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April 27, 2026 Mitch Bedzyk

The Reign of the Resurrected Messiah

April 27, 2026 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study eschatology

When we think about "eschatology" we must begin with the resurrection and reign of Jesus the Messiah. In other words, eschatology is Christology.

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last adam and life-giving spirit

Christ the Last Adam, Life-Giving Spirit, and Man of Heaven

April 13, 2026 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study 1 Corinthians

Jesus is the Last Adam, life-giving Spirit, and man of heaven, who possesses resurrection life and confers it to his church.

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Christ the Firstfruits and Federal Head

April 2, 2026 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study adam

Just as sin and death came through Adam, so now life comes through Jesus Christ, and those who belong to him will be raised just as he was.

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If Christ has not been raised

If Christ Has Not Been Raised…

April 2, 2026 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study death

Denying the resurrection not only makes Christianity meaningless but also has tragic consequences for a world subject to sin and death.

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strange fire of ananias and sapphira

Ananias and Sapphira’s “Strange Fire”

March 18, 2026 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Connecting Scripture acts

Situating the infamous story of Ananias and Sapphira in its canonical context can answer some of the troubling questions that are often raised.

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Resources on Baptism and Membership

January 19, 2026 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk The Church

Resources to help you think more biblically about baptism and meaningful membership in the local church

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The Gospel of the Messiah

January 7, 2026 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study Gospel

The story of Christ's death and resurrection "in accordance with the Scriptures" forms the gospel, the good news of Jesus the Messiah.

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A Summary of Spiritual Gifts from 1 Corinthians 12-14

A Summary of Spiritual Gifts from 1 Corinthians

December 14, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study love

Reflections on spiritual gifts, love, edification, and order from our study through the spiritual gifts in 1 Corinthians 12-14

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Love: A Foretaste of the Future

Love: A Foretaste of the Future

December 10, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk The Church 1 Corinthians

Several implications can be drawn from Paul's hymn to love which we would do well to ponder as new creations in Christ.

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Paul and the end of the world

Paul and the End of the World as We Know It

September 12, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study eschatology

In 1 Corinthians 7, is Paul discussing the end of the world as we know it, or is there another way to make sense of Paul's cryptic phrases?

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The body is for the Lord pt2

The Body Is for the Lord, part 2

August 8, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study

In 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 Paul us reminds that our bodies are defiled by sexual immorality and the dwelling of the Holy Spirit.

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The Body is for the lord, part 1

The Body Is for the Lord, part 1

August 7, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study

In 1 Corinthians 6:12-17 Paul reminds us that our bodies are destined for resurrection and designed for union with Christ.

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The Rock was christ - The example of Israel

“The Rock was Christ”: The Exodus and the Example of Israel

August 7, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study Israel

The church, as part of the renewed Israel in Christ Jesus, must consider and learn from the example of Israel in the exodus.

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Ingredients for Repentance

The Recipe for Repentance

June 4, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Bible Study depravity

Psalm 51:1-9 gives us the ingredients for repentance and shows us that repentance is the way to life for both ruined and redeemed sinners.

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Liturgy FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Liturgy

April 9, 2025 Posted By: Mitch Bedzyk Life at ECC

Here are some more frequently asked questions about the life and liturgy of our church, why we worship the way we do.

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Christ the Firstfruits and Federal Head

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