Podcast by Genesis Church
Kristen Lunceford- When our lives are over, what will really remain? Through Psalm 78 and personal stories of faithful influence, we're reminded that legacy isn't about the possessions we leave behind but the faith, encouragement, and hope we intentionally pass on to others while we're still living. Every one of us has been given opportunities to invest in people today in ways that can impact generations to come.
Pastor Justin McKennon- Church isn't meant to be watched, it's meant to be lived. Join us this Sunday as pastor Justin explores God's call for every believer to move from being a spectator to an active participant in His Kingdom by serving others, using their gifts, and following the example of Jesus.
The power of influential relationships in our lives cannot be overstated. Figures like Deborah, Barak, Jael, Barnabas, Paul, Aquila, and Priscilla exemplify collaboration, courage, and mentorship. This week, Pastor DJ encourages us to build deeper connections by engaging in meaningful conversations, serving together, and supporting one another through challenges. Building genuine relationships fosters spiritual growth and community while helping individuals to prioritize personal connections over digital interactions.
Heather Gano- What does Jesus' love for children teach us about the Church today? In this message, Heather explores Mark 10:13–16, sharing her personal testimony of leaving the faith, experiencing God's grace, and finding her way back home. Discover why investing in children and teenagers is every disciple's responsibility—and how our stories can help lead the next generation to Christ.
DJ Uithoven- Love is a very familiar refrain in songs and music, even in our cynical modern era. That wasn't any different back in 1985 when the song and movie debuted as enormous hits. Propelling each other to box office success has forever intertwined Power and BTTF in history. We see love on display in each, but maybe even more critically, we see the need for love to be tough and durable. We will see the themes of commitment and perseverance play out as God intervenes in our world through His intense, unfailing love (hesed).
Pastor DJ Uithoven- “Hallelujah is a Hebrew word which means ‘Glory to the Lord.' The song explains that many kinds of Hallelujahs do exist. I say: All the perfect and broken Hallelujahs have an equal value. It's a desire to affirm my faith in life, not in some formal religious way but with enthusiasm, with emotion.“ - Leonard Cohen Leonard is right, Hallelujah should, and can, encompass our entire life. Jeff Buckley openly talked about the sensuality of his version of the song, but he misses the vibrancy of a life lived as if Hallelujah has staying power through it all. We will talk about what it means to truly live a life, full of ups-and-downs, like Hallelujah matters.
Pastor Justin Hege- Join us as we continue our Summer Jams series and take a deep look at living out a faith that steps away from the shallows and into a deeper trust in God.
Kristen Lunceford- Summer Jams is back, and one of Genesis' most anticipated series of the year kicks off this Sunday with a high-octane 80s movie anthem that nods to something deeply true about the Christian life: following Jesus will eventually lead us beyond what feels safe, predictable, and controllable. Join us as we explore what it looks like to trust God in uncomfortable places, move past a faith built entirely around comfort and self-protection, and remember that Jesus is still trustworthy when life feels uncertain.
We live like we have all the time in the world, but James reminds us that life is short and fragile. What if the way we're spending our time, money, and energy isn't aligned with what actually matters? This final week calls us to live with urgency, humility, and purpose anchored in prayer and committed to making an eternal impact.
Why is there so much tension, conflict, and unrest, even within us? James traces it back to something deeper: the kind of wisdom we're living by. There's a way of living driven by pride and self-interest and a way shaped by humility and peace. This week, we'll uncover what's fueling the battles in our lives and how to step into a better way.
Words are small, but they carry enormous power. They can heal or wound, build up or tear down, point people toward God or push them away. James says our words reveal what's really going on inside us. This week, we'll examine how our speech shapes our lives and how God wants to transform not just what we say, but our hearts behind it.
What if the kind of faith we claim to have isn't actually alive? James pushes us into uncomfortable territory by asking a bold question: if your faith doesn't move, is it even real? This week is about closing the gap between belief and action and stepping into a faith that actually shows up.
Pastor DJ Uithoven- Most of us would say we don't play favorites but our actions often tell a different story. Whether it's status, success, appearance, or influence, we can subtly treat people differently. James calls this out directly and reminds us that God's kingdom operates on a different standard. This week, we'll confront the biases we overlook and rediscover the power of mercy.
