Riverside with Luke Stradley

Luke Stradley
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Using fly-fishing as a means to spread the Gospel!

  1. 16h ago

    What Fishing Small Creeks Taught Me About Jesus | Field Notes #7

    SUPPORT RIVERSIDE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/riversideministry/membership MONSTERBASS - 15% OFF CODE: PSRHV55KTJ8 monsterbass.com _________________________ Why do I keep coming back to small creeks? Maybe it's because places like these remind me that true greatness rarely announces itself. The tallest trees grew one year at a time. The deepest pools were carved one drop at a time. The strongest current simply keeps flowing. In this episode of Field Notes, we spend a quiet morning beside the water while walking through Matthew 2:1–12—the journey of the wise men and the unexpected humility of Jesus Christ. The King of heaven didn't arrive in a palace surrounded by armies. He came as a child, in humility, inviting us to look beyond appearances and recognize who He truly is. Scripture: 📖 Matthew 2:1–12 📖 Philippians 2:5–11 If this episode encouraged you, consider subscribing and joining me for future editions of Field Notes, where fishing, creation, and Scripture come together to point us to Christ. Fish hard. Follow Christ.

  2. 3d ago

    What Fishing Beneath the Surface Taught Me About Faith | Field Notes #6

    SUPPORT RIVERSIDE HERE:https://www.patreon.com/cw/riversideministry/membershipMONSTERBASS - 15% OFF CODE: PSRHV55KTJ8monsterbass.com_________________________ Some of the hardest lessons in fishing happen beneath the surface. When you're fishing a jig or a Texas rig, you can't see your lure. You have to learn to trust that it's doing what it's supposed to do, even when you can't watch it. That confidence only comes with time. Joseph faced a similar challenge. When God told him to take Mary as his wife, Joseph couldn't see how everything would work out. He didn't know what people would think, what the future held, or how God would fulfill His promises. He simply obeyed. In this episode of Field Notes, we'll learn practical tips for becoming a better bottom-bait angler—and discover what Joseph teaches us about trusting God when we can't see what's happening beneath the surface. 📖 Scripture: Matthew 1:18–25 🎣 Fish hard. Follow Christ.

  3. 4d ago

    From Bill Dance to Matthew 1: A Story About Legacy | Field Notes #5

    SUPPORT RIVERSIDE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/riversideministry/membership MONSTERBASS - 15% OFF CODE: PSRHV55KTJ8 monsterbass.com ___________________________________________________________ At ICAST 2026, the fishing industry honored Bill Dance for a lifetime of influence. It got me thinking about legacy. What does it mean to leave one? Matthew begins his Gospel in an unexpected place—not with a miracle or a sermon, but with a genealogy. Name after name tells the story of people whose lives shaped history, each pointing to the One whose legacy would change the world forever. In this episode of Riverside Field Notes, we look at the legacies of men like Abraham, David, and Solomon, and ultimately discover why every legacy in Matthew 1 leads to Jesus. Fish hard. Follow Christ. 🔔 Subscribe for more episodes of Riverside Field Notes, where fishing and faith meet. #Fishing #BillDance #Matthew1 #Jesus #Legacy #Christian #BibleStudy #Faith #Riverside #fieldnotes

  4. Jul 16

    Hair Jigs, Senko Worms, and Peter's Breakfast with Jesus | Field Notes #4

    SUPPORT RIVERSIDE HERE:https://www.patreon.com/cw/riversideministry/membership___________________________________________________________In today's episode we talk about an article of In Fisherman that talks about the history and art of hair jigs. Have you ever used a hair jig? Had any luck with them? Comment your thoughts on hair jigs below! We ALSO talked about seiko worms - the ol' reliable of fishing. Comment: what do you think makes the senko worm so effective? LASTLY, we looked at Peter's redemption narrative within Scripture, to see how he went from coward who denied Jesus 3 times, to the man who boldly proclaimed Jesus in the face of the same men who had Jesus crucified. I hope you enjoy! Fish hard, follow Christ!- Luke

