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Topics: Understanding Spirit, Soul, and Body, The Biblical Reality of the Trinity, God's Plural Nature in Creation (Genesis 1:26), Made New in Spirit (Romans 6:6), Eternal Security in Christ (Ephesians 1:13), Truth About Blasphemy Against the Spirit (Matthew 12:31), Saved by Grace Through Faith (Ephesians 2:8-9), Indwelt by the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19), Defining the Flesh vs Sinful Nature, Your Flesh as Holy and Acceptable, Understanding Sin as a Force (Genesis 4:7), Dead to the Power of Sin (Romans 6:11), Identity as Saints Not Sinners, Using Your Body as a Tool for Righteousness, Sealed Perfection Despite Sins, Why Christians Cannot Live in Sin (Romans 6:1-2), Illustrating Spiritual DNA in Believers, Defining the Human Soul and Consciousness, How the Mind Will and Emotions Express You, Resting in Your Complete Identity in Christ, The Believer's Complete Reconciliation with God (2 Corinthians 5:18-21), Overcoming Enemy Lies with Truth, The Purpose of Human Flesh on Earth, The Unchanging Identtiy of a Reborn Believer, Christ Defeated Sin's Power at the Cross, Freedom From Condemnation and Accusation, Distinguishing Your Flesh From Spiritual Influences, God's Indwelling Presence in Believers, Walking according to the Spirit (Romans 8:1-13)Support the showSign up for Matt's free daily devotional!  https://mattmcmillen.com/newsletter

Today, we embark on a journey through the first 11 chapters of Genesis, a foundational text that sets the stage for the entire Bible. These chapters cover 2,000 years of recorded history, from the creation of the universe to the scattering of humanity at the Tower of Babel. The opening verse, "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth," encapsulates the essence of our Creator's omnipotence and omniscience. This simple statement introduces us to the concept of God as the sole architect of all that exists, a being who is outside of time and space, and who has the ability to conduct vast amounts of information in just a few words.As we delve into the creation story, we see the unfolding of God's plan, from the creation of the heavens and the earth to the formation of Adam and Eve. Genesis 2 details the creation of humanity, with God breathing life into Adam and crafting Eve from his rib. This act establishes the foundation of marriage and gender, setting the stage for the covenant relationship between God and humanity. The story then takes a tragic turn in Genesis 3, where Adam and Eve's disobedience leads to the fall of humanity and the introduction of sin into the world. This event has far-reaching consequences, affecting not only humanity but all of creation.The narrative then moves to the story of Cain and Abel, illustrating the destructive nature of sin. Cain's jealousy and anger lead to the first murder, a stark reminder of the power of sin to corrupt the human heart. This leads us into the catastrophic events of the flood, where God's judgment falls upon a world consumed by wickedness. Noah, a preacher of righteousness, builds an ark and saves his family and a remnant of animals, a testament to God's grace and mercy.After the flood, humanity attempts to establish its own order at the Tower of Babel, defying God's command to spread across the earth. God responds by confusing their language and scattering them, a pivotal moment that shapes the diversity of languages and nations we see today. This event underscores the importance of obedience to God's will and the consequences of human pride.As we conclude this overview, we are reminded of the cyclical nature of human history and the need for vigilance. Jesus warns us in Matthew 24 that the days before his return will be like the days of Noah, where life continues as usual until the flood comes. We are called to be awake, aware, and ready for his return, living in a world that increasingly mirrors the pre-Babel era, with technology and global interconnectedness reaching unprecedented levels. The day of the Lord is approaching, and we must remain steadfast in our faith, trusting in God's plan and his promise to return.## Sermon Notes — Genesis 1:1-11:9**Big Idea:** Genesis 1-11 lays the foundation for all of biblical theology, covering creation, the fall, and the flood.### 1. Creation (Genesis 1:1-2:3)- God created the heavens and the earth.- Genesis 1:1-2:3 describes the creation of the universe and humanity.- **Key principle:** God is the creator and sustainer of all things.### 2. Foundation of Marriage and Gender (Genesis 2:4-25)- God created Adam and Eve.- Marriage and gender roles are established by God.- **Key principle:** God determines the rules for marriage and gender.### 3. The Fall (Genesis 3:1-24)- Adam and Eve disobey God, leading to sin and death.- Satan's deception and the first prophecy of redemption.- **Key principle:** Sin has universal consequences, but God provides a way of redemption.### 4. The Spread of Sin (Genesis 4:1-26)- Cain and Abel's offerings and the first murder.- Sin leads to further disobedience and violence.- **Key principle:** Sin crouches at the door, but we must rule over it.### 5. The Flood (Genesis 6:1-9:17)- Humanity's wickedness and God's decision to flood the earth.- Noah's obedience and the ark.- **Key principle:** God's covenant with Noah and the rainbow as a sign.### 6. Dispersion of Nations (Genesis 10-11)- The Table of Nations and the Tower of Babel.- God's intervention to scatter humanity.- **Key principle:** God's plan to divide humanity into nations.### Practical Applications1. **Study the Bible** — Commit to reading and studying Genesis to understand the foundation of God's plan.2. **Guard against sin** — Be vigilant and rule over sin in your life, remembering its consequences.3. **Follow God's commands** — Like Noah, be obedient to God's commands and trust in His promises.4. **Be aware of the signs** — Stay alert and aware of the signs of the times, as Jesus taught.### Discussion Questions1. How does understanding the creation account in Genesis 1-2 affect your view of God's sovereignty and purpose?2. In what ways do you see the effects of sin in your daily life and community?3. How can we learn from Noah's obedience and apply it to our own lives today?4. What does the story of the Tower of Babel reveal about human pride and rebellion against God?5. How does the current global situation compare to the times of Noah and Babel, and what does this mean for us today?*"The day of the Lord is coming closer and closer, and the further humanity pushes into this idea that we need to be like God or cast Him down, we're getting very close to His return."*

