Genesis Church Phoenix

Heather Gano- What does Jesus' love for children teach us about the Church today? In this message, Heather explores Mark 10:13–16, sharing her personal testimony of leaving the faith, experiencing God's grace, and finding her way back home. Discover why investing in children and teenagers is every disciple's responsibility—and how our stories can help lead the next generation to Christ.

DJ Uithoven- Love is a very familiar refrain in songs and music, even in our cynical modern era. That wasn’t any different back in 1985 when the song and movie debuted as enormous hits. Propelling each other to box office success has forever intertwined Power and BTTF in history. We see love on display in each, but maybe even more critically, we see the need for love to be tough and durable. We wi...

Pastor DJ Uithoven- “Hallelujah is a Hebrew word which means ‘Glory to the Lord.’ The song explains that many kinds of Hallelujahs do exist. I say: All the perfect and broken Hallelujahs have an equal value. It’s a desire to affirm my faith in life, not in some formal religious way but with enthusiasm, with emotion.“ - Leonard Cohen Leonard is right, Hallelujah should, and can, encompass our entir...

Pastor Justin Hege- Join us as we continue our Summer Jams series and take a deep look at living out a faith that steps away from the shallows and into a deeper trust in God.

Kristen Lunceford- Summer Jams is back, and one of Genesis’ most anticipated series of the year kicks off this Sunday with a high-octane 80s movie anthem that nods to something deeply true about the Christian life: following Jesus will eventually lead us beyond what feels safe, predictable, and controllable. Join us as we explore what it looks like to trust God in uncomfortable places, move past a...

We live like we have all the time in the world, but James reminds us that life is short and fragile. What if the way we’re spending our time, money, and energy isn’t aligned with what actually matters? This final week calls us to live with urgency, humility, and purpose anchored in prayer and committed to making an eternal impact.

Why is there so much tension, conflict, and unrest, even within us? James traces it back to something deeper: the kind of wisdom we’re living by. There’s a way of living driven by pride and self-interest and a way shaped by humility and peace. This week, we’ll uncover what’s fueling the battles in our lives and how to step into a better way.

Words are small, but they carry enormous power. They can heal or wound, build up or tear down, point people toward God or push them away. James says our words reveal what’s really going on inside us. This week, we’ll examine how our speech shapes our lives and how God wants to transform not just what we say, but our hearts behind it.

What if the kind of faith we claim to have isn’t actually alive? James pushes us into uncomfortable territory by asking a bold question: if your faith doesn’t move, is it even real? This week is about closing the gap between belief and action and stepping into a faith that actually shows up.

Pastor DJ Uithoven- Most of us would say we don’t play favorites but our actions often tell a different story. Whether it’s status, success, appearance, or influence, we can subtly treat people differently. James calls this out directly and reminds us that God’s kingdom operates on a different standard. This week, we’ll confront the biases we overlook and rediscover the power of mercy.

It’s possible to sit in church, hear truth, and still miss transformation. James warns us about a subtle but dangerous deception: mistaking hearing for doing. This week challenges us to move beyond information into obedience and shows us what real faith looks like in everyday life.

Life is full of moments where the path forward isn’t clear. Should I stay or go? Speak or stay silent? Trust or take control? James tells us that God generously gives wisdom. But there’s a catch: we have to trust Him fully. This week, we’ll explore how to hear God’s direction in the middle of uncertainty and what might be keeping us stuck.

We all want a strong faith, but few of us want the process that builds it. James opens with a surprising truth: trials aren’t obstacles to your faith, they’re the environment where it grows. This week, we’ll discover how God uses pressure, pain, and uncertainty to form something deeper in us and why what feels like breaking might actually be building.

Easter 2026- What do you do when life goes dark? Not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually—when a relationship fails, a diagnosis comes back, or the future you imagined disappears? We often believe that darkness is permanent, but Easter tells a different story. Join us as we discover why the resurrection didn't begin with bright lights, but "while it was still dark," and learn how hope...

Pastor DJ Uithoven- We all wear masks—at church, at work, even with God. But Lent isn’t a season for pretending. It’s a time to bring our real selves into the light. Jesus warns against performative faith: doing the right things for the wrong reasons, putting on a show while hiding our struggles. When we give up the need to appear perfect, we find deeper connection with God and others. Because the...

Pride is sneaky. It doesn’t always look like arrogance—it can show up in defensiveness, entitlement, or the refusal to admit we’re wrong. Lent begins with an invitation to humility: to follow Jesus, who “made himself nothing” and chose the downward path of love. Giving up pride isn’t about thinking less of ourselves—it’s about thinking of ourselves less. As we give up the need to always be right,...

We all live by stories we tell ourselves. Stories about who we are, what we need, and how the world works. Some of those stories are true but many are not. Over time, these false narratives can quietly shape our hearts, fueling fear, control, or shame. This time of year invites us to bring those stories into the light. Jesus promises that truth leads to freedom, not condemnation. As we give up the...

Pastor Justin McKennon- We all carry wounds—but when those wounds turn into grudges, they start to carry us. Holding onto bitterness can feel justified, even protective, but it ends up being a prison. Forgiveness is hard—but it’s not about excusing the hurt; it’s about releasing its hold. Lent challenges us to unclench our fists and let go of the offenses that are slowly stealing our peace.

As Paul brings this epic letter to a close, he reminds the Church of something crucial: we are strengthened by a God who builds things to last. Not temporary fixes or shallow faith, but deep-rooted resilience. The same God who began a good work in you is the One who will carry it to completion. In a world where so much feels fragile and fleeting, this message calls us to trust in a strength that d...

As Paul closes his letter, he gives a surprising amount of attention to people—ordinary believers with extraordinary faithfulness. He names over two dozen individuals, reminding us that God’s work happens not just through apostles, but through households, coworkers, risk-takers, and hard workers. This week we’ll explore what it means to value people over platform, and how the Church grows through...

As Paul wraps up his message to the Romans, he doesn’t just offer blessings—he asks for backup. Paul knows that gospel work is hard and that no one is called to do it alone. This week reminds us that while not all of us are called to preach or travel like Paul, all of us are called to link arms through prayer, encouragement, and generosity. The mission advances when the church moves shoulder to sh...

Paul reflects on his ministry calling—to preach the gospel where Christ has not been spoken. His driving ambition isn’t fame or comfort—it’s that people who’ve never heard would hear. Paul models a holy ambition: a life gripped by the gospel and compelled to share it. This week challenges us to consider what shapes our ambition. Are we content with comfort, or are we willing to live for something...

The Source of Hope by Genesis Church

In a world that celebrates individualism, Paul opens Romans 15 by calling the strong to bear with the failings of the weak. Not for the sake of tolerance, but for the sake of love and unity. Jesus didn’t live to please himself, and neither should we. This week challenges us to shift from personal preferences to shared purpose.

In Christ, we’re truly free. But that freedom comes with a responsibility: not to tear others down, but to build them up. Paul makes it clear that even if something isn’t wrong for you, it might become a stumbling block for someone else. And when that happens, love chooses restraint over rights. In a world obsessed with personal freedom, the way of Jesus calls us to something deeper. It calls us t...