  5. Jul 15

    The Turning Point of Nicodemus (and Topwater Frog Fishing) | Field Notes #3

    SUPPORT RIVERSIDE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/riversideministry/membership___________________________________________________________A recent morning on the water turned into more than just another fishing trip.In this episode of Riverside Field Notes, I share a recent bass caught on a topwater frog before transitioning into one of my recent sermons on Nicodemus—the Pharisee who first came to Jesus under the cover of darkness, but eventually stepped into the light and publicly identified himself with Christ.Sometimes the best conversations begin in unexpected places—even while talking about fishing.Whether you're here to become a better angler, grow in your faith, or simply enjoy the outdoors, I'm glad you're here.🎣 Fish hard. Follow Christ.

  6. Jul 4

    FIELD NOTES #2 | Slumps In Fishing and Faith, and What To Do About Them

    SUPPORT RIVERSIDE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/riversideministry/membership ______________________________________________________Welcome to episode 2 of Riverside Field Notes! Every angler knows the frustration of a fishing slump. You throw every lure in the box, change locations, and still come home empty-handed. But slumps don't just happen on the water—they happen in our faith, too.In this episode of Riverside, we're talking about how to navigate those dry seasons when God feels distant, motivation is gone, and you're wondering if it's even worth continuing. Whether you're stuck in a fishing slump, a spiritual slump, or both, there is hope.Drawing from Psalm 42, we'll discover what the sons of Korah did when their souls felt dry—and why the answer wasn't to quit, but to keep pursuing God.So grab your coffee, tie on your favorite lure, and join us by the river.Fish hard. Follow Christ.#Fishing #BassFishing #ChristianPodcast #Outdoors #Faith #FishingPodcast #Jesus #Riverside

  7. Jun 29

    FIELD NOTES #1 | The Future of Riverside & Why Everything Is Changing

    SUPPORT RIVERSIDE HERE: https://www.patreon.com/cw/riversideministry/membership ___________________________________________________________ Welcome to the very first episode of Riverside Field Notes. Over the past few years, what started as a small Instagram page has slowly grown into something much bigger than I ever imagined—a ministry using fishing and the outdoors to point people to Christ. In this first episode, I'm sharing where Riverside has been, why I'm making the shift toward bass fishing, what this ministry will look like moving forward, and why I believe this next chapter has the potential to reach even more people with the gospel. If you've been following Riverside for years or you're just joining the journey, I'm thankful you're here. We'll talk fishing. We'll study Scripture. We'll tell stories from the water. And through it all, we'll keep our eyes fixed on Jesus. Thanks for listening, and welcome to Riverside Field Notes. #Fishing #BassFishing #ChristianPodcast #Outdoors #Faith #FishingPodcast #Jesus #Riverside

    FIELD NOTES #1 | The Future of Riverside & Why Everything Is Changing

  8. May 21

    What the Story of Jonah Taught Me While Fishing

    RIVERSIDE ETSY SHOP: https://riversidestorefront.etsy.comSUPPORT RIVERSIDE HERE: buymeacoffee.com/lukestradloRIVERSIDE LINKTREE:https://linktr.ee/riversideflyfishing___________________________________________________________________________Sometimes men go to the river searching for peace, silence, and escape. But sometimes the very place we run to in order to get away becomes the place where God finally gets our attention. In this video, I spend time fishing while reflecting on the story of Jonah — a man who tried to run from God, only to discover that God was already waiting for him in the storm.This isn’t just a Bible story about a fish.' It’s a story about exhaustion, escape, mercy, and the God who pursues runaway people. If you enjoy Christian fishing videos, faith-based outdoors content, Bible teaching, and reflective storytelling from the river, welcome to Riverside. #Jonah #ChristianFishing #BibleStudy #FaithAndFishing #FishingLife #ChristianMen #JesusChrist #FishingVideo #BibleTeaching #RiverFishing #ChristianYouTube #JonahAndTheWhale

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