OCC Podcast

On this 75th episode James and Andrew talk through the purpose, mission, and vision of OCC and what we as the church body can do and expect this year. Enjoy!

OCC's purpose, mission, and vision cast for 2024

Ep. #74 - In the studio today, Dottie and James! How do you study the Bible? How can we be sure scripture lines up with scripture? Why does it take so long for Paul to be fearful? and so much more. Enjoy!

God can encourage us through friends, fruit, His presence, and His protection.

Ep. #73 - James and Brenton discuss the sermon "Reaching the 'wise' for Jesus", and respond to who are these wise people and how do you reach them? They also work through topics such as idolatry, evangelism, pride, Bible study habits, and have a blast answering a record breaking FOUR QUESTIONS! from the congregation. Enjoy!

In order to share the gospel with different people, we need to find some common ground, focus on God, and then ask 'the' question.

Ep. #72 - This week, James and Wesley talk through the wrap up of the Anchored series at OCC and discuss topics such as the canon of the Bible, how we can reveal God's kingdom and point to Jesus, definitions of obscure words, and even answer a question from a listener across the country! Enjoy!

We live in an upside-down world, but God calls us to join Him in turning the world right-side up.

Ep. #71 - On this episode, James and Forrest discuss the importance and significance of the color purple, the strength and resilience of Paul and Silas and how we can be so resilient as well, gaining conviction for our faith, how to discern someone is demon possessed, along with the distinction between divination and prophecy. Enjoy!

God saves people from different diverse backgrounds in diverse ways.

Ep. #70 - The best OCC duo in history teams up again to talk about Naomi, family services, purpose and vision, beloved Bible characters, how Proverbs is a book in the Old Testament, and a look ahead to our continuation in the Anchored series. Enjoy!

Wesley and Brenton look at the story of Naomi and see how her life can give insights to how we should handle 2024.

Episode #69 - In this special episode, Macy Green is back with her dad, Pastor James to talk about the conclusion of the our advent series, the Holidays, pigeons, angels, and much more. Don't miss out on this episode! Enjoy!

The Christ has come. Rejoice!

Ep. #68 - James and Wesley talk through the sermon 'Joy is coming' and how understanding the story of Christ - birth, life, death, and resurrection - gives us complete and lasting joy, and answer a few questions about what it looks like living with that knowledge. Enjoy!

There is a difference between happiness and joy. And the good news of great joy is because a Savior has come!

Ep #67 - James and Forrest talk through last week's sermon on love as well as take a deep dive into the dictionary to define a few theological terms along the way, encourage big picture thinking, and understanding the nature of God. Enjoy!

Love is an action. And God showed his love for us through the person, action, and life of Jesus.

Ep. #66 - James and Andrew talk about the peace that Jesus brings in this episode and they talk about the sovereignty of God, the way we are wired to worship, nothing new under the sun, the importance of sharing the gospel, our willingness to be obedient, dying to ourselves, and resolving conflict. Enjoy!

Christ came to give us peace on earth. His peace. A peace that surpasses all understanding.

Ep. #65 - James and Brenton go unscripted in this episode of Midpoint and discuss the beauty behind 'HOPE'. That's all you get for a description this time around. So, you'll just have to listen for yourself and enjoy!

There is power in living with hope in God.

Ep. #64 - On this episode, Andrew and Wesley talk about being thankful among a lot of other things to get you in preparation for celebrating Thanksgiving with your family and friends. They also look ahead to the Advent season and give a quick sneak peak at what OCC will be studying. Enjoy!

The Psalmist teaches us five ways in which to give thanks to our good God for all He has done.

Ep #63 - On this episode, James and Andrew spend some time discussing and defining God's will, the importance of Church unity, Paul's attitude towards Mark, the preventative efforts of the Holy Spirit, responding to God's 'no', and God's methods for speaking to believers, and then closing with a glimpse into Psalm 100 and Andrew's message next week on giving thanks. As...