Sermons
Bigger in Multi-Generational Ministry 01/29/12
Rev. Jerry Lepasana
Series: Think Big for 2012
The concept of affecting the faith of the next generation was not an original idea of David; this was something that God impressed to the nation of Israel early on. For example, in Joshua 4, the Lord gave Joshua plain instructions concerning the memorial they had to build after they crossed the Jordan River. We see that verse 24 summarizes God’s two reasons for commanding them to build the memorial. • They might know how powerful God is. • They might always fear the Lord So God gave them a specific method for helping the younger generation build a personal relationship with Him. I firmly believe that this is a duty that we must continue to carry out today, even in our church. We must continue to find ways to help the younger generation build a personal relationship with the Almighty God of the universe. This will be the focus of our sermon today.
Bigger in Generosity 01/15/12
Rev. Jerry Lepasana
Series: Think Big for 2012
Something that we often take for granted is the truth that God holds each one of us accountable on how we are going to express our love for Him according to our gifts. Let’s be honest, if you were to examine the way you give to God, would you see yourself as a cheap or generous giver? Personally, being your pastor, I know I am accountable to God in making sure that I have provided adequate instructions on how we all can be responsible managers and generous givers before God.
Bigger in Discipleship 01/08/12
Rev. Jerry Lepasana
Series: Think Big for 2012
In the fall of 2009, I was glad to see that our leadership decided to put discipleship at the forefront of our vision as a church. Now, allow me to explain. I am not saying that prior to this; we were not involved in some sort of discipleship for our people in the church. We were maintaining 6 major care groups where regular Bible studies, fellowships, and mutual care among members were practiced. I had ongoing Bible school courses every Wednesday, which was regularly attended by about 35 people. We also provided leadership seminars which were designed to effectively equip the people involved in our different ministries. However, there were some areas in our discipleship that we felt we were missing. Obviously, one major area was that, during those times, the same people were getting all the instruction, and the same people were doing the teaching. Also, if you came in as a new believer, instead of starting with basic doctrines, you were treated as if you are on the same level of understanding as everyone else in the group. Lastly, the evangelism aspect was almost absent. People were not as intentional in helping others come to the saving knowledge of Jesus Christ.
Bigger in Spiritual Disciplines 01/01/12
Rev. Jerry Lepasana
Series: Think Big for 2012
A Blessed New Year to Everyone! Believe it or not, 2011 is gone and we are embarking on a new year, 2012. Are you excited about it? What prospects to do see for 2012? I am aware of the fact that the majority of the people around us are not so optimistic about 2012. The George Barna research group has put out an article saying that 7 out of 10 Americans believe it will be two or more years before our economy really improves and nearly half are saying it will take three years or longer. I can certainly understand some of our apprehensions about our economy, but I pray that we remain hopeful about everything. Let’s not forget that God is still in complete control. Our future is never based on the world’s economy, but in God’s economy. He is still the God who promises to provide our needs according to His riches in glory (Philippians 4:19). He is still the God who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us (Ephesians 3:20).