Riverwood Bible Church is attempting a difficult task. We want to be true to the motto,
"Geared to the times; anchored to the Rock."
Our concern is that many churches are so "geared to the times," they have gradually let go of the "Rock."

Our Goal Is:

Balanced Biblical Ministry– Riverwood attempts to maintain a Biblical balance in each aspect of its ministry. The focus of our Elders is not, "What do people want?" but, "What do people need?" A balanced Biblical ministry always keeps the focus of ministry on the Word of God rather than the experience of people.

Maturing Christians– The Church is the "Assembly" of those God has called out of the world unto Himself. It is the "Body of Christ." The primary purpose of the Church is the spiritual growth of Christians. Believers gather with one another and around the Word of God with the desire to "Grow" in likeness to Jesus Christ.

Exegetical Teaching– The focus of Church leadership is the teaching of the Word of God. "Exegetical" teaching allows the Word of God to speak for itself. It is studied word-by-word, verse-by-verse, and book-by-book. Church leaders are to protect the "doctrine" of the Church from worldly or human thinking. Confidence must be maintained that accurate Bible teaching converts the sinner, trains the new Believer and strengthens and guides the older Believer. (To listen to messages by our pastors, please click here).

Active Elder Oversight– The New Testament Church was built around mature men who were trained in the doctrine of God’s Word. These men taught, guided, and guarded the Body of Christ. They gave "oversight" to the health and welfare of the "assembly." The New Testament still gives the instruction for every Believer to be under "elder oversight." We attempt to maintain this New Testament pattern.

Riverwood Bible Church exists to:

• Proclaim God’s Word
• To Provide Spiritual Oversight to its Members
• To Encourage Personal Spiritual Growth and
• To Evangelize the Lost at Home and
• Through Foreign Missions