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  • Genesis | The Power of Blessing

    From Genesis 27 we study the blessing of Isaac to his sons, Jacob and Esau. We learn that even in spite of the deceitfulness of Jacob and the earthiness of Esau, Isaac still blesses both of them equally. What is it about this grace that could transform our understanding of God's blessing upon us, and our commission to bless those around us?

    A chart of Jacob's blessing is available at www.sparkchurch.net/teachings

    45 min
  • Genesis | Pregnant With Possibilities
    In this message we peer into a the symbolism behind Rebekah's pregnancy with Jacob and Esau. As two nations "jostled" inside Rebekah (a preview of the history of Israel), so two impulses jostle inside each of us.
    36 min
  • Genesis | Well, Well, Well
    Continuing our Genesis series, this teaching looks at the story of Abraham, sending his servant to seek out a wife for his son Isaac. Given that this story takes place between the death of Sarah and the death of Abraham, we not only witness the amazing character of Rebekah, we find strength in holding on to God's promises and faithfulness in the midst of death.
    27 min
  • Genesis | Bound & Determined
    As we continue our series in Genesis, we come to the story of Abraham heeding the request of God to sacrifice his son, Isaac. More appropriately known as the "binding of Isaac," (in Hebrew, the Akedah), we learn that this request of God is not a command, but an entreaty that seeks to embolden the mutual and reciprocal trust between God and Abraham. It is that trust that strengthens and confirms the call and covenant, radically transforming this critical relationship.
    39 min
  • God & Sports | Marcus & Kendra Randolph
    Drawing from their personal experience, Marcus and Kendra share stories from their coaching and their philosophy of sports. Through their teaching, we discover how sports is a beautiful illustration of God's commission to all of us to influence the world.
    21 min
  • Genesis | The Three Visitors
    This talk is a continuation of our Genesis series from chapter 18 on the Three Visitors and juxtaposed with the story of Sodom and Gomorrah in chapter 19. May we extend our hand of hospitality to those around us, exemplifying the care and community of God with everyone. May "all four sides of our tent" continually be open.
    32 min
  • Genesis | Private Parts
    A continuation of our Genesis series from chapter 17 on the covenant of circumcision. What does this odd practice have to do with this overarching story of Genesis? And really, why circumcision? Understanding the metaphorical power of imagery and the cultural context of the Ancient Near East may illuminate for us an insight into this practice that points to something deep and hidden inside of each and every one of us. In this message, may we experience God's covenant with us, including the most private and personal parts of ourselves.
    31 min
  • Genesis | Welcome, Stranger
    A continuation of our Genesis series, looking at the story of Abraham and Hagar. Through this message we discover that there are strangers all around us. As followers of Jesus, and as descendants of Abraham, may we welcome all the strangers in our lives. Why? Because God has welcomed us.
    27 min
  • Spark in 2014: Update
    Pastors Danielle and Kevin and the Advisory Board gave Spark a brief update on the finances, staff, vision, hopes, dreams, and philosophy of Spark. Thank you to all of our Spark participants, here in Palo Alto, and around the world, for your support and partnership in this ministry. We hope this update not only strengthens our relationship, but inspires us all as we move into 2014.
    25 min
  • When God Comes Down

    From Genesis all the way through to Jesus, God has been telling a story of coming down here to earth, to enter into the chaos and dysfunction of life, in new times, new places, new cultures, and in new ways. In the convergence of the season of Christmas, the New Year, and Spark's second year, we ask again, what would happen if God came down, again?!

    The video of the message is available at www.sparkchurch.net/teachings

    29 min

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