Christ The Rock New Life Center Ministries

  A Bible Study Reflection by Pastor Sandoval Praise the Lord, everyone! This is Pastor Sandoval from Christ the Rock New Life Center Ministries , and I am blessed to share today’s Bible study with you. Remembering a Faithful Servant Before we begin, I want to take a moment to honor the life of a dear friend, Reverend Bernardo Cruz , who passed away two days ago. For over 40 years , he faithfully served the Lord, dedicating his heart and life to ministry. While his passing is sorrowful, we rejoice knowing that he is now in the presence of God . Please keep his family in your prayers for comfort and peace. Genesis 28:17 – The House of God "And he was afraid and said, 'How awesome is this place! This is none other than the house of God, and this is the gate of heaven.'” – Genesis 28:17 Jacob had an encounter with God that changed his life forever. In his vision, he saw the gate of heaven , and he realized the sacredness of where he stood. Like Jacob, we too must recognize ...

Praise the Lord, everyone! Greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. It’s a blessing to share this message with you on this wonderful Saturday, January 18. I pray this message brings encouragement to your heart as we reflect on God’s Word and His power in our lives. Recently, I had the joy of spending time with my dear friend Bishop King and his wife in Pismo Beach. We shared a wonderful dinner, celebrated our anniversaries, and spent time in prayer and a brief Bible study. Moments like these remind me of the importance of fellowship and the strength we gain from coming together in God’s presence. Overcoming Giants in Our Lives Today, I want to talk about "Giant Slayers." Every one of us faces giants in life—challenges that seem insurmountable, trials that test our faith, and struggles that threaten to pull us down. As Christians, we must remain vigilant and prepared because the enemy comes to steal, kill, and destroy (John 10:10). But here’s the good news: God gives us...

 Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior, It is with a heavy heart that I share some unfortunate news with our beloved church family. Yesterday, January 17, 2025, at 5:44 PM, an individual caused damage to one of the beautiful stained glass windows in our sanctuary by throwing a metal object. This window has been a cherished part of our church—a reflection of God’s light and love and a piece of the rich history of Christ the Rock New Life Center Ministries. While the damage to this treasured symbol is disheartening, I am reminded that the strength of our church is not found in the building or its adornments, but in the people who gather within it. The true sanctuary is the love, faith, and unity we share as a body of believers. A Call to Unity and Prayer As we navigate this challenging moment, let us come together in prayer: Pray for the individual who caused this damage, that they may come to know the peace and grace of God. Pray for our church family, that we remain strong a...

Hallelujah! God is good! We’ve been blessed to step into a new year— 2025 —by God’s grace. From 2024 to now, the Lord has carried us through, and we give thanks for His goodness and mercy. As we journey into this new year, let’s continue to pray for His guidance, strength, and blessings. Weekly Bible Studies Our first Bible study of the year took place on January 8th, and we are excited to continue studying and sharing the Word. Join us for our next session on Wednesday, January 15th, at 6:30 PM at Christ the Rock New Life Center Ministries. Let’s come together to grow in faith and fellowship. A Message of Hope from Deuteronomy 6:4 In the book of Deuteronomy 6:4 , we are reminded: "Listen, Israel: Yahweh is our Elohim. Yahweh is the only God." Our God is: Elohim : The all-powerful Creator El Olam : The eternal, everlasting God El Roi : The God who sees us Immanuel : God with us We serve a God who is powerful, everlasting, and ever-present. No matter the trials we face, God...