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About this series

Sometimes life unravels in ways we never saw coming. Joseph’s story begins with dreams of a bright future, and collapses almost immediately into betrayal, loss, and a long stretch of waiting. It’s a story full of detours no one would have chosen.

In this series, we’re walking through Joseph’s life in Genesis to trace how God works in the middle of what feels off script in our own lives. Not in neat, tidy moments, but in the tension, the pressure, and the seasons that don’t make sense yet.

If you’re carrying something you didn’t plan for, this is a place to breathe again. A reminder that God is present in the story you’re living right now, even the parts still unfolding.

About this message

Ever feel like you're failing because life didn’t go according to plan? This Sunday, we’re looking at Joseph in Genesis 39; a guy sold into slavery, falsely accused, and forgotten in prison. But the text keeps saying one thing: “The Lord was with him.” Not “The Lord fixed everything,” just “He was there.”

We’ll talk about how real success isn’t about rising to the top, but staying faithful when you’re stuck at the bottom. How do you keep going when no one sees you? When your purpose feels delayed? We’ll walk through how God shapes us in the hidden years, and why faithfulness in the dark still counts.

If you’re in a season of waiting, disappointment, or just trying to do the right thing when it costs you — this one’s for you.

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The Long Road To Repair

Week 5 - March 22, 2026

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Preparing For a (Not So) Rainy Day

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The Good News About Waiting

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Redefining Success

Week 2 - March 1, 2026

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When Life Goes Off Script

Week 1 - February 22, 2026

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