"Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord." 2 Peter 1:2 This weekend we had a special guest speaker, Tammy Dunahoo who is the Executive Dean at George Fox's Portland Seminary. She spoke out of 2 Peter 1 about learning, knowledge, and wisdom as a follower of Christ.
"Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever." - Psalm 23:6 This morning Pastor Russ spoke on trusting Jesus, our shepherd who leaves the 99 to pursue us.
"Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another. Whoever tends a fig tree will eat its fruit, and he who guards his master will be honored. As in water face reflects face, so the heart of man reflects the man." - Proverbs 27: 17-19 This morning Pastor Russ spoke on Proverbs 27 as he shared about the importance of friendship centered on Jesus.
"...and hope does not put us to shame, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us." Romans 5:5 ESV This morning Pastor Trey spoke on how we can rejoice in the midst of suffering as followers of Jesus. We have confidence knowing that we have already won, and through God we gain the strength to keep going.
Walk in freedom knowing you are forgiven by God! This morning Pastor Russ spoke on the story of David and Bathsheba out of 2 Samuel 11 and what we can do when we make a mistake (and then make it worse).
"They triumphed over him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony..." - Revelation 12:11 This morning Pastor Russ spoke on Revelation 12:1-9, 13-17 and how we can overcome Satan's rage by the blood of the Lamb.
"so we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another." - Romans 12:5 For the last day of our 21 Days of Prayer + Fasting 2024 we celebrated breaking the fast with worship, water baptisms, praise reports, fellowship, and a potluck after service! Additionally, Pastor Russ shared a short message on belonging. The theme for Day 21 of our 21 Days of Prayer + Fasting 2024 is 'Strength to Soar' (Colossians 1:11-14).
Happy "4th" Sunday, Eastside! We're so glad you've joined us for church this morning! Normally here at Eastside we set aside 5th Sundays for special service but this time around we moved our last 5th Sunday from December 31 to January 28. This way we could celebrate the end of our 21 Days of Prayer + Fasting with worship, baptisms, fellowship, and a "Break Fast" themed potluck after service.
This is between you and God. Today Pastor Russ spoke about wrestling with God in reference to the story of Jacob in Genesis 32:22-32. Today's theme for Day 14 of our 21 Days of Prayer + Fasting 2024 is 'No Longer Condemned' (Colossians 2:13-15).
Never take for granted the gift of God's grace. Today we celebrated and honored our Youth Pastor Charis as we heard her final message on staff here at Eastside. Today's theme for Day 7 of our 21 Days of Prayer + Fasting 2024 was 'On Our Knees' (Ephesians 3:7-21).
"Let us consider, then, let us ponder, let us resolve how we may live according to these instructions. Let us exert ourselves in every way possible. If we set our lives in order, I promise you that we will see a great deliverance in answer to our prayers." - John Chrysostom This morning we kicked off 2024 by writing our annual Letters to Jesus and hearing a message from Pastor Russ on fasting as we prepare to start our annual 21 Days of Prayer + Fasting tomorrow!
"Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the LORD's purpose that prevails." Proverbs 19:21 Our series for Christmas titled 'Peace with No End' is all about finding peace in the midst of our circumstances. The title is in reference to Isaiah 9:6-7 where it describes "the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end." Join us this Christmas as we celebrate the birth of our Savior and remember that true peace can only be found in Him.
"The Advent season is a season of waiting, but our whole life is an Advent season, that is, a season of waiting for the last Advent, for the time when there will be a new heaven and a new earth.” – Dietrich Bonhoeffer Our series for Christmas titled 'Peace with No End' is all about finding peace in the midst of our circumstances. The title is in reference to Isaiah 9:6-7 where it describes "the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end." Join us this Christmas as we celebrate th...
"But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship." Galatians 4:4-5 Our series for Christmas titled 'Peace with No End' is all about finding peace in the midst of our circumstances. The title is in reference to Isaiah 9:6-7 where it describes "the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end." Join us this Christmas as we celebrate the birth of our Savior and remembe...
