First Christian Church

06/01/2026

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05/29/2026

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05/27/2026

Why Does the Enemy Fight Genesis So Hard?

Because Genesis tells you who you are.

Before shame entered the world…
Before brokenness…
Before fear, anxiety, confusion, and sin…

There was God.

Genesis is not just the story of creation. It is the story of identity.

The world teaches people they are accidents of chance, but Genesis says you were formed intentionally by the hands of a Creator who called His creation good.

That changes everything.

If humanity is only random matter, then life has no true meaning, purpose, or moral foundation. But if we were created by God, then every human life carries value, dignity, and purpose.

Genesis explains why we long for love.
Why we seek purpose.
Why beauty moves us.
Why evil grieves us.
Why our hearts ache for something eternal.

Ecclesiastes says God has “set eternity in the human heart.”

That longing inside of us points back to Him.

The enemy attacks Genesis because if people forget who created them, they will forget who they belong to.

But the truth still stands:

You were created in the image of God.
You are seen by Him.
You are known by Him.
And you are deeply loved by Him.

The same God who created the world in Genesis stepped into humanity through Jesus Christ to redeem what sin tried to destroy.

Genesis is not outdated.
It is the foundation of truth, identity, and hope.

05/26/2026

IS GENESIS BELIEVABLE?

We live in a time when people are spiritually disconnected from truth. We live in a world where opinions are shaped by social media, culture, and whatever is trending at the moment. Yet all truth belongs to God.

One of the enemy's greatest attacks is against Genesis because if he can get people to doubt the beginning, he can get them to doubt everything that follows.

Creation is not merely a scientific question—it is a moral question. What you believe about creation says a lot about who you are, how you see yourself, and how you understand your purpose.

Genesis begins with a simple declaration:

"In the beginning, God..." (Genesis 1:1)

There is no attempt to prove God. He simply is.

All of creation cries out to the existence of God. The beauty of the earth, the complexity of our bodies, the order of the universe, and the longing within our hearts all point back to a Creator. Even those who have never heard His Word can see evidence of His handiwork.

We feel the tug of creation everywhere—in nature, in our relationships, in moments of joy, wonder, beauty, and love. Deep down, we know we were made for something greater than ourselves.

The world may tell you that you are the result of random chance, a cosmic accident with no ultimate purpose. But Genesis tells a different story.

You were created by God intentionally.

You are not an accident.

You are not a mistake.

You were created for a purpose and for a reason.

Genesis declares that you were made in the image of God. That means you have value, dignity, and worth that cannot be earned and cannot be taken away.

You have always held that value inside of you whether you realize it or not.

Many people walk through life not knowing the value they possess. They search for significance in careers, relationships, achievements, or the approval of others. Yet their true worth was established the moment God created them.

You are God's most prized creation.

You may feel hopeless.

You may feel worthless.

You may feel forgotten.

But Genesis says otherwise.

The God who created the stars and spoke the universe into existence also created you. He knows your name, your struggles, your failures, and your victories.

Genesis explains humanity better than any worldview ever could. It explains why we long for purpose, why we struggle with sin, why we seek meaning, and why we need a Savior.

Jesus Himself gives Genesis all the credibility it ever needed. The One who walked on water, healed the sick, raised the dead, and conquered the grave affirmed the truth of God's Word.

And then the greatest miracle happened:

"The Word became flesh and dwelt among us." (John 1:14)

The Creator stepped into creation.

The God who formed humanity came to redeem humanity.

You are so valuable that Jesus died for you.

He sees you.

He knows you.

He loves you.

Faith is not blind belief. Faith is trusting the One who has proven Himself faithful over and over again.

Many people believe in God, but they never make it personal. They are full of knowledge, facts, and religious words, but they have never truly surrendered their hearts to Him.

God does not simply want you to know about Him.

He wants you to know Him.

The grass withers and the flowers fall, but the Word of our God stands forever.

And because Genesis is true, the Gospel is true.

You are not a cosmic accident.

You are an image-bearer of God.

You were created intentionally.

You were created with purpose.

You were created to know Him.

05/20/2026

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05/19/2026

Sunday's Sermon: Be Persistent and See Obstacles as Opportunities

Sunday's message was a powerful reminder to never lose heart.

In Second Epistle to the Corinthians 4, Paul the Apostle encourages believers to persevere through every trial and hardship. Life will knock us down, and in this world we will face troubles, rejection, and obstacles. But as followers of Jesus Christ, we are called to get back up and keep moving forward.

"We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed... struck down, but not destroyed." (2 Corinthians 4:8-9)

Christians are not called to quit. We are called to persevere. God has not abandoned us, and He never will.

Book of Proverbs reminds us that though the righteous fall, they rise again. Jesus said in Gospel of John 16:33, "In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world."

The question we must ask ourselves is:
Do I love Jesus more than anything in this life?

In 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, we are reminded to keep our eyes on the eternal goal. Everything in this world is temporary. Our struggles are temporary. Our possessions are temporary. Even this life is temporary. But what is unseen is eternal.

