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Pastor Andy Cass What if you realized you've been placed in a garden — not just physically, but spiritually? In this message, Pastor Andy unpacks two roots every follower of Jesus must grow deep: humility and faithfulness, because what you plant today will be what you live on tomorrow. TEXT: Genesis 2:15, Deuteronomy 6:10–12, James 4:10, 1 Corinthians 3:6–7, James 5:7–8 NOTES: Big Question: Are you growing where you've been planted? Are you rooted? Are you embracing your season? Are you open to shaping/pruning? Big Idea: “What you plant today will be what you live on tomorrow.” Root 01: The mindset of a gardener is Humility Root 02: The cadence of a gardener is infused with Faithfulness and Patience. My faith—seeds have been planted. I remain present in the garden, humbly serving. I stay near the Master Gardener.”
Pastor Josh Kruger What does it mean to Garden God's Way? Discover how Jesus invites us to cultivate our lives and communities with purpose, multiplication, and discipleship rooted in His Word. TEXT: Genesis 1:11-12, Genesis 1:22, Genesis 1:26-28, Genesis 2:7-8, Matthew 13, Mark 4, Luke 8, Matthew 21:28-32, John 15, Matthew 28:18-20, 1 Corinthians 13, 1 Timothy 4, Revelation 21–22
Text: Genesis 24:63-67 A sermon in our series through Genesis
Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Genesis 49:28-50:26 Text: Genesis 49:28-50:26
Pastor Ken MellonSermon Theme: "Our fight against temptations"Text: Genesis 9:18-28; 10:1, 32Worship FolderSt. Paul's Lutheran Church, North Mankato, MN
Most of us believe nothing could be better than seeing our dreams come true. In that pursuit of happiness, it never enters our minds that getting our heart's desires could, in fact, be the worst thing that ever happened to us. Good things can go bad.Why does getting your heart's desire so often lead to disaster? It's because our hearts are idol factories. We can take a good thing, indeed a gift from God, and if we're not careful, we can end up elevating it to a place where it was never meant to be, giving it a position it was never fit for. An idol is anything more important to you than God, anything that absorbs your attention and affection more than God, anything you seek to give you what only God can give.One of the most classic pictures of this is found in the Old Testament book of Genesis. Abraham was born into a wealthy family of idol-worshipers. But God made him a staggering offer: if he would forsake his idols, leave his ancestral home, and follow God's leading, the Lord would bless him beyond his wildest dreams. More specifically, this promise would be fulfilled through Abraham's offspring. The problem was, Abraham had no offspring. He and his wife were childless. But he took God at His word and stepped out in faith. The years passed, and still, no child came. Finally, when Abraham was 100 years old and Sarah was 90, it happened. Miraculously, a son was born to them. They named him Isaac. From the moment of his birth, he was the delight and the idol of his father's heart. So, “God stepped in to save both father and son from the consequences of an uncleansed love.” (Tozer)God tested Abraham, asking him to sacrifice his son—his only son, whom he loved. The Lord knew Abraham had to deal with his idol, and as painful as that was for Abraham, the alternative would have been even more painful. If a person is put in the place of God, it creates an idolatrous love that will smother the person and strangle the relationship.Abraham passed the test. He obeyed, and God stepped in, stopped Abraham, and gave him back his son.In our lives, things will inevitably arise – even good things – that we will turn into idols. It may be your children, your husband, wife, girlfriend, or boyfriend. It may be success in athletics, or a dream to be on the stage, or making it big in business. Idols demand to be fed. We will sacrifice for them, or to them. Yet they never end up delivering.Good things can and often do go bad as we turn them into our idols. And it's then that God, in His mercy, calls us to a Moriah moment. Mark it well: It will not be easy. The most painful of times will be when our “Isaacs” are challenged, threatened, or even removed. Sometimes it seems as if God is killing us when He challenges our idols. In reality, He's saving us. Though it appeared that God was being excessively cruel to Abraham, in reality, God was freeing Abraham to be a great man who would become the Father of our Faith. Text: Genesis 22:1-18Originally recorded on November 21, 2010, at Fellowship Missionary Church, Fort Wayne, IN
