Rocky Unscripted

Mitch and Nic provide an introduction to our 9-Part Series on Enneagram Subtypes. It can be confusing to wrap our minds around some of the vocabulary and the dynamics between types, instincts and ultimately, subtypes. However, if you're willing to do the work, diving into Enneagram instincts can help you understand yourself and others on new levels. This could be the launching point for you to...

Today is part 2 of a 2 part series on staff values at Rocky.  Mitch and Amanda discuss how we developed our last 3 of 6 values that have helped shape our staff culture.  In addition, we discuss the difference between types of values.  Core, aspirational, permission to play, and even accidental.  You don’t really want to have accidental values hint hint.  Hope you enjoy the show and find it helpful...

We have often talked about the "why" of our church and staff values. However, we have never gone step by step through the practical "what" of each one. In this week's episode, Amanda, Shan and Nic discuss the reasons why we have the staff values we have. This is a 2 part series where we break down values 1,2, and 3. In next week's Episode, we will tackled 4, 5, and 6.

Whenever you hear about spiritual warfare, angels and demons; it can be easy to brush off the conversation as taboo or even just silly. However, Shan, Nic and Matt talk about the reality of spiritual warfare in everyday life and how we can recognize it. More importantly, when we partner with and trust in God for every need, we have nothing to be afraid of.

Today Shan and Nic sit down with Steve Cuss, the author of the amazing book, Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs .  Steve comes with an incredible amount of experience as a former Hospital chaplain where he saw first hand the affects of acute trauma and helped guide families through their darkest days.  As you could imagine, Steve witnessed first hand how life experiences create and spre...

Shan shares of his family's battles with cancer and the reality of the unknown. How do you keep praying when prayer feels like a perpetual "groundhog day"; where each prayer reminds you of roads you've already travelled? How do you pray for and with your kids? How do you maintain faith while you face opposition? Amanda and Nic add insight from their own experiences as they discus...

Shan and Nic talk with Cindy Fiala about how values can change the culture of your work and home. They discuss practical things like the difference between missional statements and cultural values. Also, how can you tell if your organization has healthy or unhealthy conflict? The conversation moves beyond helping your organization thrive, it delves into how to bring health and peace to your famili...

This episode is #4 of a 4 part series based on a 4-week sermon series at Rocky Mountain Christian Church.  In this episode, Mitch walks through the practice of S.O.A.R.  and how it can take your past and lead you to a more healthy future.  Enjoy this enlightening exploration into the enneagram and path toward self-awareness. For More, Visit : Ennealeadershipcoaching.com To purchase...

This episode is #3 of a 4 part series based on a 4-week sermon series at Rocky Mountain Christian Church.  Each episode, Nic and Mitch will look at 3 different Enneagram numbers and how our past shapes our present.  However, through self-discovery, prayer, and healing, our past does not have to affect our future in the same ways.  Enjoy this enlightening exploration into the enneagr...

This episode is #2 of a 4 part series based on a 4-week sermon series at Rocky Mountain Christian Church.  Each episode, Nic and Mitch will look at 3 different Enneagram numbers and how our past shapes our present.  However, through self-discovery, prayer, and healing, our past does not have to affect our future in the same ways.  Enjoy this enlightening exploration into the enneagr...

This episode is 1 of a 4 part series based on a 4-week sermon series at Rocky Mountain Christian Church.  Each episode, Nic and Mitch will look at 3 different Enneagram numbers and how our past shapes our present.  However, through self-discovery, prayer, and healing, our past does not have to affect our future in the same ways.  Enjoy this enlightening exploration into the enneagra...

Starting next week, we are taking a deeper dive into how our past affects our future!  Make you join us for all 4 episodes that cover each enneagram personality type as well as a practical final episode on what steps to take.  

In today’s story of Grit we sit down with Jana Matthews, who is a long-time partner at Rocky. Jana has been a friend of Amanda’s for years, and has recently dealt with a series of overwhelming diagnoses that would often be too much for many of us. Her unique experience with illness, hardship, depression and ultimately renewed faith in God is why we want you to hear her story today. 

