Ebenezer Baptist Church Saskatoon

Every single one of us has a testimony worth sharing. Whether you've walked with Jesus for days or decades, your story matters and has the power to strengthen faith, encourage others, and bring glory to God.In John 9, we see a powerful example of this truth. A man born blind receives his sight from Jesus, and despite opposition from religious leaders, he boldly declares: "One thing I do know. I was blind but now I see." The more he shared his story, the stronger his faith became. His testimony didn't just transform him—it challenged wrong beliefs and pointed others to Jesus.Your story isn't ultimately about you—it's about the One your story points to. When you share what God has done in your life, you're not making it about yourself; you're giving glory to Him. Be ready. Be willing. Your testimony could be exactly what someone needs to hear today.

Today, we're continuing our "Engaged" series by exploring a crucial aspect of discipleship: the inward relationship we share within the body of Christ.How do we grow together as believers? Peter gives us the blueprint in 1 Peter 4:8-10: love deeply, show hospitality without complaint, and use our gifts to serve one another. These aren't just suggestions—they're essential practices for spiritual maturity.We'll dive into the powerful concept of "paraclete"—a word describing the Holy Spirit who comes alongside us. But here's the exciting part: as the Spirit fills us, we're called to paraclete one another, stirring each other on to good works. This is the heart of authentic Christian community.Join us as we discover what it means to truly engage with our brothers and sisters in Christ and become faithful stewards of God's grace in all its forms.

In our distracted, worried, and upset world, Jesus offers a surprisingly simple solution: sit at His feet and listen.When Martha was overwhelmed with preparations and responsibilities, Jesus didn't give her a better organizational system. Instead, He pointed to Mary, who chose to sit at His feet and listen to His word. "Mary has chosen what is better, and it will not be taken away from her" (Luke 10:42).We're busy. We wear it like a badge of honor. But how is that actually working for our relationship with God? The most important things in life won't happen by accident—they happen because we choose to prioritize them. Jesus invites you to meet with Him daily, but He won't force you. Will you choose, like Mary, to sit at His feet?Above all the noise and demands, one thing is needed. Dwell in the house of the Lord, gaze on His beauty, and seek Him (Psalm 27:4).

As we enter the season of Lent, we're exploring the final week of Jesus' life—and it starts with an unexpected choice. Jesus, the King of Kings, rode into Jerusalem on a borrowed, unridden donkey. Not a war horse. Not a royal chariot. A humble donkey.Here's the beautiful truth: that donkey reveals everything about the kind of King Jesus is. A spiritual King bringing peace, not war. An eternal King who owns nothing temporary. A gracious King offering relationship over religion. And most incredibly—a deserved King who came for the undeserved.Just as a firstborn donkey could only be redeemed by the sacrifice of a perfect lamb, we who are unclean by nature can only be saved through Jesus, our perfect Lamb. This Lent, take time to ask: "Who is this?" and let your life answer: "Jesus, You are my King."

Are you standing strong, or getting knocked around by every new teaching and opinion? In Ephesians 4:14-16, Paul challenges us with a powerful truth: spiritual infancy is a normal beginning, but it's never meant to be our destination.We live in a world of cunning schemes and crafty arguments designed to pull us away from truth. But here's the hope: we don't grow alone. Christ has given us His body, the church, where we mature together through speaking truth in love. When we're truly connected to each other and to Christ our head, we build the strength to stand against the waves.The question isn't just "Am I growing?" but "Am I close enough to others in the body that they can speak truth into my life?" Growth happens in relationship, knit together by Christ who nourishes and sustains us.It's time to grow up, together.

Are we truly ONE church? The watching world notices when Christians who claim the same gospel can't get along. Paul reminds us in Ephesians 4:4-10 that there is ONE body, ONE Spirit, ONE hope, ONE Lord, ONE faith, ONE baptism, ONE God and Father of all.The greatest proof that the church IS needed isn't in our programs or buildings—it's in our UNITY. When Jesus conquered sin and death, He didn't create competing teams. He formed ONE victorious body, each member equipped with spiritual gifts to fulfill the Great Commission together.The question isn't which denomination is "right"—it's whether we're walking worthy of our calling. Are we functioning as one team under one Coach (the Holy Spirit) with one message of hope? This week, examine what takes God's place in your heart. Sunday monotheism but weekday polytheism won't fulfill the church's calling.

What are you praying for in 2026? As we begin this new year, the Apostle Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3:14-21 challenges us to pray bigger—not for a better outer world, but for a transformed inner world.Paul prays for two powerful things: that God would strengthen us by His Holy Spirit so Christ may dwell in our hearts, and that we would truly KNOW the love of God—not just in our heads, but experientially, in the depths of our being. Life doesn't consist in an abundance of possessions. True joy is found in loving relationships and in experiencing God's presence.This year, let your prayer be that your inner world would grow, that your character would be transformed, and that you would become more like Jesus. Remember: you're praying to a God who has glorious riches and is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine. There is no lack with Him.

Faith Over Fear | MaryWhat do you do when God’s call disrupts everything you had planned?In this message from Luke 1:26–38, we step into the extraordinary yet deeply human moment when Mary—a young woman from an overlooked town—receives the most world-changing calling in history. Far from being distant or untouchable, Mary’s story reveals fear, uncertainty, and the cost of obedience when God asks us to trust Him beyond our understanding.Gabriel’s repeated words, “Do not be afraid,” remind us that God’s calling often comes wrapped in discomfort—but never without His provision. Faced with the risk of shame, rejection, and loss, Mary chose faith over fear of people, surrender over self-preservation, and trust over clarity.This passage challenges us to wrestle with a timeless question:Are we willing to say yes to God when obedience feels risky?Mary’s humble declaration—“I am the Lord’s servant”—did more than change her life. It opened the door to salvation for the world. Her story invites us to consider how our own obedience, even in uncertainty, might become a blessing to others and a magnifier of Jesus.🎧 Listen, reflect, and be encouraged to trust God when the path forward isn’t clear—because nothing is impossible with Him.

This powerful exploration of Luke 1:5-25 takes us into the lives of Zechariah and Elizabeth during what the text describes as 'some of the darkest days' under King Herod's reign. Yet it's precisely in this darkness that God begins writing one of history's most beautiful stories. We encounter a faithful couple who have endured decades of disappointment and social shame due to their inability to have children. Their story reminds us that sometimes our deepest pain isn't in what we've lost, but in the good things we never got to experience—the marriage that didn't happen, the career that didn't materialize, the dreams that remained unfulfilled. But here's the breathtaking truth: God sees us in our suffering, and our story doesn't end with our disappointment. When the angel Gabriel appears to Zechariah with news of an impossible pregnancy, we witness something remarkable—God is answering a prayer that Zechariah probably stopped praying decades ago. This teaches us that God's experience of time is radically different from ours; He picks up exactly where He left off 400 years prior in the book of Malachi, showing that He is never slow in keeping His promises, only patient. Even Zechariah's doubt and subsequent discipline reveals a tender truth: God will fulfill His plans in our lives even when we need correction along the way. The birth of John the Baptist wasn't just about one couple's redemption—it was preparing the way for a child who would take away not just one woman's disgrace, but the disgrace of the entire world.