The Christmas season is known as the season of giving. As we celebrate the was God graciously gives to us, Paul called the Corinthians to give graciously to others. Our giving reflects God’s character and helps others enjoy God’s good gifts.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Grace of Giving” (2 Corinthians 8) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

The promises of God should lead us to purify ourselves. But how do we actually do that? In 2 Corinthians 7, Paul reveals the role of godly sorrow and how it leads us to changing our hearts and minds, not just our behaviors.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Godly Sorrow Brings Repentance” (2 Corinthians 7) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

So much of our character comes from the influences we choose to listen to. In this chapter, we see how believers in Jesus are meant to only follow the voices of those submitted to and following after Christ.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Unevenly Yoked” (2 Corinthians 6) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

God’s goal is not just to help bad people behave good. Instead, God wants to make us into brand new creations. In this chapter, we see the transformational power of God displayed in His ability to bring dead things to life.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “New Creation” (2 Corinthians 5) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

When we fix our eyes on Jesus, it means that we are opening the eyes of our heart and allowing His truth. When we fix our eyes on Jesus, and view things by faith, we find that we can walk in victory, courage and strength.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Fix Our Eyes” (2 Corinthians 4) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

What is true freedom? Many think freedom is the removal of rules or regulations. But true freedom is found in being who you are meant to be. In 2 Corinthians 3, Paul highlights how real freedom comes from life in the Spirit. Only the Holy Spirit can free us to be all God has made us to be.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “The Freedom of the Spirit” (2 Corinthians 3) by Dr. Matt Friedman.

Many live by the motto “I’ll forgive, but I’ll never forget.” As Paul shows, the church is meant to be a community of the “Forgiving Forgiven”. Rather than holding grudges that keep community apart, the forgiveness of Jesus allows us to truly forgive each other and welcome those who have wronged us back into community.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “The Forgiving Forgiven” (2 Corinthians 2) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

Join us as we start a brand new teaching series through 2 Corinthians entitled “Strength In Weakness”. When life has us feeling weak, God is able to grant us all the strength we need. We begin the book study in chapter 1 with a strong reminder that God is able to comfort us in all moments.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “God of All Comforts” (2 Corinthians 1) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

Many will say we can be anything we want to be. The fact of the matter is that is not true. We can, however, be ALL that God has made us to be. When we walk in alignment to His will, we find our sweet spot.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Sweet Spot vs. Sweat Spot” (Assorted Scriptures) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

The beginning of the New Testament is not the Jewish people abandoning their Jewishness, but Jesus fulfilling the promises made to the household of faith. By understanding and celebrating those promises, including the Feasts of the Lord, we can find great richness and joy in Jesus the Messiah.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “The Feasts of the Lord” (Assorted Scriptures) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

As 2 Peter comes to a close, we are reminded that God views things on a scale we cannot imagine. Because God is eternal, we can grow in His grace and knowledge instead of letting worldly influences carry us away.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Grow in Grace and Knowledge” (2 Peter 3) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

In the current modern age, we are inundated with destructive heresies from many sources. Peter exhorts us to be vigilant in regard to guarding ourselves from deception, and protecting our flocks from false prophets and teachers.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Beware and Be Wary” (2 Peter 2) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

Many Christians feel they are not growing the way they should. Sometimes, it feels like God is apathetic toward our growth. But in 2 Peter 1, Peter makes it clear that God supports us with all we need to live a godly life.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Growing In Grace” (2 Peter 1) by Pastor Brian Higgins.

When we humble ourselves and come to God in our time of need, He offers us grace and mercy for whatever our need is.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “Grace To The Humble” (1 Peter 5) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.

We often think that the path to joy is avoiding difficulty. But in 1 Peter 4, Peter shows us that our peace and hope can come specifically FROM our sufferings. This is the kind of hope God offers to those who believe.

Worship, Prayer and Teaching on “From Suffering To Joy” (1 Peter 4) by Pastor Raphael Giglio.