First Orlando College Ministry

Many of Jesus' parables began with the phrase "The Kingdom of Heaven is like..." What is this kingdom that Jesus came to talk about and what does it mean for us? Find out from this week's message at The Table.To learn more about The Table, follow us on Instagram @thetableorlando

During his ministry here on earth, Jesus used parables to reveal hidden truths about God, about himself, about the kingdom of heaven, and about us. Why parables? Join us this week as we explore the purpose of the parables and kick off our series studying the truths Jesus came to reveal to us.To learn more about The Table, follow us on Instagram @thetableorlando

Wanting more after the Marriage Q&A?Well you asked and we answered! The highly anticipated continuation of the Marriage Q&A is now up.Thomas, Kathy, Jarian, and Shawna continue to discuss about marriage and dating as they answer your questions.

Is the Lord calling you to serve?God calls us to go and make disciples of all nations and proclaim his name boldly.It takes someone to share the name of Jesus for you to know him.Hear as Thomas interviews one of the members from the Berlin mission trip.

Do you have baggage? There is always tensions from our past that we wrestle with. When it feels like there is no way out Jesus comes and provides a solution. Hear from Pastor Chris on how we should deal with baggage as believers.

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Message from Thomas Guryan on 6/4/2025

Chris Bacon sermon on May 20th

Message from Chris Bacon on 4/22

Message from Thomas Guryan on 4/8

Message from Chris Bacon on 4/1

Message from Chris Bacon on 3/25/25

Message from Tyler Reagin on 3/11/25

Text: Galatians 5:16-26Thomas speaks about the life transformation we receive as Christians when walking with the Holy Spirit.

Sermon from February 25th by Chris BaconChris spoke out of Galatians 5: 1-15. Main Idea: The gospel sets us free, so we get to live in love, truth, and freedom that the Holy Spirit offers.

Sermon from February 18th by Korey DeckKorey Spoke out of Galatians 3:26- 4:7. Korey expressed the idea that the gospel does not just change status, it changes our identity as sons and daughters of Christ.

Sermon from February 11th By: Jarian FeltonOverview: Jarian spoke out of Galatians: 3-1-14. Emphasizing Faith, not works, is the foundation of Christian life.

Sermon from September 3rd 1. Resilience Shapes Our Character and Hope Resilience is a process that builds hope through perseverance, especially in suffering. As Romans 5:3-5 reminds us, suffering produces endurance, which shapes our character and ultimately gives us hope—a defining trait of the Christian life. 2. Faithful Endurance Inspires Others Endurance in the Christian walk is like running a marathon—shedding sin and staying focused on Jesus' example. Hebrews 12:1-7 calls us to run with perseverance, recognizing that resilience not only strengthens us but serves as a testimony to others about God’s faithfulness. 3. Obstacles and Pillars of Resilience Obstacles like boredom, difficulty, and uncertainty challenge perseverance, but resilience is cultivated through connection, health, growth, and community. Trusting in God’s work and faithfulness (Psalm 9:10) allows us to endure, showing the world how faith transforms our response to pain and hardship. —— The Table exists because broken people need a pl

Understanding Temptation - Temptation is one of Satan's strongest tools to distance us from God. It originates from our own desires and, if left unchecked, leads to sin and spiritual death. The cycle of sin and shame is common, but when we believe we can't overcome it, we're giving temptation undue power. God’s Promise of a Way Out - God consistently provides a way to escape temptation. Resisting temptation builds resilience and draws us closer to Him. As we form new, positive habits, God’s love motivates us more powerfully than fear or shame, reinforcing that nothing can separate us from His love. Endurance Through Prayer, Accountability, Avoidance, and Scripture - Actively praying, building accountability, avoiding tempting situations, and studying Scripture are practical steps to resist temptation. These actions align us with God's strength, help us make better choices, and remind us that Jesus empathizes with our struggles and offers help. Sermon from 10/29 The Table exists because broken people need

Resilience Through Trials - Resilience is the inner strength that allows us to endure and overcome adversity.Trials aren’t meant to break us, but to build us up. We often resist pain, but embracing it with faith in God's promises allows trials to purify our hearts and strengthen our spirit. Trials Reveal What’s Unworthy of Our Hope - Trials expose what we’ve wrongly placed our hope in. By filtering out what’s unworthy, they reduce our attachment to worldly things, helping us rely more fully on God. This process ultimately perfects us spiritually. Focus on the Bigger Picture - By reflecting on past victories and keeping our eyes on Jesus, who endured suffering with future joy in mind, we can find hope in trials. Our pain isn’t meant to destroy us, but to shape us into something greater. Sermon from 10/22 The Table exists because broken people need a place. We are a family that gathers weekly to hear the truth of Jesus. #thetableorlando #youngadults #banquetforthebroken Tuesdays, 7 pm in Orlando, FL The