Ethos Church

As we reflect on our church's journey, we're reminded of the powerful vision to be with Jesus, become like Jesus, and do what Jesus did. This isn't just a catchy phrase, but a profound call to discipleship rooted in the practices of the early church. Ethos is a life-giving community committed to keeping Jesus at its Center. We are on a mission to love all people in Jesus' name so that we may all K...

​In this powerful message, we're challenged to embrace a countercultural love in a world dominated by hate. The key scripture, Luke 6:27-36, calls us to love our enemies and do good to those who hate us. This radical love was the hallmark of early Christianity, setting it apart from other religions. We're reminded that Jesus redefined love as 'agape' - an other-centered, sacrificial care for one a...

In a world that constantly pushes us towards self-centeredness, we're reminded of a profound truth: the cross of Jesus Christ doesn't just save us from our sins, it joins us to a family. This message challenges us to shift our focus from 'I' to 'we,' embracing our role in God's family. The scripture from Galatians 4:4-7 beautifully illustrates how we're adopted as God's children, prompting us to c...

​In our exploration of Judges 2:7-12, we confront a sobering reality: the decline of faith across generations. This passage serves as a reminder of how quickly we can forget God's mighty works. As we navigate our post-Christian landscape, we're called to understand the signs of our times and respond with compassion, not disdain. The rising tide of 'nones' – those unaffiliated with...

In this teaching, we're reminded of the profound connection between generosity and spiritual growth. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 9:6-11, we explore the concept of 'sowing and reaping' in our spiritual lives. Just as a farmer's harvest depends on how generously they sow, our spiritual abundance is tied to how freely we give. The speaker challenges us to view our resources - time, tal...

In this powerful message, we explore the transformative power of generosity through the lens of Matthew 6. Jesus teaches us to store up treasures in heaven rather than on earth, reminding us that where our treasure is, there our heart will be also. This isn't about a future reward, but about investing in God's kingdom work here and now. We're challenged to examine our own 'mental m...

In Matthew 16, Jesus challenges us to embrace a radical form of discipleship. He calls us to 'take up our cross and follow Him,' a concept that feels foreign in our modern, self-focused culture. This teaching invites us to consider what it truly means to deny ourselves and follow Christ. It's not about losing our identity, but rather aligning our desires with God's will. We're...

In this teaching, we explore the healing ministry of Jesus as depicted in Matthew chapters 8-10. We're reminded that Jesus' miracles weren't just displays of power, but signs pointing to the restoration of God's intended natural order. Each healing addressed human suffering and previewed the coming kingdom of God. The story of Lazarus' resurrection in John 11 beautifully illust...

In this teaching, we explore Jesus’ challenging command to love our enemies, emphasizing that this radical love is a distinguishing mark of Christ’s followers. Dr Tammy Smith explained that loving enemies is not about feelings but about actions and attitudes, rooted in God’s grace and enabled by His Spirit. The message encourages us to break cultural norms by actively blessing those who hurt them...

In this powerful message, we explore the profound connection between spiritual baptism and spiritual battle. The core of this teaching revolves around Jesus' baptism in Matthew 3 and His subsequent temptation in Matthew 4. We're reminded that as we draw closer to God and experience His love, we must also be prepared for spiritual conflict. This pattern, exemplified by Jesus, teaches us tha...

We explore the profound significance of Jesus' genealogy in Matthew 1, uncovering how God weaves redemption through flawed human stories. This passage, often overlooked, reveals God's willingness to work through broken people and situations. We see five women mentioned - Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, Bathsheba, and Mary - each with complex, sometimes scandalous histories. Their inclusion reminds us...

We explore the meaning of being human in light of our relationship with God. The message challenged us to move beyond the passive 'I'm only human' mindset and embrace our true identity as image-bearers of God. We delved into Genesis 1 and 2, rediscovering humanity's original purpose and potential. The gospel isn't just a 'golden ticket' to heaven, but an invitation to e...

