Thrive Church | Rock Hill, SC

Are you so busy doing the work of God that you've forgotten to spend time with God?

God has given each of us a purpose, a calling, and an assignment. But what happens when the assignment becomes more important than the One who gave it to us?

In this powerful message, "Don't Let the Assignment Replace the Relationship," we examine the lives of Samson, Martha and Mary, and King Saul to uncover what happens when we allow our responsibilities, positions, distractions, and even ministry to interfere with our relationship with God.

📖 Scripture References:

Judges 13–16 — Samson: Anointed for an assignment but careless with his relationship with God.

Luke 10:38–42 — Martha and Mary: The difference between being busy serving Jesus and taking time to sit at His feet.

1 Samuel 13–15 — King Saul: When position, pride, and disobedience become more important than following God's instructions.

Matthew 6:9–13 — Jesus teaches us how to pray and develop a deeper relationship with our Heavenly Father.

🔥 Here's the truth: Your gifts are not a substitute for God's presence. Your title does not replace obedience. And your service to God should never take priority over your relationship with Him.

God doesn't just want your work. He wants your heart!

It's time to get back to prayer, back to His presence, and back to seeking Him above everything else.

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Remember: Never become so consumed with the assignment that you lose sight of the One who assigned you!

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Jehovah

Words and music by Brandon Lake, Chris Brown, Mitch Wong, Steven Furtick

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My Worship

Words and music by Philip Nathan Thompson, Zenzo Matoga

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Great Are You Lord

Words and music by David Leonard, Jason Ingram, Leslie Jordan

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Are we truly living holy, or have we allowed the things of this world to contaminate our walk with God?

God has called us to be holy, but holiness is more than what we say, how we dress, or how we appear before others. It's about the condition of our hearts, our obedience to His Word, and the lives we live when no one is watching.

In this powerful message, "Tainted Holiness," we dive into 1 Peter 1:14–17 and examine what it truly means to live a life set apart for God.

Too often, we try to hold on to worldly desires while claiming to walk in righteousness. But God has not called us to blend in with the world. He has called us to be transformed!

1 Peter 1:15–16 (KJV)

"But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy; for I am holy."

In this message, we explore:**

- The difference between appearing holy and living holy.

- How compromise can contaminate our spiritual walk.

- Why obedience matters more than outward appearances.

- The importance of examining our hearts before God.

- What it means to live set apart in a world filled with temptation.

Holiness is not about perfection. It's about surrender, transformation, and a willingness to obey God.**

Don't allow the world to taint what God has called holy!

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We are a Christ-centered, Bible-based church committed to helping people grow in faith, discover their purpose, and thrive in their relationship with Jesus Christ.

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Washed

Words and music by Joe L Barnes, Joshua Holiday, Mitch Wong, Steven Furtick

@2025 Bell Music Publishing, Original Wong Publishing, Elevation Worship Publishing2, Music by Elevation Worship Publishing

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What A God

Words and music by Bobby Walker, Brunes Charles, Chelsea Plank, Kenzie Walker, Roosevelt Stewart

@2024 One House Publishing, Auzi Rhodes Publishing, Be Essential Songs, SEU Songs

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Nothing Else

Wors and music by Cody Carnes, Hank Bentley, Jessie Early

@2019 Capitol CMG Paragon, Songs By That Dog Will Hunt, Writer's Roof Publishing

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You may be in a place you never expected. You may be facing rejection, betrayal, temptation, disappointment, or a season that simply doesn’t make sense—but God is with you.

In Genesis 39, Joseph went from the pit to slavery and then to prison. Yet throughout the chapter, Scripture repeatedly reminds us of one powerful truth: “The LORD was with Joseph.”

His circumstances changed, but God’s presence didn’t.

Just because you're going through a difficult season doesn’t mean God has left you. His hand can still be on your life in the prison. His favor can still find you in an unfamiliar place. And what looks like a setback may actually be part of God's preparation for where He is taking you.

Stay faithful.

Keep your integrity.

Trust God in the process.

Remember: God is with you!

📖 Scripture: Genesis 39

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What happens when God chooses you, but the people around you reject you?

Joseph was chosen for a purpose, but his journey was filled with betrayal, jealousy, rejection, and unexpected trials. His own brothers stripped him of his coat and threw him into a pit, but they could never strip him of God's calling!

