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Podcast: Erin Church of the Nazarene
Episode: A Tale of Two Gospels: Jesus Pursues and We Choose
Description: Pastor Daniel Medders opens by celebrating ECN’s recent growth, clarifying a small attendance math mistake from the prior Sunday, and offering practical ways to support continued growth through inviting others, improving parking flow, and making room for families and those with mobility needs. He introduces the message, “A Tale of Two Gospels,” by preaching two short sermons from Matthew that sit only 36 verses apart: the lost sheep in Matthew 18, which highlights God’s pursuit, awareness of the one missing, and the value of every person, and the rich young ruler in Matthew 19, which highlights surrender, trust, and the real res...