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This message looks at the tension every follower of Jesus feels. We are saved by grace, not by works, but we are still called to walk in the good works God prepared for us. So how do we take real steps without turning discipleship into religious activity? How do we grow without making it all about ourselves? From John 15, Galatians 5, Acts 2, Colossians 2, and Ephesians 2, this message is a reminder that every step matters when every step is taking us closer to the Vine.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

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What if the Christian life was never meant to be powered by hustle, pressure, and trying harder? In this message from John 15 and Luke 6, Pastor Josh unpacks the difference between religious activity and real abiding in Jesus. Growth does not come from forcing fruit, hiding your wounds, or proving yourself to God. It comes from staying connected to the true vine, bringing the broken places into the presence of Jesus, and trusting Him to do what only He can do. If you have ever felt exhausted by faith, trapped in performance, wounded by religion, or unsure if God could really meet you in the middle of your mess, this message is for you. Jesus is not asking for a polished version of you. He is inviting you to come to Him, receive rest for your soul, and experience the kind of restoration that only happens when your heart is surrendered, not just your hustle.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

In John 15, Jesus tells us that He is the vine and we are the branches. The goal of the Christian life is not to grit our teeth, try harder, and force ourselves to produce fruit. The goal is to remain connected to Him. When we abide in Jesus, the Holy Spirit begins to produce the character of Christ in us, not because we are perfect, but because we are learning to follow Him one step at a time. In this message, Pastor Josh continues the From The Vine series by looking at the road between two dangerous ditches: religion and rebellion. Religion makes faith all about rules, rebellion makes life all about us, but relationship keeps us walking with Jesus. Through John 15, Psalm 143, Galatians 5, and Philippians 2, we are reminded that God is not asking us to manufacture spiritual fruit on our own. He is inviting us to trust His Spirit, surrender every part of our lives, and let Him lead us forward on firm footing.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

The closure of the Strait of Hormuz is sending shockwaves through global supply chains—particularly across petrochemicals, resins, and other composite manufacturing materials. Joining the podcast this week is Dawn Hersey, Ph.D., a combat veteran and subject matter expert in resilience, stability, and conflict. She owns Ferndon Consulting, an Intelligence firm. Her expertise is in international conflict, geopolitical... The post Discussing the Strait of Hormuz Conflict and Supply Chain Disruptions with Dawn Hersey, PhD. first appeared on Cast Polymer Radio.

What if the Christian life was never meant to be powered by trying harder? In this message, Pastor Josh opens the series From the Vine by walking through John 15 and the words of Jesus, “I am the vine, you are the branches.” Too often, we make the goal of faith about producing fruit, fixing ourselves, proving ourselves, or showing God we are doing enough. But Jesus points us to something deeper and better. The focus is not striving for fruit. The focus is remaining in Him. Using the picture of two miles of ditch for every mile of road, this message explores how followers of Jesus can drift into either rebellion or religion, while Jesus keeps inviting us back to the road of relationship. If you have ever felt stuck between doing whatever you want and trying to earn God's approval, this message is an invitation to come back to the Vine, learn the voice of the Good Shepherd, and ask the simple prayer that can reshape everything: teach me to abide.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!The Lebold Mansion in Abilene, Kansas, was built on the very grounds where Abilene's founders, Tim and Eliza Hersey, built their stone dugout in 1857. The Hersey dugout, ingeniously incorporated into the mansion's tower, offers a glimpse into the humble beginnings of this historic site.The mansion was built in 1880 for banker Conrad Lebold and its halls have witnessed a whirlwind of fortune and misfortune. From Lebold's bankruptcy in 1889 to a revolving door of owners facing financial ruin, this mansion seemed cursed by a cycle of abandonment and decay.Today, the mansion continues to captivate visitors with its rich and unique architecture. Owner Joseph Tatner ensures there's always something intriguing happening within its walls. The Lebold Mansion is ready to share its stories with those daring enough to listen.Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOThe Lebold Mansion in Abilene, Kansas, was built on the very grounds where Abilene's founders, Tim and Eliza Hersey, built their stone dugout in 1857. The Hersey dugout, ingeniously incorporated into the mansion's tower, offers a glimpse into the humble beginnings of this historic site.The mansion was built in 1880 for banker Conrad Lebold and its halls have witnessed a whirlwind of fortune and misfortune. From Lebold's bankruptcy in 1889 to a revolving door of owners facing financial ruin, this mansion seemed cursed by a cycle of abandonment and decay.Today, the mansion continues to captivate visitors with its rich and unique architecture. Owner Joseph Tatner ensures there's always something intriguing happening within its walls. The Lebold Mansion is ready to share its stories with those daring enough to listen.#LeboldMansion #AbileneKansas #HauntedKansas #HistoricHauntings #HauntedHistory #ParanormalKansas #CursedProperties #HauntedMansion #MidwestHauntings #GhostStoriesLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

