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Pastor Nathan continues our current series by exploring the first half of Proverbs 8, where wisdom is vividly personified as a woman calling out to all of humankind from the city gates.He emphasizes that pursuing wisdom is a relational lifestyle grounded in a connection with God, rather than a rigid formula or a simple mental achievement.  Jesus is the ultimate wisdom of God, and true discernment requires turning our hearts and affections toward Him. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Continuing in the sermon series "Ears to Hear,"  Pastor Nathan explores the striking imagery of Psalm 29. He challenges us to move beyond a downsized and domesticated view of God, who only offers compassion without conviction.  Nathan emphasizes that truly hearing God requires a "posture of openness" to however He chooses to show up, even when His voice sounds like thunder and shakes the conceptual boxes we place Him in.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan preaches from the Narrative of the road to Emmaus. Touching on the stunning reality that even if we walk with Jesus we can still not know who he is.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Continuing in our current series,  Rob Surratt addresses the human tendency to forget divine instructions and return to old, comfortable behaviors despite past growth. Drawing from Deuteronomy 11, he emphasizes the biblical command to physically and mentally bind God's words to one's life as a constant reminder of faith. Encouraging us to take a good, long look at the difference between hearing and listening.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Continuing our series "Ears to Hear", Kendra Yoder makes her preaching debut with the powerful narrative of Mary and Martha found in Luke 10. Kendra contrasts the difference between the two sisters approach to Jesus. While Martha is consumed by the burden of hospitality and the desire to prove her worth through labor, Mary chooses the "one thing needed" by listening to Jesus, despite the social risks involved. Jesus does not demand extravagant service or the fulfillment of rigid cultural expectations; instead, he offers a rhythm of grace that prioritizes relationship over earning merit.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Derrick Collins continues our series with a message taken from Romans 12. Drawing from the Apostle Paul's messages from both Philemon and Romans, Derrick encourages us to each take a look at how God can speak to us individually. We each have a gift to share with the body and each have the ability to hear from God.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Elder Paul continues our series "Ears to Hear" with a raw and applicable message from the book of John. A truthful and vulnerable exploration of the intricacies of "hearing" from God. Using references from film and real life Paul walks with us through the struggle of what God sounds like and how He is choosing to speak.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan continues our new series "Ears to Hear" drawing from the book of Revelation, specifically the letter to the church in Ephesus.Religious communities often slide into self-preservation and consumerism, prioritizing institutional structures and familiar rituals over a genuine, selfless connection to Christ. Pastor Nathan invites us to a three-fold exhortation to remember, repent, and repeat, urging believers to shift their security from "church things" to a secure attachment with God.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Following Jesus today is fundamentally about hearing and responding to God’s voice.  Unfortunately, churches often fail to disciple people in ways that equip them to discern God’s voice, resulting in an unhealthy level of dependency on leaders and institutions, or the conflation of discernment with personal preference.  So what does it mean to be able to identify God’s voice?  How do we become spiritually sensitive to God’s leading amidst the white noise of our lives, our own agendas, or the various things competing for our attention and devotion?  What does it mean to discern God’s leading both personally and communally?  Pastor Nathan starts of our new series "Ears to Hear" with the narrative of Eli and Samuel from the Old Testament. A powerful message on the characteristics of hearing from God. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Elder Paul Granger, brings our "Do the Bible" series to a close with a powerful exhortation. We typically seek clear structures and guaranteed outcomes for God's assignments—an "if/then" formula—which leads to disappointment if our metrics for success aren't achieved.Paul asserts that doing the Bible is not about fixing this fading world or securing desired results; our true motivation must be the glory of God. Jesus’ command is simple: Love each other. If we do the Bible, then God will be glorified. We are incapable of doing this alone, so we must rely on the Spirit to move, choosing to walk forward together, knowing that having the privilege to do the Bible is reward enough.A fitting conclusion to a powerful series. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan continues our  "Do the Bible" series,  focusing on Sabbath, which requires the art and discipline of slowing down. Preaching from Luke 10, Nathan highlights the difference between Martha (who is distracted by all the preparations) and Mary (who prioritized being present over being productive.)Sabbath is a sanctuary in time and can not be narrowed down to just rest or self-care, but requires intentionality. The Sabbath is an ongoing invitation to freedom, allowing us to rest from the relentless desire to control our lives. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Elder Emily Thrush continues our "Do the Bible" series, encouraging us to live our faith out loud, in public, on purpose. She walks us through deep Christian community as outlined in Romans 12. Love must be sincere which means that we don't just pretend to love others, but really love them.  This is inevitably going to get messy, but we have the safety net of the Gospel to help us grow together.  We belong to a body where  each member belongs to all the other, we are not the same without one another. Unity is not optional. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Sherika Chew invites us to ask the question; "Are you prepared to give an answer for the hope that you have? She challenges us to evaluate how well we are telling the story of God's faithfulness outside the church walls. We are called to live the "radical, upside-down kingdom" life "out loud", refusing to blend in.This is a beautiful and timely addition to our "Do the Bible" sermon series.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Derrick Collins returns to the pulpit to share a message from the entire letter to Philemon. The epistle, though brief, carries an "explosive" historical and theological weight, as it addresses reconciliation across significant cultural and class barriers, specifically between a slave owner named Philemon and his runaway slave, Onesimus. The text highlights Paul's appeal to Philemon to welcome Onesimus back not as property but as a "dear brother," an act considered revolutionary in the ancient world as well as now.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Oldson Duclos joins the roster of preachers as we continue our "Do the Bible" series. Drawing inspiration from Psalm 98, Oldson highlights how we often live as if fear or success is on the throne, in stead of King Jesus. Singing is a crucial, God-given resource—a spiritual honing device—to anchor us in the reality of God's control, reminding us to hope and persevere.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Abigail George continues our series, delivering a powerful message about worship, drawn from Jesus's words in John 4. True worship must be empowered by the Holy Spirit and grounded in Christ, the Truth. This message challenges us to examine ourselves, noting that many worship using their own spirit and truth, leading to idolatry of various forms. Abigail explores "unpopular elements" of true worship, including sacrifice, suffering, and obedience, urging us to worship through and despite our circumstances.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

