Oxford Community Church

Ask, Seek, Knock (Matthew 7.7–12)

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 08:18:26 GMT

In Matthew 7 Jesus takes us back to the themes of prayer and provision, instructing us to ask, seek and knock. In this talk, Ezzy Phillips considers lies we can believe about God, and how an accurate understanding of his character helps us approach him with confidence.

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The Speck and the Log (Matthew 7.1–6)

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 09:02:20 GMT

Jesus paints an amusing picture to highlight an important lesson about the danger of hypocrisy and the importance of self-reflection. This Sunday Dan Kirk looks at Jesus’ teaching on the speck and the log and his call to pursue righteousness.

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Vision Sunday: Made for More

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 09:38:25 GMT

On our Vision Sunday, Steve Jones preached from 2 Corinthians 3.17–18, helping us to celebrate what God has done over the past year, and look ahead with faith at what's to come. He encouraged us that God has great plans for us - we are made for more.

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Seek First the Kingdom (Matthew 6.25–34)

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:00:02 GMT

Jesus teaches that we should resist worry and trust God for provision. But what does this look like in practice? In this talk, Liam Thatcher considers three ways that God provides, and what it looks like to seek first God’s Kingdom in the area of our finances.

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Treasures in Heaven (Matthew 6.19–24)

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:01:13 GMT

Jesus taught that we should not store up treasure on earth but in heaven, for where our treasure is, there also is our heart. In the run up to our annual Gift Days, Sanjay Mahtani considers what this teaching means for us today, and how we can steward our money well.

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Prayer and Fasting (Matthew 6.16–18)

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:47:34 GMT

What is fasting, and why and how should we practise it today? In this talk, Hollie Noble looks at the Jesus’ instructions about fasting, and considers why it is an important part of a life of prayer.

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The Lord’s Prayer part 2 (Matthew 6.11–15)

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:59:30 GMT

In the second half of the Lord’s Prayer, Jesus invites us to bring our needs before God, asking for daily provision of food, forgiveness, and protection from the evil one. In this sermon, Liam Thatcher looks at how we should pray this prayer today.

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The Lord's Prayer pt1 (Matthew 6.9–10)

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 09:51:48 GMT

Jesus offered his disciples a model for prayer. In this talk, Rich Ellwood looks at the first half of The Lord’s Prayer, which begins by helping us reflect on who God is, and what his plan is.

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The Hidden Life (Matthew 6.1–8)

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT

As we begin a month looking at the subject of prayer, Steve Jones considers Jesus’ teaching on the hidden life. How should we approach God in prayer? And how can we cultivate a healthy prayer life, both in public and private?

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Living in Purity (Matthew 5.27–32)

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:27:47 GMT

Jesus’ sermon continues with a challenging call to sexual purity. In this talk, Al looks at Jesus’ teaching on sex, lust, and relationships and considers how this counter-cultural teaching can actually be good news for us today.

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The Law and the Heart (Matthew 5.17–48)

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:12:18 GMT

Jesus sets the bar high, telling his hearers that they need to be perfect as God is perfect, and that their righteousness should surpass that of the Pharisees. In this talk Liam Thatcher helps us grapple with Jesus’ teaching on the law and consider how we can cultivate pure hearts before God and others.

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Salt and Light (Matthew 5.13–16)

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 09:28:02 GMT

Jesus tells his disciples that they are to live as salt and light. In the second talk of our series, Ben looks at those two metaphors, helping us understand how we are meant to relate to the world around us, being a positive influence for the kingdom.

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The Blessed Life (Matthew 5.1–12)

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:01:39 GMT

The Sermon on the Mount begins with a description of the blessed life, and it doesn’t look how you might expect. In the first talk of our new series, Steve Jones unpacks the beatitudes, and considers what it looks like to live a flourishing life in the Kingdom of God.

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Christ the Revelation

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 09:58:34 GMT

The wonder of Christmas is that through Jesus, the invisible God became visible. In this talk, Michelle looks at John chapter 1 and considers the good news of the gospel.

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Emmanuel: God With Us

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:18:43 GMT

Advent is a time of waiting in anticipation for the one who will make all things right. In this talk from our carol service, Liam Thatcher reflects on the message of Christmas, and how Jesus stepped into our story to rescue us.

