Teaching Emmanuel

Our second message in the series True God True Man, from Philippians 2:5-11. Preached by Pastor Jason Pierce on Nov. 9, 2025.

Our first sermon in the series True God True Man: A Series on the Wonder of Christ's Incarnation. Sermon Text John 1:1-14. Recorded Nov. 2, 2025.

Sermon:  Faithful to the End Text:  1 & 2 Thessalonians As we conclude our journey through Paul’s letters to the Thessalonians, we’ll look back at the rich themes that have shaped this series—hope in suffering, holiness in daily life, love for the church, and steadfast faith in the promise of Christ’s return. In  Faithful to the End , we’ll celebrate how God strengthens His people to stand fir...

This passage helps us see God is a God of order, and He calls His people to live diligently and responsibly within His design. In this message,  Living Responsibly , we’ll explore Paul’s challenge to the Thessalonian church to avoid idleness, contribute faithfully to the life of the community, and model a gospel-shaped work ethic that glorifies Christ. Join us as we learn how faithful, responsible...

2 Thessalonians 3:1-5This week we see a God who is faithful—faithful to advance His Word, faithful to guard His people. This creates confidence in prayer, boldness in evangelism, with an eye toward His love and Christ’s endurance. Listen as we lift our eyes to the God who strengthens His people by His grace.

2 Thessalonians 2:13-17 We continue our series Strength for a Struggling Church with a message from 2 Thessalonians 2:13–17, Stand Firm. In a world filled with shifting voices and uncertainty, Paul reminds us that God Himself strengthens us by His grace, grounding us in the truth of the gospel and calling us to hold fast.

2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 - In a world filled with confusion, fear, and false claims about the future, God’s people need an anchor of truth. The Apostle Paul reminded the Thessalonian church that when deception threatens their peace, they must return to God’s Word and rest in the hope of Christ’s victory. Join us this Sunday as we open God’s Word together and find strength for our own struggles in th...

Life as a follower of Christ is not without opposition, setbacks, or suffering. Yet God has not left His people without hope or help. In his second letter to the Thessalonians, the Apostle Paul reminds a weary church that their strength comes from the God who is faithful, righteous, and near. Join us as we walk through 2 Thessalonians, discovering how the gospel gives endurance in trials, clarity...

Paul reminds us that Christians grieve, but not as those without hope. Because Jesus died and rose again, we have the sure promise that God will raise His people at Christ’s return. This truth not only reshapes the way we face death, but also calls us to live as children of light—awake,ready, and encouraged by the God of resurrection and salvation.  Listen in as we worship the God of Resurrection...

What does it mean to live a life that pleases God? In this passage, Paul reminds us that the Christian life is not just about what we believe but how we walk. God calls His people to pursue holiness in purity, love in relationships, and diligence in daily work. The gospel reshapes our everyday lives so that our conduct reflects Christ and commends Him to the watching world. Listen as we consider t...

1 Thessalonians 2:17–3:13 Paul’s heart for the Thessalonians gives us a windowinto the deep spiritual bond of gospel-shaped community. He longed to be with them, sacrificed to strengthen them, rejoiced at their perseverance, and prayed that God would establish them in holiness and love. In this message we see how the Good Shepherd works through His people to strengthen His church—with love, longin...

2 Thessalonians 2:1-16. This week at Emmanuel, we continue in 1 Thessalonians 2 with a message titled The Shepherd’s Heart. Paul’s ministry in Thessalonica shows us what true gospel-shaped shepherding looks like—speaking the gospel with courage, living for God’s pleasure, giving ourselves for others’ growth, and persevering so the gospel advances. At the center is the Shepherd’s heart of Jesus Him...

The first sermon in a series on 1 Thessalonians. This short letter from the Apostle Paul encourages believers who are new in the faith, facing pressure from the world, and longing for clarity and strength. Through its pages, we discover the power of the gospel to shape a church marked by faith, love, and hope in Jesus Christ.

