Sacred Sexuality: Very Good

In a world where identity has become something we're told to discover within ourselves, this message brings us back to a foundational truth: we don't define ourselves—our Creator does. Drawing from Genesis 1, we're reminded that before God said anything else to humanity, before any commands or warnings, He blessed us. We were created intentionally, purposefully, and declared 'very good.' The passage challenges us to consider who has the authority to define what it means to be human, male, and female. Just as Apple decides what the iPhone is designed to do, God—as our Designer—has the final say over His creation. This isn't about winning culture wars or political debates; it's about understanding that our identity isn't something we construct but something we receive. The message acknowledges real pain and confusion that people experience, but distinguishes between compassion for someone's struggle and confusion about God's design. We're called to hold both truth and love simultaneously, recognizing that every person—regardless of their beliefs or struggles—bears the image of God and deserves dignity, respect, and truth. The gospel enters this conversation not with condemnation but with hope: Jesus came for broken people, and through Him, what sin has fractured is being restored.