REVELATION EP7 THE MILLNNIUM THE FIG TREE AND OLIVE TREE AND VINE NOTES The Divine Strategist When we study the past and possible future of our planet, the sheer volume of global disruption often makes biblical prophecy feel like a chaotic sequence of stops and starts, failed drafts and last-minute divine corrections. But if we step back and view history through the word of God as the Divine Strategist, an amazing scriptural picture begins to emerge. At the centre of this divine/human earthly drama is the single glowing seed of Jesus, highlighted as the promised olive tree seed of faith made to one man called Abraham four thousand years ago - a master stroke, that through one lineage every family on earth would receive an eternal inheritance. And Jesus is also called the vine, and his followers are the branches So history is not drifting. It is an organised, predestined, calculated movement toward a specific and perfect goal. And by understanding God's Divine Countdown, we are taken out of confusion into a dazzling and daring clarity. To recognise what God is doing, and where we are standing in this countdown, we need to understand the roles of Abraham, Israel and the Gentile nations under their codenames as God's plant life. Abraham's plant codename is the root of the olive tree. Israel is both an olive tree and a fig tree. And then you have the Gentiles, the wild olive branches that are grafted into that olive tree. Now before we go any further, let's separate two of those trees, because they are not doing the same thing. Both the olive and the fig relate to Israel, but they operate in different spheres of God's administration. One is spiritual and covenantal - that's the olive tree. The other is national and geographical - that's the fig tree spoken of by Jesus in Matthew 24 and the national fig tree provides the historical stage upon which the wider spiritual strategy of the olive tree unfolds. When Jesus first came to his people the nation of Israel was also the olive tree of spiritual Israel, and he was rejected by both. Let's keep that fact in mind as we go because both the fig tree and the olive tree went through catastrophic change both spiritually and geographically. So we must first understand the nature of the olive tree we are compelled to read what Paul wrote in Romans - Romans 1I:1  ask, then, has God rejected his own people, the nation of Israel? Of course not! I myself am an Israelite, a descendant of Abraham and a member of the tribe of Benjamin. No, God has not rejected his own people, whom he chose from the very beginning. Do you realise what the Scriptures say about this? Elijah the prophet complained to God about the people of Israel and said, "LORD, they have killed your prophets and torn down your altars. I am the only one left, and now they are trying to kill me, too." And do you remember God's reply? He said, "No, I have 7,000 others who have never bowed down to Baal!" It is the same today, for a few of the people of Israel have remained faithful (to Jesus) because of God's grace… And since it is through God's kindness, then it is not by their good works. For in that case, God's grace would not be what it really is - free and undeserved. Did God's people stumble and fall beyond recovery? Of course not! They were disobedient, so God made salvation available to the Gentiles - the rest of the world. But he chose to have his own people become jealous and claim (his covenant favour) their own way for themselves. Now if the Gentiles were enriched because the people of Israel rejected God's offer of salvation through Jesus, think how much greater a blessing the world will share when they finally accept it. The Olive Tree So I want to ask some questions here.  What does the olive tree speak of? Spiritual covenant Israel.  What is the root? Abraham - one man.  What is the seed? Jesus.  And who are his fruit? All who live a new covenant life with Jesus by grace and faith. So that's the olive tree picture: Jesus the seed, Abraham the root, some branches get broken off and others get grafted in. I'll read those verses from Romans 11 shortly. But first look at The Fig Tree: the 1948 Prophetic Countdown Remember the fig tree speaks of National Israel now, not spiritual Israel, not the olive tree. Now in Matthew 24, as we discussed in the preceding episode 6 last week, Jesus gave us a specific marker for the end-of-the-age - when the fig tree begins to "put forth its leaves," the end is imminent. For two thousand years this tree was dormant -. But in 1948 things changed in the global landscape. When the Israeli flag was raised and the nation was physically restored to its land, the fig tree officially blossomed. So that historical event speaks of a ticking countdown clock. Jesus explicitly stated that the generation alive to witness this blossoming would not pass away before the fulfilment of all things. We are not just living in "interesting times." We are living in the final movement of a strategic timeline that began with that blossoming in 1948. The Divine Strategy: How Stumbling Led to Reconciliation So let's see how the stumbling of the original olive tree branches led to reconciliation. Israel's temporary fall was not a failure of God's plan. It became part of a larger strategy of judgement and mercy, and the hardening of their hearts was sovereignly repurposed to facilitate a wider reconciliation, not just for Israel but for the entire kosmos.  The original olive branches lost faith in Jesus as God, and the fig tree lost its identity as a nation and was dispersed, and the wild olive branches of us as humanity were grafted in through Jesus into a new covenant that Israel had rejected. A note on replacement theology Now I want to make a note on what's called replacement theology. Gentiles do not replace Israel. There is only one olive tree, with branches temporarily taken off and other branches grafted in, and we Gentile believers are wild branches sustained by the original Abrahamic root of faith. Paul says it very plainly, and he says it as a warning: Romans 11:16 If the roots of this olive tree are holy, the branches will be, too. But some of these branches from Abraham's olive tree (elaia) - some people of Israel - have been broken off. And you Gentiles, who were branches from a wild olive tree (agrielaios - earthy/Adamic), have been grafted in. So now you also receive the Abrahamic covenant blessing God promised Abraham and his children, to share in the rich nourishment from the root of God's special olive tree. But you must not brag that you were grafted in to replace the branches that were broken off. You are just branches, not the root. Those branches were broken off because they didn't believe in Christ, and you are there because you do believe. So don't think highly of yourself, but fear what could happen. For if God did not spare the original branches, he won't spare you either. Notice how God is both kind and severe. He is severe toward those who disobeyed, but kind to you if you continue to trust in his kindness. But if you stop trusting, you also will be cut off. And if the people of Israel turn from their unbelief, they will be grafted in again, for God has the power to graft them back into