In 2011 Rob Bell relished in the havoc that could be evoked only by a coy publication of his doctrinal views. He decided to address ideas regarding eternal judgment, specifically, the doctrine of hell. He concluded that the God of the Bible is incapable of condemning a divine image bearer to an eternal hell…(Read More)
Our attitude and perspective on the difficult and uncomfortable circumstances we inevitably face in life reveal what we believe about God. Pastor Derrick challenges us to trust that God is who he has consistently revealed himself to be when we encounter difficult circumstances and respond to those situations accordingly…(Read More)
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Last week Pastor Brandon reminded us that while divine wisdom is deemed foolish by humanity, it is in fact the greatest display of wisdom from the greatest conceivable mind. In fact, the apparent foolishness of divine actions is due to the limitations and fallenness of humanity. We deem it folly because it makes no sense…(Read More)
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Pastor Brandon initiates our new series through 1st Corinthians. He does so by providing a brief overview and background surrounding the city of Corinth and the Church that was present there. Both the City of Corinth and the Church at Corinth have much in common with our community here in Denver. This allows for a…(Read More)
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In an attempt to nurture “diversity and integration” we have recognized the need to address preconceived notions regarding the Bible. One of the issues that must be addressed is what J. Daniel Hays refers to as “cultural pre-understanding.” We tend to read our cultural norms into the scriptures and, consequently, undermine…(Read More)
Pastor Brandon reminds us that God has called us to display our affection for him. While fully recognizing that worship is often quiet and contemplative, we also recognize that quiet time with God will inevitably result in emotive worship…(Read More)
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Building upon last weeks message in which we discussed the Protection and Provision of God, Pastor Brandon discusses the blessing of having God as our Lord and Lover. His assessment of our sin is that of Lord and his response to our sin is that of a lover…(Read More)
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Pastor Brandon joins his friend Pastor Matt Patrick and The Well Church (boulderwell.org) during their Psalms series. He delves into the well worn Psalm 23 which highlights God as our shepherd. He points out that he is not merely the shepherd (v. 1), he is also the host (v. 5). As…(Read More)
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Pastor Brandon reminds us that our gifts do not belong to us. They are gifts to the Church and we are merely stewards of them. If we do not function as a corporate body, we are depriving the Church of a God intended gifts…(Read More)
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Pastor Salt takes a closer look at the “mission” to which we are all called. That mission is to tell other people the “Good News” or as we say at The Embassy “To Make God Famous”! He looks at four qualifications Christ gave us for being a disciple and shares how we…(Read More)
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