Advent Devotionals
Advent
Advent Devotionals
Daily “devotions” will be available to you in your journey through Advent this week.
Why We Are Moving to Two Services in East Falls
Announcement
Why We Are Moving to Two Services in East Falls
Beginning Sunday, August 20, the East Falls Campus will move to two services: 9:30AM and 11:30AM
Holy Week Devotions
Lent
Holy Week Devotions
Beginning February 22, every weekday will feature one leader from Metro who will lead our church in prayer over at least 1 particular “theme” of needs both in our city and local body.
Advent Devotional
Advent
Advent Devotional
Follow along with our daily devotionals during Advent.
Gospel Anthem 2022 || Spoken Word Poem
Video
Gospel Anthem 2022 || Spoken Word Poem
Metro's Innovation Team writes and delivers a powerful original poem of gospel paradox
Toward the Son
Video
Toward the Son
Spoken word poet Alexandra Green writes and delivers a powerful original poem called "Toward the Son" for Metro's Resurrection Sunday Easter Service.
Holy Week Devotionals
Lent
Holy Week Devotionals
Follow along with our daily devotionals during Holy Week.
MCF Virtual Q&A: "Hot Ones" Edition with Rev. Donny Cho & Sam Yoo
Crosswalk, Video
MCF Virtual Q&A: "Hot Ones" Edition with Rev. Donny Cho & Sam Yoo
Join Pastor Donny as he answers questions and shares stories as a pastor, husband, and father while he and Sam battle through the Scovilles together.
The Burial
Lent
The Burial
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
The Trial
Lent
The Trial
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
The Scriptures Must Be Fulfilled
Lent
The Scriptures Must Be Fulfilled
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Take This Cup From Me
Lent
Take This Cup From Me
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
You Will Disown Me
Lent
You Will Disown Me
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
You Will Betray Me
Lent
You Will Betray Me
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Lenten Devotionals
Lent
Lenten Devotionals
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
"A Christmas Promise" Read-along
Crossroads, Advent, Video
"A Christmas Promise" Read-along
Merry Christmas! We hope you enjoy this Christmas read-along of "A Christmas Promise" by the Metro Kid's Team!
Mary’s Song
Advent
Mary’s Song
The following Advent devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Elizabeth
Advent
Elizabeth
The following Advent devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Mary
Advent
Mary
The following Advent devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Herod
Advent
Herod
The following Advent devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
The Magi
Advent
The Magi
The following Advent devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Joseph
Advent
Joseph
The following Advent devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Advent Devotionals
Advent
Advent Devotionals
The following Advent devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
End of Year Giving
Advent, Video
End of Year Giving
We hope this brief encouragement moves you to worship the Lord as you reflect on the past year in view of the Lord’s unfailing faithfulness; may it lead you to give generously as we approach the end of the year—trusting in the Lord’s ever-present goodness.
Holy Saturday: Whoever Believes In Him – John 3:14-16
Lent
Holy Saturday: Whoever Believes In Him – John 3:14-16
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Good Friday: I Have Taken Away Your Sin – Zechariah 3:3-4
Lent
Good Friday: I Have Taken Away Your Sin – Zechariah 3:3-4
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
All We Like Sheep – Isaiah 53:1-6
Lent
All We Like Sheep – Isaiah 53:1-6
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
I Sinned – Psalm 51:4
Lent
I Sinned – Psalm 51:4
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
The Sun Had Set – Genesis 28:10-15
Lent
The Sun Had Set – Genesis 28:10-15
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Cursed – Genesis 3:13-20
Lent
Cursed – Genesis 3:13-20
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
Lenten Devotionals
Lent
Lenten Devotionals
The following Lenten devotional guide provides Scriptural texts we can meditate on as a church congregation, in concert with our sermon series, to gain a deeper understanding of our sin, a closer look at the beauty of Christ, and the power of the Gospel that saves and redeems.
An Update From Pastor Donny, March 19th
Announcement
An Update From Pastor Donny, March 19th
As COVID-19, and its impact, continues to develop with a rising number of confirmed cases throughout the country, and as our city commits to social distancing efforts to protect one another from further community spread, I thought I’d write to update you, our beloved family, on behalf of our pastors and elders at Metro...
COVID-19 Update from Rev. Donny Cho
Announcement
COVID-19 Update from Rev. Donny Cho
Sunday Worship live-streamed; In-person cancelled
22 Days of Prayer
Lent
22 Days of Prayer
Beginning March 2, every weekday will feature one leader from Metro who will lead our church in prayer over at least 1 particular “theme” of needs both in our city and local body.
