God Continues the Good Work (Philippians 1:12-14) | Herman Moldez, March 22, 2026

Jesus Christ Ascended on High (Hebrews 4:14-16) | Herman Moldez, April 12

Jesus Christ Ascended on High (Hebrews 4:14-16) | Rev. Herman Moldez, April 12 Jesus Christ ascended into heaven to reign with God. He also serves as our Advocate to intercede on our behalf. Satan, the accuser, will make us doubt and discourage especially as we fail God. Jesus, knows being human to plead for God’s mercy and grace. Jesus died and rose again, then, "ascended into heaven", seated at the right of God, Heavenly Prince and High Priest forever (Heb 4:14-16). Jesus is alive in heaven to mediate heaven and earth as we limp in history. We don't just wait for heaven for we are now raised with Jesus in the heavenly realms to experience heavenly reality (Eph. 2:6). Jesus entered the holy presence as the Son of God (v. 14). Heaven is finally opened for us believers. Jesus is not missing in action but in active ministry beyond the visible into the invisible world to unite heaven and earth in our struggle with imperfect humanity. O, what a mystery to experience God's presence in our imperfection. Jesus became human, was tempted in every way, just as we are, but without sinning. We have an emphatic high priest to intercede on our behalf. We can be confident to persevere in suffering and find courage to face life's failure because Jesus fully understands our weakness. God listens to our confession without being judged with Jesus as our advocate for grace and mercy. The devil accuses us as unworthy, but Christ assures our worthiness by his blood. Therefore, we dare to draw near to meet the enthroned heavenly prince who sits on the throne of grace, ready to extend compassion not condemnation. We don't need to feel ashamed and afraid despite sinning to seek help in time of need in the realm of grace (v.16b). Prayer is the privilege of sinners. We live the resurrection of Jesus who ascended to heaven. Jesus Christ relates with our struggle as our high priest. We draw near in weakness into the very presence of God who welcomes by grace. PONDER & PRAY • What makes Jesus' ascension into heaven important to resurrection life on earth? • What encourages you to pray in human weakness? *How will you experience the presence of God in the everyday life of struggle and sin?

Jesus Christ Has Risen (Luke 24:1-7) | Herman Moldez, April 5

Jesus Christ Has Risen (Luke 24:1-7) | Rev. Herman Moldez, April 5 Being a Christian is unique as we serve and worship the living, Savior. What is more important is not to explain the truth resurrection but to experience transformation in the risen life of Jesus. Jesus Christ appeared many times within 40 days to guide in continuing his work and his resurrection life. Luke 24:1-12 declares that Jesus has risen so that we can be alive to God- life. The evidence of Jesus' resurrection was greeted by the empty tomb (vv. 2-3) and validated by two men, presumably angels, as witnesses (v. 4 cf. Dt. 19:15). The skeptics argued that Jesus' body was stolen. However, how could the thieves have "rolled the stone away" (v.2), a sealed and heavily guarded tomb to prevent Jesus' body from being stolen (see Mt. 27:62-66). Resurrection is a historical fact, not a fiction. The event of Jesus' resurrection happened on the first day of the week (v.1). The Sabbath ended on the sixth day. Theologically, the resurrection ushers a new creation age. Something new has begun. Our sins are forgiven (1 Cor. 15:17) hope is assured for our resurrection and growth in becoming like Jesus (vv.15-16). Christ's resurrection has ushered a bright new world in the kingdom of God. The dark historical reality has been invaded by eternity. Heaven and earth have met in Christ's resurrection, a foretaste of the age to come. We are raised to be seated with Christ in the heavenly realms (Eph. 2:6). The spiritual life is the experience of Jesus' resurrection. We practice the resurrection life in community no matter how imperfect we are. We slowly die to fleshly self and discover the fullness of the Holy Spirit. The fruit of the risen life of Christ is more powerful than the forces of death. Like the women and Peter, we will "keep wondering" (vv. 4, 12) of what Jesus said that "he must be crucified but on the third day be raised again" (v.8). Let us ponder and pray to practice the resurrection life for the world to believe that Jesus is risen today!

Doing the Work of God Together (1 Corinthians 12:14-18) | Ptr. Rein Arlegui, March 29, 2026

Doing the Work of God Together (1 Corinthians 12:14-18) | Ptr. Rein Arlegui, March 29, 2026 Doing the work of God involves every part of the Body of Christ. We work interdependently. Each one has a role to do. Each one is important. God continues His work in a community working together with the common vision to build the Kingdom of God. 1. Embody Unity v.14 2. Exclude No One vv.15-16 3. Equip Everyone vv.17-17 Doing the work of God involves every part of the body of Christ. We work interdependently. Each one has a role to fulfill, and each one is important. God continues His work through a community united by a common vision, to build the kingdom of God together.

God Continues the Good Work (Philippians 1:12-14) | Herman Moldez, March 22, 2026

God Continues the Good Work (Philippians 1:12-14) | Rev. Herman Moldez, March 22, 2026 Many think they need to be rich to join the work of God. God in His grace uses the poor and powerless as His servants. The Philippians surrendered their lives to the Lord and experienced the example of Jesus to be generous in poverty. If we obey, God will provide what is needed to do His work. We are known to start something good but fail to sustain it for a long haul to complete it. Doing the good work of God is not smooth sailing. Difficult challenges disappoint and discourage us to quit. In Philippians 1:12-14, Paul shared that the good work of proclaiming the gospel had continued extensively despite his imprisonment. The enemy closed the door, but God opened a more strategic opportunity to advance the gospel. No one and nothing can chain the gospel (2Tim 2:9). How do we continue the good work even if terrible things sabotage it? We discern God at work. As Paul reflected his experience of imprisonment, it revealed that God turned it to advance the gospel (v.12). In His sovereignty, God used the disruption to advance the kingdom in Caesar's palace. It is not being positive but seeing in perspective that God is in charge. We follow where He leads. Reflective practice while doing the work of God, lets us see God's hands in coordinated coincidences to converge in His purpose. Knowing God is behind all things declares Christ clearly. It became known that Paul was in chains "for Christ" (v.13). Christ became popular among the palace guards who started gossiping Christ reaching the palace. The prison cell became the platform to proclaim Christ. It is when we ponder and pray that we realize and recognize that life's crisis is a means to reveal Christ. Finally, the story of God's sovereign work develops courage to continue the good work amidst threat and trouble. Paul's prison story inspired courage and confidence on the power of God. Our story of serving God documents the story of God at work in our lives. Doing the work of God will have disruption and delay, persecution and opposition, lack of resources and support? If you are doing the work of God, it will continue no matter what. God continues to complete it. All for His glory.

God Is Faithful to Complete It (Phil. 1:3-6) | Herman Moldez, March 15, 2026

God Is Faithful to Complete It (Phil. 1:3-6) | Rev. Herman Moldez, March 15, 2026 The church is the primary agent to proclaim the gospel, not just in words but also in good works. Nothing can stop God's work. God started His work in FBC, then and now. God is faithful to sustain and complete what He has started with those who share in His work. In this world, you need to do something big to be relevant. The successful are the superstars of this world. In the kingdom of God, what matters is not the big things we do, but the good work of God no matter how small. Doing the work of God is important even if the world regards it irrelevant. 1. God Commences a Good Work 2. God Continues His Work By Grace 3. God Will Complete His Work in Glory