Pray For Each Other • Ephesians 1:15-23

In Ephesians 1:3, Paul’s prayer for the believers is overflowing with God’s love and blessing. His prayer is completely selfless and not materialistic; as mine so often are. Paul’s focus is on knowing our Lord Jesus more. Prayer is not just mumbling vain repetitions nor should it be seen as a task. I have so much to learn about prayer. This starts by getting to know Jesus better, as seen through Paul’s example. As much as I would strive for an abundant prayer life, I know that this is only the result of an abundant relationship with Christ Himself. Let’s read Ephesians 1:15-23 and make it our prayer for each other this week.
Adrian Caballero, Youth Pastor

“Small” Sins • John 10:10

The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy (John 10:10a). Jesus Christ gives to us what the devil’s precise game plan is in our lives. He is only out to steal the gifts God has given or wants to give to us. He wants to kill any trace of the Holy Spirit that resides inside of us, and he wants to utterly destroy us. There’s no such thing as a small sin, any and every form of compromise has one objective in your life, and that is to completely devastate you and whomever you call family.
Zak Vázquez, Ministry Assistant

Final Thoughts • Luke 23:43

The story of the thief on the cross and the transition he went through in that short period of time is fascinating. He went from ridiculing to worshipping. He was understandably skeptical. Why would a king, much less the Son of God, allow Himself to be subjected to such brutality? But, something changed the thief’s mind. Was it Christ’s gracious words of forgiveness or His demeanor? Somehow he made several conclusions: this Man is who He says He is, and He may forgive me. In those last moments, the thief received a promise of forgiveness that carried him over into eternity.
Christopher Rodríguez, Singles’ Pastor

Finishing Strong • 2 Timothy 4:7

The Christian walk is like a marathon race with challenges, temptations, and trials along the way to the finish line. Therefore, take up the whole armor of God by putting on belt of truth, breastplate of righteousness, shoes with the gospel of peace, shield of faith, helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God (Ephesians 6:13-19). Run to win the prize of an imperishable crown. (Read 1 Corinthians 9:24-25.) Let us run with endurance, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith (Hebrews 12:1-2). Keep the faith! Finish the race! 2 Timothy 4:7.
George Lee, Ministry Assistant