Reading Genesis 11 Together When Human Unity Replaces God — and Why God Disrupts It This chapter is not just about language; it’s about where agreement ends and faithful dissent begins (Dissent that flows from obedience to God, not rebellion against Him). It exposes the danger of unity without God and invites us to rediscover obedience that sometimes looks like holy resistance…
Covenant After the Flood: Promise, Fragility, and God’s Faithfulness Genesis 9 and 10 answer a quiet but urgent question:What happens after deliverance? The flood is over. Humanity steps into a renewed world. And yet, God knows that while the earth has been cleansed, the human heart still needs redemption. 1. God’s Covenant: Repeating the First Blessing After the flood,…
Reading Genesis 7–8 Together When Obedience Carries Us Through the Flood Genesis 7 and 8 tell the story of rain, rising waters, silence, waiting, and finally—remembering. But beneath the floodwaters lies a deeper story: a man who trusted God without evidence, a God who took responsibility for salvation, and a world preserved by grace. Let’s reflect. 1….
Reading Genesis 6 Together: Reflections on Sin, Judgment, and God’s Mercy Genesis 6 is a pivotal chapter. Humanity’s sin has escalated, God’s grief is revealed, and yet His plan of redemption quietly unfolds. As we read, let’s pause verse by verse, ask questions, and let God speak to us about holiness, judgment, and grace. Verses 1–2: The “Sons of…
Reflection on Mathew 19:1-12 Introduction When Jesus speaks about marriage in Matthew 19, He does not begin with rules.He does not begin with exceptions.He begins with “the beginning.” The Pharisees come with a question meant to test Him:“Is it lawful for a man to divorce his wife for any cause?” But Jesus answers with something deeper.He takes them past…
Matthew 20:20–28 The Kingdom of God has a way of surprising us. When we expect a ladder to climb, Jesus hands us a towel. When we assume winning means standing above others, Jesus stoops low and invites us to follow Him there. Matthew 20:20–28 captures one of those moments where human ambition speaks out loud—and…
Scripture Reading: Genesis 1:1; Hebrews 11:3; John 1:14; Ecclesiastes 3:11 Introduction: When Life Doesn’t Add Up There are moments in life when things simply don’t make sense.Moments when logic fails us.Moments when answers feel just out of reach. Whether we sit in faith or in doubt, every human heart asks the same question at some point:“Why are we here?”“Why…
Scripture: Philippians 2:5–11 “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus…” Picture this: a crowd of people, shoulder to shoulder, staring up at the sky. They say, “Let us build a tower, reaching heaven itself. Let us make a name for ourselves. Let us secure our place among the stars.” Sounds bold, even admirable—but pause for…
Reading Genesis 5 Together: Reflections on Life, Legacy, and God’s Plan Genesis 5 might appear to be “just names and ages,” but genealogies in Scripture are far more profound than they seem. They serve as a tapestry that traces God’s faithfulness, highlights human mortality, and quietly points toward Jesus—the ultimate fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. As we read, reflect,…