It's possible to sit in church, hear truth, and still miss transformation. James warns us about a subtle but dangerous deception: mistaking hearing for doing. This week challenges us to move beyond information into obedience and shows us what real faith looks like in everyday life.
Life is full of moments where the path forward isn't clear. Should I stay or go? Speak or stay silent? Trust or take control? James tells us that God generously gives wisdom. But there's a catch: we have to trust Him fully. This week, we'll explore how to hear God's direction in the middle of uncertainty and what might be keeping us stuck.
We all want a strong faith, but few of us want the process that builds it. James opens with a surprising truth: trials aren't obstacles to your faith, they're the environment where it grows. This week, we'll discover how God uses pressure, pain, and uncertainty to form something deeper in us and why what feels like breaking might actually be building.
Easter 2026- What do you do when life goes dark? Not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually—when a relationship fails, a diagnosis comes back, or the future you imagined disappears? We often believe that darkness is permanent, but Easter tells a different story. Join us as we discover why the resurrection didn't begin with bright lights, but "while it was still dark," and learn how hope is found right in the middle of our greatest pain.
Pastor DJ Uithoven- We all wear masks—at church, at work, even with God. But Lent isn't a season for pretending. It's a time to bring our real selves into the light. Jesus warns against performative faith: doing the right things for the wrong reasons, putting on a show while hiding our struggles. When we give up the need to appear perfect, we find deeper connection with God and others. Because the one who sees us fully, loves us fully.
Pride is sneaky. It doesn't always look like arrogance—it can show up in defensiveness, entitlement, or the refusal to admit we're wrong. Lent begins with an invitation to humility: to follow Jesus, who “made himself nothing” and chose the downward path of love. Giving up pride isn't about thinking less of ourselves—it's about thinking of ourselves less. As we give up the need to always be right, strong, or first, we make room for grace to reshape our hearts.
We all live by stories we tell ourselves. Stories about who we are, what we need, and how the world works. Some of those stories are true but many are not. Over time, these false narratives can quietly shape our hearts, fueling fear, control, or shame. This time of year invites us to bring those stories into the light. Jesus promises that truth leads to freedom, not condemnation. As we give up the lies we've learned to live by, God begins the renewing work of reshaping our minds and restoring our hearts.
Pastor Justin McKennon- We all carry wounds—but when those wounds turn into grudges, they start to carry us. Holding onto bitterness can feel justified, even protective, but it ends up being a prison. Forgiveness is hard—but it's not about excusing the hurt; it's about releasing its hold. Lent challenges us to unclench our fists and let go of the offenses that are slowly stealing our peace.
As Paul brings this epic letter to a close, he reminds the Church of something crucial: we are strengthened by a God who builds things to last. Not temporary fixes or shallow faith, but deep-rooted resilience. The same God who began a good work in you is the One who will carry it to completion. In a world where so much feels fragile and fleeting, this message calls us to trust in a strength that doesn't wear out, break down, or fade away.
As Paul closes his letter, he gives a surprising amount of attention to people—ordinary believers with extraordinary faithfulness. He names over two dozen individuals, reminding us that God's work happens not just through apostles, but through households, coworkers, risk-takers, and hard workers. This week we'll explore what it means to value people over platform, and how the Church grows through humble, relational investment.
As Paul wraps up his message to the Romans, he doesn't just offer blessings—he asks for backup. Paul knows that gospel work is hard and that no one is called to do it alone. This week reminds us that while not all of us are called to preach or travel like Paul, all of us are called to link arms through prayer, encouragement, and generosity. The mission advances when the church moves shoulder to shoulder.
Paul reflects on his ministry calling—to preach the gospel where Christ has not been spoken. His driving ambition isn't fame or comfort—it's that people who've never heard would hear. Paul models a holy ambition: a life gripped by the gospel and compelled to share it. This week challenges us to consider what shapes our ambition. Are we content with comfort, or are we willing to live for something eternal—something that reaches beyond us?
In a world that celebrates individualism, Paul opens Romans 15 by calling the strong to bear with the failings of the weak. Not for the sake of tolerance, but for the sake of love and unity. Jesus didn't live to please himself, and neither should we. This week challenges us to shift from personal preferences to shared purpose.
