Preparing for Sunday | September 24
SONGS WE’LL BE SINGING TOGETHER
How Deep The Father’s Love For Us | [listen]
Stuart Townsend
1 John 3:1
Come Thou Fount | [listen]
Robert Robinson
Psalm 16:11
Great And Mighty King | [listen]
Chris Brown, Zachary Kale, Brett Younker
Psalm 145:3
I Will Look Up | [listen]
Mack Brock, Chris Brown, Wade Joye, Matt Redman
Psalm 121:1
This Is Amazing Grace | [listen + lyrics]
Josh Farro, Phil Wickham, Jeremy Riddle
Revelation 5:12
SERMON TEXT
Luke 4:17-20
Preparing for Sunday | September 17
SONGS WE’LL BE SINGING TOGETHER
This I Believe (The Creed) | [listen | lyrics]
Ben Fielding, Matt Crocker
Romans 1:16
Heart Abandoned | [listen]
Kristian Stanfill, Sean Curran
Psalm 51:10
Glorious | [listen]
Paul Baloche, Benton Brown
Exodus 15:11
‘Tis So Sweet | [listen + devotional]
Louisa M. R. Stead, Melody Von Kahle, Brian St. Andre
Psalm 34:8
His Mercy Is More | [listen]
Matt Boswell, Matt Papa
Romans 5:20
SERMON TEXT
Galatians 5:14
Doxologies: ‘Tis So Sweet
“‘Tis So Sweet” is a hymn inspired by great personal tragedy. Yet each stanza celebrates trust and dependency on the sure and steady rock of Jesus Christ in the face of hardship, trial, and uncertainty.
As a gift to the congregation of Reston Bible Church, the RBC worship team composed a new musical arrangement and wrote additional lyrics to the original version of “‘Tis So Sweet,” which was written by Louisa M. R. Stead in 1882. Even though this is a song born from tragedy, there is an even deeper root of joy we felt would bless our church family as we celebrate the goodness of Jesus over all facets of life.
For a limited time, you can download the live and studio versions of “‘Tis So Sweet” using the buttons below. The song is also available at iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon, and Google Play.
To guide your reflection as you listen to this song, we have created a devotional that includes the lyrics as well as seven days’ worth of Scripture readings and questions. We pray that this will enrich the words to you and deepen your trust in the Lord as you sing.
Introduction to Doxologies
We are excited to introduce “Doxologies” as a host of resources (music, theology, and art) to help you respond to the grace of God in Jesus Christ.
We have been working to provide original music from the band here at RBC to serve and bless you throughout your week as well as when we gather corporately each week. Along with the original music, we will use this space to continue to introduce other new songs, sharing some insights to the stories behind the songs and the Scriptures they are derived from.
One of the new features we hope God will use to bless you is found in the theology and reflection questions we will provide with each of the original songs. You will be able to find background information on the songs along with the Scriptures used to write the songs. The reflection questions are designed to help you press God’s Word deeper into your heart as you sing the truth about God in these songs. There will be seven days’ worth of reflections that will reveal specific information about the song bit by bit. These could be used individually or in your small groups. We will also include the chord charts whenever possible for use within your home or small group.
The first song we’d like to introduce you to is a version of “‘Tis So Sweet,” which includes additional lyrics and an original arrangement by Melody Von Kahle and Brian St. Andre. Check back this weekend to see Doxologies videos and resources about the song. As a gift to the congregation of RBC, we’d like to offer you a download of both the studio track and a live acoustic recording. The song is also available at iTunes, Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon, and Google Play.
We are hopeful that God will use these resources as a means to fuel your love for Him, His Word, and this world.
Preparing for Sunday | September 10
SONGS WE’LL BE SINGING TOGETHER
Only King Forever | [listen]
Mack Brock, Chris Brown, Steven Furtick, Wade Joye
1 Timothy 1:17
Great And Mighty King | [listen]
Chris Brown, Zachary Kale, Brett Younker
Psalm 145:3
Come to Me | [listen]
Elizabeth Akers, Jeff Capps, Michael Bleecker
Matthew 11:28-30
Man of Sorrows | [listen]
Matt Crocker, Brooke Ligertwood
Isaiah 53:3
O Praise The Name | [listen + lyrics]
by Benjamin Hastings, Dean Ussher, Marty Sampson
Romans 5:8
SERMON TEXT
Deuteronomy 6:4-5
Preparing for Sunday | September 3
SONGS WE’LL BE SINGING TOGETHER
The Lion and the Lamb | [listen + lyrics]
Leeland Mooring, Benton Brown, Brian Johnson
Deuteronomy 33:26
All Creatures of Our God and King | [listen]
by: Francis of Assisi
Psalm 69:34
Glorious | [listen]
Paul Baloche, Benton Brown
Exodus 15:11
Heart Abandoned | [listen]
Kristian Stanfill, Sean Curran
Psalm 51:10
SERMON TEXT
Psalm 100
Romans 12:1
Preparing for Sunday | August 27
I am excited to sing a new song with you all this week. Please take some time to watch our brief introduction to this song, “Heart Abandoned.” I look forward to gathering together for worship this Sunday!
SONGS WE’LL BE SINGING TOGETHER
This Is Amazing Grace | [listen + lyrics]
Josh Farro, Phil Wickham, Jeremy Riddle
Revelation 5:12
Be Lifted High | [listen]
Mack Brock, Chris Brown, Jess Cates, Wade Joye, Jane Williams
John 3:30
Heart Abandoned | [listen]
Kristian Stanfill, Sean Curran
Psalm 51:10
Holy Spirit | [listen]
Bryan and Katie Torwalt
2 Corinthians 3:17-18
In Christ Alone | [listen + lyrics]
by: Keith Getty, Stuart Townend
Galatians 2:20
SERMON TEXT
Psalm 119
Preparing for Sunday | August 20
SONGS WE’LL BE SINGING TOGETHER
Great Things | [listen]
Mack Brock, Chris Brown, Wade Joye
Psalm 126:3
Be Thou My Vision | [listen]
by: Eleanor Henrietta Hull, Mary Elizabeth Byrne (Arrangement: Ascend The Hill)
2 Corinthians 3:17-18
What A Beautiful Name | [listen]
Ben Fielding, Brooke Ligertwood
Hebrews 1:3
Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery | [listen + lyrics]
Matt Boswell, Matt Papa, Michael Bleecker
Colossians 1:26-27
Jesus Is Better | [listen]
Aaron Ivey, Brett Land
Mark 9:24
SERMON TEXT
Psalm 73
Before You Leave Home: Keeping Your Faith in College and Beyond
Having been around the block a few times, I would like to pass on to the younger generation some wisdom that will make college some of the best years of their lives.
There are many intellectual and moral challenges you will face, but I pray this video will smooth the way for a successful trajectory in life.
-Pastor Mike
Preparing for Sunday | August 13
SONGS WE’LL BE SINGING TOGETHER
Man of Sorrows | [listen]
Matt Crocker, Brooke Ligertwood
Isaiah 53:3
Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery | [listen + lyrics]
Matt Boswell, Matt Papa, Michael Bleecker
Colossians 1:26-27
Great Are You Lord | [listen]
Leslie Jordan, David Leonard
2 Corinthians 4:6
Your Promises| [listen]
Chris Brown, Mack Brock, Steven Furtick, Wade Joye
2 Peter 1:3-4a
The Lion and the Lamb | [listen + lyrics]
Leeland Mooring, Benton Brown, Brian Johnson
Deuteronomy 33:26
SERMON TEXT
Psalm 51