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OCC Podcast
Each week on the podcast, you will hear a sermon from lead pastor James Green and the teaching team at Orchards Community Church (Lewiston, ID) as they walk verse by verse, chapter by chapter, and share biblical truth from God's Word. Then, every Wednesday, join us for MIDPOINT, our mid-week devotional series, where the pastors discuss the sermon, answer questions from the congregation, and offer practical advice on how to be a devoted disciple of Jesus. Email us: occpodcast@lewistonocc.org
Episodes
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Scary movie territory
What is a win in ministry? Why is it that our pastors were wearing jerseys? Why can't you play baseball in the rain? How should we as Christians engage in…
OCC PodcastWhat is the "win"? (Psalm 102:12-18) | James Green
How can the Body of Christ help younger generations 'be' the church?
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3-14
What is the kickoff? What did James leave out? How did the law increase the trespass? What is resigned in death? Who is Achan and Ai? How can we leave a…
OCC PodcastAn analogy of Adam and Jesus (Rom 5:20-21) | James Green
When sin increases, grace abounds!
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The Bunt
The genesis of James and Brenton's baseball podcast... THE BUNT! Who should serve? Are there any restrictions to serving? Do people need to be worthy to serve?…
OCC PodcastGet in the Game | James Green
The church is a group of people who are not meant to just stand on the sidelines and watch. We are called to more.
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Free pizza
Where were all the apples? How do you peel an orange? Is spiritual death and physical death linked? Why was it all Adam's fault? Where should I serve and why?…
OCC PodcastApples and Oranges (Rom 5:12-19) | Brenton Laidler
Jesus did far more FOR us than Adam's sin did TO us
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Gramps Harry Rapp
Who is that? Is Adam in hell? What is the wrath of God? What is it about trials that helps us know God better? All this and more on this week's episode. Enjoy!
OCC PodcastWhat are the benefits of being a Christian? (Part 2) (Rom 5:3-11) | James Green
What does being a Christian produce in us?
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Walk-off home run
Where did all the other verses go? Why do we need to focus on what we gain in Christ? What is baseball? Is Jesus' peace that good? How should we respond? Will…
OCC PodcastWhat are the benefits of being a Christian? (Part 1) (Rom 5:1-3a) | James Green
Paul tells us some benefits of being in Christ.
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Ready Freddy Spaghetti!
James has been married for 29 years!? What faith did Abraham illustrate? Why do we say our faith and not my faith? How does James find people to make…
OCC PodcastFaith applied: Believing in God for Miracles! (Rom 4:23-25) | James Green
The illustration of Abraham's faith and the application of ours
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It's all about me
Does James have weird dreams? What was the bucket analogy all about? How was Abraham counted as righteous before Jesus? How is sin passed on? Was Abraham…
OCC PodcastWhich well do we use? (Rom 4:16-22) | James Green
Since salvation is by God's grace (and not through our efforts), then God's promise is certain!
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Two anonymous guys
How long does James preach? Why did Jesus get baptized? Why do we do the All Church Service? Why are the ordinances so crucial for the Christian life? Can…
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Speaking of marketing...
What happens when our sins are forgiven? What about those who can't be circumcised? What's the difference between sinning and unrighteousness? Why do we do an…
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Lacie's first podcast
How many podcasts has Lacie ever done? Who is justified? Does James always cry for real? How do we know Abraham was saved? What does it mean to be a friend of…
OCC PodcastJustification by faith... or by works? (Rom 4:1-5) | James Green
So, what do 'works' do anyway?
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VBS is in full swing
How fast can Andrew fall asleep after VBS? What part of the passage was difficult to grasp enough to teach? How is God just when He sometimes lets sin go…
OCC PodcastJustified (Rom 3:24-31) | Andrew Smith
Our sin separated us from God, but Jesus' sacrifice justifies us
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I like bacon
Restoration of a believer or fellowship with the Father? Why does humanity like to camp out in a state of constant discontent? Why pigs? What's next up in our…
OCC PodcastNear or Far (Luke 15) | Andrew Smith
What does the prodigal son tell us about God and ourselves?
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A whole-lotta maturing
James and Forrest both confirm on record that Brenton is good at his job. Why was the new series called Blueprints? What are the laws and the prophets? Are…
OCC PodcastFrom guilt to grace (Rom 3:21-23) | James Green
We can't make it on our own, but there is good news...
