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In today's newsletter...

this week:
The Faith of Abraham

coming up:
Life in Christ, Death in Adam

To download messages, click here.

Are you ashamed? Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t have the courage to talk about Christ to unbelievers. Yet the message of the Gospel has power — power to change lives, power to change the world. The Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans shares ways to be fully committed to God, to overcome sin, and to be effective witnesses for Him, to name just a few. Don’t miss our 15-week study of Romans as we examine how and why Paul was “not ashamed" of the Gospel!

Please pray for Christy Tallon as she faces some personal family struggles.

Please pray for Gerry Smith’s mother-in-law, who is in the hospital.

Please pray for the Eur08 team as they make final preparations for their trip.

Please ask God to provide a permanent facility in Sandy.

Please pray that Christ’s Kingdom will continue to expand through the various ministries of The Rock Church.

Do you have a special prayer need? Click here to share your need and have people begin praying for you right now.

“For if those who live by law are heirs, faith has no value and the promise is worthless, because law brings wrath. And where there is no law there is no transgression” (Romans 4:14-15).

A Word From Pastor Steve McInroy

The pastors and wives of The Rock attended our Great Commission Association pastors’ conference in Missouri last week. We had the privilege of joining over 400 other pastors and wives from our sister churches located all over the world. I can’t begin to express how thankful I am to be involved with such a high-caliber group of people. Each year we come together for this conference to seek the Lord and learn from His Word.

The theme for this year’s conference was The Joys and Trials of a Great Commission Family: Lessons Along The Way. Our movement of churches places a very high value and emphasis on the family, and rightly so. This is one of the areas that convinced me to become a part of this family of believers, and as I’ve observed these pastors and leaders over the years, I have personally witnessed the fruit from their lives. Strong marriages and healthy families are the norm, not the exception. These men and women are committed to Christ and to each other, and to raising children committed to the Great Commission. That comes from genuinely loving one another.

And the fruit of that love is our very lives lived out as witnesses to the world. Jesus said, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another. By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:34-35). This world is desperate for godly examples of loving families.

Receive this exhortation from Paul in 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 — “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love.” Our families and future families are our highest calling. Be disciples and make disciples! And do it in love!

United,

Mac

Did you know there’s a group of 17 Colorado State University students ministering at our Provo location for the summer? And wherever they go, God is opening doors for the Gospel. Last weekend they partnered with Utah for Jesus in an outreach that invited kids from low-income families to an event at a local park. That night there were more people than had ever attended one of these events, and 30 kids accepted Jesus as their Savior — five of whom visited a local Christian church the next day. On top of all that, a deaf woman was healed! God is still at work, just like the days of the early Church! Praise Him!

SMALL GROUP SPOTLIGHT

“I love my small group! I’ve grown so much closer to God through our prayer times, sitting at God’s feet as we pour out our hearts to Him. God does answer prayer, and I’ve seen it time and time again. God promises that He will hear us, and we’ve learned so many other promises He has given us by studying His Word together. We take the time to go through each verse and really grasp what God has for us. I have such a different understanding of His Word since I’ve been a part of this group, and I’m slowly beginning to get a greater glimpse of God’s character which is so vast and incomprehensible.” This is what Fran has to say about her small group. Are YOU in a small group?

Freedom Festival
THIS WEEKEND, The Rock will be descending upon Provo’s Freedom Festival to be a witness for Christ and promote His church! There will be several things going on for all three days (July 3-5), at the church building as well as at our festival booth, so plan now to join the party. Contact Mac for more details and to find out how you can be a part!

campout

All-Church Campout
One of the highlights of the whole year at The Rock Church is just about here! That’s right, our all-church campout at Whiting is happening July 25-27. If you’ve never attended one before, then you’ll probably want to be the first person to register. There are games, boat races, cooking contests, kid activities, worship, testimonies, etc. But most of all, it’s great just to hang out, relax, and get to know more people. Don’t miss it! Click here for online registration.

Honduras Calling
Looking for an adventure? One of our Great Commission sister churches in Honduras is seeking middle- or high-school teachers for their Christian school. Term of service is ten months and includes housing, food, transportation, and a small monthly stipend. What a great opportunity to share the Gospel and make disciples of Jesus Christ! If interested, please contact Ines Aguilar (Nataly Dixon’s aunt) for more information.

Freedom Festival
July 3 - 5 (this weekend), Provo

All-church campout
July 25 - 27, Whiting Campgrounds, Provo

The Next Level
currently taking a break

Refuge
Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Provo building

For the full calendar, click here.

