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Jul 16
24

Household Worship Guide – Week of July 24th

While it is true that the people of God are to gather corporately to worship on the Lord’s Day (Hebrews 10:24-25), the scriptures also imply that we are to worship God in our homes between each Lord’s day (Deuteronomy 6:7). Emmaus’ weekly Household Worship Guide provides structure to lead singles, married couples, and families with children of all ages in the daily worship of God within the home. The guide simply encourages Christians to read, pray, and sing. In addition, the elder’s of Emmaus encourage the use of the Baptist Catechism for systematic instruction in the Christian faith.

This is a guide and should be used as such. The intent is not for an individual or family to follow the guide point by point, but rather to utilize the resource to craft a daily worship experience appropriate for their home. Keep it simple, keep it short, and keep it consistent (and don’t forget to be patient and flexible too).

For a detailed prayer guide, and for commentary on the catechism, please follow the links provided in the corresponding sections below.

May God be glorified each and every day!

Worship Through The Reading of God’s Word   

Yearly Bible Reading Plan

  • SUNDAY > Judg 6, Acts 10, Jer 19, Mark 5
  • MONDAY > Judg 7, Acts 11, Jer 20, Mark 6
  • TUESDAY > Judg 8, Acts 12, Jer 21, Mark 7
  • WEDNESDAY > Judg 9, Acts 13, Jer 22, Mark 8
  • THURSDAY > Judg 10, Acts 14, Jer 23, Mark 9
  • FRIDAY > Judg 11, Acts 15, Jer 24, Mark 10
  • SATURDAY > Judg 12, Acts 16, Jer 25, Mark 11

Bible Stories

  • Saul Becomes King – 1 Samuel 9:1-10:27
  • Jonathan’s Bravery – 1 Samuel 14:1-46

Scripture Reading For The Upcoming Lord’s Day – July 31st

  • Sermon text: Philippians 4:8-9
  • Old Testament Reading: Psalm 119:9-16

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Worship Through Prayer – The Lord’s Prayer 

Baptist Catechism 106 

  • Q. What rule [has] God given for our direction in prayer?
  • A. The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer, but the special rule of direction is that prayer; which Christ taught His disciples, commonly called the Lord’s Prayer. 

Recitation of the Lord’s Prayer

  • “Pray then like this:
    ‘Our Father in heaven,
    hallowed be your name.
    Your kingdom come,
    your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
    Give us this day our daily bread,
    and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.
    And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.’”
    For yours is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever, Amen.
    (Matthew 6:5–14, ESV)

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Worship Through Song

Sunday Worship Set – July 31st 

You can purchase or listen to these songs on various websites such as iTunes. The lyrics for each song are provide below.

  • O Worship The King – LYRICS
  • Nothing But The Blood – LYRICS
  • How Deep The Father’s Love For Us – LYRICS
  • Be Thou My Vision – LYRICS

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Catechism – Systematic Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standard BC #29

  • Q. How does Christ execute the office of a king?

  • A. Christ executes the office of a king, in subduing us to Himself, in ruling and defending us, and in restraining and conquering all His and our enemies.

Memory Verse(s)

  • “Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father” (Philippians 2:9–11, ESV).

Scripture

  • Study Passage: 1 Corinthians 15:20-28

  • Support Passages: Psalm 8:6; Ephesians 1:20-23, 6:10-13; Philippians 2:9-10; Hebrews 1:13, 2:8, 10:12-13

  • Bible Story: Matthew 4:1-11

Click here for the catechism study guide and discussion questions

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Jul 16
10

Household Worship Guide – Week of July 10th

While it is true that the people of God are to gather corporately to worship on the Lord’s Day (Hebrews 10:24-25), the scriptures also imply that we are to worship God in our homes between each Lord’s day (Deuteronomy 6:7). Emmaus’ weekly Household Worship Guide provides structure to lead singles, married couples, and families with children of all ages in the daily worship of God within the home. The guide simply encourages Christians to read, pray, and sing. In addition, the elder’s of Emmaus encourage the use of the Baptist Catechism for systematic instruction in the Christian faith.

This is a guide and should be used as such. The intent is not for an individual or family to follow the guide point by point, but rather to utilize the resource to craft a daily worship experience appropriate for their home. Keep it simple, keep it short, and keep it consistent (and don’t forget to be patient and flexible too).

For a detailed prayer guide, and for commentary on the catechism, please follow the links provided in the corresponding sections below.

May God be glorified each and every day!

Worship Through The Reading of God’s Word   

Yearly Bible Reading Plan

  • SUNDAY > Josh 11, Ps 144, Jer 5, Matt 19
  • MONDAY > Josh 12‐13, Ps 145, Jer 6, Matt 20
  • TUESDAY > Josh 14‐15, Ps 146‐147, Jer 7, Matt 21
  • WEDNESDAY > Josh 16‐17, Ps 148, Jer 8, Matt 22
  • THURSDAY > Josh 18‐19, Ps 149‐150, Jer 9, Matt 23
  • FRIDAY > Josh 20‐21, Acts 1, Jer 10, Matt 24
  • SATURDAY > Josh 22, Acts 2, Jer 11, Matt 25

Bible Stories

  • Samson as Judge – Judges 13:1-16:31
  • Ruth, Naomi and Boaz – Ruth 1:1-4:22

Scripture Reading For The Upcoming Lord’s Day – July 17th

  • Sermon text: Philippians 4:4–7

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Worship Through Prayer – The Lord’s Prayer 

Baptist Catechism 106 

  • Q. What rule [has] God given for our direction in prayer?
  • A. The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer, but the special rule of direction is that prayer; which Christ taught His disciples, commonly called the Lord’s Prayer. 

