Posts by Manny Rivera
Progression vs Digression
As a believer, to progress in Christ means to grow in Him. In God’s kingdom, progression is first internal before it manifests in the external. As His children, God wants us to live our lives from the inside out. All throughout scripture, God works “in us and through us” in order to establish His purpose…
Read MoreHey! Focus!
We’re just about finished with 1/3 of our 21 days of fasting. Victoria and I are believing that our time of prayer and fasting will bring us into a greater FOCUS in order to pursue the ONE who holds our destiny. Fasting is simply a simplification of life and a greater focus on the author…
Read MoreLayers of Lies
I’ve come to realize that the revelation of God’s truth is revealed to us in the removal of layers of lies. The first truth (the most important one) is coming to the knowledge and belief that Jesus is the way, truth and life and that He must become our Lord and savior. Once that is believed…
Read MoreA Word to Bulldog Fans
Now that I pastor in the great state of Georgia, my heart goes out to the faithful Georgia Bulldogs fans. They’ve been waiting for a championship for 38 years and last night they had the trophy in their hands until their opponent, the Crimson Tide of Alabama, took it and placed it among their other…
Read MoreThe Power of Expectation
We were all created with the ability to expect. There is power in expectation. Expectation is the catalyst to desired outcomes. The foundation of our expectation is faith and hope. And from that foundation, expectation becomes the channel God uses to establish his kingdom through us. Expectation fuels and empowers us to manifest God ordained…
Read MoreMy Master Key for 2018
In my research and studies last year, I accumulated excatly 40 different topics to write, teach and preach about in 2018. They range in categories such as, intentionality, wisdom, vision, success, timing, leadership, etc. This year the Lord has challenged me to embark in a writing season. I’m certain as I continue in this journey, I’ll…
Read MoreWhat I Learned in 2017
It’s hard to believe that 2017 is just a few hours away from ending. Out of 27 years of ministry, this year has been the most challenging as well as the most rewarding years in our ministry lives. 2017 contained the greatest transitions in our lives to date. Although we’ve never felt more in the…
Read MoreIt’s Time to Engage!
It’s difficult to explain what is happening at Discover Life Church. In the last four weeks we have seen an increase of hunger for God’s tangible presence as well as a holy curiosity for His Word. We have increased in every area of the ministry. And I’m being told that for that to happen during…
Read MoreWe Have an Opportunity!
In the two short weeks that we’ve been leading DLC (Discover Life Church) we’ve concluded that this wonderful congregation is on the threshold of a season of breakthrough and awakening. We’re more than certain that a great opportunity has been presented to DLC – an opportunity to respond to the invitation of Holy Spirit. He…
Read MoreUnderstanding Constant Change
Life, in order to be considered life, demands movement. Whether we like it or not, our lives are a journey. The simple mechanics of this journey is a continual forward progression. And within this forward progression of life is the constant process of change. Our journey on this planet has a beginning and an end.…
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