In a world that often gives up on people who make mistakes, our God stands apart as the One who pursues us with mercy and offers second chances. In Jonah 3, we see God giving Jonah—and the entire city of Nineveh—a chance to turn back, obey, and experience His forgiveness. This message dives into the heart of God’s mercy, revealing how He calls each of us to embrace our second chances, respond obediently to His direction, and witness the transformative power of repentance. Just as God extended grace to Jonah and Nineveh, He extends it to us, inviting us into a renewed relationship with Him and a fresh start.

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Rockwell Church Nov 3, 2024 Pastor Chris Teien
God of Second Chances Jonah 3:1-10

#1 Embrace God’s Second Chances (3:1-2)

#2 Act in Obedience to God’s Call (3:3-4)

#3 Witness Transformation and Mercy (3:5-10)

"God never made a promise that was too good to be true." – D. L. Moody

In this encouraging message from Jonah 2, Pastor Chris Teien explores what it means to find hope in the most desperate moments of life. Just as Jonah cried out to God from the belly of a great fish, we too can experience God’s presence and deliverance in our darkest times. Discover how prayer, trust in God's sovereignty, and gratitude can transform your perspective when everything seems hopeless. Join us as we learn valuable lessons from Jonah's journey and see how God’s grace can rescue us, even when we feel swallowed by our circumstances. Listen now to be encouraged and inspired to cry out to God, trust His plan, and thank Him in advance for the deliverance that is on the way!

Rockwell Church Oct 27, 2024 Pastor Chris Teien
Finding Hope in Desperation Jonah 1:17-2:10

#1 Jonah’s & Jesus’ EXPERIENCE (Jonah 1:17, Matt 12:40)

#2 Cry Out to God in Your DISTRESS (Jonah 2:1-2)

#3 Recognize God’s SOVEREIGNTY in Your Life (Jonah 2:3-6)

#4 Thank God for His DELIVERANCE (Jonah 2:7-10)

“When gratitude becomes your default setting, life changes.” – Max Lucado, pastor and author.


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Today we start a new sermon series, "Encouragement from the Book of Jonah." In the first message, "Answering God's Call," we’ll explore how God calls each of us to step out of our comfort zones and embrace His purpose for our lives. Discover how Jonah's story reveals the importance of recognizing God’s voice and facing life's challenges with courage. Whether you’re wrestling with a big decision or seeking direction, this message will inspire you to stop running and start following God's lead. Come and be encouraged to take the first step towards fulfilling your calling.

Rockwell Church Oct 20, 2024 Pastor Chris Teien
Answering God's Call Jonah 1

#1 Recognize God’s Call in Your Life (v.1-2)

#2 Stop Running Away from God’s Plan (v.3-10)

#3 Trust God in the Storms and Surrender to His Discipline (v.11-17)

A special time with Trevor Rubenstein from Chosen People Ministries, an evangelist with a powerful testimony. Originally from Virginia, Minnesota, Trevor was raised in a Conservative Jewish home, but later turned to atheism and struggled with depression and substance abuse. After an unexpected encounter with Jesus, his life was transformed, and he found a deep calling to share the message of hope and salvation. Trevor now dedicates his life to evangelism, especially reaching out to the Jewish community and those struggling with depression or addiction. He will challenge you to share your faith story and make a difference in the world.

Have you ever felt like your past mistakes or failures have made you unworthy of following Jesus? This Sunday’s message, “Finding Jesus’ Grace When You Feel Disqualified” (John 21:15-25), focuses on the powerful story of Peter’s restoration after denying Jesus three times. Even when Peter thought he had ruined everything, Jesus met him with grace, restored him, and gave him a renewed calling. If you’ve ever felt unworthy, disqualified, or ready to give up, this message will remind you that Jesus’ grace is greater than any failure. Join us at Rockwell Church this Sunday for an encouraging and uplifting service. We’ll explore how Jesus meets us with compassion and a fresh start, no matter what we’ve been through. We will also be celebrating Communion, reflecting on the forgiveness and restoration we receive through Jesus’ sacrifice. Whether you’re looking for hope, a fresh beginning, or just encouragement to keep going, we invite you to experience the power of God’s grace.

Rockwell Church October 6, 2024 Pastor Chris Teien
Finding Jesus Grace When You Feel Disqualified
John 21:15-25

#1 Jesus Grace Restores Us After Failure (v.15)

#2 Jesus Grace Recommissions Us for Service (v.16-17)

#3 Jesus Grace Calls Us to Follow Him Despite Our Struggles (v.18-19)

#4 Jesus Grace Helps Us Stay Focused on Our Personal Calling (v.20-22)

Discover the life-changing power found in the name of Jesus as we study John 20:29-31 this Sunday. We'll learn how faith in His name can shape our prayers, transform our lives, and lead us to experience the fullness of God’s promises. Whether you're seeking encouragement or looking to grow in your relationship with Christ, this message will provide practical insights for living with confidence in His strength and authority.

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Rockwell Church Sept 29, 2024 Pastor Chris Teien
Faith, Prayer and the Power of Jesus Name
John 20:29-31

#1 Understanding the Authority of Jesus’ Name

#2 Living in the Victory of Jesus’ Name

#3 Praying in Jesus’ Name with Confidence

#4 Experiencing Transformation through the Power of His Name

In a world filled with uncertainty and distractions, how can we find true joy? This Sunday, we will explore the transformative process of sanctification—being made holy through God’s power—and how it leads to lasting joy in every area of our lives. Discover how God’s Word, His protection, and following Jesus’ example can bring you closer to Him and fill your heart with joy.

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Rockwell Church Sept 22, 2024 Pastor Chris Teien
How to Experience Sanctification that Leads to Joy
John 17:13-19

#1 Sanctification Comes Through God’s WORD (John 17:17)

#2 Sanctification is a Lifelong PROCESS (John 17:19)

#3 Sanctification Protects Us from the WORLD (John 17:14-16)

#4 Sanctification Prepares us to be USEFUL to God (John 17:18)

#5 Sanctification Leads to True JOY (John 17:13)

In His prayer for all believers, Jesus emphasizes the importance of unity, love, and shared fellowship. Join us this Sunday as we look at John 17:20-26 to discover how we can effectively follow Jesus together. Learn why Jesus prayed for unity, how we can reflect Christ’s love to the world, and His plan for us to personally experience God’s glory through the church. By living out these truths together, we can be a powerful testimony of God’s love.

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Rockwell Church Sept 15, 2024 Pastor Chris Teien
How to Effectively Follow Jesus Together John 17:20-26

#1 PONDER your lineage in Jesus family/church (John 17:20)

#2 PURSUE the unity with other believers that Jesus prayed for (John 17:21-23)

#3 PERMIT Jesus love to flow through you as we follow Him together (John 17:24-26)