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Psalm 73 - Pastor Tanner Hogue

Pastor Tanner Hogue from Port City Church, Norfolk teaches us on Psalm 73.

Compassion Sunday at Risen Church: Owen Githanga

We're so thankful to Owen Githanga from Compassion International for sharing his testimony as a Compassion child.

Sermon on The Mount: The Author & Authority

Pastor John teaches on Matthew 7:28-29.

Looking to the Greater Nehemiah // Nehemiah 2:9-20

Ultimately, Nehemiah points us to Jesus. Where Nehemiah pauses at the valley, Christ goes all the way through...

Deep & Wide – The Grateful Banquet (Luke 14:16-24)

In Luke 14, the parable of the great banquet reminds us that God is always inviting us deeper into His kingdom.

Sermon on the Mount: Matthew 5:1-6

Pastor John Allen opens our new sermon series by teaching on Matthew 5:1-6.

Fasting - 1/28/26

For the past few weeks, we’ve been fasting and praying together as a church, reminding our hearts that the Lord is our...

Poured Out: Entrusted // 2 Timothy 2:1-7

In 2 Timothy 2:1-7, we see a powerful call to entrust what we have received in Christ to others, passing on the gospel...

Into the Wilderness // A Study in Exodus // John Allen // Part 2

Into the Wilderness // A Study in Exodus // John Allen // Part 3

Sermon on the Mount: Why So Angry?

Pastor John Allen teaches on Matthew 5:17-26.

Sermon on the Mount - Choose Life!

Pastor John teaches on Matthew 7:13-27.

Guest Pastor Sunday - Rick Langston

We are so thankful to the Executive Director of The Summit Collaborative, Rick Langston, for joining us in worship and...

The Sword & The Trowel: The Battle Within (Nehemiah 5-6)

Nehemiah was called to rebuild a broken wall, but the deeper battle was in the inner struggles of the people - fear,...

I need a Shepherd | Part 4

ROCK SOLID // Elected for Exile // John Allen // Part 1

Sermon on the Mount: Conduits of Grace in a Bland and Dark World

Pastor John Allen teaches on Matthew 5:13-16. Join us at 9am or 11am on Sundays at the Water Table in Virginia Beach.

ROCK SOLID // Baptized In Christ’s Risen Authority // John Allen // Part 9

Baptism is a public reception of God’s calling on our lives.

ROCK SOLID // For Freedom // John Allen // Part 6

Famous Last Words for Sacred Living (2 Timothy 3:6-16)

The love of God the Father is the foundation of all true fatherhood.

ROCK SOLID // Redeeming The Time // John Allen // Part 10

Poured Out: Forgive (2 Timothy 4:9-18)

The Sword & The Trowel: Rejoice in God's Word (Nehemiah 8)

Nehemiah led the charge to rebuild walls and gates of Jerusalem.

The Sword & The Trowel: What is your Confession? (Nehemiah 9)

In a broken world, God’s people are called to respond with worship, honest confession, and confident trust in his mercy.

Jesus is First (Colossians 1:15-23) - Grant Lunsford

As we step into the first Sunday of 2026, we are often prompted to evaluate our priorities.

Easter 2023 (Matthew 28:1-10)

Sermon on the Mount - The Faithful Bridegroom

Pastor John Allen teaches on Matthew 5:27-32. Join us at 9am or 11am on Sundays at the Water Table in Virginia Beach.

Sermon on the Mount: Blessed With The Joy Of His Presence (Matthew 5:1-12)

Join us as we continue our series on The Sermon on the Mount.

PSALMS: Knowing and Enjoying God in True Confession (Psalm 51)

The Sword & The Trowel: Build & Battle (Nehemiah 4)

The call to follow Christ is a call to both build and battle.

Christmas Revelation - Week 2

Sermon on the Mount - Treasure

John Allen teaches on Matthew 6:19-24.

Sermon on the Mount - Forgive As Forgiven

Pastor John Allen teaches on Matthew 6:9-15. Join us at 9am or 11am on Sundays at the Water Table in Virginia Beach.

Sermon On The Mount – The Father's Yes

Pastor John Allen teaches on Matthew 5:33-37. Join us at 9am or 11am on Sundays at the Water Table in Virginia Beach.

Peace Be With You Always (John 20:24-29)

Beyond Babylon: Courage Through Fire // Daniel 3

Victory Unveiled - Week 5

GOD WITH US // FROM THE ARK TO THE MANGER // John Allen // Part 2

GOD WITH US // FROM THE ARK TO THE MANGER // John Allen // Part 1

Christmas Beyond Babylon: Word To The Wise, God Is Faithful // Daniel (10-12)

Christmas Beyond Babylon: The Prince of Peace and The Fraud // Daniel 8

Jesus Christ, the true Prince of Peace, offers us hope and stability even in turbulent times.

