Episodes
Thursday Nov 17, 2016
What Does “Fear of the Lord” Really Mean?
Thursday Nov 17, 2016
Thursday Nov 17, 2016
In tonight’s sermon, Eric Knopf dives headfirst into a big topic: Fear of the Lord. The “fear of the Lord” is a widely discussed and often misused phrase in today’s church. The book of Proverbs states that the “Fear of the Lord” is the beginning of wisdom. And at the same time, Jesus frequently commands His disciples NOT to fear. When facing this apparent contradiction, we must first recognize the multiple definitions of the Greek noun phobos. According to the New Testament Greek Lexicon, phobos can mean either “fear, dread, and terror,” or, “reverence for one’s husband.” These definitions are not interchangeable, and they require a contextual distinction for accurate understanding.
Sadly, while the church does focus on the Grace of God to bring people in, they often use the “Fear of the Lord—with an emphasis on the terror based definition—as a sin prevention and behavior grooming tool. In doing so, the church unintentionally disciples followers into a faith damaging, fear-based relationship with their loving Father. In the words of the Eric’s sermon, “it’s impossible to authentically love someone you also fear.”
Featured scripture:
“There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love.” -- 1st John 4:18
Thursday Nov 17, 2016
Thursday Nov 10, 2016
Dignity is an Inside Job
Thursday Nov 10, 2016
Thursday Nov 10, 2016
In tonight’s sermon, Eric Waterbury challenges each and every person to step it up, elevate their character and walk with dignity. Dignity is eroded by entitlement and bolstered by honor.
Do you have anyone in your life who you are completely transparent with? Do you have any authority figure speaking into your life who you are willing to submit to? The thing is, most of us love to hear sermons about our power and self-agency but cringe when we hear words like submission, servitude, and obedience. Many of us want all the benefits of sonship and discipleship but without any of the costs. Dignity, as Eric Waterbury explains, is an inside job.
Curious to learn more? Listen in!
"God wants my trust; not my help. He already has the answers. He wants my open ears and a meaningful response to what truth He does share."
Thursday Nov 10, 2016
Thursday Nov 03, 2016
Seeing Through A Lens of Truth
Thursday Nov 03, 2016
Thursday Nov 03, 2016
Eric Waterbury has been getting some powerful breakthroughs lately, and he is here tonight to share them!
Most Christians say that they want to grow, but the problem is, many of us will do anything we can to stop ourselves from hearing the truth. Then in hiding from the truth, we also shield themselves from breakthroughs.
If you value growth, and desire breakthrough, then you must develop a life where other people tell you things about yourself on a regular basis.
What do you allow to stay in your head? Tonight’s message is about the image we have in our lens. The truth will set you free!
Listen in to hear more!
Thursday Nov 03, 2016
Surrender Surrender Surrender
Thursday Nov 03, 2016
Thursday Nov 03, 2016
Sara shares how she found who she is in Christ by surrendering to His righteousness.