Immanuel Church Wilmington Delaware

Hebrews 10:1-39 When God drew near to us, we were made holy through the sacrifice of Jesus. When we draw near to God, He makes us holy through the work of the Holy Spirit. "By one sacrifice he has made perfect forever those who are being made holy." We need to draw near to God with a sincere heart and with full assurance of faith. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

1 Peter 1:3-9 God's ultimate goal is to transform us into the life of Christ, and He gives us all we need to participate in the divine nature. This change comes as we interact in Christian community, not if we isolate ourselves. We grow in the gifts and fruit of the Spirit by interacting in community. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 9:1-28 As moral beings, we have a conscience. Jesus came to bring transformation. His death in the past brings us the clearing of our conscience today. He offers us a clear conscience so that we may serve the living God. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 8 The author of Hebrews compares the old covenant made with Israel to the new one. God's presence was manifested in a Tabernacle or Temple, with specific guidelines. But through the death and resurrection of Jesus, He made Himself available to all through the Holy Spirit. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 6:13 - 7:28 As we get back to the Sermon Series on the book of Hebrews, we are reminded of how Abraham held out hope for many years, waiting for the fulfillment of God's promise. Fulfillment of God's promises in our life can be slow and long, but we need to be patient like Abraham. Jesus has become the guarantee of the new covenant, so we have this hope as an anchor for our soul. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Luke 15:11-32 We tend to call this passage from Jesus as the Parable of the Prodigal Son, but we explore it as the Parable of the Father's Love. The father gave the son freedom to choose his life's direction, yet continued to watch for his return. When he returned, he was welcomed with open arms. So it is between us and our Heavenly Father. When we turn from sin, and approach Him, He's always there to draw us in. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Nehemiah 8:1-12 On the 4th Sunday of Advent, we study the power of Joy. We begin by exploring Nehemiah's account of a time when the Jews had returned from captivity to their nation. As they struggled with feelings of discouragement, they were exhorted to rejoice in God. As we face difficult times, we too should draw upon the joy that comes from God, and was exemplified at the birth of Jesus, the Messiah. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

John 1:1-14 In this third Sunday of Advent, we address the love of God. The manger and the cross represent the active love of God. It's a steadfast love, that is independent of circumstances, and is unwavering. Christ's love was manifested in deeds, as well as in words. To love like Christ, it takes a partnership with God. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Isaiah 9:1-7; 11:1-10 As we continue in this Advent season, we see that, even during times of desolation, God's promises remain true. Divine intervention brought light into darkness through the promised Messiah. God's work of redemption is still working today to bring peace in our lives. Allow the light of Jesus to penetrate the darkness of life. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Isaiah 64:1-7 As we begin the Advent season, we reflect on the hope that was experienced by those who anticipated the coming of the Messiah. Jesus fulfilled that hope, as God came to dwell among us in the form of a baby, who eventually gave his life to reconcile us to God. His Spirit, that now dwells with us, empowers us to stand in hope for His coming again, to overcome evil and to set up his Kingdom of peace. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 5:11 - 6:12 The author of Hebrews recounts the basics of the faith, such as repentance, forgiveness, fellowship, and the resurrection, but challenges us to grow and mature. There's so much more to the Kingdom Life. If we don't feed on the Truth and the Spirit, we may find ourselves falling away from the faith. There's strength and peace in maturity. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Matthew 24:1-44 We take a break from the Hebrews sermon series, to examine the prophetic words of Jesus on the final days surrounding his second coming. Throughout the centuries, there have been circumstances that caused that generation to believe theirs were the final days. Jesus makes it clear that we won't know the exact timing, but should be aware of the increasing signs. He then encourages us not to be afraid, but to serve him daily, being ready when he comes. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 4:14-5:10 "We have a great high priest who has ascended into heaven, Jesus the Son of God, so let us hold firmly to the faith we profess. For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 4:1-13 The author of Hebrews addresses the issue of rest. At Creation, God ended with a day of rest, and he wants us to experience that rest. It's only possible if we live our life with God. Instead of being anxious, we should fellowship with God and trust Him, thus experiencing peace beyond all human understanding. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 3:7-19 The author of Hebrews addresses the subject of faith, by recounting the response of the Hebrew generation that experienced deliverance from Egypt. Despite the many miraculous ways that God provided for them, their trust in God kept failing, which resulted in them never reaching the Promised Land. Their faithlessness led them to sin and turn away from God. He has been faithful to us in the past, so we must be sure to trust Him for the future, lest we also slide away and miss the blessings of God. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 3:1-6 The Jews recognized Moses as one of their great ancestors, so the author of Hebrews makes it clear that Jesus is even greater than Moses. Moses was a faithful servant, caring for God's people, but Jesus is faithful as a son, overseeing his Father's house, so we should fix our thoughts on Jesus. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 2:5-18 Continuing in our study of Hebrews, we find 5 things that Jesus achieved through His sufferings: 1 - He was glorified; 2 - He was made perfect; 3 - He became our big brother; 4 - He liberated us from the fear of death; 5 - He became our High Priest Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 2:1-4 As we continue the study of Hebrews, we're cautioned to not drift away from the truth of the Gospel. Jesus presented it, others saw and heard him, and many signs and wonders occurred to prove it. Once we've acknowledged it's truth, we cannot justify allowing ourselves to drift from the Gospel being the center of our lives. Beware of distractions. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Hebrews 1:1-14 We began a new sermon series on the book of Hebrews, which will continue for the next several months. The author begins by making it clear that all of history centers around Jesus. He was there when the Earth began. He came to Earth to live among us and then die for our sins. He overcame death and invites us to be with Him forever. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Romans 16:1-16 We're familiar with many of the leaders of the Early Church, like Peter, James, Paul, Timothy, etc., but, as we search the Scriptures, we find dozens of Christians who played a big part in the growth of Christianity. As we explore the long list of faithful individuals, we're reminded that every believer has an important role in furthering the Gospel. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE