Renew Bible Church Podcast

True Worship | Pastor Gabe Vanderstel   What is worship?  Today we hear from Pastor Gabe on all the aspects of worship in our lives and how we can honor our God in many ways.

Good Plans | Final Chapter | Pastor Chris Heller  Genesis 50 We've come to the final chapter as we conclude our "Good Plans" series on the life of Joseph. Genesis 50 closes the story with a powerful blend of grief, forgiveness, and enduring faith.   After Jacob dies, Joseph leads a grand Egyptian funeral procession to Canaan to bury his father, fulfilling Jacob’s request. When the brothers fear Joseph will finally retaliate for their past betrayal, he reassures them with one of the Bible’s most memorable declarations of grace—reminding them that though they intended harm, God used it for good.   Join us this Sunday as we take one last look at this epic story of unwavering faith and forgiveness in the midst of unspeakable circumstances.

Good Plans - Joseph | Finish Well | Pastor Chris Heller Genesis 48-49 This week, we'll learn that Jacob is gravely ill as he approaches the end of his life. In a deeply moving moment, the aging patriarch gathers strength to bless Joseph’s two sons, Ephraim and Manasseh. In a surprising twist, Jacob deliberately crosses his arms, giving the greater blessing to Ephraim--the younger son--instead of Manasseh, who was the firstborn.    What caused him to do this? What was Joseph's reaction? How will this surprising act affect not only the future of Joseph's family, but the nation of Israel as well?   Join us this Sunday as we see, once again, how God’s good plans come to fruition in unexpected ways.

Good Plans - Joseph | What’s God Preparing You For? | Pastor Jon Adams   Genesis 47 The life of Joseph has been a dramatic story of life and death, patriarchs and Pharaohs, nations and empires. It’s a wild sequence of ups and downs, as God puts together his “good plans”, piece by piece.   This Sunday, we’ll focus on the way God has prepared Joseph. From the God-ordained circumstances of his life to the God-given abilities he possessed, Joseph was prepared for the good works God accomplished through him.    If you’re a child of God, here’s some good news—he's prepared you, too! And this week, we’ll encourage you with the good plans that God has for you. 

Good Plans - Joseph | Family Reunion | Pastor Chris Heller   Genesis 45-46 This week, we find Joseph reconciled to his brothers and calling for them to go home, gather their father and their entire family, and bring them back to Egypt. Will Jacob be able to make such a change? Will God somehow reassure Jacob that this is His good and perfect plan?    Join us this Sunday as we witness the reunion of Jacob and Joseph, beautifully illustrating the theme of restoration and reconciliation throughout this epic account!