Island ECC Podcast

Island ECC

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Weekly audio messages on the world-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ and the life-changing love of God from Island ECC in Hong Kong. For more resources and to get connected with us, visit our website at www.islandecc.hk

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1802 episodes

Simon of Cyrene

The unexpected help from Simon of Cyrene on the way to the cross gives vast insight into the message and method of God in ways we might not have considered.

40m
Mar 24
Engraved: Barabbas

The story of Barabbas is often overlooked because it is such a short story. Despite its brevity, Barabbas’s story holds deeper layers that go beyond being known solely as the one the crowds chose instead of Jesus. In this sermon, we embark on a journey to explore the untold aspects of Barabbas’s life, revealing surprising parallels that mirror our own experiences.

36m
Mar 17
Engraved: Judas

It’s possible to act like a christian, but not actually be one. It's feasible to be close to the things of God, but never actually have a converted heart. Judas serves as a stark warning that true conversion is always lasting.

46m
Mar 10
Engraved: Judas

It’s possible to act like a christian, but not actually be one. It's feasible to be close to the things of God, but never actually have a converted heart. Judas serves as a stark warning that true conversion is always lasting.

46m
Mar 10
Engraved: Mary Magdalene

Mary Magdalene is a very well known figure in scripture with very little known about her. She had the incredible honour of being the first person to see the risen Jesus, but that wasn’t their first encounter. Mary’s larger story is an encouraging one that gives us a perfect picture of what it means to be gratefully faithful.

35m
Mar 03
Engraved: Mary Magdalene

Mary Magdalene is a very well known figure in scripture with very little known about her. She had the incredible honour of being the first person to see the risen Jesus, but that wasn’t their first encounter. Mary’s larger story is an encouraging one that gives us a perfect picture of what it means to be gratefully faithful.

35m
Mar 03
Baptism: John the Baptist

The way to greatness is backward. When the world tells you to base your life on achievement, income, image, or power, Jesus offers us a life-giving alternative.

37m
Feb 25
Baptism: John the Baptist

The way to greatness is backward. When the world tells you to base your life on achievement, income, image, or power, Jesus offers us a life-giving alternative.

37m
Feb 25
Sweet Life: Be Fruitful And Multiply

Lotus seeds represent the blessings of bringing forth offspring one after another. This applies to our spiritual community as we think about how to serve the community better. Today, we study how Barnabas multiplies spiritual leaders (Paul and John Mark) and how we, both as individuals and as a church, should do the same thing.

22m
Feb 18
Sweet Life: Disguised Harmony

Our negative assumptions about our family members prevent us from pursuing reconciliation, resulting in only a “disguised harmony” or even conflicts in our family. Learning from the reconciliation of Esau and Jacob, we should put our trust not in our own assumptions but in God’s power to change hearts, and practice “forgetful forgiveness”, because we too have been forgiven by and reconciled to God through Jesus.

21m
Feb 18
Sweet Life: Disguised Harmony

Our negative assumptions about our family members prevent us from pursuing reconciliation, resulting in only a “disguised harmony” or even conflicts in our family. Learning from the reconciliation of Esau and Jacob, we should put our trust not in our own assumptions but in God’s power to change hearts, and practice “forgetful forgiveness”, because we too have been forgiven by and reconciled to God through Jesus.

21m
Feb 18
Sweet Life: Be Fruitful And Multiply

Lotus seeds represent the blessings of bringing forth offspring one after another. This applies to our spiritual community as we think about how to serve the community better. Today, we study how Barnabas multiplies spiritual leaders (Paul and John Mark) and how we, both as individuals and as a church, should do the same thing.

22m
Feb 18
Sweet Life: Happiness

Happy New Year! The desire for happiness is a universal phenomenon. But what gives you real long-lasting happiness? In this sermon, we will explore the surprise source of happiness that God has already shown us.

21m
Feb 11
Sweet Life: MONEY, MONEY, MONEY

What is your relationship with money? Is it your master or a servant? A bridge or barrier between you and God? What is God’s design for money and what is his invitation to us on how to live in freedom with it?

