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03/09/2026

IDOLS IN THE HEART

“Repent, Turn Away, and Return to God”

Text: Ezekiel 14:1–8

Church, sometimes we think of an idol as something we can see—an image, a statue, or something people worship.

But in Ezekiel 14, God reveals something deeper: an idol can live in the heart.

The elders came before Ezekiel, but God saw what people could not see. He said:

“These men have set up their idols in their hearts and put wicked stumbling blocks before their faces.”
— Ezekiel 14:3

They were physically coming before the prophet, but their hearts were not fully surrendered to God.

That is a warning for us today.

We can come to church, worship, pray, serve, and even know Scripture—and yet there can still be something in our hearts that has taken God’s place.

1. God sees what is hidden in the heart

People see our appearance, but God sees our hearts.

We may be able to hide things from people, but nothing is hidden from God.

An idol is anything we allow to become more important than God—something we trust more, desire more, fear more, or refuse to surrender to Him.

It can be money.

It can be a relationship.

It can be our dreams.

It can be our reputation.

It can be pleasure, lust, pride, bitterness, control, success—or even ourselves.

The question is not only:

“What am I worshiping?”

The deeper question is:

“What has my heart?”

2. Idols become stumbling blocks

God said they had placed “stumbling blocks before their faces.”

An idol doesn’t remain in the heart. Eventually, it affects our decisions.

What controls the heart eventually influences our walk.

Something that begins as a desire can become a dependency.

Something we once controlled can eventually control us.

And what we refuse to surrender to God can become the very thing that causes us to stumble.

That’s why God doesn’t simply expose the idol—He calls us to remove it.

3. God calls us to genuine repentance

Ezekiel 14:6 says:

“Repent! Turn away from your idols and renounce all your detestable practices.”

Notice that God doesn’t say, “Feel bad about it.”

He says:

Repent. Turn. Renounce.

Repentance means we change direction.

We don’t make excuses for sin.

We don’t protect what God is asking us to surrender.

We don’t say, “This is just who I am.”

We say:

“Lord, this does not belong in my life. I surrender it to You.”

There are things God may be asking us to let go of today.

Some relationships.

Some habits.

Some secret sins.

Some attitudes.

Some ambitions.

Some things we’ve allowed to become more important than our relationship with God.

And sometimes repentance means saying:

“Lord, I don’t want anything in my heart that competes with You.”

4. Renounce what God has told you to leave

To renounce means to reject and turn away from something.

We cannot ask God to remove an idol while continually holding onto it.

We cannot say, “Jesus is Lord,” while deliberately allowing something else to rule our hearts.

God is not looking for divided devotion.

He wants our whole heart.

Jesus said:

“You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.”
— Matthew 22:37

Not part of our heart.

All of it.

Today, let us allow God to search us.

Maybe the Holy Spirit is revealing something right now.

Don’t resist Him.

Don’t justify it.

Don’t hide it.

Bring it into the light.

Say:

“Lord, search my heart.”

“Show me my idols.”

“Show me my stumbling blocks.”

“Give me the grace to repent.”

“I turn away from what has taken Your place.”

“I renounce what is displeasing to You.”

And most importantly:

“Jesus, You alone will be Lord of my heart.”

Church, God does not expose our idols to condemn us.

He exposes them so He can set us free.

His call is not simply:

“Remove the idol.”

His call is:

“Return to Me.”

So today, let us repent.

Let us turn.

Let us renounce.

And let us return to the Lord with a whole heart.

No more divided hearts.
No more hidden idols.
No more stumbling blocks.

Jesus deserves all of us.
God bless the brethren

03/09/2026

Sometimes faith is tested when our circumstances don't match our expectations.

John expected the Messiah to bring judgment and establish His kingdom. But Jesus was also showing mercy, healing, salvation, and grace.

God may not work according to our expectations, but that doesn't mean He is not working.

03/09/2026

22/08/2026

A Reminder to All brothers and sisters in Christ.

