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Proclaiming the Gospel | Pastor Josh Hersey | Good News
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42:24What does it really mean to proclaim the gospel and not just live it? In this message from our Good News series, Pastor Josh walks us through 2 Timothy 4 with clarity, humor, and conviction, reminding us that the call to share the gospel isn’t just for preachers, it’s for all of us. Whether you're introverted, unsure of your giftings, or just wonde…
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What do hot dog-scented hair, fanny packs, and the book of Revelation have in common? This episode. In Part 2 of our listener Q&A, we dive deep and laugh hard. From navigating spiritually mismatched marriages to breaking cycles of sin, staying humble while carrying the power of the Holy Spirit, and what we’d say to every 20-something trying to find…
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Living the Gospel | Pastor Josh Hersey | Good News
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53:37What if God’s big plan to reach the world… is you? That’s what this message is all about. Not your pastor. Not a platform. You. Your life, your words, your response to pressure, fatigue, criticism, and everyday moments. In this message, Pastor Josh pulls back the curtain on what it really means to live the gospel — not just preach it, but embody it…
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We’re answering your questions and not holding back. Pastor Josh and Trevor are back, tackling everything from awkward mic moments (yes, the cringiest things we’ve ever said on stage) to real-life spiritual questions. What do you do when life feels stuck? How do you navigate a storm that won’t let up? And is Jesus actually contradicting Himself in …
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What if the fruit in your life is not the goal, but the byproduct? In this week's message, Larry McCall shares an honest and heartfelt word about what it really looks like to live out the Gospel. Not with surface-level effort or performative faith, but with fruit that grows from the inside out — fruit like character, compassion, and faithfulness. T…
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Hold Nothing Back: Reflections, Vision, and the Power of Surrender
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40:03In this heartfelt midyear conversation, Josh and Trevor open up about what God’s been doing in their lives, their churches, and their hearts. From the power of a single vulnerable moment at a Vision Summit to the quiet discipline of planning with intention, this episode explores what it means to hold nothing back—in faith, in leadership, and in sur…
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What do you do when life does not go as planned? When disappointment, failure, or even spiritual burnout make you want to give up and go back to what you knew before? In this message, Pastor Josh takes us deep into Galatians 4 to ask a simple but soul-stirring question: Why do we go back when we’ve already been set free? Whether it is old habits, a…
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We’re halfway through the year, and this episode pulls back the curtain. From church milestones to personal heart checks, Pastors Trevor and Josh talk about answered prayers, unexpected disappointments, and what it means to walk with God — not just as servants, but as sons. It’s a conversation worth sitting in. Did you make a decision to follow Chr…
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Children vs. Servants | Pastor Juan Sanchez | Good News
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49:30Are you living as a slave or as a child of God? You are not an employee in God’s kingdom. You are not hired help trying to keep your spot. You are His child. This message from Pastor Juan Sanchez is a bold and beautiful reminder that the law was never meant to be a finish line — it was always a signpost pointing us to Jesus. Straight from Galatians…
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Relational Over Religious: How to Actually Share the Gospel
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39:37Ever felt too flawed, too awkward, or just too normal to share your faith? Same. In this episode, we’re talking about how to actually talk about Jesus without turning into a megaphone preacher on a street corner or ghosting every opportunity because you feel like a hypocrite. From grocery store run-ins to gym sessions, awkward funeral outfits to mi…
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Fake News | Pastor Josh Hersey | Good News
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49:06What if the version of the gospel you’re living… isn’t the gospel at all? This week’s message is a bold and heartfelt wake-up call about what the gospel truly is and what it’s not. Pastor Josh goes into Paul’s letter to the Galatians, exposing how easy it is to drift from the simplicity of the good news into performance-driven faith. From fake news…
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Christianity Isn’t About Being Good — It’s About Being Alive
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33:14Every major religion agrees: something’s wrong with the world. But what makes Christianity different is how that brokenness gets fixed. In this episode, Pastors Josh and Trevor unpack why the gospel isn’t about making bad people behave—it’s about bringing dead people to life. With bold clarity and plenty of laughs, they explore the exclusive claim …
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Proof of Life | Cynthia Evans | Good News
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36:14If someone accused you of being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? In this message, Cynthia challenges us to live lives that prove the life of Christ is in us. “Proof of Life” isn’t about religious talk or performance—it’s about real transformation. From her own raw testimony to the powerful truths of Scripture, Cynthia rem…
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Earning vs. Effort: The Line We All Wrestle With
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37:04What happens when you try to live for Jesus but still find yourself trying to earn His approval? In this honest (and hilarious) episode of Cornerstone Conversations, Josh and Trevor talk about the difference between working for grace and living from it. From Philippians to football, Romans to real wounds, they unpack how salvation is a gift—but gro…
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We’re deep in our Good News series, and this one’s got some fire. In this sermon, Cynthia reminds us that while salvation is a gift we can’t earn, following Jesus isn’t passive. It's a calling—one that takes effort, obedience, and sacrifice. You won’t work your way into heaven, but if Christ lives in you, it should look like something. From Philipp…
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Are you exhausting yourself trying to cover up your mistakes, or have you experienced the freedom of being completely cleansed? Did you make a decision to follow Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card How can we pray with you? https://www.churchontherock.net/prayer 🌐 Connect with us 📘 Facebook: …
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What’s the difference between being covered and being cleansed? In this message from our Good News series, Larry McCall takes us on a vivid journey from the Garden of Eden to the cross of Christ. Through sacrifice, blood, and centuries of foreshadowing, we uncover why Jesus didn’t just cover our sin—He removed it once and for all. You’ll never look…
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God’s Word, Our Calling, and the Roles We Walk In
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27:21In this follow-up conversation, Pastor Josh is back in the studio with his wife Lauren and their friend and co-laborer Cynthia for Part 2 of a candid and thoughtful discussion on women in ministry. As staff members at Church on the Rock, the three go into how their church approaches this sometimes divisive topic—with both conviction and grace. This…
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Why The Gospel is Good News | Pastor Josh Hersey
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43:38At Church on the Rock, we’re not here to play church. We're here to experience the life-giving, eternity-shifting power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. In this message, Pastor Josh unpacks why the Gospel isn’t just good advice—it’s good news. Because at its core, the message of Jesus isn’t about behavior—it’s about life or death. If you’ve ever felt…
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Women, the Gospel & God’s Order | Honest Church Talk
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31:09In this honest and heartfelt conversation, Pastor Josh hosts his wife Lauren and staff member Cynthia to discuss a topic that often sparks debate in the church: women in ministry. Drawing from their own church backgrounds, personal experiences, and deep respect for scripture, they explore the biblical roles of women in leadership, the importance of…
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