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In Genesis 3, the serpent's whisper raises the same questions we still wrestle with today:…

Disappointment is something we all face—whether it's unmet expectations, delays, or seasons where life just doesn't go the way we planned. In Genesis 40, Joseph shows us what it looks like to remain faithful even when he was forgotten, waiting, and stuck in disappointment.The truth is, God's delays are not God's denials. When life feels like it's on pause, we can still choose determination over doubt, keep serving others, and trust that God's timing is always perfect.

In Genesis 22 we read about the life of Abraham, who because of his steadfast faith became the father of many nations. This promise of God to Abraham blessed not just the nation of Israel but any of us who have received Jesus into our hearts as Lord and Saviour.

The Lord God took the man and put him in the Garden of Eden to work it and take care of it (Genesis 2:15). We begin our weekly reflections on work here. This text invites us to think about work as more than what we do to earn a living. In Genesis 2, God plants a garden and puts humanity in it to work it and take care for it. This means that each of us is tied closely to the created order. Even if we are not farmers, even if our fingers rarely touch the soil, we are creatures of the earth, and the flourishing of the earth is our responsibility. We can understand this as both calling and gift. How is it our calling? We often identify ourselves by what we do: construction workers, bus drivers, web designers, educators, financiers, business owners, policy writers, hairdressers, retirees, computer programmers, lawyers. We may view ourselves as parents or grandparents, as children or as spouses. These are things that describe who we are and what we do. But more significant--underneath all these realities—we are humans created in the image of God, called to serve him in this world; called to work in his world; called to take care of it. Our first responsibility is to God -- how we live, how we treat his creation, how we treat other humans – it all matters to God. Jesus told us to store up treasures in heaven. Such treasures are created in each moment of our lives. God has given us all the resources we need to serve and honour him. This is our primary calling in life. It gives us our identity. We should also understand this identity as a gift. God wants us to flourish and to find joy in this life. He causes the rain to fall and the sun to shine on all people (Mathew 5:45). The Spirit gives gifts to the followers of Jesus (Romans 12 & 1 Corinthians 12). And we work with this promise: that our labour in the Lord is never in vain (1 Corinthians 15:58). In Matthew 5, Jesus tells his disciples that they should love and pray for their enemies. Surely, we ought to do that for those we work and live among as well. God wants his creation to overflow with life. And he wants to use us to make that happen. As a follower of Jesus Christ, can you embrace your work as a place of possibility and potential in these purposes of God? Will you live today believing that God is already at work in these places and will you give yourself unreservedly to his purposes in you and through you, wherever you are? Go with this blessing: Wherever God takes you today, may He fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit and that you may live carefully—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity.

At some point or another, most people get into a situation where they have to muster the courage and go and do it, and the higher the stakes, the easier it is to be afraid. When it comes to God, the stakes couldn't be higher. How to we come to Him? In Genesis 43, this dilemma that is laid out for us, and the process of Joseph's brothers coming to ask him for what they need shows teaches us today how to approach God. It is only through a willing substitute.

Jesus Christ: The Ladder to Heaven Genesis 28:10-22 Speaker: Weston Brown Series: Genesis More info @ covenantshreveport.org When Jacob hit rock bottom—alone, guilty, and on the run—God showed up in the wilderness with a vision that changed everything. In Genesis 28, we see a God who meets us at our lowest, reveals His presence and promises, and points us to Christ, the true ladder between heaven and earth. If you've ever felt lost, restless, or weighed down by guilt, this passage reminds us that God's grace meets us right where we are and calls us to respond in worship and trust.

Come As You Are Series: Jacob-Don't Count Yourself OutGenesis 28:10-15 "Jacob left Beersheba and set out for Harran.  When he reached a certain place, he stopped for the night because the sun had set. Taking one of the stones there, he put it under his head and lay down to sleep.  He had a dream in which he saw a stairway resting on the earth, with its top reaching to heaven, and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it.  There above it stood the Lord, and he said: “I am the Lord, the God of your father Abraham and the God of Isaac. I will give you and your descendants the land on which you are lying. Your descendants will be like the dust of the earth, and you will spread out to the west and to the east, to the north and to the south. All peoples on earth will be blessed through you and your offspring. I am with you and will watch over you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land. I will not leave you until I have done what I have promised you.”The theme of this episode is don't count yourself out.  Do you ever do this?  Do you ever hear about someone doing something and count yourself out because you don't think you are strong enough, or you don't believe you are good enough, or you are not sufficient in some other way?  Do you ever hear about someone receiving a blessing and count yourself out of receiving a blessing because you are not good enough or you are not holy enough?  I think we all count ourselves sometimes.  We hear about people receiving blessings and good things from God, and we tell ourselves they are holier than we are.  They are better Christians than we are.  They are closer to God, so of course He is blessing them.  We then proceed to think of all the ways in which we are falling short.  We think of all the things we are doing wrong and how God couldn't possibly bless us.  In my Encounter class, we talked about the verse above, and when I heard her talking about it, I knew some of you needed to listen to it as badly as I did.  In the verse above, God is bestowing upon Jacob an amazing blessing. He is promising to give him and his descendants the land on which Jacob lay.  God is also promising Jacob that his descendants will be like the dust of the earth and will be spread out to the east, west, north, and south.  Then he says all people on earth will be blessed through Jacob and his offspring.  God promises to be with Jacob, to watch over him, and to bring him back to that land.  I am not sure if you're familiar with the story of Jacob.  If you aren't, you probably assume Jacob is a great guy.  It is easy to think he is a very holy man who was doing everything right. However, this is not the case.In Genesis 27, the chapter right before this, Isaac, Jacob's dad, asked Esau, Jacob's brother, to prepare him some food, and then he would give him the blessing he deserved because he was the oldest.  However, Jacob's mom persuades Jacob to get the blessing instead.  Jacob dressed up like his brother; they even put goat skin on his hands so he would be hairy like his brother's hands.  Then he brought food to his father and pretended to be his brother.  His father doubted, but Jacob convinced him and stole his brother's blessing.  When Esau came home, he was really angry.  He begged his father for a blessing, but there wasn't really one to be had. He had already given it to Jacob.  Esau was so angry that he decided he would kill Jacob once his father passed away.  Their mother heard about Esau's plan and told Jacob to run away.  She told him to go and stay with her brother until Esau's anger calmed down.  It was on his way to her brother's house that Jacob had this dream.  Jacob was not doing everything right.  He was not the ideal person we would think God would choose to bless, and yet God blessed him tremendously.  Do you know what that means?  That means He can bless you tremendously, too.  It means you don't have to count yourself out from whatever it is you think you want to do or whatever it is God wants to do for you.If we look back through scripture, we will see plenty of examples of where God used people we would have never chosen to do the things he wanted to get done.  God chose Tamar, a woman whose husband died. Because her father-in-law refused to give his other younger son to her so she could conceive a child, as was the custom back then, she pretended to be a harlot and tricked her father-in-law into sleeping with her so she could conceive a son.  Tamar was definitely not doing everything right, and yet God used Tamar as part of the lineage that brought about David, the king, and therefore our savior Jesus as well.  There is also Ruth, who was not even a Christian; she was a Moabite woman, a foreigner.  Even though she was not a Christian, she was the great-grandmother of David.  I know it feels like we are getting it all wrong sometimes.  I know it feels like we can't possibly be doing enough to earn God's blessings.  I know it feels like we are never good enough.  I know.  And yet, God isn't asking us to be good enough.  God isn't asking us to do enough.  God isn't asking much from us at all.  He isn't expecting us to get it all right.  He isn't expecting us to be perfect.  He is just expecting us to show up each day as we are and to spend some time with Him.  He does the blessings, not us.  There isn't a way to earn blessings.  God gives them freely to all who ask and to all who seek them.  The next time you are counting yourself out because you think you are not enough or because you think you have done too much wrong, think of Jacob.  Think of how he first stole his brother's birthright by telling Esau he could only have a bowl of soup if he gave up his birthright.  Esau was starving, so he agreed.  Then Jacob went in and pretended to be Esau to steal his blessing, too.  Whatever it is you did, God can still bless you.  He is not counting you out, so don't count yourself out.  I heard a phrase in class, and it really stuck with me.The teacher said, “When we believe the lie, we empower the liar.”  I love this.  The enemy is the father of lies.  When we believe these lies, we are empowering him and giving him authority in our lives.  God loves you, he loves you just as you are.  He made you, and He is our good, good Father.   Don't count yourself out.  God will use you if that is what you want.  God will bless you.  God isn't looking for perfection.  If you don't believe me, go back and look at almost every bible story written.  David was blessed beyond belief, and yet he had an affair and then had the girl's husband killed in battle.  I could go on, but I will leave the rest of the stories up to you.  Hopefully, you can already see that whatever you did is not enough to count you out of God's blessing.  There is nothing you can do that would exclude you from God's blessings.  God is always waiting with open arms for us to turn back and repent.  Don't count yourself out!Dear heavenly Father, I ask you to bless all those listening to this episode today.  Lord, help us to realize you love us right where we are.  Help us to see that you don't need us to be perfect, you just need us to be us. Help us not count ourselves out.  Lord, please bless us as abundantly as you blessed Jacob. Please bless our perfectly imperfect lives, Lord.  We love you, Lord, you are truly amazing.  We ask all of this in accordance with your will and in Jesus' holy name, Amen!Thank you so much for joining me on this journey to walk boldly with Jesus. Just a reminder that there are only three more weeks to sign up for the retreat in October. I hope you will CLICK HERE and check out the details. It will be a great opportunity to meet some amazing people. Remember, Jesus loves you just as you are, and so do I!  Have a blessed day!  Today's Word from the Lord was received in May 2025 by a member of my Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group. If you have any questions about the prayer group, these words, or how to join us for a meeting, please email CatholicCharismaticPrayerGroup@gmail.com. Today's Word from the Lord is, “My children, I long to heal you, to heal you in every way. When you think I delay, don't. I am using every moment to bring a greater, deeper health to your mind, your soul, your body, your spirit, your relationships, everything that might be in need of my healing touch, because I am the healer.” www.findingtruenorthcoaching.comCLICK HERE TO DONATECLICK HERE to sign up for Mentoring CLICK HERE to sign up for Daily "Word from the Lord" emailsCLICK HERE to sign up for my newsletter & receive a free audio training about inviting Jesus into your daily lifeCLICK HERE to buy my book Total Trust in God's Safe Embrace

