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Photo by Burak Bau015fgu00f6ze on Pexels.com One of the most striking things in the Bible is the few moments recorded in Scripture when Jesus weeps. Each time, Jesus weeps for different reasons, bringing us a different angle on the heart of God. Jesus Weeps at Lazarus’ Tomb (John 11:1-43) We may be familiar with the …
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Throughout our new series "The Final Word: Knowing Christ through Hebrews," I am writing prayers related to the text on which we are preaching each week. This prayer is drawn from Hebrews 6:13-20. The complete list of prayers inspired by Hebrews is included at the bottom of this post. You can also view my message …
Psalm 22 is one of the most, if not the most, quoted and alluded to psalm in the New Testament. Particularly, Psalm 22 is closely connected with Jesus’ work upon the Cross, especially His exclamation of the first words of the psalm in both Mark and Matthew: About three in the afternoon Jesus cried out …
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Join us for worship with Eastbrook Church through Eastbrook at Home as we celebrate communion and continue our series "The Final Word: Knowing Christ through Hebrews." This weekend Gabriel Douglas will preach from Hebrews 5:11-6:12. Follow along with the entire series here. Access the downloadable bulletin, sermon notes, and sermon discussion guide here. Don't miss …
Join us for worship with Eastbrook Church through Eastbrook at Home as we celebrate Pentecost Sunday and continue our series "The Final Word: Knowing Christ through Hebrews." This weekend I will preach from Hebrews 4:14-5:10 and what it means that Jesus is the great high priest. Follow along with the entire series here. Access the …
Matthew Erickson 