The City Gates Church
Jeff Schlenz, Pastor
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Weekly sermons from The City Gates Church in Fairfax, VA. We emphasize verse-by-verse, chapter-by-chapter studies through the Bible and how the ancient text applies to our modern lives living in the shadow of Washington DC. For more information, find us online at TheCityGatesChurch.org
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5 days ago
Turn Aside Ep 35 Joseph Lesson Seven
Lesson Seven in our study of the life of Joseph.
6 days ago
The Role of Trials
Christians are able to rejoice in trials because they test, focus, and strengthen our faith.
Feb 22, 2021
Turn Aside Ep 34 Joseph Lesson Six
In this episode we discuss adoption with our guest Mignon Matthews and dig into questions from lesson 6 of the study.
Feb 21, 2021
The Future Hope of Christians
Christians are given a living hope while enduring this hostile world, because God is aggressively at work on their behalf.
Feb 15, 2021
Turn Aside Ep 33 Joseph Lesson Five
In this study we cover the events of Genesis 42 and 43 and learn why Jacob may have been a little jaded
Feb 14, 2021
Love Suffers and Serves
True love suffers for others instead of asking others to suffer for us
Feb 8, 2021
Turn Aside Ep 32 Joseph Lesson Four
In this study we cover the events of Genesis 41 and gain a chaplain’s insights into the spiritual life of an inmate like Joseph.
Feb 7, 2021
Do Good for Others
God calls us to spend our lives pursing the good of others promising that we will reap what we sow.
Feb 1, 2021
Turn Aside Ep 31 Joseph Lesson Three
In this episode we cover Genesis chapters 38-39 from our study in the life of Joseph.
Jan 31, 2021
Connecting with the Family of Faith
Walking in the Spirit produces harmonious, helpful, lives and relationships.
Jan 25, 2021
Turn Aside BONUS Episode
Genesis 38 Costs and Consequences
Jan 25, 2021
Turn Aside Ep 30 Joseph Lesson Two
In this episode we cover Genesis chapters 38-39 from our study in the life of Joseph.
Jan 24, 2021
Walk in the Spirit
There is much more to the Christian life than just forgiveness of sins - God wants to produce qualities like love, joy, and patience in us by leading us to walk in the Spirit.
Jan 18, 2021
Turn Aside Ep 29 Joseph Lesson One
Join us for the kickoff of our study in Genesis 37-50 covering the life of Joseph
Jan 17, 2021
Compelled by Love
Jesus has set us free to know Him and love others, keeping extra religious rules just gets in the way but be warned: people will try to persuade otherwise.
Jan 10, 2021
Sons or Slaves?
You can live by your own plotting and planning or by faith in the promises of God, both require effort and both produce results, but only one is pleasing to God.
Jan 3, 2021
Be Patient
Vic Ransom speaks on James chapter five
Dec 27, 2020
Where Do We Go From Here?
In light of their mutual history and affection Paul compels the Galatians to persist in Christ and not go back to dry religion.
Dec 23, 2020
Turn Aside Birth of City Gates Church Pt 3
A podcast series focusing on the birth of the City Gates Church
Dec 20, 2020
In the Fullness of Time
In Christ we are given a multidimensional relationship with God and discover our place among His people.
Dec 17, 2020
Turn Aside Birth of City Gates Church Pt 2
A podcast series focusing on the birth of the City Gates Church
Dec 13, 2020
A Promise Given
Religious rules help us see how much we need God to make and fulfill promises to us.
Dec 12, 2020
Women's Christmas Tea 2020
I Am Redeemed
Dec 9, 2020
Turn Aside Birth of City Gates Church Pt 1
A podcast series focusing on the birth of the City Gates Church
Dec 6, 2020
The Just Shall Live by Faith
Only a fool would try to live a good life in their own strength when you could receive grace fully, freely, and forever from God in Christ.
Nov 29, 2020
Slipping Away From Scripture
Christians who have known the power and presence of the Holy Spirit can still be tempted to drift away by the claim that they must do more to truly please God.
Nov 22, 2020
The Cost of Compromise
When people look to other people for affirmation and approval instead of Jesus, division and departure and from the gospel follow.
Nov 16, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 28 - James Wrap-Up
Listen in as the crew discuss and wrap-up the Turn Aside Bible Study for James
Nov 15, 2020
Nothing Is Added To The Gospel
You don’t have to add anything to make salvation work, but you can do many good works once you’re saved.
Nov 9, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 27 - James Lesson 9
Listen in as the crew discuss the Turn Aside Bible Study for James, Lesson 9
Nov 8, 2020
The Gospel Changes Lives
Total life transformation is possible through the gospel.
Nov 2, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 26 - James Lesson 8
Listen in as the crew discuss the Turn Aside Bible Study for James, Lesson 8
Nov 1, 2020
There’s Only One Gospel
Other popular gospels compete for your allegiance in life, but they lead to a curse instead of God’s grace.
Oct 26, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 25 - James Lesson 7
Listen in as the crew discuss the Turn Aside Bible Study for James, Lesson 7
Oct 25, 2020
The Core of the Gospel
We live in an age characterized by evil, but God rescues us offering grace and peace in Jesus Christ.
Oct 19, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 24 - James Lesson 6
Listen in as the crew discuss the Turn Aside Bible Study for James, Lesson 6
Oct 18, 2020
Conduct in a Crisis, Pt 3
When you are facing a crisis look for encouragement in fellowship, seek peace but stand on the truth, and persist with confidence in Christ.
Oct 12, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 23 - James Lesson 5
Listen in as the crew discuss the Turn Aside Bible Study for James, Lesson 5
Oct 11, 2020
Conduct in a Crisis, Pt 2
Crises present opportunities for ministry if we’re willing to take them.
Oct 5, 2020
Turn Aside Bible Study 22 - James Lesson 4
Turn Aside Bible Study 22 - James Lesson 4
Oct 4, 2020
Conduct in a Crisis, Pt 1
In the middle of a crisis Paul is still concerned about others and comforted by God.
Sep 28, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 21 - James 2
Turn Aside Bible Study - James 2
Sep 27, 2020
How Do People Change?
After meeting Jesus Paul became compassionate toward others and shared a message of repentance, turning to God, and doing good works.
Sep 21, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 20 - James 1 Pt 2
James Chapter 1Pt 2
Sep 20, 2020
Paul’s Big Pivot
God is at work calling individuals to change and be a part of His work changing others
Sep 14, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 19 - James 1
The book of James - Roots and Their Fruits
Sep 13, 2020
Living with Integrity
Christians are able to live with integrity in multiple spheres of life by following King Jesus.
Sep 6, 2020
No Jesus, No Justice
Paul receives no justice because the people accusing him and the man judging him both resist Jesus.
Aug 30, 2020
Lament, Listen & Love
1 Samuel 1-3
Aug 23, 2020
How Should I Define Myself?
Christian Identity may include, but always supersedes, every other identity.
Aug 16, 2020
Figuring Out Friendships
Christians are meant to have friends. How does that happen?
Aug 9, 2020
God's Wisdom Revealed
God's Wisdom Revealed
Aug 2, 2020
The Challenges of Living for Christ
What do you need to survive trials? Three things: Learning, Leadership, and the Lord
Jul 26, 2020
The Life of a Servant
Paul knew the one thing worth accomplishing in life – do we?
Jul 25, 2020
Finding Joy In Trials
Finding Joy In Trials
Jul 19, 2020
A Famine of God's Word
A look at the Book of Amos and walking out your faith in a land and time that is dry. Guarding your heart for the things of the Kingdom of God.
Jul 13, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 18 - Daniel 12
Join us for a discussion of Daniel 12 for this week’s Turn Aside study.
Jul 12, 2020
A Riot And A Resuscitation
Do you defend your god, or does God defend you?
Jul 6, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 17 - Daniel 11
Listen In as we dig into Daniel 11 for this week’s Turn Aside Bible Study.
Visit our website https://thecitygateschurch.com/media/daniel-study/ for more study materials and podcasts.
Jul 5, 2020
Have You Received the Holy Spirit?
What difference does the Holy Spirit make in my life?