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The Lord Provides (Genesis 22)

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 20:18:10 GMT

After many years of trusting God to fulfil his word, Abraham faces the ultimate test; being asked to sacrifice his son. In the final talk of this series Steve looks at the themes of obedience and provision, and considers how this story points forward to the sacrifice of Jesus.

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Isaac and Ishmael (Genesis 21)

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:22:21 GMT

After years of waiting, Isaac finally arrives! In the penultimate talk from our series, Dan Kirk looks at Genesis 21 and considers how we should steward the promises of God over our lives.

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Fear and Lies (Genesis 20)

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:15:28 GMT

For the second time, Abraham lies about the identity of his wife to protect himself, rather than trusting God and speaking the truth. And he puts the whole covenant promise in jeopardy! In this talk, Caroline McNicoll considers the importance of speaking the truth in faith and love.

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Standing in the Gap (Genesis 18-19)

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 12:21:08 GMT

The Lord announced his judgment on the city of Sodom, but Abraham intervened, pleading with the Lord for mercy. In this talk, Liam considers the theme of intercession, and what it looks like to play a priestly role of standing in the gap for our city.

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The Sign of the Covenant (Genesis 17)

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:44:38 GMT

Many years have passed since God first made his promise to Abram, and still the promise remains unfulfilled. Then God commanded Abram to do something unexpected and costly... In this talk from Genesis 17, Steve Jones considers why God gave circumcision as a sign of the covenant, and how it demonstrates God's desire for wholehearted commitment.

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Faith and Patience (Genesis 16)

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 12:52:27 GMT

When God’s promises seem slow to materialise, Abram and Sarai take matters into their own hands, with disastrous consequences! In this talk, Bex Lawton takes a look at the story of Hagar, Isaac and Ishmael, and considers the importance of faith and patience.

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The Promised Child (Genesis 15)

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 09:00:18 GMT

Abram and Sarai have lived with disappointment, unable to have a child. But when God promises them numerous offspring, Abram believed God, and it was credited to him as righteousness. In this talk from our Dedication Service, Liam Thatcher looks at the God’s covenant with Abram, and considers how it points forward to the person of Jesus.

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Courage and Honour (Genesis 14)

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 13:23:32 GMT

Four kings attack Sodom, carrying off their people and possessions, and with them Abram’s nephew Lot. In response, Abram launches a courageous rescue mission, in which he shows himself to be a man of great honour – both to his family, but also to his God. In this talk, Steve Jones unpacks the story of Genesis 14.

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What blocks the flow of the Holy Spirit? (Dawna De Silva)

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 11:58:54 GMT

The biggest block to experiencing the Holy Spirit is operating from a religious spirit. In this talk, guest speaker Dawna De Silva looks at three stories from the gospels where religious leaders resisted Jesus' ministry, because it didn't fit their paradigm. Dawna is the founder and co-leader of the Bethel Sozo ministry, helping people experience the fullness of salvation and freedom that is available in Christ.

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Lift Up Your Eyes (Genesis 13)

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 15:05:42 GMT

Abram and his nephew Lot were extremely wealthy, such that the land could not support them both. But their response to God’s blessing could not have been more different. In this talk Anthony considers the difference between godly and ungodly perspectives on ambition and wealth, and how we can be those who – like Abram – look with eyes of faith.

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Blessed to be a Blessing (Genesis 12:1-9)

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:20:38 GMT

Abram was a wandering nomad and a worshipper of idols, and not at all an obvious candidate to be used by God! But the Lord promised to bless him and through him bless the whole world. In the first talk of our new series, we look at the call of Abram and what it looks like to respond to God’s promises with an attitude of faith.

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A New Chapter: Vision Sunday 2025

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:46:31 GMT

In this talk from our Vision Sunday, Steve Jones talked about a change of chapter, calling us to look ahead to the coming year with faith in the promises of God.

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Living as people who are big on the inside (Acts 9)

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:04:56 GMT

In this talk we look at the conversion of Saul and the courage of Ananias, and consider how we can live as those who are big on the inside.

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God's Heart for the City (Jonah 4)

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 12:15:18 GMT

Jonah’s story ends with a tragic twist, and an unresolved question. In the final talk of our series, Jenny considers Jonah’s bitter response to God’s mercy, and challenges us to think about our own attitudes towards our city.

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Hope for the City (Jonah 3)

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 08:24:16 GMT

God re-commissions Jonah and sends him to Nineveh, and this time the prophet obeys. In this sermon, Dan Woolnough looks at God’s message to the city, and the people’s surprising response.

