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Olive Branch Christian Fellowship

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Welcome to the Olive Branch Christian Fellowship Podcast, where you'll find messages from Pastor Trevor O’Keefe.


Olive Branch Christian Fellowship is a Jesus loving Bible teaching church located in San Diego, Ca.


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4/3/22, Jesus & The Restoration of The World, Mark 13, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

April 05, 2022 02:03 - 59 minutes - 43.9 MB

The same Biblical prophecy can have soon coming and far reaching implications. Last week we looked at the short coming implications of Jesus’ prophecy about the temple. This week we delve into the far reaching implications. As we look to the future, we turn to what scripture tells us is waiting for us, what signs we will see when it is the end of an age, and what our response is supposed to be. olivebranchcf.org

3/27/22, Jesus & The Temple, Mark 13:1-23, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

March 30, 2022 01:56 - 58 minutes - 43 MB

Today we look at Jesus’ prophecy over the temple in Mark 13. The temple was much more than just a building or place of worship for the Jewish people back then, it represented their way of life. Through His prophecy of not a single brick laying on top another and eventual fulfillment, we can take away 3 key points to remember as believers. olivebranchcf.org

3/20/22, Take Jesus With You, Matthew 9:9-13, Pastor Jason Mills

March 22, 2022 03:07 - 24 minutes - 20.1 MB

This week, Jason Mills from the ministry Fellowship of Christian Athletes joins us to share about the work FCA does and a message on how we as Christians should share the word with the people in our lives. olivebranchcf.org

3/13/22, Gospel Transformation, Mark 12:38-44, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

March 15, 2022 03:34 - 50 minutes - 38.6 MB

In today’s world, many base their identity and worth on the amount of money and power they have accumulated. Some might even see it as a sign of having God’s favor, while those who have little are thought to have fallen out of His favor. As we study the the widow who gave the only two coins she had compared to the extravagant displays of religious leaders around her, opulence and self righteousness can lead us astray and being further from God. olivebranchcf.org

3/6/22, The Essence of Christianity, Mark 12:28-34, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

March 08, 2022 04:21 - 58 minutes - 43.6 MB

If you were asked what the essence of Christianity is, what would you answer? What would your friends, coworkers, neighbors, or even the general public answer? Jesus, answering the same question, informs us of the single thing that would fundamentally change Christianity if it were not at the core of our faith. olivebranchcf.org

2/27/22, The Inspection of the Lamb, Mark 11:27-12:40, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

March 01, 2022 04:18 - 52 minutes - 38.5 MB

In this passage during Passover week, Jesus shares to the crowd at the temple a parable of the vineyard workers. We discuss the indictment of the religious leaders and what we can learn from their mistakes. Priests, elders, and scribes confront Jesus and question his authority, integrity, and theology. This inspection of Jesus is fruitless and they have no choice but to declare Him clean and of no fault despite the traps laid out for Him. olivebranchcf.org

2/20/22, The Temple & The Tree, Mark 11:12-26, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

February 21, 2022 22:23 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

Today we examine two stories in the final days of Jesus’ life: Jesus cursing the Fig Tree and Him at the temple. When we look at them together, not as separate stories, we are left with three things to consider: a warning to the church, where to turn our attention, and a question for followers of Christ. olivebranchcf.org

2/13/22, Jesus, The Unexpected King, Mark 11:1-11, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

February 15, 2022 04:48 - 51 minutes - 37.9 MB

Many people can find themselves wishing for items, outcomes, or situations that they believe are exactly what they need for one reason or another. They may find out that what they had hoped for is either not what they needed or not at all what they expected. The same can be true of Jesus and our expectations of Him. We may have lofty expectations or expectations based on our current world that we project on Him. The same can also be said about Jesus’ contemporaries and the wild expectation...

