Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues our series, “Hold the Line,” by teaching from 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5. We’ve heard Paul describe the blessing of the believers’ place in God’s family (2:13-16). In this week’s passage he goes on to share how this benefits the church as they face persecution. From this, we too see how we are strengthened and encouraged by engaging …
Beyond all Circumstances – 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg preaches the next message in our series, “Hold the Line” as we study through 1 Thessalonians. Last week Paul reminded the Thessalonians of how the power of God was at work in their lives through the message of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. This Sunday we’ll see how Paul goes on to explain that that very same …
Foundations of Ministry – 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12
Pastor Ron Eckberg continues with the next message in our series, “Hold the Line.” Following Christ means committing to a life of love and service to others. In 1 Thessalonians 2 Paul lays out three important characteristics necessary if we are to live such a life and impact the world around us. Join us Sunday as we explore these important …
The Gospel Shift – 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches the next message in our series, “Hold the Line” as we dive into the letter of 1 Thessalonians. The Thessalonians encountered a massive shift when they left the pluralistic religions of their culture for the beautiful truths of the Gospel. In 1 Thessalonians 1:2-10, Paul encourages the church by highlighting this shift and showing us how …
Grace and Peace to You – 1 Thessalonians 1:1
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg begins our new sermon series in the book of 1 Thessalonians called, “Hold the Line.” There are times in life when we know exactly what to do. There are so many other times when we feel like we have no idea what to do! How do we stand firm our faith when we feel unprepared for what …
Who Will Write Your Story? – James 4:13-17
Pastor Ron Eckberg concludes our mini-series on the blank page God has set before us. In his book, Epic, John Eldridge writes, “Life, you’ll notice, is a story.” As we have seen over the past two weeks this life we have been given is a blank page, a story waiting to be written. The question that must be answered is …
Making the Most of the Blank Page – Ephesians 5:15-21
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg finishes up our short series on dealing with the unknowns of our present situations by teaching from Ephesians 5:15-21. This week we discuss how to actually live in the midst of the doubts and questions that swirl around and engage in the opportunities God has given us through the blank page.
Embracing the Blank Page – Acts 9:1-22
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg walks through Acts 9:1-22 discussing the conversion of Saul. Although we have begun to build activities back into our daily routines, we all still sit before a blank page of what the coming days, weeks, months, and years will bring. But how do we make the most of that blank page? Acts 9 shows us how God …
The Forgetful Church
Listen in to a special message from Pastor Ron Eckberg on the call for the church in our present circumstances.
The Reward for a Life Well-lived – Genesis 25:1-11
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg concludes our study of the life of Abraham. None of us want to look back on our lives and be disappointed. So how do we set ourselves up to enjoy the rewards of a faithful life? As we come to the end of Abraham’s life, Genesis 25:1-11 shows us how he enjoys the results of his continual …