A Cup With Pastor

Can a Christian be possessed? In this episode I sit down with Pastor Hugo and Mayra Vargas from The Power of the Gospel to unpack this important question. We talk about deliverance, why it matters for believers, and how freedom in Christ is available for anyone who seeks it. This conversation brings clarity, biblical insight, and real encouragement for your spiritual walk. Listen in.

Psalm 1:1-6 NKJV shows the clear difference between the righteous and the ungodly. In this episode we talk about why we must refuse ungodly counsel, why our walk matters to God, and how delighting in the Word keeps us strong. I also share about being planted by the rivers of living water so that when hard seasons come, we are rooted, steady, and still bearing fruit. This is a call to stay close to...

Mark 7:24-30 NKJV tells the story of a Gentile mother who came to Jesus because her daughter had an unclean spirit. Even though she was not part of Israel, she humbled herself, believed His word, and received deliverance for her daughter. In this episode we talk about how deliverance is the children’s bread, how faith and humility unlock freedom, and why Jesus still sets people free today. Special...

In this episode, we explore the powerful words of Jesus from John 8:31-32: “If you abide in My word, you are My disciples indeed. And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.” We’ll talk about what it really means to abide in His word, how truth brings freedom, and why these verses still carry life-changing impact today. Whether you’re seeking deeper faith, clarity in your walk...

In this episode, Pastor Jonathan unpacks the truth of James 5:16 (NKJV): “The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.” Discover the power that comes when prayer is persistent, passionate, and aligned with a life of righteousness. Learn how fervent prayer breaks strongholds, releases healing, and invites God’s supernatural intervention. This message will encourage you to pray with...

In this episode of A Cup With Pastor , Pastor Jonathan shares from Philippians 3:13-14 about pressing forward and leaving the past behind. He opens up with a personal testimony of how the enemy tried to keep him enslaved through an open door from his past. Through forgiveness and choosing to stay free from the spirit of offense, he found victory in Christ. Be encouraged to stop looking in the rear...

In this powerful episode, First Lady Erica Ramirez opens her heart and shares the incredible story of how God transformed her life. After reaching a breaking point, she cried out for change, and the Lord began to move. Though her journey was filled with difficult seasons and unexpected turns, God’s hand was guiding her every step. Along the way, she met Pastor Jonathan, and together they’ve walked...

We all have questions about life — questions that shape the way we think, believe, and live. In this episode of A Cup With Pastor Podcast , Pastor Jonathan explores five of the most common and deeply personal questions people are asking today: ❓ Why am I here? ❓ What happens after I die? ❓ Why is there suffering? ❓ How can I be happy? ❓ Does God exist? Through the lens of Scripture and real-l...

Have you ever been in a season where nothing made sense and the waiting felt endless? In this episode, I open up about a personal journey where I had to trust God in the silence and keep walking by faith when there were no signs. I share how Galatians 6:9 reminded me not to grow weary, because in due season, the harvest comes if we do not give up. There were moments I wanted to throw in the towel,...

In this episode of A Cup With Pastor , we explore how influence, both good and bad, shapes our character, decisions, and spiritual growth. Pastor Jonathan is joined by special guests Pastor Jonathan Lujano and Sister Ruth Lujano as they unpack the powerful truths behind 1 Corinthians 15:33 and Galatians 5:9, reminding us that even a little negativity or compromise can impact our entire walk with G...

🧠 Religious mindset. 💔 Human failure. 💥 Radical grace. We weren’t made to be perfect...we’re human, and we will fall short. But here’s the truth: you can’t give the grace you don’t carry. And you won’t walk in true freedom if you’re still trapped in performance-based faith. 🎙️ In this episode of A Cup With Pastor , I share my testimony of overcoming a religious mindset and discovering the mercy...

In this episode Pastor Jon explains how surrendering every corner of life to Jesus became real when he let go of something deeply precious to him. Starting with James 4:7, he shows that true submission places us under God’s covering and drives the enemy away. Proverbs 3:5 and 6 calls us to trade limited reasoning for wholehearted trust so God can prepare the way. Matthew 16:24 then invites us to d...

In this episode, we sit down with Brother Miguel Hernandez as he shares his powerful testimony of faith. Raised Catholic and drawn into the party scene of his youth, Miguel opens up about the near-death experience that shook him, the personal struggles that followed, and how God patiently called him back. From the chaos of his early life to a complete surrender in 2017, Miguel tells us how the Lor...

In this episode, Pastor Jonathan reflects on the sobering words of Jesus in Matthew 24:12, “And because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold.” As pride and self-centeredness increase in the world, many are drifting from the truth and losing their passion for God. Pastor Jonathan shares how humility is key to keeping your heart tender and your love strong, even in these last day...

In this episode, Pastor Jon shares two heartfelt testimonies from his early twenties, a season when young marriage tested his faith. Through personal growth and the devoted prayers of his wife and family, God changed him in profound ways. Listen in to discover how honest, persistent prayer can reshape a life and spark lasting transformation.

A Cup With Pastor Featuring Special Guest Isabel Valles While we all cherish the moments when we feel on top of the mountain, life also brings seasons in the valley. These seasons can be dry times when hope feels distant and our prayers seem unanswered. In this heartfelt episode, Sister Isabel Valles shares her personal testimony of walking through one of those seasons. Early in her marriage, she...

A Cup With Pastor Featuring Sister Ruth Lujano Grief has a way of shaking our hearts, but faith has the power to steady them. In this touching episode, Pastor Jonathan sits down for a heartfelt conversation about navigating deep loss and finding strength through the hope we have in Jesus. Through raw moments and spiritual reflection, you’ll hear how choosing to hold on to God’s promises can bring...

Scripture Focus: 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV) "For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind." In this week’s episode, Pastor Jonathan shares a heartfelt testimony from his early days in a new city, revealing how fear tried to take hold through a traumatic experience. He unpacks how the enemy uses fear to hold us back, but reminds us that fear is not from God. Be...

In this heartfelt episode of  A Cup With Pastor , we sit down to talk about something we all face at some point, loss. Whether sudden or unexpected, loss can shake us to the core. But through it all, there is hope. Listen in as Special Guest Jonathan Lujano shares a moving testimony of walking through grief while holding on to faith. From sorrow and heartache to the quiet strength found in Go...