In the Word with Jeff Thompson

In this study, we'll talk about something big that may have been going on behind the scenes during the angel incursion of Genesis 6:1-4 - something that may also explain the genocides God later instructed Israel to commit in the Promised Land. We'll also look at how angels came to be on the earth after the Flood, why God may have let that happen, and why it's not still happening today. Lastly, we'll examine the popu...

In this study, we'll dive into some of the most controversial verses in the Bible and tackle questions like, Who are the sons of God? Who are the Nephilim? Where did the giants in the Promised Land come from?

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

- What do you think of the concept of angels and humans marrying and producing giants? Why do you, or don’t you, find it believable?

- Do you think of God’s limiting our lifespans to a m...

In this study, we'll walk through a genealogy that takes us from Adam all the way up to Noah and his sons - from creation to the Flood. We'll make some fascinating discoveries along the way, including the first man to be raptured, pictures of the end times and God's gracious patience, and some secrets coded into the biblical text.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

- If someone asked you to describe what it means to walk ...

In this study, we'll see how sin's consequences can echo through generations. But we'll also see that no matter your family background or personal struggles, God can change the course of your life and future family line.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

- What’s one of the best things your father or mother passed down to you (e.g., a natural giftedness, a habit, a perspective, a belief)?

- Is there anything you’ve had to...

Continuing our study of Cain's murder of his brother, Abel, we see how our emotional responses to the conviction of our sin can lead us down dangerous paths if not properly managed. We'll also talk about some practical steps we can take to help us manage our fleshly reactions and instead be ruled by the Spirit.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

- Have you ever experienced how holding onto a fleshly emotion can distort your p...

In this study, we take our first look at the infamous biblical account of Cain and Abel, which includes the first recorded murder. We'll see the Holy Spirit contrast the beleiver with the stubborn rebel who refuses to repent, and we'll learn about the kind of worship God desires from His people. Finally, we'll be reminded how precious God's conviction of our sins truly is.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

- When you...

As the aftermath of Adam and Eve's sin continues to unfold, we find unexpected hope as the light of the Gospel pierces the darkness of Genesis 3 with the promise of a savior, an invitation to hope and faith, and the gift of atonement.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

- What does Adam's act of naming Eve teach us about the nature of faith? How can we cultivate a similar faith that believes God's promises, even when circu...

As God reveals his curse on the man's primary sphere of life - work and the ground - we'll examine how the human race has been affected and how this curse can be mitigated and even redeemed by God's grace and the power of the Holy Spirit.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

- What are some practical ways wives can support and encourage their husbands in their role as spiritual leaders of the family?

- How can husbands a...

God reveals that in addition to curses on motherhood, woman is going to experience a curse on her marriage. We'll look at how this typically plays out, and then contrast it with the great redemptive hope for marriages provided through the Cross, the Holy Spirit, and God's Word.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

- What are some practical ways husbands can love their wives “as Christ loved the Church”?

- What does it look like, practically, for a ...

In addition to the natural consequences of Adam and Eve's sin, God reveals there will be specific judgments upon them, the serpent, and Satan, due to the gravity of their rebellion. But in the midst of the darkest chapter in the Bible, we find the glorious Protoevangelium - the first appearance of the Gospel.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

Do you believe there is a third spiritual category of people who are safe from hell yet do not recogniz...

This study focuses on the immediate aftermath of Adam and Eve's sin in the Garden of Eden, as God gently confronts them about their rebellion. We'll look at how the sinner responds to their sin, and how hopeless we are without God's merciful intervention - the only solution to our guilt and shame.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

In what ways do we, like Adam and Eve, sometimes try to hide from God or cover our guilt an...

In this study, we'll examine one of the most controversial verses in the Bible and trace it to its origins in Genesis 3. We'll also reveal how Satan continues to target women using the same tactic he used on Eve in the Garden of Eden, and how we can protect ourselves from similar deceptions.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

Do you agree or disagree that, in general, women have a greater susceptibility to spiritual deception...

In this study, we'll talk about how mature Christians view their own sinfulness and how their perspective affects the way they approach conflict and brokenness in relationships. We'll also look at the incredible scope of the Gospel and some of the many reasons we have to be thankful for God's love for us.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

Was there ever a time when you viewed God's commands as restrictive and then la...

Genesis 3 documents the saddest day in the history of Earth, when Adam and Eve disobeyed God and fell into sin, ushering brokenness into our world and our relationship with our maker. In this study, we'll look at the deceitful tactics of Satan and how our sin answers the classic apologetics question known as "The Problem of Evil."

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

What causes us to focus on what we don't have rathe...

In this message, we'll explore God's original plan for marriage and sexuality, emphasizing the sacred nature of the "one flesh" union between husband and wife. We'll also dig into what Scripture reveals about the origins of Satan and why he was allowed to be in the Gaden of Eden.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

What stuck out to you from this sermon?

Pride was at the root of Satan's fall. What are some...

In this study, we'll explore the creation of Eve and God's purpose for the two trees in Eden. We'll highlight God's intentional design for free will, the importance of genuine love in our relationship with Him, and His perfect plan for marriage.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

Do you believe the Bible teaches we have free will? Why or why not?

How has God both revealed and concealed Himself from people today?

Following up on our previous study, we'll talk more about salvation by faith alone and explore what Jesus means when uses the word "believe" to describe the "work" man must do in John 6:29. We'll also learn more about the Garden in Eden and the creation of Adam.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

What does submitting to Christ as Lord look like in your daily life?

In what ways might the concept o...

The seventh day of creation brings us to the subject of the Sabbath. We'll look at what the Sabbath is, why God instituted it, and the role it should play in the lives of Christians today.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

Do you think the Pharisees’ desire to figure out how to apply the Law of Moses to every situation in life was commendable or ridiculous?

Have you seen anything similar in modern Christianity?

What do...

In this study, we'll look at the second blessing God gave man as a command - "subdue the earth". The implications of this command should be the basis of the Christian's views on environmental stewardship of the earth's resources. We'll also talk about climate change, the myth of scarcity, and the historicity of the biblical Adam and Eve.

SMALL GROUP QUESTIONS:

What are some of the most impre...