Jul 4, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 16 - Daniel 10
Listen in as the group discusses Daniel 10 from this week’s Turn Aside Bible Study.
Jun 29, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 15 - Daniel 9
Our weekly roundup of reflections on Daniel chapter 9
Jun 28, 2020
Transience + Discipleship = Growth
Paul invests into people who invest into others and Kingdom of God expands.
Jun 22, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 14 - Daniel 8
Thoughts on the weekly passage from this week’s Turn Aside Study.
Jun 21, 2020
Jesus Among Other gods
Paul enters a city full of ideas and tells them the God they haven’t discovered yet is Creator, Judge, and Savior
Jun 15, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 13 - Daniel 7
Weekly roundup of thoughts on the passage from this week’s study.
Jun 14, 2020
Turning the World Upside Down
The message of Jesus is disruptive and some people embrace it, but others resist it violently.
Jun 10, 2020
Turn Aside Bonus Edition - How to Study Your Bible
In this bonus edition Pastor Jeff and Madeleine sit down to discuss how to get the most out of reading and studying your Bible, how to approach prophecy, and how to use the tools found in most study Bibles.
How do you get all this out of your Bible - how do you see all this stuff or understand?
* Pray
* Read and re-read
* Read in other translations
* Read it out loud
* Read out parts of the Bible - copiousness - when you’ve done a study in Daniel and then you read Hebrews 11 you see the connection
* Sit in the unknown for a bit
* Study Bible (link to pictures)
* notes in margin
* cross-references - look them up
* footnotes
* If you’ve never read the front section in you Bible, do it. You’ll learn all kinds of things about why some words are in italics, why LORD is in all caps in the OT, and other things that will help you understand you Bible even more.
* Understand genres: history, letters, wisdom and poetry, prophecy
* How to interpret Prophecy…
Jun 10, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 12 - Daniel Wrap Up
As we come to the end of our study we reflect on God’s faithfulness to Daniel and His faithfulness to us.
Jun 7, 2020
What Happens When I'm Mistreated?
Paul and Silas were not looking for conflict but when it came, their Christ-centered response brought salvation and encouragement to many
Jun 3, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 11 - Daniel 6
In this chapter we talk about taking a stand for righteousness and conviction, even when it’s hard and discuss the fact that things don’t always turn out the way you hoped, even when you take that stand.
Jun 1, 2020
How Do Christians Handle Conflict?
At some point, we’re all going to disagree with someone, then what?
May 27, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 10 Daniel 5
The Handwriting on the Wall - In this chapter we spend time thinking about our affections and how we express them, the importance of finishing our lives well, and draw encouragement from the fact that God holds us in His hands.
May 24, 2020
What Do Christians Have To Do?
The Bible has a lot of rules in it, how many of them do I have to follow?
May 20, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 9 Daniel 4
Daniel 4 – Humility is precious to God
May 17, 2020
The Many Tribulations of Life
Serving the Lord involves both joy and suffering because the Kingdom of God is opposed as it expands in the world, and in us.
May 13, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 8 Daniel 3
Daniel 3 - Taking a stand for God
May 10, 2020
Reacting to the Gospel
Paul shares the Gospel, the good news that God has been at work launching a rescue mission for us and while some receive the news with joy, others resist.
May 6, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 07 - Daniel 2
Ever had a weird dream? In this episode we cover Chapter Two/Lesson Two of our study in Daniel and an angry king's demand that his dream be interpreted.
May 3, 2020
The Power of the Gospel
Paul and Barnabas face spiritual opposition in bringing the good news to Cypress, but they triumph through the power of the Holy Spirit and lead the local ruler, who was “astonished at the teaching” to Christ.
Apr 29, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 06 - Daniel 1
Discovering the presence of God when it seems the whole world is against you.
Apr 26, 2020
How Can I Know My Calling?
Saul and Barnabas sensed a calling from God that was confirmed by the church and empowered by the Spirit.
Apr 22, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 05 - Fighting Fear with Relationships
Genesis 3
Apr 19, 2020
Why Do Christians Suffer?
Christians suffer from spiritual attacks, personal choices, our fallen world, and the sinful choices of others, but Scripture teaches us to work hard, trust God, and rest well.
Apr 15, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 04 - John 6 Pt 3
A Turn Aside Study looking at the life of Jesus in light of Easter.
Today we suggest resources from past Women's Breakfasts:
Tiffany Simons asked what are the traits we see in other women that make us want what they have? Are they Biblical or wordly things?
Peggy Pottenger takes us through Colossians and challenges how we see ourselves and how we talk to ourselves about what we see in the mirror in light of the gospel of Jesus
Apr 12, 2020
Resurrection Power in a Pandemic - Easter 2020
The resurrection of Jesus Christ is essential to our salvation and gives us a framework to understand this pandemic, a calling to serve in it, and the hope to endure it
Apr 8, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 03 - John 6 Pt 2
A Turn Aside Study looking at the life of Jesus in light of Easter.
In this episode the ladies mention some of their favorite sources of Scripture Songs.
Check out Seeds Family Worship.
And songs by Sheri Youngward which you can find for FREE (and even download) on Blue Letter Bible, our favorite Bible Study website!
Apr 5, 2020
Establishing the Church
The church expands on the heels of a crisis displaying four essential elements: worship, relationship, discipleship, and stewardship, the very same things we need today.
Apr 1, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 02 - John 6
A Turn Aside Study looking at the life of Jesus in light of Easter.
Today we recommended worship music by CityAlight, Matt Boswell, and Norton Hall (from Boyce College). Check them out and let us know what else is blessing you!
Mar 29, 2020
God’s Seal of Approval
God is expanding His kingdom, who are we resist?
Mar 22, 2020
Encouragement for Your Heart
Colossians 1:1-14
Mar 21, 2020
Turn Aside Ep 01- Lessons from the life of Gideon - Judges 6
Discovering the presence of God in a hopeless situation.
Mar 15, 2020
God Isn’t Prejudiced
God saves people of all ages and stages of life, people of all ranks and roles, they all need the gospel.
Mar 8, 2020
Persecution, Pain, and the Presence of God
All People experience resistance and pain in life; Christians experience Jesus in the midst of it.
Mar 1, 2020
A Collision With Christ
What happens when a man riding high on power and ambition runs into Christ?
Feb 23, 2020
The Kingdom Expands
The Kingdom Expands as the Gospel calls outsiders in with joy.
Feb 16, 2020
Relentlessly Resisting God
God has a long history of doing amazing things with unexpected people and being resisted along the way, but the Kingdom always advances.
Feb 9, 2020
The Man God Uses
As the church grows it needs additional leaders with specific qualifications and conduct who can thrive in the face of resistance.
Feb 2, 2020
Church Leadership: The Diversity of Ministry in a Healthy Church Pt 2
Needs occur in any healthy, growing church but the gifts to meet them are often there too, after all, they come from Jesus.
Jan 26, 2020
Church Leaders Pt1
Discrimination can tear a group apart, but so can disorganization, wise leaders involve diverse co-workers because they know they cannot accomplish the mission alone.
Jan 19, 2020
Quenching the Spirit Pt 2
The cycle of internal division and external opposition continues in the church as Peter and others remain loyal to God and His calling.
Jan 18, 2020
Women's Breakfast 18Jan2020
God’s Timing and Our Waiting
Jan 12, 2020
Quenching the Spirit Pt 1
Having passed the test of external opposition, the early church now faces an insider threat as God exposes a couple’s hypocrisy and brings judgment.
Jan 5, 2020
Trusting God For Strength
After facing a crisis, the disciples share their situation with others, pray to God, and then receive exactly what they requested and get back to work.
Dec 29, 2019
What Can God Do Through You?
God does extraordinary things through unlikely people, but you must choose to submit or resist.
Dec 22, 2019
The Search for Joy at Christmas
God sent us a gift of peace and joy in Jesus, but each Christmas we risk missing it because we feel the crunch, the crash, and the crush of the season.
Dec 19, 2019
Women's Christmas Tea 2019
Women's Christmas Tea 2019
Dec 15, 2019
Why Did Jesus Come?
Peter seizes the opportunity to speak to a crowd gathering in response to a miracle; he explains that faith in Jesus’ name enabled the miracle, explains who Jesus is, and calls the crowd to respond to this news by turning from their sin and embracing the salvation found in Christ.
