Sermons on Ephesians

The Gift of Hope

“Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a desire fulfilled is a tree of life.” (Proverbs 13:12) The World’s “Common” Substitutes For Hope: Wishful thinkingBlind optimismAmbitious dreams For most people, hope is something they do, but the Bible talks about hope as something we can have. “I pray that God, who gives hope, will bless you…

Building Godly Character At Work

Godly character is defined as strength of moral fiber. “… real maturity is that measure of development which is meant by ‘the fullness of Christ.’”  (Ephesians 4:13) [Ph] How God Uses Your “Workplace” To Build Godly Character In You: God uses pressure to teach you to be responsible. “Live life, then, with a due sense of…

Romans 13:1

It Is What It Is!

Preschool Lesson:    The Donkey and The KingElementary Lesson:  Maturity-No Whining Worship Team: Angela Cano, Cheryl Young, Bethsaida Gomez, Rachael Torres, Pete Podruchny, Art Martinez, Miguel Torres Sermon: Pastor Ruben Ortega YouVersion:  http://bible.com/events/48839994 “This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9 ) [NLT] * STOP focusing…

The New You

“Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely. And may your spirit, soul, and body be kept sound and blameless for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (1 Thessalonians 5:23 ) “… to be made new in the attitude of your mind.” (Ephesians 4:23 ) [NIV] Conform: external; to try to fit into a mold. Transform: internal; to change…