Three tenets to dreaming for ourselves
Do you know how to dream? There are three tenets to dreaming for ourselves with a greater chance of realizing those dreams.
Chaplains share insights into serving in the military
COMMAND asked a trio of chaplains—LT Jon Uyboco, CHC, USN; CH(MAJ) Todd Cheney, USA, and CH(COL) Marc Gauthier, USA—to share some insights and experiences of serving military men and women for Christ.
Six ways to follow Jesus’ example and become a transformational leader
Transformational leaders help people understand the purpose, objectives and values of an organization by articulating a clear and appealing vision. From both a practical and biblical perspective, transformational leadership inspires, develops and empowers followers; it also hones our leadership skills so we become better leaders.
Is God calling you to lead a small group?
We reached out to two OCF small group leaders, LTC Tom Matelski, USA, and Lt Col Jim Wamhoff, USAF, and asked them to share their insights on starting and effectively leading a small group.
God is real and active in our lives
Army CWO2 Sheldon Duffy and his wife, Salena, share their story of Sheldon’s near-death experience with leukemia and how they endured the trials and uncertainties of not knowing if he would survive.
God’s restoration for the wounded soldier, healing warrior
Since warfare in and of itself is ultimately the warfare of our soul and spirit, we have the choice of allowing our healing to proceed through our spiritual maturation instead of succumbing to substance abuse to mask problems. Ultimately our ability to be healed, or at least cope with our issues, is based upon spiritual healing.
Members: Cast your vote now for OCF Council
OCF Council elections for the Class of 2016 are open now through 29 September. Eligible OCF members are encouraged to vote in the election.
Communicating hope beyond suffering
Authentic leadership deals with life's real issues of pain, trauma and suffering while pointing beyond to a life in Christ. As Paul reminds us, our present trials are but a means to an end; particularly for the Christian leader, hope is the final reality of life.
Comfort Amid Cruelty
Even after two deployments, I still don't understand how mankind can be so cruel and thoughtless.
Celebrating the Empty Tomb of Jesus Christ
Go back in time as we explore the places and events, through the lens of Scripture, shaping the most dramatic event in the history of the world-the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Waging Another War
Waging war against sexual impurity starts in the battlefield of the mind.
Your Chapel: An Opportunity for Outreach and Service
Christ-centered chapel programs may involve your participation.
Stewards of God’s Image
Christian military women can become influential leaders by embracing the fullness of their identities as women made in Christ's image.
Laborers and Laboring as Unto the Lord
God's promise to His laborers and their labor is Rock solid.
OCF Council Elections Now Underway
by OCF Council elections are now underway at the OCF website until 16 September. Eligible OCF members are encouraged to
When Duty Calls
Challenges are unique for married-to-each-other military with families when duty calls
Putting the Serve into Your Military Service
Each of you new officers raised your right hand and repeated an oath to faithfully support and defend the Constitution of the United States. The enlisted men and women you now lead vowed to faithfully follow your orders as their officer in support of the Constitution.
The Selflessness of Their Sacrifice
Memorial Day is a somber reminder of what military selflessly puts on the line for our nation--and each of us
Stoking the Fire
Got fire for the Lord? Keep it burning by stoking your flame. We must tend to the fire-to the love relationship with our Lord. Anything less is abandonment. Remembering, repenting, and returning stokes that fire and results in peace and power.
Visiting Those in Prison
Prison visits are powerful ministry opportunities for OCF small group fellowships.
Double Portion
God's work does not cease with key personnel turnover.
Undivided Heart
Do you allow the "spiritual self" or the "old nature" to dictate your decisions?
Reignited Service
What is your synonym for fear?
Don’t Work Alone
What brings you to the point of task overload?
Question Authority
So should we question God's authority?
Was it Failure or Success?
Failure is a part of living.
Reality Check
Every day is a good time for a reality check.
On The Rock
Deep down inside most of us generally have a sense of how to respond to adversity and challenging circumstances.
Predictions for 2011
These things will be true. Count on it!
