Preparing for the Special Move of the Holy Spirit

web-admin August 5, 2016

August 3, 2016 | Wednesday Fellowship Service (+Fr. Erel Villanueva)

Topic: Preparing for the Special Move of the Holy Spirit

Continuation of last Wednesday Topic: “Let us love what the Lord loves” – This prepares us for Revival.

Attitudes of Anna(Luke 2:36-37) and Simeon(Luke 2:25…)

“There is a special move of the Holy Spirit; A hunger for prayer, worship, and the Word of God”

“In Church, if you are not hungry, you are dead.”

“Conquer the Spirit of passiveness, complacency, and maintenance.”

Acts 3:19 – Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out, so that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord

“Only those who are prepared and sensitive to the Spirit will be part of revival.”

“Repent, examine ourselves, and have a change of heart.”

Isaiah 57:15 – For thus says the High and Lofty One Who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in the high and holy place, With him who has a contrite and humble spirit, To revive the spirit of the humble, And to revive the heart of the contrite ones.

The Goal of Being Rich Toward God

web-admin August 1, 2016

July 31, 2016 – 18th Sunday in Ordinary Time (+Fr. Erel Villanueva)
Sunday Worship Homily
“The Goal of Being Rich Toward God”

Ecclesiastes 1:12-23
Colossians 3:1-11 – Set your mind on things above.
Psalm 49:1-12
Luke 12:13-21

“Do not trust your blessing; learn to trust God!”

“Money is temporary but our attitude is forever; our soul is eternal.”

“Our life is not measured by our possessions.”

“Being rich toward God is doing the things God wants us to do.”

“Do not hold back with a spirit of covetousness. Be willing to share and bless others.”

“You need to be faithful in small things so God will bless you with bigger things.”

Let us love what the Lord Loves

web-admin July 29, 2016

July 27, 2016 | Wednesday Fellowship Service (+Bp. Ricardo Alcaraz)

Topic: Let us love what the Lord Loves

“If we love God, why don’t we begin to love the things that God loves? Why don’t we begin to do the things that please the Lord our God? Why don’t we engage in things that delights the Lord?”

Basic Things that Pleases Him

1.) Live a life of Faith and Obedience towards Him

John 14:21 – He who has My commandments and keeps them, it is he who loves Me. And he who loves Me will be loved by My Father, and I will love him and manifest Myself to him.

John 14:23 – Jesus answered and said to him, “If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him.

Hebrews 11:6 – But without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is, and that He is a rewarder of those who diligently seek Him.

2.) Worship Him in unity with one another

Zephaniah 3:17 – The Lord your God in your midst, The Mighty One, will save; He will rejoice over you with gladness, He will quiet you with His love, He will rejoice over you with singing.

Psalms 87:2 – The Lord loves the gates of Zion More than all the dwellings of Jacob.

John 17:22-23 – And the glory which You gave Me I have given them, that they may be one just as We are one: I in them, and You in Me; that they may be made perfect in one, and that the world may know that You have sent Me, and have loved them as You have loved Me.

Psalm 50:23 – Whoever offers praise glorifies Me; And to him who orders his conduct aright I will show the salvation of God.

Hebrews 13:15 – Therefore by Him let us continually offer the sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of our lips, giving thanks to His name.

3.) Being a Cheerful Giver

2 Corinthians 9:7 – So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.

Exodus 25:2 – Speak to the children of Israel, that they bring Me an offering. From everyone who gives it willingly with his heart you shall take My offering.

Hebrews 13:16 – But do not forget to do good and to share, for with such sacrifices God is well pleased.

Philippians 4:18-19 – Indeed I have all and abound. I am full, having received from Epaphroditus the things sent from you, a sweet-smelling aroma, an acceptable sacrifice, well pleasing to God. And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

4.) Bring People to the Kingdom of God

Luke 15:10 – Likewise, I say to you, there is joy in the presence of the angels of God over one sinner who repents.

Proverbs 11:30 – The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life, And he who wins souls is wise.

Daniel 12:3 – Those who are wise shall shine Like the brightness of the firmament, And those who turn many to righteousness Like the stars forever and ever.

