Rocky Unscripted

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Take 5 minutes, find a quiet time, and listen to a helpful reflection on the hope that God wants to bring into our lives. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

We begin a series of short episodes that explore a passage of scripture, how we can apply it, and a time of prayer. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Shane Wood returns for a powerful conversation with Shan and Nic and offers insight into difficult questions. What do you do when the people you love begin to lose their faith? What do you do when people ask difficult questions about God? What do you do when you personally begin to doubt? These questions can be disorienting but we don't need to panic. Shane provides a clear pathway forward through transparency and conversation. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Nic and Matt discuss the decline in church attendance in America and the potential consequences for future generations. They identify the reasons behind this decline, including societal emphasis on work and individual accomplishment. They emphasize the importance of belonging and actively engaging with one another in the church community. Pastor Matt calls for prioritizing the Sunday gathering and active participation, especially for the next generation, to pass on the faith and demonstrate the love of Jesus. Finally, they offer a call to action, urging believers to prioritize the gathering and actively participate in "one-anothering" within the church. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Death will probably always create some degree of fear for us. Whether it is the fear of pain or how we will die, or our fear of losing those closest to us; it is normal for us to fear death. However, there are times when that fear is unhealthy and crippling. Amanda, Matt, and Nic discuss near-death experiences and the finality of people close to them dying. They share hope that Jesus offers not only life after death, but a freedom to live fully while we are alive. There is hope available to you right now. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

We all struggle with seasons of worry and fear. These emotions can wreak havoc in our personal, work, and spiritual lives. But do we realize that we don't have to be slaves to these emotions? Jesus and his Gospel is here and available to help ease our worries and help give us comfort over fear. We can live confident and bold lives if we place our faith in Jesus. Today's episode offers shows us how. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

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When we talk about values in an organization, it is common for people to lose interest. Do we really care what values Target, Apple, or other well-known businesses strive for? Possibly not. However, when you are considering whether or not you want to align your time, money and energy with an organization, it becomes more important to understand what they are driven by. Over the next 4 episodes, Unscripted will cover 4 values that Rocky embraces. It is our hope that you will be inspired and you will decide to partner with us in all 4 values. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

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Part 9 of our 9 part series on Enneagram Subtypes. This week we talk to Matt and Nicole, enneagram type 9's, as we learn more about subtypes and what they can tell us. It is one thing to read a description of the various types on the enneagram, it is another thing entirely to hear the stories from real people. We hope you find the episode helpful and if you do...share it:). We would love to help as many as we can in their journey towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Part 8 of our 9 part series on Enneagram Subtypes. This week we talk to Amanda and Matt, enneagram type 8's, as we learn more about subtypes and what they can tell us. It is one thing to read a description of the various types on the enneagram, it is another thing entirely to hear the stories from real people. We hope you find the episode helpful and if you do...share it:). We would love to help as many as we can in their journey towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

