And as Peter knocked at the door of the gate, a woman named Rhoda came to answer. Acts 12:13 Have you ever been engrossed in Bible study, or an important discussion, or watching the climax of a mystery movie, and hear a knock on the door? The interruption can be unnerving. Annoying (unless you’re waiting […]
The Lord’s Hand
“The Lord’s hand was with them, and a great number of people believed and turned to the Lord.” Acts 11:21 When the Lord’s hand is on us, one of two things happens. Either we feel His hand of correction, or we feel His hand of blessing. Throughout God’s word we see instances when God’s hand […]
The Answer to Every Obstacle
How do you handle obstacles? How do you recognize God’s voice in those obstacles. Gearl Spicer tackles these issues in today’s message.
Special Note from Gearl Spicer
Dear One Heart Family, A very special Sunday awaits us this week as we head toward the summer! We will be blessed to be in one service as we gather together on Memorial Day weekend. We will meet at 10:30 AM. Don’t miss this fantastic time of worship. If you are traveling, be safe! […]
Living for His Glory With Busy Hands
“This woman was full of good works and charitable deeds which she did.” Acts 9:36b We don’t know much about Tabitha except in a few verses in Acts 9:36-43. But as we read her story we learn something. The work of our hands for the Lord always brings glory to God and blessings to us. […]
From My Heart – Gearl Spicer
We had another amazing day at church! I’m so blessed to watch as we gather together and celebrate Jesus. I’ve been meditating on some verses that I wanted to share with you. These verses are the culmination of God’s instruction to His people through Hosea. Think about these this week: “Whoever is wise, let him […]
Disciplined and Devoted
How directly are you linked to Jesus. Gearl Spicer helps us answer this question in today’s message.
Big Oak Ranch
Dear One Heart Family, In spite of torrential rain all weekend we had amazing services. God is so at work in our church! This Sunday will be amazing as we celebrate Mother’s Day and honor all of our ladies. We will also dedicate some precious little ones to Jesus! NOW, I need you […]
Never Beyond His Reach
“Then Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest and asked letters from him to the synagogues of Damascus so that if he found any who were of the Way, whether men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem.” Acts 9:1-2 Have you […]
Never Beyond His Reach
Gearl Spicer continues the series Our Story, His Glory with a look at how you can find direction in this crazy world!
Fork in the Road
Fork In The Road “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’ ” Isaiah 30:21 Sometimes God takes us somewhere we don’t want to go so He can accomplish what He wants to do with us. […]
Fork in the Road
Have you ever been lost even though you had directions? Gearl Spicer teaches us what to do when we get to that “fork in the road.”
Sunday Was Amazing!!
What an amazing day we had yesterday. I’m so grateful for the OHC family. We had a bunch of guests who loved their time with us. I’m excited about next Sunday with our regular services in the morning and our kids program at 5 PM. We will have an extra blessing of the children also […]
Your Story, His Glory
“When they heard this they were furious and gnashed their teeth at him.” Acts 7:54 In Acts chapter 7 Stephen confronts the religious, establishment zealots with God’s truth. God’s story was his story. And the self-righteous religious leaders didn’t like it. They were so angry in fact that they gnashed their teeth. Have you ever […]
Spring is Here!
The cool breeze and spring rains remind us of the change in seasons. Life often presents to us moments of change! In those moments we see things from a different perspective and see life through a new lens. One Heart is a place for a new perspective and a fresh look at your spiritual life. […]
The Ministry of Presence
Thanks for stopping by www.oneheartchurch.org. We sure hope that you are challenged to become involved and you view the host of programs and activities made available to you. OHC has some nay things to offer each and every member of your family. From child to senior, OHC has it all. We would love for you […]
Exciting Days at One Heart Church
I wanted to write you on Monday and let you know how excited I am to see you on this coming Sunday! As spring break is now over I anticipate a great day in both services. You might be wondering why I’m writing so early in the week and the answer is simple: I miss […]
Looking for His Glory
Can you imagine your life without Christ? God’s grace and His truth are free to all. His glory is all around us. Join Gearl Spicer today as we begin a new series, Our Story, His Glory. What is your story?
