How does the life of Jacob speak to the faithfulness of God? Scripture is filled with stories like Jacob who serve as an example to the character and nature of our God. We can always rest in the power of these testimonies to know without a shadow of a doubt that the Lord will come through for us! Today, Pastor Mark will continue to unpack Jacob’s final days, and how he gave a powerful testament to the grace of God. Have you doubted the Lord’s faithfulness? You can lean on the promises of Scripture, and examples of those before us. The Lord will carry you through this life until the day He calls you home!

Do you feel like the responsibilities of life are overbearing? Perhaps your physical and mental capacity is maxed out! Even Jacob at a very old age must have felt exhausted, but the Lord gave him the strength he needed. Likewise, the Lord will always supply us with everything we need to get through each day. In today’s message, Pastor Mark will encourage listeners to stay faithful and trust in the mighty hand of God, even when life gets full. The Lord has promised to never leave nor forsake us. Whatever season He has you in, or calling that He has placed on your life, He will be faithful to carry you through if you trust in Him! 

Have you allowed the weight of the world, and various demands in your life, to choke out the feeling of peace that only comes through Jesus? The enemy wants to rob both believers and unbelievers of their peace. The stress, the conflicts, and the “hustle and bustle” of life can all turn our eyes away from the Lord. In today’s teaching, Pastor Mark will continue to speak on the only form of structure that brings peace and order to a society. Like all things, Jesus must be at the center! He is the only one who can “calm the storms” of life, and bring true peace. Have you devoted your life, and all of its stressors, to Jesus today?  

How do we know which government system is the best? Where did America’s ideals come from, and is there any guidance in Scripture for best practices? In today’s message, Pastor Mark will help answer these questions as he studies the example that was set for us by Joseph in the land of Egypt in Genesis 47. For every question in life, the Bible serves as the best resource for where to turn. The Lord continued to use Joseph throughout his life, who served as a model for leadership. What is your source of information? Who do you allow to speak deepest into your life? God wants Him and His Word to be your example! 

Today, Pastor Mark will speak on the special bond that Joseph had with his family, and how this relationship led to greater blessing. In the same way, a relationship with Jesus always leads to blessing, most notably eternal life! There is only one team that brings ultimate joy, and that is God’s team! Because of God’s provision, Joseph had earned great favor in Eqypt, which then allowed his family to reap some benefits. Because of Jesus, we are able to join the Lord’s family and reap the benefit of Salvation. Have you made the decision to follow Jesus today? He wants you to be in His family! 

How encouraging it is to know that God is always at work in our lives, even when we don’t understand the meaning! In today’s teaching, Pastor Mark will walk listeners through the reunion between Jacob and his son, Joseph. After many years separated, what joy Jacob must have felt to see his son again! For many Christ followers, it may be easy to look back over the course of life and see God’s hand moving, even when we weren't aware. The Bible is filled with stories that speak of the Lord redeeming difficult situations. How can you put greater trust in Him today? You can rest in the truth that His ways are good! 

Have you ever heard the phrase, “It’s too good to be true?” While this is not necessarily a motto to live by, as Christ's followers we can be reminded to filter all things through our leading by the Holy Spirit. When Jacob was presented with a wonderful offer in Genesis 46, he first made sure it was of the Lord. In today’s message, Pastor Mark will encourage listeners to routinely filter their lives through God’s will. The enemy wants to distract and lure believers away from the Lord. Blessing does come with a life following after God, but it is still important to remain in tune with the Holy Spirit so that you know it is Him! 

Can we trust that God is truly orchestrating everything justly? Joseph was badly mistreated by his brothers, but ultimately, God used the situation for good. It can be easy to view the world through our eyes and make judgments about how things should and shouldn’t be. God wants us to simply trust in Him! In today’s teaching, Pastor Mark will highlight the redemption that was made between Joseph and his family, and how this set the stage for Israel moving forward. Examples like this only confirm that God’s hand is at work, even when we don’t understand the means! How can you better trust His plan today?  

How does the story of Joseph and his brothers relate to God and His chosen nation of Israel? In today’s message, Pastor Mark will help answer this question, and unpack all of the similarities. The Old Testament is filled with stories that point to Jesus. We are encouraged to read the Scriptures with this in mind! Joseph was thrilled to reunite with his family and could see God’s hand at work in the situation, even though he was wronged. Have you been mistreated? God is in control of all things, and He wants to use ALL situations for His purpose. Ask the Lord to soften your heart to forgive, and show you His plans! 

The feeling of guilt, or regret, can be present even in the moments when we know that we are not at fault. The consequences of sin can linger and affect our mindset. For Joseph’s brothers, who had betrayed him, they had to feel concerned when they were called to be investigated! Today, Pastor Mark will highlight this story in Genesis 44, and share how it may relate to our world today, particularly the Israel nation. We can be encouraged that even when we turn our back on the Lord, He still pursues us. Are you in a right standing before Almighty God, or do you need to seek forgiveness from Him today?