Recitation of the Lord’s Prayer

  • “Pray then like this:
    ‘Our Father in heaven,
    hallowed be your name.
    Your kingdom come,
    your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
    Give us this day our daily bread,
    and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.
    And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.’”
    For yours is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever, Amen.
    (Matthew 6:5–14, ESV)

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Worship Through Song

Sunday Worship Set – July 17th 

You can purchase or listen to these songs on various websites such as iTunes. The lyrics for each song are provide below.

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Catechism – Systematic Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standard BC #28

  • Q. How does Christ execute the office of a priest?
  • A. Christ executes the office of a priest, in His once offering up of Himself, a sacrifice to satisfy divine justice, and reconcile us to God, and in making continual intercession for us. 

Memory Verse(s)

  • “even as the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many” (Matthew 20:28, ESV). 

Scripture

  • Study Passage: Romans 3:21-31 John 17
  • Support Passages: Matthew 5:23-24; Acts 20:28; Romans 5:1-11; I Corinthians 6:20, 7:23; II Corinthians 5:11-21; I Peter 1:18-19 John 14:6; Romans 8:31-39; Hebrews 4:14-16, 7:23-8:3; I John 1:9-2:2
  • Bible Story: Acts 9:1-22; Numbers 16

Click here for the catechism study guide and discussion questions.

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Jul 16
3

Household Worship Guide – Week of July 3rd

While it is true that the people of God are to gather corporately to worship on the Lord’s Day (Hebrews 10:24-25), the scriptures also imply that we are to worship God in our homes between each Lord’s day (Deuteronomy 6:7). Emmaus’ weekly Household Worship Guide provides structure to lead singles, married couples, and families with children of all ages in the daily worship of God within the home. The guide simply encourages Christians to read, pray, and sing. In addition, the elder’s of Emmaus encourage the use of the Baptist Catechism for systematic instruction in the Christian faith.

This is a guide and should be used as such. The intent is not for an individual or family to follow the guide point by point, but rather to utilize the resource to craft a daily worship experience appropriate for their home. Keep it simple, keep it short, and keep it consistent (and don’t forget to be patient and flexible too).

For a detailed prayer guide, and for commentary on the catechism, please follow the links provided in the corresponding sections below.

May God be glorified each and every day!

Worship Through The Reading of God’s Word   

Yearly Bible Reading Plan

  • SUNDAY > Josh 4, Ps 129-131, Isa 64, Matt 12
  • MONDAY > Josh 5, Ps 132-134, Isa 65, Matt 13
  • TUESDAY > Josh 6, Ps 135-136, Isa 66, Matt 14
  • WEDNESDAY > Josh 7, Ps 137-138, Jer 1, Matt 15
  • THURSDAY > Josh 8, Ps 139, Jer 2, Matt 16
  • FRIDAY > Josh 9, Ps 140-141, Jer 3, Matt 17
  • SATURDAY > Josh 10, Ps 142‐143, Jer 4, Matt 18

Bible Stories

  • Gideon as Judge – Judges 6:1-7:25
  • Abimelech’s Ambition – Judges 9:1-57

Scripture Reading For The Upcoming Lord’s Day – July 10th

  • Sermon text: TBD

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Worship Through Prayer – The Lord’s Prayer 

Baptist Catechism 106 

  • Q. What rule [has] God given for our direction in prayer?
  • A. The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer, but the special rule of direction is that prayer; which Christ taught His disciples, commonly called the Lord’s Prayer. 

Recitation of the Lord’s Prayer

  • “Pray then like this:
    ‘Our Father in heaven,
    hallowed be your name.
    Your kingdom come,
    your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
    Give us this day our daily bread,
    and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.
    And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.’”
    For yours is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever, Amen.
    (Matthew 6:5–14, ESV)

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Worship Through Song

Sunday Worship Set – July 10th 

You can purchase or listen to these songs on various websites such as iTunes. The lyrics for each song are provide below.

  • TBD

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Catechism – Systematic Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standard BC #28

  • Q.How does Christ execute the office of a priest?

  • A. Christ executes the office of a priest, in His once offering up of Himself, a sacrifice to satisfy divine justice, and reconcile us to God, and in making continual intercession for us.

Memory Verse(s)

  • “For by a single offering he has perfected for all time those who are being sanctified” (Hebrews 10:14, ESV).

Scripture

  • Study Passage: Hebrews 10:11-25 (more context read Hebrews 8-10)

  • Support Passages: Hebrews 5:1-10, 7:1-28, 9:11-15, 12:24

  • Bible Story: Leviticus 16

Click here for the catechism study guide and discussion questions.

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Jun 16
27

Household Worship Guide – Week of June 26th

While it is true that the people of God are to gather corporately to worship on the Lord’s Day (Hebrews 10:24-25), the scriptures also imply that we are to worship God in our homes between each Lord’s day (Deuteronomy 6:7). Emmaus’ weekly Household Worship Guide provides structure to lead singles, married couples, and families with children of all ages in the daily worship of God within the home. The guide simply encourages Christians to read, pray, and sing. In addition, the elder’s of Emmaus encourage the use of the Baptist Catechism for systematic instruction in the Christian faith.

This is a guide and should be used as such. The intent is not for an individual or family to follow the guide point by point, but rather to utilize the resource to craft a daily worship experience appropriate for their home. Keep it simple, keep it short, and keep it consistent (and don’t forget to be patient and flexible too).

For a detailed prayer guide, and for commentary on the catechism, please follow the links provided in the corresponding sections below.

May God be glorified each and every day!

