Service Location: the Nichols' (4501 S Kalamath St, Englewood)
Time: 10:00am
Dear Church,
We are continuing through Genesis-- on into chapter 4 this week. On the podcast, Joe and Rick dive into Genesis 4, exploring the story of Cain and Abel and its broader theological implications. They begin by framing the narrative within the larger Genesis arc, noting how the introduction of children brings both promise and dysfunction to the post‑Fall world. As they read the text, they discuss the contrast between Abel’s blood‑sacrifice and Cain’s grain offering, interpreting God’s acceptance of Abel’s gift as a sign of faith and proper worship, and Cain’s rejection as a failure of heart or understanding. The conversation then moves to Cain’s anger, his murder of Abel, and God’s subsequent questioning, curse, and protective mark, highlighting themes of personal responsibility, the danger of unchecked emotion, and divine justice tempered with mercy. Finally, they reflect on the ripple effects of this early violence—Cain’s exile to the land of Nod, the continuing pattern of separation from God, and how the episode sets the stage for later biblical concepts of atonement and redemption. Listen to the podcast on Spotify or Apple Podcasts.
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Here are the details for Sunday's service:
Scripture Readings:
- Psalm: Psalm 73 (Jael)
- OT: Genesis 4:1-15 (William)
- NT: Romans 1:16-32 (Becca)
- Gospel: Matthew 23:27-39 (Ryan)
- Prayers of the People: Micah
Songs:
- Song 1: Come, Let Us.. (73, G)
- Song 2: Psalm 9 (18, D)
- Song 3: Psalm 12 (20, Bm)
- Song 4: O God of Earth.. (91, Dm?)
- Song 5: Psalm 32 (32, Dm)
- Song 6: Psalm 144 (125, Gm)
Looking forward to worshiping with you all on Sunday!
Blessings,
Joe Anderson
Call: Tim | Homily: Rick | Eucharist: Stephen