Oxford Community Church

The wonder of Christmas is that through Jesus, the invisible God became visible. In this talk, Michelle looks at John chapter 1 and considers the good news of the gospel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Advent is a time of waiting in anticipation for the one who will make all things right. In this talk from our carol service, Liam Thatcher reflects on the message of Christmas, and how Jesus stepped into our story to rescue us.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After many years of trusting God to fulfil his word, Abraham faces the ultimate test; being asked to sacrifice his son. In the final talk of this series Steve looks at the themes of obedience and provision, and considers how this story points forward to the sacrifice of Jesus.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After years of waiting, Isaac finally arrives! In the penultimate talk from our series, Dan Kirk looks at Genesis 21 and considers how we should steward the promises of God over our lives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the second time, Abraham lies about the identity of his wife to protect himself, rather than trusting God and speaking the truth. And he puts the whole covenant promise in jeopardy! In this talk, Caroline McNicoll considers the importance of speaking the truth in faith and love. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Lord announced his judgment on the city of Sodom, but Abraham intervened, pleading with the Lord for mercy. In this talk, Liam considers the theme of intercession, and what it looks like to play a priestly role of standing in the gap for our city. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many years have passed since God first made his promise to Abram, and still the promise remains unfulfilled. Then God commanded Abram to do something unexpected and costly... In this talk from Genesis 17, Steve Jones considers why God gave circumcision as a sign of the covenant, and how it demonstrates God's desire for wholehearted commitment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform...

When God’s promises seem slow to materialise, Abram and Sarai take matters into their own hands, with disastrous consequences! In this talk, Bex Lawton takes a look at the story of Hagar, Isaac and Ishmael, and considers the importance of faith and patience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abram and Sarai have lived with disappointment, unable to have a child. But when God promises them numerous offspring, Abram believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness. In this talk from our Dedication Service, Liam Thatcher looks at the God’s covenant with Abram, and considers how it points forward to the person of Jesus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four kings attack Sodom, carrying off their people and possessions, and with them Abram’s nephew Lot. In response, Abram launches a courageous rescue mission, in which he shows himself to be a man of great honour – both to his family, but also to his God. In this talk, Steve Jones unpacks the story of Genesis 14. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The biggest block to experiencing the Holy Spirit is operating from a religious spirit. In this talk, guest speaker Dawna De Silva looks at three stories from the gospels where religious leaders resisted Jesus' ministry, because it didn't fit their paradigm. Dawna is the founder and co-leader of the Bethel Sozo ministry, helping people experience the fullness of salvation and freedom that is avail...

Abram and his nephew Lot were extremely wealthy, such that the land could not support them both. But their response to God’s blessing could not have been more different. In this talk Anthony considers the difference between godly and ungodly perspectives on ambition and wealth, and how we can be those who – like Abram – look with eyes of faith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Abram was a wandering nomad and a worshipper of idols, and not at all an obvious candidate to be used by God! But the Lord promised to bless him and through him bless the whole world. In the first talk of our new series, we look at the call of Abram and what it looks like to respond to God’s promises with an attitude of faith.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this talk from our Vision Sunday, Steve Jones talked about a change of chapter, calling us to look ahead to the coming year with faith in the promises of God. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this talk we look at the conversion of Saul and the courage of Ananias, and consider how we can live as those who are big on the inside. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonah’s story ends with a tragic twist, and an unresolved question. In the final talk of our series, Jenny considers Jonah’s bitter response to God’s mercy, and challenges us to think about our own attitudes towards our city. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

God re-commissions Jonah and sends him to Nineveh, and this time the prophet obeys. In this sermon, Dan Woolnough looks at God’s message to the city, and the people’s surprising response. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As he sinks to the bottom of the ocean, Jonah must have felt his life was over, but God had other plans. In this talk, Liam Thatcher looks at Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the fish, and considers how it points forward to Jesus.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonah flees from God, to avoid taking His message to the Ninevites, and as a result ends up on a boat in the midst of a storm. In this talk, Danielle looks at how God works on Jonah’s heart, to get his mission back on track. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

God told Jonah to preach to the city of Ninevah, calling them to repent and experience his mercy. In response, the prophet ran away. In the first week of our new series, Ben looks at Jonah 1 and considers how we should respond to God’s call to be his voice to our city. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"It is given to whomever needs it and should be received from whoever will give it - that's how you love neighbours." As we look forward to our next Alpha Course in September, Pastor Steve Jones shares how there is a season change for the Christian faith happening in our nation and in our city. Reading from Mark 10, Steve encourages us to love our neighbours well, to be like Jesus, to stop in our...

After a day’s travel home from Jerusalem, Mary and Joseph had the shocking realisation that they’d left Jesus behind! In this talk, based on Luke 2, our guest speaker Pastor Wilfred Osei Wusu from PIWC, speaks about the importance of keeping in step with the Spirit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the final week of our series on Community Groups, Sanjay looks at Luke 24 and considers the power of communities to change the world. To find out more about our Community Groups and to find your place visit occ.org.uk/communities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Four men bring their friend to Jesus, seeking healing. When faced with a crowd blocking their way, they take a courageous choice to do whatever it takes to reach Jesus, even lowering their friend through a hole in the roof of the house! In this talk, Chloe Swinney and Liam Thatcher look at this story in Mark 2, and consider what it looks like to build a community characterised by life and faith. H...

In the second week of our series on Community Groups, Andy & Ben look at what it means to be a growing community. Reading from Psalm 1 and Ezekiel 47, they encouraged us to gather with intent, read the Bible with purpose, lean into openness & honesty, and commit together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.