GBC Sermons: Recent Episodes
Glencairn Baptist Church
Pastor Sonny returns to the pulpit this week with a deeply personal and reflective message that explores how true Christian maturity is defined not by insisting upon our personal freedoms, but by willingly surrendering them out of sacrificial love. By contrasting the self-serving attitudes of the Corinthian church with the gentle, lowly, and self-giving heart of Jesus, this sermon challenges believers to prioritize the spiritual well-being of their neighbors. Join us as we discover how to lay aside our own rights and comforts to build up the weak, restore the fallen, and reflect the grace of God to the world.
Bro. Vergel Ecat discusses how Jesus calls His disciples to embrace true humility and total dependence on God. In this message, we explore how letting go of pride and trusting God completely can transform your daily walk with Him. Join us to discover practical steps—from cultivating gratitude to refusing worry—that will help you build a more teachable, grounded, and peaceful faith.
In this message, Bro. Philip Llapitan explores how to navigate seasons when God’s plan looks completely different from our own. Drawing from Proverbs 3 and Ezekiel 47, he takes us on a journey through the four vital stages of trusting His path: Trust, Tension, Transformation, and Total Surrender. Discover how to rest entirely in God's faithfulness and step into a deeper faith, even in the midst of waiting and uncertainty.
In this week's message, Bro. Ramir reflects on Ecclesiastes 3 to explore how we can balance our temporary earthly labors with God’s eternal design. He highlights how humanity’s inherent longing for ultimate satisfaction is fulfilled through Jesus Christ, who redeems our daily toil and brings divine beauty to every season of life. Concluding with a celebration of the Daily Vacation Bible School graduation, Bro. Ramir encourages families to continue building an eternal foundation by staying rooted in the house of the Lord.
In this week's, Pastor Mike dives into the latter part of Isaiah 6 to explore the vital relationship between commitment, commandment, and consummation. Reflecting on Isaiah's challenging commission to preach an unpopular message to a hardened people, he illustrates how genuine Christian service must be built on a true revelation of God's holiness rather than human pressure or emotional excitement. Ultimately, this sermon offers a thoughtful reminder of God's enduring faithfulness, highlighting how He always preserves a remnant of hope and purpose even in the most difficult seasons of ministry.
In this week’s message, Bro. Gary Ubando explores Isaiah 6:1-7 to remind us of God's unshakeable sovereignty even when our earthly world crumbles. By examining the absolute holiness of God, this message confronts the deep depravity of the human condition and points directly to the radical, cleansing grace found in Christ's sacrifice. Listeners are challenged to stop focusing on shifting worldly securities and instead fix their eyes on the eternal King who remains securely on His throne.
In a message celebrating 43 years of God’s faithfulness at GBC, Bro. Warren Facun delivers an inspiring message on Psalm 145 focused on how a legacy of faith is passed down through generations. He outlines the four marks of faithful generations — remembering God's works, meditating on His glory, declaring His greatness, and rejoicing in His goodness — while sharing a moving personal testimony of God's redeeming grace. Ultimately, this sermon challenges believers to intentionally disciple the youth, remain steadfast through trials, and live on mission for the Gospel .
In a special Father's Day message, Pastor Mike Mauricio explores the biblical calling of fatherhood through the book of Ephesians, sharing honest personal reflections on breaking generational cycles of family brokenness. He unpacks the "IPM" framework, which focuses on understanding a father's spiritual identity in Christ, the power of biblical instruction, and the vital importance of active presence over mere physical proximity. Ultimately, Pastor Mike challenges men to embrace sacrificial, Christ-like leadership, reminding fathers that their intentional presence and spiritual guidance are among the most meaningful gifts they can offer their families.
In this week’s sermon, Bro. Eugene Daylusan examines Deuteronomy 29:5 to demonstrate how God faithfully guides and sustains His people through life's most exhausting seasons. By unpacking four profound doctrinal truths—God's personal direction, persistent preservation, purposeful provision, and permanent preservation — this message reveals that our trials are never random or outside of His sovereign control. Whether you are currently facing a prolonged trial or feeling spiritually depleted, tune in to find strength in the truth that while your wilderness is temporary, God's faithfulness is eternal.
In this week’s message, Bro. Alvin Del Rosario explores what it truly means to live like the early church by walking in the fear of the Lord and the comfort of the Holy Spirit, drawing from the foundational text of Acts 9:31. He explains that biblical fear is not about running away from God in terror, but rather being drawn directly to Him in overwhelming awe, wonder, and a rejoicing trembling. Finally, the sermon breaks down how the Holy Spirit actively comforts, strengthens, and builds up the church, using the acronym S-P-I-R-I-T to highlight how He seals, produces fruit, intercedes, regenerates, instructs, and testifies in the believer's life.
In this week's message, Bro. Ramir Carandang explores the relationship between human weakness and divine strength. He discusses how God's sufficient grace sustains believers through hardships, trials, and personal limitations. By examining the Apostle Paul's response to affliction, this sermon encourages us to rely fully on Christ and find contentment in times of struggle.
In this week’s message, Bro. Eugene Daylusan unpacks what it truly means to find supernatural resilience in the face of life's crushing trials and ongoing spiritual warfare. Rooted in the Greek understanding of being inwardly empowered, he explains that true Christian strength is never self-generated, but is a divine life received through a surrendered, daily union with Jesus Christ. By shifting our focus from self-confidence to Christ-confidence, this timely message provides the ultimate strategy to put on the armor of God and stand victorious against any scheme of the enemy.
In this Mother’s Day message, Sis. Paula Tung offers a heartfelt word of encouragement to mothers and spiritual figures, reminding them that God calls for faithfulness rather than perfection. She outlines three essential ways to remain faithful: continuing in prayer as a vital spiritual tool, living as godly examples for children who observe every action, and counting on God to provide the ultimate growth and transformation. By addressing the weight of "mom guilt," Sis. Paula encourages listeners to trade their self-imposed pressures for the renewing strength and peace found only in the Lord.
In a special message on missions, Pastor Michael Mauricio explores how God wants us to engage with missionary work, using the biblical account of the twelve spies as a foundational lesson. He emphasizes that just as God provided tangible signs and evidence to confirm His promises to the Israelites, He continues to equip us with the guidance and confirmation needed for our own missions. Pastor Mike encourages listeners to trust in God's faithfulness and maintain the courage to act in faith, even when facing giants or obstacles, as God remains in full control.
Pastor Sonny continues last week’s message on Paul’s warning in 1 Corinthians 10 to "flee from idolatry," exposing how this sin is fundamentally rooted in self-worship. Using the Lord’s Supper as a central illustration, he details how sacred meals create communion with Christ, express community with one another, and confirm a covenant relationship. Ultimately, believers are called to reject modern individualism by submitting to the supremacy of Christ and living sacrificially for the sake of the church community.
In this sermon on 1 Corinthians 10:14–22, Pastor Sonny explores why the Apostle Paul issues the urgent command to "flee from idolatry". He explains that modern idolatry is less about carved images and more about "craving" objects within a self-focused heart, which can lead to destructive outcomes ranging from sexual immorality to depression. By contrasting the self-centeredness of Jonah with the refuge David found in Psalm 73, this message challenges believers to stop testing their own strength and instead run to the faithfulness of the one true God.
Pastor Sonny returns to our ongoing study of Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians, moving into chapter 10, where he explores how true Christian maturity is demonstrated through sacrificial love rather than mere knowledge. Drawing lessons from the Israelites' journey in the wilderness, the sermon warns against the "evil" of craving worldly desires and doubting God's provision. Finally, the message provides an encouraging perspective on temptation, revealing that God is the sovereign "tester" who provides His own faithfulness as the necessary "way of escape" to help believers endure every trial.
In this Good Friday message, Bro. Alvin Del Rosario explores the profound depth of Christ’s humility through the lens of Philippians 2:5-11. The teaching examines Jesus’ journey from the glory of heaven to the humiliation of the cross, highlighting His voluntary submission and obedience unto death. Discover how this ultimate example of self-sacrifice serves as the foundation of our redemption and the greatest display of God's grace.
In this sermon, Bro. Eugene Daylusan draws from Hebrews 12:1-2 to illustrate that the Christian life is a demanding race requiring intentional endurance and discipline. Using the acronym R.U.N., he challenges believers to Remember the "cloud of witnesses" who testify to God’s faithfulness, Unload the weights and unbelief that hinder spiritual progress, and Never lose focus on Jesus. Whether you are feeling weary or burdened by life's distractions, this message provides the biblical wisdom needed to stay on your sovereignly assigned course and finish the race faithfully.
Bro. Philip Llapitan explores the profound contrast between the sincere generosity of Barnabas and the deceptive hearts of Ananias and Sapphira to reveal what God truly values in His people. Drawing from Acts 4 and 5, he challenges believers to examine whether their outward devotion matches their inner integrity while encouraging a "loosening" of attachment to worldly possessions. Ultimately, the message is an invitation to move beyond obligation and support the mission of the Gospel with a heart fully surrendered to Christ.
In this week’s message, Bro. Jesse Hollington explores the profound purpose behind life’s difficulties, reframing them as "sanctified trials" designed to draw us into a deeper intimacy with our Creator. By examining the life of the Apostle Paul and the immutable nature of God’s goodness, he challenges us to stop viewing trials as obstacles to be removed and instead see them as the very process through which we are transformed. Ultimately, we are reminded that God is not just the provider of good things, but is Himself the ultimate Good and the only source of true satisfaction for our souls.
Bro. Ramir Carandang shares a special message on how we can fulfill our calling to “stir up one another to love and good works” and continue to persevere in faith.
In this final message of our Dead to Rights mini-series, Pastor Sonny concludes last week’s discussion on 1 Corinthians 9:23-27, comparing the Christian life to the rigorous discipline and sacrifice of an Olympic athlete. He details four key parallels — Participation, Prize, Preparation, and Perseverance — to illustrate how believers are called to move beyond passive faith and actively engage in the work of the Gospel. Ultimately, this sermon highlights how we can live out sacrificial love by exercising self-control and disciplining our lives to faithfully serve others for the glory of God.
In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny concludes our study of 1 Corinthians 9 by exploring the parallels between the life of an elite athlete and the Christian journey. He emphasizes that faithful obedience and sacrificial love require intentional discipline, preparation, and perseverance to run the race for an imperishable prize. Ultimately, believers are called to actively participate in the work of the Gospel, setting aside personal rights for the sake of winning others to Christ.
In the fourth installment of our Dead to Rights mini-series, Pastor Sonny continues his expository study of 1 Corinthians 9 by exploring why the Apostle Paul renounced his legitimate right to financial support to ensure the Gospel remained free of charge. Focusing on 1 Corinthians 9:15–22, this message examines the necessity of the Christian call and how true obedience requires a daily dying to self to effectively identify with and serve others. Discover how yielding our personal freedoms allows God's power to be made perfect in our weakness, transforming our rights into a platform for His glory.
Pastor Sonny continues his mini-series on Paul’s exhortation to avoid causing others to stumble by exploring 1 Corinthians 9, which illustrates how true Agape love requires a willingness to sacrifice personal rights for the spiritual benefit of others. By examining Paul and Barnabas’s decision to renounce their right to financial support, we see a commitment to removing every possible obstacle that might prevent someone from coming to Christ. Ultimately, Pastor Sonny challenges the congregation to move beyond personal comfort and consider what rights they might need to lay down to better reflect Christ’s selfless sacrifice.
In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny explores the balance between personal freedom and self-sacrificing love as outlined in 1 Corinthians 8. He emphasizes that true spiritual maturity is measured not by what a believer knows, but by their willingness to surrender personal rights — such as eating food offered to idols or enjoying certain entertainment — for the sake of a fellow believer's faith. Ultimately, Pastor Sonny challenges us to ensure our "knowledge" builds others up rather than becoming a stumbling block for those with a vulnerable conscience.
This week Pastor Sonny begins a new mini-series exploring 1 Corinthians 8 and the delicate balance between Christian knowledge and love. He examines how the believers in Corinth prioritized their intellectual freedom to eat food offered to idols, while Paul cautioned that true spiritual maturity is measured by a willingness to lay down one's rights to protect the faith of others. Ultimately, the sermon challenges us to consider whether our actions and freedoms serve to strengthen our community or inadvertently create stumbling blocks for those around us.
Pastor Sonny concludes our study of 1 Corinthians 7 by exploring the Apostle Paul’s advice regarding marriage and the "betrothed." He examines why remaining single can offer unique opportunities for undivided devotion to God, especially considering that the time is short and this world is transient. Ultimately, believers are encouraged to find their true identity and contentment in Christ rather than their relationship status or external circumstances.
In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny returns to our series on Paul’s letter to the Corinthians, exploring 1 Corinthians 7:17–24 to show how our identity in Christ transcends our earthly circumstances. Pastor Sonny challenges believers to live faithfully in the specific life the Lord has assigned to them, teaching that spiritual growth is not dependent on changing our social or marital status. By shifting our focus from our external situation to God’s internal call, we can find true contentment and fulfill our ministry exactly where we are.
In our final message of 2025, Pastor Sonny shares our theme for GBC's next year and beyond: caring for each other and those around us as a church community. He explores how North American culture and technology often promote an "illusion of community," challenging the congregation to instead embrace a biblical model of genuine, sacrificial relationships. By looking to the example of Jesus Christ, Pastor Sonny outlines how true care requires a foundation of posture, presence, perseverance, and purpose to build a lasting community that reflects the glory of God.
In our Christmas Eve Candlelight service, Pastor Sonny concludes our Advent series by exploring how the fruit of the Spirit — patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control — outwardly reflects a heart transformed by faith. He distinguishes between spiritual gifts and spiritual fruit, explaining that while gifts are what we do, the fruit represents who we are in Christ. This sermon emphasizes that these qualities are perfectly embodied in Jesus alone, and through the Holy Spirit, believers are shaped into His likeness to bless those around them. Discover how the gift of faith keeps on giving as we learn to walk in the "most excellent way" and shine Christ's light to the world.
Continuing our Advent series, Bro. Eugene Daylusan explores the true meaning of peace through the lens of Luke 2, contrasting seasonal holiday anxiety with the divine peace offered through Christ. He emphasizes that this peace is a sovereign gift from God that requires humble submission to Jesus as Savior and Lord, rather than human striving. Ultimately, listeners are encouraged to fix their focus steadily on God to experience a perfect peace that remains anchored regardless of life's circumstances.
Our Advent series continues as Bro. Philip Llapitan explores the difference between fleeting happiness and the enduring joy born of faith. Discover why the gift of faith is the only lasting treasure, and how true, biblical joy is a fruit of the Spirit, anchored in God rather than unstable circumstances. Learn to rest in a joy that is strong enough to carry you through any trial, pointing others to the Savior who is enough.
Pastor Sonny begins our Advent season with a message on how true faith is the gift that keeps on giving because it brings the Holy Spirit. The Spirit enables the believer to live a new life and produce the singular Fruit of the Spirit — love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control — for the purpose of evangelism and discipleship. The whole point of living in the Spirit’s power is fruitfulness, guiding believers to continually grow into Christlikeness
Pastor Sonny continues his message on 1 Corinthians 7 from last week, addressing the complex dynamics of "mixed marriages" and the believer’s call to peace. He unpacks Paul’s teaching that a believing spouse brings sanctification to the marriage, yet clarifies that if an unbeliever chooses to leave, the Christian is "not enslaved". This sermon explores the balance between the permanence of the marriage covenant and God’s provision of protection against abandonment and abuse, reminding us that God calls His children to peace, not bondage.
Pastor Sonny continues his mini-series on 1 Corinthians 7, focusing on Paul's charge that each person should live the life the Lord has assigned and called them to. This week's message focuses on married Christian couples, where Paul forbids divorce and encourages reconciliation as a vital provision. Pastor Sonny then transitions to the topic of "mixed marriages," where a believer is married to an unbeliever, explaining Paul's countercultural counsel for the Christian to stay married if the unbelieving spouse is willing.
In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny continues his mini-series on 1 Corinthians 7, exploring Paul's teachings on marriage, singleness, and celibacy. He discusses how marriage, while a gift and calling from God, has often been treated as a societal rite of passage. Paul urges believers to embrace contentment in every season — using their lives for God’s purpose with joy and self-control. This message reminds us that devotion to Christ is never determined by relationship status, and that true fulfillment is found in Him alone.
In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny returns to our study of Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians, with a new mini-series on 1 Corinthians 7 that explores how believers are called to live the lives God has assigned them. He unpacks Paul’s teaching on marriage and sexual integrity, showing how God designed sex within marriage for procreation, protection, and pleasure — all to glorify Him. This sermon reminds us that our bodies and our callings belong fully to the Lord.
In a special message this week, Bro. Eugene Daylusan examines how Jonah, the prophet who experienced God’s mercy, struggled to extend it to others. Through Jonah’s misplaced priorities and anger, we see the danger of loving comfort more than compassion and gifts more than the Giver. This sermon challenges believers to move from spectators to servants — rekindling a love for God that overflows in grace toward others.
In this Missions Month message, guest speaker and missionary pilot Adam Brown shares his powerful testimony and personal calling from local youth ministry to flying helicopters in remote Papua New Guinea. He uses compelling stories to illustrate how missionary aviation is a critical tool for bringing the translated Bible, medical aid, and essential supplies to isolated and unreached people groups. Adam's message is an encouraging and challenging call for all believers to be "missional" right where God has placed them, using their unique gifts to share the hope of Christ with a world in need.
