How do we experience new life? What does it mean and what does it look like when being lived out in our lives? St. Paul tells us that salvation is by grace through faith. Let’s see what that means for us.

Are we really living the life of a Christian? Are we close but not close enough? What is the difference between being ALMOST Christian and ALTOGETHER Christian? Jesus won’t settle for anything less than ALTOGETHER will we?

Links

• Genesis 32:22-32

There is a lot of talk about being “born again” “born from above” or other language like that. What does it mean? Are there specific things you can look for in a person who’s life has been touched by God and transformed by the grace in Christ? Let’s llook at what those specifics might be this Sunday.

In the Northern Virginia lifestyle Busy-ness is a given. It seems that the demands on our schedules never end. There is always something that needs doing. We never stop moving. Busy-ness is everywhere. But do we realize the toll that busy-ness takes? Do we realize the things from which busy-ness robs us? Is it worth it? Let’s talk about it this Sunday

Busy-ness doesn’t have to win. There are some things we can do to cope with the hectic lifestyles we live in. What are these practical steps? Let’s find out Sunday.

This is Mother’s Day. Rest and Relaxation are not the normal words to describe a Mother’s job. They aren’t the words we use to describe our lives either. God created us for rest. He wants us to relax. Let’s talk about the importance of both and gain some specific handles on how to make these words the real description of our lives.

Links

• Matthew 11:28-29

Jesus tells us that if we don’t take up the cross daily we are not His disciples. What does Cross Carrying mean in today’s world. It almost seems counter cultural. Denial, sacrifice, following do these words have meaning today? What will they mean in how I live? How will they change my world for the better? Let’s Carry Our Cross this Sunday.

What if there was never another homeless person? What can one person do that changes "homelessness" forever?

Democrat. Republican. Independent. Gringo. Hispanic. Drunk. OCD. Asian. Black.. White. Pretty. Hot. Dirty. Homeless. Poor. Rich. Unwanted. Immigrant. Labels separate and divide us. Jesus puts them all in one basket and interacts with them. How will we as Christ followers "rock that divide" to such an extent that we see Jesus' face?

What if our world never had another homeless person? How can one person make a dent in homelessness? Dr. Alan Rock preaching

We are called to change the poverty situation in our world. Rock that World with Jesus' ways!

Links

• Matthew 25 scripture

Jesus comes to move that marriage into the great arena. Get ready to rock your marriage (or relationship)!

Dreams and visions of the future should be inspiring and motivational. When the Wise Men saw the star they had to DO something. What are you gonna do as the STAR is rising?

Christmas usually has us on the road and traveling “back home.” It is a time to travel. The first Christmas was no difference. The Magi set out for a long trip. Let’s learn some lessons from them on their journey that will make Christmas this year even more faith-filled.

Remember the first time you stayed at home for Christmas. You didn’t travel to someone else’s home but you just spent time in the familiar and the ordinariness of your own home. The Shepherds in the fields of Bethlehem were right at home doing their normal jobs and activities. However, Christmas broke in and changed the ordinary into the extraordinary. Let’s discover how to have an “Extraordinary Christmas” this year.

Join us for a morning of music as the awesome nature of Christmas is heard and sung. Familiar carols and new music for Christmas will make this a service you don’t want to miss.

We all remember the Christmas movie, “Home Alone.” The story of a boy left by mistake by his family and the events of spending Christmas alone. Perhaps you have had those moments when you are alone during the Christmas season or you are in a crowd of people, at a party or in the mall and you feel all alone. Christmas is the answer to our alones. IMMANUEL – God is with us and we are never alone again.

This service of candlelight and communion will allow us to stop and ponder after all the hub bub will Jesus be at your house this Christmas? The first Christmas there was no room. Will there be room this year?

Christmas is over and all those hours of wrapping were consumed in just a few minutes. But is there something to do with the wrapping paper? Is Christmas over just because Dec. 25 is gone? Let’s see how we can “keep using the Christmas paper.”

Dr. Cho will lead us in our annual Church Conference which considers what we've done and what we plan to do for Christ.

Did you feel that? Time to notice what you're feeling, hearing and seeing. Tune in and focus upon your soul to live without limits - just like Jesus.

Links

• 1 John 2:5-6
• John 8:32

We were not meant to be carbon copies of each other but a reflection of God's image in us. This is to be truly human. "Religion" works from the outside - in, while "Jesus" works from the inside - out. Life soars when it is lived from the inside out.

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• Romans 12:2
• Philippians 2

We were not meant to be carbon copies of each other but a reflection of God's image in us. This is to be truly human. "Religion" works from the outside - in, while "Jesus" works from the inside - out. Life soars when it is lived from the inside out.

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• Philippians 1:9-11
• 1 John 4:16-18

"The great things that we long for and search for are found among the small things we may ignore or even discard." -- Erwin McManus God's potential is released in very small acts. Don't sweat the small stuff! Welcome it.

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• Matthew 25:14-30

It's time to "connect the dots." Seeking wisdom in living is a God-honoring activity. "I'm not hurting anyone other than myself!" Ever heard that foolish myth before? "If I only knew then what I know now?" Standing in the right place at the right time makes all the difference to soaring in life - but you can do it now.