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A Prayer from Rock Bottom (Jonah 2)

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 16:44:28 GMT

As he sinks to the bottom of the ocean, Jonah must have felt his life was over, but God had other plans. In this talk, Liam Thatcher looks at Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the fish, and considers how it points forward to Jesus.

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Grace in the Storm (Jonah 1.4-17)

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 08:29:19 GMT

Jonah flees from God, to avoid taking His message to the Ninevites, and as a result ends up on a boat in the midst of a storm. In this talk, Danielle looks at how God works on Jonah’s heart, to get his mission back on track.

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A Reluctant Messenger (Jonah 1.1–3)

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 15:09:52 GMT

God told Jonah to preach to the city of Ninevah, calling them to repent and experience his mercy. In response, the prophet ran away. In the first week of our new series, Ben looks at Jonah 1 and considers how we should respond to God’s call to be his voice to our city.

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Love Your Neighbour (Mark 10: 46-52)

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:33:46 GMT

"It is given to whomever needs it and should be received from whoever will give it - that's how you love neighbours."

As we look forward to our next Alpha Course in September, Pastor Steve Jones shares how there is a

season change for the Christian faith happening in our nation and in our city. Reading from Mark 10, Steve encourages us to love our neighbours well, to be like Jesus, to stop in our busyness and listen to those in need, and look out for those who are starting to express faith.

Our next Alpha Course starts on 24th September 2025 and you can find all the details here: occ.org.uk/alpha

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Is Jesus in your Company?

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 16:05:02 GMT

After a day’s travel home from Jerusalem, Mary and Joseph had the shocking realisation that they’d left Jesus behind! In this talk, based on Luke 2, our guest speaker Pastor Wilfred Osei Wusu from PIWC, speaks about the importance of keeping in step with the Spirit.

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Community Groups: Communities that Change the World

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 13:01:36 GMT

In the final week of our series on Community Groups, Sanjay looks at Luke 24 and considers the power of communities to change the world. To find out more about our Community Groups and to find your place visit occ.org.uk/communities

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Community Groups: A Living Community

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:12:29 GMT

Four men bring their friend to Jesus, seeking healing. When faced with a crowd blocking their way, they take a courageous choice to do whatever it takes to reach Jesus, even lowering their friend through a hole in the roof of the house! In this talk, Chloe Swinney and Liam Thatcher look at this story in Mark 2, and consider what it looks like to build a community characterised by life and faith.

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Community Groups: A Growing Community

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 14:46:59 GMT

In the second week of our series on Community Groups, Andy & Ben look at what it means to be a growing community. Reading from Psalm 1 and Ezekiel 47, they encouraged us to gather with intent, read the Bible with purpose, lean into openness & honesty, and commit together.

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Community Groups: A New Community

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:09:31 GMT

In the first week of this new series, Steve Jones looks at Romans 12.4–8, leads us in a game of bingo, and suggests 25 reasons for being part of a Community Group!

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Pentecost (Acts 2)

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:55:07 GMT

On Pentecost Sunday, the Salt and Light Advance family of churches gathered together for our celebration, where we heard from guest speaker Eleanor Mumford.

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Guest Speaker: Pastor Bill Johnson

Tue, 20 May 2025 08:56:53 GMT

On Sunday we were privileged to host Pastor Bill Johnson, Senior Leader of Bethel Church, Redding California. He spoke to us about the Kingdom of God, and the need to understand through faith.

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The End of Hebrews: How do we respond? (Hebrews 13)

Tue, 13 May 2025 13:31:45 GMT

Hebrews ends with the author unpacking ten instructions, exhorting us to respond across many areas of life. In this final talk of the series, Dan Kirk explores how the author encourages us to be the kind of people that Jesus wants us to be: "people-loving, co-suffering, sexually pure, financially content, faithfulness-copying, grace strengthened, hope focussed, worship overflow-ers, joyfully submitted, eagerly prayerful".

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My Sheep Hear My Voice (John 10)

Tue, 06 May 2025 17:02:42 GMT

"You are not followers at a distance. You have a shepherd. You have someone who is caring for you, has a vision for you, wants you to thrive, and has a plan for you."

In this talk, guest speaker, Steve Thomas updates us on his next steps in leadership within Salt & Light Ministries, and shares a message from John 10 about Jesus as our shepherd.