In the fifth sermon in our "Do the Bible" series, Pastor Nathan continues to explore the radical attributes of the early church and how we can apply them in 2025. This week, we focus on the practice of sharing resources, examining Jesus's teachings  found in Luke 18, on wealth and possessions. Nathan contrasts the stories of the rich young ruler and Zacchaeus revealing a fundamental choice: will we serve God or our possessions? The sermon challenges capitalistic values that can "masquerade as Christian virtues," urging a shift from mere ownership to authentic stewardship, rooted in the conviction that our possessions are "not actually ours to own or to hoardWatch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Drawing insights from the story of Ruth and Naomi, Pastor Nathan continues our series "Do the Bible"; exploring the profound meaning of biblical fellowship. Nathan asks what it would look like to move beyond simply sharing space to being deeply knit together as spiritual family.This ancient narrative provides a powerful contrast to today's prevalent loneliness epidemic, where superficial connections often replace genuine, lasting relationships. Biblical fellowship is costly, demanding of our time, attention, and resources. It requires inclusivity and a willingness to remove barriers that can hinder deeper connections within the church and neighborhood.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan delivers a sermon that focuses on Matthew 7:21-29, and the distinction Jesus makes between those who build their house on sand and those who build their house on a rock.  In this parable Jesus illustrates what is at stake in the decision to obey or disobey his teachings.  Pastor Nathan emphasizes the importance of grounding our faith in a true revelation of who Jesus is and recognizing the dangers of reducing faithfulness to a formula.  By embracing the relationship between discipleship and dependence, we become able to withstand the storms of life.*Editors Note: Unfortunately, we were not able to capture the best audio quality for this sermon. We did our best to clean up the signal, but there may still be some areas of the sermon that are hard to understand. Thank you for your patience.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

