Pastor Joy Matos emphasizes the critical importance of prayer, both individual and corporate, for spiritual growth and effective ministry. Drawing from scriptures like Hebrews 13 and Matthew 18, the sermon highlights that even prominent biblical figures such as the author of Hebrews and the Apostle Paul frequently requested prayers from their congregations. The pastor also shares anecdotes...

In this sermon transcript, Pastor Joy Matos discusses the importance of seeking God's wisdom when making decisions, particularly significant life choices. She highlights the biblical teaching from James 1:5-8, encouraging believers to ask God for wisdom generously, without doubt. Pastor Joy illustrates this principle through historical examples, such as George Mueller's* reliance on God for his orphanage...

This sermon, titled “Spirit-filled Boldness” by Pastor Joy Matos, focuses on the biblical account of Peter and John healing a crippled man and their subsequent arrest and bold proclamation of Jesus. Pastor Joy uses this narrative from Acts 3 and 4 to illustrate the power of the Holy Spirit and to challenge the congregation to pursue a...

Pastor Joy Matos focuses on the concept of approaching God's "Throne of Grace." Pastor Joy references Hebrews 4:14-16 and the biblical story of Esther to illustrate the privilege and boldness believers now have in prayer due to Jesus' sacrifice, contrasting it with the strict protocols of the Old Testament and earthly rulers. The sermon emphasizes that God's love is the foundation for fearless prayer, encouraging...

3 I thank my God in all my remembrance of you,  4 always offering prayer with joy in my every prayer for you all,

3‘Who is left among you who saw this temple in its former glory? And how do you see it now? Does it not seem to you like nothing in comparison?

The Death and Resurrection of Lazarus: So when He heard that he was sick, He then stayed two days longer in the place where He was.6

The LORD is my shepherd I shall not want.

And which of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life’s span? "

So the people of Judah gathered to seek the LORD, and indeed, they came from all the cities of Judah to seek Him.

28 "This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins."

“Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven."

Stand firm then, with the belt of truth

....for you were formerly darkness, but now you are Light in the Lord; walk as children of Light...

The importance of the church in God’s plan. Pastor Joy highlights that the church is not simply a building, but a vehicle through which God reveals His wisdom, grace, mercy, and love

A dwelling of God in the Spirit.

Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you believe in Him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.

“Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name; you are Mine!