Elevated Life Ministerial Association

05/16/2025

My 5 Tips for Preparing a Sermon:
1. Pray First
Don’t just jump into study mode, ask the Holy Spirit to guide your thoughts from the beginning.
2. Let The Scripture Speak.
Before grabbing commentaries or usiing Google sit with the text. Let God’s Word speak to you before you speak on it.
3. Know Your People.
Shape the message to where your church is right now. A word in season hits different.
4. Tell a Story.
Jesus used parables for a reason stories stick. Don’t be afraid to be real, vulnerable, or funny.
5. End With a Challenge.
Don’t just teach but call them higher. Leave them with something to do, to apply, or to wrestle with.

I hope this helps.
-Bishop Gabriel Padilla

05/09/2025

Are looking to connect with a tribe that gets it?

Whether you’re a pastor, evangelist, church planter, or ministry leader. Elevated Life Ministerial Association (ELMA) is here to equip, empower, and walk alongside you.

You don’t have to do ministry alone. Join a network that values authentic relationships, sound doctrine, and Kingdom impact.

Want to learn more? Drop a comment or send us a message, we’d love to connect with you!

05/09/2025

Here are 3 Tips for Up-and-Coming Ministers.

If you’re stepping into ministry, here are three things I’ve learned that will keep you grounded and growing:
1. Stay Anchored in God’s Word
Before you preach it, live it. Don’t just study the Bible for sermons, let it shape your heart daily.
2. Character > Charisma
Your gifts can get you noticed, but it’s character that will keep you effective. Stay humble, stay teachable, and walk in integrity.
3. Love People for Real
Ministry isn’t about a mic, it’s about people. Listen well, serve faithfully, and love deeply,that’s what makes a real minister.

Let’s raise up a generation of ministers who are not just anointed, but authentic.
-Bishop Gabriel Padilla

05/03/2025

What a powerful time in our ministerial meeting today! Here are a few pictures from the meeting.

04/02/2025

Join us for our first ministerial meeting of the year on Saturday, May 3rd, at 10 AM! This is a time of vision, encouragement, and alignment as we step into all that God has for us this year.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🙌🔥

03/30/2025

2nd Annual Holy Convocation Recap

What an unforgettable and powerful time we had at our 2nd Annual Holy Convocation! 🙌🏽 The presence of God moved mightily as we worshiped, prayed, and celebrated the expansion of His kingdom. A historic moment took place as our Founder and Overseer, Gabriel Padilla, was officially elevated to Bishop! 🎉🙌🏽 We also had the honor of praying over and commissioning our newly appointed Exhorters and Licensed Ministers, releasing them into their divine assignments.

This was more than just a gathering, this was a launching pad for greater glory, deeper anointing, and unstoppable kingdom impact! In 2025, we declare that greater is coming, and we are ready for it!

12/23/2024

10/16/2024

Ministry isn’t always easy, and many distractions can pull you away from what truly matters. Remember to stay focused on what counts. Here are five key principles to keep at the forefront:

1. Christ-Centered – Focus on Jesus and the gospel.
2. Servant Leadership – Lead by serving others, just like Christ.
3. Spirit-Led – Let the Holy Spirit guide and empower you.
4. Love and Compassion – Let love be the foundation of your ministry.
5. Discipleship – Equip and multiply others in the faith.

Keep these principles close, and stay the course! Love you all.

Pastor Gabriel Padilla
Overseer

10/02/2024

Mark your calendars for our upcoming ministerial association meeting. Testing will follow the meeting.

09/17/2024

Our quarterly ministerial meetings are a powerful moment of contemplation, learning, development and spiritual nourishment.

09/08/2024

Pastor Gabriel presented a life-changing message on breaking free from shame, and here are some motivational notes.

08/29/2024

Join Pastor Gabriel Padilla for a ministerial teaching at 5:30 pm on Facebook Live!