What does it really mean to live a resurrected life?In this message from Romans 6:3–4, Ps. Rafy Panlilio reminds us that Christianity is not just about outward symbols—but an inward transformation brought by Christ.Baptism does not save—it points to what has already happened inside us. Just like a wedding ring symbolizes a covenant, our new life reflects what Jesus has done in our hearts.At the center of this message are two powerful realities every believer must understand:1. Dead to SinThe old self is no longer alive. Through Christ, we are no longer slaves to sin. This means sin is no longer our default. This is why the Christian life is not about “bawal”—it is about being free to live holy.As Pastor Rafy emphasizes, when we continue living in the old patterns, it only shows that we are not fully walking in the truth of who we already are in Christ.2. Alive to GodA resurrected life is not just about what we avoid—it’s about what we now live for.Our bodies, our actions, and our daily decisions are now instruments for righteousness. God calls us not just to change behavior, but to live a life fully surrendered to Him.This message also challenges today’s mindset of “self-help Christianity”—reminding us that the gospel is not just about improving life, but about confronting sin and walking in true righteousness.Because of Jesus:You are no longer bound.You are no longer the same.You are now alive to God.

Preached last April 12, 2026, at GTC's 5:30 pm service.

What makes Christianity different from every other belief system?

It stands on one truth: the resurrection of Jesus Christ.

In this Resurrection Sunday message, Pastor Rafy Panlilio brings us back to the foundation of our faith through 1 Corinthians 15:3–8.

The resurrection is not just a story we remember once a year—it is the very core of what we believe and the reason we have hope today.

In this message, we are reminded:

1. The Resurrection is the Heart of Christianity

Without the resurrection, our faith is empty. But because Christ rose again, our salvation is real, our sins are forgiven, and our faith stands on solid ground (1 Corinthians 15:17–19).

2. The Resurrection is the Hope of Christians

Because Jesus lives, death is not the end. There is a future resurrection, a promised transformation, and an eternal hope for every believer (1 Corinthians 15:20–23, 51–53; 1 Thessalonians 4:14–18).

More than inspiration, this truth gives direction for how we live today:

“Therefore… be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord…” (1 Corinthians 15:58)

Because of the resurrection, your faith is not in vain.

Because of the resurrection, your future is secure.

Because of the resurrection, your life today has purpose.

Listen to the full message and be reminded why everything we believe rises or falls on the resurrection of Christ.

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In this message, Pastor Rod de Guzman unpacks Joshua 3:5 and reveals a powerful truth:“Consecrate yourselves, for tomorrow the Lord will do amazing things among you.” Many of us are praying for a “new season”—breakthrough in life, family, career, or ministry. But before the “tomorrow” of God comes, there is a call for preparation today. Through the journey of Israel—from wilderness to the edge of the Promised Land—this message reminds us that God is not just concerned about where we are going, but who we are becoming. Why does God require consecration before a new season?

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Before stepping into a new season, God calls us to graduate from the old.Last March 15, 2026, Pastor Rafy Panlilio reminded us that Israel’s season of exile was not wasted—it was a time of learning. And every true “graduate” in God’s Kingdom carries two marks:1. What you’ve learned — Faith and FaithfulnessLife is not sustained by what we have, but by what God says (Deuteronomy 8:3). True maturity is trusting God and remaining faithful in every season.2. What you’ve finished — Sin and old patternsYou cannot enter a new season while holding on to old cycles. Growth requires decisive obedience and leaving behind what no longer aligns with God.God is bringing you into a new season, but are you ready to graduate?

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As the New Season series continues, Pastor Rafy Panlilio delivers Part 4 titled “Entry to the New Season,” drawing from Ezra 1:1–5 and reminding believers that God actively moves to bring His people into the next chapter of their lives.The message begins with the fulfillment of God’s promise after Israel’s 70-year exile in Babylon. At the appointed time, God stirred the spirit of King Cyrus of Persia, allowing the Israelites to return to Jerusalem. This moment shows that when God’s promise is ready to unfold, He begins to stir hearts and circumstances to accomplish His purposes.Pastor Rafy explains that entry into a new season often begins internally before it becomes visible externally.1. God stirs up the spiritGod works first in the hearts of people—both in us and in those around us. As seen in Ezra 1, the Lord stirred the spirit of Cyrus and the hearts of the Israelites to take action and return to their homeland. Scripture reminds us that “it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill His good purpose” (Philippians 2:13).Sometimes God may stir people for us, opening doors and opportunities. At other times, He may stir people against us, using them as instruments of discipline and correction (see 1 Kings 11:9, 14, 23, 26). In every case, God remains sovereign and actively at work.2. God stirs up the situationBeyond stirring hearts, God also moves through circumstances. Like an eagle that stirs its nest to teach its young to fly (Deuteronomy 32:11), the Lord sometimes disrupts comfort zones to prepare His people for growth and transformation.Pastor Rafy reminds the church that difficult situations are not always signs of abandonment but may be God’s way of preparing His people for something greater. Even in uncertain moments, believers can trust that God’s plans remain good and purposeful (Jeremiah 29:11).The message concludes with a call to trust God’s leading. When the Lord begins to stir hearts and circumstances, the proper response is simple faith and obedience—saying “Yes, Lord,” and stepping into the new season He is unfolding.#GTCNewSeason

