Red Rocks Church Weekend Messages
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Where Legacies Are Born
January 16, 2021 00:00 - 41 minutesIn week 2 of Legacy, Ronnie speaks about how legacies begin and he reminds us that if we aren't careful, we might be remembered for the things we never allowed God to heal. God wants to address what's happening IN you, not just what's happening TO you. And when we rise up in the midst of our struggles to trust God's healing work, we can leave a legacy that points to the amazing nature of our God.
Leaving a Legacy
January 09, 2021 00:00 - 40 minutesFor the introduction of the new series, Legacy, lead pastor Shawn Johnson begins with the basics: legacy starts with loving God, loving people, and reaching the lost. While many things in life can end up feeling void and meaningless, pouring into our relationship with God provides meaning and leaves a lasting legacy.
Year in Search
January 03, 2021 00:00 - 43 minutesAs we kick off 2021, Andrew Matrone speaks a powerful message about the importance of time spent in the Bible for our daily lives. Andrew reminds us that the Word of God is a guide, it defends us, and it transforms us and he shares ways that we can make reading the Bible a consistent part of our day to day life.
Peace - Joy - Hope
December 23, 2020 00:00 - 39 minutesShawn Johnson, lead pastor of Red Rocks Church, preaches the Christmas message and reminds us of this: as much bad news as life can bring us (especially after a year like this one), Christmas is about celebrating GOOD NEWS! More than perhaps ever before, we can relate to the participants of the Christmas story on a whole new level, and Shawn walks us through their story from a new perspective. Mary and Joseph were not strangers to interrupted plans, halted work, and chaotic life-changes. And ...
Guide or God
December 19, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutesAs 2020 draws to a close, Ronnie speaks through Psalm 23 and the challenges and hurdles that many of us have experienced over the past year. So often we look to God and ask 'can you get me through this?' 'could you help me make it through that?' and Ronnie challenges us to ask: is God our guide or is He our God?
Eternal ROI
December 12, 2020 00:00 - 46 minutesIn the final weekend of our Kingdom Builders series, Shawn highlights some of the amazing things that YOU, Red Rocks Church, have done this year through your generosity! Speaking out of 2 Corinthians and Luke, Shawn reminds us that our generosity is even more powerful when it's partnered with the local church!
House of Miracles
December 05, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutesIn week 3 of Kingdom Builders, Jimmy Rollins (lead pastor of i5 City Church), speaks about the power of HOME; the home-team, the home-field advantage, the home-Church and what it's doing out in the world. There is power in a house, and Jimmy reminds us that Red Rocks Church is a house of miracles. Red Rocks Church's 'house' is now located in homes worldwide, and we each have the opportunity to be the tangible hands and feet of Jesus in our community.
Sleeping Giant
November 28, 2020 00:00 - 37 minutesIn week 2 of Kingdom Builders, Doug speaks about unexpected generosity and the way that in ministers to our own hearts when we give. Undoubtedly 2020 has handed us fierce trouble and intense pressure, but surprisingly those two things are not specific to 2020. We read about these things in the Bible, and these two elements often push the Church into its finest hour.
This Is What We Do!
November 21, 2020 00:00 - 55 minutesIn week 1 of Kingdom Builders, guest speaker Craig Groeschel (Lead Pastor of Life.Church, based in Oklahoma) introduces the basics of generosity. While a fear-based model of spending looks like "we consume, we lack, and then we fear," a generosity model looks like "we give, God multiplies, and then our faith grows." Craig breaks down what the "tithe" is and why it's important in our faith journey, and he also shares stories of God's provision over the years in his life and in the life of his ...
When Your Calling Gets Confusing
November 14, 2020 00:00 - 46 minutesThis weekend Shawn reminds us that even in seasons of uncertainty, God has a plan for your life. We were never promised a calling from God that does not include difficulty, and this year has made it clear that we need to persevere through some challenging things. Instead of focusing on others' criticisms, or our own negative thoughts, we need to focus on what God thinks of us and be reminded that He made us on purpose for a purpose. *Mature content: please be aware that this message includes...
There's Evidence Everywhere
November 07, 2020 00:00 - 40 minutesThis weekend Doug digs into the questions and doubts we've each had, at one time or another, regarding God. The disciple Thomas gets a bad reputation for his doubting of Jesus' resurrection, but God is a big God who can handle our doubts and our concerns. Just like with Thomas, God meets us in our doubting; He's not put-off or disappointed by it.