In Genesis 4, the story of Cain and Abel reveals how our hearts expose our dependence. Cain trusted himself instead of the Lord, and that self-dependence warped his decisions—leading to anger, sin, and ultimately murder. The spiral of autonomy continued as Cain's line built cities, advanced culture, and pursued progress while rejecting God. Independence masqueraded as strength but only deepened the distance from Him.And yet, God's mercy shines through. When Seth was born, people began once again to call on the name of the Lord. Even when sin devastates, God is faithful to provide hope and a way back to Him.

Prayer That Moves God | What Abraham Teaches Us About Intercession | Pastor Nate Clarke | Generation ChurchPrayer is powerful and it moves the heart of God. In Genesis 18, Abraham intercedes for Sodom and Gomorrah and shows us what it means to stand in the gap for others. This message will encourage you to pray bold prayers, trust God with the outcome, and believe that He still works through intercession today.In this message you will learn:• How Abraham prayed and why his intercession mattered• The difference between working with your hands and working in prayer• Why being a friend of God helps you know what to pray for• The role of passion and burden in intercessory prayer• Why God does the heavy lifting when we trust Him• How Jesus is the ultimate Intercessor right now (Romans 8:34)

Temptation never comes with warning labels. It promises pleasure, comfort, or gain—but it hides the cost until it's too late. In Genesis 39, we see Joseph face one of the greatest temptations of his life. His story shows us what it really takes to stand strong when sin comes knocking.To overcome temptation, we must recognize God's blessings in our lives, set clear boundaries before the pressure hits, and always be ready with God's Word in our hearts.The truth is, sin will always cost more than we want to pay and keep us longer than we want to stay. But when we resist, we gain something far greater—the presence of God.

In Genesis chapter 50, the story of Joseph reaches its climactic conclusion— but the biggest lesson from Joseph's story isn't relational, it's theological. Joseph's faith never wavered in the God who superintends over every aspect of our lives. What do you need to learn about God's active oversight of your life? How will your life change when you trust the good providence of God? (The Life of Joseph: Pain and Purpose, part 12 conclusion) * Watch Joe Everson's amazing 'live' painting of the Statue of Liberty here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YYAewDjJjoI

In Genesis 2:15, God placed Adam in the garden to “work it and take care of it.” How does this challenge the idea that work is a burden or just a way to survive? What's the difference between bringing “order” to creation and creating “beauty” from it? Can you think of biblical examples of both? Where in your life do you most tend to separate work and worship — treating one as “spiritual” and the other as “secular”? How could you intentionally bring order into an area of your daily life (workplace, home, relationships) this week? What's one way you could add beauty — not just function — to something you do regularly? Which of the three truths (“My work matters to God. My life is used to serve God. God can bring meaning into every moment.”) do you most need to believe and live out right now?

This sermon continues our study of the doctrine of humanity in the book of Genesis. In Genesis 2, we see that God created mankind to work. Work is a good gift from God, and a way that we image God in the world.

