Christmas 2023 Dear One Heart family—- It is a joy to write you at Christmas! We are blessed as a church family to celebrate over the Christmas season the joy of Jesus. This season always brings me joy as I think about the gift of JESUS to all of us! There is no price to […]
Experiencing the Impossible
Experiencing the Impossible—Awakening True Faith Imagine you face a scenario that is overwhelming and challenging and that seems impossible! Then you realize what Jesus said in Mark 10:27, “With people it is impossible, but not with God; for all things are possible with God.” Think about the power of that verse! It can motivate your […]
Dr. Bailey Smith Tribute Page
Reflections on a great life and servant of God – Dr. Bailey Smith Please take a moment to send comments and reflections to the family from your heart. Dr. Bailey Smith was faithful to his calling, passionate about preaching and loved Jesus. I have no doubt that his experience in heaven meeting all who came […]
Blessings – Rejoicing in Him!
Rejoicing in the blessings that God has given us is a part of every believer’s life. During these weeks at One Heart Church, Gearl Spicer is preaching on some of the wonderful blessings we are afforded. We will look at the blessings of our heritage, our mission, our nation and our story. Join us each […]
Good Friday and Easter Service @ OHC
Holy Week is a wonderful week in the life of every Christian. One Heart Church will host a Good Friday Service in the Worship Center on April 14 @ 7:00 PM. Come and experience great worship and partake of the Lord’s Supper as we remember Christ’s death on the cross. Our Easter Service will be […]
Psalms – A Powerful Reminder
This morning the Bible said a powerful reminder to me. We often look for the good things in life. David when dealing with great challenges found himself remembering a simple affirmation he had from God. Psalm 34:10–They who seek the Lord shall not be in want of any good thing. I think that is clear….what […]
God is Moving
Dear One Heart family, Today, I rejoice in my heart about our amazing church. God has truly blessed us in fantastic ways as we obey Him and follow His Word. As we get ready for Sunday, I am rejoicing at His hand on our ministry. *Three new classes launched 2 weeks ago and they are […]
Proverbs 23:12
Very early this morning I was meditating on Proverbs 23:12. This verse centers in on application and focus. It states, “Apply your heart to discipline and your ears to words of knowledge.” It is pretty clear how important it is to watch over what our heart focuses on and what our ears listen to. I […]
Why Wait? Act Now!
Take a moment to think about what would happen in your life IF you acted NOW? Have you ever had an issue that could have been resolved but you waited? It is obvious God intends for us to wait on issues that He directs us to, but HE also expects us to act in obedience […]
Life Lessons For Effective Living (Happy New Year)
Life Lessons For Effective Living (Happy New Year) In January every year, most of us engage in the ritual of making New Year’s resolutions. More often than not, these resolutions are all about self-improvement: lose weight, quit smoking, be a better parent, read more books. The list could go on and on. Unfortunately, failure almost […]
Christmas Services
One Heart Church will host two wonderful and impacting services for the Christmas season. Our Christmas Eve Service (December 24) begins at 5:00 PM and our Christmas Day Service (December 25) begins at 10:30 AM.
The Gift That Changed the World
I can’t think of a better gift than peace at Christmas. Jesus came to give us peace and so much more. His gifts of love and joy guide our every day. As we approach the Christmas season I am reminded of the many ways He has blessed our lives at One Heart. As you enter […]
Life Lessons for Effective Living
Life Lessons for Effective Living by Gearl Spicer Last week, I decided to head out before the morning sun for a walk, since I had many tasks to accomplish that day. As I was navigating the sidewalk, I stumbled into a giant spider web. My response to this universal experience was to frantically brush, until […]
Life Lessons for Effective Living
Life Lessons for Effective Living by Gearl Spicer Last week, I decided to head out before the morning sun for a walk, since I had many tasks to accomplish that day. As I was navigating the sidewalk, I stumbled into a giant spider web. My response to this universal experience was to frantically brush, until […]
Life Lessons for Effective Living
Life Lessons for Effective Living by Gearl Spicer Last week, I decided to head out before the morning sun for a walk, since I had many tasks to accomplish that day. As I was navigating the sidewalk, I stumbled into a giant spider web. My response to this universal experience was to frantically brush, until […]
Life Lessons for Effective Living (Position, Purpose and Priority)
Have you ever had an experience that made you reassess what you’re doing with your life? I certainly have! An old friend of mine recently called me, after 30 years of silence, and it quickly became clear that he was deeply troubled. A simple routine doctor’s visit had brought shocking news. He had only 6 […]
What If ?
