Still Waters Church

Jesus declared that his followers are the salt of the earth. That is not something a believer does, that is something a believer is. Join Still Waters Church for this powerful message about what it means to be salt in the culture today.

In this Father’s Day message Pastor Ritchie Miller explains the true cost of discipleship.

Serving in the church is essential to building relationships in the church. Serving is fellowship at the highest level. In this message, Pastor Ritchie Miller shares three ways to build relationships in the church

Have you ever felt disconnected from your church? You know you love Jesus, and you want to serve Him, but you are feeling more and more disconnected. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches from the Gospel of Mark on How to Feel More Connected to Your Church.

Anything that is successful requires a great commitment. When Jesus told his followers to “take up their cross” what did that mean? Jesus was talking about more than just being willing to make personal sacrifices, he was talking about a radical commitment to the cross.

Many people don’t serve in the church because they feel they are not good enough, talented enough, or they see too many barriers. But God has gifted you and called you to make a difference. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches on The Heart Behind Serving.

In this Mother’s Day message, Pastor Ritchie Miller teaches about what it means to put on our new nature.

One of Jesus’ most famous miracles was when he walked on water. The question is, why did he? This miracle was more than a parlor trick, it revealed something incredible about who Jesus is. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches the real reason behind why Jesus walked on water.

The story of Jesus feeding the 5000 with only five loaves and two fish points to God’s power and control over our lives. The message is about how Jesus takes us as we are, blesses us beyond our imagination, and uses us for his glory.

No matter what you face, Jesus has the power to turn your darkness into deliverance. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he tells the stories from the Gospel of Mark that demonstrate how Jesus can deliver you no matter what you are going through.

In the parable of the Sower and the Seed, Jesus describes four different types of people and how they respond to the Word of God. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches on the subject, “Will the Real Christian Please Stand up?”

God designed you to belong. If you are a believer, he designed you to belong to a church. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches from the Gospel of Mark about the power of belonging.

Why is Easter such an important event? Is it really the most important event in history? Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches why Easter is so important for everyone.

This message reflects on the meaning of Palm Sunday and Passion Week. Pastor Ritchie Miller challenges you to internalize the blessing and purpose of what Jesus did for you in the events that led us to Easter.

89% of Americans say they have experienced burnout in the past year. God has provided a way to avoid that if we will follow His prescription for true rest. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he unpacks what it means to obey God’s plan for regular Sabbath renewal.

Where there is a will there is a way. You have heard that said. In this story from the Gospel of Mark we learn about the faith, creativity, and determination of four men who brought their friend to Jesus in spite of overwhelming obstacles.

The gospel is not just a thing the Christian life, it is the thing. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he begins a journey through the Gospel of Mark and teaches how Christians must build their lives on the foundation of the gospel.

There are literally thousands of verses in the Bible that deal with money and managing money. In this message, Pastor Ritchie Miller discusses some warning signs that indicate you may be making some bad financial choices. Learn how to make a course correction and head toward the road of financial blessings.

In the church we talk a lot about loving each other, but what does that mean? Is it simply an emotional feeling? Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches what the Bible says about showing God’s love to others.

Worship is more than an emotional experience. It is more than singing. In this message, Pastor Ritchie Miller teaches from Romans 12:1-2 about what true worship is and how God uses it to transform your life.

Humans are weak. We all sin and we all fail. So, what does the Bible mean when it says that God gets glory from our weakness? Learn how God gives strength to those who admit that they need him.

Every Christian needs help to live the Christian life. You can’t do life alone. The power of Christian community and togetherness gives us the help that we need to live effective lives.

In this message Pastor Ritchie Miller talks about how to tap into the power to live the life of an overcomer. The power that created the universe – the Holy Spirit – lives in you!

We all want to have permanent, positive change in our lives, but change can be hard. How can you have the power to change? The Bible shows us that the key to change is not our performance but getting to know the Person of Jesus.

Follow Pastor Michael Flournoy's remarkable journey from feeling out of place among other pastors to a transformative encounter with Brother Richie. As he reflects on the unique friendship that emerged, Pastor Michael shares insights on hope, faith, and being in God's will. Through humor and sincerity, he discusses the power of prayer, emphasizing the importance of a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ. Join him on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth in this inspiring message.