Anticipating His Coming
“Now I make known to you, brethren, the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received, in which also you stand, by which also you are saved, if you hold fast the word which I preached to you, unless you believed in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:1-2 In these verses Paul taught the Corinthians, […]
Anticipating His Coming
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Be Sure and be Present!
He is not here! He is risen! Can you imagine the power of 7 simple words stated to those who so deeply wanted to honor Jesus? We are quickly approaching the weekend in which we continue to honor Jesus. This weekend is set apart for those who claim Jesus to truly contemplate the significance of […]
Understanding the Times
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Running the Race
“Let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith.” Hebrews 12:1b-2 Have you ever been laser focused on a task only to have someone […]
Running the Race
How would you describe your faith? Faith is an important part of the Christian life. Gearl Spicer discusses this important aspect of the Christian’s life.
Answers of Anxiety
II Corinthians 12:5-10 What is your perspective on pain? Do your problems create anxiety? These may be challenging questions for some to answer. We have been looking at what it means to be an overcomer in these last few weeks. We regards to anxiety, an overcomer moves from “why” to “how” in the midst of […]
Answers to Anxiety
What is your perspective on pain? How do you deal with it? Learn God’s way of dealing with pain in this exciting message by Gearl Spicer!
2013, So Important!
We enter the most important season of the year as we anticipate Easter. Easter is centered in hope! The hope of the resurrection! It is in this season that we encounter the real difference between Jesus and all other religions. The empty grave! “But God raised Him up again, putting an end to the agony […]
Time Change Sunday and Easter Eggs
Can you believe it is March? We are fast approaching Easter! ONE very important item to remind you of today is this weekend is time change Sunday. We spring our clocks forward one hour. Which means it is a shorter night but an amazing day on the Lord’s day. Would you make note now and […]
Surface or Substance
Have you ever been misled by someone? Do you exercise wisdom when it comes to life? Paul continues his discussions with the Corinthian church in II Corinthians, chapter 11 by looking at what it means to live a life of substance rather than one simply on the surface. Two key verses in this passage […]
Surface or Substance
Do you live a life of substance or real meaning or do you live on the surface? Find out what live could be like living with substance as Gearl Spicer explores this topic.
Overcomers – Living for His Commendation
Overcomers – Living for His Commendation What does your life story read like? A better question might be – do you seek the commendation of men or of God. Many Christians go through life as if the praise of men is required for success. Of course God’s Word is clear that commendation from Almighty […]
Living For His Commendation
Christ’s commendation of our lives is really the only thing that matters. Gearl Spicer explores this topic as he continues the series, The Overcomer.
Bold Enough to Battle
Bold Enough to Battle What do you currently battle? What lessons did you learn from previous battles? Battles come in all shapes and sizes. They come when we least expect them and the often come more than one at a time. Everyone has battles. What we do with those battles is key and says […]
Bold Enough to Battle
Gearl Spicer shares that over-comers must face battles. It is how we react to those battles that defines us.
Experiencing the Indescribable
God desires the best for us. He wants us to overcome. Gearl Spicer explains that God’s ways are often indescribable and cannot be understood.
Nothing But His Glory
Gearl Spicer looks at the subject of God’s glory and how it helps the Christian overcome.
Affirmation That Impacts
Affirmation is a vital part of the Christian life. Gearl Spicer explores affirmation in his sermon called Affirmation That Impacts.
2013 The Year of the Overcomer
2013 is upon us and promises to be an incredible year for the advancement of the Gospel here at One Heart Church. Out theme this year is overcoming. What does God’s Word say about how we should live in victory? You would be surprised to know that it says a lot. Many opportunities abound at […]
Being Overcomers
What an exciting year we have entered. Our focus is clear — We must overcome anything that comes our way! God has a clear direction from His Word and we are blessed to carefully study it together. I want to remind you that there are several key events coming up in the immediate future and […]
Empowering Victory
Whoever believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and whoever loves the Father loves the child born of Him. 1 John 5:1 Think for a moment about your relationship with Jesus today. Who is He in your life right now? Have you talked with Him today? Have you fallen at His […]
Balancing the Overwhelming Challenges
Gearl Spicer continues his series The Overcomer by teaching from 11 Corinthians on what is means to live a balanced Christian life.