Into the Wilderness // A study in Exodus // Rich Lee // Part 6

Victory Unveiled - Week 6

Poured Out: Undistracted // 2 Timothy 2:8-26

In a world that constantly demands our attention, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters.

Deep & Wide: Cultivating The Soil of Your Heart (Mark 4:1-20)

Jesus’ parable of the soils is an invitation to let the Holy Spirit reveal the true condition of our hearts.

Victory Unveiled - Week 8

Get Wise // John Allen // Part 1

Prayer: Grasping The Heart of God // John 17:1-5

Risen CHurch's initiative for 2025 is to grow deep in God's love and wide in His mission.

Christmas Revelation - Week 1

Risen Church Sermon - November 22, 2020

Victory Unveiled - Week 9

Victory Unveiled - Week 10

Deep & Wide: The Good Samaritan & Exit 19 (Luke 10:25-37)

Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan is not merely about being a “good person.

Christmas Beyond Babylon: Hope in the Coming Christ // Daniel 7

Unto Us: The Gift of Faith (Luke 1:26-38 //Luke 2:1-8)

Advent reminds us that God brings light into dark places.

Unto Us: The Gift of Joy (Matthew 2:1-12)

“Joy to the World” isn’t seasonal sentiment; it’s a summons. Joy isn’t found in better circumstances but in a Person.

Unto Us: The Gift of Peace (Luke 2:8-20)

// Stewardship Matters // Get Wise // John Allen // Part 4

Get Wise // Rich Lee // Part 3

God With Us In The Meantime // Luke 2:22-38

Between the joy of Christmas and the hopes of a new year, it’s easy to miss the quiet gift right in front of you:...

Pray Like It // Tanner Hogue

ROCK SOLID // Sacred People, Sacred Calling // John Allen // Part 4

We continued our series in 1 Peter, focusing on the theme "Rock Solid in the World, But Not of It.

Home Sweet Home // John Allen // The Older Brother

The parable of the prodigal son highlights God's lavish love for both the rebellious and the self-righteous.

Commissioned: Two Truths And A Lie // Acts 12:1-17

Does prayer truly make a difference? A life committed to prayer is essential for experiencing God’s power.

ROCK SOLID // Bless God // John Allen // Part 2

ROCK SOLID // Live Different // John Allen // Part 3

How Does God Relate To The Depressed? - Josh Miller

Spiritual depression is a subject that is both deeply personal and profoundly impactful.

Grasping the Heart of God for the Lost // John 17:20-26

Does praying for the lost even matter? Praying for the lost is a crucial aspect of our spiritual mission.

Commissioned: Abide & Decide // Acts 16:1-10

As we navigate life's big decisions, we often find ourselves seeking clear guidance from God.

EASTER SERVICE - RISEN CHURCH | SALT CHURCH (4/12/20)

ROCK SOLID // Clothed in Courageous Humility// John Allen // Part 12

1 Peter 5b-11 The final chapter of 1 Peter calls us to courage, humility, and leadership.

Prayer: Grasping God's Heart for the Church in Prayer // John 17:6-19

Jesus makes a profound statement about prayer, emphasizing the importance of abiding in Him and His words.

Commissioned: A Life of Worship & Witness // Acts 16:11-34

In Acts 16, Paul meets three very different people who each come to faith in Jesus in their own way.

Commissioned: Now I See // Acts 9:1-22

In Acts 10, God orchestrates a meeting between Peter, a Jewish apostle, and Cornelius, a Roman centurion.

Commissioned: A Problem for The Problem Of Pain // Romans 5:3-5 / Acts 13-14

Paul's life exemplifies a deep-rooted joy and hope in Christ, which he cultivated through a life lived in light of...

Fasting Prayer Points for 1/29/25

Breakfast Pray for yourself. Focus on God’s love for you and remind yourself of the Gospel.

Jesus Teaches // Rich Lee

RISEN CHURCH - The 7 Days of Re-Creation | The Last 3 Days

Stressing for a Blessing | Week 1

I need a Shepherd | Part 5

RISEN CHURCH - The 7 Days of Re-Creation | DAY 4

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // JOHN ALLEN // PART ONE

ROCK SOLID // Rich Lee // Part 5

1 Peter 2 tells us that our true identity is not defined by our social or economic status, but by our relationship...

A New Normal

Chosen to Serve // Adam Long

Acts is the story of how the ordinary people of God, who have been empowered by the Spirit of God and captivated by...

