Education at Emmanuel
LECTIONARY PLUS: This Sunday, we celebrate both Good Shepherd Sunday and Mother’s Day!
How are we called to be good shepherds in our daily lives? Listen to Pastor Bliese’s reflections on this week’s readings before you come to worship—his insights will help prepare your heart and mind for Sunday’s message.
This week’s readings:
Scripture Reading: Acts 9:36-43
Gospel: John 10:22-30
SUNDAY FORUM:
Listening to a Sermon - As a Lutheran
Finding Christ in Every Sermon: Learn to hear the two words that God speaks in a sermon—Law and Gospel. Discover how this simple, profound truth can change lives and set you free.
Here are the question we will review in today's Sunday Forum - Please take a few minutes to write down your thoughts:
1. What part of the sermon stood out most to you? (Was there a line, image, or moment that stayed with you?)
2. What did you hear as the Law? (What troubled you? What revealed your sin or struggle?)
3. What did you hear as the Gospel? (What gave you hope, comfort, or freedom in Christ?)
4. Where was Christ clearly present in the sermon? (How was Jesus shown as your Savior—for you?)
5. What is Christ saving you from in this sermon? (Sin, fear, shame, lies, death?)
6. What promise did Christ give to you through the sermon?
7. Did the sermon speak to your life right now? If so, how?
8. Any words of encouragement or suggestions for the preacher?
Thank you and Gold Bless!
THURSDAY BIBLE STUDY: The Lutheran approach to hearing the Word of God through the "three-step" rhythm of baptism, preaching, and communion.
Key Takeaways
Lutherans emphasize hearing the "Word of God" as more than just Scripture, focusing on Jesus, oral proclamation, and written text
The Lutheran "three-step" of baptism, preaching, and communion creates a rhythm for both Sunday worship and daily life
Law and gospel are key lenses for hearing God's Word, with law showing demands/sin and gospel showing promises/forgiveness
Communion builds community and sends believers out in mission, not just as individuals but as the body of Christ
Bible Study Schedule Update
Please note that we will take a break from Bible study on May 15, but will resume on May 22. We look forward to seeing you then!