Oxford Community Church

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.