Life Together — Alina
Life Together Series, Video
Life Together — Alina
Vision Sunday 2019
Video
Vision Sunday 2019
Vision Sunday 2019 Keynote Presentation
Video
Vision Sunday 2019 Keynote Presentation
Life Together — Metro Kids 2018 Christmas Presentation
Crossroads, Life Together Series, Video
Life Together — Metro Kids 2018 Christmas Presentation
Life Together — Women’s Fellowship (Fall Retreat 2018)
Life Together Series, Video
Life Together — Women’s Fellowship (Fall Retreat 2018)
Life Together — College Group (Fall Retreat 2018)
Crosswalk, Life Together Series, Video
Life Together — College Group (Fall Retreat 2018)
Ordination Greetings From Partners
Video
Ordination Greetings From Partners
Metro Stories: Ben Weaver
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Ben Weaver
As long as I kept succeeding, there was no reason for me to feel that putting faith in myself was a bad way to live.
Metro Stories: Melissa
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Melissa
I was always the one willing to carry other’s burdens but had difficulty letting others carry mine.
Life Together — College Group (Fall Retreat 2017)
Crosswalk, Life Together Series, Video
Life Together — College Group (Fall Retreat 2017)
Metro Stories: Sarah
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Sarah
Metro Stories: Christina Lee
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Christina Lee
Metro’s college group has impacted my life in that I found people I can trust and be vulnerable with.
Metro Stories: Andrew
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Andrew
I am now a firm believer that in the context of community, people change.
Metro Stories: Kerry
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Kerry
Metro Stories: Brian
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Brian
When one is in darkness for an extended period of time, the first exposure to the light is very painful.
Metro Stories: Kylan & Christina
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Kylan & Christina
More than anything, we wanted to be community dependent—both supporting and being supported by others.
Metro Stories: Hee Jun
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Hee Jun
Who doesn’t want to be a person of enduring value, a person who is valued and appreciated?
Metro Stories: Be Thou My Vision
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: Be Thou My Vision
I began to see that if Jesus isn’t my Lord, then something else will always be my Lord.
Life Together — Stephanie Chery
Life Together Series, Video
Life Together — Stephanie Chery
The Dearest Place On Earth
Metro Stories Series, Article
The Dearest Place On Earth
I experienced through pain and joy that the church is not a country club where you come dressed in Sunday best, but a place—a home—where rags are welcomed.
Life Together — Alina + Shaji
Life Together Series, Video
Life Together — Alina + Shaji
Metro Stories: True Love
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: True Love
Love isn’t something we need to emulate or live up to, but something that Jesus already did and is.
Metro Stories: How the Gospel Gives Us Freedom
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: How the Gospel Gives Us Freedom
On my best days, I live life believing I am beyond the need for Christ, although I may never say or even consciously think that statement. Then on my worst days, I feel that I am beyond the reach of Christ, needing to work until I am acceptable again.
Metro Stories: I Never Thought I'd Live On The East Coast
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: I Never Thought I'd Live On The East Coast
Born and raised in California, I never thought I’d live on the East Coast. Two questions, however, changed all that.
Metro Stories: What I've Noticed
Metro Stories Series, Article
Metro Stories: What I've Noticed
If I’m actually accepted by the Father Himself because of Jesus’ sacrifice, shouldn’t I be free from the need to break my back to gain acceptance from my friends, family, and coworkers?
The Meaning of Advent
Advent, Article
The Meaning of Advent
The Meaning of Advent
Peace on Earth
Advent, Article
Peace on Earth
Peace on Earth
What is Advent?
Advent, Article
What is Advent?
What is Advent?
Who Is Evan Kane?
Article
Who Is Evan Kane?
Who Is Evan Kane?
What It Means To Surrender
Article
What It Means To Surrender
What It Means To Surrender
The Foundation of Worship Part II: Worship Gone Awry
Article
The Foundation of Worship Part II: Worship Gone Awry
This is Part II of a three part series titled The Foundation of Worship. In this series, we will identify what true worship is (Part I), diagnose the problem of idolatry (Part II), and present the lasting cure (Part III).
What It Means To Remember
Article
What It Means To Remember
What It Means To Remember
The Importance of the Resurrection
Metro Stories Series, Article
The Importance of the Resurrection
The Importance of the Resurrection
The Foundation of Worship Part I: What Is True Worship?
Article
The Foundation of Worship Part I: What Is True Worship?
This is Part I of a three part series titled The Foundation of Worship. In this series, we will identify what true worship is (Part I), diagnose the problem of idolatry (Part II), and present the lasting cure (Part III).
The Power to Become a True Community
Article
The Power to Become a True Community
This series of blogs discusses the topic of “community”: God’s promise, and the elements, of a genuine, “alternate” community founded upon His character, mission, and grace.
The Values of God's "Alternate" Community, Part II
Article
The Values of God's "Alternate" Community, Part II
The Values of God's "Alternate" Community, Part II
The Values of God's "Alternate" Community
Article
The Values of God's "Alternate" Community
The Values of God's "Alternate" Community
The Promise of God’s “Alternate” Community
Article
The Promise of God’s “Alternate” Community
The Promise of God’s “Alternate” Community
The History of God's "Alternate" Community
Article
The History of God's "Alternate" Community
The Promise of God's "Alternate" Community