Christ In You Part 3 // Pastor Rafy PanlilioDecember 21, 2025Matthew 1:21–25; Colossians 1:27–29Christmas reminds us that Jesus is Immanuel—God with us. But the Gospel does not stop there. In Christ In You Part 3, we are reminded that while Jesus was with us in the flesh for a season, God’s greater purpose is that Christ now lives in us.Anchored on Colossians 1:27–29, this message explains how Christ in you is not just a truth to believe but a power to experience—both in serving and in living.First, Christ in you gives you the power to serve. God calls every believer to serve, but never in our own strength. Ministry requires toil and perseverance, yet Scripture reminds us that it is God’s power at work within us that sustains our service. As we commit ourselves to God’s purpose, He supplies the strength we do not have (Zechariah 4:6; 1 Corinthians 15:9–10).Second, Christ in you gives you the power to live. Life is filled with changing seasons—plenty and lack, joy and hardship. When Christ reigns within us, we gain inner strength that allows us to remain content, faithful, and loving in every circumstance (Philippians 4:12–13; Ephesians 3:14–21). His power within us enables us not only to endure life but to reflect His love to others.This message challenges us to move beyond seeing Jesus only in the manger and to allow Him to become the Lord and Manager of our lives. When Christ truly dwells in us, His power is evident—in our service, our endurance, and the way we live every day.Watch it in 4K on our official YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/FXRcG_KnjAM#ChristInYou#GTCSundayService#WhereLivesChange
What does it really mean when the Bible says “Christ in you, the hope of glory”?In Part 2 of the Christ In You series, Ps. Rafy Panlilio explains not only what Christ in you is, but what Christ in you calls for. Anchored on Colossians 1:27–28, the message highlights two clear results of Christ dwelling in a believer’s life: missions and maturity.First, Christ in you calls for missions. If Jesus truly lives in us, His heart for the nations must also beat in us. A genuine relationship with Christ naturally produces a missional life—one that desires to see others saved and reconciled to God (Matthew 1:18–21; Acts 1:8).Second, Christ in you leads to maturity. Spiritual maturity is not about age or length of church attendance, but about becoming more Christlike in character. As believers grow, they develop discernment, righteousness, truth, and love—learning to choose what is right and pleasing to God (Luke 2:52; Hebrews 5:11–14; Ephesians 4:13–14).This message challenges believers to move beyond a passive faith and live out the reality that Christ in you changes how you live, how you grow, and how you reach others.
This Christmas season, we begin a brand-new series exploring one of the greatest mysteries of the Christian faith: Christ in you, the hope of glory.In this message, Ps. Rafy Panlilio teaches that Jesus did not come only to be seen in a manger or remembered on a cross—He came to live in us. This truth transforms our identity, strengthens our confidence, and gives us a hope that carries us through every season.In this preaching, we learn that:Christ is for anybody — Anyone who receives Him becomes fully forgiven, fully valued, and fully made new.Christ in you is a mystery — A divine reality we cannot fully explain, yet we fully rejoice in.Christ in you is the hope of glory — The reason believers endure, grow, and look forward to eternity.Be encouraged today: You are not empty. You are not alone. Christ is in you.#ChristInYou
When life feels chaotic, when injustice seems loud, when the nation feels uncertain, and when personal problems pile up, God’s Word reminds us that His throne is established in heaven and His kingdom rules over all.In this message, Ps. Rafy walks us through three essential truths:1. Heaven rules in justiceGod vindicates the righteous and deals with wickedness in His perfect timing. Nothing escapes His judgment, and nothing good done for His glory is forgotten.2. Heaven rules in wisdomEven when life feels dark or confusing, God’s ways remain higher and wiser than ours. He orders the steps of His people and sustains them even when they fall.3. Heaven rules in powerFrom nature to nations, God is sovereign. World leaders may rise and fall, but God’s authority stands above every throne and kingdom.Be encouraged to trust God’s rule, rest in His wisdom, and live with confidence knowing that Heaven rules over your life.#ABetterCountry
In this sixth installment of A Better Country, Pastor Rafy Panlilio teaches from Matthew 6:9–10 and Colossians 3:12–17 what it truly means to live a life that is “made in heaven.”When God is King, His will is done — not only in heaven, but in the everyday areas of our lives. This message explores how a heavenly mindset should shape three major spheres:A Church Made in Heaven — marked by compassion, kindness, humility, patience, forgiveness, and a deep love for God’s Word.A Home Made in Heaven — where husbands, wives, parents, and children relate to one another according to God’s design and with Christlike attitudes.A Work Made in Heaven — where believers honor God through integrity, diligence, and excellence in whatever role they hold.Pastor Rafy reminds us that heaven’s culture is reflected in the way we treat one another, make decisions, obey God, and fulfill our responsibilities. When God’s Word fills our hearts and His will becomes our priority, our lives reflect the kingdom we belong to.Be encouraged to live a life shaped by heaven — in your church, in your family, and in your work.