Don't Stop in the Struggle
October 31, 2020 00:00 - 45 minutesThis weekend Ronnie talks about 'how it started' and 'how it's going,' and the space between those two realities. It's that blank space, the trials and pitfalls, that can reveal God's presence and nearness to you. Whatever your 'blank space' is, Ronnie reminds us that the most necessary thing in our lives is God's presence; not the loss of a title, a role, or a dream in our season of waiting.
Shame Sucks
October 24, 2020 00:00 - 42 minutesIn the final weekend of Kingdom Culture, Shawn preaches an amazing message all about the unnecessary shame that we carry. Many of us don't realize that we carry our shame around wherever we go, and it gets in the way of our lives and our relationship with God. While we look at ourselves through the lens of embarrassment, regret, or shame, God looks at us and He sees his CHILD, who He LOVES!
What NOT to Expect When You're Expecting
October 17, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutesIn week ten of Kingdom Culture, Andrew Matrone speaks to those of us who feel like our expectations do not match our reality; we look around and we don't see the things that we envisioned for ourselves, or the things we've prayed for. In the midst of the frustration and waiting, Andrew reminds us of a few truths: God honors movement. Don't let your season of waiting be a season of wandering. And it is important to continue taking steps towards the things that God has put in your heart, even a...
Every Reason To Be Confident
October 10, 2020 00:00 - 44 minutesIn week nine of Kingdom Culture, Ronnie speaks about our 'calling.' This can be a stressful topic for many of us, as we sort through our giftings, strengths, and the way we are wired to work. But Ronnie reminds us that our calling is actually to a person, not to a specific profession. So if you've been chasing a career path to pursue your calling, you can rest easy today. The closeness of your relationship with God allows you to walk in your calling every day, regardless of your employment or...
Can You Believe We Get To Do This?
October 03, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutesIn week eight of Kingdom Culture, Doug Wekenman breaks down a well-known Bible story that makes many of us uncomfortable. Through this message Doug reminds us that living as a Christian isn't about religion or about following the rules, it's about a relationship with Jesus. When we reorient our perspective to focus on the person of Jesus, we can anchor our Kingdom Culture on Him, and that is a solid foundation for life.
I've Been Here Before
September 26, 2020 00:00 - 50 minutesIn week seven of Kingdom Culture, Shawn talks through how we can battle anxiety, depression, and fear with a powerful tool: thankfulness and remembering what God has done in the past. From Psalm 9, Shawn gives a powerful battle cry for each of us as we work through our biggest fears and struggles. Remembering God's victories in the past allows us to place His power in front of our fears, even in the midst of life's most intense storms.
King Me
September 19, 2020 00:00 - 50 minutesJimmy Rollins, lead pastor of i5 City Church, brings a powerful message for week 6 of Kingdom Culture! What do we do when the 'hits' in life keep coming and we can't seem to get ahead or move forward through adversity? What can we learn from the women and men in the Bible whose desperation caused them to seek Jesus in a whole new way? Jimmy shares a message that is timely and powerful for anyone who needs some encouragement to get back up and keep fighting.
Under the Influence
September 12, 2020 00:00 - 38 minutesIn week five of Kingdom Culture, Ronnie highlights the things in life that can leave us feeling shaken. At times we find ourselves covering over the pain of our shaken lives with Christian quick-fixes, but at the heart, we are not allowing God to do the restorative work within our souls that will bring us true peace. Ronnie reminds us that the God of the Universe LOVES us, in spite of our flaws, mistakes, or the storms we're facing, and HIS love cannot be shaken.
2020: What Do I Do, Say & Post?
September 05, 2020 00:00 - 48 minutesIn week four of Kingdom Culture, Shawn handles the timely question 'what should I do, say, and post within the context of this crazy world we're living in?' Shawn reminds us that there are two cultures right now: Earth 2020 culture - where we each have strong views on politics, racial tensions, the pandemic, and more and we'll fight to be RIGHT on social media about these things, and Kingdom Culture - where our culture is built upon the Kingdom of Heaven and we show LOVE to others regardless ...
