In this message, Ryan talks about the true meaning of Christmas and the importance of grace. He shares personal stories and Bible verses, highlighting how God's grace works in our lives. Ryan also discusses the influence of parents, the role of Joseph, and the story behind the hymn 'Amazing Grace.' 

01:31 The True Meaning of Christmas

02:58 The Gift of Grace 

25:21 The Advent Season: Hope, Love, and Peace

30:44 Adopted into God's Family 

31:42 Christmas Prayer and Blessings

32:56 Community Announcements and Events 

In this message, Pastor Rusty discusses the significance of Advent and why we celebrate Christmas. He reminds us Jesus came to give us life with purpose and meaning and encourages us to seek significance in Christ.

In this message:

02:40 Advent and Its Significance

05:12 The Meaning of Christmas

13:19 Miracles of Jesus 

22:14 Prophetic Vision and Direction 

30:17 The Search for Significance 

40:36 Announcements and Events

In this message, Pastor Andy talks about moving from Thanksgiving to Christmas. He shares the idea that we have enough through Jesus. He reads from Revelation and talks about God being with us. Pastor Andy reminds the church to focus on spiritual discipleship and not to get caught up in material things. He encourages gratitude by counting blessings and trusting in Jesus as the source of satisfaction. The church also hears about some upcoming events and ways to give back during the Christmas season.

02:21 Transitioning from Thanksgiving to Christmas 

07:42 Contentment in Christ 

19:47 Trusting Jesus with Our Finances 

 22:54 Relational Contentment

33:28 Upcoming Events and Announcements

In this message, Susie and Pastor Andy discuss what it means to be a new creation in Jesus, comparing it to the transformation of a caterpillar into a butterfly. They explore key concepts of practicing faith, like prayer, solitude, and living in community. Susie uses colorful anecdotes and metaphors to illustrate how we grow in Christ and how we are meant to shine His light to others. 

01:42 Practices of an Apprentice

05:09 Conversation with Susie: Butterflies and Transformation

11:11 The Kaleidoscope of Faith

27:37 The Importance of Practice and Muscle Memory

32:31 Embracing Community and Change

38:13 The Role of Silence and Stillness in Spiritual Growth

47:20 Upcoming Events and Announcements

51:48 Closing Thoughts and Prayer

In this message, Pastor Andy discusses the practice of witness. He emphasizes living like Jesus and being His witnesses through the power of testimony and how actions speak louder than words. Andy also highlights the importance of service, generosity, and living out our faith in our daily lives. The message concludes with a call to share God's love through small acts of kindness, like giving grocery gift cards for Thanksgiving. 

In this Episode:

00:27 Series Recap: Practicing the Way of Jesus 

01:29 The Practice of Witness

02:14 Service and Generosity 

05:08 The Meaning of Witness and Martyrdom

14:21 Sharing and Living the Gospel

20:30 A Prayer and a Puzzle 

22:18 Facing Challenges with Faith 

25:36 A Call to Action

28:39 Community Initiatives

33:29 Upcoming Events and Announcements

40:39 Closing Prayer and Fellowship

In this message, Pastor Andy discusses the importance of generosity and the practice of service as followers of Jesus. He underscores the critical need for Christians to serve not only within their faith community but also to extend their service to the broader community. The call to action is clear: to be the hands and feet of Jesus by providing tangible support and love to those in need, reflecting Christ's servant heart.

04:41 The Practice of Service 

20:24 Exploring New Ways to Serve

20:57 Introducing the Care Community Initiative

22:15 Call to Action: Join the Care Community 

26:16 The Importance of Serving Others

28:38 Jesus' Teachings on Serving

33:36 Encouragement and Reflection

Resources:

• Hands of Hope

Finding Strength in Fasting: A Pastor's Journey

Pastor Josh, a strongman competitor and the Youth Pastor at White Rock, shares his first sermon in the main church, tackling the practice of fasting. As a 350-pound professional fitness athlete, Josh is not the first person you'd expect to talk about skipping meals. Despite the irony, Josh's experience brought unexpected spiritual clarity and strength. Through his story, you'll discover–as he did–true strength can't be measured in the weightroom.

04:43 What about Second Breakfast?

09:38 What is Fasting Really About?

17:05 The Trouble with Fasting: A Strongman's Tale 

26:58 Encouragement and Call to Action

In this message, Pastor Andy introduces the practice of Scripture, and the importance of engaging the practice as a faith community. The White Rock family then delves into the practice of Scripture, sharing personal anecdotes and meaningful Bible verses, reflecting on their spiritual journeys, and emphasizing the transformative power of God's Word in their lives.

02:49 Introducing the Practice of Scripture 

06:30 Personal Testimonies 

46:41 Encouragement and Final Thoughts

Exploring the Practice of Faith Community

In this message, Pastor Andy delves into the concept of faith community, drawing from Romans Chapter 12. Discussing the importance of community within the church, Andy highlights different gifts and their contributions to the church body, asserting every member is valuable regardless of their skills, possessions, or status. The true and lasting bond in a faith community comes from a shared faith in Jesus Christ, which ultimately surpasses all worldly communities. Andy encourages the congregation to engage in small groups to further this understanding of community.

00:00 Romans Chapter 12 

01:27 Gifts and Service in the Body of Christ

02:02 Love in Action

02:42 Blessings and Harmony

03:22 The Jesus Way: Practicing Community

05:35 Exploring Faith Community

08:00 Characteristics of Faith Community

17:42 The Importance of Generosity and Celebration

19:51 The Power of Community Sharing

20:48 Living the Law of Christ

21:54 The Ten Commandments and Love

22:36 Practical Applications of Love

26:22 Hospitality and Faith Community

29:04 Loving the Marginalized

34:13 The White Rock Love Pledge