2/6/22, Connecting with God in Anxious Times, Psalm 3, Pastor Mike Neglia

February 07, 2022 23:19 - 54 minutes - 43.2 MB

This week, we are joined by Mike and Rachel Neglia, visiting us from Calvary Chapel Cork in Ireland. They share with us how they became involved in ministry in Cork, Ireland and the work they are doing there. Pastor Mike Neglia also shares a sermon with us on how we can be inspired by David to connect with God in difficult, anxious, or conflicting times. olivebranchcf.org

1/30/22, The Son Stood Still, Mark 10:46-52, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

January 31, 2022 22:24 - 59 minutes - 42 MB

Separated by hundreds of years, two requests were made to God in Jericho. The first, by Joshua, led to the sun standing still. The second, by a blind beggar, led to the Son standing still. The same God who stopped the sun paused to make time for a humble blind beggar with nothing to offer. We can learn from the beggar how to pray and cry out to the Lord, with humility, tenacity, expectancy, and specificity. olivebranchcf.org

1/23/22, Jesus, Our Kings Ransom, Mark 10:32-45, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

January 25, 2022 22:48 - 53 minutes - 37.8 MB

Like some of the disciples who were given new names by Jesus when they chose to follow Him, we too receive new identities. This change is permanent and we are also able to change the way we see ourselves and our past mistakes. This new identity was not free. It took the price of a kings ransom. A cost so great that only our Savior could pay. Today, we will dive into the topic of the ransom Jesus paid for us, how he did it, and why he did it. olivebranchcf.org

1/16/22, Jesus, Our Rich Young Ruler, Mark 10:13-31, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

January 17, 2022 20:59 - 48 minutes - 36.7 MB

Success, whether it be wealth, power, job, or status, has long been spread to be our life's goal. But the dangers of wealth and success are often not mentioned at the same time. The rich young ruler from the gospel of Mark has defined himself by his success and wealth and could not imagine a life without it. As we'll discuss in this teaching, success clouds our view and blocks us from recognizing our human need for a savior. olivebranchcf.org

1/9/22, Past Faithfulness, Present Faith, Deut. 4:7-10, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

January 11, 2022 01:36 - 41 minutes - 34.7 MB

Many of us take time to set goals and resolutions as we welcome a new year. But our time might be better spent doing something in addition to goals. Throughout scripture, God shows us that he wants his people to slow down and reflect as they enter a new season. Today, we will learn more about the spiritual importance of pausing to reflect on God's past faithfulness in our life. olivebranchcf.org olivebranchcf.org

1/2/22, His Standing Invitation, Matthew 11:28-30, Pastor Danny Ramos

January 05, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutes - 28.7 MB

Because of human nature, we may find ourselves drawing closer to God during times of hardship. But this does not mean that He only calls to us during these times. Today, we are joined by Pastor Danny Ramos who helps remind us that we are always being called to and invited to grow closer to God and further deepen our relationship with him. olivebranchcf.org

12/19/21, Advent Week 4: Love for the World, John 3:14-17, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

December 21, 2021 23:44 - 40 minutes - 30.9 MB

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12/12/21, Advent Week 3: Joy with Special Guest Dave Van Hook, Dave Van Hook

December 13, 2021 21:41 - 49 minutes - 38.6 MB

This is the third week of our four part series observing Advent as we anticipate the celebration of Christmas and the Second Coming of Christ. Each week, we will focus on the topics of hope, peace, joy, and love. This week, we welcome our special guest speaker Dave Van Hook to share with us. We will discuss the joy that is secured to us as believers in a world devoid of true joy. olivebranchcf.org

12/05/21, Advent Week 2: Peace for the Weary - Luke 2:1-14, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

December 07, 2021 04:17 - 46 minutes - 29.5 MB

This week is the second of our four part series observing Advent as we anticipate the celebration of Christmas and the Second Coming of Christ. Each week, we will focus on the topics of hope, peace, joy, and love. This week, we will be focusing on peace from three different perspectives. We will study peace by observing our world being void of it, by remembering that Jesus secured for us peace in his First Coming, and by anticipating a future period of eternal peace. olivebranchcf.org