4 Things Christians Should Say More Often
August 29, 2020 00:00 - 44 minutesDoug Wekenman brings a powerful message for week three of Kingdom Culture. In his message Doug highlights four things that Christians should say more often: 1) I don't know, 2) I can learn something from that person, 3) It's gonna take more than that to offend me, and 4) I was wrong.
Led by the Spirit
August 22, 2020 00:00 - 41 minutesIn week two of Kingdom Culture, Ronnie digs into what Kingdom Culture means and how we are led by the Holy Spirit. As we check our motivations and tendencies we can see our beliefs, and as we check the fruit of our lives we can see the ways that we ARE or ARE NOT walking with the Spirit. Ronnie reminds us that when our view of God gets bigger, our burdens and anxieties get smaller.
Just Passing Through
August 15, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutesShawn kicks off the Kingdom Culture series and reminds us that while the troubles we encounter here are real, we are citizens of Heaven and we are simply passing through Earth on our way to Heaven. This reality can give us strength and purpose through challenging times as we think 'will ___ matter in 100 years?' Shawn reminds us that when we walk and talk with the Kingdom of Heaven in mind, we create Kingdom Culture, and we do this when we 1) pray for it, 2) look for it, and 3) live with it i...
The Antidote
August 08, 2020 00:00 - 46 minutesFor week four of Follow Me, Jimmy Rollins, the lead pastor of i5 City Church, joins the RRC family for an amazing weekend of church! Preaching from Luke 5:12-15, Jimmy reminds us that our greatest misery has the opportunity to become our greatest ministry.
Find Out Firsthand
August 01, 2020 00:00 - 45 minutesIn week three of Follow Me, Doug Wekenman from our Austin location preaches about the difference between two Greek words: Eidó (perceiving with our senses) and Ginosko (knowing by experience). Doug reminds us that life with God is something to be EXPERIENCED, not just something to be observed from afar.
Light and Easy
July 25, 2020 00:00 - 37 minutesIn week two of Follow Me, Ronnie preaches about Jesus' antidote for the struggles, anxieties, and stress we each carry during challenging seasons. Ronnie brings new clarity to Matthew 11:28-29 NIV 'Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.' Ronnie reminds us that we were never meant to carry the heavy parts of our life alone, and that Jesus is ge...
Thank God I Said "Yes"
July 18, 2020 00:00 - 46 minutesIn week one of Follow Me, Shawn Johnson reminds us that when you read the Bible you will see multiple people who 1) experienced what they did because they said YES and 2) they had the opportunity to say yes because they were LISTENING. Shawn opens up the series by asking: if a yes takes us closer to the miraculous provision of God, are you listening for your directive so that you can say yes to it? What is God calling you to (even if it doesn't make sense)?
Grace of Gratitude
July 11, 2020 00:00 - 42 minutesAndrew Matrone, the lead of Red Rocks Young Adults, speaks to the power of gratitude in our relationship with God. Through the story of the 10 lepers who were healed, and the one who returned to say thank you, Andrew reminds us that our gratitude impacts the restoration of our soul. When we return to God to give Him praise for what He's done, gratitude allows us to not only combat the lies of the enemy, but to fully experience the life that God wants for us here.
What in the World is Going on Here?
July 04, 2020 00:00 - 42 minutesIn week three of Echoes of Eden, Doug Wekenman concludes the series by asking 'what in the world is going on here' regarding the current world we're living in today. Doug closes the series by driving the point home that Jesus was 'the perfect son of God, who lived the perfect life, to die at the perfect moment, as a perfect sacrifice in order to perfect some very imperfect people...proving that good triumphs over evil in a story of sacrifice and unbreakable love.'
Is God's Way Really Better?
June 27, 2020 00:00 - 39 minutesIn week two of Echoes of Eden, Ronnie Johnson continues teaching from Genesis and digs into God's intent for His world and for our lives in the garden. As we look at the choice that Adam and Eve made in accepting the forbidden fruit, we realize that we don't have a sin problem, we have a deception problem.
Why On Earth Are We Here?
June 20, 2020 00:00 - 31 minutesIn week one of Echoes of Eden, Doug Wekenman dives into the beginning of the Bible to answer the question 'why on earth are we here?' and walks through the many ways that we are advocates of the Imago Dei.
