Jesus Is Central OKC
Religion & Spirituality
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Jesus Is Central OKC Welcome to Jesus Is Central OKC, the official podcast of Oklahoma Central SDA Church in Oklahoma City. Each episode brings powerful sermons, in-depth Bible teachings, and uplifting devotionals that keep Jesus at the center of our faith and daily lives. Join us as we explore God’s Word, apply timeless biblical truths, and grow in our walk with Christ. Whether you’re a lifelong believer or just starting your spiritual journey, this podcast is here to equip, encourage, and inspire you through the gospel. 🔹 New episodes featuring sermons & teachings from our church 🔹 Occasional member testimonies that highlight faith in action 🔹 A Christ-centered focus on living out biblical truth Subscribe now and stay connected with us as we continue to proclaim the message: Jesus is central!
Episodes
- The Billion-Dollar Prayer Problem
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC discusses prayer, reframing it not as a chore but as active stewardship of spiritual resources. It covers topics such as distraction, isolation, and building prayer habits, aiming to challenge listeners…
- A Journey Through Time - Pastor Eli
Pastor Eli delivers a sermon from Isaiah 43, encouraging listeners to move forward with God and not dwell on past regrets, disappointments, or failures. The message emphasizes recognizing God's ongoing work and trusting Him for the future.
- When the Numbers Drop: A Better Way to Think About Giving
This episode explores a compassionate response to financial struggles, emphasizing trust, dignity, and God's character instead of guilt or panic. It discusses how financial anxiety impacts mind and spirit, reframes prosperity, and introduc…
- You Have Heard....
This episode from Jesus Is Central OKC discusses Jesus' teachings in Matthew 5:21–48, focusing on the condition of the human heart. The sermon explores anger, lust, and retaliation, highlighting that sin begins internally and calls for tra…
- Managing Gods Money Ends Financial Anxiety!
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC discusses financial anxiety and offers a perspective on managing money based on biblical principles. It explores how viewing oneself as a manager of God's resources can lead to peace and better financia…
- Who You Know and What You Show
This episode from Jesus Is Central OKC explores Matthew 5:13–20. It discusses what it means to be salt and light, emphasizing that good in believers flows from Christ. The sermon also examines fulfilling the law and the call to a deeper ri…
- Baby Step 7 From First Step to Financial Freedom
This episode discusses financial freedom through the Baby Steps framework. It covers topics from saving and budgeting to debt reduction, wealth building, and living debt-free, incorporating biblical perspectives on wealth.
- Sermon On The Mount: Upside Down Kingdom
This episode, "Sermon On The Mount: Upside Down Kingdom," from Jesus Is Central OKC, explores Jesus' introduction to an "Upside Down Kingdom" in Matthew 5:1–12. It discusses the Beatitudes and how they present a way of life contrary to wor…
- Baby Step 6 A Biblical Roadmap to Mortgage Freedom
This episode discusses a biblical and practical approach to achieving mortgage freedom, drawing from Scripture and insights from Ellen G. White. It covers steps like eliminating debt, building an emergency fund, and wise investing, highlig…
- Baby Step 5 A Biblical Approach to College Savings and Financial Stewardship
This episode examines a biblical framework for college savings and financial stewardship, discussing how to balance retirement, college savings, and mortgage payoff. It also covers strategies for students to take ownership through scholars…
- Who is your Judas?
This episode discusses betrayal, choice, and redemption by examining the story of Judas. It explores how small, repeated choices can lead one away from God and emphasizes the importance of extending grace and forgiveness, even towards thos…
- Baby Step 2 Breaking the Chains of Debt...
