At Black Rock Church, our vision is to inspire hope and ignite faith in every person we meet by connecting them to God through Jesus. We seek to love God, love people, and serve our world. We are located in Fairfield, Connecticut and you can learn more about the church through the links below. ✘ Website: www.blackrock.org ✘ Guests: www.blackrock.org/guests/ ✘ New to Faith: www.blackrock.org/faith/ ✘ Giving: www.onrealm.org/blackrock/give/now ✘ Events & Info: www.blackrock.org/info/
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Those being baptized today have made third decisions when it comes to following Jesus. They have DECIDED to BELIEVE, SURRENDER and GROW. We celebrate with those today who have decided to follow Jesus, and there is no turning back.Von Jeremy Taylor
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God has a message for everyone who feels disconnected and distant from Him–it’s ‘Come Home!’ Join us and hear Jesus calling at your heart’s door.Von Steve Treash
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The Father-Heart of God
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God has a message for everyone who feels like He’s unreachable and unapproachable–it’s ‘Call me anytime, and when you do, call me Dad!’ Join us and hear Jesus inviting you into a relationship with God that will change EVERYTHING.Von Steve Treash
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God has a message for everyone who wonders why they don’t seem to experience all God’s promised peace and joy in life–it’s “You must begin by Trusting Me!” Join us as we hear God explain how Trusting Him is the only way to the promised land for which we long.Von Steve Treash
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God has a message for everyone who feels like they are wandering through life without clear purpose–it’s ‘If you sense you’re wandering without purpose, you probably ARE!’ Join us as we hear God literally spell-out the only way to the purpose-filled life for which you long.”Von Steve Treash
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Join us as we celebrate 175 years of God's faithfulness.Von Steve Treash
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Often we get stuck in our everyday routine and miss the amazing things God is doing around us. What would happen if we took time to listen, then said YES LORD to what God is calling us to? Often we talk ourselves out of what we sense God calling us to, but what would happen if we just listened and said, YES LORD?…
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Your Enemy is on the Prowl
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How do you cope with life's challenges? As Christians, we might expect peace and divine control, yet we have a powerful adversary on the prowl who desires to sow discord and discouragement. Well-acquainted with disappointment, Peter offers valuable advice on confronting minor troubles and significant adversities while maintaining faith amidst diffi…
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Love Equals Heart Condition
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Some people say that Love is an emotion. Others say love is a verb, but love is really a condition of the heart. How would you describe your heart condition right now? Let’s learn how we can align our hearts to who God is and be more loving at the core of our being.Von Josh Feay
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What should be the defining characteristic of a Christian? The Bible says God is love. It is not part of who God is, but who God IS at God’s core. Therefore, if I am a Christian wholeheartedly following God, then love should be more core essence as well.Von Josh Feay
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The worship priorities we choose as older role models have generational ripple effects. Will we pass on a legacy of giving God the glory He is due or a legacy of pursuing the priorities of the world?Von Paul Huebner
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We must make a choice to follow Jesus in all areas of life. If we are not following Jesus, then whom are we following? So many people, places, and things fight for our attention, but Jesus is the only one worthy of it. When Jesus has our undivided attention He uses it to change the world!Von Andres Ayala
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Community Engagement: Go and Do Likewise
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As a church, we see it as our mission to serve our community. Jesus taught us to love and serve those in our community through the story of the Good Samaritan in Luke 10. Let us follow Jesus' final words in this parable and “Go and do likewise.”Von Jeremy Taylor
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Enjoying God With Huldah
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This week, we examine a passage of scripture in which a woman of low stature is tasked by God to deliver terrible news to her king. We will see how one woman’s obedience changed a nation.Von Russ Joy
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Enjoying God With Priscilla and Aquila
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The dynamic duo that changed the world- Priscilla and Aquila model what it looks like to use real-life discipleship to impact people, leaders, and the Church community.Von Kevin Butterfield
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Enjoying God With Enjoying God With King Uzziah
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King Uzziah was one of Israel’s most successful and beloved kings…until he started to believe his own press clippings. When Uzziah became proud from all his success and fame, his spirit of entitlement led him to be disobedient and unfaithful to God. And when confronted with his sin, instead of humbling himself and owning his wrongdoing, Uzziah chos…
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Enjoying God With Timothy
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Have you ever felt like you don’t know enough for God to use you? Or maybe you think you’re not skilled enough. We learn in Timothy’s story that God doesn’t call perfect people to follow Him, instead He chooses to use broken people who are hungry to grow to make the biggest impact.Von Dan Mawhinney
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Enjoying God With Paul
