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River Oak Church
by River Oak Church
River Oak Church is a community of believers led by a team of pastors in Chesapeake, Virginia. We are passionate about God and people. At River Oak we are about the Gospel and desire to be a place of grace.
Episodes
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How Should Christians Handle Conflict? | 2 Timothy 2:14–26
How should Christians handle conflict, disagreements, and difficult conversations? In this message from 2 Timothy 2:14–26, Pastor Caleb teaches why our words matter, how to remain grounded in God's truth, and why followers of Jesus are called to flee sin, pursue righteousness, and respond to…
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Can Christians Lose Their Salvation? What the Bible Says
What should Christians remember when they are suffering? In 2 Timothy 2:8–13, Pastor Zach Ginn reminds us that Jesus is alive, the Word of God is not bound, and those who are in Christ are secure because He remains faithful. At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who...
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Be a Good Soldier of Christ | 2 Timothy 2:1–7
What does it mean to be a good soldier of Christ? In this message from 2 Timothy 2:1–7, Pastor Blake teaches that the Christian life is not casual, but a life of endurance, focus, discipline, and mission. Paul encourages Timothy to be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus, to entrust...
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Are You Trapped by the Fear of Man? | A Study in 2 Timothy
What does faithfulness look like when following Christ becomes costly? In this message from 2 Timothy 1:15–18, Pastor Blake looks at the contrast between those who turned away from Paul and Onesiphorus, who remained faithful, refreshed Paul, and was not ashamed of his chains. This sermon calls...
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How to Live Unashamed for Christ
What does it look like to live unashamed for the gospel? In this message from 2 Timothy 1:8–14, Pastor Blake teaches that Christians are called to serve Christ with no shame, no fear, and no shrinking back. Paul writes from prison, awaiting execution, and encourages Timothy to share in suffering...
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God Has Not Given You a Spirit of Fear | 2 Timothy 1:1–7
What do you do when following Jesus leads you into hard things? In this message from 2 Timothy 1:1–7, Pastor Caleb begins the series Grit and Grace by showing how Paul encouraged Timothy to remember his identity, rekindle the gift of God, and walk in the Spirit’s power instead of fear. Because…
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The Reality of Following Jesus: What Most People Miss
What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this message from Luke 9:57–62, Pastor Caleb teaches through three interactions Jesus had with people who said they wanted to follow Him. Each response reveals something about the human heart — our desire for comfort, security, control, and the old…
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The Vital Signs of a Healthy Church
What makes a church spiritually healthy? In this message from Acts 2:41–47, Pastor Blake looks at the birth of the early church and River Oak’s four measures of health: following completely, changing continuously, living generously, and multiplying disciples. The early church was devoted to the...
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The World Is Discipling Your Kids
What does it look like to follow Jesus in the home? In this message from Deuteronomy 6:4–9, Pastor Blake teaches that discipleship is not meant to happen only at church, but in the everyday rhythms of the home — as families, parents, grandparents, singles, and believers fill their homes with the...
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How Does a Disciple Grow? | John 15:1–11
In this message from John 15:1–11, Pastor Kyle Toddy teaches how disciples of Jesus grow to become more like Christ. Using Jesus’ picture of the vine and the branches, this sermon shows that spiritual growth does not happen passively. A disciple grows by abiding in Jesus, listening to His Word,...
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The Parable of the Sower Explained | Luke 8:4–15
In this message from Luke 8:4–15, Pastor Zach opens the parable of the sower and asks a deeply important question: are you truly a disciple of Jesus, or are you simply part of the crowd? Jesus describes four soils that reveal how people receive the Word of God — some with hard hearts, some with...
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What Does the Bible Say About Wealth? | 1 Timothy 6:17–21
In this sermon, Pastor Eric shows how Christians are called to handle wealth, possessions, time, influence, and the gospel with faithful stewardship. Everything we have has been entrusted to us by God, and our calling is not to hoard it, worship it, or place our hope in it, but to use it for what...
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Who Am I and Who Is God? | 1 Timothy 6:11–16
Who are you? And whose are you? In 1 Timothy 6:11–16, Paul reminds Timothy of his identity as a man of God and calls him to flee sin, pursue godliness, fight the good fight of faith, and take hold of eternal life. In this sermon, Pastor Zach Ginn shows how our identity in Christ changes the way…
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How to Be a Christian at Work
Does your work matter to God? In this sermon, Pastor Blake helps us see the workplace as a place where we can glorify God, honor those in authority, work with integrity, represent the gospel well, and serve fellow believers as beloved family. At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of...