Empowering Victory
Gearl Spicer begins a new series about overcoming negative odds in the Christian life.
Living Faith
Join Gearl Spicer in this last sermon of the series Words of Wonder. He discusses what it means to have a living and active faith in God.
Transforming Hope
To reflect hope, we must remember sacrifice! Do you remember the most sacrificial gift anyone ever gave you? Gearl Spicer looks to the manger through the ultimate sacrifice Jesus made on the cross.
It’s Coming!!
As we enter the final 12 days before Christmas I want to remind you of several exciting things and challenge your heart. This coming Sunday, December 16, we have communion—a beautiful part of our Christmas story because it allows us to look inside our hearts. Make plans to experience it this Sunday at OHC! We […]
Christmas Challenge
Dear OHC family, I love the month of December, the Christmas carols, the sharing of the real message of Jesus! This past Sunday we started an amazing month of ministry in our services. We had a wonderful attendance in both services and anticipate great services this coming Sunday. Make plans to be there now! […]
One Heart is for You!!
We are delighted that you choose to check on www.oneheartchurch.org during this Christmas season. We have a host of activities planned for you. During these weeks in December, I will be sharing a sermon series entitled Words of Wonder. Christmas is a season of spectacular words! Emmanuel, Glory to God and many others. Some words we […]
Resounding Joy
Gearl Spicer begins our 2012 Christmas be examine three words that shape the Christian life. Today’s message in on joy!
Discovering a New Reality
How quiet are you? How amazed are you? When is the last time you looked into a child’s eyes? Discover the answers to these questions in Gearl Spicer’s message today.
Living With Life Changing Identity
Have you ever been mistaken for someone else? Have you ever been asked about your faith? Explore these topics with Gearl Spicer in today’s message.
Experiencing the Impossible
How do you respond to the impossible? Have you ever given up prematurely? Gearl Spicer looks at these issues in today’s message.
Our Responsibility – Optional or Essential?
Our Responsibility: Optional Or Essential? From Romans 5:1-8 But God demonstrates His own love toward us in that while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 How do we see our responsibility? Do we see our role in helping those who are hopeless? If we don’t see it, we won’t live […]
Grasping the Vital
What do you see as vital in life? How do you respond to the critical issues of life? Gearl Spicer explores these topics in today’s message.
Hope for the Helpless
How seriously do you view your responsibilities? How do you really help someone who is helpless? Gearl Spicer answers these questions in this one sermon series from Romans.
Live It Out – Accepting Responsibility
How responsible are you? What things speak most to your life. In the last sermon of the FIRST LIGHT series, Gearl Spicer teaches on these important concepts from I Peter.
Suffering as a Christian
Suffering As A Christian No one wants to suffer. But everyone does at times in life. It is not strange or unusual to suffer. Suffering is as much a part of life as accomplishment or joy or blessings. It’s how we respond to suffering that makes the difference between an authentic follower of Christ […]
Suffering Without Surprise
Can you describe the last time you suffered? Do you think you need to suffer to find God’s will for your life? Gearl Spicer explores this interesting topic for all Christians.
Make Every Day Count!
“In all this, they (your old pre-Jesus, you-only-go-round-once-in-life crowd) are surprised that you do not run with them into the same excesses of dissipation, and they malign you.” 1 Peter 4:4. For lots of us, accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior causes some unfamiliar life challenges in our circle of influence. Suddenly we’re on […]
Not Running with the Crowd
What do you remember most about your past life? How did you friends respond when you chose Jesus? Gearl Spicer answers these questions in this thought provoking and dynamic message.
Seven Perspectives for Effective Living
Gearl Spicer continues his series from I Peter looking at seven perspectives for effective living.
