Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches the next session of our series through the book of Galatians, “The Real Thing.” Rarely do people say, “They’re such a great person! They’re really getting what they deserve!” To “get what one deserves” is usually a negative concept. This is the case with the Law as well. Last week we saw that the Law brings …
A Curse and a Blessing (Part 1) – Galatians 3:1-9
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues our current series through the book of Galatians in 3:1-9. In the Christian life, we are often distracted by what we think we need to do. How we must live in order to be loved, in order to be accepted, in order to be saved. Even if we know better, it is all too easy to …
The Power in Resurrection – Galatians 2:11-21
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches from Galatians 2 as we continue our series, “The Real Thing.” Sometimes what we know and how we are are worlds apart. Shouldn’t it be easier to turn our right knowledge into right action? In Galatians 2:11-21 Paul confronts Peter for letting his actions run contrary to what he knows. In doing so, he shows us …
The Power in the Gospel – Galatians 2:1-10
Pastor Ron Eckberg continues our study through Galatians by teaching from Galatians 2:1-10. We live in confusing times and nowhere is that confusion more prevalent and tragic than in the church. As more churches turn from the truth of the Gospel, more believers find themselves asking Pilate’s question; “What is Truth?” The answer is simple: the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
The Power in Calling – Galatians 1:11-24
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches from Galatians 1:11-24 as we discuss the nature and significance of God’s calling in our lives. “Calling” is a word that often gets overused and under-appreciated. We all have a calling, but true calling is found only in the purposes that are embedded in our souls by our creator. We find our calling when we let …
The Real Thing – Galatians 1:1-10
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg kicks-off our new study through the book of Galatians by helping us distinguish the real thing from cheap imitations. We all juggle many responsibilities. From family, to work, to friends, to church and our community – it’s easy to be overwhelmed and stressed out. Most of us would love to simplify our life, but how do we …
Thriving in the Courts of the Lord – Psalm 92:12-14
Pastor Ron Eckberg preaches a special message on growing in wisdom and setting an example for those who follow after you. News Flash: There is no such thing as a perfect church. You have probably already figured that out. And so, it is amazing that God would place such incredible responsibility in our deeply flawed hands. But since He has, …
What Keeps us from Prayer?
Pastor Jonathan teaches the final week of our Back to School series on prayer. It’s great to have knowledge of a subject. It’s even better to put that knowledge into action. But there will always be obstacles that prevent us from completing our mission. Prayer is no different. This week we discuss four common categories of barriers that keep us …
How Should we Pray? – Matthew 6:9-13
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg leads us through the second week of our Back to School series on prayer, “All Call.” It’s much easier to know information than it is to put that information into action. Why? Because information is easily attained, but change takes planning and effort and it requires hard work. Last week we discussed what prayer is. This week …
What is Prayer? – Nehemiah 1:4-5
Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches the first week of our three-week Back-to-School series on prayer. If asked, “What is prayer?”, most of us would respond something to the effect of, “It’s talking to God.” That is true. But is that all it is? I talk to lots of people every day. Is prayer just another in a line of conversations? This …