In Christ, we're truly free. But that freedom comes with a responsibility: not to tear others down, but to build them up. Paul makes it clear that even if something isn't wrong for you, it might become a stumbling block for someone else. And when that happens, love chooses restraint over rights. In a world obsessed with personal freedom, the way of Jesus calls us to something deeper. It calls us to a life of thoughtful, self-giving love. This week, we'll explore what it means to choose restraint, not because we have to, but because we care deeply about people.
At the heart of Romans 14 is a powerful reminder: because we belong to Jesus we're not responsible for managing someone else's spiritual journey. Paul challenges us to let go of the impulse to control, critique, or correct people over disputable matters and instead entrust them to the God who sees their heart. When we release the need to fix others, we make space for God to move. His timeline, in His way. This week is a call to trust and have confidence in God's ongoing work.
Paul opens chapter 14 by urging believers to stop dividing over “disputable matters,” whether it's dietary choices, Sabbath observance, or modern equivalents like politics, parenting styles, or personal habits. Paul reminds us that unity in Christ is more important than uniformity in practice. We're not called to police each other's convictions, we're called to create space for spiritual growth. This week, we'll explore what it means to lead with welcome, not judgment.
Pastor DJ Uithoven - What happens when mercy meets authority? Drawing from a personal encounter with unexpected grace and Jesus' powerful words in Matthew 11, we explore what it really means to give Jesus His rightful authority in our lives. Discover how true rest, healing, and renewal are found not in doing life our own way, but in surrendering to Jesus as King—through humility, obedience, and a deep love for His community.
All season long, we've explored the names Isaiah gave the coming Messiah. But on Christmas Eve, we lean into the one name that holds them all together: Savior. Jesus didn't just come to be wise, strong, loving, or peaceful—He came to save. To rescue us from sin. To redeem what's been broken. To offer us new life. Christmas isn't just a story of a birth—it's the arrival of salvation itself. Whatever your story, this Savior has come for you.
We long for peace—peace in our homes, peace in our minds, peace in our world. But peace isn't the absence of problems; it's the presence of a Person. Jesus, the Prince of Peace, doesn't just offer temporary calm—He brings wholeness, restoration, and reconciliation with God and others. Peace, then, came on Christmas, and it still comes to hearts open to Him.
Many people today carry wounds from distant, absent, or inconsistent father figures. But Isaiah tells us the Messiah would be called Everlasting Father—a picture of constancy, compassion, and care. Jesus reflects the heart of God perfectly: protective, nurturing, and always present. This title reminds us that we're not spiritual orphans. In Christ, we are deeply loved children of a Father who never lets go.
The child born in a manger is not just weak—He is Mighty God. That phrase almost feels like a contradiction, until you realize the paradox of Christmas: power wrapped in vulnerability, the divine swaddled in cloth. Jesus came not just to inspire us, but to fight for us. When life feels overwhelming—when the weight of the world is too much—we remember that the One who holds all things together is the same One who holds us.
Pastor Justin McKennon- Life is full of questions—about relationships, decisions, identity, and direction. But Isaiah reminds us that Jesus is the Wonderful Counselor—our guide who not only understands our struggles but walks with us through them. His counsel is personal truth rooted in grace. As we begin our walk through the Advent season, we're invited to bring our confusion, pain, and uncertainty to the One who listens, understands, and gently leads us home.
Paul pivots from politics to personal responsibility, reminding us that the Christian life is summed up in one command: “Love your neighbor as yourself.” It's the only debt worth having. It's a love that isn't passive—it wakes us up, sobers us, and motivates us to live as marked by it's purposes. This week's message calls us to shed apathy, live with urgency, and let love be our defining trait in a watching world.
Pastor DJ Uithoven Paul closes this section like a machine gun of holiness—rapid-fire instructions for radical love. Hate what is evil, cling to what is good, bless those who persecute you, live at peace, conquer evil with good. This isn't a checklist—it's the character of Christ. This message challenges us to let mercy move from theology to lifestyle, from belief to behavior.
