Best Island ECC Podcasts (2025)

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The Sticky Stuff: Sticking Together Through Contempt 41:05

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We begin a new series focused on the sticky stuff within our relationships. Every relationship will go through difficult times. An unresolved fight. A broken boundary. Growing apart because of busyness. These are some of the circumstances that cause relationships to fall apart, but is there something we can do about it? We kick off this series by l…

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Fresh Start: Pray Bigger 34:46

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Usually when our spiritual lives begin to stagnate, the first warning signs can be seen in our habit of prayer. They start becoming mechanical and routine, lacking any sort of passion or conviction. But is there a prayer that has the power to revitalise our prayer lives? In today’s sermon we examine the most powerful prayer ever prayed and how we c…

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Fresh Start: Trusting Deeper 39:33

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Our days are often full of worry. We fall into a routine of trying to control everything, our schedules, our work, our relationships, doing our best to hold it all together. And it’s exhausting. We need a Fresh Start. We need a way to step out of the cycle, loosen our grip, and trust God more deeply with our lives. Today, we’re going to explore pra…

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Fresh Start: See Clearer 37:52

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Throughout Jesus’s life, even for His closest followers, it was common for people who saw Jesus not to really see Him. In this message, we’ll explore what we know about truly seeing and loving people around us, and how that honest approach can help up so love and see God clearer.By Eric Farmer

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Fresh Start: Awake! 40:31

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Over and over in scripture, we are told to be “awake”. The tendency is for us to be spiritually drowsy, missing out on an adventure and “sleeping through” the reason we are on this planet.By Brett Hilliard

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Heart of Hearing: Anger Management 48:47

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There is plenty to be mad about in our world today. It seems that there is rage everywhere. What angers you? And more importantly, how do you handle it?By Brett Hilliard

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Heart of Hearing: Navigating Pride 37:09

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Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall. Better to be lowly in spirit along with the oppressed than to share plunder with the proud.By Kevin Kusunoki

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Heart of Hearing: The Inner Life 39:28

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God gave Solomon wisdom and very great insight, and a breadth of understanding as measureless as the sand on the seashore. He spoke three thousand proverbs and his songs numbered a thousand and five. He spoke about plant life, from the cedar of Lebanon to the hyssop that grows out of walls. He also spoke about animals and birds, reptiles and fish. …

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Clickbait: Defeating Strongholds 46:52

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Strongholds are subtle. Built over time, and strengthened without our intention, often we are unaware of the strongholds that the enemy has in our life. But rather than just coping, or swatting them away, how about destroying them? That is precisely what we are told to do.By Brett Hilliard

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Clickbait: Outwitting Satan 40:47

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The popular reality show, Survivor, had a tagline of “Outwit, Outplay, Outlast”. This would be a fitting tagline for our lives as followers of Christ. To be aware of the enemy, and to be determined to outwit him. Do you have a strategy?By Brett Hilliard

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Clickbait: Temptation’s Triple Threat: Your Battle Plan 40:27

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When it comes to temptation, do you have a battle plan? Are you equipped to fight back? Are you sitting around waiting for temptation to come your way and see how it goes? No way! So, let’s get ready to counterstrike because we are not victims, but victors in Christ!By Daniel Tse

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Clickbait: The Father of Lies 40:55

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Satan is the father of lies. His main tactic is deception. However, he is not as powerful as he claims to be. We also have the Holy Spirit who is the Spirit of truth to guide us. Spiritual warfare is true, but Christians are on the winning side.By Albert Ng

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Clickbait: The Battle is Real 39:59

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We all “believe” in invisible things, like oxygen and love, for example. But when it comes to a mysterious spirit world, many of us think it sounds a bit too fanciful. Angels and demons? Really? But the unseen world is real, and by pretending it’s not (or hyperfocusing on it), we run the risk of being influenced unknowingly.…

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The Sticky Stuff: Sticking Together through Annoyance 41:07

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We’ve all got them – people in our lives that drive us crazy. People that seem to sap the energy, rob our joy, and leave us often feeling angry, guilty, frustrated, and confused. What does God say about dealing with the annoying people in our lives?By Brett Hilliard

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The Sticky Stuff: Sticking Together through Spiritual Imbalance 43:54

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God has made us all unique, so there’s no wonder that in relationships we will come face to face with others who are in different spiritual seasons and have different preferences and practices. Today we’ll look through the lens of Paul’s words to the Corinthians to see what wisdom from God he had to share regarding a church full of spiritual imbala…

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The Sticky Stuff: Sticking Together through Resentment 35:16

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Relationships are beautiful, yet complex. We thrive when we’re on the same page and in harmony with one another. But when that gets complicated because we feel wronged by a person, bitterness can creep in and create a toxic relationship… with ourselves. Resentment is a powerful emotion that sends us down a downward spiral. There’s only one thing th…