Imagine you are given the opportunity to make an amazing decision that changes everything in your life. It all begins with – WHAT IF? Recently, I have been watching as God continues to bless our church, and every Sunday I watch people make the decision to consider this question – WHAT IF? So, on our […]
Grace Changes Everything
Can you imagine the real power of grace? God’s amazing grace is beyond comprehension, as it reaches into our hearts and changes everything about us! The real joy of life comes through His grace. As we embark on a journey into understanding the power of His grace, it is my prayer that you will join […]
Making it Happen
God has equipped you to succeed! You can make it happen. Gearl Spicer shares key insight into how God accomplishes His work through your life.
Tackling the Impossible
Imagine you find yourself facing the impossible! It is a task bigger than you and the only way to make it happen is to adjust your life. You realize to adjust your life is to change everything as it has been to experience what only He can do. Currently, we are studying every Sunday morning […]
Conquering Opportunities
How do you handle opposition? Gearl Spicer teaches us that according to God’s Word there is a right way and a wrong way.
Recipe for Real Impact
If you were putting together a formula for your life what would it look like?
Seizing your Moment
Do you often face the impossible? Gearl Spicer shares with us how God can help us face anything in life.
Easter is Everything
Do you have something missing in your life? Gearl Spicer shares how Jesus can fill any void in your life.
The Light of the Cross
As a follower of Jesus you learn to live in the light of the cross. This message, by Gearl Spicer, shows the believer how that is done on a daily basis.
Daily Life Principles
Do you live daily for Jesus? Listen to this message from Gearl Spicer and learn why you should.
Resting in His Assurance
What does your faith rest on? Where is your salvation? Gearl Spicer teaches how we can know our destiny for certain.
Discover Your Place
God’s Word can help you find your place in life. Gearl Spicer’s message today shows us how.
Real Love
Grasping the reality of real love. Much is said about love in our day and much is misunderstood. Love is so much more. It is the greatest expression of God’s personal plan for our lives. For God so loved! Love is the affirmation of His purpose for our lives. He has designed every day to […]
Reading the Book
Gearl Spicer teaches us what happens when the Bible becomes an everyday part of your life.
Discovering Your Purpose
Have you ever wondered what your purpose in life is? Gearl Spicer shows us how to find out in today’s message.
Engage 2016
Today I find myself remembering the key concepts of our mission strategy moving forward with ENGAGE–Believe God, Pray Passionately, Give Faithfully, and Go Obediently. As I reflect on those core concepts, I realize they are action steps to the Great Commission. In Acts 1, after Jesus had ascended, the angel asked the question–Why are you […]
Passing the Heart Test
In order to live effectively for the Lord one’s heart must be in the right place. Gearl Spicer’s message shows us what it means to have a pure heart before the Lord.
God’s Amazing Warmth!
This morning as I walked out into the cold I was reminded of the amazing warmth I felt in our church this past Sunday. I watched as we worshipped and praised Him. I watched as we fellowshipped together afterwards! I watched as the children ran through the hallways with joy in their hearts. I was […]
Listening for the Call
Learning to listen for God’s voice is important to the believer. Gearl Spicer teaches today on listening.
Don’t Shrink Back!
It is late on Saturday night and can’t sleep until I write this challenge. Tomorrow is the beginning of a new year of Sundays! It is 2016! The year God has allowed us to live and serve Him! The writer of Hebrews writes something quite interesting in 10:39. Here he states we are not of those who […]
Launching Into the Deep
Gearl Spicer teaches on how you can have a real, and deep relationship with Jesus that will enable you to be a life changer.
