Immanuel Church Wilmington Delaware

2 Corinthians 2:12-3:18 In order to experience spiritual renewal, we need to focus on Jesus, not Jesus+. In a world of temporary things, it's only the Word and work of the Lord that stands in permanence. Some things that can veil the work of God are 1) competition with worldly promotions, 2) personality driven ministry, 3) attaching the Gospel to political ideologies. The health of a church is mea...

1 Samuel 7:2-16 As we see God bringing renewal and revival to universities and churches throughout this nation, we take a moment to look at a time when revival came to the nation of Israel. Repentance of sin, worship of God, and intercession are elements that open our hearts to spiritual revival. May His Spirit move across this nation and the world. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurch...

Ecclesiastes 5:8-20 As we continue to study the issues of life, we are reminded that striving for wealth is meaningless, since it is temporary. The love of money drives us away from loving God. God intended for mankind to work, but to do it as a gift from God. Serving God and others, instead of wealth, is what brings joy and eternal meaning in life. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurch...

Ecclesiastes 5 As we continue "The Search for the Meaning of Life", as related in Ecclesiastes, we see how important it is to be open with God, and to have our commitment to Him be more than just words. He is in heaven, and we are not. He knows us. Let our words be few, and our actions sincere. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington YouTube: Immanuel Church Wilmington DE

Ecclesiastes 4 As we continue the study of Ecclesiastes, we see the author pointing out that lives of oppression, envy, and radical individualism are all meaningless. He then points out that God's intention is for us to be together with Him and with one another. We then see how the early church sought to follow Jesus in a broken world, and are challenged to pray that our church will follow their e...

Ecclesiastes 3 Through this third chapter we see: 1) everything has it's time, 2) God will eventually make everything beautiful, 3) we have a hard time understanding God, 4) He is sovereign. As a result, we should have courage, and face our seasons with faith. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Ecclesiastes 2 As we continue the search for life's meaning, we move on to chapter 2 of Ecclesiastes. The author lists the endless amount of possessions and positions he has, and concludes that they are all meaningless without God, since we can't take them with us when we pass. Turn from a life of consumerism to a life of consuming God. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

Ecclesiastes 1 We begin a new series based on Ecclesiastes, entitled "Searching for the Meaning of Life". As the author reflects on that question, he finds that life is meaningless if based on the routines, memories and wisdom of the world. We then see throughout Scripture, our life does have eternal meaning, if we see things through the eyes of Jesus. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchu...

Matthew 11:28-30 As we enter the new year, we are reminded to take time to rest. If we don't, we can become anxious and unfruitful in our Christian walk. God rested on the seventh day of Creation, and exhorts us to do the same. Build into your life a time of rest, a time to focus on your relationship with Christ. Shift from restlessness to restfulness. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchu...

Luke 2:8-20 As we conclude the series on those who encountered the coming Christ, we see how the King of the Universe revealed himself to humble shepherds. It was appropriate, since throughout the Hebrew scriptures, Jesus was referred to as the Shepherd King, who will provide all that we need. Website: immanuelde.com Facebook: immanuelchurchwilmington

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...

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...

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:...

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 th...

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 re...

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