Dusty, the longing rises from the ground, a small leafy sprout breaking from the stump. Where the green is, eyes look in wonder, as hope grows from sprout to sapling. The earth, scorched with anger and loss, ignores at first, but cannot fail to notice, amidst the ashen landscape, as first leaves and buds begin …
A Prayer for Christmas Day
Almighty God, who hast given us thy only-begotten Son to take our nature upon him, and as at this time to be born of a pure virgin; Grant that we being regenerate, and made thy children by adoption and grace, may daily be renewed by thy Holy Spirit; through the same our Lord Jesus Christ, …
Christmas Eve 2019 Eastbrook
We live in a weary, broken world—but not without hope! This Christmas Eve we invite you into the celebration of hope that is found for everyone in Jesus. “And His Name will be the hope of all the world.” (Matthew 12:21) Join us for worship services on Christmas Eve at Eastbrook Church for a …
Bathing the Christ Child and The Presentation in the Temple
Light of the World [Christmas Eve 2018]
At our Christmas Eve services at Eastbrook Church, we focused on Jesus as the light of the world. You can watch my message from the Christmas Eve service here. This begins a new series, "The Name Above All Names," for us at Eastbrook on the titles of Jesus. I'm also including the text of that …
Matthew Erickson 