A Stairway to Heaven Genesis 28v10-22
1.) Fleeing from trouble! (27v41-28v9)
2.) Confronted by the Kingdom of God (28v10-12) Very truly, I tell you that you will see heaven open and the angels of God ascending and descending on the Son of Man John 1v51
3.) Thrilled by the Promises of God (28v13-15) This had better be good?!
3.) Thrilled by the Promises of God (28v13-15) Relationship – I am with you Protection – I will watch over you wherever you go Significance – Your descends will be like dust on the earth… all people will be blessed through you. Future – I will bring you back to this land
3.) Thrilled by the Promises of God (28v13-15) Relationship – God as our Father Protection – Full provision of our daily needs and God’s armour Significance – A role for each of us on the extension of God’s Kingdom Future – A secure place in the glories of heaven
4.) Gripped by the Glory and Grace of God (v16-22) Awe – v16 Worship – v18 A Vow – v20-22
Questions to consider… Has God confronted me yet with his Kingdom? Have I come to see his promises as desirable yet? Has God’s glory and grace gripped me yet?