Dec 8, 2019
Facing Expectations
How do you respond when God disrupts what you expected would be another average day?
Dec 1, 2019
Joshua 1:1-9
Joshua 1:1-9
Nov 24, 2019
How To Choose a Church: Perseverance Pt 7
The early church was marked by seven key characteristics we should look for in a good church today.
Nov 17, 2019
HowTo Choose a Church: Service
Theearlychurchwasmarkedby sevenkeycharacteristicsweshouldlookforin
a goodchurchtoday.
Nov 10, 2019
How To Choose a Church: Unity Pt 5
The early church was marked by seven key characteristics we should look for in a good church today.
Nov 3, 2019
How To Choose a Church: Power Pt 4
The early church was marked by seven key characteristics we should look for in a good church today.
Oct 27, 2019
How To Choose a Church: Praise Pt 3
The early church was marked by seven key characteristics we should look for in a good church today.
Oct 20, 2019
How To Choose a Church: Listen for Doctrine Pt 2
The early church was marked by seven key characteristics we should look for in a good church today.
Oct 19, 2019
Women's Breakfast 19Oct2019
Oct 13, 2019
How To Choose a Church: Look for Prayer Pt 1
The early church was marked by seven key characteristics we should look for in a good church today.
Oct 6, 2019
Peter Explains Pentecost
Peter explains Pentecost as God doing what He had promised through the prophets and calls people to be saved, baptized, and filled with the Holy Spirit in response.
Sep 29, 2019
Guest Speaker Ed Compean
The Father
Sep 22, 2019
What is Speaking in Tongues?
At Pentecost God poured out supernatural strength on the disciples, what difference does that make for us today?
Sep 21, 2019
Women's Breakfast 21Sep2019
Madeleine Schlenz Insights from John 6
Sep 15, 2019
When Pastors Fall
When people in ministry fall the church must grieve but move forward.
Sep 8, 2019
God's Plan Is: People with Power
God’s plan to reach the world involves using people filled with His power.
Sep 1, 2019
The Power of the Resurrection
Jesus disciples believed He was physically resurrected from the dead and this formed the basis for everything that happened in the early church.
Aug 25, 2019
Friendship
In a world of lonely people Proverbs tells us what makes a good friend and Jesus shows us by example.
Aug 18, 2019
Zephaniah 3:17
Zephaniah 3:17
Aug 11, 2019
Wealth and Poverty
Where do wealth and poverty come from? Where do they lead? And what is the best and proper use of wealth?
Aug 4, 2019
The Grace of God
Gods grace and its effect on our lives.
Jul 21, 2019
Wisdom vs Foolishness
God wants to provide us with wisdom for life; the foolish reject it because they reject Him.
Jul 20, 2019
July Women's Study 2019
July Women's Study 2019
Jul 14, 2019
Planning and Decision Making
We must choose between two ways to live: either trusting God or leaning on our own understanding.
Jul 7, 2019
What is a Godly Family?
Parents and children should be a blessing to one another, but when children rebel against their parents’ instruction loving discipline is required.
Jun 30, 2019
What is a Godly Marriage?
Marriage is a gift from God, Proverbs gives us four keys to maintain it.
Jun 23, 2019
What is a Godly Woman?
A Godly woman is rooted in the fear of the Lord and produces righteous fruit, praise her for it!
Jun 16, 2019
What is a Godly Man? Fathers Day 2019
How do we know what it means to be a man? By turning to God’s Word and shutting out other voices.
Jun 15, 2019
June Women's Study 2019
June Women's Study 2019
Jun 9, 2019
What is Repentance?
Convinced of his sin, David turns to God for cleansing, renewal, and restoration.
Jun 2, 2019
Why Do We Worship?
God has shown you tremendous mercy; bless Him for it, lest you forget!
May 26, 2019
What Affects My Thinking?
Am I intertwined with the sinners and scoffers of this world, or meditating on God’s Word? These two inputs produce different outputs.
May 19, 2019
May Women's Study 2019
May Women's Study
May 19, 2019
When God Seems Distant
Why do good things happen to bad people, and how should a Christian respond?
May 12, 2019
Mothers Day 2019
Two Mothers
May 5, 2019
When God is Silent
What is going on when God seems silent, distant and how do I respond?
Apr 28, 2019
The Great Commission
God has a plan to transform the lives of people all over the world, and He intends for you to be a part of it.
Apr 21, 2019
The Power of the Resurrection
Jesus Christ has risen from the dead – we need to know this, share it, and receive the good news personally.
Apr 14, 2019
The Power of the Cross
Christ is crucified though obviously innocent, so that we who are obviously guilty might find forgiveness.
Apr 7, 2019
Professing and Denying
As crisis unfolds, we see the outcome of walking in the flesh and walking in the Spirit. Jesus is betrayed by Judas, tried by the Jews, and denied by Peter as He works for their salvation.
Mar 31, 2019
Resisting and Submitting to God’s Will
When God’s will seems hard do you resist or submit? As the cross looms ominously on the horizon we separate the separate reactions of Peter and Jesus.
Mar 24, 2019
Jesus our Passover
Jesus reveals Himself as the Passover lamb sacrificed for our sin, and institutes communion to remind all Christians of what He has done.
Mar 23, 2019
Womens Ministry - Endurance with Joy
March 2019
Mar 17, 2019
Blessing and Betrayal
Extreme reactions force us to ask: am I blessing Jesus, or betraying Him
Mar 10, 2019
Daniel 1
Mar 3, 2019
Come, Remember & Enter His Rest
Matthew 11:28-30
Feb 24, 2019
Ministries of Mercy
There will be a judgment of eternal blessing or cursing based on our actions in this life: did we minister to others or ignore their needs?
Feb 17, 2019
Jesus is Coming, Be Vigilant and Diligent
Jesus encourages Christians to be spiritually vigilant and diligent until His unscheduled return.
Feb 17, 2019
Womens Breakfast Feb 2019 - Washed in the Word
February 2019
Feb 10, 2019
The End is Near
Interpersonal conflict and international war will characterize life after Jesus’ departure, but He also promises a coming judgment and encourages His disciples to pursue holiness in the midst of it all.
Feb 3, 2019
The End of External Religion
God-less religion is critiqued by a patient, persistent, God who will ultimately judge all people and return to reign triumphantly over mankind.
Jan 27, 2019
Beware of Religious Hypocrisy
Jesus levels charges of hypocrisy against religious people and warns His followers how to avoid it.
Jan 20, 2019
Esteeming Humility
Jesus warns of corrupt religious motives and conduct while encouraging us to listen to God’s instruction in Scripture and humbly serve others.
Jan 19, 2019
Womens Ministry January 2019 - Being a Bondservant of Christ
2 Peter 1
Jan 13, 2019
Three Questions and One Great Command
People want to know: does God agree with me? Meanwhile, Jesus patiently explains the truth and calls people to love God and love others.
Jan 6, 2019
Three Questions for Jesus and One Great Command
God goes to extraordinary lengths to bless us, and people consistently reject and resist Him.
Dec 30, 2018
With Jesus or Against Jesus
Matthew 12
Dec 23, 2018
God's Surprising Plans for Christmas
Matthew 1:18-2:12
Dec 16, 2018
God’s Plans for Christmas
Isaiah 9:1-7
Dec 15, 2018
Womens Christmas Tea 2018
Womens Ministry
Dec 9, 2018
The Persistent Patience of God
Jesus tells Jewish leaders the Kingdom of God is going to be stripped from them because they won’t accept what God is doing despite His patient, persistent, grace and generosity
Dec 2, 2018
Why Doesn’t God Answer My Prayers
Jesus pronounces judgment on those who are more show than substance, and promises there is incredible power in righteous prayer.
Nov 25, 2018
Would you Recognize God?
As Jesus approaches Jerusalem, makes the Triumphal Entry, and enters the Temple, one question keeps coming up: will you worship Jesus or reject Him?
Nov 18, 2018
To Be Great, Serve
Jesus calls us to serve others as He has served us by fulfilling God’s unstoppable, pre-determined plan.
