Most of us spend about one-third of our typical weekdays at work. The average work week is now roughly 47 hours, according to a recent survey. These statistics only address one aspect of our work. What about those who work at home, those who are unemployed, and the work we do that doesn't fit into …
Deep – Wide – Multiplied
This past weekend at Eastbrook Church we kicked-off our ministry year with a vision sermon entitled "Deep - Wide - Multiplied." This message aimed to focus us in for the year here at Eastbrook around three key movements of the good and happy life with God seen in Psalm 1. You can connect with us further at Eastbrook Church …
Sexuality and Marriage
My wife, Kelly, and I concluded the "Holy Sexuality" series this past weekend at Eastbrook Church by talking about sexuality and marriage. I was so glad to have Kelly join me for preparation and delivery of the message. She is such a gifted pastor and woman of God, and working together on this made the message so …
10 Things Jesus Didn’t Say to Zacchaeus
Last night I had the privilege of spending time with our Celebrate Recovery group here at Eastbrook. I am always encouraged whenever I see a group of people coming together to enter the pathway to healing and recovery with great vulnerability and persistence. This takes such great courage. I wove together some of my own …
Christopher Yuan: Out of a Far Country
This past weekend at Eastbrook Church we continued series "Holy Sexuality" with special guest Christopher Yuan with his parents, Angela and Leon Yuan, sharing their family testimony entitled "Out of a Far Country." This was a powerful reflection on the redeeming power of God in our lives through the Yuan's story. If you missed it, I highly recommend …
Matthew Erickson 