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We believe the gospel impacts and transforms all aspects of our lives, our family, our neighborhoods, the arts, our faith communities, the marketplace and our world. As a faith community following Christ we are called to respond by engaging others with compassion, love and hope. ChurchONE supports local, regional and international efforts including YoungLife | ACTC | First Fruits Farm | Helping Up Mission | Cuirim House | IRC

  1. 1d ago

    Don't Go Without God | Exodus 33:12–23 | Mike Donohue

    What if getting everything we wanted still wasn't enough? After the Israelites worship the golden calf, God tells Moses that He will lead them into the Promised Land—but His presence will not go with them. Moses responds with a remarkable request: If you're not going with us, don't send us. In this second message of our three-week series on Moses, Mike Donohue explores Exodus 33:12–23 and what it means to live a life shaped by the presence of God. Together we'll explore: • Why Moses valued God's presence more than the promise of a better future • How what we give our attention to ultimately shapes who we become • What it means to practice God's presence rather than the presence of our problems • Why slowing down, prayer, Scripture, worship, and service help us become more aware of God • Why God can sometimes feel hidden, even when we desperately want to know Him • How God reveals His character through goodness, truth, beauty, love, and justice • Why Jesus makes it possible for us to experience God's presence through grace We often approach personal change by trying harder. We want to overcome our struggles, improve our habits, and become better people through sheer determination. But what if transformation begins somewhere else? What we pay attention to changes us. Moses understood that reaching the Promised Land meant little without the God who had brought them there. More than success, security, or even fulfilled promises, he wanted to know that God was with him. And that same invitation is extended to us. God may not always reveal Himself in the ways we expect, but He makes Himself known through His character, His Word, and our experience of following Him. Ultimately, Jesus is the rock in which we find shelter. Through His sacrifice, we are welcomed into the presence of a holy God—not because we've earned it, but because of His grace. "If your presence will not go, do not bring us up from here." — Exodus 33:15 The Christian life isn't simply about doing more for God. It's about learning to live every moment with God. If this message encouraged you, please follow the podcast and share this episode with someone who wants to grow in their awareness of God's presence. Church One Sunday Mornings at 10:15 AM 6200 North Charles Street Towson, MD 21212 Learn more at: https://www.churchone.us

  2. Oct 11

    When God Feels Distant | Exodus 32:1–14 | Mike Donohue

    What do we turn to when God seems silent? When Moses doesn't return from Mount Sinai, the Israelites begin to panic. They've been rescued from slavery in Egypt, but now they're waiting in the wilderness, uncertain about their future and wondering where God has gone. Their solution? Make a god they can see, touch, and control. In this first message of a three-week series on Moses, Mike Donohue explores Exodus 32:1–14 and the familiar story of the golden calf. But beneath this ancient story is a deeply relevant question: What are we trusting to give us the security, identity, and hope that only God can provide? Together we'll explore: • Why God's apparent silence can challenge our trust• How fear and uncertainty lead us to create idols• Why even good things can become false sources of identity and security• What Aaron's response reveals about the temptation to compromise our worship• Why God cares so deeply about what we worship• How Moses intercedes for Israel by appealing to God's character and promises• Why Jesus is the greater intercessor who stands in the gap for us The Israelites weren't simply worshiping a golden calf. They were looking for something to save them. And we're not so different. We may not build golden statues, but we can place our hope in success, approval, relationships, accomplishments, or anything else we believe will make us secure. Yet none of those things can carry the weight of our worship. As the story unfolds, Moses steps forward on behalf of a people who have lost their way. He doesn't argue that they deserve God's mercy. Instead, he appeals to who God is and what God has promised. And in Moses, we catch a glimpse of Jesus. Moses interceded for Israel, but Jesus is our greater intercessor. He doesn't merely plead our case—He gave Himself for us and continues to stand on our behalf. The invitation isn't simply to stop worshiping idols. It's to turn toward the living God, who has already made a way for us to come to Him through Jesus Christ. "But Moses implored the LORD his God..." — Exodus 32:11 If this message encouraged or challenged you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who may be learning to trust God in a season of uncertainty. For more information, visit:https://www.churchone.us Join us in person:Sunday Mornings at 10:15 AM6200 North Charles StreetTowson, MD 21212 #Exodus32 #GoldenCalf #Moses #Idolatry #TrustingGod #JesusChrist #Intercession #ChristianLiving #BibleTeaching #ChurchOne #SundaySermon

