Made to Garden: No Fear in the Garden | September 07, 2025
Pastor Christy Cass As we close the Made to Gard…
Echo Church / Rochester MN · Echo Church - Rochester MN
September 7, 20251h 3m
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Show Notes
Pastor Christy Cass
As we close the Made to Garden series, this message reminds us that fear doesn’t have to drive us into hiding. From Genesis 3, we see the first humans cover themselves with fig leaves and hide when shame and fear entered the story. Yet God’s response wasn’t condemnation—it was an invitation: “Where are you?”
Supporting Scriptures:
Genesis 3:1–10, Proverbs 8:13, 2 Timothy 1:7, John 3:20, 1 Corinthians 10:13
Big Idea: God doesn’t yell from the fence line—He walks into the garden. He comes close. The invitation is to step out of hiding, trade fear for trust, and walk with Him in the open.
Key Themes & Takeaways:
There are two fears in the garden:
Fear that hides from God (shame, paralysis, people-pleasing).
Fear of the Lord (holy awe that leads to trust and obedience).
Alignment with God happens in head (truth), heart (desires), and hands (obedience).
Obedience is our “yes.” Outcomes are His responsibility.
Practical Steps to Live Fearless:
Generosity & Hospitality → move from closed hands to open tables.
Courageous Witness → everyday invitations, bold in love.
Peacemaking → have hard conversations with truth and grace.
Creativity & Resilience → choose fresh hope over cynicism.
Community & Correction → walk together, not in isolation.
Work & Integrity → live honest and excellent before God and others.
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