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Grace Descending

Genesis 38

Posted by Dan Jarms on January 11, 2026
Grace Descending

Big Idea: God’s grace still rescues shameful sinners.

  1. Observe the freefall into immorality (Genesis 38:1-5).
  2. Look at the family consequences (Genesis 38:6-11).
  3. Expect sinful blowback (Genesis 38:12-23).
  4. Watch the descent of God’s grace (Genesis 38:24-30).
    • In conviction of sin
    • In promises kept
    • In Jesus Christ

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Dan Jarms

Dr. Dan Jarms is lead pastor at Faith Bible Church in Spokane Washington, as well as associate dean at The Master's Seminary in Spokane. He has been married for over 30 years to Linda, and has three adult children. He earned his B.A. in English at the Master’s College, B.Ed. at Eastern Washington University, M.Div and D.Min in Expository Preaching at The Master’s Seminary. His other interests include NCAA basketball, woodworking, and art.

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