Keyword | Dwell Community Church

Esau's Choice

Mike Sullivan

Hebrews 12:16-17

As the firstborn Son, Esau stood to inherit a substantial birthright that included not only wealth and possessions, but also the covenant promise God had made to Abraham. In a moment of shortsightedness, Esau sold his birthright to his brother Jacob for a bowl of soup, forfeiting his blessing. From that point on, Jacob and Esau's lives were on very different trajectories. Their story teaches us an important lesson: that our choices matter and, though our eternal salvation is secure, our decisions can have irreversible consequences for us in this life.

Keywords

{"passage": "Genesis 25:24-27:38","passageabreviated": "Gen 25:24-27:38","passagetiny": "Gen 25:24-27:38","teacher": "Mike Sullivan","tea...

View

The Book of Ruth: God's Redemption

Chris Risley

Ruth 1-4

In Ruth and Boaz we see people who chose to follow God and were blessed more than they ever imagined. We also learn that just as Boaz was a loving redeemer for Ruth when she was helpless and had nothing to offer, Jesus Christ wants to be our redeemer, free of charge. When we choose to take Him up on His offer, we also can experience the blessings of following God.\r\n

Keywords

{"passage": "","passageabreviated": "","passagetiny": "","teacher": "Chris Risley","teachingDate": "10/24/2019"}

View

The Good Shepherd

James Rochford

John 10:7-11

This Psalm of David reveals how God cares for us the way a shepherd cares for his sheep, providing help, direction, provisions, and purpose. Later in the Old Testament, God promises to rescue His flock, a promise ultimately fulfilled in Jesus, who called himself the Good Shepherd.

Keywords

{"passage": "Psalms 23:1-6","passageabreviated": "Ps 23:1-6","passagetiny": "Ps 23:1-6","teacher": "James Rochford","teachingDate": "10/0...

View

The Cutting of the Covenant

Gary DeLashmutt

Romans 4:1-5

A fascinating narrative describing how God ratified a covenant with Abram and providing three key insights into living by faith. God declares us to be in right standing with Him when we simply trust in His promise. Doubt is not the opposite of faith; it is faith under strain. Faith submits to God's plan and to His timing for its fulfillment.

Keywords

{"passage": "Genesis 15:1-5","passageabreviated": "Gen 15:1-5","passagetiny": "Gen 15:1-5","teacher": "Gary DeLashmutt","teachingDate": "...

View

War of the Kings and Melchizedek

Gary DeLashmutt

Hebrews 7:18

This passage narrates a war between nine ancient kings and an encounter between Abraham and two kings. Insight into Abraham's developing faith is provided as he actively trusts God's promises of protection and provision. God works through Melchizedek, the king of Salem, to encourage Abraham's faith which has a ripple effect far beyond his own life. Melchizedek was the original ?man without the Bible? and reveals the incredible depth and unity of the Bible.\r\n

Keywords

{"passage": "Genesis 14:1-1","passageabreviated": "Gen 14:1-1","passagetiny": "Gen 14:1-1","teacher": "Gary DeLashmutt","teachingDate": "...

View

Living Hope

Ben Foust

1 Peter 1:1-12

Peter writes to Christians scattered throughout the Roman empire and facing persecution. He urges them to put their hope in their future eternal inheritance. Christians today should have a mindset of being "resident aliens" on earth, whose true citizenship is in heaven, resulting in a refined faith.

Keywords

{"passage": "1 Peter 1:1-12","passageabreviated": "1 Pet 1:1-12","passagetiny": "1Pet 1:1-12","teacher": "Ben Foust","teachingDate": "08/...

View

The Woman at the Well

Ben Foust

John 4:1-42

Despite many personal, cultural, and religious barriers, Jesus approaches a woman at a well to demonstrate that he is the only one who can quench her spiritual thirst. The Gospel has the same effect today when we turn to God to restore the relationship we were created for and allow Him to meet our deepest needs.

Keywords

{"passage": "John 4:1-42","passageabreviated": "John 4:1-42","passagetiny": "John 4:1-42","teacher": "Ben Foust","teachingDate": "07/28/2...

View

Jews, Gentiles, and God's Plan

Dennis McCallum

Isaiah 49:5-6

How does the Old Testament differ from the New Testament in terms of salvation history? The New Testament makes it clear that all people are able to become Christians despite their background. What is the relationship between Jews, Gentiles, and God's plan?

Keywords

Salvation

{"passage": "Romans 10:1-11:29","passageabreviated": "Rom 10:1-11:29","passagetiny": "Rom 10:1-11:29","teacher": "Dennis McCallum","teach...

View

God's Sovereign Choices

Dennis McCallum

Malachi 1:2-4

There are parts of the Bible that can often be confusing. Romans 9 is one of those passages. This teaching explains God's sovereign election and how it relates to the individual.

Keywords

Salvation

{"passage": "Romans 9:1-24","passageabreviated": "Rom 9:1-24","passagetiny": "Rom 9:1-24","teacher": "Dennis McCallum","teachingDate": "0...

View