The “Mountain Rock Church of Christ” in Hershey, Pennsylvania (USA)
We are a non-denominational Christian church built on the solid ROCK of Jesus Christ. As a fellowship of believers, part of an International body of churches under one head (Jesus), we are committed to loving God and one another. We believe the Bible is the living [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (8/29/2010)
Nehemiah and the Wall
About city walls
- In ancient times, most cities had city walls. The wall was an important defense that surrounded the city.
- The wall would be strong and high. Many such walls were several meters thick. And they would make the city like a large castle.
- The [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (7/4/2010)
Saul: The curse of pride
Intro: How does it hit you when someone else is being prideful toward you? You can tell how much pride is an issue by how much someone else’s pride irks you.
Background: tribe of Benjamin, least clan, big, tall guy
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Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (6/27/2010)
R-Camp Re-cap
C.A.R.S. (Character, Attitude, Respect, Service)
BONUS VIDEO: (special presentation after sermon with Glenn & Heather and the kids)
Sunday sermon presented by: David Brown (5/30/2010)
Samuel: When God Calls Our Name
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (5/23/2010)
Stephen: The Seed
Acts 1-8 ; John 12:23-26; 2 Corinthians 7:9;
Galatians 4:19-21; Ephesians 5:3-7; James 1:26-27; Revelations 2:5
The first century church was birthed into existence on the Day of Pentecost through the Gospel message of Jesus preached by Peter and the 11 apostles. As their numbers grew they were faced [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (5/16/2010)
Caleb: Wholehearted Faith
Background – tribe of Judah
Born in slavery to Egypt around the time Moses murders soldier and flees, knew nothing else- labor, abuse
Heard about “promised land” but 430 years of slavery can make it seem impossible
How would this affect your image of God?
40 years old- Moses returns, plagues, [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (5/9/2010)
Adam: The First Man of God
Genisis 2-3, Hebrew 4:12-13, Ephesians 5:22-33
We all know the story of Adam & Eve and the impact their choice had on humanity… but have we seen and understood the secret ambition of our creator God? What’s the connection between creation, the garden of Eden, [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (4/25/2010)
Character Study on Joseph
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (4/18/2010)
1 Chronicles 13, 14, 15, 16
In a day and age of instantaneous gratification we can be out of touch with sincere thankfulness. Thanks becomes a means to perpetuate the blessing rather than expressing appreciation to the one who gave it. There’s is a disconnect with the process our [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (4/11/2010)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Eleven: John 21
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (4/04/2010)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Ten: John 19, 20
The Resurrection of Hope
1. The Beginning of the end or the end of the beginning
Jn. 18:15- 27 Peter James and John saw Jesus arrested. Peter saw himself disown Jesus 3x. It feels like the end.
2. The end of [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Howard Elwell (3/28/2010)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Nine: John 12
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (3/21/2010)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Eight: John 17 & 18
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (3/14/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Seven: John 15 & 16
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (3/07/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Six: John 14
John 14:1-14
You know the way because you know me – “the way” maker. You don’t need directions if your following someone. We want to know where we’re going more than who we’re going with.
- If you know Jesus, [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (2/28/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Seven: John 12-13 – Meeting The Needs
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (2/14/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Seven: John 8 – Dealing with religious pride
What is the sin in others that drives you nuts?
8:1-11 The Trap- Disobey Rome or disobey God, Kill the woman or kill the Law
Who was more effective in dealing with sin?
Jesus met her [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (2/08/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Six: John 7
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (1/31/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Five: John 5 & 6
Our churches in the Dominican Republic are strong, growing, and helping get supplies to Haiti also.
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“Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Does he not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home. Then he calls his friends and [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (1/24/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Four: John 4
Got Living Water?
The Samaritan woman wanted to argue but Jesus wanted to give her living water to quench her thirst for understanding.
How does Samaritan woman’s encounter challenge our ideas of administering God’s grace?
Do we seek to understand others or [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (1/17/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Three: John 3 – Nic at Night, The Curse of the Pharisees- John 3
The Pharisees- “set apart”, self-appointed teachers/guardians of the Law
The Curse- God’s grace only for those that kept the Law, image-conscious, rigid, envious, formal, proud
3:1-2 Nicodemus: Jewish [...]
Around the World in Under 3 minutes. Quick news from 11 different time zones
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Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (1/10/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson Two: John 2
Describe a time when you showed great zeal.
2:1-1 Jesus was invited, approachable
Jesus knew how to party- both overtly sinful and religious felt comfortable with him
Mary’s only command” “Do whatever he tells you.” Jesus took discipling [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (1/03/10)
Bible Series on The Gospel of John
Lesson One: John 1
“…and this water symbolizes baptism that now saves you also — not the removal of dirt from the body but the pledge of a good conscience toward God. It saves you by the resurrection of Jesus Christ,” – 1 Peter 3:21
“…having been buried with Him in baptism and raised with Him through your faith in the power of God, who raised Him from the dead.” – Colossians 2:12
“Virginia Churches United and Growing Fast” – Several Virginia churches have even doubled in the last two years!
