Hagar Through God’s Eyes

Professor Chloe Sun of the Logos Theological Seminary shared with the members of 1.5 Generation Congregation at EFCI on the topic of Hagar Through God’s Eyes. She illustrated how through God’s view of Hagar differs than ours, where He blessed her even given her position. Her sermon taught us the perspective of how God views those who are different than us.

How to Share the Good News?

How to Share the Good News?

Pastor Ben shared with the 1.5 Generation congregation at EFCI on the importance of sharing the good news and why we must share it with those who have not heard. From the passage of Romans, Pastor Ben emphasized that Jesus Christ is God and Jesus died for your sin and resurrected. Because of this belief, we are able to have hope even when facing uncertainties. 

Do You Have a Problem with Authority?

Do You Have a Problem with Authority?

Pastor KC Liu shared with the 1.5 Generation congregation at EFCI on the topic of how Christians should exist with the government through the direct instruction from the bible. KC delivered the insights that Paul cares about how Christians behave as citizens. Paul wants Christians to be good citizens of the state, to be a good witness and have good testimonies.  He saw many Christians not being good citizens, like not paying taxes, or rebelling against authority, and that concerns him deeply.

Practical Faith

Practical Faith

Kitty preached to the 1.5 EFCI 1.5 Generation Congregation through the passage from Joshua chapter 3 to describe the how we can follow in God’s promise since He is the one who knows the future, not us. The ultimate challenge for us is whether we are willing to follow God or our own ways.

Cavities of Life

Cavities of Life

Pastor Andy Fang shared with the 1.5 Generation congregation at EFCI on the topic of "Cavities of Life”  from the life story of Jacob. He shared the transformative journey that Jacob experienced where he no longer relies on his own fight and strive to obtain what he wanted to relying on God’s provision in his life. Andy declared that we often get tired because we are relying on ourselves to go through life, but instead, we should do life God’s way.

When We Face Hardships

When We Face Hardships

"When we face hardship”. The passage contrasts the action taken by lot and Abraham. Through the comparison, Pastor Ben shows us the importance of relying on God, not ourselves when we face hardships.

New Season, New Perspective.

New Season, New Perspective.

Would you follow God despite your circumstances? Sister Kitty shared with EFCI 1.5 Generation congregation on the topic of obeying God’s command because we know who He is even if we’re in unfavorable circumstances.

Mission Testimony Sunday

Mission Testimony Sunday

People often relate mission to a mission trip, where individuals will go to different places and provide services to meet the needs of the locals while having an opportunity to share the gospel. Pastor Ben clarified that mission isa lifestyle and it is what we need to do on a daily basis.

Why should Christians Pursue Hospitality?

Why should Christians Pursue Hospitality?

Pastor KC shared with 1.5 Generation congregation on the topic of hospitality. He emphasized importance of hospitality in the history of the church and the impact it will bring to our ministry.

2016 Quarter 3 Theme: The Power of Transformed Life

2016 Quarter 3 Theme: The Power of Transformed Life

Jesus died for our sin and we are saved by the gospel. After such revelation, our lives should be transformed by the living power of Jesus Christ – to live a new life , a victorious life, instead of struggling in continuous sin and bondage.

How Does Religion Bounds Us? - Matthew 12:1-14

How Does Religion Bounds Us? - Matthew 12:1-14

Pastor Ben shared in his sermon to the 1.5 Generation congregation at EFCI Christian Church on the topic of How Religion Bounds Us? He raised the distinction between following a religion versus having a relationship with our creator. “True religion is about our inner hearts”, he declared.

National Relaxation Day - Special Topics

National Relaxation Day - Special Topics

Pastor Ben shared with us today the importance of observing the Sabbath in our Christian walk and provided us practical ways of how we can find rest in our loving God.

The Best Example - Romans 15:1-6

The Best Example - Romans 15:1-6

Sister Angel Chuang shared with us how to be the best example for other Christians from the book of Romans. She shared that believers have a duty to bear each other’s weaknesses and also should seek to please our neighbors. These teachings are set by Jesus’ example, which is the best example. When we imitate Jesus, we become and example for others.

Transformed - Romans 12:1-2

Transformed - Romans 12:1-2

Pastor Ben shared with us on why we need to transformed and given us practical ways to do so.

  1. To be a better you is to surrender yourself to God.
  2. To be a better you is to renew yourself

A Mysterious God - Romans 11:25-36

A Mysterious God - Romans 11:25-36

A Mysterious God - Romans 11:25-36
Shared by Pastor Hu

Everything that we have is from him and everything we do is through him, and everything we are is for him.