5.) A Life of Humility

James 4:6 – But He gives more grace. Therefore He says:“God resists the proud, But gives grace to the humble.”

Isaiah 57:15 – For thus says the High and Lofty One Who inhabits eternity, whose name is Holy: “I dwell in the high and holy place, With him who has a contrite and humble spirit, To revive the spirit of the humble, And to revive the heart of the contrite ones.

6.) Faithfully Serving Him

John 12:26 – If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor.

Matthew 25:20-21 – “So he who had received five talents came and brought five other talents, saying, ‘Lord, you delivered to me five talents; look, I have gained five more talents besides them. His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.

Let us Make the Lord Happy! Let’s add Joy in Heaven! It’s possible to add Joy in Heaven!

The Goal of Intensified Prayer

web-admin July 25, 2016

July 24, 2016 – 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time (+Bp. Ricardo Alcaraz)
Sunday Worship Homily
“The Goal of Intensified Prayer”

Genesis 18:20-33 – Intercessory prayer is important and powerful(like Abraham); We have a responsibility to take our praise in prayer.

Colossians 2:8-14

Psalm 138

Luke 11:5-13

“Let us confidently persist in prayer to our Heavenly Father Who is not reluctant to help us.”

(v.5-8) Let’s be bold and confident in prayer
(v.9-13) Our Heavenly Father is so much more willing to hear us.

Persistence – Shamelessness -Boldness

Ezekiel 36-33 – It is the Father’s good pleasure to give you the Kingdom.

The Goal of Abiding With Him

web-admin July 18, 2016

July 17, 2016 – 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time (+Bp. Ricardo Alcaraz)
Sunday Worship Homily
“The Goal of Abiding With Him”

Genesis 18:1-10a – When God comes to us, we must welcome Him with joy and humility
Colossians 1:15-23 – Because we have been reconciled with God through faith in Christ, we are to continue to be steadfast in our faith in Him.
Psalm 15
Luke 10:38-42

“In the hecticness of life, it is important to keep our focus on the Lord.”

“We cannot rush our relationship with God.”

1.(v.38-40) Know the value of spending time with the Lord.

2.(v.41-42) It’s important not just to know what is important but to choose it.

Benefits of Spending Time with God (Joshua 1:8)

(Psalm 1:1-3) – You will get wisdom; prosperous, successful
(Proverbs 3:1-2) – You get sustenance from God; you enjoy the favor and blessing of God.
(Proverbs 4:20-22) – God’s favor and wisdom will cause things to work in your life => length of days and long life.
You will live a fulfilling life.
You will have health to enjoy your life.

Our Authority in Christ

web-admin July 14, 2016

July 13, 2016 | Wednesday Fellowship Service (+Bp. Ricardo Alcaraz)

Topic: Our Authority in Christ

Know and Stand Firm in the Authority we have in Christ.

Authority – The right to do something.

Luke 10:19 – Behold, I give you the authority to trample on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall by any means hurt you.

Colossians 1:13 – He has delivered us from the power of darkness and conveyed us into the kingdom of the Son of His love.

Ephesians 2:1-6 – The Lord has shown us some of the things He has done for us.

Ephesians 1:16-23 – St. Paul’s Prayer our Authority in Christ.

John 14:12-14 – “Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father. And whatever you ask in My name, that I will do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If you ask anything in My name, I will do it.”

Philippians 2:9-11 – Therefore God also has highly exalted Him and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Mark 16:15-18 – And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature. He who believes and is baptized will be saved; but he who does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will follow those who believe: In My name they will cast out demons; they will speak with new tongues; they will take up serpents; and if they drink anything deadly, it will by no means hurt them; they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.”

Ephesians 4:27 – nor give place to the devil.

James 4:7 – Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you.

July 10, 2016 - 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

The Goal of Loving Our Neighbor

web-admin July 10, 2016

July 10, 2016 – 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time (+Bp. Ricardo Alcaraz)
Sunday Worship Homily
“The Goal of Loving Our Neighbor”

Deuteronomy 30:9-14
Colossians 1:3-8
Psalm 25:1-10
Luke 10:25-37

“Love God by obeying Him and by being a neighbor to those in need.”

“Our love for God is measured by our obedience.”

