Sunday, March 24, 2019. Long Story, Short (Part 2). Genesis 12:1-7 and Jeremiah 31:27-34. Pastor Bryant Anderson preaching. After creation and the chaos of sin that follows, God enters into relationship with Israel through a series of covenants. These covenants shape Israel's understanding of their God and lay the groundwork for a radically new perspective on God's relation to all of humanity.