Nov 11, 2018
Forsaking all for Christ
Jesus exposes the true motivation of a rich young ruler and warns His own disciples about their reactions to His grace.
Nov 4, 2018
God's View of Singleness
Jesus gives three reasons why people might not marry and we consider what singles should do as they wait.
Oct 28, 2018
Marriage and Singleness
Jesus responds to a question about divorce by pointing out the true nature of marriage.
Oct 21, 2018
Living Together Well Part 2
Christians, who receive incalculable forgiveness from God, should eagerly share the same with others.
Oct 20, 2018
Womens Breakfast October 2018
Oct 14, 2018
Living Together Well
For the next several weeks we’re going to be looking at what Jesus says about how to live with other people – how to get along, how to value others, how to forgive them, and what God has to say about marriage.
Oct 7, 2018
Instructions in Prayer
1 Timothy 2:1-7
Sep 30, 2018
Isaiah 6
Isaiah 6
Sep 23, 2018
Jesus Knows
Jesus always understands what is happening at the deepest levels, and is entirely sufficient for the need.
Sep 20, 2018
Women's Breakfast September 2018
Sep 16, 2018
Denying Self and Seeing God
Jesus wants His disciples to know: difficulty is coming, but so is glory.
Sep 9, 2018
Peter’s Confession of Christ
God reveals Himself to people, involving them as He establishes and expands His unstoppable, inevitable, unconquerable kingdom.
Sep 2, 2018
The Importance of Right Beliefs
Jesus experiences conflict with arrogant Pharisees and Sadducees (He refuses to cooperate), expresses concern for the ignorant disciples (He shows concern and patience), and is recognized and adored as the Christ (He gives promises).
Aug 26, 2018
The Generosity of Jesus
Outsiders are brought in and blessed as they persistently seek Jesus.
Aug 19, 2018
Three Portraits of Worship
Genesis 22
Aug 12, 2018
Defilement Comes From Within
The greatest issues of life are things that happen within us, not things we bolt on to the outside of us.
Aug 5, 2018
What God Can Do Through You
Jesus, seeking time alone, does miracles for countless thousands and involves His disciples
Jul 29, 2018
Diligence vs. Laziness
Work is a part of our lives; we should neither avoid it nor worship it.
Jul 29, 2018
Facing Persecution
God has given us boundaries for life, staying within them is hard, but step over them and things get messy quickly.
Jul 22, 2018
Repent and Rebuild
Nehemiah
Jul 15, 2018
What's the Real Value?
The Kingdom of Heaven is supremely worthy and should be pursued at all costs.
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Jul 8, 2018
God's Unstoppable Kingdom
The Kingdom of Heaven is indestructible- the good seeds will grow until harvest time, the tiny seed will grow, the leaven will spread.
Jul 1, 2018
What is God Saying?
We are going to take a look at how different people respond to God as we hear one of Jesus’ most famous parables, which is also one of His most difficult. It’s the parable of the sower which shows us four possible responses for people who have heard from God.
Jun 24, 2018
The Power of the Gospel
1 Thessalonians 1:1-5
Jun 17, 2018
Doing, Not Just Seeing
DOING God’s will is more important than seeing signs or even cleaning up your life.
Jun 10, 2018
You Can't Hide What's In your Heart
What we resist reveals our allegiance.
Jun 3, 2018
When Can I Break the Rules
Jesus is accused of not keeping the religious laws and responds by appealing to the heart behind the law.
May 20, 2018
God's End Game, What's Your Role?
May 19, 2018
Turn Aside Women's Conference
Tiffany Simons - Session One
May 19, 2018
Turn Aside Women's Conference
Madeleine Schlenz - Session Two
May 19, 2018
Turn Aside Women's Conference
Sherri Youngwood-Tesimoney
May 19, 2018
Turn Aside Women's Conference
Krista Miller - Testimony
May 13, 2018
Misunderstanding Jesus
Jesus addresses questions about His identity, responds to rejection, and issues a call for the weary and worn-out to come find rest in Him.
May 6, 2018
The Condition of Ministry
Jesus asks for the complete loyalty of His disciples and though they will experience opposition, they will also have His unfailing support.
Apr 29, 2018
The Call to Ministry
Jesus asks us to share His burden for the lost through prayer and calls some of us to go do something about it.
Apr 22, 2018
Understanding Jesus
Jesus reveals His compassion for people as He proves He can heal things no one else can, including lives broken by personal choices or misfortune.
Apr 21, 2018
Womens Breakfast
Apr 15, 2018
The Authority of Christ
Jesus demonstrates His authority over the natural and supernatural things in this world because what He really wants to communicate is His authority over sin.
Apr 8, 2018
Grace to the Outcasts
Jesus heals a diverse group of people demonstrating His personal power and the inclusive nature of the gospel.
Apr 1, 2018
Fresh Starts and New Beginnings
The Bible tells us the resurrection is the gospel – which was preached, which many of us have received, in which we stand and by which we are saved if we hold fast, unless we have believed in vain.
Mar 25, 2018
Ask. Seek. Knock.
Matthew 7:6-12
Mar 18, 2018
I Have Come to Fulfill the Law
Matthew 6
Mar 17, 2018
March Women's Breakfast
Mar 13, 2018
Do not Worry or Judge
Make seeking God the greatest priority in your life and everything else that is important will fall into place.
Mar 6, 2018
Where is My Focus
Christians should give, pray, and fast for God, but this is only possible when our aspirations, attention, and affections are focused on Him instead of on others or ourselves.
Feb 25, 2018
The Lord's Prayer Part 4
Jesus teaches us to declare dependency on our Heavenly Father for provision, pardon, and protection. Matthew 6:5-15
Feb 18, 2018
The Lord's Prayer Part 3
Every day of our lives there is a competition between autonomy – making our own independent decisions and authority – accepting the need to submit to another, to be regulated by someone other than me. This battle between authority and autonomy is a test of our allegiance: when push comes to shove, will I choose me or bend the knee? Our allegiance is tested every day in significant as well as trivial ways.
Feb 17, 2018
Womens Breakfast
Feb 11, 2018
The Lord's Prayer Part 2
Christian prayer is communication with a Holy Father who knows our needs; understanding this affects our expectations of, and approach to, prayer.
Feb 4, 2018
The Lord's Prayer
It is possible to do religious things like giving, praying, or fasting for the wrong reasons, so Jesus confronts the issue and offers a corrective.
Jan 21, 2018
Thinking of Others and Acting Generously
Jesus commends a life full of discrete giving that benefits others, glorifies God, and results in personal reward. Matthew 6:1-4
Jan 20, 2018
City Gates Women's Fellowship
Jan 14, 2018
A New You in the New Year: Non-Retaliation & Active Love
We human beings have this tendency to take the things God says and twist them to suit our own interests, desires, or tendencies. We often make excuses for ourselves, let ourselves off the hook, and generally see ourselves as better than we really are. So, Jesus comes along, pushes our ideas aside and goes after our heart. As we’ve said so many times, He goes after the source of our disease instead of simply dealing with the symptoms. Matthew 5:38-48
Jan 7, 2018
Keep Your Word: stand by your commitments in marriage and everywhere else
This morning we find Jesus talking about the institution of marriage and the habit some people have of swearing oaths. We’ll cover some very interesting stuff this morning, but let me give away the surprise before we even get started, this really isn’t about divorce and marriage and what you can and can’t say, it’s an attempt to expose what’s going on in your heart that would lead to these outcomes. It’s about the disease that produces the symptoms, not just the symptoms themselves
Dec 31, 2017
What Life is About: Knowing Christ and Making Him Known
New Years Eve Message
Dec 24, 2017
Christmas Eve 2017
Celebration of Christmas in word and song
Dec 17, 2017
How to Have a Peaceful Christmas
Phillipians 4:6-7
Dec 10, 2017
Adultery Begins in the Heart
We’re going to be dealing with a sensitive topic today: the issue of lust and adultery – things we see at the top of our news feeds and headlines each day. And, we’re going to see what God has to say about this kind of behavior. We’re going to do our best to address things directly, bluntly, but tactfully and tastefully in a way that exposes and explores the issue so that those who need to change can, and the rest can be equipped to help those in need.
