Aaron Eime

We are encouraged to seek first the kingdom of God and to thirst after His righteousness. That’s not always easy and do we need to do that after we have become followers of Jesus?Readings: 1 Kings 3:3-14;  Romans 8: 26-39;  Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52.👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ 👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

We are encouraged to seek first the kingdom of God and to thirst after His righteousness. That’s not always easy and do we need to do that after we have become followers of Jesus? Readings: 1 Kings 3:3-14; Romans 8: 26-39; Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52. 👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>

Seeking The Kingdom With A Heart That Hears | Rev. Aaron Eime

John Arnold

The Ancient of Days and Son of Man are on their thrones. But the kingdom of God has an enemy. Throughout our life we will meet many false prophets and many false teachers that are scattered within the Church by Satan. The mockery these people make of God, His teachings, and the church can often make us sad, anxious, and angry–even to the point of sinning ourselves. But while we must be careful not to fall victim or support them, perhaps we should remind ourselves that God Himself is patient. God is patient because He cares for all people but especially His children.Readings: Genesis 29:15-28;  1 Kings 3:3-14;  Matthew 13:32-33, 44-52.👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ 👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

The Ancient of Days and Son of Man are on their thrones. But the kingdom of God has an enemy. Throughout our life we will meet many false prophets and many false teachers that are scattered within the Church by Satan. The mockery these people make of God, His teachings, and the church can often make us sad, anxious, and angry–even to the point of sinning ourselves. But while we must be careful not to fall victim or support them, perhaps we should remind ourselves that God Himself is patient. God is patient because He cares for all people but especially His children. Readings: Genesis 29:15-28; 1 Kings 3:3-14; Matthew 13:32-33, 44-52. 👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>

Long-suffering God | Rev. John Arnold

The parable of the sower describes the heart of the disciples who hear the Word of God and choose to respond to God's invitation. His invitation is free but does require a response!Readings:  Genesis 25:19-34;  Isaiah 55;  Matthew 13:1-9,18-23.👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ 👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

The parable of the sower describes the heart of the disciples who hear the Word of God and choose to respond to God's invitation. His invitation is free but does require a response! Readings: Genesis 25:19-34; Isaiah 55; Matthew 13:1-9,18-23. 👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>

The Sower, The Seed And The Invitation | Rev. Aaron Eime

There is a time to hear the message of the King and that time is now. But having ears to hear includes submitting ourselves to follow the message of the King. In the end, we will submit to the message of a king, a god. The question that we should ask ourselves is do we want to submit to the gods we make or to the God that made us. When we submit to the gods we make, even though it is because we are seeking our own benefit, our own lusts, and our own selfishness it will only burden us and make us like those gods we make–vain, self-righteous, self-absorbed. Submitting to the God who made us does mean that we look to serve–serve the orphan, the widow, our neighbour, and all those who God loves (which includes those who would be his enemies). But even so, this burden is well worth bearing, for it is not wearisome and following His commands is true rest for our souls.Readings: Genesis 25:19-34;  Isaiah 55;  Matthew 13:1-9,18-23.👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ 👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

There is a time to hear the message of the King and that time is now. But having ears to hear includes submitting ourselves to follow the message of the King. In the end, we will submit to the message of a king, a god. The question that we should ask ourselves is do we want to submit to the gods we make or to the God that made us. When we submit to the gods we make, even though it is because we are seeking our own benefit, our own lusts, and our own selfishness it will only burden us and make us like those gods we make–vain, self-righteous, self-absorbed. Submitting to the God who made us does mean that we look to serve–serve the orphan, the widow, our neighbour, and all those who God loves (which includes those who would be his enemies). But even so, this burden is well worth bearing, for it is not wearisome and following His commands is true rest for our souls. Readings: Genesis 25:19-34; Isaiah 55; Matthew 13:1-9,18-23. 👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>

