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SLCOC Live Worship Service

February 1, 2026

Jesus Defines Discipleship - Not Us

January 18, 2026 • Miguel Candelario • Luke 9:23, John 8:31–32, Matthew 28:18–20

What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this message, we return to Jesus’ own words to rediscover what discipleship actually is—and what it is not. In a culture that often redefines faith around comfort, convenience, or attendance, Jesus offers a far clearer (and far costlier) call: “Follow Me.” Drawing from Luke 9:23, John 8:31–32, and Matthew 28:18–20, this sermon explores: - Why Jesus—not culture or church tradition—defines discipleship - The difference between believing in Jesus and following Him - What it means to take up the cross daily without glorifying pain - How discipleship drift happens and why clarity matters now - Why the way forward is apprenticeship to Jesus, not just attendance This is the first message in our Core Tenets series—foundational convictions that shape who we are and where we’re going as a church. The question isn’t whether we admire Jesus. The question is whether we are actually following Him. Are you remaining in His teaching… or just agreeing with Him?

The Way Forward is Surrendered Worship

January 12, 2026 • Miguel Candelario • Romans 12:1–2, Amos 5:21–24, John 4:19–24

What is worship really? In today’s church culture, worship is often confused with music, emotion, or experience. But Jesus tells us that true worship goes much deeper—it’s about surrender, alignment, and obedience. In this message, we explore what it means to worship in spirit and in truth (John 4), how worship can quietly drift into entertainment, and why God cares deeply about not just what we sing, but how we live. Drawing from Scripture, we’re challenged to examine our inner lives, our obedience, and whether our worship actually leaves the room and shapes our everyday lives. This sermon sets the foundation for the core tenets that will shape our church moving forward, reminding us that worship isn’t a moment we attend—it’s a life we offer. Whether you’re new to church, returning after some time away, or seeking a deeper faith, this message invites you to rediscover the heart of worship and the way forward God is calling His people to walk.

The Way Forward is Recognizing Grace

January 25, 2026 • Alberto Rodriguez • Hebrews 4:1–2, Hebrews 7:25, Hebrews 9:14, Hebrews 13:20–21, Hebrews 4:14–16

The Chosen: Holy Night Advent Series | Come and See | Part 4

December 21, 2025

The Way Forward Is Knowing Who We Are

January 4, 2026 • Miguel Candelario , Alexander Welch, Herb Rodriguez

The Chosen: Holy Night Advent Series | Come and See | Part 3

December 14, 2025

The Chosen: Holy Night Advent Series | Come and See | Part 2

December 7, 2025

Online Worship Service

November 23, 2025

SLCOC Live Worship Service | Sermon: Enough is Enough | Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025

November 16, 2025 • Miguel Candelario

The Chosen: Holy Night Advent Series | Come and See | Part 1

November 30, 2025 • Miguel Candelario • Micah 5:1–4, Luke 1:26–38, Isaiah 9:1–7

"Nothing Is Impossible with God" Advent Week 1 – The Chosen: Holy Night | Come & See Before the angels sang, before the shepherds ran, before the manger… there was silence. Four hundred years without a prophet. Four centuries of waiting. A world wondering if God still remembered His promise. And then — in the quiet — a messenger breaks through with a word to a teenage girl in Nazareth: “Nothing is impossible with God.” This message launches our Advent series with The Chosen’s Holy Night as we explore: • The long ache of Israel’s waiting • Why the delay made the promise feel impossible • The fear, questions, and faith of Mary and Joseph • How remembering God’s past faithfulness fuels present trust • Why the first coming of Jesus gives us confidence in His second coming We watch Mary and Joseph wrestle with the unbelievable and step into a story far bigger than their fear. Their courage wasn’t blind — it was rooted in remembering all God had already done. This sermon invites you to do the same. To bring your impossibilities to a God who has never been limited by them. To let Advent reawaken hope in places that have gone quiet. To remember that the God who came once will come again — and nothing can stop Him. When God says He will move, impossibility isn’t even on the table.