Dec 3, 2017
Murder Begins in the Heart
Matthew 5:21-26
Dec 2, 2017
Christmas Tea CC Williamsburg Va
Nov 26, 2017
In Pursuit of Righteousness
Jesus wants us to know that murder is actually just one symptom, one expression, of a deeper and wider disease. Murder is just the ugly offspring of anger. No one ever said, I’m so grateful and thankful and appreciative for you, I just can’t wait to hurt you. So what you really need to do is go after the anger that produces murder and that anger lives in each of us. Matthew 5:13-20
Nov 19, 2017
Who Does God Bless? Pt 6
This morning we continue our study in the gospel of Matthew. We’ve been looking at the Sermon on the Mount, the longest sermon by Jesus on record. This morning we finish the introductory section known as the Beatitudes.
Nov 12, 2017
Jimmy O'Keefe - Mark 4:38-39
Mark 4:38-39
Nov 6, 2017
Who Does God Bless? Pt 5
We continue our study through the Gospel of Matthew. We’re in the Sermon on the Mount, the most famous teaching of Jesus. And specifically, we’re in the opening section known as the Beatitudes, from the Latin word beatus for blessed, because it’s a list of eight behaviors and attitudes specially blessed by God. Matthew 5:9
Oct 29, 2017
Who Does God Bless? Pt 4
This morning we continue our study in the gospel of Matthew. We’ve come to the Sermon on the Mount, and we’re looking at the opening passage, called the Beatitudes, where Jesus tells us about the behaviors and blessings that characterize those who are devoted to Him.
Oct 22, 2017
Who Does God Bless? Pt 3
We continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount this morning, Jesus’ most famous sermon.
Oct 15, 2017
Who Does God Bless? Pt 2
We continue our study of the Sermon on the Mount this morning, Jesus’ most famous sermon. If you take what you find here seriously, and you should, it will challenge the way you live your day to day life.
Oct 14, 2017
3 Gods Definition of Forgiveness
Romans 8
Oct 14, 2017
1 The Authority of God
Romans 8
Oct 14, 2017
4 Gods Definition of Success
Romans 8
Oct 14, 2017
2 Treasuring the Word.mp3
Romans 8
Oct 8, 2017
Who Does God Bless?
If you have come in here this morning, and you are at the end of your rope, if you are exhausted and spent, tired and frustrated, I want you to know: you’re in the right place.We’re going to hear Jesus speak in the Sermon on the Mount, His most famous sermon, and we’re going to find a message of encouragement and blessing for those who are willing to receive it. Matthew 5:1-3
Oct 1, 2017
You Can Change
People from the capital and all around Israel went out to hear what John had to say and see what God was doing through him.People were broken by what they heard and saw. God was on the move, convicting people, showing them sin they needed to confess, areas that needed to change in their life, and they responded by saying “Yes, that’s me. I need to change. Matthew 4:12-25
Sep 24, 2017
Which Way to Go?
What often happens after you make a declaration that you want to live for God? Things get hard. Your change, your choice, and your commitment is challenged. And that’s what we see happen with Jesus this morning. Matthew 4:1-11
Sep 17, 2017
The Baptism of Jesus
So far, on our journey through Matthew’s gospel we have seen Jesus’ family tree and heard the story of His rather unusual birth to a virgin mom and adopted dad.This morning, the story moves ahead almost 30 years and we find Jesus as a grown man about to begin His ministry. Matthew 3:1-17
Sep 10, 2017
The Son is Given
Matthew 1:18-2:23 When Jesus is born, different people respond in different ways - which best represents you?
Sep 3, 2017
A Polluted Pedigree
Matt 1:1-17 Matthew's life was turned upside down by Jesus, is it any wonder he would show us that Jesus' family tree was full of people you wouldn't expect?
Aug 27, 2017
Guest Speaker Roger Kinsey
John 15
Aug 20, 2017
What We Believe The Church
Part four of a four-part series on what Christians believe.
Aug 15, 2017
Ladies Bible Study
Madeleine Schlenz presentation to the Ladies of Calvary Chapel Las Vegas NV
Aug 13, 2017
What We Believe The Christian Life
Part three of a four-part series on what Christians believe.
Aug 6, 2017
What We Believe Jesus & the Gospel
Part two of a four-part series on what Christians believe.
Jul 30, 2017
What We Believe God & Man
A four-part series on what Christians believe. In this first study we ask who is God, and find seven practical answers.
Jul 23, 2017
Living Together in Peace
Titus 3 - Teaches us that we need to attempt to live peaceably with people both inside and outside the church, avoiding unnecessary conflict wherever possible and to rest in the knowledge of what God has done for us and what lies ahead.
Jul 16, 2017
Pastor Vic John 15
Abiding - Living life in genuine worship.
Jul 9, 2017
What Makes A Good Church?
Titus 2 - God is calling men, women, young, old, workers and bosses, to live a life of integrity, purpose, and commitment to God and others instead of ourselves.
Jul 2, 2017
What are Elders?
Titus 1 - Every Christian, regardless of title, should desire to be more like Christ and these verses spell out some of what that looks like.
Jun 25, 2017
The Armor of God
Ephesians 6:10-24 We may be the children of God, but we live on a battleground, not a playground. There is a spiritual reality to the physical world we live in.
Jun 18, 2017
The Call of God
Pastor Jamie Hemeon shares his experience of Gods call on his and his families life.
Jun 17, 2017
HERmeneutics Spiritual Growth
Shaunice Aikoo leads us in a study of spiritual disciplines and the growth the foster
Jun 11, 2017
The Christian at Work
Ephesians 6:5-9 The things we're going to see in Scripture today can have an immediate impact on the work you do tomorrow: how you see it, how you approach it.
Jun 4, 2017
Christian Families
Ephesians 6:1-4 Christian families and how they should run - how children should respond to their parents, and how parents should treat their kids. It's practical stuff. It's simple to understand, but painful to apply.
May 21, 2017
Christian Marriage Pt 2
Ephesians 5:22-33 Christian husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loves the church. But what does that mean? You can't show this kind of love unless you know it.
May 14, 2017
Christian Marriage Pt1
Ephesians 5:22-33 Are Christian wives really called to submit to their husbands? And what does that mean anyway? We find our answers in God's Word.
May 7, 2017
How To Get Along
Ephesians 5:14-21 As Paul continues to encourage us regarding how to live as Christians, we see three specific examples of how Christians should live differently.
Apr 30, 2017
Be Imitators of God
Ephesians 5:1-14 As Christians there are things that we should never do, things that should "not even be named among us." They include sins that reflect corrupt desires in our heart and foul things that come out of our mouths. Is there any evidence of these things in your life? God is calling you to come away from them.
Apr 23, 2017
Pastor Vic 1 Cor 15
Pastor Vic Ransoms guides us back into 1 Cor 15
Apr 16, 2017
The Resurrected Life
Ephesians 4:25-32 At Easter we celebrate the resurrection of Christ and the new birth, but after we're born we still need to grow up spiritually. Paul gives us some very practical areas to work on.
Apr 9, 2017
How To Change
Ephesians 4:17-24 A line is drawn in the sand and Christians are told there MUST be a difference between in their lives as they put off their old identity and put on the identity of Christ.
Apr 2, 2017
God's Gift to the Church Pt 2
Ephesians 4:7-16 Pastors are supposed to "equip the saints for the work of ministry" but what is ministry? What does it produce? And how do you know what ministry you're called to? We find answers to all these questions and more.
Mar 26, 2017
God's Gifts to the Church Pt1
Ephesians 4:7-16 God has given specific leadership gifts to the church for the express purpose of building up all Christians. Is it working? Do you know what God has called you to, and are you being equipped for it? Are you being built up in your faith?
Mar 19, 2017
The Basis for Christian Unity
Ephesians 4:1-6 The life of a healthy Christian should be framed by humility, love, and unity that is based in our position in God. If there is only one faith, one Lord, one God and Father of all, how can we be in conflict with others who are also in Christ?
Mar 18, 2017
HERmeneutics When God Says No To A Good Thing
Madeleine Schlenz explores how we should respond when God seems to be saying no to a good thing we want so badly. Why would He do that?
