Sword Point

Jorge discusses the importance of continually growing in Christian virtues and character, as emphasized by the Apostle Peter in his second epistle. Peter exhorts believers to supplement their faith with qualities like virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly affection, and ultimately, Christlike love. Jorge explains how these qualities build on each other, and that dilig...

In this message, Jorge dives deep into the final chapter of 1 Peter, exploring the apostle's exhortations to church elders, the younger believers, and the entire community. He unpack key themes of identity, calling, and purpose that are threaded throughout Peter's letter, emphasizing the importance of rooting our sense of self in Christ alone. In the discussion he also highlights the need for humi...

In this message, Jorge dives deep into the final chapter of 1 Peter, exploring the apostle's exhortations to church elders, the younger believers, and the entire community. He unpack key themes of identity, calling, and purpose that are threaded throughout Peter's letter, emphasizing the importance of rooting our sense of self in Christ alone. In the discussion he also highlights the need for humi...

Doug Cote shares his insights on the three key visions Jesus cast for his followers - to be "fishers of men" and share the gospel, to come alongside and help the "harassed and helpless", and to make disciples who can then train others. Doug explores how these visions build on each other, with the ultimate goal being spiritual reproduction and raising up new generations of disciple-makers. He empha...

Doug Cote shares his insights on the three key visions Jesus cast for his followers - to be "fishers of men" and share the gospel, to come alongside and help the "harassed and helpless", and to make disciples who can then train others. Doug explores how these visions build on each other, with the ultimate goal being spiritual reproduction and raising up new generations of disciple-makers. He empha...

In this profound exploration of 1 Peter, Jorge delves into the complex topic of Christian suffering, revealing that trials are not random but purposeful. He examines how believers can navigate life's challenges with spiritual resilience, understanding that suffering: - Is a normal part of Christian life - Serves a sanctifying purpose - Develops spiritual maturity - Glorifies God - Provides opportu...

In this profound exploration of 1 Peter, Jorge delves into the complex topic of Christian suffering, revealing that trials are not random but purposeful. He examines how believers can navigate life's challenges with spiritual resilience, understanding that suffering: - Is a normal part of Christian life - Serves a sanctifying purpose - Develops spiritual maturity - Glorifies God - Provides opportu...

In this compelling message, Jorge explores a holistic approach to evangelism through what he calls a "3D Witness" - focusing on the witness of individual life, the collective witness of the church body, and verbal proclamation of the Gospel.

In this compelling message, Jorge explores a holistic approach to evangelism through what he calls a "3D Witness" - focusing on the witness of individual life, the collective witness of the church body, and verbal proclamation of the Gospel.

In this insightful podcast, Austin uses a powerful maritime metaphor to explain how Christians can discern God's will in their decision-making. His message focuses on five key "channel markers" to guide spiritual navigation: 1. God's Word 2. Answered Prayer 3. Holy Spirit's Guidance 4. Godly Counsel 5. Circumstances

In this insightful podcast, Austin uses a powerful maritime metaphor to explain how Christians can discern God's will in their decision-making. His message focuses on five key "channel markers" to guide spiritual navigation: 1. God's Word 2. Answered Prayer 3. Holy Spirit's Guidance 4. Godly Counsel 5. Circumstances

In this challenging and thought-provoking message, Jorge explores Jesus' teachings about discipleship from Matthew 7, highlighting the demanding nature of truly following Christ. He examines the "narrow path" of Christian discipleship, emphasizing that: - Following Jesus is difficult, not easy - Discipleship requires total commitment - Many people choose the wide, comfortable path - Relationship w...

In this challenging and thought-provoking message, Jorge explores Jesus' teachings about discipleship from Matthew 7, highlighting the demanding nature of truly following Christ. He examines the "narrow path" of Christian discipleship, emphasizing that: - Following Jesus is difficult, not easy - Discipleship requires total commitment - Many people choose the wide, comfortable path - Relationship w...

Jorge explores the complex human struggle with sin, drawing insights from Genesis and examining how our spiritual nature was originally designed. He delves into the fundamental tension between spirit and flesh, discussing: - God's original design for human beings - How sin disrupts our spiritual harmony - The importance of submitting our will to God - Strategies for overcoming self-deception - The...

Jorge explores the complex human struggle with sin, drawing insights from Genesis and examining how our spiritual nature was originally designed. He delves into the fundamental tension between spirit and flesh, discussing: - God's original design for human beings - How sin disrupts our spiritual harmony - The importance of submitting our will to God - Strategies for overcoming self-deception - The...

Jorge explores Jesus' parable of the sower from Luke chapter 8, breaking down the different types of spiritual ground (heart conditions) and their impact on receiving God's word. The discussion examines four types of soil: 1. The Path: Where the word is immediately snatched away 2. Rocky Ground: Where initial excitement quickly fades during testing 3. Thorny Ground: Where worldly cares choke spiri...

Jorge explores Jesus' parable of the sower from Luke chapter 8, breaking down the different types of spiritual ground (heart conditions) and their impact on receiving God's word. The discussion examines four types of soil: 1. The Path: Where the word is immediately snatched away 2. Rocky Ground: Where initial excitement quickly fades during testing 3. Thorny Ground: Where worldly cares choke spiri...

Jorge explores the path to spiritual maturity through three key teachers: God's leaders, God's Word, and God's testing. He offers a comprehensive look at how believers can intentionally grow towards Christlikeness, emphasizing that the Holy Spirit is ultimately guiding this transformative process. Listeners are encouraged to self-reflect on their spiritual journey and aim for continuous growth and...

Jorge explores the path to spiritual maturity through three key teachers: God's leaders, God's Word, and God's testing. He offers a comprehensive look at how believers can intentionally grow towards Christlikeness, emphasizing that the Holy Spirit is ultimately guiding this transformative process. Listeners are encouraged to self-reflect on their spiritual journey and aim for continuous growth and...

Joseph Peer discusses his personal story and how God led him and his family to different places, as well as the importance of claiming God's promises, being trained and equipped, and raising up disciples who can impact their communities and the world.

Joseph Peer discusses his personal story and how God led him and his family to different places, as well as the importance of claiming God's promises, being trained and equipped, and raising up disciples who can impact their communities and the world.

As followers of Christ, we have a unique dual identity - we are physical, earthly beings, but also spiritual citizens of God's eternal kingdom. This can create tension as we navigate life in the world while trying to keep our focus on the unseen, heavenly realities. Here, Jorge dives into the biblical principles for how believers are called to live as "sojourners and exiles" in the physical realm....

As followers of Christ, we have a unique dual identity - we are physical, earthly beings, but also spiritual citizens of God's eternal kingdom. This can create tension as we navigate life in the world while trying to keep our focus on the unseen, heavenly realities. Here, Jorge dives into the biblical principles for how believers are called to live as "sojourners and exiles" in the physical realm....

In this message, Jorge reveals important reasons why God calls us to be actively involved in His work of spreading the gospel and making disciples, even though He doesn't actually need our help to accomplish His purposes. He challenges listeners to examine what may be holding them back from fully embracing the labor God has called them to, and encourages them to step out in faith and experience th...

In this message, Jorge reveals important reasons why God calls us to be actively involved in His work of spreading the gospel and making disciples, even though He doesn't actually need our help to accomplish His purposes. He challenges listeners to examine what may be holding them back from fully embracing the labor God has called them to, and encourages them to step out in faith and experience th...