Celebrating Partial Victories in God's Work

When Everything Against You Is Actually for You

Ryan Lowery concludes the Joseph series as Joseph goes from prisoner to Egypt's second-in-command in a single morning, then faces his brothers who unknowingly bow before him—fulfilling his dream from 20 years earlier. He contrasts Jacob's false perception that "everything is against me" with the reality that Joseph controls Egypt's food supply and will save them all. Speaker: Ryan Lowery

When God's Plan Becomes Clear

Ryan Lowery traces Joseph's dramatic rise from condemned prisoner to Egypt's second-in-command after interpreting Pharaoh's dream about famine—a reversal that happened in a single morning after 13 years of suffering. He contrasts Joseph's hidden blessing with Jacob's false perception that "everything is against me" as he mourns Joseph's supposed death while starving in Canaan, unaware that Joseph controls Egypt's food supply and will save them all. Speaker: Ryan Lowery

Faithfulness When Things Keep Getting Worse

Ryan Lowery continues Joseph's story as he's sold into slavery in Egypt, rises to manage Potiphar's household, refuses sexual advances from Potiphar's wife, and gets falsely accused of rape—landing in prison for doing the right thing. After interpreting dreams for Pharaoh's cup bearer and asking for help, Joseph is forgotten for two more years, totaling 13 years of slavery and imprisonment despite faithfulness to God. Lowery honestly addresses the gap between God's promises of blessing and Joseph's nightmare circumstances, challenging listeners in long seasons of suffering to hold on and leave the door open for God to come through. Speaker: Ryan Lowery

When God's Blessing Doesn't Mean Comfort

Ryan Lowery opens a series on Joseph's life, one of scripture's longest individual narratives, examining the paradox of a gifted, blessed son from God's chosen family whose life is marked by tragedy and betrayal. Speaker: Ryan Lowery

When Your Work Seems Like Nothing

John Ross concludes the series in Haggai 2, where God addresses Jews discouraged that their rebuilt temple looks inferior to Solomon's original. God promises future glory when Messiah himself will visit, reminding them that his presence matters more than building materials. Ross explores the contagious nature of uncleanness versus holiness—warning that rituals and proximity to holy things don't sanctify us—and challenges modern believers who expect spiritual growth through osmosis. He encourages "sanctified daydreaming" about eternal fruits of our labor, especially for leaders and parents battling discouragement in the daily grind. Speaker: John Ross