Click here to read the episode highlights.    The "Living with Heart" Podcast is brought to you by Chip Dodd Resources (www.chipdodd.com) and The Voice of the Heart Center (vothcenter.com). You can connect with Dr. Chip Dodd at chip@chipdodd.com. Contact Bryan Barley for coaching at bryan@vothcenter.com.    Keeping Heart, by Dr Chip Dodd is written in short sections; each section focuses on some dimension of living fully, loving deeply, and leading well a life that leaves a legacy of goodness. It can be used as a daily form of orienting yourself for the day ahead of you or a book to read cover to cover.    Visit chipdodd.com to download a free resource that describes The Spiritual Root System. This resource identifies each “root” of how we are created as feeling, needing, desiring, longing, hoping people who seek to live fully in relationship with ourselves, with others, and with God.   A path not a pill So often, people offer a “pill” (metaphorically or literally) to a person who is struggling with life's difficulties. The struggle could be anxiety, depression, or addiction. Most people, however, need a path instead of a “pill.”   This podcast is part of the path we are created to walk in life's struggles.   The Voice of the Heart, Needs of the Heart, and Keeping Heart, also, are part of the path.    This podcast and the books speak to the need for relationship and its power to help and heal us through relational connection.   Communion connects to community We quickly think of communion as a religious experience only. It also means to share; it is where we get the word community and communication.    We are created to be in communion with each other—a group of people who share the truth of their hearts.   In Genesis 2:18, God declared for the first time that something was “not good.” This declaration clearly made reference to a man and a woman. It also speaks to how we are created for fellowship; the fellowship of truth telling about our struggles and celebrations that connect us to each other. Then the LORD God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone.  I will make him a helper suitable for him.” Genesis 2:18 (NIV)   When Adam & Eve sinned in the Garden of Eden, they not only hid their physical bodies, they also hid their hearts from God. In the cool of the day, God comes to His creation and asks them, “Where are you?” (Genesis 3:9) This phrase in Hebrew is “ayeka” which is a lament and a question.    Click here to continue reading episode highlights.

Though we are in this world, we are not of this world and we must always keep this in mind. In this episode we will discuss why it's so important to avoid sin and those indulged in sin as it may very well be GOD's way of protecting us and saving our lives. In Genesis 19 Lot and his family, though they had made an ungodly alliance with a wicked city, were given the opportunity to escape and start over new. We will see what they chose. When GOD gives us the opportunity to start over, we should take HIM at HIS offer and rejoice in our newness. Heaven is the ultimate goal so let's stay focused and strive to make it in. We love you and know that JESUS loves you more! Let's talk, BIBLE! (John 3:16)

In Genesis 41, a great famine strikes the land of Egypt and surrounding countries, and God raises up Joseph to save the people during it. Famine is a time of deep hunger, and in this passage, we learn that through the Greater Joseph—our Lord Jesus Christ—we are delivered from our deepest hungers.

Message Notes: https://tinyurl.com/AbramsFailureOfNerve Small Group Talk it Over: https://tinyurl.com/AbramsFaiulreOfNerveTIO When famine struck, Abram faced a test of faith — and failed. In Genesis 12:10–20 we see how fear, half-truths, and compromise silenced his witness, but also how God's faithfulness never failed. This message unpacks five timeless lessons from Abram's failure of nerve and shows how we can trust God in our own seasons of testing. #NewHope, #PastorIanBuckley, #Genesis12, #Abram, #Abraham, #BibleSermon, #FaithTested, #FailureOfNerve, #TrustGod, #ChristianTeaching, #SermonOnFaith, #OvercomingFear, #BibleStudy, #ChurchOnline, #ChristianLiving

In Genesis and 1 John 1 read study about light, and that that light was in the beginning with God, it was the Word, and was made flesh. Jesus is that light, so we must exam all of the metaphors, symbols and meanings of what Light is. We see where He would be a light of the Gentiles and would light every man that comes into the world.

“And he gathered up all the food of these seven years which occurred in the land of Egypt and put the food in the cities. He put in every city the food from the fields around it.” - Genesis 41:48Joseph's story isn't just dramatic—it's a powerful example of godly wisdom in uncertain times. His preparation during years of abundance helped an entire nation weather a famine. Today, Mark Biller joins us to explore what Joseph's legacy teaches us about planning ahead.Mark Biller is Executive Editor and Senior Portfolio Manager at Sound Mind Investing, an underwriter of Faith & Finance. Learning from Joseph's ExampleJoseph's story in the book of Genesis is one of the most dramatic and inspiring accounts in all of Scripture. From his rise and fall—from favored son to slave, from prisoner to ruler of Egypt—Joseph's journey demonstrates God's providence at every turn. His famous words to his brothers in Genesis 50:20 capture the theme: “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good.”But Joseph's story is also a powerful lesson in financial stewardship. His foresight during years of abundance prepared Egypt—and surrounding nations—to survive years of famine. This biblical principle remains as relevant today as it was thousands of years ago.In Genesis 41, Joseph interprets Pharaoh's dreams, warning that seven years of abundance will be followed by seven years of famine. Pharaoh puts Joseph in charge of preparations, and Joseph sets aside 20% of the harvest during the good years. This disciplined stewardship meant survival when crisis hit.Back in 2006, I wrote an editorial drawing on this lesson, warning that the “years of plenty” could give way to economic trouble. Just two years later, the 2008–2009 Global Financial Crisis proved the point. Many of the underlying issues from that period—such as excessive debt and systemic risk—remain unresolved to this day.The Challenges We Face NowWhile I don't have the same sense of foreboding I felt in 2006, there are signs of stress in the global financial system:Runaway Debt – U.S. debt has risen from $10 trillion in 2008 to over $36 trillion today.Bigger Banks – Post-crisis reforms led to further consolidation, making the largest banks even larger.Central Bank Intervention – Years of near-zero interest rates and quantitative easing have encouraged dependence on stimulus.Political Division – Our political climate makes tackling systemic issues even more challenging.Preparing Personally for the Next StormWe can't control national or global problems, but we can prepare at a personal level. If you are in a “year of plenty,” now is the time to:Pay down debt and reduce obligations.Build an emergency fund to weather personal or economic downturns.Diversify investments, including assets that hold value in inflationary times—such as gold, real estate, commodities, or even small allocations to Bitcoin.Live below your means so you can give generously when needs arise.Financial Preparedness as Spiritual OpportunityPreparedness isn't just about protecting yourself—it's about positioning yourself to help others. Crises, whether national or personal, can open hearts to the gospel. If our finances are in order, we can respond like Joseph—meeting physical needs and sharing the spiritual hope found in Christ.If you're in a season of famine right now, don't lose heart. Trust God as your ultimate provider, take small steps forward, and connect with your church or community for support. Seasons change, and preparation now can mean you'll be ready when the next opportunity to serve—or survive—comes.For more on this topic, read the full editorial Years of Plenty, Years of Famine Revisited at SoundMindInvesting.org.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:I've owned a timeshare for years, but I think it's a bad investment. The maintenance fees are high, and I believe there are better vacation options. It will cost $2,000 to get out of it, but my wife likes it. How can I bring this up without hurting her feelings?In the Old Testament, tithing was clearly defined, but in the New Testament, Paul says giving should be something you decide in your heart. Some people tell me they give as they feel led—sometimes more, sometimes less. What are your thoughts on that approach to giving?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly Magazine (Become a FaithFi Partner)Years of Plenty, Years of Famine Revisited by Mark Biller (Sound Mind Investing Article)Sound Mind Investing (SMI)Wisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on MoneyLook At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

