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The LORD is gracious and mercifullong-suffering, and of great kindness.The LORD is loving to everyone,and his mercy is over all his works."(Psalm 145:8-9, Coverdale) I bow down, O LORD, before Youthat You might raise me up again into this day.I bow down my desires and my goals,my dreams and my pursuits.I bow down my fears …
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As we start into our new series, "The Tree and the Vine," drawn from Psalm 1 and John 15, I wanted to share some thoughts I've share in other places about the value of the psalms for spiritual growth. When people ask me about a good place to start reading the Bible I often refer …
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The Lord is gracious and compassionate,slow to anger and rich in love.The Lord is good to all;he has compassion on all he has made. (Psalm 145:8-9) In the stillness, I come to a place of quiet before You, my God. May the wonders of Your presence meet me this morning, Lord. My eyes are on …
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Here is my latest video update for Eastbrook Church as we navigate the time of COVID-19. I will continue to re-post these weekly video updates here at my blog for those who have not seen it or who are not part of our church but could use the encouragement. You can watch it here or …
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Yesterday Eastbrook Church gathered to celebrate God's goodness over 40 years with an outdoor worship service and picnic. It was an amazing time with folks across all four of our regular worship services gathering together as one, worshiping the Lord and celebrating with one another. I brought a message from Psalm 145:3-8, which reads: 3 …
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Matthew Erickson 