Key Thoughts for The New Year
Some key thoughts before we enter into a new year. What are the keys to making 2016 the most amazing ever. Here are my thoughts–1. Let discipline rule in every key area of your heart 2. Live with a passion to know Him in a greater way than ever 3. Read the Bible like your […]
Wonderful Thought!
A very wonderful thought; today I think about the real amazing gifts in life we get. The blessing of true friends, real love and a grace filled life. This year if you think about these gifts then none need to be wrapped and put under a tree….they will all be connected to another tree–the cross. A […]
Deciding to be a Lifechanger!
Deciding to be a Lifechanger! Imagine you have the opportunity to do something that really matters. As you consider the opportunity you have a deep assurance you can truly make it happen. You go after the moment with intensity and desire. It is your opportunity to truly change the world. Life is full of moments […]
Happy Anniversary
Celebrating Ten Years of One Heart Church It is hard to believe that the amazing story of One Heart started ten years ago. It is breathtaking to see all that God has done in these years. He has allowed so many to find a true home for their spiritual journey. I am thankful that during […]
Day By Day Choices
What choices you make on a daily basis shape who you are and must be grounded in the Word of God. Gearl Spicer teaches on this today.
Love That Liberates
Gearl Spicer teaches today on what it means to love unconditionally.
Relying on Jesus
Relying on what matters in life. I often find that it is easy to rely on something that can’t carry us all the way home. As we rely on His grace we discover the blessing of His presence. I encounter a lot of folks who rely on an opinion-I rely on obedience! I see folks […]
Rainy Days Not Keeping Us Down!
What a rainy few days we have encountered. It keeps reminding me that not every day is dry and sunny! Sometimes we encounter the reality of challenges and trials. The great part is that God is always with us. In the rain and in the sunshine. Right now, God is shining on our church. Many […]
Blessed to Impact
What is the true impact of your life? Gearl Spicer shares how you can truly impact others through Jesus Christ in today’s message.
Seeing Through His Eyes
In order to see through God’s eyes we must know His heart. Gearl Spicer discusses how we can learn the heart of God in this message.
True Devotion
What are you deeply devoted too? Being deeply devoted to Jesus is the main characteristic of a disciple of Jesus Christ. Gearl Spicer teaches on this in today’s message.
Understanding the Heart
When God looks in your heart, what does He see? Gearl Spicer teaches today that your heart matters most to God.
Raising the Roof
Friends are a gift from God. Gearl Spicer shows us what being a friend means to the disciple of Jesus Christ.
Understanding His Ways
God’s ways are not our ways. Sometimes His are very hard to understand. Gearl Spicer shows us how to understand the ways of God and how He works.
Assignment for Life
Have you ever struggled with an assignment? Our assignment from God is to obey. Learn more about this from Gearl Spicer in this message.
Summer is Done! OHC Gears Up!
Summer is over! School has begun in Norcross and beyond. OHC is ready! Fall always brings new and exciting things to the family of One Heart church and this fall is no exception. Our newest sermon series is called AUTHENTIC DISCIPLE. Jesus shared many life-changing things to those closest to Him. AUTHENTIC DISCIPLE looks into what […]
Jesus Is Your Joy!
It strikes me so clearly that we live in a world full of negativity that invades the space we live in, to attempt to impede our focus and pursuit. The continual bombardment ,that has as it’s intent, to dismantle our purpose and steal our joy is a product of a fallen world. Today I am […]
Waking Up In Victory!
Waking up to Victory! As I get ready to rest for the night. When you wake up in the morning. Think about the victory we have in Jesus. May His victorious Spirit rule in every heart of everyone I know and love. He is the champion of life. Sweet victory tomorrow is our story! – […]
Caught in the Middle of What Never Counts
Caught in the middle of what never counts. It seems often the trivial triumphs over the significant. It seems that focus is often distorted by the insignificant while missing the critical. I was reflecting on a week that was full of moments that mattered and some that had no bearing on life or direction. God […]
Jesus, the Transformer
Jesus has the power to transform any life, no matter the situation. Gearl Spicer shares this truth today.
Jesus, the Redeemer
Jesus has redeemed you and that is the awesome message Gearl Spicer shares today!
