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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Have you ever felt like you don’t belong in church, because for some reason you feel like you are not “righteous” enough? This is a universal struggle that we all feel at one point or another. We continue in our series of going through the book of Romans, by looking at chapters 3 and 4 and how we can attain the righteousness that we long for.…
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Listen through the book of Romans and follow along with our “When in Rome” sermon series. Chapter 5Por Martin Radford
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Listen through the book of Romans and follow along with our “When in Rome” sermon series. Chapter 6Por Martin Radford
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Listen through the book of Romans and follow along with our “When in Rome” sermon series. Chapter 3Por Martine Radford
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Listen through the book of Romans and follow along with our “When in Rome” sermon series. Chapter 4Por Martin Radford
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If you are not seeing His kindness in your life, it’s because you’re not paying attention. It’s never because He stopped being kind.Por Brett Hilliard
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Listen through the book of Romans and follow along with our “When in Rome” sermon series. Chapter 1Por Martin Radford
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Listen through the book of Romans and follow along with our “When in Rome” sermon series. Chapter 2Por Martine Radford
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The gospel of Christ is the greatest information one can even comprehend. And it is so counterintuitive that we easily drift away from it. Our default setting is often to live by inner rules of behaviour, rather than the freeing life in Christ. Romans reminds us of who we are in Christ, and how our righteous standing before God compels our life in …
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Ask God: Are science and faith compatible?
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Jessica and John will be sharing about the compatibility of Science and Faith. Through the sermon they will explore the rich history of science and faith and share how science provides us a way to cope with our existence, but it is our faith in Jesus that provides us with hope, meaning, and purpose.Por John Slosted, Jessica Richmond
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Ask God: How much free will do I have over my life?
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It can be difficult to wrap up our minds around two things we believe to be simultaneously true, an all-powerful God who directs steps and history, and an intangible sense that we are free to make choices that impact the present and future. Join us as we explore how much free will we have in our lives.…
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Why should we even ask for things, if God already has a plan and has made up His mind? This question is essential to answer if we ever hope to have a robust and exciting prayer life. We dive into the story of the first prayer of intercession in order to answer this question.Por Kevin Kusunoki
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What do you imagine when you think about the afterlife? That’s a huge question that could be answered a plethora of different ways. Even amongst Christians, the idea of what happens after we die is met with confusion. But what we think about our future is very important for our present. Today, we will look into scripture to understand what happens …
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Ask God: How can you say there is only one true faith?
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It’s been a charge against Christianity for ages – how can Jesus claim to be the only way to God? Is Christianity really that exclusive? And what about those who’ve never had a chance to hear?Por Brett Hilliard
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Ask God: Why do bad things happen to good people?
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Why do bad things happen to good people? What happens when your world goes off balance? What part does believing in God play in your life when nothing seems to make sense? Come and discover what God has to say about this through His own words – The Bible.Por Daniel Tse
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Our confidence in our Bible will greatly affect the level of reliance we place upon it.Por Brett Hilliard
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People die differently, because people live differently. In the last scene of Jesus’ life, He is surrounded by two thieves, both having equal access to see and observe Jesus. But their response is very different. How can we cultivate a tender heart, one that sees and receives all that Jesus has for us?…
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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.Por Eric Farmer
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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 …
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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.Por Brett Hilliard
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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.…
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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.Por Brett Hilliard
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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 …
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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.…
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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.Por Albert Ng
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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?Por Kwen Ip
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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.Por Kevin Kusunoki
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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!Por Gary Hoag
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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.Por Rick Bates
