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The sixth commandment is about much more than avoiding murder. Jesus reveals that God's concern is not only our outward actions but also our hearts. Hatred, anger, revenge, and bitterness all diminish the value of human life. Because God has shown us incredible grace through Christ, we are called to value life by pursuing reconciliation, extending grace, and allowing the Holy Spirit to rule o...

The fifth commandment marks a transition in the Ten Commandments. The first four commandments focus on our relationship with God, while the remaining six focus on our relationships with others. God begins with the family because it is the foundation of every healthy society. Honoring our parents is one of the primary ways we honor God's design and reflect His character to the world.

The Sabbath is God's gift of rest to His people. While Jesus fulfilled the Sabbath and changed how believers observe it, the wisdom behind the command remains. God calls us to intentionally create rhythms that help us rest in Him, trust Him, and delight in what He has done. True Sabbath rest is not found in a day. It is found in a Person. Jesus invites us to trust Him, delight in Him, and dev...

God's name represents His character, nature, authority, and glory. The third commandment calls us not merely to avoid misusing God's name, but to actively honor it. As followers of Christ, we should honor God's name through reverence, praise, and sincerity.

Dr. Mark Johnson President, Louisiana Christian University Prayer should be: Spiritual Personal Providential

Main Text: Genesis 40, Genesis 41 How can we remain consistent through the ups and downs in life? 1. Stay in spiritual shape. 2. Look for God at work. 3. Focus on the good. (Philippians 4:8)

Genesis 37:2-36 God has a dream and vision for your life. (Romans 8:29, Ephesians 2:10) Detours are the intended direction. 

Genesis 32:22-32 1. Don't run from loneliness. 2. Wrestle until He responds. (Matthew 7:7-8, 2 Chronicles 16:9 3. Walk in your new identity in Christ. (2 Corinthians 5:17, 1 Peter 2:9)

John 12:12-19

Scriptures: Genesis 22:1-14, Hebrews 11:17-19, James 2:21-23, James 1:2-4 Points: 1. God’s ultimate provision is the cross. 2. Your faith will be tested. “Abraham’s faith was weighed in the balance against common sense, affections, and ambitions.” - Derek Kidner

Scriptures: Genesis 12:1-4, Genesis 15:5-6, Galatians 3:5-9. Galatians 3:16 "All nations are blessed through Abram’s offspring." Points: Believe God’s Promise. Walk in Obedience.

Scriptures: Genesis 11:1-9 To know how it all started is to know who it is all about. Are we operating within in stewardship, or ownership? 3 responses we must have from the Tower of Babel: 1. Root our pride and return to humility. 2. Realize that God sees you and knows you. 3. Rest in God’s promise to care for you.

Scriptures: Genesis 6:5-14, Romans 3:10-12, Psalm 139:23-24, Genesis 6:22, Hebrews 11:7 Points: 1. Man’s Sinfulness 2. God’s Judgement 3. Noah’s Faithfulness “God’s wrath is not a cranky explosion but His settles opposition to the cancer.” - Becky Pippert

Scriptures: Genesis 3:7-24, Romans 8:20-21, Romans 5:12 Consequences of the Fall: 1. Spiritual warfare 2. Pain in childbirth 3. Relational conflict 4. Death and decay 5. Separation from God 3 Glimmers of God’s Grace: 1. Pursuit 2. Promise 3. Protection

Scriptures: Genesis 3:1-7, 2 Corinthians 2:11, Psalm 103:5, Romans 8:32, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Proverbs 3:5-6, Titus 2:11-12 What the enemy does: 1. Cast doubt on God’s Word. 2. Call God’s goodness into question. 3. Convince you nothing will happen. 4. Coax you into believing you know what’s good for you. 

Scriptures: Genesis 2:15-18, Genesis 2:7, Genesis 2:23-25, Hebrews 13:4 Points: 1. Every person bears the image of God. Imago Dei. 2. Every person has a mission. 3. Every person was made for companionship. 4. Every person should honor marriage.

Scriptures: Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:31-2:1, Colossians 1:16, 2 Corinthians 3:16, Deuteronomy 29:29 Points: Genesis is a historical and theological book written by Moses to the Israelites. Genesis helps us understand the Bible, our identity and purpose, and the world around us. 1. God is attentive to His creation. 2. God has a design for His creation. 3. God delights in His creation.

Scriptures: Genesis 1:1, Hebrews 11:3, Colossians 1:16-17, Romans 1:20 Points: 1. God is in Control 2. God makes Himself known 3. God has a Plan

Scriptures: Psalm 1:1-6, Psalm 1:2, Hebrews 4:12, James 1:22-24 Points: "The law of the Lord is the written Word of God that reveals who He is and how we should live in a relationship with Him." "To delight in the law of the Lord means you find joy and pleasure in reading, studying, and applying God’s word." 1. Consumption 2. Obedience 3. Discipline "Discipline complements...