Expositional Excerpts

Genesis 49 contains the deathbed blessing of Jacob on his sons (and two of his grandsons). We discover that these blessings are really shaping the future. In the process of going through each of the sons we learn important lessons along the way. Introducing the chapter, we learn in vv. 1-2 that 1) God reveals the future through his messengers and message. Then, in vv. 3-4 we see that 2) Sinful Act...

Genesis 49 contains the deathbed blessing of Jacob on his sons (and two of his grandsons). We discover that these blessings are really shaping the future. In the process of going through each of the sons we learn important lessons along the way. Introducing the chapter, we learn in vv. 1-2 that 1) God reveals the future through his messengers and message. Then, in vv. 3-4 we see that 2) Sinful Act...

Today, we continue discussing the topic of maturing faith as we look at Genesis 48. We are governed by the idea that we need to strive to develop a mature faith. What does a mature faith look like? In vv. 1-7 we learned that 1) A Mature faith develops confidence in the future from past blessings. Now, in vv. 8-22 we see that 2) A Mature faith knows that God’s ways are not man’s ways.

Today, we begin discussing the topic of maturing faith as we look at Genesis 48. We are governed by the idea that we need to strive to develop a mature faith. What does a mature faith look like? In vv. 1-7 we learn that 1) A Mature faith develops confidence in the future from past blessings.

This chapter looks at the concept of God's chosen people living in a foreign land. In vv. 1-12 we learn that 1) God’s people should be prepared to appear before Kings. Then, in vv. 13-27 we see that 2) God may use wise leaders who follow him to ensure that his chosen survive and also bring blessing to others around them. Finally, in vv. 28-31 we learn that 3) God’s people must never lose sight...

This chapter looks at the concept of God's chosen people living in a foreign land. In vv. 1-12 we learn that 1) God’s people should be prepared to appear before Kings.

In Genesis 46, we are observing the fact that in addition to God calling his people  out  of Egypt (Hos. 11:1), he also  sends  them  into  Egypt, as we are seeing in this chapter. In vv. 1-7 we learned that 1) Leaving one place from which God has led a person to another may require a reassurance of God’s promises. In vv. 8-27 we see that 2) Believers must be thorough in obeying the leading of the...

As we begin discussing Genesis 46, we learn that in addition to God calling his people out of Egypt (Hos. 11:1), that he also sends them into Egypt, as we are seeing in this chapter. In vv. 1-7 we learn that 1) Leaving one place from which God has led a person to another may require a reassurance of God’s promises.

Genesis 45 is a chapter of "Reconciliation and Hope." In vv. 1-8 we learned that 1) Having a proper view of the Sovereignty of God will enable the believer to be reconciled with others. In vv. 9-15 we see that 2) Forgiveness is the pathway to full reconciliation. Then, in vv. 16-20 we learn that 3) God rewards his faithful servants. In vv. 21-24 we see that 4) Believers should dutifully...

Today, on Christmas, we want to focus in on the fact that Jesus is the Prince of Peace. We must understand the possibility of peace with Jesus! JESUS MAKES IT POSSIBLE TO HAVE PEACE WITH GOD JESUS MAKES IT POSSIBLE TO HAVE PEACE WITHIN JESUS MAKES IT POSSIBLE TO HAVE PEACE WITH OTHERS JESUS MAKES IT POSSIBLE TO HAVE GLOBAL   PEACE

Genesis 45 is a chapter of "Reconciliation and Hope." In vv. 1-8 we learn that 1) Having a proper view of the Sovereignty of God will enable the believer to be reconciled with others.

In this chapter we are learning about "The Pain of Sin." In vv. 1-17 we learned that 1) God may test his people’s love and concern for others because of past sin. Now, in vv. 18-34 se see that 2) True repentance will bring about a change in behavior when given the opportunity to sin again.

In this chapter we are learning about "The Pain of Sin." In vv. 1-17 we learn that 1) God may test his people’s love and concern for others because of past sin.

Genesis 43 is a "Journey to Reconciliation." In this chapter we see that  we must position ourselves to be ready for reconciliation at all times . In vv. 1-15 we learned that 1) God’s people must take  responsibility  in order to properly discharge their duties. Then, in vv. 16-25 we see that 2) God’s people should make  restitution  for any appearance of wrongdoing. Finally, in vv. 26-3...

Genesis 43 is a "Journey to Reconciliation." In this chapter we see that we must position ourselves to be ready for reconciliation at all times . In vv. 1-15 we learn that 1) God’s people must take  responsibility  in order to properly discharge their duties.

In chapter 42, we are covering the narrative section where Joseph's brothers are driven to the land of Egypt because of the famine, and one of the themes that emerges is the idea that "Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out." In vv. 1-5 we learned that 1) God uses natural circumstances to bring about his will. Now, in vv. 6-28 we see that 2) God’s leaders must be able to discern the char...

In chapter 42, we are covering the narrative section where Joseph's brothers are driven to the land of Egypt because of the famine, and one of the themes that emerges is the idea that "Be Sure Your Sin Will Find You Out." In vv. 1-5 we learn that 1) God uses natural circumstances to bring about his will.

"From Poverty to Prominence: Being Used of God," that's the theme of Genesis 41:37-57. In vv. 37-45 we learned that 1) God’s reward’s may be in proportion to one’s trials. Today, we see in vv. 46-52 that 2) God’s servants must continue to live uprightly even in newfound positions of power. Finally, in vv. 53-57 we learn that 3) God’s word will prevail and only those who take it serio...

"From Poverty to Prominence: Being Used of God," that's the theme of Genesis 41:37-57. In vv. 37-45 we learn that 1) God’s reward’s may be in proportion to one’s trials.

Gen. 41:1-36 covers "The King's Dreams" and the topic of the will of God, specifically understanding God's will. In vv. 1-8 we noticed that 1) The Nations of the World Cannot Understand God’s Plans for the People. We finish up discussing the last part of v. 8 and then move on to the final section. In vv. 9-36 we see that 2) God Uses His People to Explain His Revelation to the Nat...

Gen. 41:1-36 covers "The King's Dreams" and the topic of the will of God, specifically understanding God's will. In vv. 1-8a we notice that 1) The Nations of the World Cannot Understand God’s Plans for the People.

Genesis chapter 40 - "All Interpretations Belong to God." We are governed by the idea that  We need to a live a life that demonstrates active trust in God! In vv. 1-8 we learned that 1) Believer’s should be ready to testify of God at all times and in all circumstances. Then, in vv. 9-19 we saw that 2) Not all news is good news. Now, in vv. 20-22 we learn that 3) When God is in something,...

Genesis chapter 40 - "All Interpretations Belong to God." We are governed by the idea that  We need to a live a life that demonstrates active trust in God! In vv. 1-8 we learned that 1) Believer’s should be ready to testify of God at all times and in all circumstances. Now, in vv. 9-19 we see that 2) Not all news is good news.

We begin looking at Genesis chapter 40 which I titled as "All Interpretations Belong to God." We are governed by the idea that We need to a live a life that demonstrates active trust in God! In vv. 1-8 we learn that 1) Believer’s should be ready to testify of God at all times and in all circumstances.

Genesis 39 takes us back to Joseph where we see him display great  Personal Integrity . If we want to be people of integrity as well, then we need to learn some of the principles that we see in this chapter. In vv. 1-6a we learned that 1) God is with his people wherever they may be. In vv. 6b-10 we saw that 2) God may allow his people into situations where they are tested. Now, in vv. 11-12 we lea...