New Life Church

The key takeaway is this: when solutions end, prayer doesn’t stop—it begins. Prayer may not immediately change the situation, but it always changes the person praying, preparing the heart to move forward with God in faith, endurance, and identity — so because you prayed, keep praying.  Verse Reference: 1 Samuel 1:10 

What does it really mean when the angels proclaimed, “Peace on earth”? In this message, we explore the promise of peace announced at Jesus’ birth and confront the tension between that declaration and the anxiety, conflict, and uncertainty we experience today. Drawing from Luke 2, John 14, Philippians 4, and Lamentations 3, this message reveals that God’s peace is not the absence of trouble, but th...

In this message we uncover the meaning behind the very first sign God ever gave—a sign announced in Genesis, confirmed in Isaiah, and fulfilled in Bethlehem. This teaching explores how Christmas doesn’t begin with decorations or traditions, but with a divine interruption: the promise of an impossible birth that would change human history. You’ll discover why the sign matters, how it points directl...

The message walks us through what really happened at the Lord’s Table. First, we look at the night Jesus was betrayed and see that heaven intentionally set that Table. In something as simple as bread and a cup, God placed forgiveness, covenant, and provision—long before we ever knew we’d need them. Then we see why Jesus had to reveal this moment again to Paul: the church understood the ritual, but...

The sermon traces Abraham’s conversation with God in Genesis 22, showing how God leads His people through four distinct phases: calling, obedience, questioning, and provision. First, Abraham responds to God’s voice with availability—“Here I am”—demonstrating that faith begins with surrender. Second, God asks for what Abraham treasures most, revealing that obedience often requires costly trust. Thi...

The central thread of this message is that God is actively looking for faith—not titles, not achievements, not self-righteousness, but a heart that leans on Him. Through Luke 18, Jesus reveals five portraits: the persistent widow whose faith refuses to quit, the tax collector whose faith is humble, the children whose faith is simple, the rich ruler whose faith is tested, and the blind beggar whose...

Even as believers we can be disappointed. What we need is Fellowship, Scriptures and Jesus to be restored.  Reference verses: Luke 24: 13-36

The main points of the sermon “Arguments to Altars” center on how God meets us in our deepest struggles—when pain and fear collide. Both Job and Jacob represent two sides of the human wrestle: Job argues from pain, Jacob wrestles from fear. Each discovers that God doesn’t always give explanations—He gives His presence. Through the struggle, Job gains new sight (“My eyes have seen You”) and Jacob g...

We will all go through valleys in life. But looking at Psalm 13, we can learn what to do when life feels dark. Following the example of David, we learn to make prayer our first response, not our last resort. We trust in God‘s promises. And we worship God and remember all He has done for us in the past.  Reference Verse: Psalm 13

The sermon “God Still Speaks” centers on 1 Samuel 3:1–10, showing that God’s voice has never gone silent — He still speaks to those who will listen. The first point, “Silence Is Not Absence,” teaches that when God seems quiet, He is preparing our hearts to hear Him more clearly. The second point, “The Voice You Recognize,” reminds us that relationship precedes recognition — we learn to discern His...

The key lesson of the sermon “Make Room” is that growth begins with faith before it’s visible. God calls us to enlarge our vision, strengthen our foundation, and make room for what He’s about to do—not after we see it, but in anticipation of His promise. Just as Isaiah urged God’s people to stretch their tents before the blessing arrived, we too must prepare our hearts, minds, and church for expan...

Psalm 23 reveals a Shepherd who calls His people into a gathering and protects them as the gate. The Lord provides rest, renewal, and direction, and in community—through prayer, Scripture, and shared life—His care moves from concept to experience. In life’s valleys, fear is replaced by the Shepherd’s presence, whose rod and staff represent protection and loving correction often expressed through p...