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Part 7 of our 9 part series on Enneagram Subtypes. This week we talk to Kelley and Dane, enneagram type 7's, as we learn more about subtypes and what they can tell us. It is one thing to read a description of the various types on the enneagram, it is another thing entirely to hear the stories from real people. We hope you find the episode helpful and if you do...share it:). We would love to help as many as we can in their journey towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Part 6 of our 9 part series on Enneagram Subtypes. This week we talk to Kelly and Tonya, enneagram type 6's, as we learn more about subtypes and what they can tell us. It is one thing to read a description of the various types on the enneagram, it is another thing entirely to hear the stories from real people. We hope you find the episode helpful and if you do...share it:). We would love to help as many as we can in their journey towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Part 5 of our 9 part series on Enneagram Subtypes. This week we talk to Jori and Becky, enneagram type 5's, as we learn more about subtypes and what they can tell us. It is one thing to read a description of the various types on the enneagram, it is another thing entirely to hear the stories from real people. We hope you find the episode helpful and if you do...share it:). We would love to help as many as we can in their journey towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Our first REPLAY episode! We wanted to take a quick break from our current Enneagram Subtype Series to replay our most listened to podcast on our show. Many of you are new to our podcast, and we wanted to make sure you had a chance to listen to the episode people have found to be very helpful. In this episode, Nic talks with Shan and special guest Michael Behmer about the practical ways of forgiveness.  Michael is a Marriage and Family Counselor and founder of Aspen Mental Health Group in Colorado.  He specializes in working alongside those who have been hit relationally and professionally by trauma, grief and loss. Needless to say, he has seen many circumstances of intense hurting and pain, and helped many see a pathway towards healing.   Forgiveness is a necessary and incredibly important practice that everyone benefits from, yet often struggles with.  We have distorted views on what it means to forgive and what is required to forgive that often leads us away from what God wants for us.   Life is hard.  People will hurt us.  Forgiveness needs to be a central part in everyones life.  We hope that this conversation helps on that journey.   email info@rocky.church for any questions/suggestions for the podcast If you want to pursue additional information regarding counseling, you can Contact Michael ⁠here⁠.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Part 4 of our 9 part series on Enneagram Subtypes. This week we talk to Susan and Luke, enneagram type 4's, as we learn more about subtypes and what they can tell us. It is one thing to read a description of the various types on the enneagram, it is another thing entirely to hear the stories from real people. We hope you find the episode helpful and if you do...share it:). We would love to help as many as we can in their journey towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Part 3 of our 9 part series on Enneagram Subtypes. This week we talk to Shan and Cindy, enneagram type 3's, as we learn more about subtypes and what they can tell us. It is one thing to read a description of the various types on the enneagram, it is another thing entirely to hear the stories from real people. We hope you find the episode helpful and if you do...share it:). We would love to help as many as we can in their journey towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Part 2 of our 9 part series on Enneagram Subtypes. This week we talk to Makenzie and Denyse, enneagram type 2's, as we learn more about subtypes and what they can tell us. One thing that is clear early in the conversation is that belonging and the desire to help others is central to the type 2. It is one thing to read a description of the various types on the enneagram, it is another thing entirely to hear the stories from real people. We hope you find the episode helpful and if you do...share it:). We would love to help as many as we can in their journey towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

In Today's Episode, Mitch and Nic sit with Shelby and Joel to discuss enneagram type 1's. Specifically, they cover how the instincts of Self-Preservation, Social, and One to One affect the overall experience being and/or living with a Type 1. The conversation delves into the helpfulness and productivity that this personality style can bring as well as the shadow side of living under the tyranny of the "internal critic". Finally, Mitch offers practical advice for any type 1 to try out in order to take a step towards greater health. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Mitch and Nic provide an introduction to our 9-Part Series on Enneagram Subtypes. It can be confusing to wrap our minds around some of the vocabulary and the dynamics between types, instincts and ultimately, subtypes. However, if you're willing to do the work, diving into Enneagram instincts can help you understand yourself and others on new levels. This could be the launching point for you to experience your greatest growth. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Today is part 2 of a 2 part series on staff values at Rocky.  Mitch and Amanda discuss how we developed our last 3 of 6 values that have helped shape our staff culture.  In addition, we discuss the difference between types of values.  Core, aspirational, permission to play, and even accidental.  You don't really want to have accidental values hint hint.  Hope you enjoy the show and find it helpful! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

We have often talked about the "why" of our church and staff values. However, we have never gone step by step through the practical "what" of each one. In this week's episode, Amanda, Shan and Nic discuss the reasons why we have the staff values we have. This is a 2 part series where we break down values 1,2, and 3. In next week's Episode, we will tackled 4, 5, and 6. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Whenever you hear about spiritual warfare, angels and demons; it can be easy to brush off the conversation as taboo or even just silly. However, Shan, Nic and Matt talk about the reality of spiritual warfare in everyday life and how we can recognize it. More importantly, when we partner with and trust in God for every need, we have nothing to be afraid of. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Today Shan and Nic sit down with Steve Cuss, the author of the amazing book, Managing Leadership Anxiety: Yours and Theirs.  Steve comes with an incredible amount of experience as a former Hospital chaplain where he saw first hand the affects of acute trauma and helped guide families through their darkest days.  As you could imagine, Steve witnessed first hand how life experiences create and spread anxiety from person to person.  However, he was surprised to become more aware of his own anxiety and stress that could affect the families he was caring for.  This was the beginning of his study of anxiety and how the Gospel of Jesus can bring healing and respite in the middle of it all.   --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Shan shares of his family's battles with cancer and the reality of the unknown. How do you keep praying when prayer feels like a perpetual "groundhog day"; where each prayer reminds you of roads you've already travelled? How do you pray for and with your kids? How do you maintain faith while you face opposition? Amanda and Nic add insight from their own experiences as they discuss difficult topics. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

