Pastor Derrick points us to the prophet Elijah, a widow, and two pastors in Haiti as displays of lives that give evidence of what they believe about God. If God is indeed all he reveals himself to be, our response is to live in a manner that reflects our faith in him…(Read More)
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Summary: Christ entered Jerusalem while being fully aware of the horrible outcome. He was also aware that the outcome was essential for the redemption of sinful humanity. Pastor Brandon addresses the context of the triumphal entry and describes what Jesus endured…(Read More)
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Jesus did not commit his life to seeking and saving the found. He fixated on “seeking and saving the lost.” In contrast, we tend to focus on pursuing people who are already members of our camp. Pastor Brandon challenges us to recognize our call to engage those who self-identify as “non…(Read More)
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Religious leaders were upset by and questioned why Jesus welcomed and ate with sinners and outcast. Pastor Derrick walks us through the three stories Jesus used to respond to their question, the third being the parable of the Prodigal Son. How Jesus engaged the outcast reflected God the Father’s grace towards the lost. We…(Read More)
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Jesus fulfilled the greatest act of compassion by dying on behalf of humanity. Using the well-known “Good Samaritan” parable, Pastor Brandon reminds us that we have been called to display compassion just as we have received it. By the standard established by the parable, no one is disqualified as “my neighbor…(Read More)
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As we dedicated our time to observing the resurrection of our Lord, Pastor Brandon visited some of the resurrection’s implications; not the least of which is found in 1st Cor. 15:26. The life, death, and resurrection of Christ resulted in the death of death…(Read More)
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Summary: As The Embassy Church celebrates our 2nd birthday, Pastor Brandon takes time to look back and celebrate what God has done in and through us as a church. He also reminds us that toddlers walk. As a two year old church it is time for the city to experience the blessing of our existence…(Read More)
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Pastor Derrick challenges us to embrace Jesus as he has revealed himself to us. The Scriptures reveal who Jesus is and it is incumbent upon us to accept him for all that he is, even when what is revealed does not fit our preconceived notions. Jesus is the savior of the world who brings liberation…(Read More)
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Pastor Brandon reminds us that the baby that was born is the celebrated king of the universe. Our disregard for this has resulted in theological myopia in that we affirm Christ as savior, but disregard him as Lord. But such a demotion is not possible with the Christ. Pastor Brandon challenges us…(Read More)
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On this day The Embassy Church recognizes and affirms the calling of Pastor Derrick Kelsey as he joins the elder/leadership team. It was an emotional and celebratory day for us all and we look forward to following his proven leadership…(Read More)
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