The Yoke of the Gods | Rev. John Arnold

Jesus ends his challenging discourse on discipleship (Matthew 10) by assuring us that we will be rewarded for even the smallest act of kindness (cup of cold water) to another disciple.  We often miss the challenges in what we consider to be “easy" acts of obedience.  Yet what appears to be relatively simple commands that come with little personal cost may be just as challenging as facing persecution or taking up our cross.  Equally, we often fail to see the benefits and blessings that come by doing seemingly small and insignificant acts of hospitality and loving kindness.Readings: Genesis 22:1-19;  Galatians 6:1-10;  Matthew 10:40-42.👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ 👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

Jesus ends his challenging discourse on discipleship (Matthew 10) by assuring us that we will be rewarded for even the smallest act of kindness (cup of cold water) to another disciple. We often miss the challenges in what we consider to be “easy" acts of obedience. Yet what appears to be relatively simple commands that come with little personal cost may be just as challenging as facing persecution or taking up our cross. Equally, we often fail to see the benefits and blessings that come by doing seemingly small and insignificant acts of hospitality and loving kindness. Readings: Genesis 22:1-19; Galatians 6:1-10; Matthew 10:40-42. 👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>

The Easy Stuff? | Rev. David Pileggi

The essence of discipleship is attachment, and discipleship to Jesus involves transferring our primary loyalty from family, ethnic group or nation to Jesus Himself.  Such changes can be difficult and costly as we see clearly in the life of Abraham. He was called to surrender his past and was prepared to give up his future (sacrifice of Isaac) and struggled in the present while waiting for God to fulfill his promises. Tempted by his fears, Abraham took short cuts that had long-lasting repercussions. Despite his many difficulties Abraham matured and his story should encourage  us to address our own fears and lack of faith that hinders our allegiance to Jesus.Readings: Genesis 21:8-21;  Romans 6:1b-11;  Matthew 10:24-39.👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ 👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

The essence of discipleship is attachment, and discipleship to Jesus involves transferring our primary loyalty from family, ethnic group or nation to Jesus Himself. Such changes can be difficult and costly as we see clearly in the life of Abraham. He was called to surrender his past and was prepared to give up his future (sacrifice of Isaac) and struggled in the present while waiting for God to fulfill his promises. Tempted by his fears, Abraham took short cuts that had long-lasting repercussions. Despite his many difficulties Abraham matured and his story should encourage us to address our own fears and lack of faith that hinders our allegiance to Jesus. Readings: Genesis 21:8-21; Romans 6:1b-11; Matthew 10:24-39. 👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>

Leaving the Past, Giving up the Future | Rev. David Pileggi

Paul concludes his instructions on how to Walk Worthy of the Lord by focusing on three things. First, Paul urges the Colossians to be watchful in prayer and in thanksgiving. While others may be vulnerable you should be praying for them and keep the watch in the night. Secondly, Paul urges his readers to pray for the opportunity to speak the mystery of Christ. And when those opportunities come, to be found walking in wisdom and speaking graciously but also "seasoned with salt", knowing how to speak to each person we meet. Finally, to walk worthy of the Lord, we do not walk alone.

Colossians: Walk Worthy Of The Lord | Chapter 4:1-18

Today compassion is considered to be a fundamental value in our society yet it is often confused with doing symbolic acts that cost us little. In contrast, the ministry of Jesus was motivated by a costly compassion which he expected his disciples to emulate. Jesus not only models the compassion that God has for his fallen creation but surely learned from the example of his earthly father Joseph.  When sending out the Twelve Apostles, Jesus gives them authority to bring his redemptive presence into the lives of the sick, oppressed, ostracized and those without direction.  The Twelve learn empathy and compassion by living with and depending on those to whom they are sent to help.Readings: Ezekiel 34:1-16;  Mathew 9:35-10:23.👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ 👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

Today compassion is considered to be a fundamental value in our society yet it is often confused with doing symbolic acts that cost us little. In contrast, the ministry of Jesus was motivated by a costly compassion which he expected his disciples to emulate. Jesus not only models the compassion that God has for his fallen creation but surely learned from the example of his earthly father Joseph. When sending out the Twelve Apostles, Jesus gives them authority to bring his redemptive presence into the lives of the sick, oppressed, ostracized and those without direction. The Twelve learn empathy and compassion by living with and depending on those to whom they are sent to help. Readings: Ezekiel 34:1-16; Mathew 9:35-10:23. 👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>

