Blessed are the Poor in Spirit

So, today was a big day! We kicked off two brand new series! First service Ryan took us through the first chapter of the book of Daniel, and then during second service I (matthew) went through the first beatitude.

Now, one thing that I have noticed about the Beatitudes (Matthew 5) is that at a first glance, they seem to be quite superficial. As it turns out however, the Beatitudes contain extremely heavy content!

So, the first Beatitude we covered was: Blessed are the Poor in Spirit...



The above picture depicts a homeless person: someone who is poor. However, one thing we need to realize is that all of mankind is poor, in spirit. All of mankind is poor with regards to their relationship with God. He is perfect, while we are pitiful. The best part is, however, that the story doesn't end there! Christ died for our sins, in order to bring us back into that right standing with God. Christ died for us and rose again because we are poor in spirit.

The reason why the poor in spirit are blessed is because once someone realizes that they are poor in spirit, only at that point can they be saved. Once you come to the realization of your own sin you will see the need to have a savior! Who is your savior? Christ!

The Send Off

So, this last Sunday our very own got an official missionary send off during Ocean Hill's main service. If you didn't know, Nathan and his friend Matt (Dont worry i'm not his only friend named matt!!) are going off to Ohio! Now, why would these two young guys go to a place like Ohio? Well, God has placed on Nathan's heart the need for the people in Ohio to hear the gospel! There aren't very many churches out there and Nathan feels he has a calling to go out there and start preaching the Word of God!

I am very excited to see what God is going to do to and through Nathan during this missions trip to Ohio. It will be a very crazy time for Nathan, so keep him in your prayers! So, we are for sure going to stay in communication with Nathan and he will keep us updated on his trip to Ohio.

One question you should ask yourself at this point is: What will become of Agent 47?

The Big Week

So we have a pretty big week coming up at Amped! First off, I'm sure you all have heard about our new series through the book of Romans on wednesday nights, that will be starting on October 3rd. However, our series through the book of Romans won't be the only thing we will be kicking off that week. Check this out: Starting on Sunday September 30th we are going to starting two new series!

First service on Sundays at 9am, our very own Ryan Rojas will be taking us through the book of Daniel. He and I are both really excited to see how God will work through him and speak to you guys about the very awesome story of Daniel.

The other series that we are going to be doing is in second service on Sundays at 11am. Matthew will be diving into the book of... Matthew and will be teaching through the Beatitudes!

So, we have a very awesome week coming up at the end of September. Three new series starting: Daniel, Romans, and the Beatitudes! We highly encourage all of you to attend all three services because basically, every message will have a completely different topic! And so, for all of you "regulars" out there that come to both 1st and 2nd service, now you are going to be twice as fed as before! Getting two different messages every sunday morning!!

Meat and Potatoes

So, this wednesday is the end of our series through the book of Colossians. I just want to encourage you guys to come out on wednesday for the grand conclusion of "life in structure."

However, we are done with Colossians which means we need to start up another book. I've decided to to begin a new study in the book of Romans called: Meat and Potatoes. It all begins on October 3rd, so mark your calenders!

The Mall Hunt

So basically, the Mall Hunt was a ton of fun. Now, you are about to see our "disguises" however, mine was all about the comedy of it. I had so much fun walking around looking like Robert Goulet or perhaps Bert Reynolds. People gave me the funniest looks.

Not one group ever found Lindy and only one group found Kira. Ryan and I were found pretty much by every group though. I was definetaly the easiest person to find, however, my costume was the best!

The Mall Hunt

Hey everybody! Sorry that I haven't posted anything for a while, I have been really busy getting used to college life over at Biola University.

However, we do have an event coming up tomorrow. I'm sure you all know what it is about. But, for those of you who haven't been around at Amped lately, here are some details of what the Mall Hunt is all about:



How do you sign up?

You must sign up in person or email Matthew at: ampedjuniorhigh@gmail.com

Where do I go?

Students meet at the amped room at 6pm.

What's going on?

At 6pm, Evan Liewer the High School pastor, will walk everybody through what a "Mall Hunt" is. Students will gather with their assigned teams and driver. Once everyone is ready, all head on over to the Irvine Spectrum. After the game is over, everybody heads on over to In 'n Out (laguna hills mall) for some cheeseburgers.

What is a Mall Hunt?

Imagine yourself looking for a disguised criminal who has blended into a crowd.... well that is what the Mall Hunt basically is, however, we aren't criminals. The junior high leaders are disguised and are blending into the crowd at the irvine spectrum. It is your duty to locate them and get them to sign off on your score card that you found them.
How much is it?

To participate in the Mall Hunt is free, however, a #1 at in n out is $5.64 :)

The Engagement Party

So, Kira and I went to Ryan and Lindy's engagement party this last Saturday. Basically, we didn't know anybody, however, they had the best steak and beans I've had in a LONG time. I had probably 10 strips of steak and probably 2 bowls of beans. Ryan's mom truly knows how to cook some BEANS!! Did I mention that there was bacon in them?

Here at Amped we are all really excited for Ryan and Lindy's upcoming wedding!