Genesis 24:1-28, 48-51, 61-67

The story of the most important marriage ever . . .

Trusting in the sovereignty of God’s Providence

Discovering the mystery of God’s Providence

Embracing the beauty of God’s Providence

Mark 4:35-5:20

How do you respond when someone “pulls rank”?

Lord of Creation

Who must Jesus be to have mastery over wind and sea?

Lord over Evil

How does Jesus confront evil?

Lord of the Heart

What blessings are enjoyed by those who honor Christ as Lord?

Genesis 23:1-4, 17-20; Hebrews 11:13-16

Abraham endured loss by looking beyond . . .

Having seen them and greeted them from afar

Having acknowledged that they were strangers and exiles on the earth

People who speak thus make it clear that they are seeking a homeland

They desire a better country, that is, a heavenly one God is not ashamed to be called their God

Genesis 22:1-19 How can you tell if someone really has faith? The Test  How does God test our faith? The Journey  What does it look like to pass the test?  The Provision Who does God show Himself to be when we do? 

Mark 2:1-12 Opposition to Jesus’s ministry begins here . . . The Crowded House  How do you come to Jesus? The Great Gift  What does Jesus give you when you come to Him?  The Divine Authority  Why is Jesus able to give this amazing gift?