Immanuel Church Wilmington Delaware

Matthew 2:1-12 The Magi were important principles in the Christmas story. They studied the stars and the prophecies regarding a promised Messiah, and then risked travel over many weeks to find him. He was the hope of the nations. As we diligently seek the Messiah, God will lead us to Him. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Matthew 1:18-25 Joseph's life around the birth of Jesus shows how God's work in and through our lives is often up against the cultural norms of society. Despite adversity, he pressed on in faith. God's work at Christmas and Easter provides a hope that allows us to persevere through difficulties. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Luke 1:26-56 God seeks to give His people unmerited grace and favor to all play a part in the Good News of His Kingdom breaking into this world. How will you respond if God calls you to show grace and favor to someone? When God showed it to Mary, she responded in humility, passing blessing on to all who believe. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Luke 1:5-7,23-25,39-45 The next encounter with the coming Christ that we study is Elizabeth. In response to God's answering her prayers for a child, she remained humble, and then reached out to bless Mary. Life Lessons from Elizabeth: 1) Be patient and don't lose hope; 2) Be generous, and a blessing to others Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Luke 1 As we begin the Advent Series, "Encounters with the Coming Christ", we examine the story of Zechariah. We see that his faithful prayers and service resulted in God's answer. We can learn 2 things from Zechariah's life: 1) keep praying, and don't lose hope, 2) Live in faith that God is present with us. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Haggai 2:10-23 As we conclude our study of Haggai, we see God promising blessing when the heart of the people changed, even though they had not finished the task of rebuilding the Temple. When we have a heart oriented toward God, the cross's power is found and He unleashes His blessing. In this way, we can resist casual Christianity. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Haggai 2:1-9 Though we know we need to grow in Christ, sometimes we get stuck in 1) Enjoy the good ol' days Christianity, 2) Read more books Christianity, 3) Cruise Control Christianity, or 4) Spiritually powerless Christianity. Instead, we should 1) Become more aware of His presence now, for He is with you, 2) Find hope in the past, and 3) Find hope in the future. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Haggai 1:1-15 We begin a 3-part series on the Old Testament book of Haggai, which describes the circumstances surrounding the rebuilding of the Temple in Jerusalem. As we see the attitudes and lifestyle of the Jewish people, and God's call for them to rebuild, we can see parallels to our tendency to be casual Christians, and God's call to us to not settle for anything less than His daily presence in our lives. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Ephesians 3:16-19 As we conclude the series on "Christ, the Kingdom, and Culture", we see how the Gospel can speak to the issue of mental health. Many individuals mentioned in Scripture wrestled with times of discouragement and depression. We examine how God ministered to Elijah during those times. See how God can help you think better and behave better, so you can eventually feel better. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Luke 5:27-32 The church of Jesus is to be a hospital. Sinners saved by grace helping sinners find mercy, love and grace. Jesus was a friend of sinners. We should not only preach the Gospel of Jesus, but practice it as He did. We look at the issue of abortion. We may stand against it, but does the world see the church as a place to find love and hope. We must be pro-life for the born, as well as the unborn. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Romans 2:4 As we interact with our culture, Christians should seek to represent God's kindness and grace. As people struggle with issues in life, some raise the question of gender identity, with hopes of "fixing" what is broken. Scripture makes it clear that God created us as male or female. It's sanctification that enables us to become all that God created us to be, not the world's attempts to relieve our struggles. Even so, we need to have empathy towards others. Listen to their stories, and be available to give them hope in their struggles with identity. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Matthew 10:11 As we continue to examine how Christ's church can minister in today's culture, we get insight on ministry within our city. We must take time with the people, strategize in the context of how they live, and then be patient. Take time to plant, water, and nurture the seeds of the Gospel. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

John 10:7-10 We begin a series, "Christ, the Kingdom, and Culture". It will seek to equip us with Biblical resources to navigate our faith in modern times. This week, we see that Jesus gave us a theology of life that breaks into this world of sin. It involves navigating life with grace and truth, so we can handle our culture responsibly. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Matthew 28:18-20 As we conclude the 3 part series on being followers of Jesus, we look at His last words to His disciples. We should not just rest in the knowledge of the Good News, but share it with others, have them baptized as evidence of their resurrected life, and teach them how to be His disciples. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

John 15:5 We look back to the beginning when Jesus first began calling people to follow Him. We see that the early followers spent time being with Jesus, then doing the same things that he did. They lived like Jesus. As followers of Jesus, does being "with Jesus" and "like Jesus" characterize our lives today? Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Matthew 28:18-20 We begin a 3 part series , "Live It Out", on our Church Mission Statement. Pastor Daniel introduces it and then passes it to Pastor Will to address the issue of discipleship. Christians are called to be disciples and disciplers, following Christ's commands and living life to be conformed to His image. May our lives bear witness of the love of Jesus. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

2 Timothy 4:1-5 Healthy Bible Teaching: 1) leads us to a God-centered life, and not a me-centered life, 2) promotes the love of God and the love of neighbor, 3) leads us to a Spirit-filled, Spirit-led life that conforms our will to that of God, 4) produces and cultivates in us the Fruit of the Spirit. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

1 Samuel 17:32-37 As we continue the series, "Shaped by Jesus", we consider those things that leave us in awe. Being enraptured by God is a way to remove the tyranny of the ego. David's awe of God gave him courage to go against Goliath, who's awe was in himself. As we become more in awe of God, our faith increases. Behold His Wonders. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Ephesians 2:1-10 As we begin a short series, "Shaped By Jesus", we consider the stories that shape us. As we seek for transformation in our journey, we find ourselves helpless without supernatural help. God reached out to us to bring fulfillment. Our story must be blended with that of Jesus. Paul describes the Christian's journey and its benefits. What story is shaping you? Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Luke 15:11-24 The prodigal son left his father to search for meaning and fulfillment in his life, but discovered that it wasn't in the world. As he returned, he experienced the love and acceptance he desired. We find meaning as we realize we were created to have an intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington