Ethos Church

We live in a world where technology has become as natural to us as breathing. Our phones sit in our pockets, our laptops rest on our desks, and our tablets accompany us to bed. But here's a question worth pondering as we step into a new year: What are our screens teaching us, and how might God be calling us to live differently? __________ Get more out of today's teaching by visiting our Ch...

As we stand at the threshold of a new year, we're presented with a unique opportunity—not merely to set resolutions that will fade by February, but to embark on a transformative journey that reshapes who we are becoming. This isn't about trying harder; it's about training consistently in the ways that lead to genuine spiritual formation. __________ Get more out of today's teaching...

Every December, we find ourselves traveling—literally and figuratively—toward home. The highways fill with families determined to reach their destinations, driven by something deeper than obligation. We're drawn to be with the ones we love, whether it's the four-year-old running into grandpa's arms or those quiet morning moments over coffee before the house awakens. But have you ever s...

There's a question worth asking as we navigate the demands of modern life: If Jesus lived where you live, had your job, your education, your salary, your family—how would he live? It's a provocative question, one that invites us beyond surface-level Christianity into something far more transformative. But here's the deeper question: Why does it matter? __________ Get more out of today&...

In our culture, busyness has become a badge of honor. When someone asks how we're doing, the default response has become "busy." We almost compete with one another, trying to prove whose schedule is more packed, whose life is more demanding. But what if this constant state of hurry is actually stealing something precious from us? __________ Get more out of today's teaching by vis...

We live in a world that wears exhaustion like a badge of honor. Our calendars overflow, our to-do lists multiply, and our devices never stop demanding our attention. Yet somewhere deep within us, a voice whispers that this wasn't how life was meant to be lived. That voice is right. __________ Get more out of today's teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our community...

There's something deeply counterintuitive about generosity in our modern world. We've been taught that security comes from accumulation, that freedom is measured by our bank balance, and that the path to happiness is paved with purchases. Yet research in neuroscience, psychology, and happiness studies consistently reveals what Scripture has been declaring for thousands of years: when we gi...

What if the work we do every single day—whether in an office, at home, in a classroom, or behind a counter—is actually an act of worship? __________ Get more out of today's teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our community guide, a weekly devotional, and the teaching slides. EthosOH.com/churchonline

You're not just created. You're a creator. Every Monday morning, every ordinary conversation, every seemingly mundane task - these aren't just moments to get through. They're blank canvases waiting for you to partner with God and bring something to life. __________ Get more out of today's teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our community guide, a weekly devotional, and the...

Drawing from Genesis 1, we discover that work wasn't part of the fall but part of paradise itself. God didn't create us and then assign us work as punishment; He created us as workers, made in His image to partner with Him in bringing order out of chaos and harmony out of discord. __________ Get more out of today's teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our communi...

We live in a world obsessed with what we can see and measure, but Scripture reminds us there's an unseen reality all around us. Not to make us afraid, but to make us aware. The battle is real, but the victory is already won. Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our community guide, a weekly devotional, and the teaching slides. EthosOH.com/churchon...

In a world where conflicts and disagreements seem to dominate headlines and social media feeds, it's easy to get caught up in the noise. But what if the real battle isn't what we see on the surface? What if there's an unseen enemy at work, one that thrives on our distractions and misplaced energies? Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our...

The battle isn't against flesh and blood. It's time we say "enough is enough" to division and embrace our calling as ministers of reconciliation. What if we stopped seeing others as enemies and started seeing them through God's eyes? What if we extended forgiveness as freely as God has forgiven us? Let's be the change. Let's bridge divides. Let's show the world th...

There's a battle raging that we can't see with our eyes, but its effects are all around us. The enemy wants to divide us, inflame outrage, and distort truth. But we have weapons to fight back. Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our community guide, a weekly devotional, and the teaching slides. EthosOH.com/churchonline

Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our community guide, a weekly devotional, and the teaching slides.  EthosOH.com/churchonline

Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our community guide, a weekly devotional, and the teaching slides.  EthosOH.com/churchonline

At the Last Supper, Jesus redefined the Passover meal to point to His sacrifice. He showed us that true leadership means serving others, and that forgiveness comes at a cost. But through the cross, we find healing for our shame, belonging for our loneliness, and hope in our suffering. It's not a one-time event, but a truth we need to continually feed on. Get more out of today’s teaching by vis...

External appearances can be deceiving. Jesus teaches us that true value isn't measured by wealth, status, or public piety - but by the heart behind our actions. Are we motivated by pride, greed, and hypocrisy? Or do we embody humility, sacrifice, and reliance on God? Today, let's examine our hearts and ask: What truly weighs more in God's eyes? A widow's humble copper coins or the...

Today, we're invited to reflect on the nature of Jesus as the true King. The passage recounts Christ's triumphal entry into Jerusalem, a moment that reveals His unique kingship. Unlike earthly rulers who display power through grandeur, Jesus arrives on a humble colt, demonstrating strength through gentleness Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things lik...

The parable of the talents from Luke 19 serves as a profound reminder that God has entrusted each of us with valuable gifts, abilities, and opportunities. Just as the king in the parable expected his servants to multiply what he'd given them, our Heavenly King anticipates growth and fruitfulness from the resources He's bestowed upon us. Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our Chur...

In this exploration of Luke 19:1-10, we're invited to reimagine our approach to faith through the lens of Zacchaeus' encounter with Jesus. This familiar story takes on new depth as we consider what it truly means to 'climb a tree' in our spiritual lives. Are we willing to risk looking undignified or foolish in our pursuit of Christ? Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our...

Ever feel like gratitude is just another empty habit? True gratitude is about returning to Jesus, our Healer. Like the one leper who came back to thank Him, we're called to recognize the Giver, not just the gifts. Get more out of today’s teaching by visiting our Church Online page for things like our community guide, a weekly devotional, and the teaching slides. EthosOH.com/churchonline

This exploration of Luke 16 delves into the concept of 'mammon' and its spiritual significance. We discover that mammon goes beyond money, representing a spirit that seeks to usurp God's place in our lives. This message urges us to reflect on our relationship with wealth, highlighting the impossibility of serving both God and mammon. It uncovers the lies mammon tells, such as the belie...

In Luke 15, Jesus contrasts societal judgment with divine love through his interactions with tax collectors and sinners. He uses the parable of the lost sheep to emphasize that God's love is boundless, illustrating that no one is insignificant. This parable encourages us to value others and embrace God's patience and pursuit, regardless of how far we've strayed. It challenges us to see...

In Luke 14, we encounter Jesus' challenging words about the cost of discipleship. He invites us to 'hate' our families and even our own lives in comparison to our love for Him. This stark language isn't meant to be taken literally, but rather to emphasize the supreme loyalty required to follow Christ. Jesus wants us to count the cost before committing to discipleship, much like someone planning to...