Eastridge Community Church

January 4th

Press On | Philippians 3 | Kurt Petersheim

Sing To The King | Christmas Eve 2025 | Kurt Petersheim

The Advent of Peace

Gloria in Excelsis Deo: The Advent of Joy

In the midst of a dark and uncertain world, hope can feel out of reach. But this Advent season, we’re reminded that light has come. In Benedictus: The Advent of Hope, we explore Zechariah’s song of hope—the Benedictus—celebrating God’s faithfulness and the promise of redemption through Jesus. Even in the struggles, doubts, and challenges of life, God keeps His word and brings light to those in dar...

In this message from our Advent series, we look at Mary’s song—the Magnificat—and what it reveals about the love of God. Mary’s response wasn’t polished or perfect. It was honest wonder from someone who felt seen, chosen, and fully known by God. Through the angel’s words, Mary discovered a truth we often struggle to believe: God is both above us and incredibly close to us. He’s not distant. He’s n...

The Story of Redemption | The New Creation

This week’s message explores what it really means to be the people of God — not as individuals trying to muscle through life alone, but as a unified community built on one cornerstone: Jesus. We trace how the New Testament describes our identity, our purpose, and our place in God’s bigger story. This sermon unpacks why being “included in Christ” is more than a theological idea — it’s an invitation...

In this message we see how every promise, prophecy, and act of God throughout Scripture points to Jesus—the one who completes the story. From Genesis to the cross, the red thread of redemption runs unbroken, leading to the moment Jesus declared, “It is finished.” This message unpacks how Jesus fulfills every promise of God and how His victory over sin and death brings true freedom, identity, and n...

In this message we explore The Story of Redemption through the lens of Israel’s exile. From Nehemiah to Ezekiel and Isaiah, we see the faithfulness of God even when His people fail. The exile wasn’t the end—it was part of God’s redemptive plan, pointing to the ultimate restoration through Jesus Christ. Learn how the lessons of discipline, faithfulness, and hope in exile still apply to our lives to...

When God formed a nation out of a group of wandering people, He wasn’t just writing history — He was revealing His heart. Pastor Kurt traces how God shaped Israel through covenant, faithfulness, and grace — even when they turned away. This message shows that God’s promises don’t fade with time or failure. They hold strong through generations, leading all the way to Jesus. If you’ve ever struggled...

The story of Exodus isn’t just about God rescuing Israel from slavery, it’s about how God rescues us. In this message from our series The Story of Redemption, we look at how God reveals Himself as Redeemer, King, and Father through the Passover, the wilderness, and the covenant. Redemption isn’t just about being freed, it’s about being brought into relationship with Him. Micah Watterson traces the...

Pastor Kurt explores Genesis 12–50, showing how God’s promises unfold across generations. From Abraham’s trust in God’s word to Joseph’s journey from victim to victor, we see God’s sovereignty, providence, and faithfulness on display. Even when life feels uncertain, God’s promises remain sure, and His plan is always at work. Learn how the Old Testament points to Jesus and discover how to rest in G...

The story of the Fall isn’t mainly about how bad people are—it’s about how faithful God is. Even in the garden, right after sin shattered everything, God was already writing redemption into the story. This message traces the first promise of Jesus, the “seed who would crush the serpent’s head,” and reminds us that God’s grace runs deeper than our failure.

In the beginning, God created everything — not by accident, but with purpose. This message takes us back to Genesis 1, showing how the story of creation is the foundation of the greater story of redemption. From the cosmos to our very DNA, the universe declares God’s power and design. And even more, it points us to the Word made flesh — Jesus — the One who brings light into the darkness.

Life on mission starts with surrender. In Romans 12:1–2, Paul calls us to lay down our whole selves, resist the pull of the world, and allow God to transform us from the inside out. In this message, we explore what it means to live as a “living sacrifice,” to daily renew our minds, and to walk in the good purpose God has prepared for us.

Jonah’s story isn’t just about a man and a giant fish—it’s about God’s sovereignty in every aspect of life. From creation to vocation, from mercy to mission, God is at work even when we run from Him. In this message, we unpack what it means to live on purpose, embrace God’s calling, and trust Him with salvation and the impact of our obedience.

The Earth Will Be Blessed

Discipleship | Start Where You Are

Discipleship 2 | Imperishable Faith | Kurt Petersheim

Because discipleship is at the very heart of our Christian life, we want to make sure that we understand what it really means to BE a disciple and to MAKE disciples.

Celebration Sunday

At the Transfiguration, God reveals Jesus in full glory and declares Him His beloved Son. The command is clear: Hear Him. In a world filled with competing voices, influences, and distractions, we are called to fix our eyes on Jesus—who has no equal. Salvation isn't something we earn or climb toward; it’s a gift that came down to us in Jesus Christ, the true Tabernacle. He alone is worthy, He a...

Hear a vulnerable and redemptive testimony of two lives marked by pain, addiction, trauma, and brokenness, now transformed by the healing power of Jesus Christ. Rooted in Romans 12:1-5, this message explores what it means to be a living sacrifice, the power of renewing our minds in Christ, and how real worship begins with surrender. Jeremy and Ally share their journey from dysfunction and despair...