Gentle Giants – Wisdom, Grace and Insight
Gearl Spicer looks at what it means to be a wise woman and a wise man during this week’s message.
Balancing Two Great Challenges
Have you ever been challenged by more than one thing at a time? How do you feel about suffering? Gearl Spicer answers these questions and more in today’s sermon.
Huge Sunday – September 16
Dear OHC family and friends, Well, you can sure feel the change of seasons in the air! I love the Fall and so anticipate God doing something amazing each Sunday at OHC! This Sunday is a very special day as we baptize 3 and share Communion together. We also will have the privilege of having […]
Living Stones, Shining Lights
Have you ever been challenged by your faith? Gearl Spicer looks to God’s Word to find answers for this question.
Links That Lead To Life
You shall be holy, for I am holy. I Peter 1:16 What do you think of when you think of the word “holy”? For a lot of non-believers, and some followers of Christ whose faith may lack conviction, “holy” may be a frightening word. Those people sometimes associate holiness with perfect behavior. They believe […]
Purposed for Purity
What does being pure have to do with the Christian life. Listen as Gearl Spicer continues his series, First Light.
Tested by Fire, Affirmed by Faith
Gearl Spicer begins a new series today from 1 Peter called First Light. He helps us see that living inside purpose leaves a legacy.
Links That Lead to Life
Ever wanted to know your purpose in life? Gearl Spicer looks to God’s Word for answers.
OHC’S Argentina Team Leaves
Dear OHC family and friends, This is an important week for OHC as we send out our third mission team! Our group this week heads south to Argentina. I trust you will pray for impact as the Gospel is shared. I’m confident God intends to do an amazing work with a wonderful church in […]
At Just the Right Time
“Do not be afraid any longer, but go on speaking and do not be silent; for I am with you, and no man will attack you in order to harm you.” Acts 18:9-10 Can you remember a dark time of loneliness, hopelessness or alienation in your life? That darkness can be physical, emotional or […]
Overcoming the Darkness
Have you ever found yourself discouraged and alone? Gearl Spicer explores this issue that Christians often face as he continues his series, MOVE – Putting Faith Into Action.
Reconciling the Ridiculous
“So he was reasoning in the synagogue with the Jews and the God-fearing Gentiles, and in the market place every day with those who happened to be present.” Acts 17:17 They’re called Jedists. They are a registered religion. The Jedists boast 11 followers and base their religion on the characters from George Lucas’s 1977 movie, […]
Reconciling the Ridiculous
Gearl Spicer helps us learn to reconcile things in our lives that matter and things that do not.
A Stuffed Duck
A Stuffed Duck What’s the single most valuable thing you have? What would it take for you to give it away? Who would you give it to? Who would you NOT give it to? Brother Gearl told us the story Sunday of a young Romanian orphan whose most valuable possession (in fact it […]
Turning It Upside Down
Gearl Spicer continues to challenge us to put our faith into action by asking us the important question – what does it take to transform a life?
Eager and Enthusiastic
Gearl Spicer continues to help us put our faith into action by helping us see the importance of studying God’s Word.
Turning the World Upside Down
Turning The World Upside Down “These men who have upset the world have come here also, and Jason has welcomed them, and they all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying there is another king, Jesus.” Acts 17:6b-7. Paul and Silas were teaching the gospel in the synagogue at Thessalonica. Jewish leaders in the […]
Earthquake Faith
Do you have real faith? What do you do when your world is rocked? Gearl Spicer teaches on putting our faith into action.
Profits and Prisons
Gearl Spicer continues helping us put faith into action as he looks at dealing with issues that could effect our personal judgment.
Distinguishing His Voice
Gearl Spicer continues the series MOVE – Putting Faith Into Action by helping the Christian learn to hear and respond to God’s voice.
Distraction and Directions
Gearl Spicer begins a new series teaching on what it means for the Christian to put their faith into action.
Reflecting His Victory
Gearl Spicer looks at victorious living for the Christian as he continues His series on reflecting Christ in our everyday lives.
