Standing Amazed (+Worship This Sunday!)
Good morning, Immanuel. No matter what challenges you're facing today, take joy that the Lord's love is truly marvelous and reaches beyond the heavens!
“And he withdrew from them about a stone's throw, and knelt down and prayed, saying "Father, if you are willing, remove this cup from me. Nevertheless, not my will but yours be done." And there appeared to him an angel from heaven, strengthening him. And being in agony he prayed more earnestly; and his sweat became like great drops of blood falling down to the ground” (Luke 22: 41-44).
"I Stand Amazed" was written by Charles H Gabriel, a self-taught and prolific musician, song leader, and composer. In Verse 2 of the song, Gabriel paints a picture referencing Luke 22:41-44: "For me, it was in the garden, He prayed, 'Not my will but thine.' He had no tears for his own grief but sweat drops of blood for mine."
This particular arrangement holds a special significance for us here at Immanuel. In the Spring of 2020, several members of the Immanuel Worship team traveled to Cedarville, Ohio, for what was expected to be a few exceptional days of ministry. Little did we know that it would be the last time we, along with most people in the world, would be together for many months due to the pandemic. As the unexpected news of the campus closing reached the students, we found comfort in the fact that the Lord had already provided us with the songs we needed for that day, including this one.
I vividly remember the powerful and heartfelt singing of this song as we sought guidance from the Lord during a time of turmoil and confusion. Our voices rang out with exuberance and confidence in His marvelous love. It was a moment of worship that will stay with me forever (you can watch it here!). There are particulars to the board mix from that day that are especially significant to the way we play this song now, particularly how the sound engineer had the organ volume turned up to an extraordinarily loud level.
My friend, no matter what challenges you're facing today, take joy in the truth that the Lord's love is truly marvelous and reaches beyond the heavens!
January 21, 2023 - This Sunday At Immanuel
Sunday Morning…
We’ve had many plans change this week due to inclement weather, but one plan remains the same: Sunday morning! Join us as we worship the risen Christ at our 9 am or 10:45 am services. We will continue our new series in 1 Timothy.
Seminars…
9 am: Studying the Bible Together led by Dr. Tom Cox in the Staff Lounge
9 am: Exit Signs - A study in Exodus Seminar led by Dr. Russell Moore in the Cafe
9 am: Student Seminar led by Vince Greenwald in the gymnasium (grades 5-12)
On The Horizon…
RESCHEDULED: Saturday, January 27th - NEXT STEPS ONE DAY EVENT. Join us on Saturday, January 20th, from 9 am-2 pm in the cafe for Next Steps Day. We will cover the material for all four sessions. Coffee and lunch will be provided. RSVP here.
RESCHEDULED: Thursday, January 25th: The Young Professionals gathering scheduled for January 18th has been postponed. Our next meeting will occur in the Cafe on January 25th at 6:30 pm.
Amen! Thank you Jessica!