Be In On It
June 13, 2020 00:00 - 36 minutesWhat can Red Rocks Church do to help in racial reconciliation? Jimmy Rollins returns to Red Rocks Church to speak to us about Jesus' heart for the Church and for our African American brothers and sisters in Christ. Jimmy Rollins is the lead pastor of i5 City Church in Baltimore, we have learned so much from him each time he's spoken to us in the past, and we are honored to enter this space with him as we listen and learn as a congregation.
Let Me Love You
June 06, 2020 00:00 - 42 minutesContinuing from last week, Shawn speaks to the power of underserved and profound grace for our lives. Shawn reminds us that we need to accept the grace that's extended to us so that we can walk in love, joy, and peace.
Amazing Grace
May 30, 2020 00:00 - 44 minutesThe gift of grace is good news whether it's the first time you've received it, or whether you're going to God for the 10,000th time to receive His free gift. Shawn unpacks the reality of grace in our day-to-day lives as we continue to reach new levels of trust with God.
The Love of the Father
May 23, 2020 00:00 - 35 minutesRegardless of how many times we've read or heard 'For God so loved the world,' the truth in that verse can be difficult to fully comprehend. As we look at the person of God and His character, Ronnie reminds us that the entire story of the Bible showcases the love of God and His invitation for us to experience eternity forever with Him. With the help of his three year old daughter, Ronnie reveals some of our misconceptions about God's love and he uses verses in the Bible to center our understa...
Do You See What I See
May 16, 2020 00:00 - 42 minutesIn a moment in time when so many of us feel like we don't have enough of something (time, money, security, health), what can we learn from Jesus as he ministers to individuals and their needs? Teaching through Jesus' miracle of the loaves and fishes, Ronnie points us to the fact that God is in control even when the odds feel stacked against us. Jesus has the ability to GIVE you what you LACK and to walk with you through seasons that feel uncertain. As you face moments when there is not enough...
Crazy Joy: Part 2
May 09, 2020 00:00 - 45 minutesAs stay-at-home orders begin to lift around the world, many of us are asking: What changes now? What stays the same? And how are we to live and work in our callings in this transition season? Continuing from last week, Shawn points us to the life of Paul in Acts, when Paul was wrongfully imprisoned and yet still ministered to everyone around him. Even in the midst of his trials and hardships, Paul remained committed to the calling that God had given him, and we can do the same. Shawn reminds ...
Crazy Joy
May 02, 2020 00:00 - 40 minutesAs our work, schooling, and day-to-day lives have changed so drastically over the last weeks, many of us have wondered things like 'what is my purpose right now?' 'what is my calling in this season?' Shawn encourages us, by looking at the life of Paul, that we can choose to live on-mission even when we are not able to meet with others face-to-face. In the worst conditions imaginable, as he awaited his execution and lived under house-arrest, Paul continued to reach lost people. Shawn reminds u...
The Essentials
April 25, 2020 00:00 - 48 minutesWho are we when our routines, jobs, and day-to-day lives are turned upside down? Many of us equate what we DO from 9am to 5pm with WHO WE ARE, but during this challenging season of time, who are we? What is essential in our lives? Ronnie points us to a passage from Jesus' ministry where He clarified that what you BELIEVE is far more important than what you DO. As so many of us encounter changes to our livelihoods and vocations, Ronnie encourages us that it's time to reorient our self-identity...
Take Home Church
April 18, 2020 00:00 - 51 minutesTwo churches - i5 City and Red Rocks Church - celebrate one weekend of church together! Jimmy Rollins, lead Pastor of i5 City in Baltimore, shares a message reminding us that before the Church was centralized in buildings, it was mobilized in homes. As he reads through Acts, Jimmy points out that we are perfectly placed right now - in our apartments or homes - to do ministry for those around us. The people that you do life with now (whether face-to-face or digitally) are interacting with God'...
He Is Risen ... I'm Not Afraid
April 11, 2020 00:00 - 1 hourJesus' resurrection on Easter morning is a gift for everyone! This year, more than ever, we need the reminder that 'He is risen, you do NOT need to be afraid.' Shawn's message reassures us that 1) Jesus is who He said He was, 2) He did what He said He would, and 3) We can trust Him with our lives. In this ongoing season of uncertainty, Shawn highlights the things he's learned in his battle with anxiety and reveals how we can battle our own fears and anxieties with the Truth of God. Even when ...