"You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in You, all whose thoughts are fixed on You!" Isaiah 26:3 'Peace with No End' is our new series for the advent season here at Eastside and is all about finding peace in the midst of our circumstances. The title is in reference to Isaiah 9:6-7 where it describes "the greatness of his government and peace there will be no end." Join us this Christmas as we celebrate the birth of our Savior and remember that true peace can only be found in Him....
"Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing." James 1:2-4 This morning Pastor Russ spoke on James 1 as we prepare for the trials and temptations of the holiday season.
"I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want." Philippians 4:12 “Fear Not” is a series from our lead Pastor Russ about the fear that persists throughout our current culture. The four most common fears people suffer from are fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of intimacy and fear of losing control. As followers of Jesus Christ, we’re called not to be afraid, not to walk in fear. Join us for this serie...
"When Jesus heard these things, he marveled at him, and turning to the crowd that followed him, said, “I tell you, not even in Israel have I found such faith.” Luke 7:9 This morning Pastor Russ Schlecht spoke on Luke 7:1-10 and asked three questions. What is faith? Where does faith come from? What does faith require?
It is good to be empty before the Lord! This morning Pastor Charis Wilkins spoke on Luke 15:1-32 about the Parable of the Prodigal Son. What is the story you have been telling yourself? Does it include Jesus?
Happy 5th Sunday, Eastside! We're so glad you've joined us for church this morning! This week we celebrate the fifth Sunday with a focus on worship, baptisms, child dedication, and fellowship.
"And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7 “Fear Not” is a series from our lead Pastor Russ about the fear that persists throughout our current culture. The four most common fears people suffer from are fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of intimacy and fear of losing control. As followers of Jesus Christ, we’re called not to be afraid, not to walk in fear. Join us for this series as we learn how to g...
"Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective." James 5:16 “Fear Not” is a series from our lead Pastor Russ about the fear that persists throughout our current culture. The four most common fears people suffer from are fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of intimacy and fear of losing control. As followers of Jesus Christ, we’re called not to be afraid, not to walk in fear. Join us for...
"I will put breath in you so that you come to life. Then you will know that I am the Lord." Ezekiel 37:6 This morning Pastor Jun Kwak spoke on Ezekiel 37:1-14 about how and when God responds. Where is God speaking truth in your life? Are you willing to respond to God?
"For if their purpose or activity is of human origin, it will fail. But if it is from God, you will not be able to stop these men; you will only find yourselves fighting against God." Acts 5:38-39 “Fear Not” is a new series from our lead Pastor Russ about the fear that persists throughout our current culture. The four most common fears people suffer from are fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of intimacy and fear of losing control. As followers of Jesus Christ, we’re called not to be afrai...
"...for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control." - 2 Timothy 1:7 “Fear Not” is a new series from our lead Pastor Russ about the fear that persists throughout our current culture. The four most common fears people suffer from are fear of failure, fear of rejection, fear of intimacy and fear of losing control. As followers of Jesus Christ, we’re called not to be afraid, not to walk in fear. Join us for this series as we learn how to grow beyond our fear....
"This is how you can recognize the Spirit of God: Every spirit that acknowledges that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is from God, but every spirit that does not acknowledge Jesus is not from God." 1 John 4:2–3 This morning Pastor Russ concluded our new series called "To Know Him is to Love".
‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ Mark 12:31 This weekend was our "Serve Sunday" where we packaged supplies for the unhoused and learned more about how we can be serving our community. Pastor Russ and our local outreach director Alysha spoke on how this ministry fits our vision at Eastside and how we can best be the hands and feet of Jesus.
“But if anyone obeys his word, God’s love is truly made complete in him. This is how we know we are in him: Whoever claims to live in him must walk as Jesus did.” 1 John 1:5-6 This morning Pastor Russ continued our new series called "To Know Him is to Love". In this series we will be going through 1 John verse by verse.
"Yet I am writing you a new command; its truth is seen in him and in you, because the darkness is passing and the true light is already shining." 1 John 2:8 Good morning, we're so glad you could join us for church! This morning our guest speaker, Jason Van Winkle, continued our series on 1 John called "To Know Him is to Love".
"We have one who speaks to the Father in our defense—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One." 1 John 2:1 This morning Pastor Russ continued our new series called "To Know Him is to Love". In this series we will be going through 1 John verse by verse.