So when you get knocked down, get back up.
Reject the rejection.
Keep going.
Keep moving forward.
And keep your eyes fixed on Jesus and the eternal prize.

This world is not our home. Our hope is in Christ, and the best is yet to come.

05/17/2026

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05/13/2026

✨ The Lord of All Priorities ✨

This week’s sermon from The Gospel of Luke challenged us to ask a simple but important question:

What has first place in our lives?

In the story of Mary and Martha, both women loved Jesus. Martha was busy serving and preparing, while Mary chose to sit at His feet and listen to His words.

Martha was doing something good, but Mary chose what Jesus called “the good part.”

“One thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.” — Luke 10:42

Our pastor shared four powerful truths from Mary’s example:

1️⃣ She welcomed Jesus into her home and heart.
(Deuteronomy)

2️⃣ She seized the moment and redeemed the time.
(Ephesians)

3️⃣ She valued relationship over activity.

4️⃣ She held to her priorities even when criticized.

How often do we become like Martha—busy with responsibilities, serving others, and trying to keep everything in order—yet neglect the most important thing: spending time with Jesus?

The chores will always be there. The to-do list never ends. But the presence of Jesus is where we find peace, wisdom, and strength.

The Gospel of Matthew reminds us:

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

This week, may we choose the better portion.

May we quiet the noise, set aside distractions, and sit at the feet of Jesus.

Because when Christ becomes our highest priority, everything else finds its proper place.

❤️ Jesus first. Always.

05/12/2026

The Lord of All Priorities

This week’s sermon, “The Lord of All Priorities,” was a powerful reminder that while many things in life are important, only one thing is truly essential—sitting at the feet of Jesus.

Our main text was The Gospel of Luke, where we find the well-known story of Mary and Martha.

Martha welcomed Jesus into her home and immediately became busy with all the responsibilities of serving. She was doing something good. She was preparing, working, and making sure everything was in order. But in the midst of all her activity, her heart became anxious and distracted.

Mary, on the other hand, made a different choice.

She sat quietly at the feet of Jesus and listened to His words.

When Martha complained that Mary was not helping, Jesus responded with these loving words:

“Martha, Martha, thou art careful and troubled about many things: But one thing is needful: and Mary hath chosen that good part, which shall not be taken away from her.”
— Luke 10:41–42 (KJV)

What a beautiful truth.

Jesus did not rebuke Martha for serving. He rebuked her for allowing her service to become more important than His presence.

1. Mary Welcomed Jesus Into Her Home and Heart

Mary understood that God’s Word must be central in our lives.

Deuteronomy tells us:

“And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart.”

God’s Word is not meant to be an occasional part of our lives—it is meant to fill our hearts, shape our homes, guide our conversations, and direct our priorities.

Mary welcomed Jesus not only into the house, but into the deepest part of her heart.

2. Mary Seized the Moment

Opportunities to sit with Jesus are precious and should never be taken for granted.

Ephesians says:

“See then that ye walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.”

Mary recognized that the Son of God was in her home, and she chose to redeem the moment.

How often do we rush through our days, checking off tasks, while neglecting the very One who gives our lives meaning?

The dishes can wait. The laundry can wait. The emails can wait.

Time spent with Jesus is never wasted.

3. Mary Valued Relationships More Than Activity

Our culture rewards productivity and constant motion. We often feel that if we are not busy, we are falling behind.

But Jesus teaches us that relationship with Him is far more valuable than endless activity.

Psalm reminds us:

“Be still, and know that I am God.”

And The Gospel of John says:

“Without me ye can do nothing.”

The truth is that our greatest accomplishments mean little if they are not rooted in fellowship with Christ.

Jesus desires our hearts before He desires our hands.

4. Mary Kept Her Values in Spite of Criticism

Mary was criticized for what appeared to others as inactivity, but Jesus defended her choice.

Sometimes others may not understand why we protect our quiet time with God, why we step away from the noise, or why we prioritize worship over busyness.

But when we choose Jesus first, He honors that decision.

The Gospel of Matthew declares:

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

A Personal Challenge for Us All

Martha represents many of us.

We are busy doing good things—working hard, caring for our families, serving our churches, and meeting countless responsibilities. None of these things are wrong.

But even good things become burdens when they crowd out the best thing.

We can become so focused on doing for Jesus that we forget to simply be with Jesus.

He is not asking us to accomplish more.

He is inviting us to draw near.

To sit.

To listen.

To worship.

To rest in His presence.

The Good Part

Mary chose what Jesus called “the good part,” and He promised it would never be taken away from her.

Time spent in the presence of Christ is an eternal investment.

The world offers many distractions, but only Jesus offers peace, purpose, and lasting joy.

This week, let us examine our priorities.

Are we consumed by tasks and responsibilities?

Or are we making time to sit at the feet of our Savior?

May we choose the better portion.

May we treasure His Word.

May we redeem the time.

May we value relationship over routine.

And may Jesus always remain the Lord of all our priorities.

❤️ “One thing is needful.”