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Pastor Marco teaches that the Transfiguration is far more than a dramatic moment in Jesus' ministry; it is a prophetic revelation of the resurrection, the rapture, and the coming kingdom. By placing the event at Caesarea Philippi—a center of pagan worship, false gods, and imperial power—he highlights the contrast between false saviors and the true Christ. Jesus' declaration that the “gates of Hades will not prevail” is grounded in His identity as the Messiah and fulfilled through His death and resurrection. The appearance of Moses and Elijah is central: Moses represents those who died in faith and were raised, while Elijah represents those who are taken alive, together forming a living picture of believers united with Christ. Jesus' transfiguration uses the same “metamorphosis” language Paul later applies to the resurrection, showing that what happened to Christ previews what will happen to His people.He further explains that the disciples' desire to build tabernacles reflects their belief that the kingdom had fully arrived, yet the Father's command—“Listen to Him”—clarifies that the cross must come before the crown. The Transfiguration reveals the “already, but not yet” nature of God's kingdom: it is present now through the Spirit and obedience to Christ, but will be fully realized at His return. Pastor Marco emphasizes that discipleship requires denying self, submitting to Christ's lordship, and living in readiness rather than spiritual sleep. The passage ultimately assures believers that whether they die in Christ or are alive at His coming, they will be transformed, gathered to Him, and share in His reign—making the Transfiguration a powerful promise of future glory and a call to faithful obedience today.

In this message, Pastor Marco teaches from Ruth 4:1–12 and highlights the cost of redemption through Boaz's faithful obedience at the city gate. The message shows how God's will is revealed through decisive, responsible steps and how true redemption always requires sacrifice. Ultimately, the story of Ruth points to Jesus—the true Redeemer—who paid the full price at the cross and secured our future by grace.

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In this segment, Pastor Marco introduces a study of Haggai by arguing that Christians need to “bathe” in God's Word by learning Scripture in its full-book context rather than relying on isolated verses, because God gave the Bible as books with coherent themes and purpose. He contrasts human wisdom (like Confucius, who mixed insight with historical errors) with Haggai's brief but fully reliable prophetic message, then frames Haggai's core call as “first things first”: God's work must take priority, and God's people must pursue purity so their needs are met and their anxiety is replaced by trust. Using the temple storyline (tabernacle → temple → Christ → believers as God's temple), he applies Haggai's rebuke to the New Testament church: neglecting God's work—building up believers through discipleship, evangelism, and mutual care—leads to spiritual and even practical dissatisfaction, while returning to God's priorities brings renewed obedience, reverent fear, and the assurance of God's presence: “I am with you.”

Pastor Marco frames Acts 1 as the necessary “what's next” after the resurrection: Jesus ascends, but His mission continues through a new body on earth—the church—by the power of the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes that Luke–Acts is one continuous account designed to connect later believers to the first generation, and he traces the Holy Spirit's role from Jesus' conception, baptism, temptation, ministry, death, and resurrection, to the church's commissioning. The core thrust is that Acts is not merely history; it is an invitation into an ongoing, dynamic relationship where resurrection power is experienced in holiness, boldness, gospel proclamation, and love for the lost—God's power working through human obedience.He then presses application: the Spirit is not only “in” believers but also comes “upon” them—an ongoing, renewing empowerment rather than a one-time event or a rigid “second blessing.” He links the timing of Pentecost to God's appointed feasts, portraying it as the moment the Word and Spirit converge for the church's witness, and stresses that believers are to wait, pray, fellowship, and move together in unity. The goal is not speculation about times and seasons but faithful action: to be Christ's witnesses outward from “Jerusalem” to the ends of the earth, resisting sin and division, and seeking fresh filling—“wind and fire,” boldness and holiness—so the church can carry the Great Commission in step with the Spirit and anchored in the Word.

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Amos concludes with a final, weighty question: will the story end in judgment, or will it end in restoration? Pastor Marco traces the unavoidable justice of God against persistent sin, while also highlighting God's mercy and covenant faithfulness that promises renewal beyond ruin. Amos does not minimize judgment—but it also refuses to leave God's people without hope. The closing vision points forward to God's rebuilding work, the restoration of what was broken, and the wideness of God's redemptive plan. This final teaching brings the series to its doctrinal and pastoral endpoint: God is holy, judgment is real, and restoration is possible only by God's grace.

Pastor Marco Garcia shares how he stepped into his calling and what it means to move into your next with faith—even without knowing all the details. In this episode of The Now and The Next, we talk about obedience, leadership, and trusting God fully. What does it take to step into what God is calling you to? In this inspiring conversation with Pastor Marco Garcia of The Way World Outreach (San Bernardino), we discuss: - How he discovered his calling to pastor - What “going to your next” really means - Why faith without full clarity pleases God - The power of full trust in uncertain seasons - How leaders can step boldly into what's next

In this message, Pastor Marco continues the Ruth series by showing how God works quietly through ordinary obedience. Through Ruth's faithfulness, we see that God's providence is often hidden in everyday moments, His kindness is experienced through people, and His grace humbles us before it lifts us up. Even when God feels quiet, He is actively at work, guiding our steps and caring for His people.