Mar 12, 2017
Big God, Little Me
Ephesians 3:14-21
Mar 5, 2017
Jesus is the Jailer
Ephesians 3:1-13 Paul says he is a prisoner of Christ Jesus for the Gentiles. How does he respond to being in prison, and how what can we learn about enduring trials for the sake of the gospel? Is it possible that God might be calling us to suffer?
Feb 26, 2017
The Blessed Gospel
Pastor Vic reminds us of the life-changing simplicity of the gospel. Has it impacted you? Has your life been transformed?
Feb 19, 2017
Inclusive Love
Ephesians 2:11-23 Do you realize how amazing it is that people from all over planet earth worship the God of the Jews? Paul encourages the Ephesians, and us, to remember how amazing it is that Jesus drew us near to Himself from the ends of the earth.
Feb 18, 2017
HERmeneutics How Does She?
Women's Breakfast Tiffany Simons asked what are the traits we see in other women that make us want what they have? Are they Biblical or wordly things?
Feb 12, 2017
Saved From, Saved For
Ephesians 2:1-10 There is a difference between those who have been saved by Christ and those who have not, do we care about the destiny of the unsaved? And, what are the good works that God has prepared for Christians? What do they look like? The answer - at times, they look like work.
Feb 5, 2017
How To Pray Pt 4
Feb 4, 2017
Sexpectations Mens Breakfast Feb 2017
Where do our expectations and definitions come from? Too often, the answer is the world around us instead of Scripture. In this message Pastor Jeff addresses men of the church encouraging them to allow God to shape their desires.
Jan 29, 2017
How To Pray Pt 3
Ephesians 1:15-23 Paul begins to list three specific prayer requests for the church and the first is that we would know the hope the we have in God's calling. So, what is hope and how does it affect our lives?
Jan 22, 2017
How To Pray Pt 2
Ephesians 1:15-23 We continue to look at Paul's prayer for the Ephesians and consider what it means to know God, the Father of glory.
Jan 21, 2017
HERmeneutics What Do I See
HERmeneutics - TCGC Women's Breakfast. Peggy Pottenger takes us through Colossians and challenges how we see ourselves and how we talk to ourselves about what we see in the mirror in light of the gospel of Jesus.
Jan 15, 2017
How To Pray Pt 1
Ephesians 1:15-23 After praising God in the previous verses, Paul begins describing his prayers to God. We look at what hinders our prayer today, and compare that to the constant nature, content, and catalyst of Paul's prayers. His prayers are guided by three things: theology, experience, and awareness.
Jan 12, 2017
Whatever He Says, Do It
School of Ministry - Rich Chaffin exhorts us to be like the servants at the wedding at Cana. Mary told them, "Whatever He [Jesus] tells you, do it."
Jan 8, 2017
(The Gifts Of God) Guarantee
Ephesians 1:13-14 How do I become a Christian? Paul says God predestines us, but we also trust Him. And once we do, we become sealed with the Holy Spirit. What does that mean?
Jan 1, 2017
(The Gifts of God) Inheritance
Ephesians 1:11-12 On top of all the other gifts He's given us, God has ALSO given us an inheritance in Christ. So, why do we go looking in so many other places for acceptance, belonging, and worth?
Dec 24, 2016
Christmas Eve Service
The entire Christmas Eve Service from The City Gates Church, lots of great Christmas Worship, a reading of Luke 2 and message about Jesus the Light of the World.
Dec 18, 2016
(The Gifts of God) Wisdom
Ephesians 1:7-10 God abounds in grace and wisdom and He offers them both to us. And, what do we do when God's choices in our life don't feel so wise?
Dec 11, 2016
(The Gifts of God) Redemption
Ephesians 1:7 What does it mean to be redeemed, and why does Christian forgiveness require blood?
Dec 4, 2016
Abiding in Christ
Guest Roger Kinsey encourages us to remain in Christ and let Him have His perfect way in us.
Nov 27, 2016
Accepted In Christ
Ephesians 1:5-6 We all struggle and make compromises we later regret just to be accepted by other people. Meanwhile, God is going to incredible lengths to let us know we're accepted in Christ.
Nov 20, 2016
Are You Holy?
Ephesians 1:4 What was the purpose of God saving us? That we would be holy and blameless. Is that how you feel?
Nov 13, 2016
Predestined to Praise Pt2
Ephesians 1:4-6 Predestination is a hot-button topic for some people. What does it mean? And how does adoption help us understand it better?
Nov 6, 2016
Predestined to Praise
Ephesians 1:4 God chose to save people in Christ before the foundation of the world and nothing in the world has been able to stop that from happening.
Oct 30, 2016
How God Blesses Us
Ephesians 1:3 We bless God because He has blessed us. These blessings are available now and they are real, but they are spiritual, not material, and they only found in Christ. So what does that look like? Pastor Jeff gives us some answers.
Oct 23, 2016
Blessing God Pt 2
Ephesians 1:3 Why do we bless God, and what should that look like in our lives?
Oct 16, 2016
Blessing God
Ephesians 1:3 What does it mean to 'bless' God, and what keeps us from doing it? In a nutshell: we're ignorant, choked out, and/or crowded over.
Oct 15, 2016
The Pattern of Paul
Madeleine Schlenz investigates why Paul has such a different perspective on fear and trials even after all he has been through. From the 2016 Calvary Chapel Women's Conference at CC Lynchburg.
Oct 9, 2016
Why Grace is Amazing
Ephesians 1:2 We've all heard of grace and peace, but what do the words really mean? Why is grace amazing, and what is the significance of it coming to us from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ?
Oct 2, 2016
Saints In Strange Places
Ephesians 1:1b - is written to the saints (who are they?) who are in Ephesus and Christ Jesus, which means we can, and should, be in two places at once.
Sep 25, 2016
An Interrupted Life
Eph 1:1a Paul finds sees his entire purpose and identity in life as directed by God. Can this sovereign God also have His way in our lives today? Yes! He must.
Sep 18, 2016
What Is Your Legacy?
Damon Friedman, founder of SOF Missions, challenges us to consider what our legacy will be by looking at Paul's example with the Ephesian elders in Acts 20.
Sep 17, 2016
HERmeneutics What I See Is What I Will Become
Madeleine Schlenz shares from Matthew 6 about how what we focus on determines the course of our lives. From the women's breakfast on 17 Sep 2016.
Sep 11, 2016
Rejoicing in God's Provision
Psalm 21 After "the day of trouble" we find two sides: those who are blessed by God and those who face His judgment, which will you be?
Sep 4, 2016
How To Pray For Others
Psalm 20 shows us how David responds to 'the day of trouble' and how he is encouraged by the people who are praying for him as he does.
Aug 28, 2016
How Does God Talk?
Ps 19 - In this short Psalm we find the Heavens declaring God's glory, the Scripture declaring His identity, and David responding with a confession of sin and a desire to be filled with things acceptable to God.
Aug 21, 2016
What Does It Take To Live With God?
Ps 15 explores the question: who can live in God's presence? The answer is comprehensively simple.
Aug 14, 2016
Receiving Gods Grace
Joshua 24 - As the book closes, Joshua gathers the people together to review what God has done and how they should respond. We discover that God is capable of using anyone, and we have no excuses.
Aug 7, 2016
Complacency Will Kill You
Joshua 23 As the book of Joshua comes to a close, Joshua warns the people: don't grow complacent. It's a great admonition for modern Christians as well.
Jul 31, 2016
Important Decisions
Pastor Vic presents us with the two most important decisions a person can make as we prepare to recognize Maureen Finnegan's retirement from decades of ministry service.
Jul 24, 2016
Four Reasons God Gave Us His Word
Jesse Wallace gives us four reasons God gives us the Bible as a guide to life and understanding Him
Jul 17, 2016
We Had Good Intentions
As the Eastern tribes head back across the Jordan, conflict arises over a new altar they've built. What were they thinking???
Jul 17, 2016
When Sin Enters In
Pastor Jeff concludes a small group on marriage and relationships by wrapping up a discussion of roles and responsibilities and asking the question "What do we do about sin?"
