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Faithful is the WordFrom Hosanna to Hallelujah: Shifting our Focus from what’s wrong to what’s right (Romans 5:1-11)In his sermon "From Hosanna to Hallelujah," Dr. Tito Sotolongo emphasizes the importance of shifting our focus from our problems to the transformative relationship we have with Christ. In this sermon we reflect on Palm Sunday, dealing with disappointment when things don’t go our way, while learning to celebrate God's unfailing love and grace in every circumstance that save us and shapes us.2025-04-1444 minFaithful is the WordLiving the Blessing: Experiencing God's Promises Now (Romans 5:1-2b)In his sermon, Dr. Tito Sotolongo emphasizes the built-in benefits of justification by faith as described in Romans 5:1-2b. He explains that with justification comes peace and access that enables Christians to learn how to enjoy eternal life today. Because of Christ, we have nothing to prove, as we owe everything to Him.2025-04-0745 minFaithful is the WordFlourishing Faith: Giving God the glory for the grace we got (Romans 4:17-25)In this sermon, Dr. Tito Sotolongo emphasizes that, like the Ghost Orchid that relies on its environment for survival, humans are designed to thrive through reliance on God's grace rather than their own strength. Drawing from Romans 4:17-25, he underscores that as Christians, grace allows us to live out our faith and share the Gospel, reflecting God's life-giving power in the world despite our limitations and regardless of opposition.2025-04-0143 minFaithful is the WordSigned, Sealed, Delivered: Finding Identity outside of Activity (Romans 4:9-16)Dr. Tito Sotolongo's sermon teaches that our identity should be based on faith in Jesus, not our actions or comparisons with others. He explains that Abraham's circumcision was a sign of his faith-based righteousness, illustrating that salvation comes from belief, not behavior. This grace is available to all, and believers are encouraged to obey God out of gratitude, not obligation, embracing their identity as God's children free from performance pressure.2025-03-2443 minFaithful is the WordFaithful is the Word of GodLearning to live for the Lord faithfully begins with learning to read His Word faithfully.
This sermon is based on Dr. Tito Sotolongo's dissertation.
Key Verses:
1 Tim 1:15, 3:1, 4:9
Titus 3:8
2 Timothy 2:11
Other Verses:
Matthew 7:21, 25:23
2 Thessalonians 3:3
Psalm 23
2 Tim 1:5-9, 2:8-14, 4:6-8, 16-182024-01-051h 06Faithful is the WordTreasure the Manger || Luke 2:8-19 || Tito SotolongoThere is so much more to the account that introduces Christ in the Gospel of Luke that helps us to appreciate the significance of Jesus' birth and why it still matters after all these years.2023-12-2643 minFaithful is the WordThe Connection Between Prayer and Praise || Rev 5:1-8 || Tito SotolongoIn this sermon, we conclude our year-long focus on prayer by looking to the end of the Bible to begin to pray faithfully.2023-12-201h 00Faithful is the WordPraying for Discernment || The Letters of the Apostle John || Tito SotolongoKnowing what to pray for and how to live has more to do with who you know than you think.2023-12-1157 minFaithful is the WordPersevering through prayer || Luke 21:34-38 || Tito SotolongoPraying has a lasting effect on those who practice it humbly, consistently, and according to God's Word. The ultimate result of praying in this way is meant to do something to us rather than give something to us.2023-11-2855 minFaithful is the WordPray for Purpose || Luke 10:1-24 || Tito SotolongoNot only did Jesus teach his followers to pray on purpose, but He told them to pray for their purpose. In this sermon, we examined a lesson that reveals God's basic purpose for the lives of His followers, which can be done in infinite ways.2023-11-221h 03Faithful is the WordThe Attitude of Prayer || Luke 6:20-49 || Tito SotolongoHow we pray says a lot about who we are. This week, we reflect on a teaching from Jesus that shows how Christians are to pray in the faith and practice their faith so that others can come to saving faith in Christ.2023-11-141h 03Faithful is the WordA House of Prayer for all || Matt. 21:12-17 || Tito SotolongoIn this message, we will examine one of Jesus' weirdest and most controversial acts to discuss how to process in prayer truths that are hard to hear.2023-11-0659 minFaithful is the WordHow to Pray About Tough Questions || Habakkuk 3:1-19 || Tito SotolongoContrary to popular belief, there are such things as