The Rock Church

Overcome Evil With Good

The idea of overcoming evil with good has been on my mind lately — I’d like to share some of my thoughts with you. You know, when someone affects you in a negative way, it’s easy to spin your attitude into payback mode. You want to show those who offended (or hurt) you, that you can do the same thing to them. The easy way to deal with your enemies (real or perceived) is to bash, abuse, sue and slander them. You want to avenge the evil they have inflicted on you. But, the Bible is clear that this isn’t the way…

Posted in A Word from the Pastor by Tony D'Amico

Calmed My Soul

“O Lord, my heart is not lifted up; my eyes are not raised too high; I do not occupy myself with things too great and too marvelous for me. But I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child is my soul within me. O Israel, hope in the Lord from this time forth and forevermore.” — Psalm 131:1

Is your life stressing you out right now? Is it the political situation? Maybe it’s the anxiety of paying your bills while preparing for the holidays? Maybe you worry about your work or the economy? Life has a way of causing us stress all of the time. Sickness, finances, holidays, family, and work can all add to our anxiety. When I read this Psalm the other day, however, I was encouraged.

(more…)

Posted in A Word from the Pastor by Matt Scribner

Suffering

“Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? ‘Father, save me from this hour’? But for this purpose I have come to this hour.” — John 12:27

These were Jesus’ words before He was betrayed and crucified. If anyone knows about suffering, it’s Jesus. His suffering was foretold all the way back to the book of Genesis. Isaiah 53 calls Him the “Man of Sorrows”.

(more…)

Posted in A Word from the Pastor by admin

Prince of Peace

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah 9:6

Christmas is upon us! What a wonderful time of year. I love getting to spend extra time with my family — laughing, eating and enjoying all the festivities. But, most of all, the Christmas season is a wonderful opportunity to think of Jesus’ purpose in coming to earth as a baby.

Posted in A Word from the Pastor by Caleb Yetton

Peace & Joy

Recently, I was reading through the book of Philippians, and there were some simple verses that really spoke to me.

“Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others as significant as yourself.” (2:3)

(more…)

Posted in A Word from the Pastor by Tony D'Amico

Financial Peace

This incredibly popular nine week class developed by Dave Ramsey will help you learn Biblical principles so that you can manage your money. This material has been very helpful for tens of thousands of people who have implemented principles that have changed their financial future.

This class starts on Sunday, September 29 at Sandy building during at 11:15 a.m. in the Annex and has a material cost of $87. Contact Jeff & Jen Binford if you have any questions!

Posted in Classes by Tony D'Amico