Ebenezer UB Church

 Job 22:26+27For then you will delight yourself in the Almighty    and lift up your face to God.You will make your prayer to him, and he will hear you,    and you will pay your vows.The team sits down with Heather Hallam, Program Director at Rhodes Grove Camp and Conference Center to talk about Family Camp, Summer Camp Programs, the 24/7 Disciple/Leadership Program and much more! Visit rhodesgrove.com for more information! Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

On today's episode, we have an in depth conversation with our Elder Alan Reed. Alan leads the Ebenezer UB Church Tuesday Morning Bible study. In the new year Alan will be taking the group through 1 & 2 Timothy and this conversation is all about what we have to look forward to. Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

The conversation continues on our renewed mission statement; the Helping S.T.O.N.E. Today we talk about New LifeFind us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

John 14:15This episode continues the discussion of EUB renewed mission statement, talking about obedience! Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

2 Timothy 3:14-17In this episode, Pastor Chip and Josh continue the conversation on EUB's renewed mission statement: talking about Teaching! Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Philippians 3:12-14Pastor Chip and Pastor Josh tackle some good questions from the stack!Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Luke 22:22-30In this episode, Pastor Chip and Pastor Josh expand the sermons and conversation we are having at Ebenezer UB Church currently; our renewed mission statement, The Helping S.T.O.N.E. Today the pastors talk about the first word; Service! Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

1 Peter 1:3-11This episode continues the conversation on our work in faith. Not that we work for faith or that works save us, but that in our faith in Jesus we have work to do! Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Proverbs 26:4-5, " Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest you be like him yourself. Answer a fool according to his folly,  lest he be wise in his own eyes. On this episode of the the fellas are joined by Rachel Hostler, a member of Ebenezer UB Church, and the author of today's question. The team tackles the question of why does God allow evil to happen, from the perspective of answering questions and apologetics. Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

James 2:14-  What good is it, my brothers, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can that faith save him? Today's episode tackles a really big question, Is faith a work? Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Acts 2:37-38- Now when they heard this they were cut to the heart, and said to Peter and the rest of the apostles, "Brothers, what shall we do?" And Peter said to them, "Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit..."Today's episode tackles a question on Baptism. Do you have to be baptized to go to heaven? Pastor Chip and Josh wrestle with what the Scriptures say as a whole, denominational believes on mode and method, and what the early church deemed necessary. Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Matthew 10:34-39 - Jesus said "Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace but a sword. For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother...whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it."Today's episode is a part 2 of episode 1. Pastors Chip and Josh explore how progressiveism and social justice movement is trying to Hijack Christianity. This is answering an overflow question from our You Asked For It series at Ebenezer UB Church. Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

1 Timothy 4:11&12- Command and teach these things. Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, in purity. On this episode, Pastor Chip and Josh, who are old(er) guys interview Kaiden Ankerbrand, who is a younger guy!Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

1 Timothy 4:1-5, "Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons...". On today's episode Pastor(s) Josh and Chip tackle a "You Asked For It" question; How do we discern Christian authors, influencers, etc. are biblically sound? The Pastors discuss some general things to look for and the utmost importance of reading and studying God's Word! Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Psalm 34:8 says Taste and see that the LORD is good! Both tasting and seeing of the LORD's goodness is the knowledge needed when seeking after the LORD. That is the discussion on today's episode! Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Peter tells us to add to our Faith (first) Goodness! How can we do that? Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

When we talk about Faith and try to define it, we often do it in philosophical terms which is really counter productive. In his book, "The Pursuit of God" A.W. Tozer says that Faith is not a philosophical thing, but a thing of action. The Bible tells us that Faith is a gift from God as He is calling us from death in sin to life in Jesus and that Faith prompts us to believe in Him.Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

On today's episode, we talk about what it means to supplement, add, or outfit your faith with the list Peter gives! Why is it important? Peter tells us in verse 8, if we outfit our faith, it keeps us from becoming unproductive or unfruitful in our walk with Jesus. 2 Peter 1:3-8Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Because God makes us participants in the Divine Nature, we are to make every effort to add to our Faith! In this episode, we discuss what Peter meant by "make every effort!" Colossians 3:1-11 and 2 Peter 1:5Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

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Make Every Effort is a mid-week devotional podcast from Ebenezer UB Church! On this episode we begin to discuss 2 Peter 1:3-11, a verse we used to end our Sunday morning service. Today we explore what verses 3&4 mean when it says we can participate in the Divine Nature! Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Jesus's encounter with the Samaritan woman at Jacob's well demonstrates God's love and redefines true worship. Breaking social barriers, Jesus engaged with someone Jewish society deemed unworthy on multiply levels, revealing that salvation is available to all. He introduced the concept of worshipping in spirit and truth, moving beyond physical locations and rituals to heart transformation and worshipping according to the truth of God's Word. This powerful interaction teaches us about authentic worship, avoiding false religious practices, and sharing God's love with others regardless of their background.Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

