The Danger of Familiarity – Matthew 13:53-58

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg launches our new series, “The Spark,” as we jump back into our study through the Gospel of Matthew. We all like to be comfortable. But what happens when our comfort in what we think, like, or do becomes the ultimate standard by which we measure our lives? And how do we prepare to respond when Jesus calls …

Picking Sides – Matthew 13:44-53

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg concludes our study through Matthew 11-13 with a final message titled, “Picking Sides.” Over the past several weeks, we have heard Jesus establishing a choice of how every person will respond to Him. As we close out this section of the gospel of Matthew we find Jesus addressing His disciples and showing them the value of choosing …

Seeing Things Upside Down – Matthew 13:24-43

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches the next passage in our study through the Gospel of Matthew. When we look at the world around us, it can be difficult to see beyond the darkness and confusion. But it often takes only a slight shift in perspective to see this lifeĀ flipped on it’s head, bringing us back into alignment with God’s good and …

Life and Death in the Garden – Matthew 13:1-23

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Pastor Jonathan Eckberg leads us into Matthew 13 in the middle of our series, “Polar Exploration”. In Matthew 11-12, Jesus has shown us varying responses to His identity as our Savior. By doing so, we are reminded that we all must respond to the call of the gospel. Why is our response so important? Jesus tells us in Matthew 13:1-23.