This episode from Jesus Is Central OKC discusses breaking free from debt by adopting financial stewardship as a spiritual discipline. It explores biblical perspectives on debt and introduces the "debt snowball" method for achieving financi…
- Baby Step 3 Financial Fortress
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC focuses on establishing a fully funded emergency fund as a crucial step in financial stewardship. It provides guidance on creating stability, reducing stress, and aligning finances with faith through pr…
- Baby Step 4 Save 15% Building Wealth for God’s Glory
This episode explores building wealth through investing, focusing on Baby Step 4. It discusses how financial growth can align with Christian faith and responsibility, emphasizing disciplined investment and the importance of giving to honor…
- Faith and Obedience
This sermon from Jesus Is Central OKC explores the biblical relationship between faith and obedience. It highlights examples from Hebrews 11 and discusses how obedience is a response to a heart transformed by grace.
- Baby Step 1 Financial Integrity for Pastors and Laity
This episode explores financial integrity for pastors and laity, emphasizing the connection between personal financial habits and spiritual leadership. It covers budgeting, emergency funds, and the importance of faithful stewardship as an…
- Is the Bible Reliable? Exploring the Evidence
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC discusses the reliability of the Bible, exploring biblical apologetics, historical and archaeological discoveries, scientific insights, and prophecy. It also addresses how the Bible's worldview seeks to…
- Revelation 18 and 19 Explained The Fall of Babylon
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC discusses Revelation chapters 17 and 18, focusing on the fall of Babylon, which is identified with the Roman Catholic Church and apostate Protestantism. It explores the prophesied destruction due to cor…
- Revelation 17: Understanding the Judgment of Babylon
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC analyzes Revelation Chapter 17, interpreting the judgment of Babylon. It examines the "great harlot" symbolism and its relation to historical and contemporary church teachings.
- Revelation 15 & 16 — The Close of Mercy and the Seven Last Plagues
This episode covers a Bible study on Revelation chapters 15 and 16. Topics include the Three Angels' Messages, the symbolic harvest, the final judgment, and the seven last plagues.
- Revelation 14 and Worship: Understanding the First, Second, and Third Angels' Messages
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC delves into Revelation chapter 14, focusing on the theme of worship. It examines the unholy trinity, the three angels' messages, and the importance of adhering to God's commandments, including Sabbath w…
- Revelation 13 Explained - From the First to the Last: A Call to True Worship
This episode explores Revelation 13, examining the rise of the composite beast from the sea, its parallels with Daniel 7, and the concept of true worship in the Bible. It delves into historical events and biblical prophecy, highlighting th…
- Revelation 12: The Tale of Two Women - A Deep Dive into Biblical Prophecy
This episode of Friday Night Bible Study from Jesus Is Central OKC explores Revelation Chapter 12. It discusses biblical prophecy, symbolism, war in heaven and on earth, and the characters of the woman, the dragon, and the male child, inte…
- Embracing God's Comfort: A Mother's Day Special Sermon by Pastor Israel Mora
Pastor Israel Mora presents a Mother's Day sermon focusing on God's comfort and the role of mothers. He shares personal stories and biblical teachings, including references from the Book of Isaiah.
- When Judgment Sounds: The Trumpets of Revelation Part 1
This episode of "Jesus Is Central OKC" discusses the first four of the seven trumpets of Revelation from Chapter 8. It covers their symbolism, Old Testament imagery, and their timeline from Christ's death to His second coming, including th…
- Lost in the Multitude
This sermon from Jesus Is Central OKC discusses faith, healing, and the importance of recognizing one's need for Jesus, drawing lessons from Mark chapter five. It highlights the stories of Jairus and a woman with a chronic illness, emphasi…
- Week 6 Seals 5, 6, 7 Who is Able to Stand?
This episode focuses on the fifth, sixth, and seventh seals in the Book of Revelation. Topics include the souls of martyrs, cosmic disturbances, and the sealing of the 144,000, emphasizing faithfulness and adherence to God's commandments.
- Week 5 The 4 Horsemen of Revelation 6
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC explores Revelation 6, focusing on the seven seals and the Four Horsemen. It examines the symbolism of the white, red, black, and pale horses and their historical and spiritual significance.
- Week 4 Exploring Revelation Chapters 4-5: The Throne Room and the Worthy Lamb
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC explores Revelation chapters 4 and 5. It discusses the imagery of the throne room and Jesus Christ as the worthy Lamb, drawing parallels from the Old Testament and examining Pentecost and Christ's heave…
- Evidence For The Resurrection.