In a special message to kick off October's Mission Month, guest speaker Pastor Reuben Foncardas draws from the story of Jonah, reminding us that God’s grace doesn’t always come in the form we expect — or want. Through Jonah’s reluctant mission to Nineveh, we learn how God uses uncomfortable situations to call unbelievers to repentance, challenge believers to grow, and transform our hearts from resistance to renewal. This is a powerful reflection on how even the hardest assignments can become instruments of grace and spiritual growth.
Pastor Sonny continues his mini-series on Paul’s theme from 1 Corinthians 6, unpacking the tension Christians face in a culture that despises truth, and asking how we can engage the world without compromising the Gospel. Drawing from Philippians 1 and 1 Peter 3, he shows that true freedom means proclaiming Christ correctly, contritely, courageously, and courteously. This message challenges us to respond not with pride or anger, but with humility, boldness, and love for the glory of God 
In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny challenges modern perceptions of freedom, arguing that true freedom isn't the absence of restrictions but aligning with God's design for humanity. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, he explains that humans are inherently worshippers, and real freedom comes from worshipping God, our true owner, who bought us at a high price. This sermon explores how our bodies and choices should reflect this liberating truth, rather than leading to destruction.
Pastor Sonny continues his mini-series on 1 Corinthians 6:1–11 where Paul addresses the issue of believers suing one another. He explains that Paul views such lawsuits as a defeat, prioritizing spiritual integrity and the church's witness over winning earthly disputes. Pastor Sonny emphasizes that Christians should be willing to suffer wrong or loss to demonstrate sacrificial love and glorify God, even in a world that opposes truth.
Pastor Sonny returns to continue his study of Paul's letter to the Corinthians, addressing the issue of lawsuits among believers. He explores why Paul was so shocked by this practice, emphasizing the corrupt Corinthian justice system and the damaging effect these disputes had on the church's reputation and witness. Pastor Sonny challenges believers to demonstrate Christ-likeness by forgiving others and trusting in God's vindication, rather than engaging in public confrontations. He suggests that the church should be an alternative society, grounded in God's love, offering a better way to live.
In this week’s message, Bro. Gary Ubando explores the profound concept of stewardship based on Matthew 25:14-29. He defines stewardship as managing what belongs to God, highlighting four key principles: ownership, responsibility, accountability, and reward. Bro. Gary also discusses "The 5 T's of Stewardship" — Time, Talent, Treasure, Temple, and Testimony — offering practical ways to honor God with all aspects of our lives. This message encourages listeners to reflect on how they are using God's gifts and to embrace faithful stewardship, ultimately leading to a deeper connection with the Master.
In a special message this week, Bro. Alvin Del Rosario discusses how we can become the kind of people Paul exhorts us to be in Romans 15, following the example of Christ, the essence of the scriptures, and praying for one another.
In this week’s sermon, Bro. Philip Llapitan explores the biblical account of Gideon from Judges 6-7, highlighting how God uses the weak to accomplish His purposes. He discusses how faith requires obedience despite doubt and fear, and that victory comes through God's power, not our own. Bro. Philip encourages listeners to anchor themselves in God's unchanging truth and promises, even amidst life's storms like job struggles, financial pressures, or relationship issues, reminding us that Jesus has overcome the world.
Pastor Sonny concludes our mini-series on 1 Corinthians 5, addressing the church's negligence in dealing with sexual immorality. He explains Paul's seemingly harsh sentencing in verse 5, clarifying that "destruction of the flesh" refers to the sinful mindset, not physical death, and aims for the guilty person's restoration. The message emphasizes that God uses suffering and discipline, even through handing individuals over to Satan, to draw people closer to Him and ultimately save their spirit. Pastor Sonny also discusses the importance of upholding the church's reputation, standing firm on God's word, and recognizing that only God grants repentance and faith.
In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny continues our "Sin Sensitivity" series from 1 Corinthians chapter 5, focusing on how the church should address sexual immorality. He explains Paul's instruction for the entire church to agree on and carry out judgment against unrepentant sin, drawing parallels to Matthew 18. Pastor Sonny emphasizes that this discipline, including exclusion from fellowship, is crucial for protecting the church's integrity and witness to the world, as highlighted by Paul's clarification on not associating with immoral "brothers." He concludes by applying these principles to contemporary issues, specifically addressing the presence of openly gay pastors.
This week, Pastor Sonny continues his mini-series on 1 Corinthians 5, addressing the issue of sexual immorality within the church and emphasizing the need for believers to have a high sensitivity to sin, mourn over its presence, and actively work to remove "leaven" from the community. Pastor Sonny emphasizes that true worship embodies an understanding of God's holiness and that growing in faith leads to a deeper hatred of sin and a greater love for what God loves.
In a special message for our 2025 DVBS Graduation, Bro. Eli Guzman, our Assistant Youth Coordinator, emphasizes the importance of teaching genuine appreciation for God rather than relying on affirmation or rewards. He urges parents and church leaders to be Christlike examples, demonstrating their faith through their actions and zeal for God, rather than simply giving commands. The message highlights that the goal is to point children to Jesus as the ultimate example, fostering a foundational love for God that goes beyond temporary behaviours.
This week, Pastor Sonny begins a new mini-series on Sin Sensitivity, diving into 1 Corinthians 5 to confront the critical issue of sexual immorality within the church, drawing lessons from the Corinthian church's struggle with incest. Pastor Sonny explores how to navigate such sensitive situations with biblical wisdom, cautioning against the dangers of arrogance and the modern church's tendency to prioritize societal opinion over God's word. Discover why proper discernment and discipline are essential for maintaining the church's holiness and witness in the world.
In this final instalment of Pastor Sonny's mini-series on Paul's warning against division, he highlights Paul's use of diplomacy and sarcasm, contrasting the role of a guide with that of a spiritual father. Pastor Sonny explains how Paul addresses pride and models Christ-like behaviour, urging the Corinthians to imitate him only as he imitates Christ. This message offers insights into spiritual leadership and discipleship, emphasizing love and gentleness over a stern rod.
In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny returns with part two of his miniseries on Paul’s Final Warning in our ongoing study of the Apostle’s letter to the Corinthians. This sermon exposes the pride causing division in the Corinthian church, contrasting the suffering of the apostles with the Corinthians' self-proclaimed wisdom. Discover how Paul's use of sarcasm serves as a "scalpel" to cut through pride, emphasizing that true spiritual maturity and God's power are found in humility and the wisdom of the cross, even in the midst of suffering.
In a special message for GBC’s 42nd Anniversary, Pastor Mike unpacks what it truly means to be rooted and grounded in God's love. Using the book of Ephesians as a guide, he explains the crucial difference between our secure union with Christ and our daily, experiential communion with Him. Pastor Mike challenges us to grasp the immeasurable dimensions of God's love, finding it to be the ultimate source of strength, joy, and satisfaction in all of life's circumstances.
In this heartfelt Father's Day message, Bro. Vergel Ecat explores the biblical blueprint for effective fatherhood. He challenges fathers to lead their families by studying the Bible, communicating unconditional love, and modeling a Christ-centered life. This sermon is a powerful reminder to be the primary spiritual guide for your children, navigating the unique challenges of today's tech-driven culture with intention and faith.
Pastor Sonny returns to our ongoing study of Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians this week, addressing division within the church and exploring Paul's 'final warning' against factions, the importance of humility, and the reality that everything we have is a gift from God. Pastor Sonny unpacks Paul's indirect approach to correcting issues and encourages listeners to examine their own hearts for pride, whether in leadership, receiving correction, or living in community, calling for believers to emulate Christ's humility and serve one another in love.
In a special message, Sis. Jen Guzman shares what she learned from the “We Are All Called to Counsel” Conference hosted by the Association of Biblical Counselors in Fort Worth, Texas. Sis. Jen delves into what it truly means to love and support our church family, going beyond surface-level interactions to offer genuine care and a willingness to walk alongside one another through life's challenges. She explains how we can practically live out the Gospel by carrying each other's burdens and reflecting Christ's love.
Leaders should be viewed as servants and stewards, not celebrities, and faithfulness, not worldly success, is the ultimate measure of their ministry. God is the final judge of a leader's work, not human opinion. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny returns to our study of Corinthians to explore Paul's message about how Christian leadership is characterized by servanthood and stewardship.
God is unquestionably our Heavenly Father, but He also reveals Himself in Scripture many times as a mother figure in His nurturing and compassionate nature. In a special Mother's Day message, Bro. Jesse Hollington explores this and explains how all women are called to emulate God's nature through spiritual motherhood by using their God-given nurturing abilities to mentor, disciple, and support others, emulate God's love in their interactions, and embrace the vital role of spiritual nurturing within the church community. Just as newborns need both parents, new believers need spiritual mothers and fathers. Mature Christian women play an important role in nurturing and guiding those growing in faith.
In this week’s message, Bro. Ramir Carandang explores 1 Peter 2:11-12, reminding believers of their true identity as God's beloved sojourners and exiles in this world. Understanding that our home is in heaven, we should abstain from sinful desires and live honorably among unbelievers. Such conduct serves as a powerful witness, refuting slander and ultimately leading others to glorify God.