stupid questions, especially when the right questions are asked in the wrong way. In today's sermon, we will see how to position our hearts in prayer when faced with hard questions about life.2023-10-1856 minFaithful is the WordPraying for the Peace of Jerusalem || Psalms 122:6, Genesis 16:1-14 || Tito SotolongoThe story of Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar not only helps us to understand the origins of the conflict in the Middle East, but it also helps us to understand the importance of persevering in prayer that is rooted in the revelation of Christ, who alone can resolve the conflict in our souls!2023-10-1857 minFaithful is the WordPain-Filled Prayers || Exodus 2:23-25, Luke 18:1-14 || Tito SotolongoIs it possible to lament and still love Jesus? In this sermon, we prayerfully consider how God's Word addresses the place where our feelings meet our faith.2023-10-021h 06Faithful is the WordPraying for Personal Revival || 2 Chronicles 7:14 || Tito SotolongoFor revival to spread throughout a nation, it must first overflow from within the Church, filled with people submitting themselves to God's Word and Will. In this message, we will learn how God's atonement addresses our abandonment when we repent and believe in Christ.2023-09-261h 08Faithful is the WordThe TRUE prayer of Jabez || 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 || Tito SotolongoThe prayer of Jabez became very popular in the early 2000s. Since then, many have used it to pray for personal blessings. In this sermon, we dive into the prayer of Jabez to learn what kind of personal blessings God wants us to pray for.2023-09-191h 11Faithful is the WordWrestling in Prayer || Genesis 32:6-32 || Tito SotolongoPraying can be a struggle if the person praying is unwilling to submit everything to the God they are praying to. Today's sermon will discuss why everyone wrestles with issues and how to fight those battles better.2023-09-1159 minFaithful is the WordA "better" prayer focus || Hebrews 8:1-6, 4:14-16, 11:6, 11:39-12:2 || Tito SotolongoWe need to be reminded daily of what we have in Christ so that we do not revert to old and unfruitful ways that promise us life but in the ends robs us of it.2023-09-061h 03Faithful is the WordSimon Says, "PRAY!" || 1 Peter 4:7-8 || Tito SotolongoThe Apostle Simon Peter understood that the point of prayer is not to get what you want, have God fix your problems, or so you can level up in the Spirit to do great things. At its foundation, praying is about learning to depend on God the more you know His character so that he can guard your mind and grow your faith.2023-08-291h 10Faithful is the WordPraying in the Spirit || Jude 1:20 || Tito SotolongoIn this sermon, we will learn to beware of what can tear down our faith and be aware of how to build ourselves up in the faith.2023-08-221h 08Faithful is the WordThe Effect of Prayer || James 5:13-20 || Tito Sotolongo"The prayer of a righteous person is very powerful in its effect." What did James mean when he said this in James 5:16? What does it take to be righteous, what kind of things can they do when they pray, and why are their prayers considered powerful? We will consider all this and more in this single sermon over the entire letter of James.2023-08-131h 12Faithful is the WordThe Goal of Prayer || 1 Timothy 1:5 || Tito SotolongoPraying with the wrong focus leads to unfortunate results. Today, we look at Paul's letters to Timothy to learn what the goal of prayer ought to be and how to practice it faithfully.2023-08-081h 02Faithful is the WordGood-For-Nothing Prayers || Titus 3:14 || Tito SotolongoThe purpose of prayer is to live a productive life in Christ. Today's message examines the pitfalls that would cause Christians to live a fruitless life instead of a fruit-filled one.2023-08-011h 07Faithful is the WordRefreshing Prayers || Philemon 4-7 || Tito SotolongoThere is a form of faith expressed in praying and participating that is refreshing to the soul. In this sermon, we look at how Paul's prayer for Philemon's participation in the faith could impact an entire community.2023-07-2359 minFaithful is the WordWatchful Prayers || Colossians 1:9-12 || Tito SotolongoJesus taught His followers to pray that God delivers us from evil, including evil teaching that can cause us to deny Christ or dethrone Him in our souls. We are looking at Paul's prayer to the Colossians to learn how we must also be watchful of what we are learning because it will impact how we live.2023-07-231h 16Faithful is