Worship is not limited to just those seasons of life when everything is going well. Those seasons in which we hurt, we cry, we suffer - those are important times of worship as well! Together we'll be unpacking the worship of lament and gaining a better understanding that lament is an invitation to do those hard times WITH God, not away from Him. Me…

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Join us this week with guest speaker Logan Charles as we continue our series True Worship. We will be unpacking the idea of worshipping God for his blessings, and we will ask the question, "Am I blessed?" Message Notes Passage: Matthew 5:3-12 Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they …

Today, we'll be discovering what worship really brings glory to God, combatting boredom in worship, and what it looks like to dwell on the things above. Message Notes Passage: Psalm 33 1) God's Word is Truthful 2) God is Faithful 3) God is Righteous 4) God's Love Does Not Fail Effective worship... 1) brings glory to God 2) brings the believer to gr…

Because of the Gospel, we are no longer children of sin and darkness but children of the light. This week, Andres explores what it means to live as children of light in a dark world.Por Andres Carias

As followers of Jesus, what does it look like to live a transformed life in our relationship with government? According to Romans 13, it means recognizing that God is at work through governing authorities and striving to be good citizens who positively influence our culture. We are called to stand courageously for what is right, good, and true, but…

Message Notes Passage: John 4:1-26 1) True Worshippers are not...Limited by Place 2) True Worshippers are not...Driven by Preference 3) Worship is...Pursuing Divine Intelligence 4) Worship is...Practicing God's Presence Everywhere Support the show To get connected follow us on Instagram @RPYoungAdults…

What does it look like to live a transformed life? This week, as we continue our series in Romans, Michael explores four diagnostic questions that guide us to reflect on the areas where we have experienced transformation—and where it is still needed. These questions help us recognize where we need to surrender so the Holy Spirit can continue renewi…

Message Notes Passages: Jeremiah 29:7; Matthew 5:13-16; Matthew 6:19-21; 2 Corinthians 5:20; 1 Timothy 2:1-3 What we are to do as exiles: 1) Become a Blessing 2) Pray for Our Leaders 3) Live as Salt and Light 4) Build the Kingdom of God - Bring people in to the Kingdom - Build others up - Be a godly blessing Support the show To get connected follow…

In light of what we’ve learned from the story of Daniel, what do the New Testament authors have to say about how we should live as exiles in the modern world? We’ll talk about our role as ambassadors of reconciliation, and what kind of character traits an ambassador of Christ should embody. Message Notes Passage: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Reconciliatio…

As we approach the upcoming election, it can be challenging to navigate this season as Christ would want us to. So today, we are looking into Daniel chapter 6 to see how we are to respond to the governing authorities God places in our lives. Message Notes Passage: Daniel 6 The Temptations: 1) Subvert Authority 2) Glorify Authority The Correct Respo…

This week, in our series “The Gospel of God,” Michael teaches that Jesus came not only to restore our relationship with God but also to connect us with fellow believers. We are created to live in community, supporting and caring for one another according to our unique gifts.Por Michael Yearley

We will be reading Daniel 3 where Daniel's three friends navigate a challenging political climate. Their faith will be put to the ultimate test as they learn to bend, but not break. We will be looking at what true faith looks like as we lay down our lives in order to find it in Christ, and learn how Christ can be magnified in us as we enter into a …

One of the primary areas where we need transformation through the renewing of our minds is in how we love. This week, Michael shares what true love looks like from God’s perspective and explains why love is such a high priority for us as Christ-followers.Por Michael Yearley

Message Notes Passage: Daniel 2 Exiles: Are A God Fearing Minority Living Among a Pagan Majority Exiles Understand “This is not my home.” ref. Jer 29:7; John 17:16; John 15:19 Daniel and His Friends Responded With Prayer Daniel Didn’t Sugar Coat the Truth Sidebar: 4 Kingdoms Gold Head: Babylonian Kingdom Silver Chest: Medo-Persian Kingdom Bronze Be…