Text: Genesis 24:61-63 A sermon in our series through Genesis
Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Genesis 49:1-28 Text: Genesis 49:1-28
Text: Genesis 24:50-60 A sermon in our series through Genesis
Pastor John Bothof - Scripture: Genesis 47:27-48:22 Text: Genesis 47:27-48:22
Sermon #8 from Wednesday morning of the 2025 International Prescott Summer Bible ConferenceWhat if everything you thought you knew about God… was wrong?https://TakingTheLandPodcast.comSUBSCRIBE TO PREMIUM FOR MORE:• Subscribe for only $3/month on Supercast: https://taking-the-land.supercast.com/• Subscribe for only $3.99/month on Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-land/subscribe• Subscribe for only $4.99/month on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3vy1s5bIn this powerful and deeply personal sermon, Pastor Scott Lamb walks us through the radical faith of Abraham in Genesis 12. From leaving behind a pagan past to following a God he barely understood, Abraham's journey was filled with mystery, setbacks, and detours—but it changed the world.Pastor Lamb challenges us to abandon our comfortable, predictable Christianity and instead embrace the unpredictable, faith-filled life God calls us to. If you've ever felt stuck, unsure, or too “rational” for radical obedience, this message is for you.This is not a sermon for the faint of heart—this is a call into the unknown.Text: Genesis 12:1–5 | Acts 7:2–5 | Hebrews 11:8–100:00 - Intro: Preaching After Giants0:36 - Why the Unknown Terrifies Us2:33 - Charging Into the Unknown4:35 - Abraham's Comfortable Religion6:40 - When God Interrupts Your Theology8:44 - Can God Wreck Your Plans?10:08 - From Paganism to Calling11:36 - When God Detonates Your Safe Christianity13:29 - The False God of Mammon14:49 - The “Adventure” You Didn't Plan17:03 - Our Predictable, Toothless God20:22 - Stuck in Haran: When You Bring Baggage22:06 - Obedience Delayed = Destiny Delayed23:22 - Marital Chaos in Egypt24:48 - Faith Is Not What You Expected26:27 - You Don't Know God (Really)28:03 - What We Don't Know Exceeds What We Do29:35 - Destiny Isn't About You31:20 - God's Plan: Bigger Than Canaan33:08 - From Abraham to You35:09 - Your Life = Small Dreams or Global Impact?36:11 - Examine Your Faith37:48 - Living the Sermon on the Mount39:31 - Are You a Blessing to the Nations?40:52 - Go and Make Disciples Anyway41:27 - God Lives in the Unknown43:33 - We Haven't Arrived Yet43:37 - Final Challenge: Meet with God
Pastor Marques NelsonSermon Theme: Genealogy of Jesus - Enoch. Walking with God.Text: Genesis 5:9-32Worship FolderSt. Paul's Lutheran Church, North Mankato, MN
Text: Genesis 37, 39, 40 & 41
Pastor John Bothof - Scripture: Genesis 47 Text: Genesis 47
Text: Genesis 2:4-7, 15Missions Month is a time where we revisit and remember the promise and responsibility of the Gospel in the lives of others. The Gospel is a message that is both to be modeled in lifestyle and shared with words. This month we will look at the different ways our church invests itself in missions locally and globally, and spend time growing in our understanding of missions and the Gospel.Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit: https://www.wearebethany.com THIS SERMON CAN BE VIEWED ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqmshgH0JLqxzRXiEr2QktQ Worship Service of Bethany Baptist Church (Wendell, NC/Raleigh, NC) June 22, 2025Worship Service of Bethany Baptist Church (Wendell, NC/Raleigh, NC) Come visit us in person! To learn more about our church visit: https://www.wearebethany.comFollow us on Facebook and Instagram
Text: Genesis 12:1-9 God's Sovereign Call to Abram (Gen. 12:1-3) God called Abram to turn away from idol worship and leave his homeland, never to return. God called Abram to trust in His Word and believe His promises. Abram's Obedient Faith in God (Gen. 12:4-6) Abram obeyed God in faith, taking God at His Word to guide and protect him. Abram's Dedicated Worship to God (Gen. 12:7-9) God appeared to Abram, reaffirming His promise to give him the land of Canaan. Abram responded in worship as he built an altar and called upon the name of the Lord.
