The Guilty Man Walked Free: What the Cross Really Means

Unshaken Faith in Acts 4–5, Overcoming Fear, Praying for Boldness, and Being Filled with the Holy Spirit | Unstoppable Week 3

In this episode of The Rock Sermon Podcast, Pastor Rob Canavan serves as guest host and talks with Pastor Erica Canavan about her message, Unshaken, from Week 3 of the Unstoppable series. Together they unpack Acts 4–5 and discuss how believers can overcome fear, pray for boldness, receive a fresh filling of the Holy Spirit, resist compromise, and continue living as witnesses for Jesus when opposition comes. This conversation is a practical Bible-based encouragement for anyone wanting to grow in courage, faith, holiness, and Spirit-filled living.

The Church That Changed Everything

Acts 2 shows us a church marked by devotion, awe, family, generosity, and the power of the Holy Spirit. In this episode, Tim and Pastor Rob talk through Week 2 of Unstoppable and ask what it looks like for the church today to reflect Jesus in a way people can actually see. Song referenced: DC Talk, “He Works” https://youtu.be/EtEGZqXOPns?si=w-KLv8L_gmiO-PSA [https://youtu.be/EtEGZqXOPns?si=w-KLv8L_gmiO-PSA] Connect with Christ The Rock: https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver [⁠https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver⁠]

Why Are You Looking for Life in Dead Places?

We've all done it. We go back to places, habits, thoughts, and struggles that have never truly given us life, yet we keep hoping this time will be different. In this episode, Pastor Rob explores the question the angels asked at the empty tomb: "Why do you look for the living among the dead?" Together we'll talk about why we keep returning to dead places, what the empty tomb means for everyday life, and how resurrection power can change the way we live right now. If Jesus is alive, then hope is alive. Freedom is available. And your story isn't over. 🔗 Connect with Christ The Rock Church: https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver [https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver]

Unstoppable, Week 1: Empowered | Acts 1:1–11

Unstoppable, Week 1: Empowered | Acts 1:1–11 What happens when ordinary people are filled with the power of the Holy Spirit? In this first episode of our Unstoppable series, Pastor Rob and Tim unpack Acts 1:1–11 and explore Jesus' final instructions before His ascension. The early church wasn't built on talent, resources, or influence. It was built on complete dependence on God. In this conversation you'll discover: • Why the Holy Spirit is essential, not optional, for the Christian life • The danger of trying to do God's work in your own strength • How the mission of Jesus is bigger than our comfort and preferences • What it means to be a witness in everyday life • Why God uses ordinary, available people to accomplish extraordinary things • How the church has remained unstoppable for over 2,000 years Whether you're feeling spiritually tired, overwhelmed, or ready for more of God, this episode will encourage you to stop striving and start depending on the power of the Holy Spirit. 📖 Scripture: Acts 1:1–11 🎧 Subscribe to The Rock Sermon Podcast and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement today. 🔗 Connect with Christ The Rock: https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver [https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver] 🙌 Join Us This Week 📍 Christ The Rock Church Fall River, Massachusetts 🕘 English Worship Experience Sundays at 9:00 AM 🕚 Portuguese Worship Experience Sundays at 11:00 AM 📅 Wednesday 🙏 Prayer – 5:30 PM 📖 Portuguese Bible Study – 6:00 PM 📅 Thursday 🍽 Doors Open – 6:30 PM 📚 Adult Bible Study 🔥 Ignite Youth 🎨 Kidz Rock #Unstoppable #Empowered #BookOfActs #HolySpirit #ChristianPodcast #SermonPodcast #ChristTheRock #Acts1 #SpiritFilled #FallRiverChurch

The Guilty Man Walked Free: What the Cross Really Means

Show Notes Barabbas walked free because Jesus took his place. In this episode of The Rock Sermon Podcast, Pastor Rob looks at what the cross really means for us personally. Jesus willingly carried our sin and shame, opened the way home to God, and calls us to stop making peace with the chains He died to break. We’ll talk about grace, surrender, forgiveness, and trusting God when life feels like you’re somewhere between burial and breakthrough. Learn more about Christ The Rock Church: https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver [https://linktr.ee/ctrfallriver]