Remember that phrase “you can talk the talk, but can you walk the walk?” As believers and followers of Christ, it can be all too easy to fall into the pattern of talking the talk, rather than focusing on the walk. In today’s message, Pastor Carlos reflects on Paul’s admonition to the Church in Corinth to surrender to the power of the Spirit. In his study, you’ll learn the importance of walking in the truth and power of the Spirit as opposed to simply gaining head knowledge and repeating spiritual catch phrases.

e continue our study through 2 Corinthians with a message titled “Unveiled Glory” from 2 Corinthians 3:7–18.

Many people spend their lives trying to change themselves through effort, religion, or self-improvement. Yet Scripture teaches that true transformation does not come from looking inward; it comes from looking to Christ.

In this passage, Paul contrasts the glory of the Old Covenant with the surpassing glory of the New Covenant. He reminds us that through Jesus, the veil that blinds hearts is removed, giving us direct access to God and the freedom to be transformed by His Spirit.

Join us as we discover:

• Why the New Covenant is greater than the Old Covenant

• How spiritual blindness is removed through Jesus Christ

• What it means to live in the freedom of the Spirit

• How God transforms us as we behold the glory of Christ

Whether you are seeking God, struggling with spiritual growth, feeling distant from Him, or simply wanting to understand the New Covenant more deeply, this message will encourage you with the hope and freedom found in Christ.

The veil has been removed.

The Spirit brings freedom.

We are being transformed from glory to glory.

Hoy continuamos nuestro estudio de 2 Corintios con un mensaje titulado “Gloria Sin Velo” de 2 Corintios 3:7–18.

Muchas personas pasan su vida intentando cambiarse a sí mismas por medio del esfuerzo, la religión o la superación personal. Sin embargo, las Escrituras enseñan que la verdadera transformación no viene de mirarnos a nosotros mismos; viene de mirar a Cristo.

En este pasaje, Pablo contrasta la gloria del Antiguo Pacto con la gloria superior del Nuevo Pacto. Nos recuerda que, por medio de Jesús, el velo que ciega los corazones es quitado, dándonos acceso directo a Dios y la libertad de ser transformados por Su Espíritu.

Acompáñenos mientras descubrimos:

• Por qué el Nuevo Pacto es superior al Antiguo Pacto

• Cómo la ceguera espiritual es removida por medio de Jesucristo

• Lo que significa vivir en la libertad del Espíritu

• Cómo Dios nos transforma al contemplar la gloria de Cristo

Ya sea que esté buscando a Dios, luchando en su crecimiento espiritual, sintiéndose distante de Él, o simplemente deseando comprender más profundamente el Nuevo Pacto, este mensaje le animará con la esperanza y la libertad que se encuentran en Cristo.

El velo ha sido quitado.

El Espíritu trae libertad.

Estamos siendo transformados de gloria en gloria.

Have you ever heard the old saying, “You can catch more flies with honey than vinegar”? When it comes to The Gospel, God’s mercy and grace are a sweet honey indeed, while constantly focusing on failures sounds as appetizing as drinking vinegar. In today’s message, Pastor Carlos reflects on the intent behind Paul’s letter to the Church in Corinth. In his study, you’ll learn how Paul’s letter wasn’t only a letter of rebuke, correction, and exhortation, but a reminder of the faithfulness of God to those in Christ.  

We continue our study through 2 Corinthians with a message titled “Living Letters” from 2 Corinthians 3:1–6.

God’s desire is not simply to change what we do, but to transform who we are. In Christ, we become living testimonies of His grace, known and read by those around us.

Join us as we discover how the Holy Spirit writes God’s truth upon our hearts and how our lives can become a testimony of God’s grace to a watching world.

📖 2 Corinthians 3:1–6

Living Letters

Esta semana continuamos nuestro estudio en 2 Corintios con un mensaje titulado “Cartas Vivas” de 2 Corintios 3:1–6.

