This Week: January 5th, 2025
It may seem surprising that the sinless Son of God needed to prepare for His ministry. Even as a child, Jesus amazed the teachers in the temple with His wisdom (Luke 2:41-52). Yet, He chose to be baptized and receive the Holy Spirit before beginning His work (Matthew 3:13-17). Why would He, who was without sin, do this?
Everything Jesus did was intentional, serving as an example for us. Through His baptism, He identified with humanity and modeled humility, obedience, and the importance of spiritual cleansing. The descent of the Holy Spirit upon Him highlighted the divine empowerment necessary for His mission, reminding us of our need to rely on the Spirit in our own lives (Acts 1:8, John 14:26).
Jesus’ actions set the standard for living a life aligned with God’s will—marked by love, service, and the proclamation of God’s Kingdom. His Great Commission calls us to follow His example, making disciples, baptizing, and teaching others (Matthew 28:19-20). By imitating His humility and reliance on the Spirit, we too can fulfill our purpose and share His love with the world.
This Week's Worship Service
We live in an evil world so bad things happens and sometimes our plans don't work out. But our plans are not always God's and He wants the best for us. Seek him daily and let him guide your life.
Jeremiah 29:11-14, Ephesians 2:8-10
This Week's Church Sign Sermon
Inspirational wisdom can come from the simplest of things. So here we offer just a little Jesus as you drive by. We'd love to have you in for a visit.
Online Giving
Rockvale Cumberland Presbyterian Church is pleased to announce the opportunity for our church family and friends to tithe securely online. You can use your credit card, debit card or bank account to securely tithe a love offering or give to our church's ministries such as to our youth program or our building maintenance fund. You can also use the service's app on your Apple or Android device to give. If you chose to do so, you may also select the option to cover the fees the church is assessed for each transaction. Click the button below to make your offering and thank you.
Who We Are
Rockvale Cumberland Presbyterian Church has been a landmark in Rockvale Tennessee since 1889 at a simpler time when church was an integral part of the community. Church members were family that leaned on each other in times of struggle and celebrated together in times of joy. This spirit lives on in our diverse congregation bound together by a love for Christ and for one another. Our motto is simple, 'Whosoever will, is welcome - just as you are', in the manner as Christ said 'Come to Me, all who are weary and heavy-laden, and I will give you rest.' We hope to see you this Sunday morning.
