Go behind the scenes at Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, SC.
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Spend a few minutes with Rev. Kirk Lawton for insight and encouragement through the word of God. The longtime Chaplain for Ocean Lakes Family Campground has been an inspiration to thousands of campground guests from all over North America. Located on 310 oceanfront acres in Myrtle Beach, SC, Ocean Lakes is one of the largest family-owned campgrounds in the United States and has welcomed travelers for nearly 50 years. The non-denominational Church Service is held in the Recreation Center ever ...
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On this Sunday before Thanksgiving Day, we are thinking about what Jesus did for a man whom Jesus healed, not just from a physical disease, but in a larger sense. He was healed, but Jesus used another word to describe what had taken place - the man was made WHOLE. This story ties right in with the Thanksgiving theme - that of giving thanks. Our pra…
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Christmas at Thanksgiving: A Full Rundown of the Fun
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Join us as we sit down with Martin and Devion from the Recreation Center to dive into all the excitement planned for Thanksgiving at Christmas! From festive activities to family fun, we’re breaking down everything happening this upcoming week. Whether you're here for the crafts, games, or just the holiday vibes, we’ve got you covered. Tune in to ma…
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It has wisely been said that “some people die at 40, but are buried at 65.” What is implied here is that some people do not get out of life all that they wish to have; they just exist, but do not really LIVE. Today the message is based on the words of Jesus from John’s gospel, chapter 10, verse 10, where He says, “I have come, that they may have li…
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The Complete Ocean Lakes Golf Car Guide: Sales, Maintenance, and Seasonal Prep
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This week, we sat down with Caleb and Pat from Ocean Lakes Golf Car Sales and Services to discuss everything you need to know about golf car ownership at Ocean Lakes. From navigating the buying process to mastering year-round maintenance, Caleb and Pat share insider tips to keep your golf car in top shape. We cover essential upkeep for every season…
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Do you remember as a child hearing the expression, “Finders keepers, losers, weepers?” On this Sunday after our national election day, there are probably many people who may be in that second category, as they are at least symbolically “weeping” because the person (or persons) they voted for did not succeed in being elected. But the sermon today is…
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With the national election day just ahead, many in America are having feelings of relief to know that we’ll soon be delivered from all the political advertisements that we have endured over the past many months. Now, on this final Sunday before election day, the title of the sermon from Ocean Lakes is “The Person I Want As President.” What? Are we …
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Camping 101: The Beginners Guide to Camping Success
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New to RVing or just starting your camping journey? Not sure what to pack or how to prepare for different seasons? Tune in to this week’s must-listen podcast episode, Camping 101: The Beginner’s Guide to Camping Success! We’re joined by seasoned camper Mark and newbie Mason—both Ocean Lakes teammates with unique insights. From essential tips and tr…
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What is the most important thing in your life? Your family? Your work? Your friends? Your house? Your money? We would all probably agree that all these things have their own place of importance. This morning we are thinking together about those things in life which we ought to consider our life’s higher values. Maybe this is a good time for us all …
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Ready, Set, Book: 2025 Reservations Open November 1st!
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Get ready to book your 2025 beach house stay at Ocean Lakes! In this episode, we sit down with Jaclyn from OLP Properties to give you all the insider tips on securing your perfect vacation rental. We’ll cover everything you need to know about 2025 bookings, OLP Rental information, and reveal an exciting new feature coming to all OLP Rental Properti…
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Would you consider yourself a righteous person? What makes a person righteous? Regular church attendance? Paying your bills? Being good to others? Honesty? There were some people living during Jesus' days on earth who had a very high opinion of themselves - - very righteous, they would say. But Jesus had a different opinion. Today may well be the p…
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Unlocking Ocean Lakes: Your Guide to our Official Mobile App
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This week on Campground Conversations, we sat down with the Ocean Lakes marketing team to explore all the exciting and helpful features of our official Ocean Lakes App! From booking your stay and viewing campground maps to keeping up with events and activities, we dive into how the app enhances your experience at the campground. Tune in to learn mo…
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Does God have any people that He favors above others? Does He show any partiality? What about a church? Does God like one denomination more than others? We all already have some ideas about the answers to these questions, but the title of today's message is, "The Kind of Church God Honors." Hopefully, at the end of these next few minutes, we can al…
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Behind the Big Top: The Making of Halloweekends 2024
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In this episode of Campground Conversations, we’re joined by Ron Zwing to dive into the magic behind Halloweekends 2024! Get a behind-the-scenes look at how we plan the event, choose the theme, and bring characters to life for an unforgettable experience. Tune in for a fun and spooky peek into the making of our favorite fall tradition!…
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One of the most fascinating things in the world of nature is what we call an echo. You speak a word or two, listen quietly, and your voice comes back to you. This is true also in the world of human nature. What we give out comes back in one way or another. Jesus said it well: “With what measure you mete, it shall be measured to you again.” Today we…
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In this special episode of Campground Conversations, the marketing team sits down with Ron Zwing, the visionary behind Sandy Starfish, to explore the origins of Halloweekends at Ocean Lakes Family Campground. Ron shares the history, memorable moments, and behind-the-scenes stories of how our legendary October weekends came to life. Discover how thi…