11/28/21, Advent Week 1: Hope for the Hopeless - Gen. 3:6-10,16; Isa. 9:2,6-7, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

November 30, 2021 04:11 - 47 minutes - 29.9 MB

This week begins the first of our four part series of our observation of Advent as we anticipate the celebration of Christmas and the Second Coming of Christ. Each week, we will focus on the topics of love, peace, joy, and hope, which is this week’s topic. In our present world, you may find few things to draw hope from. However as Christians, we have a reason from hope that is fundamentally different than a wish or optimism. We have hope in a savior who has proven to us that His promises a...

11/21/21, He Makes Pits Into Reservoirs - John 4:3-29, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

November 23, 2021 01:06 - 46 minutes - 29.6 MB

For many of us, we may struggle with or have struggled with feeling accepted and worthy of love. Our human desire to be loved may trap us in a pit of despair when we feel isolated and alone. In Jesus, we are able to experience both what we yearn for and what he uniquely offers: to be fully known and fully loved. olivebranchcf.org

11/14/21, A Marriage Talk, Part 2 - Gen. 2:18-25, Eph. 5:21-33, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

November 15, 2021 20:06 - 56 minutes - 34.9 MB

This is the second message in our multi-part series exploring what the scripture teaches us about marriage. Last week, we covered two themes of marriage, Foundation and Priority, and briefly touched on a third theme - Purpose. This week, we will take a closer look at the Biblical purpose of marriage. That purpose being twofold: completeness and companionship. We will also examine the role that headship has in a marriage. olivebranchcf.org

11/7/21, A Marriage Talk, Part 1 - Mark 10:1-12, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

November 09, 2021 00:46 - 56 minutes - 35.7 MB

This is the first message in our multi-part series exploring what the scripture teaches us about marriage. Today, we cover what the Bible teaches us about divorce. We learn about the cases in which divorce is condoned by scripture. We also examine the impact that divorce has through the lens of what God originally intended marriage to be. olivebranchcf.org

10/31/21, Kingdom Culture - Mark 9:30-50, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

November 01, 2021 23:06 - 57 minutes - 62.9 MB

Anyone belonging to a community of any kind or size will have been raised to follow their cultural norms. These cultural norms influence who we are, how we act, and the views we have. We may not even realize it until we interact with people of different communities and cultures. In today’s message, we will learn about the cultural norms that should be present in our lives as citizens of the kingdom of God. olivebranchcf.org

10/24/21, From the Mountain to the Valley - Mark 9:14-32, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

October 25, 2021 23:14 - 49 minutes - 27.8 MB

Following the Transfiguration on the mount, Jesus is approached by a father who asks Jesus to drive an evil spirit out of his son because the disciples could not. In this moment, we are both able to see the destructive nature of evil as well as the compassion and authoritative power of Jesus. We will also explore the deceptive nature of evil present in our lives and learn from the disciples who failed to heal the boy before Jesus arrived. olivebranchcf.org

10/17/21, Take Up Your Cross - Mark 8:29-9:13, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

October 18, 2021 20:50 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MB

As Christians, we are called to take up our cross and follow Jesus. While we may think of the cross as a positive symbol worth celebrating, in Jesus’s time this image symbolized shame and humiliation. Why then did Jesus’s followers choose to accept these terms and follow him? In this sermon, we will learn why taking up our cross is worth doing so. olivebranchcf.org

10/10/21, Who Do You Say That I Am? Mark 8:22-33, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

October 12, 2021 00:39 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MB

Slowly over time, Jesus revealed His true self to His disciples and followers, but it was not immediately understood for them. As we study today, we examine that the same spiritual blindness to who Jesus is may still exist in our lives. olivebranchcf.org

10/10/21, Who Do You Say That I Am? 8:22-33, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

