Dr. Jim Richards

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  1. 3. The Curse Is Broken

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    3. The Curse Is Broken

    Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com From childhood, most of us have heard that “Jesus is the reason for the season,” but we rarely connect Christmas to one of the most powerful truths in the New Covenant: the curse is broken. The birth of Jesus was not just the beginning of a sentimental story; it was the beginning of the end of fear, wrath, and separation from God. When Jesus came, lived, died, and was raised from the dead, He broke the curse of the law and removed the enmity that existed in our minds about God. Christmas is the announcement that God is no longer against us, that peace and goodwill toward man have been eternally established in the blood of Jesus. Sin did more than cause bad behavior; it distorted how we saw ourselves and how we saw God. When man believed he was less than who God said he was, fear became the automatic response to God’s presence. That fear turned every commandment, every law, and every warning into something interpreted through guilt and terror. We saw God as the source of the curse instead of the One trying to protect us from it. But at the cross, Jesus became our sin, took our punishment, satisfied wrath, and established what Isaiah calls the covenant of peace: a binding, eternal commitment that God would never again relate to us through anger and destruction, but through mercy and kindness in Christ. To say “the curse is broken” is not a religious slogan; it means your life no longer has to be defined by fear, worthlessness, shame, or the expectation of judgment. In Jesus, you are no longer a “sheep for the slaughter,” waiting for the next bad thing to happen because you think you deserve it. You stand in a new reality where God is for you, not against you. Faith becomes possible because fear is no longer your master. When you believe the report of what God accomplished through the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus, your heart can finally rest—and from that place, you can trust, follow, and live in the blessings of God. Join me this week in CyberChurch as we unwrap the greatest Christmas present God ever gave us: freedom from the curse and absolute peace with Him through the Lord Jesus Christ.

    28 min
  2. 2. The Power Of The Christmas Story

    12/25/2025

    2. The Power Of The Christmas Story

    Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com From childhood, most of us have heard “the Christmas story” so many times that it becomes easy to reduce it to a sentimental scene—a manger, a few shepherds, and a star overhead. But in Scripture, the birth of Jesus is anything but a children’s tale. It is a precise, prophetic, and powerful unveiling of God’s plan for the world. Long before that night in Bethlehem, God foretold where the Messiah would be born, when He would come, and how He would be protected from destruction. Nothing happened by accident; everything unfolded exactly as He declared. Behind the simplicity of the nativity is a remarkable backstory. Prophecies in Daniel revealed the timing of the Messiah’s arrival. Herod’s violent reaction mirrored ancient attempts to stop God’s deliverance. Shepherds near Bethlehem guarded the very lambs used for Passover—pointing to Jesus as the true Lamb of God. And John the Baptist, uniquely qualified by lineage, stood as the only priest able to identify the Messiah with divine authority. When you see how perfectly God fulfilled His word in Jesus’ first coming, confidence in His promises—including His return—becomes unshakable. This isn’t just history; it’s an invitation to trust. The Christmas story anchors your heart in the unchanging faithfulness of God. He is not a destroyer but a deliverer—warning, preparing, and guiding His people just as He did in the days of Joseph, Mary, and the shepherds. When you understand how thoroughly He has kept His promises, you gain courage to believe Him for what lies ahead, both in the world and in your own life. Join me this week in CyberChurch for The Power of the Christmas Story, as we uncover the hidden power within the birth of Jesus and learn how it strengthens your faith, restores confidence in God’s Word,

    28 min
  3. 1. Overcoming Holiday Depression

    12/18/2025

    1. Overcoming Holiday Depression

    Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com For many people, the holidays are not a season of joy but a time when old memories, unresolved pain, and family patterns surface with surprising intensity. What we feel in the present is often shaped by experiences from years ago. Long before we understand why, the weight of the past begins defining how we face the holidays today. Holiday depression isn’t simply a psychological term; it is often an emotional association rooted in the heart. Our minds remember events, but our hearts remember experiences. When those experiences are painful, the holidays can trigger reactions that feel impossible to escape. Yet God never designed us to be ruled by old memories or cultural traditions that rob us of peace. He calls us into freedom—a life where we decide what the holidays will mean rather than repeating what they have always been. There is a pathway to transformation. It begins by recognizing the beliefs that keep us bound, understanding how emotional debt shapes our responses, and learning to make intentional choices that reflect who we are in Christ rather than who we used to be. As we step out of old patterns and into new traditions, our hearts begin to heal. Joy becomes possible again. And the holidays shift from something we endure to something that strengthens us, our families, and everyone we touch. Join me this week in CyberChurch for a message titled Overcoming Holiday Depression, as we explore how to break free from painful holiday associations and create a season filled with meaning, purpose, and the life of God.

