Written by Micah Eldridge
Psalm 133 gives us some insight into the spiritual significance of unity: “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity… For there the Lord bestows his blessing, even life forevermore” (v. 1, 3).
God’s unique blessing is unleashed when God’s people are unified.
Read MoreAt Within Reach, we believe in teams and if not for those listed, we’d never be able to deliver this comprehensive picture of what is true of our city today and a compelling vision of what can be when the people of Jesus work together so that the Omaha Metro might flourish.
Read MoreAs we reflect on 2022 and prayerfully vision cast for 2023, I am convinced that as we, the people of Jesus, move from a spirit of unity toward a posture and practice of unity, that we can be an answer to Jesus’ prayer, “Our Father in Heaven…May your Kingdom come and your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.”
Read MoreI believe that one of our highest callings as Jesus-followers is to share His dream for what is possible when the presence of God fills the place we call home.
Read More“Prayer draws me to the source of perfect love, God Himself, and my soul finds rest in Him alone. (Psalm 62:1).” Written by Julie Eesley
Read MoreThe State of the City project exists to: identify the current demographic norms and trends of the Omaha Metro; reveal neighborhood history, values, and cultural tensions; discover the evangelistic/missional effectiveness of local churches; equip church leaders to be more informed, better connected, and fully engaged in evangelism efforts; and, provide strategic opportunities to address two to three of the unacceptable realities facing our city.
Read MoreGiving Tuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. At Within Reach, we believe that when the people of Jesus show up, the Holy Spirit fills us up, so that we might rise up to carry out his calling in our lives.
Read MoreAs City Serve 2021 kicks off, let’s revisit the why behind what we do. Written from the perspective of those who have served in past City Serve weeks, here’s a glimpse into the stories of impact that we’ve experienced before. Featuring guest writers: Robyn Clay, Lara Ray, and Connie Bissen.
Read MoreAt Within Reach, we absolutely LOVE this time of year as we prepare for City Serve, an unforgettable week of partnership, compassion, and service.
Read MoreIn 2020, lives were transformed, churches were planted, neighborhoods were impacted, the elderly were visited, the vulnerable were protected, food was distributed, and leaders were mobilized.
Read More“Your image was given to you by your Creator, which gives you inherent value and makes everyone you meet worthy of experiencing his honor through you." Miles McPherson
Read MoreSimply naming and elevating where we see God moving, and how grateful we are to be part of his kingdom agenda ignites the heart and inspires the imagination to courageously move forward!
Read MoreThese stories, stories of ordinary amateurs being used by God to reach the world, can and should give you the vision to see that Omaha and the world as Within Reach.
Read MoreHow do we respond in the face of tragedy? How do we help in the face of heartache? The Scriptures provide countless examples for how Jesus calls his people to respond in moments like these so that we become a blessing and alleviate burden for our city and its leaders.
Read MoreOver the days and weeks to come, we received countless comments and notes of gratitude: “Thank you for your support.” “You will never know how much it meant to receive your expression of support.” “It’s really thoughtful when others in our community understand the challenges we teachers will face this school year.”
Read MoreIn this season, I am reminded of the importance of our mission, “to give every man, woman, and young person the opportunity to say Yes to Jesus, that our city might be filled with the presence of Jesus.”
Read MoreDue to recent COVID-19 developments and our anticipation of increased restrictions on gatherings across the state, including their impact on our host-site for the Citywide Summit, we will be rescheduling the Summit to Nov. 4, 2021.
Read MoreUnlike any other time, the world needs leaders – ordinary women and men – who will embrace the call of Jesus to take the radical hope of Jesus to the places that we call home.
Read MoreMany of us might balk at placing a paint brush into the hands of a young child; however, Jesus did just that. He took the world's greatest story, entrusted it into our hands, and commissioned us to take his Good News into all the world.
Read MoreIt's powerful to see what can be done when the church bands together, leaves the building, and blesses the neighborhood!
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