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God’s Benediction (Deuteronomy 18:15-19 and Ephesians 1:1-2)
Sermon Outline Introduction Our preaching for this morning focuses on first two verses from the 1st chapter of Paul’s letter to the Ephesian believers. It
The Discipline of God’s People (Ezekiel 34:11 16 and Hebrews 12:1 12)
Introduction How we persevere in the end? What is the relationship of our union with Christ with his benefits? How does God sanctify his people? What
The People of God Justified By Faith Until the End (Genesis 22:1-19; Hebrews 11:13-16)
Introduction How does a believer live by faith? It is easy to say we believe God and his Word when his providence allows to live
The Great High Priest and His Holy Congregation (Hebrews 10:11-14 and Jeremiah 31:33-34)
Introduction When I first heard from our elders about FRC Shopping Mall’s sudden decision to cancel our monthly rental agreement, I was shocked. I was at the
Biblical Qualifications for Men in Office (Deuteronomy 17:14-20 and 1 Tim 3:1-7) – Part 1
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction I remember being asked years ago what it means to be “biblical”. The term has been tossed haphazardly nowadays and
Biblical Qualifications for Men in Office (Deuteronomy 17:14-20 and 1 Tim 3:1-7) – Part 2
by Rev. Lance Filio Introduction Nobody wants to receive discipline. I remember growing up, whenever we are being disciplined by older people in the church,
Our Great Salvation (Psalms 8 and Hebrews 2)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction There is an old game in the newspaper magazine I’ve enjoyed playing when I was young. A popular cartoonist named
Christ is the Lord of Sabbath (Exodus 31:12-18 at Hebrews 4:1-11; Mark 2:23-28)
By Rev. Lance Filio The Sign of Rest When summer comes, the change in season is most welcome. The summer heat prompts
Christ is Better (Psalms 110 and Hebrews 1:1-2)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction Growing up, my parents restricted my lifestyle. So I learned to live within the means. Because of our small family
Growing An Ordinary Church (Isaiah 28:14-16 at Matthew 16:13-25)
Introduction The story is not mine to tell. But it fits well to illustrate our theme this afternoon so I will use it. Two months
Know Why We Believe in Christianity Alone (Isaiah 45:5-6 and John 14:6-7)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction Religious talk in group discussion makes people nervous. I remember eating dinner with colleagues when a debate about religion ensued. Suddenly,
Know Why We Believe in Jesus (Psalms 24:7-10 and Revelation 5:11-14)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction We have come now to the most crucial question in the Christian belief system and it is the identity of
Life in Gratitude to God (Psalms 106:1-3 and James 2:14-26)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction Filipinos are well-known for their positive and negative traits. Positively, we are considered to be hospitable, fun-loving and caring people.
“Know Why We Believe in God” (Isaiah 55:8-9 and 1 Peter 3:15)
by Rev. Lance Filio Introduction Finally, the president made some concessions in his controversial speeches about religion. He admitted in public that he does believe
Know Why We Believe in the Bible (Psalms 119:105 and 1 John 1:1-5)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction The president once again puts religion on center stage when he asked his audience to prove the existence of God
Know Why We Believe (Isaiah 55:8-9 and 1 Peter 3:15)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction Religion took the center stage in the Philippines when the President made a blasphemous remark against God. Duterte called
Biblical Overseers (Numbers 11:16-17 and Acts 20:28)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction I was elected and appointed as the head of the elders of my home church before I answered the
The Work of an Overseer (Isaiah 40:9-11 and John 10:11-18)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction I grew up in the church without having any real experience of formal guidance from an office-bearer. Except the parenting
Our Mystical Union with Christ (Song 2:16; Ephesians 3:32)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction Last night, I had a very unusual dream. I dreamed that I was studying for a sermon and the
Death and the Death of Christ (Ecclesiastes 7:2 and Romans 5:6-11)
By Rev. Lance Filio Introduction According to the wisdom from King Solomon: “It is better to go to the house of mourning than to go
Lord’s Day 12: Christ and the Christian (Isaiah 61:1 and Romans 12:1)
As Prophet, Christ fully revealed God to us; as Priest, Christ reconciled us to God through his sacrifice; and as King, Christ ruled over
Esther: Hidden, Silent Providence
Genesis 50:20; Esther 1:1-22; Hebrews 1:3; Romans 8:28; Acts 2:23; Acts 14:16; HC 27 & 28 February 4, 2018 ● Download this sermon (PDF)
The Christ-Child Fulfills the Law
Jesus was Joseph’s and Mary’s firstborn son, and he had to be redeemed with a sacrifice, “as it is written in the Law of
Ang Mabuting Araw ni Haring Abram
Rev. Lance Filio• May 1, 2016 Dito makikita natin sa larawan ni Abraham ang katunayan kay Kristo na ating Hari at Tagapagligtas. Hindi alintana ang kapahamakang
Kuwarta o Kahon?
Rev. Lance Filio• April 17, 2016 Kuwarta o Kahon? Ang ating mga pagpili o mga desisyon natin sa buhay ay nagpapakilala kung sino tayo at kung
