Genesis Church

Life’s challenges are not only unavoidable but necessary for growth. The twists and turns of life aren’t obstacles but opportunities, essential for discovering your deeper purpose. Trusting the process requires humility, patience, and faith that God is working even when life feels uncertain.

Curiosity and uncertainty aren’t roadblocks on your spiritual journey—they are the sacred detours that shape it.

Healing and freedom flow when you realize God isn't mad at you. The transforming message of God's grace.

Oprah Winfrey - “The single greatest thing you can do to change your life today would be to start being grateful for what you have right now.”

Exploring a profound challenge to our instincts for self-preservation, self-defense, and the pursuit of personal honor.

At its heart, the Eucharist—the communion table—is God’s invitation for us to join in a divine family meal, to sit down with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in a communion that’s both familiar and deeply mysterious.

Sins are not atoned or PAID for, they are forgiven. The blood of Christ doesn't change God's mind it changes ours. Rodeen Williams: "We do not invoke his presence, He captures our awareness"

The table is a place to encounter the living Christ, who is present and active, not merely remembered. The Eucharist and Scripture work together to reveal Christ… Scripture and the breaking of bread both play a role in opening eyes.

Sacraments are more than symbols; they are acts in which God is present and active. A sacrament is more than a symbolic ritual; it is God acting through the sign to accomplish what it signifies. In sacramental Christianity, we believe that God is not only present in these moments, but He is working to do what these symbols represent.

We want to explore the idea of sacraments—what they are, how they work, and what they reveal about the presence of God in our lives. Sacraments are more than symbols; they are acts in which God is present and active. As we explore baptism, communion, and the broader sacramental reality, we will see how these practices invite us into a deeper encounter with God.

Throughout this series we've emphasized the distinction between true faith and the dangers of magical thinking, particularly in the context of prayer. True faith is relational—focused on deepening communion with God, rather than seeking control over circumstances.

Magical thinking in prayer seeks to control outcomes, focusing on manipulation rather than submission. Intercession isn't convincing God, it's freeing ourselves to participate in God's providence and trust that He will do what's loving and redemptive.

True prayer is a deep surrender to God, beyond the expectation of outcomes. It is not about controlling events but allowing God to be God in us.

2 Cor 5:16 "Therefore, from now on, I no longer know anyone according to the flesh. I no longer see people from a human point of view. This is a radical and most defining moment. No label that could possibly previously identify someone carries any further significance.

"The ultimate touchstone of friendship is not improvement, neither of the other nor of the self, the ultimate touchstone is witness. The privilege of being seen by someone, and the equal privilege of being granted the sight of the essence of another." (David White)

Join us as we challenge a flawed perspective on humanity, God, and our fallen world! . . . this Sunday @10:30a: "You Do Not Have a Sin Nature!"

Each person is not a problem to be solved, but a mystery to get to the bottom of. 1. Diminisher - individuals who either make others feel small and unseen. 2. illuminator - someone who shines a light on them, making them feel valued and respected.

This Sunday, we're exploring a profound journey that many of us can relate to: moving from despair to hope. In these challenging times, it's essential to understand how we can transition from moments of darkness to a place of light and optimism. Our talk is titled "From Despair to Hope: A New Path," and we will delve into three primary points: recognizing despair, discovering hope, and walking the...

Discover the peace that comes from trusting in God's provision as we explore Jesus' teachings on anxiety from Matthew 6. Learn how to let go of worry, knowing that trouble has an expiration date and God's care is everlasting.

It's not about "replacing" our thoughts, as is commonly taught, but rather about starting from a different perspective. It's more about discovery and uncovering than any effort to replace them!

Worrying does not empty tomorrow of its troubles, it empties today of its strength. In this talk Jeff will explain the primary way worry gains it's leverage and three principles Jesus gives us to defeat it.

Often at the expense of your feelings and reasoning comes crashing in a common cliche, “just trust the Lord with all your heart.” Is this right? Is this what God requires?

Do you believe God has a word for His people, and specifically for the LGBTQIA+ community?

"This is the covenant that I will make with them after those days, says the Lord: I will put My laws into their hearts, and in their minds I will write them," 17 then He adds, "Their sins and their lawless deeds I will remember no more." (the Apostle Paul)

Christianity is not a doctrine or collection of doctrines to follow but a Person to follow. A relationship to that Person we’re following.