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Human efforts to bring about God's purposes seldom succeed. This message shows how humility and surrender are the keys to being used by God. Real change comes when we stop trying to make things happen in our own strength.Von Gaylord Lemke
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Enjoying God With Moses
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This sermon will help people understand that we all have something God can use to make a difference in the lives of others. Jesus uses ordinary people like you and me, but to really influence others, we must give our talents, time, and treasure to the Lord.Von Gaylord Lemke
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Enjoying God With Peter
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Peter is relatable not because he's incredible but because he's like us--full of flaws yet embraced by Jesus.Von Jamie Sipsma
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Aha! - Following Jesus is The Best Life
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Many people view following Jesus as a boring, less fun life. But what if following Jesus is actually the most joyful life we can lead. Realizing how much God loves us and wants the best for us is the antidote for insecurity or anxiety and leads to a meaningful life.Von Josh Feay
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Aha! - Understanding Sin Leads to Gracious Living
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Often, we think of sin as doing “really bad things,” but the Bible describes sin much differently. Understanding the Bible’s true definition of sin relieves us of shame and leads to seeing others with less judgment, more love and grace. ► WHAT’S NEXT ✘ Guests: https://www.blackrock.org/guests/ ✘ New to Faith: https://www.blackrock.org/faith/ ✘ Givi…
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Aha! - Everything is Spiritual
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Often, we see religion as a service we attend or a set of rituals we perform. But a person’s religion is much deeper and more profound. In this sermon, Pastor Josh explains how understanding that every moment is spiritual leads to a life comforted by God and with purpose and meaning. ► WHAT’S NEXT ✘ Guests: https://www.blackrock.org/guests/ ✘ New t…
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We all love a good game of Monopoly but the premise of the game is opposite to the truths we see in scripture around our role with our finances. If God were to make a game called God-nopoly, what would be the winning ways to play?Von Jeremy Taylor
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At Black Rock Church, we are committed to caring for people. In fact, Black Rock Cares is the name for a cluster of service areas that help people find God’s love and purposes during the hard times of life. As we care well for people, they are freed to grow as followers of Jesus during the joyful and joyless seasons of life.…
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This message is focused on worshiping God and how we can give Him the worship He deserves. We look at two passages in scripture and how the worship of the Lord on earth can reflect the worship in heaven. What can we bring to the Lord as we respond to all He has given for us.Von Kevin Butterfield
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It is easy where we live for anyone to call themselves a Christian. But is there more to it than simply a label to go by? Let’s see what the Bible says about what it means to be called a Christian and why that motivates us to be baptized.Von Caleb Hodson
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Scripture tells us that the Christ-following life is a race--but not one we run solo. The church of Jesus is a relay-race with faithful runners handing the baton to more faithful runners. Join us as Pastor Steve supplies details regarding the future leadership plan for Black Rock--and our individual and corporate roles in the faithful passing of th…
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The Bible’s story of Jacob conveys the encouraging truth that God loves blessing ordinary people as part of His extraordinary plan to use us to bless others. Join us as Pastor Steve reflects on how he’s seen this wonderful blessing-cycle in operation over his 40 years at Black Rock.Von Steve Treash
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Everyone experiences challenges in life but those who follow Jesus are empowered to face them in ways that lead to personal growth and surprising spiritual victories. This is the message of Paul’s often overlooked letter to Philemon. Join us and learn how everything changes when we go from enduring challenges to facing them.…
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Stories Jesus Told: The Story of the Two Debtors
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Jesus tells a story at a dinner party that changes the whole mood of the night. This story highlights our view of God’s love and forgiveness in a way that changes the whole perspective of our lives.Von Kevin Butterfield
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Stories Jesus Told: The Persistent Widow
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Jesus tells a story of a widow that was seeking help from a judge that was indifferent to God and others. Why does Jesus share this story and what was his main point? Let’s look into this parable to see how Jesus wants to give us a more accurate view of His Father and how that affects our relationship with Him.…
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The two most important questions that can be asked about the resurrection of Jesus are, "Is Easter True?" and "Does Easter Matter?" Join us this weekend as we celebrate the dual truths that Jesus is ALIVE and that His resurrection matters for your life both now and forever!Von Steve Treash
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What if you were one-week away from an experience that would completely change your life? Join us this Palm Sunday as we meet 3 people who are one week away from God changing them forever. Who knows? Maybe like them, God has new life in store for you.Von Steve Treash
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Harassed and helpless…will you go?
