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Weekly messages from Christ The Rock Church in Fall River, MA. Join Pastor Rob Canavan and our church family as we dive into God’s Word with practical, Bible-based teaching. Each episode is designed to strengthen your faith, encourage you through life’s struggles, and remind you that you are deeply loved by God. Our mission is simple: love God, love people, and change the world around us.

6d ago

Why Jesus Came Near! Do You Believe?

Show Notes In this episode of The Rock Sermon Podcast, Pastor Rob continues the I Believe series with a look at one of the most powerful lines of the Apostles’ Creed: Conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary. This isn’t just a Christmas phrase. It points us to the miracle of the incarnation, God becoming man and coming near to save us. Pastor Rob talks about why the virgin birth matters, why Jesus had to be fully God and fully man, and how Mary’s surrender still challenges us today. In this episode: Jesus came by the power of GodJesus entered real humanity to represent usBecause God came near, we respond with surrenderWhy the supernatural parts of Christianity matterWhy hidden obedience still matters to God If God came near in Jesus, then our response is trust, worship, honesty, and surrender. Learn more about Christ The Rock Church:linktr.ee/ctrfallriver

21 min
May 27

When Faith Takes a Step

Gradually, Then Suddenly, Week 3When Faith Takes a Step This week on The Rock Sermon Podcast, Pastor Rob and Tim close out the Gradually, Then Suddenly series with a conversation about faith, small beginnings, and the moment where God calls us to move. Sunday was one of those services where the Word didn’t just encourage us, it pressed on us. The altar call was powerful, with many people stepping forward to take their next step with God while the board came around them and prayed. In this episode, we talk about why God often works gradually before He moves suddenly, why small beginnings matter, and why faith eventually has to become more than words. We also introduce a new podcast segment called What Didn’t Make It Into the Sermon, where Pastor Rob shares some behind-the-scenes thoughts that didn’t make Sunday’s message, including God growing us in seasons we don’t like and the disciples wanting their own “suddenly” moment. ✅ Why we struggle with slow seasons✅ Why small beginnings are not pointless✅ How God grows roots before fruit✅ The difference between waiting on God and hiding behind waiting✅ Why conviction needs to become response✅ How God supplies strength for the step He calls us to take✅ A powerful reflection on Sunday’s altar response Key thought Faith doesn’t just agree with God.Faith takes the next step. Scripture focus Zechariah 4:6–10Haggai 1:14James 2:17Philippians 2:13John 15:52 Corinthians 12:9 Worship song mentioned We mentioned the raw worship moment from Noah Graves. You can listen here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=117Cop0SrQU Connect with Christ The Rock Find service times, giving, upcoming events, sermons, and more through our Linktree:https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver Have a question for the podcast? We’d love to hear from you. Send sermon questions, follow-up thoughts, or topic ideas to:igniteyouthfr@gmail.com Final challenge Don’t despise the small step. Don’t underestimate what God is forming in the gradual season. Ask the Lord what your next faithful step is, then trust Him for the strength to take it.

52 min
May 22

Is Jesus Your Savior or Actually Your Lord?

Is Jesus Your Savior or Actually Your Lord? This week on the Rock Sermon Podcast, Pastor Rob continues the I Believe series, walking through the Apostles’ Creed and focusing on one powerful phrase: “I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord.” A lot of people are comfortable with Jesus as Savior, but what does it really mean to call Him Lord? In this episode, Pastor Rob talks about the difference between believing in Jesus and surrendering to Jesus, why the early church was so serious about knowing who Jesus really is, and how lordship changes the way we live, serve, pray, and respond when life feels like a spiritual battle. We also talk about serving God not just as “volunteers,” but as servants of the Lord Most High. Because if Jesus is truly Lord, then we’re not just giving spare time to a church, we’re serving the King. Scriptures mentioned include John 1:1, Colossians 1:15-17, Philippians 2:9-11, Romans 12:1, and Luke 6:46. If you’re feeling tired, stretched, under attack, or just trying to stand firm in your faith, this episode is a reminder that Jesus is still Lord. Anchor and Arrow devotional grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1320806969625174 Christ The Rock Church Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver Christ The Rock Church414 Rock StreetFall River, Massachusetts Sunday Services9 AM English11 AM Portuguese Rock Life Thursday Nights6:45 PM arrival7 PM classes begin This pastor loves you. See you next episode.

18 min
May 19

Why does spiritual growth sometimes feel so slow?

Why does spiritual growth sometimes feel so slow? In this solo episode of The Rock Sermon Podcast, Pastor Rob continues the “Gradually, Then Suddenly” series with a deeper look at Week 2, “Constant Use.” We talk about:• Why consistency matters more than intensity• How God builds mature believers through repetition• Why obedience can feel painfully uncomfortable• What to do when growth feels hidden• How Jesus sees us even while we are “straining at the oars” This episode also includes:• Podcast exclusive content• Listener-style Q&A segments • Bonus illustrations from Mark Batterson’s Gradually Then Suddenly• Encouragement for anyone feeling spiritually tired or discouraged Main Scripture:Hebrews 5:14 Referenced Scriptures:Hebrews 5Galatians 6:9Romans 5:3-5Mark 6:45-52Matthew 14:22-33John 6:16-21 Read Joe Furcinitti’s article referenced in this episode:“When Jesus Isn’t in the Boat” Listen to sermons, podcasts, and stay connected:https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver If this episode encouraged you, share it with somebody who may need the reminder:God often works gradually… then suddenly.

