In Genesis 32, Jacob who is soon to be renamed Israel, wrestles with his relationships with God and his brother Esau. Forever changed by this struggle, Jacob turns away from the deceitful ways of his youth. What is God saying to us in this powerful story?

September 10 2023

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- Nothing But The Blood | Robert Lowry | Copyright Public Domain

Everyday each person battles a spiritual fight against evil. There is evil that attacks our hearts in trying to drive us and our actions away from God. Four common lies are used by the evil one in this attack of the heart.

Our hope is in Jesus. God's grace wins.

September 03 2023

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- There is a Redeemer | Melody Green | Copyright 1982 Universal Music

In Genesis 30, Jacob struggles against his father-in-law, Laban, who deceptively holds control over the lives of Jacob and his family. What can we expect to take place in these last days, when we attempt to liberate ourselves from those who hold power and control over our lives?

August 27 2023

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- Grace Greater Then Our Sin | Daniel Brink Towner, Julia Harriette Johnston | Copyright Public Domain

Temptations are the gateway to sin. However, with help from God, a faithful believer can use the moment of temptation to retrain our habits and grow closer to God.

August 20 2023

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- Trust and Obey | Daniel Brink Towner, John Henry Sammis | Copyright Public Domain

Hollywood likes to portray love as an emotion or a magical feeling. Pastor John dives into the true meaning of love, as described in 1st Corinthians 13.

August 13 2023

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- Love Lifted Me | Howard E. Smith, James Rowe | Copyright Public Domain

In Genesis 28 and 29, Jacob's journey to find a bride is interupted by an encounter with God. Just as the Christian Church is described as the bride of Christ, and the mission field described as finding the bride of Christ, Jacob's journey can be likened to the Church's calling to bring lost people into a life of faith in Christ through missional actions. As we journey through life, what does God want us to know as we introduce people to a life of faith in Christ?

August 06 2023

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- Only A Holy God | Dustin Smith, Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson | Copyright 2016 CityAlight Music

When we are wronged by others, it may be difficult to know what the right action or reaction might be. In Genesis 27, Jacob's deceitful actions steal the blessing meant for brother Esau, from father Isaac. What is God saying to us when a person in the Church comes in deceit and successfully takes away God’s blessing from us?

In Genesis 26, Isaac experiences struggles with neighbors, but also experiences blessings from God during the same time period. We, as believers like Isaac, often consider ourselves foreigners in a land of unbelievers. What is God saying to His believers when they experience His covenant blessings of protection and prosperity while living as foreigners in a pagan land?

July 23 2023

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- Just A Closer Walk With Thee | Anonymous | Copyright Public Domain

Sometimes our desire for a promotion or action is so high, that we rush to make it happen without taking God's timing into consideration. Sometimes that struggle involves a privileged position, as with the birthright blessing between Abraham's sons, Esau and Jacob. What is God saying to us when we struggle to obtain a privileged position that God has promised?

July 16 2023

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- Only A Holy God | Dustin Smith, Jonny Robinson, Michael Farren, Rich Thompson | Copyright 2016 CityAlight Music

How is God preparing you for a future task? In 1 Samuel, Dr. DeVern Schwenn explores how God's influence and preparation taught David to trust God in stepping forward with faith and courage.

July 09 2023

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- How Great Thou Art | Stuart Wesley Keene Hine | Copyright 1949 and 1953 Stuart Hine Trust CIO Stuart K. Hine Trust