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Good Plans - Joseph | Troubled Waters - 7

Good Plans - Joseph | Troubled Waters | Pastor Chris Heller

 

Genesis 43

This week we find Joseph in the midst of all the administration, distress, and business surrounding the needs in Egypt during time of famine, only to once again be interrupted by his brothers' return.

 

How will he handle this encounter? What test will he ask that they pass? How will he respond to seeing Benjamin?

 

Join us as we continue this epic account of this man of great character in a time of trouble.

Good Plans - Joseph | I'm So Blessed - 6

Good Plans - Joseph | I’m So Blessed | Pastor Chris Heller

 

Genesis 42

This week we will find Joseph now promoted to the highest place in Egypt! How will he handle success? What challenges will he face in this position of great influence?

 

Join us on Sunday as we continue the epic account of this man of great character in a season of abundance.

Good Plans - Joseph | Has God Forgotten Me? - 5

Good Plans - Joseph | Has God Forgotten Me? | Pastor Chris Heller

 

Genesis 41:1-45

This week we return to the prison that Joseph has been forgotten in to learn lessons on waiting patiently for the salvation of the Lord.

 

Why does He make us wait sometimes? What is His purpose in a long, drawn out trial?

 

Join us for Communion Sunday as we learn the goodness of God in those times He calls us to patiently wait on Him.

Good Plans - Joseph | Goodology - 4

Good Plans - Joseph | Goodology | Pastor Chris Heller

 

Genesis 40

 

Today, we’re going to step into Joseph’s story while he’s still in the waiting room of life—prison. God gives Joseph the ability to interpret others dreams, and in doing so we’ll watch how Joseph handles some trial and testing.

 

We’ll see how Joseph’s trust in God’s timing carries him through disappointment.

Good Plans - Joseph | Judah - 3

Good Plans - Joseph | Judah | Pastor Chris Heller

 

Genesis 37:12-36

How can this be a good plan? Joseph has been rejected, abandoned and thrown into a pit, only to be sold to a caravan of Ishmaelite's on their way to Egypt!

 

Some might say, "Where is God in this? How could a loving God allow this to happen to Joseph? I thought God was a good God?"

 

This Sunday we continue our story in Egypt as we open the next two chapters and witness the character of two brothers who are faced with sexual temptation -- one who succumbed (Judah) and one who succeeded (Joseph).

 

Join us this week as we learn how to combat lust, the Joseph way!

Good Plans - Joseph | The Pit - 2

Good Plans - Joseph | The Pit | Pastor Chris Heller

 

Genesis 37:12-36

Isn’t it GOOD to know that God has provided a roadmap for all of His children to follow (Romans 12:9-21), as well as a life for all His children to emulate  (Genesis 37:12-36), in how we overcome and respond to all the evil we are surrounded by? Within this very dark world, we’ve been called to shine our light.

 

God is GOOD… all the time.

Good Plans - Joseph | Intro - 1

Good Plans - Joseph | Good Plans | Pastor Chris Heller

 

Genesis 1:1-11

This Sunday we will begin our Fall sermon series, “Good Plans!”

Together, we’ll trace the life of Joseph and see how God’s goodness and favor carried him through hurts, betrayals, false accusations, abandonment, and even the challenges of success, fame and influence.

If you or someone you know have ever questioned God’s goodness in a hard season, this journey through Joseph’s story will be a powerful reminder and a real encouragement.

Grace To You - Galatians | At The Cross - 12

Grace To You - Galatians | At The Cross | Pastor Chris Heller

Galatians 6:10-18

Join us this Sunday as we conclude our summer series in the book of Galatians!

We've seen how Paul began his letter to the Galatians harshly, with agitation over the lies they were believing. But by the time he finishes his writing, he has a very different tone. What could have caused such a change in his message?

Grace To You - Galatians | Bringing In The Sheaves - 11

Grace To You - Galatians | Bringing In The Sheaves | Pastor Gabe Vanderstel

 

Galatians 6:7-9

Have you ever tried your hand at growing your own produce? It takes quality seeds, healthy soil, regular watering, and protection from harmful elements. The hope, of course, is to enjoy a harvest so abundant and sweet that everyone delights in the fruit.

The law of sowing and reaping is simple and unchanging: if you plant apple seeds, you’ll grow apple trees. Those seeds will never produce oranges, grapes, or watermelons—only apples.

This week, as we continue in our Galatians series, we turn to a small but powerful passage in chapter 6 where the Apostle Paul reminds us that the same principle applies to our spiritual lives. In just three verses, Paul gives us:

• A warning about what and where we sow
• A principle that shapes the outcome of our lives
• An encouragement for the weary to keep going in doing good

If you’ve ever felt tired in your walk with Christ, this message will breathe fresh hope into your heart. Let’s take Paul’s words to heart—sowing to the Spirit, trusting God with the harvest, and rejoicing in the reward that only He can give.

Grace To You - Galatians | Tie That Binds - 10

Grace To You - Galatians | Tie That Binds | Pastor Jon Adams

 

Galatians 6:1-6

I was raised with a deep appreciation for the military. The bravery, valor, and mindset of the American soldier has made the United States the greatest fighting force on the planet. While every soldier is committed to the completing of the mission, soldiers also have a responsibility to each other—a solemn duty to look out for one another in battle.

Last week, we talked about what it means to follow the Spirit in our individual lives. This week, Paul shifts to a related question: As we live in the Spirit, what’s our duty to each other? 

Paul has two commands to issue, and—just like the American soldier—he’s going to lay some serious responsibility on our shoulders to look out for each other.