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.

Church or State: Where do our hopes & passions lie?

October 20, 2010

Scot McKnight at Jesus Creed is raising that touchy but crucial issue of national idolatry. I love America, democracy and the freedoms we enjoy in this great nation.  I listen to my share of political talk and love keeping up on the latest debates.  BUT….I also see many Christians who are far more interested and … More Church or State: Where do our hopes & passions lie?

MainStreet Revolution Kick-Off – Oct. 25 @ Threshold

October 18, 2010

In 2005, I was part of spearheading a teen ministry in Mound called the Revolution.  This ministry used music outreach events to draw teens to hear about the revolutionary message of Jesus.  Out of these “attractional” events, we invite students to join the revolution by attending The Way of the Revolutionary Bible Study that began … More MainStreet Revolution Kick-Off – Oct. 25 @ Threshold

McKnight on Al Mohler & the ‘Evangelical Shift’

October 14, 2010

This is a big deal for those like me who find themselves, as the Internet Monk used to say, “wandering about in the Evangelical wilderness in search of a more Jesus-shaped Christianity.”  I think Scot McKnight is spot on in his analysis of the recent Albert Mohler cover story in Christianity Today and I stand … More McKnight on Al Mohler & the ‘Evangelical Shift’

Greg Boyd Puts the “Smack Down” on Mark Driscoll’s Jesus

September 28, 2010

Which Jesus do you follow?  This is the most significant question we can ask.  The New Testament declares that Jesus is the full and accurate picture of the invisible God.  When you stare into the face of Jesus, you’re looking into the face of Almighty God.  So, what kind of a God does Jesus reveal? … More Greg Boyd Puts the “Smack Down” on Mark Driscoll’s Jesus

The Voice Influencing American Evangelicals (by Scot McKnight)

September 27, 2010

Scot McKnight has a great post and challenge to the American church — especially conservative Evangelicals — to avoid the politicization of the church.  He makes the claim that the most influential voice upon Evangelicals today is not Jerry Falwell, Billy Graham or James Dobson, as in past decades, but FoxNews.  Specifically he names Sean … More The Voice Influencing American Evangelicals (by Scot McKnight)

Youth Group Manifesto – Shine Like Stars!

September 26, 2010

Here’s a repost I thought relevant for youth groups kicking off a new school year! -JB Do everything without grumbling and arguing, so that no one can criticize you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, shining like bright lights amidst a crooked and perverse generation. Hold firmly to the word of life; then, on the … More Youth Group Manifesto – Shine Like Stars!

“Bring It On” by Brandon Hull

September 8, 2010

Here’s another post from our friend Brandon Hull. You can read more of his stuff at Pushing Through Concrete. ———————————— I’m tired of feeling like I can’t succeed. I’m tired of thinking that I can’t be freed I’m constantly battered by regret and remorse and the negative emotions are controlling my course at what point … More “Bring It On” by Brandon Hull