The ECC Podcast

God has us in an active tension to grow us and often uses that tension between being set apart from the world while being relevant to it to speak to us and through us.

This message answers the question "Are We Living in the End Times?". It also explores how we know this to be true and what our attitude about the last days should be. Does the Bible say that things must get worse before Jesus will return? Does the Bible prophesy any positive things about the last days? Are things actually getting worse? Shall we save the earth or escape it? The message discusses t...

The message responds to the questions Christians ask about living pure in a culture that pushes sexuality at every opportunity.

By way of personal testimony, we'll explore some of the amazingly good work that God can do through tragic situations.

This message will address ways we can stay mentally strong in a world full of anxiety and depression.

The Old Testament principle of the Sabbath is a gift God gave us, enabling us to rest; physically, emotionally, and spiritually, and be refreshed.

This message explores the "parable of the Good Samaritan" from Luke 10 and challenges us to identify our "neighbors" and minister to them in the compassion of Jesus.

We are saved for the purpose of good works that God has prepared for us.

According to John 2:24 Jesus would entrust himself to those whose hearts are prepared to receive his truth. How can we properly prepared and test our hearts so that we might receive him.

Jesus asked more questions than he gave answers during his ministry. His questions are designed to lead us to a place of discovery. What is the question he is asking you in this season?

We look back at the activity of God among us and grow in faith and confidence as we face the future with Him.

Taken from the story in John 11 of the raising of Lazarus, this message shows how Jesus uses miracles to bring people to faith. But He does not always act as soon as we want. Difficulties and the discouragement of waiting is an opportunity to learn to trust God more. We must be careful not to become offended at God but realize He has His own purpose and timing.

The angel announced to the shepherds, "behold I bring you good news of great joy...!" What is the joy that God gives, and how do we choose to embrace it?

One of God's gifts to us is highlighted in the Christmas story. "Peace on earth," said the angels. God provides us lasting peace in spite of our circumstances.

The favor of God was brought to us in the birth of Jesus. God's favor is his goodwill, approval, and kindness. God desires to give all men His favor if we will believe it and receive it. Once we receive the favor of God in Jesus, we can increase it in relationship with Him by humbly seeking Him. Isaiah 9, the Christmas prophecy guarantees us a joyful harvest!

In the church calendar, the Sunday after Christmas is often a time to reflect on Jesus' second coming-- Advent 2.0. First he came as a vulnerable baby-King, and his second coming will display his full sovereignty. But what did Jesus himself say about his second coming? In this message we look at the three things that characterized his teachings on this important topic.