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Emmaus is a Reformed Baptist church in Hemet, California. We are a community of Christ followers who love God, love one another, and serve the church, community, and nations, for the glory of God and for our joy.
Our hope is that you will make Emmaus your home and that you will begin to grow with us as we study the scriptures and, through the empowering of the Holy Spirit, live in a way that honors our great King.
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10:00am Corporate Worship
In the Emmaus Chapel at Cornerstone
26089 Girard St.
Hemet, CA 92544
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9:00am to 9:45am most Sundays (Schedule)
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43430 E. Florida Ave. #F329
Hemet, CA 92544
LORD'S DAY WORSHIP (SUNDAYS)
10:00am Corporate Worship
In the Emmaus Chapel at Cornerstone
26089 Girard St.
Hemet, CA 92544
EMMAUS ESSENTIALS
Sunday School For Adults
9:00am to 9:45am most Sundays (Schedule)
In the Chapel
MAILING ADDRESS
43430 E. Florida Ave. #F329
Hemet, CA 92544
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At Emmaus we believe that God has given parents, especially fathers the authority and responsibility to train and instruct children up in the Lord. In addition, we believe that God has ordained the gathering of all generations, young to old, to worship Him together in one place and at one time. Therefore, each and every Sunday our children worship the Lord alongside their parents and other members of God’s family.
Jul 13
1
Doctrinal Standard #63-75
WSC # 63
Q. What is the fifth commandment?
A. The fifth commandment is: Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.
WSC # 64
Q. What does the fifth commandment require?
A. The fifth commandment requires us to respect and treat others, whether above, below, or equal to us, as their position or our relationship to them demands.
WSC # 65
Q. What does the fifth commandment forbid?
A. The fifth commandment forbids being disrespectful to or not treating others as their position or relationship to us demands.
WSC # 66
Q. What is the reason for the fifth commandment?
A. The reason for the fifth commandment is the promise of long life and prosperity, if these glorify God and are for the good of those who obey this commandment.
WSC # 67
Q. What is the sixth commandment?
A. The sixth commandment is: You shall not murder.
WSC # 68
Q. What does the sixth commandment require?
A. The sixth commandment requires making every lawful effort to preserve one’s own life and the lives of others.
WSC # 69
Q. What does the sixth commandment forbid?
A. The sixth commandment forbids taking one’s own life or the lives of others unjustly or doing anything that leads to suicide or murder.
WSC # 70
Q. What is the seventh commandment?
A. The seventh commandment is: You shall not commit adultery.
WSC # 71
Q. What does the seventh commandment require?
A. The seventh commandment requires us and everyone else to keep sexually pure in heart, speech, and action.
WSC # 72
Q. What does the seventh commandment forbid?
A. The seventh commandment forbids thinking, saying, or doing anything sexually impure.
WSC # 73
Q. What is the eighth commandment?
A. The eighth commandment is: You shall not steal.
WSC # 74
Q. What is the eighth commandment?
A. The eighth commandment is: You shall not steal.
WSC # 75
Q. What does the eighth commandment forbid?
A. The eighth commandment forbids anything that either does or may unjustly take away money or possessions from us or anyone else.
Memory Verses
- “But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 15:57, ESV).
Scripture
- Study Passage: Romans 3, Romans 5
Thoughts
- This should be a time of reflection, assessment, and re-teaching.
- There are a couple of different ways to approach this review lesson. First, the review questions and answers could be made into a game that forces the students to remember what they have learned while assessing their understanding. Another idea is to quiz each student on each of the questions making sure to encourage and celebrate their accomplishments. Last, it would be beneficial to review each of the question and answers drawing out their central truths and mentioning how they are connected.
Devotional Thoughts, Ten Commandments, Westminster Shorter Catechism, Family Devotional Guidelines, 1 Corinthians 15, Romans 3, Romans 5, Posted by .
Jun 13
26
Below are a few links for those of you interested in learning more about the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn DOMA and how it might impact the church in the future.
