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The mission of our podcast ministry is to inspire, educate, and uplift individuals on their spiritual journey. Rooted in the values of our church in Elmont, NY, Our vision is to see Jesus, We exist to reach the one with the love of Jesus and for all to live like Jesus.

9h ago

When Religion Meets Power // Pastor Cecil Mathew

In Acts 4, Pastor Cecil Mathew unpacks the boldness of Peter and John as they stand before religious leaders after the healing of the man at the Beautiful Gate. This message explores the difference between religion and a Spirit-filled relationship with Christ, the power of the Holy Spirit in everyday life, and why believers must remain faithful when facing opposition. Discover how God uses ordinary people to accomplish extraordinary things through the name of Jesus.Key Themes:Religion vs. relationship with ChristThe power of the Holy SpiritBoldness in the face of oppositionThe authority of the name of JesusOrdinary people used by God for extraordinary purposesObeying God above cultural pressureLiving a faith that cannot be silenced#Acts4 #BookOfActs #PastorCecilMathew #OneChurch #HolySpirit #ChristianSermon #BibleStudy #Faith #JesusChrist #ChristianLiving #BiblicalTeaching #Gospel #Church #ChristianPodcast #ChristianYouTube #SpiritFilled #BoldFaith #Prayer #Discipleship #Christianity #BibleTeaching #Jesus #FaithInAction #ActsSeries #SundaySermon

38 min
6d ago

Biblical Marks of a Healthy Church // Pastor Abey Thomas

The early church didn't grow because of programs—it grew because people were filled with the Holy Spirit and devoted themselves to God's Word, fellowship, prayer, and worship. In this study of Acts 2:40–47, we examine the characteristics of a healthy church, Peter's call to "save yourselves from this crooked generation," and why spiritual growth requires more than a one-time decision. Learn how the first believers lived, why God added to their number daily, and what it means for Christians today to live with authentic faith and devotion. Scripture: Acts 2:40–47Topics: Holy Spirit, Early Church, Christian Growth, Fellowship, Prayer, Biblical Teaching, Evangelism

48 min
Jun 4

Resurrection Power Poured Out (Journey of Acts) // Bishop Angel Marcial Jr.

In this powerful message from Acts 2:14–41, Bishop Angel Marcial Jr. explores how the resurrection of Jesus and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit continue to transform believers today. Discover how resurrection power produces boldness, confirms Christ as Lord and Messiah, and calls every believer to respond through repentance, baptism, and Spirit-filled living. This message highlights the ongoing work of Pentecost, the importance of Holy Spirit empowerment in everyday life, and God's desire to use every generation in His Kingdom. Be encouraged to walk in the same power that raised Christ from the dead and boldly fulfill God's purpose for your life. Key Topics:• Resurrection Power• Pentecost & the Holy Spirit• Acts 2:14–41• Boldness in Witnessing• Spirit-Filled Living• Multi-Generational Revival• Authority in Christ• Repentance & Baptism #ResurrectionPower #Pentecost #HolySpirit #Acts2 #BishopAngelMarcialJr #ChristianSermon #Revival #SpiritFilledLife #OneChurch

39 min
May 15

Are You Open? (Journey Of Acts) // Pastor Cecil Mathew

In this powerful message from the “Journey of Acts” series, Pastor Cecil Mathew walks through Acts chapter 2 and the coming of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. The sermon centers around one key question: “Are you open?” — open to God’s timing, God’s power, and the work of the Holy Spirit in your life. The message begins by highlighting how the disciples waited faithfully for the promise Jesus gave them. Pastor Cecil reminds the church that God moves in His timing, not ours, and that breakthrough often comes after seasons of waiting, preparation, hunger, and unity. Just as the disciples gathered together in one place expecting God to move, believers today are called to stay spiritually positioned and ready for what God wants to pour out. He then explains the significance of Pentecost — not as a denomination, but as a biblical feast established in the Old Testament, celebrated 50 days after Passover. Pastor Cecil beautifully connects the Old Testament giving of the Law on Mount Sinai with the New Testament outpouring of the Holy Spirit, showing how God unites His purposes through grace and the Spirit. As the sermon unfolds, Pastor Cecil describes the dramatic moment when the Holy Spirit came like a mighty rushing wind and tongues of fire rested upon each believer. He emphasizes that the Holy Spirit is not merely an emotion or experience, but a person — part of the Trinity — who empowers believers to live beyond human strength. The baptism of the Holy Spirit is presented as a gift from God that equips believers for boldness, transformation, and ministry. The sermon also highlights how the Spirit of God unites people from every nation, language, and background. Pastor Cecil compares the division of languages at the Tower of Babel with the unity created through Pentecost, where people from many nations heard the gospel in their own language. The message powerfully reminds listeners that the gospel and the Holy Spirit are for everyone — every tribe, tongue, and generation. Pastor Cecil challenges both younger and older generations to live boldly for Christ, use their influence wisely, and allow the Holy Spirit to work through their lives. He encourages believers not to hide their faith, but to live in a way that reflects the power, peace, and hope of God even through hardship. The message concludes with a strong reminder that believers are not called to seek the approval of people, but to remain faithful and obedient to God. Even when misunderstood or criticized, Christians are called to stay surrendered to the Holy Spirit, discerning God’s voice above all others and walking faithfully in His calling.