This episode discusses the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus Christ, examining scriptural, scholarly, and atheistic perspectives. It explores the significance of the resurrection within Christian belief.
- Revelation Week 3: The Seven Churches
This episode delves into the book of Revelation, exploring key Bible stories and messages to the seven churches in chapters 2 and 3. It discusses the characteristics, challenges, and promises given by Jesus to each church, highlighting the…
- Revelation Week 2: What Day Was John REALLY in the Spirit?
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC discusses Revelation Week 2. It explores the symbolism of the number seven in relation to the seven churches, seals, trumpets, and bowls, as well as the description of Jesus Christ. The episode also exa…
- Till The End - A Short Sermon before the Lords Supper
This sermon discusses Passover weekend, Jesus' love for humanity, and the betrayal by his disciples. It also covers Jesus' humility and love, and calls for reflection during the Lord's Supper.
- Week 1 - The Revelation of Jesus Christ
This episode of Jesus Is Central OKC explores the first chapter of the Book of Revelation, focusing on what the text reveals about Jesus Christ. It discusses the significance of the opening verses, the testimony of Jesus, and the patterns…
- The Power of Meditation
This episode from Jesus Is Central OKC explores the transformative power of prayer and meditation within a biblical context. It discusses how proper meditation, alongside reflection on God's word, can deepen faith and guide various aspects…
- Wait + Seek = Power! Pastor Eli Castanon
This episode features Pastor Eli Castanon's sermon,
- Heaven Rejoices: A Baptism Celebration Song
This episode features a baptism celebration titled "Heaven Rejoices: A Baptism Celebration Song." It chronicles Sister Rose's baptism, her commitment to her faith, and includes hymns and the ceremony.
- Does God Control Everything? Unpacking Divine Sovereignty
This episode explores the question of whether God controls everything, including human choices, by examining various scripture passages. It discusses how God's sovereignty operates through, rather than against, human free will and responsi…
- The Power of Prayer: Be Anxious for Nothing
In this sermon, Pastor Gio addresses anxiety and highlights the importance of prayer, drawing from biblical teachings and personal experiences. He discusses how prayer can bring peace and joy, encouraging listeners to embrace it as a vital…
- The Man in The Middle Part 4: Glorification
This sermon from Jesus Is Central OKC explores the concepts of repentance, justification, sanctification, and glorification using the story of the thief on the cross from Luke 23. It emphasizes the assurance of salvation through faith in J…
- The Strength in Waiting on God
This episode discusses the strength found in waiting on God, exploring the story of Joseph to illustrate themes of perfect timing and refined faith. It encourages prayer and active trust, suggesting that delays can be preparations for grea…
- The Man In The Middle Part 3: Sanctification
This episode, "The Man In The Middle Part 3: Sanctification," explores the continuous process of spiritual growth and transformation, emphasizing enduring faith. It discusses how sanctification is a lifelong journey of progressing in faith…
- God’s Unfailing Love in Scripture
This episode explores the concept of God's unfailing love as presented in the Bible, referencing scriptures such as 1 John 4:8, John 3:16, Romans 15:4, and Psalm 119:5. It discusses the transformative power of God's Word and offers a praye…
- The Man in the Middle Part 2: Justification
This sermon discusses justification by faith, as presented in Romans and Colossians, and its role in offering a new beginning. It highlights repentance as a gift from God and salvation through the grace and mercy of Jesus Christ.
- The Man in the Middle, Part 1: Repentance!
This episode explores repentance, distinguishing it from regret and highlighting its transformative power. It examines biblical examples from John the Baptist, Jesus, and the apostles, emphasizing repentance as a pivotal step in a spiritua…
- Who are we?
This episode explores identity in faith, the significance of God's commandments, and the role of the prophetic gift. The speaker uses personal stories and biblical insights to underscore the importance of keeping Jesus central in life.