What happens when we have significant failure in our life? Can we still move forward as people of faith? This weekend at Eastbrook Church I explored these questions as we looked at two 'epic fail' moments in Abraham's life. This was the second part of our "Faith Life" series, which is a journey around themes of faith from the life of …
Moving Out of Failure (Study Questions)
Here are the discussion questions that accompany my message from this past weekend "Moving Out of Failure" on John 21 at Eastbrook Church. Discussion Questions The last chapter in the Gospel of John is a uniquely personal interchange between Peter and Jesus. Take some time to familiarize yourself with Peter as he appears in John’s …
Beautiful Things by Gungor
As a reflection on my message, "Moving Out of Failure," this last weekend at Eastbrook Church, I wanted to share a song that someone passed along to me that reflects the themes of my message. It is called "Beautiful Things" by the band Gungor. While I couldn't find a full-band version of the song, here …
Moving Out of Failure
This weekend at Eastbrook we concluded our series entitled “Moving Out!” by looking at "Moving Out of Failure" from John 21. You can listen to my message online at the Eastbrook web-site here. You can also subscribe to the Eastbrook podcast here or follow Eastbrook Church on Twitter. My message outline follows. Setting the Stage …
Needing Limits (Palmer, Let Your Life Speak 3)
Later in Let Your Life Speak, Parker Palmer addresses our own need for limits and the temptation toward burn-out for those who really care about their work. If you are like me and don't readily admit your limits, embarrassment may be the only way to get your attention. I go on full alert only when …
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