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Sunday sermon presented by: Gary Jacques, former director for the HOPE hospital in Cambodia (11/29/2009)
Interviews with Tom & Kelly Brown (Atlanta) and Troy Criss (Gainesville). These two churches are growing across the board, with strong campus, singles, and married ministries. They are planting churches, sending out trained staff, and dreaming of greater things to come.
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“for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” – Galatians 3:27
Manila says “THANK YOU”, and Atlanta hosts the A&E Conference
A moving “Thank You” from the Metro Manila disciples, and 2X Grammy winner Speech Thomas hosts the A&E Conference in Atlanta!
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Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (10/04/09)
What big, hairy challenge do you feel God calls you to?
Mt 28:18-20 Jesus’ last words
Jesus’ plan – go viral
You are in the ministry- He has plans for you
Exodus 3 Burning bush dialogue
v1-4 God is calling you
v5-10 Moses had fled that scene, built a nice life- Go back?
They’ll [...]
“Then he said: ‘The God of our fathers has chosen you to know his will and to see the Righteous One and to hear words from his mouth. You will be his witness to all men of what you have seen and heard. And now what are you waiting for? Get up, be baptized [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (9/27/09)
Reconciliation
I have found that there are 3 elements to successful reconciliation.
You must …
1) BE the variable (initiator) of change
God expect you to initiate the reconciliation. Whether you are the offended or the alleged offender. The desired outcome being restored relationships and harmony.
2) BE uncomfortable
We must be willing [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (9/13/09)
Recommended Reading: “The Great Sin” chapter from Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis
Galatians 6:1-5
- The essence of pride is comparison, competition
- Pride is like a necklace – can’t see it in yourself, but can see it in others
- Be in God’s presence- best to forget yourself
- Pride is rooted [...]
DENVER Int’l Leadership Conference 2009
A great gathering in Denver! Close to 1000 disciples from 54 nations came for 2009 ILC…
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Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/30/09)
OUTLINE SUMMARY:
What results would you ask of God?
What results matter to God?
Luke 5:1-5
Do it Jesus’ way.
If all else fails, read the directions
v. 6-11
Perspective about results: prideful and taking credit, or insecure
Jesus gave them a mission – inspired them to drop everything
It’s not about me.
Luke 8:4-8, 11-15
Path – there [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Eddie Mayes (8/23/09)
OUTLINE SUMMARY:
I. Understand the Rules
Colossians 3
Read the entire chapter to get a broad understanding of the standard for life disciples are called to…held to…and hold one another to. And this with all wisdom…learn from those who are spiritually mature in how to best help each other.
1 Thessalonians 5:8-11
We belong [...]
“For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.”
- Psalm 139:13
“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!”
- 2 Corinthians 5:17
Congratulations, Talisha! God has knitted you together into a very special new creation.
Los Angeles, Lagos
1200 have been baptized in Los Angeles in the last 24 months. Lagos, Nigeria celebrates its 20th birthday African style.
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Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/9/09)
OUTLINE SUMMARY:
Too much conflict is dysfunctional, too little conflict is dysfunctional
Mark 9:33-37
Jesus had the courage to “go there”
The point – leadership is service
Jesus 1. Asks, 2. Listens, 3. Sits down
Find the nugget – the source of the conflict that is the lesson to learn
Acts 15:36-41
Paul and Barnabas parted ways
Barnabas [...]
Sunday sermon presented by: Glenn Geeting (8/9/09)
OUTLINE SUMMARY:
Trust tax, can subtract 80%, Trust dividend can add 40%
“In God we trust”
Rom 15:13
- trust God leads to hope, joy, peace, power
-With the foundation of trust, it’s understandable to go anywhere and do anything for God
What not to trust?
Self – Prov 28:26
Riches – Prov 11:28
Heart – Jer 17:9
We [...]
Johannesburg Special Report
Spend 5 minutes with the Johannesburg, South Africa, Church… HotNews shows you the church, the town, and a revival that is picking up steam.
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Kiev, Abidjan, South Texas
Kiev, where the teen group has grown from 11 to 55 this year; Abidjan, where one Bible Talk has over 100 visitors regularly; and South Texas where the campus ministry is powerfully advancing. Amazing news in less than 4 minutes…
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Hong Kong, India, East Africa
A NEW FORMAT FOR THE HOTNEWS VIDEO REPORT… Daily baptisms in East Africa, Courage in the face of persecution in India, and a turn-around revival in Hong Kong. We go around the world in under four minutes, sharing some amazing news!
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Sunday sermon presented by: Brett Miller (5/2/2010)
May 6th, 2010 at 12:49 pm
Thank you so much for all your time and energy that you expended here with the Mountain Rock Church this past weekend Brett (and Jeannie). I thoroughly enjoyed your sermon, Brett. It was mediocrity and hypocrisy that drove me away from the church scene and it was the high standards of the Church of Christ that drew me back in. If we’re not willing to make a stand for God and his word, we can never truly have an impact on the world and the lost. Love you, bro!