Genesis House Church - Okotoks, Alberta - Podcast

A message during this Advent season on the source of our Hope, which is Christ Jesus. Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7 Truths about God's Hope: 1.) Hope is available even in times of darkness 2.) Hope has a name 3.) Hope is anchored in God's character and faithfulness to His promises 4.) Hope has perfect timing

The forty-third message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. Following Christ and and sharing it everywhere. Scripture: Luke 9:57-62 Three Hindrances to Following Christ: 1.) Earthly Comfort (v57-58) 2.) Earthly Responsibilities (v59-60) 3.) Earthly Relationships (v61-62)

The forty-second message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. The test of greatness. Scripture: Luke 9:46-56 Response in Prayer and Life: 1.) In what area of your life do you often see yourself as being superior to others, even to the point of exclusion? 2.) Why do you think that is? (past hurts, cultural or family conditioning, etc.) 3.) What step is the Holy Spirit encouraging you to take, so that your heart aligns with Jesus’ heart, rather than the disciples?

The forty-first message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. The Jesus heals a demon-possessed boy. Scripture: Luke 9:37-43 Why Here and Why Now? The healing of the demoniac boy was a further picture of Jesus’ purpose in coming - a foreshadowing of His own death and resurrection: -- His descent from the mountain into brokenness (v.37) -- Jesus’ authority over Satan and his demonic forces (v.42) -- Jesus’ rebuke of the faithless generation and their unbelief (v.41) -- The boy’s violent experience (v.39, 42) -- Restoration of the boy and the '“giving back to his father (v.42) -- Amazed at God’s greatness (v.43)

The fortieth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. The Transfiguration of Jesus. Scripture: Luke 9:27-36 Our Response: 1.) When you think about Jesus, do you tend to see Him more as a friend, good teacher, or prophet - or as the ONE worthy of all your worship? (Philippians 2:10) 2.) Whose voice shapes your life the most? Who is that you listen to? 3.) How does knowing that Jesus chose the cross change the way you view His love for you and your willingness to trust Him?

On a weekend highlighting the persecution of Christian Church, the sermon aligns with others speaking on the International Day of Prayer for the Persecuted Church. Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

The thirty-ninth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. Peter identifies who Jesus is to him. Scripture: Luke 9:18-26 What Does Jesus Ask of Me? 1.) Deny self -- Reject self-centred living -- 2 Corinthians 5:15 "Jesus died for all, so that those who live no longer live for themselves but Him who died for them and was raised again 2.) Take up cross . -- Identify with Christ's suffering -- 1 Peter 4:13-14 "But rejoice inasmuch as you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when His glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests on you. 3.) Follow me -- Walk faithfully in Jesus' footsteps -- 1 John 2:6 "Those who say they live in God should live their lives as Jesus did."

The thirty-eighth message from the Book of Luke which highlights our response to Jesus’ Gospel. Feeding of the five thousand. Scripture: Luke 9:10-17 Becoming a Discple on Mission (D.O.M.): 1. The heart of ministry begins with a concern for people. 2. Jesus wants to partner with us in fulfilling His mission. 3. We are going to have to learn to be fully dependent on Jesus in the midst of our limitations and inadequacies.

Reasons for praising God and giving thanks are highlighted. Scripture: Various Lessons: 3 Reasons we praise and give God thanksgiving: 1. Because He is worthy 2. Because it’s a sacrifice offering that pleases God 3. Because it changes our perspective

Part 3 of 3 in the series on Women in Leadership within the church. Discussion includes topics related to Spiritual Gifts and Eldership. Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 16 Statement by Andrew as his current understanding: Paul was addressing a particular problem specific to the church at Ephesus in which false teaching was resulting in inappropriate behaviour. Paul was not necessarily giving a universal order to all women for all time not to teach or have authority over a man within the church context, but he was speaking against a domineering type of authority going on in Ephesus.