I won’t be devoting any pulpit time to this issue (at least not at this time). We will continue with our sermon series on prayer this week. I can’t think of anything better to do than to pray:
“Our Father in heaven,
Hollowed 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 debters.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.”
After that, I will take you though a short sermon series on evangelism because, once we pray, I can’t think of anything better to do than learn to relate to others (most likely those who see things different than we see them), and to lovingly and winsomely share the gospel of Jesus Christ with them in all of its power and fullness.
My hope is that we will do this while trusting in his sovereign power.
For His Kingdom,
Joe
Why Gay Marriage is Good and Bad for the Church by Trevin Wax
9 Things You Should Know About the Supreme Court’s Same-Sex Marriage Cases by Joe Carter
Russell Moore on the Supreme Court’s DOMA Decision – Audio
Good Thoughts from Others, Gay Marriage, Politics, Joe Anady, Posted by .
Jun 13
26
As you all know, each week I post the catechism question and answer, memory verse, thoughts, and discussion questions. I thought it would be beneficial to share with you some of the resources I have been using as they may be beneficial for you and your family.
Training Hearts, Teaching Minds by Starr Meade is written in a form intended to be used for family devotions. It focuses on one catechism each week, Monday through Saturday. For each day of the week the author provides short commentary about the catechism question and answer along with scripture readings. The book can be found here: Training Hearts, Teaching Minds
Another resource that has been useful in my study of the catechism is The Westminster Shorter Catechism: for Study Classes by G.I Williamson. This text differs than that of Training Hearts, Teaching Minds in that this book is set up for more a study rather than a quick daily devotion. While it provides more teaching on the catechism it is not too weighty. His writing is very concise and provides about three to four pages of writing for two to three catechism questions. This book would be great for adults to increase their understanding of the catechism and various doctrines. It would also be a great tool for parents and older children to work through together as each section provides discussion questions. Westminster Shorter Catechism: For Study Classes
A couple important things to note: these two resources contain an abundance of correct biblical theology but since they are written by man they are subject to error. While, I recommended these two resources we must always read these types of texts with discernment to ensure that they are in-line with the truths of scripture.
It is also important to note that the leadership of Emmaus Christian Fellowship holds to the view of believer’s baptism as opposed to infant baptism as found in the Westminster Shorter Catechism and in these two texts.
May the Lord bless your time in family worship as you seek to train up your children in the Lord!
Study Guides, C.I. Williamson, Catechism, Family Devotions, Starr Meade, Training Hearts Teaching Minds, Westminster Shorter Catechism, Family Devotional Guidelines, Phil Anady, Posted by .
Jun 13
25
1. What is the significance of approaching God as Heavenly Father in prayer?
2. Scripture clearly teaches that God is loving, intimate, and gentle to His children. Do you ever struggle with viewing God this way? Why or why not.
3. What scriptures supports the view of God as loving Father? Share and support.
4. How has your prayer life been this last week? Share with your group.
5. What have you done in your life to increase the quality and consistency of your prayer life? Share with one another.
Study Guides, Gospel Community Groups, Russell Schmidt, Posted by .
Jun 13
25
1. On a scale of 1-10, where is your prayer life? Share.
2. Why is prayer such an essential part of the Christian faith? Explain.
3. How would you explain to a new believer the answer to the question “how do I pray?” Support with scripture.
4. What is the purpose of prayer? Support with scripture.
5. Pray for one another, that we would pray for one another, on a regular basis.
Study Guides, Gospel Community Groups, Russell Schmidt, Posted by .
Jun 13
24
Memory Verse(s):
“No servant can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money.”
-Luke 16:13
Doctrinal Standards: #73 & 75
Q: What is the eighth commandment?
A: The eighth commandment is: You shall not steal.
Q: What does the eighth commandment forbid?
A: The eighth commandment forbids anything that either does or may unjustly take away money or possessions from us or anyone else.
Weekly Passages, Posted by .
Jun 13
24
Doctrinal Standard #73 & 75
- Q. What is the eighth commandment?
- A. The eighth commandment is: You shall not steal.
- Q. What does the eighth commandment forbid?