This message gets into one of the hardest parts of following Jesus that nobody really likes talking about: authority, honor, humility, and what our faith looks like behind closed doors. It is easy to love the parts of Jesus that feel comforting and inspiring. It is a lot harder when His words start touching our pride, our reactions, our attitude toward people over us, and the quiet compromises we justify when nobody else sees them. This sermon walks through what Scripture says about submission, leadership, rebellion, integrity, and the kind of hidden character that actually shapes our lives more than public moments ever will. Through stories, honest tension, humor, and some deeply personal moments, this message challenges the idea that discipleship is only about what happens on a stage or inside a church service. Sometimes the clearest picture of who is really leading our life shows up in how we treat a boss we dislike, a parent we push against, authority we disagree with, or the conversations we have when nobody is watching. If Jesus really is Lord, then that reality eventually reaches every corner of our lives, even the uncomfortable ones.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

4/29/26 (co-host Brain Adams) Amy Newshore, relationship coach: need help? Lynn Hersey, Smith BBall Coach, & star player Hannah Martin: women's sports and what it takes to win. Gretchen Savenson from the Rich Earth Institute: Peecycling. Larry Hott w/ Roger Sorkin on “The Burden” & “Tidewater:” fossil fuels & the military.

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What you do in private is shaping who you become in public. In this message from the Behind Closed Doors series, we take an honest look at the hidden places of our lives. Those places where integrity is formed, where compromise starts, and where real discipleship actually happens. Using stories like Joseph's quiet obedience and David's hidden failure, this message challenges the idea of strength and exposes the danger of trying to do life in our own effort. If you've ever felt the tension between who you are in public and who you are when no one is watching, this will hit home. Real strength is not found in image or effort, but in surrender, humility, and a life aligned with Jesus.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

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What happens in your life when nobody else is watching might matter more than anything people ever see. In this opening message of Behind Closed Doors, we step into the reality that faith is not built on stages or in public moments, but in the quiet, unseen places where our hearts are formed. This message explores what it really means to follow Jesus from the inside out, not through behavior or performance, but through a genuine love that shapes how we live when it is just us and God. Right after celebrating an incredible Easter where lives were changed, this message brings us back to something deeper and more personal. It challenges the idea that following Jesus is about trying harder and reminds us that real transformation happens as we walk with Him daily, learning to love Him more and align our lives to who He already is. This is an honest, grounding look at discipleship that moves beyond appearances and into a faith that is real, personal, and lived out in the secret places.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

This message is built around a question most people don't slow down long enough to answer honestly: do I actually follow Jesus, or have I just been around Him? We walk through some of Jesus' own words that are easy to hear but hard to sit with, especially when He talks about the narrow path, what it really means to call Him Lord, and the difference between doing things for God and actually knowing Him. This message isn't about being better or trying harder. It's about understanding what Jesus already did, and deciding what you're going to do with Him. There's a moment in the message where the crowd chooses Barabbas over Jesus, and it forces the same question we all have to answer in our own lives. What will I do with Jesus? Not in theory, but for real. Wherever you're at with God, whether you've followed Him for years, you're unsure, or you've been keeping Him at a distance, this is an honest look at what Easter actually confronts in all of us. Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card  

