Pastor Jonathan Eckberg concludes Matthew 26 in our study of Matthew’s gospel account. After Jesus’ arrest, we walk into the early morning hours of Good Friday. There are two deeply disturbing events that feel heavier and heavier the deeper we examine them. And yet, as with most of life’s calamities, if our eyes are open, we can spot the glory …
The Weight of Response – Matthew 26:47-56
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches the next passage in our study of the Gospel of Matthew. We all encounter varying degrees of difficulty on a regular basis. So how do we manage the circumstances of life with joy and purpose? So often it comes down not to the details of the situation at hand, but our response to the situation. It’s a matter …
Praying in the Dark – Matthew 26:31-46
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues to lead us through the Gospel of Matthew in our current series, “Wood and Stone.” On the precipice of fulfilling His divine calling, Jesus leaves the last supper and steadies Himself for what the coming days would bring. As we study His final hours of freedom we are reminded of how our gracious Heavenly Father prepares …
The Feast of Redemption – Matthew 26:26-30
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg takes us through the next message in our study of the final chapters of the Gospel of Matthew, “Wood and Stone.” At the last meal of Jesus’ earthly ministry, a passover celebration, He lays out very clearly what the events of the next hours would change everything. This applied not just to His followers present at the …
Prepping for the Mission – Matthew 26:17-25
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg walks into the next passage of our final study of the Gospel of Matthew, “Wood and Stone.” Sometimes we find ourselves in situations we don’t feel equipped to handle. But when we walk by faith, we find that God always gives us what we need. As Matthew leads us through Jesus’ authoritative journey to the cross we …
Because Jesus is Lord – Matthew 26:1-16
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg launches us into our final series in the Gospel of Matthew with a study of Matthew 26:1-16. As we move to these final chapters of the gospel of Matthew, we see Jesus’ ministry accelerate into his intended purpose. Over the next few months we will read about his final steps in the journey to the cross and …
The Value of Focus – Luke 4:16-22
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg begins our new year with a special message from Luke 4:16-22 on the importance of being focused on our mission and how we go about remaining steadfast in our calling for the Kingdom of Heaven.
How?! – Lamentations 1
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg leads us into a new series called, “How?!” Over the next 5 weeks we’ll walk together through the book of Lamentations. We know God is in control of all things. But, sometimes, we look around and we struggle to feel it. How can we faithfully follow Jesus when we are struggling to see through the difficulty of …
The King is Coming! – Matthew 25:1-46
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg finishes our series in the current section of the gospel of Matthew with a message titled, “The King is Coming!” In Matthew 24 Jesus called on his followers to be wise about his return but to not be deceived by the evil that exists in the meantime. He concluded this lesson by telling us to be prepared. …
Three Question for Authentic Faith – Matthew 23:1-39
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches from Matthew 23 in our current series, “All Hail the King.” The more regular a task becomes, the easier it is to do it without thought or intention. As we live out our faith, we ought never to practice thoughtless religion. But how do we protect our minds and hearts? We find the answer in Jesus’ …



