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Island ECC Podcast
by Island ECC
Weekly audio messages on the world-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ and the life-changing love of God from Island ECC in Hong Kong. For more resources and to get connected with us, visit our website at www.islandecc.hk
Episodes
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Anchored: Choose Trust
Trust is the cornerstone of our relationship with God. But what does trust look like in everyday life? Through the story of Joseph, we will explore what it means to trust in the Lord through life’s ups and downs, even when things do not go as planned.
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Anchored: The Confidence in Belonging
Self-confidence can be seen as a virtue in our world. Many of us tend to rely on ourselves to prove that we’re strong and we have everything together. While it is usually good to be confident, it can lead to trouble when we think too highly of ourselves and forget God in the process. How can we...
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Anchored: The Strength of Vulnerability
We were all made in the image of God, who is intensely relational. That means we were made for connection, both with God and others, and yet we are also bent on self-preservation. This struggle, to be known and yet also to feel safe, can lead us to frustration, loneliness, and fatigue. But the...
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Anchored: The Freedom of Self-Forgetfulness
The world is teaching that you must demand to be noticed. Fight for your place, and ensure your proper recognition is given. But being noticed by God is much more rewarding and much less exhausting.
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Anchored: The Discipline of Holy Grit
Studies show that the greatest predictor of future success isn’t IQ or athletic talent, but grit. Which is defined as long-term resilience for a single goal. This is just as true in our spiritual lives; resilience can be the dividing line between a vibrant faith and a stagnant one. So, how do we...
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Anchored: Hope for Our Soul
We all have hope imposters – sources of hope that may sooth our souls for a moment but cannot provide steady, ongoing encouragement. That depth of hope is only found in Christ.
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Bold Faith Sunday: Always Building
God has always been about building. A tent, a temple, a church. But beyond the bricks and mortar, what thrills Him most is what He’s building in you.
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Hidden Stories: Upside-Down Banquet
Many of us live with a constant and crippling anxiety: Do I actually belong here? In our heads, we know we are accepted, valued, and safe. But in our hearts,. we feel like an imposter. This can also be true when it comes to the Kingdom – we simply feel like we don’t belong. How do we close the…
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Hidden Stories: Mercy and Justice
Lingering bitterness, also known as a lack of forgiveness, is a joy-killer in our lives.
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Hidden Stories: Hidden Life
Jesus begins His teaching on the Kingdom with a story about listening. The Parable of the Sower invites us to examine what happens when God’s Word reaches us, and how hidden life can become lasting fruit when the Word is received in faith and held onto.
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Selah: Fear of the Lord
David penned a psalm while fleeing through the wilderness and hiding in a cave. In it, he addresses what it means to fear God. So what does it mean to fear God, and how do we cultivate a greater fear of God in our daily lives? How do we make sure that the fear of God is not merely an idea in our...
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Selah: Forget Not
In Psalm 103, David preaches to his own soul, intentionally remembering the character and benefits of God until forgetfulness gives way to praise. This message invites us to practise gratitude not by denying what is painful, but by reminding ourselves that God is God, and God is good.
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Selah: Forgiveness
Psalm 51 is both David’s confession of sins and a great song about forgiveness and restoration. It is full of emotion yet rich in theology. It is poetic yet practical. It is a great song from which we can learn about the journey of divine forgiveness.
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Selah: Beyond Vengeance
Injustice and unfairness are inevitable parts of life. When facing these trials, what truth can we firmly hold onto? Is waiting for divine justice our only option, or is there a deeper peace available to us right now? In week three of our Selah series, we dive into Psalm 139 to discover powerful,...
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Selah: Tent, Clock, Table
Have you ever felt like you're on the wrong train – exhausted, distracted, arriving somewhere you never intended to be? Moses knew that feeling well. In Psalm 90, he offers a guide for the wandering soul. Through three simple anchors – The Tent, The Clock, and The Table – we'll explore how to…
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Selah: The Don’ts and Do’s of Happiness
What brings you delight?
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Tuning In: God Speaks Through Others
Using 2 Corinthians 5:17-20 as a theological foundation, this message illustrates specific ways God can speak to us through other people. Since it can be difficult to discern if what people say to us really comes from God, four key questions are offered to assist with such needed discernment.