Have you ever wanted to know what God’s will is for your life? This week, Joel begins unpacking the next section of Romans, exploring what it means to practically live out the Gospel of God.Por Joel Enyart

"Exile" is not something we tend to think about since most of us haven't been physically run out of town or been abandoned on a deserted island. Yet most people live with a deep fear of "standing out" from the crowd and being rejected by the majority. So in other words - we fear being "Exiled" in an emotional and relational sense. That can make Jes…

This week, Joel walks us through Romans 11, highlighting the importance of trusting God and walking humbly within His story. God is faithful, and He’s not done working in our lives and our stories.Por Joel Enyart

Guest speaker Chris Woz shares about how our Christian faith is often more simple than we make it out to be in our mini-series "What I Wish I Knew". Support the show To get connected follow us on Instagram @RPYoungAdultsPor RPYA

Today, guest speaker Brandon Di Puma shares about how our God is trustworthy in our mini-series "What I Wish I Knew". Support the show To get connected follow us on Instagram @RPYoungAdultsPor RPYA

What does it mean to be saved? As we continue our series, “The Gospel of God,” this week, Andres highlights key words from Romans 10 that lead us into a deeper understanding of the true impact of salvation on our lives and reality.Por Andres Carias

This weekend, we had the privilege of hearing a powerful message from Pastor Peter Kasirivu, founder of Africa Renewal Ministries, where we were reminded that Jesus is the Great Light who drives away darkness. As followers of Christ, we are called to live for God in every area of our lives and to reflect the light of Jesus to everyone we meet.…

This week, we continue our exploration of the Bible’s teachings on predestination and free will, as Michael compares and contrasts the theological viewpoints, along with the biblical evidence and truths, from both sides of the debate. He also shares that each side reveals important truths about who God is and who we are, which can be beneficial in …

As we begin a two-week series on the topic of free will and predestination, Michael explores the difference between primary and secondary issues. While true Christ-followers may disagree on various secondary issues, our priority is to love one another despite these differences.Por Michael Yearley

Message Notes: 1. Who Are You Becoming? 2. What Is Your Identity In? Ephesians 4:22-24; Romans 8:29 3. How Well Do You Know Jesus? Matthew 16:13-17 4. What Is Holding You Back? Philippians 3:13-14 Support the show To get connected follow us on Instagram @RPYoungAdultsPor RPYA

As we head into a new season of Life Groups here at Rocky Peak, Joel explores what it means to be church and walk together in community. By doing life together, we can apply what we're learning about being Christ-followers and live out Jesus' command to love one another.Por Joel Enyart

Last week, we wrapped up the big picture story of the Gospel of God. But before Paul dives into how we can practically live out the Gospel, he first addresses an issue within the early movement of Jesus that troubles him deeply: Why isn't Israel accepting the message? Pastor Michael encourages us to reflect on the people in our own lives who don't …

In the Parable of the Lost Son we are introduced to two brothers who are both lost in different ways. This message focuses on the older brother; the one who was frustrated and annoyed with everyone else celebrating the return of the younger brother. From him, we will see why we all need God to give us a "reality check" in how we see Him and those w…

This week, as we wrap up the big picture story of the Gospel of God, we learn that God has an epic plan for each of our lives. When we choose to follow Jesus, we come to know God, our Creator, and become the people we were meant to be.Por Michael Yearley

When we run away from God, what we run to always fails to satisfy. Luke 15:11-24 1. At the Outset, Sin Feels Like Freedom Hebrews 11:25 2. In the End, Sin Leads to Emptiness Proverbs 1:32 (CEV) Romans 6:23 John 10:10 2 Corinthians 7:10 3. The Return of the Lost is Celebrated ~2 Questions~ 1. Do you recognize the gravity of your own sin? 2. When you…

Pastor Michael explores the Story of Glory as explained by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the church at Rome and how this story will unfold for those who come to Jesus, receive the Holy Spirit, and look to what is coming when Jesus returns. Persecution may be a part of this "in-between time" or here-and-now story, but believers who share in Chri…