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Overcoming by the Word of God (1 John 2:13-14)

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:42:36 GMT

“If the Kingdom of God doesn’t mean anything for the powerless, the poor, the meek and the lowly, then it doesn’t mean anything at all.”

In this talk, guest speaker, Dr Vishal Mangalwadi spoke from 1 John 2, encouraging us about the strength to overcome the evil one, which comes from the word of God living within us.

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Receiving New Life (John 20)

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 16:06:40 GMT

He is risen! On Easter Sunday, Pastor Steve Jones spoke from John 20, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus and the gift of new life that is available to all.

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The One Who Makes us Holy (Hebrews 12.4–29)

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 15:50:57 GMT

The Christian life is full of challenges, to which faith does not make us immune. This Sunday, Michelle looks at Hebrews 12, considering how our Father disciplines us, makes us holy, and calls us to persevered through hardship.

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The Author and Perfecter of Faith (Hebrews 11 - 12:3)

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 11:05:31 GMT

Hebrews lists many great heroes of the faith, all of whom looked forward to something they didn’t get to see. But God has prepared something greater for us. In this talk, Bex Lawton looks at Hebrews 11–12 which describes Jesus as the author and perfecter of our faith.

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A Perfect Sacrifice (Hebrews 10)

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:37:57 GMT

Having argued that Jesus is our Great High Priest, Hebrews goes further. He is not simply the priest, but also the sacrifice. In this talk, Steve Jones looks at Hebrews 10, considering how Christ’s sacrifice is able to achieve what the others could not, and how we ought to live as a result.

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The High Priest in Heaven (Hebrews 8-9)

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 15:26:45 GMT

The Old Testament describes in detail the worship in the Tabernacle, including complicated rules and rituals. But what relevance do these have for us today? In this talk, Jenna Wood will look at how Jesus is the High Priest in Heaven, who opens up the way to the presence of God for all.

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Giving: Longing to Give

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 20:06:50 GMT

Why might we long to give all that we have to God? In this talk, Steve Jones looks at two passages (Philippians 4:18-10; Ephesians 5:1-2) and shows us how giving is all about love, as we offer ourselves and all that we have to God, and how this offering is beautiful and fragrant.

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Surrendered to Radical Generosity

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:23:09 GMT

What does it look like to offer ourselves to God as living sacrifices? In this talk, Anthony Akinwale looks at Romans 12, and challenges us to think about giving as being far more than just our money.

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A Priest like Melchizedek (Hebrews 7)

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 16:01:54 GMT

Hebrews introduces us to an enigmatic figure named Melchizedek. A priest and king, who receives a fleeting mention in Genesis 14. In this talk, Liam Thatcher unpacks who this mysterious figure was and what it means for Jesus to be a priest in the order of Melchizedek.

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The Anchor Behind the Veil (Hebrews 6)

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 15:49:40 GMT

How can we have confidence that our hope is secure? Is it possible to lose our salvation? What should we make of the warning passages in Scripture? In this talk, Steve Jones grapples with some of these questions and looks at what it means for Jesus to be our steadfast anchor behind the veil.

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Our Great High Priest (Hebrews 4.14–5.10)

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 12:18:47 GMT

The priests had a vital role in Israel’s life, ministering to God and to His people. But as Hebrews shows, their ministry was limited and pointed to our need for a Great High Priest. In this talk, Hollie Noble considers how Jesus’ identity as our Great High Priest allows us to approach God with confidence and find grace and mercy in our time of need.

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Celebrating 40 years of OCC

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 13:00:00 GMT

‘One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts’ (Psalm 145.4)

To celebrate our 40th birthday, we took time to look back at stories of God’s faithfulness, and pray together for the years to come.

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Lord of the Sabbath (Hebrews 4:1-13)

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:07:37 GMT

Joshua led God’s people into the promised land. But his ministry – though remarkable - was incomplete. In this talk, Sanjay Mahtani looks at the Sabbath rest that is available through Jesus, and what it means for us to be a people of rest.

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The Faithful Son (Hebrews 3)

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 12:24:24 GMT

Hebrews praises Moses as a faithful servant of God. But Jesus is far greater than Moses ever was. In this talk, Andy O’Connell looks at Hebrews 3 and what it means to be the house of God, hearing and heeding the voice of Christ.