Worship Through The Reading of God’s Word   

Yearly Bible Reading Plan

  • SUNDAY > Deut 30, Ps 119:73‐96, Isa 57, Matt 5
  • MONDAY > Deut 31, Ps 119:97‐120, Isa 58, Matt 6
  • TUESDAY > Deut 32, Ps 119:121‐144, Isa 59, Matt 7
  • WEDNESDAY > Deut 33‐34, Ps 119:145‐176, Isa 60, Matt 8
  • THURSDAY > Josh 1, Ps 120-122, Isa 61, Matt 9
  • FRIDAY > Josh 2, Ps 123-125, Isa 62, Matt 10
  • SATURDAY > Josh 3, Ps 126-128, Isa 63, Matt 11

Bible Stories

  • Gibeon’s Con Artists – Joshua 9:1-27
  • Deborah and Barak – Judges 4:1-24

Scripture Reading For The Upcoming Lord’s Day – July 3rd

  • Sermon text: Colossians 4

Worship Through Prayer – The Lord’s Prayer 

Baptist Catechism 106 

  • Q. What rule [has] God given for our direction in prayer?
  • A. The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer, but the special rule of direction is that prayer; which Christ taught His disciples, commonly called the Lord’s Prayer.

  • “Pray then like this:
    ‘Our Father in heaven,
    hallowed be your name.
    Your kingdom come,
    your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
    Give us this day our daily bread,
    and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.
    And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.’”
    For yours is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever, Amen.
    (Matthew 6:5–14, ESV)

Log into the CITY for the Emmaus Prayer Guide.

Worship Through Song

Sunday Worship Set – July 3rd 

You can purchase or listen to these songs on various websites such as iTunes. The lyrics for each song are provide below.Praise To The Lord, The

Catechism – Systematic Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standard BC #27

  • Q. How does Christ execute the office of a prophet?
  • A. Christ executes the office of a prophet, in revealing to us, by this Word and Spirit, the will of God for our salvation.

Memory Verse(s)

  • “Long ago, at many times and in many ways, God spoke to our fathers by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed the heir of all things, through whom also he created the world” (Hebrews 1:1–2, ESV). 

Scripture

  • Study Passage: John 1:1-5, 9-18
  • Support Passages: Deuteronomy 18:18-19; Daniel 9:24; John 14:18-24; Acts 3:11-26
  • Bible Story: Luke 24:13-35

Click here for the Catechism Study Guide and discussion questions.

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Jun 16
20

Household Worship Guide – Week of June 19th

While it is true that the people of God are to gather corporately to worship on the Lord’s Day (Hebrews 10:24-25), the scriptures also imply that we are to worship God in our homes between each Lord’s day (Deuteronomy 6:7). Emmaus’ weekly Household Worship Guide provides structure to lead singles, married couples, and families with children of all ages in the daily worship of God within the home. The guide simply encourages Christians to read, pray, and sing. In addition, the elder’s of Emmaus encourage the use of the Baptist Catechism for systematic instruction in the Christian faith.

This is a guide and should be used as such. The intent is not for an individual or family to follow the guide point by point, but rather to utilize the resource to craft a daily worship experience appropriate for their home. Keep it simple, keep it short, and keep it consistent (and don’t forget to be patient and flexible too).

May God be glorified each and every day!

Worship Through The Reading of God’s Word   

Yearly Bible Reading Plan

  • SUNDAY > Deut 23, Ps 112‐113, Isa 50, Rev 20
  • MONDAY > Deut 24, Ps 114‐115, Isa 51, Rev 21
  • TUESDAY > Deut 25, Ps 116, Isa 52, Rev 22
  • WEDNESDAY > Deut 26, Ps 117‐118, Isa 53, Matt 1
  • THURSDAY > Deut 27, Ps 119:1‐24, Isa 54, Matt 2
  • FRIDAY > Deut 28, Ps 119:25‐48, Isa 55, Matt 3
  • SATURDAY > Deut 29, Ps 119:49‐72, Isa 56, Matt 4

Bible Stories

  • Rahab and the Spies – Joshua 2:1-24
  • Jericho Falls – Joshua 6:1-27

Scripture Reading For The Upcoming Lord’s Day – June 26th

  • Sermon text: 1 Samuel 1:1–20 – Prayer: Communion With The Living God

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Worship Through Prayer – The Lord’s Prayer 

Baptist Catechism 106 

  • Q. What rule [has] God given for our direction in prayer?
  • A. The whole Word of God is of use to direct us in prayer, but the special rule of direction is that prayer; which Christ taught His disciples, commonly called the Lord’s Prayer. 

Recitation of the Lord’s Prayer 

  • “Pray then like this: ‘Our Father in heaven,  hallowed be your name.  Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.  Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.’” For yours is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever, Amen. (Matthew 6:5–14, ESV)  

The Preface to the Lord’s Prayer 

Baptist Catechism 107 

  • Q. What [does] the preface of the Lord’s Prayer teach us?
  • A. The preface of the Lord’s Prayer, which is, “Our Father… in heaven,” [teaches] us to draw near to God, with all holy reverence and confidence, as children to a father, able and ready to help us, and that we should pray with and for others. 
  • Pray addressing God as Father, giving thanks to him for all good things, and for the fact that he will hear our prayers as we offer them by faith, and in Jesus name.

The First Petition 

Baptist Catechism 108

  • Q: What do we pray for in the first petition?
  • A. In the first petition, which is “Hallowed be [your] name,” we pray that God would enable us and others to glorify Him in all that whereby He makes Himself known, and that He would dispose all things to His own glory.

General Prayer Requests:

  • Pray that God be glorified in you. 
  • Pray that God be glorified through us (the people of Emmaus).
  • Pray that God be glorified through our brothers and sisters who belong to other local churches throughout this valley. 
  • Pray that God be glorified in this country, and to the ends of the earth.  

The Second Petition 

Baptist Catechism 109

  • Q. What do we pray for in the second petition?
  • A. In the second petition, which is “[Your] kingdom come,” we pray that Satan’s kingdom may be destroyed, and that the kingdom of grace may be advanced; ourselves and others brought into it, and kept in it, and that the kingdom of glory may be hastened. 

