Moment of Truth

What does it mean to be a woman according to God's design?In a world filled with competing voices about identity and purpose, Genesis 2 offers a clear and compelling picture of biblical womanhood. Pastor Matt Shackelford begins by exploring God's intentional design for women and the unique role He created them to fulfill.You'll discover:• Why God declared that it was "not good" for man to be alone• What the title "helper" really means in Scripture• How the Bible presents womanhood as a position of dignity, strength, and purpose• Why men and women are equal in value while serving different roles• How God's design for womanhood reflects His wisdom and goodnessGod's design for women is not about limitation. It is about flourishing according to His perfect plan. The question is: will you trust His design over the voices of our culture?Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25Series: Be Fruitful and Multiply

What happens when men embrace God's call to protect and lead spiritually?Continuing our study of Genesis 2, Pastor Matt Shackelford examines the responsibilities God entrusted to men as protectors and priests within the home and community. Most importantly, he points us to the hope found in Christ for anyone who feels they have fallen short.You'll discover:• Why God calls men to protect the people and responsibilities entrusted to them• What it means to exercise biblical masculinity through courage and stewardship• How fathers and husbands are called to lead their families spiritually• Why God's Word is essential for discernment, wisdom, and leadership• How the gospel restores those who have failed as providers, protectors, and spiritual leadersGod is still in the business of forming men—and through Christ, failure is never the end of the story.Scripture: Genesis 2:5-20Series: Be Fruitful and Multiply

What does it mean to be a man according to God's design?In a culture increasingly confused about masculinity, Genesis 2 points us back to God's original purpose for men. In this message, Pastor Matt Shackelford explores the first marks of biblical manhood and why God's design is still good for individuals, families, and society.You'll discover:• Why men are uniquely called to provide through work, strength, and leadership• How God forms men through relationship, responsibility, and challenge• Why work is not a curse but part of God's original design for humanity• What biblical leadership looks like in the home and family• How sacrificial service differs from selfish or passive masculinityGod did not create men to drift through life. He created them to lead, provide, and use their strength for the good of others.Scripture: Genesis 2:5-20Series: Be Fruitful and Multiply

What does it mean to live according to God's original purpose for humanity?In this message from Genesis 1, Pastor Matt Shackelford explores God's command to "be fruitful and multiply" and shows how it extends far beyond physical growth. From understanding the value of every person as an image-bearer of God to embracing our calling to multiply influence, disciples, and kingdom impact, this sermon challenges believers to realign their lives with God's design.You'll discover: Why the doctrine of the image of God gives every person dignity and worth  How God's grace restores those who have failed to honor that image  Three God-given "superpowers" for multiplication: relationships, blessing, and health  What it means to exercise biblical dominion through service, stewardship, and responsibility  How to use the resources God has entrusted to you for kingdom growth God has given you everything you need to bear fruit. The question is: where is He calling you to multiply?Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31 Series: Be Fruitful and Multiply

God's original design for humanity includes a call to multiply in every sphere of life - family, work, church, and personal growth. This purpose stems from being created in God's image, which gives all humans inherent dignity and worth. To fulfill this multiplication calling, we need to recover God's purpose, reproduce His multiplication power through relationships, His blessing, and health. Rather than embracing our culture's self-serving mentality, Pastor Matt Shackelford shows us how to identify areas where God wants us to multiply what He's entrusted to us.