This is the last sermon in the "For Good" sermon series for the Easter season. This sermon focuses on Genesis 50:20, where Joseph tells his brothers, "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." Q. What moments of your life … Continue reading “For Good”
“The Dynamics of Guilt and Grace”
This is the fourth sermon in the "For Good" preaching series, preached on May 26, 2019. This sermon covers all of Genesis 42-45. The passage read is Genesis 45:1-15. Guilt locks us into our old patterns and locks us away from connection with God and others. Q. How have others used guilt against you, to … Continue reading “The Dynamics of Guilt and Grace”
“Entrusted”
This is the third sermon in the "For Good" preaching series, preached on May 19, 2019. We pick up Joseph's story where we left off, at Genesis 39:20.Read the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25:14-30. Reflect: Q. This week, are you more aware of God's abundance in your life, or the world's scarcity? Have … Continue reading “Entrusted”
“Not at Home”
This is the second sermon in the "For Good" preaching series, preached on May 12, 2019. Read this chapter of Joseph's life in Genesis 39. Q. What does it mean to you, to call God "Father"? Is it a positive experience of love? Or does it also carry other connotations or impressions? Q. When have … Continue reading “Not at Home”
“Dreamer”
This is the first sermon in the new Eastertide preaching series, "For Good," preached on April 28, 2019. Read the first chapter of Joseph's story in Genesis 37. This sermon series, based on Joseph's life, is about our strong hope in the character of God, in His constant work "for the good." Joseph trusted God, … Continue reading “Dreamer”
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