Eagle Brook Church Podcast

What if it's true? What if believing in Jesus is the only way to heaven? Then believing in Him would mean a life of freedom and peace now and for eternity.

Arguments against the existence of God are common, and people often accuse Christians of having blind and ignorant faith. But God doesn’t ask us to check our brains at the door…we can have faith and use logic and experience to prove His existence.

Easter is a celebration of the world’s biggest event—the death and resurrection of Jesus. His resurrection gives us the power to close the gap between the life we have and the one we could have.

Every person matters to God, but we often have different opinions and beliefs—so how can we live in unity when we don't always agree? When we reach across the line that divides us, we can make it easier for people to know Jesus loves them, too.

We all strive to live productive, purposeful lives. God prunes and shapes our stories—but we have to stay connected to Him to continue to grow.

So many voices are clamoring for your attention these days. Who do you listen to—and can you distinguish God's voice above the noise?

Sometimes we can't see what God wants us to see. What might God be trying to show you?

You know that time you did that one bad thing? It was so bad you can't even say it out loud? If people find out, what will they think? Jesus didn't give up His life so you could hang onto one past sin or mistake. Despite the mess we make of our lives, God loves us.

Who do you follow? And not just on Instagram or Twitter—but who has your trust in real life? It's easy to get caught in the trap of being a Jesus consumer instead of a Jesus follower. We expect signs and wonders, but aren't willing to take on the cost that faith often requires.

It's so easy to believe that once I find my spouse, get that promotion or shake this anxiety—then I will be completely satisfied. But, it's only Jesus who can quench our thirst and remind us we are loved deeply by Him—exactly as we are.

Some of us feel defeated, empty, or dead inside. Or maybe we're alive, but not really living. When God's Spirit enters your life, everything changes. You feel alive, forgiven, and loved by God—and you experience peace.

You don't need your circumstances to be different. The same you in a different set of circumstances isn't the secret. Christ in you? That's the secret. The power of Christ is accessible to believers—you and me—WOW!

God's most stunning creation is a life transformed by Jesus. When we trade our old life for eternal life and declare our faith in Jesus—that's the biggest Wow. 

Maybe you were wow-ed at first by maple-bacon donuts—but now? Been there, done that. Falling snow is beautiful, but too much becomes inconvenient. God sent His Son so you could trade your old life for eternal life. Wow. But John 3:16? You could say it in your sleep. Join Teaching Pastor Jason Strand as he takes a deeper look at the truth of John 3:16 and how we can challenge the curse of familiarity.

Character is the foundation to all good relationships. Honesty, integrity, and trust are a few of the building blocks that lead to thriving relationships. But how do we grow our character? In this message, Senior Pastor Bob Merritt gives practical ways for our relationships to go well. Take a look—your relationships are counting on it!

Words are powerful—no debate. They can inspire and build up, but they can also destroy. So how do we choose our responses wisely? In his message, Teaching Pastor Jason Strand talks about the root cause of what the Bible calls "reckless words" and how we can better watch what we say—and how we say it.

We are called to live in community with each other—but we all know how messy that can be. Conflict happens, and we are left with a choice to lean in and have a crucial conversation or to walk away. Both are defining moments in our relationships. In this message, Senior Pastor Bob Merritt shares practical and biblical ways to help us navigate crucial conversations so that we can have healthy relationships.

God designed us to be in intimate relationships with one another—not physically, but emotionally and spiritually. In this message, Teaching Pastor Jason Strand challenges us to measure the amount of relational intimacy in our lives and encourages us to repair the ruptures that exist within our relationships.

Grab your coffee and cozy up at home for Eagle Brook Unplugged. We'll experience some acoustic worship from Eagle Brook Music and get a peek into the hearts of our teaching pastors through an unscripted conversation, celebrating where we've been and where we're headed.

All of us have broken pieces—broken relationships and dreams, brokenness in our bodies and souls. And sometimes we wonder if we’ll ever be whole again. In this message, Senior Pastor Bob Merritt reminds us that Jesus came to earth to heal our brokenness—and He’ll never give up on us.

For so many of us, anxiety can feel like an endless battle. But it’s a battle we don’t have to face alone. In this message, Jason Strand challenges us to invite God into our anxious moments and trust that He will give us exactly what we need, when we need it.

The world say that weakness is a problem—something to be ashamed of. But in this message, Senior Pastor Bob Merritt challenges us to stop viewing our weaknesses as drawbacks and start seeing them for what they really are: Ways for God to show up in our lives in big ways.

Troubles in this life are a guarantee. But how we respond to them? That’s up to us. In this message, Teaching Pastor Jason Strand challenges us to ask God for help rather than trying to get by on our own—because He is the ultimate refuge in times of trouble.

What’s the cure for soul fatigue—when you’re not just physically tired but weary deep in your soul? In this message, Senior Pastor Bob Merritt encourages us to truly surrender ourselves to God. Because only in surrender can we find true rest and peace.

Ever feel like quitting? You’re tired. You’re weary of dealing with the same sin, same fights, same issues. In this message, Teaching Pastor Jason Strand challenges us to endure when we feel like quitting and learn to trust God in the waiting.