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What does it actually mean to have the mind of Christ? In this message, we walk through and uncover a truth that is both freeing and confronting. The mind of Christ is not about gaining intelligence, success, or control over life. It is about becoming like Jesus in how we think, live, and love. Looking at Philippians 2, we see that Jesus, though fully God, chose humility, obedience, and sacrifice. He did not use His position for His own advantage. Instead, He laid it down for others. That mindset changes everything. This message challenges the way we often approach faith. Many want the benefits of Jesus without adopting the posture of Jesus. But the invitation is deeper than that. It is a call to live selflessly, to step into discomfort for the sake of others, and to reflect the heart of Christ in everyday life.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

There is a kind of life that refuses to blend in. A life that does not follow the patterns of culture, but instead is shaped by something deeper, something eternal. In this message from our Misfit Mindset series, we step into the tension of what it means to live set apart in a world that constantly pulls us toward comfort, control, and conformity. What happens when following Jesus does not make life easier, but actually leads you through storms? This message dives into the reality that the battle is not just around us, it is within us. Our thoughts, our focus, and our perspective are where the real fight takes place. Scripture reminds us that we are not powerless, and that even in trials, God is doing something deeper than we can see.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!The Lebold Mansion in Abilene, Kansas, was built on the very grounds where Abilene's founders, Tim and Eliza Hersey, built their stone dugout in 1857. The Hersey dugout, ingeniously incorporated into the mansion's tower, offers a glimpse into the humble beginnings of this historic site.The mansion was built in 1880 for banker Conrad Lebold and its halls have witnessed a whirlwind of fortune and misfortune. From Lebold's bankruptcy in 1889 to a revolving door of owners facing financial ruin, this mansion seemed cursed by a cycle of abandonment and decay.Today, the mansion continues to captivate visitors with its rich and unique architecture. Owner Joseph Tatner ensures there's always something intriguing happening within its walls. The Lebold Mansion is ready to share its stories with those daring enough to listen.Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOThe Lebold Mansion in Abilene, Kansas, was built on the very grounds where Abilene's founders, Tim and Eliza Hersey, built their stone dugout in 1857. The Hersey dugout, ingeniously incorporated into the mansion's tower, offers a glimpse into the humble beginnings of this historic site.The mansion was built in 1880 for banker Conrad Lebold and its halls have witnessed a whirlwind of fortune and misfortune. From Lebold's bankruptcy in 1889 to a revolving door of owners facing financial ruin, this mansion seemed cursed by a cycle of abandonment and decay.Today, the mansion continues to captivate visitors with its rich and unique architecture. Owner Joseph Tatner ensures there's always something intriguing happening within its walls. The Lebold Mansion is ready to share its stories with those daring enough to listen.#TheGraveTalks #LeboldMansion #AbileneKansas #HauntedKansas #HistoricMansion #HauntedHistory #GhostStories #ParanormalPodcast #HauntedAmerica #VictorianMansion #FrontierHistory #ParanormalInvestigation Love real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Most battles in life are not happening around us. They are happening inside our minds. In this message from the Misfit Mindset series, we explore how the real fight for believers is often the battle for our thoughts. Scripture tells us to take every thought captive and to fix our minds on what is true, honorable, and worthy of praise. But that is much easier said than done. Worry, frustration, distractions, and everyday conflicts can quietly pull our thinking in the wrong direction before we even realize it. This teaching walks through passages like Philippians 4 and 2 Corinthians 10 to show how God invites us into a different way of thinking. Instead of living trapped in cycles of worry or frustration, we learn how to replace those thoughts with prayer and trust. When that shift happens, something powerful follows. God begins guarding our hearts and minds with a peace that does not even make sense to the world around us.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Knowing that devastating judgment is descending on Israel, the prophet affirms that God is his strength. To appreciate the depth of Habakkuk's hope we must understanding the Hebrew language used in its contexts (plural), including the species of deer in Israel. Dr. Oliver Hersey, who has been on this podcast before, is the 11th president of Jerusalem University College. This college, located on the southwestern corner of Mount Zion, Israel, equips for ministry by providing immersive study of the ancient and modern contexts of Israel and the surrounding regions for a deepened understanding of God and his word. Check out related programs at Wheaton College: B.A. in Classical Languages (Greek, Latin, Hebrew): https://bit.ly/46qmYsc  M.A. in Biblical Exegesis: https://bit.ly/4qYJdgj     