Good Friday
April 10, 2020 00:00 - 52 minutesGood Friday marks the beginning of Easter weekend and the moment in Jesus' life when He took on our sins, died on the cross, and allowed us access to eternity with God in Heaven. In this message Ronnie explains the meaning behind Good Friday, its implications for our eternity, and what we can learn from Jesus' willingness to die for us. This message includes a time for communion, where we remember Jesus' sacrifice for us through eating bread and drinking juice. We would encourage you to parti...
My Anxiety is My Weapon
April 04, 2020 00:00 - 51 minutesIn a world that is overcome with unknowns and worries, we are often drawn to two things: anxiety and distraction. Ronnie's message focuses on the role that God plays in seasons of chaos, as we fix our eyes on Him. Instead of numbing our anxieties with food, substances, or mindless time on a screen, we can use PRAYER to free ourselves from our burdens, releasing our worries to God. Our anxiety isn't ours to carry, and when we release it to Him, we are able to seek the life of freedom that God ...
Confidence in the Chaos
March 28, 2020 00:00 - 49 minutesThis year we've talked about the idea of having 'Take Home Faith' and that has never been more timely than now. As our church moves to online-only gatherings due to the Coronavirus, Shawn speaks to us all as we adjust to this new season of uncertainty. - Speaking from the book of Joshua, Shawn's message focuses on the way God's Word can light our way through confusing and challenging times. Spending time in the Bible each day builds a firm foundation that can help us remain confident in Him, ...
A Fearless Foundation
March 21, 2020 00:00 - 48 minutesShawn speaks truth over our situations and reminds us that our strength and courage come from God, not from the circumstances we find ourselves in right now. When our lives and routines are completely disrupted, God is our constant and He's our foundation. In the middle of the storm, God is right there with us. Our God is with us, and He's got us. | Are you ready to say yes to Jesus? http://www.redrockschurch.com/yes | Red Rocks Worship's Be Still: http://smarturl.it/bestillred...
We're Built For This
March 14, 2020 00:00 - 24 minutesThis year we've talked about the idea of having 'Take Home Faith' and that has never been more timely than now. As our church moves to online-only gatherings due to the Coronavirus, Shawn speaks to us all as we adjust to this new season of uncertainty and to our new pace of life. Shawn reminds us that even as circumstances change moment-to-moment, we are loved by a God who is unchanging and who sees us in this moment and who loves us unconditionally.
The Word...To Go
March 08, 2020 00:00 - 48 minutesSpending time in the Bible can be a challenging element of our relationship with God to unpack: do we do it out of guilt? Does it even matter if we read it? Shawn unpacks the 'why' behind spending time in the Bible, and he reminds us that God WANTS to speak to us through His Word! Our time in the Bible doesn't make God love us more or less, but it does allow God to speak to us in profound ways. Spending time in the Bible empowers us to build a strong foundation of faith and Shawn encourages u...
The Spiritual Discipline of Celebration
March 01, 2020 00:00 - 48 minutesIn this crazy, wild and burdened world, it's difficult for the church to practice the Christian discipline of joy. We need to know that joy comes from the Lord, He wants us to enjoy this life, and that, ultimately, you deserve that joy. ---- 167: TAKE HOME FAITH: Each of us has 168 hours in a week, and we get to spend 1 of those in church together each week. Following Jesus in your other 167 hours hinges on 4 things: God's Word, prayer, worship, and God's people.
Persistent Prayer
February 23, 2020 00:00 - 41 minutesEach of us has 168 hours in a week, and we get to spend 1 of those in church together each week. Following Jesus in your other 167 hours hinges on 4 things: God's Word, prayer, worship, and God's people. In seasons of joy, hardship, or uncertainty, prayer is a powerful piece of our connection with God. Ronnie's message focuses on the role prayer plays in our ongoing relationship with God, and what we can learn from the story of the 'persistent widow' in the Bible. God wants to hear from us r...
Worship Rx
February 16, 2020 00:00 - 37 minutesEach of us has 168 hours in a week, and we get to spend 1 of those in church together each week. Following Jesus in your other 167 hours hinges on 4 things: God's Word, prayer, worship, and God's people. In the midst of our hardest seasons, worship is a powerful weapon to fight for ourselves, our family, and our future. Shawn's message digs into the way he battles his own anxiety with worship and how we can use worship as an instrumental way to speak truth over ourselves. In the middle of ch...