If You Do Well... • Genesis 4:7

We’re created for a deep, meaningful relationship with our Creator; but our selfishness interferes. God often finds us in the same place He found Cain – sulking over petty disappointments and frustrations. I say ‘petty,’ not to trivialize our struggles but because they’re so easily fixed. God’s response to us is the same, “if you do well, will you not be accepted?” Yet instead of surrendering to His will, we foolishly pit up our will against His. Such stubbornness only leaves our hearts vulnerable to sin; which will lead us further away from God’s desire for our lives. Will you not yield your heart to Him today?
Christopher Rodriguez, Singles’ Pastor

Upside Down? • Mark 9:35

"If anyone desires to be first, he shall be last of all and servant of all." (Mark 9:35) My needs, wants, and desires come first, according to me. However, according to Jesus, it’s no longer about me. Instead, others come first and I am last. We must be selfless and compassionate in order to see and meet the needs of others above our own needs. In God's economy, up is down and down is up: When we are poor, then we are rich; when we are weak, then we are strong; when we are humbled, then we shall be exalted.
George Lee, Ministry Assistant

What Do We Seek First? • Matthew 6:33

Are we seeking the acceptance of others over God’s? Do we compromise relationships just to fit in? Often, we compromise just to receive a compliment. We constantly protect our image and wonder how others perceive us. We fret about what others are saying and judge photos based on whether we looked good in it or not. We need to reverse this attitude and seek first the kingdom of God; try caring about what He’s thinking of us. God’s love for us is everlasting. His compliments are better than what any other person can give. Let’s seek His righteousness first and watch God add all these other things.
Adrian Caballero, Youth Pastor