Oviedo City Church Sermons

How is it possible for work to be fulfilling if it has been cursed because of sin? What does work have to do with being made in the image of God? Isn't the work of ministry what really matters, and other work is just to put food on the table? What does Jesus dying on the cross have to do with my work? Wasn't that only about salvation and getting to heaven? Those are all great questions, and all of...

Is work leaving you drained and dissatisfied—a case of the blahs? Or does it feel more like a dumpster fire—frustrating, chaotic, and overwhelming? Do you find yourself stuck in an endless cycle of cleaning up messes—at home, at work, in your relationships—only to see them unravel again? It’s a lot like thorns and thistles, isn’t it? As surprising as it may seem, Scripture has been describing this...

Work. Is it just another four-letter word? Or is there more to it than the daily grind? Whether you’re clocking in for a job, studying in school, raising kids, or navigating retirement, join us as we uncover the true significance of work. It’s not just something that wears us down—it’s woven into the story of redemption. In four parts we’ll explore the biblical foundation of work: its creation, it...

In a world that is constantly shifting and pivoting, some things remain solid and reliable. One of those is the mission Christ has given His church. We are emerging from 2024 with great momentum and focus and can't wait to see what He has in store for us in 2025. Take a listen to our annual Vision Sunday as we reaffirm what God has done and continues to do through all of us at Oviedo City Church a...

Christmas is usually seen as a time of peace. After all, on the first Christmas, the angels declared that there would be peace on earth as a result of the birth of Jesus. Yet, we are far from having peace. Why do we not see the promised peace that the Prince of Peace was said to bring? How can we have that peace, and what is God's plan to bring it about? Is there more to the idea of peace than we...

We live in a world full of distractions, yet beneath it all lies a deep longing for connection, belonging, and home. This week, we’ll explore Isaiah’s prophecy of a child born to us—our Everlasting Father. How does Jesus, the Son given to us, reveal the heart of a perfect father? And how does his fatherly care lead us out of loneliness and into what we long for most: a true and lasting home in him...

We often see strength as the answer to weakness, but the gospel turns this idea upside down. Isaiah 9:6 announces the birth of a child, a son called Mighty God, a profound paradox: strength wrapped in fragility. Throughout Scripture, God’s power is made perfect in weakness, culminating in the arrival of Christ. Born in weakness, He came to fight and defeat our greatest enemies—sin, death, and the...

Have you ever been afraid of the dark? Darkness has a way of stirring confusion, fear, and uncertainty. It surrounds us in the world, and it dwells within us. But Christmas reminds us that into all our darkness, a great light has come. This Advent, we’ll reflect on the powerful names of Jesus in Isaiah 9:6 and discover how he brings light to every shadow we face. He is our Wonderful Counselor, gui...

With so much debate, noise, arguing, and social media trolls, it’s easy to get caught up with being sidetracked by things that ultimately don’t matter and actually cause harm. It is not an exclusively 21st century problem. The early church wrestled with getting distracted by petty issues that only served to cause division and damage the Gospel. How do we keep main things as main things and how do...

Why is change so hard? Many of us wonder, if Jesus saved me, why don’t I see real change? The gospel isn’t just the ABCs of faith; it’s the A to Z, meant to transform every part of us. Titus 3:3-7 shows that true transformation goes beyond behavior modification—it’s about gospel change. Our justification and sanctification are by Jesus’ grace alone, bringing real transformation through the work of...

What motivates you to be a better person? It is an important question, especially if you already know you are forgiven by Jesus and are destined for Heaven. It is a question that has been asked since the earliest days of the Church and in the earliest writings of the New Testament. In the search for an answer, how do you avoid the danger of legalism that leads to pride and self-righteousness on th...

Have you every been around someone who makes you feel good and inspires you just by there presence? On the other hand have you ever been around someone whose very presence puts you on edge or makes you cautious? In both cases you are experiencing the power of personal presence. In Jesus we have the very presence of God powerfully demonstrated for us. But how do we experience that presence today? L...

How would you feel if something you thought was priceless turned out to be a complete fake? That’s the danger Paul warns against in Titus—people falling for a counterfeit gospel that promises much but is ultimately empty. The same threat is real today—whether it’s self-righteous rule-keeping or the promise of freedom in rule-breaking, any of us can be drawn in. Join us as we explore how the truth...

How do we navigate the cultural storms swirling around us? Polarizing views blow in every direction, creating chaos and uncertainty. In the midst of it all, how do we remain faithful to Jesus—in our homes, in the church, and in the world? Join us as we journey through the New Testament book of Titus to discover what it means to reflect the character of Jesus in every area of life. Together, we’ll...

This sermon concludes our exploration of 2 Corinthians 8 and 9, where Paul calls the Corinthian church to embrace generosity. As if catching his breath, he ends with an outburst of praise and gratitude: "Thanks be to God for His inexpressible gift!" (2 Cor. 9:15). Here, Paul lifts our gaze, reminding us that our giving is but a faint reflection of God's boundless generosity toward us in Christ. On...

Have you ever felt obligated to give something to someone? Have you ever felt pressured to make a contribution or donation? That is just not enjoyable. On the flip side, have you ever been excited to give someone a gift, and the giving of it made you feel good? Have you ever given someone a gift, and their face lit up with joy, and then yours did, too? Why can't all of our gift-giving be of that s...

Why do we do what we do? Why do we want what we want? Motivation. As we continue in our stewardship series, we will discover the biblical motivation for generosity. Paul writes, “For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich.” (2 Cor. 8:9) When this truth takes hold of our hearts, generosity...

“It’s not important who does the planting or watering. What matters is that God makes the seed grow“ (1 Cor. 3:7). At OCC, we’ve seen incredible growth, and we know it’s God making it happen! This growth brings joy as lives are transformed by the Gospel. It also brings new opportunities to expand our ministry and advance our vision to reach more people for Jesus. Listen in to the launch of our new...

How do you keep your life from collapsing all around you? How do you remain strong as the storms of life batter you about? The storms will come. This week, we look at how Jesus wraps up the Sermon on the Mount with a final reminder that summarizes all we have heard from Him over the previous eighteen weeks. He brings it all together, giving us what we need to ensure we flourish and not fall apart...

As we near the end of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, we confront some of His most sobering words: "I never knew you; depart from me." These words cut to the heart of what it truly means to follow Him. In this week's passage, Jesus reveals a startling reality: some, despite their knowledge, passion, and good works, will not enter the Kingdom. They call Him "Lord, Lord," yet miss the essence of what it...

How does one learn to distinguish between a counterfeit and the real thing? Those trained to spot fake currency study the genuine article so thoroughly that they can detect a fake from a mile away. In the next section of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus equips His followers with this very discernment. He warns us about false teachers—those who seem sincere but lead others astray. "You will recognize...

Prayer seems to be a universal religious practice. It also is something that few people feel as if they do well or often enough. In this weeks message we will look at some of what Jesus taught about prayer. In His words we find both encouragement and challenges that give us the tools for a deeper and more rewarding prayer life as well as answer some of our most perplexing questions about unanswere...