Grow with Pastor O

Grow with Pastor O

6/13/2025, 6:42:52 AM

https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/grow-with-pastor-o/id1677134548?i=1000615931562

Grow with Pastor O

6/12/2025, 6:22:45 AM

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Grow with Pastor O

6/12/2025, 6:21:07 AM

Protected Blessing – Preserved for a Greater Purpose Based on Genesis 49: The Blessings of Judah and Joseph When your life is surrendered to God, your blessing is protected. In Genesis 49, we see two powerful blessings—one over Joseph, the preserver, and one over Judah, through whom would come the promised ruler. These blessings were preserved through pain, betrayal, and delay—because God was securing something far greater than comfort: He was fulfilling a grand Divine purpose. 📖 “Joseph is a fruitful bough… whose branches run over the wall… But his bow remained strong… by the hands of the Mighty God of Jacob.” – Genesis 49:22–24 “The scepter shall not depart from Judah… until Shiloh comes; and to Him shall be the obedience of the people.” – Genesis 49:10 Joseph was thrown in a pit, sold as a slave, falsely accused, and forgotten in prison—but he was protected. Why? Because he would one day preserve Judah’s life during a famine. And Judah, who once failed as a brother, was transformed into a leader—eventually becoming the head of the tribe that would carry the royal line to Jesus, the Lion of Judah. God protected both Joseph and Judah, because through them He was protecting the plan of redemption. 🔥 Practical Steps: 1. Trust the Preservation Process – If you’re being delayed or detoured, never give up. Place your trust in God to preserve you for a bigger assignment. 2. See Beyond Yourself – Your growth isn’t just for you. Like Joseph, it may secure someone else’s future. 3. Live with Legacy in Mind – Like Judah, your faithfulness can become a pathway for generations to follow. ❓ When have you looked back and realized God preserved you for something greater? 💡 Final Thought: Joseph’s life was preserved to save Judah. Judah’s line was preserved to bring forth Jesus. You are not just surviving—you’re being positioned. When God places a blessing on your life, He also surrounds it with protection. So when things get hard, remember: God isn’t just blessing you—He’s preserving the blessing through you. Stand strong. Something greater is being carried through your life. Let’s GROW!

Grow with Pastor O

6/13/2025, 6:38:26 AM

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0lX8xATBlewzNdRng9p7tW?si=Xj5mg_amQx6d1p_KtHB-WQ

Grow with Pastor O

6/13/2025, 6:37:14 AM

The Promised Land – Finishing with Faith Genesis 50: Holding On to the Promise Every journey has a beginning—and a promise at the end. Genesis started in a garden, descended into famine, betrayal, and slavery, but it ends with faith. In Genesis 50, Joseph stands at the end of his life—but his eyes are still on the future. Why? Because there is a Promised Land that still awaits. Destiny still calls! 📖 “Then Joseph said to his brothers, ‘I am dying; but God will surely visit you, and bring you out of this land to the land which He swore to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob.’” – Genesis 50:24 Joseph had every reason to settle in Egypt. He had power, prosperity, and peace. Yet, in his final breath, he pointed back to the promise. He made his family swear: “Carry my bones with you when you go.” Why? Because he knew that Egypt was a season—not a destination. He trusted that what God promised, God would fulfill. His entire life—betrayal, leadership, forgiveness—was part of a greater journey toward God’s purpose. 🔥 Practical Steps: 1. Live with the End in Mind – Don’t settle in temporary success. Keep your eyes on the eternal promise. 2. Grow Through Every Season – Egypt may be your classroom, but Canaan is your calling. 3. Pass the Vision On – Like Joseph, leave a legacy of faith that speaks even after you’re gone. ❓ What “promised land” are you still holding on to by faith? What promise must your children hold on to even after you are gone? 💡 Final Thought: Genesis began with creation, but ends with a coffin—and a promise. That coffin was not a symbol of death, but of destiny waiting to be fulfilled. Joseph’s bones would one day rise with his people—because God finishes what He starts. So here, at the end of the Genesis journey, remember: you may not be there yet, but the promise still stands. Keep growing. Keep believing. The Promised Land is ahead.

Grow with Pastor O

6/12/2025, 6:23:47 AM

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Grow with Pastor O

6/11/2025, 6:23:56 AM

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Grow with Pastor O

6/11/2025, 6:22:06 AM

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7L8yjxIBJ0mrakJTuudf61?si=e_hfxW6LSM-hLVG6m-OisA

Grow with Pastor O

6/11/2025, 6:10:04 AM

Character-Shaped Blessings – When Destiny Follows Who You Are Genesis 49: The Final Blessing of Jacob In Genesis 49, as Jacob blesses his twelve sons, his words are more than poetic farewells—they are prophetic insights. Each blessing reflects not only God’s purpose but also the personality, history, and choices of each son. In life, blessings are not just given—they’re shaped by character. Because in God’s plan, your destiny is deeply tied to your character. 📖 “Gather together, that I may tell you what shall befall you in the last days… Reuben, you are my firstborn… unstable as water, you shall not excel.” – Genesis 49:1, 3–4 “Judah, your brothers shall praise you… the scepter shall not depart from Judah.” – Genesis 49:8, 10 Reuben, though firstborn, forfeits his leadership due to instability and dishonor. Simeon and Levi, though bold, are passed over because of unchecked violence. But Judah, once flawed, is now recognized for leadership, courage, and growth—so much so that the line of kings and the Messiah himself would come from him. Jacob’s blessings show that character carves the path of your future. What you nurture in private eventually shapes your public destiny. 🔥 Practical Steps: 1. Cultivate Inner Strength – Growth begins in the heart. Who you are in secret shapes where God can take you. 2. Learn from Past Mistakes – Like Judah, growth is possible when you let failure refine you. You can bounce back. 3. Live Today Like It Shapes Tomorrow – Because it does. Destiny is not random—it’s built through daily choices. ❓ Engagement Question: Which trait are you asking God to strengthen in your character right now? 💡 Final Thought: Your future isn’t just about gifts or titles—it’s about who you are becoming. Let your integrity shape your influence. Let your character prepare the way for your calling. Because in God’s kingdom, blessings follow those whose hearts are ready to carry them.

Grow with Pastor O

6/9/2025, 6:22:01 AM

https://open.spotify.com/episode/7stTQlf8lrBT8658cwpauU?si=9xKHcV-kTx6EiGsHrnkOug