Faith for what? | Pastor Juan Espino | Luke 17:1–6
What do we do when someone hurts us—and what if it happens again? In Faith to Forgive, Pastor Juan Espino explores Jesus’ teaching in Luke 17:1–6 and the apostles’ honest prayer, “Increase our faith!” Discover how to guard your heart, correct with love, forgive as Christ has forgiven you, and trust Him with deeply rooted resentment. This message invites us to bring our wounds to the cross, release revenge, and walk toward freedom with wisdom and grace.

Mission: Rescue | John 12:27 | Pastor Maritza Rubiano
Jesus approached the cross with a deeply troubled soul, yet He refused to abandon the purpose for which He came. His mission was rescue—to give Himself for our sins and bring humanity back to God.
In “Mission: Rescue,” Pastor Maritza Rubiano reminds us that those who have been rescued by Christ are now called to participate in His mission. Someone prayed for us, told us about Jesus, invited us, or showed us His love. Now we have the opportunity to carry that same message to others.
We may still have wounds and scars, but we cannot become so consumed with our own lives that we stop hearing the cries of people who need hope. The mission is urgent, our time is limited, and Jesus is still rescuing lives.
We were reached to reach others. We were found to help find others. We were rescued to participate in the rescue.

This is a special devotional shared at our kids' service, by one of our kids' church teachers  Nithura Maningam 

Raising the Next Generation
Joshua 24:15 | Pastor Juan Espino
What kind of faith are we passing on to the next generation?
Joshua made a clear and intentional decision: “As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” Raising children to know and follow God does not happen by accident. It requires parents and families who intentionally choose Christ, teach His Word, and demonstrate through their own lives what it means to follow Him.
In this message, Pastor Juan Espino challenges parents, grandparents, and the church to recognize our responsibility in raising the next generation. Proverbs 22:6 calls us to train our children in the way they should go, while Deuteronomy 6 reminds us that faith must become part of everyday life—at home, along the way, when we lie down, and when we get up.
But teaching alone is not enough. Like Paul, we should be able to say, “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ” (1 Corinthians 11:1).
Our children need more than instructions about Jesus; they need to see a genuine relationship with Jesus lived before them.
 We are not simply raising children—we are raising the next generation to know, love, and serve the Lord.

Bless the Lord | Psalm 103:1–5 | Pastor Juan Espino
What happens when we stop focusing only on what we still need and begin remembering everything God has already done?
In “Bless the Lord,” Pastor Juan Espino walks through Psalm 103:1–5, where David calls his own soul to praise God and “forget not all his benefits.” God forgives, cleanses, heals, redeems, crowns us with love and compassion, satisfies us with good things, and renews our strength.
This message challenges us to praise God with more than our lips—with our whole heart, mind, body, and soul. And when new needs arise, we can bring them to God with thanksgiving because the God who has been faithful before is still able to do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine.
Remember His benefits. Bring Him your needs. And bless the Lord with everything within you.

Freedom in Christ | John 8:1–11 | Pastor Juan Espino
A woman caught in sin is dragged publicly before Jesus. Her guilt is undeniable, her shame is exposed, and her accusers are ready to condemn her. But one encounter with Jesus changes everything.
In “Freedom in Christ,” Pastor Juan Espino explores John 8:1–11 and the powerful difference between condemnation and the saving grace of Jesus Christ.
Jesus does not pretend that sin doesn't matter. Instead, He exposes the self-righteousness of the accusers, shows mercy to the guilty, and gives the woman both forgiveness and a new direction: “Neither do I condemn you… Go now and leave your life of sin.”
This is the freedom Christ offers us. He does not simply free us from condemnation; He rescues us from the life that was destroying us and calls us to walk in something new.
🎙️ Join Pastor Juan Espino and discover how Jesus saves, defends, forgives and redeems—and how an encounter with Christ can move us from guilt and shame into forgiveness, freedom and a new life.

A Grateful Heart | Luke 17:11–19 | Pastor Juan Espino
Ten men cried out to Jesus for mercy. Ten obeyed His command. Ten were cleansed—but only one came back.
In “A Grateful Heart,” Pastor Juan Espino explores the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17 and the powerful difference between receiving God's blessings and living with genuine gratitude.
The Samaritan who returned did more than say thank you. He praised God, fell at Jesus' feet, and worshiped. His gratitude became a posture of remembrance, worship, submission, and obedience.
This message challenges us to remember God's benefits rather than allowing complaint to replace gratitude. It also asks a deeper question: Do we want only what Jesus can give us, or do we want Jesus Himself?
Don't stay with just the miracle. Return to the Giver.
🎙️ Join Pastor Juan Espino and discover how a grateful heart remembers God's grace, obeys His Word, worships at the feet of Jesus, and turns God's goodness into a testimony for others.