Jul 10, 2016
Receiving The Land
Joshua 11-21 Israel takes possession of the entire land and defeats the giants people were once afraid of.
Jul 10, 2016
What is Love? Pt 2
Pastor Jeff continues a small group discussion exploring the nature of love and roles and responsibilities in marriage?
Jul 3, 2016
Calling for Help
When the Gibeonites are surrounded, they call for help. As Christians, do we call for help for when we're in need knowing that Jesus and the Church will show up to help?
Jul 3, 2016
What is Love?
Pastor Jeff continues a small group discussion asking the questions what are unity and love and how are they expressed in a marriage?
Jun 26, 2016
Marriage is Unity
Pastor Jeff leads a small group asking the question, What is Marriage?
Jun 26, 2016
They Did Not Ask God
Joshua 9 - Why did God command the destruction of the Canaanites? And how the Gibeonites avoided it.
Jun 19, 2016
When You Just Won't Wait
Joshua 7 and 8 - Achan took things that belonged to God and there were enormous consequences. Is a little disobedience really that bad? Yes.
Jun 12, 2016
God Does Things Differently
As the nation of Israel finds itself on the western side of the Jordan River, you would think it's time to move out and take the first city. You would be wrong. God does things differently
Jun 5, 2016
Memorial Stones
The nation of Israel is ready to cross into the Promised Land, but first they have to cross the Jordan River. They do it by following the ark, a reminder of God's presence, and then they build a memorial to remember what God has done.
May 29, 2016
The Need For Fellowship
Christians are called be connected to each other, more than just 'pious particles' floating through life.
May 22, 2016
Rahabs Unexpected Grace
Rahabs story is a completely unnecessary and extravagant display of God's grace.
May 21, 2016
HERmeneutics Contentment
Madeleine addresses the need for good definitions in the fight for contentment in a woman's heart
May 15, 2016
Courageous Obedience
As the book of Joshua opens, we discover that God uses old people (and lots of other people too) but He requires courageous obedience to move ahead.
May 8, 2016
What is Intercessory Prayer
We all know and love people who are drifting in sin, what should we do about it, and how should we pray?
May 1, 2016
Praying Gods Will
We know that God hears us if we pray according to His will, but what is His will? And, why doesn't He answer us sometimes even we do pray according to His will?
Apr 24, 2016
Knowing Gods Will
John says our prayers will be answered if we pray according to God's will. But what is His will?
Apr 17, 2016
God Bearing Witness
God gives us testimony, witnesses, and evidence to prove that we can KNOW we have eternal life.
Apr 10, 2016
Living Proof of Love
God commands us to love one another and He says His commandments are not burdensome - so why do that feel that way sometimes? Here are five reasons.
Apr 3, 2016
Perfecting Gods Love
When Christians love one another, John says they are actually perfecting, or completing God's love - that's sounds pretty overwhelming, but thanks to the work of the Son and the Spirit, it's not.
Mar 27, 2016
Easter Sunday 2016_1John4
God gave us a practical demonstration of love on the cross and then tells us to go and share that love with others.
Mar 20, 2016
Love One Another
The church is admonished to love one another because love is of God, and so are we. We need to show this love, even to those who are ornery as a mountain lion caught in a trap.
Mar 13, 2016
Victorious Little Children
No matter what else happens, Christians, as children of God, can be confident that He who is in them has overcome the world
Mar 6, 2016
Testing the Holy Spirit
John says Christians are filled with the Holy Spirit, but he also gives a warning NOT to accept all spirits and provides a method of knowing whether a spirit is worth listening to.
Feb 28, 2016
Resisting, Grieving, and Quenching the Holy Spirit
John says one proof that we are saved is that the Holy Spirit abides in us, unfortunately we can resist, grieve and quench His efforts
Feb 21, 2016
Abiding In The Spirit
Looking for proof that you're saved? John says the Holy Spirit will abide in you.
Feb 14, 2016
Giving As A Christian Obligation
Experiencing the love of God should prompt us to demonstrate the love of God, even when it costs us, because it certainly cost Him.
Feb 7, 2016
Is This Love?
How do you know what love really is? God has a pretty clear answer.
Jan 31, 2016
Can A Christian Sin?
The Christian is called to abandon sin and walk in love because "he has been born of God."
Jan 17, 2016
Ashamed Before God 1John2_28to3_3
Will you be ashamed to stand before God? You shouldn't - after all, He's made you His child, but are you also making yourself pure???
Jan 10, 2016
What Is Antichrist? 1 John 2:18-27
What does it mean to be antichrist? And are there many or just one?
Jan 3, 2016
Essential Ingredients
The early church was devoted to the apostle's doctrine and fellowship, the breaking of bread, and prayers. Are we?
Dec 27, 2015
My God and King
Pastor Vic reflects on the events of 2015 and declares God is Creator and Lord
Dec 20, 2015
Christmas 2015 What is Christmas?
Where did things like Christmas Trees, Santa, and Rudolph come from? And do we need them to celebrate Christmas?
Dec 13, 2015
How The World Attacks
Intelligence agencies spend billions of dollars figuring out how the enemy will attack next. John tells us for clearly - in this spiritual war, watch out for the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life.
Dec 6, 2015
What in the World?
God warns Christians not to love the world, but what does that mean?
Nov 29, 2015
Start Well, Do Well, Finish Well
John offers six encouragements addressed to three groups: baby Christians that he calls little children; growing believers that he calls young men; and those who have matured in the faith who he calls fathers.
Nov 22, 2015
Do You Really Know God?
How can you know if you really know God? Ask yourself: are you obeying His command to love others?
Nov 15, 2015
1John1_6to2_2 Honest Fellowship
Honesty is an essential key to fellowship: honesty with God, with others, & with ourselves.
Nov 8, 2015
1John1_5 Learning About God
Do you ever wonder what God is really like? Well, good news! God wants to be known, and John tells us something important about Him: He is light.
Nov 1, 2015
1John1_1to4 Finding Fellowship
In a normal, healthy church, individuals are in fellowship with God through Christ and in fellowships with each other as a result.
Oct 25, 2015
King Jesus
Pastor Vic finishes 1 Thes and installs new pastors for the new work God is beginning
Oct 11, 2015
Habits of a Healthy Church Pt 4
Pastor Vic wraps up his series on 1 Thessalonians
Oct 4, 2015
Ps 139 The Testimony of God's Long Grace
The story of how God has been at work throughout the decades to glorify His name in Northern Virginia
Sep 27, 2015
SOHH Update and Ps 63
Pastor Bill Jasan gives an update on what God has been doing in Haiti and shares insights on Psalm 63
Sep 20, 2015
Jude 22-25 Drifting From the Faith
As he closes his letter Jude urges Christians to reach out to those who are drifting and reminds us of the glory of God.
Sep 13, 2015
Jude 20-21 Building Your Faith
After telling us so many things to watch out for, Jude reminds us that we beloved by God and gives us four steps to grow in our faith.
Sep 6, 2015
Jude 16-19 Watch Your Mouth
There were at least three marks of the kind of people Jude warns us against: grumbling, complaining, and flattery - how should Christians respond to these issues?
Aug 30, 2015
Jude 5-15 A History of Judgment
Jude continues to warn about people in the church who are facing judgment instead of salvation - are you?
Aug 23, 2015
Jude 3-4 Lookout For Creeps
Jude wanted to write about something good, our common salvation, but something more important has come up: creepers have crept into the church
Aug 16, 2015
The Blessings of Being Chosen
In his letter to the church in Ephesus Paul describes the blessings that belong to those who have been chosen by God and who have responded to that calling.
Aug 9, 2015
Jude 1-2 The Slave and His Benefits
Jude, the younger brother of Jesus, introduces himself as a slave of Christ, but this is a slave who willing submits to a Master who has called us, and offers us love, peace, and mercy.
Aug 2, 2015
Phm 4 How Good is the Gospel?
What is the gospel worth to you? Enough to go back to something you had escaped from?
Jul 26, 2015
Phm 3 How Much Can You Forgive?
As a wealthy businessman the question for Philemon is not just what will you give, it's what will you forgive?
Jul 19, 2015
Phm 2 The Family of God
God has given us a family in Christ full of brothers and sisters who stand with us in thick and thin.
