Disciplined vs. Disqualified • 1 Corinthians 9:26-27

But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified (1 Corinthians 9:26-27). It is human nature to believe that your life is your own and that your decisions only affect you, but we tend to forget that our lives are not our own. Jesus Christ gave His life completely for us, so are we not willing to do the same? Do we discipline our life in a manner that we will not be disqualified? Do we live a life that is truly above the normal standard?
Zak Vázquez, Ministry Assistant

A Grateful Approach • Psalm 100:4

To be grateful is to have an appreciation and thankfulness in your life. The interesting thing about thankfulness in the Bible is that it’s always referred to as a choice. You choose to appreciate and value something. It has nothing to do with your circumstances or possessions. It’s an attitude you choose to adopt for yourself as you approach God. As we separate a day for appreciation, let’s make that decision in our hearts to look at our lives in the light of gratitude to God for His faithfulness and blessings towards us. Let’s enter into His gates with thanksgiving!
Christopher Rodríguez, Singles’ Pastor

No Greater Name • Philippians 2:9-10

Mention the name of Jesus in a public setting and the responses are “intolerant, politically incorrect, prejudice, and hypocrite”. It sets non-believers on edge. The name of Jesus gets no praise, honor or glory in today’s society. Jesus is Lord of lords, God of gods and King of kings. Read Psalm 136, Revelation 19:16. God has exalted Jesus and given Him the name which is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow (Philippians 2:9-10). Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved (Acts 4:12).
George Lee, Ministry Assitant