  3. Oct 4

    Press On | Philippians 3:4–14 | Sarah Batley

    What happens when the gospel truly takes hold of us? In Philippians 3, Paul looks back at who he was, considers who he has become, and describes a life that is still passionately moving toward one goal: to know Christ. Paul didn't lose his intensity, energy, or zeal when he encountered Jesus. The direction of his pursuit changed. The same passion he once used to persecute the church became a relentless pursuit of Christ and the purpose for which Christ had taken hold of him. In this message, Sarah Batley explores what Paul's transformation can teach us about our own. Together we'll explore: • How the gospel changes the way we understand ourselves and the world around us • What Paul's life reveals about genuine transformation • Why God doesn't erase our personality, passion, or natural wiring • How God can redirect those things toward His purposes • What it means to "press on" and take hold of what Christ has taken hold of us for • How paying attention to God's presence in ordinary moments can realign our lives • Why Paul's ultimate goal wasn't achievement, but simply to know Christ God doesn't want to turn us into passive versions of ourselves. Through the Holy Spirit, He transforms us more fully into the people He created us to be—redeeming our passions, abilities, energy, and experiences for His purposes. Paul's direction changed because Christ took hold of him. And his response was to keep moving toward Jesus: forgetting what was behind, straining toward what was ahead, and pressing on. So what did God begin awakening in you when you first came to know Him? And where might He still be redirecting that passion today? Sometimes following Jesus begins simply by realigning our gaze—looking toward Him, listening, and becoming attentive to what He is doing in the moments directly in front of us. "I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." — Philippians 3:14 If this message encouraged you, please follow the podcast and share this episode with someone who wants to keep growing in their relationship with Christ. Church One Sunday Mornings at 10:15 AM 6200 North Charles Street Towson, MD 21212 Learn more at: https://www.churchone.us

  4. Sep 27

    When Getting Along Isn’t Easy | Philippians 2:1–4 | Mike Donohue

    When Getting Along Isn’t Easy | Philippians 2:1–4 | Mike DonohueWhat do we do when getting along with other people isn't easy?Conflict is part of life—even among good people, even in the church. In Philippians, Paul writes to a community experiencing real disagreement and reminds them that the grace they've received from God should reshape the way they relate to one another.In this message, Mike Donohue explores Philippians 2:1–4 and the mindset that helps us move through conflict with greater humility, grace, and love.Together we'll explore:• Why remembering God's grace changes our perspective in conflict• How unity and shared purpose can become a pathway to joy• Why selfish ambition and the need to impress others divide us• How to hold our own interests while genuinely caring about the interests of others• Why we don't have to win every disagreement to matter• How the self-giving love of Jesus makes this kind of community possiblePaul doesn't ask us to erase our convictions, ignore our needs, or pretend disagreement doesn't exist. Instead, he challenges us to stop making everything about ourselves.Rather than asking only, "What do I need from this?" we can begin asking, "What does the other person need from me?"And that becomes possible when we remember that God's grace isn't scarce. There is plenty to go around.We don't learn to get along simply by trying harder. Jesus has already emptied Himself for us, and receiving His grace frees us to extend that same grace to one another."Don't look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too." — Philippians 2:4If this message encouraged or challenged you, please follow the podcast and share this episode with someone learning how to navigate relationships, disagreement, and community with greater grace.Church OneSunday Mornings at 10:15 AM6200 North Charles StreetTowson, MD 21212Learn more at:https://www.churchone.us

  5. Sep 20

    A Life That Is Truly Rich | Romans 16 | Mike Batley

    A Life That Is Truly Rich | Romans 16 | Mike Batley What does a truly rich life look like? As we reach the final chapter of Romans, Paul ends one of the most theologically significant letters in Scripture in a surprisingly personal way—with names. Friends, coworkers, servants, hosts, fellow prisoners, husbands, wives, and people who had faithfully served alongside him. In this message, Mike Batley explores Romans 16 through three pictures of the Christian life: a rich life, a unified life, and an anchored life. Together we'll explore: • Why true riches are found in relationships, service, and spiritual friendship • What Paul's personal greetings reveal about how the early church grew • Why unity among followers of Jesus is such a powerful witness to the world • How wisdom and Scripture help protect the church from division • What it means to live anchored in God's power rather than our own • Why the gospel advances through real people and real relationships After fifteen chapters of profound theology, Romans ends by reminding us that following Jesus was never meant to be an isolated experience. We sharpen, encourage, pray for, serve, and build one another up. As Church One prepares for a new season in a new building, Romans 16 also gives us an important reminder: the building isn't the finish line. It's a starting line. It's a resource to help us build relationships, love our neighbors, serve others, deepen spiritual friendships, and carry the gospel wherever we go. "To the only wise God be glory forever through Jesus Christ! Amen." — Romans 16:27 If this message encouraged you, please follow the podcast and share this episode with someone who wants to grow in a life of deeper faith, service, and spiritual friendship. Church One Sunday Mornings at 10:15 AM 6200 North Charles Street Towson, MD 21212 Learn more at: https://www.churchone.us