Learning Compassion the Jesus Way | Rev. David Pileggi

Paul encourages the Colossians to “Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus”. Does this give us permission to do as we like, as long as it is in the name of Jesus? Drive out the infidels! … in the name of Jesus. Do as I say, woman! … in the name of Jesus. Absolutely not, we are to be compassionate, kind, humble, meek and patient. Wives and Husbands, children and parents, even bond-servants and masters are all to bear with one another, love one another, forgive one another, even as–and this is where it gets difficult to do things in the name of, or in the authority of Jesus–even as the Lord has forgiven you. If we truly want our families and societies to thrive, perhaps we should start by following these commands.

Paul encourages the Colossians to “Whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus”. Does this give us permission to do as we like, as long as it is in the name of Jesus? Drive out the infidels! … in the name of Jesus. Do as I say, woman! … in the name of Jesus. Absolutely not, we are to be compassionate, kind, humble, meek and patient. Wives and Husbands, children and parents, even bond-servants and masters are all to bear with one another, love one another, forgive one another, even as–and this is where it gets difficult to do things in the name of, or in the authority of Jesus–even as the Lord has forgiven you. If we truly want our families and societies to thrive, perhaps we should start by following these commands.

Colossians: Walk Worthy Of The Lord | Chapter 3:12-25

The word believe also means trust in Hebrew. We are all called to trust the Lord and take courage to walk that calling in faithfulness. Faith is more than believing in something, it’s also something you do.Readings: Genesis 12:1-9;  Psalm 33:1-12;  Matthew 9:9-13,18-26.👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ 👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem

The word believe also means trust in Hebrew. We are all called to trust the Lord and take courage to walk that calling in faithfulness. Faith is more than believing in something, it’s also something you do. Readings: Genesis 12:1-9; Psalm 33:1-12; Matthew 9:9-13,18-26. 👉🏼 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  👉🏼 This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>

The Call to Faithfulness | Rev. Aaron Eime

Sermons, lectures and teachings from Christ Church Jerusalem, founded 1849 as a center of prayer for all nations with worship reflecting the Jewish context of the gospel.

If we are alive in the Messiah, we should walk worthy of our Lord. This means putting away things that are wrong, such as sexual immorality, greed, and covetousness. It also means living a life worthy of the Lord in our mind, heart, and tongue, even when it comes to our neighbours who are culturally, economically, politically, or socially different from us.In the time of Paul, the Colossians were no different from much of the Greek world. They did not follow the same moral rules and laws that God declared to be right and good. But, as the Colossians saw God treat all people the same, they were all called to walk in the same way, worthy of the Lord–whether Greek or Jew; slave or free; male or female.

If we are alive in the Messiah, we should walk worthy of our Lord. This means putting away things that are wrong, such as sexual immorality, greed, and covetousness. It also means living a life worthy of the Lord in our mind, heart, and tongue, even when it comes to our neighbours who are culturally, economically, politically, or socially different from us. In the time of Paul, the Colossians were no different from much of the Greek world. They did not follow the same moral rules and laws that God declared to be right and good. But, as the Colossians saw God treat all people the same, they were all called to walk in the same way, worthy of the Lord–whether Greek or Jew; slave or free; male or female.

