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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
OCC PodcastHow to make wise decisions (Ruth 2:14-23) | James Green
The story of Ruth shows us what a romantic relationship should look like in a Biblical context.
OCC PodcastPractical joke goes wrong
On this episode, Pastors James and Brenton talk about Ruth chapter 2 and how Ruth and Boaz are great character studies, what it looks like to be 'safe,' and…
OCC PodcastRuth meets Boaz (Ruth 2:1-13) | James Green
Ruth and Naomi return to the place where God is working amongst His people, and is blessed by Boaz, a man with godly character and a type of Jesus.
OCC PodcastYou can't read the ingredients from inside the jar
Pastors James and Wesley talk through week 1 of our study through Ruth. Their discussion ranges from Bible verses and dated Klingon references, to driving…
OCC PodcastA love story about God's providence (Ruth 1:1-22) | James Green
What bad things are we willing to leave behind to get to a fresh start? We need to know there is a way back. We can make the choice to follow God, walk a…
OCC PodcastThere are no boring gifts
This week, Pastor James and Pastor Forrest break down what it means to serve in our home, in our world, and in our church. Then, they give us a preview for…
OCC PodcastUsing Our Spiritual Gifts | James Green
God has gifted us spiritual gifts so that we can serve the church and the body of Christ.
OCC PodcastSad balloons are sad
This week Pastor James and Andrew discuss the wrap up of Luke and the joy of the ascension of Christ, how trials can cause growth, and look forward to next…
OCC PodcastJesus' ascension (Luke 24:50-54) | James Green
The ascension of Jesus is a time that the disciples rejoiced and worshipped God, because they 'got it'. We should look upon the work of Christ with praise and…
OCC PodcastWe may not be doing this right
James and Brenton talk about spiritual formation, our responsibility as believers to grow and seek after God, the common messages of Christianity, and look…
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2022 Fall Kickoff | James Green
We must seek to be continually growing in Christ, aiming to become more mature in our faith.
OCC PodcastPreaching the gospel to Mormons
James and Brenton talk through Luke 24:44-49, difficulties in sharing the gospel, Holy Spirit led evangelism, and next week's fall kickoff sermon. Enjoy!
OCC PodcastRepentance is the message (Luke 24:44-49) | James Green
We are ambassadors of Christ commissioned to share the message of true repentance.
OCC PodcastA crisis of faith
The Genesis of OCC's Midpoint! Pastor James and Brenton talk through Luke 24:36-43 and talk through responses to a crisis of faith, and how asking questions…
OCC PodcastToo good to be true? (Luke 24:36-43) | James Green
Even Christ followers will have doubts and needs to process through and grow in their faith.
OCC PodcastConnecting Fair | James Green
Do we want to be a "front porch" church or a "back deck" church?
OCC PodcastThe road to Emmaus (Luke 24:13-35) | Brenton Laidler
On the Road to Emmaus, the two disciples struggled with their faith. Pastor Brenton shares 5 tips from this passage that can help you sustain and strengthen…
OCC PodcastIt's not a story (Luke 24:1-12) | Brenton Laidler
As we read the story of the resurrection of Jesus according to the gospel of Luke, we have to think: Are there any reasons to trust that the resurrection…
OCC PodcastVBS 2022 Family Sunday | Brenton Laidler
How can we "make waves" for Jesus? And what can the story of Peter walking on water towards Jesus teach us about living for Christ?
OCC PodcastGod's providence (Luke 23:50-56) | Forrest Jenkins
The burial of Jesus is proof of God's providential power and demonstrates how He uses prophecy, events, and people to accomplish His purpose and will. How can…
OCC PodcastLove poured out (Luke 23:26-49) | Andrew Smith
God's love for us is evident in examining what Jesus endured on the cross for our salvation.
OCC PodcastThe great exchange (Luke 23:13-25) | Brenton Laidler
Jesus switches places with Barabbas. By examining this passage, we can see the beauty of the great exchange between Jesus and ourselves.
OCC PodcastConditions, entertainment, and boulders (Luke 23:1-12) | Brenton Laidler
The right way to live is not to use Jesus, but to be used by Jesus.
OCC PodcastSon of God (Luke 22:63-71) | Andrew Smith
We need to know that Jesus is, truly, the Son of God.
OCC PodcastDon't miss your exit (Luke 22:54-62) | Brenton Laidler
Sometimes, we allow little sins into our lives and they become detrimental to our relationship with God. If you are on that road, you need to be aware of the…
OCC PodcastAgonizing love (Luke 22:39-53) | Brenton Laidler
Jesus becomes what he hates (sin) to show His love (for you)!
OCC PodcastDon't let it spoil (Luke 22:31-38) | Brenton Laidler
Peter's stumble teaches us about how to live when we fail.
