Gold dust, a tingly feeling, and audible voices—these are just a few of the ways that some have claimed that God’s presence is with them. But are such ecstatic experiences how God’s presence actually plays out in the life of an ordinary believer? This next narrative in the life of Jacob provides a helpful and encouraging corrective for those of who are sometimes confused at the vital matter of the presence of God.

What comes first the chicken or the egg, the confidence or the win, the presence of God or the performance of man? While this narrative doesn’t answer all those questions, it does grant insight into how God’s presence is enjoyed and leveraged for those who stand in need.

What comes first the chicken or the egg, the confidence or the win, the presence of God or the performance of man? While this narrative doesn’t answer all those questions, it does grant insight into how God’s presence is enjoyed and leveraged for those who stand in need.

If there was a least-likely-to-experience-blessing award, Isaac and his family would win it as this text makes clear; but, God passes on his blessing anyway. This is good news for us and you can listen in to find out how.

Typically, the sequel is never as good as the original. But, this sequel in particular, seeks to break the mold, helping all of who feel like God’s best has passed them by. Listen in to this exposition of Genesis 26 for more.

Typically, the sequel is never as good as the original. But, this sequel in particular, seeks to break the mold, helping all of who feel like God’s best has passed them by. Listen in to this exposition of Genesis 26 for more.

American history encourages individual effort. Biblical history encourages individual trust. See how this benefits you in this exposition of the intriguing birth of Jacob and Esau.

American history encourages individual effort. Biblical history encourages individual trust. See how this benefits you in this exposition of the intriguing birth of Jacob and Esau.

Listen in as Pastor Mark Mincy presents the word from Psalm 90.