In Amos 8, the prophecy reaches a chilling clarity: the end is not hypothetical anymore—it is announced. Pastor Marco unpacks the urgency of this chapter, where God confronts exploitative economics, religious hypocrisy, and hardened hearts that refuse correction. The warning intensifies with the sobering reality of spiritual famine—a time when people will search for the word of the Lord and not find it. This teaching presses the seriousness of delayed repentance: there comes a point when repeated refusal produces consequences that cannot be negotiated away. Amos 8 calls listeners to respond while grace still invites.

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In this message, Pastor Marco continues the Ruth series by examining the cost of covenant faith. Through Ruth's decision to remain with Naomi, we see how pain reveals what we cling to, faith calls us to bind our lives to God, and true discipleship often requires sacrifice. Ultimately, this message points us to Jesus, whose covenant love invites us to remain faithful even when the future is uncertain.

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Amos 7 turns the spotlight fully inward: God measures His own people, not the pagans first. Pastor Marco explains why judgment begins in the house of God and how spiritual leadership, worship, and public religion can become corrupted while still claiming God's name. As Amos faces resistance for telling the truth, this chapter exposes the ongoing conflict between faithful preaching and a culture that demands comforting lies. The message is both warning and mercy—God confronts His people because He is holy, and because repentance is still possible while the warning is still being spoken.

Pastor Marco begins a new series in the book of Ruth by examining its opening tragedy. As Naomi experiences deep loss and growing bitterness, she does not abandon God but remains. This message encourages us to stay with God and trust Him even when He feels distant and life doesn't make sense.

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Amos 5–6 — Seek God and Live!!What does God actually want from His people? In Amos 5–6, the answer is not more empty ceremony, but genuine repentance and renewed devotion: “Seek Me and live.” Pastor Marco walks through Amos's urgent call to abandon false confidence, religious performance, and self-indulgent ease—and to pursue the Lord with integrity, justice, and righteousness. These chapters confront the danger of loving comfort more than truth, and warn against a spiritual life that looks “fine” externally while collapsing internally. The invitation stands: seek God truly, and live—because life is found in Him, not in prosperity, appearances, or national pride.

In this message, Pastor Marco teaches from Acts 18, where Paul visits Corinth. Paul not only started new churches, he strengthened them by teaching God's Word and empowering people for leadership around one mission. God still strengthens churches through faithful disciples who are willing to love, serve, and lay their lives down for the greater cause.

In this message, Pastor Marco explores how we can approach God in prayer when we face fear and the storms of life. Drawing from Mark 4:35–41, we are reminded that prayer doesn't always remove the storm immediately, but it anchors us to Jesus—the One who has authority over every storm we face.

Amos 4 — Hear This!In Amos 4, God's voice cuts through noise, comfort, and denial: “Hear this!” Pastor Marco calls attention to the prophetic warning that outward religion cannot cover inward rebellion—and that God's discipline is often meant to awaken, not merely punish. As Israel remains stubborn despite repeated mercies and warnings, the chapter becomes a mirror for any generation tempted to ignore God while enjoying God's gifts. This teaching is a direct summons to listen, repent, and prepare to meet the Lord with humility—before hardened patterns become irreversible.

In this message, Pastor Marco teaches from Acts 17, where Paul confronts a culture saturated with idols and misplaced worship. Engaging the leading philosophers of his day, Paul exposes their flawed worldview and points them to the one true God, ultimately focusing his message on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. In the same way, our world today is filled with modern idols that promise life but cannot deliver. True life is not found in an activity, ideology, or possession, but in a person—Jesus Christ, our risen Savior.

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Amos 2:6–3 — Crime and PunishmentThe spiral tightens, and Amos now lands on Israel's sins—crimes not merely “out there” among the nations, but inside the covenant community itself. Pastor Marco unpacks how God holds His own people to account for corruption, exploitation, and hypocritical religion, showing that privilege never cancels responsibility. In these chapters, God exposes the way injustice, greed, and spiritual compromise become systemic—and why judgment is not random but measured, moral, and deserved. This message confronts the false security of religious language without repentance, calling God's people to sober self-examination, accountability, and a return to covenant faithfulness.

In this message, Pastor Marco explores Acts 16 to illustrate how God's divine purposes often outrank our personal plans. By retracing Paul's second missionary journey, the teaching highlights the importance of living a Spirit-led life that is willing to embrace interruptions and closed doors as forms of redirection.

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In this message, Pastor Marco explores how we can approach God in prayer when we face disappointment or loss. Disappointment is not a sign of God's absence; rather, it may be evidence that He is at work in ways we cannot yet see. Even in our brokenness, we can find strength and comfort in knowing that God is still at work.