In this powerful message, we're called to examine the idea of unity in Christ, using Moses' life as a profound example. Moses, raised in two distinct cultures - Hebrew and Egyptian - gives us insight into navigating diverse perspectives. We're challenged to recognize that our perceptions are shaped by our past experiences, previous pain, and societal pressures. The message urges us to...

In this teaching, we explore the profound gift of worship and its transformative power in our lives. We're reminded that God is actively seeking true worshipers who will worship Him in spirit and truth. The scripture from John 4:23 emphasizes this divine pursuit, challenging us to consider how we can become the kind of worshipers God desires. As we delve into the essence of worship, we discove...

Salvation is God’s gift of grace, not earned through good works. Before experiencing God’s grace we were dead in our sins, however, God’s love and mercy made us alive in Christ. We are God’s masterpiece, created to do good works in Christ Jesus, which God prepared in advance for us. We have a purpose ordained by God that we can choose to walk in, not to earn salvation, but as a result of being sav...

This message challenges us to return to our 'first love' - the passion and devotion we had when we first came to faith in Jesus. Using the words of Jesus to the church in Ephesus in Revelation 2, we are reminded how easy it is to lose our zeal over time, going through religious motions while our hearts drift away from true intimacy with God. The solution Jesus gives is to remember how far...

Today’s teaching delves into Jesus' revolutionary approach to politics, highlighting his ambiguous yet profound response when questioned about his allegiance. We learn that while Jesus acknowledged the necessity of engaging with earthly authorities, he emphasized that our ultimate devotion belongs to God alone. The teaching encourages us to seek a balance between participating in the political...

We are reminded that as followers of Christ, our ultimate goal should be to love like Jesus, even amidst the divisiveness and challenges of an election year. While we may hold different political views, our shared faith in Christ should unite us and shape our interactions with others. By recognizing that both anger and fear are often used as political tools, we can instead choose to anchor ourselv...

As we ponder the nature of love, we recognize its transformative power - not just on hallmark occasions, but woven into the fabric of our everyday existence. Reflecting on Jesus' example of sacrificial love, we challenge ourselves to mirror that selflessness in our actions. This message is an invitation to embrace the fullness of love and to understand how deeply you've been loved can prof...

Wrapping up our "On the Table" series, we explore the radical teachings of Paul in Romans 12, where we confront the enigma of overcoming malice with kindness; that holding onto unity and Jesus' exemplary life's work becomes ever more apparent. Learn how the simple, yet profound act of kindness can ignite a moral awakening, and how we, as a community, can rise above societal and p...

Explore the multifaceted nature of love through the lens of the Greek language, where four distinct words paint a complex picture of this fundamental human emotion. We steer the conversation towards understanding how a society's quest for eros, or romantic love, can overshadow the more enduring agape love demonstrated by Jesus. With insights from psychiatrist Miriam Grossman, we acknowledge th...

Sexuality and spirituality intertwine in profound ways, yet the conversation often gets lost in whispers. Our journey isn't just about confronting the missteps of the church or the hypersexualized culture around us; it's about rediscovering the beautiful, God-given longing for intimacy that connects to our innermost selves. we grasp how being fully known and loved is what we're really...

Look in Christian bookstores at books on marriage and parenting – compare that with books on singleness – very few marriage books argue that marriage is a good thing – that’s accepted. Instead, they talk about all the problems in marriage and how to deal with them. Christian marriage books tell you how to deal with the difficulty of marriage. Books on singleness take a different approach. They alm...

The idea that all religions are equally correct is called “religious relativism”. That all positions are equally correct, and therefore, we shouldn’t evangelize. If you believe some religions are superior to others, then you have to evangelize. But if you believe that no religions are superior to others then you are evangelizing your religious relativism view. Think of it like this; when you urge...

It’s not difficult to get a person interested in the message of the gospel, it is difficult to sustain the interest. Millions of people make decisions for Christ, but there is a dreadful attrition rate. In the words of Eugene Peterson, “Many claim to have been born again, but the evidence of mature Christian discipleship is slim.” In the western church there is a great market for religious experie...