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