the WordJoy-Full Prayers || Philippians 1:9-11 || Tito SotolongoFor many, praying is not fun. It can be awkward sometimes, especially if you don't know what you are doing. But the joy from praying isn't in the act but the object of our prayers. That is what we are going to uncover in this message.2023-06-281h 04Faithful is the WordHow to pray when you don't know what to say || Romans 8:26-28 || Tito SotolongoMany don't pray because they feel intimidated, especially in public. The truth is that prayer is so powerful and essential that God has done everything possible to remove every excuse why we shouldn't pray. That is the purpose of this message.2023-06-1956 minFaithful is the WordTruth for troubled hearts || Galatians 6:18 || Tito SotolongoOne of the worst trades that a Christian can make is to exchange their peace IN Christ for performance FOR Christ. When we sow this kind of truth and thinking, we reap a troubled heart that is never satisfied. The only answer is to turn to Jesus, for He is the only source of peace that is permanent despite our problems.2023-06-121h 01Faithful is the WordCourse Correct Christianity || 2 Thess 1:11-12 || Tito SotolongoPrayer is essential when following Christ, especially when we lose our way because of confusion. During those moments, we must remember where the source of our faithfulness lies.2023-05-2248 minFaithful is the WordCruise Control Christianity || 1 Thessalonians 3:10-13 || Tito SotolongoIt is getting harder to experience authentic life in Christ in a growingly artificial world. In this message, we see three things that Paul prayed that we need as well if we desire to experience authentic spiritual maturity. 2023-05-0959 minFaithful is the WordPainful Prayers || 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 || Tito SotolongoDifficulties can be blessings in disguise when we choose to TRUST in Christ in prayer, even despite present pain. That is the only way we can receive comfort for our souls.2023-04-2456 minFaithful is the WordGrounded in Grace || 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 || Tito SotolongoWe take things for granted when we become forgetful to be grateful. That is why Paul strived to guard his gratitude of heart towards God's grace towards him and others. Our prayers will have a great affect when they are grounded in gratefulness towards God's grace.2023-04-1756 minFaithful is the WordYou can REST because He is RISEN || John 19:30, Exodus 20:8-11, Hebrews 4:10, 13:20-21 || Tito SotolongoA lot of attention is usually given on Holy Week to the crucifixion and the resurrection because Jesus remained dead in between those moments. There is nothing to learn from that space, right? Pause and listen to what the silence in between both events has to say to us today.2023-04-1148 minFaithful is the WordForsaken but not Forgotten || Matt 27:45-46, 50, Psalm 22, 2 Cor 4:7-18 || Tito SotolongoMany have expressed feelings of being far from God. But no one experienced it the way Jesus did so that all who believe in Him will never have to. 2023-04-1144 minFaithful is the WordRaise your glass, it's time to praise! || Matt 26:36-46, Mark 14:32-42, Luke 22:39-46 || Tito SotolongoIn Jesus' most vulnerable moment during His prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, we are given a glimpse of something Christ had to face so that we would never have to. 2023-04-0453 minFaithful is the WordRise and Shine. It's time to pray! || Matt 26:36-46, Mark 14:32-42, Luke 22:39-46 || Tito SotolongoOn the night of Jesus' betrayal, the disciples learned an important lesson the hard way on the importance of prayer when it comes to responding to temptation. We must learn from their experience so that we can discover true hope and freedom in Christ today.2023-03-271h 01Faithful is the WordThe Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed (3/3) || John 17:20-26 || Tito SotolongoIn the final part of the greatest prayer ever prayed, Jesus exhibits a level of confidence that is meant to give us HOPE about tomorrow no matter what is happening today.2023-03-2756 minFaithful is the WordThe Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed (Part 2/3) || John 17:6-19 || Tito SotolongoIn part 2 of the greatest prayer ever prayed, Jesus, reveals what a Christian needs in order to fulfill God's purpose for their life.2023-03-271h 00