    28 min
  4. 8. The Faith Factor

    12/11/2025

    8. The Faith Factor

    Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com From the beginning, God has shown us that every interaction with Him is rooted in one essential reality: faith. Yet for many believers, faith has been shaped more by religious tradition than by a living relationship with God Himself. We often approach faith as a tool we use to persuade God to give us something. But biblical faith is far more profound. Faith is trusting God to be exactly who He says He is, independent of circumstances, outcomes, or personal desires. In Scripture, faith is relational. It is born from experiencing God, walking with Him, and allowing the Holy Spirit to bring truth alive in our hearts. This is the faith Jesus described; the kind that emerges from knowing the Father, not merely knowing about Him. There is a divine continuum by which real faith grows. It begins with God's Word, moves into understanding by the Spirit, and matures into wisdom. Wisdom is not mystical insight or emotional intensity; wisdom is the bold and practical application of truth. It is not developed by louder prayers or harder efforts but through continual fellowship with God as He teaches us how to walk in His ways. As we read, meditate, and listen, the Spirit begins to assemble the pieces. What once seemed scattered and disconnected suddenly forms a clear and harmonious picture, like a puzzle revealing its final image. Understanding brings confidence. Clarity removes fear. And patience, one of the first expressions of true faith, emerges effortlessly from a heart that finally sees what God has been leading us toward. From there, the journey becomes simple. We follow the “map”, the direction the Holy Spirit writes on our hearts, until the promise becomes our reality. Join me this week in CyberChurch as we explore the pathway from faith to patience, from patience to wisdom, and from wisdom to experiencing the promises of God fulfilled in your life.

    28 min
  5. 7. Fellowship With The Spirit

    12/04/2025

    7. Fellowship With The Spirit

    Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com Fellowship With the Spirit The very first letter of the Hebrew alphabet carries a profound message: it reveals God’s first and highest intention for mankind. From the beginning, God’s deepest desire has been to harmonize Himself with mankind and establish heaven on earth. And within that first letter, we discover not only God’s highest priority but also the path by which His intention is fulfilled. In the block letters of the Hebrew alef-bet, this letter conveys that the life of God flows into us when we become one with the Father through the Lord Jesus. In the New Testament, we find 15 references to our fellowship with God the Father, Jesus the Son, the Holy Spirit, and with one another. Through the centuries, this powerful concept has been reduced to little more than social gatherings. Nearly every denominational church in America has a “fellowship hall,” typically furnished with tables and chairs, designed to share meals. While these connections matter, they fall far short of the true meaning of biblical fellowship. Five times in the New Testament, we find the word 'communion.' It is used to contrast our interaction with righteousness and unrighteousness, light and darkness, and it is even used to describe the Lord’s Supper. Then, in 2 Corinthians, we see the word distribution. What do all these words share in common? Astonishingly, fellowship, communion, and distribution all come from one Greek word: koinonia. Koinonia refers to an intimate sharing—where possessions, resources, and even life itself are shared equally among those in a relationship. This gives us a powerful glimpse into God’s intention. Communion with the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit means that in Christ we share equally in all that He is and all that He has. Jesus said the Father has given Him all things, and He promised that the Holy Spirit would take everything He received from the Father and bring it to us. This reveals God’s first and highest intention: that we would share in everything He has and everything He is. This is far more than receiving blessings—it is the supernatural process of faith and grace by which we become one with Him through Jesus, participating in the very life of God and experiencing heaven on earth. Join me this week in CyberChurch as we uncover the mystery of sharing in the inheritance Jesus received from the Father—and discover what true fellowship with the Spirit really means.

    31 min
  6. 6. Aligning With The Power

    11/27/2025

    6. Aligning With The Power

    Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com Aligning With The Power We already have all the power of God within us—because the Holy Spirit is in us! Think about that for a moment: the very power that created the heavens, the earth, every living creature, and the entire human race resides in every believer. We never have to beg God for special anointings or plead for His power to come upon us. We have the power! All we need to do is align with the Holy Spirit, i.e., the Spirit of power and might! According to Scripture, when we are born again, the Holy Spirit—with all His power—comes in us. Then, according to Jesus’ promise (Acts 1:5-8), when the Holy Spirit comes upon us, He manifests that power through us to touch the world. The result of the Spirit working in us and through us is that we become witnesses. Most of us first think of witnessing as telling others about Jesus—and that is certainly part of it—but it’s not the whole picture. Biblically, a witness is someone with personal knowledge or experience. In a court of law, you cannot be a witness by repeating something you heard. Hearsay cannot be entered into evidence! Likewise, a persuasive witness about Jesus is based on what we have experienced, not what we have read or heard from others! Every year, dozens—if not hundreds—of people ask me how they can be more effective at ministering to their families, friends, and loved ones. The greatest obstacle they face is this: they see witnessing as something they do rather than something they are. They assume they must learn how to minister when, in reality, a witness is not called to repeat what they’ve learned. That would be hearsay. A witness testifies to what they have personally experienced! This doesn’t take training; it takes life experience. The Holy Spirit is both with you and in you, enabling you to experience the resurrected power of the Lord Jesus. And when I say “experience,” I mean walking in every promise God has ever made (2 Cor. 1:20), healing, deliverance, miracles—every expression of God’s power. This isn’t something we have to get; it is something we have already been given. It’s yours because that power is already in you through the Holy Spirit! That truth alone qualifies you as a witness. You can now testify that Jesus is Lord, Savior, Deliverer, Healer, and more! You will influence your world simply by being who you are in Christ, living from what you have experienced with Him, and sharing your testimony of God’s power at work in your life. In personal ministry, I get more people healed, saved, and delivered by testifying, i.e., telling stories about what God is doing for me! Join me this week and discover this incredible paradigm shift of power. Let’s put an end to striving, straining, and attempting to persuade God to give you what you already have. The Holy Spirit was already sent to bring all of this into your life. Now, all you must do is align your heart with what He has already done—and you will begin to experience what has been freely given. Join me this week in CyberChurch as we dive into The Secret of Aligning With The Power.

