My wife Sarah and I were both born into the mormon church, but by the grace of God we learned the truth of the bible and are no longer part of mormonism. When we left the mormon church we ended up in a really big church. We grew there, but something was missing and we didn't quite know what it was. God was definitely stirring our hearts to look somewhere else for a place where the truth of scripture was preached no matter the cost. Having been the victims of deception and cult-life for many years, we needed a place that was committed to the truth. We looked, and looked and eventually we found the Rock. We have been here for 2 years now. Here are some of the reasons we have stayed:
--The authority of the bible is upheld above ideas, traditions, and personal opinion. All of the bible is preached; including the passages that are not culturally "popular." It is also a safe place to wrestle with the truth of God in a way that builds up and brings us closer to the Lord.
--Pastor Chris, the elders, and the leadership here have a real vision of what truly being a family of God means, and what it is to be ambassadors of the gospel. They are not perfect by a long shot, but I have found that they are humble, and that their greatest hope is to bring others to a saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
--Real life change, true repentance and discipleship is encouraged and taught as a natural outpouring of the grace we have been given in Christ. It is hard to remain a long-time pew-sitter at the Rock. Faith working through love is the name of the game here.
--The atmosphere is warm, loving, and accepting. Ever get a fake hug, compliment or smile and it feels super awkward? That doesn't happen often at the Rock. I have been blown away by the genuine care and love that my wife and I have received since coming here. We can truly call these people family. Disagreements and troubles will come I'm sure, but these people are worth fighting for.
--Jesus Christ is exalted as Lord and God above the pastor, the leadership, the music, the programs, and everything else. He is truly King here, and that is how it should be.
If you are looking for a place where God and His word are the first priority; a place where grace is the motivating power behind repentance and holiness; a place where sacrifice, service, and love are the goal...Then come and join us as we worship our Great God and Savior by making disciples of all nations!