Much of 1 Thessalonians illuminates the wonderful blessing of the communion of saints. In these opening verses, Paul expresses profound thanks for these believers and expresses it in several ways.GREETING (1:1)GRATITUDE (1:1-5a)Av David VanDrunen

The Corinthians were getting a little too carried away with the spiritual gifts. Find out why Paul corrects them and shows them a better way to be eager for and excel in the gifts of the Spirit.Av Joseph Dutko

We saw in the first ten verses of Ezra chapter 7 the appearance of Ezra on the scene as he brings a second group of exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem. In the last part of chapter 7 emphasis will be put on the grace of God working through King Artaxerxes. Here we see the grace of God working through Ezra and God's people.GOD'S PROVIDENCE (7:11-26)EZR…

When David was in trouble and his enemies rejoiced over him, he called out to God and God answered him. David then responded to God's deliverance by praising him. By looking at the way David prayed, we can learn how we also ought to pray to God in times of adversity and in times of prosperity.PRAISES FOR GODREMEMBERING LAMENTA PSALM FOR JESUSA PSAL…

Moses warns Israel that were not to forget the Lord by worshipping other gods.REMEMBER GOD'S GOODNESSREMEMBER GOD'S WRATHREMEMBER GOD'S WORDAv Cornelius Johnson

Paul looks at the parable of the father and his two sons in Luke 15, sharing about love and forgiveness in family.Av Paul Richards

Baalam's first encounter with God (22:7-14)Baalam's second encounter with God (22:15-20)Baalam's third encounter with God (22:21-35) -Donkey's first time seeing the angel of the Lord (22:22-23) -Donkey's second time seeing the angel of the Lord (22:24-25) -Donkey's third time seeing the angel of the Lord (22:26-35)Baalam's first blessing of Israel …

We conclude a series on the Bible's teaching on 'the presence of God' from creation (Gen. 1) to new creation (Rev. 21-22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in-between. We conclude with the presence of God in the New Creation.HIS PRESENCE IN THE RENEWAL OF CREATION (Rev. 21:1)HIS PRESENCE IN A REDEEMED PEOPLE (Rev. 21:2, 9-21)HI…

We welcome Jenni Colwell from the BC & Yukon District of the PAOC who brings a message called 'Family Matters.'Av Oceanside Community Church

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We return to the Psalms and the Psalms of Asaph. This is such a beautiful Psalm asking the Lord to show Justice to care for the weak. It's a Psalm that speaks of Christ.UNJUST JUDGES JUDGEDTHE JUST JUDGE JUDGEDAv Daniel Hyde

Realizing the overwhelming weight of our sin debt reveals Christ as the glorious Savior. He is and compels us to serve Him with gratitude.DEBTDELIVERANCEDEVOTIONAv John Kirby

Ellie and Thomas begin our 3-week message series focusing on families with a message about "Running the Race" from Hebrews 12.Av Ellie Hazelman

We continue a series on the Bible's teaching on the 'presence of God' from creation (Gen. 1) to new creation (Rev. 21-22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in-between. We follow up from our study of the presence in Christ in the presence of the Christian.THE PROMISE OF THE SPIRIT'S NEW BIRTH (EZEK. 37 & JOHN 3)THE PROMISE OF TH…

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Our annual Vision Sunday looks back at 2024 and ahead to 2025 as we "Explore New Horizons" of what God has for Oceanside in the future.Av Joseph Dutko

CONCEPTION & INCARNATION (MATT. 1-20)CHILDHOOD (MATT. 2)BAPTISM (MATT. 3)TEMPTATION (MATT. 4)CRUCIFIXION (MATT. 27)RESURRECTION (1 TIM. 3;16)Av Daniel Hyde

Were talking about everyones favourite subject: tithing! Is it biblical? What does Jesus say? Why should I do it? Watch/listen to answer those questions and much more!Av Joseph Dutko

We continue a series on the Bible's teaching on the 'presence of God' from creation (Gen.1) to new creation (Rev. 21-22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in-between. We pick up with the dark time of the exile but how God made his presence/himself known.WHY EXILE? (EZEK. 8-10)The NorthThe SouthHOPE IN EXILE? (EZEK. 11)AFTER EXI…

Paul shares about having faith in God's provision.Av Paul Richards

A sermon preached on the occasion of the ordination of Gavin Poe to the ministry of Phoenix United Reformed Church.Av Daniel Hyde

We return to the Psalms and the Psalms of Asaph again. We're going to start out by seeing how this Psalm is a prayer of Christ then how it applies to us in terms of our praying for God to revive us again.ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GODACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF SINTHE ACTION OF REPENTANCEAv Daniel Hyde

We continue a series on the Bible's teaching on 'the presence of God' from creation (Gen. 1) to new creation (Rev. 21-22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in-between. We pick up with the temple and see how God made his presence/himself known.WHERE IN THE WORLD IS THE ARK? (1 SAM. 4:2; 2 SAM.6)DAVID'S AMBITION (2 SAM. 7)SOLOMON…

Part 2 of our annual New Years nuggets message! Joseph continues with intersecting nuggets about our upward worship, inward life, and outward living.Av Joseph Dutko

