Promises and Priorities

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Promises and Priorities

Because God is always faithful to his promises, we are to prioritize the spiritual things of life.

February 4, 2024 • Pastor Bryan Arnett • Genesis 25:12–34

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Main Point: Because God is always faithful to his promises, we are to prioritize the spiritual things of life.

1. Leaving Ishmael (v. 12-18)

2. Following Isaac (v. 19-26)

3. Meeting Jacob & Esau (v. 27-34)

-Avoid Spiritual Short-Sightedness

-Avoid Spiritual Utilitarianism

-Pursue the Better Brother: Jesus

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Wrestlemania

May 12, 2024 • Pastor Bryan Arnett • Genesis 32

Sermon Notes - Genesis 32 - Wrestlemania Main Point: God allows us to wrestle in life, even with him, for our good and his glory. 1. Jacob Wrestles With Fear (1-21) -Jacob is assured of God's presence (1-2) -Jacob is afraid of Esau's arrival (3-8) -Jacob prays for God's deliverance (9-12) -Jacob prepares for Esau's arrival (13-21) 2. Jacob Wrestles With God (22-32) -Jacob is alone (22-24a) -Jacob wrestles with God (24b-25) -Jacob receives God's blessing (26-29) -Jacob is forever changed (30-32)

God Brings Jacob Home

May 5, 2024 • Pastor Bryan Arnett • Genesis 31

Sermon Notes - Genesis 31 - God Brings Jacob Home Main Point: God protects his people and always brings them home. 1. Jacob's Obedient Departure (1-21) 2. Laban's Selfish Anger (22-35) 3. Jacob's Righteous Anger (36-42) 4. Laban's Defeated Departure (43-55)

God's Unstoppable Blessings

April 28, 2024 • Pastor Bryan Arnett • Genesis 30:25–43

Sermon Notes - Genesis 30:25-43 - God's Unstoppable Blessings Main Point: God works through human efforts to accomplish his will and administer his blessings. 1. God's Blessings Discussed (25-34) 2. God's Blessings Displayed (36-43) -Superstitious Traditions -Wise Practices -Trust in God