Faithful is the WordThe Greatest Prayer Ever Prayed (1/3) || John 17:1-5 || Tito SotolongoJohn 17 contains the longest and most profound prayer of Jesus that was ever recorded. This week, we examine it to see how Jesus' purpose speaks to our identity and purpose in life.2023-03-0657 minFaithful is the WordPerseverance in prayer || Matthew 6:13 & Luke 11:5-13 || Tito SotolongoFor many, prayer doesn't pay off because they don't understand that the true purpose of prayer can only be found when we persevere in it. To do that, we must never forget WHO is the God we are praying to. Consistency that is rooted in God's character is key!2023-02-271h 00Faithful is the WordA prayer for future needs || Matthew 6:13 & Luke 11:4b || Tito SotolongoTemptation and deliverance are so important for the life of a Christian that Jesus made sure to teach us to pray every day. Both are essential for experiencing continual revival and renewal!2023-02-201h 08Faithful is the WordA prayer for spiritual needs || Matthew 6:12 & Luke 11:4a || Tito SotolongoChristians have many spiritual needs, but Jesus made sure to teach how to pray for one specific need that can impact all the others. If we fail to pray and apply it sincerely, we end up far from God fast. When we do pray and apply it, we see God's hand move mightily!2023-02-1357 minFaithful is the WordA prayer for physical needs || Matthew 6:11 & Luke 11:3 || Tito SotolongoThe biggest problem that people have when they pray for God's will is that they have their own will which they would prefer. The reality is that the closer you hold on to your will the farther you end up from God's. That is why we must understand the cost that comes from wanting to live in God's will. Hint: It's worth the price.2023-02-0659 minFaithful is the WordA prayer for living in God's Will || Matthew 6:10b || Tito SotolongoThe biggest problem that people have when they pray for God's will is that they have their own will which they would prefer. The reality is that the closer you hold on to your will the farther you end up from God's. That is why we must understand the cost that comes from wanting to live in God's will. Hint: It's worth the price.2023-02-021h 01Faithful is the WordA prayer for mental health || Luke 11:2b & Matthew 6:10a || Tito SotolongoThe problem with our prayers is that they are more concerned with the things of this world versus the things of God. That is why praying for God's Kingdom to come is more important than you think. It has a great impact on our spiritual and mental health when we understand what the kingdom of God is and begin to pray for it to come!2023-01-2350 minFaithful is the WordThe most important prayer you are not praying || Luke 11:2 & Matthew 6:9 || Tito SotolongoA major problem people have when it comes to prayer is that many do not pray as they should. In this message, we are studying the first and most important thing we are supposed to pray for according to Jesus Himself.2023-01-1653 minFaithful is the WordThe most important habit you are not doing || Luke 11:1, Matthew 6:5-8 || Tito SotolongoSeries: How to pray like Jesus (1/14)
Pray is of the most associated habits for religious people. Yet it is also the most abandoned habit. Many don't pray because they believe it doesn't work. The reality is that many just don't understand how prayer works. In this message, we will explore how Jesus taught about prayer by showing us how NOT to pray when we pray.2023-01-1054 minFaithful is the WordTo be continued? || Acts 28:30-31 || Tito SotolongoWe all desire to be a part of something bigger than ourselves that changes the world. Well, today, we are going to discover how we can find our place in God's plan to restore the universe!2022-12-2049 minFaithful is the WordCake or Fake? (Bible Edition) || Acts 28:11-28 || Tito SotolongoHave you ever seen the videos titled "Cake or Fake"? They show the talents of some amazing bakers who make cakes that look like non-edible things. It's so lifelike it's hard to tell what is cake and what it not. In today's text, we are going to see what happens when we believe in the REAL truth claims of God and what happens when we choose what's FAKE.2022-12-1652 minFaithful is the WordOn God || Acts 28:1-10 || Tito SotolongoAs I've preached throughout the book of Acts, I have been amazed to see how God repurposes pain and difficulties. If we trust in God's Word like Paul did, we can see God repurpose our pain so that we can better point others to Jesus!2022-12-1652 minFaithful is the WordSurviving the storms || Acts 27:1-44 || Tito SotolongoThere are things in life that we can control, like ourselves. Outside of that, we are left to either