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This past weekend at Eastbrook, we began a new preaching series during Lent entitled "The Tree and the Vine," drawing from Psalm 1 and John 15. In this first message of the series I explored Psalm 1:1-3, giving attention to what it means to be planted in the life of God. You can find the …
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Join us for worship with Eastbrook Church through Eastbrook at Home at 8, 9:30, and 11 AM. This weekend we begin our new sermon series during Lent, "The Tree and the Vine," from Psalm 1 and John 15. Here is a prayer for this Sunday, which is the first Sunday of Lent, from The Book …
This coming Sunday at Eastbrook Church we begin a new preaching series for Lent entitled "The Tree and the Vine." This series explores themes within Psalm 1 and John as a way to enter into the season of Lent. The Bible is filled with earthy imagery, particularly imagery rooted in plant life. Psalm 1 pictures …
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“Even now,” declares the Lord,“return to me with all your heart,with fasting and weeping and mourning.”Rend your heartand not your garments.Return to the Lord your God,for he is gracious and compassionate,slow to anger and abounding in love,and he relents from sending calamity. (Joel 2:12-13) Join us tonight, February 14, at 6:30 PM, in-person or via …
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When I conclude a sermon series, I usually share resources I utilized in my study and preparation for sermons. Here is the bibliography for our recent series, "Rebuild and Repair: Engaging the World with Nehemiah." Bibliography for “Rebuild and Repair: Engaging the World with Nehemiah” Robert Alter. The Hebrew Bible: A Translation with Commentary, Volume 3: …
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Matthew Erickson 