Colossians: Walk Worthy Of The Lord | Chapter 3:1-11

The command to go and make disciples provides the perfect end to Matthew's gospel.  The 1st Century context of Matthew's story includes the Jewish practice of discipleship.  More than a set of doctrines or practicing spiritual disciplines, discipleship is attachment to a person. As Paul reminds us, a good way to become a disciple of Jesus is by imitating others who model His life for us.  All who seek to make disciples must first be discipled themselvesReadings: Genesis 1:1-2:4a;  Daniel 7:9-13;  Matthew 28:16-20.Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

The command to go and make disciples provides the perfect end to Matthew's gospel. The 1st Century context of Matthew's story includes the Jewish practice of discipleship. More than a set of doctrines or practicing spiritual disciplines, discipleship is attachment to a person. As Paul reminds us, a good way to become a disciple of Jesus is by imitating others who model His life for us. All who seek to make disciples must first be discipled themselves Readings: Genesis 1:1-2:4a; Daniel 7:9-13; Matthew 28:16-20. Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Ties that Bind | Rev. David Pileggi

Walk in the Lord! There are many paths to walk in this world but so many are empty. It is the Messiah who was raised from the dead. It is the Messiah who triumphed, who is God, who is above all and is head of the Church. And it is through the Messiah that we can be full, not full of ourselves, mind you, but full of life (as we also have been raised from the dead of our trespasses). And yet, too often, we go back to what is empty.

Colossians: Walk Worthy Of The Lord | Chapter 2:1-23

Reuven Doron

This week, Reuven Doron leads us from Genesis through Revelation. While Pentecost is the day we remember God fulfilling His promise of the giving of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Spirit is, and always has been, God. And the whole breadth of Scripture declares that the Holy Spirit has been, and will always be, involved with God’s creation and people.Readings: Acts 2:1-21;  Numbers 11:24-30;  John 7:37-39.Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

This week, Reuven Doron leads us from Genesis through Revelation. While Pentecost is the day we remember God fulfilling His promise of the giving of the Holy Spirit, the Holy Spirit is, and always has been, God. And the whole breadth of Scripture declares that the Holy Spirit has been, and will always be, involved with God’s creation and people. Readings: Acts 2:1-21; Numbers 11:24-30; John 7:37-39. Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

Come Holy Spirit! | Reuven Doron

Paul continues to speak of the Colossians' inclusion in the Saints and asks them to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord. He turns their attention to the head of the Church–Jesus. Jesus, the creator of all, reconciled the Colossians to God. They were reconciled not because of their greatness or piety, but because of Jesus' blood. Through Jesus, they can be presented to God as holy and blameless.The Colossians were not taught by the great apostles or disciples of Jesus. Neither were they rich or pious. Paul, an Apostle, became a deacon for the Colossians. He shared what he could and encouraged them but it was God who called them and Jesus was their head. Although it mustn’t be forgotten that through a relatively unknown man, Epaphras, they heard the gospel preached and turned to God.

Paul continues to speak of the Colossians' inclusion in the Saints and asks them to walk in a manner worthy of the Lord. He turns their attention to the head of the Church–Jesus. Jesus, the creator of all, reconciled the Colossians to God. They were reconciled not because of their greatness or piety, but because of Jesus' blood. Through Jesus, they can be presented to God as holy and blameless. The Colossians were not taught by the great apostles or disciples of Jesus. Neither were they rich or pious. Paul, an Apostle, became a deacon for the Colossians. He shared what he could and encouraged them but it was God who called them and Jesus was their head. Although it mustn’t be forgotten that through a relatively unknown man, Epaphras, they heard the gospel preached and turned to God.

Colossians: Walk Worthy Of The Lord | Chapter 1:15-29

The ascension of the Lord is the majorly transitional point in the human story. Jesus has done all His work and now it is up to the Church to take the good news from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth.Readings: Acts 1:1-11;  Daniel 7:9-14;  Luke 24:44-53.Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

The ascension of the Lord is the majorly transitional point in the human story. Jesus has done all His work and now it is up to the Church to take the good news from Jerusalem to the ends of the earth. Readings: Acts 1:1-11; Daniel 7:9-14; Luke 24:44-53. Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

Feast of the Ascension | Rev. Aaron Eime

The Epistles are generally written to address an issue in a Church. The Epistle of Colossians never directly addresses what Paul is may be trying to correct, but as we study Colossians we might be able to deduce something of the problem he is addressing. Meanwhile, Paul is grateful that the gospel going around the world has resulted in bearing fruit. Faith has brought results that are visible and tangible, for in the Hebraic context faith is something you can see, not something locked inside your head. In keeping with this metaphor of ‘bearing fruit’ Paul urges his readers to be filled with the knowledge of the will of God as well as to possess wisdom and spiritual understanding. Gaining these attributes: knowledge, wisdom and understanding, which appear to be on the surface as aspects of the academic realm, actually prompt the believer to a ‘walk worthy of the Lord’ producing good work. Knowledge (etc) leads to changed lives.

