We're introduced to Hagar in Genesis 16. We find similarities between us and Genesis 16. Throughout the story we see that the end does not justify the means and we need to transform ourselves, not circumstances through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Ever struggle with transparency with Jesus? When we are open and honest with our circumstances and life with Jesus, he'll meet us where we are to bring us to where He is.

War has broken out and Lot is stuck in the middle of it. Abram comes to the rescue and is greeted by two different kings. One representing sin and one representing Jesus. Which one will we choose?

Abram gives us an example of what it means to give up our rights for the sake of others. Surrendering our rights is right. We prioritize Jesus over people, people over possessions and continue trusting the process.

We start our next series in Genesis, Promises. God starts out Genesis 12 with 5 "I will" statements. Abram still manages to mess it up. Just like we would.

If the first 11 chapters has taught us anything, it's that sin repeats itself and God's plan transcends people. Thankfully Gods promise is restoration at the end of all things. Chapter 11 finds us once again with the depravity of man, and yet again, God continuing His plan.

What can a bunch of names tell us about who God is and how we fit into His plan? Surprisingly, Genesis 10 is one of the most important chapters in all the Bible. #restoration #church #transparency #community #change #peoplefollowingJesus #brewery #churchinabrewery #traversecity #michigan #genesis #series

From mountaintops to valleys, God is through it all with us. Sometimes we're lead into valleys, sometimes we fall into valleys, but no matter what happens, God is there and leads us to new mountains.

Jesus proved it on Resurrection Sunday. We celebrate that today, and every day.

Ever feel like you have been forgotten? So has Noah. But chapter 8 starts with God remembering Noah. And He remembers us too.