“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity… Be filled with the Spirit… always giving thanks to God the Father for everything.” — Ephesians 5:15–20

Mga igsoon, this is a reminder for every believer: be careful how we live. We are living in a world full of distractions, temptations, and things that can slowly pull our hearts away from God.

Paul reminds us to walk wisely, redeem our time, and understand the will of the Lord. Dili nato usikan ang panahon nga gihatag sa Ginoo. Every day is an opportunity to honor Him, serve Him, and grow in our relationship with Him.

And most importantly, “Be filled with the Spirit.” Dili lang ta mahimong believers by name; we are called to live every day under the influence and direction of the Holy Spirit.

Let us also cultivate a heart of worship, thanksgiving, and gratitude. Bisan unsa ang atong kahimtang, naa gihapon tay rason sa pagpasalamat because God is faithful.

Church, let us examine our walk. Are we walking wisely? Are we using our time for God? Are we allowing the Holy Spirit to lead us? And are we still thankful?

🙏 Tomorrow is Sunday! Let us gather together in the house of the Lord. Come with a prepared heart, ready to worship, hear His Word, fellowship with His people, and be filled again by His Spirit.

Ayaw pag-inusara sa imong spiritual journey. See you tomorrow in Sunday Service! Let us worship the Lord together! ❤️‍🔥

“Be filled with the Spirit.” — Ephesians 5:18

01/08/2026

Jeremiah 48:7 KJV

01/08/2026

Jeremiah 48
“Where is your confidence placed?”

Sa Jeremiah 48, ang Ginoo nagdala ug judgment sa Moab because they became proud. They trusted in their wealth, achievements, and own strength instead of trusting God.

“Because you trusted in your works and your treasures, you also shall be taken.” — Jeremiah 48:7

This is a strong reminder for all of us today.

Usahay dili nato mabantayan nga mas dako na atong confidence sa atong trabaho, negosyo, skills, savings, o plans kaysa sa Ginoo. We become so busy building our own lives that we slowly neglect the One who gave us life.

Ang greatest danger is not being poor or having problems. The greatest danger is having everything except a close relationship with God.

Jeremiah 48 reminds us that God is holy. He will not ignore pride, compromise, and rebellion. But at the same time, He is full of mercy for those who humble themselves and return to Him.

Maybe you’ve been tired, discouraged, disappointed, or busy this week. Basin naa kay mga battles nga wala kabalo ang uban. But don’t let those struggles keep you away from God’s presence.

Tomorrow is not just another Sunday. It is another opportunity to encounter God, hear His voice, receive His grace, and be strengthened by His Word.

If the enemy cannot stop you from believing, he will try to keep you too busy to worship. Don’t let anything steal your appointment with God.

As Hebrews 10:25 reminds us:

“Let us not neglect meeting together… but encourage one another.”

Church is not just a place we go. It is where God restores hearts, strengthens faith, corrects our direction, and reminds us that we are never alone.

So tomorrow, bring your family, invite a friend, and come with an expectant heart. God may have a word that will change your life, answer your prayers, or give you the strength you’ve been praying for.

Let’s worship together. Let’s seek God together. Let’s grow together.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding us through Jeremiah 48 that our security is never found in ourselves but in You alone. Forgive us for the times we have relied more on our own strength than on Your grace. Humble our hearts and draw us back into Your presence. Prepare every family, every believer, and even those who have been away from church for a long time. Remove every distraction and every obstacle that would keep us from worshiping You tomorrow. Fill our church with Your presence, bring repentance, healing, encouragement, and renewed passion for You. We come expecting You to move because You are a faithful God. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

See you tomorrow in the House of the Lord! Come not because it’s a routine, but because Jesus is worthy of our worship, and every time we gather in His presence, He changes lives.
Gidaug na sa Dios ang imong kahimtang!!! Kita ta ugma!

31/07/2026

Jeremiah 46 – When God Shakes What We Trust

There are times when God allows the things we depend on to be shaken—not to destroy us, but to remind us that He alone is our refuge. In Jeremiah 46, Egypt was a powerful nation. They had a mighty army, influential leaders, and worldly security. Yet when God spoke, none of these could stand against Him.