the tree. You, by nature, were a branch cut from a wild olive tree. So if God was willing to do something contrary to nature by grafting you into his cultivated tree, he will be far more eager to graft the original branches back into the tree where they belong. So remember, the root is Abraham and we are the branches. And this grafting is tied to a physical timeline. The Unripe Figs of current national Israel Now that fig tree nation has had good times and bad times. And the good times are not good anymore, and the bad times are getting worse. And many of them may think they are a covenant olive tree - but they're not – not yet. And the book of Revelation makes this clear, because it speaks of the figs on the current fig tree in Israel, in Jerusalem, right now as unripe, immature figs at this present time since 1948. Revelation 6:12-17; 7:1-8 I looked when He opened the sixth seal, and behold, there was a great earthquake; and the sun became black as sackcloth of hair, and the moon became like blood. And the stars of heaven fell to the earth, as a fig tree drops its untimely figs when it is shaken by a mighty wind. Right now, let's look at that picture. The falling stars speak of believers losing their position with Christ through immaturity, lack of faith and compromise with the world, and the mighty wind shakes everything that can be shaken. That's the sixth seal. And we also have untimely figs, which speaks of the current National Israel - the figs are there, but they have not ripened. So the fig tree is not yet ready to occupy its promised land because it has maintained its rejection of the promised new covenant – and the olive branches are still broken off. And that promise was not vague. Let's hear what it was they turned down: Jeremiah 31:33 I will put My law in their minds and write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people. Ezekiel 36:26 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; A new heart, and the law written on the inside of the mind. That is the new covenant fulfilled through Christ and foretold in the Abrahamic covenant of faith. So the immature believers and the unripe figs both face that fierce wind, which speaks of spiritual forces of darkness drawing them into the world's corrupt. And Hebrews tells us what the shaking is for: Hebrews 12:27 ...the removal of those things that are being shaken, that the things which cannot be shaken may remain. The Catalyst for Restoration: The Two Witnesses Now all of this loops around at the end, because Scripture says God will save all Israel. How? Who is going to come and preach to Israel? Well, two men called the two witnesses. They are actually called the two olive trees, which is very interesting, and their ministry brings National Israel back into the olive tree, the new covenant in Christ. Revelation 11:4 These are the two olive trees and the two lampstands standing before the God of the earth. It's a legal necessity. These figures are prophetically linked to Moses, who represents the Law, and Elijah, who represents the Prophets. And they met with Jesus on the Mount of Transfiguration. I wonder what they said to him at that time. Israel's national, legal and spiritual identity is bound to the Law and the Prophets, and en masse the nation will only respond to a testimony that validates those foundational scriptures through these two witnesses. There is already a remnant that has accepted Jesus, and there are many people bringing Jewish people to the Lord, and that's fine. But these two have to come back and give their gospel testimony. I'll say more about them in later sessions. And through that testimony the fig tree is brought into olive tree ripeness. Israel hears, believes, and is provoked to reconciliation with their Messiah. Paul calls this a mystery and states it plainly: Romans 11 I want you to understand this mystery, dear brothers and sisters, so that you will not feel proud about yourselves. God chose to allow the heart of Israel to be partly hardened and blinded, but this will last only until the full number of all the nations comes to Christ at the end. And then all Israel will be saved. As the Scriptures say, "The one who rescues will come from Zion, and he will turn Israel away from ungodliness. And this is my covenant with them, that I will take away their sins." Many of the people of Israel are now enemies of the Good News, and this benefits you Gentiles. Yet they are still the people he loves because he chose their ancestors Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. For God's gifts and his call can never be withdrawn. So that's where the loop closes. The original branches are grafted back in, and the fig tree nation gets to share, finally, not just Canaan but the entire world with all believers in Jesus. Paul says that this brings life from the dead. And this final reconciliation sets the stage for the literal, physical return of Christ and the inauguration of a new era of governance - a thousand-year Millennium governance. So that leaves us with one question, and the rest of this message is about answering it.  The Millennial Bridge: a thousand-year governance Revelation 20:4 They lived and reigned with him for a thousand years. Upon his return, Christ inaugurates a visible, physical reign on the earth for a literal thousand years. God's people live and reign with him, and this becomes the public vindication of God's word on the very earth that humanity fractured. The question is When? Because God has not left that vague either. And to get at it, we have to go all the way back - back past Abraham, and past the flood, to the seven days of creation So back to the days of creation because we have to go back to creation, particularly the sixth day of man and woman and the seventh day of sabbath rest. Because God foretold the millennium when he rested on the seventh day. Why did he rest – he wasn't fatigued – he wanted to enjoy his loving relationship with his beautiful and spectacular creation especially his human family. Genesis 1:27 So God created human beings in his own image; male and female he created them. Then God looked over all he had made, and he saw that it was very good! ... And evening passed and morning came, marking the sixth day. Genesis 2:1 So the creation of the heavens and the earth and everything in them was completed. On the seventh day God had finished his work of creation, so he rested from all his work. And God blessed the seventh day and declared it holy - set apart. There is an amazing parallel between the events of God's creative week and the six thousand years of God's plan of redemption since Adam fell - which brings us finally to the one thousand-year reign of Christ on earth with his people 2 Peter 3:8 But beloved, be not ignorant of this one thing, that one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.  When those redemptive days are seen as periods of a thousand years, the pattern begins to unfold. 3. The Seven-Day Blueprint: Comparing Creation and Redemption The foundation of the Divine Countdown is the "Law of Inversion" established in 2 Peter 3:8: “One day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day.” By this divine logic, the six days of creation and the seventh day of rest (the Week of Creation) serve as the literal blueprint for 7,000 years of human history (the Week of Redemption). The Week of Creation and the Week of Redemption So now we chart the week of redemption: seven thousand-year days laid across history. Six have run since Adam fell, and the seventh has not begun.   Day The Week of Creation (Genesis 1-2) The Week of Redemption (Human History) Day 1 Separation of Light from Darkness. Man's sin and darkness separate him from God's light. Day 2 The Waters Divided. The Flood: Waters divide the old world from the new; 8 souls saved. Day 3 Plant Life Created. Abraham is called: The Father of the Olive, Fig, and Vine. Day 4 Sun, Moon, and Stars for signs/seasons. Elijah to Jesus: Era of signs; Jesus as the "Sun" and full Godhead. Day 5 Birds and Fish: "Be fruitful and multiply." Pentecost: The "Fishers of Men" and the Holy Spirit (Dove). No longer earthbound in life form. Day 6 Creation of Eve (Adam's Bride). Preparation of the Bride of Christ. Believers "eat of the truths of Israel" (1 Cor 10:11) to mature. Day 7 Sabbath Rest: God enjoys His creation. The 1,000-Year Millennium: Earth's rest and the visible reign of Christ. This blueprint allows us to discern with absolute precision where we currently stand on the timeline. The clock is no longer silent.   And now the inversion Now somebody is going to say, what if the millennium is only one day and not a thousand years? Because Peter gives it both ways in the same verse: one day is with the Lord as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. So take it either way and you get the same result. That's the divine law of inversion. And the prophet Hosea does exactly that: he talks in days, but he is actually talking in one thousand year spans of time, speaking of the span from the time Jesus came too the earth the first time until he comes the second timeascension to the restoration. Hosea 5:15; 6:1-3 I will return again to My place till they acknowledge their offense. Then they will seek My face; in their affliction they will earnestly seek Me. Come, and let us return to the LORD; for He has torn, but He will heal us; He has stricken, but He will bind us up. After two days He will revive us; on the third day He will raise us up, that we may live in His sight. Let us know, let us pursue the knowledge of the LORD. His going forth is established as the morning; He will come to us like the rain, like the former and latter rain to the earth. Now look at the verses. "I will return again to My place." That speaks of Jesus returning to his place at the ascension, and it gives us the starting point of the clock from inside the text itself, not from a date we have chosen. He says, "till they acknowledge their offense," so the condition of his return is their acknowledgement. And then, "In their affliction they will earnestly seek Me."  "After two days He will revive us; on the third day He will raise us up." One day is with the Lord as a thousand years. So after two days - two thousand years - He will revive us, and on the third day (the Millennium) He will raise us up. This third day is also God's Millennial rest - Revelation 20:2-7 - to enjoy his creation in loving relationship and in redemption. Six days of work, and then a day that is blessed and set apart. So that seventh thousand-year day is still in front of us. Let us have a look at what the Millennium Will Actually Look Like (Isaiah chapters 11 and 12 and Isaiah 65 Isaiah 65:21-22 They shall build houses and inhabit them; they shall plant vineyards and eat their fruit...  Socioeconomic Stability: Citizens will build their own houses and plant their own vineyards, enjoying the fruit of their labor without fear of loss. Absolute Justice: Governance will be perfect, with absolute justice executed instantly, removing the corruption that plagues modern systems. Natural Pacification: The "curse" of the fall is reversed; the natural world is pacified, with the wolf living alongside the lamb So there is restoration even in the ordinary things of life - work, longevity, justice and creation itself. So that's the millennium. But the promise to Abraham doesn't finish there. The Final Transition: from Canaan to the Cosmos The Bible says in Romans 8 that the whole creation is waiting for this. It's groaning: Romans 8:19, 22 For the earnest expectation of the creation eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God... For we know that the whole creation groans and labours with birth pangs together until now. And Paul makes the expansion very clear in Romans 4:13 when he describes Abraham as the heir of the world - kosmos. So the promise was never going to finish with one piece of land. In Christ it opens out until the inheritance is the renewed creation itself. That is why Jesus can say, "the meek shall inherit the earth." He is not cancelling the promise to Abraham; he is showing us where it was ultimately going. After the Millennium the heavenly Jerusalem descends to the earth and the new heavens and new Earth are forever established to flourish from age to age The Living Connection: the Olive Tree and the Vine Now I just want to come back to the vine before we close. The olive tree tells us where we belong in God's covenant story. But the vine speaks of intimacy - abiding, menō, in Christ and his life flowing through us. The olive tree gives us a share in the promises; the vine speaks of how we live in that inheritance and bear its fruit. When you're abiding in the vine, you're flowing in the life. And just notice Joel before we finish. The fig tree and the vine are stripped and then restored, the former and latter rain comes, and finally the language changes from an untimely fig to a harvest that is ripe. So the same pattern is there again - the trees, the rain, the ripening and the harvest. So just in closing, let's go back to where we started. One man, in a desert, and a promise about a seed. Everything since has been the working out of that one promise - the branches broken off and grafted in again, the fig tree revived, and finally the restoration of all things. It is not a sequence of corrections. It is a strategy. And it ends with the same picture made whole: the fig tree ripened, the original branches grafted back into the olive tree, and both drawing from the promise that began with Abraham. And Paul finishes Romans 11 by saying: Romans 11 For God has imprisoned all humanity in their disobedience so he could have mercy on everyone and give them all his pardon of freedom. Oh, how great are God's riches and wisdom and knowledge! How impossible it is for us to understand his decisions and his ways! For who can know the LORD's thoughts? Who knows enough to give him advice? And who has given him so much that he needs to pay it back? For from him and through him and to him are all things. To him be glory in the Church. Mercy on everyone. That's the final climax of the grand design - the triumph of divine mercy over human disobedience and the restoration of all things in the new creation. So when you look out at a world marked by division and shifting borders, can you see the powerful, quiet triumph of a mercy that intends to restore the entire world?  

