Posts with the category “genesis”
Adam's Faithful Lineage
August 17th, 2025
Genesis 5 is more than a list of names—it is a sobering reminder that “and he died” echoes through every generation of Adam’s line. Yet in Christ, the second Adam, death is no longer our defeat but ou... Read More
A Genealogical Excursus
August 10th, 2025
Even the genealogies—those long lists we’re often tempted to skim—are breathed out by God and profitable for us. In Genesis 5, we’re reminded that Scripture was written not to conceal but to reveal, i... Read More
Humanity Needs More Than Itself
August 3rd, 2025
In Genesis 4:17-26, we see humanity rapidly multiplying but steadily drifting further away from God, highlighting that human efforts alone are insufficient to solve our deepest problems. This passage ... Read More
Overcome By Evil
July 27th, 2025
In Genesis 4, the account of Cain reveals the sobering reality of humanity’s inherent sinfulness and its destructive consequences. This passage illustrates how sin can dominate and overcome the human ... Read More
Have it Your Way
July 20th, 2025
In Genesis 4, the story of Cain and Abel reveals the danger of approaching worship on our own terms rather than God's. Through Cain's tragic choices, we see the effects of original sin and the critica... Read More
The First Family Relates to God
July 13th, 2025
Genesis 4 offers a sobering glimpse into life after Eden, as the devastating effects of sin quickly emerge in the first family through the tragic story of Cain and Abel. While Adam and Eve may have ho... Read More
A Fur Coat & an Eviction Notice
July 6th, 2025
Genesis 3 reveals the deep consequences of humanity’s first sin—shame, brokenness, and death—yet through it all, God’s grace shines as He pursues, questions, and promises redemption before delivering ... Read More
The Fallout Part 3
June 1st, 2025
In Part 3 we explore humanity’s fall into sin and the pain and struggle it brings into every part of life, from our homes to our daily labor. Yet even in judgment, God demonstrates remarkable mercy, i... Read More
The Fallout Part 2
May 25th, 2025
In Part 2 of The Fallout, we continue looking at Genesis 3 and explore the immediate consequences of humanity’s fall into sin, highlighting God's curse on the serpent and the first promise of the gos... Read More
The Fallout Part 1
May 18th, 2025
This message explores the immediate aftermath of Adam and Eve’s sin, highlighting their instinct to cover their guilt and hide from God. It illustrates the universal human impulse to self-atone and av... Read More
A Good Creation Gets Better (Marriage, Part 3)
February 9th, 2025
Marriage is not just about personal happiness but about reflecting God's design. It is a lifelong covenant between one man and one woman, meant to display Christ’s love for His church. When we embrace... Read More
A Good Creation Gets Better (Marriage, Part 2)
February 2nd, 2025
Pastor Jake explores God's design for marriage based on Genesis 2, emphasizing that marriage serves God's purposes rather than personal fulfillment.... Read More
A Good Creation Gets Better (Marriage, Part 1)
January 26th, 2025
Marriage is not just about companionship; it serves a greater purpose in God's design. Marriage is meant to advance God’s kingdom not simply fulfill personal desires. When we view marriage rightly, we... Read More
Adam's Charge
January 19th, 2025
Adam was given the responsibility to exercise dominion, and Eve was created as his necessary helper to carry out that mission. In this, we see that marriage is ultimately about serving God’s kingdom t... Read More
A Garden of Life & Delight
January 12th, 2025
The sermon reflects on Genesis 2 and how the Garden of Eden showcases God’s generosity, sovereignty, and care for humanity. Despite abundant provision, Adam and Eve still doubted God's goodness, leadi... Read More
Light Shines Into The Darkness
November 23rd, 2024
We explore the profound moment when God speaks light into existence in Genesis 1:3. This act of creation reveals God's immense power and serves as a metaphor for His work in our lives—bringing spiritu... Read More
Literally, How It All Began
November 19th, 2024
In this sermon, Pastor Jake dives into Genesis 1, exploring the profound truth of God's creation of the heavens and the earth. This sermon highlights the earth's initial formless and void state, the d... Read More
World, Meet Your Maker (Part 1)
September 10th, 2024
We dive into the opening of Genesis, exploring its foundational truths about God as Creator and King. This message highlights how Genesis shapes the Christian worldview, answering life's deepest quest... Read More
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