Genesis 1
22 itemsSermons(18)
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Exodus 19:3-6 - Representation and Worship
July 28, 2024From the series: Standalone Messages
Today we are examining why God first gave the Ten Commandments to the people of Israel and the meaning they still hold for us today.
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Genesis 1 - Discover Your Purpose
August 13, 2023From the series: In the Beginning
Genesis starts with a tree and ends with a tree, starts with a garden, ends with a garden, starts near a river, ends near a river. You just see these themes tied together throughout Scripture.
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Called for a Purpose
May 24, 2020From the series: All In
Explores the concept of divine calling and purpose, drawing from the teachings in 1 Peter. It emphasizes the significance of understanding and embracing God's design and intentions for individuals, especially during challenging times. Highlights how God uses adversity and waiting periods to refine and prepare believers for their future roles, illustrating this through biblical examples like Moses, Elijah, and Esther.
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The Beginning ...
September 29, 2019From the series: Kingdom Come
We begin a new series, "Kingdom Come," exploring the big themes of the Bible. And what better place to start than at the beginning.
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What About the Word of God?
October 21, 2018From the series: Standalone Messages
Explores the power and significance of the Bible in shaping faith and life. It emphasizes the transformative nature of God's word, illustrating its ability to bring light and life into existence. Drawing on examples from Scripture, it encourages us to delve deeper into the Bible, underlining its role as a source of truth, guidance, and spiritual nourishment.
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Brave: People of Character in a World of Chaos
March 12, 2017From the series: Standalone Messages
Discusses the importance of developing strong character in a chaotic world. It emphasizes the need for biblical manhood and womanhood, laying out a vision for both based on Genesis 1:26-27. Challenges cultural stereotypes and encourages listeners to embrace their unique design by God. It stresses the importance of being proactive, responsible, and seeking God's reward in life, while nurturing loving relationships and being faithful stewards of God's creation.
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God is Triune
July 31, 2016From the series: Believe
Three persons represented in one being. Jesus isn't less than the Father, the Spirit isn't less than Christ. They are equal to one another as one God existing eternally.
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God is Imaged
July 3, 2016From the series: Believe
Explores the concept of humanity being created in God's image, as narrated in the book of Genesis. It delves into the intricacies and sacredness of human creation, emphasizing the intentional and purposeful design by God. Also highlights the spiritual connection between humans and God, reflecting on the attributes we share with Him, such as love, justice, and grace.
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God is Revealed
June 26, 2016From the series: Believe
Centers on understanding God's nature through the Book of Genesis. Explores key themes about creation, the relationship between God and humanity, and God's intention in creating the world. Delves into the uniqueness of God's character, contrasting the biblical God with other deities from different belief systems. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's presence and purpose in the intricacies of creation and in personal life.
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The DNA of Alpine Bible
June 1, 2014From the series: Standalone Messages
Highlights the church's foundational beliefs and its journey. It emphasizes commitment to spiritual growth and community impact, reflecting on their beginnings and the biblical basis for our values and mission.
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Seek God in Marriage
April 27, 2014From the series: From This Day Forward
Discusses God's intentions for marriage, emphasizing spiritual unity and the sanctity of the marital covenant. It outlines practical commitments for fostering a Godly relationship, addressing both the blessings and challenges of marriage from a biblical perspective.
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Identity Crisis
January 5, 2014From the series: Loving the Old Testament
Addresses the concept of identity through Genesis, emphasizing understanding life by knowing God and our origins. It explores the formation of Israel’s identity post-Exodus, stressing God's creation of humanity with purpose and value, and the importance of relationships, especially in marriage.
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Marriage Refreshed
February 24, 2013From the series: Ephesians
Highlighting the biblical view of marriage and emphasizes the importance of understanding marriage as a union where both partners complement each other, pursuing oneness and mutual respect. Underscores that marriage is about selflessly giving to one another, aiming for unity and harmony. It also discusses the roles of husbands and wives, encouraging them to reflect Christ's love and sacrifice in their relationship. The ultimate goal is to create a strong, loving, and godly marriage that honors God and benefits the family.
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What Does the Bible Say About Sex and Sexuality?
September 2, 2012From the series: FAQs
Addresses biblical perspectives on sex and sexuality, contrasting cultural views. It emphasizes God's design for sex within marriage, highlighting the importance of intimacy and commitment between spouses. Calls for honoring God’s intentions by fostering healthy, intimate relationships that reflect His glory and purpose for human sexuality.
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God is Imaged
July 31, 2011From the series: Believe
Emphasizing that true worship and belief in God are rooted in a personal relationship with Him rather than in religious rituals. It explores the idea that humans are created in the image of God, which includes the responsibility to reflect His attributes, such as love, holiness, and truth, in our lives.
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God is Known
July 24, 2011From the series: Believe
Focuses on understanding the nature of God, exploring His attributes, and emphasizing the importance of having a clear understanding of who God is. It covers the incommunicable (attributes unique to God) and communicable (attributes humans can relate to) aspects of God, such as His omnipotence, omnipresence, and love.
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God Speaks
July 17, 2011From the series: Believe
Emphasizing that when God speaks, life begins. It builds on the previous week's message about God's existence, exploring how God's Word, both in creation and the Bible, brings life and understanding to humanity.
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God Exists
July 10, 2011From the series: Believe
Introduces a series titled "Believe," which explores the core beliefs of the early Christian church. It begins by discussing the existence of God, how the early church held a strong faith even in the face of persecution, and how their belief in God gave them courage. The sermon emphasizes the importance of understanding why one believes in God and discusses evidence of God's existence through creation and the intelligent design of the universe.
Blog posts(3)
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To the Anxious Christian
April 2, 2020Anxiety was one of the most common mental health conditions before the COVID19 pandemic, and I can only imagine that it has exponentially increased over the last several weeks. Because anxiety is so…
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Beginning with God
April 7, 2017In the beginning, God. A devotion on Genesis 1:1 and an invitation to hide 100 essential verses in your heart, starting with the very first.
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Everything you want to know about the Trinity
October 21, 2014Where does the Trinity come from, and is it even biblical? An accessible look at what Scripture actually teaches about one God in three persons.