"Every believer faces trials that test their faith. Will you choose the path of fear or faith?In Genesis 26, Isaac confronted 5 common fears:Losing possessionsSpeaking truthFully surrendering to GodFacing conflictDoubting God's promisesBut here's the truth: God's faithfulness is greater than our fears.When we trust Him: • Provision replaces scarcity • Truth overcomes lies • Surrender leads to freedom • Conflict becomes opportunity • Promises find fulfillment

"Every believer faces trials that test their faith. Will you choose the path of fear or faith?In Genesis 26, Isaac confronted 5 common fears:Losing possessionsSpeaking truthFully surrendering to GodFacing conflictDoubting God's promisesBut here's the truth: God's faithfulness is greater than our fears.When we trust Him: • Provision replaces scarcity • Truth overcomes lies • Surrender leads to freedom • Conflict becomes opportunity • Promises find fulfillment

Presented by Lauren Stibgen I have been in the workplace for longer than I want to admit and one thing I can say is I hear more about the differences between men and women at work than what unifies us. Although I don't want to overlook the different realities men and women face in the workforce, I also don't think we talk enough about God's point of view on men and women when it comes to work. So, let's examine some of the women in the Bible and the true definition of unity, or the state of being united or joined as a whole, when it comes to men and women at work. In Genesis 1:26-27 we see the beautiful work of unity in creation. Then God said, “Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground.” So God created mankind in his own image, in the image of God he created them; male and female he created them (Genesis 1:26-27). We first see unity in the trinity before God even created man and woman. Our image and our likeness—not my image and my likeness—our. God embodies the unity of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. This is the image of God, working together to form creation. And, when we read the verse about creating man, he created both male and female in his own image. Not men exalted above women or women above men but creation in his image, in unity. If we don't look to the beginning, it is easy to look at the ways culture and society have created norms about work. The reality is, these are not God's norms for men and women. The next verses in Genesis 1:28-29 further frame God's plans for man and woman. God blessed them and said to them, “Be fruitful and increase in number; fill the earth and subdue it. Rule over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky and over every living creature that moves on the ground.” Then God said, “I give you every seed-bearing plant on the face of the whole earth and every tree that has fruit with seed in it. They will be yours for food” (Genesis 1:28-29). God gave man and woman an equal command to work—in unity. So, why do we have so much trouble with unity of men and women at work today? Sin. Your sin and mine. Men sin and women sin. We break unity. But awareness of how it should be—this is the best start. And we can look at how God used men and women together in scripture to accomplish his plans.

In Genesis 49:1-27, Jacob speaks a prophetic word over his 12 sons from his deathbed. Some receive good news, others receive a degree of condemnation. The consequences of their actions will span generations! What can we learn about the idea of generational blessings and curses from this passage?

In Genesis 44, Joseph puts his brothers through the ultimate test to discover if their hearts had truly changed, or if they would repeat their selfish sins of the past.  Sometimes God brings tests and trials into our lives, not to break us—but to build us for what lies ahead. What do you need to know about the tests that God sends your way? (The Life of Joseph: Pain and Purpose, part 10)

In Genesis 2 God gives us a detailed account of the creation of man. Here we get to see who God made us to be, and how He made us to relate to Him. Our experience of life on earth, and of God's many good gifts, has been marred by the fall. The good news is that Jesus restores what we lost in the garden.

In our theological survey of Genesis, we are examining the doctrine of man. In Genesis 1 and 2 we see God's authority over human beings. The purpose for our lives can only be known when we understand that we are under God's authority, and therefore are obligated to obey God.

The studies and articles aren't new. In fact, the first workplace gender research started in the 1960s and 1970s. Men and Women in the Corporation by Rosabeth Moss Kanter was considered one of the first academic studies on gender differences in work behavior and opportunity, and this was in 1977. This conversation is as old as me, but I would like to remind you that women at work is not a construct of the early world wars and industrial revolutions as you may have been taught. Women and men working together started with creation in Genesis 1. Men and women were created to work together. In Genesis 1:26-27, we see the beautiful work of unity in creation. Then God said, ‘Let us make man in our image, after our likeness. And let them have dominion over the fish of the sea and over the birds of the heavens and over the livestock and over all the earth and every other creeping thing that creeps on the earth.' So, God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. When we read the verses about creating man, he created both male and female in his own image. Not men exalted above women or women above men, but creation in his image, in unity. If we don't look to the beginning, it is easy to look at the ways that culture and society have created norms about work. The reality is these are not God's norms for men and women. The next verses in Genesis 1: 28-29 further frame God's plans for man and woman: And God blessed them. And God said to them, ‘Be fruitful and multiply, and fill the earth and subdue it, and have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over the birds of the heavens and over every living thing that moves on the earth.' God gave man and woman an equal command to work in unity. You already know that once sin crept in, this unity was forever broken. Sin impacts this sacred creation in every way, and our cultural norms which have been forming since the 70s continue to impact how men and women work together. What does this sin look like within the context of work? What is causing the continued gender bias issues for women? The answer doesn't start with work; it really begins outside of the office and is part of the cultural and societal brokenness between men and women that has systematically and year after year found its way into our work. With my aim being unity between men and women as advocates to solve this issue, I wondered, who were the leading male voices for gender equality at work. One name that came up was Tony Porter. Tony is the founder and CEO of A Call to Men. He seeks to teach systemic change for between men and women in society. In an article published on his website, “Is your Organization Unintentionally Reinforcing Gender Bias at Work,” Tony states this, “…the workplace is a microcosm of society—a society where men and boys are collectively socialized to view women as objects, as property and as having less value than men.”[1] This blanket statement is not felt by all women, of course, but as a whole, it sums up that sin and the brokenness of not seeing men and women created equally in the image of God is at the root of the issues still facing women today. Fortunately and unfortunately, the Bible is full of cultural examples of both unity and brokenness between men and women. If we look at the Word of God, we will all struggle to understand some of the terrible injustices women faced including being taken by force into marriage, raped, and being cast out of society. Again, at the moment of the fall, the unity and sacred relationship between men and women fell, and it fell hard. But, for every hard-to-read passage of Scripture about injustices for women, there are beautiful examples of how God used women and work for the glory of his kingdom. Women played an important role in the formation of the early church where they not only served the disciples with hospitality but also provided money for the ministry and teaching ...

We all experience “dark nights,” seasons in our lives when circumstances leave us feeling vulnerable and unsure about the future. Can you look back and remember an encounter with God in a difficult season that changed you - a moment so monumental it shook you to the core of your being and left you a different person? Or maybe that's what you need today. In Genesis 28:10-22, after all the manipulation and deceit to get his father's blessing, Jacob is running for his life and uncertain about his future. How is an unexpected encounter with God in the dark night of his life the beginning of something new? And what does it mean for the dark night of our lives today?

Last week, we celebrated THE LAST MEAL WE'LL EVER NEED -- Jesus, the Bread of Life. This week we go back to the beginning, to THE FIRST BITE that changed everything. In Genesis 3, a simple act of eating becomes a doorway to sin, shame, and separation from God. But even in humanity's fall, God's grace was already at work. Join us as we explore the story of the first meal -- and the Savior who came to make things right.Recorded live at Word of Life Church in Le Sueur, Minnesota, on Sunday, August 10, 2025, Pastor Nick Olson preaching.

