Paul told the church at Thessalonica that it was God's will for them that they should be free from sexual immorality. Pray that God's people would live in light of who we are in Christ. It is God’s will that you should be sanctified: that you should avoid sexual immorality 1Thessalonians 4:3
welcome We are glad you are here as we launch into a New Year. As we do so, we look back at the unexpected events of 2020. I suspect that 2021 will have its share of unexpected events. All of which give us opportunities as followers of Jesus to think and live differently because of Jesus. And because of him we can offer real hope. As you read and watch,
Our desires and the ways of the Spirit often diverge. Pray that as God's people we will discern the difference ance experience the power of Christ to walk in the Spirit. For the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are in conflict with each other, so that you are not to do whatever you want. Galatians 5:17
During seasons where the Spirit of God is at work, the transformation of people becomes visible. Pray today that the evidence of people turning from sin and turning to God would be very evident. So I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. For the flesh desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the flesh. They are
We are getting ready to journey through Paul's letter to the Philippians. The Apostle Paul was no stranger to emotional stress. Giving his life away for gospel ministry landed him in prison, and yet all he could talk about was the need to rejoice. As we go through this letter, we see some of the resources for the joy-filled Christian. The subtitle for this series is “Finding Joy Right Where
As we begin a new year, thank God that through Jesus Christ, the law of the Spirit of Life has set us completely free from the law of sin and death. Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death. Romans 8:1-2
During the month of November, we want to read through the Gospel of John together. We have designed this reading plan so that we have a couple of days to catch up each week – i.e. we will read 21 chapters in 30 days. We encourage you to share what stands out to you, what God’s Spirit makes come alive to you as you read. Share what you are learning
I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.
Here is an update on how OCC will be responding to concerns around COVID-19 in the immediate future. OCC & COVID-19 letter Dear OCC, As I am sure you are aware of, the COVID19 outbreak has now been labelled as a pandemic by the World Health Organization. You’ve heard that many sporting, entertainment and other gatherings have been cancelled. Currently (13 March), there is only one presumptive case of COVID-19
What is normal? (other than a setting on the dryer) What is the normal Christian life? What is to mark the life of one who calls themself a Christian, a follower of Jesus, a disciple? During the rest of lent (that period leading up to Easter) we are going to be exploring what is normal, in the sense of normative, for those who call themselves Christians. Commitment to Jesus Life