Advent in Iraq
A deployed chaplain shares his thoughts leading up to Christmas.
Operation Iraqi Freedom
An officer who was there takes a step back to view the big picture.
It Didn’t Surprise God
Imagine--the same God who fashioned the heavens and earth, and made man in His image--knew this would occur.
Superhero’s Faith
"Follow me!" sounds like an adventure--the full life that Jesus brings!
Leadership Came Naturally
Leadership was a natural result of who Tom was.
Some Thoughts for Christians
What is the relationship between Christians and politics?
What is Required of Me?
Become a person who influences others for Christ.
So You’ve Been Passed Over
I found being passed over to be the most freeing thing that has happened to me in my walk with Christ
The Full Armor of God
In our haste to don armor and build obstacles and barriers, however, we must not forget that prayer is the essential element for our security and salvation.
Persist in prayer, and know God more deeply
As Christians in the military, we ought to see the parallels between persistence in life and persistence in prayer.
Rescue on the High Seas
I was a modern-day Jonah trying to escape the grasp of God rather than make Him my priority and obey Him.
Wrestling with Depression
Keep these thoughts in mind when facing depression.
OCF at Garden Tomb
OCF friends oversee the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem.
We Honor Them
General Don Rliey reflects on how we welcome home our fallen heroes.
Lead Your Child to Christ
Practical encouragement and tips in leading your child to Christ.
The View from the Top
On my RMH adventure I had a close-up encounter with God and great fellowship with other Christians in stunningly beautiful scenery.
Project Help Afghanistan
View actor Gary Sinise talking about his participation in an Afghanistan outreach.
OCF in Space
Three OCF members have piloted three consecutive Space Shuttle missions.
OCF Combined Federal Campaign
Officers' Christian Fellowship is proud to participate in the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC).
Pray, Discover & Obey (PDO)
Make important decisions with the confidence that God has revealed His direction.
Ice Cream in Iraq
Ms. Ryan's Second Grade Class asks some questions about life in Iraq.
Exploring Biblical Leadership
What does it look like to be a disciple of Christ?
How Should a Christian Live?
Food for thought for young Christians in the military.
TTP – Platoon Leader
How do you stand up for Christ without standing on someone's foot?
What Right Looks Like
With the ability of the media to reach out to all corners of the globe and to report on the conduct, or misconduct, of soldiers, leaders have an even greater responsibility than ever to demonstrate what right looks like.
You Are Commissioned
You are commissioned to do the Lord's work as professional military servants.
Spiritual Success
As you develop your leadership skills and responsibilities, consider making the following habits a part of your daily routine.
What Works for New Officers?
Ten habits of highly effective Second Lieutenants and Ensigns
Walking
Difficult but triumphant is this life in Christ.
Situational Awareness
If you're in your thirties, you are living in a generational, social, and professional gap by no choice of your own. This positioning brings tremendous professional and spiritual challenges; and opportunities.
Returning Home
The adjustments families need to make can be improved by a good understanding of the stresses of separation and a strategy for thriving.
Preparing for Active Duty
What should cadets expect from OCF during an Air Force career?
Soldiers of Faith: Washington
George Washington was a great commander because he acted upon his personal moral convictions.
How Shall We Pray?
I have asked myself, how should we pray? There is no easy answer.
Implicit Trust
Simple faith and trust in the Word brings eternal salvation, forgiveness of sins, and life everlasting.
I Only See Green
The Son of God is many things to me, but racist is certainly not one of them. I see only green, my Savior sees only hearts.
Tom Felts Was My Friend
Colonel Tom Felts died in the service of his country in Iraq on November 14, 2006, due to an improvised explosive device. To the very end Tom lived a sacrificial life.
Competition
Promote healthy competition while encouraging others to “Love thy neighbor as thyself."
Man of the In-Between
"Rotcy" opened the door to the most potent educational experience of my life.
Three Words
Jesus is Lord! These three words can mark what you should, can, and will be in your life.
