Peace in the Wilderness – Genesis 28:10-22

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues our study through the book of Genesis. We all want our days to be filled with peace. In Genesis 28:10-22, we find Jacob in a chaotic time of life (can you relate?). We also find God intervening to grant the peace that Jacob needs in that very moment. Through this interaction we see three avenues through …

Fighting Against Desire – Genesis 26:34-28:9

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Pastor Ron Eckberg teaches the next message in our series, “Passing the Torch”. In the well known story of Jacob stealing Isaac’s blessing (from Genesis 26:34-38:9), we see how the deep-seeded issues in God’s chosen family lead to dire consequences and struggle. In doing so we see the dangers of conflict and are encouraged to see how faith overwhelms our …

Enduring the Famines – Genesis 26:1-11

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues to lead us through our current series, “Passing the Torch.” We will often be met with roadblocks and challenges to our faith in Jesus. Sometimes the conflict is with the world around us and other times it results from the fear within our own hearts. In Genesis 26:1-11, God reminds us that He is in control and …

Finding True Treasure – Genesis 25:27-34

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches week 2 of our current series in the book of Genesis called, “Passing the Torch.” Our lives are all lived in pursuit of treasure. Some pursue the treasure of financial prosperity, others the treasure of fame, others the treasure of peace and fulfillment. The question is, how do we identify treasures that are worth the energy …

Defining True Faith – Genesis 25:19-26

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg begins our brand new series, “Passing the Torch.” We read many of God’s promises in Scripture. It is comforting and encouraging to know that our God never fails to deliver. But what is the condition for His continued blessings? It is faith. So, what does it look like to live a life defined by faith that clings …

Ready, Set, Go! – Matthew 9:35-38

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg helps set our vision for the coming year. As we begin a new year we should always be looking to what God has in store for us and how we can fulfill His calling in 2023. But before we set out on the mission, we must have a clear vision for where we are headed. Matthew 9:35-38 …

Just Another Day? – Psalm 118:24

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Pastor Ron Eckberg brings a special New Year’s Day message from Psalm 118:24. Together we discuss the importance of grateful hearts and praising lips when we think on the incredible blessings God has given us as we look to the year ahead.

Christmas Incarnation – Genesis 1:1-3

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg concludes our Advent series, “Let There Be Light”. For most of us, as we think of Christmas our first thought is of a child in a manger. This is good, fitting, and true… unless our thoughts stop there. Jesus came not only to be born as a human baby. He came to show us so much more. …

Christmas Presence – Genesis 1:2b

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches the third message in our Christmas series, “Let There Be Light”. There is a great joy in receiving and giving presents during the Christmas season. This is a great reminder of the gift of eternal life given to us by the child whose birth we celebrate. But do we think about the significance of God’s presence …