Do Not Be Conformed | Romans 12:1–2 | Pastor Juan Espino
Following Christ is more than believing in Him—it is a decision to leave the old life behind and allow God to transform the way we think and live.
In this message, “Do Not Be Conformed,” Pastor Juan Espino challenges us with the words of Joshua: “Choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve.” We can allow the traditions of our past to shape us, conform to the culture around us, or make the deliberate decision to say, “As for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”
Romans 12 calls us not to conform to the pattern of this world, but to be transformed through the renewing of our minds. This transformation requires surrender—offering ourselves to God as a living sacrifice and allowing the Holy Spirit and the Word of God to change us from the inside out.
The Christian life is not simply about leaving something behind. It is about putting on the new life Christ has given us.In Christ, the old has gone and the new has come.
And as we walk in this new life, we begin to discover for ourselves that God's will truly is good, pleasing, and perfect.What initially feels like sacrifice becomes an opportunity to experience the goodness of God.
As Psalm 34:8 declares: “Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.”
🎙️ Join Pastor Juan Espino for this message and be challenged to make the decision: Do not be conformed. Be transformed. Offer your life to God, walk in the new life He has given you, and discover that His ways are truly good.

Shortcuts | Isaiah 8–9 | Pastor Maritza Rubiano
We live in a world that wants everything quickly. Quick answers, quick solutions, and quick relief from pain. But what happens when the shortcuts we choose take us further away from God?
In this powerful message, “Shortcuts,” Pastor Maritza Rubiano takes us through Isaiah 8 and 9 and the story of the people of Judah. Faced with fear and uncertainty, their king rejected God’s protection and chose what seemed like a faster, more visible solution. But that shortcut ultimately led the people into greater fear, confusion, weariness, and spiritual darkness.
We can make the same mistake today. When life becomes difficult, we may look for something—or someone—to numb our pain, satisfy our desires, or give us an immediate answer. Yet human shortcuts can never satisfy the deepest needs of our hearts.
But darkness does not have the final word.
Isaiah declares: “The people who walk in darkness will see a great light.” God’s answer was not another shortcut. God’s answer was Jesus.
When you are lost and confused, He is your Wonderful Counselor.When the battle seems too great, He is your Mighty God.When you feel abandoned and alone, He is your Everlasting Father.When your heart is overwhelmed by anxiety, guilt, or chaos, He is your Prince of Peace.
God never answered the darkness of this world with a shortcut. He answered it by sending His Son.
🎙️ Join Pastor Maritza Rubiano for this challenging and hope-filled message and discover why, when everything else fails, Jesus Christ is enough. He is our fullness, our hope, and our answer.

God Still Has a Plan | Jonah 2
What do you do when your own decisions have led you to a place of darkness, failure, or uncertainty? The story of Jonah reminds us that even in our most difficult moments, God is not finished with us.
From the belly of the great fish, Jonah cried out to the Lord. What appeared to be the end of his story became the very place where God began transforming his heart. There, Jonah remembered who God was, recognized what had drawn him away from Him, and moved from despair to worship, declaring in faith: “Salvation comes from the Lord.”
In this message, “God Still Has a Plan,” we discover three powerful truths:
• Even in your disaster, you can cry out to the Lord.• Your trial can become the place of your transformation.• Your present does not determine your future—God still has a plan.
Jonah had disobeyed, run away, and struggled against the will of God, but the grace of the Lord continued to pursue him. God restored him, gave him another opportunity, and still used his life to accomplish His purpose.
Perhaps you are walking through a season that seems to define your future. But your present circumstances do not have the final word. God’s grace can restore you, transform you, and lead you back into the purpose for which He has called you.
As Romans 8:28 reminds us:
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
 Listen to this message and be reminded: God is still working, God still restores, and God still has a plan for your life.

Dwell | Pastor Juan Espino
What does it truly mean to dwell with God?
Is it simply attending church, believing in God, or is it something much deeper?
In this encouraging message, Pastor Juan Espino explores David's heartfelt prayer in Psalm 27:4, revealing that God's greatest desire is not occasional visits from His children, but a daily, intimate relationship with them. Discover how dwelling in God's presence transforms our hearts, strengthens our faith, and provides the protection, peace, and purpose that only He can give.
In this message you'll discover:
What it means to make God's presence your permanent home.
Why David considered intimacy with God the greatest pursuit of his life.
How dwelling in God's presence brings protection, peace, and security.
The connection between love, obedience, and an intimate relationship with Christ.
How receiving Jesus as Lord begins a lifelong journey of dwelling with God.
Why those who dwell with God naturally love His house, serve His church, and joyfully invest their time, talents, and resources into His Kingdom.
Psalm 23 reminds us that the Good Shepherd walks with us through every season of life. He leads us, provides for us, corrects us, comforts us, protects us, and never leaves us. When we choose to dwell with Him, we discover that His goodness and mercy truly follow us all the days of our lives.
Dwelling is not about religion—it is about relationship.
If you long for a deeper walk with God, a stronger faith, and the peace that comes from living in His presence every day, this message will encourage and challenge you to make Him the home of your heart.
Listen today and discover the joy, security, and transforming power of dwelling in the presence of God every day.