In Genesis 11 & 12 we find the world in the throws of sin and chaos. And at this point, God does something different than He had done before. He calls a family into discipleship. God decides to fix the world through the holiness of a family. God is calling you into a new life! Will you answer that call? To support the work and worship of Redeemer, subscribe to our channel and consider supporting us by giving a tax deductible gift at the link below. https://pushpay.com/g/redeemerchurchrockwall

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The function ש־ו־ב (shin–waw–bet) is not the sigh of remorse in a cloistered heart, but the pivot of a sword's edge; the turn God commands into the place where his name has been denied. Abraham returns from the valley of kings; Moses returns to the mountain, still breathing the smoke of the calf's golden stench; Gideon returns to the camp with the dream of victory burning in his ears. None turns to hide—all turn to face him.And ח־נ־ן (ḥet–nun–nun), to plead, is no bowing before the courts of men. The human reference vanishes. Job's feeble plea to his servant falls into the void. Malachi mocks the lips that beg for favor while the hands bring defilement. Proper pleading is stripped of flattery and calculation, bare as incense in the wind, carrying no name but his.In Luke's Gerasene plain, the return is marked by absence. The swine are gone, the crowd is gone, the man's former companions erased. He stands alone, clothed and found, with no community left to shield him, no filth left to hide him, no power left to reference but the one who sent him. This is the Day when the disbeliever is given back his own deed, when tribe and city and oath are dust, and a man stands naked before the Face that made him. This is the Day that the Lord has made. To return is to step into that bareness now, ahead of the Hour, with only obedience in your hands.“Return to your house, habibi, and describe what great things God has done for you.”This week, I discuss Luke 8:39.Show Notesδέομαι (deomai) / ח־נ־ן (ḥet–nun–nun) / ح–ن–ن (ḥāʾ–nūn–nūn)BEGGING IN VAINThe itinerary of ח־נ־ן (ḥet–nun–nun) / ح–ن–ن (ḥāʾ–nūn–nūn) opens with righteous entreaty to God in Deuteronomy 3:23 — “I pleaded [וָאֶתְחַנַּ֖ן (waʾetḥannan)] with the Lord at that time” — and proceeds to submission before his prophet in 2 Kings 1:13 — “he bowed down on his knees before Elijah and begged [וַיִּתְחַנֵּ֗ן (wayyiṭḥannēn)] him.” It is upheld as the correct course in Job 8:5 — “if you will search for God and implore [תִּתְחַנָּֽן (titḥannan)] the compassion of the Almighty” — but falters in Job 19:16, when Job seeks compassion from a human servant: “I called to my servant, but he gave me no answer; I pleaded [חִנַּ֖נְתִּי (ḥinnantī)] with him with my mouth.”Here, the root meets the same fork in the road as מ־צ־א (mem–ṣade–aleph) / و–ج–د (wāw–jīm–dāl) “to find.” To plead in the wrong direction is the verbal equivalent of being found in the wrong place—misoriented, exposed, and powerless. Job is “found out” in his misdirected appeal.The itinerary returns to proper alignment in Psalm 141:2 — “may my prayer be counted as incense before you” — where the supplication is again oriented toward God, the one who truly “finds” his slave. But the arc terminates with Malachi 1:9 — “will you not plead [חִנַּנְאֵל (ḥinnū-ʾēl)] for God's favor…with such an offering…will he receive any of you kindly?” Here, the prophet exposes the futility of petition without obedience. Even the correct address is worthless if the one who pleads is “found” corrupt.In Luke, δέομαι (deomai) follows the same itinerary. As with מ־צ־א, the point is not the act itself — searching, pleading, finding — but the reference. Mercy is not secured by human initiative, whether in seeking or in supplication, but by being found by God in faithful submission. To plead wrongly is to be found wrongly; to plead rightly is to be found rightly. Luke's use aligns with Malachi's charge: misplaced faith or hypocritical worship is no more effective than Job's appeal to his unresponsive servant.Deuteronomy 3:23 – וָאֶתְחַנַּ֖ן (waʾetḥannan) – I also pleaded with the Lord at that time, saying, – Moses petitions the Lord to let him cross the Jordan and view the promised land.2 Kings 1:13 – וַיִּתְחַנֵּ֗ן (wayyiṭḥannēn) – So the king again sent the captain of a third fifty with his fifty. When the third captain of fifty went up, he came and bowed down on his knees before Elijah, and begged him and said to him, “O man of God, please let my life and the lives of these fifty servants of yours be precious in your sight.” – A third captain approaches Elijah after the first two captains were destroyed. He kneels and requests preservation for himself and his men.Job 8:5 – וְאֶל־שַׁדַּ֥י תִּתְחַנָּֽן (weʾel-shadday titḥannan) – If you will search for God And implore the compassion of the Almighty, – Bildad advises Job to seek God and appeal for compassion.Job 19:16 – חִנַּ֖נְתִּי (ḥinnantī) – I called to my servant, but he did not answer; I implored him with my mouth. – Job recounts calling his servant and receiving no reply, even after pleading directly.Psalm 141:2 – תִּתְחַנָּֽה (titḥannah) – May my prayer be counted as incense before You; The raising of my hands as the evening offering. – The psalmist compares his prayer to incense and the lifting of hands to the evening offering.Malachi 1:9 – חִנַּנְאֵל (ḥinnū-ʾēl) – But now will you not plead for God's favor, so that He will be gracious to us? With such an offering on your part, will He receive any of you kindly?” says the Lord of armies. – The prophet challenges the priests to request God's favor despite their unacceptable offerings.ὑποστρέφω (hypostrephō) / ש־ו־ב (shin–waw–bet) / ث-و-ب (thāʾ–wāw–bāʾ)Finding, Pleading, Returning: Three Arcs Toward ConfrontationIn Luke 8, the healed man's commission to return [שׁוּב (shub)] to his city cannot be read in isolation. It is the culmination of three interwoven prophetic itineraries — מ־צ־א (mem–ṣade–aleph) “to find,” ח־נ־ן (ḥet–nun–nun) “to plead,” and ש־ו־ב (shin–waw–bet) “to return” — each carrying its own history of confrontation, exposure, and the tearing down of human constructs.The root מ־צ־א moves through Scripture as a pivot between encounter and judgment. To “find” is not neutral; it is to be located, exposed, or confronted by what is found. In Luke 8:35, the townspeople find the formerly demon-possessed man “clothed and in his right mind” — an exposure that drives them to fear. Their response aligns them not with Abraham's trust (Genesis 14:17), but with those who resist God's presence. “Then after his return [בְּשׁוּבוֹ (bə·shū·bō)] from the defeat of Chedorlaomer and the kings who were with him, the king of Sodom went out to meet him at the Valley of Shaveh (that is, the King's Valley). (Genesis 14:17)The root ש־ו־ב is typically mistranslated as repentance in a theological sense. Still, in the prophetic arc, it signals a strategic pivot, a “turn” toward confrontation, often in the face of danger. In Genesis 14:17, Abraham's ש־ו־ב [בְּשׁוּבוֹ (bə·shū·bō)] from victory leads directly into confrontation with the king of Sodom. In Judges 3:19, Ehud turns back [שָׁב (shab)] to assassinate Eglon. But he himself turned back [שָׁב (shab)] from the idols which were at Gilgal, and said, “I have a secret message for you, O king.” And he said, “Silence!” And all who were attending him left him.” (Judges 3:19)In Exodus 32:31, Moses' return [וַיָּשָׁב (way·yā·shab)] to God comes after shattering the tablets, standing be...