General Prayer Requests:

Concerning our Local Situation

  • Pray that the the gospel be proclaimed in this valley.
  • Pray that Holy Spirit would regenerate sinners, ushering them into Christ’s kingdom through the preached word.
  • Pray for specific people – friends, family, co-workers, enemies – who need Christ.   
  • Pray that the Christ’s church would be built, strengthened, and purified. 
  • Prayer for specific churches in this valley.
  • Pray for the churches in our association SCARBC.
    • Sovereign Grace Baptist Church, Ontario – Website
    • Trinity Reformed Baptist Church, La Mirada – Website
  • Pray that we have opportunity to plant churches locally. 
  • Pray that God raise send out workers.

Concerning the World

  • Owen Paun (Bulgaria) 
  • Pray that we have opportunities to support missionaries.
  • Pray that we have opportunities to send missionaries. 
  • Heart Cry Missionary Society –  Pray for Sierra Leone: Population: 6,305,000, Islam 59.7{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}, Evangelical 3.5{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}, Unreached People Groups 14

The Third Petition 

Baptist Catechism #110

  • Q.  What do we pray for in the third petition?
  • A. In the third petition, which is, “Thy will be done in earth as it is in heaven,” we pray that God by His grace, would make us able and willing to know, obey, and submit to His will in all things, as the angels do in heaven. 

General Prayer Requests:

  • Hidden will
  • Revealed will

The Fourth Petition 

Baptist Catechism 111

  • Q. What do we pray for in the fourth petition?
  • A. In the fourth petition, which is, “Give us this day our daily bread,” we pray that of God’s free gift, we may receive a competent portion of the good things of this life and enjoy His blessing with them. 

General Prayer Requests:

  • Concerning Neeed Within Your Family
  • Concering Needs Within the Church 
    • Please log into the CITY for a list of families to pray for. 
  • Pray for the Church Leaders of Emmaus 
    • Elders: Joe Anady, Steve Bovee, Kris Vanderschuit, Russel Schmidt, Phil Anady
    • Deacons: Dave Anady, Mike Thezier
  • Concerning Needs Within The Community
    • Local: Hemet & San Jacinto Council Member – Paul Raver, Alonso Ledezma
    • State: Lieutenant Governor & Attorney General – Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris  
    • Nation: President – Barack Obama 
  • Concerning Needs Within Our Association
  • Concerning Needs Among The Nations

The Fifth Petition 

Baptist Catechism 112

  • Q. What do we pray for in the fifth petition?
  • A. In the fifth petition, which is, “And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors,” we pray that God, for Christ’s sake, would freely pardon all our sins; which we are rather encouraged to ask, because by His grace we are enabled from the heart to forgive others. 

General Prayer Requests:

  • Ask that God would forgive your sins. It is good to be specific about particular sins. 
  • Pray that God give you the ability to forgive from the heart those who have wronged you.
  • Pray for the people of Emmaus, that we would live lives marked by repentance. 
  • Pray for the people of Emmaus, that we would “let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from [us], along with all malice.” (Ephesians 4:31, ESV)

The Sixth Petition 

Baptist Catechism #113

  • Q. What do we pray for in the sixth petition?
  • A. In the sixth petition, which is, “And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil,” we pray that God would either keep us from being tempted to sin, or support and deliver us when we are tempted. 

General Prayer Requests:

  • Pray for yourselves and for Christ’s church that we would be a holy people. 

The Conclusion to the Lord’s Prayer 

Baptist Catechism #114

  • Q. What doth the conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer teach us?
  • A. The conclusion of the Lord’s Prayer, which is, “For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever, Amen,” teacheth us to take our encouragement in prayer from God only, and in our prayers to praise Him, ascribing kingdom, power, and glory to Him; and in testimony of our desire, and assurance to be heard, we say, Amen.
  • Go now to the Father and give thanks to him for hearing your prayers. Also, acknowledge that he is infinitely powerful and glorious, and that all authority in heaven and earth belongs to him. He is more than able to bring about his purposes. Take encouragement in these truths.

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Worship Through Song

Sunday Worship Set – June 26th

You can purchase or listen to these songs on various websites such as iTunes. The lyrics for each song are provide below.

  • TBD

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Catechism – Systematic Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standard BC #26

  • Q. What offices does Christ execute as our Redeemer?
  • A. Christ, as our Redeemer, executes the offices of a prophet, of a priest, and of a king, both in His estate of humiliation and exaltation. 

Memory Verse(s)

  • “Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out, 20 that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that he may send the Christ appointed for you” (Acts 3:19–20, ESV). 

Scripture

  • Study Passage: Psalm 110
  • Support Passages: Acts 3:11-26 – Christ the Prophet; Hebrews 5:1-10 – Christ the Priest; Isaiah 9:6-7 – Christ the King; Psalm 2, 45:1-9; Luke 4:18-19; Acts 2:29-36
  • Bible Story: Genesis 14

Chapter 8: Of Christ the Mediator

  • 1. It pleased God, in His eternal purpose, to choose and ordain the Lord Jesus, his only begotten Son, according to the covenant made between them both, to be the mediator between God and man; the prophet, priest, and king; head and saviour of the church, the heir of all things, and judge of the world; unto whom he did from all eternity give a people to be his seed and to be by him in time redeemed, called, justified, sanctified, and glorified. ( Isaiah 42:1; 1 Peter 1:19,20; Acts 3:22; Hebrews 5:5, 6; Psalms 2:6; Luke 1:33; Ephesians 1:22, 23; Hebrews 1:2; Acts 17:31; Isaiah 53:10; John 17:6; Romans 8:30 )
  • 9. This office of mediator between God and man is proper only to Christ, who is the prophet, priest, and king of the church of God; and may not be either in whole, or any part thereof, transferred from him to any other. ( 1 Timothy 2:5 )
  • 10. This number and order of offices is necessary; for in respect of our ignorance, we stand in need of his prophetical office; and in respect of our alienation from God, and imperfection of the best of our services, we need his priestly office to reconcile us and present us acceptable unto God; and in respect to our averseness and utter inability to return to God, and for our rescue and security from our spiritual adversaries, we need his kingly office to convince, subdue, draw, uphold, deliver, and preserve us to his heavenly kingdom. ( John 1:18; Colossians 1:21; Galatians 5:17; John 16:8; Psalms 110:3; Luke 1:74, 75 )

Thoughts

  • “Redemption means deliverance from some evil by payment of a price. It is more than simple deliverance. Thus prisoners of war might be released on payment of a price which was called a ‘ransom’ (Gk. lytron). The word-group based on lytron was formed specifically to convey this idea of release on payment of ransom. In this circle of ideas Christ’s death may be regarded as ‘a ransom for many’ (Mk. 10:45).
  • As both Psalm 110 and Genesis 14 explains redemption requires action from the redeemer. The action that was required of Jesus Christ was to live a perfect life and suffer a painful and shameful death on the cross as a ransom for all those who have and will believe in Him.
  • The love of God is magnified in the fact that Christ is our redeemer. The love of God is shown in that Christ would humble himself by becoming a man and take upon the sin of His followers when He himself had never known sin.  

Discussion Questions

  • What does it mean to redeem something?
  • What is required in redeeming something?
  • How has Christ redeemed people from sin?
  • What does this teach us about God? 
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Jun 16
12

Household Worship Guide – Week of June 12th

While it is true that the people of God are to gather corporately to worship on the Lord’s Day (Hebrews 10:24-25), the scriptures also imply that we are to worship God in our homes between each Lord’s day (Deuteronomy 6:7). Emmaus’ weekly Household Worship Guide provides structure to lead singles, married couples, and families with children of all ages in the daily worship of God within the home. The guide simply encourages Christians to read, pray, and sing. In addition, the elder’s of Emmaus encourage the use of the Baptist Catechism for systematic instruction in the Christian faith.

This is a guide and should be used as such. The intent is not for an individual or family to follow the guide point by point, but rather to utilize the resource to craft a daily worship experience appropriate for their home. Keep it simple, keep it short, and keep it consistent (and don’t forget to be patient and flexible too).

May God be glorified each and every day!

Worship Through The Reading of God’s Word   

Yearly Bible Reading Plan

  • SUNDAY > Deut 16, Ps 103, Isa 43, Rev 13
  • MONDAY > Deut 17, Ps 104, Isa 44, Rev 14
  • TUESDAY > Deut 18, Ps 105, Isa 45, Rev 15
  • WEDNESDAY > Deut 19, Ps 106, Isa 46, Rev 16
  • THURSDAY > Deut 20, Ps 107, Isa 47, Rev 17
  • FRIDAY > Deut 21, Ps 108‐109, Isa 48, Rev 18
  • SATURDAY > Deut 22, Ps 110‐111, Isa 49, Rev 19

Bible Stories

  • Rebellion in the Ranks – Numbers 16:1-17:13
  • Balak and Balaam – Numbers 22:1-24:25

Scripture Reading For The Upcoming Lord’s Day – June 19th

  • Sermon text: TBD

_______________________________________________________

Worship Through Prayer

“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.”

Address God and Praise Him for Who He Is (Matthew 6:11)

  • The Names of God: Jehovah Shammah
  • Meaning: The Lord is There, The Lord My Companion
  • Jeremiah 23:5, 6; 33:16; Ezekiel 36:26, 27

Thank God for All That He Has Provided (Ephesians 5:20)

“Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”

Pray For the Ministry of Other Churches (Matt. 28:18-20)

  • Southern California Association of Reformed Baptist Churches – Website
  • Portico Church, Orange – Website
  • Redeemer Reformed Baptist Church, Redlands – Website

Pray For the Gospel to Spread Among All Peoples (Matt. 9:37-38)

Emmaus’ Supported Missionaries

Heart Cry Missionary Society

  • Country: Malawi
  • Population: 16,778,000
  • AIDS Among Adults 14.3{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}
  • Muslims 17{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}, Catholic 23{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}, Evangelical 20{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}
  • Click here for information on how to pray for Malawi and the missionaries working there.
  • Heart Cry Missionary Society

“Give us this day our daily bread.”

Pray For Yours and Your Family’s Needs (Matthew 6:11)

Pray For One Another (James 5:16)

Pray For Those Who Feed, Lead, And Care For The Flock (Col. 4:3; 2 Thess. 3:1)

  • Elders: Joe Anady, Steve Bovee, Kris Vanderschuit, Russel Schmidt, Phil Anady
  • Deacons: Dave Anady, Mike Thezier

Pray For Kings And Those In Authority (1 Timothy 2:2)

  • Local: Hemet & San Jacinto Council Member – Shellie Milne, Crystal Ruiz
  • State: Governor – Jerry Brown
  • Nation: Senator – Dianne Feinstein, Barbra Boxer

“Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.”

Ask Forgiveness From God And Others. Forgive Those Who Sinned Against You. (1 John 1:9)

“Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.”

Pray That God Would Strengthen Us From Giving Into Temptation (James 1:12-17).

_________________________________________

Worship Through Song

Sunday Worship Set – June 19th

You can purchase or listen to these songs on various websites such as iTunes. The lyrics for each song are provide below.

  • TBD

_________________________________________

Catechism – Systematic Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standard BC #26

  • Q. What offices does Christ execute as our Redeemer?
  • A. Christ, as our Redeemer, executes the offices of a prophet, of a priest, and of a king, both in His estate of humiliation and exaltation. 

Memory Verse(s)

  • “Repent therefore, and turn back, that your sins may be blotted out, 20 that times of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that he may send the Christ appointed for you” (Acts 3:19–20, ESV). 

