Genesis

May 10th – Genesis 16:13

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Genesis 16:13

There are days when we feel unseen. Like we’re just going through the motions, invisible in the crowd. Our tears go unnoticed, and our prayers seem to echo in silence. But Genesis 16:13 reminds us of a powerful truth. God sees us. Just like He saw Hagar in the wilderness, alone and misunderstood, He sees us in the middle of our mess, confusion, and pain. Because we’re not just another face to our Creator. We are known, loved, and pursued. He sees the burdens we carry that no one else knows about. He sees the brave face we put on and the late-night prayers we whisper.

And from His great love, God doesn’t just notice us in passing. We have His full and undivided attention. The God who spoke galaxies into existence is the same God who calls us by name. He meets us in the desert places and gives us hope when it feels like there’s none. We are not forgotten. We are not overlooked. His eyes are on is. His heart is for us. And His presence is with us. Even when the world seems to pass us by, remember this. We are fully seen by the One who matters most.

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April 1st – Genesis 3:15

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Genesis 3:15

From the very beginning, when sin first entered the world, God had a plan. In the Garden of Eden, as darkness crept in through Adam and Eve’s disobedience, God spoke a promise. A glorious promise of redemption, a promise of victory. Genesis 3:15 is the first glimpse of Easter, the first whisper of the Cross. Though sin brought separation, God refused to leave us in our brokenness. He declared that one day, the enemy would be crushed. And that day came when Jesus stepped into our world. On the Cross, He bore the weight of our sin, fulfilling the promise spoken in the garden.

The serpent struck His heel, but in His Resurrection, Jesus crushed the enemy forever. Easter is the fulfillment of that beautiful promise. The victory of love over sin, light over darkness, and life over death. Because of Jesus, we are no longer captives to sin. Because of Jesus, we have the hope of eternity. Thank You, Lord, for Your love that never gave up on us. Thank You for writing redemption into our story from the very beginning. Your plan is perfect, and Your grace is beyond measure.

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April 29th – Genesis 8:22

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Genesis 8:22

Like the blooming flowers and lush fields, God’s promises blossom anew with each passing day. And just as seedtime and harvest endure, so too does the enduring grace of His word. With the gentle caress of a warming breeze, we feel our Father’s presence, a reminder of His unwavering commitment. Through the fragrant blossoms and tender shoots, we glimpse the eternal truth of His covenant, standing firm as the mountains and enduring as the heavens above. In the harmony of spring, every chirping bird and budding leaf sings praises to His name, a testament to His enduring love. Amidst the changing seasons, His promises remain a beacon of hope, guiding us through the ebb and flow of life’s journey. And as day follows night, His blessings unfurl in abundance, a testament to His boundless mercy and grace. So let us rejoice in the arrival of spring, for in its gentle embrace, we are reminded of the unchanging nature of God’s promises, forever faithful and true.

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January 12th – Genesis 12:1

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Genesis 12:1

When it comes to life advice I’ve always told my son, “People who never color outside the lines, lead a pretty boring life.” As is His way, sometimes God hands us the crayons and invites us to color outside the lines of our comfort box. Just like He did with Abraham. Heeding God’s call, Abraham left everything he knew to journey into the unknown. He accepted God’s invitation to embrace a new beginning, one that required unwavering trust and obedience. God’s call to Abraham reminds us that new beginnings often happen when we are willing to trust in His plans and obediently follow His lead. Especially when the path ahead is uncertain. When we trust God and step out of our comfort zone, we embark on a journey where fear transforms into faith, doubts into discoveries, and limitations into limitless possibilities. It’s a path of surrender and grace, where God unfolds His plans in ways that surpass our imagination, turning the ordinary into extraordinary.

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October 16th – Genesis 2:15

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Genesis 2:15

The garden of Eden was perfect. Beautiful, fruitful, and overflowing with abundance. Perfectly created by God, it provided everything man needed for life. Adam was tasked with the responsibility of looking after the garden. To be a good steward of the bountiful harvest the Lord so generously blessed him with. We too have been tasked to be stewards of the world around us. For we also have been generously blessed. And just as Adam was entrusted with the care of the garden, we are entrusted with the care of God’s creation. This involves cultivating and preserving not only the gardens of the physical world, but also the spiritual garden of our own hearts and minds. We should nurture the seeds of faith, kindness, and love. Keeping and tending our garden so our lives yield a spiritual harvest which reflects God’s abundant grace. Because like Adam, as stewards we play an integral role in maintaining the beauty and vitality of the Lord’s creation.