From the archives - it's the best of “Understanding the Bible in 5 Days” podcast - summer edition:In Genesis 12, God makes three promises to Abraham that set His plan in motion to restore the relationship with people like us. And when you understand these three promises, it's like a KEY that unlocks the rest of the Bible.

HE created them:MAN AND WOMAN.MALE AND FEMALE.Those two, and those two only. If the Lord God Almighty intended only two sexes, only two genders, then no man or woman has any right to change sex or to TRANSGENDER FROM ONE TO ANOTHER. To do so is wrong, morally wrong, scripturally wrong, and biologically so, as well.Our world, said one Denise George, “is at war with God.” It is bent on defying His Holiness, and HIS natural selection. This world of ours has absolutely no respect for Gods created order. The concept of gender is re-defined and distorted. And, so often, women are the ones who bear the brunt of the consequences.In many ways, our culture demeans women. It devalues the natural female ability to give birth and to nourish life. It seems to have little respect for a woman's decision to choose marriage, family, and child-raising rather than career. There is little doubt that the Creator of male and female, man and woman, is not happy.The so-called new gender-identity is everywhere. This nefarious and evil indoctrination infects our students, our businesses, our cultural and entertainment lives, and advocates gender-altering procedures, even surgical mutilation, puberty blockers, and damaging hormone-therapies. All such and more produce terrible biological changes which are, more often than not, irreversible.And now comes to our society the biological male who has, through one of these horrendous procedures, become a so-called transgender woman. This new creation, man-made and not God-made, is now given unsupervised entrance into girls' bathrooms, locker rooms, and so many other areas which were once biological-female-only. That is just plain wrong, morally wrong, so says the scripture, wrong and with dire consequences to come. Any who dare protest and take public stands against this transgender movement are so often told to be more inclusive, to compromise, to broaden their mindset, and get re-educated, RE-EDUCATED! Christians, real Christians, God-believing Christians, will never do so, I do hope and pray.Now, males identifying as transgender women are allowed to participate in girls' sports, creating unfair advantage and thankfully, the Trump administration is doing its best to reverse this trend and re-establish once again the real definition of man and woman, male and female.A common definition of WOMAN today is an adult who LIVES AND IDENTIFIES as female, though they may have been a different sex at birth. In other words, no matter biology or birthing, by that definition, anyone can decide their sex and fully identify as such. But, one individual who underwent sex-change, including genital surgery (a biological male) said, after that surgery, that he had learned the truth and that hormones and surgery may alter appearances but nothing changes the immutable fact of your biological sex. If you are born male, if you are born female, no matter what you do, you can never change that gender, never.And more from the Creator Himself. In Genesis 1:27, hear these divine words:IN THE IMAGE OF GOD, HE CREATED THEM, MALE AND FEMALE. HE CREATED THEM.Those words were confirmed by Jesus Christ, who said in Matthew 19:4:HAVE YOU NOT READ THAT HE WHO MADE THEM AT THE BEGINNING MADE THEM MALE AND FEMALE?No one or no procedure can change that!What a marvelous thing it is to be a woman. Any God-created woman is very special, unique, and a blessing to this world as wife, mother, family-matriarch, teacher, or for that matter, any woman who is called to career, work and productivity in her own special way. The story of Eve, created by God as a help-need to Adam, is a blessing indeed, and that female creation is so much more than a mere help-need, so much more.The Biden administration, to its shame, referred to expectant mothers as:BIRTHING PEOPLE.One Governor referred to pregnant woman as:INSEMINATED PERSONS.Unbelievable, disrespectful, and wrong, dead wrong. Scripture honors mothers, mothers like Sarah, Hannah, and Mary, among others. There was none greater born of women than Jesus of Nazareth, none. WOMEN ARE SPECIAL!In the 52 years since ROE V. WADE, there have been more than 63 million abortions, known and quantified in the United States. There have been more since the Supreme Court ruling in the case DOBBS V. JACKSON. If not now, than later, these murders of innocent babies will be accounted for.President Donald Trump issued a declaration as follows:“DEFENDING WOMEN FROM GENDER IDEOLOGY EXTREMEISM AND RESTORING BIOLOGICAL TRUTH TO THE FEDERAL GOVENRMENT.”The President stated that the policy of the United States is the recognize TWO SEXES, male and female, and the President went on to define and clarify the definition of female:A PERSON BELONGING AT CONCEPTION TO THE SEX THAT PRODUCES THE LARGE REPRODUCTIVE CELL.That, of course, is a biological definition, but one necessary in this tragic culture of ours.Said Denise George, writing for the wonderful magazine DECISION:“GOD HAS INSTILLED WITHIN HIS FEMALE CREATION THE STRENGTH AND WISDOM OF DEBORAH, THE COURAGE AND DETERMEINATION OF ESTHER, THE FAITHFULLYNESS AND PERSERVERENCE OF RUTH, AND THE ENTRUEPREUSNIEUAL AND SUPPORTIVE-PROWESS OF LYDIA.”God indeed has done that and more.We who are Christian and male solute women, real women, honor and respect them, and rejoice that the Great God Almighty, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, has seen fit to create male and female, and we honor our God for so-doing.

Big news—The Sin of Retirement is now live! You can now purchase the softcover or ebook through our website: www.sinofretirement.com. This book has been a long time in the making, and it's rooted in a simple truth: there is a greater purpose than leisure in retirement. Retirement shouldn't be about slowing down to do nothing. In Genesis 2, we're reminded that work is a gift from God—and that truth doesn't end when your career does. Whether it's mentoring, serving, or using your time for eternal purpose, The Sin of Retirement is a call to action. On Mission Our next mission trip to Brazil is set for March 2026. If you're interested in joining, please let us know. You don't have to travel with us, but we encourage you to find a way to live with greater purpose—right where you are. Fed Meeting Recap Last week's Fed meeting held no surprises—Chairman Powell kept rates unchanged. That said, I still believe we'll see three rate cuts before the end of the year. To Powell's credit, the data he had was questionable. The Bureau of Labor Statistics revised previous jobless claims and economic data, which changed the outlook considerably. The updated numbers show a weakening economy, declining inflation, and falling energy costs. And as I always say—everything starts with energy prices. The Fed, as usual, is late to the game.

