Island ECC Podcast

The nation of Israel never seemed to rise above a roller-coaster experience with God. High highs followed by low lows. They did better then worse. They tried hard then forgot God. They made commitments then negotiated the terms. Our life may not be that different. On-again, off-again spiritual life. Promises made, promises broken. But there really is an escape from what seems to be an endless cycl...

Most people, most of the time, live lives of cloaked insecurity. We may appear to be full of self-assurance but usually when certain things are removed (our job, our looks, our respect) then our confidence evaporates. What if there was a better way? Gideon provides a case-study on an insecure man becoming a mighty warrior. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Most people, most of the time, live lives of cloaked insecurity. We may appear to be full of self-assurance but usually when certain things are removed (our job, our looks, our respect) then our confidence evaporates. What if there was a better way? Gideon provides a case-study on an insecure man becoming a mighty warrior. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

The cycle of sin is certainly powerful as well, but unlike the rising sun or the rotating earth, the cycle of sin is avoidable. Today we’ll have a look at the downfall of Samson, and ask ourselves, "How can we rise above the power of attractive lure of sin?" Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

The cycle of sin is certainly powerful as well, but unlike the rising sun or the rotating earth, the cycle of sin is avoidable. Today we’ll have a look at the downfall of Samson, and ask ourselves, "How can we rise above the power of attractive lure of sin?" Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

This is the first message in a four week series based on the intriguing Old Testament book of Judges, which recounts the repeated cycles of disobedience and destruction that the ancient nation of Israel encountered. Such cycles remain in the fabric of today’s world. This message delves into this ancient historical book to discover helpful principles for our spiritual lives, with use of the often o...

This is the first message in a four week series based on the intriguing Old Testament book of Judges, which recounts the repeated cycles of disobedience and destruction that the ancient nation of Israel encountered. Such cycles remain in the fabric of today’s world. This message delves into this ancient historical book to discover helpful principles for our spiritual lives, with use of the often o...

A christian party. Does that sound like a boring buzzkill? How should a christian party? Or better asked, how hard should a christian party? This message examines reasons for celebration that should raise your party game. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

A christian party. Does that sound like a boring buzzkill? How should a christian party? Or better asked, how hard should a christian party? This message examines reasons for celebration that should raise your party game. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Today, we move to the kitchen—a place where our cravings are satisfied… almost. Every day we encounter the feeling of hunger. Our appetites are strong and we have strong desires for many kinds of food. Some provide nutrition to help our body, while some foods, while very tasty, do us harm. In the same way, we hunger and thirst for desires that society offers. Yet, there is so much more beyond what...

Today, we move to the kitchen—a place where our cravings are satisfied… almost. Every day we encounter the feeling of hunger. Our appetites are strong and we have strong desires for many kinds of food. Some provide nutrition to help our body, while some foods, while very tasty, do us harm. In the same way, we hunger and thirst for desires that society offers. Yet, there is so much more beyond what...

A living room is a wonderful, warm and welcoming room where community happens. We were designed to live in community and we find the perfect kind of community when it’s centred around Christ. Kingdom communities were not meant just for our enjoyment and good times, but also as a witness for the glory of God. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

A living room is a wonderful, warm and welcoming room where community happens. We were designed to live in community and we find the perfect kind of community when it’s centred around Christ. Kingdom communities were not meant just for our enjoyment and good times, but also as a witness for the glory of God. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Authentic Community. It sounds good. It sounds like something everyone wants. It is one of Island ECC’s core values. Authenticity is one of those words that gets thrown around a lot. But what does it mean? What does God have to say about it? In this message, we will explore what it means to be authentic and how we can be authentic. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/message...

Authentic Community. It sounds good. It sounds like something everyone wants. It is one of Island ECC’s core values. Authenticity is one of those words that gets thrown around a lot. But what does it mean? What does God have to say about it? In this message, we will explore what it means to be authentic and how we can be authentic. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/message...

The bathroom always has a mirror. It’s there so you can get a glimpse of what you look like. But beyond your physical appearance, do you like who you are? This message examines how our faith in God enhances our core identity. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

The bathroom always has a mirror. It’s there so you can get a glimpse of what you look like. But beyond your physical appearance, do you like who you are? This message examines how our faith in God enhances our core identity. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

The bedroom is essentially where we rest our bodies at night in order to restore energy for the next day. We all need restoration in various aspects of our life. This message focuses on Psalm 43 and our need to continually recharge our spiritual intimacy with God. God desires to provide all our needs for restoration. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

The bedroom is essentially where we rest our bodies at night in order to restore energy for the next day. We all need restoration in various aspects of our life. This message focuses on Psalm 43 and our need to continually recharge our spiritual intimacy with God. God desires to provide all our needs for restoration. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

What you think about God will impact the quality of your life. If you are amazed by God, your life will be amazing. If you are confused by God, your life will be confusing. So… be amazed. It’s the only appropriate response. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

What you think about God will impact the quality of your life. If you are amazed by God, your life will be amazing. If you are confused by God, your life will be confusing. So… be amazed. It’s the only appropriate response. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Unlike many world religions, Christianity demands a thoughtful, mindful engagement. Skeptics point to apparent contradictions in the Bible, and as reasonable believers, we need to be able to defend our faith with gentleness and respect. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Unlike many world religions, Christianity demands a thoughtful, mindful engagement. Skeptics point to apparent contradictions in the Bible, and as reasonable believers, we need to be able to defend our faith with gentleness and respect. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

The basis of our faith in the Word of God is the eyewitness accounts of people who recorded events as they remembered them. Do the authors of Scripture have the same credibility as any courtroom witness today, and can we trust their testimony? Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

The basis of our faith in the Word of God is the eyewitness accounts of people who recorded events as they remembered them. Do the authors of Scripture have the same credibility as any courtroom witness today, and can we trust their testimony? Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .