Oakwood Community Church is a non-denominational church with a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. We are located in northern Oakland County near Oxford, Ortonville, and Lapeer, Michigan. Oakwood is full of friendly, caring people with a variety of faith backgrounds and life experiences. We are passionate…
This week, Pastor Don Jackson teaches on the Giant of Fear. The Israelites feared Goliath. What do you fear? Listen in to hear how to use the bible to overcome this fear. Online Message Notes
This week, Pastor Don Jackson teaches us that even though we may slay our giants, they still can have a stronghold on us, just like the grip of fear that Goliath had on the Israelites, even after David killed him. We need to be alert, asking God to reveal our giants to us. Online Message Notes
Pastor Ted Jones continues his sermon series, Rooted in Christ. This week, he teaches us that effective ministry flows from a life rooted in Christ. Online Message Notes
On Father's Day, Sunday, Pastor Ted Jones gave a strong message from Deuteronomy 6, with tips and encouragement on how fathers should lead their families. Online Message Notes
This week at Oakwood Community Church, we had a wonderful Sunday celebrating our past, present, and future. The time included welcoming new members, baptising 9, and dedicating Service Park and the PB&J Pavilion. Pastor Don gave a brief sermon titled "We Can Celebrate!", with verses from Psalm 118. Online Message Notes
In this message, Pastor Don Jackson presents a teaser to his summer series, which starts July 5th, 2026. This week, we learn that God is our champion.
Pastor Ted Jones continues his sermon series Rooted in Christ. He teaches how to go from being alienated to being adopted through Chirst.
Lead Pastor, Don Jackson, preaches from Acts 18:1-17. These verses speak to the discouragement that Paul felt during this time. Pastor Don explains that we should be encouraged by Paul's discouragement, as we can feel overwhelmed at times, but like Paul, we need to rely on God always. Online Message Notes
Tale Of Three Cities continued... Pastor Don Jackson teaches about Paul's visit to Athens, where Paul is distressed by the perverse idolatry of the city. Paul shares the truth about the one true God and that we are to make Him known to others, not just in temples and churches, but throughout the world. Online Message Notes
In Part 1 of Pastor Don Jackson's teaching from Acts 17, we hear about Paul's second missionary journey. We learn that it takes the miraculous work of the Holy Spirit for a person to be saved. Online Message Notes
Lead pastor, Don Jackson, shares an impactful message about Paul and Silas remaining joyful in the Lord amid their wrongful imprisonment, which leads to a miraculous conversion and the demonstration of divine power. God set us FREE through Jesus! Verses for the week are Acts 16:16-40. Online Message Notes
This week, Pastor Don delivers a message from Acts 16:1-15. We have plans, and God has plans for us. In his message, he instructs us to listen for God's guidance, pray, and follow God's plan. As believers, we must be open to change. Online Message Notes
He is risen, He is risen indeed! Lead Pastor Don Jackson delivers an Easter message titled Justified by Grace, which speaks to being declared righteous. He uses scripture from Luke 15:20-24 to show a father's declaration to restore his wayward son to sonship. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson preaches from Acts 15:1-35. His message reaffirms that our salvation is through Grace, not by strict adherence to the Mosaic Law. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson speaks about the first missionary journey of Paul and Barnabas. He provides insight into the bold preaching, miracles, intense persecution, and resilience that preceded their return to Antioch. Online Message Notes
This week, lead Pastor Don Jackson wraps up Acts 13 with a powerful sermon on opportunities. From these verses, we learn about the opportunities we have to receive the Gospel and how we should then find opportunities to share it. Online Message Notes
Guest speaker, Elder Jeff Moore, teaches from Jonah 3. He speaks to how true repentance is uncomfortable, but if it is genuine, you will be protected by God from destruction. He provides 5 tips for genuine repentance. Online Message Notes
Youth intern Carter Findlay teaches from 2 Corinthians 5:6-21. Listen in as Carter shares from the pages of the bible that we are called to share the Gospel freely, with boldness, love, and unwavering faithfulness.
This week, Pastor Ted Jones teaches from Colossians 1: 9-14. His "Big Idea" is that Spiritual Growth is Intentional. Listen in to find out how this passage paints a beautiful picture of Christian maturity. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson preaches out of Acts 13:1-12. In this teaching, we learn how Barnabas and Saul are called and commissioned to enter the mission field. They were unified, they listened, and they obeyed the directions of The Holy Spirit. Online Message Notes
Pastor Don Jackson continues in his series Upside Down World. This week, he speaks to the persecution, prayer, and the power of God in Acts chapter 12. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson took us through Acts 11. He begins with the accusations against Peter, which leads to Peter's explanation, and ends with the glorification of God. Pastor Don wraps up the chapter by explaining how Peter's encounter changes the course of evangelism, discipleship, and ministry. Online Message Notes
This week, Pastor Don Jackson preaches from Acts 10. Listen as he shares 6 points that will leave you asking yourself if you are heading in the right direction, where God is leading you. Online Message Notes
This week, Pastor Don Jackson finishes up Acts 9. He speaks about the miracles that were happening after Jesus' death and resurrection. Online Message Notes
Pastor Don Jackson wraps up his Simply Christmas series in Hebrews 1:1-2. He shares three simple Christmas truths that speak to the miracle of the message. Online Message Notes
This week's message in the Simply Chrismas series is on the Simple Timing. Pastor Don Jackson gives us three simple Christmas truths about the miracle of the moment. Online Message Notes
This week's message in the Simply Chrismas series is on the Simple Timing. Pastor Don Jackson gives us three simple Christmas truths about the miracle of the moment. Online Message Notes
This is Week 2 of Pastor Don Jackson's "Simply Christmas" series. He shares "A Simple Plan" and presents us with three simple Christmas truths. Online Message Notes
This is Week 2 of Pastor Don Jackson's "Simply Christmas" series. He shares "A Simple Plan" and presents us with three simple Christmas truths. Online Message Notes
Pastor Don Jackson begins his 4 week sermon series titled "Simply Christmas" with a converstion about sin that leads to sacrifice. He teaches out of Genesis and shows us 3 simple Christmas. Online Message Notes
Pastor Don Jackson begins his 4 week sermon series titled "Simply Christmas" with a converstion about sin that leads to sacrifice. He teaches out of Genesis and shows us 3 simple Christmas. Online Message Notes
This week's sermon was delivered by our interning youth pastor, Carter Findlay. He gives us biblical truth on how we are to strive to be thankfull in ALL circumstances. Online Message Notes
Pastor Don Jackson gives a sermon titled "The Good Life" with passages from Ecclesiates 1:2-11. This sermon was born from his own stressful week resulting from health issues. The resulting stress opened Pastor Don's eyes to the reality of leaving his earthly dewelling. Online Message Notes
Pastor Ted Jones continues in the series, "Rooted in Christ" on the book of Colossians, Chapter 1. Pastor Ted helps us understand the fruit of the gospel and how believers are transformed as they walk with Christ. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson (PD) continues the Upside Down World' series in Acts, Chapter 9. PD walks us through this passage and explains how God worked through and strengthened the early church. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson (PD) continues the Upside Down World' series in Acts, Chapter 9. PD walks us through Saul's conversion story, explaining details that you may not have noticed before. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson (PD) continues the Upside Down World' series in Acts, Chapter 8. PD provides the cultural context for the story of Philip sharing the Gospel with the Ethiopian man on the desert road. PD explains that God provides such divine appointments for us as well. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson (PD) continues the Upside Down World' series in Acts, Chapter 8. PD explains how the persecution of Christians actually lead to expansion of the church. Online Message Notes
Pastor Don Jackson and others share their experience ministering in Malawi, Africa. Online Message Notes
Guest Speaker, Doug Schmidt from Barnabas Ministries gives a sermon based on Joshua, Chapter 3. Doug explains how this text gives us guidance on how to move forward in trying or unknown circumstances. There are no online notes for this sermon.
Guest Speaker, Paul Gardner from Camp Barakel gives a sermon the teachings of Peter. Paul gives five important teachings of Peter as well as other information the Bible tells us about some of the other Disciples. There are no online notes for this sermon.
Lead Pastor Don Jackson (PD) continues the Upside Down World' series in Acts, Chapter 6-8. PD reads and teaches on the scriptures about Stephen, the martyr. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson (PD) continues the Upside Down World' series in Acts, Chapter 6. PD explains some of lessons learned and growing pains of the early church. Online Message Notes
Pastor Ted Jones begins a new series called "Rooted in Christ" on the book of Colossians. Pastor Ted helps us understand the cultural background and main points of the first chapter of this book written by the apostle, Paul. Online Message Notes
Lead Pastor Don Jackson (PD) continues the Biblical Worldview' series. PD reviews several Bible passages on hell so that we can better understand hell and the importance of helping people avoid hell through salvation in Jesus Christ. Online Message Notes
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