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Obedience that brings deliverance | Pastor Juan Espino
Have you ever wondered why certain battles seem to repeat themselves, or why you feel trapped in cycles you can't seem to break?
The story of Gideon reveals that before God brought victory over the Midianites, He first called Gideon to tear down the idols that had taken His place. True freedom did not begin on the battlefield—it began at the altar.
In this powerful message, Pastor Juan Espino takes us through Judges 6–7 to discover how God calls ordinary people to become instruments of deliverance through faith and obedience.
In this message you'll discover:
How idolatry opens the door to spiritual oppression.
Why God raises ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary purposes.
The hidden idols that often go unnoticed in our hearts.
Why repentance requires action, not just emotion.
How obedience positions us to experience God's supernatural victory.
Why God's strength is greater than every fear, weakness, and impossible situation.
The same God who called Gideon is still calling men and women today to stand in faith, remove every idol, and trust Him for victory.
Freedom begins when God becomes first again.
If you're longing to experience God's power, restoration, and deliverance in your life or your family, this message will challenge you to examine your heart, surrender every idol, and believe that God still does the impossible for those who obey Him.
Listen today and discover how removing the idols from your life opens the door for God to break oppression and lead you into His victory.
 

The Great Exchange | Pastor Juan Espino
What if someone took your guilt, your shame, your sin, and your condemnation—and in exchange gave you forgiveness, righteousness, a new identity, and eternal life?
That is exactly what Jesus Christ accomplished on the cross.
In this powerful message, Pastor Juan Espino explores Philippians 2:5–11 and reveals the greatest exchange in human history. Discover how Jesus willingly left the glory of heaven, humbled Himself as a servant, and became obedient to death on a cross so that we could experience redemption, freedom, and a completely new life.
In this message, you'll discover:
Why Jesus left His heavenly throne to become a servant.
The humility and obedience that led Christ to the cross.
How Jesus carried our sin, shame, guilt, and pain.
The victory of the resurrection and the hope it brings.
What it means to receive a new identity through Christ.
How God's grace transforms our lives and calls us to live in gratitude.
The cross was more than a sacrifice—it was a divine exchange.
Jesus took what belonged to us so we could receive what belongs to Him.
If you've ever struggled with guilt, shame, condemnation, or wondered if God could truly make you new, this message will remind you that hope is found in Jesus Christ.
Listen today and discover the greatest exchange ever made—one that can completely transform your life.
 

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The Blessing of the Father | Pastor Juan Espino
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Have you ever wondered what the greatest blessing from God truly is?
In this message, Pastor Juan Espino explores the heart of the Father through Ephesians 1:3-8 and the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15:11-24. Discover how God chose us before the foundation of the world, adopted us into His family through Jesus Christ, and lavished upon us His grace, mercy, redemption, and love.
Through the story of a son who wandered far from home and a father who never stopped waiting, we learn that repentance is not merely returning to a place—it is returning to a relationship. The Father does not receive us as servants earning our way back; He restores us as sons and daughters through the finished work of Christ.
Join us as we uncover the blessings of the Father:• Chosen in Love• Blessed by Grace• Redeemed through Christ• Restored to Sonship
 

Be Still | Pastor Juan Espino
Are you carrying burdens that feel too heavy to bear?
In a world filled with uncertainty, anxiety, pressure, and constant noise, it can be difficult to find true peace. Yet in the middle of life's storms, God speaks a powerful invitation:
"Be still, and know that I am God." (Psalm 46:10)
In this encouraging and faith-building message, Pastor Juan Espino explores Psalm 46 and reminds us that God is not distant from our struggles. He is our refuge, our strength, and our ever-present help in times of trouble.
Discover:
How to find peace when life feels out of control
Why God's presence is greater than your greatest fear
What it means to truly trust God in difficult seasons
How prayer transforms anxiety into peace
Why God remains faithful even when we feel weak and overwhelmed
But at the heart of this message is a life-changing truth:
The battle is not yours alone—God is fighting for you.
When fear rises, God remains your refuge.
When you are weak, God remains your strength.
When the world seems unstable, God remains in control.
If you are facing challenges, uncertainty, stress, or spiritual battles, this message will encourage you to stop striving, trust God's promises, and rest in His presence.
Listen now and discover the peace that comes from knowing the God who is greater than every storm.