This message will explore the first of two types of tears we see in Jesus as He enters Jerusalem, the tears of mercy. In these tears, we see our God moved by mercy over the plight of a world that needs God but often will not turn to God.

"Tears of Mercy"
The Tears of Jesus [Lent 2026]
Pastor Matt Erickson
Luke 19:28-42; Matthew 23:37-39
March 8, 2026

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Find a full sermon outline and study guide online at eastbrook.org/tearsofjesus

Join host Pastors Matt Erickson and Gabriel Douglas as we talk about Jesus' tears of compassion and frustration from John 11:1-44. 

Resources:

• A Liturgy for a Time of Widespread Suffering
• Eastbrook's 2026 Lenten Devotional, The Tears of Jesus

Listen along and text us any questions you have for upcoming episodes at 94000. You can also send us an email at [email protected]. 

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Behind the Sermon Podcast Team: 
Audio Engineer, Jackson Dreger
Host, Gabriel Douglas
Producer, Liz Carver

This message will explore the second of two types of tears we see in Jesus at the tomb of Lazarus, the tears of frustration. Through these tears we see our God’s frustration over the impact of sin and death on human experience that was made for more.

"Tears of Frustration"
The Tears of Jesus [Lent 2026]
Pastor Gabriel Douglas
John 11:1-44
March 1, 2026

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Find a full sermon outline and study guide online at eastbrook.org/everydayordinaryfaith

This message will explore the first of two types of tears we see in Jesus at the tomb of Lazarus, the tears of compassion. These tears reveal our God who is moved by compassion over human loss and grief.

"Tears of Compassion"
The Tears of Jesus [Lent 2026]
Pastor Matt Erickson
John 11:1-44
February 22, 2026

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Find a full sermon outline and study guide online at eastbrook.org/everydayordinaryfaith

Join host Gabriel Douglas, along with Pastors Matt and Kelly Erickson as we talk about Matt's message from Sunday, February 15 on Faith-Shaped Marriage.

Resources:

• Eastbrook's Human Sexuality Paper
• Love · Sex · Body Sermon Series
• Sermon on Singleness by Steven Jaehenert
• Ephesians, Volume 42 by Andrew T. Lincoln
• Ephesians: An Exegetial Commentary by Harold Hoehner
• Men & Women in the Church by Sarah Sumner
• The Meaning of Marriage by Tim & Kathy Keller
• As for Me & My House by Walter Wangerin, Jr. 
• The Mystery of Marriage by Mike Mason
• An Introduction to Womanist Biblical Interpreation by Nyasha Junior

Listen along and text us any questions you have for upcoming episodes at 94000. You can also send us an email at [email protected]. 

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Behind the Sermon Podcast Team: 
Audio Engineer, Jackson Dreger
Host, Gabriel Douglas
Producer, Liz Carver

This message will specifically address marriage relationships from a biblical point of view. How does our faith work its way into our everyday decisions in marriage?

"Faith-Shaped Marriage"
Everyday Ordinary Faith
Pastor Matt Erickson
February 15, 2026

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Find a full sermon outline and study guide online at eastbrook.org/everydayordinaryfaith

Join host Gabriel Douglas, along with Pastors Matt Erickson and Laure Herlinger as we talk about Matt's message from Sunday, February 8 on Faith-Shaped Parenting.

Resources on Kids & Technology:

• Taming the Technology Monster by Sissy Goff
• The Tech-Wise Family by Andy Crouch
• Every Parent's Guide to Navigating our Digital World by Kara Powell 

"Being the Village" at Eastbrook:

• Black History Month Luncheon
• Chili Cook-Off
• Top Serving Needs Email Sign-Up
• Small Groups at Eastbrook
• Winter Playgroup (Ages 0-5)
• Littles Family Gathering
• Family Discipleship Class

Parenting Resources:

• Honey for a Child's Heart by Gladys Hunt
• Teach Your Children Well by Sarah Cowen Johnson
• Growing With by Kara Powell & Steven Argue

Listen along and text us any questions you have for upcoming episodes at 94000. You can also send us an email at [email protected]. 

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Behind the Sermon Podcast Team: 
Audio Engineer, Jackson Dreger
Host, Gabriel Douglas
Producer, Liz Carver

In connection with child dedication, we want to do some discussion of how our faith shapes our everyday parenting. We also want to address how this is important for the non-parents in the room as well (e.g., “it takes a village”). An opportunity to encourage others to pour into the next generation more broadly.

"Faith-Shaped Parenting"
Everyday Ordinary Faith
Pastor Matt Erickson
February 8, 2026

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Find a full sermon outline and study guide online at eastbrook.org/everydayordinaryfaith

Join host Gabriel Douglas, along with Pastor Femi Ibitoye and Katherine Riebe as we talk about Femi's message from Sunday, February 1 on Faith-Shaped Relationships.

Resources on Relationships and Resolving Conflict:

• Ken Sande's Peacemaker Ministries
• The Peacemaker: A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict by Ken Sande
• Emotionally Healthy Discipleship 
• One to One Care Ministry at Eastbrook Church

Listen along and text us any questions you have for upcoming episodes at 94000. You can also send us an email at [email protected]. 

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Behind the Sermon Podcast Team: 
Audio Engineer, Jackson Dreger
Host, Gabriel Douglas
Producer, Liz Carver

This week will explore how our relationships should be shaped by our faith generally, exploring aspects of family relationships, friendships, and relationships in different spheres of life.

"Faith-Shaped Relationships"
Everyday Ordinary Faith
Pastor Femi Ibitoye
February 1,, 2026

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Find a full sermon outline and study guide online at eastbrook.org/everydayordinaryfaith