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Jesus calls us not only to follow Him but to make disciples. In Matthew 28:19, Jesus gives the Great Commission, instructing His followers to go into all nations and share the truth of the Gospel. Throughout his ministry, Paul demonstrated the importance of teaching and equipping others to grow in their faith. As believers, we are called to do the same. Discipleship is not just for pastors or ministry leaders; it is a responsibility given to every follower of Christ. Whether with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, or people across the world, we each have opportunities to share what God has taught us. Join us as we explore what it means to live out the Great Commission and take an active role in making disciples. GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary)

In this episode, we look at the spiritual disciplines laid out in Acts 2:42 that God uses to shape and transform our lives as we are being disciples in our everyday lives. These practices include time in God’s Word, prayer, worship, serving, fasting, silence and solitude, and more. Each one helps us intentionally make room for God to renew our minds and shape us into the person He created us to be. Ephesians 4:17–24 challenges us to put off the old self and put on the new, while Romans 12:1–2 reminds us that real transformation happens through the renewing of our minds. Join us as we consider how practicing spiritual disciplines helps us move beyond simply knowing about Jesus to becoming more like Him. GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary)

In this episode, we sit down with Jayden McKay to talk about the ministry, Christ Not Culture, and the step of faith that led him to begin reaching others with the Word of God. Jayden shares what it has been like to follow God’s call as a young believer and how God has used this ministry to place Bibles in the hands of people who need them. We also talk about the fruit he has seen, meaningful stories from the outreach, the personal growth that has come through obedience, the camaraderie of serving alongside others, and the challenges that come with ministry. This conversation is a reminder that God can use anyone who is willing to step out in faith—and an encouragement for every listener who senses Him calling them to something more. GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary) DIVE DEEPER Follow Christ Not Culture: (https://www.instagram.com/christ.notculture?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&stkn=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==) + (https://www.facebook.com/share/1EdJGjpbua/?mibextid=wwXIfr)

In this episode, we sit down with Chris Nickerson, a missionary serving in Chihuahua, Mexico, where he oversees LightShine, an after-school program dedicated to investing in the lives of local children and their families. Chris shares how God called him and his family to the mission field, the steps of faith that led them to Mexico, and the joys and challenges that have shaped their journey. You'll also hear about the culture and community he serves, the unique opportunities and obstacles facing the children in Chihuahua, and the life-changing impact of LightShine. Through powerful testimonies, Chris recounts how God is transforming young lives, raising future leaders, and bringing hope to families through the love of Christ. Whether you're interested in missions, ministry, or want to hear stories of God at work around the world, this conversation will encourage and challenge you to trust God's calling wherever He leads. GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary) DIVE DEEPER - Join our RMC Missions Newsletter: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=LrEI0EnoRkyrqoQk0Au5YpYY4a_3Lp9DqiIfm4bNs11UNFQ2V0hBUDVMU0NXV09UVlU3NEtMOFdSNCQlQCN0PWcu&route=shorturl - To learn more about sponsoring a child through LightShine, contact [email protected] - Follow LightShine: https://www.facebook.com/lightshineorg

In this episode, we’re talking about the everyday habits that shape our walk with Jesus, especially how we use our time and money. We’ll unpack what spiritual discipline really means, how to practice them without slipping into legalism, and why habits like Sabbath matter in our lives. We’ll also explore biblical stewardship: what our spending reveals about our priorities, why giving is an important part of discipleship, and how practical tools like budgeting can help us honor God with what He has entrusted to us. Whether you’re just beginning to build these rhythms or looking for a fresh start, this conversation offers practical encouragement for practicing faithful habits one step at a time.  GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary) 🔗 Leave Your Questions Here (Grounded with RMC Questionnaire) DIVE DEEPER - “The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World” by John Mark Comer - Ramsey Solutions: www.ramseysolutions.com

In this episode, we walk through the book of Habakkuk and consider what it looks like to bring our hardest questions honestly before God. Habakkuk’s journey moves from wrestling with injustice and confusion, to waiting for the Lord’s answer, to choosing worship even when circumstances have not changed. Together, we’ll explore how faith makes room for lament, how waiting can deepen our trust, and how worship becomes an act of dependence when life feels uncertain. Whether you are carrying unanswered questions, learning to listen for God’s voice, or needing strength to rejoice in the middle of difficulty, Habakkuk reminds us that the Lord is present, faithful, and worthy of our trust.  GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary) 🔗 Leave Your Questions Here (Grounded with RMC Questionnaire)

In this heartfelt conversation, we sit down with Donna Graham, a woman shaped by God’s grace, from her life and family to the people, pain, and faith-filled moments that have formed her walk with Christ. Together, we explore what Scripture teaches about biblical womanhood, the dignity of women as image-bearers of God, and the beauty of growing as women who know, love, and follow Him. From the creation account in Genesis to the stories of faithful women in the Bible, this episode invites listeners to consider how God uses both strength and weakness, encouragement and failure, to form women of lasting faith. Whether you are wrestling with your identity, seeking encouragement after disappointment, or longing to grow as a woman of God, this conversation will point you back to Christ and the truth of His Word. GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary)