What if the freedom you've been fighting for is not about trying harder but thinking differently? In this fourth installment of the Misfit Mindset series, we dive into Colossians 3, Ephesians 4, Hebrews 4, and 1 Corinthians 10 to uncover what real repentance means and how to overcome sin, addiction, shame, and destructive patterns by leaning into the Rock instead of running from God. Discover the difference between to shuv and metanoia, why willpower is not enough to defeat temptation, how Satan distorts our view of God, and how to come boldly to the throne of grace even after you fail; if you are wrestling with sin, stuck in cycles, or longing for true spiritual freedom, this message will shift your mindset and draw you closer to the heart of the Father.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Leah starts off Rest as Resistance Month with the woman who wrote the book on it, Tricia Hersey. Learn all about the amazing teaching artist and founder of the Nap Ministry. "Rest is a healing portal to our deepest selves. Rest is care. Rest is radical." - Tricia Hersey from Rest is Resistance

If you've ever felt the tension of following Jesus in a world that keeps pulling you to conform, this message is for you. In Week 3 of Misfit Mindset, we unpack what it really means to live different on purpose. Rooted in Psalm 143:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17–21, and John 15, this teaching explores the powerful truth that identity comes before activity and that in order to do the will of God, we must first learn to abide in Him. We are not working for acceptance but from it. We are ambassadors of Christ, called to represent Him in a culture that often moves the opposite direction. This message will challenge you to rethink your relationship with God, stir your affection for Him, and discover how to stay connected to the Vine so real spiritual fruit can grow. If you want to understand what it means to be a disciple of Jesus, walk in your new identity in Christ, and live a life that truly reflects the gospel, lean in and watch to the end.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

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In Week 2 of Misfit Mindset, Pastor Josh Hersey unpacks the powerful truth that identity precedes activity, showing from 1 Peter 2, John 3, Romans 8, Colossians 3, and Romans 12 that we do not earn our place with God by performance but receive it through adoption into His family. Through the story of Nicodemus and the language of being born again, this message confronts the exhausting mindset of striving and replaces it with the freedom of sonship, reminding us that when we truly understand who we are in Christ, we begin to live differently on purpose. If you have ever wrestled with trying to do enough for God, this teaching reframes discipleship around intimacy, transformation of the mind, and learning to live from identity rather than for approval.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

What if following Jesus was never meant to make you fit in? In this message kicking off the Misfit Mindset series, we explore what it really means to live different on purpose in a world constantly trying to shape us into its mold. Drawing from 1 Peter 2, Romans 12, and Jesus' declaration at Caesarea Philippi, this teaching unpacks how identity in Christ reshapes the way we think, live, and respond to culture. From money and relationships to purity, purpose, and daily decisions, discover why transformation starts in the mind, why misfits are actually disciples, and how God gives us both the desire and the power to live His will. If you've ever felt called out, set apart, or out of place, this message is for you.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

As our church concludes 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, we pause to do something essential before moving forward: remember Jesus. In this message, we look at Acts 2 and 1 Corinthians 11 to rediscover the heart of communion not as routine or ritual, but as a sacred act of devotion that shapes how we live, love, and stay anchored to Christ beyond the fast. This teaching challenges us to resist overindulgence, reject status and division, and return to the simplicity of the gospel. Communion becomes a reminder that the ground is level at the cross, that Jesus alone satisfies, and that remembering Him is the key to staying surrendered, humble, and spiritually nourished long after the fast ends.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