In Genesis 16, Sarai's impatience leads her to give Hagar to Abram, but it is Hagar's encounter with God in the wilderness that reveals a profound truth: God sees us—even in our pain, confusion, and uncertainty. Alone and fleeing, Hagar hears God call her by name, offering comfort and a promise that her story matters and that she will be cared for.Following this, in Genesis 17, God renews His covenant with Abram, changing his name to Abraham and calling him into a new identity marked by promise and faithfulness.This message explores the deep human need to be seen and known by God—not just as a distant promise but as a personal, intimate reality. It invites us to recognize that no matter where we find ourselves—waiting, doubting, or struggling—God's gaze meets us with love and purpose.For anyone feeling overlooked or forgotten, this sermon offers the hope that God sees every part of our journey and calls us into an unshakable covenant of grace and identity.Key Verses:Genesis 16:13 Genesis 17:1 Genesis 17:5

In Genesis 43, Joseph puts his brothers through a series of challenging tests that are designed to reveal their character. Will these brothers get back on track with godliness? If you've been distant or in a season of disobedience, how can you get your life back into alignment with God? (The Life of Joseph: Pain and Purpose, part 9)

In Genesis 48, we witness Jacob's final blessing. Not just to his own sons, but also his grandsons, Ephraim and Manasseh. In a surprising reversal, the younger is blessed over the older, highlighting God's pattern of grace that doesn't follow human rules. Jacob reminds us to bless the next generation not just materially, but spiritually. Most powerfully, this chapter points us to Jesus… the Good Shepherd who redeems, blesses, and includes the undeserving. Whether you're far from God or a The post Genesis 48 – The Final Words of Jacob (part 1) appeared first on Island Pond Baptist Church.

If you had the power to confront those who hurt you, what would you do? In Genesis 44 and 45, Joseph finally reveals himself to the brothers who betrayed him. After testing their character, Joseph sees genuine change—and responds with overwhelming grace. In this episode, Stephen Davey unpacks one of the Bible's most dramatic and emotional moments. Joseph weeps. He embraces. And he forgives. His brothers expect judgment, but receive mercy instead. Stephen explores why Joseph's attitude matters so deeply. You'll discover how forgiveness flows from a heart that sees God at work in every detail of life. Joseph understood that what others meant for evil, God meant for good. That perspective gave him both humility and security—and it empowered him to show compassion to those who once betrayed him. You'll also learn how to recognize genuine repentance, why bitterness holds us back, and how trusting God's sovereignty allows you to love others even through pain. Whether you're facing conflict, unresolved hurt, or simply struggling to move on, this episode will give you biblical hope and practical wisdom. It's a powerful reminder that the pathway to peace doesn't begin with payback—it begins with perspective. https://www.wisdomonline.org

If you had the power to confront those who hurt you, what would you do? In Genesis 44 and 45, Joseph finally reveals himself to the brothers who betrayed him. After testing their character, Joseph sees genuine change—and responds with overwhelming grace. In this episode, Stephen Davey unpacks one of the Bible's most dramatic and emotional moments. Joseph weeps. He embraces. And he forgives. His brothers expect judgment, but receive mercy instead. Stephen explores why Joseph's attitude matters so deeply. You'll discover how forgiveness flows from a heart that sees God at work in every detail of life. Joseph understood that what others meant for evil, God meant for good. That perspective gave him both humility and security—and it empowered him to show compassion to those who once betrayed him. You'll also learn how to recognize genuine repentance, why bitterness holds us back, and how trusting God's sovereignty allows you to love others even through pain. Whether you're facing conflict, unresolved hurt, or simply struggling to move on, this episode will give you biblical hope and practical wisdom. It's a powerful reminder that the pathway to peace doesn't begin with payback—it begins with perspective. https://www.wisdomonline.org

What do you do when your conscience won't stay quiet? In Genesis 42, Joseph's brothers finally face the guilt they buried years ago. They had sold Joseph into slavery and lied to their father—and for 25 years, they said nothing. But now, God begins to wake up their sleeping consciences. In this episode, Stephen Davey unpacks the story and reveals how God uses association, similar circumstances, and isolation to stir a guilty heart. Joseph—now prime minister of Egypt—confronts his brothers without revealing his identity. He mirrors their past actions, giving them a taste of their own betrayal. And for the first time, they confess their guilt out loud. Stephen explains how conscience works—how it can be conditioned, suppressed, or renewed. You'll learn that guilt is not your enemy. It's a gift from God that points you to repentance and healing. You'll also see how easily we defend ourselves, make excuses, or blame others—just like Joseph's brothers. If you've ever carried guilt, or if someone you love seems hardened by sin, this episode will give you hope. God's grace is patient. He awakens your heart not to shame you—but to restore you.

What do you do when your conscience won't stay quiet? In Genesis 42, Joseph's brothers finally face the guilt they buried years ago. They had sold Joseph into slavery and lied to their father—and for 25 years, they said nothing. But now, God begins to wake up their sleeping consciences. In this episode, Stephen Davey unpacks the story and reveals how God uses association, similar circumstances, and isolation to stir a guilty heart. Joseph—now prime minister of Egypt—confronts his brothers without revealing his identity. He mirrors their past actions, giving them a taste of their own betrayal. And for the first time, they confess their guilt out loud. Stephen explains how conscience works—how it can be conditioned, suppressed, or renewed. You'll learn that guilt is not your enemy. It's a gift from God that points you to repentance and healing. You'll also see how easily we defend ourselves, make excuses, or blame others—just like Joseph's brothers. If you've ever carried guilt, or if someone you love seems hardened by sin, this episode will give you hope. God's grace is patient. He awakens your heart not to shame you—but to restore you.

This episode is powered by Dinner with Darnyelle “Your business and your income will never exceed your identity.” – Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon Let's be real: if you're still waiting for confirmation to walk into the next level of your calling, you've already delayed your destiny. Embodiment isn't optional—it's the command. In Genesis 1:28, God didn't say do fruitful things; He said, be fruitful and multiply. That's where overflow starts—not in a funnel, not in another hack, but in your ability to be the version of you that already holds the millions you're praying for. In this episode, Dr. Darnyelle unpacks the embodiment shift every Legacy-Led CEO must master to sustain and scale without grinding themselves into spiritual bankruptcy. If you've been hustling from an old identity while declaring a new reality, this episode will confront every excuse that's been keeping you from the life and business God designed for you. Your next level isn't activated by effort. It's unlocked by embodiment. You'll walk away with the clarity to identify where you've been leaking power, practical embodiment practices to elevate your identity, and the courage to make decisions as the CEO you were born to be—not the one you've outgrown.. Here's the truth: You don't get what you want—you get who you are. And if you're still operating from the self-concept that built your last level, you'll never hold your next one. Embodiment is how you collapse time. Until you fully BE, your millions will stay in theory. Grab your Move to Millions Podcast Notebook, a pen and your favorite beverage and listen in to discover: ✔ How to practice identity-based decision-making to align with your next level ✔ How to embody your seven-figure self now—even before the money shows up ✔ How to integrate spiritual and somatic practices to hold overflow without overwhelm ✔And so much more This episode is a call to stop performing and start becoming. To let go of last season's confidence and embody the woman or man God already sees. It's time to stop whispering your value, undercharging your worth, and waiting for permission. Walk like it's already yours—because it is. This is your invitation to press pause on the endless doing and drop into being. To anchor into your anointing and move from that posture so that your strategy finally has the spiritual scaffolding it needs. This is about building a business that flows from identity, not insecurity. Resources Mentioned: Apply for a Soul + Strategy Conversation Move to Millions: The Proven Framework To Become a Million Dollar CEO With Grace & Ease Instead of Hustle & Grind by Dr. Darnyelle Jervey Harmon – Get Your Copy Companion Guide for Move to Millions – Download for a detailed overview of the seven systems to seven figures. 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In Genesis 1:26-27, God declares, "Let us make mankind in our image, according to our likeness." In part eight of "Your True Identity," Brother Duane explains that humanity's creation in God's image and likeness defines our true identity. This divine distinction separates humans from angels, animals, and all other forms of creation. Key features of God's image include dominion and authority, the distinction between male and female, sovereignty, creativity, and the concept of work. Two aspects that spark debate are judgment and justice. The ability to judge is a fundamental aspect of God's image in humanity. Jesus instructed in John 7:24 to "judge with righteous judgment" instead of judging based on outward appearance.Sin can damage and distort God's image in humans but it cannot eliminate it. We can either celebrate this image through righteousness in Christ or pervert it through sin. Today, many social movements that seek justice often commit injustices themselves, which distorts the image of God. Embrace "Your True Identity" and reflect God's restored image through Christ's righteousness.

