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What could God do through our church over the next two years?Pastor Shawn Johnson kicks off Building Stories with a vision to help more hurting people and reach more people with the hope of Jesus. From a new Aurora campus to paying off existing church buildings and building 20 churches in Nepal, every project makes room for more stories of life change.Through Matthew 28 and Ezra 1, Shawn shares the biblical foundation for this next step and invites each of us to pray: “God, what could I do to help build Your Kingdom over the next two years?”Learn more about Building Stories: https://www.redrockschurch.com/building-stories

God doesn't just change what we do. He transforms who we are. John began as a Son of Thunder, marked by anger, selfish ambition, and insecurity. But through his relationship with Jesus, he became known as the Apostle of Love. Through Luke 9, Mark 9–10, Acts 8, and 1 John, this message explores how time with Jesus can transform human anger into kingdom fire, selfish ambition into kingdom drive, and personal insecurity into kingdom confidence. We are a bunch of imperfect people pursuing a perfect God. And just like John, we can be transformed by spending time with Jesus.

What lies have you started believing about yourself? That you’re too broken? That God couldn’t choose you? That you’ll never change? In “Don’t Let the Devil Bully You,” Doug Wekenman unpacks how the enemy uses lies, fear, and shame to keep us stuck—and how God’s truth sets us free. Condemnation tells you to stay away from Jesus. Conviction invites you to come back, where you’ll be met with mercy and grace. You’re not condemned—you’re being redeemed. You’re not rejected—you’re chosen. And you’re not just trying—you’re in training. Discover how to replace the lies with truth, take your next step in obedience, and run the race God has marked out for you.

We are imperfect people pursuing a perfect God. In this message, Shawn Johnson reminds us that we are welcomed, loved, valued, and wanted by God—and that we were never meant to pursue Him alone. Come as you are. Pursue God together.

What do you do when you don’t feel qualified for what God has called you to do? In week one of Imperfect People, we look at the story of Moses and the gap between our weaknesses and God’s calling. Moses asked, “Who am I?” But instead of focusing on who Moses was, God revealed who He is: “I AM WHO I AM.” Our weaknesses do not disqualify us from being used by God. His grace is sufficient, His power is made perfect in weakness, and He is everything we’re not. When you don’t have what it takes, He does.

What do you do when life doesn’t add up? Through the story of Job, Andrew Zajicek reminds us that even when we don’t understand what God is doing—or can’t seem to find Him—we can still trust Him. Sometimes our hardest seasons move us from simply hearing about God to truly seeing Him. “My ears had heard of you but now my eyes have seen you.” — Job 42:5

What does God have planned for you next—and what might He be doing in you right now? Pastor Conrad Bess teaches from John 15 about what it means to abide in Jesus, trust God through seasons of pruning, and bear lasting fruit. Instead of becoming consumed with what comes next, we can fix our eyes on Jesus and faithfully follow Him today. The life God has for us isn’t found by striving on our own. It grows from staying connected to the true Vine. Apart from Jesus we can do nothing, but when we abide in Him, our lives produce fruit that glorifies God and fills us with joy.

What if your fear of missing out on something better is causing you to miss what God is doing right where you are? In this message, Doug Wekenman challenges us to stop looking to the left and right at all the paths we could have taken—and become fully present on the path God has placed before us. When life becomes difficult, it’s easy to question our decisions, compare our reality to someone else’s highlight reel, or assume resistance means we chose incorrectly. But the winds being against you doesn’t always mean you’re going the wrong way. God’s plans often require grit, commitment, and the faith to stay. Instead of constantly chasing the next opportunity, relationship, city, church, or season, what would happen if you planted yourself in God’s presence today? Don’t allow FOMO to drain your energy or keep you double-minded. Double down on the life God has given you, trust Him with what comes next, and build a story worth having.

When you’re facing a big decision, God’s guidance begins with seeking Him. In this message, Shawn Johnson continues the “What Does God Have Planned for Me Next?” series by sharing four places to run when you need direction: God’s Word, prayer, God’s people, and God’s house. When we seek God, put Him first, submit to His ways, and build His Kingdom, we can trust Him to guide our steps. And when you’ve sought God and still don’t know which direction to take? Pick one. Trust that God will go with you, guide you, and course-correct when necessary.

Does God really have good plans for us when we cannot see the details, when life is painful, or when our prayers seem unanswered? In this message from the “What Does God Have Planned For Me Next?” series, we look at the context of Jeremiah 29:11 and what Scripture teaches us about trusting God in seasons we do not understand. God never promised us all the details, but He promises to be with us as we walk by faith, not by sight. God is with you even when you don’t feel it. God is working even when you can’t see it. God has a plan even when you don’t understand it. Don’t give up. Keep walking with Him.

God is always speaking, but are we listening? In this message, we explore three practical ways God speaks to His people: through proximity with Him, through trusted people, and even through seasons of pain. If you've ever wondered how to discern God's direction or felt like heaven was silent, this message offers biblical encouragement to stay close to Jesus and trust His leading.

Every generation has a responsibility to pass on the hope and truth of Jesus. In this message, Ethan Johnson challenges us to move beyond comfort, trust God's voice, surrender every part of our lives, and boldly share the story of what Jesus has done. Looking at Judges 2 and Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman in John 4, we see that God works through ordinary people who are willing to go where He leads and tell others about Him. Our story may be the very thing God uses to change someone else's life.

The next generation doesn't happen by accident. It is shaped by intentional people who choose to protect, sharpen, and point others toward Jesus. In this message, Lauren Bohn walks through Psalm 127:3-5, showing how God calls His people to see the next generation as arrows in the hands of a warrior. Through biblical examples and personal testimony, she challenges us to create spaces where young people are safe, strengthened, and prepared to fulfill God's purpose for their lives. Whether you're a parent, mentor, teacher, coach, volunteer, or simply someone willing to invest in another person, this message is an invitation to become part of someone's story and help point the next generation toward Christ.

We were never called to simply consume church. We were commissioned to carry the heart of Jesus into the world around us. In this message, we explore Jesus' Great Commission alongside His heart for the one lost sheep. As followers of Christ, we can easily build lives around comfort and convenience while missing the people God has called us to love. Through Scripture and practical application, this message challenges us to remember where Jesus found us, embrace His compassion, and choose a lifestyle that intentionally reaches those far from God.

Jordan McCaslin reminds us that Jesus wants us to live a full, abundant life, not just an exhausted one.