1.(v.25-28) Love isn’t just intelligent defining but a way of living.

2.(v.29-37) Love isn’t about just looking for the right neighbor but by being a neighbor.

“We can only approach God with humility”

July 6, 2016 Bishop Ricardo Alcaraz Sermon

Choose only the Lord as your source

web-admin July 7, 2016

July 6, 2016 | Wednesday Fellowship Service (+Bp. Ricardo Alcaraz)

Topic: Choose only the Lord as your source

Stand firm in believing that only the Lord is the source of true power.

1 Kings 18:21 – And Elijah came to all the people, and said, “How long will you falter between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow Him; but if Baal, follow him.” But the people answered him not a word.

2 Kings 17:41 – So these nations feared the Lord, yet served their carved images; also their children and their children’s children have continued doing as their fathers did, even to this day.

Zephaniah 1:5 – Those who worship the host of heaven on the housetops; Those who worship and swear oaths by the Lord,
But who also swear by Milcom;

Exodus 20:2-3 – I am the Lord your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. You shall have no other gods before Me.

Acts 8:9-13;18-22 – The Sorcerer’s profession of Faith.

2 Kings 1:1-4 – God Judges Ahaziah

Deuteronomy 18:9-12 – “When you come into the land which the Lord your God is giving you, you shall not learn to follow the abominations of those nations. There shall not be found among you anyone who makes his son or his daughter pass through the fire, or one who practices witchcraft, or a soothsayer, or one who interprets omens, or a sorcerer, or one who conjures spells, or a medium, or a spiritist, or one who calls up the dead. For all who do these things are an abomination to the Lord, and because of these abominations the Lord your God drives them out from before you.”

July 3, 2016 - 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time - Bishop Ricardo Alcaraz

The Goal of Reaping God’s Harvest

web-admin July 4, 2016

July 3, 2016 – 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time (+Bp. Ricardo Alcaraz)
Sunday Worship Homily
“The Goal of Reaping God’s Harvest”

Isaiah 66:10-14
Galatians 6:12-18
Psalm 66:1-9
Luke 10:1-3; 17-20

“The Goal of the Harvest: God has given us authority to invade the kingdom of darkness to populate the Kingdom of Heaven.”

“As we were set free, let us also set others free.”

1.) (v.1-3) We are to bring the rule of God into areas of darkness.

2.) (v.17-20) We are to stand boldly in His authority and protection.

Harvest time is critical and urgent!

Have Seeking Ears, Not Itching Ears

web-admin June 30, 2016

June 29, 2016 | Wednesday Fellowship Service (+Bp. Ricardo Alcaraz)

Topic: Have Seeking Ears, Not Itching Ears

Strive to remain faithful to the Lord’s Word and resist those who revise or change It’s intended meaning, just to suit their own personal preferences.

2 Timothy 4:1-5 – “I charge you therefore before God and the Lord Jesus Christ, who will judge the living and the dead at His appearing and His kingdom: Preach the word! Be ready in season and out of season. Convince, rebuke, exhort, with all longsuffering and teaching. For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine, but according to their own desires, because they have itching ears, they will heap up for themselves teachers; and they will turn their ears away from the truth, and be turned aside to fables. But you be watchful in all things, endure afflictions, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry.”

Only trust the information if it comes from God!
The little things we allow to enter in will open us up to bigger things.
Our lifestyle (attitudes, values, etc.) is a way of preaching to others.
Preach the Word no matter how difficult the situations are.
Jesus Paid for our sins that we might be delivered from sin.

1 Timothy 4:1 – Now the Spirit expressly says that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons,

2 Timothy 3:1-5 – Perilous Times and Perilous Men

Deuteronomy 12:32 –Whatever I command you, be careful to observe it; you shall not add to it nor take away from it.

Proverbs 30:6 –Do not add to His words, Lest He rebuke you, and you be found a liar.

Revelation 22:18-19 – For I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: If anyone adds to these things, God will add to him the plagues that are written in this book; and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part from the Book of Life, from the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.

Matthew 5:18 – For assuredly, I say to you, till heaven and earth pass away, one jot or one tittle will by no means pass from the law till all is fulfilled.

I AM BLESSED TO BE A BLESSING