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Psalm 32 begins "Blessed is the one whose transgression is forgiven." "Blessed" means happy, fulfilled, satisfied, enjoying divine favor,... So the most fulfilled life is the forgiven life. The happiest human is the pardoned person. Conversely, those who know little forgiveness know little blessing. How do we experience forgiveness? Pastor Joel teaches us about constant confession!

Mankind has come to a dead end in 11 chapters. How will humanity be rescued? By the God of Mission! Pastor Joel shares the: 1) Call to Mission, 2) Cost of Mission, and 3) the Christ of Mission.

What do we learn about Builders of Babel. They built a foolish city and tower and became forgotten fools. How can we avoid becoming what we build? Pastor Joel teaches on how God comes down in both judgment and mercy!

God's covenants, or promises, are a lens through which to see the whole Bible. God makes promises to reveal His faithfulness, commitment, and love! All of them point ultimately towards Jesus Christ and the Gospel.

What is wrong with humanity? What is Cain's deal with Abel? Pastor Joel shows us how Sin reigns East of Eden, and how God calls us away from Sin and Self to give our lives and gifts back to Himself.

What is wrong with us and the world? Genesis 3 teaches how the Fall disrupted relationships with God, self, others, and the world. Humanity now suffers in shame and sin, and we seek covering to protect us. God offers a better covering and promises that give us hope and a future.

What happened to humanity that leads us to hiding and hurting? Humanity bought into serpent's lie that leads to an existence that is not livable. Wonderfully, God seeks us out right where we are!

What does it mean that Mankind is made in God's image? Mankind is privileged to image God in their ruling, resting, and relationships.

Genesis 1 lays the foundation for a worldview of a Creator God who prompts us to wonder, praise, and be grateful!

What makes Jesus so great and God's final Word to us?