Shan and Nic talk with Cindy Fiala about how values can change the culture of your work and home. They discuss practical things like the difference between missional statements and cultural values. Also, how can you tell if your organization has healthy or unhealthy conflict? The conversation moves beyond helping your organization thrive, it delves into how to bring health and peace to your families. Cindy Fiala has worked in the church for over 30 years; as a volunteer, Children's Director, Family Pastor and most recently as an Executive Pastor of Ministries. She is the founder and owner of Collective Co., a coaching and consulting group that works with leaders to help their teams be more effective and productive through clarity and alignment. Her passion is to see people lead and live wholehearted lives at home and at work.  She and her husband John live in Colorado with their two dogs. They have three grown kids, two bonus kids (married into their family) and six grandkids. Connect with Cindy here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

This episode is #4 of a 4 part series based on a 4-week sermon series at Rocky Mountain Christian Church. In this episode, Mitch walks through the practice of S.O.A.R. and how it can take your past and lead you to a more healthy future. Enjoy this enlightening exploration into the enneagram and path toward self-awareness. For More, Visit : Ennealeadershipcoaching.com To purchase the book mentioned in this episode, visit : Ian Cron's Website --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rocky-unscripted/message

This episode is #3 of a 4 part series based on a 4-week sermon series at Rocky Mountain Christian Church. Each episode, Nic and Mitch will look at 3 different Enneagram numbers and how our past shapes our present. However, through self-discovery, prayer, and healing, our past does not have to affect our future in the same ways. Enjoy this enlightening exploration into the enneagram and path toward self-awareness. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

This episode is #2 of a 4 part series based on a 4-week sermon series at Rocky Mountain Christian Church. Each episode, Nic and Mitch will look at 3 different Enneagram numbers and how our past shapes our present. However, through self-discovery, prayer, and healing, our past does not have to affect our future in the same ways. Enjoy this enlightening exploration into the enneagram and path toward self-awareness. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

This episode is 1 of a 4 part series based on a 4-week sermon series at Rocky Mountain Christian Church. Each episode, Nic and Mitch will look at 3 different Enneagram numbers and how our past shapes our present. However, through self-discovery, prayer, and healing, our past does not have to affect our future in the same ways. Enjoy this enlightening exploration into the enneagram and path toward self-awareness. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Starting next week, we are taking a deeper dive into how our past affects our future! Make you join us for all 4 episodes that cover each enneagram personality type as well as a practical final episode on what steps to take. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

In today's story of Grit we sit down with Jana Matthews, who is a long-time partner at Rocky. Jana has been a friend of Amanda's for years, and has recently dealt with a series of overwhelming diagnoses that would often be too much for many of us. Her unique experience with illness, hardship, depression and ultimately renewed faith in God is why we want you to hear her story today. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Every time we set a goal, there is potential for success and failure. For many of us that are participating in the 52 Grit Challenge, we've probably experienced a little of both. In reality, we face much more life-changing decisions that are influenced by previous successes, failures and regrets. Today, we discuss the best ways to fail FORWARD into better decisions in the future. How do you pick yourself up? How do you know when it's time to leave a job, relationship, or situation? All these questions and more are discussed in this week's episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Jack Nugent has had his ups and downs with owning and operating businesses. Sometimes, he had to learn life's big lessons the hard way. Jack tells stories of failing, of succeeding; of almost getting arrested for an illegal business he started in his teens, of avoiding fist fights in the pit when he raced Nascar, and of finding his soulmate, Karla. There's almost no end to the stories Jack can tell, yet they all have 1 thing in common: Grit. If you've met Jack, you've met someone who knows how to use "streetsmarts", reliance on God, and commitment to his family to exemplify grit. Today's conversations is inspirational and we hope you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