Scripture

  • Study Passage: Psalm 110
  • Support Passages: Acts 3:11-26 – Christ the Prophet; Hebrews 5:1-10 – Christ the Priest; Isaiah 9:6-7 – Christ the King; Psalm 2, 45:1-9; Luke 4:18-19; Acts 2:29-36
  • Bible Story: Genesis 14

Chapter 8: Of Christ the Mediator

  • 1. It pleased God, in His eternal purpose, to choose and ordain the Lord Jesus, his only begotten Son, according to the covenant made between them both, to be the mediator between God and man; the prophet, priest, and king; head and saviour of the church, the heir of all things, and judge of the world; unto whom he did from all eternity give a people to be his seed and to be by him in time redeemed, called, justified, sanctified, and glorified. ( Isaiah 42:1; 1 Peter 1:19,20; Acts 3:22; Hebrews 5:5, 6; Psalms 2:6; Luke 1:33; Ephesians 1:22, 23; Hebrews 1:2; Acts 17:31; Isaiah 53:10; John 17:6; Romans 8:30 )
  • 9. This office of mediator between God and man is proper only to Christ, who is the prophet, priest, and king of the church of God; and may not be either in whole, or any part thereof, transferred from him to any other. ( 1 Timothy 2:5 )
  • 10. This number and order of offices is necessary; for in respect of our ignorance, we stand in need of his prophetical office; and in respect of our alienation from God, and imperfection of the best of our services, we need his priestly office to reconcile us and present us acceptable unto God; and in respect to our averseness and utter inability to return to God, and for our rescue and security from our spiritual adversaries, we need his kingly office to convince, subdue, draw, uphold, deliver, and preserve us to his heavenly kingdom. ( John 1:18; Colossians 1:21; Galatians 5:17; John 16:8; Psalms 110:3; Luke 1:74, 75 )

Thoughts

  • “Redemption means deliverance from some evil by payment of a price. It is more than simple deliverance. Thus prisoners of war might be released on payment of a price which was called a ‘ransom’ (Gk. lytron). The word-group based on lytron was formed specifically to convey this idea of release on payment of ransom. In this circle of ideas Christ’s death may be regarded as ‘a ransom for many’ (Mk. 10:45).
  • As both Psalm 110 and Genesis 14 explains redemption requires action from the redeemer. The action that was required of Jesus Christ was to live a perfect life and suffer a painful and shameful death on the cross as a ransom for all those who have and will believe in Him.
  • The love of God is magnified in the fact that Christ is our redeemer. The love of God is shown in that Christ would humble himself by becoming a man and take upon the sin of His followers when He himself had never known sin.  

Discussion Questions

  • What does it mean to redeem something?
  • What is required in redeeming something?
  • How has Christ redeemed people from sin?
  • What does this teach us about God? 
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Jun 16
5

Household Worship Guide – Week of June 5th

While it is true that the people of God are to gather corporately to worship on the Lord’s Day (Hebrews 10:24-25), the scriptures also imply that we are to worship God in our homes between each Lord’s day (Deuteronomy 6:7). Emmaus’ weekly Household Worship Guide provides structure to lead singles, married couples, and families with children of all ages in the daily worship of God within the home. The guide simply encourages Christians to read, pray, and sing. In addition, the elder’s of Emmaus encourage the use of the Baptist Catechism for systematic instruction in the Christian faith.

This is a guide and should be used as such. The intent is not for an individual or family to follow the guide point by point, but rather to utilize the resource to craft a daily worship experience appropriate for their home. Keep it simple, keep it short, and keep it consistent (and don’t forget to be patient and flexible too).

May God be glorified each and every day!

Worship Through The Reading of God’s Word   

Yearly Bible Reading Plan

  • SUNDAY > Deut 8, Ps 91, Isa 36, Rev 6
  • MONDAY > Deut 9, Ps 92‐93, Isa 37, Rev 7
  • TUESDAY > Deut 10, Ps 94, Isa 38, Rev 8
  • WEDNESDAY > Deut 11, Ps 95‐96, Isa 39, Rev 9
  • THURSDAY > Deut 12, Ps 97‐98, Isa 40, Rev 10
  • FRIDAY > Deut 13‐14, Ps 99‐101, Isa 41, Rev 11
  • SATURDAY > Deut 15, Ps 102, Isa 42, Rev 12

Bible Stories

  • The Gold Calf – Exodus 32:1-29
  • Exploring the Land – Numbers 13:1-14:38

Scripture Reading For The Upcoming Lord’s Day – June 12th

  • Sermon text: John 21

_______________________________________________________

Worship Through Prayer

“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.”

Address God and Praise Him for Who He Is (Matthew 6:11)

  • The Names of God: Jehovah Tsidkenu
  • Meaning:  The Lord Our Righteousness

  • Psalm 8; Isaiah 40:3-5; Ezekiel 16:8; Habakkuk 3:19

Thank God for All That He Has Provided (Ephesians 5:20)

“Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”

Pray For the Ministry of Other Churches (Matt. 28:18-20)

  • Southern California Association of Reformed Baptist Churches – Website
  • Grace Reformed Baptist Church, Palmdale – Website
  • Mountain Reformed Baptist Church, Crestline – Website

Pray For the Gospel to Spread Among All Peoples (Matt. 9:37-38)

Emmaus’ Supported Missionaries

Heart Cry Missionary Society

  • Country: Kenya
  • Population: 44,038,000
  • Unreached People Groups 31
  • Indigenous Languages  74
  •  Evangelical 49{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}
  • Click here for information on how to pray for Kenya and the missionaries working there.
  • Heart Cry Missionary Society

“Give us this day our daily bread.”

Pray For Yours and Your Family’s Needs (Matthew 6:11)

Pray For One Another (James 5:16)

  • Log into the CITY for a list of families to pray for.

Pray For Those Who Feed, Lead, And Care For The Flock (Col. 4:3; 2 Thess. 3:1)

  • Elders: Joe Anady, Steve Bovee, Kris Vanderschuit, Russel Schmidt, Phil Anady
  • Deacons: Dave Anady, Mike Thezier

Pray For Kings And Those In Authority (1 Timothy 2:2)

  • Local: Hemet & San Jacinto Council Member – Robert Youssef, Scott Miller
  • State: Assembly & Senate – Melissa A. Melandez, Mike Morrell
  • Nation: Speaker of the House & Majority Leader – Paul Ryan, Kevin McCarthy

“Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.”