El deseo de Dios no es simplemente cambiar lo que hacemos, sino transformar quiénes somos. En Cristo, nos convertimos en testimonios vivos de Su gracia, conocidos y leídos por quienes nos rodean.

Acompáñenos mientras descubrimos cómo el Espíritu Santo escribe la verdad de Dios en nuestros corazones y cómo nuestras vidas pueden convertirse en un testimonio de la gracia de Dios para un mundo que nos observa.

📖 2 Corintios 3:1–6

Cartas Vivas

Many of us have fallen victim to the consequences of skimming over instructions, only to have to go back and find out where we went wrong. Whether it’s a complex project or important lessons for an upcoming exam, it’s crucial that we take in everything, not just portions. How much more so when it comes to The Word of God! This is the mission behind the Heart of Austin Podcast with Pastor Carlos. With each episode, you’ll receive an informative, verse-by-verse message that’s sure to be transforming!   

What kind of influence are we leaving behind?

Long after people forget our words, they often remember our influence. Long after a conversation ends, something remains. Paul reminds us that every believer carries the fragrance of Christ wherever they go.

In this passage, we will discover that God can be working through us even when we are carrying burdens, that Christ leads His people in triumph, and that our lives are called to reflect Him in a world that desperately needs hope.

Join us as we discover:

• Why open doors do not remove life’s burdens

• What it means to be led in Christ’s triumph

• How our lives spread the knowledge of Christ wherever we go

• Why faithfulness matters more than popularity or results

• What kind of spiritual fragrance we are leaving behind

Whether you are carrying a burden, walking through a difficult season, seeking direction, or simply wanting to grow in your walk with Christ, this message offers encouragement and hope from God’s Word.

People may forget our words.

But they rarely forget our fragrance.

Continuamos nuestro estudio en 2 Corintios con un mensaje titulado “La Fragancia de Cristo”, basado en 2 Corintios 2:12–17.

¿Qué clase de influencia estamos dejando detrás?

Mucho después de que las personas olvidan nuestras palabras, suelen recordar nuestra influencia. Mucho después de que una conversación termina, algo permanece. Pablo nos recuerda que cada creyente lleva la fragancia de Cristo dondequiera que va.

En este pasaje descubriremos que Dios puede estar obrando a través de nosotros aun cuando llevamos cargas en el corazón, que Cristo guía a Su pueblo en triunfo, y que nuestras vidas están llamadas a reflejarlo en un mundo que desesperadamente necesita esperanza.

Acompáñanos mientras descubrimos:

• Por qué las puertas abiertas no eliminan las cargas de la vida

• Qué significa ser guiados en el triunfo de Cristo

• Cómo nuestras vidas difunden el conocimiento de Cristo dondequiera que vayamos

• Por qué la fidelidad es más importante que la popularidad o los resultados

• Qué clase de fragancia espiritual estamos dejando detrás

Ya sea que estés llevando una carga, atravesando una temporada difícil, buscando dirección o simplemente deseando crecer en tu caminar con Cristo, este mensaje ofrece ánimo y esperanza a través de la Palabra de Dios.

Las personas pueden olvidar nuestras palabras.

Pero rara vez olvidan nuestra fragancia.

What happens after repentance?

Many people understand correction. Many people understand consequences. But what does biblical restoration look like when someone genuinely turns back to God?

In this passage, Paul reminds us that sin affects more than just the individual—it impacts families, friendships, and the church. Yet he also shows us that God’s goal is not permanent shame, but restoration. The same grace that forgives us is the grace that teaches us to forgive others.

Join us as we discover:

• Why sin never stays isolated

• Why biblical discipline should lead to restoration

• How forgiveness protects the church from division and bitterness

• What it means to reflect the grace that Christ has shown us

Whether you are seeking God, carrying guilt from the past, struggling to forgive someone, or simply wanting to grow in your walk with Christ, this message offers hope and practical encouragement from God’s Word.

Our God is a God who forgives.

Our God is a God who restores.