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In this sermon from the Draw Near series, Pastor Josh Hersey teaches from Luke 7:36–50, unpacking the story of the sinful woman with the alabaster jar and the Pharisee who invited Jesus into his home but failed to honor Him. This message explores the difference between surface-level faith and full surrender, revealing how religious familiarity can keep Jesus in the courtyard of our lives while true repentance leads us to worship at His feet. Through rich biblical context, this teaching answers questions about what surrender to Jesus really looks like, the meaning of true repentance, and why the gospel is not about self-righteousness but humility, grace, and love. If you've ever wondered what it means to surrender all to Jesus, this message will challenge and encourage you to lay everything down before Him.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Today I welcome David Politi, Bruce Hersey, and Joanne Twombly on the podcast to talk about their new book, IFS-Informed EMDR: Creative and Collaborative Appraoches. We talk about why this book is needed, what it took to bring together more than 20 contributors, and why integrating these models can create more options, more flexibility, and more hope for clients.  We talk about: Bringing together 21 contributors and creating a true community project Why integration can help when clients get stuck in one modality The idea that there is a natural, underlying healing process beyond any single model  Coping skills, resourcing, and the diverging views on when and how to use them  Joanne's "fire drill" and using IFS to work with therapist countertransference  Why strong foundational training in both IFS and EMDR matters before integrating them  The belief that there is no "perfect model," and that relationship and Self Energy matter most  There's a lot of heart here, a lot of theory, and a lot of love for clients, the field, and each other. I'm excited for you to listen, and be sure to catch my extended interview with them over on Substack. About the Guests Bruce Hersey, LCSW is widely recognized for his work integrating EMDR and IFS. Together with Michelle Richardson, he created the Syzygy Institute, which offers training and certification in IIE. Bruce is an Approved Consultant in EMDR and an IFS Approved Clinical Consultant, providing individual and group IFS and IIE consultation. He has led numerous IFS workshops and presented at the IFS International Conference, as well as EMDRIA and international EMDR conferences.  www.syzygyinstitute.com, www.brucehersey.com, and www.emdrifs.com. David Polidi, LICSW, M.Ed. is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Certified EMDR Consultant in Training, and has also been trained in IFS. He has worked with children and families since 2000 and has been in private practice for the past five years. David developed and facilitates the online couples workshop Deepen the Conversation, and hosts the podcast Empowered Through Compassion, where he speaks with innovators in psychology about integrating EMDR, IFS, and other trauma-healing approaches. www.empoweredthroughcompassion.com. Joanne H. Twombly, LICSW is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over thirty years of experience working with Complex PTSD and Dissociative Disorders. She is a Certified EMDR Consultant and an IFS Certified Therapist. Joanne is a Trauma and Recovery Humanitarian Assistance Program Facilitator and a Clinical Hypnosis Consultant. She is the past president of the New England Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation and has received a Distinguished Achievement Award from the International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation, where she is also an ISSTD Fellow. Joanne recently published Trauma and Dissociation Informed Internal Family Systems: How to Successfully Treat Complex PTSD and Dissociative Disorders. www.joannetwombly.net. About The One Inside I started this podcast to help spread IFS out into the world and make the model more accessible to everyone. Seven years later, that's still at the heart of all we do.  Join The One Inside Substack community for bonus conversations, extended interviews, meditations, and more. Find Self-Led merch at The One Inside store. Listen to episodes and watch clips on YouTube. Follow me on Instagram @ifstammy or on Facebook at The One Inside with Tammy Sollenberger. I co-create The One Inside with Jeff Schrum, a Level 2 IFS practitioner and coach. Resources New to IFS? My book, The One Inside: Thirty Days to Your Authentic Self, is a great place to start. Want a free meditation? Sign up for my email list and get "Get to Know a Should Part" right away. Sponsorship Want to sponsor an episode of The One Inside? Email Tammy. 