October 12, 2021 00:39 - 52 minutes - 72.3 MB

Slowly over time, Jesus revealed His true self to His disciples and followers, but it was not immediately understood for them. As we study today, we examine that the same spiritual blindness to who Jesus is may still exist in our lives. olivebranchcf.org

10/3/21, A Little Leaven – Mark 8:11-21, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

October 04, 2021 22:02 - 55 minutes - 42 MB

Often times, in our frustration, we can ask God why He won’t just show us a sign. Why won’t He answer that one prayer, bring justice to that one situation, change that one circumstance? In this message, we dive into some of those questions, and reflect on the power of the gospel. Join us as we discuss the difference between asking God a question, and questioning God. olivebranchcf.org

9/26/21, Unmerited Favor for Unexpected People – Mark 8:1-10, Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

September 27, 2021 19:00 - 48 minutes - 92.2 MB

We serve a God that is full of compassion for His creation. In Jesus, we see a God that pursues and cares for people regardless of their background or their past. If our goal as believers is to become more like Jesus, that should impact the way that we care for those same people. olivebranchcf.org

9/19/21, An Update from Far Reaching Ministries, Guest Speaker Edward Amaya

September 20, 2021 20:44 - 59 minutes - 44.3 MB

Guest speaker Edward Amaya gives us an update from Far Reaching Ministries. olivebranchcf.org

9/12/21, “He Does All Things Well” Mark 7:31-37 Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

September 15, 2021 00:00 - 47 minutes - 35.9 MB

The portrait of God that Jesus provides for us so different from every other religion in the world.  We have a God who cares for us individually, who we don’t have to fight with to notice us.  He is a God who cares for us compassionately, He suffered for us and still suffers with us.  Jesus reveals a God who loves us perfectly in spite of our imperfection. The story of Jesus and the deaf man who stood before Him - displays the heart of God is such a beautiful way!  It’s not just who God was...

9/5/21, “A Seat at the Table” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

September 08, 2021 17:39 - 55 minutes - 41.2 MB

To be a person of faith means that we trust in the goodness and power of Jesus before we see the answer to our prayers or the resolution to our broken stories. This week we talk about a woman who is willing to take Jesus at His word and worship before she sees the miracle that she is asking for. olivebranchcf.org

8/29/21, “The Heart of the Matter” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

August 30, 2021 03:15 - 53 minutes - 101 MB

The gospel is not about external modification. Though it’s tempting to reduce the Bible to a list of rules, the gospel is ultimately about internal heart transformation. The purpose of the law is to show us what perfection looks like & it functions as a mirror that reveals our true need of a savior.  olivebranchcf.org

8/22/21, “Present in the Storm” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

August 24, 2021 00:00 - 48 minutes - 36.6 MB

Faith isn’t natural; fear, doubt, and envy are. Sometimes it can be hard to trust that God is really in control, and that He really cares about us. But this story is about a God who comes near in the midst of a storm.  He asks us to not just be amazed by His power, but to trust in His goodness and faithfulness while the storm rages on.  olivebranchcf.org

8/15/21, “The Resurrection - Fact or Fiction?” Dave Van Hook

August 18, 2021 18:13 - 42 minutes - 33.2 MB

Intuition and well-tread arguments tell us we have good reasons for our belief in the Creator God of the Bible. But is there any evidence that His purported son Jesus actually rose physically from the dead and appeared to his followers, as Paul records in his letter to Corinth? Actually, there is a particular set of twelve facts of history supported by the vast majority of scholars (including skeptical and even atheist ones) that cannot be accounted for with any other explanation except the ...

