Discover how the book of Genesis reveals Jesus Christ on every page through powerful patterns of redemption and prophecy. This comprehensive study explores the gospel threads woven throughout the first book of the Bible, showing how every story points to our Savior. Learn about the sacrificial covering God provided for Adam and Eve and how it foreshadows Jesus as our ultimate covering. Understand the significance of exile from Eden and how Christ opened the way back to God's presence. Explore the remarkable parallels between Old Testament figures and Jesus Christ, including Abel's acceptable sacrifice, Noah's promise of rest, Abraham's covenant blessings, Joseph's journey from humiliation to exaltation, and Judah's substitutionary love. This biblical exposition demonstrates how to read the Old Testament with gospel eyes, recognizing the intentional patterns God placed throughout Scripture. Perfect for Bible study groups, pastors, and anyone seeking to understand the connection between the Old and New Testaments. Discover practical applications for reading Scripture christocentrically and finding Jesus in unexpected places. Topics covered include biblical typology, covenant theology, redemptive history, Old Testament prophecy, and gospel-centered hermeneutics. Whether you're new to Bible study or a seasoned believer, this teaching will transform how you read Genesis and the entire Old Testament, helping you see the unified story of redemption from beginning to end.

Discover how the book of Genesis contains the entire gospel story and points to Jesus Christ from the very beginning. This sermon explores how Genesis serves as the foundation for understanding God's redemptive plan throughout Scripture. Learn about the authorship of Genesis by Moses during Israel's wilderness wandering and why this first book of the Bible is essential for understanding Christianity. Explore key biblical themes including creation, the image of God, the fall of humanity, sin and redemption, covenant promises, and God's sovereignty. Understand how Jesus appears throughout Genesis as the eternal Word who spoke creation into existence, the greater Adam who succeeded where the first Adam failed, and the promised seed who would defeat Satan. This study covers essential Genesis passages including the creation account, Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, the fall and first gospel promise, Noah's flood and God's covenant, Abraham's faith journey, Jacob's transformation, Joseph's story of redemption, and prophetic promises about the coming Messiah. Learn how these Old Testament accounts prophetically point to New Testament fulfillment in Jesus Christ.Discover practical applications for Christian living, including how understanding Jesus as Creator changes worship, how Christ's obedience covers our failures, how we're being restored to God's image through sanctification, and how God works all things together for good. Perfect for Bible study groups, personal devotions, or anyone seeking to understand how the Old Testament connects to the gospel message. Topics covered include biblical theology, Old Testament studies, Genesis commentary, gospel in the Old Testament, Jesus in Genesis, creation theology, covenant theology, redemptive history, biblical interpretation, Christian apologetics, and practical Christian living. Whether you're a new believer or mature Christian, this sermon will deepen your understanding of how Genesis establishes the foundation for the entire biblical narrative.

Reading the Bible - Finding the Gospel Introduction

Seven Letters from the King - Conclusion

Seven Letters from the King - Revelation 3:14-22

Seven Letters from the King - Revelation 3:7-13

Are you spiritually alive or just going through the motions? Jesus told a busy, active church that they had a reputation for being alive but were actually dead. In our world of endless spiritual options, it's easy to treat Jesus as just another choice rather than the risen Lord. What's the difference between spiritual dryness and spiritual death? How can you tell if you're truly alive to the Gospel or just culturally Christian? The answer might surprise you and could change everything about how you live your faith.

The church of Thyatira, located in a small blue-collar town, faced unique challenges from trade guilds that required participation in idol worship and sexual immorality for professional advancement. Jesus commended their spiritual growth and progress, noting their works, love, faith, service, and endurance were increasing over time. However, he criticized them for tolerating false teaching that encouraged compromise with pagan practices. This mirrors modern struggles where believers acknowledge Jesus while worshiping other things like work, money, or cultural acceptance. Jesus promises overcomers will share in his authority and receive the morning star, which represents a relationship with Christ himself.

The church in Pergamum faced the challenge of remaining faithful while living in what Jesus called the place where Satan's throne is. Despite external persecution and the martyrdom of Antipas, they held fast to Christ's name. However, Jesus warned them about internal compromise through false teaching that promoted freedom without responsibility. This ancient church's story teaches us that faithfulness isn't the absence of persecution but perseverance through it. We're called to be kingdom ambassadors behind enemy lines, guarding against both external threats and internal compromise while finding our sustenance in Christ alone.

The church of Smyrna faced intense persecution and poverty, yet received only comfort from Jesus—no correction. Despite living in a wealthy city, these believers chose faithfulness to Christ over financial security, refusing to worship Caesar. Jesus acknowledged their suffering completely, calling them poor yet rich in His kingdom. Their material poverty resulted from spiritual faithfulness, but their spiritual wealth came from relationship with Christ. The primary battle wasn't against human opponents but against Satan himself. Remarkably, Smyrna received no rebuke because their suffering had sanctified them—hostility made them holy, persecution made them pure. Jesus promised them the crown of life, not as something to earn but as an inheritance already won through His death and resurrection.