Colossians: Walk Worthy Of The Lord | Chapter 1:1-14

A Place For You  | Rev. David PileggJesus told his disciples, "I go to prepare a place for you." We have a tendency to spiritualize these words, so we assume that Jesus is only talking about the world to come.  Yet throughout the Hebrew Bible we see God’s provision of a place for His people that we only enter through love and obedience. Jesus invites us to that place where we can fully participate in the relationship He has with Father -  – a.k.a. eternal life.Readings:SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTERI John 3: 1-3, 11-24 Psalm 116John 14:15-21Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

A Place For You | Rev. David Pilegg Jesus told his disciples, "I go to prepare a place for you." We have a tendency to spiritualize these words, so we assume that Jesus is only talking about the world to come. Yet throughout the Hebrew Bible we see God’s provision of a place for His people that we only enter through love and obedience. Jesus invites us to that place where we can fully participate in the relationship He has with Father - – a.k.a. eternal life. Readings: SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER I John 3: 1-3, 11-24 Psalm 116 John 14:15-21 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

A Place For You  | Rev. David Pileggi

The Way, the Truth and the Life | Martin LiferJohn 14:1-14 and Acts 7:55-60 give us the Good News of how to live, pray, and go even through death fully trusting in Jesus  as The Way, The Truth, and The Life Jesus is not as simply another rabbi or visionary pointing to God. Jesus is God’s Son Who  is One with the Father. In his death, resurrection &amp; ascension, our Lord &amp; Savior prepared a place for his believers to be with Him in his Father’s House forever. Jesus is El-Emet (God, The Truth) of Psalm 31:5, so we can pray in His Name, ask anything in His Name, and commit our spirit to Him. In Acts 7:59-60, Stephen, the first Christian martyr, does so: committing his spirit to the ascended Lord and asking Him not to hold the acts of the persecutors (including Saul) against them. Readings: Acts 7: 55-60; Psalm 31; John 14:1-14Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

The Way, the Truth and the Life | Martin Lifer John 14:1-14 and Acts 7:55-60 give us the Good News of how to live, pray, and go even through death fully trusting in Jesus as The Way, The Truth, and The Life Jesus is not as simply another rabbi or visionary pointing to God. Jesus is God’s Son Who is One with the Father. In his death, resurrection &amp; ascension, our Lord &amp; Savior prepared a place for his believers to be with Him in his Father’s House forever. Jesus is El-Emet (God, The Truth) of Psalm 31:5, so we can pray in His Name, ask anything in His Name, and commit our spirit to Him. In Acts 7:59-60, Stephen, the first Christian martyr, does so: committing his spirit to the ascended Lord and asking Him not to hold the acts of the persecutors (including Saul) against them. Readings: Acts 7: 55-60; Psalm 31; John 14:1-14 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

The Way, the Truth and the Life | Martin Lifer

Salvation &amp; Abundant Life | Rev. David PileggiToday our Gospel reading is John 10, Jesus the Good Shepherd. The context is John 9, the account of a blind man who was thrown out of the community, a victim of crude theology (which some of us may retain in part). It was in this situation that Jesus responded, “I am the Good Shepherd … I came to give life to the full.”  The benefits of salvation are found in the flock that Jesus shepherds, in His community. (Acts 2: 42-47).Readings: Acts 2:42-47, Psalm 23, John 10:1-10Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/ This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

Salvation &amp; Abundant Life | Rev. David Pileggi Today our Gospel reading is John 10, Jesus the Good Shepherd. The context is John 9, the account of a blind man who was thrown out of the community, a victim of crude theology (which some of us may retain in part). It was in this situation that Jesus responded, “I am the Good Shepherd … I came to give life to the full.” The benefits of salvation are found in the flock that Jesus shepherds, in His community. (Acts 2: 42-47). Readings: Acts 2:42-47, Psalm 23, John 10:1-10 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>  This sermon is also available on our YouTube channel: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.youtube.com/christchurchjerusalem</a>  Listen to this sermon and more on our podcast. Search for Christ Church Jerusalem in Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or your favorite podcast app.

