What does it mean to be a man according to God's design?

In a culture increasingly confused about masculinity, Genesis 2 points us back to God's original purpose for men. In this message, Pastor Matt Shackelford explores the first marks of biblical manhood and why God's design is still good for individuals, families, and society.

You'll discover:

• Why men are uniquely called to provide through work, strength, and leadership
• How God forms men through relationship, responsibility, and challenge
• Why work is not a curse but part of God's original design for humanity
• What biblical leadership looks like in the home and family
• How sacrificial service differs from selfish or passive masculinity

God did not create men to drift through life. He created them to lead, provide, and use their strength for the good of others.

Scripture: Genesis 2:5-20
Series: Be Fruitful and Multiply

What does it mean to live according to God's original purpose for humanity?

In this message from Genesis 1, Pastor Matt Shackelford explores God's command to "be fruitful and multiply" and shows how it extends far beyond physical growth. From understanding the value of every person as an image-bearer of God to embracing our calling to multiply influence, disciples, and kingdom impact, this sermon challenges believers to realign their lives with God's design.

You'll discover:

•  Why the doctrine of the image of God gives every person dignity and worth 
•  How God's grace restores those who have failed to honor that image 
•  Three God-given "superpowers" for multiplication: relationships, blessing, and health 
•  What it means to exercise biblical dominion through service, stewardship, and responsibility 
•  How to use the resources God has entrusted to you for kingdom growth 

God has given you everything you need to bear fruit. The question is: where is He calling you to multiply?

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31
Series: Be Fruitful and Multiply

God's original design for humanity includes a call to multiply in every sphere of life - family, work, church, and personal growth. This purpose stems from being created in God's image, which gives all humans inherent dignity and worth. To fulfill this multiplication calling, we need to recover God's purpose, reproduce His multiplication power through relationships, His blessing, and health. Rather than embracing our culture's self-serving mentality, Pastor Matt Shackelford shows us how to identify areas where God wants us to multiply what He's entrusted to us.