Erie Evangelical Free Church (Erie, IL)

Genesis 29:1-14 - Pressing Onward

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg leads us back into our study of the third section in the book of Genesis in our series called, "Passing the Torch." Faithfulness is never easy. It requires commitment to stay on track with purpose and to see our works in the faith completed. In Genesis 29:1-14, Jacob works his way through God's calling. In doing so, he provides for us an example to follow so that we can remain faithful and press onward in the mission the Lord sets before us.

Our God Reigns - Psalm 46

Pastor Ron Eckberg preaches a special message from Psalm 46 entitled, "Our God Reigns".

Genesis 28:10-22 - Peace in the Wilderness

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues our study through the book of Genesis. We all want our days to be filled with peace. In Genesis 28:10-22, we find Jacob in a chaotic time of life (can you relate?). We also find God intervening to grant the peace that Jacob needs in that very moment. Through this interaction we see three avenues through which God grants peace in our lives.

Genesis 26:34-28:9 - Fighting Against Desire

Pastor Ron Eckberg teaches the next message in our series, "Passing the Torch". In the well known story of Jacob stealing Isaac's blessing (from Genesis 26:34-38:9), we see how the deep-seeded issues in God's chosen family lead to dire consequences and struggle. In doing so we see the dangers of conflict and are encouraged to see how faith overwhelms our shortfalls.

Genesis 26:12-33 - Embracing God’s Blessings

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues our series in the book of Genesis. We know that our God is a God of blessing - always giving His children all we need. And yet, how easy it is to lose our way and begin to feel that the well of His blessings has dried up. Genesis 26:12-33 gives us a look at God's blessings to help us embrace them even when we don't recognize them at the moment.

Genesis 26:1-11 - Enduring the Famines

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg continues to lead us through our current series, "Passing the Torch." We will often be met with roadblocks and challenges to our faith in Jesus. Sometimes the conflict is with the world around us and other times it results from the fear within our own hearts. In Genesis 26:1-11, God reminds us that He is in control and will deliver on His promises regardless of how the moment appears to us.

Genesis 25:27-32 - Finding True Treasure

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg teaches week 2 of our current series in the book of Genesis called, "Passing the Torch." Our lives are all lived in pursuit of treasure. Some pursue the treasure of financial prosperity, others the treasure of fame, others the treasure of peace and fulfillment. The question is, how do we identify treasures that are worth the energy of our pursuit? We find the answer this week as we read the first interactions of Jacob and Esau.

Genesis 25:19-26 - Defining True Faith

Pastor Jonathan Eckberg begins our brand new series, "Passing the Torch." We read many of God's promises in Scripture. It is comforting and encouraging to know that our God never fails to deliver. But what is the condition for His continued blessings? It is faith. So, what does it look like to live a life defined by faith that clings to and enjoys God's promises? We find out in Genesis 25:19-26.