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The Sticky Stuff: Sticking Together Through Disagreement 43:08

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Repairing relationships is one of the toughest things we’ll do in life. And yet, it’s required from us all. And though we love building new relationships, maintaining damaged relationships can be daunting. A few practical skills can greatly assist us along the way.By Brett Hilliard

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The Sticky Stuff: Sticking Together through Discouragement 38:00

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Discouragement can take a toll. On our own mental health, our sense of joy in life, and it will even affect our relationships. Having a personal strategy to combat discouragement will bring blessing to you and those near you.By Brett Hilliard

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Known: Qanna Jealous God 37:20

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This may be the most confusing descriptor of God in all the Bible, but unless we understand His jealousy, we can’t really understand God Himself.By Brett Hilliard

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Known :Jehovah Mekoddishkem The Lord Who Sanctifies 39:05

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Have you ever observed someone who is a Christian and thought, “They don’t really act like one?” Or have you ever been personally disappointed in your own ability to maintain a vibrant faith? As we learn more about The Lord who Sanctifies, we will gain a deeper understanding of how spiritual growth happens, and what we can expect from God in that j…

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Known: Jehovah Jireh The Lord Will Provide 20:16

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Today we are reminded that God sees you and provides for you. He is El Roi, the God who sees, and Jehovah Jireh, the God who provides. These names of God are beautifully illustrated in the tale of two step-brothers. Both sons of Abraham, but dramatically different stories. Whether you feel forgotten like Hagar or tested like Abraham, God knows your…

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Known: El Roi God Who Sees Me 17:03

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Discover the profound story of Hagar, the Egyptian slave girl who named God El Roi – "the God who sees me." In this powerful message, we explore how God meets us in our deepest vulnerabilities, hears our pain, and sees the longings of our hearts. Just as He saw Hagar and set her free, He sees you and is working to bring redemption and hope into you…

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Known: Jehovah Rapha: The Lord Who Heals 40:18

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We all want healing from God, but few of us get it. How do we reconcile that experience with the revelation of God as Jehovah Rapha, which means God our healer? We try to answer this question by studying Exodus 15, where God first reveals Himself to be Rapha.By Kevin Kusunoki

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Known: Jehovah Nissi: The Lord is My Banner 43:59

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God has revealed himself to us with different names that indicate various aspects of His character. This message focuses on God as a purposeful, powerful God who provides victory.By Rick Bates

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Known: Jehovah Shalom: The Lord is Peace 36:28

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Frantic. Distracted. Overwhelmed. Worried. These are likely to be pretty good adjectives to describe your life. What would your life look like if the peace of God rushed in? How would your demeanor change?By Brett Hilliard

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I AM: The Resurrection and the Life 38:54

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On this Easter Sunday, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ! His resurrection assures us that we, too, can conquer death. Yet, the idea of our own resurrection can sometimes feel abstract, lacking practical relevance in our everyday lives. How significant is the resurrection for our daily existence, and why should it matter to us?…

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I AM: The Way, the Truth, and the Life 38:24

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Perhaps the most radical statement Jesus ever makes, is found in John 14:6. It was provocative then, and it is provocative now. His claim to be the only way to God is extreme, and seemingly narrow. But it also highlights the uniqueness of Jesus among all other gods.By Brett Hilliard

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I AM: The Vine 43:09

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As Jesus was preparing for His eventual arrest and crucifixion, He wanted to leave His disciples with a message. What He gives them is a simple, yet profound illustration, to succinctly explain everything we need to live as believers. With His usual candor, He also outlines what could happen if we don’t follow His words, but overall, the message is…

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I AM: The Good Shepherd 38:11

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Jesus’s discourse in John 10 continues from the revelation of Him as the door, to His role as the Good Shepherd over God’s people. His use of symbolism stems from an occupation and prophetic imagery used extensively in the Old Testament, and here to the religious leaders of the day, He is declaring that He is the loving Messiah God’s people had bee…

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I AM: The Door 42:42

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Jesus said, “I AM the door.” Jesus is the only door to God, and the only door to a life that is truly meaningful.By Albert Ng

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I AM: The Light of the World 39:00

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Jesus says that He is the Light of the world. What does that mean? Why were the Israelites so offended by that statement? We kick off our new sermon series through the “I AM” statements in the gospel of John and explore the significance of this statement and what it means for our lives.By Kevin Kusunoki

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Breaking Ground: Building Legacy 37:38

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Boldness doesn’t come easy for most of us. At least boldness in the right categories. For some, it may come easy, but not appropriately. And study of Peter and Paul inspires our boldness to come in forms that bring glory to God’s purposes.By Brett Hilliard

