The Oikonomiks podcast

As we conclude this #DearWoven series through Ephesians, we hear a closing word on being strong in the Lord, endurance, and prayer.

As Paul articulates his vision for one new humanity, he goes into household ethics; how are we as Christians to live well as spouses, children, parents, servants?

The building blocks of a spiritual community are unity, patience, love, forgiveness. The Church exemplifies a new humanity the world had not seen prior.

We are called to the high calling of unity. May the Spirit break through to enable us to love one another fervently, patiently forbearing as we go through growing pains.

The mystery of the church is God reconciling all things – and peoples – in Himself. You are ad/ministers of this mystery.

Today’s passage is rife with political implications in our current context. How can we read Paul’s words without polarizing the discussion even more?

We were the walking dead. In Christ we are resurrected to new life. We walk in an entirely new way now.

May the eyes of your heart be enlightened to know the hope we are called to, the riches of his glorious inheritance, and his incomparably great power for us who believe!

Grace and Peace to you through our Lord Jesus Christ! As we begin this new series, may we grasp the scope of Ephesians!

Grace and Peace to you through our Lord Jesus Christ! As we begin this new series, may we grasp the scope of Ephesians!

Christianity is entirely unique in the pantheon of world religions. Today pastor Wayne explains why, as he contrasts religion and the gospel.

Upon the resurrection hinges our entire faith. If indeed Christ rose from the dead, we can no longer remain the same; this changes everything.

As we move from the generalities of deism to the particularities of Trinitarianism, we discover that it’s all about a dance – the dance of relationship and community.

How do millennials intuitively know what is moral, and good, and just? Is it possible that the Spirit of God testifies within us to His existence?

We are a free people with free agency and yet at the same time suffer from bondage of the will; how do we reconcile this problem of sin?

Do you grope in darkness for the nearest light switch, yet cannot find it? Is it possible to find God, Light, Faith, Hope? There are clues…

Confessing our sin may be one of the hardest things we will ever do. But the healing that follows may be one of the most liberating experiences we have ever had.

Confessing our sin may be one of the hardest things we will ever do. But the healing that follows may be one of the most liberating experiences we have ever had.

To bless the people who have oppressed our spirits, emotionally deprived us, or in other ways handicapped us, is the most extraordinary work any of us will ever do.” - Elizabeth O'Connor

To bless the people who have oppressed our spirits, emotionally deprived us, or in other ways handicapped us, is the most extraordinary work any of us will ever do.” - Elizabeth O'Connor

We are learning to pray in a new way, in the classic way – through the Book of Psalms. This ancient practice brings a new Rule of Life to our old prayers and spiritual practice.

Today we learn a version of the Prayer of Examen. May this prayer nourish our souls as we open ourselves up to God!

Hospitality is the outward expression of an inner openness. As we begin this #SoulFood series may we open up to the Other!

As we close out the #HowWeCBE series we delve into the historical, literary, and exegetical backgrounds of Revelation. With sound teaching we hear its message for us today.

Having eyes do we see? Having ears do we hear? Today we discuss the message of Mark: “Who then, is this?”