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• James 1:2-5

On this All Saints Day; what Saint got to where you are today?

What will be the signs that will show that Jesus coming is close at hand? Can we know a date? What do we look for so we can be ready? Jesus gave us some signs to watch for. Do you know what they are? Let’s talk about them this Sunday!

John, the author the Revelation, tells us about some cryptic characters – a beast from the sea, a beast from the land, a woman with child and 4 horsemen. Who are they? What do they mean? Is there a way to understand this kind of language? Yes, there are some answers. Let’s discover them together this Sunday.

There is coming a time of great judgment and tribulation on earth. It will be a time of persecution for those who believe in Jesus Christ. What will occur? When will it happen? Let’s talk about the events that will transpire. I want to be ready don’t you?

When does Jesus return in all of this? Will Christians have to go through these events? Is there a rapture? If so what does it mean? Let’s seek the truth about all these things this Sunday.

What will the final battle be like? Who will be a part of it? What will be the outcome? What happens after its all over? What is all this about a Judgment? The Bible tells us about all of these. Let’s be ready for what’s coming!

Our Nation stands at a crossroads in many ways. We are facing issues that are mind boggling. Our leaders are dealing with situations that no other leader has faced. Let’s talk about our role as Christians. What are we to do to be a part of the solution to our problems and not a participant in them? When was the last time you prayed for America. Let’s do so this Sunday.

We serve an awesome God. Recently, I had the opportunity to do some Mission work in the Middle East. God soverignly did some awesome things. Come this Sunday and hear of what God is doing in His land.

The God we serve is great beyond our imaginations. All major religions believe that. But the uniqueness of the Christian faith is that not only is God great but also God is GOOD! This Sunday let’s talk about the goodness that God wants to share with His people – that’s you and me.

There is an old Methodist tradition that says, “Where 2 or 3 Methodist gather, there shall be food.” There is something about eating together that is a basic part of the Christian life. The early church met in each others homes breaking bread. Jesus instituted a “Last Supper.” Let’s talk about “dinner on the grounds” and then after the worship join us for our church picnic.

I am ONE. But I am ONE. But I can be MORE than ONE. When we come to Jesus we bring who and what we are. He takes us and makes us a part of something so much bigger and greater. We are connected with others and become a "spiritual house." Let's talk about what it means to be a part of something bigger than we could ever ask, think or dream.

On this Mother’s Day let’s talk about some of the important things that the ladies in our lives want us to know. Let’s honor them by learning, imulating and celebrating those Motherly virtues.

How many times have you wished that your wife could only think like you do? React like you do? Have the same needs as you do? Often the lack of communicating how we think and react is part of the frustration in relationship. Let’s talk about those strange creations call men this Sunday.

“You just don’t understand.” “Things are different now than when you were a kid.” Growing up in the 2000’s is different and carries with it its own challenges. Let’s talk about what its like to be a kid in today’s world.

Why do missions?

Links

• GO International

In a world where nothing makes sense and everything seems to be turning upside down, Jesus lives! Easter has a special word for us this year in the midst of the financial crisis, the housing downturn, jobs in jeopardy and economic strife. The word is HOPE. In the midst of life where everything the disciples hold dear was gone, Easter occurred. They were in awe and wondered what does this mean. Let's talk about the hope that Easter offers for life this Sunday.

One of the hardest things we do everyday is live with our past. It shapes us and often controls us. Is there anyway to interrupt the influence? Can we ever really be free? Jesus loved Thomas in spite of his past and helped him find freedom and contentment in the hope of a risen faith. We can live free and contented.

The future seems so uncertain. We hear weekly how our future is being taken from us by the decisions being made now. Facing the future can only be done by faith. It is finding the ability to believe even when we don’t see and know for sure. . “Faith sees the invisible, believes the incredible and receives the impossible.” Let’s activate faith for the future.

If you have a friend you want to stay in contact with them. The same is true with God. He calls us friends and wants to spend time in conversation with us. I like to find a quiet place when I want to talk with a good friend, free from distraction. Let’s look at the solitary places where we find God in conversation.

People are always saying “pray for me.” How do you do that? Is there a formula? Will I mess it up if I say the wrong thing? Praying for someone I don’t know, I have a hard enough time praying for people I know. That’s almost impossible! Yet, God offers us the chance to talk to him about those we know and those we don’t. Let’s talk about intercessory prayer this Sunday. How do I do it?

Praying when life’s darkest is the easiest. Or is it? Prayer in the midst of turmoil and struggle isn’t easy but it sure is necessary. Jesus demonstrated that in theGarden of Gethsemane. Let’s join Jesus in the Garden this Sunday and pray for our deepest, darkest needs.

God wants you to know what to do with your life. God has placed a certain passion in your life - to follow Him.

Links

• Sister Act - I Will Follow Him

God never calls that He doesn’t equip. Spiritual gifts are God’s equipment for each of us to be able to fulfill the call of God in our lives. Gifts are more than natural inclinations. They are spiritually given and they allow us to do things that we never dreamed possible. What are your gifts? Let’s talk about it on Sunday.

Serving brings joy more than anything else in the spiritual life. Where do you serve? What does it bring to your life? Where is there a need that you feel strongly about? Is God calling you there? Let’s talk about serving this Sunday.