Category Archives: Sermon

Joseph: Faith Accepts the Unexpected (Gen 46-48)

Does God always do what you expect Him to do when you expect Him to do it? If we are honest, the answer is an emphatic “No”. This is because God is not as interested in our schedule (or to-do list) as He is His own. Our God—who “works all things according to the counselContinueContinue reading “Joseph: Faith Accepts the Unexpected (Gen 46-48)”

Joseph: Forgiveness Instead of Vengeance (Gen 43-45)

It has been said that revenge is a dish best served cold. I am not sure if that is true, but I do know that it is a dish that does not satisfy. Revenge may feel good, but the good feeling sours quickly. In fact, revenge never satisfies. Vengeance is a trap of the DevilContinueContinue reading “Joseph: Forgiveness Instead of Vengeance (Gen 43-45)”

Joseph: According to Plan (Genesis 41)

Knowing that God is in control might not make your circumstances any easier, but it will make it easier to endure your circumstances. For example, Joseph knew that God was in control of his life. Even though it did not make his time in an Egyptian dungeon any easier, knowing that God is in controlContinueContinue reading “Joseph: According to Plan (Genesis 41)”

Joseph: A Guilty Conscience (Genesis 42)

A guilty conscience must not be ignored. A guilty conscience is the result of unresolved guilt and unresolved guilt manifests itself in misery. Two famous literary examples of guilt are found in Edgar Allan Poe’s The Tell-Tale Heart and William Shakespeare’s Macbeth. In The Tell-Tale Heart, a guilty man hears the heartbeat of the manContinueContinue reading “Joseph: A Guilty Conscience (Genesis 42)”

Land That I Love (Jeremiah 29:4-7)

Every 4th of July I find myself singing, “God Bless the USA” by Lee Greenwood. I am unapologetically proud to be an American. I am not only proud to be an American, I am proud to be a Christian. In fact, it is best to say that I am proud to be a Christian livingContinueContinue reading “Land That I Love (Jeremiah 29:4-7)”

VBS: Galactic Starveyors

For those who grew up with Vacation Bible School (VBS), the words bring back many memories. Some remember that it is usually hot. Some remember crafts, games, and Bible stories. I remember Kool-Aid and cookies. But most importantly, I remember gathering together with my friends and family to learn about Jesus. Today, VBS begins. ItContinueContinue reading “VBS: Galactic Starveyors”

A Godly Father’s Priorities

Today is Father’s Day. A day when our nation honors Fathers and thanks God for the vital role of Fatherhood. A young boy was once asked to give a definition of Father’s Day. He replied, “It’s just like Mother’s Day, only you don’t spend as much on the present.” This is true because all dadContinueContinue reading “A Godly Father’s Priorities”

Joseph: Ministering in Misery (Genesis 40)

Are you a fair-weather fan? Fair-weather fans only show their support during the good times. For devoted fans, being called a fair-weather fan is an insult. They might reply: “I support my team win or lose because I’m committed!” A more important question is: “Do you have a fair-weather faith?” In other words, is itContinueContinue reading “Joseph: Ministering in Misery (Genesis 40)”

Joseph: Resisting Temptation (Genesis 39)

Out of the frying pan and into the fire! When we last left Joseph, his brothers—who hated him—came very close to killing him. They resented him for being the favorite child and for his dream of being their ruler one day. They relented on murder, however, and decided instead to sell him into slavery toContinueContinue reading “Joseph: Resisting Temptation (Genesis 39)”