How often are we like Egypt? We trust our own strength, our plans, our finances, our abilities, or even our ministries more than we trust God. We say we trust the Lord, but when trials come, our first response is worry rather than prayer. God lovingly exposes whatever has taken His rightful place in our hearts.

Jeremiah 46 reminds us that no amount of human power can resist God’s will. Nations rise and fall, circumstances change, and people may disappoint us, but God remains sovereign over all. If God can humble mighty Egypt, He can also humble our pride and redirect our hearts back to Him.

Yet in the midst of judgment, God speaks words of comfort to His people:

“Do not be afraid, Jacob My servant, nor be dismayed, Israel! For behold, I will save you from afar…” (Jeremiah 46:27)

What a beautiful reminder! God’s discipline and God’s comfort often go hand in hand. He judges sin, but He preserves those who belong to Him. When everything around us feels uncertain, God’s promise remains certain—He will never abandon His people.

Today, let us ask ourselves:

* What am I trusting more than God?
* Have I become proud because of my own accomplishments?
* Am I depending on my own understanding instead of seeking His will?

The Lord is calling us back—not merely to religious activities, but to wholehearted dependence upon Him. Let us humble ourselves before the Lord while His mercy is extended to us. It is far better to bow willingly before God than to be humbled by our own pride.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, forgive us for the times we have trusted in our own strength more than in You. Search our hearts and reveal anything that has become an idol in our lives. Teach us to walk humbly before You and to depend upon Your grace daily. When trials come, help us to remember that You are sovereign and faithful. Thank You that Your promises remain true and that You are our refuge and salvation. May our confidence rest not in what we have, but in who You are. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

31/07/2026

Jeremiah 47 – God Sees, God Judges, God Calls Us to Repentance

In Jeremiah 47, God pronounces judgment upon the Philistines. What seemed like an unstoppable flood was coming upon them, and no one could escape it. This chapter reminds us that God is neither blind to evil nor indifferent to injustice. He sees the pride of nations, the violence of men, and the rebellion of hearts.

Many people today live as though there will never be a day of accountability. We become comfortable with compromise, justify our disobedience, and refuse to listen when God lovingly warns us through His Word. Yet Jeremiah 47 reminds us that God’s warnings are acts of mercy. Before judgment comes, He speaks. Before discipline comes, He calls us to repentance.

Perhaps the greatest danger for believers is not open rebellion but a hardened heart—a heart that hears God’s voice repeatedly yet refuses to obey. We may faithfully attend church, sing worship songs, and serve in ministry, but still ignore the areas of our lives that God is asking us to surrender.

The Lord is asking us today:

* Is there bitterness that we refuse to let go?
* Have we become indifferent to the conviction of the Holy Spirit?
* Are we listening only to what we want to hear rather than what God is truly saying?

God’s sword in Jeremiah 47 was appointed for a purpose. Likewise, God’s discipline in our lives is never meaningless. He disciplines those He loves so that we may share in His holiness and return to Him wholeheartedly.

The beautiful truth of the gospel is that while God is holy and just, He is also merciful and gracious. His desire is not our destruction but our repentance. His warnings are invitations to return to Him while there is still time.

Let us not wait until circumstances force us to seek God. Let us humble ourselves today. A soft and repentant heart is always welcomed by the Father.

“Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts.” (Hebrews 3:15)

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for loving us enough to warn, correct, and discipline us when we go astray. Forgive us for the times we have ignored Your voice and chosen our own way. Remove every trace of pride, bitterness, and rebellion from our hearts. Give us ears that are quick to listen and hearts that are willing to obey. May we never become hardened by sin but remain sensitive to the leading of Your Spirit. Help us to walk in humility, repentance, and faithful obedience all the days of our lives. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

16/07/2026

21/06/2026

All glory to God! 🙌🌊

Today we celebrate those who obeyed Jesus through water baptism. Thank you, Lord, for these precious souls who publicly declared their faith in Christ. May they continue to walk faithfully in their new life with Him.

"Those who accepted his message were baptized." — Acts 2:41