Mission Viejo Christian Church

In this series, “Radiant”, we will discover through God’s Word that true discipleship - following Jesus - begins when we stop hiding the broken places of our lives. Jesus meets us in our shatteredness, reveals our deep need for a Savior, and shows us that a fully surrendered life leads to real transformation from the inside out. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, ple...

With the New Year come all our best intentions to dig in, work hard and become the best version of ourselves in the coming year. It’s tempting to believe that with enough of our own effort we can achieve whatever success we want. But Jeremiah tells a different story. Trust in human effort is doomed to fail, while trust in God is the foundation for any true success. The only way to stay spiritually...

If God were to tell you right now how He feels about you, what do you think He would tell you? How you answer this question reveals a lot about what you think about God and yourself. For many of us, our minds are obsessed with production, and that has carried over into our relationship with God. We tend to value ourselves by what we do, but God values us by who we are. When we learn the power of a...

Christmas Eve services are a powerful moment to pause, reflect, and celebrate the hope found in the birth of Jesus Christ. In the midst of busy schedules and holiday traditions, gathering together reminds us that Christmas is ultimately about God stepping into our world to bring the gift of salvation to all people. These services create a welcoming space where hearts are often more open to hearing...

How do you stand when you don’t understand what life brings? Mary and Joseph surely wrestled with confusion as God revealed the story of Christmas to them. Yet they trusted that what felt like frustration often comes before God’s favor. In the end, both chose to stand on God’s word, believing His promise and trusting how He would bring the Son of God into the world. If you are interested in attend...

Isaiah 9:6 promises the coming of a divine Savior whose titles - Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Prince of Peace - reveal His wisdom, power, eternal care, and peace-bringing rule. It declares that the Messiah’s arrival will bring hope and light to a people walking in darkness. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcc...

It’s easy during the Christmas season to become so familiar with the story of Jesus’ birth that we overlook His presence in our daily lives. Yet the true glory of Christmas is the opportunity to recognize and honor the majesty and splendor of our God. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If you feel led to support this ministry,...

Today, as we close out Romans, we’re leaning into a powerful truth: God calls us to live from the overflow of His love. The Christian life was never meant to be routine; it’s a daily invitation to stay connected to Jesus and step into the assignment He’s placed right in front of us. This is the extraordinary life of the ordinary Christian. If you are interested in attending a service or finding ou...

What if the people of God became a people where we genuinely cared for one another, where people think of others first, and where hope naturally overflows? That is exactly the vision Paul gives in this passage. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If you feel led to support this ministry, then follow this link.  https://mvcchome...

How do we hold on to personal convictions while still living in unity with others who see things differently? God calls us to do life together in unity. The unity we share ought to be grounded in our faith in Jesus Christ and how we can advance the good news to others, even though we may disagree on some non-essential issues. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please...

What’s the main thing in Christianity - and how do we keep the main thing the main thing? The Apostle Paul reminds us that genuine love is at the heart of our faith. Love and integrity toward others are what attract people to the good news. The clock is ticking until Christ’s return, so we must seize the moment because our salvation (Christ’s return) is closer now than ever. If you are interested...

Have you ever wondered why God cares about the governments and leaders in our lives? God’s word gives us a clear answer in Romans 13:1–7: All authority comes from God. That means every leader, every law, every system exists because God allows it for the order and safety of society. We obey the laws of the land, unless those laws are contrary to God’s word. If you are interested in attending a serv...

Imagine meeting someone who could change the course of your life in a single day. In John 1:35-42, two brothers were about to encounter Jesus, follow Him, and witness the beginning of a life-altering journey that even led one to bring his own brother into the story. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If you feel led to support...

What are the true marks of a genuine follower of Christ? In a culture filled with division, Romans 12:9–21 reveals that authentic love - visible, sincere, and rooted in goodness - is what sets believers apart. Paul reminds us that Christlike love blesses even our enemies, showing compassion and forgiveness, and ultimately overcomes evil through the goodness and grace of God. If you are interested...

This passage reminds us that God renews and equips every believer with unique gifts to serve Him and build up His Church. When we use these gifts with humility and love, we reflect the renewing power of God’s glory to the world. Our prayer is that every follower of Christ would experience this renewal by discovering and using their God-given gifts to advance His mission - strengthening the Church...

Living a fulfilling life begins with recognizing all that God has done for us. In response, He calls us to a life of renewal - letting His Holy Spirit transform our thoughts, attitudes, and actions so we live differently than the world. God is moving across our nation, and He is seeking Christ followers who will offer fully surrendered hearts, allowing His renewal to impact others and change the w...

God’s mission has always been to rescue the whole human race. The only way this could be accomplished was for Him to come to earth and give His life on the cross. He did this out of love for all people — both Jew and Gentile, no one excluded. Now He invites us to follow Him and join in His mission to transform the world. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visi...

When we look at our world today, we see much that is good, yet we cannot overlook the heartache, pain, and brokenness that many are experiencing. As followers of Christ, we are not called to ignore these realities but to bring them before God. Our response must begin with compassion and a commitment to share the hope and truth of Jesus. The challenge before us is to live with courage and boldness....

God has a heart for cities because cities are filled with people who need the Lord. We want our city to know: We are here for you, and God loves you! This Sunday, September 14th, join us at both services as we celebrate local outreach and hear from some of the missionaries we support. As Jesus said in Matthew 28:18-20, “GO.” So let’s go – together! If you are interested in attending a service or f...

Everyone is looking for purpose and meaning in life, and God invites us to participate in sharing the message of eternal life with people who are searching. There is no greater privilege than to share the good news about Jesus, and see someone accept the Lord! Who will go and tell them? If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If yo...

What does God truly desire from us? Throughout Romans, we’ve seen that salvation comes by faith, but how does living by faith look in our daily lives? Why does God desire faith instead of mere obligated obedience? Romans 10:9 tells us, “If you confess with your mouth, ‘Jesus is Lord,’ and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.” Today, we’ll discover that God is...

Jesus came to bring abundant life (John 10:10). Sometimes we find ourselves wondering what God is doing in our circumstances. Is it wrong to question Him? At times, we may fall into the trap of thinking His choosing depends on our effort, instead of resting in His grace. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If you feel led to su...

Being deeply involved emotionally with someone means that we give them our heart! In this section, Paul, the author of Romans, is deeply emotional about the lost state of his community of people. He is willing to sacrifice for their salvation through Jesus Christ. “Lord, give us at MVCC, a passion for family and friends who are lost.” If you are interested in attending a service or finding out mor...

“All things" – means “ALL things work together for good for those who love God and who have been called according to His purpose.” It can seem like God is absent or He’s not working for the good if we lose our focus of the fact that He’s really in control. God’s word gives us help to trust Him. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.or...

Most of us have wrestled with the question, “If there is a God, why is there so much suffering in the world?” Or perhaps those who have decided to surrender their life to Jesus Christ have thought, “I’m living for Christ, why am I experiencing all this suffering?” Living the victorious life comes when we trust in God and His word, and ask the Lord to make us more like Him, even in the midst of suf...