Bridgetown Audio Podcast Genesis - Fall
Jul 7, 2025
Josh Ryan Butler, a pastor and speaker, dives deep into Genesis 3, unraveling the age-old tale of temptation and trust. He discusses the fallout of disobedience, emphasizing the community's role in leadership and spiritual nourishment. The conversation explores the allure of worldly desires versus spiritual fulfillment, highlighting the importance of discerning truth in Scripture amidst doubt. Ultimately, Butler urges listeners to restore trust in God, celebrating the redemptive love of Jesus as a source of healing and renewal.
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Enemy's First Tactic: Doubt God
- The enemy's first tactic is to sow doubt about God's character and intentions.
- This breakdown starts with the question, "Is God really for me?" undermining trust.
Trust Grows Through Trials
- Life’s hardest trials can challenge belief that God is for us, as Josh experienced firsthand.
- Such seasons can deepen trust and bring greater intimacy with God over time.
Temptation Pattern Revealed
- The temptation pattern is "saw, took, gave," representing desires that lead to brokenness.
- Forbidden fruit symbolizes anything we elevate above God, leading to destruction.