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One of the most colorful individuals in the entire Old Testament is the man we know as Moses. He led the people out of Egyptian slavery to the very edge of the Promised Land. In Deuteronomy, chapter 31, we have the account of what Moses did just before the people were to enter that land which God had promised them many years before. He wanted every…
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Step right up! Halloweekends 2024 is just around the corner, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you to Ocean Lakes for "Under the Big Top – The Greatest Experience on Earth!" In this episode of Campground Conversations, we sit down with Salle, the Recreation Manager at Ocean Lakes, to dive into all the essential tips and tricks you’ll need …
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Many family members have experienced the heartbreaking reality of sitting at the bedside of a loved one and listening closely to the person’s last words before leaving this earth. Those last words are usually cherished by those who hear them. Today’s sermon is centered around some of the last words given by the Apostle Paul, writing to young Timoth…
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Annual Events at Ocean Lakes: A Community Tradition
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Get ready to mark your calendars! In this episode of Campground Conversations, Maddy and Kensley dive into the must-attend events happening throughout the year at Ocean Lakes Family Campground. From the festive fun of Beach n' Boogie to the spectacular 4th of July celebrations and everything in between, there’s truly something for everyone—no matte…
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Have you ever seen a magician on television, of even in person, who is so skilled with slight-of-hand movements until your mouth drops open, and you say, "How can that be?" "That seems impossible!" Well, today's sermon is not about magicians, but the title is "An Impossibility Made Possible." We will be looking at three different scripture passages…
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We are so thankful to have a large audience who listens each week to the podcast of our morning worship service. How we wish it were possible for every listener to be a part of the music each Sunday also. We know that music plays a vital part in worship. Today we are going to have the congregation here at Ocean Lakes to join in singing several hymn…
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Welcome to Ocean Lakes Family Campground! In this episode, we introduce you to everything that makes our 300-acre oceanfront campground a beloved destination for families for over 50 years. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a long-time guest, we’ll cover all you need to know about our rentals, amenities, special events, and more. Join us as we…
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On this Labor Day weekend, some of us remember days gone by when this marks the beginning of another school year. Of course, in many areas, school has already begun, even weeks ago. School time brings with it some events of joy and happiness, such as athletic events, reunion with friends, and feelings of accomplishment over work well done. But if s…
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Many people know and can easily recite what is known as “The Lord’s Prayer.” Today we are going to look at the origin of what is more accurately called “The Model Prayer” that Jesus gave His disciples, as well as us. It is found in Luke’s gospel, chapter 11. If you have a Bible which is handy, turn to this passage, and follow with us, as we think t…
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There are many ways in which we can worship God. We do so through reading His word, the Bible, through studying it, through meditating on what His Spirit speaks to our hearts, thorough sermons, and through music. Today at Ocean Lakes we worship by an unusual way. There is no sermon from the pulpit, but the worship is centered on music. We hope and …
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One of the most intriguing stories ever told about Jesus was His encounter with a blind man; his name was Bartimaeus. Have you ever wondered what it would be like if you were blind? When Jesus came along one day, He had "good news" for this blind man. Another word for "good news" is the word "gospel." And that's the title of today's message: "The G…
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Throughout the years of my pastoral ministry, I have often had people come up to me following the worship service and say something like this: "Preacher, you really spoke to me today. Was that sermon meant just for me?" My response is always that I do not preach just to one person. In Matthew's gospel, there is an account of what the chief priests …
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We begin today by asking a simple, but very important question: “How much are you worth?” That may be answered in different ways. How much are you worth - to your employer – to your family – to your community – to your church? How much are you worth to God? That may be the most important question. That’s what we are thinking about today.…
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Last Sunday the sermon from Ocean Lakes was about “The Prodigal Son and the Prodigal Pig.” Today we will take a closer look at two groups of people Jesus encountered: Prodigals and Pharisees. Which one are you? Would your answer be: “Neither one!” Well, let’s think about for a few minutes and then decide.…
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The Prodigal Son and the Prodigal Pig
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One of the most well-known parables that Jesus told was the story of the person we call “The Prodigal Son.” We will look first today at that parable, as it is recorded in Luke’s gospel, chapter 15. But there is another part of the sermon which is about “the prodigal pig.” Is that in the Bible? Well, stay with us, and you may be surprised.…
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Even though Independence Day is now past, we are continuing to celebrate today with another patriotic service. It has been said that with freedom comes a price to be paid. Therefore today's sermon is entitled, "The Price Tags of Life." The scriptural basis for the message is Galatians, chapter 6, verse 7: "Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for wh…
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On this Sunday before we celebrate once again our nation's independence, our thoughts all seem to gravitate toward patriotism. This is surely a subject which should not be confined just to one or two Sundays in a year, but we all should give thanks to God for blessing our nation as He has in the past. Thank you for joining us today from Ocean Lakes…