What does it mean to truly press in to Jesus and not just be part of the crowd around Him? In this message, we walk through Luke 8 and the story of the woman who risked everything to touch the hem of Jesus' garment, discovering that desperation, faith, and deliberate pursuit get His attention. This teaching unpacks the cultural weight of “clean and unclean,” reveals how Jesus rewrites the rules of access to God, and challenges us to examine whether we are following Him for what He can give or simply for who He is. If you feel unworthy, distant, or desperate for something only God can do, this message is an invitation to stop hiding, press in, and encounter the grace that makes the unclean clean.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

As we begin 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting, this message launches our Draw Near series with a simple but challenging invitation: be still. Using the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10 and Jesus' words in John 15, we are reminded that fruitfulness does not come from striving or religious effort, but from abiding in Christ. In a fast-paced, driven culture, Jesus calls us back to His original design of relationship, rest, and closeness with God. This teaching unpacks what it means to remain in the vine, why doing for God must flow from being with Him, and how slowing down in His presence leads to real transformation. This is an invitation to stop striving, sit at His feet, and rediscover the one thing that truly matters.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Vision Sunday is always a moment to pause, look back with gratitude, and look forward with clarity. In this message, Pastor Josh reflects on what God has done over the past year at Church on the Rock and where He is leading us next. From lives changed and baptisms celebrated to missions expanded and new discipleship pathways formed, this isn't a story about numbers or growth for growth's sake. It's about faithfulness. Drawing from Matthew 25, Psalm 143, and Jesus' compassion for the crowds in Matthew 9, we're reminded that fruit is always the result of faithfulness and that God entrusts more to those who steward well what's already in their hands. As we step into a new year, this message calls every person to take personal ownership of discipleship. Discipleship is not something done to us; it's who we are. You'll hear why we're launching Thursday night services, how this creates space for our plus ones, and why 100 percent participation remains our primary goal. Whether you're new, returning, or have called this church home for years, this message invites you to ask a simple prayer: “Teach me to do Your will, for You are my God.” If we remain faithful, we trust God to bring the fruit, together.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