In the next installment of our new series, Paul Granger unpacks Acts 2:42-47, challenging us to deeply consider the question: "Who is 'all' to us?".Paul highlights that while churches often say "all are welcome," human nature frequently makes it difficult to truly live this out, causing us to accommodate those most like us and overlook or neglect those who are different.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan preaches the initial sermon of the sermon series, “Do the Bible,” a phrase inspired by James 1:19-27.  This sermon looks at the Apostle James’ encouragement for believers to be doers of the word, instead of hearers only.  In a country in which the business of operating institutional churches can replace an emphasis on embodying the church in our daily lives, this sermon is a reminder that true discipleship is about how we follow Jesus tangibly and care for the most marginalized.  The sermon then turns to how our ability to care for others can be rooted in our willingness to allow God to care for us. *Editors Note: Unfortunately, we were not able to capture the best audio quality for this sermon. We did our best to clean up the signal, but there may still be some areas of the sermon that are hard to understand. Thank you for your patience.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan wraps up our current sermon series with a reflection on the Parable of the Wedding Feast found in Matthew 22.  Jesus paints a picture of how inclusive his kingdom truly is as he invites everyone far and wide to the table. Nathan challenges us to see the dynamics of God's kingdom being starkly different than our modern notion of meritocracy. "The American myth of meritocracy is the exact opposite of God's economy of grace."Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan starts to land our current sermon series with this next to last installment. He covers the story of the Prodigal son, found in Luke and explores the multifaceted parable in depth. In the end he challenges us to meditate on what it truly means to be a child of the King. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan continues our current sermon series, with the age old question of Kingship. In our modern era the term "King" may feel ancient and outdated, yet when we look around we can see that this is still relevant to us in the American context. Nathan walks us through the passage in 1 Samuel, where the people ask for a king and the Prophet warns them of what that will ultimately entail. God, in the story, allows the people to get what they want. This sermon searches the complexities of this issue and ultimately points us back to the ultimate King, Jesus.  Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Rob Surratt brings a powerful message out of John 8, centered around Jesus responding to the pharisees regarding sonship.  Rob make a clear and compelling  contrast between earthly fatherhood and God, the heavenly father, urging us to examine the questions of "Who is your Father?"Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Derrick Collins returns to preach a message from the book of Revelation. The message that God has won and reigns now and forever, our calling is to live into that reality. A powerful word that reveals to us the biblical principle of ownership, submission and grace. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Elder Paul Granger brings a timely and challenging word from the book of Philippians. He unpacks the invitation to Kingdom Commitment, exploring why it often makes no sense, presents significant unknowns, and requires us to step beyond our human limitations.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan continues our Kingdom Come series with the parable of the Mustard seed, found in Matthew 17. He couples this with the story of Peter walking on water, each account giving a unique angle on how Jesus views faith.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

The Gospel has always been counter cultural, transformative and threatening to the status quo. Pastor Nathan encourages us to submit to God's Kingdom  during this Easter season and not the empires of our time.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Co-Lead Pastor Don Coleman walks us through a simple yet profound look at the Lord's Prayer and it's connection to God's Kingdom. He shows us how God has remained the same throughout history and it is our job as the "Ekklesia" is to get to know the Jesus of the Bible.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Elder Sherika Chew, walks with us through the parable of the Sower. A powerful message about the soil of the heart and the realization that the message of the gospel will not be received by everyone who hears. Sherika brings an honest and unique perspective to this familiar passage, where the listener can see that she has wrestled deeply with the words of Jesus.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Derrick Collins preaches on the parable of the weeds from Matthew 13. The parable illustrates how a farmer sows good seed, but an enemy introduces weeds among the wheat. Derreck reflects on the nature of God's Kingdom, contrasting it with worldly power and emphasizing spiritual transformation. The message encourages believers to recognize the enemy's schemes without fear, highlighting that the world has already been changed through Christ's sacrifice.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Abigail George continues our series Kingdom Come with the parable of the Vineyard. She shows us the uniqueness of Christian citizenship and pushes us to really grapple with the words of Jesus. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook 

Pastor Nathan reflects on the passages from Matthew 18 and 19 where Jesus emphasizes the importance of humility and childlike faith in the kingdom of heaven. He teaches that greatness in the kingdom comes from taking a lowly position, as exemplified by children. The message highlights the need to welcome children and the marginalized, reflecting God's love and acceptance.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Pastor Nathan reflects on the mustard seed and yeast parables found in the book of Matthew. These stories beautifully illustrate how small beginnings can yield great results, highlighting the importance of patience and active waiting needed for God's kingdom. Nathan encourages us to seek God's direction communally and prayerfully, recognizing that the kingdom's manifestation requires time and sensitivity to the Spirit's work.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Rob Surratt walks us through the parable of the hidden treasures, found in Matthew 13. He contrasts the biblical definitions of God's kingdom in the Old and New Testaments, highlighting the need for a deeper understanding of God's nature .  Rob discusses parables used by Jesus to convey deeper truths, suggesting that true treasures are often found in ordinary places. He reflects on the transformative power of Jesus' love, urging us to recognize their worth and the call to serve others.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Pastor Nathan addresses the metaphors of salt and light found in the gospel of Matthew. He takes time to highlight the fundamental properties of both elements, and how we might apply this to our modern spiritual context. He also opens up the mic for the congregation to share examples they have seen in their own life.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Pastor Nathan continues our sermon series by showing us what a citizen of God's kingdom looks like, according to the Beatitudes. He shines a spotlight on how the world views a "hashtag-blessed" life  and contrasts that with the teachings of Jesus. Unsurprisingly, the values are drastically different.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Pastor Nathan discusses the early ministry of Jesus as depicted in Matthew chapters 9 &10. Nathan shows us the importance of living in light of the new reality of God's kingdom, highlighting Jesus' compassion for the crowds and his commissioning of the twelve disciples to spread the good news and heal the sick. The prerequisite of being used by God is not our holiness, but our willingness.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Pastor Nathan kicks off our new sermon series, Kingdom Come, with the story of Jesus calling the first disciples. In this sermon, Nathan sketches out the new reality that God's Kingdom ushers in. A Kingdom that causes people to drop everything to follow its King. Join us as we seek to understand the type of kingdom that God called the first disciples into and how that applies to us in our modern context.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

