Island ECC Podcast

In contrast to the public miracle earlier the same day in front of thousands, this famous sign miracle of Jesus occurs in the middle of the night where only his closest followers would see. As we dive further into John 6, we’ll see not only did John want to reveal to us who Jesus truly was, but also the unexpected way He prepared His disciples for their calling.

We focus a lot of energy on meeting our physical needs but often our souls are left unattended. We seem to be doing so well on the surface, and yet on the inside, we are running on empty. Jesus said, whoever comes to me shall hunger and thirst no more. As we look at the miracle of Jesus feeding the 5,000, may we invite you to explore and to eat the bread of life which Jesus promised is the answer...

Changing careers is a big deal. We sat down with Carrie Lo to discuss the variables that led her to leave her legal career in pursuit of ministry. In our conversation, we address the major things she learned about herself as well as advice for those who are contemplating a career change

What could be worse than 38 years of paralysis? Jesus heals a paralytic, but then He reprimands him. A stern reminder that physical healing is not our only need. Our souls need healing too.

We continue our series based on the 7 sign miracles in John’s Gospel with the second of these, a miracle by Jesus done from a distance. This miracle has important application to family life and to the importance of faith in Christ.

Kev, Jess and Shannon continue to discuss the various numbers within the Enneagram. They talk through the numbers: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 1.

There are seven “sign miracles” in the book of John. These are miracles that hint at who Jesus really is, but sometimes we misunderstand these signs and it causes us to have a distorted view of the person of Christ. We examine the first miracle of turning water into wine and try to understand what it really signifies.

There’s a lot in life that is uncertain. So it’s helpful to remember what we can know for sure, especially when it comes to our relationship with God.

Kev, Jess and Shannon sit down to discuss the importance of self-awareness and the benefits of personality tests. They then compare the enneagram to other personality tests and begin explaining the different personalities.

What does your life look like at present? Are you labouring for nothing or achieving something satisfying and meaningful? So, what is God’s calling in your life? In this sermon, we will explore God’s calling for us, and how we may engage in a life that is satisfying and meaningful.

If January is a month of fresh starts, February is a month of excuses. Well-crafted, plausible, and oft-repeated, these excuses often keep us imprisoned to being and doing all that God desires. It’s time to find victory instead of excuses.

Everyone everywhere understands basic plant biology, even in a concrete jungle like Hong Kong. The Parable of the Sower shows us how we can cultivate a faith that doesn’t easily wither and die, one that lasts and bears fruit for Christ.

Stumbling and falling is the #2 cause of accidental deaths. As dangerous as a physical fall may be, Jude gives us advice on how to not fall spiritually.

We’ve been through a lot over the last few years - and our world has been through a lot since the dawn of time. Every generation has struggles and hardships. However, the key to navigating these challenges is by remembering the hope we have from God.

Jesus invites us to come to Him in our weariness in order to receive rest. Let’s face it, many of us are exhausted and on the brink of burnout. However, when we try to come to Jesus, we don’t feel rested. In fact, many of us feel more burdened and stressed. So is it possible to find our rest in Jesus? If so, how can we practically do it?

We deeply crave connection. Both to God and to people. But most of us settle for a cheapened version of life, leaving us disappointed and disjointed. Don’t settle. Make Christ your life.

A Woven Story concludes with Mary, “the mother of Jesus who is called the Messiah.” Mary is one of the greatest examples of faith in all of Scripture. Her faith is a key part of the Christmas story and in God’s plan for the salvation of all humankind.

It’s a chapter we’d rather skip. A sordid tale that blemishes a hero and leaves us traumatised. But the sin of David and Bathsheba is redeemed, reminding us that there is no regret in our lives that isn’t covered by our repentance.

Continuing in this series that looks at the women woven into the story of Jesus’s birth, we examine Ruth, one of the most memorable Bible heroines. Known for her loyalty to her mother-in-law and her loving relationship with Boaz, there is much more to Ruth for us to encounter.

Among the 5 women listed in the genealogy of Jesus, Rahab makes a surprise appearance. Her story is sordid, but her faith is exemplary. Sometimes standing up for your faith means standing alone with your convictions.

To kick off our sermon series on the important women in the genealogy of Jesus, we focus on Tamar. Tamar’s story is filled with prositution, death and incest. Her actions are not examples of the way we should live, yet at the end of her story she is regarded as “righteous.” How is that possible? And what can we learn from her story so that we can live righteous lives?

Aswe wrap up our Open series, we’re talking about a faith that allows for open skies living. Dismantling the borders of fear and sin in our life enables us to live the abundant life designed for us by God, one that is embodied by openness and freedom.

When God closes a door, He opens a window. Hmmm. Is that true? It’s not actually a bible verse, but how does God use open doors to lead us in our lives?

Having a vision for life helps us navigate times of difficulty and times of triumph, it also helps us understand the purpose of our existence. For some of us though, we’re unsure of what that vision is. This sermon will look at Ephesians chapter 1 to see what the Bible says about the vision we are to have for life, and how we might start integrating it into our lives.

Most of us live our lives with emotional caution. Editing our emotions and nervously navigating relationships with fear of rejection or other misguided motives. But real freedom in Christ ushers in a lightness of living that is marked with emotional openness.