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| Message Series | |
Fearing God |
Many of us understand fear as a negative emotion--of being afraid. But fear in the Bible is often quite different. Fear can also mean "reverence," "respect," and "awe." This is the fear of God we should have. Brian Leonard examines three Old Testament prophets to help us better understand the "fear of God." |
Fall Kickoff 2008 |
Each year as summer comes to a close and schools start back up, Eastpointe kicks off new programming and activities. On this Sunday, Brian Leonard challenges us to get involved in the ministries and Bible study opportunities Eastpointe has to offer. |
God's Chosen People |
The Bible tells of how, out of all the people in the world, God chose Abraham to be the forefather of His people. The nation of Israel came from the descendants of Abraham to become a major player in the salvation story of the Bible. Listen as Brian Leonard shares with us the lessons to be learned from the history (and future) of Israel, God's Chosen People. |
You Asked for It |
Our world is full of questions... and none as important as those concerning God and the church. Listen as worship minister Chadwick Kellenbarger joins senior minister Brian Leonard in this series that addresses some of the questions asked by our congregation. |
kidXplosion Sunday |
We cap off a great week of vacation Bible school with our kidXplosion celebration Sunday! |
Generosity and Faith |
The little-known story of Elisha and the woman from Shunem in 2 Kings 4 & 8 serves as an example for our generosity and faith. |
Desperate Households |
In today's society, one of the fundamental building blocks God ordained is crumbling . . . families. Our world needs strong families. And our families can be strong if we live by the guidelines set forth by God in His word. Brian Leonard challenges husbands, wives, children, and parents to live up to their God-given responsibilities in this much-needed series. |
God is ... |
Our culture today is often driven by powerful personalities in the media. Their ideas and beliefs often become the default for millions of people. In this stand-alone sermon, Brian Leonard takes a look at some modern day "prophets" -- cosmologist Carl Sagan, talk show guru Oprah, and atheist Richard Dawkins -- and challenges their understandings with the Word of God. |
Just Walk Across the Room |
Just a few steps and a friendly hello may be all it takes to change someone's life—and their eternity! And the good news is, it has more to do with taking a genuine interest in another person and listening to their story than it does with learning evangelism tactics and techniques. Join Brian Leonard as he encourages us to "just walk across the room" and share our faith in Jesus. |
The Road Less Traveled |
Jesus says in Matthew 7:13-14, "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find it." In this series, senior minister Brian Leonard is joined by worship minister Chadwick Kellenbarger as they share a Biblical view of sin and how we can overcome by the power of the Holy Spirit. |
Everyday Faith |
One could argue that there is no other book in the New Testament as practical and pragmatic as the book of James. In this series, senior minister Brian Leonard is joined by ministry student Dave Rumpke as they share ways we can all live with an "Everyday Faith." |
Overview of the Bible |
View video of the special Overview of the Bible service. |
Who Are Wii |
Studies show that 47% of Americans attend church on any given Sunday. But why? What church do they go to? What do they believe? As the new year begins, Brian Leonard asks the question, "Who Are Wii?" What do we at Eastpointe believe and why? |
When Christmas Isn't Merry |
Not everything about the Christmas season is tinsel and gingerbread. Many people struggle with emotions of sadness, hurt, and despair during "the most wonderful time of the year." If the angels sang of "peace on earth," why is it so elusive? In this series, Brian Leonard examines the Christmas story in a new light . . . looking at the stories of Joseph, King Herod, and Mary to help us understand God's answers to the disappointment and demands of the holiday season. |
Uncommon Sense |
Our society has given us its thoughts about money: work, work, work; spend, spend, spend. And too many people get trapped in the cycle of spending more than they earn. There isn't much that's more oppressive and life-draining than out-of-control debt--and that's where many people find themselves today. In this series, Brian Leonard takes a look at God's Word and the "uncommon sense" it shares about money and finances. He shares practical insights and opportunities to live a life free of uncontrollable debt. |
Beyond Ordinary |
Do you sometimes feel like there is more to life? That living a mundane existence, just barely meeting the status quo is not enough? In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives us a picture of life that is far from mediocre--rather, it's a picture of a life that is beyond ordinary. Unpacking these verses, Brian Leonard challenges us to live out this extraordinary life where the decisions we make lift us above the average to the exceptional. |
Real Men of Jesus |
What does it take to follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ? Too often, churches portray the men of the Bible as weak or timid--not at all the picture we truly see. Brian Leonard takes us into the lives of three "Real Men of Jesus" who laid it all on the line--heart, mind, and soul--and lived exciting, heroic lives in the name of Jesus. |
Offensive Church |
The forces of evil are great in this world. So are the forces of apathy. Senior minister Brian Leonard kicks-off our fall programming season with a series aimed at challenging Eastpointe to be more than a good church--but a great church. A church not on the defensive or in "cruise control" but a church on the offensive! Living out the Great Commission day by day. |
The Crying Game |
Our new student minister Adam Washington shares his thoughts on the shortest verse in the Bible, John 11:35, "Jesus wept." Listen as Adam highlights the compassion Jesus showed for His friends in the first century--and His children in the 21st century. |