Rivers Kyalami
Welcome to the Rivers Kyalami podcast with Ps Adi Olivier. We hope you’re blessed and encouraged by these messages.
The Unmatched Name of Jesus
The name of Jesus isn’t just a closing phrase to our prayers—it carries the full weight of His identity. When we truly understand that, it transforms not only how we speak His name but also how we live our lives. In this episode, Ps Adi unpacks the power of the name of Jesus and how that revelation can change everything.
Dangerous Things: The Danger of Delay
Delay is one of the greatest threats to our spiritual growth. In this episode, Ps Adi continues the 'Dangerous Things' series by exploring the danger of delay and how it can hinder our spiritual journey.
The Great Faith of Jesus - Part 2 (Resurrection Sunday)
Jesus was raised to life through faith—and because of His resurrection, we too can experience new life. In this episode, Ps Adi continues our Easter theme, "The Great Faith of Jesus," reminding us that His resurrection wasn’t just a miracle, but a victory of faith that empowers us to live in triumph every day.
The Great Faith of Jesus - Part 1 (Good Friday)
For the joy set before Him, Jesus endured the cross in faith—so that we could live in true freedom. This Easter, we explored the theme "The Great Faith of Jesus." In this episode, Ps Adi unpacks the depth of Jesus’ faith and how He faced the cross, not just with sacrifice, but with great faith, in order to bring us life and liberty.
Dangerous Things: The Danger of The Crowd
The crowd is often unpredictable and easily swayed—which is why following it can be so dangerous. In this episode, Ps Adi unpacks the risks of going along with the crowd and challenges us to resist its pull, choosing instead to follow Jesus.
Dangerous Things: The Danger of The Middle
Living in the middle spiritually is a dangerous place to be—it often leads to lukewarm Christianity. In this episode, Ps Adi unpacks the risks of staying in that spiritual middle ground and shares practical insights on how we can break free from it and live fully committed in our faith.
Dangerous Things: The Danger of Familiarity
One of the biggest obstacles to our spiritual growth isn’t open rebellion—it’s familiarity. In this episode, Ps Adi explores the dangers of becoming too familiar with the things of God and shares how we can guard against it.
Making Sense of Our Suffering
"Why is this happening to me?"—a question we often ask when we experience pain and suffering. In this episode, Ps Adi explores the reality of suffering, why it exists, how God uses it and how we can deal with it in our lives.
Overcoming the Pain of Rejection
The pain of rejection can leave deep wounds that can shape our identity and have life-long implications. In this episode, Ps Adi explores how looking to Jesus as our example for dealing with rejection can help us heal from past wounds and step into the fullness of God's plan for our lives.
Avoiding An Ocean of Thirst
Water, water everywhere, but not a drop to drink. In this episode, Ps Adi explores how the culture around us falls short in fulfilling our deepest spiritual needs. While we may be immersed in it, only Jesus can truly satisfy our souls.
Great Faith - Part 3
Real faith doesn’t seek alternatives—it stands firmly on the truth of God’s Word. In this episode, Ps Adi continues to explore the characteristics of ‘Great Faith’ reminding us that to withstand the enemy’s temptations, we must utilse the full armour of God.
Great Faith - Part 2
Real faith doesn’t seek alternatives—it stands firmly on the truth of God’s Word. In this episode, Ps Adi continues to explore the characteristics of ‘Great Faith’ from the story of the woman who approached Jesus with 'Great Faith'.
Great Faith - Part 1
Real faith doesn’t seek alternatives—it stands firmly on the truth of God’s Word. In this episode, Ps Adi explores the characteristics of ‘Great Faith’ and reveals how true faith doesn’t rely on our own efforts but on the One in whom we place our trust.
The Power and Purpose of Prayer
The power of prayer isn’t in the one who says it—it’s in the one who hears it. In this episode Ps Adi unpacks what prayer is and what prayer does, and how essential it is to the Christian life.
Don't Forget To Dream
Don’t forget your dream! In this episode, Ps. Adi reminds us that the dreams God places in our hearts are significant and part of His purpose for our lives. Too often, we let those dreams fade, but God’s power to work through us goes far beyond what we can imagine. It’s time to reclaim your dream and trust Him to bring it to life!
It's About Time
Time is a precious gift from God, and wasting it means wasting our very lives. In this episode, Ps Adi delves into the factors that steal our time and shares practical insights on how to use our time wisely. He reminds us that time is our most valuable resource and teaches us how to make the most of our time in 2025.
