In Part 1.4 of our By Design series, we move into Genesis 4 to examine the first recorded offerings to God—and what they reveal about the worshiper’s heart. Through the story of Cain and Abel, we unpack four key themes:

1. The Act of Worship – how bringing an offering is a natural part of relating to God.

2. The Attitude of Worship – why how we bring matters just as much as what we bring.

3. The Absence of Worship – what happens when our hearts drift from God’s design.

4. The Aftermath of False Worship – the dangerous outcomes of pride, jealousy, and self-centered devotion.

This message challenges us to reflect deeply on the heart behind our worship, not just the motions we go through. God designed worship to be relational, sincere, and transformative—and He still looks not just at the gift, but at the giver.