Richland Center Free Methodist Church

There are seasons when joy feels distant and peace seems hard to hold. Habakkuk knew that feeling well—facing loss, uncertainty, and grim forecasts for his people. Yet in the middle of that reality, he made a deliberate choice: “yet I will rejoice in the Lord.” His circumstances didn’t improve first; his trust in God did.
Paul offers the same kind of steady invitation in his letters. Writing to the Philippians and the Thessalonians, he calls believers to rejoice always, to pray continually, and to bring every concern to God with thanksgiving; not quick fixes or surface-level attitudes, but habits that form a life anchored in God’s presence. Pastor Tim explores how these practices—joy, prayer, and gratitude—shape a heart that is receptive to the peace God promises to those who trust Him.Recorded November 16th, 2025Message by Pastor Tim WardScripture: Philippians 4:4-7, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

When a church cared for Paul in his time of need it was partnership in the gospel. Their giving was an act of worship that reached heaven itself. Behind every gift was a heart moved by gratitude, trust, and obedience.
True Christian giving is driven by joy in God’s provision, rather than guilt or pressure. Philippians 4 reminds us that contentment and generosity grow together, revealing a life fully anchored in Christ.
Recorded November 9th, 2025Message by Pastor Tim WardScripture: Philippians 4:10-20

When life unravels, even the smallest things can feel impossible. The news weighs heavy, relationships strain, and our plans fall through, leaving us searching for something steady to hold on to. 
From a prison cell, Paul wrote about joy and peace as daily realities, finding contentment in every situation when everything else is falling apart. This same peace is still available today to those who place their confidence in Christ rather than in the shifting conditions of life. 
Come discover the kind of peace that doesn’t depend on what’s happening around you, but on Who is with you through it all.
Recorded November 2nd, 2025Message by Pastor Tim WardScripture: Philippians 4:4-13

A gold medal represents the highest achievement — the reward for discipline, perseverance, and commitment to a goal. Yet for the believer, the true prize isn’t made of metal but of faith that endures and a life shaped by Christ.
In Philippians 3:10—4:1, Paul points us toward that eternal reward — knowing Christ fully and living faithfully in His calling. Knowing Christ deeply, letting go of the past, and pressing on toward God’s calling are the building blocks of a faith that endures. Just like an athlete trains for the finish line, we are called to run with purpose and stay faithful to the goal set before us.
Join us as we discover how to live a life worthy of the prize!Recorded October 26th, 2025Message by Pastor Tim WardScripture: Philippians 3:10-4:1

A dark tunnel, a stolen kiss, and a stinging slap—one quick moment, two bold moves, and a grinning soldier who “seized the day.” It’s a funny story, but it hits close to home: life moves fast, and opportunities can pass in a blink. Between bills, deadlines, and distractions, it’s easy to forget what it means to truly live life to the fullest.
In Philippians 3:7–16, the Apostle Paul shares how a full life isn’t about success or possessions—it’s about knowing Christ and becoming more like Him. Pastor Tim unpacks Paul’s call to press forward by showing three keys to a meaningful life: find your purpose (“to know Christ”), forget the past (both our failures and our trophies), and face the present with faith that Jesus is not just the God of the past or the future, but the God who walks with us now.
Don’t wait for “someday.” In Christ, today is the day. Press on. Seize the moment. Live life to the fullest.Recorded October 19th, 2025Message by Pastor Tim WardScripture: Philippians 3:7-16

When Paul wrote that nothing could separate us from the love of Christ, his next words were filled with grief for those who had rejected that same love. From celebration to sorrow, his heart broke for the lost — and in that sorrow, he revealed the very heart of Christ.
Guest speaker **Pastor Boris Pena**, Youth Leader at the Platteville Free Methodist Church, shares from Romans 9:1–3 about what it means to carry that same burden for those far from God. True compassion isn’t passive; it moves us to pray, to reach out, and to act. Drawing from Paul’s example and Christ’s own pursuit of the lost, Pastor Boris challenges us to rediscover our first love for Jesus, and to let that love ignite a renewed urgency for the Gospel.
Pray for one name. Reach out in love. Let your heart beat with the compassion of Christ. Let’s live out the truth of the Gospel and share it with urgency and love.
Recorded October 12th, 2025Message by Pastor Boris PenaScripture: Romans 9:1-3

Paul had everything—status, education, influence—but he came to see it all as loss compared to knowing Christ. His deepest desire wasn’t comfort or achievement, but a relationship so real that even suffering became a means of sharing in Christ’s life.
In Philippians 3:7–14, Paul describes a faith that presses forward—forgetting what lies behind and straining toward what is ahead. Pastor Tim unpacks what it means to truly know Christ: not just to know about Him, but to walk with Him in power, purpose, and perseverance.
Recorded October 5th, 2025Message by Pastor Tim WardScripture: Philippians 3:7-14

When faced with opposition, how do we respond—with fear or with faith?
In this message, Thomas Ramundo shares the story of a young college freshman who dared to stand for prayer against ridicule—and witnessed a miracle that silenced unbelief. Drawing from **Acts 4** and the story of Bartimaeus in Mark 10, Pastor Ramundo reminds us that the same Holy Spirit who filled Peter and John with boldness still empowers believers today.
Discover the “biblical boldness builders” that transform ordinary Christians into bold witnesses—those who pray with confidence, live with cheerful courage, and trust God to work wonders.
Step forward in faith. Pray boldly. Live courageously. Be a bold believer.
Recorded September 28th, 2025Message by Thomas Ramundo

When people ask, “Do you care?”, they are looking for actions that prove love is real. In a world full of self-interest and distraction, genuine care can be hard to find.
In Philippians 2:19–30, Paul lifts up Timothy and Epaphroditus as examples of what it looks like to truly care for others. They were men whose lives reflected Christ’s selfless love—concerned not with their own well-being, but with the needs of the church and the mission of the Gospel. 
What does it mean to care in ways that mirror Christ’s heart? Join us as we explore what real, Christ-centered care looks like, and how your love, your time, and your service can be an answer to the question, “Do you care?”
Recorded September 21st, 2025Message by Pastor Tim WardScripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Life often feels overwhelming when we think about changing the world. How could one person ever make a real difference? Yet God’s plan has always been to work through individuals—ordinary people who allow Him to shape their hearts and guide their steps.In Philippians 2:12–16, Paul reminds believers to “work out” their salvation, not by their own strength, but with God working within them. God transforms lives one heart at a time, and your faithful obedience can ripple outward to affect families, communities, and beyond.Join us and be reminded: one changed heart can light the way for many others. Come ready to be encouraged and challenged—your heart may be the next one God wants to use!
Recorded September 14th, 2025Message by Pastor Tim WardScripture: Philippians 2:12-16