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)
The following is an excerpt from a paper that Pastor Brandon wrote in defense of cross-culturalism. His assertion is that Luke presupposed the integration of the Church while writing the Book of Acts. Acts 1:8, the programmatic verse of the book, clearly presents this agenda and the rest of the…(Read More)
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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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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Before we delve into the content of the “Gospel According to Luke,” Pastor Brandon addresses the explicit agenda that Luke articulated in his introduction. Luke it attempting to provide “certainty” (v. 4) for the Church by recording of a “Theological Biography.” This certainty is essential for the church even now…(Read More)
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Hospitality is characterized by creating space to welcome strangers and take care for their needs. For those who are in Christ, hospitality is not to be bought and sold; it’s to be given away freely (Matthew 25 and 2nd Kings 4). This is contrary to how hospitality is often framed for us when viewing…(Read More)
LIVING ON THE HIGH PLACE The Embassy Church just completed a week that we refer to as “The Solemn Assembly.” During this week we commit to commune with God through the reading of God’s word, repentance, fasting, and prayer. Our objective was quite simple. If the church is going…(Read More)
The Embassy Church is located in East Denver and we hold our worship gatherings at Cole School of Arts & Sciences Academy. Our mission field is located in the 80205 zip code, which is the twelfth most gentrified zip code in the country. In other words, a community that has been predominately African American…(Read More)
The last week has been both a relief and burden for me. I am relieved that we have finally progressed past the campaign/election season in America. But I am burdened by the manner in which we engaged one another and the reactions to the election results. Part of the U…(Read More)
As we prepare to facilitate The Embassy Church’s first covenant membership class for our new members I saw fit to post a blog that affirms such an action on our part. By what authority do we call people to enter into covenant as members of the local church? While preparing to…(Read More)
