Brian and Kristin dive into Genesis 20 this week with insights, thoughts, and encouraging words about humanity's sin, how God uses imperfect and deeply flawed people, and God's immense grace and faithfulness. God is the ultimate keeper of promises, and we see that played out (again!) in this portion of the Abraham narrative.

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This is an incredible portion of the Abraham narrative in Genesis, and it would be easy to skip through it quickly into chapter 19. However, Pastors Brian and Kristin take some time to study these verses and unpack what is really going on in Abraham's and God's hearts.

Pastors Brian, Kristin, and Erin discuss Genesis 18:1-15 as they continue their discussion through the book of Genesis. Three visitors enter Abraham's camp and he offers them hospitality. He recognizes the Lord as one of the men, and Sarah overhears their conversation. The conversation then shifts towards Sarah and the Lord encourages her and reaffirms the promise that she will, herself, bear a child!

Pastors Brian and Kristin are joined by Pastor Erin Richer to discuss the covenant and circumcision as a sign of the covenant. This passage is also when God declares that he is Abraham's God and that He has chosen Abraham's people to be a part of the promise!

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Hagar and Ishmael are more important to the Genesis narrative than we often give them credit for. Let alone the historical and continuing impact of their legacy. Kristin and Brian discuss how God sees the outcast and powerless and responds with kindness, love, and even blessing! Don't miss this important part of the story!

God takes Abram under the starry night sky and makes a stunning promise. Abram believes. But there is so much more here for Pastors Brian and Kristin to unpack! Join them as they discuss this important and pivotal moment in the biblical narrative.

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Part 2 of Kristin and Brian's discussion around learning to listen to the voice of God. This is a powerful conversation that will teach you how to deepen your connection and relationship with God.

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Kristin and Brian discuss what it means to truly listen to what God may be trying to show you through the life and teachings of Jesus, the Scriptures, and even your circumstances.

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Pastor Kristin Aull recently gave an encouraging message at our last Family Reunion gathering and we wanted to share that with more people. Listen as she describes what it can be like to hear from God as we are living everyday life as a community. We hope this message will challenge you to re-evaluate how you think God speaks to you and that it opens you up to a deeper relationship with Jesus.