In this conclusion to our series on the Nicene Creed, we turn our attention to the final words of this ancient confession: “We believe in one, holy, catholic, and apostolic Church. We confess one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look forward to the resurrection of the dead and the life of the world to come. Amen.” We explore what it means to belong to the apostolic Church, live on mission f...

We continue our series Πιστεύομεν – We Believe by turning our focus to the third person of the Trinity in the Nicene Creed: “And in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and life-giver…” While often misunderstood, overlooked, or over-emphasized, the Spirit is the Living God, Lord and giver of Life. He is the breath of God, God’s gift, and the Love of God poured into our hearts. Come learn more about the Holy...

The second message in our series Πιστεύομεν – We Believe focuses on the second article of the Nicene Creed: “And in one Lord Jesus Christ…for us and for our salvation…”  Jesus is not only central to the creed—we confess that He is central to our salvation, our hope, and our story. Fully God and fully man, Jesus humbled Himself to the point of death, was raised in glory, and now reigns as Lord. Joi...

Title: We Believe in God the Father Almighty Focus: Why we confess, where the Creed came from, and how knowing God as Father changes our worship and identity. For centuries, Christians across the globe have confessed the Nicene Creed as a clear and beautiful summary of the faith once for all delivered to the saints. Over the next four weeks, we’ll walk through the Creed, grounding our hearts in th...

As we conclude our series in Genesis, we’ll see how Jacob and Joseph face death—not with fear, but with faith. In their final blessings and final breaths, both men trust that God will fulfill every promise He’s made. Come hear how faith looks not just in life, but all the way to the end—and how God’s faithfulness spans generations, including ours.

When Joseph’s brothers return to Canaan with news that he is alive, Jacob can hardly believe it. But what follows is a surprising story of God’s kindness in the midst of famine, grief, and fear. In this passage, we’ll see how God not only provides for His people but dwells with them—even in Egypt. Listen along as we discover how God's grace often shows up in the places we least expect.

Genesis 43:1–44:14; 45:1-15We return to the story of Joseph and his brothers in Genesis 43–45. In a moving display of mercy, Joseph tests his brothers—not to take revenge, but to reveal their hearts and ultimately show them unexpected, undeserved grace. Through this story, we’ll see how God graciously works through testing and repentance to bring reconciliation. Listen to how this ancient family d...

As we continue our journey through the life of Joseph, this episode takes a look at “The Grace of God in the Life of Judah” (Genesis 29–44). Once a selfish, calloused man, Judah emerges as a changed brother—one who steps forward in courage, compassion, and sacrificial love. What changed him? Grace! Be encouraged by how God's mercy transforms sinners into servants, and how Judah’s story points us t...

When famine strikes, Jacob sends his sons to Egypt—unaware that he’s stepping into God’s redemptive plan. In this week’s passage, we’ll see how God uses fear, testing, and discomfort not to punish but to pursue His people’s hearts. Through Joseph’s encounter with his brothers, buried guilt resurfaces, and the first signs of repentance emerge. God is always working—even in hardship His purposes are...

Genesis 41:1-57 When Pharaoh's dreams left him shaken, only God's humble servant could speak from God and bring hope. In a world where human wisdom fails, God raises up the humble to carry His wisdom and rescue many.  Watch/listen how God worked through Joseph—and how He still works through Christ today.

Genesis 40:1-23 In dark places and quiet seasons, it can feel like God is absent—but Genesis 40 reminds us that He is still at work. As Joseph waits in prison, forgotten by men but not by God, the Lord speaks through dreams and sustains Joseph with purpose. This message explores how God Speaks in the Silence , and His presence and promises hold steady even when our circumstances are confusing or p...

Genesis 39:1-23 In our continued journey through the life of Joseph, we turn to Genesis 39 and consider how God’s faithful covenant love is at work—even in suffering and injustice. Though Joseph is betrayed, enslaved, and imprisoned, Scripture emphasizes one unshakable truth:  “The Lord was with Joseph.” Be encouraged by the God who never abandons His people and who keeps His promises, even in the...