Salvation & Abundant Life | Rev. David Pileggi

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9 June 2019 - On Pentecost Sunday, Rev. David Pileggi tells us that New Testament teaches that Holy Spirit is available to everyone. God gives his Spirit freely, but maintaining relationship with the Father calls for costly discipleship, holiness. "If you love me, you will obey what I command." We are to respond to God's gift of deliverance in gratitude. What does the Holy Spirit do in John? The Holy Spirit brings the presence of Jesus to us. It allows us to enter into the Divine Community. The Holy Spirit does what Jesus does, what the Father does. The goal of having the Spirit is for all in Messiah go out to be witnesses of the Jesus Messiah.Readings: Acts 2:1-21; John 14:8-17, 25-27Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

9 June 2019 - On Pentecost Sunday, Rev. David Pileggi tells us that New Testament teaches that Holy Spirit is available to everyone. God gives his Spirit freely, but maintaining relationship with the Father calls for costly discipleship, holiness. "If you love me, you will obey what I command." We are to respond to God's gift of deliverance in gratitude. What does the Holy Spirit do in John? The Holy Spirit brings the presence of Jesus to us. It allows us to enter into the Divine Community. The Holy Spirit does what Jesus does, what the Father does. The goal of having the Spirit is for all in Messiah go out to be witnesses of the Jesus Messiah. Readings: Acts 2:1-21; John 14:8-17, 25-27 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Pentecost: Holy Spirit and the  Divine Community

Welcome to our Deuteronomy Bible study. Join Rev. Aaron Eime as we start to walk through the fifth book of the Torah, which makes commentary on the previous four. Deuteronomy is quoted or alluded to more than 100 times in the New Testament. reflecting its popularity during the second temple period. Moses is the traditional author of the Book on Deuteronomy, with an unknown author and redactor adding the account of the death of Moses and presumably other sections of the Torah. Jewish tradition says that the redactor of the Torah is Joshua. The Book is known as Sefer Devarim in Hebrew (the Book of Words), in Greek it is called Deuteronomy following a mistranslation in the Septuagint of ‘Mishneh Torah’ in Chapter 17vs18. The Book appears to be the longest monologue in the entire Bible, presented by Moses who at the start of his career complains to God that he can’t speak. Somewhere along the line Moses has become quite erudite indeed.Notes for this study can be found at  http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/sermons/study-last-words-of-moses-deut/ ‎Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Welcome to our Deuteronomy Bible study. Join Rev. Aaron Eime as we start to walk through the fifth book of the Torah, which makes commentary on the previous four. Deuteronomy is quoted or alluded to more than 100 times in the New Testament. reflecting its popularity during the second temple period. Moses is the traditional author of the Book on Deuteronomy, with an unknown author and redactor adding the account of the death of Moses and presumably other sections of the Torah. Jewish tradition says that the redactor of the Torah is Joshua. The Book is known as Sefer Devarim in Hebrew (the Book of Words), in Greek it is called Deuteronomy following a mistranslation in the Septuagint of ‘Mishneh Torah’ in Chapter 17vs18. The Book appears to be the longest monologue in the entire Bible, presented by Moses who at the start of his career complains to God that he can’t speak. Somewhere along the line Moses has become quite erudite indeed. Notes for this study can be found at <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/sermons/study-last-words-of-moses-deut/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/sermons/study-last-words-of-moses-deut/</a> ‎ Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Deuteronomy 1:1-8 - Bible study

