(Genesis 29:31-30:24) From the marginalized and the weak comes the One who sees us, hears us, is attached to us, and redeems us.

(Genesis 29:1-30)-While Leah appears to be a minor character in this passage, Pastor Joel shows how God’s love speaks to her and anyone else feeling unworthy.

(Genesis 27:1-45) In a story overflowing with the darkness of sin, God’s grace comes to undeserving people in extraordinary circumstances.

(Genesis 26) God is faithful and present in all places at all times, no matter what we do.

(Acts 10:34-43) Jesus is alive! And we celebrate his resurrection remembering that he is the ultimate peacemaker, lord of everything, and the perfect sacrifice for sin.

(Zechariah 9:9-12) Jesus is a righteous king whose rule brings salvation and peace; so we rejoice!

(Genesis 25:29-34) As the relationship between Jacob and Esau unfolds, each of their sin is clearly on display, and God’s choice to bless Jacob is a powerful example of his grace.

(Genesis 25) The story of Jacob and Esau’s birth shows God at work even in the middle of suffering.

(Genesis 24:1-67) Throughout human history God is working to bring a chosen people together for himself; giving us trust in him for our existence, blessing, and care.

(Matthew 6:19-24) While everything around us offers anything we could ever want, outside of Jesus there is nothing that we need.