Jul 12, 2015
Phm 1 Prisoners of Christ
Paul introduced himself to Philemon as a prisoner of Jesus Christ. How do we see ourselves?
Jul 5, 2015
Truth: The Root of Love
Truth and love mix together seamlessly in the Christian's life and affect the choices they make.
Jun 28, 2015
Transformational Living
Pastor Matt Pottenger talks about being changed and used by Christ
Jun 21, 2015
A Ministry of Hospitality
John commends ministry in the name of Jesus and Christian hospitality
Jun 14, 2015
Rebuilding Everything
When the end finally comes, it's actually a beginning - the curse is gone, the King is on the throne, and His servants are serving.
Jun 7, 2015
What's At Stake In Eternity?
According to Revelation, heaven is real, but not everyone is going there. What keeps people out?
May 31, 2015
Making All Things New
Christians have God's promise that no matter how bad things are today, in Heaven He will make ALL things new.
May 24, 2015
Leaving a Legacy of Relationships
Pastor Bill Jasan presents his final exhortation to the body before moving to serve God in Haiti
May 10, 2015
The Great City Falls
As the judgment of God nears its culmination we see fall of Babylon. Could the fall of that city say anything to us? Yes it could.
May 3, 2015
Guest Tim Shanley
Tim shares how God called him to Bethesda to start a new work.
Apr 26, 2015
The Apocalyptic Exodus - Revelation 15 and 16
As the seven bowls of judgment are poured out on the earth we see yet another worship song in heaven.
Apr 19, 2015
The Final Gospel Call
In Revelation Chapter 14 we see the final mention of the word 'gospel' in the Bible as angel proclaims the good news to the world, but no one seems to respond.
Apr 15, 2015
HERmeneutics James 5:13-20
Ladies discuss the book of James verse by verse
Apr 12, 2015
Special Announcement
We've been praying for God's direction for the future of this church, and it looks like God may be giving us an answer...
Apr 8, 2015
HERmeneutics James 5:1-12
Ladies discuss the book of James verse by verse
Apr 5, 2015
Realities of the Resurrection
Why did Jesus rise from the grave? Because sin, death, and hell are real. But so are the cross, the tomb, and the resurrection. And because of all this, we receive a real new life.
Apr 4, 2015
Interview with Jason and Sheila of Metro Women's Care
Pastor Jeff interviews Jason and Sheila of Metro Women's Center to learn how they responded to an unplanned pregnancy in their own relationship
Mar 29, 2015
Trumpets of Judgment
As the seven trumpets of judgment are blown we discover what God's wrath look like and learn a little bit about what Jesus has suffered for us.
Mar 25, 2015
HERmeneutics James 4:11-17
Ladies discuss the book of James verse by verse
Mar 22, 2015
Seals, Suffering, and Salvation
As the Lamb opens the seals of the scroll we see suffering and the martyrs crying out.
Mar 20, 2015
Why Perspective Matters
Madeleine shares at a ladies tea why having a godly perspective on life is critical.
Mar 18, 2015
HERmeneutics James 4:1-10
Join our ladies as they dig into the Word!
Mar 15, 2015
There is Power in the Blood
Blood plays a central role throughout the Bible, but what is it really? And, what does it do? What can the physical reality of blood teach us about spiritual truth? Listen and learn.
Mar 8, 2015
What is Heaven Like?
What do you think Heaven is like? Have you seen what the Bible has to say?
Mar 4, 2015
James2_14to26 HERmeneutics
Faith and Works - how do they mingle? Listen in as a our ladies discuss the Scriptures together.
Mar 1, 2015
Suffocating Your Soul
In his last letter to the churches Jesus confront lukewarm Laodicea - is there anything in your life that cooling off your soul?
Feb 25, 2015
James2_1to13 HERmeneutics
Ladies discuss the book of James verse by verse
Feb 22, 2015
Snow Sermon - A Tale of Three Cities
We take a look at three cities and how they responded to the gospel
Feb 15, 2015
What Makes a Good Church?
Jesus is holy, true, and has all authority. The church in Philadelphia has simply responded to who Jesus is and what He has done, and now Jesus promises to take care of them forever.
Feb 11, 2015
James1_12to27 HERmeneutics
Ladies discuss the book of James verse by verse
Feb 8, 2015
The Hollow Church
Jesus had nothing good to say about the church in Sardis, they looked good from the outside, but were dying within. Unfortunately, we can be same way.
Feb 1, 2015
SoM - Preaching Books of the Bible
DA Carson gives a great short course on how and why to preach through entire books of the Bible
Feb 1, 2015
A Passion for Hurting People
Greg Laurie shares from pastoral experience and the experience of losing his own son.
Feb 1, 2015
SoM Courson on Suffering
Pastor Jon Courson shares lessons learned about how to respond to the difficult challenges God brings into our lives by examining His call to Abraham to sacrifice Isaac.
Feb 1, 2015
Jon Courson's Testimony
Pastor Jon Courson shares his testimony involving tragic pain and loss and how God sustained him through it all.
Feb 1, 2015
Finishing Well
In the letter to the church at Thyatira we find an admonition not just to do well, but to finish well too.
Jan 25, 2015
Loving Christ in Dark Places
Ever feel like you're surrounded by darkness and spiritually dead people, the only light in a dark place? Christians is Pergamos know the feeling, they lived "where Satan dwells." In order to survive they needed to remain doctrinally pure.
Jan 18, 2015
Responding to Adversity
Could poverty and tribulation really be a part of God's plan for your life? If you live in a place like Smyrna, the answer might be yes.
Jan 11, 2015
Leaving Your First Love
You might be very busy for God, but are you still in love with Him? That's the issue Jesus addresses in His letter to church at Ephesus.
Jan 9, 2015
Interview with Julie Lovejoy Part Two
Join Jeff as he interviews Julie Lovejoy from Metro Women's Center
Jan 8, 2015
Interview with Julie Lovejoy Part One
Join Jeff as he interviews Julie Lovejoy from Metro Women's Center
Jan 4, 2015
How To Change
We all want to change something about our lives. But why? The answer: because God created us to be more and is stirring the desire for change in us. Fortunately, we loves us just as we are - no matter how slowly that change comes.
Dec 28, 2014
A Few Thoughts on Faith
Dec 21, 2014
Christ in the Carols
Dec 14, 2014
Revelation 1:9-20 The Blessings of the Banished
Ever feel isolated, alone, banished from the rest of life? John did too, But there, on the island of Patmos, God brought him a revelation while he was in isolation.
Dec 7, 2014
Revelation 1:1-9 The Revelation of Jesus Christ
In the very first chapter of Revelation we see something about Jesus has changed: the Carpenter is now a King and there are benefits for those who serve Him
Nov 30, 2014
1 Corinthians 16 A Christian Response to Poverty & Need
How should Christians respond to people in need? Sometimes it involves giving and sometimes it involve going.
Nov 23, 2014
1 Corinthians 15:20-58 Be Steadfast, Immovable
How is the resurrection of individual Christians going to play out, and what do we do until it happens?
Nov 16, 2014
1 Corinthians 15:1-19 The Core of The Gospel
What do you think 'the gospel' is? Here in 1 Corinthians 15 the Bible gives us a concise answer.
Nov 9, 2014
1 Corinthians 14 Proper Protocol for Church
What should church be like? God gives us some basic instructions but the bottom line is this "decent and orderly."
Nov 2, 2014
1 Corinthians 13:6-13 Seven Things Love Does
Love doesn't just receive, it gives. Scripture tells us seven things it does.
Oct 26, 2014
1 Corinthians 13:5 Eight Things Love Does Not Do
1 Corinthians 13 helps us understand what love is like by telling eight things love does not do.
Oct 19, 2014
1 Corinthians 13:4 What Is Love Part 2
Love doesn't think too little of me and envy you, nor does it think too much of me and boast to you.
Oct 12, 2014
1 Corinthians 13:4 What is Love
How would you explain love? The first thing the Bible says: it is willing to suffer long.
Oct 5, 2014
1 Corinthians 13:1-3 Why Love Trumps All
What could be more excellent than all these amazing spiritual gifts? Love.