Island ECC - A Dynamic English Speaking International Church in Hong Kong

Most people believe that Jesus said not to judge; however, that is not all He said about judging. Although, exactly what did He say?

We all face potential faith blockers in our life… justifiable excuses that can dampen our faith. Zaccheus demonstrates focused resolve to meet Jesus against all odds.

When facing pain, anger and blame are typical responses. Jesus offers a better option.

It’s commonly referred to as the “woman at the well” but the real story is about the Saviour at the well, who replaces shame with gracious acceptance for the most unlikely of characters.

When Jesus heals a paralyzed man, he carefully instructs him to take his mat and go home. In a remarkable story of faith, healing, and the power of friends’ faith, we get great insight into what we need to always have with us on our journey of faith.

If you live in Hong Kong, you know something about crowds. Subway rides, Causeway Bay, and maybe even your own flat have a sense of being crowded. The “crowds” in the gospels play a unique role all their own. Matthew speaks of them as the bystanders...

How’s your heart? The “Big Cleaning Day” before Chinese New Year is a time when we deep clean everything to prepare for a new year. As Christians, perhaps we should have a deep clean of our heart as well. Is your heart at peace with God? Or it it full...

Living counter-culturally can be tough, and yet God invites us to have lifestyles that are distinctively different; but not freakishly weird. How do we find the balance of being “in the world” but not “of the world”?

In a world where we are bombarded with messages of self-indulgence, Jesus offers a time-tested escape and a soothing solution: deny yourself. In this message about generosity, we find that God welcomes us to test Him in giving with faith.

Pain is inevitable in life. We shouldn’t be surprised by it but often we are. However, having a strategy to deal with pain will help ensure that it produces good results in us rather than bitterness, resentment, or numbness.