Small acts of obedience lead to greater plans, and sometimes unexpected trials (Gen. 37:13-14; Dan. 3:16-18; Acts 5:27-29):a.  Embrace daily duties; trust bigger divine     purposes.b.  Challenges shape character; trust in blessings       ahead.The pain of betrayal by someone close feels like a descent into darkness. (Gen. 37:18-20; Ps. 55:12-14; Mt 26:47-50; 27:5-7; Zech 11:12-13):a.  Seek healin...  Read More

Genesis 37:1-11Loved by the Father. (vv. 1-4)BackgroundIsrael’s (Jacob) Love for JosephThe Famous RobeThe Brother’s HatredHated by His Brothers. (vv.. 5-8)Destined for Glory. (vv. 9-11)Application:Don’t spit out the medicine.Bow to the Son.Trust God’s plan in your rejection. NEXT SUNDAY: Next Sunday, Join us as we continue our new series Jesus in the LIfe of Joseph. See you next Sunday.THANKS FOR ...  Read More

Genesis 25:19-34, 29:31-30:24Strife from the Start. (Vv. 25:19-34)A Home Divided. (VV. 29:31-30:21)The Stage for Joseph’s Story. (Vv. 30:22-24)Jesus’ genealogyApplication:Begin the work of forgiveness.Lay generational sin at the cross.Walk in your new identity Christ offers. NEXT SUNDAY: Next Sunday, Join us as we continue our new series Jesus in the LIfe of Joseph. See you next Sunday.THANKS FOR ...  Read More

SEEK and Recognize Jesus' PresenceJesus is present and active, even when His presence is not immediately visible. Lk 24:1-6, John 20:15Be open to His presence in everyday life.  Luke 24:13-16ENGAGE with Scripture to Discover JesusScripture reveals the presence of Jesus when engaged with understanding, look for it!       Lk 24:25-31Implement a daily plan and pray for spiritual insight and revelatio...  Read More

Value and Prioritize Wisdom. Proverbs 4:5-9Wisdom is a priceless treasure, highly valued above all else. Proverbs 4:5-7, James 1:5Embrace and seek wisdom, for it leads to honor and life. Proverbs 4:8-9, 1 Cor. 1:24Walk the Righteous and Right Path. Proverbs 4:10-19Avoid the path of wickedness, which leads to darkness and sin. Proverbs 4:14-17, John 8:34Choose the path of righteousness, which grows...  Read More

Keep your focus on God to overcome fear. 1 Sam 21Fear can lead to desperate measures. 1 Sam 21:2ffFear can lead to dangerous actions. 1 Sam 21:10-15Recognize the consequences of defective theological vision. 1 Sam 22David’s big view of God builds trust, even when David is on the run. 1 Sam. 22:1-5Saul’s small-to-nonexistent concern for God leads to paranoia, even on the throne.Consequences of defe...  Read More

Bread from heaven:Manna: Moses Exodus 16God provided physical food as a gift, but the people died. Ex. 16:4They had to gather it daily according to God’s plan. Ex. 16: 20, 27Bread of Life: JesusJesus provides food that endures to eternal life. Jn 6:27The work of God is this: To believe        John 6:28-29Eat this food daily: The Word. Jn 1:1-4,     Mt. 4:4, Jn 6:68The Rock:The desert Rock. Exodus ...  Read More

The apparent hiddenness of God does not indicate the uncaring absence of God. Genesis 37God was present but unseen by Joseph at Dothan, as he is sold into slavery by his brother Judah. Genesis 37:18, 36-37God was present and seen by Elisha at Dothan. 2 Kings 6:13The sins of the fathers pass down through the generations, but even then, God’s grace is at work.Jacob deceived his father with the skin ...  Read More

Glory: God honored him. 2 Cor. 12:1-6By visions and revelationsClear directionGreat encouragementThorns: God humbled him. 2 Cor. 12:7-8Reasons for suffering:Sometimes we suffer because we are human.Sometimes we suffer because we are foolish and/or disobedient.Sometimes God uses suffering to build godly character.Responses to suffering:Become bitter and blame God and others.Give up and deconstruct....  Read More

Hebrews 13A Call To Live as a Faithful Community. (vv. 1-6)Love one another like family.Open your home to strangers.Remember prisoners and the mistreated.Stay faithful in marriage.Be content, not consumed with money.Living Under Christ’s Lordship. (vv. 7-9,17-19)Imitate your leader’s faith, not just their words.Stay anchored in Christ.Submit to godly leaders who care for your soul.Pray for your le...  Read More

Hebrews 12:14-29Pursue What Matters. (vv. 14-17)Peace with everyone.Holiness before God.What gets in the way?Failing to grasp grace.Letting bitterness take root.Trading the eternal for the immediate.Worship From Where You Stand. (vv. 18-24)Mount Sinai: The mountain of fear.Mount Zion: The mountain of grace.Do Not Refuse The One Who Speaks. (vv. 25-29)The Warning: Don’t turn a deaf ear to God.The s...  Read More

1. Work hard.He who works his land will have abundant food, but he who chases fantasies lacks judgment.  Prov. 12:11, Col. 3:23-24.Our work is our worship: Hebrew word AvodahWork: Genesis 2:15 – “The LORD God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work (avodah) it and keep it.” Exodus 34:21 – God, in renewing the covenant with Moses, says, “Six days you shall work (avodah),”Worship: Exo...  Read More