Part 11: Revealed & Reconciled
Message
- REVEAL yourself honestly. Genesis 45:1–3
- Healing begins when truth is spoken aloud.
- Grace does not heal what is hidden.
- REFRAME your pain under God’s providence. Gen 45:4–8
- Acknowledge human sin without denying divine sovereignty.
- Let faith rewrite your story through God’s larger plan.
- RECONCILE — Move toward those you’ve been separated from. Genesis 45:9–15
- Grace takes the first step — 'Come close to me.'
- Express compassion through word and action.
- RESTORE — Provide generously for others’ good. Genesis 45:16–24
- Love gives tangibly — with resources, not just words.
- Guard restored relationships — 'Don’t quarrel on the way.'
- REVIVE hope in the hearts of the weary. Gen 45:25–28
- Tell what God has done so others can believe again.
- Be a carrier of hope to those who have lost it.
APPLICATION:
- If God is prompting honesty — speak truthfully.
- If He’s reframing your pain — trust His providence.
- If He’s calling you to forgive — move toward reconciliation.
- If He’s blessed you — restore generously.
- If you’re weary — remember your Joseph is alive.
Announcements
NEXT SUNDAY: Join us next week for Part 12 of our series going through the life of Joseph titled “Raised to Reign” as Joseph reveals his identity to his family. See you next week!
THANKS FOR COMING! We’re glad you are here, and we hope you’ll make yourself right at home. If you are visiting with us today, we would love for you to fill out a Connection Card and place it in the offering box; or you can scan the QR code and fill it out that way! Also, please feel free to pick up a Welcome Bag on the back table. We hope you are inspired and encouraged today!
SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER: Please join us every Sunday morning at 9:20 in the conference room right off the front lobby to pray for our church and our community. Let’s seek the LORD’s presence and trust him through prayer together.
YOUTH CONNECT: Today at the Webb’s home from 4:00 to 6:00. Come on over to grow in the Lord and have a great time connecting! 4445 Story Rd, St Cloud
FINANCE & INVESTING WORKSHOP: Join us Sunday, November 9th from 12-2 for a practical seminar on how to manage and invest finances, with helpful tools and resources. Scan the QR code and write “Finance” today.
STEP 1: BLUEPRINT FOR BELONGING. TODAY, Sunday, Dec 14th at 12:00 is our introduction to The Connection. We will get to know one another and learn about the blueprint for our church and is our first step in membership. Lunch is included. Write “Blueprint” on your connection card or scan the QR code.
MISSION SUNDAY: Nov 16th we will be celebrating and learning about the mission trips as well as participating in our silent auction to help fund our trips. Hope to see you there!
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: We are collecting and sponsoring shoe boxes again this year to give a child in need a happy Christmas with presents and the Good News of Jesus. Check out the display in the lobby and take one home to fill. Return by November 9th.
COMMUNION SUNDAY NEXT WEEK: Join us next Sunday for our communion meal. Please bring a side dish to share. This is a great time for fellowship and encouraging one another in the Lord.
THANKS FOR GIVING: We have an offering box that you may contribute in. You may also donate through our App or online through our website: www.connectionchurch.net. Thank you for giving to The Connection ministry.
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