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The Power of Reflection (Pastor Dr Fred Safo)

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 10:32:48 GMT

In this sermon, guest speaker Pastor Dr Fred Safo Church, of Pentecost UK, spoke on the power of reflection. He encouraged us to reflect on the reason and basis for our faith, so that we can live lives worthy of the calling we’ve received.

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The Incarnate Son (Hebrews 2)

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 18:47:12 GMT

Although Jesus is the exalted one, Hebrews tells us he was made lower than the angels, suffering and tasting death for us. In this talk, Steve Jones looks at Hebrews 2, and considers how Jesus took on flesh to bring us into his family.

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The Eternal Son (Hebrews 1)

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 15:28:06 GMT

If you’ve ever wondered what God is like, Jesus leaves us in no doubt. In the opening talk of our series, a New and Living Way, Liam Thatcher unpacks Hebrews 1 and considers four things this chapter teaches us about Jesus the Eternal Son.

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The Greatest Gift (Matthew 2.1–12)

Sun, 22 Dec 2024 15:55:37 GMT

Everyone who met the newborn Jesus responded with joy - from the shepherds to the wise men. Even today, it is in his presence that we can experience fullness of joy. In this sermon, Danielle Watkis reflects on what it means for Jesus to be the greatest gift, and encourages us to pursue joy in him this Christmas.

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A Family Christmas

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:45:53 GMT

How do you picture the nativity story? In this short talk, Liam challenges the way we imagine the story and the birth of Jesus - not in a detached stable belonging to a commercial inn, but within a family home.

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A City On A Hill

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:00:20 GMT

In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus used a selection of images to describe his people: salt, light, and a city on a hill. In the final talk of this series, we consider what it means for the church to be visible, so that people might see our good deeds and glorify God.

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A Beautiful Bride

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 16:17:09 GMT

Throughout the Bible God’s people are depicted as a bride. We are His beloved, called into intimate relationship. In this talk, Sanjay Mahtani explores our calling to be the Bride of Christ, and how he longs for us to live in love and purity.

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A Fruitful Field

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 12:47:36 GMT

The church is not meant to be a static (or dwindling) thing. Rather, it is meant to be a place of growth and life. In this talk, Steve Jones considers how churches grow, and how we can partner with God in being a fruitful field.

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Spies in the Land (Numbers 13–14)

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 11:32:32 GMT

This Sunday we were joined by a team from Bethel Church, Redding California, and Alyssa Morris spoke to us from Numbers 13–14 about living as people of faith, who inherit the promises of God.

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A Healthy Body

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 15:35:39 GMT

Paul regularly describes the church like a body, of which Christ is the head. In this talk, Anthony explores what it means for the church to be the body of Christ, and how we each need one another, if we are to be a healthy and fully-functioning body.

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A Holy Temple

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 18:15:12 GMT

For the Jewish people the Temple was the centre of their lives. It was the place where they worshipped and brought sacrifices; the place where God and humanity could meet. In this talk, Dan Kirk considers what it means for the church today to be a Holy Temple.

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A United Witness

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 14:07:35 GMT

Jesus prayed for his church, that they would be one, even as the Trinity – Father, Son and Spirit – are one. In this talk, Liam Thatcher considers the call and challenge of unity, and how a unified church can be a powerful witness in a divided world.

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A Precious Flock

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 15:24:03 GMT

Throughout the Bible, God’s people are depicted as a flock of sheep under the care of a shepherd. In this talk, Steve Jones explores both God’s desire for His church as a precious flock, and also His vision for healthy and godly leadership.

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A House and a Family

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 09:51:14 GMT

Two of the most common images used for the church are that of a house and a family. Together, they paint a picture of something that is deeply relational, but also quite challenging! In this talk, Bex Lawton considers the implications of these images for how we seek to live as the church.

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A Kingdom of Priests

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 11:45:18 GMT

God declared to Moses that He had chosen Israel to be a ‘treasured possession, a holy nation, a kingdom of priests.’ In this talk, Steve considers what this lofty calling means, and how it applies today to us as the church.

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A Covenant People

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 15:16:02 GMT

Throughout the Bible, God has always had a people who He has handpicked, and with whom He has made covenant. In this sermon, Sanjay considers what it means for the church to be the covenant people of God today.

