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Don’t Be Selfish by admin

Unintentionally, I think that COVID quarantining has produced an unwanted side effect. Increased selfishness. Now, hear me out. I realize that many positives and saved lives came from this necessary, safeguarding step. However, I have to admit that in this “almost” post-COVID period, it seems all too easy for me to be selfish.

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Tags: community, covid-19, selfishness, small groups, Steve McInroy, the rock church

Spiritual Wealth by admin

“Yes, a person is a fool to store up earthly wealth but not have a rich relationship with God.” — Luke 12:21

Through the years, I’ve never had a lot of wealth. It never really bothered me because I had enough money for burritos, and enough to take my wife on modest dates. I didn’t care all that much that we didn’t have “two nickels to rub together” to make our lives what they were. There was a sweetness in not having a lot of money.

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Tags: Heaven, joy, money, Steele Croswhite, the rock church, wealth

Prepare for Suffering by admin

“Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.” — Revelation 2:10

Last year, at a pastor’s conference, we watched the Tortured for Christ movie. This powerful film told the story of pastor Richard Wurmbrand (1909-2001). He was a Romanian pastor who endured 14 years of Communist imprisonment and suffering for his faith. The torture scenes made the movie difficult to watch. However, his courage and example were astonishing.

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Tags: Josh Whitney, memorzation, preparing, Richard Wurmbrand, suffering, the rock church

Mask Mandate Ending in Utah and TRC’s Plans by The Rock Church

Hi, Rock Church ~~ We had an amazing Easter celebration last weekend! All three services were full, there were 17 salvations, 20 baptisms and tons of new people! Celebrating the Resurrection of Jesus together was an incredible blessing. 

I have a quick COVID update for you. As you may know, Governor Cox (and the Utah State Legislature) recently passed a bill that will eliminate any mask requirements in the state of Utah (as of April 10, 2021). 

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Tags: Bill Young, coronavirus, covid, covid-19, mask, mask mandate, masks, state of utah, the rock, the rock church, trc, Utah

Lives are Different by admin

“Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” — 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NIV)

Can you believe it? Winter is over and spring is already upon us! It seems as if this time of year brings new and exciting opportunities for us to labor hard for Jesus (and for me to start preparing my garden).

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Tags: baptism, Bill Young, Easter, gospel, Mission, Resurrection, the rock church

Long Shot by admin

When my co-worker asked me if I’d be interested in helping him with electrical work for a church remodel, my first thought was that it was a long shot. Why? Because the church was in Hawaii! My co-worker (who is also a Christian) is good friends with the pastor of the Hawaiian church. 

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Tags: 1 peter, billy johnson, gift, hawaii, serving, the rock church

Online Services Only This Weekend (March 27 & 28) by The Rock Church

Important COVID Update

Attention Rock Church Family,

With the goal of keeping you informed, we wanted to notify you that yesterday (March 25), we became aware of six people who have tested positive for COVID-19. They were in attendance at church on Saturday, March 20. At the time of that church service, these individuals were not showing any symptoms of infection. They all wore masks during the service, when they were unable to social distance.

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Tags: announcements, Bill Young, coronavirus, covid, covid-19, News, the rock church, trc, Young

S.O.A.P. by admin

Lately, I have had a real boost in my quiet times and it’s because I have been using S.O.A.P. Not the soap you use to wash with, however. It’s a Bible study plan — let me explain. 

S. – Scripture

O. – Observation

A. – Application

P. – Prayer

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Tags: Bible Study, Bill Young, SOAP, Steele Croswhite, the rock church

Show Me the Right Path by Tony D'Amico

Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you. — Psalm 25:4-5

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Tags: decisions, Prayer, the rock church, tony damico, trust the Lord

Jesus is Alive — Easter 2021 by The Rock Church

“When they found the stone rolled away from the entrance, they went in. But they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus… Suddenly two men in shining white clothes stood beside them… the men said, ‘Why are you looking in the place of the dead for someone who is alive? Jesus isn’t here! He has been raised from death.'” — Luke 24:2-6

For Christians, Easter is the most significant event and celebration of the year. It’s both an amazing and remarkable part of our world’s history. People will gather together around the world to celebrate His death and resurrection — Jesus is Alive!

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Tags: Draper, Easter, Easter Series, Easter Service, jesus, jesus is alive, the rock church, trc, Utah