As the crown of His creation, God made humanity in His image, giving us a special connection to Him that enables a relationship with Him. A relationship with God is intended to produce a people who look like the image of God: Jesus Christ.

Ask the Pastor: CreationGenesis 1:1-27Wednesday (6-17-26) night Bible Study

This is the fourth sermon in Christopher's series "Getting to Know God: A Series Exploring the Doctrine of the Trinity". In this sermon, Pastor Christopher talks about the three distinct members of our Triune God along with the definition of the Trinity. He shares with us 'Trinity Truths' within the topics of Divine Conversation at Creation (Genesis), Divine Essence at Covenant (Deuteronomy), and Divine Persons at the Commission(Matthew). Finally, Christopher talks about what it means to be created in 'God's Image', the official commission of the Disciples, and how the Holy Trinity requires us to disciple others. Thanks for Listening...LAKEVIEW MISSIONARY CHURCH810 S. Evergreen Dr.Moses Lake, WA 98837509-765-5270www.LakeviewMissionaryChurch.comPastor Christopher sends a weekly update to our church every Wednesday with an encouraging article, prayer requests, and announcements. Subscribe here, http://eepurl.com/hC7SHDScripture taken from the New American Standard Bible, Copyright The Lockman Foundation 1960, 1962, 1963, 1968, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1975, 1977, 1995. Used by permission.

