Education at Emmanuel
LECTIONARY PLUS: Prepare for Worship This Sunday.
This week’s readings, 1 Timothy 1:1–14 and Luke 17:5–10, center on faith. How can we grow in faith so that we can forgive others, even our enemies, as Jesus asked of His disciples? How do we nurture and pass on faith from generation to generation? These passages remind us that even faith the size of a mustard seed can accomplish amazing things. What “mountain” is God calling you to move?
Watch the video. Join us this Sunday to hear the sermon where we will listen and reflect on these meaningful scriptures.
THIS WEEK’S SUNDAY FORUM! Why does God test Our faith?
Does He always test us? Are there rules?
Perhaps the better question is: what is the purpose of the test? A good teacher, mentor, or coach uses challenges not to trap us, but to strengthen us, to help us grow more resilient. In the same way, God’s tests are opportunities, not traps—because the One who tests us has our best interests at heart.
Each day we face trials that can be difficult, even painful. But if we view them as gifts from God, we can see them as opportunities to surrender to His wisdom, to trust Him more fully, and to become more like Jesus.
We will not have a class this week as Pastor Rick Bliese is the only pastor available on Sunday. We invite you to watch the video and then share your thoughts with your family.
It’s a great way to reflect and grow together in faith.
JOIN OUR GROWING GROUP FOR HAPPY HOUR ON MONDAYS AT 4:00 PM BY ZOOM.
Join us on Monday, October 6, at 4:00 PM for Happy Hour on Zoom! Together we’ll enjoy conversation about Sunday’s sermon and continue our discussion of the series House of David—this week focusing on Episode 3.
Featured Wine: Pinot Noir from Sonoma
This growing group is a wonderful way to share good company, meaningful conversation, and a glass of wine—all from the comfort of your home.
THURSDAY BIBLE STUDY EACH WEEK AT 10:30 AM.
In today’s class one of the topics Pastor Bliese introduced was the atonement theory, explaining its importance in understanding how Jesus's actions on the cross reconcile humanity with God.
He outlines three main atonement theories: ransom (economic language), penal substitution (justice metaphor), and Christus Victor (battle metaphor).
Each theory offers a distinct perspective on how Jesus' sacrifice addresses the problem of sin and reconciles humanity with God.
Richard encourages participants to reflect on which atonement theory resonates most with their understanding of Jesus's work on the cross.
Click here for today’s notes from class.