Pastor Alfredo (Freddy) Cortez Jr. has developed a 31-day devotional from his study of Jonah 1:17. Each day explores a different word, detail, or doctrinal truth from this single verse, with a reflection and a sample prayer.

The devotional reflects the importance of Jesus’ words in Matthew 4:4: “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God.” It invites readers to slow down, look closely at Scripture, and consider what God has placed in His Word.

How did our culture get to where it is today? Romans 1 reveals a timeless pattern of what happens when a society turns away from God’s truth—and while America is not named in the passage, the parallels are worth considering. Pastor Freddy's article explores that pattern and points us beyond cultural or political solutions to our true hope: the gospel of Jesus Christ.

When God seems late or life doesn’t unfold according to our plans, it can be difficult to understand what He is doing. Through the story of Martha and Lazarus, Pastor Freddy reminds us that God’s delays are not evidence of His absence, and calls us to trust Him even when His timing doesn’t make sense.

By allowing the ruler to reveal his confidence in his own goodness and his attachment to wealth, Jesus demonstrated that the Law exposes the true condition of the heart and our need to trust in God's grace rather than our own works. Read Pastor Freddy’s article for more.

Family, friends, careers, and other responsibilities all compete for our attention. Although these are good gifts from God, it's easy to let them take precedence over Him. In this article, Pastor Freddy encourages us to keep God first, trusting that when our love for Him is rightly ordered, the rest of our priorities will fall into place.

In this article, Pastor Freddy contrasts the failure of the first Adam in the Garden of Eden with the victory of Jesus Christ, the “last Adam.” Where Adam disobeyed God and brought sin into the world, Christ remained perfectly obedient, offering redemption for humanity through His righteousness.

What does it really mean to “work out” your salvation? In this article, Pastor Freddy untangles the difference between salvation and sanctification, showing how our daily walk flows from what God has already done within us.

In this article, Pastor Freddy explains that the true battle of the Christian life is an internal struggle involving a believer's thinking, choices, and response to God's Word.

In this article, Pastor Freddy reflects on Mary and Martha to show that genuine spiritual strength isn't about being busy or productive but about prioritizing fellowship with Christ.

What does it mean when Jesus says He came not to bring peace but a "sword?" In this article, Pastor Freddy describes how allegiance to Christ can unsettle familiar relationships, but ultimately secures deeper peace with God.

In this article, Pastor Freddy challenges you to set aside emotional bursts of effort tied to the calendar, and instead to allow the consistent study of God's Word to shape you throughout the year.

Will God ever abandon you for your sin? In this article, Pastor Freddy explains that while God warns believers about serious sin that can lead to divine discipline, Jesus Himself continually keeps and protects those who belong to Him.

We are living in a time when human connections are quietly being replaced by artificial voices. But as Christians, we need to pause, slow down, and ask—how should we think about this? In this blog article, Pastor Freddy argues that while AI offers helpful conveniences, we should be cautious not to rely on it for spiritual truth.

The recent government shutdown has left many anxious, uncertain, and unsettled. But as believers, we are called to lift our eyes above the headlines. Pastor Freddy exhorts us to redeem the time, despite our circumstances, in his latest blog.

In this blog article, Pastor Freddy walks us through the peaks, valleys, detours, and sometimes even breakdowns of the Christian walk. He compares your walk with Christ as a fire that begins with a spark, grows into a flame, and matures into a long-burning fire.

Our nation was shaken by the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Some followed his work, some didn’t. But whether you did or not, the shocking way his life ended reminds us of what Scripture has said all along: life is short, life is fragile, and tomorrow isn’t promised.

What does Jesus mean when He tells us to deny ourselves and take up our cross? This blog, by Pastor Freddy Cortez, explains that Luke 9:23 is not the way to receive eternal life, but the call to discipleship for those already saved.

People often misunderstand James 5:19-20. Some assume it means salvation from hell. But when read in context, it becomes clear this passage is addressing sin in the believer's life, not the loss of eternal salvation.

Discover how true spiritual transformation begins not with looking inward, but by fixating on Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit. Dive into seven life-changing truths from 2 Corinthians 3:18 that guide us from glory to glory in our daily walk of faith.

Everywhere you turn, the world is selling you a version of happiness. Can you really find it? Scripture answers with a resounding yes, but not in the way the world expects.