The ECC Podcast

This morning Elaine will speak from Mark 10:32-52 and we will examine further the question of how we are to respond to Jesus. This passage offers two stories tied together by one question from Jesus, "What do you want me to do for you?" As we respond to Jesus, what do we want to ask from him? Will we be like the disciples, who demand that Jesus conform to their expectation...

As Jesus sets his face towards Jerusalem, He becomes clearer about WHO he is and the kind of discipleship to which he is calling followers. The disciples (and others watching closely from the outside) have an expectation of the future kingdom and their own type of leadership in that kingdom. He has something very different in mind…he wants them to see his kingdom is one where the first…is last and...

Peter continues our sermon series on the Book of Mark as we look at the second half of chapter 9 and consider what it means to be a servant of all.  We will keep asking the questions - 'Who is Jesus?' and 'How Should We Respond To Him?'

Ken speaks from Mark 15:42-16:8, looking at the questions: What does Easter or Resurrection Sunday mean? Why does it even matter? We often go through the motions of this day and don’t stop to consider the implications of what happened and what difference it makes. As we address these questions, we just may find there is really good news that makes a huge difference.  Good&...

Jeff Golby takes us to Mark 9 and as we begin to zero into the crucifixion, Jesus continues to reveal through actions, words and response more about what it means that he is The Christ, a more mysterious, holy and at times frustrating God than perhaps we ever imagined. The question of what it will take for us to see the fuller vision of who The Christ is, is at the heart of this message.

Gray speaks on the pivotal passage of Mark 8:27-9:1. After 8 chapters, Jesus finally clearly says who he is and what it means to follow him. It focuses on the most important question you will ever be asked in your life. It is a question that calls us not just to give an answer but to give our very lives.

Do you think that Jesus ever got frustrated, rolled his eyes and took a deep sigh?  Ken speaks on Mark 8 and in this passage we not only see Jesus doing that, but we learn why.  It’s one more insight into WHO Jesus is and it may surprise us how it draws us even closer to Him.

We’ll be digging deep into Mark 6:30-44 and Jesus’ amazing miracle of feeding 5,000 people (well…probably more than that).  Laurence will go through each section of the story and point out how Jesus offers something more incredible than a miracle in this story.  We’ll hear about themes of rest, compassion, and kindness and why this connects with this story and paints a part of the p...

Pastor Ken takes us to Mark 5 and we see that when the kingdom of God comes, Satan is disabled. Jesus demonstrates power over evil.

We dive into Mark 4:1-34 on the parable of the sower. Elaine Dee considers how when we follow Jesus we need to be willing to make the effort, take the extra step to carefully consider and understand what he is saying and asking of us. Focusing on v. 9: "...he who has ears, let him hear."

Peter Reynolds continues our series focusing mostly on Mark 2. We meet the Pharisees and see that Jesus quickly makes enemies of these Pharisees. They believe that Jesus is challenging their power – beginning the pattern of people misunderstanding the real mission of Jesus. We'll see that Jesus ministers with authority and humility – in contrast with the Pharisees. And we learn that Jesus – and th...

We "dive in" to the book of Mark beginning with chapter 1.  Pastor Ken shows us the key characters that are in the background as Jesus arrives on the scene. We also take a look at what Jesus' mission really is.

Pastor Ken kicks off our series in the book of Mark with an overview that helps us see the big themes and ideas but then brings us back to our key questions: Who is Jesus? How Should I respond to Him?

Gray Poehnell concludes our series on Reconciliation looking at how we can embrace or open ourselves up to others, even as God in Christ opened Himself up to us.  In relationship to the “hated”...how do we live and speak out against it? How do we advocate for reconciliation? Watch Jesus eat and hang out with “sinners.” He shows more than gestures and words. There needs to be action. Do w...

Jonathan Hers is our guest speaker as we continue to "unpack" our key passage from 2 Corinthians 5, asking what does it mean and look like for us as a community of Jesus followers to be agents and messengers of reconciliation?  What does it mean to be a good ambassador?

In a world full of conflict, we are called to be Christ’s representatives. We are called to help reconcile people to each other and to God. But what does that look like in our day to day lives? Rub in some salt, let your light shine, withhold judgement and most of all – all you need is love! This Sunday, Peter Reynolds will continue our series on reconciliation by considering how we can help peopl...

In part 2 of this series we return to 2 Corinthians 5 and consider what it means for followers of Jesus to be reconciled with one another. Pastor Ken asks the question: What does a Christ Culture look like in regards to having restored relationships.

2 Corinthians 5 calls us to be people of restored relationships. Reconciled to one another and reconciled to God. In this message Andreas Russell shares the story of reconciliation by showing us this thread of restoration and re-creation throughout the Bible.

The gospel writer Matthew includes a story of murder (Matthew 2:13-18) right in the middle of the Christmas story. It really messes with our “Hallmark” mentality that surrounds Christmas. So, how does this fit? How is this part of the “good news” story?  Ken concludes our series on Hyperlinks to Jesus.

Matthew Heyn shares from Matt 1:18-25 exploring the story of Joseph when hearing the news of Mary’s holy conception. Walking with Joseph’s experience draws us to a very important hyperlink to Jesus – Isaiah’s confrontation with Ahaz to stand with God because “God is with you (us).” Contrasting the two responses between Ahaz and Joseph. One falls and one stands.

During our first Sunday of Advent, Dan Russell looks at Luke 4:14-22/Isaiah 61:1-3 to show hope – that this good news is for all people. He will challenge us to consider how we can bring this good news, this freedom, this recovery of sight, to those on the margins.

Andreas Russell takes a look at Matthew 5 and explores how Jesus sees himself as the fulfilment of Old Testament law and gives us a new way of reading and applying it in light of Him.

Peter & Valerie Reynolds will continue our series on "Hyperlinks to Jesus". The Tabernacle is a hyperlink from the Old Testament of the Bible to the role of Jesus in the New Testament. It serves as a reminder that Jesus has fulfilled the role of ultimate mediator between the Most Holy God of Creation and the people – the crowning glory of His creation. Jesus has bridged the gap - He has broken...

Ken introduces our new series "Hyperlinks to Jesus." He shares how the Old Testament links to Jesus and shares how Jesus fulfills it all. 

In a stand alone sermon, Andreas will be sharing about his transition to the work of the Navigators next year. He will be looking at Matthew 9:35-38 , as well as Jesus' way of coming alongside others so that they are equipped to do His work.