Common Ground

21/02/2026

"Our God is sovereign over our wilderness and darkness seasons.”

This is the tension of faith:
what we see vs what is true.

There are seasons when life feels exactly like:
- You don’t know where to go next.
- You feel unnoticed.
- Prayers seem unanswered.
- The future looks dim and quiet.

The Bible calls these moments wilderness ... not just a place, but a season where God feels far… yet is actually closest.

Because sometimes faith is not moving forward bravely —
sometimes faith is simply standing and trusting God sees what you cannot.

Darkness does not mean God is absent.
Darkness often means God is working where sight cannot reach.

In Scripture, God repeatedly does His deepest work in the dark:
- Seeds grow underground
- Stars appear at night
- Jesus was buried before resurrection

Your unanswered season is not an abandoned season.
It is a forming season.

God rules not only over victories —
but over waiting, confusion, and silence.

The darkness is not in control.
God is.

Shalom!

15/02/2026

Pagod yarn?

Tara Hangout muna at the Upperroom.
Nagbabalik and Its FREE!

Join us this Friday, 5:00 PM onwards, for our Friday Hangout. Sa pagod mong linggo, Laro ang itapat mo!

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Kaya join us and let’s have fun at the Upper Room,Room 301, Hiraya Building, Urdaneta City, Pangasinan.

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14/02/2026

Yesterday was more than just a fellowship...it was a beautiful reminder that the light within us is still burning.

Through the powerful message shared by Pastor Jerico Arceo, our hearts were encouraged, our faith was strengthened, and our spirits were renewed.

A spark of faith.
A flame of hope.
A fire of love that no darkness can dim.

May the light that was ignited continue to shine in our lives every single day.

Christ be lifted.
Thank you Phinma Upang College Urdaneta for this partnership. See you at our next fellowship.

12/02/2026

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐉𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐬 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧! See you tomorrow, 3pm, at CB Mall Urdaneta.

10/02/2026

Let’s go NXA 🔥

𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐘, 𝐍𝐗𝐀! 🙌🏻

An afternoon of faith, fellowship, and fresh fire is coming your way!

Join us on February 13, 2026 | 3:00 PM at the CB Mall Events Center for a powerful gathering of worship, encouragement, and God-centered connection. We are excited to hear from Jericho Arceo, as he brings a timely and Spirit-filled message that will challenge, strengthen, and ignite our hearts for Christ.

This is more than just an event-it's a moment for our generation to encounter God, build meaningful community, and be reminded of the hope we carry in Him.

So bring your faith, your friends, and your energy-because God is about to move, and you don't want to miss it!

See you there, NXA!

05/02/2026

𝗡𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲

𝗜𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗮𝗵 𝟰𝟭:𝟭𝟬 (𝗡𝗜𝗩)

So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

There are moments when solitude feels heavy, when silence echoes our worries and the weight of being alone settles deep in the heart. Yet even in these quiet spaces, the Lord is always there. He does not merely watch from afar; He walks with you, carrying you through every season, every struggle, and every unseen battle.

God sees you in every single sigh the weary breaths, the unspoken prayers, the tears that never fall. Nothing escapes His loving gaze. When your strength runs out, His grace steps in. When your heart feels empty, His presence surrounds you.

You are wrapped in His love, held securely even when you feel most vulnerable. His grace is not distant or conditional; it is constant, steady, and sufficient. In moments of loneliness, remember this truth: you are never abandoned. You are known, seen, and deeply loved by a God who carries you always.

What worries or burdens are you carrying today? Take a moment to place them in God’s hands, trusting that He sees you and will carry you through.

Godbless you!

25/01/2026

𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮 𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗮𝗹; 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗚𝗼𝗱’𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝗶𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘀.

There are seasons when life feels like a platform;
you are not moving, yet you are not lost.

The delay can feel heavy.
Prayers seem unanswered.
Healing feels slow.

But God often works deepest in the waiting.
He restores what was wounded before releasing what was promised.

This pause is not rejection; it is preparation.
The train will come at the right time,
and when it does, you will step forward healed, ready, and renewed.

In Jesus, this is not the end of your story.
You are wounded, yes...
but you are not finished.

09/01/2026

In the middle of all the noise, the rushing crowds, and the feeling of being just another face in the world, it’s comforting to remember this truth: He still calls you by your name. Even when life feels overwhelming and you feel unseen, God knows exactly who you are. You’re not forgotten, not overlooked, and not lost in the crowd. While the world may pass by without noticing, He sees you, knows your story, and calls you personally.

And sometimes, that quiet reminder is all we need,to pause, breathe, and remember that we are deeply known and deeply loved.

Need someone to talk to? Or to strengthen your faith? Join us on Sunday at the Upperroom, 3:00pm.

See you!

04/12/2025

Join din tayo sa trend... but above all trends, making Jesus the center of it is what makes it meaningful and special!

See you on Sunday, 3:00 PM at the Upperroom!😗

08/11/2025

The world may label you with its own words; unworthy, broken, or not enough ... but God’s voice speaks louder. He calls you His beloved child.

When you feel lost or unsure of who you are, pause and listen to the Father’s gentle reminder: You are loved. You are chosen. You belong to Me. Let that truth shape your heart more than any opinion ever could.

Come this Sunday at the Upperroom,3:00 PM, and let’s be reminded together of who we truly are in His eyes.

SEE YAH!

23/10/2025

You may be in the crowd, but He never loses sight of you.

No matter where you stand, His eyes are always on you with love and purpose.

Sometimes we think we’re just another face in the multitude unseen, unheard, unnoticed. But God’s love is far too personal for that. He sees your silent battles, your quiet prayers, your small acts of faith that no one else notices. In His eyes, you are not one among many; you are His beloved, worth every glance and every grace.

Join us this Sunday, 3:00 PM at the Upper Room and let’s find peace in His presence, where being seen by Him means being truly known and deeply loved.

10/10/2025

Chosen, not denied.

Before the world ever named you, Heaven already did.

You were seen in the silence, loved in the waiting,
and handpicked for a purpose only you can fulfill.

This Sunday, come home to that truth ,
you’re not forgotten, you’re called.

We’ve reserved a seat for your story to unfold.

See you at 9:00 AM FAM!