Pastor Sonny continues his series on Paul’s Letter to the Corinthians, focusing on God's temple and the importance of unity in the church, exploring Paul's warnings against division and the wisdom found in humility. Pastor Sonny reminds us that all things are ours in Christ and encourages us to reflect on our identity in Christ and build each other up in love.
In a short message following our Youth Ministry Easter performance, Pastor Sonny emphasizes the resurrection of Jesus Christ as the non-negotiable foundation of Christian faith, especially for grounding youth in biblical truth. While acknowledging the world often views this belief as foolish, the Apostle Paul tells us in 1 Corinthians 15 that without Christ's resurrection, faith is futile, preaching is useless, and believers remain lost in sin. Ultimately, the resurrection demonstrates God's complete victory over sin and death, making salvation and true hope possible.
In our Good Friday message, our Elders & Deacons share a series of short messages on the seven last statements of Jesus Christ from the Cross.
In this week's message, Pastor Sonny discusses how Paul addresses division in the Corinthian church, focusing on Paul and Apollos' roles as servants of God rather than figures to be elevated. God, not any individual, is the source of growth and should be the focus of worship. Focusing on personalities instead of God will ultimately lead to disunity and immaturity in faith.
Pastor Sonny continues our series on Corinthians by discussing how the Apostle Paul explains spiritual maturity in chapter 3. What do the categories of natural, mature, and infants in Christ, mean for our own spiritual journey, and what can we learn from this to grow in our faith and understand where we stand in our relationship with Christ?
Pastor Sonny explores 1 Corinthians 2:6-16, focusing on the distinction between worldly and Godly wisdom. He emphasizes spiritual maturity as growing in Christ-likeness and understanding the "hidden wisdom" of God, which is revealed through the Holy Spirit to those who believe. Pastor Sonny encourages listeners to apply these truths to their social interactions, service, and personal faith journeys.
In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny explores Paul's approach to preaching the Gospel with a focus on the power of Christ crucified, rather than relying on eloquent rhetoric or worldly wisdom. He emphasizes that the true power of the message lies within the Gospel itself, demonstrated through the Holy Spirit, not in the messenger's abilities. Pastor Sonny encourages listeners to trust in God's power and grace when sharing the Gospel, understanding that faith is a gift from God.
Pastor Sonny continues his message "Fools Gold" in 1 Corinthians, focusing on how God chooses the seemingly foolish and weak to demonstrate His power and wisdom. He emphasizes that our boasting should be in the Lord, not ourselves, and encourages us to serve in the church's ministries. Ultimately, God's grace transforms "nobodies" into "somebodies" in Christ.
Pastor Sonny delves into 1 Corinthians 1:17-31, exploring Paul's message that true wisdom and power come not from worldly eloquence or status but from the "word of the Cross." He contrasts the cultural understanding of power in Corinth with God's power displayed through humility and weakness, challenging the congregation to refocus on Christ's sacrifice. This message reveals who truly understands God's wisdom versus those who chase "fool's gold."
Pastor Sonny delves into 1 Corinthians 1:10-17, exploring Paul's warning against sectarianism and power struggles within the church, examining how divisions and "splits" can hinder unity and cooperation, drawing parallels to historical examples like the European Wars of Religion and the Sunni-Shia Schism. Join us as we discuss the importance of focusing on the Gospel and avoiding personal gain or status-seeking within the church community.
Continuing into our study of Paul's letter to the Corinthians, Pastor Sonny discusses the Apostle's message of thanksgiving, emphasizing that true blessings are undeserved, unending, and ultimately found in Christ. This reminds us to be grateful for temporal and eternal blessings, focusing on God's grace and faithfulness rather than worldly accomplishments, and encourages recognizing God's work in our lives and the importance of unity within the church.
Pastor Sonny explores Paul's introduction of himself as an apostle to the Corinthians, emphasizing the authority of his calling, which comes directly from God, and its purpose to point others to Christ. He discusses how this relates to all Christians being called as saints, sanctified in Christ, and living out a witness that reflects His gospel.
Pastor Sonny delves into the birth of the Corinthian church as described in Acts 18, exploring Paul's evangelistic efforts, the establishment of the church amidst opposition, and the connection between evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. The discussion also highlights the interplay between human action and God's sovereign work in spreading the Gospel. The message concludes with a look ahead to studying Paul's first letter to the Corinthians.
Pastor Sonny dives into the third part of our introduction to Paul's Letter to the Corinthians. In this week's sermon, he explores the hidden worldview of individualism and how it clashes with a Christian perspective, ultimately leading to other problematic views like consumerism and moral relativism. Discover how understanding these cultural influences can help us better interpret Paul's message for our lives today.
Continuing the introduction to our new series on Paul's Letter to the Corinthians, Pastor Sonny explores the cultural context of Corinth and how its values, such as competitiveness and self-sufficiency, influenced the early church, creating friction with Christian doctrine. He also discusses how modern "hidden worldviews" can similarly impact our faith today, emphasizing the need to ensure our perspectives are aligned with God's word and free from cultural biases. Ultimately, the goal is to better understand Paul's letters to the Corinthians and apply his wisdom to our lives.
Join Pastor Sonny as we embark on a new preaching series through Paul's letter to the Corinthians! This introductory message explores why this ancient text is surprisingly relevant to our modern lives, especially here in Toronto. Just as the Israelites faced cultural challenges in the Promised Land and the early church in Corinth grappled with the influences of a cosmopolitan city, we, too, encounter similar battles in our own context.Pastor Sonny delves into the historical, social, and cultural backdrop of Corinth, a bustling trade hub much like Toronto, filled with diverse influences and competing worldviews. We'll discover how the city's culture of competition, consumerism, and success impacted the early church, and how those same challenges echo in our own church community today. By examining the various aspects of culture, from language and material possessions to values and worldviews, we'll gain a deeper understanding of how culture can shape our beliefs and behaviors.Get ready to learn how God's warnings to the Israelites about cultural traps are just as applicable to us. We'll explore how the culture of Toronto, much like Corinth, can subtly influence our faith and the way we do church. Join us as we unpack these important lessons from 1 Corinthians and discover how to navigate the cultural challenges of our time while staying true to the Gospel!
In this message wrapping up the year, Pastor Sonny explores the vital topic of planning, contrasting the wisdom of the diligent ant with the warning against the arrogant presumption found in James. He encourages listeners to find a godly balance between rigid organization and living spontaneously, emphasizing the need to commit our plans to the Lord and become better stewards of the time and resources He provides for the year ahead and help find a balanced approach to planning for a more fruitful and God-honoring 2025.
In a special Christmas message for our Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, Pastor Sonny delves into the story of Cain and Abel, revealing unexpected parallels to Christ's sacrifice and God's grace. Discover how even in the Old Testament, we see foreshadowings of Jesus as the ultimate sin offering and how this ancient tale illuminates the true meaning of Christmas – redemption and reconciliation through faith. Join us as we explore this unique perspective and refocus on the hope, peace, joy, and love that Jesus brings.
In the fourth message of our Advent series, Bro. Eugune Daylusan delves into the profound significance of Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, explaining its solemn rituals from Leviticus 16. He highlights how the scapegoat, the sacrificial goat, and the unique role of the High Priest all serve as powerful types foreshadowing Jesus Christ's perfect sacrifice and priesthood, which secured eternal redemption and calls us to serve the living God.
Delving deeper into our typology series, Bro. Alex San Juan explores the book of Hosea, where the prophet's difficult marriage to unfaithful Gomer serves as a powerful metaphor for God's relentless love and Christ's relationship with the Church. Bro. Alex examines themes of forgiveness and redemption, seeing how God pursues His people despite their transgressions, foreshadowing Jesus' ultimate sacrifice.
Continuing our series on biblical typology, Bro. Gary Ubando examines the fascinating account of the Bronze Serpent in Numbers 21, explaining how this specific event foreshadows Christ being lifted up on the cross, highlighting the necessity of looking to Him in faith for salvation from sin's deadly venom.
Bro. Vergel Ecat kicks off our Advent Series on how the Old Testament points us to Christ by explaining how the life of Moses, a towering figure in the Old Testament, remarkably foreshadows Jesus Christ through the concept of biblical typology. This sermon explores key parallels between them, ultimately revealing why Jesus is the "Greater" fulfillment who offers salvation by grace, not law.
Pastor Sonny’s final message in our Exodus series reflects on God’s enduring mercy and faithfulness in leading His people despite their failings as He prepares to reestablish His kingdom. The Israelites’ journey reflects our present-day walk as Christians and our ongoing internal battle to align our desires with God’s will. By focusing on the covenant renewal, the design of the Tabernacle, and our role in God’s ongoing mission, Pastor Sonny encourages believers to heed God’s warnings and trust His guidance in pursuing His kingdom.
