The apostle Paul heads off to Jerusalem with Barnabas and Titus to solve a first century question that has the potential to divide the young church forever. It's a big deal. The very truth of the Gospel of Jesus Christ is at stake and it must be dealt with. The unity of the church must be preserved. Listen as we discover how relevant this is for the church and our world today!
Galatians: A Testimony of God's Good Grace 1:13-24, January 22, 2017
The apostle Paul was a man humbled by God's good grace. His dramatic about face from a life dedicated to religious self-righteousness and destroying the church is one of the greatest testimonies of God's grace. The gospel comes alive as he shares his testimony in this passage.
Galatians: No Other Gospel! 1:6-12, January 15, 2017
The apostle Paul dives right in to his letter without his usual kind salutations with the words, "I am astonished!" He's not only angry at the false teachers who have come into the churches in Galatia, he's very disappointed with the Christians in the churches. Listen as we learn why the apostle was so concerned.
Galatians: Whose Word Will You Trust? 1:1-5, January 8, 2017
Galatians is likely the first New Testament letter ever written. The apostle Paul writes this letter with his own hand, a sign of how urgently he feels the churches in Galatia need to hear from him. There's a problem. Its a very big problem. One that could derail the true Gospel of Jesus Christ possibly forever. Join us as we begin this new series into The Pursuit of Liberty!
Resolution 2017 • Matthew 28:18-20, January 1, 2017
Listen as pastor Glenn takes a Look Back on 2016 with a short report on what we have seen the Lord do through as a church and then as we Dream Forward into 2017 following our Lord's call for us to Go and Make Disciples.
Home For Christmas • Whose Son Is This? Matthew 1:18-25, Dec. 18, 2016
Matthew introduces us to Joseph, the man who would be the adoptive father of Jesus. At first the news that his fiancé Mary is with child comes as big and unwelcome surprise. What he learns about this child and the role he is asked to play in his life, changes everything.
Home For Christmas • Hear Ye, Hear Ye, Read All About It, Matthew 1:1-18, Dec. 11, 2016
Matthew opens his gospel with a lengthly genealogy leading to the birth of Jesus. At first blush one might wonder what the generation after generation record of Jesus' family tree has to do with his birth. Listen as we discover the good news that this genealogy brings.
Home For Christmas • Part 1, Gen. 1-3, John 1:1-14, Dec. 4, 2016
As we begin our Annual Advent message series tis year entitled—Home For Christmas, we ask the important question, Where's Home? Listen as we discover why we all have this internal beacon for a place we call home. NOTE—We apologize that the audio quality is poor on this podcast.
Destiny: A Life Lived On Purpose, Genesis 45:1-15, Nov. 27, 2016
As we conclude the story of Joseph and the Destiny series we discover the man God had destined Joseph to become. He has become a man of great character, a man who believes God has a divine plan for his life, is always with him and a man who has a life on purpose. Listen as we learn some great lessons for the plans and destiny God has for each one of us.
Destiny: The Forgiveness Test • Genesis 42, Nov. 20, 2016
Its a few years into the famine and the story returns to Joseph's family, Jacob his father and his 11 brothers. God, in his providence, has taken Joseph to Egypt and now he will begin the process of bringing his family to Egypt and the redemption, reconciliation and restoration of this family!
Destiny: The Power to Rule Test, Genesis 41, Nov. 13, 2016
In an instant, Joseph went from the pits of prison and after two whole years he is face to face with the most powerful man in the world—Pharaoh! Once again, Joseph will be called upon to interpret dreams and this time he will be put to his biggest test ever!
Destiny: The Ultimate Test in Life • Perseverance, Gen. 39:13—40:23, Nov. 6, 2016
After successfully passing two tests of his ability to steward his masters home and his own body, Joseph could well have expected the Lord to promote him to his next assignment. And by promote we mean, upward to a more prominent position. God had something else in mind. A test that is truly the Ultimate Test in Life, a test of Perseverance.
Destiny: From Pit to Penthouse Part II • The Flesh Test, Genesis 39:6b-12, October 30, 2016
As Joseph continues his service in Potiphar's home he is tested in a way that most young men could not resist. Listen as we discover the keys to passing The Flesh Test!
Destiny: From Pit to Penthouse Part 1 • Genesis 39:1-6a, October 29, 2016
Joseph arrives in Egypt and he is immediately employed in the service of Potiphar, captain of the guard in Pharaoh's kingdom. Joseph quickly rises to a position of prominence in Potiphar's home. Listen as we discover the key to how Joseph passed The Stewardship Test and how we can too!
Authentic Christian Community, Various Scripture, October 16, 2016
Pastor Barclay Mayo visits The Rock once again to encourage us on how to live in an authentic and loving Christian community.
Just Kill Me, 1 Kings 1:1-19, October 9, 2016 - Pastor Jeff Bucknam
Jeff Bucknam, Lead Pastor at Northview Community Church in Abbotsford, BC, is our Guest Speaker. Listen as he brings a challenging and encouraging message from 1 Kings 1:1-19!
Destiny: When Life's The Pits! Genesis 37:12-36, October 2, 2016
In this week's message we find Joseph being sent by his father to check on the welfare of his brothers and the flock. Things go from bad to worse for young Joseph when he reaches his brother wearing his famous or infamous in his brother's view, many coloured coat.
Destiny: Are You Dreaming? Genesis 37:1-11, September 25, 2016
In this message we begin our study of the life Joseph. Today we meet a 17 year old boy from a rather dysfunctional family and a doting father who gets two, not one dream from God. The dreams cause his brothers who already weren't fond of him to hate him. Listen as we discover how God tests Joseph and all of us to help prepare us for the destiny he has for us.
Destiny: Introduction to the Series, September 18, 2016
We all have great hopes and dreams for our lives. But have you ever considered the possibility of your Destiny? Join us as we consider the plans that God has for us and discover his sovereign will for all humankind. Join us a we follow the life of Joseph, the 17 year old boy who was given great dreams by God and the journey that God took him on to his ultimate Destiny!
1 John: Turning Burdens Into Blessings, 1 John 5:1-5, September 11, 2016
The apostle John concludes his letter to the churches by showing them how to love God. He's already told us that God is love and as children of his we ought to love one another, but now he turns it all around and asks, "How ought we love God?" The answer might surprise many Christians today!