Making All Things New: The Book of Genesis
Like Father, Like Son
Rev. Reuben Foncardas
Genesis 25:19-34
The God who created the universe has become our heavenly Father through Jesus Christ our saviour. The Holy Spirit testifies with our spirit that we are children of God (Rom. 8:14-16). God our Father is holy. So we must strive to be holy.
From the account of Isaac and his sons, Esau and Jacob, we learn lessons that will produce godliness in our lives and in those around us.
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1. Trust God and his plans.
• Wait patiently for God to fulfill his promises
• Work diligently with God to accomplish his purposes
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2. Transfer godly habits.
• Sin pattern often pass through the generations. But so can faith and godly virtues.
• Jesus can redeem children from “the empty life inherited from ancestors” (1 Peter 1:18)
• Growing up in a believing home is a tremendous blessing to a child.
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3. Treasure spiritual blessing.
• Never throw away what is honourable for the sake of temporary pleasure. Respect what is holy.
• Christians are joint heirs with Christ (Rom. 8:17, Titus 3:4-7) because we are children of God (John 1:12, Rom. 8:14-16)
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Personal Reflection:
a. Are you a child of God?
b. Are you a “holy” child of God?
Like Father, Like Son
DTM | October 9th, 2022
October 9, 2022 • Rev. Reuben Foncardas • Genesis 25:19–34
The Power of Forgiveness
November 27, 2022 • Rev. Ho-Ming Tsui • Genesis 50
Sermon Notes Making All Things New: Book of Genesis The Power of Forgiveness Rev. Ho-Ming Tsui Scripture: Genesis 50 ——— What is God’s providence? The often-imperceptible work of God to fulfill his good purposes. God’s Providence in Scripture (Phil. 2:13; Eph. 1:11-12; Romans 8:28) ——— What does trusting in God’s providence practically entail? (Gen. 50:19-20) 1. Leaving the righting of wrongs to God: God’s providential work IN us (v. 19) 2. Seeing God work for our ultimate good - God’s providential work FOR us (v. 20) 3. Forgiving those who hurt you and showing gratitude (and even) affection - God’s providential work THROUGH us (v. 21)
On the Path to Humility
November 13, 2022 • Rev. Ho-Ming Tsui • Genesis 37
Making All Things New: The Book of Genesis On the Path to Humility Rev. Ho-Ming Tsui Genesis 37 Consequences of Favouritism ——— 1. Envy: Joseph’s brothers were filled with envy (v. 20) Two ways to handle envy a) Build yourself up b) Bring others down We say that people are proud of being rich, or clever, or good-looking, but they are not. They are proud of being richer, or cleverer, or better-looking than others. —C.S. Lewis ——— 2. Pride: Joseph puffed up with pride (v.9) ——— 1. How do avoid favouritism? A Word to Parents Are you shaping your children to believe that your love for them is predicated on their performance and behaviour? Is it consistently communicated to them that their parent’s love rises and falls on how they perform or behave? How you interact with others (including how your parent) exposes who you think God is. On a practical note… • Acknowledge that you have unique relationship with each child • Be proactive in showing love to each child • Craft out intentional family time ——— 2. How to I overcome envy and pride? A Word to Children Allow your heavenly Father to meet your deepest needs Learn to honour your parents — not idolize them. ——— Conclusion: Lean into the Father’s love…