- A. The eighth commandment forbids anything that either does or may unjustly take away money or possessions from us or anyone else.
Memory Verses
- “No servant can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money” (Luke 16:13, ESV).
Scripture
- Study Passage: Luke 16:1-14
- Support Passages: Proverbs 11:1, 20:10, 18:9, 21:17, 23:10,20-21, 28:19; Isaiah 5:8; Ezekiel 22:29; Leviticus 25:13-17; Deuteronomy 19:14, Malachi 3:8; Amos 8:5; Psalm 37:21; James 2:15; I Timothy 1:8-11, 6:10
- Bible Story: Joshua 7:1-26
Thoughts
- Below is taken from Training Hearts, Teaching Minds catechism question 75.
- Read Exodus 22:1-6. The eighth commandment specifically forbids stealing. Stealing is more than robbing a bank with a gun or breaking into a locked house to take a (DVD). Any time we keep someone from having what rightfully belongs to her or him, we break this commandment. Exodus 22:1-6 tells about stealing and how to punish a thief. Verses 5 and 6 talk about people who did not steal on purpose but whose carelessness is a form of stealing. These verses command such careless people to restore to others what they caused them to lose.”
- When we cheat, we unjustly take away money or possessions from someone else. Someone may give us back too much change when we buy something. If we realize what has happened and do not say anything, we cheat the person (or the store) out of money. This is stealing. If we find something someone else has lost and do not return it, we cheat him out of what is rightfully his and we steal. We cheat someone out of what is his when we borrow something and then fail to return it. We have not borrowed that thing; we have stolen it. When we damage property, we steal. People steal when they paint or write on or break another person’s property. Read Proverbs 20:17. Fraud is cheating. Fraud is tricking someone so that you get his money. Imagine putting something deliciously sweet into your mouth and, as you chewed it, having it turn into pieces of rock! The verse says that is what it is like to get things by cheating. At first you enjoy what you get. Because this displeases God, though, you can be sure that sooner or later you will suffer for it.” [1]
Discussion Questions
- What is the eighth commandment?
- What does the eighth commandment forbid?
- In addition to taking something that is not yours what are other ways people break the eighth commandment? (Refer to thoughts section).
- What actions should an individual take in repenting from their sin of stealing?
- If someone struggles with stealing what does that reveal about their heart?
[1] Meade, Starr (2000). Training Heart, Teaching Minds. Phillipsburg, New Jersey, USA; P&R Publishing Company.
Devotional Thoughts, Eighth Commandment, Moral Law, Starr Meade, Ten Commandments, Training Hearts Teaching Minds, Westminster Shorter Catechism, Family Devotional Guidelines, Phil Anady, Joshua 7, Luke 16, Posted by .
Jun 13
18
I trust that all of you are well on your way to memorizing the Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13) as I encouraged you to do last Sunday.
Have you noticed that, traditionally, the Lord’s Prayer is often recited with a longer ending which is not included in some modern Bible Translations (for example, the KJV, NKJV and NASB have it, while the ESV and NIV do not)? The longer ending goes like this: “…For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.” (Matthew 6:13, NKJV)
The question is, why do some translations include this ending and others do not? I think the study notes from the NET Bible are helpful here:
“Most [manuscripts] read (though some with slight variation)… “for yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever, amen”… The reading without this sentence, though, is attested by generally better witnesses (manuscripts). The phrase was probably composed for the liturgy of the early church and most likely was based on 1 Chr 29:11-13; a scribe probably added the phrase at this point in the text for use in public scripture reading (see TCGNT 13-14). Both external and internal evidence argue for the shorter reading.
What does all that mean? Well, it is most likely that the shorter reading – the one without, “For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.”, is the original. That said, I don’t think there is any harm in memorizing the longer version so long as we remember that the ending is likely from tradition and not from the gospel writer himself.
I hope that your time in prayer has been sweet this week.
Blessings,
Joe
Spiritual Growth, Prayer, Joe Anady, Matthew 6:9-13, Posted by .
"Him we proclaim,
warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom,
that we may present everyone mature in Christ."
(Colossians 1:28, ESV)
