The Daily + This Sunday at Immanuel!
Good morning, Immanuel. The strength we need is not something we find deep within ourselves but something that originates outside of us - by the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
“You then, my child, be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus” (2 Timothy 2:1).
When we think about the grace of God, we often focus on the saving grace of God in Christ —and rightly so. The grace of God is the only way to explain salvation. I think of John Newton, who wrote one of the most well-known hymns in church history– “Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me, I once was lost but now I’m found, was blind but now I see…”
The grace of God is the grace that saves sinners. But the grace of God is the gift that keeps on giving. Not only does the grace of God clothe us in the righteousness of Jesus, but the grace of God also clothes us in the power of Jesus. “Be strengthened by the grace that is in Christ Jesus.”
We’re tempted to look at our own personality or temperament and feel as if God doesn’t really use people like us. But that isn’t how God works at all. In Christ, strength is not a matter of personality or temperament but a matter of grace. The strength we need is not something we find deep within ourselves but something that originates outside of us - by the grace that is in Christ Jesus.
This Sunday At Immanuel
Sunday Morning…
WORSHIP—Join us for our 9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. services as we continue our series in 2 Timothy!
Seminars…
9 am: Exit Signs - A Study in Exodus Seminar led by Dr. Russel Moore will meet in the cafe
9 am: Studying the Bible Together, led by Dr. Tom Cox in the Staff Lounge
9 am: Student Seminar led by Vince Greenwald in the gymnasium (grades 5-12)
Resource…
New Book - God's Go-Togethers: A Celebration of God’s Design for People, by Sam Allberry. Check it out here!
STAY IN THE LOOP
HONORING TAYLOR CHEEK—Did you know our iKids Director is celebrating 10 years of faithfully serving our kids? To honor her 10 years of service, we’d love to give her letters of honor and encouragement from parents, volunteers, and, of course, our kids! Please drop off all letters at the iKids building or the Connect desk in the lobby by Sunday, May 19th.
RETREATS: SAVE THE DATES - Our Women’s & Men’s retreats are on the horizon! The ladies will meet on September 27th & 28th at Deer Run Retreat with guest speaker Jani Ortlund. The men will meet on October 25th & 26th at Deer Run Retreat with guest speaker Ray Ortlund. Sign-up info is coming soon!
DISCOVER RECEPTION—Are you new to Immanuel? Join us on May 12 at 10:45 a.m. in the cafe to learn about Immanuel and how you can connect. Sign up here.
INFANT BAPTISM & CHILD DEDICATION - Interested in baptizing or dedicating your baby at Immanuel? Sign up to attend our parent seminar next Wednesday, May 15th, at 6:30pm in the cafe with kids’ classes available! To learn more and prepare for the meeting, read our booklet on infant baptism and dedication at Immanuel.
Praise God!!