react or respond. In today's message, we will see how the Holy Spirit empowered Paul to respond to a storm at sea to help us see something incredible about who God is.2022-12-1648 minFaithful is the WordWave your white flag || Acts 25:13-26:32 || Tito SotolongoIt's unfortunate how often you and I have to learn the hard way in life. Today, we are going to learn a lesson Paul learned the hard way to help us understand how to live in a better way.2022-11-2154 minFaithful is the WordRow your boat || Acts 25:1-12 || Tito SotolongoNewsflash: It's impossible to understand every detail of God's plan for your life. The real question ought to be, "Why?" Today, we are going to learn how Paul ended up in Rome so we can learn how we too can trust in God so that He can fulfill His purpose in our lives even when we only can understand a small part of it.2022-11-1549 minFaithful is the WordIgnoring the elephant in the soul || Acts 24:22-27 || Tito SotolongoPeople are good at pretending, especially when it comes to our ability to lie to ourselves and ignore addressing any form of darkness in our hearts. The sin that remains a secret makes us sick. We will look at one man's fatal flaw in the Bible who ignored the obvious, and I pray that we all learn not to repeat the same mistake.2022-11-0851 minFaithful is the WordLiving with a Clear Conscience || Acts 24:1-21 || Tito SotolongoKnowing the voice of God in Scripture is essential for battling the many lies that we hear daily. One source of deception tends to be our own conscience. At times it acts like a friend and at others like an enemy. Today, we are going to look at how to have a clear conscience before God and how that helps us to live for the Lord without regret!2022-11-0644 minFaithful is the WordCheer Up || Acts 22:30-23:1-5 || Tito SotolongoIt's hard to be joyful when you are not hopeful. And it's hard to be hopeful when we only settle for the kind of false hope that this world only offers. Today, we are going to review four times Jesus tells people to cheer up (have courage) which can still speak to us today.2022-10-1753 minFaithful is the WordInside Out || Acts 21:15-22:29 || Tito SotolongoHaving a heart for others is hard, especially when it comes to people who hurt you. This is what we are about to see as an example in Paul's life as he maintains a heart for unbelievers despite the hurt that they inflicted on him.2022-10-1000 minFaithful is the WordHow to REALLY hear God's voice (Pt.2) || Acts 21:1-14 || Tito SotolongoOne of the biggest questions Christians have is how to hear God's voice. In order to do that, you have to begin with understanding what you need to be listening for.2022-10-041h 22Faithful is the WordWhat REALLY is God's voice? || Acts 21:1-14 || Tito SotolongoOne of the biggest questions Christians have is how to hear God's voice. In order to do that, you have to begin with understanding what you need to be listening for.2022-09-291h 05Faithful is the WordEternal reward on investment || Acts 20:1-38 || Tito SotolongoThe phrase, "You get out what you put in" contains a lot of truth, especially when it comes to physical, mental, and spiritual health. What matters is not just what you put in but where you put it. In today's message, we look at how God designs to encourage those who are discouraged in a way to empower them to live with the right kind of confidence.2022-09-191h 00Faithful is the WordReforming Revival || Acts 19:21-41 || Pastor Tito SotolongoPeople are so dead inside that they are willing to do anything to just feel alive, even for a brief moment. Revival is when you experience God's life-giving hand in your life when you repent of your sins and receive Jesus as your Savior. Yet, there is a form of repeated revival that Christians can cultivate. In today's message, we are going to look at how to pursue Biblical revival that leads to a reforming life while avoiding the very thing that can quench that fire.2022-09-121h 02Faithful is the WordThe extraordinary in the ordinary || Acts 19:11-20 || Tito SotolongoPeople are always looking for the next big and exciting thing because we can get bored easily. The same happens even within the Christian faith. Today, we're going to be challenged not to seek the extraordinary work of God apart from the ordinary practices that God has actually commanded. The truth is that there is more to explore the further we go into God's Word and presence.2022-09-051h 04Faithful is the WordAll In || Acts 19:1-10 || Pastor Tito SotolongoIn the book of Acts, Luke