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Long time listener, first time caller
What does Paul mean when he talks about the law? Why have the law if it can't save us? What's with the mirror, again? Should we live like first century Jews?…
OCC PodcastThe Final Verdict (Rom 3:19-20) | James Green
One day, we will stand before God, our excuses revealed, and the verdict will be guilty.
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I could be sinless
What does it mean that no one seeks after God? Do we search for answers? Is that seeking God? What is a 'work' and do we 'work' for salvation? How do you…
OCC PodcastPaul's Closing Arguments (Rom 3:9-18) | James Green
There are none who seek after God. None. Nada. Zip. Zilch.
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None upon thars
Who's talking? How can James expand on a passage that is already considered one of the most confusing passages? Are there any more contextual clues to what was…
OCC PodcastFinal Objections (Rom 3:1-8) | James Green
Paul responds to the objection, "But if we sin, doesn't that make God look better?!"
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Way too muches
What does ASMR mean? What is the point of family services? Did it matter she was a widow? What's the deal with the laying over the boy 3 times? Are these…
OCC PodcastWB Ruin... Elijah and the Widow | Wesley Schwartz and Brenton Laidler
What do Mother's Day, Wesley and Brenton, and the bible story of Elijah and the Widow have in common?
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Jump on the table big boy
What did Paul mean by religion, and why did he talk so much about it? Do we help redirect others? What is all this stuff about water and baptism? Why should we…
OCC PodcastReligion Can't Save Anyone (Rom 2:21-29) | James Green
Are we living in a way that points people towards God? ... or away from God?
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Words Are Hard
Will Pastor James reveal his nickname? How do you change the mindset from religion to relationship? How do you model relationship? Do I have a true…
OCC PodcastReligion or relationship (Rom 2:17-20) | James Green
What's the difference between religion and relationship?
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Defending our Faith
What is the follow-up from Easter and Christmas? What makes us so important to God? Should we, as parents, tell our kids the truth about made-up characters?…
OCC PodcastLion, Lamb, King, Lord (Mar 8:27-29, Rev 17:14, Rev 19:16) | James Green
Who is Jesus and why do we celebrate Easter?
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Legs are Relatable
Is there crying in Heaven? Is it true that God never gives us more than we can handle? What about the title of the Angel of Death? What is the symbolism of the…
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I wish I were smarter
Why is it so hard to share the gospel? What do you do if you consider yourself a baby Christian? Why are miracles hard to see? Can you profess faith in the…
OCC PodcastSalvation by grace, through faith... or by works? (Rom 2:6-11) | James Green
We are saved by faith and not by works.
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Bad jokes
What is the opposite of self-righteousness? Where does James get his dad jokes? How should one avoid pride? What do you say when someone thanks you for your…
OCC PodcastGood for the goose... good for the gander (Rom 2:1-5) | James Green
Be careful where you point your finger.
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How'd they know?
What is a strawman argument? Can you attend a wedding and not celebrate? What is eating kosher about? Should you just sit back and watch people sin? Which do…
OCC PodcastHaving an important conversation (Rom 1:26-28) | James Green
What is the Biblical position towards homosexuality?
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Eating in the dark
Did God create Adam and Eve to disobey? Is all sin equal? Is sexual sin worse? How should we show love and grace against sin? All this and more on this week's…
OCC PodcastGod Gave Them Over (Rom 1:24-32) | James Green
What does it mean for God to give sinners over?
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Wrath of God
Can God be both loving and wrathful? Why can't God just forgive and forget? What is special revelation and general revelation? Are there inconsistencies in the…
OCC PodcastGod's wrath (Rom 1:18-23) | James Green
We must take seriously the reality of God's wrath towards sin.
OCC Podcast"Oh my!"
What was the funniest joke of the WB Show? Why is parenting so difficult sometimes? How many stones did David grab and was it significant? What are the…
OCC PodcastDavid and Goliath... RUINED!
Wesley and Brenton ruin the story of David and Goliath. Well, not really the story but the... you know what? You'll just have to listen and find out!
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That's my superpower
What superpower would you choose? Why does James title his messages the way he does? How difficult is it to be thankful? How can we grow in our prayer life?…
OCC PodcastUnleashing the power of God (Rom 1:8-17) | James Green
Christ's followers can unleash God's power by being thankful, prayerful, purposeful, responsible, and confident.
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Mullet havers
What are the essential elements of the gospel message? What is the most powerful message behind the good news? What didn't Brenton like about the sermon? Can…