ECC Sermons

Jakob King continues our look into God's character by discussing his loyal and steadfast love toward us, a love that goes far beyond what we deserve or could expect.

Dr. Crane continues his look into God's character by describing the incredible meaning of God's grace, the giving of a great gift to someone who does not deserve it. As we receive God's grace, we are motivated to become merciful and gracious to others.

Dr. Crane talks about the first word God uses to describe his own character: merciful. He shows how it is an emotional word, and action word, a forgiveness and rescue word, and a word that followers of Jesus are to put into practice in their daily lives.

Dr. Crane begins a new series on the character of God, which he revealed to Moses, in Exodus 34:6-7. In this story, Moses experienced the presence of God, learned the name of God, and heard five characteristics of God.

Dr. Crane shows how Paul had learned to be content in any circumstances, and yet was especially pleased to receive the offering the Philippians had taken for him, knowing that while it benefited him, it would also benefit them in their relationship with God.

Dr. Crane challenges us to put aside differences for the cause of Christ, to seek peace with others through rejoicing, being reasonable, being alert to God's presence, avoiding anxiety, praying about everything, and thinking and practicing excellent things.

Dr. Crane challenges us to follow the examples of Christ, and those who follow him, avoiding the examples of the enemies of the cross of Christ, instead living as citizens of heaven, while we await our transformation to become like Jesus.

Dr. Crane reminds us that even the Apostle Paul did not think he had arrived, but was continuing to press onward toward knowing Jesus, and living up to what Jesus had done for him.

Dr. Crane challenges us to be sure we are putting our confidence in Jesus and what he has accomplished for us, rather than putting our confidence in our own achievements.

Dr. Crane uses the lives of Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus to illustrate the characteristics of true servants of Jesus.