Sometimes the very people who are supposed to celebrate you will be the ones who try to bury your dreams. But what God has spoken over your life cannot be canceled by the opinions or actions of others.

You may have been overlooked, rejected, misunderstood, or betrayed, but you are STILL CHOSEN!

Your circumstances do not cancel your calling. Your pain does not erase your purpose. And your pit is not your final destination!

🔥 They took his coat, but they couldn't take his calling!

Join us at Thrive Church as we discover how God's purpose remains intact, even when life doesn't look like what He promised.

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Do you like this personality?

In John 6, Jesus reveals a truth that challenges the hearts of those following Him. Many were willing to follow Jesus for the miracles, the bread, and what He could provide—but when His teaching became difficult, many turned away.

This message, “Rejecting Jesus,” challenges us to examine our own hearts. Are we following Jesus because of what He can give us, or because we truly believe in who He is? When the Word confronts us, corrects us, or requires surrender, will we continue to follow—or will we walk away?

Jesus is not simply the giver of the bread—He is the Bread of Life.

📖 Scripture: John 6

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In 2 Kings 4:18–37, the Shunammite woman faced a situation that appeared final. Her son had died, but she refused to accept that what she was facing was the end of the story. Instead of preparing for burial, she went looking for the man of God.

Don’t bury what God may still have plans to resurrect.

There are dreams, promises, callings, relationships, and areas of your faith that may look lifeless right now—but don't declare it over before God has the final word.

This message will challenge you to keep believing when circumstances tell you to give up, to walk by faith when you cannot see the outcome, and to trust that God still has the power to bring life into what looks dead.

📖 Scripture: 2 Kings 4:18–37

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Salvation isn’t just about the moment you said “yes” to Jesus—it’s about continuing to walk with Him every day.

In Philippians 2:12–13, Paul tells believers to “work out your own salvation with fear and trembling,” while reminding us that God is the One working in us—giving us both the desire and the ability to fulfill His purpose.

Sustained Salvation challenges us to examine what it means to remain faithful, obedient, and surrendered to God after receiving salvation. We don’t work for salvation—we live out what God has already begun within us.

God is working in you. The question is: Are you allowing His work to transform the way you live?

📖 Scripture: Philippians 2:12–13

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In John 4, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at the well who came carrying more than just a water jar. She carried her past, her disappointments, her shame, her broken relationships, and the weight of what others thought about her.

But one encounter with Jesus changed everything.

Jesus knew her story, yet He still offered her Living Water. She came to the well carrying a burden, but she left with a testimony. The very woman who may have wanted to avoid people ran back into the city declaring, “Come, see a man…”

In this message, “What Are You Carrying?”, we are challenged to examine the things we continue to carry that Jesus is asking us to release.

What are you carrying from your past?

What are you carrying that God never intended for you to keep?

What do you need to leave at the well?

You don't have to leave your encounter with Jesus carrying the same weight you came with.

📖 Scripture: John 4:1–42

💧 Message: What Are You Carrying?

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Why Am I Still Here? | 1 Samuel 16–18

Have you ever wondered, “Why am I still here?” You know God has called you. You know He has placed something inside of you. Yet somehow, you’re still in a place that doesn’t look anything like the promise.

In 1 Samuel 16–18, David was anointed to be king, but he didn’t immediately step into the palace as king. There was still a process. He faced rejection, battles, opposition, and even people who became threatened by what God placed on his life.

Sometimes God allows you to remain in a season because He is preparing you for where He is taking you. The waiting isn’t wasted. The battle isn’t meaningless. And the place you’re in right now may be developing the strength, character, faith, and endurance you’ll need for what comes next.

If you’ve been asking, “God, why am I still here?”—this message is for you. Don’t abandon the process because you haven’t seen the promise yet. If God anointed you for it, trust Him to bring you into it.

📖 Scripture: 1 Samuel 16–18

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WATCH YOUR MOUTH

What you speak can reveal what you truly believe.

When the spies returned from the Promised Land, they all saw the same land—but they didn’t all speak the same report. While fear caused some to focus on giants, Caleb spoke with faith: “We are well able to overcome it.”

In this message, “Watch Your Mouth,” discover why your words matter, how fear can influence what you speak, and why your confession should agree with what God has already promised.

Don’t allow what you see to make you speak against what God said. Watch your mouth—your words should reflect your faith, not your fear.

📖 Numbers 13:17–33

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