documents 4 different Pentecost experiences which confirmed an amazing reality regarding just who can be saved! In today's message, we are going to see what happened when a group of people who were waiting for the Savior found out what He had arrived & accomplished.2022-09-0456 minFaithful is the WordIncomplete & Incompetent || Acts 18:24-28 || Pastor Tito SotolongoMany of us have been told how incredible we are at some point in our lives. The hard truth is that regardless of how "incredible" you and I might be, we are all incomplete and incompetent without Christ. Today, we examine this claim as we search the Scriptures together.2022-08-2444 minFaithful is the WordExtra-Strength || Acts 18:18-23 || Tito SotolongoExtra-struggles in life require extra-strength that can only be found in the source of all life. In this sermon, we examine God's Word to learn how to be strengthened in the middle of our struggles and what God wants us to do with it.2022-08-1554 minFaithful is the WordThe how and why to trusting in God's Word || Acts 18:1-17 || Tito SotolongoIs the Bible reliable? Can we trust what is written and who wrote it? These are questions that people have wrestled with for generations and it is a question that you must arrive at your own conclusion. If you can trust what was written then you can trust the God who is risen! Today, we will look at a text that helps us to see that God's Word, and God Himself, it trust worthy.2022-08-1052 minFaithful is the WordThe how and why to share God's Word || Acts 17:16-34 || Tito SotolongoIt's one thing to read the Bible. It's something else talking about it. In today's message we will learn what obstacles that keeps us from sharing the Good News and growing in it.2022-08-0352 minFaithful is the WordThe how and why to reading the Bible || Acts 17:10-15 || Tito SotolongoWhy is the Bible so boring? Why is it so hard to understand? This is going to be our focus today as we not only look inside of the Bible but also inside of ourselves to understand why the Bible is hard to understand and live by.2022-07-261h 01
Faithful is the WordJesus as Reigning & Returning King || Acts 17:1-9 || Tito SotolongoWhat we think about we live out. That is why it is important to be aware of the truth we believe in so that we can be transformed to live with and for the Lord. Out of anything we can think about, what we think about Jesus matters most.2022-07-2052 minFaithful is the WordHope for the holding pattern || Acts 16:16-40 || Tito SotolongoIn life, we have to deal with curve balls, but if we have Christ we have all that we need to deal with distractions and difficulties, no matter how dark the circumstances.2022-07-1452 minFaithful is the WordResurrected to Respond || Acts 16:6-15 || Tito SotolongoIs it possible to know the Will of God without having to hear the voice of God through dreams, prophecies, and other signs? The short answer is, "YES!" How that is possible is the content of today's message.2022-07-031h 03Faithful is the WordChristian Accommodation not Compromise || Acts 16:1-5 || Tito SotolongoThe timeless message of Jesus needs to be applied in timely ways. This can be difficult for some Christians because they are unsure how to live in today's culture in an effective way. In this message, we learn some basic principles on how to accommodate how we live by faith by avoiding compromising our faith.2022-06-2950 minFaithful is the WordThe Good News of new beginnings || Acts 15:36-41 || Tito SotolongoLife is full of tension and transitions. Praise God that boy His grace we can navigate both in ways that can help us to fulfill God's purpose for our lives. In today's message, we are going to see how God did this through Paul, Barnabas, and John-Mark.2022-06-1541 minFaithful is the WordSaved by grace to live by grace || Acts 15:1-34 || Tito SotolongoThere is a reason why the song "Amazing Grace" is too inspiring and timeless. Yet, no words can accurately describe how amazing God's grace is. Despite our limitations, it is possible to grow in our understanding. In today's message, we see how we are saved by God's grace and how we are called to live by God's grace, especially when addressing the common questions people have about what Christians can and can't do.2022-06-0656 minFaithful is the WordHard hearts produce hard times || Acts 13-14 || Tito SotolongoPaul's first missionary journey is meant to introduce the third and final section of the book of Acts which shows God fulfilling His promises through His people