Every time we set a goal, there is potential for success and failure.  For many of us that are participating in the 52 Grit Challenge, we've probably experienced a little of both.  In reality, we face much more life-changing decisions that are influenced by previous successes, failures and regrets.  Today, we discuss the best ways to fail FORWARD into better decisions in the future....

Jack Nugent has had his ups and downs with owning and operating businesses.  Sometimes, he had to learn life's big lessons the hard way.  Jack tells stories of failing, of succeeding; of almost getting arrested for an illegal business he started in his teens, of avoiding fist fights in the pit when he raced Nascar, and of finding his soulmate, Karla.  There's almost no end to the st...

The biggest threat to developing Grit is discouragement.  Discouragement can come in many forms, but is often picked up when we receive criticism.  Unfortunately, the old adage of "everyone's a critic" is often true.  Matt, Shan, and Nic discuss personal times they have experienced criticism and how that affected previous decisions.  It is important to learn how to positively h...

Shan, Amanda and Nic discuss key principles from Rocky's current teaching series called Grit.  We believe we are capable of so much more than we realize because we haven't developed a greater sense of Grit in our lives.  That is the ability to choose hard things for a greater goal.  However, the fear churches often have is that we don't want to push ourselves into "self-help" strate...

Let's begin Rocky Unscripted 2023 the right way!  Shan, Matt, Amanda and Nic take time took look back at several highlights of 2022.  However, it's not just about listing facts and numbers; all of these highlights are personal.  Additionally, Shan shares insight into finding balance between being content and yearning for more.  Thank you for being faithful listeners and subscri...

Today Matt Cote and Nic Carver talk with Mike Sanford, the recent Head Football Coach at the University of Colorado. Mike has 17 years of experience coaching football in top Schools across the country. His resume is incredible and his experience leads to some great conversation. One thing that everyone realizes when they meet Mike is that he’s an incredible guy with lots of energy and positivity....

Everyone has experienced the challenges of the holidays.  Unmet expectations, illnesses, and family feuds are all realities that we face year after year.  However, there are things that we can do to avoid some of these traps and have a much healthier and happier holiday.  Amanda and Nic Carver talk about some of their own challenges they've faced, and how they have learned a few way...

Today, we talk with Mark Moore. Mark is a teaching pastor at Christ Church of the Vally in Arizona as well as a professor at Ozark Christian College as well as Wheaton in Chicago. Mark was actually a professor of Shan Moyers, our Lead pastor here at Rocky. On top of all of that, he is also a multi-book author including the Core 52 and Quest 52. Both are highly impactful books here at Rocky and I b...

When you read the Bible, you see a tension between God's Grace, and our good deeds.  Which one is most important?  In the last several Sunday Messages at Rocky, we have learned that grace cannot be achieved; it can only be received.  It is unearned and unmerited.  However, we have also heard the Apostle James say that faith without works is dead.  Can faith alone save us?...

We love the holidays!  However,  Thanksgiving and Christmas can bring lots of challenges along with all of the great times.  In preparation for that, we want to help give you some practical steps that we can all put into practice to help us THRIVE during this season. Today, we bring back Michael Behmer, the founder of Aspen mental health services.  He provides incredible insigh...

Today Nic and Mitch sit with Derek Voorhees to discuss reading the Bible.  Many people agree that we should read the Bible as part of our growth and understanding of God, however, it can be confusing to know where to begin, how to understand it, and how to stay engaged as we move forward in our faith.  Derek is the president of Boise Bible College and holds degrees from Ozark Christian C...

We are giving everyone a special sneak peek into Rocky Worship's third new single from their upcoming album "Where You Are."  The album won't be released until November 4th, so this first listen is a great way to get excited about what's ahead.  In addition, Nic invites Luke Hall and Dane Voorhees to discuss behind the scenes insight into the writing and producing of the songs.  We...