Grace Testament Church continues its message series, "A Better Country," titled “Heaven Knows.” Pastor Rafy Panlilio reminds us that as citizens of heaven, we can take confidence in this truth: our Father in heaven knows every part of our lives — our deeds, our seeds, and our needs.From Matthew 6, we learn that God sees not just what we do, but why we do it. Acts of generosity store real treasure in heaven, and seeking God’s kingdom means letting His will shape every decision we make.Be strengthened today with this assurance: Heaven knows, Heaven sees, and Heaven cares.
Preached last November 16, 2025 at GTC's 5:30 PM Service.#ABetterCountry#WhereLivesChange
Even amid Severe Tropical Storm Uwan (Fung-Wong), Grace Testament Church continues its message series “A Better Country” on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Pastor Rafy Panlilio preaches on “Heavenly-Minded”, calling Christians to set their minds on things above and live with a focus on eternity.Drawing from Hebrews 11:16 and Colossians 3:1-4, Pastor Rafy reminds believers that a true Christian has both a heavenly focus and a heavenly future, aligning their ambitions, pleasures, and purpose with God’s glory.This message challenges believers to prioritize Christ above earthly success, pursue God’s eternal agenda, and live with assurance and purpose as they await His return.
What happens after death? Is heaven real—and what about hell?In Part 3 of A Better Country, Ps. Rafy Panlilio unpacks the biblical truth about the afterlife and why believers can face it with faith, not fear.From 2 Corinthians 5:1–11, Ps. Rafy teaches that those in Christ have:Assurance – of salvation and eternal life in heaven,Accountability – to live a life that pleases God, andAssignment – to lead others to faith and repentance.“The most powerful passport in the world is not from any country but from heaven—our faith in Jesus Christ.” – Ps. Rafy PanlilioLet this message remind us that death is not the end, but the beginning of eternal life with Christ for those who believe.
We are citizens of heaven—foreigners in this world, beneficiaries of God’s promises, and ambassadors of Christ.
In this message, GTC Youth Pastor Darwin Cuadro reminds us to live with eternity in view: feeding our spirit, trusting God’s provision, and representing the Kingdom wherever we go.
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In this message from Hebrews 11:15–16, Pastor Rafy Panlilio reminds us that the greatest destination is not a place on eart —but heaven itself, the home prepared for all who believe in Jesus Christ.
Heaven is not just a faraway hope. It shapes how we live today. Those who truly believe look forward with faith, live rightly in the present, and press forward in obedience to God’s call.
Let this message stir your heart to long for eternity and live each day with heaven in mind.
What does it really mean to be aligned with Christ?
In this message from Colossians 2:6–7, Pastor Rod de Guzmanreminds us that following Jesus is more than just believing once — it’s walking with Him daily.
When Christ is at the center of your life, it gains direction, strength, and purpose. But when you lose alignment, even small compromises can lead you off course.
Our lives are in the Potter’s hand. God shapes, molds, and even reshapes us according to His good and sovereign plan. But when we resist His work—through pride, self-sufficiency, or mere religiosity—we risk missing out on the beautiful life He has prepared for us.In The Potter’s Hand, Ps. Rafy Panlilio closes the Yare Ka! series by reminding us that:1. God’s hand restrains – calling us to repentance through His Word and gentle correction.2. God’s hand reshapes – changing our course when we realign ourselves to His will.Beware of overfamiliarity, religiosity, and self-sufficiency—because the fear of the Lord means humbling ourselves before the Potter and allowing Him to finish His work in us.Let God shape your life again. Trust His hands—they never fail.