On the third Sunday in Lent, Rev. David Pileggi walked us through Psalm 95, which is about the enthronement of God. Why are we enthroning God? Because He is the only God. He deserves our worship not only for who He is but also for what He has already done. The psalm references Exodus 17, when the children of Israel forgot God's faithfulness and questioned his presence. Sin entered their hearts, deceived them so they lacked faith and gratitude. We must be careful that we do not harden our hearts in this time of scarcity and uncertainty. Our response should be dependence on the Lord rather than trying to control situation. Let us encourage one another, in this time of quarantine, to take time to hear God's voice, so that our hearts are not hardened.Readings: Exodus 17; Psalm 95; John 4:5-26Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

On the third Sunday in Lent, Rev. David Pileggi walked us through Psalm 95, which is about the enthronement of God. Why are we enthroning God? Because He is the only God. He deserves our worship not only for who He is but also for what He has already done. The psalm references Exodus 17, when the children of Israel forgot God's faithfulness and questioned his presence. Sin entered their hearts, deceived them so they lacked faith and gratitude. We must be careful that we do not harden our hearts in this time of scarcity and uncertainty. Our response should be dependence on the Lord rather than trying to control situation. Let us encourage one another, in this time of quarantine, to take time to hear God's voice, so that our hearts are not hardened. Readings: Exodus 17; Psalm 95; John 4:5-26 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Psalm 95: Do not harden your heart in a time of fear

Jonathan Edwards

Rev. Gerald McDermott, in the run up to Pentecost/Shavuot, spoke on “Jonathan Edwards and the Holy Spirit.” Gerald is the Anglican chair at Beeson Divinity School. His research focus has been three-fold: Jonathan Edwards, Christian understandings of other religions, and the meaning of Israel. McDermott has produced six books on Edwards; his Theology of Jonathan Edwards (coauthored with Michael McClymond) won Christianity Today’s 2013 award.Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Rev. Gerald McDermott, in the run up to Pentecost/Shavuot, spoke on “Jonathan Edwards and the Holy Spirit.” Gerald is the Anglican chair at Beeson Divinity School. His research focus has been three-fold: Jonathan Edwards, Christian understandings of other religions, and the meaning of Israel. McDermott has produced six books on Edwards; his Theology of Jonathan Edwards (coauthored with Michael McClymond) won Christianity Today’s 2013 award. Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Lecture: Jonathan Edwards & the Holy Spirit

1 December 2019 - Rev. David Pileggi, on the first Sunday of Advent, has us consider Jesus' words in Matthew 24 as we remind oursevles of his second coming. In this remembering and preparing, we must live in the paradox the breaking in of the Kingdom continues to redeem even as we wait for Jesus' return. Yes, Jesus is coming back, but he is active among us now when we gather in his name, when we come to his table. Jesus has words of admonition for us as we wait for him; he does not want us to be complacent nor deceived nor terrified. All of us will be confronted with the unexpected. In order to be prepared to stand before our judge, we have to live a life of obedience that keeps us in a state of spiritual readiness.Readings: Isaiah 2:1-5; Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:36-44Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

1 December 2019 - Rev. David Pileggi, on the first Sunday of Advent, has us consider Jesus' words in Matthew 24 as we remind oursevles of his second coming. In this remembering and preparing, we must live in the paradox the breaking in of the Kingdom continues to redeem even as we wait for Jesus' return. Yes, Jesus is coming back, but he is active among us now when we gather in his name, when we come to his table. Jesus has words of admonition for us as we wait for him; he does not want us to be complacent nor deceived nor terrified. All of us will be confronted with the unexpected. In order to be prepared to stand before our judge, we have to live a life of obedience that keeps us in a state of spiritual readiness. Readings: Isaiah 2:1-5; Romans 13:11-14; Matthew 24:36-44 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Advent I: Jesus is coming yet he's among us now

