Doug Rowse

We cannot know what God's voice sounds like, but we can know what it "feels" like. God's voice has certain qualities to it that once we learn them, we can begin distinguishing His voice from all the others. In this message, Pastor Doug gives us five things we can do to position ourselves for hearing God better. Be blessed!

In her typical humorous style, Jodi talks through some super practical insights on how to hear God's voice. You're going to laugh! You're going to be blessed! Enjoy!

In this message, one of our summer interns, Ben Davis teaches on the "fear of the Lord" and what it means practically for our lives. Enjoy!

The new life that Jesus has given to you is beyond comparison. This message will expand your appreciation for what Jesus died to give you.

In this message, Pastor Doug answers the specific question, "How do I find God's call for my life?" Join us as we seek God. Let's learn together!

In this message, Pastor Doug takes us through the life of the Apostle Paul and looks at how God's call developed in him. If you have ever wondered about God's call on your life, this message will encourage you in the process. Blessings to you!

In this message, David Lemoine takes a look at Hannah's experience in hearing God. Be encouraged, you belong!

If God calls you up, God backs you up. God has assigned fathers the job of raising children of purpose and promise therefore, God wants to partner with you in shaping their destiny by talking to you about them. Every father has the ability to hear God's thoughts regarding their children.

Have you ever had an experience where you thought you heard God but doubted it? Is it possible to know for sure that it is really God speaking to you? In this message, Pastor Doug explores this question and in the process outlines 5 levels of communication with God. Enjoy!

Have you ever wondered what God thinks about? In this message, Pastor Doug talks about 4 things that are most likely on God's mind. This is important to know, because we want to be working with God on the things that concern Him in His world. One of the early steps to hearing God's voice is to know what is on God's mind.

Humility breathes life into all of our relationships. In this message, Pastor Doug talks about the role of humility in our ability to hear God's voice. The problem with humility is that we cannot make ourselves more humble. What we need is an example to follow. Thankfully, Jesus is a perfect example of the power of humility in our relationships. Enjoy!

God created you for relationship. Any healthy relationship requires communication. God wants to talk with you and you love to listen, but hearing God's voice can be challenging. Beginning with this teaching, New River enters a season of seeking to know the voice of God so that we can enjoy an even deeper relationship with Him. Join us! We're thankful to share it with you.

Some days parents feel like they're not having any impact on their children. In this teaching, Pastor Doug encourages us with a timeless principle from God's Word: God's Word is powerful and it WILL TAKE EFFECT in the hearts of our children. (even if it appears that nothing is happening!) . Take heart, you are making a difference!

This is our conclusion to the "Ten Commands series. Through these ten commands, God reveals His love for the remarkable life He has given us. This 10th command is about your thoughts. Your thoughts can literally kill you! We learn that God's plan for curing our tendency to covet is to fill us with contentment. Enjoy!

In the 9th command, God defends the value of our reputation. A good name is more valuable than great riches and God protects your good name! In the same way, we are all called to defend the reputations of others. May God bless you as you listen to this Word.

In this message, Pastor Doug discusses the cure for stealing and why God tells us not to steal. If you have ever been ripped off, you will appreciate this timely teaching.

In this thought provoking message, Pastor Doug explains from the Bible about why adultery is wrong. The seventh command speaks to the high value God places upon the family.

Jesus and death went into the grave, but only Jesus came out! Jesus claimed the "win" and because He wins, we win also, if we are in Him. This message will put hope and encouragement into your soul!

Given how fragile we are, one would think that humility came naturally to us. Yet, we struggle with it. And, given the greatness of God, one would think that pride is in order, yet God is more humble than we are! This Palm Sunday we are looking at the humility of God as Jesus enters Jerusalem on a donkey. Jesus is the humble King!

In this message we look into the root of murder and why murder is so wrong. It is a timely message and promises to make you think deeply about the true value of human life.