“If You Aim for Nothing—You Will Hit It Every Time.” In Genesis 28, Jacob dreams of a ladder reaching from earth to heaven, with angels ascending and descending—this vision that is a profound metaphor for human potential. This ladder isn’t just divine architecture; it’s a symbol of the vertical axis of meaning, a path each …
Category: Genesis
Sep 11
The Quiet Power of Sacrifice
Our text for this Sunday is Genesis 22:1-14, where we will be confronted with the idea of Sacrifice. Here is an article I enjoyed about this topic in our current life. In our fast-paced world, sacrifice might seem outdated—but it’s still the heartbeat of community and faith. Sacrifice isn’t just about giving something up; it’s …
Sep 03
Creation and Chaos: Living the Story
Genesis 1:1-2:4 In the beginning, there was chaos. Not destruction, but potential. The deep. The void. The Spirit hovered. And then—God spoke. Genesis 1:1–2:3 isn’t just a story about how the world began. It’s a liturgical poem, a sacred rhythm that reminds us: even in the midst of disorder, God creates. God blesses. God calls …
Sep 12
Outlandish Promises
Genesis 15:1-6 We have a term, “Hedge your bets.” This term means that we must have a contingency if our plans do not work out the way we would like. God does not hedge his bets. Instead of couching his promises in “if’s” and “probably’s,” God makes his promises in the most outlandish of promises. …
