Renaissance Church

Dive into Matthew 14 as we explore Peter's incredible journey of walking on water with Jesus. Discover why feeling afraid doesn't mean you're doing it wrong—it might mean you're exactly where God wants you to be. Following Jesus often means leaving the safety of what we know to experience His power in what we can't control. What faith step is Jesus calling you to take today?

NOTHING IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR GOD! In this powerful message, Pastor Chris unpacks how God delights in doing the impossible - from Sarah's miraculous pregnancy at 90 to modern-day miracles in our midst. Discover why we should never feel embarrassed about praying big prayers and how God is calling us to believe Him for the impossible in Houston. Perfect for anyone feeling discouraged about unanswered prayers or needing fresh faith for big requests. Watch now and let your faith be stirred! Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas https://ren-church.org #alloflifealltheearth #walkgrowlive #christian #church #jesus

“Don’t judge.” It’s one of the most quoted — and most misunderstood — sayings of Jesus. In this episode, we return to the Sermon on the Mount to explore what Jesus really meant in Matthew 7. Rather than calling us to blind acceptance or harsh criticism, Jesus exposes our tendency toward a destructive, hypocritical spirit and invites us into something better: humble self-examination, clear-eyed discernment, and tender care for others. Discover how the grace of Christ frees us from being “beam-in-the-eye” people and forms us into a community marked not by judgment, but by mercy.

We love underdog stories, but every world-changing life includes someone who invested and walked closely with them. In this episode, we explore Jesus’ call of His first disciples in Matthew 4 and uncover the not-so-secret way God changes the world: relational, life-on-life discipleship. Discover how following Jesus means opening your life, showing up over time, and being remade for purposes bigger than yourself. Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas ren-church.org #walkgrowlive #alloflifealltheearth #discipleship

Life rarely goes according to plan—and the Christmas story proves it. In this message, we explore how God often works through interruptions, why His favor doesn’t always feel favorable, and how Mary’s response teaches us to be curious, confident, and ultimately surrendered to God’s purposes. As we step into a new year, this episode invites us to trust God in the disruptions and respond with a faithful, courageous “yes.” Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas ren-church.org #alloflifealltheearth #walkgrowlive #christmas #advent

Experience the wonder of Christmas through miracle stories that will transform your perspective on faith! Pastor Chris shares the powerful healing of Emma McKinley and other testimonies from around the world that prove God is still in the miracle business. Discover how to maintain joy even when facing disappointment, and learn the simple formula: Jesus, Others, Yourself (JOY). A message that will remind you that nothing is impossible with God! Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas https://ren-church.org #alloflifealltheearth #walkgrowlive #jesus #miracles

Are you spiritually awake or sleepwalking through life? In this message, Pastor Chris kicks off Week 1 of Advent and unpacks what it means to stay alert for Christ's return. Drawing parallels between Christmas morning excitement and our spiritual alertness, discover how to break free from spiritual slumber and live with purpose. Learn practical ways to combat weariness, worldliness, and waiting - three key factors that can lull us into spiritual sleep. Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas https://ren-church.org #walkgrowlive #alloflifealltheearth #advent

Ready to discover Jesus' surprising financial plan? In this message, Pastor Chris reveals how our view of money shapes our hearts - and how Jesus offers a revolutionary perspective that leads to true freedom. Learn practical wisdom from Matthew 6 that will transform your relationship with money and possessions. Whether you're a spender or a saver, this message will challenge you to invest in what truly lasts. Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas https://ren-church.org #alloflifealltheearth #walkgrowlive #jesus #money

What's the difference between performing for others and truly serving God? In this message, special guest, Leo Almeida, unpacks Jesus' teaching on giving, prayer, and fasting - revealing how our motives matter more than our actions. Discover the freedom of authentic faith and learn why secret devotion leads to divine rewards. Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas https://ren-church.org #walkgrowlive #alloflifealltheearth

In this episode, we explore the genius of Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount, where He calls us to a life of integrity, truthfulness, and peace. Rather than speaking in anger, Jesus invites us into flourishing and wholeness—a way of being that restores what’s broken in us. He teaches that real integrity means keeping our word, real justice means refusing retaliation, and real love means extending grace. Ultimately, Jesus not only shows the way to wholeness—He is the way, healing and restoring us by His own integrity and grace. Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas https://ren-church.org #walkgrowlive #alloflifealltheearth #jesus #gospel

How are you handling your anger? Anger is something we all struggle with—but according to Jesus, it’s more serious than we often realize. In this episode, Pastor Chris Kipp unpacks Jesus’ powerful teaching from the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:17–26), where He connects anger and murder in a way that challenges our hearts. Jesus’ words are both convicting and full of hope, offering a path toward true transformation from the inside out. Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas https://ren-church.org #alloflifealltheearth #walkgrowlive #preaching #anger

In the wake of Charlie Kirk's tragic assassination, we are prompted to reflect on the profound impact of influence. We often hear how young people are drawn into the darker corners of the internet—spaces where influence is wielded by powerful, sometimes dangerous, voices. In this message, Pastor Chris Kipp raises a critical question: "How can the church move in the opposite spirit of the world?" Drawing from Matthew 5:13-16, Chris explores Jesus' powerful teaching on being the salt of the earth and the light of the world, urging us to live counter to the prevailing culture. Renaissance Church - Richmond, Texas https://ren-church.org #AllOfLifeAllTheEarth #WalkGrowLive #Jesus #SaltAndLight #Preaching