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Wage A Winning War For Life

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Sep 15, 2006

We overcome life’s battles by relying on God not on ourselves

Thomas Constable wrote, “If we want to obey God... we are in for a struggle. It is not easy to become a mature Christian nor is it automatic. It takes diligent, sustained effort.” That’s why we need to know how to wage a winning war for life. Let us read Ephesians 6:10-13 together: Finally, be ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Came

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Dec 22, 2006

His coming was the plan of God, the proof of His love and the provision for our salvation.

I encourage you to watch The Nativity Story with your family or friends. Then, after the movie, you can share the good news of salvation to them. Again, God gave us an open door to share the Gospel at Hollywood ’s expense! Let me share with you the real score behind the nativity. Romans 5:6-10 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Pursuing Ahead

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jan 1, 2007

The main things that we are to keep the main thing in church

A blessed new year to all of you! Someone said, “The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing.” With the year 2007 ahead of us, let me remind you of the main thing that we are to pursue. Let us see how the early church did it in Acts 2:41-47... “Those who accepted his message were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Pursuing A Life That Matters

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jul 19, 2005

Its a challenge to live a life with impact.

This morning, I am challenging you to join us in a journey. A pursuit actually. Pursuing a life that matters. A life of impact. Life is full of decisions. Do you agree? But, do you know that the decisions that matter in life are not always earth-shaking? It’s our day to day decisions that either ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Your Work... Enjoy Or Endure

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jul 19, 2005

Christians should enjoy their work, not endure it.

Would you believe that most Filipinos are satisfied with their work? That is, if we believe the survey released last April by the SWS or the Social Weather Stations. A sampling of 1,200 persons nationwide revealed that our “job satisfaction is quite high, with 88% of all working adults saying they ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How To Pray For A Significant Life

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Nov 20, 2006

We can have a siginificant life by praying always, relying on the Spirit, appealing for others and yearning for God’s glory.

This morning, I believe millions of people, not only Filipinos and Mexicans but boxing fans all over the world, will be closely watching the final bout between Erik “El Terible” Morales and our very own Manny “PacMan” Pacquiao in the Thomas and Mack Arena, which is said to be the biggest show ever ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Wage A Winning War For Life Part 2

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 3, 2006

To overcome, we must live committed, consistent and confident lives

I read that it costs America $400,000 a year to keep one soldier there in Iraq. And this figure does not even include basic pay. That’s how much they spend per American soldier.[1] But that’s nothing compared to what God has done, is doing and will continue to do just to make sure we live ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Wage A Winning War For Life Part 3

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 16, 2006

To face the challenges of life, we are to live overcoming, optimistic and obedient lives.

Unless we are soldiers, we have no idea how intense a battle can get except by what we see on CNN. Let us watch a portion of the movie “Gladiator” by Russell Crowe so we can visualize the spiritual armor that God gave us. [Watch the opening battle scene in “Gladiator”] Your battles in life are as ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

The 7 Habits Of Highly Effective S.e.r.v.a.n.t Leader

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Jan 24, 2009

What should come to our mind when we think of servant leaders?

One of the songs we sang today is “Make Me a Servant.” I pray that that is our prayer. “Lord, make me a servant today.” Last time I preached, we saw that serving is a high calling. We are to lead different from this world. Jesus told us that, though the world seeks power leadership, we are to seek ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-43

Denomination: Baptist

Hands On! (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 16, 2009

Do your best with what you can while you can.

I remember the time when I was just getting active in the campus ministry when I was a college student. In our Bible study, I heard an announcement inviting people to join the leadership training. The word “leader” immediately caught my attention. In my mind, I see people following my lead. That ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10

Denomination: Baptist

Hands On! (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 22, 2009

When we do our best, we will enjoy God’s best.

Last week we studied Ecclesiastes 9:10. “Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might”.[1] We saw what is required of us. We are to do our best with what we can while we can. Now, as we continue our “Hands On!” series, we will see what our reward is when we do with all our might ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:24

Denomination: Baptist

Rekindling Our Passion Part 1 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 16, 2010

Our passion makes our performance more meaningful.

One day a man came home and surprised his wife with a bunch of beautiful roses! She was so thrilled. While she smelled the flowers, the man whispered to her ears, “A four-letter word is the reason why I bought these flowers.” His wife answered, “Is it L-O-V-E?” The man said, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Rekindling Our Passion Part 2 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 16, 2010

We rekindle our passion by a commitment to a high view of God, by the confession of our sins and by compliance with God’s calling.

An old woman complained to her husband that he is no longer passionate. She said, “When we were much younger, you used to embrace me a lot.” The old man sat beside his wife and put his arms around her. Not satisfied, she sighed. “Many years ago, you used to kiss me on the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Passionate Pursuit Part 1 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Feb 16, 2010

Our spiritual growth is a pursuit worth pursuing passionately.

In his bestselling “Purpose-Driven Life,” Rick Warren wrote, “If I asked you how you picture life, what image would come to your mind? That image is your life metaphor. It’s your description of how life works and what you expect from it. It determines your expectations, your values, your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Will The Real Christ Please Stand Up? Part 2 Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Nov 23, 2009

If we really value Jesus Christ, we will value what He values.

The last time I spoke we saw that what we believe about Jesus Christ is the most important thing about us. How we VIEW Jesus Christ determine how we VALUE Him. Our response to our Lord depends upon our relationship with Him. Now, how do we show our value for Him? Let us read 2 Corinthians 5:14-15. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

Denomination: Baptist