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Genesis 2:5-17
Genesis 3:17-24
Psalm 103
A reflection on what it means that we are dust. We start with the origins of the universe and look at various Biblical passages that describe our origins as humans.

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Genesis 6:11-13
Revelation 7:9-12
Exodus 8:20-32
Today’s sermon looks at the fourth sign - that of the swarm. Traditionally, referred to as the plague of the flies, we look at several other possibilities for the offending creatures including mosquitos, a mixed horde of wild animals, and werewolves. We also find the text included two Easter Eggs, one pointing back to Genesis and one pointing ahead to when the Israelites are set free by the Pharaoh in Egypt. Along the way we see a recurring pattern in the Bible in which God’s judgment brings salvation for the oppressed leading to diversity.

Genesis 13:14-16
Romans 8:28
Exodus 8:16-19
This week we look at the sign of the lice, one of the itchier sermons preached at Resurrection church. Today we continue to look at the 10 signs of the Exodus to see what they tell us about YHWH. Here we learn about the power and trustworthiness of God’s promise and how that gives us faith and purpose.

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Matthew 5:43-48
John 1:14-16
Exodus 8:1-15
Today’s sermon looks at my favorite of the ten signs. Here we look at the symbolism of frogs in Egypt and particularly what this sign tells us about YHWH. In addition, we look at what this sign communicates to the Israelites. As we examine the details of the story, we also learn about a key difference that separates the Egyptian value system from that of YHWH.

Sermon Texts:
Genesis 4:8-12
Luke 4:16-21
Exodus 7:14-25
Today we look at what is traditionally known as the first plague in which the Nile River is turned to blood. However, I argue we should use the term sign instead of plague because signs are symbols that reveal information. In this case, we learn something about YHWH. Along the way we will begin to study the issue of the hardening of Pharaoh’s heart as well as learn about different conceptions of the brushtail possum in Australia and New Zealand. We also study blood as a symbol and why this sign may be a bit more complex than traditionally read.

Luke 2:41-52
This week we kick it old school with DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince as we look at the story of 12 year-old Jesus’ visit to the Temple.