Rock Of Grace

In this episode, we talk about what it means to develop a consistent prayer life - the greatest joy and opportunity for any believer.  #FollowJesusTogether  Search that hashtag on Facebook or Instagram to find stories of people following Jesus and growing in genuine community. 

I felt God ask me to change my message and just read a few passages that talk about Jesus wanting a people unto Himself - a bride unto Himself. Worship with us today and let's fall in love with Jesus, our Bridegroom!  Plan Your Visit 

A fundamental element of following Jesus is this idea of "waiting on the Lord" and it's all about trust.  Want to visit our church? Plan Your Visit 

Many believers miss out on the manifest (revealed in great ways) presence of Jesus because they refuse to live in grace. Instead they hold on to offenses and just go to a new church every few years. Don't leave the tribe God's given you because one person offended you. Instead, learn to forgive and in doing so become more like Jesus. When you do you'll be glad you did! JESUS enters the room when GRACE is given! Satan is the "accuser of the brethren" Jesus is the grace giver. Who are you becoming like? 

I wonder how often we miss out on the manifest presence of God because we've avoided unity by being unwilling to forgive - unwilling to have the hard conversations when someone has offended us. Jesus promises THERE I AM in the midst of us when we are together in unity; but unity is only possible with humility. Long lasting friendships are only possible when you're living through the lens of grace - being willing to be understanding and forgiving. Let's learn to forgive, be gracious and be in unity and when we do THERE the Lord commands His blessing forevermore!

What happens when we die? Why is it important to think about eternity and what many call "the after-life" and how do we know if we're going to Heaven?  #FollowJesusTogether  RockofGrace.org  Download Full Sermon Notes Here 

Questions For God, that's the series we're in and we're tackling some of life's biggest questions - the ones that are hard to answer on this side of eternity. We're glad you're with us! Join us in person this coming week and plan your visit at www.RockofGrace.org  #FollowJesusTogether  Full Sermon Script for your review or Group Study

God's will can, at times, seem mysterious. But what does God's Word say about it? Let's dive in!  Want to learn more about our church or plan your visit?  Plan Your Visit  Upcoming Events 

Are you contending for your faith? What "chair" are you in? Is your faith YOURS or are you content with watching someone else experience God?  Give.RockofGrace.org  Groups.RockofGrace.org 

What does grace really do in our lives?  This week we discover the POWER of grace and the goodness of God towards us, sinners in need of mercy! 

When we give cheerfully, we extend the grace we've received.  When we give faithfully, we extend the grace we've received.  When we give spontaneously, we extend the grace we've received.  Give.RockofGrace.org is the best place to set up automated donations to help us continue our mission of leading people to follow Jesus together. We do that through worship services, life groups & church planting. 

What about Spiritual gifts? Are they important? Why does the Bible teach about them and what does it say?  Some of your greatest joy in life comes from two things: 1. Your relationship with Jesus and 2. Using your gifts to serve others.  www.RockofGrace.org Find a campus near you! 

Where do we see the Holy Spirit at work in the Old Testament and what does that teach us regarding our experience in 2022.  Key Takeaways:  Holy Spirit is the 3rd Person of the Trinity  He's the voice of God on the earth who does 4 things: EVOKES a response of worship to Jesus, ENABLES righteous living, EMPOWERS believers to tell people about Jesus (evangelize) EDUCATES us concerning God's perfect will for our lives (through prophecy, prayer, etc)  Trying to live the Christian life without the Holy Spirit is like trying to drive a car with no engine. Invite Him to work in you TODAY! www.FollowJesusTogether.com to find a GROUP near you!  Christmas at Rock of Grace is going to be special! Join us for An Unexpected Christmas this December! 

Do you desire to see God move in the lives of other people? Let's let the Holy Spirit put that desire in us today! Let's value His presence like never before.  Guest Speaker: Jason Jablonski 

Is it possible to find ourselves in the story of Jonah? You might not think so at first glance; but maybe we have more in common with him than you think.  www.RockofGrace.org 

When we're honest, grace can do it's work.  In our My Story series we peel back the curtain and let God into the darkest times of our lives. When we share when and how God brought healing, it gives hope to others. Truly, we overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony!  Sarah Zahorensky | Anxiety turned to Peace  Jessica Johnson | Guilt, Shame & Grief turned to Joy & Purpose  Bill List | Alcoholism turned to Freedom  Tim Neuschler | Fear & Anger turned to Joy & True Identity  www.RockofGrace.org 

Your story matters! Your story, if told, can inspire faith for someone else to believe in God and find salvation!  Today, we hear from friends of mine Destiny and Nolan, how they first learned the power of sharing their faith and how that changed THEIR story of faith.  Then we look into the life of Simon Peter who had to give up his security, income and identity in order to follow Jesus into the unknown. We might have to also. Then we look at a remarkable story fo a widow for whom God miraculously supplied. God wants invited into our situation and we don't have to wait until we're desperate. But once we are desperate, often that is when we finally cry out to God and ask for help. He is THERE ready to show His love and power!  Give.RockofGrace.org  FollowJesusTogether.com 

In week 1 of our My Story series, we talk about the importance of letting grace do it's work by being honest with God. If we're not honest and open about how we feel and what our sins are, we are inhibiting God from doing His work. The lie of shame wants you and your story hidden. The power of grace is in the telling of your testimony - what Jesus forgave you of - how He changed you! There's POWER in your story!

What would it look like if we prayed like Jesus taught us to?  RockofGrace.org 

The power of forgiveness and the grace we’re meant to live in!