Church of Jesus on Fire - Montalban

26/08/2026

Young People:
(Grade 7- Grade 10)
August 23, 2026
Topic: Obedience
The Sin of Achan

🎥🎬📽short film showing and study on the life of Achan in the Bible>

The sin of Achan is recorded in Joshua 7 and is one of the Bible's clearest examples of how hidden disobedience can affect an entire community.

What happened?

After the Israelites conquered Jericho, God gave a specific command: everything devoted to destruction was to be destroyed, and the valuable items (gold, silver, bronze, and iron) were to be dedicated to God's treasury. The people were forbidden from taking any plunder for themselves.

Achan, from the tribe of Judah, disobeyed. He secretly took:
A beautiful Babylonian robe,
200 shekels of silver,
A wedge of gold weighing 50 shekels,
and hid them under the floor of his tent (Joshua 7:20–21).

The consequences
Because of Achan's sin:
Israel was unexpectedly defeated in its next battle at Ai.
Thirty-six Israelite soldiers died.
God revealed that someone had broken His covenant.
Through a process of casting lots, Achan was identified.
After he confessed, the stolen items were recovered.
Achan, his possessions, and those associated with his household were taken to the Valley of Achor, where he was executed, and the stolen items were destroyed (Joshua 7:24–26). This demonstrated the seriousness of violating God's command under the covenant with Israel.

Why was his sin so serious?
Achan's sin involved several elements:
Disobedience to God's explicit command.
Greed and covetousness—he desired what God had forbidden.

Theft—he took what had been dedicated to God.

Deception—he concealed his actions instead of confessing them.

Spiritual lessons
Many Christians draw these lessons from Achan's story:
Sin often begins with temptation: "I saw... I coveted... I took..." (Joshua 7:21).
Hidden sin is not hidden from God.
Personal sin can have consequences for others.
Confession comes after exposure in Achan's case, but Scripture generally encourages voluntary repentance before judgment (e.g., 1 John 1:9).
The story emphasizes God's holiness and the importance of obedience, particularly during Israel's early entrance into the Promised Land when God was establishing the nation's covenant faithfulness.

26/08/2026

Homebuilders Couples Fellowship | August 16, 2026

Topic: Modeling Our Faith To Our Kids as Both a Sinner and a Believer
(Delving deeper into the life of Eli and his family)

The story of Eli and his sons, Hophni and Phinehas, in 1 Samuel 2–4 gives us several important lessons about family, leadership, and obedience to God.

1. We cannot ignore sin—even in our own family
Eli’s sons were priests, but they dishonored God through their sinful behavior. Eli knew about their wrongdoing and confronted them, but he did not take strong enough action to stop them (1 Samuel 2:22–25, 29).
Lesson: Love for our children should not mean tolerating or excusing wrong behavior. Biblical love includes correction and accountability.

2. Parents have a responsibility to guide and correct their children
God specifically rebuked Eli because he honored his sons above God (1 Samuel 2:29).
Lesson: Parents are called to teach their children God's ways, set boundaries, and correct them when necessary. We cannot make our children's choices for them, but we can faithfully guide them.

3. Spiritual position does not guarantee spiritual character
Hophni and Phinehas were priests, but their position did not make them faithful to God.
Lesson: Being part of a church, serving in ministry, or having a Christian family does not replace personal obedience to God. Each person must choose to honor Him.

4. Our influence affects others
Because Eli's sons were priests, their sinful behavior affected the people they were supposed to serve.
Lesson: Those who lead—whether in the family, church, or community—have a greater responsibility because others are watching their example.

5. God takes obedience seriously
God eventually judged Eli's household, showing that continued disobedience has consequences (1 Samuel 3:11–14; 4:10–18).
This isn't meant to teach us to live in fear, but to remind us that God's holiness and His commands should never be treated lightly.

6. We should honor God above everything—even our loved ones
One of the strongest lessons from Eli's family is found in God's words: Eli honored his sons above God (1 Samuel 2:29).
We can love our family deeply while still putting God first.

A simple takeaway:
A godly family is not simply a family that attends church together; it is a family that chooses to honor God through obedience, correction, accountability, and faithful example.
Eli's family reminds us that what we tolerate, what we model, and what we prioritize can have lasting consequences.

25/08/2026

Women's Fellowship | August 9, 2026
How a Woman's Every Day Shapes an Eternal Legacy

Psalms 78: 4-7

What you do every day matters for eternity.
Live with purpose. Love intentionally. Serve faithfully. Honor God in the ordinary, because even the smallest things done for Him can have an eternal impact

22/08/2026

THE POWER OF A LOVING CHURCH

What is a loving church?

A loving church loves people, stands firm in truth, and does not tolerate sin. It encourages fellowship, strengthens one another, and inspires everyone to remain devoted to Christ. It is a church where grace and truth go hand in hand, helping people grow closer to God and to one another.

A loving church becomes a powerful testimony—not because it is perfect, but because it reflects the love of a perfect Savior.

Read: Acts 2: 41-47

⏰️ Sunday, August 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM
⛪️ CJF Building
Speaker: Ptr. Arlene Dandasan

19/08/2026

FREEDOM DAY | August 1, 2026

Ang tunay na pinalaya ay malaya na kay Cristo sapagkat hindi na siya alipin ng kasalanan, takot, at mga bagay na naglalayo sa kanya sa Diyos.
Sa halip, namumuhay siya sa katotohanan, biyaya, at kalooban ni Cristo.

“Kaya kung palayain kayo ng Anak, tunay nga kayong malaya.” — Juan 8:36

16/08/2026

16/08/2026

BUILDING A LEGACY OF FAITH
Scripture teaches one generation shall praise thy works to another and this calls families to intentional discipleship.
Parents must teach Scripture diligently.
Faith grows through example.
Legacy is built through consistency.
God blesses faithful homes.
Generations are shaped by godly influence.
2 Timothy 1:5
"I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also." (NIV
� Sunday, August 16th, 2026 at 9:00 am
Speaker: Ptr. Rey Mag-atas

15/08/2026

BUILDING A LEGACY OF FAITH

Scripture teaches one generation shall praise thy works to another and this calls families to intentional discipleship.
Parents must teach Scripture diligently.
Faith grows through example.
Legacy is built through consistency.
God blesses faithful homes.
Generations are shaped by godly influence.

2 Timothy 1:5
"I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also." (NIV

⏰️ Sunday, August 16th, 2026 at 9:00 am
Speaker: Ptr. Rey Mag-atas

12/08/2026

Homebuilders Couples Fellowship

📌 Modeling Our Kids as Both a Sinner and a Believer
📌 Delving deeper into the life and family of Eli in the Bible

🗓 August 16. 2026
⏰️After Worship Service
⛪️ CJF Building

All parents are invited to join!
Listen well.
Be present.
Cooperate.
Be attentive.
Have a teachable heart.

08/08/2026

Patience is a critical aspect of our walk with God.
It is the evidence of the Holy Spirit's working.

Without patience we are lacking a key ingredient in our Christian character and have not become what God wants us to be

Galatians 5:22-23 NIV
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

Proverbs 14:29 NIV
Whoever is patient has great understanding, but one who is quick-tempered displays folly.

Join us on Sunday, August 9th, 2026 at 9:00 AM as Ptr. Ofel Diamante talks about "How to be a Patient Person."