A Lifestyle of Worship" explores the continuous and authentic expression of worship, emphasizing its dynamic and individual nature. The speaker highlights worship as spiritual warfare, illustrating its empowering role during challenges, and underscores the emotional aspect, citing personal stories and biblical examples. The conclusion encourages believers to actively practice worship, approaching God with confidence, and carries a call to salvation and a blessing for the journey ahead.

Authentic peace is one of the most important human needs. But where do we find it? There are many things that offer peace, but they do not deliver. Learn how to find real peace through Jesus, the Prince of Peace.

In Isaiah, Jesus was called Mighty God. This name shows the power and the person of Jesus. He is a personal God who desires a relationship with you. He is a powerful God who is sovereign over everything. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches what the name Mighty God means to us today.

This message is from a Christmas series about the names of Jesus and how these names show us the character, power, and purpose. This first message in the series is from Isaiah 9:6-7 which refers to Jesus as our Wonderful Counselor.

Most people face insecurity and worry about money and success. This message teaches what Abraham learned about trusting God with the things that are the most precious to us.

There is a difference between the feeling of guilt and the fact of guilt. Guilt can draw us toward repentance or cause us to blame God. Pastor Ritchie Miller teaches what the Genesis account of the fall of Adam and Eve show us about what we should do with our guilt and our feelings of guilt.

Jesus loves to remove the shame of our sin and failure. We don’t have the power to remove shame, but Jesus does through his grace and the gospel. Join us as Pastor Ritchie Miller teaches how Jesus removes our shame and covers our failures.

Pride is our greatest problem. Not the devil, or low self-esteem, or our upbringing, or injustice. God does not just want you to deal with your pride, he wants you to kill it before it kills you.

Anxiety is intense, excessive, and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations. In this message, Pastor Ritchie Miller talks about how Jesus healed a blind man and showed us how He can heal our anxieties when we trust in Him.

Hiding behind masks makes us defenseless. It keeps us weak and vulnerable to temptation. The enemy wants you to believe that you must hide and pretend. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches from God’s Word how to deal with the mask of fear.

From the creation story we find the answers to the greatest questions of life. We find meaning, hope, love, and purpose from understanding who God is and why he made us. In this message, Pastor Ritchie Miller explains why we are here and what God’s plan is for our lives.

God created you to rule and reign in life. Yet many Christians live in defeat and discouragement and never live in the victory God has for them. In this message, Pastor Ritchie Miller unpacks the creation story in Genesis to reveal how we can prevail with God’s power.

God created humans in his image, both male and female. In a culture that struggles with defining gender and sexuality, Christians must arm themselves with truth from God’s Word. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches from Genesis what God’s purpose is for men and women.

One of life’s great questions is, “What is my purpose in life?” Until a person answers this question, he or she will struggle with meaning and discontentment. In this message, Pastor Ritchie Miller explains what it means to serve others while living in a fully committed relationship with God.

In the message “Racism and Prejudice: How Should You Treat Others?” Pastor Ritchie Miller explains what the Bible teaches about racism, prejudice, and how we are to treat others.

God made you on purpose and for a purpose. In this message, Pastor Ritchie Miller unpacks the implications of being created in the Image of God and how it should impact our beliefs and behavior.

“You Are a Winner” is a message that focuses on how God empowers Christians to finish well. God has placed a calling on every believer to complete the ministry he has given to them.

The pandemic caused many people to quit church. Some are afraid for the future of the church. But Jesus promised that he would build the church. He is committed to the church! Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches on the question, “What Kind of Church Will We Be?”

Many people are plagued by turmoil, confusion, and chaos. God gives us powerful instructions on how to develop peace and harmony in our home and work-life. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches from Colossians about God’s plan for harmony in your home.

There is a war being waged for control of your mind. We either become a victim of our circumstances by earthly thinking or we win the war through transformed thinking. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches How to Overcome Stinking Thinking.

Driven Christianity deals with Christian legalism and the destructive fallout of that kind of approach to Christian living. Your relationship with Christ is not based on your performance but the grace of God.

Driven Christianity is a message about embracing God's grace rather than living a lifeless, rules-driven approach to Christianity.

God has called every Christian to lead. You are to lead in your circle of influence in your family, your friends, your work, and your church. Join Pastor Ritchie Miller as he teaches what God says about how you can lead well.

Jesus Christ compels preeminence in our lives. He must not be relegated to second place or any other place. He calls his followers to live a Jesus-first life. This sermon addresses the question, “Are you living a me-first life or a Jesus-first life?”