Ekklesia

One of our lectionary texts this Sunday is the story of the grand opening of Solomon’s Temple in Jerusalem. What can that story teach us as we conclude our time at Athens Drive high school and prepare to start a new chapter in a new building?

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As we prepare to leave a beloved space, today’s message explores how the mystery of communion can guide us into our next chapter. Discover how remembering and re-membering the flesh and blood of Jesus can animate our lives and inform our actions, bringing the Kingdom of God with us, no matter where we gather.

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In this season, the Lectionary is telling the story of David. This Sunday we learn of his son Absalom’s death, in part because of his luscious locks. This story is part of a much larger story about the latter part of David’s reign. What does this story teach us about Scripture, Sin, and Jesus?

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What happens when King David’s darkest failure becomes a public psalm? What can we learn from the raw honesty and troubling omission in David’s confessional-Psalm after his sin against Bathsheba?

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What happens when King David’s darkest failure becomes a public psalm? What can we learn from the raw honesty and troubling omission in David’s confessional-Psalm after his sin against Bathsheba?

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In his letter to the Ephesians, Paul offers a prayer for the church. The prayer doesn’t focus on wisdom, intelligence, or morality. Rather it focuses on grasping the immensity of God’s love. How can this prayer guide us in our complex world today?

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In a world inundated with misinformation and constant news updates, how can we navigate truth and maintain our sanity? Today’s message explores the dangers of misleading narratives and information overload, while offering practical wisdom from Jesus’ example on finding rest and discernment in our digital age.

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On this special camp reunion Sunday, Pastor Greg shares some key insights and funny stories from the past week spent with our students at Higher Ground Adventures Camp. Find out what our students were up to at camp, why it’s important to retell stories, and how much “rizz” our students have.

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What if the David and Goliath story is more than just a tale of bravery? Discover the hidden Hebrew wordplay and biblical connections that reveal a deeper message of ultimate hope and victory.

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In our gospel text this morning, Jesus tells two parables about seeds. One of them we like a lot. The other one less so. But we need the messages of both to help us follow Jesus effectively. (Q&A about the possibility of moving begins at 21m 40s).

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