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Character Matters More Than Charisma | 1 Timothy 5:17–25
In 1 Timothy 5, Paul gives the church clear instructions for how to honor faithful leaders, protect them from reckless accusations, and hold them accountable when persistent sin is present. At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion…
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You Have a Part to Play in the Church | 1 Timothy 5:1–16
In this sermon, Pastor Caleb explains why the church is called to be different from the world, how Christians should care for the vulnerable, why family responsibilities matter, and how every believer has a part to play in the church family. At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of...
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A Warning About Falling Away from the Faith
How does someone fall away from the faith? In this sermon from 1 Timothy 4:1–5, Pastor Blake walks through Paul’s warning that in the later times, some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and false teaching. This passage is a sobering reminder that every…
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Are You Serving Jesus or Just Attending Church?
What does the Bible say about deacons, servant leadership, and the kind of people God uses in His church? At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We...
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The Biblical Qualifications for Church Leaders
At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to following the…
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God's Order for Men and Women—Here's What Scripture Says
At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to following the…
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Why Prayer Is More Powerful Than You Think
Why should Christians pray for the lost? In this sermon from 1 Timothy 2:1–7, Pastor Blake LaRussa explains why prayer is essential to the mission of the Church and how God uses the prayers of His people to advance the gospel. This message explores: Why God commands believers to pray for all…
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How to Fight the Good Fight of Faith
What does it mean to fight the good fight of faith? In this sermon from 1 Timothy 1:18–20, Pastor Caleb reminds us that the Christian life is not passive. We are in a real spiritual battle, and God has not saved us for nothing — He has saved us for mission. Through faith, a good conscience, the...
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How to Overcome Guilt and Shame (What the Bible Says)
In this message from 1 Timothy 1:12–16, Pastor Zach Ginn looks at the Apostle Paul’s testimony and the overflowing grace of Jesus Christ. Paul had a painful past as a blasphemer, persecutor, and enemy of the church, yet Jesus showed him mercy and appointed him to ministry. At River Oak Church, we...
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False Teaching is More Dangerous Than You Think
In this message from First Epistle to Timothy 1:3–11, we dive into the importance of sound doctrine, and why it’s far more critical than most people realize. Paul warns Timothy about false teaching creeping into the church, and the danger isn’t always obvious. In fact, the most dangerous lies are...
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The 3 Foundations of a Healthy Church
We’re kicking off a brand new series through the book of First Epistle to Timothy called Building a Healthy Church. What actually makes a church healthy? Is it the building? The size? The programs? In this message, we walk through the opening of Paul’s letter and uncover three foundational truths...
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From Doubt to Faith: The Story of Doubting Thomas
In this message from John 20:24–29, we explore the powerful story of Doubting Thomas and what it teaches us about doubt, faith, and the resurrection of Jesus. Even one of Jesus’ closest disciples struggled to believe that Jesus had risen from the dead. Thomas demanded proof before he would…
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The Triumphal Entry | Pastor Eric Hammen
March 29th, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Titus 3:12-15 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
March 22nd, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Titus 3:1-11 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
March 15th, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Titus 2:11-15 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
March 8th, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Titus 2:1-10 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
March 1st, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Guarding Against False Teachers | Pastor Blake LaRussa
February 22nd, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed…
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The Gospel Produces Godliness | Pastor Blake LaRussa
February 15th, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed…
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Mark 16: 1-8 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
February 8th, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Mark 14:53-72 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
January 18th, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Mark 14:43-52 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
January 11th, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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The Garden of Gethsemane | Pastor Blake LaRussa
January 4th, 2026 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Christmas Eve | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
December 24th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed…
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Joy Comes from God | Pastor Eric Hammen
December 21st, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed…
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Announcement to the Unlikely | Pastor Eric Hammen
December 14th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed…
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Why Jesus Came Down At Christmas | Pastor Blake LaRussa
December 7th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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The Dark Night | Pastor Zach Ginn
November 30th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed…
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Mark 14: 1-11 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
November 23rd, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed…
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Mark 13:24-37 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
November 16th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed…
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Mark 13:1-23 | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
November 9th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Hypocrisy and Sincerity | Pastor Blake LaRussa
November 2nd, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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A King Greater Than David | Pastor Blake LaRussa
October 26th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Commanded to Love | Pastor Blake LaRussa
October 19th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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The God of the Living | Pastor Blake LaRussa
October 12th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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Be in the World but not of the World | Pastor Caleb Waldrop
October 5th, 2025 At River Oak Church, we are a welcoming family of imperfect people who share a passion for God, a passion for others, and a passion for graciously sharing the good news of Jesus Christ. We enjoy an informal environment and Christ-exalting modern worship, and we are committed to...
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River Oak Church is a community of believers led by a team of pastors in Chesapeake, Virginia. We are passionate about God and people. At River Oak we are about the Gospel and desire to be a place of grace.
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