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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.Por Brett Hilliard
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New Year, New You: A New Point of View
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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.Por Brett Hilliard
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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 …
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As we exchange gifts to one another at Christmas, don’t neglect to see the gift that God has for you at this time.Por Brett Hilliard
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What is the difference between hope and wishful thinking? And how do we access this “hope that doesn’t disappoint”?Por Brett Hilliard
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Have you ever dreamt about your future? Or may be you already have a vision for your life? In this sermon we will look into the character of Joseph, Jesus' earthly father, and see what we can learn from his life and how he made room for God’s dream!Por Daniel Tse
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Make room is a call to open up your heart and your life because of the King. As we enter into the Christmas season, we take a look at how God made a grand announcement of the coming King to lowly shepherds and their beautiful response to the news.Por Eric Farmer
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Cultivating Our City: Seek the Well-Being of the City
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Our Christian is a deeply personal faith, but we don’t stop there. God’s heart is for us to bring health and well-being to the people we are in touch with and even to the the city where we live and called home. So, what is God’s plan for us and the city?Por Albert Ng
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In Hong Kong, families are struggling as couples shy away from having children while marriages face unexpected difficulties. Even though our homes are experiencing challenges, it’s important to remember that to God, families matter. Not only are they essential for the well-being and thriving of society, but they also play a vital role in advancing …
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Cultivating Our City: The Problem With Work
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Over 60% of our waking hours are spent in the workplace. If we aren’t flourishing there, then we aren’t flourishing in life. Unfortunately, many people in Hong Kong have an adverse relationship with work. What is the solution to the problem of work? Work less? Work a job that you have passion for? Work a job that compensates well? In this sermon we…
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Cultivating Our City: One in 7.4 million
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A flourishing city is comprised of flourishing neighborhoods and workplaces, which is comprised of flourishing individuals. Your best contribution to a healthy city is a healthy you.Por Brett Hilliard
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In this concluding message on the book of Habakkuk, we see the progression of a man who struggles well with his doubts and confusion. He lands in a place of genuine worship, with doubts still present, but a faith that is even greater.Por Brett Hilliard
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We may often misunderstand God’s timing or His methods. The prophet Habakkuk did as well. But he learned that instead of letting confusion rule our hearts, we can find confidence even amid our doubts.Por Brett Hilliard
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Let’s be honest. Sometimes God is hard to figure out. Sometimes our expectations are not met, and we are left confused, disappointed, and maybe even, spiritually numb. So what are we supposed to do with our doubts? How can we honestly turn our doubts into sincere faith?Por Brett Hilliard
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In Luke 8, Jesus takes His disciples out on the water for an experiential lesson they will never forget. Distraught from a storm overtaking their boat, the disciples turn to Jesus as they witness His full humanity and divinity on display.Por Eric Farmer
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It seems like an absurd question – ”Do you want to get well?”. But tucked away inside that probing question is an invitation to examine what our true motives are. To follow Jesus is to not just seek His blessings, but to recognise His lordship as well.
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It’s easy to give lip-service to the idea that God provides. It’s another thing to actually believe it with our lives. How do we really grow our belief about the provision of God? In this sermon, we look at Jesus’ question “Do you still not understand?” to see if there is a secret ingredient to having greater faith.…
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Jesus Asks: Why do you not do what I say?
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At the conclusion of the Sermon on the Plain in the sixth chapter of Luke, Jesus poses a poignant question to His listeners. In summary, He asks them, “You’ve just heard me give you clear commandments, so why do you not do what I say?” On top of that, His question puts every listener and reader on the spot by making us all ask ourselves, “Do I real…
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Jesus asks His disciples, “who do you say I am?” It is a question that they struggle to answer with great clarity. We take a deep dive into their answers and examine what contributed to their misunderstandings, before we assess how we might also answer the question incorrectly.Por Kevin Kusunoki
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Who among us doesn’t have moments of doubt? Does God hear all my prayers? Is Jesus really the only way? Is my salvation secure?Por Brett Hilliard
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Spiritual stagnation plagues many Christians. The excitement and passion we once had for God slowly gives way to apathy and complacency. By looking at the story of Lydia, we try to discover the secret of her lasting fire and unwavering faith.Por Kevin Kusunoki
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