Upon This Rock Church
Worship • Word • Call to Action • Prayer
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Announcements
1) Worship
We’re working toward morning jam sessions. But worship is more than music—it’s a lifestyle.
Romans 12:1 (KJV)
“I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.”
Let’s present our whole lives to God—words, decisions, habits, and service.
2) Membership
Wherever you are in your faith journey, membership helps us equip you—and helps you help others. We’re building tools for individuals, Bible study groups, and whole congregations.
Ephesians 4:4–6 (KJV)
“There is one body, and one Spirit, even as ye are called in one hope of your calling; One Lord, one faith, one baptism, One God and Father of all, who is above all, and through all, and in you all.”
3) Tithes & Offering
God loves a cheerful giver—but you’re not buying a ticket to heaven; Jesus already paid that price. If you tithe at a home church, keep going. If you don’t have one, consider supporting us or becoming a Fuel Member for $25+/month.
- FoodMyDude.Store – feeding the hungry
- DivineGo.Space – prayer department stations
- Evangelism packages & T-shirts roll out once we secure 100 monthly slots
Sermon: Colossians 1 (GNT) – Read & Reflect
We’ll read selected passages from Colossians 1 and pause with real-life application.
Colossians 1:1–2
“From Paul… To God’s people in Colossae… May God our Father give you grace and peace.”
Reflection: Start your week with grace and peace—speak it, and carry it into your home and work.
Colossians 1:3–8
“We always give thanks… we’ve heard of your faith and your love… The gospel keeps bringing blessings and is spreading…”
Reflection: God grows faith, hope, and love even in hard times. Where can you thank Him today?
Colossians 1:9–14
“We ask God to fill you with the knowledge of his will… to live as the Lord wants… He rescued us from the power of darkness… set free… sins forgiven.”
Reflection: For burnout, anxiety, and confusion: ask for wisdom, walk in what pleases God, and remember—He already rescued you.
Colossians 1:15–20
“Christ is the visible likeness of the invisible God… all things were created through him and for him… in him all things hold together… peace through his blood.”
Reflection: When life feels like it’s falling apart, anchor to the One who holds all things together.
Colossians 1:21–23
“You were once far away… but now God has made you his friends… holy and faultless… Continue faithful… not shaken from your hope.”
Reflection: Your past does not define you—Jesus does. Stand firm in that hope.
Colossians 1:24–29
“I rejoice in my sufferings… the mystery… Christ in you, the hope of glory… I toil with the strength Christ supplies.”
Reflection: Suffering isn’t meaningless. Christ in you is strength, purpose, and glory.
Call to Action
- Identify one area of fear or drift—and hand it to Jesus.
- Confess: “I am forgiven and free; my hope stands in Christ.”
- Encourage someone today—share the hope you’ve received.
Prayer of Repentance, Deliverance & Surrender
Lord Jesus, I confess my sins and my drifting. I repent and return to You. Thank You for rescuing me from darkness, forgiving me, and calling me Your friend. I surrender my heart, mind, struggles, and plans. Fill me with Your wisdom and strength. Deliver me from what binds me. Live in me—Christ in me, the hope of glory. From this moment forward, I choose You. I belong to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
