The LORD reigns forever; he has established his throne for judgment. He rules the world in righteousness and judges the peoples with equity. The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a stronghold in times of trouble. Those who know your name trust in you, for you, LORD, have never forsaken those who seek you. …
Elizabeth in Shadows
In the midst of all the grand things God is doing at the beginning of the Gospel of Luke, there is something much smaller going on. In the midst of the story of God playing out in human history and the incense of the Temple in Jerusalem with Zechariah, there is a woman standing in shadows …
Untied Branches
The wind blows and weary trees, Heavy with long life and towering height, Untie their burdened branches. Leaves flutter and fall, Like tears trailing unknown griefs, And find final rest among earthy graves.
Promise (discussion questions)
Here are the discussion questions that accompany my message, "Promise," from this past weekend at Eastbrook Church. This is the first part of our series, "Beginnings." The text for this week is Luke 1:1-25. Discussion Questions: When did you experience a great moment of hope in your life? This week we begin a journey with the …
Promise
This weekend at Eastbrook Church we launched into our new extended journey into the Gospel of Luke, with the first series called "Beginnings." This series looks at the first two chapters of Luke's Gospel, and sets the stage for the public appearing of Jesus. This first message, "Promise," walks through the promise and life calling of John the …
Matthew Erickson 