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Tuning In: When God is Silent
The silence of God is always purposeful. It never means He is angry, apathetic, or absent.
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Tuning In: Show Me a Sign
Many of us are desperate to hear from God. Not just in the general ways, but in specific, heartfelt ways that speak directly to our immediate needs.
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Tuning In: The Bible Disconnect
We’ve often been taught that the Bible is God’s voice. If we truly believed that, why is it so hard for us to read it on a consistent basis? And why does it sometimes seem like it remains silent in our lives? Today we explore the disconnect, and examine how a perspective change on the Word of God...
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Tuning In: The Gentle Whisper of God
The everyday christian experience should be lived with the expectation of hearing from God. Not necessarily in dramatic ways, but in the ordinary push and pull of life.
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Tuning In: Hearing the Voice of God
It’s the most important thing you’ll ever do, actually. To hear the voice of God. And yet it’s easy to tune out, listen to other voices, or simply go it alone. But to hear God’s loving direction in our lives will save you from pain, comfort you in struggle, and provide meaning for your life.
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Romans 8: No Separation
We’ve reached the end of our series on the chapter of Romans 8 and it’s time to add the final ingredient to our theological sandwich. Paul begins this chapter with the idea that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ, and ends with the profound promise that there is no separation…
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Romans 8: God is for Us
It may be that every accusation we hear from the outside world or suspect inwardly is real. Romans 8 will show us that the charges may be real, but they are no longer relevant because the verdict has been handed out and the punishment paid by Jesus. This passage will compel us to live in light of...
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Romans 8: All Things Together for Good?
Life is hard. God is good. How do we reconcile these seemingly contradictory truths?
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Romans 8: Liberated from Bondage
Many of us struggle to believe that God is active in our time of need. It often feels like we’re stuck in difficult cycles of sickness or hardship without any relief. However, God does promise a specific kind of help that is always available to us. This sermon will explore what that help looks…
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Romans 8: Adopted by God
Being a child of God has amazing benefits as well as transformative power in our lives.
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Romans 8: Governed by the Spirit
We can often feel like we’re living as hypocrites. We want to live in a righteous way, but something in us keeps pulling us towards sin. In this second sermon of the Romans 8 series, we hone in on verses 5-13 as we look at this hidden battle raging within us. We will also explore what it means…
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Romans 8: No Condemnation
In arguably the weightiest chapter of the new testament, Paul describes with great enthusiasm the beauty of living in Christ. There is now no condemnation!
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Easter Sunday: Proof of Life
It’s Christianity’s pinnacle day. Resurrection Day. But even if we’re convinced that a historical resurrection actually occurred, what difference does it make for us today?
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The Way: Triumphal Entry?
Palm Sunday commemorates the event of Jesus’ triumphant return to Jerusalem. But was it truly a joyous celebration? As the crowds celebrated, Jesus displayed grief and anger. Why this great contrast and what was going on in Jesus’ head? This sermon will seek to understand the massive disparity...
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The Way: The Upside-Down Kingdom
The invitation to follow Jesus involves a complete overhaul of our thinking, our values, and our behaviours. It’s counterintuitive and seems risky. But in fact, it is the path to freedom.
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The Way: Mercy, Not Sacrifice
In every society, there are outcasts – people who are at the fringes, ignored, or despised. While most societies move away from them, Jesus moves towards them. Jesus says, “I desire mercy, not sacrifice.”
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The Way: The Temptation of Jesus
Our struggles against temptation are far more sophisticated than simply avoiding “big” sins. Jesus was tempted in all ways and was without sin. His “struggle” gives us insight into our own struggles…
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The Way: Ordinary People
Fishermen and tax collectors. Not exactly the pedigree you’d expect for those who would start a religious movement. No theological training, no exceptional giftedness. But ordinary people who Jesus selected to do extraordinary things. Our greatest contribution to the kingdom may be a long line of...
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Chinese New Year: Racing Through Opposition & New Year, New You
Hill Chau: As we live out God’s calling to build His Kingdom here on earth, we often face obstacles and challenges. The enemy will try to stop us from living out that calling through internal and external struggles in both physical and spiritual realms. How can we overcome these obstacles and...