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Christmas is often painted as peaceful and predictable, but the true story of Jesus is filled with disruption, urgency, and unexpected turns. In this message from the Why So Merry? series, we step into Matthew 2 and the overlooked tension of the Christmas story, where Joseph is forced to uproot his family overnight to protect the very Messiah he was entrusted with. Through Joseph's immediate obedience and willingness to follow God into unfamiliar territory, we see a powerful picture of how God often works through unexpected change rather than around it. Loss, transitions, new callings, and sudden shifts are not interruptions to God's plan, they are often the pathway through which He leads us.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Christmas is not just a feel good story about lights, songs, and a baby in a manger. It is a real story that stepped into real pain, real loss, and real human grief. In this message, we slow down and look beneath the surface of the Christmas narrative to see how the birth of Jesus collided with broken lives, political fear, and unimaginable sorrow. From Mary and Joseph's costly obedience to the heartbreaking reality of loss surrounding Jesus' arrival, we are reminded that Christmas has always carried both joy and sorrow at the same time. This message speaks directly to anyone who finds the season heavy, confusing, or painful and wonders how it can still be called merry.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Sometimes Christmas looks like lights and laughter and mistletoe, and sometimes it brings the parts of life we do not talk about until we have to. In this message we take a deeper look at Joseph and discover what to do when relationships are complicated, tension rises, and you feel the pull to react instead of respond. Joseph shows us a man who faced confusion, disappointment, and a story that made no sense at first, yet he chose obedience and honor in a moment that could have wrecked everything. His life gives a picture of how God forms us through the people around us, even the difficult ones.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Fresh off the long Thanksgiving weekend, Jim and Lauren crawl out from under their leftover Pilgrim sandwiches to talk about Zootopia 2 absolutely owning the holiday box office, how that might shape Disney's sequel strategy, and the must-have merch that is already slithering into the parks. They also dig into McDonald's massive 70th anniversary Happy Meal promotion, Disney's official holiday book guide, and a couple of doorstop tomes that are now living in the Hersey household. In the back half, Jim takes Lauren on a whirlwind tour through nearly 80 years of Disney's talking-animal history - from Song of the South all the way to Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde. NEWS • Zootopia 2's Thanksgiving opening pulls in a projected 156 million dollars domestically and around 400 million dollars overseas in just five days - more than half a billion total and one of the biggest Thanksgiving hauls ever. • How those numbers stack up against Wicked for Good and last year's Moana 2, plus why Universal probably is not panicking while it waits for the inevitable Wicked sing-along edition and a newly announced Galinda prequel novel. • The debut of Gary the Snake - a gloriously weird Zootopia 2 sipper at Disneyland - and Jim's crusade to track down Nog the snow seal pup plush that was gifted to Disney Television Animation staffers. • McDonald's 70th celebration Happy Meal, featuring 70 different Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and classic character toys with two figures per box - plus online grumbling over who made the cut (hello, Clarabelle) and who suspiciously did not (sorry, Cinderella). • Disney Parks Blog's holiday book guide, from deep-dive art and history titles like the X Atencio tribute and John Landau's memoir to Moana's “What if she stole the heart?” Twisted Tale, kid-friendly atlases, scratch-n-sniff adventures, and the giant Holiday Magic at the Disney Parks and Bring the Magic Home books currently threatening Lauren's fingernails. FEATURE • A crash course in Disney's history with anthropomorphized animals - starting with the animated sequences in 1946's Song of the South and why so many artists remembered that era as their happiest time at the studio after returning from World War II. • The rise and fall of the abandoned Chanticleer project, the “Roy's Boys” money feud with Walt, and how that detour accidentally sent Mark Davis to Imagineering where he helped create icons like Pirates of the Caribbean and Haunted Mansion. • How The Aristocats, Robin Hood, and even The Jungle Book paved the way for modern animal worlds - including the infamous animation recycling in Robin Hood's “Phony King of England” sequence that sharp-eyed fans still spot today. • The long development path from the shelved spy thriller Savage Seas, starring Jack Savage, to the fully realized animal metropolis of Zootopia - including John Lasseter's notes, Jared Bush's CIA family background, and the last-minute decision to swap Nick Wilde out for Judy Hopps as the true lead. HOSTS • Jim Hill - IG: @JimHillMedia | X: @JimHillMedia | Website: JimHillMedia.com • Lauren Hersey - IG: @lauren_hersey_ | X: @laurenhersey2 FOLLOW • Facebook: JimHillMediaNews • Instagram: JimHillMedia • TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - Strong Minded Agency SPONSOR This episode of I Want That Too is brought to you by our friends at UnlockedMagic.com - the same trusted team behind the DVC Rental Store and DVC Resale Market. If you are planning a trip to Central Florida to visit Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando, the Unlocked Magic crew has some of the best deals on tickets, so do yourself a favor and use UnlockedMagic.com to make your next vacation just a little more magical. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this first message of our Christmas series Why So Merry?, we look at Mary's moment in Luke 1 when she felt confused and disturbed. Christmas is full of lights, food, movies, and all the things we enjoy, but it is also full of real life. Some are celebrating while others are carrying grief, tension, anxiety, or unanswered questions. Pastor Josh shows how Mary teaches us to respond to God instead of reacting to everything around us. Even when life feels messy or unclear, God is present and moving.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

When the king of Egypt is first introduced in our OT book of Exodus he is not named, nor thereafter. But the book itself in Hebrew is called "Names," and even the midwives are named (Exod. 1:15). Egyptians tended to treat the kings of their enemies the same way. Dr. Oliver Hersey is the 11th president of Jerusalem University College. This college, located on the southwestern corner of Mount Zion, equips for ministry by providing immersive study of the ancient and modern contexts of Israel and the surrounding regions for a deepened understanding of God and his word. B.A. in Classical Languages (Greek, Latin, Hebrew): https://bit.ly/4qXJAsL  M.A. in Biblical Exegesis: https://bit.ly/4i2FEmo 

