faithful servants of God who lived many years with unanswered prayers. Their story invites us to slow down, think biblically about waiting, and recognize the tender ways God prepares His people in His perfect timing. If you’ve ever carried a long prayer, or wondered what God is doing in the quieter seasons of life, this message will give fresh comfort and hope.

Welcome to Week 2 of the God's Perfect Timing devotional. Advent begins long before Bethlehem. In this first week of Advent, we slow down and look at the earliest promises God spoke over a weary world. Before shepherds heard the angels sing, before Mary received her news, God was already preparing a story of redemption. If your heart feels stretched thin or you’re carrying long-standing prayers, these passages offer steady hope. We’ll take a gentle walk through Genesis, Isaiah, and Luke to see how God speaks into fear, meets His people in their longing, and invites us to trust His timing.

Welcome to week one of the Dwelling Richly devotional, God’s Perfect Timing. This week we’re slowing down with Psalms, Deuteronomy, and Philippians to practice thankfulness and remember how steady God has been. Take a few minutes each day to read, reflect, and jot down what stands out — maybe one attribute of God, a moment He provided, or a short line from Psalm 136 to carry you through. If you haven’t printed the devotional yet, grab it from the website and let’s walk through this week together. I’m praying for you — let these scriptures center your heart and remind you that God’s love and timing are always true. See you next week! It's 50 days (five short prompts a week for seven weeks), taking you from the Sunday before Thanksgiving through the Sunday after New Year's. Each day gives a tiny Bible prompt, a quick thought, and space to jot one simple reflection — nothing overwhelming, just a steady rhythm to keep your heart grounded. I'd love for you to join me — download it, share it with a friend, and let'

I wrote a gentle devotional called "God's Perfect Timing" to help us stay in God's Word during the holiday rush. It's 50 days (five short prompts a week for seven weeks), taking you from the Sunday before Thanksgiving through the Sunday after New Year's. Each day gives a tiny Bible prompt, a quick thought, and space to jot one simple reflection — nothing overwhelming, just a steady rhythm to keep your heart grounded. I'd love for you to join me — download it, share it with a friend, and let's let the Word of Christ dwell in us richly this season. Say hi and subscribe on the website so we can stay connected. Dwelling Richly is a community Bible study and discipleship resource equipping you to love and live out God's word heart, soul, mind, and strength. We are people who enthusiastically and intentionally let the Word of Christ dwell in us richly. Let’s stay connected! Share your thoughts in the comments. Looking for a speaker? Contact Info: https://www.jennifergrichmond.com/contact/ Follow on... YOUTUBE -- yo

Watch this episode and more from this series here: JenniferGRichmond.com What if anxiety does not get the last word? In this final chapter of Philippians we walk through a clear, biblical pathway for steady hearts in unsteady times: rejoicing in the Lord, practicing gentleness, praying with thanksgiving, guarding our minds, and learning the secret of contentment in Christ. If you have felt the mental spin cycle, this teaching gives you a simple, do-able rhythm for your week. We move from worry to prayer, from rumination to renewal, and from self-reliance to Christ-strength. You will leave with a plan you can start today. You’ll learn how to: Pray when you feel anxious and actually experience God’s peace Train your thought life with Philippians 4:8 Practice what you have learned so peace keeps returning Live content “in plenty and in want” through Christ’s strength If your mind races at night or life feels a little unsteady, this closing session of Philippians 4 is a warm invitation to breathe. We wa

Philippians 3:1-21 || Ep. 5 When Christ Becomes Our Measure Philippians 3 is a call to focus—press on toward the goal of Christ. Paul warns against false confidence and shows us the surpassing worth of knowing Jesus. This message inspires us to keep our eyes fixed on the prize and persevere with joy. Philippians: Joyful & Steady is a 6-session study verse-by-verse through this impactful epistle. Sessions 1 & 2 will give you the basics of studying the Bible and the overview of Philippians. Sessions 3-6 will cover one chapter at a time. I'm inviting you on a discipleship journey into a life that is Christ-centered and gospel-fueled: “I want to be everything about the gospel. “For me to live is Christ and to die is gain… that’s not just Paul’s story. It’s ours, too.” My heart is for you to be good Bible students not for the sake of knowledge alone, but to know Christ deeply and walk in gospel steadiness. In this message I introduce theological concepts like hermeneutics, systematic theology, and biblical

From back in the archives, this is the first sermon I preached - July, 2013. If you’ve ever felt ‘meh’ about faith or struggled with life’s hard questions, this sermon gently calls you back to the wonder of who God is and how a humble response can change everything. This is a reminder that God isn’t just a distant idea or a casual checkbox; He’s holy, powerful, and deeply personal. I invite you to move from indifference or frustration to humble awe and wholehearted devotion.  What’s the most important thing about you? A.W. Tozer said, “The most important thing about a man is what he thinks about God.” This was my very first sermon back in July 2013, and the heartbeat of it still anchors every message I preach today. From Isaiah’s vision of the Lord high and lifted up, we learn that true peace and purpose begin not with me, but with Him.