God is committed to re-establishing His kingdom through grace and mercy. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny explores how the renewal of God’s covenant with the Israelites points forward to Christ, who fulfills God’s redemptive plan for humanity, and how we as Christians should see ourselves from this perspective — as part of God’s plan to establish His kingdom in the hearts and minds of those who belong to Him, joyfully living in obedience to God’s rule and call for our lives.
In this week's message, Pastor Sonny explores the richness of God’s mercy and grace in the face of human failings, as illustrated in the golden calf incident. God’s goodness, revealed through His unwavering mercy, defines His glory and highlights its connection to our journey as believers. God’s faithfulness despite humanity’s repeated shortcomings is a profound reminder of God’s grace, which sustains and restores His people throughout their spiritual journey.
We conclude our Missions Month series with a special message from guest Pastor Norbert Manzano.
Our Missions Month continues with a special presentation by Aimee Esparaz from Compassion Canada.
Guest speaker Priscilla Kunaseelan kicks off our 2024 Missions Month by sharing insights from her mission experience in Papua New Guinea.
In continuing last week's message, Pastor Sonny explores the tension between justice and mercy in the story of the golden calf. God’s faithfulness to His promises, despite human disobedience, shows how God’s constant grace works through consequences to lead His people back to Him. This parallels our own struggles with sin and the need for repentance, showing how we need to trust in God’s transformative power and His ultimate plan for redemption, thoughtfully reflecting on God’s enduring mercy and the hope found in His grace.
We all tend to miss God’s standards, alienating ourselves from God through disobedience and experiencing the consequences of our actions. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny delves into the story of the golden calf from Exodus 32, exploring the consequences of disobedience and the depth of God’s mercy and grace. Thankfully, God is faithful and constantly desires to show us mercy and grace — even amidst His righteous anger. As believers, we need to understand that God's anger is grounded in love, and we should emulate that by advocating reconciliation and compassion over condemnation.
True worship should be God-centered, recognizing His authority and adhering to His commandments. The Israelites' actions with the golden calf illustrate the dangers of misinterpreting God's role and commands, leading to self-centered worship and spiritual downfall. Sadly, we still see similar behavior in modern churches, which is why, as Pastor Sonny explains, it's crucial to remain committed to biblical truth, even when it contradicts societal trends.
Worship of God must be prioritized over His work. As Pastor Sonny explains, God is "God-centered," meaning He is all about Himself, and this is the most loving thing He can do. God's commands, including the Sabbath, are for our benefit, and He desires that we center our lives on Him, as only work done in worship of God will last forever.
One way that God provides and empowers us for His work is by giving us specific gifts to be used according to His commands for His glory. In this message, Pastor Sonny discusses how we can recognize our God-given gifts as believers and willingly use them to build God's kingdom together in service to the church.
In this week's message, Pastor Sonny explores the symbolism of the census tax and anointing oil in Exodus 30. The census tax points to God's redemption plan and the sufficiency of Christ's atonement, while the anointing oil symbolizes consecration and the coming of the Holy Spirit — and how a new and better covenant through Christ and the Holy Spirit has replaced the traditional anointing oil.
What did the burning incense in the Tabernacle symbolize, and what does it hold significance for us in the church today? In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny delves into this topic as part of our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
Pastor Sonny delves deeper into our study of Exodus, exploring the Levitical priesthood and the priesthood of believers, examining its historical significance and relevance to us as Christians today.
As we celebrate the graduation of our Daily Vacation Bible School class of 2024, this year's coordinator, Sis. Wilma Baday shares an exhortation encouraging children to delight in God's Word and the things of God.
Continuing our tabernacle mini-series in our study of the Book of Exodus, Pastor Sonny describes the elements outside the tent of meeting and how they pertain to God’s redemptive plan and purpose for the Israelites then and for His people today.
Pastor Sonny returns to our tabernacle mini-series in our study of the Book of Exodus by discussing how the tabernacle points to God’s desire to dwell with His people.
Bro. Philip Llapitan shares a special message from the book of Haggai on getting our priorities straight.
Bro. Alvin Del Rosario shares a special message on how God faithfully equips us to finish our race strong — even in our latter years.
As we celebrate 41 years of God's faithfulness in our congregation, guest Pastor Rene Salvatierra shares a special message on the Lord's power to calm our fears.
Bro. Jesse Hollington shares a special Father's Day message on what we can learn from God about His love and perfect Fatherhood in raising up our own kids in the way they should go.
Why didn’t God abolish slavery in the Bible? If God rescued the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, why did God allow His people to own slaves? Pastor Sonny discusses these questions in our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
The improper fear of the Israelites in the presence of God caused them to sin against God in disobedience, but God, out of His great love and mercy, continued the pursuit of His people by not only appointing a representative for the people but also appointing a place where His people can meet with Him — namely, the altar. Pastor Sonny expands on the significance of the altar and God's purpose for it.
How should we understand a proper and improper fear of God? In this week's message, Pastor Sonny explains the tension in Exodus 20 and what Moses is trying to teach the Israelites and us today about what the law is for and how it applies to us today.
As 2023 comes to a close, we may find ourselves reflecting on the many years gone by. Is nostalgic reflection helpful? Is it scriptural? Pastor Sonny discusses this in today's worship service.
Merry Christmas! As we celebrate our Christmas Eve Candlelight Service, Bro. Philip Llapitan shares a special message in our series on how the Old Testament points to Christ as the Faithful One.
Continuing our Advent Series, Bro. Eugune Daylusan shares how the Old Testament is centered entirely around Christ, not only in foretelling His birth, death, and resurrection but also in showing us who He is.
Pastor Sonny kicks off our 2023 Advent Sermon Series with a message on the importance of the Old Testament in God's redemptive story.
Pastor Sonny continues our study of Exodus with a discussion of the tenth commandment: Do Not Covet.
Pastor Sonny returns to our study of Exodus on a discussion of the ninth commandment: Do Not Lie.
In this week’s message, Bro. Jesse Hollington discusses what Hebrews 11:6 means when it says that God is a rewarder of those who seek Him, how Abraham’s faith was counted as righteousness, and how we can enjoy that same kind of faith.
This week, Bro. Alvin Del Rosario shares a special message on what it means to let the peace of Christ rule in our hearts.
Stealing, at first glance, seems easy to understand. Everyone knows that it’s wrong to steal. Even the definition of stealing is simple, to steal something is to take something that is not yours. However, it’s a bit more complicated than that, and so is the eighth commandment. Pastor Sonny discusses this in our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
Adultery is marital unfaithfulness or infidelity, which puts the covenant of marriage at the heart of our understanding of the seventh commandment. Pastor Sonny discusses this in our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
Pastor Emeritus Luis Notario shares a special message in honour of Pastor Appreciation Month.
If honoring everyone means treating all human life with dignity and respect, then the worst thing you can do in disobedience or in rebellion to this command is to take that life away from them. This is what the Sixth Commandment is all about, and this week, Pastor Sonny describes how it applies to the Christian walk.
In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny discusses the first commandment that deals with our relationship with other human beings — and the only command with a promise. However, what is God’s real purpose for this commandment? How should we act in obedience to it, and how can I honour parents who are dishonourable?
The Biblical idea of a day of rest has been in effect ever since the beginning of time. For the Israelites in the wilderness, it was a reminder of God’s faithfulness to provide for their needs and therefore reinforce or strengthen their faith in Him. What does it mean for us today? In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny explains the application of God’s Fourth Commandment in our ongoing series on Exodus.
Biblically speaking, names are important, which is why the Third Commandment is seemingly so harsh about prohibiting the taking of the Lord’s name in vain. However, this Commandment is often sorely misunderstood and oversimplified. In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny explains the deeper meaning of God’s Third Commandment in our ongoing series on Exodus.
The key to living a virtuous life is to orient ourselves to a “good” and perfect law giver first and trust that He and His laws are truly good, and then obedience will come. This leads us to the first two commandments.
Without a standard, without a judge, our society’s way of dealing with morality will only result in chaos and confusion, which will ultimately lead to our own destruction. This is why the first statement in the Ten Commandments is of utmost importance. As human beings, we need our morality to be grounded on something absolute and solid, so we need to go back to the decalogue to find out what that something — or Someone — is.
This week Pastor Sonny continues our study of the Book of Exodus by kicking off a mini-series on The Ten Commandments and what they mean for New Testament believers.
God is not Someone we can take casually. The Bible shows there is a danger in approaching God — we need to know Him first in all of His holiness and perfection before we can truly obey Him.
Understanding the pattern of God’s salvation is essential to understanding the whole Bible. So what is this pattern, and how do we truly embrace it?
Sis. Marianne Llapitan shares a special exhortation for our Daily Vacation Bible School graduates and parents.
God has proven Himself over and over again to be faithful to save the Israelites from their enemies and to be their provider in the wilderness. But the question remains: Why Sinai?
In trying to be faithful to his calling, Moses was going about doing God’s work for the nation of Israel the wrong way, and God used Moses’ father-in-law Jethro to set him straight on the need for helpers. Pastor Sonny continues our series on Exodus and shares what we can learn from this story on Eldership and Leadership in the Church.