44 min
May 13

When You Don’t Know What To Do (Journey of Acts) // Pastor Cecil Mathew

A powerful and deeply practical message from the “Journey Through Acts” series, centered on Acts 1:15–26, exploring how believers can discern the will of God during seasons of uncertainty, transition, and major life decisions. The sermon walks through the moment after Jesus’ ascension when the disciples were waiting in Jerusalem, facing the loss of Judas and the uncertainty of what would come next. Through Peter’s leadership, the message highlights how the early church responded when they did not know what to do — not with panic or emotion, but with prayer, scripture, community, and trust in God’s sovereignty. Key themes include: Trusting God when the future is unclearLearning how to discern the will of GodThe importance of community and spiritual coveringStanding firmly on scripture instead of emotionsSeeking wise and godly counsel before major decisionsPraying specifically and relying on the Holy SpiritUnderstanding that God can restore and use broken people, just as He restored Peter after his failureRecognizing that God’s process often shapes us just as much as the answer we are seeking The sermon also emphasizes that God’s will will never contradict His Word and challenges believers not to make permanent decisions based on temporary emotions. Using the disciples’ process of choosing Matthias to replace Judas, the message teaches that spiritual discernment involves scripture, prayer, unity, godly standards, and surrendering outcomes to God. Practical application is woven throughout with encouragement for students, families, young adults, and anyone facing decisions regarding career, marriage, ministry, relocation, or purpose. The message closes with five reflective questions believers should ask when seeking God’s direction, reminding the church that while we may not always have the full picture, we can trust the God who does. Ultimately, the sermon is a call to trust God’s process, obey His leading, and walk forward in faith even when the next step is not fully visible.

50 min
May 11

Plugged In (Journey of Acts) // Pastor Sunil Paulose

In this powerful sermon from the book of Acts, Pastor Sunil Paulose calls believers to awaken spiritually and prepare for the return of Jesus Christ. Beginning in Acts 1:9–11, the message focuses on Jesus’ ascension into heaven and the promise that He will one day return in the same way. Pastor Sunil describes the awe of the disciples as they watched Jesus ascend into the clouds, while also reminding the church that believers have a mission to fulfill until Christ returns. The sermon highlights the significance of biblical prophecy, explaining that more than 300 Old Testament prophecies were fulfilled through Jesus’ first coming and over 1,500 prophecies speak about His second coming. Pastor Sunil teaches on the two stages of Christ’s return: the rapture, where believers meet the Lord in the air, and His later return in glory to establish His kingdom on earth. He stresses that spiritual readiness is essential and warns that outward religion alone is not enough. True readiness comes through repentance, holiness, obedience, and an intimate relationship with God. A major theme of the message is the importance of waiting in God’s presence and being filled with the Holy Spirit. Referring to Acts 1:8, Pastor Sunil explains that Jesus instructed His disciples to wait before going out to minister. He emphasizes that ministry without intimacy with God becomes powerless and empty. The sermon warns against distractions such as busyness, entertainment, social media, and worldly pursuits that keep believers from prayer and communion with God. Pastor Sunil describes these distractions as tactics of the enemy designed to weaken Christians spiritually and keep them disconnected from God’s power. The sermon also emphasizes unity within the church. Using the example of the disciples gathering together in prayer before Pentecost, Pastor Sunil explains that unity is essential for the move of God. He warns against gossip, division, and disunity, encouraging believers instead to become peacemakers and recognize that everyone is still growing spiritually. One of the most memorable parts of the sermon is Pastor Sunil’s analogy comparing different types of vehicles to spiritual life. He compares unbelievers to traditional gas-powered cars, nominal Christians to hybrid vehicles that occasionally tap into spiritual power, and committed believers to fully electric vehicles that remain constantly “plugged in.” Just as an electric vehicle depends completely on being connected to power, believers must remain continually connected to God through prayer, dependence, and the Holy Spirit. The sermon concludes with a passionate call for believers to fully surrender to God, prioritize prayer, and live prepared for Christ’s return. Pastor Sunil encourages the church to seek the Holy Spirit daily, involve God in every decision, and boldly fulfill the Great Commission in these last days. Ending with 1 Thessalonians 5:17 — “Never stop praying” — the message challenges believers to live fully dependent on God and ready for the coming of Jesus Christ.

