Cruciform Life Church

Great is Thy Faithfulness - Lamentations 3 Preached by: Bro. Japhet Carlo Cutamora In this sermon we heard the sermon "Great is Thy Faithfulness" (Text: Lamentations 3:1-24). Through it, we were reminded that even in the darkest seasons of life, our hope is not found in our circumstances but in God's unchanging character. Though Jeremiah experienced deep suffering, he found hope in the Lord's stea...

The Lord Knows the Way of the Righteous (Part 2) - Psalm 1 Preached by: Ptr. Enteng Ramoneda In this sermon the psalmist reminds us that the Lord knows His people. Those who delight in His Word are nourished, guided, and strengthened by it, and will ultimately be kept from the destiny of the wicked. As we reflect on this passage, may we continually ask ourselves where our delight truly lies, remem...

The New and Living Way - Hebrews 10:19-25 Preached by: Bro. Joseph Moriones This sermon we listened to the sermon entitled “The New and Living Way” (Hebrews 10:19-25). Through this passage, we were reminded that, because of Christ's finished work, we now have confidence to draw near to God by faith. Also, that we are called to hold fast to our hope without wavering and to encourage one another...

One Sacrifice for Sins - Hebrews 10:1-18 Preached by: Bro. Joseph Moriones In this sermon we saw the full glory of Christ’s once-for-all sacrifice, which fully accomplished what the sacrifices of the old covenant could never achieve. Because of His perfect work, our sins are completely forgiven, our redemption fully secured, and no further offering for sin is ever needed. Christ has accomplished,...

God Knows the Way of the Righteous - Psalm 1 Preached by: Ptr. Enteng Ramoneda This psalm is a reminder to us that the Lord knows His people most intimately. Furthermore, the righteous indeed delights in His Word, are nourished and sustained by it, and will ultimately be preserved from the fate of the wicked. As we look into and reflect on this passage, we are encouraged, church, to examine as to...

The God Who Restores His People - Haggai 2:10-19 Preached by: Bro. King Oliver Buensuceso In this sermon we learned fully that God restores us to communion with Him. He lovingly reveals our defilement, awakens us through His discipline, and assures us of His deliverance and covenant blessing."Consider from this day onward, from the twenty-fourth day of the ninth month. Since the day that the...

The Word at Work: The Suffering Church - 1 Thessalonians 2:13-20 Preached by: Bro. Jonas Flanco In this sermon we saw that the truly received Word truly produces a church conformed to Christ's suffering, and vindicated by God. Indeed, we are called to listen to His Word, follow Him through Christ-shaped suffering, and trust in His final vindication."And we also thank God constantly for this, that...

Jesus, The Restorer of Life - Ruth 4 Preached by: Bro. Cer Abraham Moriones In this sermon we saw a beautiful picture of Jesus Christ, our Great Redeemer. As Boaz redeemed Ruth, Christ redeems His people and brings them into His own as part of His family. We also saw Him as the Bridegroom of the Church and the true King who came through David's line. Church, Christ will one day fully gather Hi...

The Sufficient and True Passover Lamb - John 6:1-15 Preached by: Ptr. Enteng Ramoneda In this sermon we saw that Jesus is the true Passover Lamb who not only provides for our physical needs but for our salvation most importantly. Through the feeding of the five thousand, Christ revealed the insufficiency of man and the full sufficiency of Himself. While the crowd wanted a king who could meet their...

Working On Waiting - James 5:7-12 Preached by: Bro. Gerard Pelaez In this preaching, we were reminded that waiting is not a pause button in our lives but the workshop of our souls. As we work on waiting, God is actively working in us. We are called to do so actively by maturing in steadfastness, graciously by treating others with gentleness, and authentically by living with much integrity and fait...

The Cross Before Me, The World Behind Me - Luke 5:1-11 Preached by: Ptr. Japhet Flanco This sermon we saw how an encounter with Jesus in His glory compels us to leave everything behind and follow Him for the incomparable pleasure of drawing people to His saving power. Through the miraculous catch of fish, Simon Peter was confronted with Christ’s divine majesty, leading him into humble repentance a...

The Son is Equal with The Father (Part 2) - John 5:30-47 Preached by: Ptr. Enteng Ramoneda In the preaching, it was declared definitively that the Son is equal with the Father, because He is one with the Father. Specifically, Jesus showed His perfect unity with the Father by only doing what He saw the Father is doing and by judging according to what He heard from the Father. Christ is indeed truly...