Reflecting His Sacrifice
Gearl Spicer looks at the sacrifice Christ made on the cross as he continues his series looking into what it means for the Christian to reflect Christ.
Reflecting His Sacrifice
” . . .the cup which the Father has given Me, shall I not drink it?” John 18:11b. You don’t hear a lot about the word “sacrifice” these days. Sacrifice has fallen off our radar. Rhetoric of the day is filled with words such as, “financial gain”, and “appropriations”, and avoiding sacrifice by people who […]
Vacation Bible School Begins This Next Week!
Dear One Heart Family and Friends, We continue to experience amazing Sundays as we gather together in His name. Our Communion Service was an intimate moment to express our hearts to Jesus! NOW, my challenge for the summer was for us to remain focused and committed during the heat of the summer! If you are […]
Reflecting His Victory
“…thanks be to God who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” 1 Corinthians 16:57. When was the last time you felt totally defeated? Christ’s crucifixion on the cross was supposed to be the end of His ministry. The party-crashing Pharisees turned out the lights. The disciples fled. The women cried uncontrollably. But […]
Reflecting the Power of God
Gearl Spicer exams the Power of God and how it relates to our lives in this addition to the Reflections series.
Move This Summer!
Are we really asking you to move this summer? Well…sort of. While we are not asking you to move from your current dwelling place, we are asking you to consider putting your faith into action this summer. We are going to be talking all summer long about a new series called MOVE – Putting Your […]
MOVE – Putting Faith Into Action
These are exciting days to be at One Heart Church. God has blessed us with some many opportunities to serve Him during these days as we look to summer. I am thrilled to be sharing with you some messages on the theme MOVE – Putting Faith Into Action. I pray that as we gather on […]
Reflecting the Power of God
“…my message and my preaching were not in persuasive words of wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power, so that your faith would not rest on the wisdom of men, but on the power of God.” 1 Corinthians 2:4-5. “…the natural man does not accept the things of the Spirit of […]
Reflecting His Love
Reflecting Christ’s love is paramount for every Christian. Gearl Spicer explores how each Christian should live their loves reflecting the love of the Savior.
Reflecting His Wisdom
Gearl Spicer looks into what it takes to reflect the Wisdom of God in every area of our Christian lives.
Reflecting His Wisdom
“For the word of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God.” 1 Corinthians 1:18. When Paul wrote his two letters to the Corinthians, they were blending into the sinful, pagan culture around them. They were so corrupt, in […]
Reflecting God’s Grace
“I thank my God always concerning you for the grace of God which was given you in Christ Jesus, that in everything you were enriched in Him in all speech and all knowledge.” 1 Corinthians:4-5. Can you imagine living in a world in which God did not pour out His grace and mercy on […]
Reflecting His Grace
Gearl Spicer teaches from I Corinthians about what it means to reflect Jesus to unbelievers.
Praise God for Easter!
Dear One Heart family, What an amazing day we had on Easter! Rooms overflowing with children….how I thank God for all who served. Worship center overflowing with chairs…how I thank God for so many who were here to experience Easter at OHC! Praise team leading us in amazing worship….focused on the victory we have […]
Missing the Message
“And He (Jesus) said to them, “Oh, foolish men and slow of heart to believe in all that the prophets have spoken.” Luke 24:25. Picture this: two men spend Passover weekend in Jerusalem. Then, on their way to Emmaus on the fourth day, a man approaches to walk with them. On their walk, they […]
Seeing Eye to Eye – Grasping the Real Message of Easter
Gearl Spicer looks to God’s Word for the real message of Easter by helping us see that the resurrection is about transforming our lives to see eye to eye with Jesus.
Embracing the Fine Print
Gearl Spicer looks into key fine points in today’s scripture that deal with intensive core training.
The Fine Print of Faith
We recently signed a new mortgage on property we were buying. The real estate attorney came over and, for a solid hour, he shoved papers at us to sign. I have copies of the paper mound we signed but we’re still clueless about what fine print said. We know it contains explicit instructions and details […]