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Breaking Ground: Building the City 45:08

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Hong Kong remains the best city in the world (personal opinion). But beyond the shiny veneer and incomparable skyline, are 8 million people with increasingly complex struggles. The answer is the good news of Jesus. Always has been, always will be.By Brett Hilliard

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Breaking Ground: Building People 44:15

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If all we had of Scripture was John 4, the Woman at the Well, we could be convinced of the gospel’s great message of love. Here we see a paradigm for bringing good news to a lost world.By Brett Hilliard

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Seek First: Increase Our Faith! 42:40

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Without faith it is impossible to please God. Hmmm. Pretty powerful statement. So how can I realistically increase my faith?By Brett Hilliard

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Wellspring: No Excuse and As Your Heart Desires 39:39

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Carrie Lo: In the Parable of the Great Banquet (Luke 14:15-24), the host prepared a banquet and invited many guests, but many of them rejected with excuses. This is an analogy of the kingdom of God. This invitation has also been made to us, so how should we respond? How can we stop making excuses, and take steps to move towards the “banquet”? Danie…

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Wellspring: True Blessedness and True Wholeness 39:03

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Zelda Cheung: We all want to be blessed and happy, but how can we attain a state of blessedness? Psalm 1 shows us that our best bet is keeping our hearts and minds on God, the wellspring of blessings and the giver of every perfect gift. Michael Wong: The sermon highlights the profound connections between body, mind, spirit, and community. Rather th…

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People of God: On Fire! 36:21

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It seems as if every Christian goes through a season of being spiritually dry and disconnected. How do we fight against the seemingly unavoidable experience of becoming lukewarm in our faith? In the final sermon of our People of God series, we look to the book of Revelation for answers.By Kevin Kusunoki

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People of God: But First, Look Inside 41:08

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Our default setting is to focus on the externals. We perform, we manage our reputations, we dress to impress. But so often, our focus on externals comes at a great expense. Our inner lives go untended.By Brett Hilliard

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People of God: What are you made for? 41:05

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“Work hard, Play hard”. Is that the sum total of life purpose? Many people embrace this, whether they realise it or not. But there certainly is a better way. Finding your purpose and living it out is your chief goal of life. Regardless of your job, your status, your talent, or your personality, you have a God-designed purpose awaiting you.…

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People of God: Made to Worship 40:29

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Most of us don’t think of worship as a skill to be developed. Are you a good worshipper? Consider making a goal of your 2025 to be a better worshipper of God.

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People of God: Celebrating Good News 34:11

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This message speaks to the value of making good life resolutions, rather than the more typical new year resolutions. The most important life resolution is being connected to God in Christ. The sermon gives a clear presentation of the gospel message of Jesus Christ.By Rick Bates

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New Light: Love 36:14

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The fourth candle of this advent series is the candle of love. For many of us, the struggle is not that we don’t know how to love, rather it is that we don’t know how to receive love. Many of us are so scarred from relationships that we have made it impossible for ourselves to experience love of any sort. We look to the example of Mary to learn abo…

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New Light: Joy 34:37

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Joy can’t be produced, but it can be managed.By Brett Hilliard

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New Light: Peace 42:15

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Many of us seek to make peace something tangible – something we can grasp and claim as "our peace". However, true peace cannot be manufactured. When we lack this genuine peace, it can weigh heavily on our hearts and burden our souls. Listen closely and open your hearts to receive the transformative Gift of True Peace.…

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New Light: Hope 40:38

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Hope is a word that gets thrown around a lot at Christmas. It’s found on Christmas cards and in song lyrics. But what does it really look like to experience deep and abiding hope?By Brett Hilliard

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Rewiring My Worldview: We have a generous God 30:19

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We have a generous God who gives us all our money and possessions. However, that’s not the end of the story. God desires us to multiply them and share them with others. We are meant to be generous, just like God is so generous to us.By Albert Ng

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Rewiring My Worldview: Finding Purpose in Singleness, Marriage, and Parenting 42:14

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How can singleness become a season of purpose and service? What if marriage is more about sacrificial love than personal happiness? How can we understand parenting as a mission to raise God-centred children? Today we explore how to glorify God and reflect His love in every stage of life by realigning our priorities with His Word.…

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Rewiring My Worldview: LIFE AND DEATH AND LIFE AGAIN 43:05

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The topics of life and death are some of the weightiest realities we are all called to carry as humans. And despite our inclination to look away and avoid, the healthiest thing we can do is face these questions head-on while in the safe presence of a loving God. His words will keep us from regret and rewire the way we think about these vital topics…

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Rewiring My Worldview: How True is the Bible? 47:19

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There are many sacred texts which provide inspiration for how to live. How is the Bible unique, and how does it demonstrate reliability?By Brett Hilliard