We look at God’s blueprints for gender and marriage — and explore why they are so beautiful and fulfilling. … More God’s Blueprints for Gender and Marriage (Genesis 1 and 2, Ephesians 5)
Morning WorshipJuly 10, 2022 In this message, we finish our journey through Genesis. The themes of these final verses in some sense reflect the broader themes of the book: We can cling to God’s goodness, and we can cling to God’s promises. Featuring Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Music … More God Is So Good (Genesis 50:15-26
Morning WorshipJuly 5, 2022 In today’s message, we set out to solve a puzzle. Why does Moses tell us SO MUCH about Jacob’s death and burial? Along the way, we learn some principles for being good Bible readers, and we discover that we’re not home yet. Featuring Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church … More We’re Not Home Yet (Genesis 49:28 – 50:14)
Morning WorshipJune 26, 2022 Jacob gives parting words to his sons in Genesis 49. And we give parting words to our intern, Cody Beasley. Featuring Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Music is provided by Irene Collins, Lynne Walker and the Cedar Rock choir. About Us At Cedar Rock First … More Parting Words (Genesis 49:1-28)
Morning WorshipJune 19, 2022 Jacob is getting older. He’s about to pass on a blessing to his son and grandsons. What will you pass on to your kids and grandkids? We discuss as we study Genesis 48. Featuring Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Music is provided by Irene Collins … More Father’s Day: What Will You Pass On? (Genesis 48)
Morning WorshipJune 12, 2022 What if Joseph were your commencement speaker. What would he say? How would he challenge you? He’d probably challenge you to be a blessing and to keep eternity in mind. Featuring Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Music is provided by Irene Collins and the Cedar … More What if Joseph Were Your Commencement Speaker? (Genesis 47:13-31)
Morning WorshipJune 5, 2022 As God’s people, we live in (but not of) the world. What do we have to offer the world? Israel’s trek into Egypt shows us that we offer a different vision of the good life and a different definition of blessing. Featuring Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in … More What Do We Have to Offer the World? (Genesis 46:28 – 47:12)
Morning WorshipMay 29, 2022 God is faithful. Do you believe that? In Genesis 46, we see a portrait of God’s faithfulness — as we learn that God *has been* faithful, and God *will be* faithful for all eternity. Featuring Nathaniel Williams at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Music is provided by Irene … More A Portrait of God’s Faithfulness (Genesis 46:1-27)
Morning WorshipMay 22, 2022 The theme of forgiveness lies at the heart of the Joseph story. And though it’s easy for us to be moved by the drama of the story, the virtue itself is often hard to practice. Yet for those of us who have been forgiven by Jesus, we should regularly be asking … More The Power of Forgiveness (Genesis 45)
Morning WorshipMay 8, 2022 This Mothers’ Day, join us as we celebrate mothers and hear a message about how God turns even the most backward circumstances around to accomplish his will. Featuring Richard Walker at Cedar Rock First Baptist Church in Castalia, NC. Music is provided by Irene Collins, Lynne Walker, and the Cedar Rock … More How Far God Will Go (Genesis 42:1-38)
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