I need a Shepherd | Part 1

I need a Shepherd | Part 2

Home Sweet Home // John Allen // The Father // Part 3

The focal point of the Prodigal Son parable is the father, who represents God.

Risen Church Weekend Service - March 29, 2020 - When Anxiety Roars / Pastor John Allen

I need a Shepherd | Part 3

ROCK SOLID // Baptized In Christ's Risen Authority // John Allen // Part 11

Commissioned: Provoked In Spirit // Acts 17

The greatest obstacle to the Great Commission isn’t unbelief, it’s the indifference of those who believe the Gospel,...

Firmly Established: Extra-Ordinary Marriage (Colossians 3:17-19)

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // JOHN ALLEN // PART TWO

Beyond Babylon: Redeeming The Narrative // Daniel 2

The narratives we choose to believe about our lives have a profound impact on our identity and actions.

Risen Church Sermon - February 14, 2021

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // JOHN ALLEN // PART FIVE

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // JOHN ALLEN // PART SEVEN

Deep & Wide: Growing through The Parables of Jesus : Let There Be Light (Matt 25:1-13)

Easter at Risen Church // John Allen

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // JOHN ALLEN // PART NINE

Risen Church | Justified

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // JOHN ALLEN // PART SIX

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // JOHN ALLEN // PART THREE

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // JOHN ALLEN // PART FOUR

ONE HOLY PURPOSE // RICH LEE // PART EIGHT

Easter 2025 He is Risen Indeed // 1 Corinthians 15:17-22

The resurrection of Jesus is more than a moment in history—it is the cornerstone of our identity as believers.

Promise in the Chaos: Birds, Branches & New Life in Christ (Genesis 8:1-12)

The story of Noah is not just about surviving a flood, but about the deep, ongoing work God does in the hearts of...

Partner in the Gospel - Daniel Tripp

In a world marked by loneliness and isolation, the Gospel calls us into authentic community.

Hunger and Thirst: Devil In My Face (Matthew 4:1-11)

Promise In The Chaos: The Rainbow & The Reckoning (Genesis 8/9)

As Noah and his family stepped out of the ark, they entered a world both renewed and broken - a world still marked by...

Saved by Grace, Announced through Baptism (1 Peter 3:18-22)

Baptism is not what saves us, only faith in Christ does, but it is the outward expression of that inward faith.

Jesus is Lord Over All (Matthew 14:22-33)

No matter what storms come your way, whether it’s loss, betrayal, or uncertainty, Jesus is present and in control.

“Victory Unveiled: Mercy, Justice and Grace” (Revelation 8:6-12)

Promise in the Chaos: The Days of Noah - The God Who Grieves // Genesis 6:1-13

When we think of Noah, it’s easy to picture a children’s story filled with animals and rainbows.

Poured Out: Sacred Hospitality (2 Tim 4:19-22/Heb 13:1-6)

Throughout scripture, simple moments of hospitality turn into powerful encounters with God—sometimes in really obvious...

Hunger and Thirst: Love Matters (1 Corinthians 12:27-13:7)

Risen Church Sermon - January 10, 2021

Risen Church | When the World Shakes

Carry My Bones : Hebrews 11:22 / Rich Bowman

The story of Joseph invites us to trust God’s promises even when life feels contrary to them.

Praying the Heart of our Father

Firmly Established: Risen In Christ (Colossians 3:1-4)

Hunger and Thirst: The Whispers of Heaven on Earth (1 Corinthians 13:8-14:1)

Church People: Set Apart by Grace to Draw Near, Not Shrink Back (Hebrews 10:26-31)

Hunger and Thirst: Spirit Baptism (1 Corinthians 12:12-13)

Faith in God’s Faithfulness (Luke 2:22-38)

Prayer For The Harvest (Matthew 9:35-38)

Victory Unveiled: Do You See What I See?

Peace (Isaiah 9:6-7)

Prayer For The Harvest: Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1-9)

Victory Unveiled: Kingdom Work (Revelation 14:12-20)

Prayer For The Harvest: Good News to Share (Isaiah 12:1-6)

Prayer For The Harvest: Fully Surrendered Servants (John 21:15-25)

PSALMS: The Person We Enjoy (Psalm 1 / John 15:11)

Victory Unveiled: Revealing The Counterfeit Church (Revelation 13:11-18)

Victory Unveiled: Break the Silence (Revelation 16:1-11)

Prayer For The Harvest: Blessed to Bless (Numbers 6:22-27)

PSALMS: Knowing and Enjoying God (Psalm 8)

Church People: Reformation Race (Hebrews 12:1-3)