Offloading our Excess Baggage
If we want God to lead us to our next destination, we must first let go of the excess baggage holding us back. In this episode, Ps Adi draws truths from scripture to help us understand how we can travel light in the new year. It's time to unpack the burdens we carry and step into the MORE that God has planned for us.
I AM: The Way, The Truth and The Life
Although many have questioned who Jesus really is, we don’t get to decide that, only Jesus can tell us who He is, which He does in part through 7 powerful statements found in the Book of John. In this series we unpack all 7 of the 'I AM' statements as we gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' divine nature and his mission on earth to understand what that means for our lives today.
I AM: The Resurrection and the Life
Although many have questioned who Jesus really is, we don’t get to decide that, only Jesus can tell us who He is, which He does in part through 7 powerful statements found in the Book of John. In this series we unpack all 7 of the 'I AM' statements as we gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' divine nature and his mission on earth to understand what that means for our lives today.
Christmas &More
I AM: The Good Shepherd
Although many have questioned who Jesus really is, we don’t get to decide that, only Jesus can tell us who He is, which He does in part through 7 powerful statements found in the Book of John. In this series we unpack all 7 of the 'I AM' statements as we gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' divine nature and his mission on earth to understand what that means for our lives today.
I AM: The Door
Although many have questioned who Jesus really is, we don’t get to decide that, only Jesus can tell us who He is, which He does in part through 7 powerful statements found in the Book of John. In this series we unpack all 7 of the 'I AM' statements as we gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' divine nature and his mission on earth to understand what that means for our lives today.
I AM: The True Vine
Although many have questioned who Jesus really is, we don’t get to decide that, only Jesus can tell us who He is, which He does in part through 7 powerful statements found in the Book of John. In this series we unpack all 7 of the 'I AM' statements as we gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' divine nature and his mission on earth to understand what that means for our lives today.
I AM: The Light of the World
Although many have questioned who Jesus really is, we don’t get to decide that, only Jesus can tell us who He is, which He does in part through 7 powerful statements found in the Book of John. In this series we unpack all 7 of the 'I AM' statements as we gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' divine nature and his mission on earth to understand what that means for our lives today.
I AM: The Bread of Life
Although many have questioned who Jesus really is, we don’t get to decide that, only Jesus can tell us who He is, which He does in part through 7 powerful statements found in the Book of John. In this series we unpack all 7 of the 'I AM' statements as we gain a deeper understanding of Jesus' divine nature and his mission on earth to understand what that means for our lives today.
Hope That Fights
No matter where you find yourself today, God desires for you to live in victory once again—but staying in the fight is key. In this episode, Ps Adi delves into Nehemiah chapter 4, revealing powerful truths about how, as Christians, we are called to rise and keep fighting for the future God has for us.
No Use-by Date
It doesn't matter when you start, it matters that you start. In this episode, Ps Adi explores the truth that it’s never too late for God to work through you. Whatever stage of life you’re in, you hold purpose, and it’s never too late to begin anew and be used by God.
Overcoming A Poverty Mentality
When we live with a poverty mentality, if God blesses us, He won’t be able to get blessing through us. In this episode, Ps Adi addresses common misconceptions about finances and shows us how to break free from a poverty mentality, in order to embrace a Kingdom mentality.
Developing Greater Expectation
What you expect from God and from life often shapes your experiences. In this episode, Ps Adi shares insights from the story of the lame man in Acts 3, showing us how our level of expectation can influence what we receive in life. It's time to raise our expectations and believe God for MORE!
Living In The Right Season
Life moves through different seasons, each with a purpose. In this episode, Ps Adi draws wisdom from the book of Ecclesiastes to explore how seasons are part of God's intentional design. He emphasises the importance of recognising the season we're in, as understanding and embracing it is key to navigating it successfully.
Make It Work!
Don't just focus on what your work IS, focus on what your work DOES. In this episode, Ps Adi uses the story of Joseph to delve into our perception of work, and how if we shift the way we see our work we can make it work for us.
Home Improvement (Bonus)
In this bonus message in the series, Ps Adi speaks about cultivating healthy relationships in every sphere of life.
Home Improvement - Part 3
The home is the foundation of society. If the home is weak, society will be weak, but it’s never too late to improve your home life! In the 3rd and final message of the series Ps Adi tackles overcoming incompatibility in relationships.
Home Improvement - Part 2
The home is the foundation of society. If the home is weak, society will be weak, but it’s never too late to improve your home life! In Part 2, Ps Adi shares keys to building a strong family from Psalm 127.
Home Improvement - Part 1
The home is the foundation of society. If the home is weak, society will be weak, but it’s never too late to improve your home life! In Part 1, Ps Adi shares around how to build a happy home.