How do we move from simply "surviving" the mess of life to actually "occupying" our God-given purpose? In this powerful conclusion to our 4-week series, Pastor Tom explores Days 5 and 6 of Creation (Genesis 1:20-31), where God transitions from building the infrastructure of the universe to populating it with life. We discover that order is not the end goal—fruitfulness is. In this message: A Legacy Tribute: We celebrate the incredible 92-year life of Jim Welker. Hear firsthand memories of Linden Road's history and see what it looks like to convert a lifetime of success into Kingdom significance. The 4th Day Story: Hear from Steven, a 27-year-old whose faith has been rekindled, and see how God is using him. The Chaos-Crushing Toolkit: Walk away with 4 practical, daily steps (Presence, Boundaries, Alignment, and Purpose) to keep the "Leviathan" at bay and walk in the peace of Christ. Small but Mighty: An update on our partnership with Grace Episcopal and how Linden Road is turning "Swords into Plowshares." Connect with Us:

Genesis 1:1-2 with Pastor Greg Denham

Sermon on the days of creation from Genesis 1:1-31

Sermon on the days of creation from Genesis 1:1-31

Sermon on the days of creation from Genesis 1:1-31

Sermon on the days of creation from Genesis 1:1-31

Vern Streeter | Guest Speaker | April 19, 2026 Referenced Scripture: 1 John 4:8, Genesis 2:18, John 10:10 Reflection Questions:Bonding = The ability to establish an emotional attachment to another person. The Biblical Basis:A. Trinity – 50-ish times in the Bible.B. God is love – 1 John 4:8C. Creation – Genesis 2:18 1. What was your reaction to, and feelings about, the Kent Cox story? 2. How has bonding, or lack of, affected your:A. Personal lifeB. People lifeC. Performance life 3. Past: With whom did I have a good/bad bonding relationship? 4. Present: With whom do you currently have a good bonding relationship? Why is it good? 5. Future: Who is available, and what will you do to increase bonding with them? What's your next step? * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman  Chapters (00:00:00) - Journey into the World(00:00:06) - Bonding and Bull Riding(00:06:12) - A Dog's Bond with His Trainer(00:07:57) - The importance of attachment in children's life(00:11:54) - God is Love and Not Alone(00:15:38) - Not Good Enough For Bushwhacker(00:23:24) - Kent Miller's Suicide Letter(00:27:38) - Kent Cox's Need for Connection(00:32:50) - How to Love When You're in Need(00:39:01) - Psalm 37

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Garen Forsythe | Sunday 01-25-2026 | The Story of the Bible Creation - Genesis 2:24-25 by TABC

Tune in as Pastor Bryan looks at the the sign of God's unconditional covenant with all creation, the rainbow. -Featuring Bryan Ost

In Genesis 24 an old and faithful Abraham sends his faithful steward Eliezer to Haran in search of a lifelong covenant wife for his son, Isaac. Eliezer is bound by a covenant Abraham makes with him to diligently fulfill the obligation of finding a true believer, who will be a help meet for Isaac on the journey to God's kingdom. So Eliezer left Abraham accompanied by a large retinue of servants and many camels; and vast wealthy gifts. Upon arrival in Haran Eliezer makes his responsibilities a matter of prayer and asks of the Almighty a very specific sign. No sooner had he finished his prayer than Rebekah arrives and says the very words of his prayer. Eliezer is amazed at the power of his God and bows his head in reverence. The 10 camels are watered by Rebekah – an immense task – and the company taken to Laban's house; where Laban notices the wealthy jewels given to Rebekah by Eliezer. Laban's words, “Come in thou blessed of Yahweh”, indicates both some knowledge of God, and the familiar use of the LORD's divine name of Yahweh, the use of which goes back to the beginning of Creation (Genesis 4 verses 1, 25 and 26). Rebekah had reported the circumstances of meeting Eliezer prior to Laban's remarks. From verses 31and 49 Eliezer tells Laban of the mission he has undertaken and its importance. Note it is not just another task Eliezer was given, but the entrusted responsibility of securing a bride who will ensure the faithful continuance of maintaining the truth promised to Abraham and his seed. In verse 51 Laban asserts his agreement with Rebekah going to the household of Abraham. Once again Eliezer responds to his Sovereign reverently. Many valuable gifts were given to Laban, by way of a bride price. After all of this has happened Rebekah's thoughts are requested. She assented and is sent away the next day with her family's blessing. Isaac went out in the evening to pray (“meditate” verse 63); and after her enquiry as to the man meeting the homecoming troop, Rebekah shows Isaac respect and is taken into Isaac's tent as his God chosen bride. And Isaac loved Rebekah dearly.

We can learn a lot about how to create our own good life by observing the pattern that the great “Creator” showed us in these chapters.If you'd like to view the video that goes with the podcast, click here!

Who are we and why do we exist? In Genesis 1, we were made: In the likeness of our Creator, Blessed with purpose and provision, and Exceedingly wonderful. The main idea: "The Lord views you as His prized creation."

In this episode we seek to give relatively short answers to some big questions we've received over the fall of 2025.ResourcesBooksChrist and Culture by H. Richard NiebuhrCenter Church by Timothy KellerPodcast Episodes142 - Should children sit through "big church"?292 - Why Parent Commissioning?164 - Creation (Genesis 1)304 - Baptism Q&APolitics250 - Our Public Posture251 - Life and Sexuality252 - Generosity and Hospitality253 - Unified in Christ072 - Our Hearts After the Election110 - What the Church Needs Today088 - Cultural ChristianityConnect With Us providenceomaha.org | Instagram | Facebook Email Us formation@providenceomaha.org

Anything that's been broken, Jesus can restore.  Teacher - Scott Kenworthy

Re-Creation Genesis 8:1-9:3 Genesis - In The Beginning 16.11.2025 11AM

Today's speaker is Sam Allberry, Associate Pastor at Immanuel Nashville in Nashville, TN. Pastor Allberry takes us through the account of the created world in Genesis 1, and shows us the order, goodness, and hope we find there.

