Oops...a quick note about the Sunday message.

Hello CGNE Family!

In yesterdays message I made reference to a popular TV Show family in the 1950’s, that was somewhat confusing. My wife and I were discussing it later in the evening and we realized that the picture I put in the slideshow was NOT the family I was describing in my message! We laughed and cringed at the possible misunderstandings that could be construed. First, thanks to my wife for pointing out the mistake! Second, I thought it would be good to clarify that the show I was intending to mention was Father Knows Best.

To reiterate my point, the common image of “family” depicted in pop-culture (and the values they attempted to normalize) have always been marred been imperfect from the 1950’s to 2019. Also, these depictions don’t necessarily reflect our personal family experiences nor do they depict an accurate picture of the first century Jewish understanding of “OIKOS.” Nevertheless, we have a tendency to read scripture through our cultural and personal lenses. It is my hope to point out the influences in order to present Jesus with a proper understanding of the culture in which He resided.

I hope this clarifies any confusion that may have happened and may we shed our false lenses to see Yeshua as He came to us!

For the King & His Kingdom,
Erik Thien
Lead Pastor