    28 min
  7. 5. The Spirit Of Grace

    11/20/2025

    5. The Spirit Of Grace

    Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com Experiencing the Spirit of Grace Over the last fifty years, there has been a remarkable resurgence in preaching and teaching about God’s grace. Sadly, like so many biblical doctrines, grace has often become something people talk about—but seldom experience. I’ve witnessed some of the most irrational arguments over subtle doctrinal points about grace. Ironically, the behavior of those arguing usually reveals that, while they may have the right information about grace, they are not living in the power of grace! Rarely do we hear people talk about how grace is actively transforming their lives—making them more stable in their walk with God, bolder in sharing their faith, more loving, kind, and patient. What’s even more troubling is that, for many, the message of grace has not softened their hearts—it has hardened them. Instead of becoming more compassionate and understanding, they’ve become more critical and less patient with those who do not embrace their doctrinal position. We are all given the gift of God’s grace when we are born again, but that doesn’t mean we’ve truly received it—that is, taken hold of it by faith. Until we do, grace remains only a doctrine we can discuss, not a power that changes our lives! Grace is one of the great distinctions between the Old and New Covenants. The Old Covenant describes righteousness, love, ethics, and morality—but it didn’t give us the power to live them. But the grace of God makes us able! It is the power, strength, capacity, and ability that works from our hearts! The Holy Spirit is called the Spirit of Grace, revealing that grace is more than an impersonal power. It is a manifestation of the person and power of the Holy Spirit! The Holy Spirit is not only our Counselor and Teacher—He is our strength. He manifests Himself within us, empowering us to live, function, and walk fully in the life of God. Join me this week as we move beyond mere discussion—into the living, transforming power of God’s grace! The Kingdom of God is not in word, but in power (1 Cor 4:20). If we only talk about grace but are not experiencing the power of grace, it is mere doctrine, not life!!

    28 min
  8. 4. The Great Teacher

    11/13/2025

    4. The Great Teacher

    Click here for more on this topic and other free resources - https://www.drjimrichards.com If someone who was already incredibly successful in the very thing you dream of doing offered to mentor you for free, would you accept? Most of us would immediately say, “Of course I would!” But what if they asked you to commit just two hours a day to learning, growing, and applying what they taught? Suddenly, many would hesitate. Excuses would appear: “I’m too tired after work,” “I don’t have time,” “Maybe later…” I once knew a man who came to the United States with nothing. He got a job at a convenience store and, instead of renting an apartment, slept in the restroom to save every penny. His coworkers didn’t understand. Some even laughed. But he wasn’t living for the moment — he was living for a vision. In time, the owner promoted him to manager. Still, he didn’t change his habits. He continued to save. Eventually, he saved enough to buy that store. Then another. Then another. Before long, he owned a chain of stores and created the life others only talked about wanting. He understood something powerful: Pleasure can wait — dreams cannot. He learned from others, he listened, he applied, and he refused to let comfort steal his destiny. Now here is the incredible truth: God has already given us the ultimate manual for a fulfilled, successful, and meaningful life. And not only that — He has given us the Holy Spirit as our personal mentor, guide, and teacher. Right now — not someday, not later, but in this very moment — you have access to wisdom, strength, insight, and power far beyond anything you have ever imagined. This week, I want to help you discover the role of the Holy Spirit as the Great Teacher — the One who will lead us, step by step, into the life God designed for us. If you’ve ever felt like your breakthrough was close but just out of reach…If you’ve ever known there was more to life than what you’re experiencing today...If you’ve ever longed for clarity, direction, or confidence… Then this message is for you. Join me in this week’s CyberChurch episode, The Holy Spirit: The Great Teacher, and let’s take the next step together toward the life you were created to live.

    28 min
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    Dr. Jim Richards
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    2016 - 2026
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