One of the most striking aspects of the writing and teaching of Dallas Willard is his ability to open up with fresh perspective what it means to be a disciple of Jesus. One of Willard's most powerful contributions to disciple is found in his explanation of Jesus' well-known invitation: Come to me, all you who …
What is the Way to Real Life?: renunciation and realization with Jesus Christ
I call on you, my God, for you will answer me;turn your ear to me and hear my prayer.Show me the wonders of your great love,you who save by your right handthose who take refuge in you from their foes. (Psalm 17:6-7)Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy of me; …
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Hearing the Stunning Invitation of Jesus
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” (Matthew 11:28-30) Here we …
The Messiah’s Challenge and Invitation
Some of the most meaningful words to me personally in the Gospel of Matthew are these: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your …
Eastbrook at Home – July 4, 2021
Join us for worship with Eastbrook Church through Eastbrook at Home at 8, 9:30, and 11 AM. We also continue our preaching series, "The Messiah's Mission," as I preach from Matthew 11:20-30 on the challenge of Jesus for people to truly repent and the invitation of Jesus for people to find rest by learning from …
Matthew Erickson 