Pastor Marques NelsonSermon Theme: Genealogy of Jesus - Seth. The Image is Passed On.Text: Genesis 4:25-5:8Worship FolderSt. Paul's Lutheran Church, North Mankato, MN
Text: Genesis 24:28-49 A sermon in our series through Genesis
Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Genesis 46 Text: Genesis 46
Text: Genesis 3:1-24Big Idea: Why is the world so broken? Adam and Eve had every reason to trust God's loving provision, and yet they chose to trust themselves over the Creator, which broke our intended relationship with God, with others, and with all creation.The temptation.The sin.The consequences.Youtube LinkSermon Notes
Text: Genesis 24:22-27 A sermon in our series through Genesis
Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Genesis 43-45 Text: Genesis 43-45
Yahweh sits down to rule. Text: Genesis 2:1-3; 1:27-28Players: YahwehAdamEveThe heavenly hostCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund the film of Holy Ghost Stories Live: The Creation Show—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Eden means delight. Text: Genesis 2:8-17Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Genesis 42 Text: Genesis 42
Adam is alone no longer.Text: Genesis 1:26-27,31; 2:18-25Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
The Trinity creates man in Their own image. Text: Genesis 1:26-28; 2:5-8,19-20Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Text: Genesis 10 Introduction: The Table of Nations It is a testament to the accuracy of the Bible as true revelation from God. It connects us to the story of redemption. It underscores the sovereignty of God over all nations. It sets the stage for the holy war between the seed of the serpent vs. the seed of the woman. God is Sovereign Over the Gentile Nations (Gen. 10:1-5) God established the line of Japheth, which included the Gentile Indo-European nations who settled in Europe, Asia, and North and South America. The Gentiles would be scattered throughout the earth, but God ensured that the Gospel would spread to the ends of the earth. God is Sovereign Over the Warrior Nations (Gen. 10:6-20) The line of Ham reveals all of Israel's enemies who would seek to revolt against God and destroy His people. Despite the challenges to His sovereignty and His people, God remains undaunted in fulfilling His plan. God is Sovereign Over the Hebrew Nation (Gen. 10:21-31) The line of Shem includes several people groups, but specifically the nation of Israel – God's chosen people. In Genesis 12, God makes a covenant with Abraham, which declares that through him all the nations of the earth will be blessed. God's Sovereign Plan For All Nations (Gen. 10:32; Rev. 7:9-12) From the Table of Nations, we see the oneness of the human race; we are all descendants from Adam and Noah. From the Table of Nations, the stage is set for God redeem sinners from every nation for His glory.
Worship is basic to everything else in the walk of faith. Seeing God for who He really is and responding to Him as he truly deserves is at the center of everything the church believes, practices, and seeks to accomplish. It is so important, that if it gets off track, it is disastrous for the people of God.When the people lost their awe of God and let their worship deteriorate, everything else fell apart. They began to compromise and fall into sin. They lost their passion for the lost around them. They stopped giving sacrificially and dissension arose within their ranks. When worship got fuzzy it led to cold hearts, hard spirits, and the death of love.The Bible gives us three reasons why worship matters both personally and corporately. 1. Worship is the dividing line of all humanity. Essentially, all human beings can be divided into two groups: those who willingly bow their knee to the true and Living God, and those who do not…and will not. This line was first seen back in the book of Genesis with the first two people ever born—Cain and Abel. Abel gave God his first and his best, and God was pleased. But Cain only gave “some” of his crops. His worship was careless and mindless, and God was displeased. In the end, Cain's hardened heart led him to murder his brother. (Gen. 4:1-12) A failure to worship wholeheartedly not only dishonors God, it removes you from God's blessing, and is the first step toward sin gaining a foothold in your life. 2. Worship is the destiny of the redeemed.We were made to worship. We were saved so that we might “declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light.” (1 Pet. 2:9) And one day, when we see Him face to face, we will worship Him fully, an eternal celebration of the wonders and glories of God.But we don't have to wait until then to experience His presence. You can know the firstfruits of that here and now as you provide Him a throne in your worship. 3. Worship is the one disctinctive that God cannot give Himself. God is completely self-existent. He depends no one and no thing for anything. And yet, there is one thing He cannot give Himself: people who will worship Him. Indeed, He longs for this. In John 4:23, Jesus said that the Father is seeking those who will worship Him in Spirit and in truth.Will you be one who says, “I will be that kind of worshipper. I will respond to all that You are with all that I have.” Text: Genesis 4:1-12; 1 Peter 2:9; Revelation 19:5-10; John 4:23 Originally recorded on January 3, 1999, at Fellowship Missionary Church, Fort Wayne, IN
Text: Genesis 1:1-31Big Idea: In the beginning, God.God is the author and creator of all things.God made us special, and His image-bearersGod designed the world as a good home for us.Youtube LinkSermon Notes
Text: Genesis 4:1-7
Text: Genesis 24:10-21 A sermon in our series through Genesis
Rev. John Bothof - Scripture: Genesis 41 Text: Genesis 41
Kingdom Animalia takes shape. Text: Genesis 1:24-25Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
One beautiful idea, myriad possibilities. Text: Genesis 1:14-19Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Text: Genesis 9 God's Commission Declared (Gen. 9:1-7) God commands Noah be fruitful and multiply His image on the earth. God grants permission to eat meat, but not the blood. God declares that life must be protected and preserved. God's Covenant of Grace Displayed (Gen. 9:8-17) God's covenant explained in terms of His unconditional commitment to His creation. God's covenant portrayed in the sky as His unconditional sign of grace. Man's Sinfulness Demonstrated (Gen. 9:18-25) Noah's sin of drunkenness serves as a warning. Ham's sin of mockery and scorn led to a far-reaching curse upon his family. God's Blessing Determined (Gen. 9:26-29) God's blessing rests on the line of Shem, from whom would come Christ, the Messiah who would redeem us from our sin.
Text: Genesis 39
Yahweh fills the ocean with wonders. Text: Genesis 1:20-23Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Here comes the sun. Text: Genesis 1:14-19Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Text: Genesis 7-8 God's Global Judgment (Genesis 7) Noah believed God's Word and obeyed His command. God uncreated what He created through a worldwide flood due to man's sin God's Gracious Deliverance (Genesis 8) God mercifully protected and delivered Noah and his family from judgment. God covenants with Noah to never destroy the world in the same way again.
Text: Genesis 24:2-9 A sermon in our series through Genesis
Earth's newly revealed soil plays host to roots. Text: Genesis 1:11-13Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Yahweh gathers the waters and reveals something extraordinary. Text: Genesis 1:9-10Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Text: Genesis 6:1-22 Man's Continual Wickedness (Gen. 6:1-5) Marriage has become demonized by fallen angels. God shortens man's life span due his wickedness. The restless evil of man's heart has been revealed in his pursuit of violence. God's Comprehensive Judgment (Gen. 6:6-7) God was grieved to His heart over the wickedness of man. God resolved to judge man for his wickedness under penalty of death. God's Compassionate Grace (Gen. 6:8-22) In His grace, God shows His favor to Noah and his family In his life, Noah walked with God, proving that he had a close relationship to Him. In His grace, God makes a covenant with Noah and prepares him to be delivered from the coming flood.
Seminarian Ricardo Morais - Scripture: Genesis 32:22-33 Text: Genesis 32:22-33
Yahweh speaks and the world gets brighter. Text: Genesis 1:3-8Players: YahwehCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
In the pre-creation stillness, something is off…but what? Text: Genesis 1:1-2Players: YahwehThe angelsCredits: Research, Writing, Narration, Sound Editing: Justin GerhardtManuscript Editing: JL GerhardtProduction: Hazefire StudiosLinks:—Give to fund this season of Holy Ghost Stories—Sign up for The Latest, an email Justin sends twice a month with behind-the-scenes info about each episode and interesting things from around the internet. —Become a Patron of Holy Ghost Stories (it's tax-deductible!) and get stuff like bonus episodes, remixed scenes, full scripts, discussion guides, and—above all—the joy of partnering with Justin to tell good stories.—Find out about Holy Ghost Stories or contact Justin Gerhardt at holyghoststories.org
Text: Genesis 24:1 A sermon in our series through Genesis
Text: Genesis 4:1-26 The Righteous Attitude of Worshipping God (Genesis 4:1-4) God graciously provides Adam and Eve with two sons: Cain and Abel. Abel is portrayed as the one who brought an acceptable offering to the Lord with the right heart attitude. In the New Testament, Abel's offering and his actions toward God are declared as righteous (Hebrews 11:4; 1 John 3:12b). The Ruinous Outcome of Worshipping Self (Genesis 4:3, 5-24) Cain worshipped God on his terms with a selfish attitude of pride. Cain's angry response to God's correction and murder revealed his worship of self. God's warning and condemnation was also mingled with grace. In the New Testament, “the way of Cain” is portrayed as a pursuit of personal gain marked by evil (Jude 11; 1 John 3:12a). The Redemptive Plan of Our Sovereign God (Genesis 4:25-26) Even in the midst of murder and revenge, God's plan to save His people cannot be thwarted. God appoints the line of Seth for the Messiah to come and call true worshippers to Himself. Consider Christ, “the mediator of the new covenant,” who atoned for our sin with His own blood (Hebrews 12:24).
I. The Repeated Promise II. The Sign of God's Faithfulness III. The Wonderful Name Changes Scripture Reading: Genesis 17 Text: Genesis 17:1-14 Psalter Numbers: 413, 241, 26, 425