Sundays at Rock Church | August 2nd 2026

Main message: True Christianity is defined by the condition of the heart, not external rituals or traditions; what flows out of your heart—your thoughts, actions, how you see others, and your words—determines spiritual purity and effectiveness. Be intentional: pick one area, renew your mind, and let Jesus' heart shape your life.

Key points:

• Jesus rebukes religious legalism (traditions of the elders) in Mark 7: external rules don't make someone holy—what comes from the heart does.
• Thoughts originate in the heart and shape behavior; use the ANT (automatic negative thoughts) strategy—write them down, test their truth, and replace them with opposite, godly truths (bring thoughts captive).
• Actions flow from the heart: obey God and act in ways that glorify Him—love God equals obedience (1 John 5:3; Luke 22:42).
• How you see others (your "eye") reflects your heart: cultivate a pure perspective that sees people as Jesus does, celebrates others, and treats interruptions as divine appointments.
• Speak life: monitor your words and aim to say things that edify; pick one of these areas to work on and expect growth.

Scriptures mentioned: Mark 7 (Mark 7:1-8 referenced), Matthew 7:21, 2 Corinthians 10:4-6, 1 John 5:3, Luke 22:42