This past Sunday we continued our Spirit series as Pastor Rheva encouraged us through her talk on the gift of prophecy. This is a gift that we believe is still alive and active today. All believers are designed to hear God's voice and have access to this gift as part of their relationship with Him. The talk seeks to demystify prophecy, explaining that it is not about titles or dramatic proclamations but about communicating God's message in a way that builds up and encourages others. Prophecy is not restricted to certain personalities or statuses—it is for all believers. In this talk, there is a call for believers to embrace and develop their prophetic gifts, using them to serve both the church and the broader community in humility, wisdom, and love. When we receive prophetic words, the bible tells us that we are to test them (1 Thessalonians 5:20-21) and the questions below were provided to help us test and process what has been given to us.Does it agree with Scripture?Is it consistent with the character and nature of God?Does this resonate with me?How do family, friends, and leaders who love me feel about the word?Do I trust the source? Does this person have any reason to control or manipulate me? Would this person receive any personal benefit from my following this prophetic word?Does it glorify God and draw me close to Jesus?Does my trusted community believe this word or parts of it reflect what God is speaking to me right now?For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

As we reach the halfway point in our “SPIRIT” series, our hope is to approach the gifts of the Spirit with openness, allowing room for growth, rather than rigid definitions. For over 2,000 years, the church has been discovering the depth of the Spirit’s work and our journey should be marked by both curiosity and surrender.Different Christian traditions emphasize various aspects of the Spirit’s work and labels like "Spirit-filled" can be misleading. Paul highlights the Spirit’s role in redemption and new life, while Luke focuses on empowerment and miracles. Rather than viewing these as opposing perspectives, we should embrace the richness they offer, recognizing the Spirit’s diverse and dynamic activity.Whether one sees the gifts as fixed lists or open-ended expressions, scripture makes it clear that they exist to equip believers for God’s mission. From prophecy and healing, to teaching and acts of service, these gifts build up the body of Christ. Regardless of one’s stance on their continuation, the call remains the same: to seek the Spirit’s work with openness, avoiding theological rigidity and embracing all that God desires to do in and through us.For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

This past Sunday Pastor Eric did part 2 to our “Spirit” series. He emphasized the Holy Spirit is not just a force but a divine Person—fully God and active in our lives. He teaches, guides, convicts, and empowers us, both in our spiritual growth and in fulfilling God’s mission. From the Old Testament to Pentecost and beyond, His presence has been vital in God’s plan for His people. Understanding His role helps us walk in greater faith, power, and obedience.Beyond His indwelling at salvation, the Holy Spirit also empowers believers in extraordinary ways. Scripture speaks of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit as a supernatural equipping for ministry and service. While different theological perspectives exist, one truth remains: every believer is called to be filled with the Spirit continually (Ephesians 5:18). This filling transforms our character (Galatians 5:22-23), strengthens our faith, and enables us to follow God’s leading with clarity and confidence. It’s not about labels or divisions but about living a life fully surrendered to God’s power and presence.As we continue to seek a deeper relationship with God, let’s remain open to the Holy Spirit’s leading—through faith, prayer, surrender, and obedience. Whether through gifts, guidance, or boldness in our witness, He is working in and through us. We encourage you to reflect on how the Spirit is moving in your life and seek His filling daily.For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

This Sunday, Pastor Candace shared her talk entitled, "The Dwelling Place".There are callings that we long to step into, people we long to be, and things that we’ve been praying for, to come to pass. A key part of us growing into all of this is being full of the Spirit of God, growing our understanding of God’s heart for us, and learning to walk with Him.From the garden to the grave, God’s heart was always to be with us, and it’s important for us to understand the context for Him putting His Spirit in us. In the new testament Jesus steps on the human scene and is the fulfillment of what was prophesied. He paid the ultimate price of giving His life to reconcile us to God. INCREDIBLE!In all His extravagant love, He didn’t stop by just coming to be with us (Immanuel), but He also came to dwell in us!Where we choose to live is a big thing. We get to choose what our favorite location is for our house (if we love living by the ocean or in the mountains). We all have ideas of what our dream home looks like.The most lovely and humbling thing is that the God of all the universe who can make His home anywhere, loves us so much that He chooses us to reside and dwell in us. This love and desire is the foundation of us having His Spirit inside of us.Jesus speaks of this in John 14:15-17 NIV“If you love me, keep my commands. And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.We were God’s dream dwelling place and where He wants His Spirit to resideFor more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

It was Heart and Vision Sunday here at STUDIO. Pastor Eric and Candace shared their heart and vision for 2025 and the three overarching goals for the year. Then the water pipes in our building burst, so we had to shut all the water off and cancel the second gathering. Shout out to everyone that came and for those that came to the 2nd gathering, only to find out we had to cancel. You are amazing. We are so excited and expectant for what’s ahead in 2025. We would LOVE it if you took some time to watch the video or listen to the podcast to hear where we are headed. Get ready for the beginning of a new teaching series starting this Sunday titled, SPIRIT: Gifts, Lifestyle, Character and Humanity. Get ready to learn, grow, and to be activated in the gifts.For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

On our 3rd Birthday, we had our friend Pastor Lyle Phillips from Legacy Nashville share at Studio., He encouraged us and challenged us to "expect, expect, expect" and to posture ourselves as a church "that fruit is coming". His word to us as we enter into year 4 is to go back to the battlefields in our lives and remember what he has done because he is taking us into more victory. With this comes the reality that we are in a battle and there is a place of breakthrough waiting for us. He also shared God is calling us to be a place on the east coast for people to come that our thirsty and need refreshing. There is a gift on this house to be a place of comfort for the weary hearted. For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

Explore the power of strong faith, contagious hope, and enduring love in transforming communities. Personal stories highlight the vibrant culture of places like Santa Cruz and the vital role of local businesses. Reflect on the importance of selfless contributions and how they enrich both individuals and cities. Emphasizing responsibility, the conversation inspires listeners to engage actively in their communities, fostering a spirit of generosity that leads to collective well-being. Join in a heartfelt prayer for civic leaders and community flourishing!

On Sunday, Pastor Eric set the tone and posture as we step into this New Year with his talk entitled,“All we do is Win”. Romans 15:13 says,"Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit."Joy, Peace, and Hope are the beautiful words in this passage. Paul makes a strong connection showing that they come from the power of the Holy Spirit. Have you noticed these three words are often so difficult to keep and sustain in your life? He encouraged us to take a look within to see if the joy, peace, and hope is made by us or did it come from the Holy Spirit.Oftentimes, we create controlled environments thinking this is how we experience peace, joy, and hope in our lives. Yet despite our best efforts, it can’t be sustained. However, there is a peace, joy, and hope that comes from God. It can enable you to sleep in storms, feed thousands, where you can be in the thick of chaos, lack, confusion and still have peace, joy, and hope. This kind, comes directly from Him, and because He won….All we do is Win. Listen to this talk to hear more about what God has for us this year.For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

This week, Pastor Shayna moved us deeply with a talk that centered around the gift of Jesus coming to humanity to restore and redeem what was lost. In light of this, she shared with us the power of grace and gratitude. One of them depends on me and the other is a gift. Grace, we know, is a gift from God. Gratitude is a choice we get to make. It is a posture that life owes me nothing. As we celebrate Christmas and the birth of Jesus, let’s be people who walk in deep gratitude regardless of what is happening around us. This is the way for followers of Jesus to continually draw our attention to the story of Jesus’ birth and to place our attention on who He is to us.For more info, you can go to our website, check us out on Instagram, Facebook, or YouTube. If you would like to support STUDIO financially, you can do so here.Have a great week!

Dive into a thought-provoking exploration of submission in relationships, particularly within marriage. The discussion highlights mutual respect, love, and the importance of understanding one's divine worth. It challenges traditional views by presenting agape love as the foundation for healthy partnerships. You'll discover how Paul's teachings in Ephesians can reshape your perspective on love and submission, making it both practical and inspiring. Expect insights that may pleasantly surprise you!