Dec 23, 2020 | Devotional, Theology
In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. … And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us … No one has ever seen God; the only God, who is at the Father’s side, he has made him known. – John 1:1, 14, 18 Man cannot know God apart...
Nov 19, 2020 | Devotional, Preaching, Sunday Sermons
Living for Christ makes us different in this world. We are not in step with its kingdoms. In a Christless culture, we are sojourners and strangers. Our views and values are not according to the lenses and loves of this world. Christ is our King and His kingdom is our...
Nov 5, 2020 | Devotional, Preaching, Sunday Sermons
A definitive departure marks the beginning of the end. Jesus leaves Galilee. He will not return until He is crucified and risen. At this turn, geography hints at theology. Jesus is leading His disciples to the Holy City, the capital of the kingdom. Matthew records the...
Oct 15, 2020 | Devotional, Shepherding, Sunday Sermons
The world prefers Caesar to Christ, even if a tyrant. Sometimes even people who claim God (John 19:15). And Caesar has many faces. Whether a totalitarian, a monarch, a socialistic state, a democratic republic, or the autocratic self, these are the kingdoms of...
Oct 8, 2020 | Conferences, Devotional, Theology
Recently, Pastor Manny was privileged to speak at the Exalting Christ Conference hosted by Community Bible Church in Vallejo, CA. Here is an opportunity to hear this message. May Christ be glorified as we look deeper into the mind of Christ. The Mind of the Man Christ...
Sep 17, 2020 | Devotional, Preaching, Sunday Sermons
The King has announced the unexpected: He will be murdered. He has also revealed that His demise is not in the least owing to any lack of authority, power, or majesty. He will be crucified, but this will be a fulfillment not a failure of His own mission. The One of...