Rocky Messages

We delve into the values that moved Jesus to change lives, focusing on "FOR THE ONE" from Luke 15. Reflecting on Matthew 9:35-38, we learn about authentic Christian compassion, involving seeing, feeling, and doing. Our mission is to "Know Jesus and Love Like Him," stepping into the chaos to extend love and grace. Reflect on who God is calling you to see and the actions He's...

Today we dive into the fascinating story of Jesus as an exceptional small group leader and how he brought together an unlikely crew of disciples. From fishermen to tax collectors and doubters, they formed a unique community. Discover how Jesus faced challenges, scattered but gathered his disciples, and prepared them for a world-changing mission. We explore the value of genuine community, breaking...

Join us for an inspiring exploration of a powerful biblical story from 1 Samuel 25. In this captivating speech, we delve into the lives of Abigail, David, and Nabal, drawing lessons that resonate with us even today. Discover how responding with kindness, generosity, and humility can transform our relationships and make us more like Jesus. Learn the importance of returning good for evil and find ou...

In God's Kingdom, everyone plays a crucial role equipped with talents. David's anointing as king at a young age demonstrates this truth. Like David, we have a purpose. Challenges like Goliath reveal our commitment to our roles. The enemy attacks our identity, but with God's strength, we can prevail. Finding our roles involves identifying passions, listening to affirmations, and drawing...

In this study on David's life, we uncover key lessons from pivotal moments. Saul, Israel's wavering king, tries to eliminate David, the future anointed king. David's strong sense of identity as God's chosen future ruler is evident. In another episode, David encounters a sleeping Saul. Though urged to harm him, David refrains, aware that God is in charge of rulership. This emphasize...

The sermon explores the story of Mephibosheth, illustrating the profound grace and love shown by King David despite Mephibosheth's background of loss, insignificance, and disability. The message highlights the transformative power of grace, challenging self-righteousness and reminding us that our standing with God is not based on our achievements but on the love and grace of Christ. The call t...

The significance of truth and grace in relationships is highlighted through the story of David and Nathan. Emphasizing the importance of both giving and receiving truth with grace, this explores the transformative power of truth when confronted with humility, as seen in David's repentance. This draws parallels to Jesus, who embodies truth and grace fully, offering salvation and freedom to thos...

When faced with God's "NO," we should seek support from trusted friends, continue to turn to God in prayer, and not give up but step up in faith, as sometimes God's best is on the other side of His "NO." We can find comfort and strength in the midst of God's apparent denials, trusting that He is always working for our good and has something better in store for us.

In today's culture of instant gratification, waiting can be challenging, leading to feelings of anxiety. Companies capitalize on this by offering fast services, but prayer doesn't always work at the same speed. Patience is a spiritual superpower and a fundamental element of our relationship with God. Zechariah and Elizabeth, a devoted couple who had been praying for a child, experienced Go...

When it comes to prayer, many struggle with feeling worthy of God's love and attention. However, self-worth should not be dependent on achievements or external factors. Recognizing the difference between self-worth and self-confidence is crucial. God's love for us is not based on our worthiness but on His unconditional love. Understanding this transforms the way we approach prayer. We are...

If you could ask Jesus to teach you one thing, what would it be? The disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray because they recognized its power in His ministry. Prayer is a universal practice, yet knowing what to say doesn't come naturally. Jesus taught his disciples the principles of effective prayer: acknowledging God as our Father, focusing on His agenda rather than our own, asking f...

Why do we pray? Often, it's to ask God for what we need or in desperation. However, our prayers don't always get answered as we hope, leading to doubts. Jesus taught a different approach to prayer—private, sincere, and simple. He emphasized that God knows our needs already, prompting the question of why we should pray. Prayer's purpose is to align with God's will and surrender our...