24m
Feb 11
Sweet Life: Happiness

Happy New Year! The desire for happiness is a universal phenomenon. But what gives you real long-lasting happiness? In this sermon, we will explore the surprise source of happiness that God has already shown us.

21m
Feb 11
Sweet Life: MONEY, MONEY, MONEY

What is your relationship with money? Is it your master or a servant? A bridge or barrier between you and God? What is God’s design for money and what is his invitation to us on how to live in freedom with it?

24m
Feb 11
New Year, New You: New Efforts

We all want to be more Godly. But it’s hard to know exactly what to do in order to be more Godly. We put our effort into trying many things, but are there specific things that we can place greater emphasis upon? We explore Peter’s letter to find out what those things are.

29m
Feb 04
New Year, New You: New Efforts

We all want to be more Godly. But it’s hard to know exactly what to do in order to be more Godly. We put our effort into trying many things, but are there specific things that we can place greater emphasis upon? We explore Peter’s letter to find out what those things are.

29m
Feb 04
New Year, New You: New Purpose

The world says “Get wealth!” to find your purpose. This pursuit enslaves us to greed. In contrast, the Word says “Get Wisdom!” When we apply it, we not only find a new purpose. In practicing generosity, we take hold of life!

36m
Jan 28
New Year, New You: New Purpose

The world says “Get wealth!” to find your purpose. This pursuit enslaves us to greed. In contrast, the Word says “Get Wisdom!” When we apply it, we not only find a new purpose. In practicing generosity, we take hold of life!

36m
Jan 28
New Year, New You: New Connections

Prayer is foundational for our spiritual lives.  This message focuses on how important it is to have intentional connections with God, giving scriptural principles and practical help.

41m
Jan 21
New Year, New You: New Connections

Prayer is foundational for our spiritual lives.  This message focuses on how important it is to have intentional connections with God, giving scriptural principles and practical help.

41m
Jan 21
New Year, New You: New Thoughts

Both science and theology tell us that our thoughts are powerful. Our brain synapses create neural pathways that make our thoughts more and more powerful, causing mental problems, or if nurtured by God, liberating joy.

43m
Jan 14
New Year, New You: New Thoughts

Both science and theology tell us that our thoughts are powerful. Our brain synapses create neural pathways that make our thoughts more and more powerful, causing mental problems, or if nurtured by God, liberating joy.

43m
Jan 14
New Year, New You: A New Point of View

How would you like to have the “eyes of your heart” enlightened this year? It’s a weird phrase, but it describes a prayer that all of us would benefit from—-the ability to increasingly view life in the realm that is unseen.

41m
Jan 07
New Year, New You: A New Point of View

How would you like to have the “eyes of your heart” enlightened this year? It’s a weird phrase, but it describes a prayer that all of us would benefit from—-the ability to increasingly view life in the realm that is unseen.

41m
Jan 07
New Year, New You: New Rhythms

With the new year quickly approaching, many people take the time to set new goals for themselves. Some set goals to be physically healthier, others set goals to learn something new. But what about our spiritual lives? Are there ways we can grow spiritually as we head into the new year? We kick off this sermon series by looking at different rhythms that will help us grow in our spiritual lives.

39m
Dec 31, 2023
New Year, New You: New Rhythms

With the new year quickly approaching, many people take the time to set new goals for themselves. Some set goals to be physically healthier, others set goals to learn something new. But what about our spiritual lives? Are there ways we can grow spiritually as we head into the new year? We kick off this sermon series by looking at different rhythms that will help us grow in our spiritual lives.

39m
Dec 31, 2023
Make Room: The Gift of Jesus

As we exchange gifts to one another at Christmas, don’t neglect to see the gift that God has for you at this time.

22m
Dec 24, 2023
Make Room: The Gift of Jesus

As we exchange gifts to one another at Christmas, don’t neglect to see the gift that God has for you at this time.

22m
Dec 24, 2023