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Investing in the Next Generation

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 14:47:13 GMT

This week we were privileged to hear from Dr Bal Krishna Sharma, Principle of Nepal Theological College. He encouraged us with stories of God's faithfulness in Nepal, and challenged us from Paul's exhortation in 2 Timothy 2.1–7 to invest in the next generation.

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God's Manifold Wisdom

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 19:02:33 GMT

Many today consider the church to be outdated, irrelevant, and deeply flawed. Yet the Bible says that the church is something glorious, which displays ‘the manifold wisdom of God.’ In the opening talk of this series, Liam Thatcher looks at Ephesians 3, and considers the counter-intuitive way God views His people.

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Who do you say I am?

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 11:24:14 GMT

In this standalone talk, Pastor Steve Jones considers what Jesus' interaction with Peter teaches us about identity. And he challenges us to respond to God's word with faith, acceptance, and action.

To find out more about Oxford Community Church, visit occ.org.uk

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Oxford Community Church

Ask, Seek, Knock (Matthew 7.7–12)

The Speck and the Log (Matthew 7.1–6)

Vision Sunday: Made for More

Seek First the Kingdom (Matthew 6.25–34)

Treasures in Heaven (Matthew 6.19–24)

Prayer and Fasting (Matthew 6.16–18)

The Lord’s Prayer part 2 (Matthew 6.11–15)

The Lord's Prayer pt1 (Matthew 6.9–10)

The Hidden Life (Matthew 6.1–8)

Living in Purity (Matthew 5.27–32)

The Law and the Heart (Matthew 5.17–48)

Salt and Light (Matthew 5.13–16)

The Blessed Life (Matthew 5.1–12)

Christ the Revelation

Emmanuel: God With Us

The Lord Provides (Genesis 22)

Isaac and Ishmael (Genesis 21)

Fear and Lies (Genesis 20)

Standing in the Gap (Genesis 18-19)

The Sign of the Covenant (Genesis 17)

Faith and Patience (Genesis 16)

The Promised Child (Genesis 15)

Courage and Honour (Genesis 14)

What blocks the flow of the Holy Spirit? (Dawna De Silva)

Lift Up Your Eyes (Genesis 13)

Blessed to be a Blessing (Genesis 12:1-9)

A New Chapter: Vision Sunday 2025

Living as people who are big on the inside (Acts 9)

God's Heart for the City (Jonah 4)

Hope for the City (Jonah 3)

A Prayer from Rock Bottom (Jonah 2)

Grace in the Storm (Jonah 1.4-17)

A Reluctant Messenger (Jonah 1.1–3)

Love Your Neighbour (Mark 10: 46-52)

Is Jesus in your Company?

Community Groups: Communities that Change the World

Community Groups: A Living Community

Community Groups: A Growing Community

Community Groups: A New Community

Pentecost (Acts 2)

Guest Speaker: Pastor Bill Johnson

The End of Hebrews: How do we respond? (Hebrews 13)

My Sheep Hear My Voice (John 10)

Overcoming by the Word of God (1 John 2:13-14)

Receiving New Life (John 20)

The One Who Makes us Holy (Hebrews 12.4–29)

The Author and Perfecter of Faith (Hebrews 11 - 12:3)

A Perfect Sacrifice (Hebrews 10)

The High Priest in Heaven (Hebrews 8-9)

Giving: Longing to Give

Surrendered to Radical Generosity

A Priest like Melchizedek (Hebrews 7)

The Anchor Behind the Veil (Hebrews 6)

Our Great High Priest (Hebrews 4.14–5.10)

Celebrating 40 years of OCC

Lord of the Sabbath (Hebrews 4:1-13)

The Faithful Son (Hebrews 3)

The Power of Reflection (Pastor Dr Fred Safo)

The Incarnate Son (Hebrews 2)

The Eternal Son (Hebrews 1)

The Greatest Gift (Matthew 2.1–12)

A Family Christmas

A City On A Hill

A Beautiful Bride

A Fruitful Field

Spies in the Land (Numbers 13–14)

A Healthy Body

A Holy Temple

A United Witness

A Precious Flock

A House and a Family

A Kingdom of Priests

A Covenant People

Investing in the Next Generation

God's Manifold Wisdom

Who do you say I am?

Ask, Seek, Knock (Matthew 7.7–12)

The Speck and the Log (Matthew 7.1–6)

The Lord’s Prayer part 2 (Matthew 6.11–15)