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As Grace Testament Church continues the New Season series, Pastor Rafy Panlilio delivers a message titled “Life in God’s Hands,” reminding believers that every season of life—whether difficult or hopeful—remains under the sovereign care of God.Drawing from Jeremiah 29:10–14, the message examines Israel's experience during their 70-year exile in Babylon. Though the exile resulted from disobedience, God assured His people that His plans were still for their welfare and future. Even in seasons of discipline, God was working out His purpose.This message highlights three truths when life is placed in God’s hands:There’s Hope – Hard seasons may be moments of discipline, preparation, or correction, but they are never the end of the story. God disciplines those He loves and uses those seasons to shape His people.There’s a Turning Point – God can change circumstances and redirect lives. Turning points may come through the situations God orchestrates or through a renewed commitment to seek Him in prayer. When people truly seek the Lord, they will find Him.There’s a New Season – God restores and rebuilds lives. True restoration is not merely external success but a life made whole through a deep relationship with Him.Pastor Rafy reminds the church that the greatest blessing of a new season is not simply improved circumstances, but a life restored, satisfied, and completed by God Himself.Because when your life is in God’s hands, there is always hope, a turning point, and a new season ahead.#GTCNewSeason

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As Grace Testament Church continues the New Season series, Pastor Rafy Panlilio brings a timely reminder from Isaiah 43:18: “Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.”In this message, Pastor Rafy explains that while remembering can help us learn, there are moments when forgetting becomes part of healing. Many people remain stuck in yesterday—held captive by past failures, painful experiences, or even former successes that prevent them from seeing what God is doing today.Using the story of Israel’s exile and restoration, the message highlights two truths believers must understand in stepping into a New Season:1. Forget the former things.Both painful memories (exile) and past victories (exodus) can hold us back if we dwell on them. God calls His people to move forward instead of living in the past.2. Look for what God is doing now.Isaiah declares that God is always doing something new: “See, I am doing a new thing!” (Isaiah 43:19). The Lord may work through miracles or providence, but in every season, He continues to move in fresh ways.This message challenges believers to release the past, discern God’s present work, and step into the new things He is preparing.Because with God, there is always a New Season ahead.

Grace Testament Church celebrates 70 years of God’s faithfulness.In this anniversary message, Ps. Rafy Panlilio reflects on the biblical significance of the number seventy and what it means for the church today. Drawing from Daniel 9:24 and Jeremiah 29:10, the message reminds us that in Scripture, seventy often marks the completion of a season in God’s timeline — and the beginning of a new one.As GTC enters its 70th year, this moment becomes both a time to look back with gratitude and to move forward with faith. The same God who sustained the church through decades of ministry continues to lead His people into the future.The message also calls believers to live wisely in what Scripture describes as a “grace period” — a time given by God for repentance, renewed devotion, and godly living while awaiting the fulfillment of His promises.Seventy years is not the end of the story.It is the start of a new season.Scriptures:Daniel 9:24–27Jeremiah 29:102 Peter 3:9–11Mark 1:152 Timothy 3:1–5Philippians 2:5–10📍 Recorded live during the Grace Testament Church 70th Anniversary CelebrationCaloocan City Hall Grounds | February 22, 2026

As Grace Testament Church continues its 70th anniversary celebration, Week 2 carries a timely message titled “New Season,” preached by Pastor Rafy Panlilio from Isaiah 61:1–4.

Looking back at Israel’s 70-year exile, the prophet Isaiah declared that after a season of discipline would come a season of favor. That promise ultimately finds its fulfillment in Christ—the One who brings restoration, righteousness, and lasting joy.

In this message, Pastor Rafy reminds the church that a New Season is not merely about external breakthroughs in finances, health, or success. More than circumstantial change, it is about spiritual renewal.

Isaiah 61 reveals three marks of a true New Season:

Rejoicing – God gives the oil of joy instead of mourning. Real joy flows from intimacy with Him. His presence is our true home.

Righteousness – Believers become “oaks of righteousness,” planted by the Lord for His glory. Our righteousness is not self-made but rooted in what Christ has done.

Restoration – God rebuilds what has been ruined. Through Jesus, the New Season has already begun, and restoration is available to those who trust in Him.

As GTC celebrates seven decades of God’s faithfulness, this message calls every believer to step into deeper intimacy, firmer righteousness, and confident hope for what God is about to do next.

Because of Christ, you are qualified for your New Season.

Life is full of transitions—and many people are not prepared for them. While change is inevitable, growth is always a choice. In this message, Pastor Zuriel Jacob Fermin reminds us that seasons of transition are not meant to replace us, but to refine us.Preaching from Deuteronomy 8, this message teaches that God uses transitions to shape our hearts, deepen our dependence on Him, and remind us of His faithfulness. Discipline, testing, and even delays are not signs of God’s absence but evidence of His loving work in our lives.We are reminded that:• Obedience to God is not restrictive, but life-giving• Blessings become burdens when the heart is misaligned• Refinement often comes before expansion• God humbles us, but He never abandons us• Saving grace brings us to Christ, while sustaining grace keeps us through every seasonThis message also calls believers to maintain reverence for God, humility in seasons of increase, and gratitude even in times of testing. True respect for God begins in the heart and flows outward into how we live, worship, and respond to Him.As we enter new seasons, this message invites us to do three things:1. Remember God2. Recognize His work3. Rest in His sovereigntyBe encouraged to trust the Lord in every transition—because the same God who brings you into a new season is the God who will sustain you through it.

Preached on February 1, 2026, at GTC's 5:30 PM Service.#LifeTransitions

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