In the third and final message of "The Gospel of God, The Spirit of Life" series, Pastor Michael focuses on the truth that is revealed by the Holy Spirit, teaching that God's rescue mission of a rebel race thru our adoption to Sonship is brought about by the Holy Spirit when we are transferred from condemnation to a spirit of life. The Spirit leads…

Do you know the value God places on the lost? Join us as we dive into Luke 15 and see God’s heart to those who are far off. Message Notes: Passage Luke 15:8-10 1. God Values the Lost Ezekiel 34:16 2. Jesus Puts in Work to Redeem the Lost Luke 19:10 Romans 5:6 1 Peter 3:18 3. The Unseen Realm Celebrates When the Lost are Found Revelations 5:11-14 Ze…

Pastor Michael continues our journey through Romans 8 in part two, “The Spirit of Life” in The Gospel of God series. The Apostle Paul contrasts two different types of people - those in Adam with minds governed by the flesh, and those in Christ whose minds are governed by the Holy Spirit. Paul wants us to understand that the Spirit gives new life an…

Many of us are familiar with the parable of the lost sheep in Luke 15 and what it teaches us about the Father’s tender heart for the lost. However, what we often miss is that this passage is meant to call out the Pharisees who do not know the heart of God. Join us this weekend as we look at how to align ourselves with God’s heart and partner with H…

Are you living the life Jesus died to give you? This week, Michael reviews what we’ve learned so far in our “Gospel of God” series and introduces the gift of the Spirit of life. When we receive the Holy Spirit, we experience transformation as He brings us into new life.Por Michael Yearley

When God’s will is at work in us, God’s Kingdom is unleashed through us. This week, we conclude our “Kingdom Come” series by sitting down with some people from our church who are living the vision of bringing God’s Kingdom into our world through their lives.Por Andres Carias, Joel Enyart

We all go through “storms” that challenge our faith and trust in Jesus Christ. The question is, how do we respond when we are faced with a storm that challenges our worldview of who Jesus is. This weekend, we will be unpacking a passage from the Gospel of Matthew where Peter, one of Jesus’ followers, takes a step of faith that challenges him to his…

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Follow along as Dre continues our Living & Active series by diving in to John 11 to see what it looks like to depend on Jesus and have genuine hope despite the trials we face. Support the show To get connected follow us on Instagram @RPYoungAdultsPor RPYA

This week, we kickoff our “Kingdom Come” series with Joel asking us to consider what is means for Jesus to be king and for us to be citizens of His kingdom.Por Joel Enyart

This week, as we continue our series, The Gospel of God, Michael explains that because of Jesus’ death on the cross and the gift of the Holy Spirit, we experience restoration in our relationship with God and transformation in our lives and freedom from sin as we listen and follow Him.Por Michael Yearley

Follow along as Tim continues our Living & Active series by diving in to Judges 11, where we learn that we don't need to barter with God to be blessed by Him. Support the show To get connected follow us on Instagram @RPYoungAdultsPor RPYA

When it comes to your transformation, are you trusting in yourself to change, or are you trusting in the Spirit to lead, guide, and empower you to live a new life? This week, Michael discusses the role that the Law (Torah) plays in the epic rescue mission story of the Gospel.Por Michael Yearley

Joel continues our summer series by looking looking at Genesis 38 - aka one of the strangest passages in the Bible. Listen in to hear how God can use broken people in His grand story. Support the show To get connected follow us on Instagram @RPYoungAdultsPor RPYA

This week, Michael reviews what baptism means, discussing how it separates us from our old life of sin and signifies our new life in Jesus.Por Michael Yearley

As we continue our summer series Living & Active, Trent shares about both the priority and the privilege of hearing from God's Word! Support the show To get connected follow us on Instagram @RPYoungAdultsPor RPYA

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Last week, we learned that the story of humanity can be defined by two men: Adam, whose disobedience led us into sin and death, and Jesus, whose obedience on the cross brings us into new life and freedom. Michael teaches us this week that when we choose to live in Christ, baptism is the public declaration of the Gospel of God at work in us, separat…