The Daily + Immanuel at a Glance
Good morning Immanuel! We don’t always have the knowledge we want, but we are always given the strength we need.
“It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you." Acts 1:7-8
“I don’t know” is one of the phrases we need the most and like to use the least. None of us likes admitting ignorance. But it is healthy to acknowledge that what we know is limited and incomplete.
Not only is it healthy to acknowledge this fact, but I think it is also spiritually necessary. These words of Jesus remind us that there are things we’re not meant to know. There is a glory to being human, but some things are still above our pay grade. That can be frustrating, embarrassing even. We have questions we’d love answers to.
But while we don’t always have the knowledge we want, we are always given the strength we need. We don't know everything. Instead, we're promised power. The Holy Spirit will come – not just to the world in general, but to Jesus’ disciples individually. The Spirit will give us what we need to be the Lord’s servants.
We live in challenging times. There are so many complex questions and situations to navigate. But it doesn't ultimately come down to how much I know, but how much the Lord has given.
As we head into this day, we can be grateful for—and reliant upon—the strength that comes down from above.
Immanuel At a Glance
Sunday Updates
This past Sunday, Pastor TJ began our sermon series in the book of Ephesians! Watch the sermon here.
We still have a handful of Ephesians journals remaining. Pick up a copy at the welcome desk on Sunday.
If you miss Dr. Russell Moore’s Genesis seminar, you can listen via the Immanuel Podcast.
This upcoming Sunday, we look forward to celebrating the installation of new officers at Immanuel and welcoming new members!
Wednesday Updates
This past Wednesday night, Pastor John Farmer took us on a walk through Acts 1:12-26. You can watch the teaching session here.
We look forward to seeing you this Wednesday evening! Doors to the cafe open at 6 pm, iKids and Student Ministry check-in beings at 6:15 pm, and the teaching session starts at 6:30 pm.
On the Horizon
If you are looking for ways to connect at Immanuel, consider signing up for a serve team. To learn more about serving, view our sign-up page here.