The Scriptures teach that God is the ultimate owner of everything (Psalm 24:1), including everything we have and everything we are: our existence, our bodies, our time, and beyond. But as God graciously creates us, he also generously invites us to contribute to the beauty and goodness of his Creation (Genesis 2:15). The things that you have are not technically yours. How are you using what God gave you to make investments that might yield an eternal dividend (Matthew 25:14-27)? If you prefer to listen, stream, and/or watch, join us and subscribe on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kingwoodmethodist

Title: De-Creation Speaker: Mike Tindall Passage: Genesis 3 Series: Genesis - In the beginning Recording Date: 12.10.2025 AM

Creation - Genesis 1:1-31

PETE KELLEY, Lead Pastor / Fourth Sunday of Creation / Genesis 1.24-31

The God of Creation - Genesis 1:1-2:3 - Stephen Watson

Six Days of Creation | Genesis 1 | Dr. Robert Ball Orange Park, FL  Oakleaf Baptist Church  Creation Series

Try our Patreon for one month for FREE! Click here: https://www.patreon.com/BibleWormPodcast/redeem/46A41 We are back to the beginning this week, reading Genesis 1:1-2:4-the very first Bible story, the story of creation in 7 days. But come on. Isn't it really 6 days? In 6 days, God shows us a way of creating in “yes AND” mode–constantly making space for what is breathtakingly new without destroying or diluting what was there. A mode of creation that is exponential-where creatures themselves are meant to create, and life begets life, and every single life supports another. What does it mean for us to be made in the image of THIS kind of God? And seriously, with all the work there is to do in the world, how can rest be so important to creation that we count the 7th day in with the others?

Old Testament Stories Creation Genesis 1:1 Christ Church Kingwood August 24, 2025 Preacher: Cary Apel

Part of the A Land of Milk & Honey – Abraham to David series. Sermon by Pastor Nathan Alley The post The Temple in Creation – Genesis 1 first appeared on Applewood Community Church.

Part of the A Land of Milk & Honey – Abraham to David series. Sermon by Pastor Nathan Alley The post The Temple in Creation – Genesis 1 first appeared on Applewood Community Church.

Jeremy Lallier discusses Genesis 1:16—“Then God made two great lights: the greater light to rule the day, and the lesser light to rule the night. He made the stars also.”

Scripture: Genesis 8:20–9:17 Key Takeaways: + God will not let evil prevail + God saves by grace -       1 Peter 3:20–21 + God honors faith -       Hebrews 11:7 + God has another Day of Judgment coming -       Matthew 24:36–44

The sermon podcast of Redeemer City Church in Tampa, FL

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Genesis 9 Michael Lawrence April 20, 2025

Weekly Sunday sermons from Pastor Mike Powers and other members of our Pastoral Body. Richland Creek Community Church gathers to glorify God in worship, grow as disciples of Jesus, and go on mission with the gospel. For more, visit richlandcreek.com.Main Idea: Only in knowing our Creator do we fully understand our true identity.Know the Main CharacterKnow the Brilliant DesignerKnow the Gracious Restorer

As Daniel starts his set of videos on Genesis, he picks up where we have left off, going over, more in-depth, things we have talked about before-the cultural context of Genesis. With help from Tim Mackie and John Walton in an interview, they did a few years ago. Listen to the Bible Project with Walton Here: https://bibleproject.com/podcast/genesis-1-2-origins-or-identity/ Follow us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-belfast-podcast/id1472441982 Follow us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1s3aaP3pUkQKBVXbsP8Y34?si=ca588a6165424c61 Instagram: @thebelfastpodcast Email: belfastpodcast@gmail.com The Belfast Podcast exists to help recapture the Christian imagination. Luke and Daniel see the trend of modernism doing no favors for a vibrant view of scripture. Our goal is to widen the field of vision for modern people reading the Bible as we grapple with its ancient context, literary beauty, and symbolic underpinnings. You may have been taught to read texts with an eye for their literary and symbolic structures in English courses in high school and/or college, but rarely is this taught to seminary students or lay Christians alike when it comes to the Bible. We want to keep this eye for symbolism, repetition, and structure as we investigate the Biblical canon, linking it to modern and old examples that are extemporaneous yet connected to aid in giving the broader field of vision mentioned earlier. Come along with us on our journey to reread your bible for the first time. We hope that through the words of those who have come before us, we can give Western Christianity its imagination back.