  6. Sep 13

    You’re Not the Judge | Romans 14 | Mike Donohue

    You’re Not the Judge | Romans 14 | Mike DonohueWhy is it so easy to judge people who think, believe, or live differently than we do?As Paul continues describing what a transformed life looks like, Romans 14 addresses something incredibly practical: how we love people when we disagree with them.The early church was bringing together people from very different cultural and religious backgrounds. Their differences over food, traditions, and religious practices quickly became opportunities to criticize, condemn, and look down on one another. Paul's response is a reminder we still need today: You're not the judge. Jesus is.In this message, Mike Donohue explores how we can develop meaningful convictions without using them to condemn others.Together we'll explore:• Why differences so easily lead to a judgmental spirit• How to recognize when something simply isn't ours to judge• Why Jesus sees a bigger picture than we do• How to develop convictions without becoming condemning• Why focusing on other people's problems can distract us from our own• How the grace of Jesus frees us to examine ourselves and love othersPaul doesn't tell us to stop caring about what is right or wrong. He encourages us to thoughtfully develop our own convictions while remembering that other people ultimately belong to God—not to us.Instead of spending our energy trying to control everyone else, we're invited to ask a different question: Who am I becoming, and how am I living before God?And when we turn that attention toward ourselves, we find grace. Jesus doesn't simply judge us—He took our judgment upon Himself. That grace frees us to confront the "log in our own eye" while extending love to people who are different from us."So let's stop condemning each other. Decide instead to live in such a way that you will not cause another believer to stumble and fall." — Romans 14:13If this message encouraged or challenged you, please follow the podcast and share this episode with someone learning how to love well even when we disagree.Church OneSunday Mornings at 10:15 AM6200 North Charles StreetTowson, MD 21212Learn more at:https://www.churchone.us

  7. Sep 6

    Faith, Government & Authority | Romans 13:1–7 | Mike Donohue

    Faith, Government & Authority | Romans 13:1–7 | Mike DonohueHow should Christians relate to government—especially when we disagree with those in power?Romans 13:1–7 is one of Scripture's most challenging passages on government and authority. Paul calls Christians to respect and submit to governing authorities, yet Scripture also gives examples of faithful people resisting authority when obedience to government would mean disobedience to God.In this message, Mike Donohue explores what Romans 13 can teach us about living faithfully in the middle of political anxiety, disagreement, and uncertainty.Together we'll explore:• Why Paul describes government as an authority established by God• The role government is intended to play in promoting order and justice• Why submission should be our posture without becoming blind compliance• When obedience to human authority reaches its limits• How Christians can respectfully disagree, participate, vote, and advocate for change• Why our ultimate allegiance can never belong to a government, political leader, or institutionGovernment isn't our savior, but it doesn't have to be our enemy either. It has a role to play—and Christians can honor that role while remembering that every human authority is ultimately accountable to God.Jesus said to give Caesar what belongs to Caesar and give God what belongs to God. Caesar's image may be stamped on the coin, but God's image is stamped on us.Government can ask for our taxes, civic respect, and obedience to just laws. It cannot claim our ultimate allegiance, identity, or soul."Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have been placed there by God." — Romans 13:1If this message encouraged or challenged you, please follow the podcast and share this episode with someone wrestling with what it means to faithfully follow Jesus in our political world.Church OneSunday Mornings at 10:15 AM6200 North Charles StreetTowson, MD 21212Learn more at:https://www.churchone.us

  8. Aug 30

    What Does Genuine Love Look Like? | Romans 12:9–16 | Mike Donohue

    It's easy to say we should love one another. Actually doing it is much harder. As Romans 12 shifts from what we believe to how we live, Paul gives us a practical picture of what it means to become people shaped by the love of God. In this message, Mike Donohue explores Romans 12:9–16 and Paul's simple but challenging instruction: Don't just pretend to love others. Really love them. Together we'll explore: What it means to love without hypocrisyWhy Paul's instructions are a picture of genuine love rather than a checklistHow to "riff" on love by asking what genuine love requires in each situationWhat it looks like to love difficult peopleHow pride, independence, and thinking we know it all can keep us from loving othersPractical ways to move toward people with greater compassion, hospitality, prayer, and care Genuine love won't look exactly the same in every circumstance. Sometimes it means rejoicing with someone. Sometimes it means weeping with them. It might mean practicing hospitality, listening instead of fixing, praying for someone, honoring them, or blessing someone who has hurt us. The invitation is to make genuine love the baseline of our lives and continually ask: What does it look like to genuinely love the person in front of me? God doesn't simply act lovingly. God is love. And as we receive His love, His grace transforms us into people who can increasingly give that love to others. "Don't just pretend to love others. Really love them. Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good." — Romans 12:9 If this message encouraged you, please follow the podcast and share this episode with someone who wants to grow in loving others more genuinely. Church OneSunday Mornings at 10:15 AM6200 North Charles StreetTowson, MD 21212 Learn more at:https://www.churchone.us

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We believe the gospel impacts and transforms all aspects of our lives, our family, our neighborhoods, the arts, our faith communities, the marketplace and our world. As a faith community following Christ we are called to respond by engaging others with compassion, love and hope. ChurchONE supports local, regional and international efforts including YoungLife | ACTC | First Fruits Farm | Helping Up Mission | Cuirim House | IRC

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    2025 - 2026
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