OCC PodcastWho is the greatest? (Luke 22:24-30) | James Green
We need to be believers marked by our service.
OCC PodcastIn remembrance (Luke 22:7-23) | Andrew Smith
Jesus shares passover with the disciples and we see the importance of the last supper.
OCC PodcastJudas betrays Jesus (Luke 22:1-6) | James Green
Judas was not a true believer, but was instead simply 'religious'.
OCC PodcastAre we ready for the second coming? (Luke 21:25-38) | James Green
If Jesus's second coming is not a major factor in the way we live our lives, day-in and day-out, we are missing out on one of the greatest motivations…
OCC PodcastLife's tragedies lead to opportunities (Luke 21:5-24) | James Green
In this chaotic world we live in, we are supposed to stand firm in our faith and see trials as opportunities, because God is always sovereign.
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Easter 2022 | James Green
Happy Easter! Wanna know the answers to the test at the end? Keep listening.
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Good Friday 2022 | Forrest Jenkins
Listen and hear why Christians believe Good Friday is "good"!
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Palm Sunday 2022 | James Green
At Easter, we have the opportunity to focus on and think about...you guessed it...Jesus!
OCC PodcastThe poor widow (Luke 21:1-4) | Forrest Jenkins
When God calls, we should obey, trusting in God's provision and knowing that He is Lord.
OCC PodcastJesus goes on the offense (Luke 20:41-47) | James Green
Some things are very funny (like April fools jokes) but a false gospel is not one of them.
OCC PodcastWhy we should care about sound doctrine (Luke 20:27-40) | James Green
God is the God of the resurrected people who will spend an eternity with Him in heaven.
OCC PodcastGodly character (Luke 20:19-26) | Brenton Laidler
Jesus is amazing and we should follow and live by His example.
OCC PodcastWho owns the vineyard? (Luke 20:9-18) | James Green
This parable illustrates God's great love and righteous love for those who believe in the messengers but also speaks to the judgement coming to those who…
OCC PodcastBy whose authority? (Luke 19:45 - 20:8) | James Green
God's authority will always confront our selfishness.
OCC PodcastDon't miss it (Luke 19:28-44) | Brenton Laidler
From the Palm Sunday passage we know Jesus is the Christ, this is a non-negotiable in Christendom, and we need to respond correctly to this reality.
OCC PodcastIn business with Jesus (Luke 19:11-27) | James Green
We need to be ready, and confident to stand before God and answer the final test correctly.
OCC PodcastJesus and Zaccheus (Luke 19:1-10) | WB Show & James Green
First Family Sunday ever! In the WB Show, Pastors Wesley and Brenton explain in practical terms why no-one liked Zaccheus...or taxes. And then Pastor James…
OCC PodcastJesus and blind Bart (Luke 18:35-43) | James Green
No one is beyond the grace of God. We need to look at people like Jesus does.
OCC PodcastOpportunity cost (Luke 18:28-34) | James Green
In this dialogue between Jesus and Peter, Jesus shines a light on our hearts and asks if we are willing to weigh the cost of being a Christ follower.
OCC PodcastThe rich young ruler (Luke 18:18-27) | James Green
It's not money that's the problem, but the love of money, which can be dangerous because we're trusting in money rather than trusting in God.
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Stop trying | Brenton Laidler
Live your life by this one phrase: Stop trying and start trusting.
OCC Podcast...like a child (Luke 18:15-17) | James Green
We get to teach children, which we need to do, and model a faith that is active and servant minded.
OCC PodcastThe parable of the pharisee and the tax collector (Luke 18:9-14) | James Green
There is a way to approach God and a way to not do it. Which one describes you?
OCC PodcastPersevering in prayer (Luke 18:1-8) | James Green
People should pray at all times, but people are prone to give up on prayer and we can give up quickly when God delays His answers.
OCC PodcastBe enduring, be discerning, be ready! (Luke 17:20-37) | James Green
Be ready for the rapture and the second coming. Jesus is coming back.
OCC PodcastResponding differently (Luke 17:11-19) | Brenton Laidler
Different people will respond to the same stimuli differently. From the story of the lepers we see the different ways that people respond to Jesus and it shows…
OCC PodcastIncrease my ...what? (Luke 17:5-10) | James Green
Lord, increase my obedience and humility, as well as my faith!
OCC PodcastDon't be a stumbling block (Luke 17:1-4) | James Green
Be on guard. Then... rebuke, repent, and forgive.
OCC PodcastRichie Rich and Lazarus (Luke 16:19-31) | Brenton Laidler
We don't need to be afraid of the end times but understand the purpose of this life so that we can live with God in the next.
OCC PodcastJustifying ourselves (Luke 16:14-18) | James Green
Success can't save people. Neither can obedience.
OCC PodcastMaking disciples (Mat 28:19-20) | James Green
We are called to be disciples who make disciples