The Fall

From the series: In the Beginning

In Genesis 4, we see the outpouring of the human heart in the actions of Cain and Abel. In one we see a heart of adoration and thankfulness to God, and in the other we see a heart of jealousy, anger and malice, leading to the first murder. And what's up with the mark of Cain?

From the series: In the Beginning

It didn't take long before Adam and Eve began disobeying God in the Garden of Eden. Instead of coming before God to confess their sin, they sought to hide and cover themselves up in an attempt to be presentable before God. In thinking they could work their way back into God's favor, they created the first man-made religion.

From the series: In the Beginning

In Genesis 2, God creates Eve as a companion to come alongside Adam. He then sets the foundation for marriage, the most intimate of human relationships, just before things go off the rails with the serpent.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

We are all doomed to spiritual death because of our fallen nature. But, through the free gift of grace in Jesus, we have been given spiritual life and hope for our future.

From the series: Romans: More than Conquerors

We're going to talk about total depravity, which is an important subject, especially as it relates to our culture today.

From the series: Kingdom Come

We look at walking naked, talking serpents and other weird things from Genesis 3. We're continuing our series, Kingdom Come, on the big themes of the Bible.

From the series: Believe

Explores the theme of sin and its consequences, particularly the fall in the Garden of Eden. Discusses the nature of sin, its impact on humanity, and the separation it causes between humans and God. Also delves into the characteristics of Satan and the deception in the garden, emphasizing the importance of understanding the Bible's teachings on sin and redemption.

From the series: Once Upon a Marriage

Examines marriage's biblical roots, starting from Genesis, emphasizing oneness and unity as God's vision. It discusses challenges within marriages post-Fall, attributing tension and difficulty to sin and societal deterioration. Encourages viewing marriage through God's design, aiming for unity, support, and love, despite the imperfections inherent in human relationships.

From the series: FAQs

Explores the nature of evil and suffering, emphasizing that they result from human sin and the curse affecting all creation. It reassures believers that God is both sovereign and caring, having a plan for the redemption of all suffering and evil through Jesus Christ, who sympathizes and intercedes for us.

From 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.

From the series: Standalone Messages

Addresses why suffering exists in a world created by a good God. It explores theological perspectives, emphasizing that God permits but does not desire evil, using suffering to draw people closer to Him. Highlights the importance of faith and trust in God's ultimate plan and the promise of future redemption and healing.

From the series: FAQs

Explores the reasons behind Jesus' incarnation, focusing on God's love and desire for a relationship with humanity. It discusses God's self-sufficiency, the significance of creation, and humanity's fall into sin. Emphasizes God's plan for redemption through Jesus' sacrifice, highlighting His grief over sin and His enduring love and patience, giving time for people to repent and turn to Him.

From the series: Believe

Discusses the consequences of sin, as illustrated in Genesis 3, where Adam and Eve's disobedience leads to the fall of humanity. It highlights how sin entered the world through deception, resulting in suffering, separation from God, and the curse that affects all of creation.

From 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.

If God made everything, did he make evil too? A clear answer to a hard question, and why evil is the absence of God rather than his creation.