Where Are You? // Where Grace Begins: Wk 03

Where Are You? // Where Grace Begins: Wk 03

Genesis 3 takes us into the garden where humanity's first act of disobedience forever changed our relationship with God. We discover that sin doesn't just make us guilty—it fundamentally alters how we see God, ourselves, and others. Just as Adam and Eve hid among the trees they couldn't create, we too attempt to conceal ourselves from the all-knowing God behind our own fig leaves of busyness, success, humor, anger, or even religion. The beauty of this message lies in God's response: He doesn't abandon us in our hiding places but comes looking for us, asking 'Where are you?' This isn't a question born of ignorance but of grace, giving us the opportunity to step out of the shadows and into honest confession. We're challenged to examine what voices we've allowed to define us—whether shame, failure, or the lies of others—and to remember that through Christ, we're no longer defined by our worst moments but by the grace that pursued us. The cross has already exposed both the seriousness of our sin and the magnitude of God's love, inviting us to stop playing hide and seek with the One who knows us completely and loves us anyway.

TRUSTING GOD'S WORD

In this episode of Monday Morning Faith, Dave discovers Donny hates the World Cup then discusses what changes in our lives when we actually trust God's Word (and not just agree with it).

Can We Trust the Word of God? // Where Grace Begins: Wk 02

In this powerful exploration Pastor Donny challenges us to confront a fundamental question that shapes every aspect of our lives: Can we truly trust the Bible? Drawing from 2 Peter 1:16-21, we're reminded that Scripture isn't based on cleverly devised myths but on eyewitness testimony of God's majesty. The message walks us through compelling evidence that the Bible is the most reliable collection of ancient writings in existence, with over 24,000 manuscript copies of the New Testament alone and a time gap of only 50 years between original authorship and earliest copies. Compare this to other ancient texts like Plato's writings with 210 copies and a 1,300-year gap, and we see the Bible stands unmatched in historical reliability. Over 23,000 archaeological digs have never disproven a single biblical fact. But here's where it gets personal: the real struggle isn't whether Jesus died for us, it's whether we'll live for Him. We want a Savior who forgives us while we stay in control, but God calls us to complete surrender. The Bible speaks into every area of our lives—our marriages, money, sexuality, anger, and priorities. If this book is truly God's Word, and the evidence overwhelmingly confirms it is, then our response cannot be selective obedience. We don't get to stand over Scripture and decide which parts we like; we must sit under it and let God speak. The question isn't just can we trust the Bible, but will we obey it?

MAY YOU BE COVERED

Dave is flying solo today and shares some things that the Lord has been laying on his heart lately.

The Trap That Still Works // Where Grace Begins: Wk 01

Temptation starts with a question: "Did God actually say?" But faith responds: "It is written." The enemy whispers "God's holding out on you," but the cross proves God gave His all. Stop listening to the voice that leads to shame. Trust the Savior who gives abundant life.