52 min
May 8

To Be Continued (Journey Of Acts) // Pastor Cecil Mathew

The message centers on the transformative journey of the early church as recorded in the book of Acts, emphasizing its ongoing relevance for believers today. It highlights that the book of Acts is not merely a historical account but a living narrative that connects the ministry and teachings of Jesus Christ with the continuing mission of the church, empowered by the Holy Spirit. The book serves as a bridge between the Gospels and the apostolic letters, showing how Jesus’s work did not end with His resurrection and ascension but continues through His followers. The call is for the church today to actively participate in this mission—to not just admire what Jesus did but to continue what He started, living in obedience and empowered by the Spirit.A key theme explored is the concept of waiting, which the disciples experienced before receiving the Holy Spirit at Pentecost. This waiting period was not idle but a time of preparation, unity, and alignment with God’s timing. The sermon draws a powerful analogy to an oil pipeline in Alaska that, despite having all the necessary infrastructure, stopped flowing because the oil froze—similarly, believers can have all the right systems and routines but still lack the vital flow of the Spirit. Waiting tests faith and patience, builds trust, and refines obedience, preparing the church to carry out its God-given mission effectively. The message encourages believers to embrace waiting as a divine process of preparation rather than a period of frustration or delay, trusting that God’s timing is perfect and purposeful.Furthermore, the sermon stresses the necessity of the baptism in the Holy Spirit, which empowers believers for their calling and mission. It distinguishes between water baptism as a symbol of cleansing and Holy Spirit baptism as a source of power for ministry and witness. The mission given to the church is clear: to be witnesses of Jesus "in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." This mission transcends cultural and geographical boundaries, encompassing the global church today. Believers are urged to faithfully serve where they are, whether in small or large capacities, trusting that God is orchestrating a greater story through their obedience and alignment with His Spirit. Ultimately, the message calls for a faith-filled, Spirit-empowered church that embraces its role in God’s unfolding kingdom, living out the Great Commission with humility, patience, and power.

48 min
Jan 13

Finish Well, Start Strong // Pastor Cecil Mathew

Preparation, renewal, and perseverance are essential as one season ends and another begins. God’s presence brings blessing and transformation, even within imperfect circumstances. Life in Christ requires endurance, discipline, and intentional transition—moving from one season to the next and from an old way of living into a renewed life shaped by Christ. Finishing well and beginning strong involves consecration, releasing burdens, and allowing God to work in every area of life.Key areas for reflection include identifying places where outward strength conceals inner weakness, recognizing how success can create vulnerability to failure, confronting truths that require repentance, and discerning what must be released in order to move forward freely. Even those chosen and empowered by God experience inner struggle and failure, yet restoration remains possible through humility, repentance, and grace. Faithfulness is defined not by external achievement but by character, integrity, and obedience to God’s calling.Intentional spiritual renewal requires pausing to reflect, pray, and prepare for what lies ahead. Dependence on the Holy Spirit provides the strength needed to continue with endurance and faithfulness. Growth involves shedding anything that hinders progress, trusting God’s sustaining grace, and moving forward with courage and hope. This transition marks not merely an ending, but an opportunity for new beginnings empowered by God’s presence and the victory found in Christ’s resurrection.

44 min

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12/07/2023

Nainan MD

This podcast has blessed me so much! Thank you one church

The mission of our podcast ministry is to inspire, educate, and uplift individuals on their spiritual journey. Rooted in the values of our church in Elmont, NY, Our vision is to see Jesus, We exist to reach the one with the love of Jesus and for all to live like Jesus.

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One Church LI
Years Active

2023 - 2026
Episodes

174
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