Immanuel Church Wilmington Delaware

John 4:23-24 ; Romans 12:1 God desires to fellowship with us. In our gratitude and adoration, we should worship Him at all times. The attitude is more important than the location. Worship Him with all your might, and the way He wants. Worship Him in truth. Offer Him your living sacrifice of worship. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Ephesians 2:8-9; Romans 5:20-21 We embrace God's saving, regenerating grace by recognizing our need for it, then receiving it and living out it's freedom. This best occurs within community. In community, we nurture our relationship with God, we cultivate the fruits of the Spirit, and we seek His guidance and transformation. We extend the community of grace in service to others. Website: immanuelde...

Luke 9:57-10:4 As followers of Jesus, we know we must count the cost, but sometimes we work harder at getting out of situations, when we should be working on how we can get through them. The missional life involves walking with Jesus, and learning from him. He has a purpose for your life, and spiritual disciplines help you keep at it and stay focused. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchur...

Genesis 1:26-27 In Genesis we see that humankind was created in God's image, bearing the marks of God, but not being God. Nevertheless, Jesus was the only true human who lived in the sinless humanity designed by God. How do we maintain our humanity in light of Artificial Intelligence? By living a cross-shaped life as Jesus did, serving God and others. Don't let AI consume you. Website: immanuelde....

1 Thessalonians 4:1-8 As we begin to conclude the series, "Living a Life of Spiritual Renewal", we may ask why we should seek that. Once we recognize our sinfulness and failures, and then grasp the awesome mercy of God shown in the sacrifice of His Son, our gratitude is shown by living a life that is pleasing to Him. It's one that is spiritually renewed daily. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: imm...

1 Kings 19:4-12 Jesus found it necessary to seek solitude regularly, to fellowship with the Father and gain strength. He did it when he needed preparation, wisdom, and rest, or when he was in mourning. He also sought solitude when he was caught in busyness, or before important events. Let Jesus be our example. As Elijah of old, listen for God's quiet voice. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanu...

2 Timothy 3:10-17 Every part of Scripture is God-breathed and useful one way or another—showing us truth, exposing our rebellion, correcting our mistakes, training us to live God’s way. Through the Word we are put together and shaped for the tasks God has for us. As we read the Bible, we need to let the Bible read us. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Chu...

Acts 20:18-35 As we review how we spend our time during a week, how much was spent serving God and others? In order to impact the lives of others, we need to spend time getting to know them, and seeking to serve them. In the Acts passage, we find Paul speaking of his investment into the lives of those in the early Church. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel...

2 Corinthians 8:1-12, 9:6-11 An important part of spiritual renewal is Generosity, which is a reflection of God's grace. Jesus was generous, so we should be also. It is sacrificial and always requires faith. Sowing seeds of generosity reaps a generous harvest of joy. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Isaiah 58 As we continue to consider the subject of Fasting, we see in Isaiah 58 that it's more than just a time to grow in holiness and maturity. A natural result of spiritual growth is the desire for justice and mercy for the poor. God calls us to have compassion on the physical needs of others, as well as the spiritual needs. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: I...

Matthew 4:1-11 Taking regular time to fast and pray helps our whole person to grow spiritually. 1- it weans us off cycles of pleasure, 2- it helps reveal what is truly in our heart, 3- it helps reorder our priorities, 4- it enables us to draw our power from God to overcome sin. "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God." Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTu...

Acts 2:1-21 On this Pentecost Sunday, Jay Pathak, the National Director of Vineyard USA, spoke about the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on Pentecost, and how the Holy Spirit desires to continue to fill us everyday. We need to draw upon His power to mature as followers of Jesus, and to transform our witness to the world. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Ch...

John 3:5-8 There is one God, three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit reveals Himself to us by the life He births in us. The Holy Spirit empowers us, so that He may reveal Himself to others. The Holy Spirit brings us clarity where there is confusion. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Isaiah 58:13-14 Our time of Sabbath rest should be a delight, not a burden. We should delight in the things that delight God. He delights in His Creation, so we should take time to enjoy nature. He delights in His children, so we should spend some time with other believers. He delights in love, justice & righteousness, so we should serve others. Even as He delights in His Son, Jesus, so should we...

Genesis 2:1-3 Our culture pressures us to be busy. Jesus wants to give us rest. We can experience Jesus more if we set aside some time each week to rest and fellowship with Him. By surrendering a time of contemplation before God, we are renewed physically, mentally, and spiritually. It's a glimpse of eternity. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilm...

2 Corinthians 4:1-18 The temporal things of life will eventually fail. By fixing our eyes on Christ, we're able to be renewed in the unseen things that are eternal. He set the example, by extending grace, choosing a path of vulnerability, and seeking the highest interest of others. That's what is pleasing to God: not power plays, but shepherding hearts. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelch...

Deuteronomy 6:1-9 Listening to God is critical to becoming fervent for serving the Lord. It comes by 1) Reading and praying through the Bible, 2) Walking in the Spirit, 3) Inserting yourself into Christian community. If we want spiritual renewal, we must not selectively hear & obey God. (This recording begins with the pre-sermon worship.) Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington...

1 Samuel 1:1-20 When we are broken or discouraged, we may find it hard to pray, especially when answers don't come right away. As we study the story of Hannah, we can be encouraged. Brokenness is a yielded heart open before God, emptied of pride and bitterness. We can rediscover God's love, mercy and forgiveness. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church W...

Sunday, April 9, 2023 Unfortunately, the YouTube Livestream failed to video the Easter morning service. This audio is the Worship & Children's Lesson preceding the Sermon. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Sunday, April 9, 2023 Ephesians 1:15-23 Mankind is in search of paradise and peace. The death of Jesus on the cross occurred for our sake, yet it was the resurrection that proved the truth and power of Christ. We can walk today in newness of life, because of that resurrection power. We find paradise in Him. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilming...

Luke 9:28-48 As we look at the account of Palm Sunday, we see those who recognized Jesus for who he was, and others who did not. The proud religious people resisted the Good News, while the humble experienced it's power. A consistent hunger for Jesus will keep us kingdom-focused and kingdom-powered. Are you desperate for God? Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Imma...

Acts 12:1-17 We tend to put God in boxes, and forget the mystery of God. That can affect our prayer life. His mysteries are beyond our understanding. After we let God out of our boxes, we become freer in prayer. Our light will stay dim if we don't commit ourselves to ambition in our prayers. The lesson from the passage in Acts opens up endless possibilities for a praying church. Website: immanueld...

Luke 11:1-13 In order to experience spiritual renewal, we need to take time to talk with God, not just to Him. As we see in the Lord's Prayer, that involves prayers of gratitude, and of lamenting, as well as petitions and intercessions. Be open with Him. Bring all that you have to God. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

James 5:13-18 If we are to experience a life of renewal, we need to be involved in the discipline of prayer. The power of prayer does not reside in the words that we speak or in the rituals we follow, but in the person and work of Jesus Christ. Allow the Spirit of Jesus to move in you as you worship God and intercede for others. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: I...

Revelation 3:14-22 As we look at the ministry of Jesus, we see times when people were healed and renewed because of their faith, and times when people walked away empty because they lacked faith. Do you believe He can renew you? He's calling you to be closer to Him, and is knocking on your heart's door. Come into His presence with thanksgiving and faith. Be active in seeking spiritual maturity and...