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Genesis

July 14, 2024 • Pastor Jim Kennington • Genesis 38

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Genesis 38 is often considered one of the most challenging chapters in the Bible due to its content, which includes themes of sexual immorality and deception. The chapter focuses on Judah, one of Jacob's sons, and his interactions with his daughter-in-law, Tamar. Judah's family is established through his marriage to a Canaanite woman, which results in three sons. However, tragedy strikes as two of his sons are struck dead by God for their wickedness. Tamar, left without a husband or children, devises a plan to secure her future by disguising herself as a prostitute and seducing Judah, resulting in the birth of twins, Perez and Zerah.

This chapter, while seemingly an interruption in the narrative of Joseph's life, serves a crucial purpose. It highlights the moral decline of Judah's family and underscores the necessity of removing them from the corrupting influence of Canaan. It also demonstrates God's sovereignty and grace, as He uses flawed individuals to fulfill His divine purposes. Ultimately, Genesis 38 shows that God's plans are not thwarted by human sinfulness and that He can bring redemption and hope out of the most unlikely circumstances.

Was There In Prison

July 21, 2024 • Pastor Tung Le • Genesis 39

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Conspired Against Him

July 7, 2024 • Pastor Tung Le • Genesis 37:11–36

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These Are the Generations

June 30, 2024 • Pastor Tung Le • Genesis 36:1—37:11

Click https://storage2.snappages.site/2kvnh3/assets/files/063024-discussion-guide-final.pdf for the Community Group discussion guide! In this sermon, we explore the transition from Jacob to Esau and then to the beginning of Joseph's story in Genesis chapters 36 and 37. We delve into the genealogy of Esau's descendants and the significance of the seemingly mundane list of names, revealing God's greater purpose and plan beyond our immediate circumstances. As we transition to Joseph's story, we are reminded that God is a big picture God, orchestrating events and guiding His people according to His divine plan, even when it's not immediately apparent to us.