OAG Podcast Oxford Assembly of God

When Jesus told the disciples to get in the boat, they had no idea that a great storm was ahead. The same is often true for us today; we don't expect storms to arise when we're doing what God asks of us, but often they do. Jesus' response to the disciples and his reaction to the storm provides a solid blueprint for how we should respond when we are facing uncertain times.

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🙏 Dive deep into a powerful and transformative sermon that explores the profound question: Who am I? This sermon takes you on a spiritual journey, drawing from the heartfelt stories of Moses, David, and Paul, to uncover the true value and identity found in God's love and redemption. Through biblical insights, personal anecdotes, and a touch of humor, discover how you're more than your past, your failures, or your achievements. You are a cherished child of God, bought at a price beyond measure.

Throughout history it is very evident God is not caught by surprise. He is Omnipresent, Omnipotent, and Eternal. Nothing catches Him by surprise. Since nothing catches Him by surprise He is constantly working on our behalf. Because he can pre-see He can and will provide.

In this week's sermon, Pastor Derrel Strickland dives deep into the theme of surrender from a biblical perspective, with a specific focus on how surrendering to God's will is a pivotal aspect of Christian living.

In this week’s sermon, we were blessed to have special guest speaker Dr. James O. Davis share his experiences and insights on the importance of persistence in faith and the concept of living an ‘unhindered Christian life.’ Drawing from Acts 28, the message focused on how Paul, despite being on house arrest, continued to preach and teach about Jesus Christ without hindrance. This powerful sermon highlighted the significance of developing our God-given talents, skills, and abilities for the Kingdom of God. It also emphasized the importance of being part of the global church network, demonstrating how our continued efforts in faith can have a global impact.

The core takeaway from this sermon is the encouragement for us to live our lives fully for Christ, unhindered by obstacles, knowing that God sees us, knows us, and has a plan to develop us into who we are meant to be in Him.

Let’s come together to explore how we can use our unique gifts unhindered by obstacles, knowing that God is always with us.

The service includes music, children's involvement in BGMC, and a message emphasizing the importance of making choices that align with God's word. Special guests David and Mary Boyd share about their missionary experiences, including encounters with baby lions during travels to different countries. They highlight the impact of BGMC projects worldwide and encourage continued support for missions.