Jesus, The Instructor
Jesus Christ gives clear instructions about how we are to live our lives. Gearl Spicer teaches on this today.
Jesus, The Miracle Worker
Jesus Christ is in the miracle business. Gearl Spicer shares a message today on learning to recognize God’s miracles.
Jesus, True Freedom
What does freedom look like to you? Gearl Spicer teaches today on what the Christian can speak with freedom in Jesus.
Undisputed Ownership
When God owns the heart of a Father, a family is great! Learn from Gearl Spicer about what it means to be a Godly father.
Victory in Vision
All believers can be victorious in life through Jesus Christ. Gearl Spicer teaches on this subject in today’s message.
Captured By Perfect Love
God’s perfect love is available and ready to all who believer. Gearl Spicer teaches on God’s love in this message.
Obeying and Testing
Obedience to God is essential for the believer. Gearl Spicer’s message today shows us how God tests us in our walk of faith.
Genuine and Certifiable
Are you genuine? Gearl Spicer helps us see what it is like to lead a genuine life.
Hope for Every Family
Families are precious to our Lord Jesus. Gearl Spicer teaches on what it means to have a family whose hope is in the Lord.
Learning Curves in Life
Sometimes life comes at you in a way that you need help. Gearl Spicer explores what it means to receive help from our Lord in times of trouble.
Answers to Critical Issues of Life
Gearl Spicer’s message today deals with focusing on what really matters, our clarity of vision, our daily walk and our purpose in life.
Balancing the Demands of Life
All Christians have things that try to pull us away from God. Gearl Spicer teaches how to recalibrate and refocus on things that really matter.
Marks Of An Overcomer
What are the areas in your life you need to overcome? Gearl Spicer helps us see that we all need help overcoming.
No Other Name
If someone looked close into your life what would they see? Would they see Jesus? Gearl Spicer discusses what it means to live a life where others see Jesus in you!
Good Friday and Easter – Amazing Week!
Dear One Heart Family and Friends, What an amazing week this is at our church. We join our hearts together on Friday for a special communion as we contemplate the cross and then on Sunday we come to celebrate the empty tomb. Easter always captures my attention because it is the anchor of our entire […]
Built to Last
Have you ever given up on a project? Gearl Spicer teaches the importance of staying on task, of finishing strong in today’s message.
Ordinary People – Extraordinary Victories
“By faith, Rahab the harlot did not perish along with those who were disobedient, after she had welcomed the spies in peace.” Hebrews 11:31 Sometimes God uses unlikely people to do the most amazing things. Rahab, a harlot, living in Jericho, showed extraordinary faith in God to Joshua’s spies who came to scope out the […]
Courage to Conquer
Do you have walls in your life that you need to conquer? Those that keep you from having a right relationship with Jesus Christ. Learn how to conquer your walls in this message from Gearl Spicer.
Contentment and Satisfaction
“How blessed is the one whom You choose and bring near to You to dwell in Your courts. We will be satisfied with the goodness of Your house, Your holy temple.” –Psalm 65:4 (NASB) David said it this way….WE will be satisfied with the goodness of your house…What a great reminder of contentment and satisfaction. […]
Step Into the Water
The Christian’s living faith looks at all obstacles as opportunities. Gearl Spicer shows us that Christians can live victorious lives!
Stumbling and Standing
Ever have a thought burning in your mind and know you ought to process it? I have been thinking a lot about what Jude 24 says–now to Him who is able to keep your from stumbling and to make you stand. There is such a vast difference in stumbling and standing. Of course the application […]
The Edge of Tomorrow
Fear is a part of every Christian’s life and it should not be. God’s Word talks about fear a lot. In today’s message, Gearl Spicer teaches that fear can used to help your relationship with the Lord.
Choose His Path
Today I had a unique encounter with a dear friend who reminded me as he spoke of his daughter that the only path that really matters is the one God places before you. Watching his tears reminded me of why it is so important to choose HIS path. Why wait for a dead end when […]
Spring Forward!
