The Forgotten Psalm of Fear-Filled Faith (Habakkuk 3)

The Forgotten Psalm of Fear-Filled Faith | Habakkuk 3
Pastor Stephen Duwe

Pastor Stephen Duwe of Montage Bible Church presents a message from the book of Habakkuk, analyzing his prayer to the Lord during the judgement of the Israelites. Even amidst a crisis and difficult trial, Habakkuk's prayer contains critical elements that can be used to shape the manner in which we should communicate and interact with the Lord.

The Character of a True Disciple of Jesus Christ (2 Timothy 2:1-7)

The Character of a True Disciple of Jesus Christ | 2 Timothy 2:1-7
Missionary Brian Opre

The Bible is clear on how Christ's disciples should function within the church, providing numerous examples within the Gospels and Paul's letters. In 2 Timothy, Paul writes about the characteristics of a true disciple and provides guidance on how they should carry themselves.

EBC Distinctives: A Worship-Motivated Church (Selected Scriptures)

A Worship-Motivated Church | Selected Scriptures
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

In the light of God's wondrous salvation in and through His Beloved Son, we now have the joy and duty, by God's Grace, of Worshipping Him out of a heart of love and gratitude for all He's done, not only personally but also as a community of faith.

EBC Distinctives: A Love-Expressing Church (1 Thessalonians 4:9-10)

A Love-Expressing Church | 1 Thessalonians 4:9-10
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

As those who have been the privileged recipients of God's unfathomable love in Christ, Christians, of all people, are empowered by the Spirit of God to love God and love one another, from the heart, and for God's Glory.

EBC Distinctives: A God-Dependent Church (Ephesians 6:18-20)

A God-Dependent Church | Ephesians 6:18-20
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

As holy and redeemed people, we are to strive, by God's Grace, to walk in humble dependence upon our great God in prayer, knowing that apart from Him we can do nothing.

Jesus, The Promised King of Israel (Luke 1:26-38)

Jesus, the Promised King of Israel | Luke 1:26-38
Pastor Peter Lee

As Christians, it's Christmas every day as we remember and relish on the Glorious Person of the Lord Jesus Christ, being mindful that He is, indeed, the Majestic King, in Whom all the nations are to place their confident trust in.

The Trial of Jesus, Our Perfect Substitute (Mark 15:1-15)

The Trial of Jesus: Our Perfect Substitute | Mark 15:1-5
Andrey Tiginyanu

The decision to crucify Jesus is a remarkable event in history that, when closely studied, reveals how even when He was being wrongly tried, God's perfect plan saw Jesus taking our place as our perfect substitute.

EBC Distinctives: A Christ-Exalting Church (Psalm 110)

A Christ-Exalting Church | Psalm 110
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

Contrary to the current culture of self-promotion and self-exaltation, we seek the Exaltation of the Lord Jesus Christ, as we herald the life-saving message of the Gospel, humanity's one and only hope for salvation from sin and from God's just judgment.

EBC Distinctives: A Bible-Centered Church (Selected Scriptures)

A Bible-Centered Church | Selected Scriptures
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

Contrary to the current culture of moral relativism and moral autonomy, we believe that the Bible is the very Word of the only One and True God, authoritative, inerrant, infallible, and sufficient for all matters pertaining to man’s purpose for existence, church life, and mission on earth.

The Blessing and Benefit of Local Church Membership (Selected Scriptures)

The Blessing and Benefit of Local Church Membership | Selected Scriptures
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

In an age where commitment is largely frowned upon, and where comfort, ease, and low expectations are the norm, the Lord Jesus, who died for His Church, calls us as Christians to be highly committed participants rather than passive spectators in a healthy, local church.

Parting Words From the Heart of a Shepherd (Philippians 4:21-23)

Parting Words from the Heart of a Shepherd | Philippians 4:21-23
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

Paul's final and parting words to the Philippians are so helpful for us as Christians, as we strive, by God's Grace, to walk in a manner worthy of Christ.

Walking Worthy of Christ: A Heart of Contentment (Philippians 4:10-13)

Walking Worthy of Christ: A Heart of Contentment | Philippians 4:10-13
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

How glorious that as Christians we can sincerely experience joy and contentment in the Christian life, that we might Exalt Christ, and be a source of blessing to our Christian brethren.

Walking Worthy of Christ: A Christlike Mind and Christlike Models (Philippians 4:8-9)

Walking Worthy of Christ: A Christlike Mind and Christlike Models | Philippians 4:8-9
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

It's impossible for Christians to experience true peace, personally and communally, unless right thinking and healthy relationships are being cultivated, by God's grace and for His glory.

Walking Worthy of Christ: Living Peacefully (Philippians 4:4-7)

Walking Worthy of Christ: Living Peacefully | Philippians 4:4-7
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

The Christian must, by God's Grace, be cultivating Christlike virtues that will lead to peaceful living in the home, in the church, and in the world.

Walking Worthy of Christ: Preserving Unity (Philippians 4:2-3)

Walking Worthy of Christ: Preserving Unity | Philippians 4:2-3
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

In the light of our indestructible and unbreakable union in Christ, Christians are to do everything possible to preserve the unity that has been established by our precious King.

Standing Firm in the Gospel: Living in Light of Eternity (Philippians 3:17-4:1)

Standing Firm in the Gospel: Living in Light of Eternity | Philippians 3:17-4:1
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

Christians who desire to stand firm in the Gospel must apply themselves to cultivating the mindset and lifestyle of those who belong to a Heavenly Kingdom.

Our Glorious Hope (Romans 4:25)

Our Glorious Hope | Romans 4:25
Pastor Kempiz Hernandez

Far from wishful thinking, our Christian hope is unwavering, unfading, and will not pass away, because it's rooted in the Person and Finished Work of Christ, our glorious Savior.