8/8/21, “Serving, Not Solving” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

August 09, 2021 22:47 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

There are times that we may feel tempted to take on the burdens of others, or even to try to fix all of our own problems. Unlike us, God is not limited by limited resources. He has the ability to bring growth and healing in our lives, but we have to be willing to surrender those burdens to Him. olivebranchcf.org

8/1/21, “The Dungeon of Doubt” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

August 04, 2021 23:48 - 46 minutes - 32.4 MB

Following Jesus is always the best option, but it is rarely the easiest. Through this challenging story, we are reminded that we can’t judge Jesus’ love for us based on our circumstances. We serve a God who is faithful and kind; but what happens when our circumstances leave us to doubt that?  olivebranchcf.org

7/25/21, “What God Wants From You” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

July 27, 2021 18:31 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

Jesus wants us to know Him and to trust Him. He offers us a place to rest, provision, and His own faithfulness. He doesn’t require us to produce results and success – He just wants our willingness to follow Him. olivebranchcf.org

7/18/21, “When Jesus Offends Us” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

July 27, 2021 01:09 - 52 minutes - 99.2 MB

We have a habit of making Jesus in our own image, rather than recognizing ourselves as His creation. Although it can be very uncomfortable, it’s a good sign when we still find ourselves offended or challenged by Jesus.  olivebranchcf.org

7/11/21, “When God Makes You Wait” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

July 13, 2021 23:28 - 57 minutes - 42.1 MB

God is not a cosmic vending machine, but a loving parent. While He is our provider, He wants to be so much more than that. God sees value in the process of getting us somewhere, even if we are only focused on the destination. olivebranchcf.org

7/4/21, “The Mission & Vision of Olive Branch Christian Fellowship” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

July 06, 2021 20:32 - 51 minutes - 38.3 MB

As a church, we want to connect people with a right perspective on God, themselves, and the world around them. As children of God, our motivation isn’t ritual, expectation, or pressure – it’s love.  olivebranchcf.org

6/27/21, “Love the Lord With All Your Mind” with Guest Speaker Dave Van Hook

June 29, 2021 18:53 - 48 minutes - 94 MB

“Faith is born out of conviction - conviction comes from reasonable belief.”  People often view faith as something completely separate from reason and logic. This week, Dave Van Hook discusses apologetics and the conviction that can lead to, and help to strengthen our faith in Jesus.  olivebranchcf.org

6/20/21, “Jesus & My Graveyard” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

June 21, 2021 17:09 - 54 minutes - 103 MB

Jesus alone can heal what sin and satan have destroyed – but we need to be willing to let Jesus walk amongst the tombstones in our life. This week, we discuss Jesus’ authority over physical, mental, and spiritual brokenness in our lives. Only He can touch what is unclean and make it clean.   olivebranchcf.org

6/13/21, “Jesus’ Authority Over the Sea” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

June 15, 2021 00:11 - 42 minutes - 81.3 MB

This week we reflect on what it means for Jesus to have authority over the storms in our lives. We are invited to turn from questioning God to answering God’s question – “Why are you so afraid?” olivebranchcf.org

6/6/21, “Jesus’ Kingdom Stories” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

June 07, 2021 18:08 - 47 minutes - 94.1 MB

The first three chapters of the Gospel of Mark make it clear that Jesus is here to do a new thing; He’s here to set up His Kingdom. Until this point, Jesus is yet to tell us what the Kingdom will be like & how He will establish it. In the parables we discuss in this message - those questions begin to be answered. olivebranchcf.org

5/23/21, “The Savior and Some Soil” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

May 25, 2021 00:03 - 55 minutes - 98.7 MB

Jesus often used parables to draw people in – to reveal & conceal truth. This week we talk about The Parable of the Sower, the powerful seed of the Gospel, and the call to be people who sow that seed in the lives of those around us. olivebranchcf.org

5/2/21, “Jesus, My Sabbath Rest” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

May 03, 2021 23:22 - 49 minutes - 68.5 MB

4/25/21, “Follow with Me” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

April 26, 2021 18:38 - 46 minutes - 63.3 MB

4/18/21, “The Son of Man” Pastor Trevor O’Keefe

April 19, 2021 18:18 - 48 minutes - 92.9 MB