Mission Viejo Christian Church

Jesus came to break the religious structure of his day to include everyone into His kingdom. So, who would Jesus choose to be the example of who will be accepted into heaven? The answer might surprise us. 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.org/g...

What does it mean to truly walk in humility? Arrogant people repel others, but the humble attract others to God. Every day we are faced with choices, pride being the easiest way, but choosing humility takes strength that only God can give. What will you choose? 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...

What do you do when you don’t see results in prayer? Sometimes, it is difficult to continue when we don’t see results. What do you do when the more you pray for something, the worse things seem? Let’s examine the time Jesus told about the power of one woman’s persistence in prayer. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If you fee...

Life is filled with uncertainty, and this is certainly true of the future. There are many times the Lord gave vision to an individual or individuals. The purpose of seeing the vision was to fulfill God’s purpose and plan. So what about today? What is the vision God gave us, and what does it mean to me? If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvc...

Have you ever seen the movie Willy Wonka? It’s the one with the golden ticket that gives you access into the chocolate factory.  Many Christians treat our faith like a golden ticket into heaven. We believe in the gospel and put our trust in Jesus as our savior, but the idea of intimately knowing God seems unattainable. So we hold onto our faith like a golden ticket and settle, putting off the idea...

This Christmas, as we look around at all the lights, trees, and hours spent searching for that perfect gift, we can get distracted from the true meaning of Christmas. God’s greatest gift to all humanity was a baby born in a manger. So come, and bring someone with you to Christmas Eve service as we REDISCOVER, once again, the true meaning of Christmas.   If you are interested in attending a service...

When there is a problem that arises in life – where do we go or who do we go to? The danger is using the words “I think” or “it seems right to me.” What if God wants to help us out in a different way? What can we learn from 10 men who were healed, but only one came back to say thank you?   If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If...

There is power in unforgiveness! There is an immediate feeling of control and power when we withhold forgiving someone, but what we are really putting ourselves in is an emotional prison. If we miss the opportunity to obey Jesus, we miss out on freedom. Forgiveness can’t change the past, but it can change you. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at htt...

During our lifetime, most of us have thought about what happens when we die. A recent CBS poll said 82% of Americans believe in a heaven and a hell, and 98% say they will make it to heaven. The Bible is crystal clear about what happens when we leave this earth. What about those around us who do not know their destiny? If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit u...

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.org/give

What is a prodigal? Answer: “One who spends lavishly or foolishly, or one who has returned after an absence.” What is it about this story that Jesus told in Luke 15 about the tale of two sons that captures so much interest? This story is shocking, dangerous, and scandalous – but why? If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If you f...

Have you ever been really, really lost? The kind of lost where the one single thing you know is that you are in big trouble? Something about being lost makes us willing to receive the help we might otherwise reject. Unfortunately, there is also something about being found that can lead to some truly troubling tendencies. It may be counterintuitive, but Jesus continues showing up with those who are...

Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a Lutheran pastor who wrote the famous book: “The Cost of Discipleship,” also wrote this famous quote, “When Christ calls a man, he bids him come and die.” How popular is that quote in our day and age? What did Jesus really mean when He said, “ If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me ”? What would life be like if...

Ever wonder why it takes a while for some people to come to know God?  We think, “What could be more important than knowing God and securing our eternity with him?” Jesus gives a wonderful story that a relationship with God is for everyone, but not everyone will come on our time. So what are we to do? If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcc...

No matter what the circumstances are, a sporting event, theatre, or any gathering, we tend to want the better seat than what we were given. Our human nature is to self-promote. Jesus addresses His followers about the attitude of pride vs. humility. So, where would Jesus park His car, or where would He sit at a gathering? How might things change if our attitude and action were, “I’ll take the seat...

How will society change? The answer is: one heart change at a time. What would happen if each of us who claimed to be Christ-followers really decided to live out God’s kingdom principles on earth? Jesus shows mercy to a man who was sick right in the middle of His accusers. Now He challenges us to go and do likewise. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us...

What if we who have received Jesus Christ as Lord of our lives really lived out the kingdom principles that Jesus taught? Can you imagine a community of people who dared to live out what Jesus taught without any reservation? The road to living it out is not easy, as it is a narrow door. If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https://mvcchome.org/ If yo...

How do we get ourselves out of a negative cycle? When we’re tired, feeling spiritually attacked, and disconnected, how do we get out of that? What do we do when we feel disconnected from God? Today we will find hope in being affirmed in our identity as sons and daughters of God. Jesus’ whole purpose was to bring the kingdom of God and explain to us what the kingdom of God is like. Are you ready to...

Have you ever wondered, “Does God really care about me and what I am going through?” A woman who met Jesus was afflicted for 18 years, and what we will see will be astounding! This account of a woman’s pain was replaced through the praise of 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, then...

With much tragedy and trouble in our world, the question that’s looming out there is, “Is God punishing people for disobedience today?” Jesus teaches directly about this issue, and the answer might surprise many! 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://mvccho...

The reality is that you cannot hear about Jesus Christ and remain the same. He draws a line in the sand. Either we can cross the line and receive salvation or stay where we are and face judgment. The remarkable aspect of God is that He gave us the right to choose. 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 t...

Everyone, regardless of their belief in God, wants to know how it will all end. Countless movies, books, and articles have told the story of the end of the world. Jesus spoke and taught intensely about this throughout the Word, but more than being aware of the signs of the end, it’s more about “pre-paring!” If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit us at https:...

Does any of this sound familiar? “I am worried about who I will marry, where I will live, will I get sick, will I be happy in my life, or will my kids make wise choices in their life?” Jesus gave some helpful help for all of us about worry. 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 follo...

What is it about the phrase “enough is never enough” that we don’t like? Someone once said, “Greed is the bottomless pit which exhausts the person in an endless effort to satisfy the need without ever reaching satisfaction.” In this passage, Jesus speaks directly to this issue and wants us to choose – what will we do? If you are interested in attending a service or finding out more, please visit u...

What was it about Jesus that thousands of people came out to follow Him, but at the end of the day, only a handful were truly dedicated? Jesus spoke truth, and He called for honor, obedience and commitment.  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.or...