This message explores God’s will for my life through the lens of serving others with eternity in view. We are reminded that salvation is by grace through faith, yet our acts of service carry eternal weight. First, serving impacts my eternal reward—every act of love and service is remembered by God and invests in eternal treasure (Hebrews 6:10; Matthew 25:21). Second, serving impacts the eternal de...

This sermon centers on the Holy Spirit, who inspires joy within us.  Reference verses : Nehemiah 12:40-43 

The sermon centers on the Holy Spirit as our spiritual EMT — Empowering, Molding, and Testifying through our lives. First, He Empowers us (Romans 8:11; Acts 1:8) with God’s miracle-working power, enabling us to overcome weakness, fear, and uncertainty. Second, He Molds us, like a baker mixing ingredients, shaping our character with the Fruit of the Spirit so Christ’s light can shine through us. Th...

This sermon explores how the Holy Spirit empowers believers through Calling, Authority, and Assignment—the CAA of a Spirit-driven life. Drawing from Acts and the story of Gideon, Pastor Selvin Cortez teaches that every believer is called—first to salvation, then to a unique purpose, and finally to daily obedience. We are given authority by the Holy Spirit — not through merit, but through submissio...

This sermon explores where true boldness originates—not from personality or training, but from the Holy Spirit. Drawing from Acts 4:13, it shows how Peter, once fearful, became a bold witness after being filled with the Spirit. The first point emphasizes that Boldness Rises from the Ashes of Failure—Peter’s denial was transformed into Spirit-empowered proclamation. Second, Boldness Flows from Bein...

This Father’s Day message draws from Luke 15 and focuses on the extravagant, grace-filled love of the Father toward the prodigal son. The sermon begins with the son who ran away—rebellious and broken, ending up in shame and poverty. Yet the heart of the Father never changed. The turning point is that the Father ran—a culturally shocking act—for the sake of love, covering his son's shame befor...

In this powerful testimony, Lori Graham shares how Jesus transformed her life when she chose to follow His call. After a 25-year career in Montreal television, Lori walked away from the spotlight to pursue a deeper purpose. Drawing from the biblical story of Simon Peter’s miraculous catch, she reflects on how Jesus meets us in our daily lives, provides for our needs, and calls us into something gr...

Your identity is secure in Christ — you are chosen by the Father, marked by the Holy Spirit, and fully known and loved in the Beloved. You don’t need to strive for acceptance or hide in shame. God’s love and grace define you, not your past or performance. Embrace your place at the King’s table and live from a place of belonging, purpose, and security in Him.

The sermon “4 Pillars” by Pastor Selvin Cortez explores four foundational questions that shape human existence: Origin, Meaning, Morality, and Destiny. Drawing from Acts 17 and Genesis 1:1, the sermon emphasizes that humans were intentionally created by God, not by chance. The purpose of life is to know, love, and walk with God—not to chase success or pleasure. Morality is rooted in God’s characte...

The message “Risen” by Pastor Selvin Cortez centers on the cross as more than a symbol—it is the bridge between humanity and God, built through the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus. Using the metaphor of a bridge, it illustrates how Jesus became the cornerstone, fusing holiness and humanity. On the cross, Jesus endured judgment and darkness, but His final cry—"It is finished"—...

This message is about how Jesus was “crushed” for us to fulfill God’s will and bring redemption. It starts by showing how God wrote Himself into our story—Jesus becoming flesh. The sermon explains that Jesus didn’t come to promote religion, but to be the final sacrifice that could remove sin, not just cover it. At the cross, sin, Satan, death, and the effects of the fall were all crushed. The mess...

The main lesson of the sermon "Hide and Seek" is that seeking God and His kingdom should be the number 1 priority in life. When people hide from God due to guilt or fear, He still pursues them with love. True fulfillment, growth, and provision come from wholeheartedly seeking Him.

God has a plan for your life and wants you to know it. Do you need to be encouraged to follow it? Discover this message that will be a boost to your faith, no matter what season you find yourself in.