Ask Forgiveness From God And Others. Forgive Those Who Sinned Against You. (1 John 1:9)

“Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.”

Pray That God Would Strengthen Us From Giving Into Temptation (James 1:12-17).

_________________________________________

Worship Through Song

Sunday Worship Set – June 12th

You can purchase or listen to these songs on various websites such as iTunes. The lyrics for each song are provide below.

  • TBD

_________________________________________

Catechism – Systematic Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standard BC #25

  • Q. How did Christ, being the Son of God, become man?
  • A. Christ, the Son of God became man by taking to himself a true body and a reasonable soul; being conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit in the womb of the Virgin Mary and born of her, yet without sin. 

Memory Verse(s)

  • “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14, ESV). 

Scripture

  • Study Passage: Luke 1:26-38
  • Support Passages: John 1:1-18; Philippians 2:5-11; I Timothy 3:16; Hebrews 4:15; I John 1:1-4, 4:1-3
  • Bible Story: Luke 2:1-20

London Baptist Confession of Faith 1689 Chapter 8: Of Christ the Mediator

  • 2. The Son of God, the second person in the Holy Trinity, being very and eternal God, the brightness of the Father’s glory, of one substance and equal with him who made the world, who upholdeth and governeth all things he hath made, did, when the fullness of time was come, take upon him man’s nature, with all the essential properties and common infirmities thereof, yet without sin; being conceived by the Holy Spirit in the womb of the Virgin Mary, the Holy Spirit coming down upon her: and the power of the Most High overshadowing her; and so was made of a woman of the tribe of Judah, of the seed of Abraham and David according to the Scriptures; so that two whole, perfect, and distinct natures were inseparably joined together in one person, without conversion, composition, or confusion; which person is very God and very man, yet one Christ, the only mediator between God and man. ( John 1:14; Galatians 4;4;Romans 8:3; Hebrews 2:14, 16, 17; Hebrews 4:15; Matthew 1:22, 23; Luke 1:27, 31, 35; Romans 9:5; 1 Timothy 2:5 )

Thoughts

  • We can learn much about God’s love, grace and mercy when we understand what it meant for Jesus Christ to come to us in the form of a man. Philippians 2:4–8 provides us with a glimpse into the humility, sacrifice, and love of our God, “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. 5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. 
  •  “When the Catechism speaks of a ‘true body,’ it means that Jesus took unto himself the same kind of body that we ourselves possess (expect for sin). This point is stressed because of a heresy known as ‘Docestim.’ In early Christian history there were some who held that Christ only seemed (or appeared) to have a physical body. They said that God could not really have a human body, that He could not really suffer and die.”
  • “When the Catechism says that Jesus had a ‘reasonable soul,’ it means that just as we have a body and a soul, so Christ also had a human soul as well as a human body. In the early history of the Church there were those who admitted that Jesus had a ‘true body,’ but did not admit that He also had a ‘reasonable soul.’ They thought that the divine nature (Christ as God) took the place of a soul within His body. But this too is a denial of that which Scripture clearly teaches, and of that which is necessary to our salvation. Just as the Bible speaks of Christ’s hunger, thirst, pain, etc. (which prove that he had a human body), so it also speaks of his feeling sorrow, and grief, and of his increasing in wisdom etc. (which prove that He also had a reasonable soul). As the Bible says, ‘Therefore he had to be made like his brothers in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. 18 For because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted (Hebrews 2:17–18, ESV).”

Discussion Questions

  • What kind of suffering did Christ subject himself to by becoming a man?
  • What kind of temptations do you think Jesus experienced? 
  • What do you think it was like to be a part of Jesus physical family?
  • Can Jesus sympathize or understand the temptations and hard times we face? Explain.
  • How is the love of God revealed by the fact that Jesus the Son of God came to this earth as a man?
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May 16
31

Household Worship Guide – Week of May 29th

While it is true that the people of God are to gather corporately to worship on the Lord’s Day (Hebrews 10:24-25), the scriptures also imply that we are to worship God in our homes between each Lord’s day (Deuteronomy 6:7). Emmaus’ weekly Household Worship Guide provides structure to lead singles, married couples, and families with children of all ages in the daily worship of God within the home. The guide simply encourages Christians to read, pray, and sing. In addition, the elder’s of Emmaus encourage the use of the Baptist Catechism for systematic instruction in the Christian faith.

This is a guide and should be used as such. The intent is not for an individual or family to follow the guide point by point, but rather to utilize the resource to craft a daily worship experience appropriate for their home. Keep it simple, keep it short, and keep it consistent (and don’t forget to be patient and flexible too).

May God be glorified each and every day!

Worship Through The Reading of God’s Word   

Yearly Bible Reading Plan

  • SUNDAY > Deut 1, Ps 81‐82, Isa 29, 3 Jn 1
  • MONDAY > Deut 2, Ps 83‐84, Isa 30, Jude 1
  • TUESDAY > Deut 3, Ps 85, Isa 31, Rev 1
  • WEDNESDAY > Deut 4, Ps 86‐87, Isa 32, Rev 2
  • THURSDAY > Deut 5, Ps 88, Isa 33, Rev 3
  • FRIDAY > Deut 6, Ps 89, Isa 34, Rev 4
  • SATURDAY > Deut 7, Ps 90, Isa 35, Rev 5

Bible Stories

  • The Exodus – Exodus 12:31-51
  • The Red Sea – Exodus 14:5-31

Scripture Reading For The Upcoming Lord’s Day – June 5th

  • Sermon Text: 1 Samuel 7:1-14

_______________________________________________________

Worship Through Prayer

“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.”