Church People: Legitimate Love (Hebrews 12:3-17)

Victory Unveiled: The Chief End (Revelation 16:17-21)

Hunger and Thirst: One Body, Many Parts (1 Corinthians 12:12-26)

Church People: Thanksgiving (Hebrews 13:1-25)

Advent 2021: The Faithfulness of God

Victory Unveiled: In Dependence (Revelation 17:1-7) (Video)

Risen Church Father's Day Panel

Victory Unveiled: Armageddon (Revelation 16:12-16)

Church People: Unshakeable (Hebrews 12:18-29)

Pray: Lord of the Harvest (Matthew 9:35-38)

Advent 2021: Hope Rules! (Isaiah 9:2, 6-7)

Advent 2021: Joy (Matthew 2:1-18)

Victory Unveiled: In Dependence (Revelation 17:1-7) (Audio)

Advent 2021: Peace

Victory Unveiled: In the World, Not of the World (Revelation 18:1-8)

Victory Unveiled: Hallelujah (Revelation 19:1-10)

Pray: Like Jesus (John 17)

Victory Unveiled: Your Kingdom Come (Revelation 20:1-15)

Pray: Why Persist in Prayer? (Luke 18:1-8)

Pray: In the Spirit (Ephesians 6:18/John 15:7)

The Gentleness of Jesus - Richard Bowman

Sharing Life Like Christ: Jesus Tells Nicodemus He Needs To Be Born Again (John 3:1-18)

Sharing Life Like Christ: Christ Calls Andrew & John (John 1)

Sharing Life Like Christ: Jesus and the Woman at the Well (John 4:1-42)

Sharing Life Like Christ: Jesus Offers Rest in Bethesda (John 5:1-18)

Sharing Life Like Christ: Jesus Calls Simon, Philip, & Nathanael (John 1:40-51)

Sharing Life Like Christ: New Eyes to See Jesus (John 9)

Vision Sunday // John Allen

Sharing Life Like Christ: Jesus and the Crowds (John 6)

Victory Unveiled: Your Will Be Done (Revelation 20:11-15) (Audio)

Sharing Life Like Christ: Pontius Pilate and Palm Sunday (John 18:28-19:22)

Sharing Life Like Christ: Do You Love Me? (John 21:1-19)

Sharing Life Like Christ: From Son of Thunder to Beloved Disciple (John 21:20-25)

Sharing Life Like Christ: Easter (John 20:1-18)

The resurrection changes everything.

Sharing Life Like Christ: Thomas (John 20:19-31)

The Sword & The Trowel: Let Us Rise & Build

Nehemiah shows us how God calls His people from comfort into restoration.

The Sword & The Trowel: Inside-Out Kingdom (Nehemiah 13)

Nehemiah ends by showing that outward reform cannot change the heart.

CHRISTMAS EVE // GOD WITH US // FROM THE ARK TO THE MANGER // John Allen // Part 4

The Sword & The Trowel – Ask (Nehemiah 2)

Nehemiah shows us what it looks like to reorder our lives around God’s heart.

Sermon on the Mount - The Mountain of Anxiety

John Allen teaches on Matthew 6:25-34.

Poured Out – Gospel Faucets (2 Timothy 4:6-8)

The crown of righteousness is not a reward for spiritual performance, but a gift of grace, received through faith in...

Christmas Beyond Babylon: Make Room for Joy in Christ! // Daniel 9

- [00:00] - Welcome - [06:16] - Advent and the Coming of Christ - [08:23] - Joy in Daniel 9 - [09:11] - Confession and...

ROCK SOLID // Responsible Christianity // John Allen // Part 8

1 Peter 3:8-17 In an increasingly divided world, the church is called to be a beacon of unity.

Beyond Babylon: The Beauty of Humility // Daniel 4

Freedom in Christ

The pursuit of happiness, as originally understood, isn't about chasing emotional highs or personal pleasure.

God Does Amazing Things (Psalm 111)

Victory Unveiled - Week 4

A Trustworthy God: Proverbs 3:5-8

Elder in candidacy, Rich Lee, teaches us on the trustworthiness of God.

Courageous Communion

Pastor John preaches on 1 Corinthians 11:23-26.

Sermon on The Mount – In Secret

Pastor John Allen teaches on Matthew 6:1-8 ; 16-18. Join us at 9am or 11am on Sundays at the Water Table in Virginia...

Victory Unveiled: Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread (Revelation 21:9 - 22:5)

Sermon on the Mount - Asking, Seeking, Knocking at the Door of Heaven

Pastor John Allen teaches on Matthew 7:7-12.

PSALMS: Knowing and Enjoying God in the Fire (Psalm 91)