The profound conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus, a wealthy Pharisee and member of the Jewish Ruling Council, illuminates the concept of spiritual rebirth. Despite his prestigious position, Nicodemus sought Jesus under the cover of night, acknowledging Him as a teacher from God. Jesus revealed that entering God's kingdom requires a dual birth - of water and spirit - representing a complete transformation of one's life.This spiritual rebirth is universally accessible, from religious leaders like Nicodemus to society's outcasts. The transformation involves interrupting comfortable routines, challenging existing beliefs, and drawing closer to God. Through faith in God's promises, anyone can experience this profound spiritual renewal, leading to a transformed life marked by deeper relationship with God and a different way of living.Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

The Pool of Bethesda narrative reveals a profound lesson about authentic faith versus misplaced trust. A man who had suffered for 38 years waited daily by the pool, believing its stirred waters could heal him. When Jesus approached him with the question Do you want to get well?, the man's response revealed his reliance on the pool rather than divine healing power. Through a simple command, Jesus healed the man instantly, demonstrating His divine authority. This miracle, performed on the Sabbath, sparked controversy with religious leaders who prioritized their interpretation of religious laws over celebrating God's work. Jesus proceeded to make three remarkable claims about His equality with God - in nature, power, and authority. He supported these claims with four witnesses: John the Baptist, His miraculous works, the Father's testimony, and the Scriptures. The stark contrast between the healed man's newfound faith and the religious leaders' stubborn unbelief serves as a powerful reminder to examine our own hearts and identify what might be preventing us from fully surrendering to God's authority in our lives.Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

In the small village of Cana, during a week-long wedding celebration, Jesus performed His first recorded miracle by transforming water into wine. This event occurred when the hosts faced the culturally shameful situation of running out of wine. When Mary brought this need to Jesus, their interaction marked a pivotal moment where Jesus began to step fully into His divine mission under His heavenly Father's authority.The location and nature of this miracle carry deep significance. Rather than choosing a prominent religious center, Jesus performed this miracle in an insignificant village. He worked quietly, known only to the servants and disciples, yet provided abundantly with approximately 180 gallons of wine. The six stone water jars used in the miracle symbolically represented the imperfection of the old law, which Jesus came to fulfill. This event demonstrates God's concern for both major and minor needs, His tendency to provide superabundantly, and His willingness to work in unexpected ways.Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

The opening of John's Gospel presents Jesus as 'the Word' (Logos), a term rich in meaning for both Jewish and Greek audiences of the first century. For the Jewish audience, this connected to their understanding of divine speech's power and the creative force of God's words. The Greek audience would have recognized Logos as the rational principle governing the universe and the divine mind behind all reality. This dual meaning made it a perfect term to bridge cultural gaps in understanding Jesus's nature and purpose. The declaration that the Word became flesh reveals Jesus's full humanity while maintaining His divine nature. He experienced all human emotions and struggles, living among people and truly understanding the human experience. This incarnation demonstrates God's desire to connect intimately with humanity. Jesus came full of both grace and truth, showing perfect balance between forgiveness and righteous standards. This balance challenges believers to live transformed lives, embracing both divine mercy and the call to holy living. As children of light, followers are called to reflect this same harmony of grace and truth in their daily lives, neither compromising standards nor withholding forgiveness.Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

The Gospel of John stands apart from other gospels with its focused purpose of demonstrating Jesus' divine nature and eternal existence. Written around 100 AD, it strategically covers just 20-25 days of Jesus' life while providing powerful evidence of His identity as the Son of God. Unlike the other gospels written for specific audiences, John's account emphasizes a universal message through a three-part pattern: evidence, faith, and life. The evidence comes through witnesses, testimonies, and signs pointing to Jesus' divine nature. This leads to faith - a deep conviction based on truth rather than blind belief. The ultimate outcome is life - both eternal and abundant present living. The story of Nathanael perfectly illustrates this pattern when Jesus demonstrated supernatural knowledge, leading to Nathanael's confession of faith and promise of greater experiences to come. This journey invites personal reflection on evidence that convinces, faith that transforms, and life that flourishes in relationship with Christ.Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Philippians 3:1-16"Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: forgetting what is behind and straining towards what is ahead, I press on towards the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenwards in Christ Jesus." In Sunday's sermon we discuss how Paul urges the church to strive for a deeper relationship with Christ, maintaining a healthy dissatisfaction with their spiritual state (v12), devotion to Him (v13), clear direction (v12-14), and determination to press forward in their faith journey (v15-16).Find us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Philippians 2:1-18In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus (2:5)In part 2 of our study through the book of Philippians we explore how Paul tells us to have the mindset of Christ in our relationships with other; in our church and outside our church. We discuss the important of taking on the mindset of a servant, just as Christ Jesus did and how if we do so we will shine like stars in our warped and crooked generation! For more information on Ebenezer Church visit: welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurchFind us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch

Philippians 1:1-11I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.In our kickoff to our study in Philippians we look at the first days of the church in Philippi in Acts 16. Paul's remembrance is both thankful and joyful because He knows that God began a good work in this church and He will see it to completion. And the same is true for us and Ebenezer Church.For more information on Ebenezer Church visit: welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurchFind us on the web at welcometoebenezer.comhttps://www.facebook.com/EUBChurchhttps://www.youtube.com/@EUBChurch