This past weekend we began a new series at Eastbrook Church entitled "Family Tree." This is the first week in the first part of our extended journey through the Gospel of Matthew. During Advent, we will focus on the genealogy of Jesus found in Matthew, chapters 1 and 2. This message looks at Jesus' connection …
A Pilgrim Prayer for Nomads
For he was looking forward to the city with foundations, whose architect and builder is God. (Hebrews 11:10) Abraham the nomad for God and His purposes is also Abraham the pilgrim. At one level, Abraham and Sarah's journey feels random and strange. They leave their homeland and their extended support network. They leave what is …
The Kingdom of God and the Kingdoms of This World
This past weekend at Eastbrook Church we continued our series, "The Kingdom of God" by exploring the ways in which our citizenship in the kingdom interfaces with our earthly citizenship. I proposed that we need to live by the power of the Holy Spirit as exiles in and for the world, concluding with five practices …
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What Does it Mean to Belong with God as Exiles on Earth?
I took you from the ends of the earth, from its farthest corners I called you. I said, ‘You are my servant’; I have chosen you and have not rejected you. So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you …
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July 4th: 4 Considerations for the Church
As we celebrate the independence of our nation, here are four thoughts that we would do well to consider as believers in the United States. Remember: When we come to July 4th, we remember. We remember our history as a nation; we remember sacrifices given over time; we remember who we are as Americans. The …
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Matthew Erickson 