The Bertonians

Spiritual Rhythms: AN EASIER YOKE

Part six of an ongoing series titled The Spiritual Rhythms of Jesus. In the time of Jesus, every rabbi had a "yoke." Jesus does not offer freedom from a yoke, but an alternative one. In this message, Pastor Alex explores the urgency of taking on Jesus' yoke. Scripture: Matthew 11:28 Resources: Slides:⁠⁠ View Slides [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/jtzafjc4jdi0pnbuixok8/An-Easier-Yoke.pdf?rlkey=aidt4k8gsjs8r1nix50g4mq37&st=vbwktk72&dl=0]⁠⁠ Essay:⁠⁠ Read the Accompanying Essay⁠⁠ [https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/s67OLQhaiGRS8] Connect: ⁠www.sanberto.com/links [www.sanberto.com/links]

Spiritual Rhythms: FASTING

Part five of an ongoing series titled The Spiritual Rhythms of Jesus. The disciples of John were confused as to why Jesus did not fast. Although Jesus does not model fasting for Christians, his response to them reveals that he expected his disciples to fast after his departure. In this message, Pastor Alex explores the purpose of fasting and practical steps to get started. This episode explores why rest is part of the way of Jesus. Scripture: Matthew 9:15-17 (Cf. Mk 2:18–22; Lk 5:33–39) Resources: Slides:⁠View Slides⁠ [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/nq749zrymmv5yujmcp10l/Fasting-2.0.pdf?rlkey=686023vchvmcwa0zx8zlu90zp&st=ulx2s4ie&dl=0] Essay:⁠Read the Accompanying Essay⁠ [https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/ZgdSareTHXhF4] Connect: www.sanberto.com/links [www.sanberto.com/links]

Spiritual Rhythms: REST

Part three of an ongoing series titled The Spiritual Rhythms of Jesus. The disciples returned from ministry exhausted, overwhelmed, and unsure of what came next. In a moment when the pressure only increased, Jesus gave them an unexpected invitation: to step away and rest. This episode explores why rest is part of the way of Jesus. Scripture: Mark 6:30–32 Resources: Slides: View Slides [https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/yc2rqgdyn1as8ghj37xs7/Rest-2.0.pdf?rlkey=88ucdr6hr4buowjmq27yal0l4&e=1&st=ih7gub7i&dl=0] Essay: Read the Accompanying Essay [https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/MzveFBHN4isRb] Connect: www.sanberto.com/links [https://www.sanberto.com/links] Support the Podcast [https://www.buymeacoffee.com/sanberto]

The Best Easter Service I ever Attended

I got three things for you on this video: 1. a new merch drop, 2. a book update, and 3. an Easter reflection. This is a video you can watch on Spotify or YouTube. On all other platforms it will be just audio. Get the Hineni short here: https://www.bonfire.com/store/sanberto/ Here are some resources that can help you in creating devotional practice: Logos Bible Software- www.logos.sjv.io/sanberto Goodies- www.sanberto.com/links #Bible #Biblescholar #christianity #Jesuschrist

Spiritual Rhythms: PRAYER

This is part three of an ongoing series titled The Spiritual Rhythms of Jesus. The disciples had prayed their whole lives, yet when they watched Jesus pray, they knew they still had something to learn. This episode explores why prayer is not something we outgrow, but something we keep learning. Scripture: Luke 11:1 Links: www. sanberto.com/links Slides: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/o006x1zt34t30pphmq7wu/Prayer-2.0.pdf?rlkey=9yho9c01fnr5qn26g77c3vebm&st=4ugppf74&dl=0 Accompanying Essay: https://new.express.adobe.com/webpage/agEM2T45hBe9A Donate: www.buymeacoffee.com/sanberto