Online Worship Service

November 9, 2025

SLCOC Live Worship Service | Eldership Appointment | Sunday, November 2, 2025

November 2, 2025 • 1 Timothy 3:1–7, Acts 20:28, Titus 1:5–9

Repentance That Restores

October 12, 2025 • Miguel Candelario • Nehemiah 9

Rebuilt walls are not enough if our hearts are still broken. In Nehemiah 9, the people return to God with fasting, confession, and worship. We see that repentance begins by remembering who God is, not by staring at our sin. The chapter’s hinge declares that God is forgiving, gracious, compassionate, slow to anger, and abounding in love. Repentance and rejoicing move together. True renewal comes when confession leads to covenant and we say yes to God again. Key Points - The Word revived them in chapter 8. In chapter 9, the Word refines them - Repentance begins with remembrance of God’s character - Repentance acknowledges patterns, not just isolated mistakes - True repentance moves from confession to covenant. Renewal means saying yes again to God’s calling, not chasing a former position - Delayed repentance blinds us to present blessings. Today is the day to return So What Do We Do? Ask God to reveal one pattern that needs to change. Confess it, remember who He is, and make a concrete covenant step this week that realigns your life with His calling.

Finishing Faithful: Digging Up The Roots

October 26, 2025 • Miguel Candelario • Nehemiah 13

In this final message we are reminded that it’s not enough to rebuild; we must finish faithful and finish strong. Using a powerful real-life illustration of digging out a stubborn root, Miguel shows how sin often hides beneath the surface — and how God calls us to uproot anything that hinders His work in our lives. The message also draws inspiration from Marine Corps Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer, whose courage under fire reminds us that disciples of Christ are called to finish the mission even when it doesn’t make sense to the world. Whether you’re fighting for your marriage, your faith, or your spiritual endurance — this sermon will challenge, convict, and call you higher.

Covenant Commitment

October 19, 2025 • Herb Rodriguez • Nehemiah

What does it really mean to renew our covenant with God today? In this message from Nehemiah 10, we’re reminded that true commitment is more than words—it’s holiness, worship, generosity, and sacrifice lived out. Let’s not neglect the house of our God.

Restored By The Word

October 5, 2025 • Alexander Welch • Nehemiah 7, Nehemiah 8

When God’s people rediscover Scripture, identity is restored. In this message, we trace the backstory behind Nehemiah to understand why Jerusalem’s walls fell and why the people lost their way. We learn how God used Ezra’s public reading of the Law to reawaken a nation that had forgotten who they were. Restoration begins by remembering who God is, what He has done, and who He calls us to be. Across a simple timeline from exile to return, we see that Israel had resources but lacked renewal. The Word provided clarity, conviction, and joy. The same is true for us. If our hearts are adrift or our identity is confused, the Bible leads us home. Let the Word move you from information to transformation, from ruins to rebuilding. Key Points - Context matters. Nehemiah sits inside a larger story of exile, return, and renewal - Identity was lost long before the walls fell - The public reading of Scripture brought conviction and joy - Real restoration starts with remembering God, not simply fixing problems Call To Action Open the Scriptures this week and ask: What is God revealing about Himself, and how will I realign my life to it? Share one insight with a friend or family member and put one step of obedience into practice.

When Opposition Comes

September 28, 2025 • Miguel Candelario • Nehemiah 4—6

Opposition is guaranteed when God’s people rise up to build. In Nehemiah 4–6, we see resistance from the outside through mocking and threats, conflict from the inside through injustice and exploitation, and distraction aimed at the leader himself. Yet Nehemiah stood firm, walked in integrity, and finished the mission. This message reminds us that opposition isn’t a sign of failure—it’s proof the mission matters. When opposition comes—outside, inside, or up close—God calls us to stay prayerful, reject exploitation, walk in unity, and remain focused until the work is done.

Side By Side

September 21, 2025 • Miguel Candelario • Nehemiah 3

In Nehemiah 3, we see ordinary people — priests, perfumers, goldsmiths, rulers, daughters, and families — working side by side to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. Each one repaired their section, no matter how big or small, because every gap mattered. This message reminds us that God’s church is built the same way today: not by lone heroes, but by everyday people taking their place on the wall. From ancient gates to clearing messy roots at our own church, the call is clear: find your section, stand side by side, and build together. What “section of the wall” has God placed in front of you, and are you building it — or leaving a gap?

Doors God Opens

September 14, 2025 • Miguel Candelario • Nehemiah 2

In Nehemiah 2, we see how God positions His people for His mission. Through prayer, courage, and decisive action, Nehemiah steps through the open doors God placed before him. This message challenges us to recognize the doors God is opening in our lives, to face fear and opposition with faith, and to step boldly into the work of rebuilding together.

Broken Before Rebuilt

September 7, 2025 • Miguel Candelario • Nehemiah 1

Rebuilding doesn’t start with bricks—it starts with brokenness. In this first message from our Rebuilt series, we look at Nehemiah’s tears, prayers, and calling. What breaks your heart that also breaks the heart of God?