God's protection on us is one of the many reasons we're thankful this year. This year has been unlike any other, but we have rallied and accomplished so much. Share this with a friend who wasted no time changing into their Thanksgiving (stretchy) pants🙂 "All the Praises Should be Given to My Jesus" Thinking about…
These are Moments We are Grateful for as a Church Family
How's your weekend? Is it us, or do others think about what kind of candy they will have for their church bag for services -- whether online or in person. Apparently, there are really people out there who like Twizzler licorice bites. We'll just be over here, utterly baffled, with a bag of skittles🙂 We're…
“Acts, A City Rising” (5 of 5): Guard What We Have Been Given With Our Life.
Sometimes we grow quicker in the storm. Sometimes we grow stronger in hot, dry places. God uses the worst conditions to become the catalyst for the greatest of change. The Early Church was on the move--called out of darkness into light, following Christ where he led. God has always moved. During the exodus of His…
“Acts, A City Rising” (4 of 5): We Can See In the Dark
The early church certainly went through their season of darkness, but when you have vision, you can see in the dark to get through trials. They walked by faith because they had a vision. Without a vision, people perish. Keep listening to the teachings, reading the Word, and praying -- these will deepen your vision.…
“Acts, A City Rising” (3 0f 5): The Early Church United Around the Things That Really Mattered.
No book shows us how to follow Jesus more than Acts, and it takes us back to the basics of being believers and followers of Jesus. When we have a revelation of Jesus and of the Church, it will transform our lives. If God opens your eyes to both of those, your life won't be…
“Acts, A City Rising” (1 of 5): Eyes on the Prize
Eighteen months ago, OCA and alumni brought this musical to life for two exciting nights. We never released the photos that were taken during the two performances and wanted to share them with you now. For those who always sneak a peek at the last page of a book, you'll like this -- we're starting…
The Complainerville Exit
Nice day, meet the perfect ending. If we don't catch you tonight, maybe we'll give your chilly fall morning a boost with some highlights from a message Brother Nobles taught this past weekend about complaining. If you're married, have you ever been in an argument with your spouse, and right in the middle they say,…