In light of God's mercy and grace, how should we live? Paul says: offer yourselves. Worship becomes a daily choice to lay our lives down and use our gifts for others. This message explores what it means to be transformed—not just informed. You were made to serve, shaped for purpose, and gifted to build up the Body.
God's plan isn't just bigger than we think—it's better. Paul reveals a mystery: even in Israel's stumbling, God is working a redemptive plot twist that ends in mercy. He weaves together disobedience and grace, rebellion and rescue, into a story that's more beautiful than fair—it's merciful. And instead of tying it up with a tidy explanation, Paul bursts into worship. This week's message reminds us that we don't have to solve the mystery to trust the One behind it. Even when we don't understand the twists in the story, we can be confident that grace will have the final word.
God's mercy doesn't just restore—it expands. Paul uses the image of an olive tree to describe how Gentile believers are grafted into God's story by grace. But there's a warning too: don't get cocky. Pride forgets the root. This week explores both the humility and the honor of being included in God's family. We didn't earn our place—but we do have a part to play.
Paul starts with a bold declaration: God has not rejected His people. Even when it looks like hope is gone, God always preserves a faithful remnant. Paul points to Elijah's despair to show that even prophets get discouraged—but God's promises stand. This message speaks to anyone who has ever felt forgotten or wondered if their story is over. God is still writing, still calling, still faithful.
Kristen Lunceford- Fear is loud. Doubt is ever-present. And negativity spreads fast. But God gives us tools to protect our minds and anchor our thoughts in truth. This week, we'll look at how to build a peace-filled mindset, using scripture as a filter instead of fear as a forecast. You can't always control what you hear—but you can choose what you hold on to.
Most of our stress comes from trying to control things we were never meant to. We worry, manipulate, and strive—hoping to guarantee an outcome. But control is an illusion, and peace is found in surrender. This week, we'll talk about how letting go—of expectations, timelines, and outcomes—isn't giving up, it's trusting God more.
We're tired—not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually. And our exhausted state is causing our minds to run wild. This week, Jesus invites us to step out of the exhausting hustle and into His rhythm of grace. We'll explore how choosing rest is actually an act of faith that leads to peace.
We all worry—about our families, our finances, our future. Sometimes anxiety whispers; sometimes it screams. But God invites us to something better: a peace that goes beyond understanding. This week, we'll learn how to turn our worries into prayers and discover that when we invite God into our anxiety, He brings a peace that's deeper than any quick fix.
If grace is within reach and salvation is for everyone, then the news simply must be shared. Paul connects the promise “everyone who calls” with the need for preachers—and asks: how will people call if they've never heard? This second message turns outward: salvation isn't just personal—it's missional. We who've experienced grace have become its messengers—using our words to lovingly tell God's story of redemption.
Pastor DJ Uithoven- Paul carves open the difference between self‑centered zeal and heart‑centered faith. In a culture that prizes religious performance, the gospel flips the script—righteousness isn't something you earn, it's something you receive. Salvation isn't far off—it's right here, in your heart and your lips. This message highlights the radical accessibility of God's grace: you don't have to climb, qualify, or clean up first. It's available now, through simple yet profound faith in Jesus.
Grace is the most beautiful truth in the world—and sometimes the hardest to accept. Paul explains that while the Gentiles found righteousness by faith, Israel stumbled over the very One who came to save them. Why? Because grace doesn't play by the rules of religious effort. This week, we'll explore how easy it is to trip over grace when we're trying to earn what God freely gives—and how freedom comes when we stop striving and start trusting.
When life feels out of control, it's tempting to question God's plan—or even His fairness. Paul doesn't dodge that tension. Instead, he reminds us that God is the Potter, and we are the clay. He shapes with intention, not randomness, forming lives with both justice and mercy. This week, we'll reflect on what it means to trust a God who is both sovereign and good—even when we don't see the whole picture. In the hands of the Potter, even our questions can lead to deeper faith.
Is God unfair? Paul knows we're thinking it. After all, if God chooses whom to show mercy to, doesn't that feel… arbitrary? But Paul flips the script—reminding us that mercy, by definition, is never owed. It's a gift. A God who gives mercy freely is not unjust—He's unbelievably kind. In a world obsessed with fairness, this week's message invites us to breathe deeply and receive what none of us could earn: the mercy of God.
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