Paul passionately promotes a relief offering for the churches in Judea, particularly Jerusalem, aiming to unite Jewish and Gentile believers. He emphasizes the principles of generosity: giving as an act of worship, intentional and repetitive giving, individual participation, proportional giving according to income, and protecting the integrity of the giving process. The Macedonian churches' de...

The gift of speaking in tongues is a topic that has stirred controversy within the church, but its origin story is deeply intertwined with the early days of Christianity. In the Corinthian church, which faced various issues including division and confusion over spiritual gifts, the Apostle Paul addresses the misuse of speaking in tongues. While the gift itself is a personal language of prayer give...

Paul, the author of Corinthians, served as a Sex Ed teacher for the church in Corinth, urging them to live according to Christian teachings. Sex is a gift from God but must be used within the boundaries of marriage. Sex goes beyond the physical, emphasizing the unity and permanence it creates. The misuse of this gift can lead to destruction, which is why Paul advises believers to flee from sexual...

Drawing inspiration from the Corinthian church, this sermon highlights the importance of remembering Jesus' sacrifice, unity within the church, and selfless service. By examining the Corinthians' forgetfulness and division, we are reminded to prioritize communion with reverence and gratitude, breaking down barriers and embracing the calling to love and serve like Jesus. Through a deeper un...

From the vibrant city of Corinth to the challenges faced by the modern church, the book of First Corinthians unveils a timeless truth: growing older isn't the same as growing up.  In a world filled with divisions and personal preferences, Paul's powerful message to the early church urges believers to shed immaturity and embrace a mature faith.  By viewing life through the lens of the Gospe...

By wielding the sword of the Spirit, believers are encouraged to study, understand, and apply God's Word in their lives. It serves as a source of guidance, truth, discernment, and spiritual strength. Just as a physical sword is used in battle, the metaphorical sword of the Spirit enables Christians to defend themselves against spiritual attacks and engage in the spiritual battle they may face....

The shield of faith is the fourth piece of armor that protects us from the distractions of our enemy. It is described in Ephesians 6:14-16 as a large rectangular shield made of wood, covered in leather and lined with metal, which was used by Roman soldiers in battles. Christians should take up the shield of faith as it is both their protection and badge of honor in their spiritual battle. Faith is...

How you respond to people who disagree with you, who hurt you, who hate you, who say mean things against you, how you respond to those people matters to God. If you are going to be a Peacemaker, then you are going to have to listen to understand how somebody could see it differently than you. Peacemakers have the ability to hold two perspectives in tension and CARE about the other person's vie...

What does it take to be a righteous person? It means that they are in right standing with God’s character. What does it mean that God is righteous? God always acts in a way that is consistent with his own character. Do you understand what Jesus did for you? On the cross, Jesus exchanged your sin for His righteousness so that we can one day stand before God as innocent. Have you traded your sin for...

You need to wrap truth around your waist, because if you have truth right, everything in your life will stabilize no matter how hard the fight is.  When we as Christians don't wear the Belt of Truth, our spiritual lives can become uncomfortable and ineffective. We begin to feel lost, confused, or even deceived.  But when we wear the Belt of Truth, everything falls into place. We're able to...

There's a lot of Christian Streakers running around wearing the helmet of salvation and nothing else, that Satan is looking to take out. The reason so many Spiritual Streakers get taken out is because they don’t believe there is an enemy! If we don’t armor up, if we run around spiritually naked, not realizing we have an enemy stalking us, then our marriages, families, reputations, joy, future,...

Everything big begins with a conversation: The Resurrection demands a conversation; if it really happened Jesus becomes the only credible answer. Easter gives an answer to something that has no plausible explanation.

Easter is a BIG conversation, and asks asks a BIG question: Did Jesus come back from the dead? The reason why you're here isn’t because Jesus said some cute things. It’s not because Jesus died on a cross. It’s because he came back from the dead, and people SAW it! The reason that we believe Jesus rose from the dead is because of their testimony. They saw Jesus die, and then they had a conversa...