Resurrection and Future Judgement

THE GOSPEL IN ISAIAH | RESURRECTION & JUDGEMENT | Isaiah 26: 16–21 |

Isaiah saw a bright future of God’s people entering the strong city, singing songs of salvation (vv. 1-12). Meanwhile, God’s people are praying in distress as they wait for these promises to become a reality. Even as Christians, life is not smooth sailing. There is distress in trials and sufferings, and also in our own failures, as we wait for God’s future deliverance. So in our passage, we see: a) The distress of failure. b) The promise of resurrection. a) The refuge from fury.

The Hard Sayings Of Jesus

Gospel Basics Series | The Hard Sayings of Jesus | John 6: 58-71

Jesus had a lot of hard sayings that caused people to grumble, quarrel, be offended, or even walk away. So why does Jesus, the most gracious person, have such hard sayings? To answer that question, here are 3 insights we’re going to see together:- a) The hard sayings that offend us. b) The Spirit who brings us to Christ. c) The words of Christ that satisfies us.

From Childish Ways To Maturity

Gospel Basics Series | From Childish Ways To Maturity | Cor. 13: 1-13 |

Each year in Japan, the love chapter is read in western style wedding chapels. But the reasons the apostle Paul wrote this chapter was far from romantic. So, from this chapter we’re going to see:- a) The noise that gains nothing. b) The love that bears all things. c) The love of Christ that matures us.

Defending The Gospel in Public

1 Peter ch. 3: 13- 22 | Exiles | Pastor Joey Zorina

In this episode, Peter is writing to Christians who feel the increasing pressure of opposition under the Roman Empire. Instead of cowering in fear, they were to prepare to make a defense of the gospel with courage and gentleness. So, follow along as we look at 3 insights:- (a) The heart that is prepared to honor Christ. (b) The righteous Sufferer who brings us to God. (c) The exalted Christ who works through us.

Christ Like Suffering As Exiles

Exiles | 1 Peter Series | Pastor Joey Zorina | ch. 2: 13- 25

In this episode, Peter shows how the exiles are to submit to their masters as servants. Do you find it easy or difficult to submit to your boss in the workplace? What should motivate Christians to submit to earthly masters? Follow along as we look at 3 insights from this passage:- a) The grace of submission to those above us. b) The example of Christ we are called to follow. c) The wounds of Christ that heals our sins.

Be The Church | Together As One Body

Be The Church | Together As One Body | 1 Cor. 12: 21-31 | Pastor Joey Zorina

As we start our 5 weeks series, we turn to 1 Cor. 12: 12- 31. Those who are united individually to Christ are called members of one body. And yet we see diversity of gifts and functions within one body. Follow along as we look at the 3 insights on being one body in Christ. In our passage, we see that: a) God chose us to be members of one body. b) God gives greater honor to the weaker members. c) God gives us different gifts in the body.

Gospel Self-Examination

2 Corinthians Series | Ch. 13: 1- 10 | Pastor Joey Zorina

In this episode of our series, we turn to the final chapter, where Paul talks about the importance of self-examination. What is the difference between Gospel self-examination and introspection? Follow along as we learn from 3 insights: a) The evidence that points to us. b) The test Jesus passed for us. c) The authority that builds us up.

Christ's Power in Our Weakness

In his episode of our series, we turn to the famous chapter 12, where Paul speaks of a thorn in the flesh and boasts in his weaknesses rather than in his strengths. Thorns are painful. Thorns make us ache and long for paradise. Thorns remind us of our weaknesses. But weaknesses make us dependent. Follow along as we look into 3 insights to unpack how Christ’s power is made perfect in our weaknesses. a) The experiences that make us proud. b) The thorns that keep us humble. c) The power of Christ perfected in us.

The Ultimate Commendation

2 Corinthians Series |. ch. 10: 9-18 | Pastor Joey Zorina |

In this episode of our series, the false teachers, who had come into Corinth, were looking down on Paul's physical appearances. They were commending themselves and comparing with one another, while seeking to take credit for Paul's labor. Follow along as we look into 3 insights to uncover how Paul undermines their surface level measurements! (a) Those who commend themselves. (b) Those who commend the gospel. (c) Those whom the Lord commends.

Captive To Obey Christ

2 Cor. 10: 1-8 | Captive To Obey Christ | By Pastor Joey Zorina

In this episode of our series, we turn to ch. 10: 1-8, where Paul shifts his focus on the minority unrepentant group in Corinth. How does Paul use his spiritual authority? How does this approach different from how people use authority in the world? When people oppose us, how do we respond? Follow along as we look into three insights to answer these questions: -

a) The gentle heart of Christ. b) The mind captive to obey Christ. c) The authority that comes from Christ.

