Genesis: Epilogue – Understanding the Heart of God
Genesis Epilogue, understanding the heart of God.
We often wonder why a loving God created a world with so much pain, evil, and suffering. This sermon answers that question. This sermon will prove this world is the best world that could be created. Reflecting on the entire book of Genesis reveals the depths of God's design, character and even His desires. God’s glory is revealed in many ways, in the beauty of a sunset, in the diversity of animal life, and in the majesty of the universe. However, in the grandeur of everything God made, He specifically made man to bear His image and to know His mind, heart and will. Don't miss Pastor David's powerful sermon, the Genesis Epilogue, Understanding the heart of God!
God wants to be KNOWN
"What if God, wanting to show His wrath and to make His power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, so that He might make known the riches of His glory on the vessels of mercy, which He had prepared beforehand for glory, even us whom He called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Gentiles?"
- Romans 9:22–24 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
Man has little interest in KNOWING GOD
GOD PURSUES MAN with vigorous passion and marvelous grace
The Pearl of Great Price:
"The kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it."
- Matthew 13:45–46 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
God’s detailed plan of SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST was laid out before the foundation of the earth
What is God making man to be?
"Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over… all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”
- Genesis 1:26 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
"God desires to fill the universe with a lot of little replicas of Himself-like creatures, whose life, on a miniature scale, will be qualitatively like His own, not because He has absorbed them - but because their will freely conforms to His."
- C.S. Lewis
"Do you not know that the saints will judge the world?... Do you not know that we shall judge angels?"
Genesis Epilogue
If God is good, why is there pain and suffering?
If God is good, why is there evil in the world?
Why would a loving God create evil in the world?
Why do bad things happen to good people?
Dominion
Sovereignty
Lukewarm
Understanding the Heart of God
Created in God's Image
Why is the world fallen, evil, painful.
The Fallen World is God's Best Plan
God Wants to be Known
Personal Relationship with Jesus
Man has little interest in knowing God
God Pursues Man with passion and mercy
God's Plan of Salvation through Jesus was laid out before the foundation of the earth
What is God making man to be?Why did God create a WORLD FALLEN IN SIN?
If God is good, why is there pain and suffering?
If God is good, why is there evil in the world?
Why would a loving God create evil in the world?
Why do bad things happen to good people?
Dominion
Sovereignty
Lukewarm
Understanding the Heart of God
Created in God's Image
Why is the world fallen, evil, painful.
The Fallen World is God's Best Plan
God Wants to be Known
Personal Relationship with Jesus
Man has little interest in knowing God
God Pursues Man with passion and mercy
God's Plan of Salvation through Jesus was laid out before the foundation of the earth
What is God making man to be?Why did God create a WORLD FALLEN IN SIN?
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- Sep 17, 2023Genesis: Epilogue – Understanding the Heart of God
Genesis: Epilogue – Understanding the Heart of GodGenesis Epilogue, understanding the heart of God.We often wonder why a loving God created a world with so much pain, evil, and suffering. This sermon answers that question. This sermon will prove this world is the best world that could be created. Reflecting on the entire book of Genesis reveals the depths of God's design, character and even His desires. God’s glory is revealed in many ways, in the beauty of a sunset, in the diversity of animal life, and in the majesty of the universe. However, in the grandeur of everything God made, He specifically made man to bear His image and to know His mind, heart and will. Don't miss Pastor David's powerful sermon, the Genesis Epilogue, Understanding the heart of God!
God wants to be KNOWN
"What if God, wanting to show His wrath and to make His power known, endured with much longsuffering the vessels of wrath prepared for destruction, so that He might make known the riches of His glory on the vessels of mercy, which He had prepared beforehand for glory, even us whom He called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Gentiles?"- Romans 9:22–24 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/9/22-24/s_1055022 https://www.blueletterbible. org/nkjv/rom/9/22-24/s_1055022 Man has little interest in KNOWING GODGOD PURSUES MAN with vigorous passion and marvelous grace
The Pearl of Great Price:
"The kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it."- Matthew 13:45–46 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/13/45-46/s_942045 https://www.blueletterbible. org/nkjv/mat/13/45-46/s_942045 God’s detailed plan of SALVATION THROUGH JESUS CHRIST was laid out before the foundation of the earth
What is God making man to be?
"Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion over… all the earth and over every creeping thing that creeps on the earth.”- Genesis 1:26 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/1/26/s_1026https: //www.blueletterbible.org/ nkjv/gen/1/26/s_1026 "God desires to fill the universe with a lot of little replicas of Himself-like creatures, whose life, on a miniature scale, will be qualitatively like His own, not because He has absorbed them - but because their will freely conforms to His."- C.S. Lewis"Do you not know that the saints will judge the world?... Do you not know that we shall judge angels?"Genesis Epilogue
If God is good, why is there pain and suffering?
If God is good, why is there evil in the world?
Why would a loving God create evil in the world?
Why do bad things happen to good people?
Dominion
Sovereignty
Lukewarm
Understanding the Heart of God
Created in God's Image
Why is the world fallen, evil, painful.
The Fallen World is God's Best Plan
God Wants to be Known
Personal Relationship with Jesus
Man has little interest in knowing God
God Pursues Man with passion and mercy
God's Plan of Salvation through Jesus was laid out before the foundation of the earth
What is God making man to be?Why did God create a WORLD FALLEN IN SIN? - Sep 10, 2023Genesis 50:15-26 – Joseph’s Faithfulness Unto Death
Genesis 50:15-26 – Joseph’s Faithfulness Unto DeathGenesis 50:15-26 - Joseph's Faithfulness Unto Death, is our final passage in the book of Genesis! Joseph is a prefigure of King Jesus even unto death. Joseph parallels Christ's character through absolute forgiveness, a selfless and sacrificial life and last words that point future generations to Jesus! Many people believe in God, but their lack of Bible literacy leads to misunderstandings of God's character and love towards them. Don't miss a powerful message revealing God's heart of forgiveness displayed in Joseph toward his brothers. As a parent, a spouse or even as a friend may we learn from Joseph that our authority should be used to build up others. Listen to Pastor JC's sermon from Genesis 50:15-26 - Joseph's Faithfulness Unto Death, and walk in the truth of Jesus forgiveness for you and through you! God’s Forgiveness is Absolute"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.""Once again you will have compassion on us. You will trample our sins under your feet and throw them into the depths of the ocean!""And I will forgive their wickedness, and I will never again remember their sins.”Hebrews 8:12 (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nlt/heb/8/12/s_1141012 "He has removed our sins as far from us as the east is from the west.""So now there is no condemnation for those who belong to Christ Jesus."
“When you doubt God’s Word, you soon begin to doubt God’s love.”- Warren WiersbeGod’s Forgiveness is Absolute. Is Yours?A Gospel-centered Perspective Produces a Selfless View on LifeA Gospel-centered Perspective Produces a Sacrificial View on Life"Dear friends, never take revenge. Leave that to the righteous anger of God. For the Scriptures say, 'I will take revenge; I will pay them back,' says the Lord. Instead, 'If your enemies are hungry, feed them. If they are thirsty, give them something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals of shame on their heads.' Don’t let evil conquer you, but conquer evil by doing good."A Gospel-centered Perspective Produces Vision for an Abundant Life"So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God’s Spirit when He adopted you as His own children. Now we call Him, 'Abba, Father.'" For His Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God’s children. And since we are his children, we are His heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory. But if we are to share His glory, we must also share His suffering."In Joseph’s Impending Death he Affirms God’s Promises to Future GenerationsJoseph – A Prefigure of King Jesus: • Joseph’s forgiveness extends to his betrayers • Joseph’s suffering leads to many people being saved • Joseph’s death points others to the Promised LandVisit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Sep 3, 2023Genesis 50:1-14 – Jacob’s Burial & Grieving Our Loved Ones
Genesis 50:1-14 – Jacob’s Burial & Grieving Our Loved OnesGenesis 50 - Jacob's Burial & Grieving Our Loved Ones. How do we process grief after the death of a loved one? Jacob dies and Joseph and his brothers mourn the loss of the last patriarch of Israel. Although the sorrow and pain of losing Jacob is evident, we see Joseph clinging to the truth of God's Word as an anchor and comfort for his soul. Not only does the Bible help us understand and walk through grief, but Joseph models how to "Honor Your Father and Mother" in life and death. In a society that often puts the aged away, God's Word teaches his people to care for their aging parents and grandparents! Listen to Pastor JC's sermon from Genesis 50 - Jacob's Burial & Grieving Our Loved Ones, and understand that even in affliction our faith and joy grow deeper in Christ.In Tidal Waves of GRIEF the TRUTH of the GOSPEL is the ANCHOR for Our Souls"But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus."- 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/1th/4/13-14/s_1115013 "For this we say to you by the word of the Lord, that we who are alive and remain until the coming of the Lord will by no means precede those who are asleep. For the Lord Himself will descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of an archangel, and with the trumpet of God. And the dead in Christ will rise first. Then we who are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And thus we shall always be with the Lord. Therefore comfort one another with these words."– 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1th/4/15-18/s_1115015 In Tidal Waves of GRIEF the TRUTH of the GOSPEL is a COMFORT for Our Souls“Comfort is the one thing you cannot get by looking for it. If you look for truth, you may find comfort in the end. If you look for comfort, you will not get either comfort or truth — only soft soap and wishful thinking to begin with and, in the end, despair.”– C.S. Lewis (Mere Christianity)
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; He rescues those whose spirits are crushed."– Psalm 34:18 (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/psa/34/18/s_512018 Biblical Grief is an Appropriate Response to Death "He is despised and rejected by men, A Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief."- Isaiah 53:3 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/53/3-5/s_732003 "Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep."– Romans 12:15 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/12/15/s_1058015 Embracing Grief Gives Way to a Deeper Faith"It is good for me that I have been afflicted, That I may learn Your statutes."– Psalm 119:71 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/119/71/s_597071 "Why am I discouraged? Why is my heart so sad? I will put my hope in God! I will praise him again— my Savior and my God!"– Psalm 42:5 (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/psa/42/5/s_520005 How You Love in Life Impacts How You Grieve a DeathHonor Your Father and Mother - Physical Care & Financial Provision- Comfort through Presence - Compassion - Spiritual Leadership"Now there stood by the cross of Jesus His mother, and His mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas, and Mary Magdalene. When Jesus therefore saw His mother, and the disciple whom He loved standing by, He said to His mother, 'Woman, behold your son!' Then He said to the disciple, 'Behold your mother!' And from that hour that disciple took her to his own home."– John 19:25-27 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.Value Time ABOVE moneyorg/nkjv/jhn/19/25-27/s_ 1016025 Life’s New Normal Will Include JOY"For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning."– Psalm 30:5 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/30/5/s_508005 “God uses Time and Grace to take away the impossibility of life.” – John PiperVisit us at TheMissionChurch.net - Aug 27, 2023Genesis 49 – Jacob’s Last Words (Part 2)
Genesis 49 – Jacob’s Last Words (Part 2)Genesis 49 - Jacob's Last Words (Part 2). Words carry power. What would you say to your loved ones in your final moments? With his last breaths Jacob addresses each of his 12 sons according to God's will, not his own will. Jacob speaks difficult truth, harsh consequences and profound blessings over his sons and the future generations of each tribe. As a spouse, parent or employee/employer don't miss the powerful stories of God's redemptive work among Jacob and his sons and how our sinful past can be forgiven and restored through the work of Jesus. Listen to Pastor JC's sermon from Genesis 49, Jacob's Last Words Part II, and be encouraged to find rest in the promises of God's Word!The Supernatural Power of a Father’s BlessingJacob Speaks According to God’s Will"Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart Be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and my Redeemer."Psalm 19:14 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/psa/19/14/s_497014 We Reap what We Sow"Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.Galatians 6:7-9 (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/gal/6/7-9/s_1097007 Sexual Purity and Self Control can Deeply Impact Your Future
"A prudent person foresees danger and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences.Proverbs 27:12 (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/pro/27/12/s_655012 Judah – The Tribe of the Messiah: JESUS "But one of the elders said to me, “Do not weep. Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed to open the scroll and to loose its seven seals.”Revelation 5:5 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/5/5/s_1172005 Jacob’s Five Titles for God: 1. The Mighty God of Jacob 2. The Shepherd 3. The Stone of Israel 4. The God of your father (Your Helper) 5. The Almighty Rest is Found in the Covenant Promises of God"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing.Life is Found in an Eternal Relationship with Jesus“Jacob did not yield up the ghost [his spirit] until he had delivered the last sentence of admonition and benediction to his twelve sons. He was immortal till his work was done. So long as God had another sentence to speak by him, death could not paralyze his tongue.”- Charles Spurgeon - Aug 20, 2023Genesis 48 – Jacob’s Last Words
Genesis 48 – Jacob’s Last WordsGenesis 48, Jacob's Last Words.Words are powerful. Carefully chosen and well thought out, the last words a person speaks from their deathbed are incredibly significant. Last words reveal what is preeminent, what matters most. Joseph brings his sons Ephraim and Manasseh to his father Jacob to hear his last words. As a result, profound wisdom and supernatural blessings are spoken upon their lives. Jacob adopts and grafts Ephraim and Manasseh into the 12 tribes of Israel. Thus, giving Joseph a double portion of the inheritance! There is also a divine correlation between Jacob adopting Joseph’s “Egyptian” sons and our adoption as Gentiles into the family of God. As a parent, a spouse or even as a friend may we learn from Jacob that our words make a profound impact on the lives of others. Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 48, Jacob's Last Words, and be encouraged to speak words of life to others!Israel adopts Ephraim & Manasseh as his own sonsJoseph is a prophetic prefigure King Jesus: HIS GENTILE SONS ARE GRAFTED INTO RECEIVE ALL THE PROMISES OF GOD!"For all who are led by the Spirit of God are children of God. So you have not received a spirit that makes you fearful slaves. Instead, you received God’s Spirit when He adopted you as His own children. Now we call him, 'Abba, Father.' For His Spirit joins with our spirit to affirm that we are God’s children. And since we are His children, we are His heirs. In fact, together with Christ we are heirs of God’s glory."Romans 8:14-17 NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/8/14-17/s_1054014THE SUPERNATURAL POWER OF A FATHER’S BLESSING
"Now the whole congregation of the children of Israel assembled together at Shiloh, and set up the tabernacle of meeting there. And the land was subdued before them."Joshua 18:1 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jos/18/1/s_205001OUR WORDS ARE INCREDIBLY POWERFUL"Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruit."Proverbs 18:21 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/18/21/s_646021There is often OPPOSITION to the proclamation of God’s WordGod honors the honest proclamation of His Word"For as the rain comes down, and the snow from heaven, and do not return there, but water the earth, and make it bring forth and bud, that it may give seed to the sower, and bread to the eater, so shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void (empty), but it shall accomplish what I please, and it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it."Isaiah 55:10-11 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/55/10-11/s_734010"These words that I command you today shall be on your heart. You shall teach them diligently to your children, and shall talk of them when you sit in your house, and when you walk by the way, and when you lie down, and when you rise."Deuteronomy 6:6-7 ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/deu/6/6-7/s_159006Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Aug 6, 2023Genesis 47:13-48:7 – God Builds a Man (Part 12)
Genesis 47:13-48:7 – God Builds a Man (Part 12)Genesis 47:13-48:7 - God Builds a Man (Part 12). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, receives Israel's blessing revealing the supernatural power of a Father's influence upon his children. As Israel nears his death, he commands that he be buried in the Promised Land instead of receiving a royal Egyptian burial. Do you know and cling to God's Promises instead of the things of this world? Do you believe that God always provides for His people? Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 47:13-48:7 - God Builds a Man Part XII, and understand the value and profound impact of trusting in the Lord with all your heart!Life in Egypt during the SEVEN-YEAR FAMINEGOD ALWAYS PROVIDES for his people - Psalm 27 Israel sees his destiny in the PROMISES GOD MADE to him Israel has learned to make OBEYING GOD his utmost priority Israel values BUILDING UP OTHERS’ FAITH IN GOD Teach our children to HONOR & RESPECT AUTHORITY Israel gives Joseph a DOUBLE PORTION of the inheritance Israel BLESSES HIS SONS The supernatural power of A FATHER’S BLESSING
Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The father sends his beloved son to the Tribes of Israel on a mission of love. 2) He was rejected because of His testimony to his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) He was beaten and left for dead 4) His tunic was taken by his captors 5) He was sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) He was falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) He preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) He is the Savior of the world. 9) He began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) He is an alleged criminal, instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) He was given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow to him. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) He is espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: Manaseh & Ephraim. “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize him, their own brother, who is the Savior King. 18) Israel did not recognize him at the first coming, but their eyes are opened to recognize Him at the second coming. 19) He freely forgives and restores those who hated him and sinned against him. 20) The evil his brothers (Israel) intended; God used for good to save mankind. 21) He gives his wretched, sinful brethren new garments of royalty/righteousness. 22) His Gentile sons are grafted in, receiving full status as God’s people 23) Everything on earth, Jews and Gentiles are brought under his authority and sovereign rule.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 30, 2023Genesis 46:30-47:28 – God Builds a Man (Part 11)
Genesis 46:30-47:28 – God Builds a Man (Part 11)Genesis 46:30-47:28 - God Builds a Man (Part 11). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, sets his family apart in the land of Goshen. In tremendous wisdom, Joseph establishes a place in Egypt where Jacob and his family can grow in their walk with the Lord and not be caught up in the trappings of the land. How do you keep yourself and your family from falling prey to the myriad of temptations the world has to offer? Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 46:30-47:28 - God Builds a Man (Part 11), and learn how to pursue a sanctified life rooted in God's will!Our personal SANCTIFICATION TO GOD is vital to our spiritual health"I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice; holy, and acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed, by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove (experience) what is that good, acceptable, and perfect will of God.""For this is the will of God, your sanctification."
