E100 #18: The Fruit of the Spirit – October 7, 2012

E100 #18: “The Fruit of the Spirit”Text: Galatians 5:16-26In light of the multiple directives in scripture to “produce fruit,” Pastor Jon looks at this familiar passage from Galatians.  Paul instructs us, not to keep score and a list of dos and don’ts, but to live by the Spirit and keep in step with the Spirit. …

E100 #17: Running on Fumes – September 30, 2012

E100 #17: “Running on Fumes”Text: Acts 9:1-19The story of Paul is exhausting!  We struggle to keep up with the passion and determination of this Apostle.  And yet, we recognize that Paul did not accomplish all of that by his own strength and ability, but because of a constant reliance upon the power and presence of…

E100 #16: Homecoming – Koinonia – September 23, 2012

E100 #16: “Homecoming – Koinonia”Text: Acts 2:42-47On this Homecoming Sunday and 45th Anniversary Celebration, Pastor Jon helps us to consider how the local church should be shaped in the Image of the Triune God.  Since the early church, communities of Christians have been defined by Koinonia – Communion by Intimate Participation.  We conclude our service…

E100 #15: You Are What You Eat – September 16, 2012

E100 #15: “You Are What You Eat”Text: Luke 22:7-34Our text today highlights the dichotomy between the Kingdom Narrative and the narratives of this world.  While the disciples are attracted to money, power and greatness; Jesus demonstrates a Kingdom built on poverty, brokenness and servanthood.  As we gather around the Table, we are formed and shaped…

E100 #14: Miracles 101: Ephphatha – September 9, 2012

E100 #14: “Miracles 101: Ephphatha”Text: Mark 7:32-37The miracles of Jesus are examples of God’s spiritual intervention in our lives. Although we may not hear or see what happened, we are still changed. Pastor Gloria highlights Gospel stories of individuals whose response to unexpected release demonstrated their belief about the Source of their miraculous provision.

E100 #13: Who Is My Neighbor? – September 2, 2012

E100 #13: “Who Is My Neighbor?” Text: Luke 10:25-37The Good Samaritan gives us a concrete example of how we ought to reflect the character and nature of God.  After looking at a couple of lessons from the parable itself, Pastor Jon takes a closer look at the context of the parable, suggesting that the Bible…

E100 #12: Stepping Down into Darkness – August 26, 2012

E100 #12: “Stepping Down into Darkness”Text: John 1:1-18By celebrating Christmas in August, we hope to get a fresh reading of the Christmas texts, hearing again what it meant for Jesus to empty Himself and step down into our darkness.  The Incarnation provides us with a model of how we ought to live, walking through dark…

E100 #11: Broken Cisterns – August 19, 2012

E100 #11: “Broken Cisterns”Text: Jeremiah 2:1-12; 31:31-34After providing an overview of Jeremiah’s life, Pastor Jon explores the words of Jeremiah, which reveal to us the character and nature of the heart of God.  God continues to remember His people, even though they have forgotten Him and traded the Glory of the Living God for gods…

E100 #10: Mindful of our Frame – August 5, 2012

E100 #10: “Mindful of our Frame”Text: Psalm 103Bonhoeffer reminds us that there is no forgiveness without repentance.  This morning a closer look at Psalm 103 reminds us that God is a god of both justice and mercy, and that confession is telling God the truth that He already knows.

E100 #9: When the Brook Dries Up – July 29, 2012

E100 #9: “When the Brook Dries Up”Text: I Kings 17:1-16Alluding to the business parable, “Who Moved My Cheese?” Pastor Jon takes a look at how we deal with change in our lives.  When everything seems to be going smootly, we find it easy to trust God. But when the brook dries up, we are tempted…