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Chinese New Year: Fuel Our Worship & Weight or Wind
Carrie Lo: The Israelites were able to worship God with passion and excitement as they returned to Jerusalem and rebuilt the Temple because of their anticipation of God’s presence and their priority of worship (Ezra 1 to 3). We, as one body of Christ, are God’s Temple (1 Corinthians 3:16) and…
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Soul Garden: Don’t Throw Away Your Confidence
Perseverance is increasingly rare in our day. And yet for those who follow Christ, it will be a key component in maintaining a vibrant faith.
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Soul Garden: Sacred Edits
As the saying goes, sometimes less is more. And that is certainly true in our walk with God. Sometimes there are edits to be made in our spiritual life that prove to lighten our load and enhance our experience with God.
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Soul Garden: Worries That Choke
Is it realistic that we can have a worry-free life? Doesn’t that seem a bit irresponsible? And yet we are told to worry about nothing in Philippians 4:6. The effects of worry aren’t just a heavy mindset. Jesus tells us that unnecessary worry limits our growth in God. Your worrisome life can make...
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Soul Garden: Pruning for Life
Sometimes it can be hard to notice when God disciplines us. If the purpose of discipline is for us to learn and grow, then it is imperative to know when it is happening. So what are the signs to look for and what is the part that we play in our own discipline? To explore these questions, we will...
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Soul Garden: Where Are We Growing?
Desire is the engine of our hearts. We are always growing toward something. And while desire itself is not a bad thing, it can slowly become aimed at the wrong things. Today we will explore how our hearts are shaped by what we love and how God invites us to refocus our desires so we keep growing…
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Soul Garden: Above All Else
The wisest man who ever lived and the Creator of our souls agree on this, that who we are in our heart and how we care for our heart will determine the course of our life. We would be wise to lean in and pay close attention to the thing with which our whole life flows out of.
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Weary World Rejoices: Rejoice in Anticipation
As the excitement of Christmas fades, many experience a sense of withdrawal. Yet, did you know that Advent was originally intended as a season to anticipate Christ's second coming? The Christian life is meant to be a continual Advent, an ongoing longing for His return. Unfortunately, many of us...
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Weary World Rejoices: Rejoice in Opposition
We often embrace the concept of following a guiding star, but what happens when it leads us into opposition and uncertainty? At times, following God may feel like traversing a path that leads us away from our expectations. In those moments, how can we remain steadfast despite our doubts? In the...
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The Weary World Rejoices: Rejoice in the Struggle
The Christmas season is a time when we pause and reflect on the year. A time of peace, and celebration. But for many of us, we’re just tired. We’re weary because this year was hard, and right now, there’s a chance we’re not ready to rejoice. But what if God wants us to choose hope in the chaos?…
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The Weary World Rejoices: Rejoice in the Unexpected
If understood fully, disruptions in our lives are actually gifts to us. They remind us that we are actually not in control after all. But how can we actually learn to rejoice in the midst of life’s unexpected turns?
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The Weary World Rejoices: Rejoice in the Waiting
Advent, which begins on this Sunday, is the season to prepare and wait for Christmas. This is the first of four messages to dive into the words of O Holy Night – “the weary world rejoices”. The message offers a perspective on how you can genuinely rejoice during times when you are waiting for…
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Turning Tides: Not-So-Righteous, Righteous Anger
We often experience righteous anger when we face injustice in the world. However, sometimes this righteous anger can get the better of us and leave us bitter and resentful like Jonah. In this sermon, we look at the final chapter of Jonah’s story to uncover the warning signs of when our anger…
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Turning Tides: The God of Second Chances
How does failure impact you? For most, personal failure has a devastating effect. It brings shame, regret, self-loathing, and a desire to distance ourselves from others. But God comes to us in our failures, and allows us to experience mercy in a way that heals our deepest wounds.
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Weekly audio messages on the world-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ and the life-changing love of God from Island ECC in Hong Kong. For more resources and to get connected with us, visit our website at www.islandecc.hk
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