despite them facing great opposition, so that believers experience the same results. Other topics focus on why God allows suffering in the world today and what can we do in response to it.2022-06-0153 minFaithful is the WordThree strikes towards spiritual growth || Acts 12:20-25 || Tito SotolongoVance Havner once said, "The same sun melts ice and hardens clay, and the Word of God humbles or hardens the human heart." The Truth of God hits us all the same. The result is dependent on how we respond to it. In today's message, we look at what it looks like to humble ourselves to avoid resisting God due to our pride.2022-05-2754 minFaithful is the WordStretching your spiritual muscles || Acts 12:1-19 || Tito SotolongoIt is wise to expect the unexpected because it is a normal part of life. What matters is whether we respond or react to moments like this. We can prepare for the unexpected by learning to develop our spiritual muscle memory through certain disciplines which will help us to respond with wisdom and void reacting foolishly, especially when times are tough.2022-05-1853 minFaithful is the WordExperience the overflow of faith || Acts 11:19-30 || Tito SotolongoThere are many Christians who wonder what they must do in order to grow and mature in their faith. In today's message, we will discover principles that helped the Church in Antioch grow in the faith that we can apply today.2022-05-1353 minFaithful is the WordDebating Christian Perfectionism || Acts 11:1-3 || Tito SotolongoSince the beginning of the church's history, there have been debates regarding what Christians should and shouldn't look like. In today's message, we will examine the first debate on this issue to learn how to enjoy the process of eternal life while avoiding the dangers of perfectionism.2022-05-1354 minFaithful is the WordGet up, kill, and eat || Acts 9:43-10:48 || Tito SotolongoPeter received a strange vision one day which pointed to God's purpose on who can be saved and who are Christians called to love. In today's message, we are going to see God’s master rescue plan fully unleashed on the world and what that means for us today.2022-04-2956 minFaithful is the WordAre you sure that you are saved? || Acts 9:36-42 || Tito SotolongoThe quiet thing that few want to say out loud in the Church is that many doubt their own salvation. Is it possible to know if we are saved? How can we be sure? In today's message, we will examine Scripture to find the answers to these questions.
All Biblical references: Acts 9:36-42, Romans 3:10, 3:23-24, 5:8, 10:9-11; Titus 2:11-14 Ephesians 2:4-5, 9; 2 Corinthians 13:5; 1 John 5:13; 2 Peter 1:1-112022-04-1948 minFaithful is the WordPromises for those who are paralyzed || Acts 9:32-35 || 1 Peter 2:24 || Tito SotolongoThroughout life, there are many instances in which we may experience a level of trauma that changes us from that moment on. Many are unaware if there is hope and if things will get better. In today's message, we are going to encounter an incredible God that is able to reverse the irreversible, and who has the power to even alter what appears to be permanent. For by His wounds, we are healed!2022-04-1248 minFaithful is the WordProgressing in the Fear of the Lord || Acts 9:31 || Tito SotolongoWe all understand the importance of tracking our progress in different areas of life. Employees sometimes have to go through periodic evaluations. Students have progress reports and end-of-the-year report cards. Adults have different medical milestones that must be observed. Also, people like to track their progress regarding personal goals.2022-03-2946 minFaithful is the WordKiller Kindness || Acts 9:1-30 || Tito SotolongoJesus would repeatedly teach and model how the Kingdom of God differed from the ways of this world that we have come to know. As we explore the conversion story of Saul, who would later become the Apostle Paul, we see how radical and counter-cultural the Kingdom of God is, especially when we consider how Jesus responds to His enemies.2022-03-2943 minFaithful is the WordLiving a fruitful life || Acts 8:1-40 || Tito SotolongoWe all mark moments in history, and even in our own history, that played major roles in shaping the world or ourselves. Today, we are going to look at a historic day in human history that not only launched the worldwide spread of the Gospel but also reveals how we can live a fruitful life today.2022-03-1653 minFaithful is the WordBe grateful because God is faithful || Acts 5:12-7:60 || Tito SotolongoThe short