Two Rivers Church - New Bern

In John 10, Jesus gives us one of His most comforting “I AM” statements: “I am the good shepherd.” Jesus shows us what it means to be cared for, known, and loved by Him. He’s the Good Shepherd who knows His sheep, leads them, protects them, and lays down His life for them. Join us as we look at what it means to follow the Shepherd who never leaves us.

This week in our I AM series, we're looking at Jesus' claim to be the gate. In John 10, Jesus tells a room full of religious leaders that He's not just a way in, He's the way in. Anyone who tries to get to God some other way is climbing over the wall, and it won't end well for them.

 

We'll talk about what it means that Jesus is the only gate, why that's actually good news and not bad news, and how He promises life to the full for everyone who walks through Him.

What does it mean for Jesus to be the Light of the World and how does that change the way we live today? Dive into John 8 with us as we learn how to step out of the shadows and live in the daily clarity and life He offers.

In John 6, Jesus makes the bold statement, "I am the bread of life." More than just meeting physical needs, Jesus offers the lasting satisfaction and life that only He can give. Join us as we explore what it means to truly hunger for Christ and discover why He alone is enough.

Life doesn't always go the way we expect, but God can use every challenge to grow our faith. In James 1:2-4, we'll see how trials build perseverance and shape us into people who are mature, stronger, and more like Christ.

In Mark 2:1-12, four friends go the extra mile to bring a man to Jesus, and everything changes. This message is about the difference we can make when we help others get closer to Christ. Whether through prayer, an invitation, or simply walking alongside someone, God can do amazing things when we bring people to Jesus.

We're wired for instant answers, but Jesus modeled something different. This week, we dive into the book of Hebrews challenge where we're really going for the things only God can give. We were made to depend on God and seek him in prayer. 

What’s shaping you and what’s changing you? In Proverbs 4:22-26, we’ll look at how what we allow into our hearts influences the way we think, speak, and live. Join us as we discover how God’s Word shapes us from the inside out.

Jonah finally got the mercy he wanted and it made him furious when God gave it to someone else. This week we wrap up the series by asking the hard question: can we love what God loves, even when it costs us? Even when it's the person we'd rather see fall than flourish? Come find out what it looks like to want what God wants and how that's better for us too in the long run.

In Jonah 3, we see God’s heart on full display. When the people of Nineveh heard God’s warning, they turned from their sin, and God responded with mercy. This message reminds us that God’s desire is not to judge but to save, offering grace to anyone willing to repent and turn to Him. Before judgment comes mercy. The question is: how will we respond?