Address God and Praise Him for Who He Is (Matthew 6:11)

  • The Names of God: Adonai
  • Meaning: The Lord, My Great Lord

  • Psalm 8; Isaiah 40:3-5; Ezekiel 16:8; Habakkuk 3:19

Thank God for All That He Has Provided (Ephesians 5:20)

“Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.”

Pray For the Ministry of Other Churches (Matt. 28:18-20)

  • Southern California Association of Reformed Baptist Churches – Website
  • Christ Reformed Baptist Church, Vista – Website
  • Free Grace Church, Lancaster – Website

Pray For the Gospel to Spread Among All Peoples (Matt. 9:37-38)

Emmaus’ Supported Missionaries

Heart Cry Missionary Society

  • Country: Botswana
  • Population: 2,130,000
  • Ethno-religious 33{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}, Evangelical 8{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}
  •  AIDS Among Adults 25{e0b72a53c242df1424785628340537005f8b2ebeecfbb0205a95286f7b4c8fc9}
  • Click here for information on how to pray for Botswana and the missionaries working there.
  • Heart Cry Missionary Society

“Give us this day our daily bread.”

Pray For Yours and Your Family’s Needs (Matthew 6:11)

Pray For One Another (James 5:16)

  • Log into the CITY for a list of families to pray for.

Pray For Those Who Feed, Lead, And Care For The Flock (Col. 4:3; 2 Thess. 3:1)

  • Elders: Joe Anady, Steve Bovee, Kris Vanderschuit, Russel Schmidt, Phil Anady
  • Deacons: Dave Anady, Mike Thezier

Pray For Kings And Those In Authority (1 Timothy 2:2)

  • Local: Hemet & San Jacinto City Mayor Pro Tem – Bonnie Wright, Mark Bartel
  • State: Lieutenant Governor & Attorney General – Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris
  • Nation: Vice President & Secretary of State – Joe Biden, John Kerry

“Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.”

Ask Forgiveness From God And Others. Forgive Those Who Sinned Against You. (1 John 1:9)

“Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.”

Pray That God Would Strengthen Us From Giving Into Temptation (James 1:12-17).

_________________________________________

Worship Through Song

Sunday Worship Set – June 5th

You can purchase or listen to these songs on various websites such as iTunes. The lyrics for each song are provide below.

  • Christ Is Risen, He Is Risen Indeed – LYRICS
  • Not In Me – LYRICS
  • Jesus Paid It All – LYRICS
  • Amazing Grace – LYRICS

_________________________________________

Catechism – Systematic Instruction of God’s Word

Doctrinal Standards BC #25 

  • Q. How did Christ, being the Son of God, become man?
  • A. Christ, the Son of God became man by taking to himself a true body and a reasonable soul; being conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit in the womb of the Virgin Mary and born of her, yet without sin. 

Memory Verse(s)

  • “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth” (John 1:14, ESV). 

Scripture

  • Study Passage: Luke 1:26-38
  • Support Passages: John 1:1-18; Philippians 2:5-11; I Timothy 3:16; Hebrews 4:15; I John 1:1-4, 4:1-3
  • Bible Story: Luke 2:1-20

London Baptist Confession of Faith 1689 Chapter 8: Of Christ the Mediator

  • 2. The Son of God, the second person in the Holy Trinity, being very and eternal God, the brightness of the Father’s glory, of one substance and equal with him who made the world, who upholdeth and governeth all things he hath made, did, when the fullness of time was come, take upon him man’s nature, with all the essential properties and common infirmities thereof, yet without sin; being conceived by the Holy Spirit in the womb of the Virgin Mary, the Holy Spirit coming down upon her: and the power of the Most High overshadowing her; and so was made of a woman of the tribe of Judah, of the seed of Abraham and David according to the Scriptures; so that two whole, perfect, and distinct natures were inseparably joined together in one person, without conversion, composition, or confusion; which person is very God and very man, yet one Christ, the only mediator between God and man. ( John 1:14; Galatians 4;4;Romans 8:3; Hebrews 2:14, 16, 17; Hebrews 4:15; Matthew 1:22, 23; Luke 1:27, 31, 35; Romans 9:5; 1 Timothy 2:5 )

Thoughts

  • We can learn much about God’s love, grace and mercy when we understand what it meant for Jesus Christ to come to us in the form of a man. Philippians 2:4–8 provides us with a glimpse into the humility, sacrifice, and love of our God, “Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others. 5 Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. 
  •  “When the Catechism speaks of a ‘true body,’ it means that Jesus took unto himself the same kind of body that we ourselves possess (expect for sin). This point is stressed because of a heresy known as ‘Docestim.’ In early Christian history there were some who held that Christ only seemed (or appeared) to have a physical body. They said that God could not really have a human body, that He could not really suffer and die.”
  • “When the Catechism says that Jesus had a ‘reasonable soul,’ it means that just as we have a body and a soul, so Christ also had a human soul as well as a human body. In the early history of the Church there were those who admitted that Jesus had a ‘true body,’ but did not admit that He also had a ‘reasonable soul.’ They thought that the divine nature (Christ as God) took the place of a soul within His body. But this too is a denial of that which Scripture clearly teaches, and of that which is necessary to our salvation. Just as the Bible speaks of Christ’s hunger, thirst, pain, etc. (which prove that he had a human body), so it also speaks of his feeling sorrow, and grief, and of his increasing in wisdom etc. (which prove that He also had a reasonable soul). As the Bible says, ‘Therefore he had to be made like his brothers in every respect, so that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make propitiation for the sins of the people. 18 For because he himself has suffered when tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted (Hebrews 2:17–18, ESV).”

Discussion Questions

  • What kind of suffering did Christ subject himself to by becoming a man?
  • What kind of temptations do you think Jesus experienced? 
  • What do you think it was like to be a part of Jesus physical family?
  • Can Jesus sympathize or understand the temptations and hard times we face? Explain.
  • How is the love of God revealed by the fact that Jesus the Son of God came to this earth as a man?
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