When we talk about generosity, it's never just about money. It's about trust. In this message, Pastor Josh teaches how returning the tithe and giving offerings are not transactions but transformations. We don't give to get; we give because everything already belongs to God. Psalm 24 says, “The earth is the Lord's and everything in it.” When we see ourselves not as owners but as stewards, it changes how we live, how we lead, and how we love. This final message in the Lead Me series calls us to walk generously, trusting God with what we have and believing His way is always better than ours. Whether you're stepping into tithing for the first time or being stretched to give above and beyond, this is a moment to let faith lead you forward. God's will is good, His path is firm footing, and His promise is sure: when we return to Him what is His, there will always be bread in His house and stories of changed lives to tell. Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

When Jesus said, “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also,” He wasn't talking about money, He was talking about order. In this message, Pastor Josh Hersey walks through what it means to walk orderly in every area of life, especially in how we handle what God's given us. From Mark 12 to Matthew 6, from creation to Cain and Abel, we see a clear pattern: God is first, God went first, and God requires first. When we put Him in His rightful place, everything else finds its rhythm again. This teaching challenges us to see giving not as a transaction but as transformation. It's a conversation about trust, not totals. When we bring our first and our best to God, we're declaring that our peace, security, and satisfaction don't come from things, they come from Him. Whether you're new to faith or have walked with Jesus for years, this message will stir your heart to reorder your life around what matters most. Our weekly worship service and message from St. Augustine, Florida.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

Damon gets to talk to Greg about Florida, his multi-percussion setup, what he will present at PASIC 50, festivals, degrees, and so much more. There's also other segments like educational spotlights and music news.

The penultimate horror film in Have You Ever Seen's 10th Annual Scary Movie Month was a blockbuster and an Oscar-winner. And that's unusual for the relentless and unsubtle director Darren Aronofsky. He isn't often rewarded so much for the chances he takes. This 693rd episode talks about how the intense Black Swan is women-centric, even as the women in it go through hell. Natalie Portman won Best Actress for playing a lonely ballet dancer who was deluded even before the movie started. Then after she gets the lead role in Swan Lake, she shows us levels of masochism, obsession and deep mental illness. Real versus imagined. Mila Kunis, Barbara Hershey and Vincent Cassell hit some home runs too, with Hersey eating it up as Portman's possessive and abusive mother. So put on your feathers and get ready for an episode all about the sordid and dangerous world of ballet. Well, Actually: Mother! wasn't a complete failure at the box office and Noah didn't do THAT badly worldwide. Be a sweet girl (or a sweet boy) and write a review of this or any other HYES episode. Rate it too (5 stars!). And subscribe to the show. The email address is "haveyoueverseenpodcast@gmail.com". The socials are “@moviefiend51” on the T and “ryan-ellis” on the B. If you spend time on Letterboxd, look for me as "RyanHYES". I tend to focus on modern movies (contrasting the M-O of this podcast) and will probably do a lot more reviewing there in mid-November and beyond.

In a world that says “do what feels right,” this message flips the script. What if the way forward in your faith isn't about getting more but giving more? Pastor Josh walks through Romans 12 and the call to walk sacrificially, to present our lives as a living offering to God. Through powerful stories, laughter, and conviction, he shows how sacrifice is not loss but worship, how God's way always leads to a firmer footing, and how one person's obedience can change generations. If you've ever wondered what it really means to trust God with all of you, not just a percentage, this message will challenge and inspire you. You'll leave asking, “What might God want to do through my sacrifice?” and realizing that the life He calls us to give up is the one we were made to live all along.   Did you accept Christ today? Fill out our digital connection card: https://churchontherock.net/connect-card

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