In continuing with our sermon series through Philippians, Pastor Emilio Ramos preached from Philippians 2:5-8, a message entitled “The Doctrine of Humility“.   3 Christological lessons to teach us humility: His divine privileges (Phil. 2:6) Those privileges relinquished (Phil. 2:7) Obedient unto death on a cross for us (Phil. 2:8) Though we are going to go through some high theology in this sermon don’t think that is...

In continuing with our sermon series through 1 Corinthians, Pastor Jay Jesuroga preached from 1 Corinthians 13:1-4, a message entitled “The Necessity of Love | Love is Patient“.   Love from 1 Corinthians 13: Biblical Love Is… Different than the world’s love Sourced in God (Gal. 5:22 | Rom. 5:5) By-product of regeneration (1 John 4:7-8) Dynamic, i.e. you can’t have enough love (Phil. 1:9 | 1 Thes....

In continuing with our sermon series through 1 Corinthians (particularly looking at spiritual gifts), Pastor Jay Jesuroga preached from 1 Corinthians 12:27-31, a message entitled “Spiritual Gifts: Apostles, Prophets, Teachers + More“.   Spiritual Gifts in chapter 12:27-21: The gift of… Apostle Prophet Teacher Miracles/Healings Helps Administrations Tongues The church is the body of Christ, and that body is made of...

Since Pastor Jay was out of town, Pastor Emilio Ramos gave a special message on Resurrection Sunday entitled, “4 Implications of the Empty Tomb” from selected Scriptures.   The outline is as follows: The vindication of the Son of God (1 Cor. 15:12-19) The centrality of the resurrection in the early church (Acts 2:22-36, 4:1-2, 23:6) The hope of the believer (1 Cor. 6:14, 15:51-57 | 2 Cor. 4:14) Living in the power of the...

Since Pastor Jay was out of town, Pastor Emilio Ramos gave a special message from Jeremiah 1:1-10 entitled, “Meet The Prophets“.   Pastor Emilio started off explaining why we should study the Old Testament as well as announced the next book he will start preaching through since he just finished going through John’s gospel (5 minute clip below): Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this...

In continuing with our sermon series through 1 Corinthians, Pastor Jay Jesuroga preached from 1 Corinthians 12:21-26, a message entitled “4 Aspects of the Body of Christ [Church]“. 4 Characteristics of the Body of Christ: The weaker members are essential (1 Cor. 12:21-22) God does not see as man sees (1 Sam. 16:6-7 | Luke 16:15) The members who lack honor are given more honor by God (1 Cor. 12:23-24) Supposed to be without...

In continuing with our sermon series through 1 Corinthians, Pastor Jay Jesuroga preached from 1 Corinthians 12:12-20, a message entitled “The Oneness & Diversity of the Body [Church]“. 2 Characteristics of the Body of Christ: The Oneness of the Body (1 Cor. 12:12-13) The Diversity of the Body (1 Cor. 12:14-20) Though our body is made up of many members we are just one body. In the same way the church is one but is made up of...

In continuing with our sermon series through Philippians, Pastor Emilio Ramos preached from Philippians 2:3-4, a message entitled “The Mind of Christ in the Unity of the Church – Pt.2“.   The challenges of unity 1. False glory vs. 3a • ‘selfishness’ (Jm. 3:14-16 same Greek word is translated selfish ambition; 1 Cor. 12:20 –translated as disputes; Gal. 5:20 – translated as contention) - Paul’s ministry was...

In continuing with our sermon series through Philippians, Pastor Emilio Ramos preached from Philippians 2:1-2, a message entitled “The Mind of Christ in the Unity of the Church – Pt.1“.   The Grace To… The Conditions for Unity (Phil. 2:1) Exhortation in Christ Consolation of love Fellowship of the Spirit Tender mercies & compassion The Completion of Unity (Phil. 2:2) Being of the same mind Having the...

In continuing with our sermon series through Philippians, Pastor Emilio Ramos preached from Philippians 1:29-30, a message entitled “Faith, Suffering, & Endurance“.   The Grace To… Believe (Phil. 1:29) This is saving faith Not innate within us but a gift (Acts 11:18 | John 6:44, 37-40) It works with the gospel (James 1:18 | 1 Peter 1:23 | 1 John 5:1) Suffer (Phil. 1:29, 3:10 | Col. 1:24 | Rom. 8:17 | 1 Pet....

In continuing with our sermon series through Philippians, Pastor Emilio Ramos preached from Philippians 1:28, a message entitled “The Benefits of a Gospel Centered Life – Courage“.   The Benefits of a Gospel Centered Life – Courage (Phil. 1:28): Paul calls the church to courage in the face of real persecution The persecution of the church speaks of… Destruction for their enemies (Phil. 3:17-19 | Acts...

In continuing with our sermon series through 1 Corinthians, Pastor Jay Jesuroga preached from 1 Corinthians 12:8-11, a message entitled “Spiritual Gifts: Prophecy & Tongues“. The Spiritual Gifts of… Prophecy: A foundational gift to reveal mysteries (Eph. 2:19-21, 3:1-6) Someone with the gift of prophecy would make one a prophet Not merely preaching (Acts 13:1-2) Prophecy is an inspired utterance by God’s servant to...

In continuing with our sermon series through 1 Corinthians, Pastor Jay Jesuroga preached from 1 Corinthians 12:8-11, a message entitled “Spiritual Gifts: Word of Wisdom/Knowledge & Faith“. Pastor Jay started off with some clarification that dealt with last weeks sermon on the gifts of miracles and healing (4 minute clip below): Audio clip: Adobe Flash Player (version 9 or above) is required to play this audio clip. Download the...

In continuing with our sermon series through 1 Corinthians, Pastor Jay Jesuroga preached from 1 Corinthians 12:8-11, a message entitled “Spirit Gifts: Healing/Miracles“. Last week, Jay let us know that he wanted to go through each individual gift. This week he focused on the gifts of miracles and healing. Gifts of Miracles and Healing: These gifts are the ability to heal certain diseases and to perform different types of...

In continuing with our sermon series through 1 Corinthians, Pastor Jay Jesuroga preached from 1 Corinthians 12:1-7, a message entitled “6 Elementary Principles of Spiritual Gifts“. Having just finished going through Paul’s reply to the Corinthians on the Lord’s Supper, Pastor Jay laid out what he would like for us to come away with as we start to go through 1 Corinthians 12-14 (7 minute clip below): Audio clip: Adobe...