This week Pastor Marco begins a 7-week study in the Book of Amos. Pastor Marco Quintana introduces the Book of Amos and the prophet behind it—an unlikely messenger from Tekoa, a shepherd and tender of sycamore trees, sent to confront a prosperous but spiritually rotten nation. In this opening teaching, we explore why “majoring on the minors” reveals the righteousness and holiness of God, how prosperity can breed complacency and injustice, and why God's judgment begins with the nations before closing in on His own people. Amos is not a comfortable book—but it is a necessary one, exposing the seriousness of sin and the mercy of God who warns before He judges. Ultimately, Amos drives us to the hope of the gospel: the Savior who bore God's wrath so sinners can be forgiven and made right. The plan for 2026, for your future listening enjoyment, is to begin the new year with Amos, followed by Haggai, then Habakkuk. We'll begin April with an Easter message and then continue through the year in the Book of Mark. That will get us all the way to the second week of December where we'll finish 2026 with a series of holiday and Christmas messages from Pastor Marco. As with all plans, however, these may change, because our future is not up to us. Thank you for being a Moriel podcast listener, God bless!

In this message, Pastor Marco concludes the year with an overview of biblical fasting—explaining what it is and how we can use it to open ourselves to God's work and deepen our devotion to Him.

Pastor Marco Quintana of the Community Church of Devore discusses the rise of AI. Although Pastor Marco gave this prophecy update on August 4, 2023, AI is even more prominent today. It is rapidly becoming a major force in our society taking over businesses, media, and even jobs to the point that we don't even know it's happening. Next year, in 2026, AI is certain to become bigger than it has ever been and will provide a greater view into the future of mankind than we have ever seen - for good and bad. Who knows, will AI usher in the antichrist and the return of Jesus, or is it just another passing fad?

In this message, Pastor Marco teaches on the love of God in Jesus Christ. Love compels us to do extraordinary things and loved compelled Jesus to come as a baby and later go a wooden cross in our place to forgive us of our sins and redeem the world. Today, His love is available to everyone who calls upon His name.

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Pastor Marco Quintana of the Community Church of Devore delivers a special Christmas message.

In this message, Pastor Marco invites us to find peace by looking again at Isaiah's prophetic vision of the coming Messiah. As we rest in the truth that God is ruling and reigning even now, faithful to every promise, and as we surrender our lives to Him, we discover a steady peace that holds us firm in a dark and turbulent world.

Pastor Marco Quintana of the Community Church of Devore finishes a study in the Song of Songs or A.K.A the Song of Solomon.

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In this message, Pastor Marco invites us to examine four common idols where we often place our hope: comfort, control, approval, and power. These things promise life and security, but they can never deliver what our hearts truly long for. Only the hope we have in our coming Savior can give real life, joy, and fulfillment as we look forward to Jesus making all things new.

Pastor Marco Quintana of the Community Church of Devore continues a study in the Song of Songs or A.K.A the Song of Solomon.

In this message, Pastor Marco talks about how we can begin to steward the money God has given us. God has called us to enjoy every blessing He's given us but we should also save diligently, spend wisely, and give generously. When we follow God's blueprint for stewarding our money, not only will we experience the blessing of what He gives but we'll also experience the joy of living generously.

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Pastor Marco Quintana of the Community Church of Devore continues a study in the Song of Songs or A.K.A the Song of Solomon.

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In this message, Pastor Marco makes three biblical statements about time. We learn that life is precious and that we should never presume we'll be here tomorrow. Time is an invitation to live wisely and do good for others— and ultimately, our time belongs to God. As we embrace these biblical truths about time, they should shape us to live with urgency and greater purpose.

Pastor Marco Quintana of the Community Church of Devore continues a study in the Song of Songs or A.K.A the Songs of Solomon.

Join Jay, Pastor Marco, Davy, and Elon as they discuss the events of October 7, 2023 and the captivity of the hostages.

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Pastor Marco Quintana of the Community Church of Devore continues a study in the Song of Songs or A.K.A the Songs of Solomon.

In this message, Pastor Marco lays out a basic theology of work. We see that work is God's idea—He designed it to give us purpose and to allow us to serve others with the gifts He's given us. Because of that, our work becomes an act of worship to God and a way to bless the people around us.

In this episode of In the Room, the conversation centers on one of the most vital ingredients of spiritual growth: consistency. Building on Pastor Troy's recent sermon, our host, Reed, unpack what it truly means to stay consistent in your walk with God, from daily Bible reading to relationships and everyday habits that shape who we become.Joined by Naomi and Pastor Marco, the team shares personal stories, practical strategies, and honest reflections on maintaining a steady spiritual and personal life, even when motivation fades. They also discuss the power of starting new habits at any moment, not waiting for the perfect time, just taking the next step.

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