Darius has insured a decree which he demanded that it should be done with due diligence and the leaders follow through with the demand. The temple is finished through divine agency as well as human agency. The temple is dedicated with great joy. And we see the celebration of the Passover and Unleavened Bread because of the goodness of the LORD. Sur…

A HOLY HOUSE (25:1-8)ITS FURNITURE The courtyard (27:9-19)Bronze altar (30:17-21)The tent/miskan (26:1-37)Table for bread (25:23-30)Lampstand (25:31-40)Altar of incense (30:1-10)Ark of the covenant (25:10-22)Av Daniel Hyde

Joseph preaches a special 10th anniversary message on what we hope is the foundation to everything we do here at Oceanside.Av Joseph Dutko

We continue a series on the biblical teaching of 'the presence of God'. We'll trace this theme from creation (Gen. 1) all the way to new creation (Rev. 21-22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in between. We'll pick up with Israel in the wilderness and see how God made his presence/himself known.THE PILAR OF CLOUD & FIRE (13:17…

We pick up in the Psalms with Psalm 29 and a prayer for justice and salvation in a time of deep disappointment. As always, we'll hear the voice of Christ and learn how to pray ourselves.THE PROBLEM (VV. 1-4)THE PETITION (VV. 5-12)THE PRAISE (V. 13)Av Daniel Hyde

It's our annual New Year's nuggets message! In part one Joseph shares 3 interesting nuggets about the history of our faith and some core Christian beliefs.Av Joseph Dutko

Have you ever felt like God is asleep, as the years roll on with dreary headlines? So did our psalmist.CONFIDENCECOMPLAINTCALLAv Dr. Michael Horton

Matthew 1:18–25 & Belgic Confession, article 18In his incarnation, the divine Logos assumed a human nature to become like us in all things except for sin so that he would save us from our sins. Following the order of what the Nicene Creed says about the incarnation, we will consider what it means that Christ is our Immanuel. FOR US MEN AND FOR OUR …

A Special Christmas Eve message that explains how everything did change, can change, and will change because Christ was born.Av Joseph Dutko

THE NAME REVEALEDTHE NAME HALLOWEDTHE NAME ADOREDAv Michael Luckmann

Living in our technology driven age, we are constantly prompted to update our devices for optimal results. In Scripture, God's promise of the New Covenant is the "ultimate update" because it is the fulfillment of God"s great covenant promise: "I will be your God, and you will be my people." It is the ultimate update because in the new covenant, thr…

Paul looks at the story of Mary, sharing how God invites each of us to a specific purpose.Av Paul Richards

Calvin Theological Journal (Volume 46, 2011) read by David C. NoeAv Daniel Hyde

We turn to Psalm 33 tonight, which is a Psalm of praise. What does it teach us about the God we praise?GOD IS THE CREATOR GOD IS THE SUSTAINERGOD IS OUR REDEEMERAv Mr. Jared pine

This morning we continue a series on the biblical teaching of the presence of God. We'll trace this theme from creation (Gen. 1) all the way to new creation (Rev. 21-22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in between. We pick up with Israel in Egypt and see how God made himself known.THE FRUITFULNESS OF ISRAEL (CH. 1)THE BIRTH OF…

Joseph highlights two things Christmas is - or should be - all about in light of the Christmas story in Matthew 2.Av Joseph Dutko

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We continue a series on the biblical teaching of the presence of God. We'll trace this theme from creation (Gen.1) all the way to new creation (Rev. 21-22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in-between. We pick up with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob and see how God revealed himself to those we call "the patriarchs".THE PRESENCE OF GO…

Joseph tells the story of the real "Saint Nicholas," an early church leader, and gives helpful tips on how to approach the topic of Santa with your kids.Av Joseph Dutko

Reading this section in light of the previous episode sounds too good to be true. Because the eye of God was upon the elders of the Jews, the work continues until they get a response from Darius. God's work will not be stopped forever. God in His providence provides an occasion for the completion of the building of the temple. "The eyes of the Lord…

This morning we continue a series on the biblical teaching of the presence of God. We'll trace this theme from creation (Gen. 1) all the way to new creation (Rev. 21–22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in-between.Av Daniel Hyde

As a part of our History Month, Joseph tells the story of the controversies concerning the Lord's Supper in the sixteenth century, which eventually led to reformation.Av Joseph Dutko

Thanksgiving Service 2024Av Daniel Hyde

This morning we begin a series on the biblical teaching of the presence of God. We'll trace this theme from creation (Gen. 1) all the way to new creation (Rev. 21–22), noting the people and places, events and institutions in-between. Today we start "in the beginning." Introduction: What is God's "Presence?"CREATIONAll thingsHumansGARDENBefore the F…

Jesus has authority to forgive sins, but we are sometimes content (happier?) if he heals our bodies or other ills instead. We are not too hard to please. We are too easy to please. But the Savior knows this too, and often shows us his greatest gifts and power through many smaller blessings WHEN JESUS SEEMED TO MISUNDERSTAND THE SITUATION, BUT DIDN'…