As Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, we see the changes in their hearts as well as the incredible faith shown by Joseph. Even in immensely difficult life circumstances, Joseph looks to God for purpose in his suffering.
Read MoreWhen trouble arises in Jacobs life, he is led to despair. As humans, we often find ourselves in similar situations, but God promises that though we face trouble, he has already overcome.
Read MoreEven when circumstances seem impossible by the world’s measures, God can move and make incredible things happen.
Read MoreAfter Joseph is sold into slavery by his brothers, he first prospers and then finds himself in more trouble. But through it all, he holds fast to his faith in God and holds true to his character, and God blesses him for it.
Read MoreThe story focus shifts to Jacob’s son Joseph. Favored by his father, Joseph is hated by his brothers; he is despised all the more after sharing his dreams depicting him in a position of authority over his family.
Read MoreEven through all of the trouble that Jacob faces away from home, God shows time and time again that he is with Jacob.
Read MoreEven through all of the trouble that Jacob faces away from home, God shows time and time again that he is with Jacob.
Read MoreGod anticipates the reality of human sinfulness but is able to work out his good purpose of redemption.
Read MoreIn Galatians 1:11-24, Paul continues his defense of his own credibility to drive home to the Galatians the truth and the importance of the gospel that he had preached to them, given to him by God.
Read MoreIn Galatians 1:1-10, Paul exhorts the Galatians to stay true to the gospel that they were preached. They were falling prey to other, false gospels and this warning is still relevant in today’s world.
Read MorePastor Tom reminds us of the hope that we have in the resurrection of Christ.
Read MorePastor Tom digs in to the meaning behind the practice of communion, digging deeper into the new covenant we are promised through Christ.
Read MorePastor Tom digs in to the meaning behind the practice of communion, exploring parallels between the old covenant and the new covenant as well as our participation in Christ.
Read MoreIn Genesis 25, we reach the conclusion of the life of Abraham. Pastor Tom reviews his story and the lessons that we have learned from beginning to end.
Read MoreIn Genesis 24, we see the faithfulness of God in providing a wife from Isaac from the family of Abraham, and the way that He works in all circumstances.
Read MoreIn Genesis 23, we see the death of Sarah. Sarah lived a life waiting on God's promises; she received Isaac and awaits more. She is buried with promises and so are we.
Read MoreIn Genesis 22, we see God challenge Abraham’s faith by asking him to sacrifice his son, foreshadowing God’s own sacrifice for us.
Read MoreIn Genesis 21, we see the fulfillment of God's promise to Abraham and Sarah of a child, conflict with Hagar and Ishmael, and God's continued faithfulness despite the brokenness of man.
Read MoreIn Genesis 20 we see another failure of Abraham’s trust in God’s promises and the work of God’s redemption through the brokenness of man.
Read MoreIn Genesis 19, we see the justice of God played out on Sodom and Gomorrah and the mercy that he shows to Lot.
Content Warning: This passage deals with the sin of Sodom and Gomorrah as well as the sins of Lot’s daughters, which Pastor Tom deals with very directly.
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