What does the conversation between Moses and his father-in-law Jethro in Exodus 18 tell us about evangelism? This week Pastor Sonny returns to our study of the Book of Exodus.
Pastor Sonny shares a special message as we celebrate 40 years of God's goodness and faithfulness in our church!
Happy Father's Day to all the dads out there! In this week's special sermon, Pastor Sonny returns with a message on Biblical Manhood.
There is hope for those struggling with mental health as the battle for our minds isn’t just medical — it’s also spiritual. Special guest Pastor Wilbert Zavitz shares a message on how we can be rescued from sin, depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
We all have different gifts, and some are more noticeable than others, but that doesn’t mean any are more important. In this week's message, Bro. Eugune Daylusan shares a message on the unsung heroes of the Bible.
Bro. Ramir Carandang shares a special message about Jesus' words in Matthew 10 on taking up our cross and following Him.
There's much confusion in today's society on what defines womanhood, but as the inerrant Word of God and source of all Truth, the Bible is quite clear on the matter. Pastor Sonny shares a message on what Biblical Womanhood means.
Whenever the Israelites thought they were putting God to the test in the story of Exodus, it was actually God who was continuing to test them. What can we learn from this part of the story? Pastor Sonny discusses this in our continuing study of the Book of Exodus.
We can get to know God and come into a deeper relationship with Him through His Word. But, how does that work exactly? Bro. Philip Llapitan shares the principles for standing firm in God’s Word.
Pastor Mike Mauricio shares a special message on what the Apostle Paul teaches us about Standing Firm in his letter to the Philippians.
In a special Good Friday message, Bro. Alvin Del Rosario explains how suffering can yield good fruit in the Christian life.
The ultimate purpose of God in the Israelites’ journey into the wilderness is to continuously build up and strengthen their faith through testing. How do they respond in this testing, and how does God deal with them?
What kind of diet does God place the Israelites while in the wilderness and how does He help them to persevere in it?
One of the biggest problems of the human heart is that the more God blesses us with material things the more we mistakenly try — and fail — to find contentment in those things. This is the attitude of the Israelites during their journey into the wilderness.
When it comes to our relationship with God, we are not called to settle; we are called to always want more. Our end goal as Christians is to be conformed to the image of Christ. That’s our Canaan — that’s where all Christians are headed.
When the Israelites made it across the Red Sea and witnessed how God defeated their enemies by pouring on the Egyptians the very waters of the sea that were held back for them, the very first thing they did after crossing over from slavery to freedom, and from death to life, was to sing a song.
How does God deal with the Israelites? He fights for them. How does God fight for the Israelites, and how does God save them from their bondage to slavery?
Our reading of Exodus 14 should not be focused on the parting of the Red Sea, but rather anchored on the salvation of God through Jesus Christ.
From the beginning of the Exodus story, God’s main goal has been to continue to strengthen the faith of the Israelites in Him. God did it through promises, miracles and the display of power through the plagues. Now, God is training and growing the Israelites by rerouting them to protect and nurture their fragile faith for the challenges that lay ahead. He is also reminding them who He is in the midst of their journey.
The Christian life can sometimes get messy. The anchor that keeps the Christian grounded and not sway to the extreme of pride or hopelessness are the facts that Christians, like the Israelites, have been chosen by God, consecrated to Him and have been redeemed by the blood of Jesus Christ.
God rescued His people from Egypt to be consecrated: to be set apart for God for the purpose of remembering God’s salvation. But what does being consecrated look like? Pastor Sonny discusses this in the next set of verses in our ongoing study of Exodus 13.
What is God’s purpose in rescuing the Israelites from Egypt? Pastor Sonny discusses this in today's message.
What does it mean for believers to be “circumcised…by the circumcision of Christ? Pastor Sonny explains this from Paul’s writings to the Colossians.
Were Abraham and his descendants faithful to keep the faith and do their part in the covenant of circumcision? By extension, does our salvation depend on us doing our part? Pastor Sonny discusses the answers to these questions found in Paul’s letter to the Colossians.
Merry Christmas! As we celebrate the birth of our Saviour, Pastor Sonny wraps up our Advent Series on the typologies of Christ with a message on the final type of Christ and the Reason for our Hope.
For our Christmas Eve Candlelight service, Bro. Alex San Juan shares a special message on David as a glimpse of Christ in the Old Testament.
Bro. Vergel Ecat continues our typology Advent series with a discussion on how the story of Jonah is a pointer to Christ.
Bro. Eugune Daylusan shares our second message in this year's Advent Sermon Series, discussing how the Melchizedek points to the priesthood of Christ.
We dive into this year's advent season series as Bro. Philip Llapitan looks at one of the types of Christ through the character of Adam — the first prototype of a man after God’s own image.
In preparation for our Advent Sermon Series, Pastor Sonny explains the proper way to understand biblical typology and how it applies to studying the Old Testament and how those scriptures point to the birth of Christ.
God’s freeing His people from slavery in Egypt was an early hint of His ultimate plan for His people today. As part of that, God required the Israelites to walk in covenant with Him through the passover and circumcision. In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny explains what that is, what is represents, and what it means for us as Christians.
As followers of Christ, what does it mean to deny ourselves? Are we allowed to enjoy the things of this world or do we need to set them aside for a wholehearted pursuit of Christ? This week we take a break from our study of Exodus as Pastor Sonny provides an introduction to our upcoming Wednesday Prayer Fellowship study of the book “The Things of This Earth” by Joe Rigney.
After 430 years of slavery, the people of God were finally free! This was an early hint of God’s ultimate kingdom-building plan, but now what happens next to the people of Israel, and what can we learn from it for our own lives?
The theme of the story of the Exodus is God preserving a people to Himself, bringing them under His rule by rescuing them from the rule of Pharaoh and Egypt, and now in the exodus God will bring them to His place, the place where He promised to give to their forefathers.
Pastor Sonny concludes our mini-series on the basics of Christianity with a discussion on the importance of faith.
What does God’s salvation mean? How important and weighty is God’s salvation in the life of a believer? In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny returns to the basics of Christianity.
What does God’s salvation mean? How important and weighty God’s salvation is in the life of a believer? In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny continues our series on the basics of Christianity.
What does God’s salvation mean? How important and weighty God’s salvation is in the life of a believer? In this week’s message, Pastor Sonny returns to the basics of Christianity.
The Feast of Unleavened Bread of Exodus 12 has a direct application to our lives as Christians in today’s society. It not only teaches us to remove the “leaven” from our lives, but also reflects how we are to worship God in spirit and in truth. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny discusses this in our ongoing mini-series on The Sovereignty of God.
Pastor Sonny continues our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus on the Sovereignty of God in the first Passover and how it points to the salvation found in Christ.
Pastor Sonny returns with our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus, continuing last month's discussion on the Sovereignty of God in the first Passover and how it points to the salvation found in Christ.
Bro. Ramir Carandang explains the importance of keeping our eyes on Jesus and His promises, no matter what circumstances we may find ourselves in.
How do we weather the storms in our lives? In this week's message, Bro. Vergel Ecat explains from scripture how faith can turn storms that might otherwise destroy us into perfect storms of God's grace.
If one of your goals in life is achieved, do you think that will be enough? How do we know that we have enough? What is the goal we should truly be striving for? In this week's message, Bro. Alex San Juan explains how we should run our race.
It was in the tenth plague of Exodus that God introduced the Passover. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny talks about how the Passover was actually an introduction to God’s overall plan for salvation.
Pastor Sonny continues our study of the plagues of Exodus by discussing what was different about the tenth plague brought upon the Egyptians, and what that means for us.
Pastor Sonny continues our study of the plagues of Exodus by discussing what was different about the tenth plague brought upon the Egyptians, and what that means for us.
Pastor Sonny continues our study of the plagues of Exodus by discussing what was different about the tenth plague brought upon the Egyptians, and what that means for us.
For this year's Daily Vacation Bible School graduation, Sis. Wilma Baday, one of the leaders of our Children's Ministry, shares a special message on how children are an important part of God's mission.
For this year's Daily Vacation Bible School graduation, Sis. Wilma Baday, one of the leaders of our Children's Ministry, shares a special message on how children are an important part of God's mission.
For this year's Daily Vacation Bible School graduation, Sis. Wilma Baday, one of the leaders of our Children's Ministry, shares a special message on how children are an important part of God's mission.
Pastor Sonny continues exploring the sovereignty of God in the context of the hardening of Pharaoh's heart, the 10th plague brought upon the Egyptians, and the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans.
Pastor Sonny continues exploring the sovereignty of God in the context of the hardening of Pharaoh's heart, the 10th plague brought upon the Egyptians, and the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans.
Pastor Sonny continues exploring the sovereignty of God in the context of the hardening of Pharaoh's heart, the 10th plague brought upon the Egyptians, and the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans.