I wanted to take a moment to remind you of some important items before the weekend hits! 1. TIME change happens this Sunday. Please spring your clocks forward one hour and be in church. Make a note now! 2. Mug and Muffin for all our ladies. An amazing time awaits all of our ladies and […]
Validate Your Focus
Does doubt ever attack you? It sure makes you lose your focus. Gearl Spicer shares how important focus is when maintaining a living faith.
Experiencing God’s Agenda
How clearly do you understand God’s agenda for your life? In order to understand it, your faith has to be vibrant and alive! If you want to know God’s agenda for your life you must realize that a living faith creates expectations that empower, directions that engage and effectiveness that enables. Faith says that you […]
Experiencing God’s Agenda
How clearly do you see God’s agenda for your life. Christians struggle with this constantly Gearl Spicer give helpful hints in learning to discover God’s agenda for you!
Trust in Love, Give Thanks Forever, Wait!
TRUST IN LOVE, GIVE THANKS FOREVER, WAIT! David said it this way….I trust in the lovingkindness of God forever and ever. I will give You thanks forever, because You have done it. And I will wait on Your name for it is good….These words capture my heart tonight. Think about the keys he confessed: Trust […]
Conquering Great Obstacles
Can you identify great obstacles in your life? Gearl Spicer helps us understand how to turn obstacles into victory!
Living Faith – Writing a Beautiful Story
Living Faith – Writing a Beautiful Story – Galatians 2:20-21 (NASB) Everyone has a story. Some are good and some bad. Many people are able to see their story has it unfolds while others struggle to understand what their purpose in life is. Christians who have a living faith are able to recognize that God […]
Living Faith – Writing a Beautiful Story
Jesus Christ can take any life story and make it wonderful. Gearl Spicer teaches how to listen to God’s Word, making your story beautiful.
Living Faith – Death Sentence to Grace
A living faith is key to every believer. The secret to a living faith is a profound encounter with grace and a total understanding of the cross. When you hear “Die to live,” what do you think? Paul knew exactly what that meant. He knew that a living faith in Christ meant putting oneself in […]
Living Faith – Death Sentence of Grace
What do you think it means to die to live? Paul said that one must die to oneself in order for Christ to abide. Gearl Spicer shares insight from the first two chapters of Galatians in today’s message.
Focus
A mid week moment that hopefully will challenge your heart. Today as I was reading Psalm 27:4—David makes the statement…ONE thing I have asked of the Lord, that I will seek. His words reminded me of the need we all have to FOCUS! Imagine the difference in life if we focused on what is eternal […]
Identity
I have a thought that captures my attention this morning so before I leave for work I wanted to write a few words. It seems in our confusing world IDENTITY has become confused with what we do or who we are or who we know. As I get older I realize more and more there […]
Living Faith
Dear One Heart Family and Friends, This Sunday we begin an adventure to the heart of a living faith. We will look at what happens when discipline, impact and encouragement collide in our lives. I am confident this year holds for each of us the opportunity to encounter our great God in an amazing and […]
When – Celebrating Victories, Affirming Vision
Giving, praying, fasting and worrying are a part of every person’s life. Gearl Spicer’s message today discusses how God views each of these subjects.
Who Are You? Celebrating Victories, Affirming Vision
Gearl Spicer teaches the Christian how to be salt and light in today’s world.
Blessed – Celebrating Victories, Affirming Vision
How would you describe your life? Do you consider your life blessed? Gearl Spicer shares how you can live a blessed life.
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas Those two words express the beginning of the most amazing season of the year. It is the time when the miracle came to life so that we might have life. It was at Christmas that Jesus was born of a virgin in the town of Bethlehem. The story still captures my imagination. I […]
Glorious!
Our annual Christmas Production is called Glorious and takes place on December 14 at 6:00 PM. This year’s production, hosted by OHC Praise, featuring wonderful music of Christmas, dancers, excellent costuming and tremendous lighting effects. It will be fun for the whole family!
Christmas Eve @ OHC
Come and enjoy and wonderful service of worship on Christmas Eve. Our annual Christmas Eve Service will take place at 5:00 PM on December 24 in the Worship Center of One Heart Church. This is a wonderful service that the whole family will want to attend.