The biggest threat to developing Grit is discouragement. Discouragement can come in many forms, but is often picked up when we receive criticism. Unfortunately, the old adage of "everyone's a critic" is often true. Matt, Shan, and Nic discuss personal times they have experienced criticism and how that affected previous decisions. It is important to learn how to positively handle criticism and perhaps more importantly, the best ways to offer criticism. It IS possible to grow in both of these areas and today's episode shares some practical thoughts on how we can do that. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Shan, Amanda and Nic discuss key principles from Rocky's current teaching series called Grit. We believe we are capable of so much more than we realize because we haven't developed a greater sense of Grit in our lives. That is the ability to choose hard things for a greater goal. However, the fear churches often have is that we don't want to push ourselves into "self-help" strategies that move us further away from dependence on God. What is the balance? Where is the line? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Let's begin Rocky Unscripted 2023 the right way! Shan, Matt, Amanda and Nic take time took look back at several highlights of 2022. However, it's not just about listing facts and numbers; all of these highlights are personal. Additionally, Shan shares insight into finding balance between being content and yearning for more. Thank you for being faithful listeners and subscribers, we can't wait to bring more incredible conversations throughout 2023. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Today Matt Cote and Nic Carver talk with Mike Sanford, the recent Head Football Coach at the University of Colorado. Mike has 17 years of experience coaching football in top Schools across the country. His resume is incredible and his experience leads to some great conversation. One thing that everyone realizes when they meet Mike is that he's an incredible guy with lots of energy and positivity. Mike faced a big challenge this year as he took over the head coaching position in the middle of an 0-5 season. He had to lead through personal disappointment, unanswered questions, and focus in on what is truly most important. You'll hear it in this episode clearly, Mike LOVES the players he coaches and it's clear that he has made a big impact in their lives. Today, you're going to hear about the role faith plays in Mike's life, as well as strong leadership lessons that we can all learn from. Mike is a great guy to be around and that'll be clear in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Everyone has experienced the challenges of the holidays. Unmet expectations, illnesses, and family feuds are all realities that we face year after year. However, there are things that we can do to avoid some of these traps and have a much healthier and happier holiday. Amanda and Nic Carver talk about some of their own challenges they've faced, and how they have learned a few ways to help. Thank you for listening to Rocky Unscripted and we hope you have a wonderful and blessed Christmas season! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Today, we talk with Mark Moore. Mark is a teaching pastor at Christ Church of the Vally in Arizona as well as a professor at Ozark Christian College as well as Wheaton in Chicago. Mark was actually a professor of Shan Moyers, our Lead pastor here at Rocky. On top of all of that, he is also a multi-book author including the Core 52 and Quest 52. Both are highly impactful books here at Rocky and I believe can be a huge benefit to you in your faith.  Today we talk about much more than just reading. Mark reveals powerful insight about how God interacts with us as we read the Bible even to the point of scientific research showing that mental health increases the more time we spend reading God's Word.  You're going to love this episode and thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

When you read the Bible, you see a tension between God's Grace, and our good deeds. Which one is most important? In the last several Sunday Messages at Rocky, we have learned that grace cannot be achieved; it can only be received. It is unearned and unmerited. However, we have also heard the Apostle James say that faith without works is dead. Can faith alone save us? Can faith be alive without works? In this Episode; Matt, Mitch, and Nic discuss several points of this conversations including the tensions that it brings. They also look at each Enneagram number and how we all struggle to accept grace in our own unique ways. If you'd like to hear Mitch and Nic discuss the Enneagram in greater detail, listen to Episode 225, or : Click Here --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

We love the holidays! However, Thanksgiving and Christmas can bring lots of challenges along with all of the great times. In preparation for that, we want to help give you some practical steps that we can all put into practice to help us THRIVE during this season. Today, we bring back Michael Behmer, the founder of Aspen mental health services. He provides incredible insight into what we experience during this time of year. Things like expectations, nostalgia, family dynamics, and poor life choices when it comes to food and drink. Grab a pen to take notes because you will want to use the tips we talk about today! If you are interested to learn more about professional therapy, we thoroughly recommend it! For more information, contact Michael Behmer and his team here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

Today Nic and Mitch sit with Derek Voorhees to discuss reading the Bible. Many people agree that we should read the Bible as part of our growth and understanding of God, however, it can be confusing to know where to begin, how to understand it, and how to stay engaged as we move forward in our faith. Derek is the president of Boise Bible College and holds degrees from Ozark Christian College as well as a Doctorate from Dallas Theological Seminary and he humbly provides direction and how to overcome these challenges. It is a great conversation that we have found helpful and we're excited to share with you. If you're listening near the time of this podcast's original air date (Oct. 31, 2022) register for the Seminar with Derek HERE: --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

We are giving everyone a special sneak peek into Rocky Worship's third new single from their upcoming album "Where You Are." The album won't be released until November 4th, so this first listen is a great way to get excited about what's ahead. In addition, Nic invites Luke Hall and Dane Voorhees to discuss behind the scenes insight into the writing and producing of the songs. We feel like these stories help make the music come alive even more. Enjoy and share with your friends! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/rocky-unscripted/message

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