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October 1st – Genesis 1:29-31

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Genesis 1:29-31

I just love this time of year. The crispness in the air, the colder nights, and the beauty surrounding us as the season changes to Autumn. And as nature prepares to settle for winter, we are reminded of the the incredible extent of God’s provision. Carefully, thoughtfully, and with painstaking detail, He designed our world to overflow with abundance and sustenance. God, in His infinite wisdom and grace, provided a bounty of plants and fruits that are not only nourishing but also delightful to the senses. From the lush forests to the fertile fields, God’s provision is evident in throughout the earth. We can’t help but marvel at His wisdom and be filled with gratitude for all He has graciously provided. And God declaring that His creation was “very good” shows how deeply He  values everything He created. As stewards of this magnificent creation, we bear the responsibility to care for and honor the wondrous gift that is the world around us. Because it reflects the Creator’s glory and wisdom in every detail.

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September 16th – Genesis 1:16

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Genesis 1:16

“God made two great lights—the greater light to govern the day and the lesser light to govern the night. He also made the stars.”

I’m a star gazer. I love looking up at the night sky full of light. To see the stars twinkle, a meteor shooting across the sky, and the fullness of the moon, fill me with awe for our great Creator. And remind with of the intricacy in which God so loving and purposefully made our universe and everything in it. The sky and all it contains, serves as God’s reminder for us today. Just as these celestial bodies have distinct roles in governing our day and night, we can apply this concept to our own lives. It encourages us to recognize the importance of balance and order. We should strive to find equilibrium between the different aspects of our lives. Between work and rest, responsibilities and play, and light and darkness. Why? Because balance between our spiritual, personal, and worldly responsibilities helps us to better reflect God’s love. It equips us to serve others with compassion, and maintain the strength needed to face life’s challenges while also nurturing our relationship with God.

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September 3rd – Genesis 8:22

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Genesis 8:22

“While the earth remains, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter, day and night, shall not cease.”

With all the extreme weather happening across the planet, climate change seems to be the issue of the day. And the Bible is very clear. We are called to be good steward’s of God’s creation. To cherish this beautiful planet He gave us to live upon. Yet no matter the weather conditions, we never need worry about the cycle of seasons ending. Because as Creator of all things, God has ordained the changing seasons as a constant rhythm of life. Many are the uncertainties we face. But we can find peace knowing whatever gets thrown at us, what remains unchanged is the reliability of the seasons. And just as the earth continues to rotate, bringing forth spring, summer, autumn, and winter, we can trust in God’s faithfulness in our own lives. For His promises are reliable. And His grace, love, and mercy as guaranteed as the changing cold to hot. This allows us to live with the assurance that God is always present. And always guiding us through the different seasons of our personal journeys.

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June 29th – Genesis 50:17

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Genesis 50:17

“This is what you are to say to Joseph: I ask you to forgive your brothers the sins and the wrongs they committed in treating you so badly.’ Now please forgive the sins of the servants of the God of your father.” When their message came to him, Joseph wept.”

If there’s anyone who had a reason to hold a grudge and exact vengeance, it would be Joseph. Betrayed by his brothers and sold into slavery, Joseph had every right to hold bitterness in his heart against them. Yet Joseph’s response was one of forgiveness and compassion. Because he knew their actions were part of God’s greater plan. That same ability to forgive is within all of us who are rooted in deep faith and trust in God’s plan. Like Joseph, we can chose to see beyond the betrayal and harbor no bitterness in our hearts. Just as Jesus does for us, Joseph displayed empathy, understanding, and compassion. Because he knew all of us are flawed and capable of making mistakes. By extending forgiveness, Joseph embraced the opportunity for reconciliation and restoration, prioritizing love and unity over vengeance. His forgiveness is a testament to his remarkable character. And it serves as an inspiring example of the transformative power of forgiveness in our own lives.

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March 7th – Genesis 12:2

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Genesis 12:2

The idea of paying it forward isn’t a new fad. In fact it was God Himself who came up with the idea. Throughout the Bible we find that God blesses us to pay it forward and be a blessing to others. Why? Because when we use what God gives us to help and serve others, we show God’s love to the world. The blessings we receive from God, whether they be material possessions, skills, or talents, come with the responsibility to use them for good. For as we’re told in Luke 12:48, to whom much is given, much is required. Most of all, being blessed to be a blessing is a way of fulfilling God’s call to love and serve others. It reminds us that our blessings are not just for our own benefit, but are gifts that we can use to help others and make the world a better place. Look  at Abraham. Through him came the greatest blessing of all, our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

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