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If you've ever gone to a meeting where there are lots of people, and most of them do not know each other's name, the organizers sometimes help with this problem by supplying name tags or badges for everyone to wear. Did you know that every Christian wears a badge? Of course, this is not something to pin on your clothes or hang around your neck. Wha…
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There are 150 psalms in the Bible, and each one has its own special help for those who read. Today we begin at the beginning - - Psalm 1. No, we won't go through all 150 psalms in this message, but this first psalm has been called "a recipe for happiness." The psalm begins with the words, "Blessed is the man.." but the message from God in this psal…
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If you've ever had the painful experience of being outdoors on a windy day and having a speck of dust blow into your eye, you know that this will occupy your undivided attention until it is removed. But what if it is more than just a small speck? Jesus talked about this one day, and what He had to say about it is recorded in Matthew's gospel, chapt…
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Have you ever had the horrible experience of driving your car and hearing a thumping sound coming from somewhere underneath, only to learn later that your tires were out of balance? Yes, balance is very important in any areas of our lives. In the 10th chapter of Revelation, there is a verse which describes a special kind of balance which an angel h…
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Have you ever heard the phrase, "having an Achilles heel?" The sermon this morning begins with this story from Greek mythology, and then we move quickly to the Bible to look at two men who had their own "Achilles heel." They are Samson and Simon Peter. Is there a lesson for us from these two men who failed so miserably in their lives? Well, stay wi…
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Have you ever thought about the question: which of your five physical senses would you give up if you had to surrender one of them? Would it be your sense of taste, touch, smell, hearing, or seeing? Most of us would probably have trouble making that choice. The message today is about a man who was deprived of one of these senses, and what Jesus did…
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We welcome you this morning to our Sunday worship service from Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, SC. And a Happy Mother's Day to all of you who are mothers. May this be a special and a good day for you. This morning our service is not intended to be just a nostalgic reflection on mothers; we are here every Sunday to worship God. Have y…
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Imagine something with me for a moment. Suppose you were to be arrested and forced to make a statement that you are a Christian, or you are not a Christian, what would your answer be? And let's suppose further that if you said you are a Christian, you would be executed on the spot, would that change your answer? Well, thankfully, most of us have no…
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There is an old gospel song that we sometimes sing, the words of which go like this: "In times like these, you need a Savior; in times like these, you need an Anchor; be very sure - - be very sure your anchor holds, and grips the Solid Rock." Anybody with even a slight awareness of world conditions today knows that we really do need an anchor, when…
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In the 50th Psalm, the author speaks the word of God when he says, "Call upon me in the day of trouble. I will deliver thee." Another translation gives that same verse in these words: "Pray to me in time of trouble; I will rescue you." (CEV) Wow! Doesn't that apply to us all? We all have those times in our lives when we get into some kind of troubl…
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We welcome you this morning to our Sunday worship service from Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, SC. Some of the most interesting and fascinating Bible stories are often hidden away in books or chapters that we often overlook. This is the case with Amaziah, whose story is told in the Old Testament book of 2 Chronicles. If you are where…
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We welcome you this morning to our Sunday worship service from Ocean Lakes Family Campground in Myrtle Beach, SC. Now that the celebration of Easter is gone (although Christians celebrate the resurrection EVERY Sunday), let's turn our attention to a follow-up of last Sunday. Those early followers of Jesus - - what were they called? Yes, the word "C…
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And a Happy Easter Sunday to you! Easter has arrived early this year, and the calendar says that Spring is already here also. On this Easter Sunday, I would like you to think with me about a subject which some people have wondered about for many years. Today we are celebrating the resurrection of Jesus from the dead, but did it really happen? Is th…
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Last Sunday in the morning message, the attempt was made to answer the question, *What Is the Cross?" We must admit that there is absolutely no way in which any person can fully understand or try to explain what the cross of Jesus means. So this morning we are going to try again to approach basically the same question of last Sunday. But today, let…
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Have you ever noticed on TV or some other media outlet how many of the people you see are wearing a cross? That caught my attention recently when I was watching a program which was primarily political in nature. Why do people wear a cross? Is it to identify with the Christian faith, or is it just because it is an attractive ornament to wear around …
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Valentine's Day is past for this year, along with all the sweet expressions of love found on cards and other places. If I were to ask you what three little words were most often found on greeting cards, whether it is for Valentine's Day or for some other special occasion, what would those three little words be? You got it! 'I love you." There are t…
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Everybody knows that we are all here on this earth for only a limited time; we are not here to stay. We will all eventually die, unless the Lord comes back first. Well, suppose you knew that your time would be up in about one week. What message would you want to leave behind for your loved ones? This is exactly what Jesus faced, and today we are go…
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The sermon this morning begins with some well-known words from the poet, Edgar Guest: "I'd rather see a sermon than to hear one any day ..." Surely we all would agree with those sentiments, even the greatest preacher would have to say "Amen" to that also. But where do we go to SEE a sermon? Is this talking about a sermon on TV, or does it refer to …
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