Knowing Jesus through the gospels-part 2 Mark 1:21-34 By Ysrael De la Cruz We began to journey through the gospel of Mark last week so we can get to know Jesus better. The four gospels (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) tell the story of Jesus and if you want to truly know Jesus, then it…
Knowing Jesus through the gospels. Mark 1:1, 14-20 By Ysrael De la Cruz A while back when I preached about the gospel of Jesus Christ, I mentioned the need for us Christians to truly know the content of the gospel since we live in a time in which there are so many false gospels and…
The gospel of Jesus Christ 1 Corinthians 15:1-11 By Ysrael De la Cruz Often in the Scriptures we are warned to watch out for false teaching; watch out for false gospels. It is essential even today for followers of Jesus to be acquainted with the teachings of the Bible so that we do not be…
The power of the Gospel. Rom.1:1-6, 14-17 By Ysrael De la Cruz As followers of Jesus, we need to be acquainted with the gospel; we need to know what it is and what it isn’t. In a shifting culture, it’s imperative that Jesus followers know the content of gospel; a word that appears over 75…
Favored by God! Luke 1:26-38 By Ysrael De la Cruz Some information tends to carry huge implications to our lives. Some news could change our lives drastically. The visit to the Dr, as you wait for the test results to find out you have a terminal disease. Sudden death of a loved one in a…
When Jesus becomes offensive! John 6:60-70 By: Ysrael De la Cruz When you examine the life of Jesus; especially his ministry during those three years, you will discover that he offended lots of people with his words and actions. When you read any of the gospel accounts (Matthew, Mark, Luke and John) you soon realize…
The power of the Gospel. (Rom.1:1-6, 14-17) By:Ysrael De la Cruz As followers of Jesus we need to be acquainted with the gospel; we need to know what it is and what it isn’t. In a shifting culture, it’s imperative that Jesus followers know the content of gospel; a word that appears over 75 times…
Tearing down walls John 4:1-30 By Ysrael De la Cruz In ancient times people build walls as means of protection; to prevent danger; to keep outsiders out. Walls or fences separate your property from your neighbor’s. They served as boundaries. It is good to have healthy boundaries. However, in our society people build walls of…
What’s your Response? Matt.2:1-12 By: Ysrael De la Cruz I hope and pray you had a great Christmas celebration. Just like people respond differently to Christmas, they also respond different to the good news of Jesus. When the angel announced to Mary that she would have a baby, she was, she responded with trust…
Good New amid chaos Genesis 3:15 By Ysrael De la Cruz Today is considered the 2nd Sunday of advent, a Sunday of preparation for the arrival of Christmas. Once Thanksgiving is over, many people start their preparation for Christmas; going to the stores you are reminded that Christmas is coming. Taking a walk in…
What is Truth? John 18:37-38 By Ysrael De la Cruz It was Denzel Washington who challenged journalist to tell the truth instead of doing their best to be first. “If you don’t watch the news, you’re uninformed. If you do watch it, you’re misinformed.” We all seek the truth; we want to know the truth…
The gospel is not good news without the resurrection of Jesus from the dead. It was a horrifying weekend for followers of Jesus. Their hopes and dreams were shattered by a cross on Friday afternoon. Jesus was the one they thought would restore the kingdom to Israel, their expected messiah; whom they did not expect would die; neither they expected him to rise from the dead. They thought everything ended with the death of Jesus.