19 min
May 15

I Believe in God, The Father Almighty (Part 1)

I Believe in God, The Father Almighty (Part 1) What do you actually believe… and why does it matter? In this brand-new series based on the Apostles’ Creed, Pastor Rob begins unpacking one of the most foundational statements of the Christian faith: “I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.” This week at Rock Life, worship and prayer led us deep into God’s presence, so this episode became Part 1 of the conversation as we focused on two powerful truths: • God is Creator• God is Father In this episode we talk about: Why identity makes no sense apart from our Creator The difference between knowing ABOUT God and actually knowing Him Why culture keeps drifting further from truth How Jesus revealed the heart of the Father What it means to be adopted into the family of God Why worship becomes powerful when awe returns PLUS:🎙️ Podcast Exclusive NuggetA deeper conversation on why Christianity reveals not just a powerful God, but a relational God. Scriptures referenced include: genesis 1:1psalm 139ephesians 2:10acts 17:28colossians 1:16romans 1isaiah 64matthew 6:9psalm 68:5romans 8:15james 4:8john 14:9john 4matthew 10:30🎵 Worship Song Mentioned:“Abba Father” by Shaun Groveshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bu0MfFBkj84 📍 We’d love to hear from you!Comment where you’re listening from and help us see how far these episodes are reaching. 🎧 Listen, share, and help us spread the Word. 🔗 Connect with Christ The Rock:https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver

21 min
May 12

Gradually, Then Suddenly | Why God Works in Hidden Seasons

Episode Description / Show Notes Most people love the “suddenly” moments of God.Suddenly healed. Suddenly restored. Suddenly breakthrough. But what if the greatest things God does in our lives are built slowly, quietly, and faithfully over time? In this episode of The Rock Sermon Podcast, Pastor Rob and Tim unpack Week 1 of the brand-new series Gradually, Then Suddenly. They talk about hidden obedience, spiritual endurance, trusting God in long waiting seasons, and why the small things matter more than we realize. This conversation is for anyone who feels tired in the middle, discouraged in the waiting, or wondering if their prayers are accomplishing anything. God is still working, even when you can’t yet see the movement. In This Episode Why God usually works gradually before suddenlyThe hidden obedience of the Hebrew midwivesHow small acts of faith create Kingdom momentumWhy spiritual warfare often intensifies in the middle seasonThe domino effect of prayer, obedience, and consistencyEncouragement for those who feel weary in the waitinghttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/rLfsVDMDhRM

37 min
May 8

Hearing God Clearly Finale | Obedience Unlocks Clarity

What’s the point of hearing God if we don’t actually do what He says? In this final week of the Hearing God Clearly series, Pastor Rob recaps a powerful night at Rock Life and talks about why obedience is often the missing piece when it comes to spiritual clarity. Many times the issue isn’t that God stopped speaking. The issue is that we hesitate to respond. In this episode we talk about: Why obedience often comes before clarityAbraham trusting God without the full pictureHow delayed obedience affects spiritual sensitivityWhy overthinking can keep us stuck spirituallyJonathan’s “perhaps the Lord will help us” faithHow taking one simple faith step sharpens spiritual hearingScripture references: John 10:27Psalm 119:105Hebrews 11:8Genesis 22Hebrews 3:151 Samuel 14:6John 14:21Plus, Pastor Rob shares a quick update on what God has been doing at Christ The Rock and how Chick-fil-A Fall River is partnering with CTR to help support outreach and food pantry ministry to the unhoused in our community. If this episode encouraged you, share it with somebody who’s been asking God for clarity lately. Christ The Rock ChurchLove God. Love People. Change The World.

23 min
May 5

When Hidden Sin Grows | How Small Compromise Becomes Big Consequences

How does sin actually grow in our lives? It rarely starts big. It starts small, hidden, and unattended. What we ignore, excuse, or keep in the dark doesn’t stay small for long. It grows. In this episode of The Rock Sermon Podcast, Pastor Rob walks through the spiritual reality that what we feed will grow, whether it’s faith or sin. Looking at Scripture and real-life patterns, this message exposes how hidden sin develops over time and how to stop it before it takes root. This isn’t about condemnation, it’s about freedom. God doesn’t reveal things to shame you, He reveals them to heal you. If you’ve been struggling quietly, carrying something no one else sees, this message will challenge you and encourage you to bring it into the light and walk in freedom again. What You’ll Learn Why sin never stays smallHow hidden patterns grow over timeThe danger of feeding what should be starvedHow to bring things into the light and find freedomPractical steps to walk in victory againhttps://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver

39 min

Weekly messages from Christ The Rock Church in Fall River, MA. Join Pastor Rob Canavan and our church family as we dive into God’s Word with practical, Bible-based teaching. Each episode is designed to strengthen your faith, encourage you through life’s struggles, and remind you that you are deeply loved by God. Our mission is simple: love God, love people, and change the world around us.

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Christ The Rock
Years Active

2025 - 2026
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56
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