What does real humility look like—and why does it lead to joy? In this session from Philippians: Joyful & Steady, we'll walk through one of the most beautiful passages in Scripture—the “Christ Hymn” of Philippians 2. Discover how Jesus’ downward path of obedience and self-emptying becomes the model for our own lives of unity, service, and radiant joy. If you’ve ever struggled to surrender pride, to love people who are hard to love, or to find joy in the waiting, this message will help you see that the way down truly is the way up.

Today is a good day to subscribe to the Dwelling Richly podcast on YouTube and get on the Dwelling Richly mailing list at JenniferGRichmond.com Read the Blog Update: jennifergrichmond.com/a-time-for-every-purpose/ After 15 wonderful years serving at La Mirada Church, I’ll be retiring as Women’s and Children’s Pastor. I’m deeply grateful for every moment and every person God allowed me to walk alongside. As I began my comments on this past Sunday, I asked one of my favorite questions: “What’s the first thing God gave His people when He delivered them from slavery in Egypt?” A calendar. Because God is the Author of time and seasons, and He’s the One who writes every chapter of our lives. This retirement marks the close of one beautiful season and the beginning of another. As Ecclesiastes 3:1 reminds us, there is a time for every purpose under heaven. So… what’s next for Pastor Jennifer? This isn’t an ending, it’s another step in following Jesus. I’ll continue teaching and writing through the Dwelling Richly Bib

Watch, Listen, and Follow Along with the Notes Handout Join the Bible study group or on your own - download lessons Here. Like, subscribe, comment - simple ways to bless and support the Dwelling Richly ministry. This Message: Paul’s joy isn’t shaken by prison walls. His life, prayer, and example call us to live worthy of the gospel, standing firm together in Christ. Paul’s writing from prison and yet he’s full of steady, grateful joy. This talk walks Philippians 1 with you: calling you a slave‑saint, naming the liminal ‘in‑between’ places, and showing how faith is refined there. Take four simple anchors—posture, perspective, purpose, perseverance—to face soggy towels, broken washers, or bigger storms with courage. Trust that the God who began a good work in you will finish it; lean into prayer, the Spirit, and your church family. This Study: "Philippians: Joyful & Steady" is a 6-session study verse-by-verse through this impactful epistle. Sessions 1 & 2 will give you the basics of studying the Bible a

Theology isn’t abstract—it’s lived. Your life is your testimony. The way you respond to trials, the way you show joy, the way you carry burdens—all of it proclaims who you believe God is. This message equips you to let your theology and your testimony walk hand in hand. I'm inviting you on a discipleship journey into a life that is Christ-centered and gospel-fueled: “I want to be everything about the gospel. “For me to live is Christ and to die is gain… that’s not just Paul’s story. It’s ours, too.” My heart is for you to be good Bible students not for the sake of knowledge alone, but to know Christ deeply and walk in gospel steadiness. In this message I introduce theological concepts like hermeneutics, systematic theology, and biblical theology to equip you to rightly handle God’s Word. Listen with the prayer to become confident, Spirit-led students of Scripture who can study and apply the Word on your own. You'll learn the DWELL method (Discover, Wonder, Examine, Link, Live) for a memorable and accessible s

Welcome to "Philippians: Joyful & Steady" - First teaching session in this Bible study series! This is part 1 of "How to Study the Bible." First, some general principles, and then in part 2, specifics for studying and dwelling well through Philippians.  Do you ever feel stuck in your Bible study, unsure how to connect with God's Word in a meaningful way? Or perhaps you find yourself struggling to truly experience the freedom that Christ offers in your daily life? This message addresses those very challenges by diving into the book of Philippians, offering practical solutions for approaching scripture with intention and enthusiasm. You'll learn how grow spiritually by engaging with God's Word in a way that transforms you inside out. If you’re longing for a deeper connection with God and His truth, this message will guide you toward that freedom and understanding.

This episode digs into a tough but real question: does God fight for us when we feel attacked or misrepresented? We walk through Scripture to understand God’s character, how to check our hearts, and why godly friendships and humility matter more than instant vindication. I share practical steps, key verses to meditate on, and encouragement to trust God’s timing while pursuing holiness. Let’s think it through together, pray, and keep seeking to live with the word of Christ dwelling in us richly. Read the Blog Post here: https://www.jennifergrichmond.com/does-god-fight-for-me/ Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/UgYEuzyTttw?si=n9OC6nMjkSD3-h9K