On Sunday our Location Pastors continued our series “Standing Strong” focusing on Hebrews 11. What an incredible chapter full of inspiring stories as we look at heroes of the faith! Faith is conviction and certainty based on a trusting relationship with God. Our belief shapes our behavior as we live out our faith, finding strength and hope each day. If you couldn’t join on Sunday, check out Pastor Nathan Grams’ message at Emmanuel Spring Lake Park.

On Sunday Pastor Nate preached “What to DO with what you KNOW,” a practical and compelling message based on Hebrews 9 and 10. Through this sermon we learn about Jesus’ perfect sacrifice and His power to bring forgiveness and hope into our story. We can connect confidently with God holding tight to the faith and hope He’s given us. We can’t neglect the powerful connection that happens when we meet as the church, and in gathering we find the opportunity to inspire others to do good. Once we’ve experienced salvation, we must stop the habit of sinning. As we remember our “God story” we can look back in gratitude, and we look ahead in hope for the Lord’s reward. Sunday’s message was full of so many powerful truths for us to lean into! Check it out here if you haven’t already.

Jesus is Better by Emmanuel Christian Center

On Sunday, guest speaker and evangelist Will Jones preached a message titled “Graduation: Progressing Onward” based on Hebrews chapter 6. The Word of God challenges us to move forward, to grow and to build upon the foundation. God invites us, His children, to progress toward maturity in Christ. To neglect this truth is to settle for spiritual immaturity and stagnation. Check out Sunday’s message here if you haven’t already.

On Sunday, Pastor Nate preached a powerful message titled “Unlock Your Heart” based on Hebrews 4 and 5. As we listen to God’s voice and keep our hearts from being hardened, we are able to enter into His rest and His promises. God’s word is alive and powerful, shining into our lives to bring hope, revelation and freedom. As we lean into His voice we learn to trust Him, to confess to Him, and bring our requests to Him in full confidence. The alternative, hardening our hearts and dismissing His voice, will lead us to become cynical, stagnant and spiritually dull. Today the Lord invites us to unlock our hearts and to pursue Him with Thanksgiving. Check out Sunday’s message here if you haven’t already.

On Sunday, we had guest speaker, Pastor Jonathan Rivera, continue our series in the book of Hebrews. He preached a powerful and engaging message from Hebrews 3 titled “First Things First.” If the enemy can’t destroy us, he will try to distract us. We need to fix our focus on Jesus and put all things in their rightful place. Finally, we need to remember that even though we play a part, God has built the house. Check out Sunday’s message here if you haven’t already.

On Sunday, Pastor Nate continued our Summer series “Standing Strong” on the book of Hebrews and preached a powerful message titled “The Perfect Leader.” Jesus reveals God to us. In fact, Jesus IS God’s message. As we listen to Him, look to Him, and follow Him we are able to overcome. He leads us out of our mess so we make it to the finish line. He can help us in our tests and in our fears. Jesus is our perfect leader! Check out Sunday’s message here if you haven’t already.

On Sunday, Pastor Nate preached a powerful message to kick off our new series “Standing Strong” on the book of Hebrews, which we will be studying this summer. In our day and age, it is so common for people to quit and give up. The book of Hebrews has the potential to unlock our ability to have a resilient faith that won’t drift. God challenges us to not give up, and to persevere in faith keeping Jesus at the center. As the Lord builds perseverance, endurance, and resilience in our life, we can learn to push through and be race-finishers. This is such an inspiring and relevant message! Check it out here if you haven’t already.

On Sunday, Emmanuel locations had the opportunity to hear a powerful message from their pastors. Pastor Nathan spoke at Emmanuel Spring Lake Park and challenged us to never stay stuck. Remember your journey, get rid of any junk you’ve picked up on the way, renew your faith, and live to your fullest potential excited about the future God has in store for you. The story of Jacob is relatable to all of us, regardless of where we are at in life. Check it out here if you haven’t already.

The Tension Of Redemption by Emmanuel Christian Center