Steadfastness Through Trials - James 1:9-12 Preached by: Bro. Roy Albert Vicente In this sermon we saw how a believer remains steadfast during times of trial when he applies God's wisdom, and when he views his circumstances in light of God's covenantal love. In particular, we are called to seek divine wisdom to navigate testings and to anchor our hearts in the enduring promise of His love,...

God Prepares His Deliverance Beforehand - Esther 1:1-18 Preached by: Bro. Andres Ersando In this sermon we saw how God worked behind the ordinary course of things to prepare ahead the deliverance of His people. Particularly, God used the counsel of the young men, the favor shown to Esther, and her beauty so that she would be chosen as queen according to His perfect plan and providence"The kin...

The Son is Equal with The Father (Part 1)- John 5:17-47 Preached by: Ptr. Enteng Ramoneda In this sermon it was definitively declared that the Son is equal with the Father because He is one with the Father. Jesus showed His perfect unity with the Father by only doing what He saw the Father doing and by judging according to what He heard from the Father. Indeed, church, Christ is truly one with the...

A Faithful Gospel Ministry- 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 Preached by: Bro. Jonas Flanco In this sermon we saw that a faithful ministry is shaped by God’s authority rather than the approval of men. Specifically, it is expressed through a Christlike love that cares for others like a nursing mother and a father, all directed toward the glory of God as can be seen in genuinely transformed lives!"For yo...

Redemption Through the Blood of Christ - Hebrews 9:15-28 Preached by: Bro. Joseph Moriones In this sermon we were taught that it was necessary for Christ to shed His blood to accomplish our redemption and provide the forgiveness of our sins. His once-for-all sacrifice has secured our eternal inheritance and brings sure salvation to those who await eagerly His return!"Therefore he is the media...

The Perfect Sacrifice of Christ - Hebrews 9:1-14 Preached by: Bro. Joseph Moriones In this preaching, we saw how the old sacrifices could not fully cleanse, but instead points forward to Christ. Jesus, as the perfect High Priest, offered Himself once for all, making a way to truly cleanse our conscience and bring us back to God!"For if the blood of goats and bulls, and the sprinkling of defil...

The Absurdity of Unbelief - John 5:1-17 Preached by: Ptr. Enteng Ramoneda In this sermon we were reminded that unbelief rejects Jesus, the One who truly cares, and instead holds on to things that do not save. Through the healing at the Bethesda pool, we saw how the human heart can turn away from Christ even in the presence of His grace and power. Yet Jesus, in His mercy, still seeks and restores,...

The Sovereign God Who Gives Rest - Ruth 3 Preached by: Bro. Cer Abraham Moriones Through the ordinary events in Ruth’s life, we saw how God was quietly at work to bring about redemption and rest for His people. His providence was guiding every step, showing that He works even through the ordinary means of daily life to accomplish His good purposes. All these remind us that God is ultimately always...

The Promise of Greater Glory - Haggai 2 Preached by: Bro. King Buensuceso In this sermon, it was conveyed that God reminded His people to not lose heart, and remember His faithfulness, trust in His covenant presence, and hope in the greater glory He had promised. Indeed, we are strengthened to persevere when we look back on God’s faithfulness, rely on His presence today, and hold on to His promise...

The Word of Life - John 4:43-54 Preached by: Ptr. Enteng Ramoneda In this sermon we were reminded that the Word of Christ is not only powerful, but is indeed life itself. In His very nature, His Word is life, and through it, He gives life to those who believe. Through the account of the official and his ill-stricken son, we see that Christ’s Word is sufficient and more than trustworthy, able to br...

Christ on the Cross - Mark 15 Preached by: Bro. Joseph Moriones In this sermon we were reminded that Christ carried the cross to suffer for our sake, was crucified to save us from our sins, and was condemned to bear our shame. In His suffering, we thus see both the weight of our sin and the depth of His love for us."And they crucified him and divided his garments among them, casting lots for...

Greater than Jacob (Part 1) - John 4:1-42 Preached by: Ptr. Enteng Ramoneda In this sermon we were reminded that Jesus came to fulfill the work of gathering God’s people, calling true worshipers who worship in spirit and truth; even those beyond Israel. He revealed Himself as the Christ not only to Israel, but also to those outside of it, showing that God’s saving work extends to all who believe.“...

The Day of His Wrath - Lamentations 2 Preached by: Bro. Japhet Cutamora In this sermon we were reminded that God is holy and just, and that His wrath against sin is all too real. This chapter shows the seriousness of sin, but also calls His people to strongly respond by returning to Him in prayer with repentance and faith."The Lord has swallowed up without mercy all the habitations of Jacob;...