A meditation preached at Lyncroft Centre, Toronto, on July 20, 2025.In Genesis 18 we have the account of the appearance of the Lord to Abraham at the Oak of Mamre.  It is a wonderful account, in the heat of the day, with the cicada and the grasshoppers buzzing and the heat haze. Then we get a mirror image of this with the account of Bethany, and Jesus being treated, with his apostles by Martha and Mary. (Luke 10:38-42)It's all about where we can contemplate God and serve him in our life. Framing our stresses, anxiety, our multiple tasks in the light of God's love.Music: Michael Lee of Toronto.Thumbnail: Andrei Rublev Icon of Three Angels at Oaks of Mambre, 1410 in Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow.

Even though Joseph is the main character, God also addresses the sin of Joseph's brothers and their dysfunctional family. In Genesis 42, how does God awaken the sleepy consciences of Joseph's brothers? If you are stuck in your sins, or you're slow to respond to God's promptings, what might He do to get your attention?  (The Life of Joseph: Pain and Purpose, part 8)

In Genesis 28:10-22 Jacob has a vision of a ladder whose top reaches to heaven. It is a vision of heaven itself and shows that God is gracious to Jacob despite his sins. The question that hangs over entire narrative is whether or not God will be the God of Jacob. Here we get the beginning of the answer: yes, by His grace.

In Genesis 42, Joseph encounters his brothers for the first time in 20 years! But, with all the relational baggage, reconciliation will not come easily. What can we learn about the barriers between us and reconciliation?

In Genesis 26:34-35; 27:46-28:9 we see the contrast between Esau's marriages and Jacob's pursuit of a wife. We learn that Christians are only to marry "in the Lord."

The Gospel of John Week 2 Scripture: John 1:1-18, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Psalm 33;6, Psalm 107:20, Isaiah 55:11, Exodus 40:34, Exodus 33:18. An Overview of the Gospel of John     ⁃    Prologue 1:1-18     ⁃    Jesus' ministry 1:19 - 11:57     ⁃    Passion of Christ and resurrection 12:1 - 21:25 Important terms in the Gospel of John (# = number of times it is used in the Gospel of John:     ⁃    Life: 36     ⁃    Light: 23     ⁃    Witness: 47     ⁃    Believe: 98     ⁃    World: 78     ⁃    Truth: 56     ⁃    Glory: 42     ⁃    Father: 136 Several of these key words above appear in the prologue. Prologue (1:1-18) The prologue begins John 1:1 “In the beginning” which is just how Genesis 1:1 starts “In the beginning.” In Genesis those words introduce creation.  In John those words introduce the new creation - God is doing a new things. 2 Corinthians 5:17 tells us “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.” Everything that the Father said through the prophets from the beginning, and what was spoken since the beginning is coming to its fullness and fulfillment in Jesus the Messiah. John 1:1 - “In the beginning was the word.” The following verses help us understand more about The Word. We read in Psalm 33:6 that “By the word of the Lord the heavens were made, their starry host by the breath of his mouth.” God's WORD is living and active! Psalm 107:20 tells us that the Word rescues from the grave, just as Jesus rescues us from the grave. - “He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave.” And then in Isaiah 55:11 we read “so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.” God's word accomplishes His plans and purposes. Just as Jesus accomplishes the fulfillment of God's promises and plans and purposes.   Everything was created by the Word of Jesus Christ. The Word holds everything together. And Jesus - The Word - was there at the beginning! John 1:1-3 tells us that the Living God loved us so much that he was willing in a way beyond our ability to understand, willing to become one of us, a real human being but also truly and fully God. He gave Himself up for us all and that's the way this gospel begins and that's powerful! John 1:4-5 reminds us of Genesis 1 where we read that in the beginning God created the heavens and the earth…. And He said let there be light. And in John we read, “In Him was life and that life was the Light of the World!” Those who receive Jesus as Messiah become the children of God - adopted by the Creator of the Universe! Right from the opening of this powerful and amazing book we see who Jesus is - He is the Living God. - He is the Messiah - He is The Word - He is the fulfillment of every promise of God. John 1:6-14  - Pastor talks about John the Baptist who bares witness to Jesus the Messiah as the Light and shares pictures of the Jordan River at the town of Bethany - the traditional site of Jesus' baptism. The Gospel of John is uniquely crafted by the Spirit of God to bear witness to Jesus and to lead people to faith.  It's an easy read but filled with depth! John shares that Jesus wasn't who was expected and that the people didn't recognize Him as the Messiah. Jesus came in flesh to dwell (tabernacle) among us as God did with Moses - Exodus 40:34. Side note Jesus is referred to as Emmanuel in the Old Testament and that means God with us! And He is! John 1:15-18 Law came through Moses - Grace and truth come through Jesus Christ and Jesus is the fulfillment of everything God promised in the Torah. Jesus is not simply a great teacher or merely a worker of miracles, He is the One who is the Only begotten God. In the prologue we see who Jesus is and starting next week we will see what this means and how this works!  Join us! Our website – https://www.awakeusnow.com Watch the video from our website! https://www.awakeusnow.com/2-year-study-of-the-gospels-upper Watch the video from our YouTube Channel!! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTaaqrC3dMOzMkhPyiNWwlJRpV6Bwpu01     ⁃    The Gospel of John study is part five of five of our Two Year Study of the Gospels.      ⁃    The Gospel of John may be one of the most powerful books ever written. Many people have come to faith after reading only this book of the Bible.  Scholarly and archeological discoveries in recent decades give us new insight on details in the Gospel of John. We can now understand it as the most Jewish rather than the most “Gentile/Greek” of the Gospels, and when we do that we see many things that we missed before. Our 2 year study of the gospels is great for large group, small group or home group study and can be started at any time!