No, No, Not Me • Isaiah 2:12

Reading throughout the book of Isaiah, we are fortunate to examine the consequences and deadly symptoms of pride. Some indicators of pride are: Neglecting God (17:7-10); Being unreasonable towards God (1:16-20); A desire to rearrange God’s order (5:20-21); and, Devoid of sensitivity to God’s heart (66:1-2, 22:8-13). Isn’t pride the trickiest of sins because it’s always in denial of its state? As with any sin, giving ourselves to God is the only correct way to deal with pride. Praise God who has the solution, graciously sharing with us His amazing “Therefore” (7:14) and “Nevertheless” (9:1a, 6-7)!
Marvin Luna, Ministry Assistant

Equality • Psalm 139:13-14

Exclusive, elite, and VIP are used to distinguish and classify the rich and famous. They receive special privileges everywhere they go. As a result, the average person feels excluded and less important. Let your heart not be troubled because we are fearfully and wonderfully made by God. Psalm 139:13-14. We are special in God’s sight. According to God’s economy, the first shall be last and the last shall be first. Matthew 19:30. We are all different yet we are equally important to God. Therefore, Jesus is preparing a special mansion for us in heaven because we are of equal importance to Him. John 14:2.
George Lee, Ministry Assistant

Pass the Salt • Matthew 5:13

You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? (Matthew 5:13a). Jesus calls us to preserve/season the world around us with His gospel. You don’t have to be a church minister or missionary to be the salt. Wherever you are, you have the power to reflect God’s character positively and powerfully influencing the people in your industry. And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus (Colossians 3:17a). If we do not, let us not be surprised at the world’s increasing godlessness and depravity. Pass the salt!
Daniel Vázquez, Ministry Assistant

God’s Comfort • Isaiah 12:1

At life’s worse moments a person really needs God’s comfort. In God’s comfort people can relax and find reassurance and relief. The word comfort means console, calm, cheer up. It is noteworthy to know that Noah is sent by God on a mission that will comfort people at a terrible time (Genesis 5:29). In Jacob’s life, God was at work providing what would be life and comfort for him, his family, and many others (Genesis 37:35). The Bible demonstrates that God is a God of comfort. Blessed be the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all tribulations that we may be able to comfort those in trouble (2 Corinthians 1:3-5).
Razz Vázquez, Senior Pastor