Morning Service Live Stream

Join us for this powerful message where we delve into the rich layers of Genesis 24:1-28, examining Abraham's final instructions to his servant concerning a bride for Isaac. The message challenges us to understand what it means to live daily in the "Land of Promise"—the security and blessing found in the Word and plan of God.

Pastor Bruce explores the crucial lessons of faith over sight, the danger of unequal yoking in relationships, and the deep satisfaction found only in pursuing the promises of God rather than the transient pleasures of the world.

Service Breakdown

- Scripture Reading: The service opens with a reading from 2 Corinthians 6, urging believers not to receive the grace of God in vain and to be separate from unbelievers.

- Children’s Corner: The Advent of Hope (07:40): The children's lesson kicks off the Advent season, focusing on the first candle: Hope. It emphasizes how God prepared for thousands of years to send Jesus, who is the "hope of glory" for all who believe (Colossians 1:27).

- Worship Music: The congregation sings the hymn, "Praise Him, Praise Him," before moving into Christmas carols next week.

- The Message: The Land of Promise (23:53): Continuing the study in Genesis, the message focuses on Abraham’s unwavering faith as he seeks a bride for Isaac who will remain in the Land of Promise. It stresses that God's plan will work out and that a believer’s true hope is in the heavenly city. The sermon warns against marrying an unbeliever (unequal yoking) as it invites trouble and compromises one's witness.

Key Moments & Themes

- The Land of Promise (32:04): Just as God promised Abraham the physical land, believers today live in the promise secured by Christ’s salvation. Stepping outside of this is stepping into danger and trouble.

- All Things Work for Good (37:35): For those whose ultimate destiny is the promise of God, the Bible says that all things will ultimately work out well for their good and His glory, even when they don't appear good now.

- The Danger of Unequal Yoking (40:34): The sermon gives a strong warning to the young and those contemplating marriage: never marry an unbeliever. This is not an issue of "love" but of obedience and the establishment of a unified, God-honoring union.

- Looking for the City on High (36:09): We are not people of sight, but people of faith. Our hearts should be turned toward the promise of dwelling in the presence of God rather than seeking satisfaction from this world.

Call to Action

Are you currently living in the Land of Promise—standing by faith on the Word of God—or are you wandering outside, seeking satisfaction from the world? Are you yoking yourself with others who draw you away from God's truth?

Cast yourself upon the promise of Jesus Christ today! If you've never accepted His gift of salvation, or if you need to return to the security of His promise, we encourage you to cast your hope and trust in Him.