Who Is This Man?
April 13, 2021
Don’t follow the disciples’ example in this passage and seek Truth in gossip, rumor and conspiracies. Turn to the source of Truth. Turn to Christ. … More Who Is This Man?
Author: Jeremy Berg
The Rev. Dr. Jeremy Berg is the founding and lead pastor of MainStreet Covenant Church in Minnetonka Beach, MN, where he has served since 2010. He is an adjunct professor of Biblical and Theological Studies who has taught classes at Bethel University, University of Northwestern—St. Paul, North Central University, Crown College, and Solid Rock Discipleship School. Jeremy earned a doctorate in New Testament Context under Scot McKnight at Northern Seminary (Chicago). He and his wife, Kjerstin, have three kids, Peter, Isaak and Abigail.
The Island of Misfit Pastors
April 13, 2021
I often feel like I am treading water in a sea of strong and savvy senior pastors, watching them stand proudly at the helm of their mighty cruise ships, while I barely keep afloat while clinging desperately to a piece of driftwood—ancient driftwood that may contain the secret to our true pastoral calling. … More The Island of Misfit Pastors
The Good Pastor
April 9, 2021
My fancy bound dissertation came in the mail this week! In the coming days, I want to share several excerpts from the introduction and concluding sections of my thesis. … More The Good Pastor
Easter Movie Recommendations
April 6, 2021
As a dad of 3 curious children, these faith films offer great pathways into discussions about Easter and the story of Jesus. This past week we enjoyed two in particular that I thought I would recommend to others. … More Easter Movie Recommendations
WATCH: “Resurrection Vomit” (Easter 2021)
April 3, 2021
This Easter we explore Resurrection through the lenses of the Jonah story and hear a sermon we’ll not soon forget, “Resurrection Vomit.” … More WATCH: “Resurrection Vomit” (Easter 2021)
The Day Between
April 3, 2021
What might we be missing when we jump from Good Friday to Easter Sunday? What happened on Holy Saturday? … More The Day Between
Dark, Cramped, & Stinky (Good Friday Vigil)
April 2, 2021
Like Jonah’s experience in the belly, the past year can be summed up as “Dark, Cramped, & Stinky.” This Good Friday let us join Jonah in the belly of the fish, to imaginatively enter into his experience and ponder his prayer from the depths. And anticipate Resurrection! … More Dark, Cramped, & Stinky (Good Friday Vigil)
I’m a Doctor!
March 26, 2021
I’m thrilled to share my past four years of doctoral studies has resulted in a thesis that has been approved. You can call me Dr. J if you want! :) I have been researching sages & students in the ancient world, and having the time of my life with renowned New Testament scholar Scot McKnight. … More I’m a Doctor!
The Tale of the Cursed Fig Tree (Audio Drama)
March 25, 2021
I’m excited to release today a new audio dramatization of my “Tale of the Cursed Fig Tree.” What if the fig tree that Jesus cursed could tell his side of the story? This is an imaginative retelling of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem to shouts of “Hosanna!” during his last week, and how his fate … More The Tale of the Cursed Fig Tree (Audio Drama)
WATCH: Snake Bite
March 14, 2021
We’ve all been bitten by the Serpent of Old, and the venom of sin in all its various forms courses through our veins. Where can we LOOK for healing? Jeremy’s message from John 3:14 and Num. 21 with scripture readings by Peter & Isaak Berg. … More WATCH: Snake Bite
WATCH: The Raging Fury of God’s Love
March 6, 2021
For this 3rd Sunday of Lent we have music by Jeremy, Scripture reading by Isaak Berg, and a message by Pastor Bill on Jesus’ “temple tantrum” in John 2:13-22. Enjoy! … More WATCH: The Raging Fury of God’s Love
This is the Way (Skye Jethani)
March 5, 2021
Dominionism, and the Christian nationalism it has spawned, are antithetical to the cross. It is a false gospel and those who preach it have their minds set on the things of man (fear, power, and control) and not the things of God (faith, hope, and love). … More This is the Way (Skye Jethani)
Wisdom Shouts on the Street Corner
March 3, 2021
In the Hebrew Scriptures, God’s Wisdom is personified as a woman calling out in the streets, trying to get the attention of busy passers by. DI Audio attempts to join Lady Wisdom in shining light onto the intersection of faith and everyday life. … More Wisdom Shouts on the Street Corner
Ashes & Oil
March 2, 2021
This year Ash Wednesday felt even darker than other years. A service that ends with ashes smeared on your forehead with the words, “From the dust you came, and to dust you shall return,” is always a bit of a downer. But our mortality feels a bit more real, perhaps, after a year that claimed … More Ashes & Oil
WATCH: Holy Spit!
February 27, 2021
Sometimes Jesus needs to invade our personal space, even spitting in our face and poking us in the eye, in order to get our attention and help us see more clearly. In this Sunday sermon, Jeremy explores Mark 8. … More WATCH: Holy Spit!
NEW: Audio Devotions On-the-Go
February 26, 2021
Introducing short 5-minute audio reflections on your phone to brighten your day and illuminate your path. We are committed to helping you grow in Jesus-shaped wisdom through more innovative, on-the-go discipleship resources. … More NEW: Audio Devotions On-the-Go
MLK on Pandering to Religious Consumers
February 18, 2021
We so easily become bound by a common social status or style of music rather than by Jesus’ word, table, or cross because in a free market the customer, rather than Christ, is king. … More MLK on Pandering to Religious Consumers
What do you think?
February 17, 2021
What do you think of these six leadership qualities? Which is lacking most among leaders today? Which is the hardest for you? … More What do you think?
WATCH: A Double Portion for the Narrow Way
February 14, 2021
This week’s sermon looks at Elijah/Elisha as a model master/discipleship relationship and what this remarkable story can teach us about following Jesus today. Plus some flashbacks from Jeremy’s Israel trip one year ago. Text: 2 Kings 2:1-12. … More WATCH: A Double Portion for the Narrow Way
Church, Don’t Go Back to Normal
February 10, 2021
Having thousands of people attending your church, whether it be in person or online, doesn’t indicate that you have a healthy church. It means you have a popular church. The number of views on your Facebook video don’t always translate into hearts being changed. … More Church, Don’t Go Back to Normal
The Impress of a Friend’s Hand Upon His Letter
February 9, 2021
I love words. I especially love when God stoops down and kisses us through another’s words. The Word becomes flesh again and makes His presence known through a thoughtful card from a friend, or an encouraging chat over coffee, or a personal letter from a pastor. … More The Impress of a Friend’s Hand Upon His Letter
Quotables: Mark Twain on the Right Words
February 8, 2021
“The difference between the almost right word and the right word is really a large matter—it’s the difference between the lightning bug and the lightning.” -Mark Twain … More Quotables: Mark Twain on the Right Words
WATCH: Postures of the Heart (Jonnie)
February 7, 2021
Are our hearts open and receptive to God? Jonnie explores this question in the Gospel of Mark. … More WATCH: Postures of the Heart (Jonnie)
The Woman at the Laundromat
February 1, 2021
Her life was forever changed the night the Living Waters came looking for her in a lonely laundromat on the wrong side of the tracks in the pouring rain at midnight. … More The Woman at the Laundromat
WATCH: Jesus Induced Panic Attack
January 30, 2021
Pastor Bill Johnson gives a fresh take on Jesus’ confrontation with the man with an evil spirit in Mark 1:21-28. … More WATCH: Jesus Induced Panic Attack
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