In this episode, we are joined by special guest Fritz Bugenhagen for a meaningful conversation about biblical manhood, faith, family, and the shaping work of God in a man’s life. Fritz shares pieces of his story, including how he came to know Christ, the people who have impacted him, and the biblical examples that have helped form his understanding of what it means to be a man of God. Together, we explore what Genesis reveals about the roles and identity of men, what it means that both men and women are made in the image of God, and where biblical manhood is most needed today. We also talk honestly about failure, encouragement, marriage, and practical ways men can grow in Christlike strength, humility, and faithfulness.  GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary)

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, this episode takes a thoughtful look at the nation’s founding, the influence of biblical principles on early American life, and the question of what it means to be a Christian witness in our country today. We’ll explore the faith and worldview of many Founding Fathers, consider how America’s spiritual and moral direction has shifted, and ask whether there is still hope for renewal. Rather than ending in discouragement, this conversation points listeners back to repentance, prayer, the gospel, and practical ways believers can be salt and light right where God has placed them.  GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary) DIVE DEEPER https://wallbuilders.com/resource/americas-founders-as-christians/  https://wallbuilders.com/resource/the-founding-fathers-on-jesus-christianity-and-the-bible/  https://wallbuilders.com/resource/the-founders-as-christians/

In this first part of our Question & Answer Series, we respond to questions about faith, family, marriage, church life, and pastoral ministry. Together, we look at what Scripture says about navigating differences in Christian tradition within marriage, discerning church leadership and the role of women pastors, responding with patience and prayer when adult children walk away from the faith, and the joys and challenges of pastoral life. This conversation offers a biblical perspective, practical encouragement, and a reminder that God is still at work in every season and situation.

In this episode, we sit down with Tyler Kettner for a conversation about everyday evangelism and how to share Christ through genuine relationships. Tyler talks about his own life, family, ministry, and journey of faith, then offers practical encouragement on what the gospel is, how to tell your story, how to ask thoughtful questions, and how to move from hearing someone else’s story to pointing them to God’s story. If you’ve ever wanted to be more confident in sharing your faith with friends, family, or people you meet in daily life, this episode will encourage you to rely on the Holy Spirit, pray for opportunities, love people well, and speak the truth with boldness and grace.  GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary)

In this episode, The Illusion of Connection, we sit down with Pastor Billy DiMirra to talk about God’s design for real relationships and how to pursue biblical friendship with depth, commitment, and purpose. If you’ve ever felt surrounded by people but still disconnected, this conversation will help you rethink what it means to be known and how to cultivate friendships that reflect God’s heart. Subscribe and follow Grounded for more conversations like this, and share in the comments: What’s one intentional step you can take this week to deepen a relationship?  GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary)

In light of rising antisemitism and recent events surrounding Israel, many Christians are asking the question: Has God rejected Israel? Has the Church replaced the nation? In this episode of Grounded, we turn to Scripture, especially Romans 9–11, to explore God’s faithfulness, His ongoing promises to Israel, and what this means for believers today. We discuss the danger of replacement theology, why God’s covenant promises still matter, and how Christians can speak truthfully about Israel without blind allegiance or hostility. This conversation aims to ground our understanding not in headlines, but in the unchanging Word of God.  GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary) DIVE DEEPER https://allisraelnews.com/  https://www.gotquestions.org/Israel-church.html  https://www.gotquestions.org/Israel-still-chosen-people.html  https://crossexamined.org/

In a world marked by anxiety, heartbreak, and growing despair, where can true hope be found? In this episode, we have an honest conversation about hopelessness, what it is, why so many are struggling, and what Scripture has to say about it. Drawing from personal stories, biblical examples, and God’s promises, we explore how the God of hope meets us in our darkest moments and restores our joy, peace, and confidence in Him. GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to the channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary) DIVE DEEPER https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-despair.html  Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop A Grace Disguised by Jerry Sittser The Bumps Are What You Climb On by Warren Wiersbe

In this episode of Grounded, we explore God’s design for sexuality, looking at Scripture’s teaching that He created us male and female and established marriage as the framework for intimacy and family. We also examine cultural lies about sexuality and how they contrast with God’s protective design. You’ll get practical guidance for having healthy, biblical conversations with your family and community, emphasizing each person’s value and identity in God. Finally, we discuss how God brings restoration to brokenness, drawing from powerful biblical examples. GET CONNECTED 🔗 Visit our website to learn more about RMC (RMCalvary.org) 🔗 Subscribe to our channel (https://youtube.com/@rockymountaincalvary?si=EO6Jz1cWVQCr7Eva) 🔗 Follow us on social media (https://linktr.ee/rockymountaincalvary)