Knollwood Baptist Church

Jacob’s family was a mess—but God used their brokenness to bring about the Messiah. Discover how He still brings blessing through Christ today.

In this sermon, Pastor Nathan unpacks how God preserves His people through every season. From Jacob’s reunion with Joseph to his blessing of Ephraim and Manasseh, we see that God goes with His people, provides for them, and fulfills His promises. This passage reminds us that God’s faithfulness doesn’t depend on our performance but on His sovereign grace. No matter the struggle, those who are in Ch...

In this sermon from Genesis 45:9–46:27, Pastor Chris shows how embracing God’s grace leads us to faithful obedience. As Jacob learns that Joseph is alive and prepares to journey to Egypt, we see God’s hand at work—providing, guiding, and fulfilling His promises. Even in uncertainty, God’s grace calls His people to trust and follow Him.

In this sermon from Genesis 42–45:8, Pastor Nathan walks us through the story of Joseph and his brothers—a story marked by betrayal, guilt, testing, and transformation. But at the heart of it all is God’s providence. What others meant for evil, God meant for good. When life brings hardship, how can we trust that God is still working? This message answers the question: How can the bad things in lif...

How do we glorify God in both hardship and success? In this sermon from Genesis 40–41, Pastor Nathan unpacks the story of Joseph — a man who honoured God whether forgotten in prison or exalted in Pharaoh’s court. Learn how true contentment helps us glorify God in every season, and how Joseph’s life points us to Christ, our greater hope.

In this sermon from Genesis 39, Pastor Matt shows how God’s presence sustains us through both temptation and trials. As Joseph faces false accusations and unjust suffering, we see that even in the darkest moments, God is at work for His purposes and glory.

** Do to technical difficulties, this sermon is from recovered audio** The resurrection of Jesus is not just a moment in history—it demands a response. In this Easter sermon, Pastor Nathan walks through Matthew 28 to show how God’s response to Christ’s sacrifice was resurrection, and how people today still respond in either denial or proclamation. The empty tomb changes everything. So how will you...

In this Palm Sunday sermon, Pastor Nathan Klahsen walks through Matthew 21:1–11 and the question at the heart of the Triumphal Entry: “Who is this?” As the crowds praise Jesus with shouts of “Hosanna,” they misunderstand the kind of King He truly is. Jesus doesn’t come to meet our expectations—He comes to fulfill God’s purpose: to reconcile sinners to a holy God. Listen in as we consider the ident...

In Genesis 38, we meet Judah at his worst—apathetic, immoral, and far from God’s covenant promises. But what’s remarkable isn’t just how low Judah falls—it’s how faithful God remains. This is a story of tragic sin, broken people, and stunning grace. In this sermon, Pastor Nathan Klahsen walks us through one of the messiest stories in the Bible to show that even when God’s people don’t care, God do...

Can God really be in control when evil seems to triumph? In this sermon from Genesis 37, Pastor Nathan unpacks the beginning of Joseph’s story — a story filled with jealousy, betrayal, and suffering. And yet, behind every moment, we see the firm providence of God at work. Even in the face of deep rebellion and painful injustice, God’s purposes cannot be thwarted. This message reminds us that God’s...

We explore the stark contrast between Esau and Jacob—two men with two very different legacies. Esau seemed successful: his descendants became kings and chiefs long before Israel ever had a nation. But behind that appearance was a life built on self-reliance and rejection of God’s promises. Jacob, on the other hand, quietly remained in the land, trusting in what he could not yet see. How do we meas...

In this sermon from Genesis 35 , Pastor Chris explores the theme of Hope in a World Filled with Pain . He begins with a thought-provoking question: Have you ever felt pain in a time that should have been pleasurable? Life in a fallen world is often marked by sorrow, even in moments that should bring joy. Yet, as Pastor Chris unpacks this passage, he points us to a greater reality— we have a hope t...

How should we respond when evil is done to us? Do we shrink back in fear like Jacob, take justice into our own hands like Simeon and Levi, or entrust our pain to the God who judges justly? In this episode, we dive into Genesis 34, one of the darkest chapters in the Bible, to wrestle with the challenge of trusting God’s justice instead of reacting in fear or vengeance. Through this passage, we’ll s...

Fear is something we all face, but how do we respond when it grips our hearts? In Genesis 32–33 , Jacob finds himself trapped between his past and his future, wrestling with fear and striving for control. Yet, through this struggle, God teaches him a vital lesson— true strength is found in surrender, and fear is fought through faithful obedience. In this sermon, we explore how Jacob’s journey mirr...

Life’s hardships often tempt us to take control, but God calls us to trust in His provision and protection. In this sermon from Genesis 30:25–31:55 , we see Jacob’s journey of learning to rely on God rather than his own schemes. Despite facing deception, uncertainty, and trials, Jacob experiences God’s faithfulness firsthand. What does this mean for us today? We may long for God to remove our stru...

Disappointment is something we all face, but have you ever considered that God might be using it to shape you? In this episode, Pastor Nathan Klahsen walks through Genesis 29:1–30:24, showing how God used disappointment in Jacob’s life to expose sin, build character, and point him toward something greater. We’ll explore how God’s discipline is an act of love, how trials reveal where we place our t...

Can God use sinful humanity to accomplish His good purposes? In this episode, we dive into Genesis 27 , a story of deception, favoritism, and brokenness—and yet, through it all, God’s sovereign plan prevails. Despite the failures of Isaac, Rebekah, Jacob, and Esau, God’s purposes remain unshaken. We’ll explore how God’s sovereignty works even through human sin , how this truth brings hope to those...