What does the sovereignty of God have to do with the 10th plague that was brought upon the Egyptians in the Book of Exodus? Pastor Sonny discusses this from the perspective of the Apostle Paul's writings in Romans 9.
What does it mean for God to be sovereign, and how does it apply to the tenth plague brought on the Egyptians in Exodus 11? Pastor Sonny discusses this in our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
We are living in a very uncertain time where there seems to be no answer to our questions and no hope for our future, but how should we as followers of Christ respond to the anxieties all around us? Bro. Philip Llapitan outlines God’s answer for anxiety.
What does Proverbs 22:6 really mean when it talks about training a child up in the way they should go? Is it a promise, or is it a warning? Pastor Sonny explores this in a special Father’s Day message.
What is God's kind of wisdom, and how do we discern the difference between that wisdom that comes from God and the wisdom of the world? Pastor Ken Hollington explains this from the life of Solomon.
Unlike the rest of the plagues, which God used to make Himself known to the Egyptians, the plague of the locusts had a slightly different purpose. Pastor Sonny explains this latest plague in our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
What was God trying to reveal about Himself to Pharaoh and the Egyptians through the plague of hail, and how should Pharaoh have responded to God’s revelation of Himself through this plague? Pastor Sonny continues to discuss this in our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
The book of Exodus spends more time on the plague of hail that God brought on the Egyptians in Exodus than on any of the others. What’s so significant about this particular plague? Pastor Sonny explains this in today’s message from our ongoing series on Exodus.
God’s purpose for suffering is ultimately to reveal Himself more to those who are suffering and are in pain. Even in suffering and pain, God’s goal is still for us to ultimately know Him more and know Him intimately. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny explains this from the plagues of Egypt and the experience of Job.
In our special Sunday Worship service for Mother's Day, Bro. Eugune Daylusan shares a message on what we can learn from families in the Bible.
The plagues brought upon the Egyptians in Exodus show us that God will save his chosen people, will not compromise, and will not be cheated. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny explains how this demonstrates a fundamental truth about the Salvation of God.
The plagues that were cast upon Egypt in the Book of Exodus demonstrate that God does not need an army of angels or even thunderbolts and lightning in order to display His power and justice, but what else can we learn from the lessons of the Egyptians. In today’s message, Pastor Sonny discusses how the frogs and gnats in Egypt show us the precision, power, and grace of God.
Bro. Alvin Del Rosario shares why the resurrection matters, not just for our hope, but also for our daily spiritual walk.
Good Friday was God's greatest tragedy, but it was also His greatest triumph — and it was ours too because of His great love for us. Even Jesus' own disciples didn't understand this at first, and sometimes we forget too. In this year's Good Friday Service, Bro. Jesse Hollington shares a message on embracing the Hope of the Cross.
Pastor Sonny continues our exploration of the Book of Exodus with a look at the first plague to be brought upon the Egyptians — the turning of the waters of the Nile to blood — and what we can learn from it in relation to today's problems.
We should have no fear when it comes to serving God in whatever ministry He calls us to. Ministry is not easy, but that shouldn’t discourage us from getting involved. God has clothed us with power through His Holy Spirit. In today’s message, Pastor Sonny talks about how God encouraged Moses to obey His command to speak to Pharaoh.
Over the past two weeks, we have been examining the genealogy of Aaron found in Exodus 6, looking at the distinguished members of the Levite family tree, including Gershon, Kohath, Merari, and Phineas. In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny now looks at some of the “black sheep” of Aaron’s family.
This week we continue our discussion of the genealogy of Aaron in Exodus 6. In the first part of this mini-series, Pastor Sonny explained how this family tree was placed here for a purpose: to show the importance of fathers in God’s plan and demonstrate that Aaron is a legitimate co-leader with Moses. We can also learn some practical lessons from Aaron’s descendants. In today’s message, Pastor Sonny talks about what we can see from the life of Aaron’s grandson, Phinehas.
Toward the end of Exodus 6, the story of Moses and the Israelites takes a brief detour to discuss the genealogy of Aaron. While this may seem out of place at first glance, as with everything in the Word of God, there's a purpose for it being here. We hope you can join us today as Pastor Sonny unpacks this in our continuing study of the Book of Exodus.
This week we conclude our two-part mini-series on the relentless God. Our text in Exodus 6 shows us that God is the God of covenant keeping. Even though at this point in the story God has already been rejected and doubted by His own people twice, nothing is going to stop Him from fulfilling the covenant that He made with their ancestors.
God’s consistency and relentlessness when it comes to His promised salvation is mind-boggling, but it's also necessary for God to keep His Word because of who He is and how He loves us.
Over the past few messages, we've been hearing about God's adoption of us in the context God's "I will" statements in Exodus 6. The first five statements spoke of the freedom that comes with God’s salvation, how that freedom came about through redemption, and how Israel was adopted as God's children. This week, Pastor Sonny concludes with God's last two "I will" statements in Exodus 6, which talk about the final aspect of salvation: a promised possession.
Last week, Pastor Sonny explained how adoption is an aspect of God’s salvation that rarely gets talked about in churches. However, it's important to understand what being adopted by God means as it gives us a clearer picture of justification, sanctification, and what it means to call ourselves Christians or sons and daughters of God. So the question remains, what does it really mean to be called a “son of God”? Pastor Sonny unpacks this in our continuing study of the Book of Exodus.
Adoption is one of the aspects of God’s salvation that doesn't get talked about much in the pulpit or even in regular bible studies and small group sessions. As we return to our study of the Book of Exodus, Pastor Sonny discusses how God's promises show us that the cost of redemption was not only for our freedom, but also for our adoption, and why it's important to understand what this really means for us.
This week, our Youth Coordinator, Sis. Paula Tung, shares an update on our Youth Ministry with a message on helping our young people grow in their faith.
As Christians, we all should be continuously growing to become more and more like Christ, but that's not just a growth in faith, but a growth in works and action. In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny unpacks this from scripture and introduces the new book that we will be disussing during this year's Wednesday Prayer Fellowships.
The Bible teaches us that there is a kind of busyness that is “necessary” and if we can only see the value of choosing this necessity, the rest of our lives will fall into place. In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny explains this from the story of Mary and Martha.
Fear, by itself, is not bad — it was created by God to keep us free and protect us from harm. Like everything else created by God, however, it's been corrupted by sin. How do we realign our fears and get them back under God's control? Pastor Sonny discusses this from the life of the Apostle Peter.
God designed human beings with the need to rest in order to function properly. Without rest, human beings tend to get “burned out” both physically, emotionally, mentally and even spiritually. The question is, what does it mean for us to rest? Pastor Sonny shares the answer to that question in biblical terms, so that we can trust in what God has in store for us in the coming year of 2022.
What does the transaction of redemption look like for that? Who is the one who receives payment? Who is the one who pays? Who is the one paid for? And what was the cost of the payment? In today's message, Pastor Sonny explores the answers to these questions in our continuing study of the Book of Exodus.
It’s one thing for us to feel sadness or to feel upset because of disappointment, but it’s another thing for us to say to God, "You’ve sinned against me because you didn’t do what you said you would do." That’s what it means to doubt God. Pastor Sonny explores this in our continuing study of the Book of Exodus.
Biblical hope has God as its source, while worldly hope is ultimately based on chance. Since God is the same, yesterday, today and tomorrow, does not know how to fail, and has proven Himself from the beginning of time, then a biblical hope is certain and sure. How we hope, as human beings, is based on our faith on the source of hope. If we are fully convinced in the source then that’s where our hope is.
The book of Exodus shows us just what kind of Father God is. He is not like our own human fathers. God loves to the extreme and will go to the extreme in order to care for and protect His children. We hope you can join us again today as Pastor Sonny continues our study of the Exodus.
We must be disciples of Christ before we can do the work of Christ. Ministry is the work that comes with being a disciple of Jesus, but when it comes to ministry, our families must still come first, and the home is our training ground for ministry in the church.
As believers, we need to do more than window-shop with God's promises. We need to appropriate those promises and claim them in our lives.
When you truly see God by faith, there is no task great enough to drive you back into fear and insecurity. Instead, this should drive us forward to obedience by faith. Pastor Sonny continues to unpack the lessons from Moses' life in our series on the Book of Exodus.
God’s power will always prevail, no matter how hopeless our situation is, and He can always be trusted to work for our ultimate good. Pastor Sonny explores this from the life of Moses this week in our continuing study of Exodus.
God the I AM can always be trusted to fulfill each and every one of His promises. Like Moses, all we have to do is believe and go along for the ride.
To truly worship God, we must understand who He really is, and if we know Him, we'll find joy in giving Him our absolute best, and gathering at the house of the Lord. Bro. Philip Llapitan shares a special message on the importance of coming together to worship Him in spirit and in truth.
God's call is almost always unexpected, and it will not fail to get your attention. So, how should we respond when it comes? Pastor Sonny discusses this from the example of Moses in Exodus 3.
Just as God prepared and called Moses in Exodus 3, He also prepares and calls us to live out His purposes through "burning bushes" in our own lives. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny discusses how we can apply observations from Moses' life to God’s call to us in the same way today.
