Exodus 17:8-16; 1st Timothy 1:12-17; Mark 3:13-19 The three scriptures we’ve read today have a common denominator: which is, God inviting someone to participate with him in his plans. God is inviting men to be … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 12-31-23 “The After Christmas”
Luke 2:22-40; Galatians 4:4-7; Isaiah 61:1-62:3 For over a little more than a month already as part of Advent, I have been sharing with you the meaning of Christmas. If I must summarize the message … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 12-24-23 “Christmas”
John 1:1-5 and 14 “During Advent -United Methodist Church Bishop Julius Trimblesaid, – we make space in our hearts for a child who has and will alter our worlds. This child demands our attention. This … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 12-17-23 “Be strong, fear not. God is with you”
Luke 1:47-55 During this season of preparation for Christmas, there are many things that give us joy. We experience joy while watching the magic and wonder of the holidays: colorful houses, busy malls, visiting families; … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 12-10-23 “Peace begins with repentance”
Just imagine if I, the pastor of … United Methodist Church of Homestead, as part of Advent celebration were to dress in animal skin and walk around downtown greeting people saying, “You brood of vipers! … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 11-12-23 “Let us be ready”
Matthew 25:1-13 I will begin my meditation this morning with a quote from John Wesley. A person asked John Wesley what he would do if he knew his Lord would return at that time the … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 11-5-23 “ All Saints Sunday”
Matthew 23:1-12; 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13; Joshua 3:7-17 The scripture we just heard began with verse 7, however, I will use verse 15 for my meditation today. Joshua 3:15 tells us that the crossing of the … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 10-29-23 “Loving Yourself”
Matthew 22:34-46 Most of the times, if not all, when I preach on Matthew 22:34-46, I make emphasis on “love God and love your neighbor” and what it means. However, today as part of “Breast … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 10-22-23 “A Presence that Makes a Difference ”
Exodus 33:12-23; Matthew 22:15-22; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Today the writer of Exodus presents Moses negotiating with God. He is asking God to clarify some concepts for him. For instance, Moses said, “you have said to … Read More
Pastor Nelson Bonilla: 10-15-23 “ The Banquet”
Matthew 22:1-14; Exodus 32:1-14; Philippians 4:1-9 The parable we heard from Matthew 22 tells us a lot concerning the marriage practices in Jewish society’s during Jesus’ time. These practices might seem strange to us, but … Read More