July 3, 2008
In today's newsletter... A Word From Pastor Steve McInroy Celebrate the Win Small Group Spotlight News Upcoming Events Prayer Request this week: The Faith of Abraham coming up: Life in Christ, Death in Adam To download messages, click here. Are you ashamed? Unfortunately, a lot of people don’t have the courage to talk about Christ to unbelievers. Yet the message of the Gospel has power — power to change lives, power to change the world. The Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans shares ways to be fully committed to God, to overcome sin, and to be effective witnesses for Him, to name just a few. Don’t miss our 15-week study of Romans as we examine how and why Paul was “not ashamed" of the Gospel! Please pray for Christy Tallon as she faces some personal family struggles. Please pray for Gerry Smith’s mother-in-law, who is in the hospital. Please pray for the Eur08 team as they make final preparations for their trip. Please ask God to provide a permanent facility in Sandy. Please pray that Christ’s Kingdom will continue to expand through the various ministries of The Rock Church. Do you have a special prayer need? Click here to share your need and have people begin praying for you right now. BIBLE CLIP “For if those who live by law are heirs, faith has no value and the promise is worthless, because law brings wrath. And where there is no law there is no transgression” (Romans 4:14-15).	FAMILY A Word From Pastor Steve McInroy The pastors and wives of The Rock attended our Great Commission Association pastors’ conference in Missouri last week. We had the privilege of joining over 400 other pastors and wives from our sister churches located all over the world. I can’t begin to express how thankful I am to be involved with such a high-caliber group of people. Each year we come together for this conference to seek the Lord and learn from His Word. The theme for this year’s conference was The Joys and Trials of a Great Commission Family: Lessons Along The Way. Our movement of churches places a very high value and emphasis on the family, and rightly so. This is one of the areas that convinced me to become a part of this family of believers, and as I’ve observed these pastors and leaders over the years, I have personally witnessed the fruit from their lives. Strong marriages and healthy families are the norm, not the exception. These men and women are committed to Christ and to each other, and to raising children committed to the Great Commission. That comes from genuinely loving one another. And the fruit of that love is our very lives lived out as witnesses to the world. Jesus said, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another. By this all men will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for one another” (John 13:34-35). This world is desperate for godly examples of loving families. Receive this exhortation from Paul in 1 Corinthians 16:13-14 — “Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be men of courage; be strong. Do everything in love.” Our families and future families are our highest calling. Be disciples and make disciples! And do it in love! United, Mac CELEBRATE THE WIN Did you know there’s a group of 17 Colorado State University students ministering at our Provo location for the summer? And wherever they go, God is opening doors for the Gospel. Last weekend they partnered with Utah for Jesus in an outreach that invited kids from low-income families to an event at a local park. That night there were more people than had ever attended one of these events, and 30 kids accepted Jesus as their Savior — five of whom visited a local Christian church the next day. On top of all that, a deaf woman was healed! God is still at work, just like the days of the early Church! Praise Him! SMALL GROUP SPOTLIGHT “I love my small group! I’ve grown so much closer to God through our prayer times, sitting at God’s feet as we pour out our hearts to Him. God does answer prayer, and I’ve seen it time and time again. God promises that He will hear us, and we’ve learned so many other promises He has given us by studying His Word together. We take the time to go through each verse and really grasp what God has for us. I have such a different understanding of His Word since I’ve been a part of this group, and I’m slowly beginning to get a greater glimpse of God’s character which is so vast and incomprehensible.” This is what Fran has to say about her small group. Are YOU in a small group? NEWS Freedom Festival THIS WEEKEND, The Rock will be descending upon Provo’s Freedom Festival to be a witness for Christ and promote His church! There will be several things going on for all three days (July 3-5), at the church building as well as at our festival booth, so plan now to join the party. Contact Mac for more details and to find out how you can be a part! All-Church Campout One of the highlights of the whole year at The Rock Church is just about here! That’s right, our all-church campout at Whiting is happening July 25-27. If you’ve never attended one before, then you’ll probably want to be the first person to register. There are games, boat races, cooking contests, kid activities, worship, testimonies, etc. But most of all, it’s great just to hang out, relax, and get to know more people. Don’t miss it! Click here for online registration. Honduras Calling Looking for an adventure? One of our Great Commission sister churches in Honduras is seeking middle- or high-school teachers for their Christian school. Term of service is ten months and includes housing, food, transportation, and a small monthly stipend. What a great opportunity to share the Gospel and make disciples of Jesus Christ! If interested, please contact Ines Aguilar (Nataly Dixon’s aunt) for more information. UPCOMING EVENTS Freedom Festival July 3 - 5 (this weekend), Provo All-church campout July 25 - 27, Whiting Campgrounds, Provo The Next Level currently taking a break Refuge Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Provo building For the full calendar, click here.