God is always at work, and ready to act to fulfill His promises and purposes in His perfect timing. Pastor Sonny illustrates this from the life of Moses in our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
God grows His people spiritually in many ways, but most often it's our relationships with those closest to us that help us the most in our spiritual growth. In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny discusses how we can see this in the life of Moses in Exodus 2.
What are the strategies that God uses to grow His people spiritually? Pastor Sonny discusses this from the life and experiences of Moses in Exodus 2.
How did Moses killing of the Egyptian slave driver in Exodus 2:12 fit into God's plan for Moses and the Hebrews? Pastor Sonny answers this question in our ongoing study of the Book of Exodus.
Was Moses justified in killing the Egyptian slave abuser in Exodus 2:12, and how did it fit into God's plan for the Hebrews? Pastor Sonny discusses this question in our continuing study of the Book of Exodus.
Brother Alvin Del Rosario shares a special message on how God uses our periods of waiting to grow our faith and fulfill HIs purposes in our lives, even in times of suffering.
Parenting by faith ultimately means having faith in God as a good Father. A Father who will always be there for our children no matter what. A Father who never sleeps. A Father who never gets tired. A Father who will never die.
As we can see from Moses' parents in Exodus 2, an important part of preparing your children for the world is to put them in their proper place, teaching them how, both spiritually and practically, to get along in the challenging world that they will face.
Continuing into the Book of Exodus, Pastor Sonny explains what we can learn from Moses' parents on how to raise children to have faith and fear of God in a world that is leading them in the opposite direction.
As human beings we are limited in our ability to know what the future holds, but if we have faith and fear of God, like the midwives Shiphrah and Puah did in standing up to Pharaoh in Exodus 1, we can know that it will always end up for our ultimate good.
Suffering is not God's way of punishing us for our sins, but rather a way of helping us to grow in our faith and trust in God's grace. In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny explains how Exodus reminds us of that truth, and how the scars of our suffering are there to remind us to keep our eyes on our Saviour, and be reminded of God's goodness in healing the wounds of our past.
We continue our journey through the Book of Exodus with Pastor Sonny describing how Israel's sojourn in Egypt ultimately served God's purposes to protect them, help them to grow, and prepare them for everything He had in store for them.
Pastor Sonny begins our exciting new expository series on the Book of Exodus with an introduction on the purpose of the story of Exodus, what it represents, and why it's important to understand it.
Pastor Sonny concludes his seven-part mini-series on the life of Joseph by reviewing what we can learn from the end of Joseph's story in Genesis 50 and how it reveals that even though life may be a roller coaster, we can trust that God is always faithful to work all things together for good for those who love Him.
What was God's greatest gift and blessing to Joseph? Was it finally achieving power, prestige, and wealth in Egypt after years of suffering, or does the story of Joseph show us something deeper and much more significant about the nature and purposes of God?
In Genesis 39, Joseph was bold in doing the right thing even if it led to suffering and jail, but quiet when being slandered even if it led to suffering and jail. What do we do as Christians when it comes to doing the right thing and standing up for our faith in a broken world? Are we supposed to just keep quiet and therefore avoid suffering and persecution? Or do we stand for our principles and beliefs knowing that persecution and suffering will come? And if so, how are we to handle the suffering and persecution?
It's not a sin to be tempted, but how do we avoid succumbing to temptation? In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny explains how Joseph gives us an example of how to overcome temptation — by valuing God above all else.
God’s earthly blessings can and will be used by our enemy, Satan, in order to rob us of God’s spiritual blessings. In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny explains how this is demonstrated by the story of Joseph and Potiphar's wife.
As the story of Joseph shows, God doesn't shield His rescuers from pains and trials on the way to using them to rescue His people, but He does show His faithfulness, His consistency, His never changing nature, and His every abiding presence.
Our greatest need for rescue is from the very wrath of God Himself because of the sin that is in each of us, and for that we need a special kind of rescuer — One who will satisfy God’s demand for perfection and humility and love. A rescuer who will ultimately give Himself up as our substitute on the cross in order to shed His own blood to satisfy God’s demand for justice because of sin.
In a new "prequel" mini-series to our upcoming study on Exodus, Pastor Sonny explains how the Old Testament story of Joseph is a pointer to God's ultimate plan of salvation through the cross of Christ.
In a special message for resurrection Sunday, Bro. Eugune Daylusan explains seven devastating things that would be true had Jesus Christ not risen from the dead.
In our final sermon in the Cycle of Contentment mini-series and our study of Paul's letter to the Philippians, Pastor Sonny concludes by discussing how the Apostle's motivation for ministry was not for financial gain, but rather seeking the fruit of the church's growth, beginning the cycle of contentment all over again.
What is the secret to cheerful, generous, willing, giving? Contentment. The Philippians knew how to handle being brought low. Because they were convinced, by faith, that their supply would never run out because they had access to the very power of God through Christ Jesus.
In this week's message, Pastor Sonny continues to unwrap the secret to biblical contentment, exploring what the Apostle Paul means when he says that he can do all things through Christ who strengthens him.
For most people, being content is to be in a positive situation. But as Philippians 4:12 shows, that’s definitely not what the Apostle Paul means by contentment. Being content, the way the bible defines contentment, is based on something that we know, something that we have learned. In the second part of our mini-series on the cycle of contentment, Pastor Sonny explains what that is.
According to the Apostle Paul in Philippians 4, the cycle of contentment begins with God and flows to the giver through generosity which then flows through to the one in need, and goes back to God through the praise and worship of both. In the first of a five-part mini-series on biblical contentment, Pastor Sonny explains how giving, in the eyes of our Lord Jesus Christ, should never be forced, but instead done for the joy of being able to give and through faith in God to provide in order for you to give again and receive joy.
What does it mean for the peace of God to guard the “heart” and "mind of a believer? In this week's message, Pastor Sonny explains how the Apostle Paul answers that question in Philippians 4.
Being able to rejoice in the Lord always will leave its mark on a believer’s way of life. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny goes through Philippians 4:5–7 to show us some examples of what those marks are.
Being able to rejoice in the midst of any circumstance is a virtue that comes from a strong confidence — faith in God as being able to work any circumstance for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. In this week's message from Philippians, Pastor Sonny explains how, for Christians, rejoicing in the Lord always, even in the worst circumstances, is like an anchor that will prevent us from falling into hopelessness and despair.
All human beings, Christian or not, will have some disagreements from time to time. In his letter to the Philippians, however, Paul is urging us to have is a mindset that is based on a humble heart, that actually listens and considers others’ interests and not only their own. A mindset that will count others more significantly than themselves, and a mindset that does nothing from selfish ambition or conceit.
The work of the Gospel is not easy. There are times when it just does not look like it’s worth all the effort and sometimes pain that ministry comes with. In his letter to the Philippians, Paul opens chapter 4 by encouraging us to look forward to what God can accomplish in and through us and to not give up.
In his letter to the Philippians, Paul exhorts us to become fellow imitators of other Christ imitators, and warns us to look out for those who profess Christ, but are really enemies of the cross. In this week's message, Pastor Sonny shares a few important truths that we can take from these verses.
As fellow Christians and fellow imitators of Christ as Paul was, we are always being watched by those who know us and even those who don’t. What kind of example are we showing them? Can they see, even just a glimpse, of Jesus in the way we live our lives? In this week's sermon, Pastor Sonny explains how we should be careful who it is that we try and emulate.
As we begin a new year, Pastor Sonny returns to our series on Philippians with a timely message on not being dragged down by past mistakes and failures, but seeing instead examples of God's grace so that we can learn to see God's goodness in our past and press on with confidence in His future grace.
In Philippians 3:1–3, the Apostle Paul explains that having the righteousness of Christ by faith is better, more valuable, than the righteousness that he had previously pursued for all of his life. As Pastor Sonny explains in our study of these verses, true righteousness can only come by faith in Christ and not through any accomplishments of the flesh. If your confidence is not on God, you are standing on shaky ground. God is the only certainty in this world of uncertainty, so your confidence is not on God, you are standing on shaky ground.
Continuing our mini-series on Philippians 3:1–3, Pastor Sonny outlines how Paul warns the Philippians against the dangerous false teachings of works-based salvation and legalism, emphasizing that the true Christians are those who worship God by serving and obeying through the Spirit of God for the glory of Christ.
Our study of the Apostle Paul's letter to the Philippians continues into chapter 3, as Pastor Sonny explains how Paul once again encourages us to rejoice, even in the midst of trials, because the Lord is already there to help us in the midst of them.
As Pastor Sonny explained in our previous discussion on Philippians 2, Paul says that the proper kind of godly obedience is not merely just doing what we think God wants us to do, but to joyfully do everything that God tells us to do without grumbling or disputing. Now Paul closes out chapter 2 by giving us Timothy and Epaphroditus as two examples on what a life of obedience looks like in practical terms.