Paul’s words in Philippians 2:12-13 capture my attention: Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed – not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence – continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in …
How is God Speaking to You? (week 39)
Every week in 2011, I am putting up this post in order to hear from you about how God is speaking to you as you read the Bible. Some others have joined me to read through the Bible in a year together in 2011 but you can respond to this whether you are doing that …
Living in the Holy Spirit (Study Questions)
Here are the discussion questions that accompany my message from this past weekend at Eastbrook Church entitled "Living in the Holy Spirit." Discussion Questions: How familiar are you with the topic of the Holy Spirit? Is the Holy Spirit a confusing or encouraging topic of study for you? Why or why not? Luke, the writer …
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Living in the Holy Spirit
This weekend at Eastbrook Church I continued our "Living Church" series with a message entitled "Living in the Holy Spirit." If we are going to be a church that is alive - a church living out our calling as the people of God - then we must come alive through the Holy Spirit. I referenced …
Installation Service
Last Saturday night was an amazing night for me as I was installed as the new Senior Pastor of Eastbrook Church. It was a powerful night of worship and prayer together as a community with many important mentors and friends joining with us. While there is so much I could say, I wanted to simply …
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