Struggling Faith (Genesis 32:1-32)

February 6, 2022Passage:  Genesis 32:1-32Speaker:  Josh HollandMain Point:  Don’t DIY — let God fight for you and believe He cares for you. I. God prepares us for what is ahead.  (v.1-2)            A. The conflict we face is spiritual.  (cf. Eph. 6:12)            B. Be encouraged and walk in courage. II. Deliverance only comes by faith in…

God of Peace (Genesis 31:14-55)

January 30, 2022Passage:  Genesis 31:14-55Speaker:  Josh HollandMain Point:  The Giver of peace gives generously to teach us to walk by faith. I. Walk forward in faith, don’t run in fear.  (31:14-21)            A. Recounting God’s provision corrects my vision.            B. Our unity begins with our hope in Jesus Christ.            C. Cast off the idols that steal…

Growing Hope (Genesis 30:25-31:13)

January 23, 2022Passage:  Genesis 30:25-31:13Speaker:  Josh HollandMain Point:  Choose to hope in God and fear starts to lose its grip. I. Remembering God’s promises refreshes my hope.  (29:31-35)            A. Jacob had humble hope and quiet confidence.            B. Grace is simply about a relationship with God.            C. Rely on God and only God. II. Trusting in…

Misplaced Desire (Genesis 29:31 – 30:24)

January 16, 2022Passage:  Genesis 29:31 – 30:24Speaker:  Josh HollandMain Point:  I gain hope as I cast my cares on God and praise Him through thick and thin. I. I learn more of God’s love song when I suffer.  (29:31-35)            A. We will all encounter bitter disappointment.            B. The brokenhearted who hope in God find healing.           …

God Works In Amazing Ways (Matthew 2:1-15)

December 26, 2021Passage:  Matthew 2:1-15Speaker:  Bill KnepperMain Point:  Keep your eye on Jesus and trust the plan of God. I. Those seeking the truth will find it.            A. The Magi were scholars seeking truth.            B. A relentless search for truth will lead to the light. II. Some prefer to live a lie.            A. King Herod…

Too Busy To Notice (Luke 2:1-11)

December 19, 2021Passage:  Luke 2:1-11Speaker:  Josh HollandMain Point: Be intentional about coming to Jesus as we celebrate His birth. I. The greatest event in history is the coming of the Messiah. (1-3)            A. The birth of Jesus was expected and looked-for.            B. Jesus was born in a busy time, busy place with busy people.            C.…

Count the Ways (Genesis 29)

December 12, 2021Passage:  Genesis 29:1-35Speaker:  Josh HollandMain Point: We see God’s love in the cross, through life’s turns and in times of loss. I. God’s love for us is greater than we realize. (1-14)            A. Have great expectations of our good God.            B. Jacob gives me a glimpse of how much Jesus loves us.            C.…

Confident Walk (Genesis 28)

December 5, 2021Passage:  Genesis 28:10-22Speaker:  Josh HollandMain Point:  Don’t run in fear; worship Jesus, and walk confidently with Him. I. The Lord is my strength. (10-15)            A. God brings me to the place of greatest need.            B. God reveals his interest in my life.            C. In Christ I have God’s promise, presence and provision. II.…