story of Stephen's life and death was not only a turning point in the book of Acts and in the history of the Church, but it can be a turning point in your life when you stop resisting the Holy Spirit so that you can see how kind Jesus has always been to you!2022-03-0144 minFaithful is the WordDon't Hold Back || Acts 4:32-5:11 || Tito SotolongoBarnabas, Ananias, and Sapphira's stories help us learn a very important principle about honesty before the Lord. In it, we will also discover a plan from the enemy to keep us from growing in our faith and living a fruitful life.2022-02-2242 minFaithful is the WordThe dangers of living in denial towards God || Acts 4:13-22 || Tito SotolongoIt's one thing to be ignorant of information. It's another thing to actively suppress information. The strategy of the enemy is to keep you living in denial of the power of God and the Gospel. Once we stop believing the lies that we tell ourselves, we will begin to learn to live when we receive the Truth of God by faith.2022-02-0747 minFaithful is the WordWhen ignorance isn't bliss || Acts 3:1-4:12 || Tito SotolongoA blissful ignorance is when we are unaware of unimportant things. The most important thing we must not be ignorant of is the Truth of God and the Gospel of Jesus which offers us something more valuable than anything this world has to offer. The point of this message is to confront our ignorance so that we can experience the powerful love of God.2022-01-3044 minFaithful is the WordSeeing the supernatural through the simple || Acts 2:42-47 || Tito SotolongoMany Christians today are searching to better understand how to follow through with their faith. What should they do? How should they live? How do they know they are saved. The answer to these questions, and many more, are found through one word and through one image.2022-01-2350 minFaithful is the WordDon't take for granted what Jesus grants us || Acts 2:22-41 || Tito SotolongoIn part two of his sermon on the Day of Pentecost, the Apostle Peter makes a powerful appeal to his audience and to us today to understand and experience all that Jesus has made possible through his life, death, and resurrection.2022-01-2151 minFaithful is the WordA divine window of opportunity || Acts 2:1-21 || Tito SotolongoThere are opportunities that come and go while others only come once in a lifetime. In today's message, we will reflect on the divine window that has been opened that we must maximize before it closes.2022-01-091h 06Faithful is the WordNew Beginnings || Acts 1:1-26 || Tito SotolongoLet's take time at the beginning of a new year to reflect on the glorious truth of the impact that the Gospel of Jesus has had and should continue to have on us. In today's sermon, we will discover the one thing, if accomplished, that will make 2022 a successful year.2022-01-0346 minFaithful is the WordSimeon's Christmas Song || Luke 2:25-35 || Tito SotolongoThere is an important person in the Christmas story that is regularly overlooked. Today, we look at Simeon's role in the Christmas story and why it matters today.2021-12-2244 minFaithful is the WordThe dangers of flaky fasting || Matthew 6:16-18 || Tito SotolongoIn this Part 3 of a 3 part mini-series, we examine Jesus' warnings and teachings on fasting.
2021-12-2248 minFaithful is the WordThe dangers of prideful prayers || Matthew 6:5-15 || Tito SotolongoIn this Part 2 of a 3 part mini-series, we examine Jesus' warnings and teachings on the purpose of prayer.2021-12-2255 minFaithful is the WordThe dangers of greedy giving || Matthew 6:1-4 || Tito SotolongoIn this Part 1 of a 3 part mini-series, we examine Jesus' warnings and teachings on the heart of generosity.2021-12-0349 minFaithful is the WordWhy we should be grateful for God's Word || 2 Timothy 3:13-17 || Pastor Tito SotolongoThe study of the Bible is a foundational spiritual discipline that produces phenomenal results. Yet, many don't experience that due to a faulty way of viewing God's Word and reading it. Today, we focus on the purpose of the Bible, why you should read it daily, and how to do so, so that you may know God personally.2021-11-2244 minFaithful is the WordThe tale of two covenantsThis series focuses on how to read the Bible and understand that God reveals his will and desires for humankind through each specific section of the Bible.
This week, Pastor Tito talks about why the Bible is divided into the OLD & NEW Testament and why they both matter for our faith today!
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