We wrap up our Repairers of the Breach sermon series with a panel discussion with 3 members of our congregation. Diamond Walton, Elena Aronson and Denzel Mitchell share their experiences and insights, stressing the necessity of humility in conversations about race and the value of diverse perspectives. The panel was hosted by Abigail George, one of the elders of our congregation. It was originally recorded on Sunday, December 15th, 2024. Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Our current sermon series continues into the first week of Advent. Pastor Nathan reflects on Jesus' ministry as described in Luke 4:14-22, where Jesus claims to fulfill Isaiah's prophecy by preaching good news to the poor, freeing prisoners, and healing the blind. This holistic approach combines spiritual and tangible freedom, urging the church to engage in justice and repair work. Pastor Nathan shows us the importance of discernment in joining Jesus' work and the transformative power of recognizing divine opportunities in everyday interactions.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Elena Aronson, one of EEF's elders, reflects on the importance of community and the challenges of identity, particularly in the context of racial and social issues. Drawing from the biblical story of Nehemiah, she emphasizes the need for both physical and spiritual repair within communities. Nehemiah's response to the brokenness of Jerusalem serves as a model for acknowledging personal and collective sin, leading to confession and repentance. Elena pushes us to grieve the brokenness, recognize our relationship to it, and actively participate in the work of repair alongside God and each other.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Continuing in our sermon series Elder Abigail reflects on the theme of repair  within the church and society, particularly focusing on issues of racial division and white supremacy. Drawing from the book of Ezra, Abigail emphasizes the importance of worship as central to the identity of God's people. The historical context of the Israelites' return to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple serves as a metaphor for the need to restore authentic worship in the modern church. Too often the American church has prioritized economic pursuits and theological rhetoric over genuine worship and community engagement.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

In this sermon Rob Surratt, reflects on racial healing, humility, and the importance of collective identity versus individualism, using the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector from Luke 18:9-14. Rob, encourages self-examination among white individuals regarding their privilege and the tendency to distance themselves from others, particularly in the context of systemic racism.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

East End Fellowship Elder, Sherika Chew, brings a passionate word from the book of Ephesians. This is a heartfelt and challenging plea for us as believers to cling to Christ and his supremacy above everything else.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

This sermon focuses on the account in Acts 6 of a dispute between Hellenistic and Hebraic Jewish widows.  The apostles respond to inequity by empowered leaders who are members of the marginalized group to develop a plan to address the injustice in the community.  This sermon focuses on the importance of surrendering power in order to ensure that those who have the least power are able to experience equity within Christian community.  It challenges all of us to consider the cost of the type of community we believe God wants us to embody.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

In the second week of our new sermon series, Pastor Nathan draws from the traumatic story found in Numbers chapter 21. God punishes Israel for their disobedience by sending venomous snakes among them and instructs Moses to lift up a bronze serpent as their path towards healing.  The sermon connects Israel’s trauma with the reality of racial trauma today, emphasizing that the path to racial healing today involves facing the very realities that have harmed us.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

The first installment in a new series, this sermon focuses on the story of Jesus healing the paralytic by the pool of Bethesda and Jesus’ initial question to him: “Do you want to be well?”  Pastor Nathan invites us to acknowledge that the spiritual sickness of white supremacy has affected and infected all of us, yet the good news is that Jesus has come to make us well.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook

Derrick Collins wraps up our Divine Interruptions sermon series, by sharing with us a story from the early church. A powerful message that challenges us to put to death whatever belongs to our earthly nature, to live as those made alive in Christ, and to grab a hold of our true identity.Watch full video of this sermon on our YouTube channelVisit our websiteSign Up for our NewsletterFollow us on InstagramFollow us on Facebook