Abundant Life Church

Have you ever heard this phrase, "that is so lame?"  This Sunday i'm starting a new series called "Great Expectations."  We are going to be looking at some great Biblical stories that will help all of us move from low to high expectations!  See you Sunday.

Having done all ...stand.  Ephesians 6:13

The size of the prize determines the severity of the fight.  The enemy knows your vulnerabilities and he'll push you to your limits.  When he does, remember, "Blessed is the man who endures...when he has been approved, he will recieve the crown."  (James 1:12)  "Approved" means victory qualifies you for greater things.  "Endures" means your staying power is being tested.  So, "having done all...stand."  When it comes to your prayer, your persistence...

The "Big Idea" for Xtreme Kids this week was "I Will Take A Risk To Help Others". We learned about Esther and the risk she took to save the Jews. It seems so simple, but how many of us would actually be willing to help someone if it could potentially cause us pain, greif, or even death. Yet this is what God calls us to. He calls us to treat others the way we would want to be treated. He tells us, "I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did...

 If you live in the DC or surrounding areas you already know how crazy the weather has been lately! But lets be honest it's time for the kids to go back to school! ALC (like every other church) has had to cancel a couple services because of the abnormally heavy snow fall in this region in the last few weeks. Its times like these that make me reflect and realize a couple things, #1 the void in my life without constant interaction with my brothers and sisters in Christ, there is nothing that...

"I have learned the secret of being content."  Phil. 4:12

Sometimes contentment means:  Learning to be happy with less.  A hard-charging executive decided to spend a few days in a monastery.  "I hope your stay is a blessed one,"  said the monk who showed in to his cell.  "If you need anything let us know.  We'll teach you how live without it."  Happiness isn't getting what you want, it's enjoying what God's given you.  Also, it is reminding yourself things could be worse.  Third,...