Preached on Sept. 28, 2025, “Counterfear,” Part 4 of our "Yare Ka!" series, reminds us that while we are called to fear God, there are competing fears that can derail us: the fear of man, the love of money, and the lust of the flesh. These lead to compromise, but when we choose to fear the Lord above all, we walk in His blessing and strength.Don’t let "counterfears" control you! Trust God, obey His Word, and live in holy fear.
On September 21, 2025, Ps. Rafy Panlilio shared that the choices we make flow from whether we live in the fear of God or without it.👉 Yārē’ Ka – When we fear and follow the Lord, it leads to obedience, blessing, and favor. “Those who fear Him lack no good thing” (Psalm 34:10).
👉 Yari Ka – When we reject His ways, we face the consequences of both societal sins (corruption, immorality, idolatry) and personal sins (hidden compromises that destroy our walk).The challenge: Don’t just have faith—have the fear of God that moves you to live differently.
What does it really mean to fear the Lord? In Exodus 20, God revealed Himself with thunder and lightning at Mount Sinai so His people would learn to fear Him—not with terror, but with reverence, respect, and awe.In this message by Ps. Rafy Panlilio, last September 14, 2025, teaches that the fear of the Lord.
The one who fears God takes Him seriously and obeys Him wholeheartedly.” – Ps. Rafy Panlilio
Watch Part 2 of the “Yare Ka!” series and be reminded that great is the fearfulness of the Lord!
In the first installment of the new series “Yare Ka” (Fear of the Lord), Ps. Rafy Panlilio unpacks what it truly means to live with reverence before God.“Yare” in Hebrew means to fear, to revere, while in Filipino, yare means “in trouble”—capturing both the awe and accountability that come with following the Lord.From Proverbs 3:7, we learn that fearing God is not about guilt, shame, or human fear. Instead, it is the recognition of who God is—holy, just, all-knowing, and ever-present. The fear of the Lord compels us to turn away from evil, acknowledge that we are accountable to Him, and rely on Christ who empowers us to live free from the power of sin.“We fear God for the same reasons that we praise Him—because of who He is and what He does.” – Ps. Rafy Panlilio#YareKa #WhereLivesChange
Grace Testament Church continues its message series on “Praise” with Part 4: Life of Praise delivered by Pastor Rafy Panlilio.Drawing from Hebrews 13:15, Pastor Rafy emphasizes that praise is not an occasional act, but a continuous one of acknowledging and appreciating God. He explains that a life of praise is essential because:• God inhabits the praises of His people (Psalm 22:3).• Praise allows believers to experience God’s presence more deeply.• A life of praise leads to joy, transformation, and intimacy with the Lord.The message highlights three key truths about living a life of praise:
1. Praise God at all times – not only on Sundays, but every day and in every situation (Psalm 113:2; Psalm 145:1–2).2. Praise God in all places – whether in personal prayer, daily life, or in the church as a place of worship (Psalm 111:1; Psalm 84:1–4).
3. Praise God with all your heart – focusing not on time or routine, but on worshiping Him in spirit and truth (Psalm 100:4).Pastor Rafy reminds the congregation that true praise flows from the heart and must be expressed through our lips, declaring God’s name in songs and words.
This message, last August 17, 2025, is the third installment of our series on “Praise.” Pastor Rafy Panlilio preached from 2 Chronicles 20, showing how Jehoshaphat and the people of Judah responded to overwhelming battles with prayer and praise.Whatever challenge you face—finances, health, relationships, or inner struggles—choose to add praise. The Lord will fight your battles.“Do not be afraid or discouraged because of this vast army. For the battle is not yours, but God’s.” – 2 Chronicles 20:15
In this Sunday’s message last August 10, 2025, Ps. Rafy Panlilio shares “Reason to Praise” from 2 Samuel 6:14–16, exploring King David’s wholehearted worship before the Lord. Discover the three key reasons why we praise God: to honor Him, to give thanks, and to celebrate His goodness.Be encouraged to worship God without reservation, knowing that our praise is an expression of humility, gratitude, and joy in His presence.
GTC opens a brand new series with a foundational message on Praise, August 3, 2025. In this teaching, Pastor Rafy Panlilio explains that praise is not optional—it’s the natural response of every believer who recognizes the greatness of God.Let this message remind you that praise is not about how we feel—it’s about who God is. Make praise your lifestyle, not just your Sunday routine.