The God Who Comforts The Downcast

2 Cor. 7: 2- 10 | The God Who Comforts The Downcast | Pastor Joey Zorina

Have you been discouraged lately? Have you known what it means to be downcast? In this episode of our series on 2 Corinthians, we turn to ch. 7 where Paul shows us that God is the ultimate source of comfort. Follow along as we look into 3 insights from this passage: a) The joy in the midst of our afflictions. b) The God who comforts the downcast. c) The godly grief that leads us to salvation.

The Yoke of Unbelievers

2 Corinthians 6: 14- 18 | The Yoke of Unbelievers | Pastor Joey Zorina

In this episode of our series, we turn to the famous verse, “Do not be unequally yoked with unbelievers.” Was Paul, primarily, talking about marriage? Does this text sound exclusive and narrow to modern sentiments? What did Paul mean by this verse? To answer that question, following along as we look into 3 insights: a) The yoke that believers do not share. b) The yoke of Christ that believers share c) The temple of God believers have become.

How God’s Grace Works!

2 Corinthians Series | ch. 6: 1-13 | Pastor Joey Zorina |

In this episode of our series, we turn to ch. 6: 1-13 where Paul says not to receive the grace of God in vain? Can you receive the grace of God in vain? To answer this question, follow along as we look into three insights from this passage: 1) God’s grace that works salvation in us. 2) God’s grace that works joyful endurance in us. 3) God’s grace that awakens affections for others.

Ambassadors For Christ

2 Corinthians Series | ch. 5: 18-21 | Pastor Joey Zorina

Do you wake up everyday with guilt and shame because you never measure up? At the cross, Christ was covered in our sin so that we would be covered in Christ’s righteousness. Clothed in Christ’ righteousness, we can now face the world as His ambassadors. Learn more as we look into 3 insights from this passage.

The Longing To Be Home At Last

The Longing To Be Home At Last | Pastor Joey Zorina | 2 Cor. 5: 1-10

In this episode of series, Paul shows us the longings of our heavenly home. The basic instinct of every human longing is to have a permanent home. But life on earth is a journey, where we stop at various intersections, until we reach our final destination. Follow along as we look at 3 insights from this passage:- a) The groanings of our earthly home. b)The guarantee of our heavenly home. c) The reward at the judgement seat.

Church Discipline | The Discipline of God's Costly Love

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Church Discipline: The Discipline of God's Grace

1 Corinthians 5: 1- 13 | Church Disciple: The Discipline of God's Grace | Pastor Joey Zorina |

What is church discipline? Many modern people struggle to understand church discipline because our definition of love does not fit with the text. Is church discipline loving and necessary? To answer that, follow along as we look into 3 insights from our text:- a) The sins that believers tolerate. b) The sins that Christ died for. c) The holiness that Christ works in us.

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Transformed From Glory To Glory

2 Corinthians Series | ch: 3: 7-18 | Pastor Joey Zorina |

How do people change? How do Christians make progress in their faith? In this episode, we turn to ch. 3: 7-18 where Paul says we are, unlike Moses who put a veil over his face, seeing the glory of Christ we are being transformed into His image. Follow along as we unpack with 3 insights: i) The unfading glory that exceeds the past. ii) The veil that Jesus has removed for us. iii) The glory of Christ that transforms us.

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The Living Letters of Christ

2 Corinthians Series | ch. 3: 1-6 | Pastor Joey Zorina

In this episode of our 2 Corinthians series, we looked into ch. 3: 1-6, where Paul says that the Corinthians are letters from Christ written not with ink but by the Spirit. Follow along as we look into 3 insights: i) The letters of recommendation known and read by all. ii) The ultimate commendation Jesus has written on our hearts. iii) The life-giving ministry Jesus has entrusted to us.

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Do You Smell Like Christ?

Corona And The Cross | 2 Corinthians Series | ch. 2: 12- 17 | Pastor Joey Zorina

In this episode, we raised a question, "What do Christians smell like?" From ch. 2: 12- 17, we learn what Paul means by aroma of Christ to God and how God spreads the fragrance of Christ through us. Follow along as we look into 3 insights: (i) The anxiety that comes when caring for others. (ii) The courage we find in the triumph of Christ (iii) The aroma of Christ that God spreads through us.

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