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My message is to help the audience to understand the great need for the lost around us, and that the harvest is plentiful. People are lost, harassed and helpless. Jesus has compassion towards the lost and we need to understand the heart of the Shepherd toward his lost sheep: Caring, passionate, looking for them until he finds them. Will we do the s…
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All Nations International
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Acts 20:16-21; 1-7; 10-16, ESV; Acts 9:15-16, ESV - Jesus calls us to go to the least reached with his love and hope. In 2018, All Nations sent a young worker, John Chau, to a remote uncontacted people group, the North Sentinelese. Upon arrival, John was reportedly killed by bow and arrow. The cost to go is real. The cost for audacious churches to …
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Jesus commands His Church to BE His witnesses to our neighbors and the nations UNTIL He comes back. This means that if Jesus has not yet returned 175 years from now, then our Black Rock descendants must BE as faithful witnesses for Jesus in 2199 as we are today. Join us as we discover what issues demand our vigilance and dedication in order for us …
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Jesus is the Way to JOY
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For 175 years Black Rock Church has proclaimed the truth that Jesus is the only way to the JOY everybody craves in life. The joyful life in Jesus is not found in promises of material wealth or in legalistic rule-following, but it is the result of a daily relationship with the author and creator of joy itself. Join us as we discover the way to true …
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For Starbucks, it's all about coffee; for Campbell's it's all about soup; and as Jesus defines Black Rock's mission--it's all about SOULS. Our mission is to be about helping people near and far receive eternal life for their eternal souls through faith in what Jesus did on the cross. But this is not just a mission for churches like Black Rock--this…
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Made to Make a Difference
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Have you ever wondered if your life has purpose and why you exist? This week we look at how everyone who has received Jesus as their savior is gifted by God to serve others. When we understand how God sees us, we understand the timeless truth that we were "Made to Make a Difference"; and it gives us incredible confidence and purpose every day of ou…
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Jesus is THE WAY to Life
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One of the most powerful and controversial statements Jesus ever made was, "I am the Way, the Truth and the Life." In this sermon, Pastor Josh unpacks that powerful statements and shows how it makes sense and is a timeless truth that Black Rock Church has held to for 175 years.Von Josh Feay
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God's Word is the Final Word
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For 175 years Black Rock Church has committed itself to Jesus' view of Scripture and the accompanying truth that no one can truly claim to be a Christ-follower unless they adopt the same position on the Bible that Jesus had. Join us and find out if you follow Jesus and His belief that God’s Word is the final word.…
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Neighborliness: Love Like Jesus
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Are we great at the greatest commandment? When Jesus was asked what was the most important part of our life of faith, his answer was clear: loving God and neighbors. Dr. David Docusen (author of Neighborliness) explores the spirit of neighborliness and what it looks like to embody the presence of Jesus in our community.…
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This sermon is about teaching people what it means to fulfill the Law of Christ. Fulling Jesus’ Law requires us to intentionally connect with one another in community.Von Young Song
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Inspiring Hope and Igniting Faith for 175 Years
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For 175 years Black Rock Church has been Inspiring Hope and Igniting faith by connecting people to God through Jesus. This Sunday we kick off our 175th year by examining how we can be part of what God has is and will continue to do through Black Rock Church.Von Josh Feay
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We all dream of transformations inside that will make our New Year better than our last. Yet we know that any new internal change will require a new internal power. Thankfully, new power for life-change is exactly what Jesus promises those who follow Him and His teaching. Join us as we learn God’s way to Power Up for 2024.…
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I WONDER What Christmas Means for Me?
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For each person involved in the first Christmas there was a holy moment when each individual decided to invite the extraordinary Jesus into their ordinary lives. The invitation stands on this Christmas Eve. Join us and rediscover the true Wonder of Christmas--that Jesus came to be “God with you” in your ordinary life, right now!…
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I WONDER Why Christmas Came That Way?
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In Christmas we celebrate the only birth in history that was orchestrated by heaven to be God’s personal message to the world. Every detail of Jesus’ birth was planned in order to communicate something about God and His heart. Join us, as together we ask the important question, "Why did Christmas Come that Way?…
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I WONDER Where My Merry is?
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Sometime during this season, someone will wish you “MERRY Christmas!” and you’ll wonder to yourself, “How Merry am I…really?” Thankfully, the woman God chose to give birth to Jesus sang a song that teaches the way to a life of joy for the Christmas season and beyond. Join us as we listen to Mary sing about where true joy is found, so we can find it…
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