Island ECC Podcast

In our "seen" world, we consider temptation simply as a desire to do bad things. However, in the "Unseen" world, Satan schemes to lure us to follow our evil desire not just to sin, but to turn away from worshipping God to worshipping Satan itself. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

The enemy of your soul wants nothing more than to destroy you, but you have been given an effective strategy for overcoming the enemy: it requires your diligent awareness and willingness to fight. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

There are forces in our world that we can't see. Forces that are trying to attack us. What do we do? How do we overcome these schemes that are devised against us? The Apostle Paul teaches us how to be prepared and shows us the equipment we will need to be ready. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Baptism is an event celebrated by Christians everywhere but through the ages, many Christians have held different beliefs. This message clarifies what we believe about baptism, and how it historically came to be a core tenet for all Christians. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

There are 100 uses in the New Testament of the phrase, "one another". Emphasising how followers of Christ are to engage with one another, we are given a detailed account of what our relationships look like. Submit. Confess. Forgive. Bear with. Carry. You simply can't "one another" if you don't have community around you. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

"Failure to launch" is a term ascribed to adults who refuse to take on adult responsibilities. In the Christian life, it's entirely possible to similarly fail and not experience the natural trajectory of growth that God has in mind for us all. Understanding how God works enables us to see God at work in our lives. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Eric spent his first two years in Asia as a missionary in China to university students before joining the team at Island ECC six years ago. Since then, his wife, Katie, and he have had two awesome and rambunctious little ones who they love to adventure with around this city. In his "spare time," Eric enjoys hiking, photography, cold brew and travel hacking. Watch this and other messages in video a...

Shannon moved to Hong Kong in 2001 to be a part of Island ECC, she is the mother of 4 kids ages 16-23. She is also the mom to two 6-year-old French bulldogs. She worked as the school nurse for HKIS for 10 years and currently serves as the Director of Community Outreach at Island ECC. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Leora is originally from El Paso, Texas, right on the border of Mexico – so she's always loved being in culturally rich and diverse locations. She's served as the Director of Creative Communications and Worship at Island ECC for almost 9 years, alongside her husband Jeff. Her favourite pastimes are writing music in their home studio, camping near the ocean, snorkelling, or watching any movie wit...

Kwen has lived her life in equal measure in Malaysia, England and Hong Kong. She has served as Director of Women’s Ministry at Island ECC since 2014. Kwen is married to Alex and they have 3 wonderful adult children. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Jeff is from a small town close to a bigger town you've never heard of in Indiana, USA. His love of music technology and production led him to becoming one of three certified Ableton Trainers in Hong Kong, which has lent itself to the dynamic worship sets he leads weekly. He's married to Leora and has been loving life in Hong Kong for over 10 years this summer. Watch this and other messages in vid...

Jared serves in middle school ministry at Island Youth and has been in Hong Kong for 1 year. He was originally from the United States. Jared’s favourite things to do are talking with people, skateboarding around the city, eating all the tasty foods, petting random animals, and doing anything involving adrenaline. If Jared were to describe himself in three words, it would be: crazy, extroverted, an...

Jessica Richmond has worked at Island ECC for the last 5 years and has had the pleasure of overseeing its Youth Ministry. She has been married for 6 years to Kane Choy and, as a couple, their motto is: "The couple that games together, stays together." Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Jeff is likely the most easily recognisable person on Island ECC staff, being the only bald Australian Asian. He spends his time at Island Youth and enjoys spending quality time with close family and friends over coffee and brownies, and pushing his body through running and cycling. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

With God, waiting time is never wasted time; but in order to redeem the time where we sense God may not be responsive, we have to ask the right questions to realise how God is at work in our midst. A look at John 4 and the healing of the official’s son reveals not just a miracle of healing, but a guideline for deeper faith. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

What makes your summer better? Is it that dream holiday destination you finally get to go to? Is it because you can take time to chill? While all these sound wonderful, you know that summer is better when you are with God. Summer is better when there is peace and harmony in your heart and summer is better when you are passionate about compassion! Let’s dive in together and see how God can make you...

Weddings are always a celebration and fun time, but poor planning almost brings shame to the wedding at Cana until Jesus performs a miracle to keep the party going. More than just providing for a good celebration however, Jesus radically introduces His ministry as the source of all great joy. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Perhaps the most insidious enemies of our heart is greed. You’ve met people who will confess their struggle with anger, sexual purity, or almost any other temptation; but rare is the person who sees greed as a looming threat to the health of their soul. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Guilt can be a gift, but only if properly understood and dealt with. If not, it can lead to shame, isolation, and general misery. Embrace the guilt! You can’t be free until you realise you’re not. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Below the surface of our well-maintained exteriors often lies a powerful force of comparison and jealousy. A look at Psalm 73 reveals an insightful analysis of envy and how to offset this destructive force with a genuine contentment. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

A few of us would readily admit we have an anger issue mostly because the evidence and witnesses are so plentiful, but more of us likely have a low-grade, simmering anger – one mostly controlled, hidden away, yet equally toxic and ready to destroy. This sermon looks deeper into this anger that we think is under control. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

When promised an "intimate relationship with God", many of us are left either disappointed or wondering what is missing to bring about that experience. This sermon explores two essential elements for drawing near to God. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

We all have people in our lives that drive us crazy. Their control and criticism can ruin our day, or worse, distract us from the joyful life God has called us to. This sermon shares biblical wisdom on how to address these people in our lives. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

We all have people in our lives that drive us crazy. Their control and criticism can ruin our day, or worse, distract us from the joyful life God has called us to. This sermon shares biblical wisdom on how to address these people in our lives. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .

Most of us will spend more hours each day with our colleagues than with our family and friends. And yet, recent studies show 32% of people are unhappy at work. We will look at how our faith can lead us to be more fulfilled at work and experience a greater level of satisfaction. Watch this and other messages in video at www.islandecc.hk/messages .