Why Genesis? Why now?

The stories and ideas seeded in Genesis can help us cultivate a thriving life of faith.

“Instead of just reading it like a history book or as a telling of how things and peoples began, we read it as a book that contains truth for how God’s people are to approach the themes of life even in the midst of life.” Matthew McBirth

Next Steps
Identify ways you have participated in violence or corruption, and take steps of restoration.
If you have never been baptized, consider taking that step of faith. Talk to someone today about baptism.

Next Steps
Be with Jesus – Set aside 10–15 minutes a day this week to simply abide: read Scripture, pray, or sit quietly in His presence.
Become like Jesus – Pick one area of your character where you need His transformation (patience, kindness, humility) and pray into it daily.
Do what Jesus did – Choose one spiritual practice this month (Sabbath, fasting, silence, serving) and commit to it.

Why Genesis? Why now?

The stories and ideas seeded in Genesis can help us cultivate a thriving life of faith.

“Instead of just reading it like a history book or as a telling of how things and peoples began, we read it as a book that contains truth for how God’s people are to approach the themes of life even in the midst of life.” Matthew McBirth

Next Steps:
Is worship just a ritual, going through the motions, or are you worshiping with your heart?
Refuse to let jealousy, pride, or anger grow—confess it immediately to God.
Write down this week how you see God working even in the midst of violence

Why Genesis? Why now?

The stories and ideas seeded in Genesis can help us cultivate a thriving life of faith.

“Instead of just reading it like a history book or as a telling of how things and peoples began, we read it as a book that contains truth for how God’s people are to approach the themes of life even in the midst of life.” Matthew McBirth


Next Steps:
Consider what clothes you have put on to cover your shame
Connect with God and start the journey of forming a new identity.
Find a safe person to bring light on any shame in your life.

Why Genesis? Why now?

The stories and ideas seeded in Genesis can help us cultivate a thriving life of faith.

“Instead of just reading it like a history book or as a telling of how things and peoples began, we read it as a book that contains truth for how God’s people are to approach the themes of life even in the midst of life.” Matthew McBirth

Next Steps:
Go outside and spend time in nature. Consider reading through Genesis 1 outdoors.
Be intentional about seeing the image of God in every human and treating others with dignity and respect.

November 9, 2025
Acts 27-28

This year, our church is prioritizing learning from the example of the early church. We aim to adopt the rhythms and practices they embodied, such as prayer, community, and generosity. Join us as we explore the dynamic faith, courageous witness, and profound unity of the early church—and discover how their example can inspire our own journey of faith. This week, we will be focusing on Acts 27-28.

Next Steps:
Expect detours, and in your detour, think of someone who needs your presence, encouragement and prayer.
Choose peace over panic.
Continue to write out the ending of Acts in your life.

Castle Hills Christian Church
6209 West Ave
San Antonio, Texas 78213
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November 02, 2025
Acts 25-26

This year, our church is prioritizing learning from the example of the early church. We aim to adopt the rhythms and practices they embodied, such as prayer, community, and generosity. Join us as we explore the dynamic faith, courageous witness, and profound unity of the early church—and discover how their example can inspire our own journey of faith. This week, we will be focusing on Acts 25-26.

Next Steps:
Think of ways you can help fix some of the broken systems of our culture. Share these with someone this week.
Serve and witness to someone who might be especially hard to love.

Castle Hills Christian Church
6209 West Ave
San Antonio, Texas 78213
[email protected]
chccsa.com
chccsa.info

October 26, 2025
Acts 24

This year, our church is prioritizing learning from the example of the early church. We aim to adopt the rhythms and practices they embodied, such as prayer, community, and generosity. Join us as we explore the dynamic faith, courageous witness, and profound unity of the early church—and discover how their example can inspire our own journey of faith. This week, we will be focusing on Acts 24.

Next Steps:
Read Acts 24 this week. Focus on which person in this chapter you are most like right now.
Identify ways you can bring God glory even when you are going through a tough time.

Castle Hills Christian Church
6209 West Ave
San Antonio, Texas 78213
[email protected]
chccsa.com
chccsa.info

October 19, 2025
Acts 21:15-23:35

This year, our church is prioritizing learning from the example of the early church. We aim to adopt the rhythms and practices they embodied, such as prayer, community, and generosity. Join us as we explore the dynamic faith, courageous witness, and profound unity of the early church—and discover how their example can inspire our own journey of faith. This week, we will be focusing on Acts 21:15-23:35.

Next Steps:
Identify any areas of your life where you need to acknowledge God’s love and support.
Ask God to help you know where you are being called to serve.

Castle Hills Christian Church
6209 West Ave
San Antonio, Texas 78213
[email protected]
chccsa.com
chccsa.info

October 12, 2025
Acts 20-21:14

This year, our church is prioritizing learning from the example of the early church. We aim to adopt the rhythms and practices they embodied, such as prayer, community, and generosity. Join us as we explore the dynamic faith, courageous witness, and profound unity of the early church—and discover how their example can inspire our own journey of faith. This week, we will be focusing on Acts 20-21:14.

Next Steps:
Follow Jesus even when the path is difficult.
Ask God to help you through something you are afraid of.
Identify someone you can pass the baton of faith to, and invest in their life.

Castle Hills Christian Church
6209 West Ave
San Antonio, Texas 78213
[email protected]
chccsa.com
chccsa.info