The Exodus Way E2 — The main beats of the Exodus Way are the road out of slavery, the road through the wilderness, and the road into inheritance. These moments become a narrative theme that plays out over and over in the story of the Bible. We even see them show up in Genesis before the events of the Exodus even happen! In this episode, Jon and Tim explore the significance of Exodus imagery in two early stories from Genesis, the creation and flood narratives.CHAPTERSRecapping Exodus as a Narrative Theme (0:00-6:30)Exodus in Creation: Genesis 1:1-13 (6:30-20:26)Exodus in the Flood: Genesis 7-8 (20:26-32:11)Connections to Baptism in 1 Peter 3:18-22 (32:11-45:17)OFFICIAL EPISODE TRANSCRIPTView this episode's official transcript.REFERENCED RESOURCESThe Tabernacle Pre-Figured: Cosmic Mountain Ideology in Genesis and Exodus by L.M. Morales (Link is to PDF, since book is not available for sale)“The Use of Water Imagery in Descriptions of Sheol” by Dominic Rudman (From the journal Zeitschrift für die alttestamentliche Wissenschaft; not available for purchase online)You can view annotations for this episode—plus our entire library of videos, podcasts, articles, and classes—in the BibleProject app, available for Android and iOS.Check out Tim's extensive collection of recommended books here.SHOW MUSIC“Onteora Lake” by Kyle McEvoy & Stan Forebee“Tumble's Lullaby” by Kyle McEvoy & Stan Forebee“Bloom” by Kyle McEvoyBibleProject theme song by TENTSSHOW CREDITSProduction of today's episode is by Lindsey Ponder, producer, and Cooper Peltz, managing producer. Tyler Bailey is our supervising engineer. Frank Garza and Aaron Olsen edited today's episode. Aaron Olsen and Tyler Bailey provided the sound design and mix. JB Witty does our show notes, and Hannah Woo provides the annotations for our app. Our host and creative director is Jon Collins, and our lead scholar is Tim Mackie. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-2:3 Key Takeaways: “Today as I read Genesis 1–2 my thoughts go to high school biology and physics. How does the biblical depiction of creation relate to the big bang theory and evolution? No doubt, Genesis 1–2 has bearing on our evaluation of these modern scientific accounts of cosmic and human origins. But a moment's thought will jar us into remembering that this comparison would not have occurred to ancient authors and readers. It is certain that the biblical account of creation was not written to counter Charles Darwin or Stephen Hawking, but it was written in the light of rival descriptions of creation...Since God's people were constantly tempted to worship the deities of other nations, we shouldn't be surprised that the biblical accounts of creation were shaped in such a way as to provide a clear distinction from those of other nations.” – Tremper Longman III, How to Read Genesis + Creation is God bringing cosmos out of chaos + Creation is framing and filling + Creation is God revealing himself Romans 1:20 -       Declares the glory of God Psalm 19:1-2 -       Displays the wisdom of God + Creation is God's good gift to us + God brings about the new creation like he brought about the first creation 2 Corinthians 4:4-6

"The God of Creation"Genesis Chapter 1The Book of Genesis Series - In The Beginning, GodPastor Nate ClarkeJanuary 26, 2025NEW KIDS SPACE NOW OPEN!We have expanded with 3x more space for the babies, kids, and youth in your family. https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/reel/C8FqHIipr3u/Learn about this year's Kingdom Builder's project: https://www.oasischurch.online/kingdom-buildersHow should Christians think about voting and politics? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ak82aD16r04OUR NEW VISION STATEMENT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L0WFhtL7h3ISERMON NOTES:- Genesis chapter 1- The God of Creation- Genesis: “origins” - Genesis 1:1- Bara: create from nothing (only God)  Asha: prepare from something that exists (God & us)  Ex Nihilo: “out of nothing”- Various Christian Views of Creation:  1) Historic Old Earth Young Humanity Creationism  2) Young Earth Young Humanity Creationism   3) Old Earth Creation / Intelligent design  4) Literary Framework View- There is one God who is all powerful- Psalm 33:6-7, 9- Colossians 1:16-17- Revelation 4:11- The Trinity - God the Father   Genesis 1:1- God the Father  Acts 4:24- Jesus the Son  John 1:1-3- The Spirit  Genesis 1:2- The Spirit  Psalm 104:30- Genesis 1:26- God is intentional and creative in His design- “The more I examine the universe and the details of its architecture, the more evidence I find that the universe in some sense must have known we were coming.” Freeman Dyson- Psalm 104:24-25- Psalm 95: 4-5- We can enjoy God's creation- Genesis 1:28-30- 1 Timothy 6:17 - Psalm 145:9- We should worship God the creator- Psalm 33:6-8- Psalm 19:1-4- Romans 1:20- Psalm 96:11-12- Romans 1:25- We are uniquely made in God's image - Genesis 1:26-27 - Genesis 1:1-2- Genesis 1:31Oasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Henrico north of Richmond, VA.STAY CONNECTEDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/Website: https://oasischurch.onlineOasis Church exists to Worship God, Equip the believers, and Reach the lost.We are led by Pastor Nate Clarke and are located in Richmond, VA.Stay Connected:Website: https://oasischurch.online Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oasischurchva/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OasisChurchRVA/