"If you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory. Therefore put to death your members which are on the earth: fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. Because of these things the wrath of God is coming upon the sons of disobedience, in which you yourselves once walked when you lived in them."Insights from a 130-year-old believer: 1) LIFE IS INCREDIBLY SHORT. 2) THIS WORLD IS NOT OUR HOME. 3) WE ARE NOT AMAZING. BUT GOD IS."Man who is born of woman is of few days and full of trouble. He comes forth like a flower and fades away; he flees like a shadow and does not continue....His days are determined, the number of his months is with You; You have appointed his limits, so that he cannot pass.""LORD, make me to know my end, and what is the measure of my days, that I may know (understand) how frail I am. Indeed, You have made my days as handbreadths, and my age is as nothing before You. Certainly, every man at his best state is but vapor. Selah.""Come now, you who say, 'Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, spend a year there, buy and sell, and make a profit'; whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapor that appears for a little time and then vanishes away. Instead you ought to say, 'If the Lord wills, we shall live and do this or that.' But now you boast in your arrogance. All such boasting is evil. Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin."Look at all the magnificent things GOD HAS DONE FOR JACOB! Two possible responses to God’s abundant grace in our life: 1) AN UNGRATEFUL HEART2) A HEART MOVED WITH GRATITUDE FOR JESUSVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 23, 2023Genesis 45:18-46:30 – God Builds a Man (Part 10)
Genesis 45:18-46:30 – God Builds a Man (Part 10)Genesis 45:18-46:30 - God Builds a Man (Part 10). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, calls his family to leave their old life behind and begin anew in Egypt. Joseph's incredible invitation leads his brothers to repent of their sin and move forward in their relationship with their father, Jacob. Do you have unrepentant sin in your life? Confess your sin and walk in the center of God's will! Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 45:18-46:30 - God Builds a Man (Part 10), which reveals six incredible promises of God to Israel reminding us; God does not change!AS WE STEP OUT IN FAITH INTO NEW TERRITORY we are prone to become TROUBLED ALONG THE WAYWHEN WE REPENT OF OUR SIN AND MOVE FORWARD IN FAITH WE GROW (Psalm 32) Jacob learns his son JOSEPH IS ALIVE!God gives Israel 6 promises to hold onto:1) I AM THE ONE TRUE GOD WHO MADE A COVENANT WITH YOUR FATHER ABRAHAM2) HAVE NO FEAR GOING TO EGYPT3) I WILL MAKE ISRAEL A GREAT NATION THERE4) I WILL BE WITH YOU5) I WILL BRING ISRAEL BACK INTO THE PROMISE LAND6) YOU WILL BE REUNITED WITH YOUR SON JOSEPH THE REST OF YOUR DAYS"For I am the LORD, I do not change. Therefore, you are not consumed, O sons of Jacob.""He (God) said to Abram: “Know certainly that your descendants will be strangers in a land that is not theirs, and will serve them, and they will afflict them four hundred years. And also the nation whom they serve I will judge; afterward they shall come out with great possessions.""Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” So we may boldly say: “The LORD is my helper; I will not fear. What can man do to me?”"I will establish My covenant between Me and you (Abraham) and your descendants after you in their generations, for an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and your descendants after you. Also I give to you and your descendants after you the land in which you are a stranger, all the land of Canaan, as an everlasting possession; and I will be their God.”THE POWER & IMPORTANCE OF A FATHER cannot be overstatedTHE FATHERLESS CRISIS IN AMERICA• 71% of High School Dropouts are from fatherless homes• 85% of people in prison• 700% More likely to have a TEEN PREGNANCY• Far more likely to suffer: MENTAL ILLNESS, DRUG ADDICTIONS, ALCOHOLISM, DEPRESSION, SUICIDE.• 400% More likely to live in POVERTY• 90% of all HOMELESS & RUNAWAY childrenJoseph’s life is a prophecy about JESUS & ISRAEL Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus 1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: Manaseh & Ephraim. “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother. 18) Israel did not recognize the Savior King at the first coming, but their eyes are opened to see Him at the second coming. 19) Forgiveness is freely given to those who hated and wronged him.20) The evil his brothers (Israel) intended; God used for good to save all.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net
- Jul 16, 2023Genesis 45:1-20 – God Builds a Man (Part 9)
Genesis 45:1-20 – God Builds a Man (Part 9)Genesis 45:1-20 - God Builds a Man (Part 9). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, somewhere along his journey brought his pain to God. In an astounding act of character Joseph reveals God's forgiveness by giving his very brothers, who threw him into a pit and sold him into slavery, amazing grace! Do you have pain in your life from people who've wronged and hurt you? How did Joseph extend mercy and genuine love to those who caused him such anguish, sorrow and distress? Listen to Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 45:1-20 - God Builds a Man (Part 9), which will encourage your heart and provide you with a plan of reconciliation to begin the process of healing even your deepest wounds.Joseph tells his brothers COME NEAR TO MESOMEWHERE, LONG AGO, JOSEPH BROUGHT HIS PAIN TO GOD AND FOUND PEACE IN GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY "'But as for you, you meant evil against me; but God meant it for good, in order to bring it about as it is this day, to save many people alive. Now therefore, do not be afraid; I will provide for you and your little ones.' And he comforted them and spoke kindly to them."
Genesis 50:20–21 NKJVSOMEWHERE, LONG AGO, JOSEPH BROUGHT HIS PAIN TO GOD AND GOD BUILT & ESTABLISHED HIM GOD ALWAYS PROVIDES for his people WHEN WE STEP OUT IN FAITH INTO NEW TERRITORY we are prone to become TROUBLED ALONG THE WAY WHEN WE REPENT OF OUR SIN AND MOVE FORWARD IN FAITH WE GROW GOD IS FOR YOU! Joseph’s life is a prophecy about JESUS & ISRAEL Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus 1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: Manaseh & Ephraim. “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother. 18) Israel did not recognize the Savior King at the first coming, but their eyes are opened to see Him at the second coming. 19) Forgiveness is freely given to those who hated and wronged him.20) The evil his brothers (Israel) intended; God used for good to save all.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 9, 2023Genesis 43:1-45:15 – God Builds a Man (Part 8)
Genesis 43:1-45:15 – God Builds a Man (Part 8)Genesis 43:1-45:15 - God Builds a Man (Part 8). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, prayerfully pursues a plan of reconciliation for his family. As Joseph's brothers leave Egypt they are confronted with a massive test of character, which causes them to return to Joseph who at long last reveals himself to his brothers. What a dramatic and heartfelt moment! Don't miss the meaningful parallels between Joseph's life as a prophecy about Jesus and Israel. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 43:1-45:15 - God Builds a Man (Part 8), will stir your heart to seek reconciliation with people in your own life as you grow in your understanding of the depth of God's grace and mercy for you!"A gift is like a precious stone of grace in the eyes of him that receives it. Whosoever gives shall prosper."Proverbs 17:8 (Pastor David’s KJV Paraphrase) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/pro/17/8/s_645008Joseph has been PRAYERFULLY PLANNING FOR RECONCILIATION Joseph endeavors to INTIMATELY KNOW THEM Meaningful Relationship Require REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS
"Wisdom calls aloud outside; she raises her voice in the open squares. She cries out in the chief concourses, at the openings of the gates in the city she speaks her words."Proverbs 1:20–21 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/1/20-21/s_629020Joseph knows what to do because HE’S FOCUSED ON GOD’S WORD"This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go."Joshua 1:8–9 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jos/1/8-9/s_188008"From childhood you have known the Holy Scriptures, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work."2 Timothy 3:15–17 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ti/3/15-17/s_1128015Joseph is a picture of THE UNMERITED FAVOR JESUS BESTOWS UPON US Joseph’s life is a prophecy about JESUS & ISRAEL ISRAEL DID NOT RECOGNIZE THE SAVIOR KING AT THE FIRST COMING, BUT THEIR EYES ARE OPENED TO SEE HIM AT THE SECOND COMING FORGIVENESS IS FREELY GIVEN TO THOSE WHO HATED AND SINNED AGAINST HIM THE EVIL HIS BROTHERS (ISRAEL) INTENDED, GOD USED FOR GOOD TO SAVE ALLJoseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: Manaseh & Ephraim. “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother. 18) Israel did not recognize the Savior King at the first coming, but their eyes are opened to see Him at the second coming. 19) Forgiveness is freely given to those who hated and wronged him.20) The evil his brothers (Israel) intended; God used for good to save all.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 2, 2023Genesis 42:25-43:14 – God Builds a Man (Part 7)
Genesis 42:25-43:14 – God Builds a Man (Part 7)Genesis 42:25-43:14 - God Builds a Man (Part 7) Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, employs a brilliant plan of reconciliation to rescue his family from broken relationships and starvation. Despite his brother's past sin of selling him into slavery, Joseph reveals that grace and love precede reconciliation through his incredible acts of generosity. God's plan of reconciliation through Jesus is always for your good and His glory! Pastor JC's sermon from Genesis 42:25-43:14 - God Builds a Man (Part 7), reveals the depth of God's love for you and His plan to equip you to reconcile with others!A PATIENT PLAN OF RECONCILIATION IS: 1) SLOW TO SPEAK – QUICK TO LISTEN 2) OTHERS CENTERED 3) HAS REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS 4) STAYS FOCUSED ON RECONCILIATIONGRACE PRECEDES RECONCILIATION"For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast."LOVE PRECEDES RECONCILIATION"But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us."– Romans 5:8 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/rom/5/8/s_1051008 GUILT HINDERS US FROM RECEIVING GOD’S GRACEJOSEPH’S PLAN OF RECONCILIATION TESTS THE CHARACTER OF HIS BROTHERS
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, For they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, For they shall inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, For they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful, For they shall obtain mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, For they shall see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, For they shall be called sons of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.TWO KINDS OF LEADERSHIP: INWARDLY FOCUSED = SELF PRESERVATION (small kingdom)OUTWARDLY FOCUSED = OTHERS CENTERED (Big Kingdom)FAMINE OFTEN BRINGS US TO THE FEET OF JESUS"At this point many of his disciples turned away and deserted him. Then Jesus turned to the Twelve and asked, “Are you also going to leave?” Simon Peter replied, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words that give eternal life. We believe, and we know you are the Holy One of God.”"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose."GOD’S PLAN OF RECONCILIATION IS ALWAYS FOR YOUR GOODARE YOU WITHOLDING SOMETHING OR SOMEONE FROM THE LORDSHIP OF JESUS?"Whoever seeks to save his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life will preserve it."ABANDON YOUR LIFE TO THE MERCY OF “THE MAN” - JESUS THE SAVIOR OF THE WORLDJoseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus 1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother. - Jun 25, 2023Genesis 41:46-42:25 – Joseph – God Builds a Man (Part 6)
Genesis 41:46-42:25 – Joseph – God Builds a Man (Part 6)Genesis 41:46-42:25 - Joseph - God Builds a Man (Part 6). Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, meets his brothers as they come to Egypt desperate for grain. Although Joseph's brothers don't recognize him, Joseph knows who they are and reveals incredible discernment through his plan of reconciliation. Joseph's brother's are stricken with guilt, but Joseph has a heart to restore their relationship and provide for their families! Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 41:46-42:25 - Joseph - God Builds a Man (Part 6), reveals the power of forgiveness and the heart of Jesus who pursues us with compassion for the purpose of eternal reconciliation!Joseph’s life is a prophecy about JESUS & ISRAEL
"Just as it is written: “God has given them (Israel) a spirit of stupor, eyes that they should not see and ears that they should not hear, to this very day.”Romans 11:8 NKJV"Pause and wonder! Blind yourselves and be blind! They (Israel) are drunk, but not with wine; they stagger, but not with intoxicating drink. For the LORD has poured out on you the spirit of deep sleep, and has closed your eyes, namely, the prophets; and He has covered your heads, namely, the seers. The whole vision has become to you like the words of a book that is sealed, which men deliver to one who is literate, saying, “Read this, please.” And he says, “I cannot, for it is sealed.” Then the book is delivered to one who is illiterate, saying, “Read this, please.” And he says, “I am not literate.”Isaiah 29:9–12 NKJV"For I do not desire, brethren (the Church), that you should be ignorant of this mystery, lest you should be wise in your own opinion, that blindness in part has happened to Israel until the fullness of the Gentiles has come in. And (then) all Israel will be saved, as it is written."Romans 11:25–26 NKJVJoseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus 1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love. 2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel) 3) His tunic taken by the captors 4) Beaten and left for dead 5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave) 6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar). 7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment) 8) Savior of the world. 9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age. 10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand. 11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives. 12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10) 13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride. 14) His children are: “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful” 15) He is Lord of the present harvest age. 16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation. 17) Israel is blind, unable to recognize the Savior King who is their brother.GUILT is a heavy burden to carryLEARNING OTHERS’ STORIES fills the heart with COMPASSION A follower of God PURSUES RECONCILIATION"God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. For if when we were enemies, we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, how much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life."Romans 5:8, 10 NKJVFORGIVENESS PRECEDES RECONCILIATION"Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors…"Matthew 6:11-12 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/6/11-12/s_935011"For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses."Matthew 6:14-15 NKJVJoseph employs a PATIENT PLAN of RECONCILIATION A patient plan of reconciliation is: 1) Slow to Speak – Quick to Listen 2) Others Centered 3) Has Realistic Expectations4) Stays FOCUSED on Reconciliation"So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath. For the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God."James 1:19–20 NKJV"Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything."Proverbs 13:3 NLTGod is still WORKING – when things appear to get worseVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 18, 2023Genesis 41:1-46- Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5)
Genesis 41:1-46- Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5)Genesis 41:1-46 - Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5). Joseph, an incredible historical figure and a Prefigure of King Jesus, is a powerful testimony of how God builds character through our trials and tribulations. After enduring years of false imprisonment, God moves mightily and Joseph goes from a prison cell to the palace of Pharaoh, King of Egypt! What makes a great leader? Although Joseph could have taken credit for his ability to interpret dreams, he instead points Pharaoh to the true King above all kings. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 41:1-46 - Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 5), reveals profound insight to God's desire to conform you into the image of Jesus and fashion you into a substantial leader in His Kingdom.Pharaoh’s spiritual advisors are UTTERLY WORTHLESS"The idols of the nations are silver and gold, the work of men’s hands. They have mouths, but they do not speak; eyes they have, but they do not see. They have ears, but they do not hear; nor is there any breath in their mouths. Those who make them are like them; so is everyone who trusts in them."Want Truth? Want life? WORSHIP JESUS AS LORD Joseph has been through A TON OF HARDSHIPGod has a goal He wants to accomplish in your life: to conform you into THE IMAGE OF JESUS
"We know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. For whom He foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son.""Likewise deacons must be reverent, not double-tongued, not given to much wine, not greedy for money, holding the mystery of the faith with a pure conscience. But let these also first be tested; then let them serve as deacons, being found blameless. Likewise, their wives must be reverent, not slanderers, temperate, faithful in all things. Let deacons be the husbands of one wife, ruling their children and their own houses well. For those who have served well as deacons obtain for themselves a good standing and great boldness in the faith which is in Christ Jesus."God is using Joseph’s life as a PROPHETIC FORESHADOW OF JESUSJoseph is given a new name: ZAPH’NATH – PĀNĒAH, God Speaks and saves lives Joseph takes a GENTILE BRIDE in the years of harvestJoseph’s Sons from a gentile bride:Manasseh: “God has made me forget”Ephraim: “God has caused me to be fruitful”Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The father sends his beloved son to the tribes of Israel on a mission of love.2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)3) His tunic taken by the captors4) Beaten and left for dead5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar).7) Preached to the spirits in prison. (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19)(to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)8) Savior of the world.9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age.10) An alleged criminal instantly raised to power, then seated at the right hand.11) Given a name meaning: God Speaks and saves lives.12) Every knee must bow. (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10)13) Espoused to a Gentile Bride.14) His children are: “God has made me forget (sin)” and “God has caused me to be fruitful”15) He is Lord of the present harvest age.16) He is Lord of the coming seven-year Tribulation.Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 11, 2023Genesis 40:16-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 4)
Genesis 40:16-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 4)Genesis 40:16-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 4). Have you ever wondered, "Why does God allow evil and suffering?" The incredible account of Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, reveals how God builds men and women through difficulties and disappointments. After a moment of hope, Joseph is forgotten by the Chief Butler and remains in prison for two more years! Although Joseph's trial is substantial, it does not diminish God's faithfulness in his life or your life today. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 40:16-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 4), is a powerful reminder of God's sovereign work being accomplished even in the darkest moments of life!CHIEF BAKER and the BUTLER / CUPBEARER are sent to prisonGod is using Joseph’s life as a PROPHETIC FORESHADOW OF JESUS"No one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven."'When He (Jesus) ascended on high, He led captivity captive, and gave gifts to men. Now this, “He ascended”, what does it mean but that He also first descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is also the One who ascended far above all the heavens, that He might fill all things.'"For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit, by whom also He went and preached to the spirits in prison, who formerly were disobedient."God is using Joseph’s life as a prophetic foreshadow of Jesus Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love.2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)3) His tunic taken by the captors4) Beaten and left for dead5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar)7) Preached to the spirits in prison (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)8) Savior of the world
God can appear to be ABSENT or CRUEL at times"You have dealt well with Your servant, O LORD, according to Your word. Teach me good judgment and knowledge, for I believe Your commandments. Before I was afflicted, I went astray, but now I keep Your word. You are good, and (You) do good. Teach me Your statutes."GOD’S SOVEREIGNTY, FAITHFULNESS, & GOODNESS ARE NEVER DIMINISHED even when gross injustice seems to prevail"Trials may be viewed from two standpoints, and it will make all the difference to our spiritual life and peace which of these two points of view we take. From the human side Joseph’s suffering was due to injustice on the part of Potiphar, and ingratitude on the part of the butler. From the Divine side these years were permitted for the purpose of training and preparing Joseph for the great work that God lay before him. If we look only at the human side of trial we shall become discouraged, irritated and angered, but as we turn to look at it from the Divine side we shall see God in everything and all things working together for our good." - Griffith Thomas
"Commit your way to the LORD, trust also in Him, and He shall bring it to pass. He shall bring forth your righteousness as the light, and your justice as the noonday. Rest in the LORD, and wait patiently for Him. Do not fret because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who brings wicked schemes to pass. For evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait on the LORD, they shall inherit the earth."Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent to Israel’s tribes by the father on a mission of love.2) Rejected by his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)3) His tunic taken by the captors4) Beaten and left for dead5) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)6) Falsely accused and arrested (Potiphar)7) Preached to the spirits in prison (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)8) Savior of the world9) Began his public ministry at 30 years of age10) An alleged criminal instantly Raised to power, and seated at the right hand11) Known as: God Speaks and saves lives12) Espoused to a Gentile Bride13) Lord of the present harvest, Lord of the coming 7yr Tribulation14) Every knee must bow (Gen 41:43, Phil 2:10)Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 4, 2023Genesis 40:1-15. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 3)
Genesis 40:1-15. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 3)Genesis 40:1-15 - Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 3). The incredible true story of Joseph, a Prefigure of King Jesus, continues to reveal how God builds men and women through the trials of life. Wrongfully accused, Joseph is in prison and instead of wallowing in his sorrow he is a servant leader to all! In times of hardship we are prone to self pity, but Joseph is faithful in the small things, which leads to him being used in mighty ways for the Lord. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 40 - God Builds a Man (Part 3), encourages the weary and downtrodden to recognize God is at work to build them into someone prepared and equipped to impact God's Kingdom!CHIEF BAKER and the BUTLER / CUPBEARER: Executive roles of high rank
The importance of being FAITHFUL IN THE SMALL THINGS
"Joseph was thirty years old when he stood before Pharaoh king of Egypt. And Joseph went out from the presence of Pharaoh, and went throughout all the land of Egypt."Genesis 41:46 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/41/46/s_41046 "The chief butler did not remember Joseph, but forgot him. Then it came to pass, at the end of two full years, that Pharaoh had a dream; and behold, he stood by the river.""He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much; and he who is unjust in what is least is unjust also in much."Luke 16:10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/16/10/s_989010 God grants Joseph WISDOM / DIVINE INSIGHT to speak truth into their lives
"For the LORD gives wisdom; from His mouth come knowledge and understanding. He stores up sound wisdom for the upright; He is a shield to those who walk uprightly."Proverbs 2:6–7 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/2/6-7/s_630006 WE MUST PROCLAIM THE WHOLE COUNSEL OF GOD’S WORD to others
"Unless you repent you will all likewise perish."Luke 13:5 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/13/5/s_986005 'I will judge you, O house of Israel, every one according to his ways,” says the Lord GOD. “Repent, and turn from all your transgressions, so that iniquity will not be your ruin. Cast away from you all the transgressions which you have committed, and get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. For why should you die, O house of Israel? For I have no pleasure in the death of one who dies,” says the Lord GOD. “Therefore turn and live!”'Ezekiel 18:30–32 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/18/30-32/s_820030 "For I have not shunned to declare to you the whole counsel of God. Therefore take heed to yourselves and to all the flock, among which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers, to shepherd the church of God which He purchased with His own blood. For I know this, that after my departure savage wolves will come in among you, not sparing the flock. Also from among yourselves men will rise up, speaking perverse things, to draw away the disciples after themselves."God is using Joseph’s life as a PROPHETIC FORESHADOW OF JESUS
'When He (Jesus) ascended on high, He led captivity captive, and gave gifts to men. Now this, “He ascended”, what does it mean but that He also first descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is also the One who ascended far above all the heavens, that He might fill all things.'Ephesians 4:8–10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/4/8-10/s_1101008 "For Christ also suffered once for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh but made alive by the Spirit, by whom also He went and preached to the spirits in prison, who formerly were disobedient."1 Peter 3:18–20 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1pe/3/18-20/s_1154018 Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent by the father on a mission of love.2) Rejected because of his testimony to his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)3) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)4) Falsely accused and arrested5) His tunic taken by the captors6) Left for dead7) Preached to the spirits in prison (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19) (to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)8) Raised to power, seated at the right hand9) Savior of the worldVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 28, 2023Genesis 39:11-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 2)
Genesis 39:11-23. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 2)Genesis 39:11-23 - Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 2). God sovereignly uses Joseph, a young man, to prophetically foretell Jesus’ life, rejection, death, and His rise to fame and power as the Savior of the world! This incredible story continues with Joseph being wrongfully accused of a sexual crime he did not commit and is thrown into prison! Although we are prone to feel sorry for Joseph and ourselves in times of hardship, God's Word clearly reveals that character is built through the furnace of adversity. Learn the value of walking in obedience to God's Word as we are bombarded with sexual temptation. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 39:11-23 - Joseph - God Builds a Man (Part 2), provides profound insight on how a follower of Christ should flee from sexuality immorality in order to grow as a man/woman of exceptional character!How did Joseph thrive in adversity?
1) He had great reverence for God
2) He was full of gratitude to God
3) He honored the authority God placed over himThe Bible instructs us to FLEE SEXUAL IMMORALITY"Flee sexual immorality. Every sin that a man does is outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body."The Blame Game
Commonly used tactics of the ungodly:
1) USING RACE MALICIOUSLY
2) MALIGNING OTHERS TO JUSTIFY SELFJoseph faces harsh adversity once again
God is at work in our lives in both prosperity & adversity
"Our present troubles are small and won't last very long. Yet they produce for us a glory that vastly outweighs them and will last forever! So we don't look at the troubles we can see now; rather, we fix our gaze on things that cannot be seen. For the things we see now will soon be gone, but the things we cannot see will last forever."Godly character - cannot be built in a vacuum – or by a magic wand.
Character, like gold, must be refined in the furnace of adversity
Joseph rises above dire adversity by BEING OBEDIENT TO GOD’S WORD
Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus1) The beloved son, sent by the father on a mission of love.
2) Rejected because of his testimony to his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)
3) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)
4) Falsely accused and arrested
5) His tunic taken by the captors
6) Left for dead
7) Preached to the spirits in prison (Eph 4:8-10, 1Pet 3:18-19)
(to one a message of Salvation, to one a message of judgment)
8) Raised to power, seated at the right hand
9) Savior of the worldVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 21, 2023Genesis 37:18 – 39:10. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 1)
Genesis 37:18 – 39:10. Joseph, God Builds a Man (Part 1)
Genesis 37:18-36_39:1-10 - God Builds a Man, demonstrates how God often may allow very difficult circumstances in our lives, as He does here with Joseph. Joseph's brothers first plot to kill him out of there envy of him, and then later decide to sell him into slavery at the tender age of seventeen. This story is an example of the human depravity and the extent his brothers go through to justify and cover up their sin. Joseph, a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus, is an amazing example for us, of how to continue to trust God and be faithful, even when life is not fair. Genesis 37:18-36_39:1-10 - God Builds a Man, is a great message that will help us understand how God wants us to respond to our own adversity.
THE DEPRAVITY OF MAN IS APPALLINGThe Apostle Paul wrote quoting many Old Testament Scriptures: As it is written: “There is none righteous, no, not one; There is none who understands; There is none who seeks after God. They have all turned aside; They have together become unprofitable; There is none who does good, no, not one. Their throat is an open tomb; With their tongues they have practiced deceit; The poison of asps is under their lips; Whose mouth is full of cursing and bitterness. Their feet are swift to shed blood; Destruction and misery are in their ways; And the way of peace they have not known. “There is no fear of God before their eyes.”
Romans 3:10–18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/10-18/s_1049010
COMING TO JESUS is something we DO CONTINUALLYPut off your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind, that you put on the new man, which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.
Ephesians 4:22–24, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/4/22-24/s_1101022Joseph – a prophetic prefigure of King Jesus
1) The beloved son, sent by the father on a mission of love.
2) Rejected because of his testimony to his own brethren (Tribes of Israel)
3) Sold to gentiles for a few pieces of silver (the price of a slave)
4) His tunic taken by the captors
5) Left for dead
6) Raised to power, seated at the right hand
7) Savior of the worldJoseph has been grossly mistreated.How will he handle it?Genesis 39Joseph worked hard, did not allow himself to be a victimHow do you respond to adversity?
If you faint in the day of adversity, your strength is small.
Proverbs 24:10, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/24/10/s_652010How did Joseph thrive in adversity?
1) He had great reverence for God
2) He was full of gratitude to God
3) He honored the authority God placed over himVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 14, 2023Genesis 37:1-22 – Joseph – Prefigure of King Jesus
Genesis 37:1-22 – Joseph – Prefigure of King JesusGenesis 37:1-22, Joseph a Prefigure of King Jesus. God sovereignly begins using Joseph, a seventeen-year-old young man, to prophetically foretell Jesus’ life, rejection, death, and his rise to fame and power as the Savior of the world! This amazing story begins with his brothers (the tribes of Israel) envying Joseph and seeking to kill him. As Joseph's oldest brother Rueben seeks to pacify his sibling's murderous plan, he fails to stand for truth which always allows evil to prevail. Here we also learn practical application regarding our need to stand firm against the evil agendas being propagated in our day. Pastor David's sermon from Genesis 37, 'Joseph a Prefigure of King Jesus', provides profound insight on how a follower of Christ can walk by faith, stand for truth, and find victory!God has a CALLING on Joseph’s life
We embrace the call of God BY FAITH with preparation
The call of God is always a call TO SERVE OTHERS
ENVY IS A CANKER TO THE SOUL
"You have heard that it was said to those of old, 'You shall not murder, and whoever murders will be in danger of the judgment.' But I say to you that whoever is angry with his brother without a cause shall be in danger of the judgment. And whoever says to his brother, 'Raca!' shall be in danger of the council. But whoever says, 'You fool!' shall be in danger of hell fire."Matthew 5:21-22 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/5/21-22/s_934021Joseph is a PROPHETIC PREFIGURE OF KING JESUS
If God’s people FAIL TO STAND FOR TRUTH EVIL WILL PREVAIL
THE DEPRAVITY OF MAN IS APPALLING
COMING TO JESUS is something we DO CONTINUALLY
"put off your former conduct, the old man which grows corrupt according to the deceitful lusts, and be renewed in the spirit of your mind, that you put on the new man, which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness."Ephesians 4:22–24 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/4/22-24/s_1101022Even in a world of wickedness GOD’S PLANS WILL PREVAIL
- May 7, 2023Genesis 35:16-29 – What Happens When We Die?
Genesis 35:16-29 – What Happens When We Die?Genesis 35:16-29 - What happens when we die? Like Jacob, all of us experience the sting and sorrow of death when our family and beloved friends die. Jacob loses the love of his life, his wife Rachel, and his father Isaac. Although the Bible is silent on Jacob's heartache, God's Word provides profound insight that brings comfort and truth to life's most significant question! Life after death is a reality for all people, but how do we navigate the veracity of heaven and hell? Pastor Dave's sermon from Genesis 35, 'What happens when we die?', brings clarity and understanding that will build your faith in God's eternal plan for you!
JACOB LOSES RACHEL - THE LOVE OF HIS LIFE
God’s people are not immune to LIFE’S HARDSHIPS
A Prophetic Foreshadow of Jesus: Ben-Oni: SON OF MY SORROW; Benjamin: SON OF MY RIGHT HAND
"Who has believed our report? And to whom has the arm of the LORD been revealed? For He (Jesus) shall grow up before Him as a tender plant, and as a root out of dry ground. He has no form or comeliness; and when we see Him, there is no beauty that we should desire Him. He is despised and rejected by men, a Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. And we hid, as it were, our faces from Him; He was despised, and we did not esteem Him. Surely, He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, Smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; the chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed."
Isaiah 53:1–5 NKJV
'...And the high priest answered and said to Him (Jesus), “I put You under oath by the living God: Tell us if You are the Christ, the Son of God!” 64 Jesus said to him, “It is as you said. And I say to you, hereafter you will see the Son of Man sitting at the right hand of the power, and coming on the clouds of heaven.”'
Matthew 26:63–64 NKJV"The Son radiates God’s own glory and expresses the very character of God. He sustains everything by the mighty power of His command. When He had cleansed us from our sins, He sat down in the place of honor, at the right hand of the majestic God in heaven."
Hebrews 1:3 NLTREUBEN’S HEINOUS SIN
THE TWELVE TRIBES OF ISRAEL
WHAT HAPPENS TO US WHEN WE DIE?
"I have seen the God-given task with which the sons of men are to be occupied. He (God) has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also put eternity in their hearts."
Ecclesiastes 3:10–11 NKJVLIFE AFTER DEATH – A REALITY FOR ALL PEOPLE
"Those who sleep in the dust of the earth (died) shall awake, some to everlasting life, some to shame and everlasting contempt. Those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the firmament, and those who turn many to righteousness like the stars forever and ever."
Daniel 12:2–3 NKJV"...All who are in the graves will hear His (Jesus) voice and come forth: those who have done good, to the resurrection of life, and those who have done evil, to the resurrection of condemnation."
John 5:28–29 NKJVWHERE DO WE GO WHEN WE DIE? (Luke 16)
Before Jesus’ cross everyone WENT TO HADES when they died
All who die in faith of Jesus’ work on the cross ARE WITH JESUS IN HEAVEN the moment they die
'When He (Jesus) ascended on high, He led captivity captive, and gave gifts to men.” Now this, “He ascended”- what does it mean but that He also first descended into the lower parts of the earth. 10 He who descended is also the One who ascended far above all the heavens, that He might fill all things.'
Ephesians 4:8–10 NKJV"In My Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you to Myself; that where I am, there you may be also."
John 14:2–3 NKJVVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Apr 30, 2023Genesis 35:1-15 – Regeneration in the House of God
Genesis 35:1-15 – Regeneration in the House of GodGenesis 35:1-15 - Regeneration in the House of God. Like Jacob, many people want a deep relationship with God, but find themselves falling into the same sinful and frustrating patterns keeping them from abiding in Jesus. This sermon is dripping with God's grace and provides instructions to those who are growing weary and wondering; Will I ever walk with Jesus? Although Jacob has grossly failed in many areas of his life, God remains faithful and calls him to worship in God's house. Before we can become a spiritual leader we must first become a worshiper of God! Pastor Dave's sermon from Genesis 35, Regeneration in God's House, will strengthen your troubled heart and guide you on the path to a restored relationship with Jesus!Jacob is confronted with his SINFUL DEPRAVITY and the bad fruit in his life"I will send My fear before you, I will cause confusion among all the people to whom you come, and will make all your enemies turn their backs to you."God’s instructions to the weary: 1) GET UP 2) GO UP TO THE HOUSE OF GOD 3) DWELL THERE 4) BUILD AN ALTAR THERE TO WORSHIP EL BETHEL: THE GOD - of the house of God. Regenerated by God, Jacob becomes the SPIRITUAL LEADER of his family Jacob your name is ISRAEL
THE ALMIGHTY GOD REAFFIRMS HIS COVENANT with IsraelVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Apr 23, 2023Genesis 33-34 – Reconciliation & Revenge
Genesis 33-34 – Reconciliation & RevengePeacekeeper vs. Peacemaker (Genesis 33)Appeasing will calm the Storm, but A Whole-Hearted Apology can Restore Relationship (Genesis 33)Jacob Misses the Greater Opportunity (Genesis 33)You are Equipped for the Ministry of Reconciliation (Genesis 33)"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation, that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation. Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God. For He made Him who knew no sin to be sin for us, that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.– 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/5/17-21/s_1083017Salvation happens in a Moment, but Christ-like Character is Built over Time (Genesis 33)Delayed Obedience Puts You and Your Family at Risk (Genesis 34)"But Samuel replied, 'What is more pleasing to the Lord: your burnt offerings and sacrifices or your obedience to His voice? Listen! Obedience is better than sacrifice, and submission is better than offering the fat of rams.'"– 1 Samuel 15:22 (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1sa/15/22/s_251022"Do not love this world nor the things it offers you, for when you love the world, you do not have the love of the Father in you. For the world offers only a craving for physical pleasure, a craving for everything we see, and pride in our achievements and possessions. These are not from the Father, but are from this world. And this world is fading away, along with everything that people crave. But anyone who does what pleases God will live forever."– 1 John 2:15-17 (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1jo/2/15-17/s_1161015The World is Full of Injustice, Sorrow and Grief - Jesus Understands Every Temptation, Vengeance Belongs to the Lord (Genesis 34)God Hates Vain Religion (Genesis 34)Revenge Ruins Relationships (Genesis 34)Jesus Came to Save the World; not to Condemn ItMay Your Actions Display Christ’s Character (Genesis 34)"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but that the world through Him might be saved."– John 3:16-17 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/3/16-17/s_1000016May Your Actions Display Christ’s Character (Genesis 34)Spiritual Maturity - Seeking God’s Will and Glory above our Own
- Apr 16, 2023Genesis 32 – Wrestling with God
Genesis 32 – Wrestling with GodGenesis 32 - Wrestling with God. Many people have been fighting with God their whole life, and Jacob is no exception. This sermon reveals the value of brokenness and the importance of surrendering our life to a loving God. Jacob has always schemed, planned and used his own strength to benefit himself. Nevertheless, he finds himself alone with God and in a wrestling match that will change his life forever! When we surrender our life to Jesus, He transforms our character and identity. Pastor Dave's sermon from Genesis 32 - Wrestling with God, will encourage your heart that in your darkest times of trouble God draws near to you.GOD DRAWS NEAR TO US in times of trouble.“Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven. For the Son of Man has come to save that which was lost."Matthew 18:10–11 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/mat/18/10-11/s_947010 "'Call upon Me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and you shall glorify Me.' But to the wicked God says: 'What right have you to declare My statutes (mercy, kindness, grace), or take My covenant (promises) in your mouth, seeing you hate instruction and cast My words behind you? When you saw a thief, you consented with him, and have been a partaker with adulterers. You give your mouth to evil, and your tongue frames deceit. You sit and speak against your brother; You slander your own mother’s son. These things you have done, and I kept silent; you thought that I was altogether like you; but I will rebuke you and set them in order before your eyes. Now consider this, you who forget God, lest I tear you in pieces, and there be none to deliver: Whoever offers praise glorifies Me; and to him who orders his conduct aright I will show the salvation of God.'”Psalm 50:15–23 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/50/15-23/s_528015 
"The LORD is a refuge for the oppressed, a refuge in times of trouble. And those who know Your name will put their trust in You. For You, LORD, have not forsaken those who seek You."Psalm 9:9–10 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.MAHANAIM - Two Camps THE MISTAKE OF LIVING IN TWO CAMPS: Church Life / Regular Life Church Life / Regular Life - it’s all GOD’S KINGDOM "Depend upon it, OUR SINS WILL COME HOME TO US sooner or later." - Charles Spurgeon HUMAN STRENGTH IS FINITE AND RELATIVELY IMPOTENT Jacob finally PRAYS TO GOD Jacob had been WRESTLING GOD his entire life What’s in a name? JACOB --> ISRAEL Jacob: "Deceiver" --> Israel: "Governed by God" Brokenness would not be a prized virtue if there were not a loving God who powerfully leads all who surrender their life to Himorg/nkjv/psa/9/9-10/s_487009 - Mar 5, 2023Genesis 31:22-55 – Jacob’s Conflict (Part 2)
Genesis 31:22-55 – Jacob’s Conflict (Part 2)Genesis 31:22-55, Jacob's Conflict (Part 2), When it comes to building meaningful relationships, the rewards of obeying God’s Word are profound. On the flip side, the pain and dysfunction sin brings into relationships is downright brutal. Many people, like Jacob, hate conflict in relationships and they avoid it at all cost. On the surface, avoiding conflict sounds great! But the results are destructive and painful for all. This sermon from Genesis 31:22-55, Jacob's Conflict (Part 2), will equip you with wise, powerful Biblical instruction so that you can have healthy conflict resolution skills that will help you build meaningful relationships for life.PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR is so dysfunctionalPassive aggressive behavior is CONCEALED AGGRESSIONPASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR eventually produces an ATOMIC-EXPLOSION
Passive Aggressive Behavior DEGENERATES OUR INTEGRITY
Passive Aggressive Behavior INCREASES FUTURE HARDSHIPS
Jesus said: there are two paths in life: BROAD & EASY, NARROW & DIFFICULT
“Enter by the narrow gate; for wide is the gate and broad is the way that leads to destruction, and there are many who go in by it. Because narrow is the gate and difficult is the way which leads to life, and there are few who find it." Matthew 7:13–14, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/7/13-14/s_936013 COCKROACHES LOVE DARKNESS, GOD’S PEOPLE LOVE LIGHT
"And this is the condemnation, that the light has come into the world, and men loved darkness rather than light, because their deeds are evil. For everyone practicing evil hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his deeds should be exposed. But he who does the truth comes to the light, that his deeds may be clearly seen, that they have been done in God."John 3:19–21, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.
org/nkjv/jhn/3/19-21/s_1000019 In confronting others, we are often TOO SELF-RIGHTEOUS to see truth
The most important part of conflict resolution? DEMONSTRATING YOU UNDERSTAND THE OTHER PERSON’S PARADIGM
The way we love others REFLECTS HOW WE TREAT GOD
"If someone says, “I love God,” and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who does not love his brother whom he has seen, how can he love God whom he has not seen?"MIZPAH: a covenant meal of judgment and harsh consequencesCOMMUNION: a covenant meal of Jesus’ sacrificial love, mercy, grace, and divine forgivenessVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 26, 2023Genesis 31:1-21 – Jacob’s Conflict (Part 1)
Genesis 31:1-21 – Jacob’s Conflict (Part 1)Genesis 31:1-21 - Jacob's Conflict (Part 1), it is evident that the result of passive aggressive behavior leads to relational dysfunction. Laban's family becomes jealous of Jacob's wealth and this causes friction. Jacob sees this and takes advantage of getting out of town while Laban is away shearing the sheep. Like Jacob, do you avoid conflict? Are you or someone you love blind to their character flaws? Listen to a message filled with hope and encouragement as Pastor Dave unpacks the keys to working through selfishness in order to lead a life of selflessness. Tune in right now and allow Genesis 31:1-21 - Jacob's Conflict, to convict your heart and build your life!JEALOUSY CAUSES FRICTION WHEN SIN MUTES HEARING - GOD MAY SPEAK AGAIN IN PAIN JACOB IS BLIND to his own CHARACTER FLAWS SELF-CENTEREDNESS DESTROYS RELATIONSHIPS SELFLESSNESS BUILDS BEAUTIFUL RELATIONSHIPS"There is one who makes himself rich, yet has nothing; and one who makes himself poor, yet has great riches."Proverbs 13:7, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.PASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR is so dysfunctional Passive aggressive behavior is CONCEALED AGGRESSION
org/nkjv/pro/13/7/s_641007 
How to deal with passive-aggressive behavior1) DO NOT ENABLE 2) DO NOT MIRROR with passive aggressive behavior 3) Counter with OPEN COMMUNICATION4) RESPOND TO THEIR EMOTIONSPASSIVE AGGRESSIVE BEHAVIOR eventually produces an ATOMIC-EXPLOSIONVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 19, 2023Genesis 30:25-43 – The Illusion of Control
Genesis 30:25-43 – The Illusion of ControlIn Genesis 30:25-43 - The Illusion of Control, Jacob tries to earn God's blessing through his own strength and wit. Like Jacob, why do we try to earn God's favor? If you've been trapped in a performance based relationship with God don't miss a powerful message from Pastor David Menard. Come discover it is God's delight to save and bless you! Genesis 30-31 - The Illusion of Control, invites you to lay down your burden of trying to earn God’s blessings and instead calls you to freely receive His love for you.WHY DID GOD BLESS JACOB ABUNDANTLY?• God promised Abraham• God was defending Jacob'(And the LORD said to Jacob) “I am the LORD, God of Abraham your father, and the God of Isaac; the land on which you lie I will give to you and your descendants. Also your descendants shall be as the dust of the earth; you shall spread abroad to the west and the east, to the north and the south; and in you and in your seed all the families of the earth shall be blessed. Behold, I am with you and will keep you wherever you go, and I will bring you back to this land; for I will not leave you until I have done what I have spoken to you.'”Genesis 28:13–15, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/28/13-15/s_2801311
"Then the Angel of God spoke to me in a dream, saying, ‘Jacob.’ And I said, ‘Here I am.’ And He said, ‘Lift your eyes now and see, all the rams which leap on the flocks are streaked, speckled, and gray-spotted; for I have seen all that Laban is doing to you."Genesis 31:11–12, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/31/11-12/s_31011JACOB IS STILL TRYING TO EARN GOD’S BLESSINGSWhy are we prone to try to earn God’s favor? 1) Unbelief that God is so kind / caring 2) We want to be in controlGOD’S LOVE FOR US IS UNCAUSED BY US"To the churches of Galatia: Grace to you and peace from God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ, who gave Himself for our sins, that He might deliver us from this present evil age, according to the will of our God and Father."Galatians 1:3-4, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/1/3-4/s_1092003We cannot earn God’s blessings, but we can receive them freely in JesusJEALOUSY CAUSES FRICTION – Geneses 31WHEN GREED MUTES HEARING - GOD MAY SPEAK AGAIN IN PAINVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 12, 2023Genesis 29:30-30:24 – Sovereignty in the Chaos
Genesis 29:30-30:24 – Sovereignty in the ChaosGenesis 29:30-30:24 - God reveals His Sovereignty in the Chaos. Jacob's sinful life is producing more sin, and the result is incredible family dysfunction. Don't let cultural norms determine what is right for your family! Listen to an eye-opening message from Pastor Dave Menard as he unpacks the importance of male leadership in the home and how our love in Jesus is not earned, but given. Even in the mess, Genesis 29:30-30:24 peels open the Scriptures to display God's Sovereignty in the Chaos.Poor male leadership causes major family dysfunctionTo stand strong in faith GOD’S WORD must be in our heart"And Leah said, 'Good fortune has come! so she called his name Gad."Genesis 30:11, ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/gen/30/11/s_30011"Leah named him Gad, for she said, 'How fortunate I am!'"Genesis 30:11, NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/gen/30/11/s_30011
RACHEL CONCEIVESGREED KEPT JACOB OUT OF THE PROMISE LANDTHE TWELVE TRIBES OF ISRAEL – GENESIS 35:15"He is despised and rejected by men, a Man of sorrows and acquainted with grief. And we hid, as it were, our faces from Him; He was despised, and we did not esteem Him. Surely, He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed."Isaiah 53:3–5, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/53/3-5/s_732003"The LORD said to my Lord, “Sit at My right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool.” The LORD shall send the rod of Your strength out of Zion. Rule in the midst of Your enemies!"Psalm 110:1–2, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/110/1-2/s_588001The Gospel of Jesus Christ revealed in the 12 tribes of IsraelSTAND FIRM IN JESUSVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 5, 2023Genesis 29:1-30 – Jacob in the Mirror
Genesis 29:1-30 – Jacob in the MirrorIn Genesis 29 - Jacob in the Mirror, we learn that without Godly character we turn God's blessings into a mess! Jacob, the son of Isaac, falls in love with Rachel and in spite of his seven years of labor is swindled in the final moment of betrothal. Jacob, the deceiver, comes face to face with his own character deficiencies as God teaches him that the currency of God's Kingdom is selflessness. We often serve out of compulsion and selfishness, but as you listen to Pastor Dave's powerful message from Genesis 29 - Jacob in the Mirror, you will learn the value and power of serving others in love!GOD SOVEREIGNLY PROVIDES ALL WE NEED AND MOREWHEN THE MOTIVE IS LOVE SERVING OTHERS IS A JOY"As the Father loved Me, I also have loved you; abide in My love. If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and abide in His love. These things I have spoken to you, that My joy may remain in you, and that your joy may be full. This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends."John 15:9–13, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/15/9-13/s_1012009
JACOB LEARNS HOW IT FEELS TO BE TREATED LIKE HE TREATS OTHERS"With the merciful, You will show Yourself merciful. With a blameless man, You will show Yourself blameless. With the pure, You will show Yourself pure. And with the devious, You will show Yourself shrewd. For You will save the humble people, but will bring down haughty looks." Psalm 18:25–27 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/18/25-27/s_496025WITHOUT GODLY CHARACTER WE TURN GOD’S BLESSINGS INTO A GIANT MESS"Through wisdom a house is built, and by understanding it is established; By knowledge the rooms are filled with all precious and pleasant riches."Proverbs 24:3-4 NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/24/3-4/s_652003GODLY CHARACTER ENABLES US TO USE GOD’S GIFTS UNTO ABUNDANT LIFEVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 29, 2023Genesis 28:10-22 – Jacob, God Builds a Man
Genesis 28:10-22 – Jacob, God Builds a ManGenesis 28:10-22 - Jacob, God Builds a Man, shows us the lengths God goes through to build His leaders. Despite Jacob’s God-fearing family, a relationship with God was not automatic. In this sermon we see how God reaches out individually to Jacob through a dream to establish a personal relationship with him. Jacob envisions a ladder coming down from heaven in his dream, where angels are going up and down the ladder. God personally comforts Jacob as He recounts the covenant promise he gave to Abraham and Isaac. In Genesis 28:10-22 - Jacob, God Builds a Man, we see how patient God is with Jacob as he still does not fully understand God plan for his life. The same is true for us today. Our salvation does not occur by being raised in the church, attending youth group, knowing Bible stories, or having parents or a spouse with great faith. We are saved through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Jacob is Tired and Weary
God Speaks To The Humble and BrokenBut He gives more grace. Therefore He says: "GOD RESISTS THE PROUD, BUT GIVES GRACE TO THE HUMBLE; Therefore submit to God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Lament and mourn and weep! Let your laughter be turned to mourning and your joy to gloom. Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up.
James 4:6-10, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jas/4/6-10/s_1150006
I Will Not Leave You Until I Have Done
What I Have Spoken To YouWe Cannot Come To God
On Our Own Ability
God Must Provide The WayWe Cannot Come To God
On Our Own Ability
God Must Provide The Way
God Did… His Name Is JesusJesus answered and said to him, "Because I said to you, 'I saw you under the fig tree,' do you believe? You will see greater things than these." And He said to him, "Most assuredly, I say to you, hereafter you shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of Man."
John 1:50-51, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/1/50-51/s_998050Jacob Knows Little About
The God He Believes In"But will God indeed dwell on the earth? Behold, heaven and the heaven of heavens cannot contain You. How much less this temple which I have built!
1 Kings 8:27, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1ki/8/27/s_299027Jacob Knows Little About
The God He Believes InBut God Will Build Him Into
A Substantial Man of FaithGod Can Give Us So Much More When We
Pray What God Wants Not What We WantI will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will guide you with My eye. Do not be like the horse or like the mule, Which have no understanding, Which must be harnessed with bit and bridle, Else they will not come near you.
Psalm 32:8-9, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/32/8-9/s_510008Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net
- Jan 22, 2023Genesis 27:34-28:9 – The Danger of Vain Religion
Genesis 27:34-28:9 – The Danger of Vain ReligionGenesis 27:34-28:9 - The Danger of Vain Religion. The Bible says, “God owns the cattle on a thousand hills.” Yet Esau, like many today, desired to receive God's blessings without ever seeking to know God. What does God do when we come seeking His rich blessings but are not actually seeking Him? To find out, enjoy this powerful message from Pastor David Menard, in Genesis 27 that reveals the heart of God, and The Danger of Vain Religion.ESAU MOURNS HIS LOSS OF GOD’S BLESSINGS BUT HAS NO DESIRE TO KNOW GOD"Watch out for the Esau syndrome: trading away God’s lifelong gift in order to satisfy a short-term appetite. You well know how Esau later regretted that impulsive act and wanted God’s blessing - but by then it was too late, tears or no tears."Hebrews 12:16–17, (The Message) https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews%2012%3A16-17&version=MSGWHAT DO YOU WANT FROM GOD?
"I, the LORD, search the heart, I test the mind, even to give every man according to his ways, according to the fruit of his doings.""I, GOD, search the heart and examine the mind. I get to the heart of the human. I get to the root of things. I treat them as they really are, not as they pretend to be.""The LORD is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.""O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall show forth Your praise. For You do not desire sacrifice, or else I would give it. You do not delight in burnt offering. The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit, a broken and a contrite heart. These, O God, You will not despise." Psalm 51:15-17, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/51/15-17/s_529015"Jesus answered them and said, 'Most assuredly, I say to you, you seek Me, not because you saw the signs, but because you ate of the loaves and were filled.'” John 6:26, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/6/26/s_1003026ESAU HATES HIS BROTHER"He who says he is in the light, and hates his brother, is in darkness until now. He who loves his brother abides in the light, and there is no cause for stumbling in him. But he who hates his brother is in darkness and walks in darkness, and does not know where he is going, because the darkness has blinded his eyes."1 John 2:9-11, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1jo/2/9-11/s_1161009VENGEANCE belongs to the Lord"‘You shall not hate your brother in your heart. You shall surely rebuke your neighbor, and not bear sin because of him. You shall not take vengeance, nor bear any grudge against the children of your people, but you shall love your neighbor as yourself: I am the LORD.'"Leviticus 19:17–18, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/lev/19/17-18/s_109017BAD THINGS WILL HAPPEN TO US BUT BAD THINGS DO NOT DEFINE US - OUR RESPONSE IS WHAT DEFINES USMatthew 5:38Rebekah’s sinful deception caused her needless hardshipVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 15, 2023Genesis 27:1-33 – Spiritual Imposters
Genesis 27:1-33 – Spiritual ImpostersGenesis 27:1-33 - Spiritual Imposters, teaches us about the detrimental effect of man’s lack of spiritual leadership in his family. Isaac had ignored God’s instruction to him about which one of his sons he was to pass on the family’s spiritual blessings. Esau was Isaac’s favorite son, a manly man, but he was not the son God had chosen. Isaac’s sin of not following God’s instruction promotes dysfunction in his family. His wife Rebekah and son Jacob fall into the trap of becoming spiritual Imposters as they try to receive the spiritual blessing through their own craftiness and deception. Genesis 27:1-33 – Spiritual Imposters, show us an example of what lengths we, like Jacob will go to, pretending to be someone we are not.REAL CHARACTER is who we are when no one else is watching"Oh LORD, You have searched me and known me. You know my sitting down and my rising up; You understand my thought afar off. You comprehend my path and my lying down, and are acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word on my tongue, but behold, O LORD, You know it altogether." Psalm 139:1-4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/139/1-4/s_617001Isaac QUIT LEADING HIS FAMILY in his old ageMen, your familyNEEDS YOUR LEADERSHIPIf a man fails to leadHIS OWN WALK WITH GOD IS ADVERSELY AFFECTEDGod may not remove temptation butHE ALWAYS GIVES US A WAY OUT"No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man. But God is faithful, He will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation (God) will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it."1 Corinthians 10:13, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1co/10/13/s_1072013THE MORE WE SIN THE MORE WE SIN
Jacob attempts to gain a SPIRITUAL BLESSING by pretending to be someone he’s notBEING AN IMPOSTER IS TOXIC TO OUR SOULRIGHTEOUSNESS can only be received as A GIFT FROM JESUSFor all (of us) have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, being justified freely by His grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God set forth as a propitiation by His blood, through faith, to demonstrate His righteousness.Romans 3:23-25, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/23-25/s_1049023"Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law? Of works? No, but by the law of faith. Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith apart from the deeds of the law."Romans 3:27-28, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/27-28/s_1049027"Abraham was, humanly speaking, the founder of our Jewish nation. What did he discover about being made right with God? If his good deeds had made him acceptable to God, he would have had something to boast about. But that was not God’s way. For the Scriptures tell us, “Abraham believed God, and God counted him as righteous because of his faith.”Romans 4:1-3, NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/4/1-3/s_1050001Jacob schemed to earn THE SPIRITUAL BLESSING GOD HAD FREELY GIVEN HIMVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 8, 2023Genesis 26:1-14 – How God Leads
Genesis 26:1-14 – How God LeadsGenesis 26:1-14 - How God Leads. How we react to problems and trials reveals a lot about who we are. Isaac was faced with a difficult event in his life. He had the choice to obey God's voice or to try and deal with the issue in his own way. Like Isaac, we are prone to search for a quick fix or rely on our own abilities when facing trials and hardship. Listen to an insightful message from Pastor David Menard and learn the truth in Genesis 26:1-14 about How God Leads you through trying circumstances."Blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, and whose hope is the LORD. For he shall be like a tree planted by the waters, which spreads out its roots by the river, and will not fear when heat comes; but its leaf will be green, and will not be anxious in the year of drought, nor will cease from yielding fruit."Jeremiah 17:7-8, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jer/17/7-8/s_762007'Thus says the LORD: “Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart departs from the LORD. For he shall be like a shrub in the desert, and shall not see when good comes, but shall inhabit the parched places in the wilderness, in a salt land which is not inhabited.”'Jeremiah 17:5-6, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jer/17/5-6/s_762005A common discourse of how God leads us: 1) AN EVENT2) HUMAN RESPONSE3) DIVINE ACTION 4) GOD’S COMMAND5) PROMISES / REWARDS6) OUR ETHOS
God often speaks in a small, still voiceDO NOT DISMISS GOD WHEN HE SPEAKS God speaks, but He does not force us"For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us. For the earnest expectation of the creation, eagerly waits for the revealing of the sons of God." Romans 8:18–19, KJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/rom/8/18-19/s_1054018Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Nov 20, 2022Genesis 25 – A Prophetic Look at the Flesh VS Spirit
Genesis 25 – A Prophetic Look at the Flesh VS SpiritGenesis 25 - A Prophetic Look at the Flesh VS Spirit, God reveals, through the birth of Jacob and Esau, amazing insights into the ongoing struggle of our fleshly, carnal desires that fight against the godly desires of the Spirit. We see that many people today are completely controlled by their bodily appetites (food, drink, greed, lust, sex, pride, etc.). However, contrary to popular opinion, our lives are not to be controlled by the desires of our sinful flesh. God commands us to be responsible in our actions. If you've ever struggled with wanting to do what is right but felt puled by your flesh in the wrong direction this study is for you. As Abraham comes to the end of his life, the Covenant God made with him is passed on to Isaac. Isaac and Rebekah have twin sons, Jacob and Esau. This chronic battle is revealed in the lives of Jacob and Esau in many ways, even from conception the two boys wrestle in the womb. Listen to this teaching from Pastor David Menard to find victory in the battle of the flesh vs. the Spirit. Genesis 25 - A Prophetic Look at the Flesh VS Spirit.Abraham Puts His Affairs in Order God's Covenant Is With IsaacAbraham's Life Comes To An EndWhere Will You Go When You Die?Therefore He says: "WHEN HE ASCENDED ON HIGH, HE LED CAPTIVITY CAPTIVE, AND GAVE GIFTS TO MEN." (Now this, "HE ASCENDED"—what does it mean but that He also first descended into the lower parts of the earth? He who descended is also the One who ascended far above all the heavens, that He might fill all things.)Ephesians 4:8-18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/4/8-10/s_1101008
A Slow, Strange Way For God To Build The Promise Nation of IsraelThen he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.Zachariah 4:6, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/zec/4/6/s_915006The Problem Jesus Faced with the Jews - Misdirected FaithJacob and Esau - A Prophetic Look at the Flesh vs SpiritFor the flesh lusteth against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh: and these are contrary the one to the other: so that ye cannot do the things that ye would.Galatians 5:17, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/gal/5/17/s_1096017By faith Abraham obeyed when he was called to go out to the place which he would receive as an inheritance. And he went out, not knowing where he was going. By faith he dwelt in the land of promise as in a foreign country, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise; for he waited for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God. By faith Sarah herself also received strength to conceive seed, and she bore a child when she was past the age, because she judged Him faithful who had promised. Therefore from one man, and him as good as dead, were born as many as the stars of the sky in multitude—innumerable as the sand which is by the seashore.Hebrews 11:8-12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/heb/11/8-12/s_1144008Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Nov 13, 2022Genesis 24 – A Bride for a King (Part 2)
Genesis 24 – A Bride for a King (Part 2)Genesis 24 - A Bride for the King (Part 2) shows God's pursuing love for you, evident in the romantic story of Isaac and Rebekah. As Abraham's servant continues his mission to bring a bride back for Isaac, God reveals the role of the Holy Spirit in our lives. If you've ever wondered what it means to be Spirit-led and how to discern between counterfeit holy spirits and the real deal, listen to Sunday's message by Pastor David Menard. Genesis 24 - A Bride for a King (Part 2), will lead you to a practical understanding of the Holy Spirit's design to lead you to Jesus."As the bridegroom rejoices over the bride, so shall your God rejoice over you."Isaiah 62:5 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/62/5/s_741005"I will greatly rejoice in the LORD, my soul shall be joyful in my God; For He has clothed me with the garments of salvation, He has covered me with the robe of righteousness, (just) as a bridegroom decks himself with ornaments, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels."Isaiah 61:10 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/61/10/s_740010The typology is astounding JESUS’ GOSPEL PROPHESIED IN A STORY!The solitary goal of the Holy Spirit is to LEAD US TO JESUSThe Promise of the Holy Spirit"But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me."John 15:26 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/15/26/s_1012026
"When He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. He will glorify Me (Jesus), for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you."John 16:13-14 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/16/13-14/s_1013013"These things I have spoken to you while being present with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you."John 14:25-26 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/14/25-26/s_1011025"I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them."Ezekiel 36:27 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/36/27/s_838027We must not let anything HINDER US FROM COMING TO JESUSThe Holy Spirit will not force you A CHOICE MUST BE MADE TO FOLLOW JESUS"We then, as workers together with Him also plead with you not to receive the grace of God in vain. For He says: “In an acceptable time I have heard you, and in the day of salvation I have helped you.” Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation."2 Corinthians 6:1-2 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/6/1-2/s_1084001Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Nov 6, 2022Genesis 24 – A Bride for a King (Part 1)
Genesis 24 – A Bride for a King (Part 1)In Genesis 24 - A Bride for a King (Part 1), Abraham is aged, and as he faithfully seeks a wife for his son Isaac, God's Word reveals a prophetic and powerful story pointing to God's redeeming love for you. The pursuit of a bride for Isaac parallels God's pursuit of you by His Holy Spirit in order to bring you to Jesus. If you have ever felt like God is angry with you, indifferent towards you, or doesn't want you as His child, nothing could be further from the truth according to God's Word. Don't miss an encouraging message from Pastor David in Genesis 24 - A Bride for a King, and walk in the assurance of God's love and pursuit of you.LOOK AT THE MAN GOD BUILT! Abram’s faith in God had grown deepOUR FAITH MUST REST UPON THE WORD OF GODA 500 mile journey to find a brideEliezer LEARNED ABOUT GOD FROM HIS BOSSKINDNESS & GENEROSITY shine brightly to allThe typology is astounding: JESUS’ GOSPEL PROPHESIED IN A STORY!"Jesus answered and spoke to them again by parables and said: 'The kingdom of heaven is like a certain king who arranged a marriage for his son, and sent out his servants to call those who were invited to the wedding.'"Matthew 22:1-3, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/22/1-3/s_951001The Holy Spirit is SINGLE MINDED TO BRING YOU TO JESUS
A picture of the Holy Spirit GIVING SPIRITUAL GIFTS to the church"God has given each of you a gift from His great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another. Do you have the gift of speaking? Then speak as though God himself were speaking through you. Do you have the gift of helping others? Do it with all the strength and energy that God supplies. Then everything you do will bring glory to God through Jesus Christ. All glory and power to Him forever and ever! Amen."1 Peter 4:10-11, NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1pe/4/10-11/s_1155010The real Holy Spirit DRAWS ALL ATTENTION TO JESUS never to Himself"When He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. He will glorify Me (Jesus), for He will take of what is Mine (Jesus) and declare it to you."John 16:13-14, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/16/13-14/s_1013013"These things I have spoken to you while being present with you. But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in My name, He will teach you all things, and bring to your remembrance all things that I said to you."John 14:25-26, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/14/25-26/s_1011025Do not let your sinful flesh HINDER YOU from coming to JesusThe Holy Spirit will not force you A CHOICE MUST BE MADE TO FOLLOW JESUSVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 30, 2022Genesis 23 – A Faithful Pilgrimage
Genesis 23 – A Faithful PilgrimageGenesis 23 - A Faithful Pilgrimage, demonstrates to us, through the life of Abraham, how to walk a life of faith and lose a loved one, yet still have hope. Abraham was married to Sarah for probably close to one hundred years. Losing someone that close, that you have been with such a long time must have grieved him greatly. Abraham's knew by faith that he would see Sarah again in heaven, and that gave him hope. Genesis 23 - A Faithful Pilgrimage, also show us how Abraham lived a live a life of integrity by faith, choosing not taking advantage of the people around him and glorifying God.A Christian Grieves Loss with Heartache and HopeBut I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1th/4/13-14/s_1115013Like Abraham, We are Pilgrims Faithfully Waiting for Our Eternal HomeBy faith he dwelt in the land of promise as in a foreign country, dwelling in tents with Isaac and Jacob, the heirs with him of the same promise; for he waited for the city which has foundations, whose builder and maker is God. Hebrews 11:9-10, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/9-10/s_1144009For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself. Philippians 3:20-21, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/phl/3/20-21/s_1106020
Obey God’s Word to Attract and Influence Others to GodThe wicked borrows and does not repay, But the righteous shows mercy and gives. Psalm 37:21, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/37/21/s_515021They said to Him, “Caesar’s.” And He said to them, “Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” Matthew 22:21, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/22/21/s_951021Use Your Worldly Resources to Invest in Eternal RelationshipsHere’s the lesson: Use your worldly resources to benefit others and make friends. Then, when your earthly possessions are gone, they will welcome you to an eternal home. Luke 16:9, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/luk/16/9/s_989009Biblical Business Principles• Be Humble in Character • Put All Terms in Writing • Be Generous • You are a Witness of GodVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 25, 2022Genesis 22 – The Father’s Anguish
Genesis 22 – The Father’s AnguishIn Genesis 22:1-14 - The Father's Anguish, why would God ask Abraham to sacrifice his only son whom he loves? Walking a mile in someone's shoes or seeing from a different perspective can transform our way of thinking and understanding! Don't miss a powerful message from Pastor David pointing to the immeasurable depths of God's love for you and the hope found in the death and resurrection of Jesus. Genesis 22:1-14 - The Father's Anguish reveals God's provision not only for Abraham, but for a world in need of a living sacrifice for the forgiveness of sins."He (Jesus) is despised and rejected by men. ...and we did not esteem Him. Surely, He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows. Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. But He was wounded (profaned, defiled) for our transgressions, He was bruised (crushed) for our iniquities. The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, and by His stripes we are healed."Isaiah 53:3-5, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/53/3-5/s_732003"I am poured out like water, and all My bones are out of joint. My heart is like wax; it has melted within Me. My strength is dried up like a potsherd, and My tongue clings to My jaws. ...They pierced My hands and My feet; I can count all My bones. They look and stare at Me."Psalms 22:14-17, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/22/14-17/s_500014TAKE NOW YOUR SON, YOUR ONLY SON, WHOM YOU LOVE
"When He had been baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened to Him, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting upon Him. And suddenly a voice came from heaven, saying, 'This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.'"Matthew 3:16-17, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/3/16-17/s_932016Burnt Offering"There shall not be found among you anyone who burns his son or his daughter as an offering, anyone who practices divination or tells fortunes or interprets omens, or a sorcerer or a charmer or a medium or a wizard or a necromancer, for whoever does these things is an abomination to the LORD."Deuteronomy 18:10-12, ESV https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/deu/18/10-12/s_171010TRUE WORSHIP IS SUBMITTING OUR WILL TO THE WILL OF GOD"By faith Abraham, when he was tested, offered up Isaac, and he who had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, of whom it was said, 'In Isaac your seed shall be called,' concluding that God was able to raise him up, even from the dead, from which he also received him in a figurative sense."Hebrews 11:17-19, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/17-19/s_1144017MORIAH: TO SEE YHWHVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 16, 2022Genesis 21:22-34 – Tools for Great Relationships
Genesis 21:22-34 – Tools for Great RelationshipsGenesis 21:24-34 - Tools for Great Relationships - Have you ever messed up so bad and thought God would never again use you for His glory? Abraham is a terrible witness and lies to King Abimelech, but God reveals deep relational wisdom through a profound restoration of these two men! Listen to Pastor Dave's message and grow in how to resolve conflict and clearly communicate in your marriage, family, work relationships and friendships. In Genesis 21:24-34 - Tools for Great Relationships, God's Word makes it clear that even in your faults and failures He can still use you to lead others to Jesus through great relationships now and in your future!You can have a significant failure and still be a powerful witness for GodGet Mark and bring him with you, for he is useful to me for ministry.2 Timothy 4:11 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ti/4/11/s_1129011In relationships BE PROACTIVE NOT REACTIVEAnd the Lord will make you the head and not the tail; you shall be above only, and not be beneath, if you heed the commandments of the Lord your God, which I command you today, and are careful to observe them.Deuteronomy 28:13 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/28/13/s_181013
'Surely I have taught you statutes and judgments, just as the Lord my God commanded me, that you should act according to them in the land which you go to possess. Therefore be careful to observe them; for this is your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the peoples who will hear all these statutes, and say, 'Surely this great nation is a wise and understanding people.' "For what great nation is there that has God so near to it, as the Lord our God is to us, for whatever reason we may call upon Him?"Deuteronomy 4:5-7 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/4/5-7/s_157005The wise woman builds her house, but the foolish pulls it down with her own hands.Proverbs 14:1 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/14/1/s_642001In relationships wait for THE RIGHT TIME TO ADDRESS A PROBLEMAVOIDING CONFLICT only increases tomorrow’s painThe lazy man says, "There is a lion in the road! A fierce lion is in the streets!"Proverbs 26:13 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/26/13/s_654013Go to the ant, you sluggard! Consider her ways and be wise! Which, having no captain, overseer, or ruler, provides her supplies in the summer, and gathers her food in the harvest. How long will you slumber, O sluggard? When will you rise from your sleep? A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep, so shall your poverty come on you like a prowler, and your need like an armed man.Proverbs 6:6-11 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/pro/6/6-11/s_634006In relationships GIVE GENEROUSLY and go the extra mile to COMMUNICATE CLEARLYABRAM WORSHIPS THE EVERLASTING GODProper worship of God PROVIDES A LEGACY TO OTHERSLET YOUR FAMILY HEAR & SEE YOU: 1) Read your Bible 2) Pray 3) Bathe in Jesus’ grace 4) Worship God wholeheartedlyVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 9, 2022Genesis 21:1-14 – The Faithfulness of God
Genesis 21:1-14 – The Faithfulness of GodGenesis 21:1-14 - The Faithfulness of God, Abraham and Sarah waited 25 years into their old age to have a child and for God to fulfill His promise. Despite Sarah being menopausal and Abraham being 100 years old, God's promise comes true and Isaac is born! Like Abraham, many Christians experience extensive periods of waiting on the Lord that result in doubt, fear and even an attempt to take matters into your own hands. Genesis 21:1-14 - The Faithfulness of God, Pastor David's message reveals the certainty of God's promises not by your own effort, but instead by faith.Take comfort in the faithfulness of GodThis is a faithful saying: For if we died with Him, we shall also live with Him. If we endure (hardship / trials), we shall also reign with Him. If we deny Him, He also will deny us. If we are faithless, He remains faithful (to judge us), He cannot deny Himself.2 Timothy 2:11-13, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ti/2/11-13/s_1127011Ishmael & Isaac - THE BATTLE Between the Flesh and the Spirit“I am God, and there is none like Me, declaring the end from the beginning, and from ancient times things that are not yet done, saying, 'My counsel shall stand, and I will do all My pleasure.'”Isaiah 46:9-10, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/46/9-10/s_725009THE FATHER DELIGHTS IN OUR GROWTH
For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God; and you have come to need milk and not solid food. For everyone who partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, for he is a babe. But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.Hebrews 5:12-14, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/5/12-14/s_1138012GOD’S PROMISES CAN ONLY BE RECEIVED BY FAITHTHEY CANNOT BE EARNED BY HUMAN EFFORTFor it is written that Abraham had two sons: the one by a bondwoman, the other by a freewoman. But he who was of the bondwoman was born according to the flesh, and he of the freewoman (was born) through (God’s) promise, which things are symbolic.Galatians 4:22-23, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/4/22-23/s_1095022But, as he who was born according to the flesh then persecuted him who was born according to the Spirit, even so it is now. Nevertheless what does the Scripture say? "Cast out the bondwoman and her son, for the son of the bondwoman shall not be heir with the son of the freewoman." So then, brethren, we are not children of the bondwoman but of the free. Galatians 4:29-31, NKJV https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/4/29-31/s_1095029Visit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Oct 2, 2022Genesis 20 – The Sin We Struggle With
Genesis 20 – The Sin We Struggle WithGenesis 20, The Sin We Struggle With. After 25 years of walking with God, why does Abraham still lie about his wife, in a vain attempt to save himself? Furthermore, this lie was a repeated sin in his life. Like Abram, many Christians today frequently struggle with certain sins. This sermon takes an honest look at why God’s people experience victory in some areas of life, but ongoing temptation and struggle with certain sins they wish they could rid themselves of. In Genesis 20, The Sin We Struggle With, Pastor David's message reveals profound insights that will give you victory over the perennial battle against the sin you struggle with.
- Sep 25, 2022Genesis 19:15-38 – Leaving a Legacy
Genesis 19:15-38 – Leaving a LegacyGenesis 19:15-38 - Leaving a LegacyIn Genesis 19:15-38 - Leaving a Legacy, listen to a powerful message in one of the most shocking passages of the Bible! The tale of two men, Abraham and Lot, contrast the incredible blessings of walking with God and the peril of a life pursuing pleasure. If you're struggling with knowing the truth of God's Word, but are still living with one foot in the world don't miss what today's passage has to say about getting back on track with Jesus. Watch and listen to Genesis 19:15-38, Leaving a Legacy, as you grow in not just knowing God's ways, but loving God's ways!God's Mercy is Astounding!For You, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, and abundant in mercy to all those who call upon You. Give ear, O LORD, to my prayer; And attend to the voice of my supplications. In the day of my trouble I will call upon You, for You will answer me.Psalm 86:5-7 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/86/5-7/s_564005The Person who Walks with God Embraces Divine DirectionPrioritizing Time with God is an Investment with Guaranteed Returns
Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.James 4:8 NLT, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/jas/4/8/s_1150008We Reap what We SowDiscipleship Leaves a Godly LegacyVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Sep 18, 2022Genesis 18:16-19:22 – The Half-Hearted Christian
Genesis 18:16-19:22 – The Half-Hearted ChristianGenesis 18:16-19:22 - The Half-Hearted ChristianGenesis 18:16-19:22, The Half-Hearted Christian is about the story of Lot and Sodom & Gomorrah, revealing the dangers of knowing about God, but not walking with Him in obedience to His Word. In a society tolerant of pervasive sin, do you stand for truth or do you approve of sin to give the appearance of 'loving' everyone? The Half-Hearted Christian caves to societal pressure, but those under the Lordship of Jesus display God's heart in every circumstance. Listen to Sunday's message from Genesis 18 and 19 on Sodom and Gomorrah and be equipped in how to live in obedience to God in all areas of your life, instead of being The Half-Hearted Christian consumed with fear and foolishness in a culture trying to cancel God's truth.The person who walks with God QUICKLY OBEYS GODGOD REVEALS HIS HEART to those who walk with Him The person who walks with God PRAYERFULLY INTERCEDES for those lost in sin BLINDNESSHe (God) makes nations great, and He destroys them; He enlarges nations, and guides them. 24 He takes away the understanding of the chiefs of the people of the earth, and makes them wander in a pathless wilderness. 25 They grope in the dark without light, and He makes them stagger like a drunken man.Job 12:23-25 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/job/12/23-25/s_448023
Lot is a horrible father!The half-hearted believer HAS NO INFLUENCEThe half-hearted believer WANTS TO KNOW HOW MUCH THEY CAN SIN AND STILL BE SAVEDAbundant life is found living in THE CENTER OF GOD’S WILLVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Sep 11, 2022Genesis 17:23 -18:21 – What it Looks Like to Walk with God
Genesis 17:23 -18:21 – What it Looks Like to Walk with GodGenesis 17:23 - 18:21 - What it Looks Like to Walk with God. Abraham reveals what it looks like to walk with God, not just for a single moment, but in everyday life. Do God's directions ever seem hard to follow and His ways difficult to understand? Welcome to the team! Listen to Sunday's message and learn what the Bible teaches about the importance of consistent and immediate obedience to the Lord's authority in relationship to building men and women of influence and wisdom. If you're struggling to follow Jesus on a daily basis, don't miss an amazing sermon from Genesis 17:23 - 18:21 - What it Looks Like to Walk with God.Abraham instantly OBEYS GODDELAYED OBEDIENCE IS DISOBEDIENCE"How long, oh you sons of men, will you turn My glory to shame? How long
will you love worthlessness and seek falsehood? Selah. But know that the
Lord has set apart for Himself him who is godly, the Lord will hear when they
call to Him."Psalm 4:2-3 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/4/2-3/s_482002DELAYED OBEDIENCE IS DISOBEDIENCE
"Moses and Aaron came to Pharaoh and said to him, 'Thus says the Lord
God of the Hebrews: 'How long will you refuse to humble yourself before
Me?’'"Exodus 10:3 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/exo/10/3/s_60003DELAYED OBEDIENCE IS DISOBEDIENCEAbraham has POWERFUL INFLUENCEMake God your absolute authority and you will be WISE / INFLUENTIALGod wants Abraham to know THE HEART OF GODThe Man who walks with God PRAYERFULLY INTERCEDES for those lost in sinVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Sep 4, 2022Genesis 17:1-22 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3)
Genesis 17:1-22 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3)Genesis 17:1-22 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3) is about God as He affirms His everlasting covenant with Abraham after 13 years of silence. Abraham was 99 years old when God confirms that he will have a son named Isaac and all that God promised will come true. God even provides a unique sign of the covenant, which symbolizes death to the flesh and life in the coming Messiah! If you've ever felt like God has been silent in your life or that His promises seem far away, listen to today's message in Genesis 17:1-22 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 3), and be encouraged that, like Abraham, we all walk by faith and not by sight!The CONTENTS of the Abrahamic COVENANT 1) A PERMANENT HOMELAND (Israel) 2) A GREAT NATION / PEOPLE (Jews) 3) PERSONAL BLESSING AND GREATNESS (Abram / Jews) 4) DIVINE PROTECTION (Against Anti-Semitism) 5) DIVINE BLESSING UPON ALL NATIONS (Jesus) The Abrahamic Covenant is an UNCONDITIONAL COVENANT WALK BEFORE ME AND BE BLAMELESS God Reaffirms HIS COVENANT with Abraham
God Reaffirms the Pillars of His Covenant:1. God provides. Abram receives. 2. The Entire Land of Canaan (Israel) 3. An Everlasting Covenant CIRCUMCISION - an Outward Sign of the Covenant We all walk with God BY FAITH God is making Abram into SOMETHING SIGNIFICANTEvery good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. 18 Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures.James 1:17-18 NKJV, https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jas/1/17-18/s_1147017God wants you to KNOW HIM MOREVisit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 31, 2022Genesis 16 – When Faith Falters
Genesis 16 – When Faith FaltersIn Genesis 16 - When Faith Falters, Abram and Sarai allow their emotions to drive their decisions instead of God's Word. Their marriage and life suffer as a result. The compounding effects of sin can lead to significant dysfunction in marriage and relationships. It all began with a male spiritual leadership as Abram chose the easier path and capitulated on the truth of God's Word. Listen to Genesis 16 -When Faith Falters and experience how this message relates perfectly to the common problems we are facing as a culture today.Genesis 16 - When Faith FaltersABRAM & SARAI’S FAITH FALTERED THE COMPOUNDING EFFECTS OF SIN‘Jesus answered them, "Most assuredly, I say to you, whoever commits sin is a slave of sin.”’John 8:34 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/8/34/s_1005034
COMMON DYSFUNCTIONS IN MARRIAGE:- Emotional Decision Making
- The Blame Game
- Lack of Male Spiritual Leadership
“The husband is head of the wife, as also Christ is head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body. Therefore, just as the church is subject to Christ, so let the wives be to their own husbands in everything. Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ also loved the church and gave Himself for her.”Ephesians 5:23-25 (NKJV), https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/5/23-25/s_1102023Why Abram abdicated his role as spiritual leader to Sarai: 1) It Was the Easier Path2) It Appealed to His Fleshly Desires 3) He Compromised the Integrity of God’s WordA. W. Tozer said, “A whole new generation of Christians has come up believing that it is possible to ‘accept’ Christ without forsaking the world.” The Angel of the Lord God Knows You. God Cares About You. Visit us at https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 24, 2022Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2)
Genesis 15 – The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2)Genesis 15 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2) reveals the mercy and unconditional love of God for His people. Like Abraham, many of us battle with fears and worries about our current circumstances or our future. God reminds Abraham of the promises in His Word and Abraham responds by waiting on the Lord. Waiting on God is not easy when we are stressed and afraid, but in Genesis 15 - Abrahamic Covenant (Part 2), the Good News of Jesus provides comfort and assurance now and in the future, for ages to come! The Abrahamic Covenant - Part II, Genesis 15 Contents of the Abrahamic Covenant
- A Permanent Homeland (Israel)
- A Great Nation / People (Jews)
- Personal Blessing and Greatness (Abram / Jews)
- Divine Protection
- Divine Blessing Upon All Nations (Jesus)
BATTLING FEAR – GOD REMINDS ABRAM OF THE PROMISES IN HIS WORDNow to Abraham and his Seed were the promises made. He does not say, "And to seeds," as of many, but as of one, "And to your Seed," who is Christ. Galatians 3:16, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/3/16/s_1094016 Abram Believed in the LORD, and God Accounted it to Him for Righteousness. God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets, has in these last days spoken to us by His Son, whom He has appointed heir of all things, through whom also He made the worlds. Hebrews 1:1-2, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/1/1-2/s_1134001 SUZERAIN TREATY – COMMON AMONG KINGS. ABRAM WAITS ON THE LORD GOD PROPHESIED 400 YEARS OF JEWISH SLAVERY IN EGYPT - BEFORE ISRAEL WAS EVER A NATION. NOTICE THE MERCY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT GOD GOD’S COVENANT WITH ISRAEL IS 100% UNCONDITIONAL "O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the one who kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to her! How often I wanted to gather your children together, as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were not willing! See! Your house is left to you desolate; for I say to you, you shall see Me no more until you say, 'Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!'" Matthew 23:37-39, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/23/37-39/s_952037 “Did all this Really Happen?” I say then, have they (Israel) stumbled that they should fall (permanently)? Certainly not! But through their fall, to provoke them to jealousy, salvation has come to the Gentiles. Now if their fall is riches for the world, and their failure riches for the Gentiles, how much more their fullness!![Genesis 15 - The Abrahamic Covenant [Part 2]](https://www.themissionchurch.net/hp_wordpress/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Genesis-15-The-Abrahamic-Covenant-Part-2-mp3-image-300x300.jpg)
Romans 11:11-12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/11/11-12/s_1057011Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 17, 2022Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of Righteousness
Genesis 14:17-24 – Melchizedek – King of RighteousnessGenesis 14:17-24 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness shows us that this king who seems to come out of nowhere is really a precursor to Jesus. Abram has just rescued his nephew Lot along with all the possessions of Sodom and Gomorrah. The King of Sodom and Melchizedek the King of Salem want to meet with Abram and they both offer something to him. Genesis 14:17-24 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness reveals that Abram has finally found freedom in walking in God’s ways by how he responds to both kings. Genesis 14 - Melchizedek - King of Righteousness Abram Would Not Allow Anything From Sodom and Gomorrah to Come into His Life / Home Abram Sanctifies Himself to GodThe Apostle Paul wrote: “Don't you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living.” Romans 6:16, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/6/16/s_1052016
In the book of Psalms is says: “You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” Psalms 16:11, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/psa/16/11/s_494011Melchizedek: KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS KING OF PEACE KING OF JERUSALEM PRIEST OF GOD MOST HIGH Jewish Law Forbids a Man from Being King and PriestMoses wrote this passage: “It shall be, when he sits on the throne of his kingdom, that he shall write for himself a copy of this law in a book, from the one before the priests, the Levites. And it shall be with him, and he shall read it all the days of his life, that he may learn to fear the Lord his God and be careful to observe all the words of this law and these statutes, that his heart may not be lifted above his brethren, that he may not turn aside from the commandment to the right hand or to the left, and that he may prolong his days in his kingdom, he and his children in the midst of Israel.” Deuteronomy 17:18-20, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/17/18-20/s_170018‘The LORD (YHWH) said to my Lord (??), “Sit at My right hand, till I make Your enemies Your footstool.”’ Psalm 110:1, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/110/1/s_588001‘The LORD (YHWH) has sworn and will not relent, "You (??) are a priest forever, according to the order of Melchizedek.”’ Psalm 110:4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/110/4/s_588004In the book of Hebrews is says: “...the forerunner has entered (heaven) for us, even Jesus, having become High Priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. For this Melchizedek, king of Salem, priest of the Most High God, who met Abraham returning from the slaughter of the kings and blessed him, to whom also Abraham gave a tenth part of all, first being translated ‘king of righteousness,’ and then also king of Salem, meaning ‘king of peace,’ without father, without mother, without genealogy, having neither beginning of days nor end of life, but made like the Son of God, remains a priest continually.” Hebrews 6:20-7:3, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/6/20-7/s_1139020‘“Your father Abraham rejoiced to see My day, and he saw it and was glad.” Then the Jews said to Him, "You are not yet fifty years old, and have You seen Abraham?" Jesus said to them, "Most assuredly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I AM." Then they took up stones to throw at Him.’ John 8:56-59, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/8/56-59/s_1005056The Levitical Priesthood Was a Weak and Unprofitable Religious SystemIn the book of Hebrews is says: “a different Priest, like Melchizedek, has appeared. 16 Jesus became a Priest, not by meeting the physical requirement of belonging to the tribe of Levi, but by the power of a life that cannot be destroyed. 17 And the psalmist pointed this out when he prophesied, "You are a priest forever in the order of Melchizedek." 18 Yes, the old requirement about the priesthood was set aside because it was weak and useless. 19 For the law never made anything perfect. But now we have confidence in a better hope, through which we draw near to God. 20 This new system was established with a solemn oath. Aaron's descendants became priests without such an oath, 21 but there was an oath regarding Jesus. For God said to him, "The Lord has taken an oath and will not break his vow: 'You are a priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek.’” “ Hebrews 7:15-21, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/7/15-21/s_1140015Jesus is the Priest Who Can / Does Make Us PerfectJesus: KING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS KING OF PEACE KING OF JERUSALEM PRIEST OF GOD MOST HIGHVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jul 3, 2022Genesis 14 – The Astounding Grace of God
Genesis 14 – The Astounding Grace of GodGenesis 14 - The Astounding Grace of God shows us how Abraham reflects God's astounding love for a man who wronged him in the past. Abraham has experienced the grace based love of God, even when he didn't deserve it, and as his character grows he begins to look more and more like Jesus. If you are struggling to forgive those who have wronged you in your life, listen to Sunday's message to learn how to be humble instead of high minded. Genesis 14 is an encouraging word focused on the Astounding love of God and the endless riches of His grace.The Astounding Grace of GodAbram Risked Everything to Rescue The Man That Wronged HimOur Relationship with God is Not Performance BasedOur Relationship with God is Grace BasedYou have become estranged from Christ, you who attempt to be justified by law; you have fallen from grace.Galatians 5:4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/gal/5/4/s_1096004God Graciously Uses Abram To Save A GuyLiving In The Wickedness of SodomThere Is A Common Mindset In Heaven Amongst Ever Person ThereThere Is No One There That Thinks They Deserve To Be ThereAbram Would Not Let Anything From Sodom and GomorrahTo Come Into His Life / Home.
Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 26, 2022Genesis 13 – Finding Intimacy with God
Genesis 13 – Finding Intimacy with GodGenesis 13 - Finding Intimacy with God shows us that now Abram realizes the cause and the cost of losing his intimacy with God. Like Abraham, we can feel distanced in our relationship with Jesus because of our own sin or even the difficult circumstances we face within our own family. God has made a way for us to return to a place of genuine faith, gratitude and a hunger for God's Word. Listen to this week's message in Genesis 13 and learn how the Bible leads, guides and directs us back to a place of finding Intimacy with God and how to deal with family conflict.LOST INTIMACY WITH GOD? RETURN TO THE PLACE OF THE ALTARA Place of GENUINE FAITH IN JESUS A Place of GRATITUDE & WORSHIP A Place where we HUNGER TO KNOW GOD’S WORD
In the book of Acts is says: "Now repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. Then times of refreshment will come from the presence of the Lord, and He will send you Jesus, your appointed Messiah."Acts 3:19-20, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/act/3/19-20/s_1021019HOW TO DEAL WITH FAMILY CONFLICT1) TAKE THE INITIATIVE TO RESOLVE THE DISPUTE 2) BE WILLING TO GIVE AWAY WHAT YOU DESERVE 3) PUT FAMILY HEALTH ABOVE YOUR DESIRESIt was our weaknesses He carried; it was our (sin) sorrows that weighed Him down. And we thought His troubles were a punishment from God, a punishment for His own sins! But He was pierced for our rebellion, crushed for our sins. He was beaten so we could be whole. He was whipped so we could be healed. 6 All of us, like sheep, have strayed away. We have left God's paths to follow our own. Yet the Lord laid on Him(self) the sins of us all.Isaiah 53:4-6 NLT https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/isa/53/4-6/s_732004LOT - AN ARCHITYPE OF THE HALF-HEARTED BELIEVER1) PROFESSES FAITH IN GOD – BUT IS CONTROLLED BY HIS FLESH 2) HAS ONE FOOT IN THE KINGDOM / WORLD 3) LACKS GOOD FRUIT IN HIS LIFEThe Apostle Paul writes to the church in Corinth: "Each one will receive his own reward according to his own labor. For we are God's fellow workers; you are God's field, you are God's building. According to the grace of God which was given to me, as a wise master builder I have laid the foundation, and another builds on it. But let each one take heed how he builds on it. For no other foundation can anyone lay than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ. Now if anyone builds on this foundation with gold, silver, precious stones, wood, hay, straw, each one's work will become clear; for the Day will declare it, because it will be revealed by fire; and the fire will test each one's work, of what sort it is. If anyone's work which he has built on it endures, he will receive a reward. If anyone's work is burned, he will suffer loss; but he himself will be saved, yet so as through fire." 1 Corinthians 3:8-15,( NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1co/3/8-15/s_1065008IF WE HAVE NOT LEARNED TO DO - WHAT GOD HAS ALREADY SHOWN US – GOD WILL WAIT TO GIVE US OUR NEXT INSTRUCTIONBUT WHEN WE DO WHAT GOD HAS SHOWN US - GOD REVEALS MORE OF HIMSELF TO USJesus said: "To those who listen to My teaching, more understanding will be given, and they will have an abundance. But for those who are not listening, even what little understanding they have will be taken away from them."Matthew 13:12, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/13/12/s_942012Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 19, 2022Genesis 12 – Abram’s Lapse of Faith
Genesis 12 – Abram’s Lapse of FaithGenesis 12 - Abram's Lapse of Faith is a reminder that we all stumble in unbelief, but God's blessings come to us by His grace and not our merit. Everyone knows and experiences that life is hard! It's easy to blame God for suffering and hardship, but as a we grow in knowing God's person we see that He is building our character and trust in Him through trials and pain. It's temping to do what is right in our own eyes and according to our own ways, and like Abram God calls you to grow in faith. Pastor Dave's message in Genesis 12 - Abram's Lapse of Faith is an encouraging lesson teaching us that God loves you even when you fail.LIFE IS HARD - GOD’S WAYS ARE PECULIARThe Skeptic’s Say:If God is good, He would wish to end all suffering and hardship. If God is Almighty, He would be able to do what he wished. But suffering and hardship exist. Therefore, God lacks either goodness, or power, or both.The Anonymous POEMWhen God wants to drill a man, And thrill a man, And skill a man When God wants to mold a man To play the noblest part; When He yearns with all His heart To create so great and bold a man That all the world shall be amazed, Watch His methods, watch His ways! How He ruthlessly perfects Whom He royally elects! How He hammers him and hurts him, – Anonymous And with mighty blows converts him Into trial shapes of clay which Only God understands. While his tortured heart is crying And he lifts beseeching hands! How He bends but never breaks When his good He undertakes. How He uses whom He chooses, And which every purpose fuses him; By every act induces him To try His splendor out- God knows what He’s about.
UNDER TRIAL - ABRAM STUMBLED IN UNBELIEFIn the Book of Genesis Abram says: "But indeed, she is truly my sister. She is the daughter of my father, but not the daughter of my mother; and she became my wife." Genesis 20:12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/20/12/s_20012OUR FAITH GROWS BY KNOWING GOD’S PERSONThe consequences of Abram’s sin: Sarai given to Pharaoh’s HaremGod Plagues Pharaoh’s houseGod came to Abimelech in a dream by night, and said to him, "Indeed you are a dead man because of the woman whom you have taken, for she is a man's wife." But Abimelech had not come near her; and he said, "Lord, will You slay a righteous nation also? Did he not say to me, 'She is my sister'? And she, even she herself said, 'He is my brother.' In the integrity of my heart and innocence of my hands I have done this." And God said to him in a dream, "Yes, I know that you did this in the integrity of your heart. For I withheld you from sinning against Me; therefore, I did not let you touch her. Genesis 20:3-6, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gen/20/3-6/s_20003GOD’S BLESSINGS COME TO US BY GRACE – NOT BY OUR MERITVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 12, 2022Genesis 12 – Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1)
Genesis 12 – Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1)Genesis 12 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1) teaches us that God's covenant promises are always fulfilled. God calls Abram a sinful pagan man to follow Him not because Abram is better than others, but because God has a purpose for his life. This promised covenant from God means we can trust God has a purpose for our lives just like Abraham! Pastor Dave's message explains God's covenant with Abraham, how it relates to Israel and why God's covenant points us to Jesus today! Genesis 12 - The Abrahamic Covenant (Part 1) reveals that God's plans for your life are bigger than you can ever dream. The Apostle Paul wrote: "Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ. 4 He (God) chose us in Him (Jesus) before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in love." Ephesians 1:3-4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/1/3-4/s_1098003GOD CALLS A SINFUL, PAGAN MAN TO FOLLOW HIMGOD’S PROMISES ARE SO RICH – THEY STAGGER OUR IMAGINATION
In the book of Joshua it says "Thus says the Lord God of Israel: 'Your fathers, including Terah, the father of Abraham and the father of Nahor, dwelt on the other side of the river (Euphrates) in old times; and they served other gods." Joshua 24:2, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jos/24/2/s_211002In the book of Acts the disciple Stephen tells us: "The God of glory appeared to our father Abraham when he was in Mesopotamia, BEFORE HE DWELT IN HARAN, and said to him, 'Get out of your country and from your relatives, and come to a land that I will show you.' Then he (Abram) came out of the land of the Chaldeans and dwelt in Haran. And from there, when his father was dead, he moved him to this land in which you now dwell. " Acts 7:2-4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/act/7/2-4/s_1025002WHAT IS GOD’S PURPOSE FOR MAKING THE ABRAHAMIC COVENANT? 1) TO MAKE ISRAEL GOD’S OWN SPECIAL PEOPLE 2) TO REVEAL THE ONE TRUE GOD TO ALL NATIONS 3) TO BRING JESUS, THE SAVIOR OF MANKIND, INTO THE WORLD The CONTENTS of the Abrahamic COVENANT 1) A PERMANENT HOMELAND (Israel) 2) A GREAT NATION / PEOPLE (Jews) 3) PERSONAL BLESSING AND GREATNESS (Abram / Jews) 4) DIVINE PROTECTION (Against Anti-Semitism) 5) DIVINE BLESSING UPON ALL NATIONS (Jesus)And the Scripture, foreseeing that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, preached the gospel to Abraham beforehand, saying, "In you all the nations shall be blessed." So then those who are of faith are blessed with believing Abraham.Galatians 3:8-9, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/gal/3/8-9/s_1094008GOD’S PLANS FOR YOUR LIFE ARE BIGGER THAN YOU COULD DREAMVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jun 5, 2022Genesis 11 – The Tower of Babel
Genesis 11 – The Tower of BabelGenesis 11 - The Tower of Babel reveals that the sinful nature of man was not removed after the flood. We know that the ancient Babylonians were not a barbaric society, in fact they were quite advanced in many areas of science and agriculture and they were able to advance quite rapidly because the world had only one language. Genesis 11 - The Tower of Babel is man's first attempt at a one world government. It is also the beginning of the false religions. It was sinful, corrupt and it's leader "Nimrod" rebelled against God.What was the purpose of the Tower of Babel?Nimrod – King of Babel – Genesis 10Ancient Jewish Targum says: “He (Nimrod) was powerful in hunting and in wickedness before the Lord, for he was a hunter of the sons of men, and he said to them, “Depart from the judgment of the Lord, and adhere to the judgment of Nimrod!” Therefore it is said: “As Nimrod the strong one, strong in hunting, and in wickedness before the Lord."TOWER OF BABEL - LET US MAKE A NAME FOR OURSELVES
GOD SCATTERED THE NATIONS TO PROTECT HUMANITYTHERE IS ONLY ONE RACEHe has made from one blood every nation of men to dwell on all the face of the earth, and has determined their pre-appointed times and the boundaries of their dwellings. Acts 17:26, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/act/17/26/s_1035026THE LIFE OF FAITH – TRUMPS - THE SELF-DIRECTED LIFEVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 29, 2022Genesis 9-10 – New Beginnings
Genesis 9-10 – New BeginningsGenesis 9-10 - New Beginnings, emphasizes the new beginnings for Noah and his family as God establishes His covenant of loving-kindness with all the earth. God gives mankind the responsibility to rule and reign with justice in order to protect the sanctity of life. When we honor the Lord our relationship with our parents, coworkers and community it enables us to produces good fruit instead of the violence and dissension we see in both Noah's day and today. Listen to Pastor JC Cooper's timely message in Genesis 9-10 and join us in praying for new beginnings rooted in God's promises!GOD ESTABLISHES GOVERNMENT to Protect the Sanctity of LifeMoses wrote: “for the life of the body is in its blood. I have given you the blood on the altar to purify you, making you right with the LORD. It is the blood, given in exchange for a life, that makes purification possible. 12 That is why I have said to the people of Israel, ‘You must never eat or drink blood—neither you nor the foreigners living among you.” Leviticus 17:11-12, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/lev/17/11-12/s_107011The Apostle Paul wrote: “In fact, according to the law of Moses, nearly everything was purified with blood. For without the shedding of blood, there is no forgiveness.” Hebrews 9:22, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/heb/9/22/s_1142022
GOD’S COVENANT Displays His Long-suffering & Loving-kindnessThe Prophet Jonah records his prayer to the Lord: “So he prayed to the Lord, and said, “Ah, Lord, was not this what I said when I was still in my country? Therefore I fled previously to Tarshish; for I know that You are a gracious and merciful God, slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness, One who relents from doing harm.” Jonah 4:2 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jon/4/2/s_893002The Apostle Peter tells us: “The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.” 2 Peter 3:9 (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/3/9/s_1159009Beware of Counterfeit ‘Holy Spirits’Honor Your Father & Mother A Promise of Abundant LifeThe Apostle Paul writes instructions to the church of Ephesus: “Children, obey your parents because you belong to the Lord, for this is the right thing to do. 2 “Honor your father and mother.” This is the first commandment with a promise: 3 If you honor your father and mother, “things will go well for you, and you will have a long life on the earth.” Ephesians 6:1-3, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/eph/6/1-3/s_1103001GOD KEEPS HIS COVENANT Live in His GraceVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 15, 2022Genesis 8 – Rest For The Soul
Genesis 8 – Rest For The SoulGenesis 8 - Rest For The Soul shows that God's Word reveals how we find Rest for Our Soul in a weary and wicked world constantly bombarding us with trials and temptations. Noah was on the ark for over a year; what a tiresome journey! Do you ever feel like your season of struggle, pain or discouragement will never end? Wait on the Lord by knowing God's promises, praying God's promises and find rest by trusting God's promises. God's promises make us thankful for all He has done and doing in our lives, even in the midst of difficult circumstances, and it is gratitude to God that sets our heart at rest. Genesis 8 - Rest For The Soul is an encouraging teaching where will find the secret to true rest as you learn to worship and wait on the Lord!GOD ALWAYS KEEPS HIS PROMISESMoses writes as God speaks: “I have heard the groaning of the children of Israel whom the Egyptians keep in bondage, and I have remembered My covenant” Exodus 6:5, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/exo/6/5/s_56005WE HAVE REST BY TRUSTING GOD’S PROMISESThe Prophet Isaiah wrote: "You will keep in perfect peace, him whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You. Trust in the Lord forever, for in Yah, the Lord, is everlasting strength." Isaiah 26:3-4, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/26/3-4/s_705003
The Ark is a Portrait of JesusTHE ARK RESTED THE SAME DAY JESUS RESURRECTED NOAH WAITS ON THE LORD GRATITUDE TO GOD SETS OUR HEART AT REST NOAH WAITS FOR GOD’S WORD REST COMES FROM KNOWING YOU ARE A SINNER SAVED BY GOD’SABUNDANT GRACEVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 8, 2022Genesis 7:17-24 – The Flood of Noah (Part 2)
Genesis 7:17-24 – The Flood of Noah (Part 2)Genesis 7:17-24 -The Flood of Noah (Part 2), provides a clear historical account of a literal and global flood, which covered the entire earth! Could the flood really have covered the tallest mountains including Mount Everest? Isn't the flood just a mythological or allegorical story? The veracity of Noah's flood is found in fossilized evidence all over the world, which includes Mount Everest! Nearly every tradition from people groups on every continent, even dating back 4,000 years, points to a global and literal flood. The Flood of Noah was sent to judge the sin of mankind, but the Ark was provided to point us to Jesus. God's fervent desire is to save us from our sins both in Noah's time and also for us today. Genesis 7:17-24 -The Flood of Noah (Part 2) is a mind blowing message from the book of Genesis. May your heart be encouraged and faith strengthened in knowing God's Word is true! It GRIEVES God’s HEART TO JUDGE MANKIND Genesis 6:6 GOD’S FERVENT DESIRE IS TO SAVE US FROM OUR SINSThe prophet Ezekiel says: “Repent, and turn from all your transgressions, so that iniquity will not be your ruin. Cast away from you all the transgressions which you have committed, and get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit. For why should you die, O house of Israel? For I have no pleasure in the death of one who dies," says the Lord God. "Therefore, turn and live!” Ezekiel 18:30-32, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/18/30-32/s_820030
DID FLOOD REALLY HAPPEN? WAS IT LITERAL OR MYTHOLOGICAL?A LITERAL FLOOD: bringing divine judgment upon human sinWAS THE FLOOD LOCAL OR GLOBAL? - EVIDENCE OF GLOBAL FLOODFLOOD STORIES from around the worldEVIDENCE OF GLOBAL FLOODChinese LanguageEVIDENCE OF GLOBAL FLOOD Fossil records reveal a Global Flood• HIMALAYA MOUNTAINS• Sea Fossils from the HIMALAYASThe Psalmist wrote: “You clothed the earth with floods of water, water that covered even the mountains. At your command, the water fled; at the sound of your thunder, it hurried away. Mountains rose and valleys sank to the levels you decreed. Then you set a firm boundary for the seas, so they would never again cover the earth.” Psalm 104:6-9. (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/psa/104/6-9/s_582006A Picture of the Globe of the Earth – Reveals a Pangea OccurredVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - May 1, 2022Genesis 6-8 – The Flood of Noah (Part 1)
Genesis 6-8 – The Flood of Noah (Part 1)Genesis 6-8 - The Flood of Noah (Part 1), God proves through a global flood that He does bring judgment and punishes people for their sin. Does it ever seem like wicked people and evil continues to prosper unpunished in our world? Don't be fooled! God is patient and desires for mankind to repent of their evil ways, but He is not slow to fulfill His promises. Just like in the days of Noah it is important for us to understand we must be watchful for the return of Jesus before He shuts the door to salvation just as He shut the door to the Ark. Listen to a powerful message on the veracity of the global flood that took the world by surprise. Genesis 6-8 - The Flood of Noah (Part 1) is not some mythological or allegorical story; it is the foreshadowing of the day of reckoning for all mankind. The Flood of Noah - Genesis 6 THE FLOOD PROVES GOD DOES PUNISH PEOPLE FOR THEIR SINThe Apostle Peter wrote: “Knowing this first, that scoffers will come in the last days, walking according to their own lusts, and saying, "Where is the promise of His coming? For since the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of creation." For this they willfully forget: that by the word of God the heavens were of old, and the earth standing out of water and in the water, (and by the word of God) the world that then existed perished, being flooded with water. The heavens and the earth, which are now preserved by the same word (of God), are reserved for fire until the day of judgment and perdition of ungodly men. But, beloved, do not forget this one thing, that with the Lord one day is as a thousand years, and a thousand years as one day. The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night, in which the heavens will pass away with a great noise, and the elements will melt with fervent heat; both the earth and the works that are in it will be burned up. Therefore, since all these things will be dissolved, what manner of persons ought you to be in holy conduct and godliness, looking for and hastening the coming of the day of God, because of which the heavens will be dissolved, being on fire, and the elements will melt with fervent heat?” 2 Peter 3:3-12, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2pe/3/3-12/s_1159003
Dr. Henry M Morris said: “The ark could’ve carried as many as 125,000 sheep-sized animals. Since there are not more than about 25,000 species of land animals known (that is mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians), either living or extinct, and since the average size of such animals is certainly much less than that of a sheep, it is obvious that all the animals could easily have been stored in less than half the capacity of Noah’s ark, each pair inappropriate rooms.”Noah proclaimed God’s truth in a hostile culture By faith Noah, being divinely warned of things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith. Hebrews 11:7, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/7/s_1144007 Genesis 7Is the Biblical Flood Literal or Mythological?Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Apr 24, 2022Genesis 5-6 – The Days of Noah
Genesis 5-6 – The Days of Noah
Genesis 5 - 6 - The Days of Noah, provides valuable insight into why our world is filled with so much corruption and violence at every level of humanity. Have you ever been hurt, offended or cheated and wondered why is the world evil? How could perfect creation digress into such chaos and perversion? God's Word teaches that mankind has a sin nature, which means no amount of human effort, showing up to church or doing good deeds can possibly reform our flesh. The Bible also reveals that since the beginning Satan has been trying to destroy the lineage of the Messiah by corrupting the human race. Genesis 5 - 6 - The Days of Noah is an eye-opening message that unpacks exactly when God's flood of judgment happened. It shows us just how corrupt the earth was when the flood came and how similar the corruption level is in the time we now live just like The days of Noah.
Earth is already filled with VIOLENCE
Why is the world EVIL?
Man has a sin nature
Our only hope is to be Born Again in Jesus
In the book of Jude is says: “And the angels who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own
abode, He has reserved in everlasting chains under darkness for the
judgment of the great day; (even) as Sodom and Gomorrah, and the cities
around them in a similar manner to these, having given themselves over to
sexual immorality and gone after strange flesh, are set forth as an example,
suffering the vengeance of eternal fire.”
Jude 1:6-7, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jde/1/6-7/s_1167006As it was in the days of Noah, so also will it be when Jesus returns. Matthew 24:37
The Apostle Paul wrote: “Come out from among them and be separate, says the Lord. Do not touch
what is unclean, and I will receive you. I will be a Father to you, and you
shall be My sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty.”
2 Corinthians 6:17-18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2co/6/17-18/s_1084017Let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us,
and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto
Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before
Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right
hand of the throne of God.
Hebrews 12:1-2, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/12/1-2/s_1145001Even in judgment, God’s saving grace is also at work – Genesis 5
By faith Enoch was taken away so that he did not see death, "and was not
found, because God had taken him"; for before he was taken, he had this
testimony, that he pleased God.
Hebrews 11:5, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/11/5/s_1144005Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Apr 3, 2022Genesis 4:1-25 – The Right Way to Come to God
Genesis 4:1-25 – The Right Way to Come to GodGenesis 4:1-25 - The Right Way to Come to God, presents Adam and Eve's first child Cain, which reveals the truth that we cannot worship God any way we choose. Why do you go to church? Why do you volunteer time for community service? Is it to make yourself look good or is it your response to God's love for you? Cain's offering was rejected not because he brought the wrong stuff, but because he gave an offering to promote himself instead of worshiping God. Anger takes root in Cain's heart and leads to his brother's murder. Can your anger really lead to such a terrible crime? Sin separates us from God and we deceive ourselves when we think we have no sin. However, there is good news! God is not hard to please and He offers divine forgiveness for our sin. Genesis 4:1-25 - The Right Way to Come to God is found with a repentant heart, which results in God accepting you.THE RIGHT WAY TO COME TO GODWhy Did God REJECT CAIN’S WORSHIP?CAIN APPROACHED GOD BY SELF-MERIT
The Apostle Paul wrote: “As it is written: There is none righteous, no, not one. There is none who understands. There is none who seeks after God. They have all turned aside; they have together become unprofitable; there is none who does good, no, not one. Their throat is an open tomb, with their tongues they have practiced deceit, the poison of asps is under their lips. Their mouth is full of cursing and bitterness. 15 Their feet are swift to shed blood. Destruction and misery are in their ways, 17 and the way of peace they have not known. There is no fear of God before their eyes.” Romans 3:10-18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/10-18/s_1049010In the Book of Luke is says: He (Jesus) spoke this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and despised others: "Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, 'God, I thank You that I am not like other men: extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this tax collector. I fast twice a week; I give tithes of all that I possess.' And the tax collector, standing afar off, would not so much as raise his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast, saying, 'God, be merciful to me a sinner!' I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted."Luke 18:9-14, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/18/9-14/s_991009CAIN APPROACHED GOD WITH NO PROVISION FOR HIS SINWE CANNOT COME TO GOD ANY WAY WE CHOOSEGOD IS NOT HARD TO PLEASE, sinners can come to Him and receive divine forgivenessThe Prophet Isaiah wrote: "Come now, and let us reason together," says the Lord, "Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow. Though they are red like crimson, they shall be as wool.”Isaiah 1:18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/1/18/s_680018Moses wrote: “For this commandment which I command you today is not too mysterious for you, nor is it far off. It is not in heaven, that you should say, 'Who will ascend into heaven for us and bring it to us, that we may hear it and do it?' Nor is it beyond the sea, that you should say, 'Who will go over the sea for us and bring it to us, that we may hear it and do it?' But the word is very near you, in your mouth and in your heart, that you may do it.” Deuteronomy 30:11-14, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/deu/30/11-14/s_183011If you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart one believes unto righteousness, and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. For the Scripture says, "Whoever believes on Him will not be put to shame." Romans 10:9-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/10/9-11/s_1056009(We do not come to an unapproachable God. We come) to Jesus the Mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling that speaks better things than that of Abel. Hebrews 12:24. (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/12/24/s_1145024Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net4/3/2022 - 10:30 Service Pastor David Menard - Mar 27, 2022Genesis 3:16-19 – The Fall of Man (Part 3)
Genesis 3:16-19 – The Fall of Man (Part 3)Genesis 3:16-19 - The Fall of Man (Part 3) is where Adam and Eve learn the effects of their sin and how it carries into the most intimate areas of our lives and relationships. Why is there so much pain and difficulty in our relationships, work and day to day life? Like a garden in our own backyard, weeds grow on their own in our hearts and minds. Anger, lust and pride is natural growth due to our inherited sinful nature, which means weed pulling is a necessary part of our daily lives. Learn four practical ways to combat the weeds in your heart in order to properly manage the blessings God provides. You won't want to miss this message from Pastor David Menard as he encourages us in the hope of God's amazing story of redemption. Genesis 3:16-19 - The Fall of Man (Part 3) gives us understanding of how to apply spiritual round-up to root out the weeds that try to choke the good God has prepared for us.God reveals His redemptive plan to deal with Man’s sinful rebellionTHE EFFECTS OF SIN UPON CHILDBEARINGAs parents we must protect our kids from: INTERNAL SIN / EXTERNAL SINTHE EFFECTS OF SIN UPON MARRIAGE
CURSED IS THE GROUND FOR YOUR SAKEWeeds grow of themselves – good crops must be cultivated - A symbol of our sin nature Look, this was the iniquity of your sister Sodom: She and her daughter had pride, fullness of food, and abundance of idleness; neither did she strengthen the hand of the poor and needy. Ezekiel 16:49, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/16/49/s_818049GOD CANNOT BLESS US UNTIL OUR CHARACTER CAN PROPERLY MANAGE THE BLESSINGYou have commanded us to keep Your precepts diligently. Oh, that my ways were directed to keep Your statutes! Then I would not be ashamed, when I look into all Your commandments. I will praise You with uprightness of heart, when I learn Your righteous judgments. I will keep Your statutes; Oh, do not forsake me utterly! How can a young man cleanse his way? By taking heed according to Your word. With my whole heart I have sought You; Oh, let me not wander from Your commandments! Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You. Psalm 119:4-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/119/4-11/s_597004For what I am doing, I do not understand. For what I will to do, that I do not practice; but what I hate, that I do. If, then, I do what I will not to do, I agree with the law that it is good. But now, it is no longer I who do it, but sin that dwells in me. For I know that in me, that is, in my flesh, nothing good dwells; for to will is present with me, but how to perform what is good I do not find. For the good that I will to do, I do not do; but the evil I will not to do, that I practice. Romans 7:15-19. (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/7/15-19/s_1053015REGULAR WEED PULLING IS A NECESSARY PART OF EVERY PERSON’S LIFELET’S NOT BE SO JUDGMENTAL / OFFENDED BY OTHER PEOPLE’S WEEDSLET’S NOT LEGALIZE WEEDSJESUS’ BLOOD COVERS ALL OF OUR WEEDS (SINS)Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net3/27/2022 - 10:30 Service - Mar 20, 2022Genesis 3:14-24 – The Fall of Man (Part 2)
Genesis 3:14-24 – The Fall of Man (Part 2)Genesis 3:14-24 -The Fall of Man (Part 2) picks up right In the middle of the horrific mess of Adam’s sinful rebellion against God. Then the sovereign God steps in to unveil the profound depths of His plan of salvation. At “The Fall of Man”, Adam blames Eve, and even God Himself, for his sin. Why do we often blame others in an attempt to justify the wrong things we do? This passage is the protevangelium, the first gospel, reveled all the way back in the Garden of Eden. And through it, we see God preparing our redemption, even as we are sunk deep in sinful rebellion to God. We can trust, that even in adversity and chaos, God’s sovereignty is at work to bring grace and mercy through the Lord Jesus Christ Genesis 3:14-24 -The Fall of Man (Part 2), in the Garden of Eden, reveals God's pursuing heart to save sinners, and our assurance that He will destroy the enemy that tries to ruin us.The Broken Heart of GodThe Apostle Paul quotes the Psalms and writes: “As it is written: "There is none righteous, no, not one; 11 There is none who understands; There is none who seeks after God.”Romans 3:10-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/3/10-11/s_1049010God reveals His redemptive plan to deal with Man’s sinful rebellionThe Apostle John wrote “He laid hold of the dragon, that serpent of old, who is the Devil and Satan, and bound him for a thousand years.”Revelation 20:2, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/20/2/s_1187002The Prophet Isaiah wrote: "How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground, you who weakened the nations! For you have said in your heart: 'I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God; I will also sit on the mount of the congregation On the farthest sides of the north; I will ascend above the heights of the clouds, I will be like the Most High.' Yet you shall be brought down to Sheol, To the lowest depths of the Pit. "Those who see you will gaze at you, and consider you, saying: 'Is this the man who made the earth tremble, who shook kingdoms, Who made the world as a wilderness and destroyed its cities, who did not open the house of his prisoners?' Isaiah 14:12-17, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/14/12-17/s_693012
The Lord Himself will give you a sign: Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a Son, and shall call His name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/7/14/s_686014PROTEVANGELIUM- The First GospelThe Apostle Paul states in the last chapter of the book of Romans that: “The God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Amen.”Romans 16:20, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/16/20/s_1062020The Apostle John in his last book wrote: “The devil, who deceived them, was cast into the lake of fire and brimstone where the beast and the false prophet are. And they will be tormented day and night forever and ever.” Revelation 20:10, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/20/10/s_1187010THE EFFECTS OF SIN UPON CHILDBEARINGVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Mar 13, 2022Genesis 3:1-13 – The Fall of Man (Part 1)
Genesis 3:1-13 – The Fall of Man (Part 1)Genesis 3:1-13 - The Fall of Man (Part 1) demonstrates that sin often looks desirable, perhaps even beneficial to our personal happiness and well-being. But nothing could be further from the truth. At The Fall of Man did Adam and Eve gain any benefit, knowledge, or special insight? Did they gain anything at all? No matter what benefit temptation promises, disobedience to God’s Word never adds to our life, it only takes away. Adam and Eve gained nothing but pain and suffering by partaking of the tree. The fall of man, in the Garden of Eden, clearly reveals that the consequences of sin are painful and horrific. Genesis 3:1-13 - The Fall of Man (Part 1) also reveals to us what it means to be spiritually dead and all that God is doing to restore us to abundant life in Jesus Christ.One Command: DO NOT DECIDE WHAT IS GOOD AND EVILGod created Adam with the capacity to COMPREHEND God’s love.The tree of The Knowledge of Good and Evil gave Adam the ability to RESPOND to God’s love.Were Adam and Eve Real People?
The Apostle Paul wrote: “Just as death came into the world through one man, now the resurrection from the dead has begun through another man. Just as everyone dies because we all belong to Adam, everyone who belongs to Christ will be given new life." 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/1co/15/21-22/s_1077021For if by the one man's offense many died, (how) much more the grace of God, and the gift (of eternal life) by the grace of the one Man, Jesus Christ, will abound to many. Romans 5:15, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rom/5/15/s_1051015Do you not know that we shall judge angels? How much more, things that pertain to this life? 1 Corinthians 6:3, (NKJV) Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those who will inherit salvation?Hebrews 1:14, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/heb/1/14/s_1134014Genesis reveals: SATAN HATES HUMANS AND DEVISES PLANS TO HARM THEMThe Apostle John quotes Jesus saying: “NOW is the judgment of this world. Now the ruler of this world WILL BE cast out. And I, if I am lifted up from the earth, I will draw all peoples to Myself." This He said, signifying by what death He would die. John 12:31, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/12/31/s_1009031THE CONSEQUENCES OF SIN ARE HORRIFICGOD IS A GOOD FATHER. HE SEEKS OUT HIS LOST SON’S & DAUGHTERSThe DEPRAVITY of manWhen Adam sinned, sin entered the world. Adam's sin brought death, so death spread to everyone, for everyone sinned. Romans 5:12, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/rom/5/12/s_1051012As it is written: "None is righteous, no, not one; no one understands; no one seeks for God. All have turned aside; together they have become worthless; no one does good, not even one. Their throat is an open grave; they use their tongues to deceive. The venom of asps is under their lips. Their mouth is full of curses and bitterness. Their feet are swift to shed blood; in their paths are ruin and misery, and the way of peace they have not known. There is no fear of God before their eyes." Romans 3:10-18, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/rom/3/10-18/s_1049010Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Mar 6, 2022Genesis 2:8-17 – God’s Garden of Eden
Genesis 2:8-17 – God’s Garden of EdenGenesis 2:8-17 - God's Garden of Eden reveals the very desires God had when He chose to create man. There is something sacred and tranquil about spending time a beautiful garden. It turns out we were created for this very thing. Unexpectedly, Eden reveals much about our deep-seated human needs. Tranquility and glory are words not often found in the same sentence. And yet humans long for both. The Garden of Eden reveals why. Genesis 2:8-17 - God's Garden of Eden is an insightful message that will help you better understand God, and yourself.GOD HIMSELF PLANTED A GARDEN FOR MAN God desires fellowship with man In the book of Psalms it says: “O Lord my God, you are very great! You are clothed with splendor and majesty, covering yourself with light as with a garment, stretching out the heavens like a tent.” Psalm 104:1-2, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/psa/104/1-2/s_582001 The Prophet Ezekiel it has (God speaking to Lucifer) "You were the seal of perfection, Full of wisdom and perfect in beauty. You were in Eden, the garden of God. Every precious stone was your covering: the sardius, topaz, and diamond, beryl, onyx, and jasper, sapphire, turquoise, and emerald with gold. The workmanship of your timbrels and pipes was prepared for you on the day you were created. "You were the anointed cherub who covers. I established you. You were on the holy mountain of God. You walked back and forth in the midst of fiery stones. You were perfect in your ways from the day you were created, Till iniquity was found in you.” Ezekiel 28:12-15, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eze/28/12-15/s_830012 YOU ARE A VESSEL CREATED TO REFLECT GOD AND DISPLAY HIS GLORY The Prophet Isaiah penned these words: “ Ho! Everyone who thirsts, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat. Yes, come, buy wine and milk without money and without price. 2 Why do you spend your money for what is not bread, and your wages for what does not satisfy? Listen carefully to Me, and eat what is good, and let your soul delight itself in abundance. 3 Incline your ear, and come to Me. Hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you – the sure mercies of David.” Isaiah 55:1-3, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/55/1-3/s_734001 God gives man divine purpose in God’s Kingdom: TEND & KEEP THE GARDEN The Apostle Paul wrote this: “And we urge you, brothers, admonish the idle, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with them all.” 1 Thessalonians 5:14, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/1th/5/14/s_1116014 “For even when we were with you, we would give you this command: If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat. For we hear that some among you walk in idleness, not busy at work, but busybodies. Now such persons we command and encourage in the Lord Jesus Christ to do their work quietly and to earn their own living.” 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/2th/3/10-12/s_1119010
The Trees of the Garden 1) Pleasant to the sight 2) Good for Food 3) Tree of Life 4) The Knowledge of Good and EvilThe Apostle John quotes Jesus saying: “I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly.” John 10:10, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/10/10/s_1007010 God created Adam with the capacity to COMPREHEND God’s love. The tree of The Knowledge of Good and Evil gave Adam the ability to RESPOND to God’s love. OUR FREE CHOICE TO RESPOND/ REJECT GOD’S LOVE CAME AT A HIGH COST TO GOD One Command: DO NOT DECIDE WHAT IS GOOD AND EVIL The Prophet Isaiah wrote this inspiration from God: “Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil; Who put darkness for light, and light for darkness; Who put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes, and prudent in their own sight!” Isaiah 5:20-21, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/5/20-21/s_684020 Jesus answered and said to him, "If anyone loves Me, he will keep My word; and My Father will love him, and We will come to him and make Our home with him. 24 He who does not love Me does not keep My words; and the word which you hear is not Mine but the Father's who sent Me. John 14:23-24, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/14/23-24/s_1011023 Visit Us At: http://www.themissionchurch.net Pastor David Menard 3-6-2022 10:30 Service - Feb 27, 2022Genesis 2:18-25 – God Creates Marriage
Genesis 2:18-25 – God Creates MarriageGenesis 2:18-25 - God Creates Marriage shows us how to build a beautiful and lasting marriage. Since the beginning of time, God created and instituted marriage, therefore it remains immutable today. Marriage is complex. Understanding and obeying God’s plan for marriage brings incredible joy to our lives. God is an amazing teacher. Here, in the first marriage with Adam & Eve, God wove profound teachings for both life and marriage into this story. Genesis 2:18-25 - God Creates Marriage will allow you to discover the amazing wisdom that God has tucked into the fabric of this story.God prepares Adam for MarriageGOD ORCHESTRATES OUR DAILY LIFE TO IMPART HIS DIVINE WISDOM TO USThe Apostle Matthew quotes Jesus saying: “ In them the prophecy of Isaiah is fulfilled, which says: 'Hearing you will hear and shall not understand; And seeing you will see and not perceive; 15 For the hearts of this people have grown dull. Their ears are hard of hearing, and their eyes they have closed, lest they should see with their eyes and hear with their ears, lest they should understand with their hearts and turn, so that I should heal them.' 16 But blessed are your eyes for they see, and your ears for they hear.” Matthew 13:14-16, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/13/14-16/s_942014 GOD CREATED, DESIGNED, DEFINED MARRIAGE. It is not subject to change God’s message to husbands: TO BUILD A BEAUTIFUL WIFE - LAYDOWN YOUR LIFE
Husbands ought to love their wives as their own bodies, he who loves his wife loves himself. Ephesians 5:28, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/eph/5/28/s_1102028God’s message to husbands & wives: You are ONE FLESH in marriageNAKED & UNASHAMED The Apostle John wrote: “There is no fear in love; but perfect love casts out fear, because fear involves torment. But he who fears has not been made perfect in love.” 1 John 4:18, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1jo/4/18/s_1163018 Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness in the day of judgment; because as He is, so are we in this world. 1 John 4:17, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1jo/4/17/s_1163017 Genesis reveals JESUS’ DEATH AND RESURRECTION were planned from the beginning of time Ephesians 5Instruction for Wives: Respect, Honor, Follow and Believe in your husband Husbands give your wife: Pursuing love, Selfless love, Priority Love, Edifying LoveVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.netPastor David Menard - 2-27-2022 - 8:30 Service - Feb 20, 2022Genesis 2 – God Creates Man (Part 2)
Genesis 2 – God Creates Man (Part 2)Genesis 2 - God Creates Man (Part 2) is a sermon that reveals some specific details about the sixth day of creation that were not included in Genesis chapter 1. God creates man - Genesis 2. What is the value of human life? How can we find our personal worth? Are we as humans just evolved animals destined to gratify our carnal lusts to ensure the survival of the species? Or do we have greater significance? This sermon deals with these difficult questions head on. God has given humans the responsibility to have dominion over the world we live in. This profound responsibility significantly impacts our moral choices and our daily lives. Genesis 2 - God Creates Man (Part 2) is an insightful and challenging message that will give you a better understanding of your personal worth and personal responsibility.Man is the culmination of God's creation
Our real substance is not found in our body, but in our soulOur worth is found when our soul and spirit is in fellowship with GodOur purpose for existing is to have a relationship with our creatorHere we see God's heart as a loving FatherGod gives us divine purpose in His KingdomIn the Book of Luke it is written about Jesus saying: "He also said to His disciples: "There was a certain rich man who had a steward, and an accusation was brought to him that this man was wasting his goods. So he called him and said to him, 'What is this I hear about you? Give an account of your stewardship, for you can no longer be steward.'"Luke 16:1-2, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/luk/16/1-2/s_989001The Apostle Paul wrote: "For who makes you differ from another? And what do you have that you did not receive? Now if you did indeed receive it, why do you boast as if you had not received it? "1 Corinthians 4:7, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1co/4/7/s_1066007In the Gospel of Mark Jesus says: "If your hand causes you to sin, cut it off. It is better for you to enter into life maimed, rather than having two hands, to go to hell, into the fire that shall never be quenched— where 'THEIR WORM DOES NOT DIE AND THE FIRE IS NOT QUENCHED.' "Mark 9:43-44, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mar/9/43-44/s_966043The Apostle Matthew quoting Jesus wrote: "And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. But rather fear Him who is able to destroy both soul and body in hell."Matthew 10:28, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/mat/10/28/s_939028For the time has come for judgment to begin at the house of God; and if it begins with us first, what will be the end of those who do not obey the gospel of God?1 Peter 4:17, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/1pe/4/17/s_1155017Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 6, 2022Genesis 1:26-2:3 – God Creates Man (Part 1B)
Genesis 1:26-2:3 – God Creates Man (Part 1B)Genesis 1:26 - 2:3 - God Creates Man (Part 1B) answers some of life’s biggest questions for what our purpose is in being here on earth. Why was I created? God created you in His image to be in relationship with Him. You are not an accident and your life is of great value because you were made for God! God created us in His image as male and female. In a world full of gender confusion and role dismissal, listen and learn why our biological design reflects the wonder of God's character and purpose for our lives as man and woman. Genesis 1:26-2:3 - God Creates Man (Part 1B) equips us to walk in truth knowing God created Man.God Creates Man
The Apostle John worte of Jesus saying: "All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made."
John 1:3, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/1/3/s_998003He was in the world, and the world was made through Him, and the world did not know Him.
He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him.
John 1:10-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/1/10-11/s_998010
YOU ARE CREATED IN THE IMAGE OF GODYOU WERE CREATED BY GOD AND FOR GOD!The prophet Isaiah wrote: "How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground, You who weakened the nations! For you have said in your heart: 'I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God; I will also sit on the mount of the congregation On the farthest sides of the north; I will ascend above the heights of the clouds, I will be like the Most High.' Yet you shall be brought down to Sheol, To the lowest depths of the Pit. "Those who see you will gaze at you, And consider you, saying: 'Is this the man who made the earth tremble, Who shook kingdoms, Who made the world as a wilderness And destroyed its cities, Who did not open the house of his prisoners?'
Isaiah 14:12-17, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/14/12-17/s_693012MALE & FEMALE created in the image of GodGOD GAVE MAN & WOMAN DOMINIONThe Book of Psalms says: "The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple; The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; The commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes; The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring forever; The judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.
More to be desired are they than gold, Yea, than much fine gold; Sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.
Moreover by them Your servant is warned, And in keeping them there is great reward.
Psalm 19:7-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/19/7-11/s_497007OBEDIENCE TO GOD'S WORD GIVES US DOMINION IN LIFEIF WE IGNORE GOD'S WORD, WE LOSE OUR DOMINIONDOMINION is the FRUIT of a close relationship with GodThe Importance of a SABBATH RESTVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Feb 6, 2022Genesis 1:26-2:3 – God Creates Man (Part 1A)
Genesis 1:26-2:3 – God Creates Man (Part 1A)Genesis 1:26 - 2:3 - God Creates Man (Part 1A) answers some of life’s biggest questions for what our purpose is in being here on earth. Why was I created? God created you in His image to be in relationship with Him. You are not an accident and your life is of great value because you were made for God! God created us in His image as male and female. In a world full of gender confusion and role dismissal, listen and learn why our biological design reflects the wonder of God's character and purpose for our lives as man and woman. Genesis Genesis 1:26 - 2:3 - God Creates Man (Part 1 A) equips us to walk in truth knowing God created Man.God Creates Man
The Apostle John worte of Jesus saying: "All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made."
John 1:3, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/1/3/s_998003He was in the world, and the world was made through Him, and the world did not know Him.
He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him.
John 1:10-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/jhn/1/10-11/s_998010YOU ARE CREATED IN THE IMAGE OF GODYOU WERE CREATED BY GOD AND FOR GOD!The prophet Isaiah wrote: "How you are fallen from heaven, O Lucifer, son of the morning! How you are cut down to the ground, You who weakened the nations! For you have said in your heart: 'I will ascend into heaven, I will exalt my throne above the stars of God; I will also sit on the mount of the congregation On the farthest sides of the north; I will ascend above the heights of the clouds, I will be like the Most High.' Yet you shall be brought down to Sheol, To the lowest depths of the Pit. "Those who see you will gaze at you, And consider you, saying: 'Is this the man who made the earth tremble, Who shook kingdoms, Who made the world as a wilderness And destroyed its cities, Who did not open the house of his prisoners?'
Isaiah 14:12-17, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/14/12-17/s_693012MALE & FEMALE created in the image of GodGOD GAVE MAN & WOMAN DOMINIONThe Book of Psalms says: "The law of the LORD is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple; The statutes of the LORD are right, rejoicing the heart; The commandment of the LORD is pure, enlightening the eyes; The fear of the LORD is clean, enduring forever; The judgments of the LORD are true and righteous altogether.
More to be desired are they than gold, Yea, than much fine gold; Sweeter also than honey and the honeycomb.
Moreover by them Your servant is warned, And in keeping them there is great reward.
Psalm 19:7-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/19/7-11/s_497007OBEDIENCE TO GOD'S WORD GIVES US DOMINION IN LIFEIF WE IGNORE GOD'S WORD, WE LOSE OUR DOMINIONDOMINION is the FRUIT of a close relationship with GodThe Importance of a SABBATH RESTVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 30, 2022Genesis 1:14-25 – God Creates The Earth (Part 2)
Genesis 1:14-25 – God Creates The Earth (Part 2)Genesis 1:14-25 - God Creates The Earth (Part 2) is a compelling analysis of the phenomenon of biological life which was specially and supernaturally created by God the Creator. Is Genesis One scientifically accurate? The Bible says, “God created the sun and moon for signs, seasons, days and years”. Is this accurate? What does it mean? Day four and five of creation reveals, with undeniable scientific proof, that God used the Sun and moon to create Earth’s seasons, days and years. The earth's perfect axis, the moon's gravitational pull and the rotational speed of the earth all shout the brilliance of God's design. Even the animal kingdom in all of its mysteries declares God's glory! Genesis 1:14-25 - God Creates The Earth (Part 2) is an opportunity to grow in reverence and awe of God's power and intelligence as we examine the scientific accuracy of Genesis.LET THEM BE FOR 1) SIGNS 2) SEASONS 3) DAYS 4) YEARS
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In the book of 2 Chronicles it says: "Solomon offered burnt offerings to the Lord on the altar of the Lord which he had built before the vestibule, according to the daily rate, offering according to the commandment of Moses, for the Sabbaths, the New Moons, and the three appointed yearly feasts the Feast of Unleavened Bread, the Feast of Weeks, and the Feast of Tabernacles. " 2 Chronicles 8:12-13, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/2ch/8/12-13/s_375012
Moses wrote this message revealed to him from God: "When you look up into the sky and see the sun, moon, and stars all the forces of heaven don't be seduced into worshiping them. The Lord your God gave them to all the peoples of the earth." Deuteronomy 4:19, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/deu/4/19/s_157019 God saw, IT WAS GOOD! The marvelous mysteries in the animal kingdom ACCORDING TO THEIR KINDDARWIN, ORIGIN OF SPECIES (sixth edition) Chapter 6 “But, as by this theory innumerable transitional forms must have existed, why do we not find them embedded in countless numbers in the crust of the earth? It will be more convenient to discuss this question in the chapter on the Imperfection of the Geological Record; and I will here only state that I believe the answer mainly lies in the record being incomparably less perfect than is generally supposed.” DARWIN, ORIGIN OF SPECIES (sixth edition) Chapter 10 “Geology assuredly does not reveal any such finely-graduated organic chain; and this, perhaps, is the most obvious and serious objection which can be urged against the theory. The explanation lies, as I believe, in the extreme imperfection of the geological record.”The Apostle Paul writes: "Timothy, keep that which is committed to thy trust, avoiding profane and vain babblings, and oppositions of science falsely so called: Which some professing have erred concerning the faith. "1 Timothy 6:20-21,(KJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/kjv/1ti/6/20-21/s_1125020Visit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 23, 2022Genesis 1:6-13 – God Creates The Earth (Part 1)
Genesis 1:6-13 – God Creates The Earth (Part 1)Genesis 1:6-13 - God Creates The Earth (Part 1) reveals some amazing and unique facts about our planet and atmosphere that demonstrates God's infinite wisdom and knowledge. Have you ever considered the intricate details when God created the earth? Even our atmosphere shouts with God's ingenuity and brilliance as the only planet able to sustain complex carbon-based lifeforms! All plant life is created with seeds according to its kind to reproduce and feed the world. Genesis 1:6-13 - God Creates The Earth unpacks day two and three of creation where the atmosphere creates a protective barrier from the sun and the ground is brought up from the waters to sustain life as we know it today.God Creates The EarthGod Makes a Breathable AtmosphereIn the Book of Job, God speaks to Job and say: "Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding. Who determined its measurements? Surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? To what were its foundations fastened? Or who laid its cornerstone, When the morning stars sang together, And all the sons of God shouted for joy? "Or who shut in the sea with doors, When it burst forth and issued from the womb; When I made the clouds its garment, And thick darkness its swaddling band; When I fixed My limit for it, And set bars and doors; Job 38:11 When I said, 'This far you may come, but no farther, And here your proud waves must stop!'Job 38:4-11, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/job/38/4-11/s_474004
The Miracles of WaterA Planet Must Have Vast Amounts of Water - For Complex Carbon-Based Life To ThriveThe Goldilocks ZoneKing David wrote the following psalm: "The heavens declare the glory of God; And the firmament shows His handiwork. Day unto day utters speech, And night unto night reveals knowledge. There is no speech nor language Where their voice is not heard. Their line has gone out through all the earth, And their words to the end of the world. In them He has set a tabernacle for the sun, Which is like a bridegroom coming out of his chamber, And rejoices like a strong man to run its race. Its rising is from one end of heaven, And its circuit to the other end; And there is nothing hidden from its heat.Psalm 19:1-6, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/psa/19/1-6/s_497001God Creates Botanical Life - Whose Seed Is In ItselfBotanical Life That Can Reproduce – According To Its KindVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net - Jan 16, 2022Genesis 1:1-5 – God Creates The Universe
Genesis 1:1-5 – God Creates The UniverseGenesis 1:1-5 - God Creates The Universe is a message that will answer many questions regarding the real science behind how the universe was created. Is godless evolution a viable possibility? Does the Bible teach creation or evolution? This study will reveal the depth of meaning in the first sentence of the Bible. Genesis 1:1-3 unveils the origins of the universe and show that time, space and matter were created simultaneously, out of nothing by the eternal and Triune God! The Bible not only initiates real science and upholds the laws of thermodynamics, but introduces us to the absolute awe and wonder of the author of life. Listen and expand your horizons in what you know about Genesis 1:1-5 - God Creates The Universe, and fall deeper in love with the Creator who made you!God Creates the Universe – Genesis 1Big bang Theory:The universe expanded from an initial state of high density and temperature that occurred 13.8 billion years ago. Encyclopedia BritannicaGod created TIME, SPACE, MATTER - THESE THREE ARE A CONTINUUM
The Apostle Paul wrote: “Christ is the visible image of the invisible God. He existed before anything was created and is supreme over all creation, for through Him everything was created in the heavenly realms and on earth. He made the things we can see and the things we can't see; such as thrones, kingdoms, rulers, and authorities in the unseen world. Everything was created through Him and for Him. He existed before anything else, and He holds all creation together.” Colossians 1:15-17, (NLT) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nlt/col/1/15-17/s_1108015 Real Science has laws: MATTER CANNOT CREATE ITSELF First law of thermodynamics Real Science has laws: ENTROPY - Second law of thermodynamics The prophet Isaiah wrote "Lift up your eyes to the heavens (sky), and look on the earth beneath. For the heavens will vanish away like smoke, the earth will grow old like a garment, and those who dwell in it will die in like manner; But My salvation will be forever, and My righteousness will not be abolished." Isaiah 51:6, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/51/6/s_730006 https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/isa/51/6/s_730006 Now I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away. Also there was no more sea. Revelation 21:1, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/rev/21/1/s_1188001 God CREATED the universe – it did not create itself And now, Father, glorify me in your own presence with the glory that I had with you before the world existed. John 17:5, (ESV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/esv/jhn/17/5/s_1014005 Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell Me, if you have understanding. Who determined its measurements? Surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? To what were its foundations fastened? Or who laid its cornerstone, When the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy? Job 38:4-7, (NKJV) https://www.blueletterbible.org/nkjv/job/38/4-7/s_474004The omnipotent power of - THE WORD OF GOD• Light SpectrumVisit Us At: https://www.themissionchurch.net
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