3 Nov 2019 - All Saints Day is one of the seven major feasts of the church. Rev. John Howanstine tells us that the holiday calls us to persevere and endure. We, the redeemed by Messiah, are not just saved into heaven but we are recruited into the procession of the more-than-conquering saints. We don't walk with Jesus alone but with one another. And we walk not just with those who are immediately around us but also with those who have gone on before us, the great cloud of witnesses. Let us remember our identity in Jesus, especially when we suffer. We are not victims but saints of Messiah King Jesus.Readings: Daniel 7:1-3; 15-16; Ephesians 1:11-23; Luke 6:20-31Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

3 Nov 2019 - All Saints Day is one of the seven major feasts of the church. Rev. John Howanstine tells us that the holiday calls us to persevere and endure. We, the redeemed by Messiah, are not just saved into heaven but we are recruited into the procession of the more-than-conquering saints. We don't walk with Jesus alone but with one another. And we walk not just with those who are immediately around us but also with those who have gone on before us, the great cloud of witnesses. Let us remember our identity in Jesus, especially when we suffer. We are not victims but saints of Messiah King Jesus. Readings: Daniel 7:1-3; 15-16; Ephesians 1:11-23; Luke 6:20-31 Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

All Saints Day: Remembering our Future

Rev. Aaron Eime walks us through Acts 1:4-14, where Jesus commands his disciples to wait in Jerusalem for a gift from God. The Holy Spirit is a Gift. Not something purchased, borrowed, bargained, nor deserved and certainly not a right. Promise of the Holy Spirit comes with Power. What does it mean to have power? Jesus says the purpose of the Power is to be a witness of Jesus to the ends of the world. Aaron also looks at Jesus' ascension to heaven and angels.Notes for this study can be found at http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Rev. Aaron Eime walks us through Acts 1:4-14, where Jesus commands his disciples to wait in Jerusalem for a gift from God. The Holy Spirit is a Gift. Not something purchased, borrowed, bargained, nor deserved and certainly not a right. Promise of the Holy Spirit comes with Power. What does it mean to have power? Jesus says the purpose of the Power is to be a witness of Jesus to the ends of the world. Aaron also looks at Jesus' ascension to heaven and angels. Notes for this study can be found at <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/</a> Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Acts 1:4-14 - Bible Study

Rev. Aaron Eime and Neville Jones will be leading us through a study of the Book of Acts. In this first session, they will look at how to read Acts as sacred history, the possible purposes of the book of Acts, the identity of the author Luke, and the how Acts mentions the Holy Spirit more times than any other book of the Bible.Notes for this study can be found at http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Rev. Aaron Eime and Neville Jones will be leading us through a study of the Book of Acts. In this first session, they will look at how to read Acts as sacred history, the possible purposes of the book of Acts, the identity of the author Luke, and the how Acts mentions the Holy Spirit more times than any other book of the Bible. Notes for this study can be found at <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/</a> Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Acts of the Holy Spirit - Intro

Rev. David Pileggi walks us through Saul's proclaiming the Gospel in Damascus after encountering the risen Jesus Messiah. We'll also look at Peter's ministry on the coast and the raising of Dorcas.Notes for this study can be found at http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/sermons/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Rev. David Pileggi walks us through Saul's proclaiming the Gospel in Damascus after encountering the risen Jesus Messiah. We'll also look at Peter's ministry on the coast and the raising of Dorcas. Notes for this study can be found at <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/sermons/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/sermons/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/</a> Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Acts 9:18-10:3 - Bible Study

Rev. Aaron Eime looks at what the Holy Spirit does, where he shows up in Scripture and how Jewish theology of the Holy Spirit developed in the Second Temple period. Then Aaron jumps into the text of Acts, looking at chapter 1, versus 1-3.Notes for this study can be found at http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/

Rev. Aaron Eime looks at what the Holy Spirit does, where he shows up in Scripture and how Jewish theology of the Holy Spirit developed in the Second Temple period. Then Aaron jumps into the text of Acts, looking at chapter 1, versus 1-3. Notes for this study can be found at <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/study-acts-of-the-holy-spirit/</a> Blessed by our teachings? Consider saying thank you with a small (or large) donation. <a href="http://www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.christchurchjerusalem.org/donate/</a>

Acts 1:1-3 - Bible Study

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