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About Emmaus
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.
Time & Location
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
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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Interested in becoming a member? Please join us for a four-week study in which we will make a case from the scriptures for local church membership and introduce the ministries, government, doctrines, and distinctive's of Emmaus Reformed Baptist Church.
Gospel Community Groups
Gospel Community Groups are small group Bible studies. They are designed to provide an opportunity for the members of Emmaus to build deeper relationships with one another. Groups meet throughout the week to discuss the sermons from the previous Sunday, to share life, and to pray.
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Catechesis
An audio teaching series through the Baptist Catechism aimed to instruct in foundational Christian doctrine and to encourage obedience within God’s people.
Emmaus Essentials
Emmaus Essentials classes are currently offered online Sundays at 9AM. It is through our Emmaus Essentials (Sunday School) that we hope to experience an in depth study of the scriptures and Christian theology. These classes focus on the study of systematic theology, biblical theology, church history, and other topics practical to Christian living.
Theology In Particular PODCAST
A podcast produced for International Reformed Baptist Seminary: a forum for discussion of important scriptural and theological subjects by faculty, administrators, and friends of IRBS.
An Intoduction To The Christian Faith
A 24 lesson Bible study in which we consider “what man ought to believe concerning God, and what duty God requireth of man” (Baptist Catechism #6).
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Multi-Generational Church Ministry
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.
Dec 11
19
Doctrinal Standard WSC #10
- Q. How did God create man?
- A. God created man, male and female, in His own image and in knowledge, righteousness, and holiness, to rule over the other creatures.
Memory Verses
“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27,ESV)
Study Passage: Genesis 1:26-2:25
Support Passages: Ecclesiastes 12:7; Luke 23:43; Matthew 10:28; Daniel 7:15; I Corinthians 15:45-54; 2 Corinthians 5:1-10; Philippians 1:23-24; Colossians 3:10; Ephesians 4:24
Bible Story: Genesis 1:26-30, 2:15-25; Man and woman were made perfect without sin.
Thoughts
- Mankind is created special; no other created thing is made in the image of God. This means there are aspects about mankind that are similar but not as complete or powerful as God’s. For example, we like God can make decisions, have dominion over creation, are social, express emotion, have an intellect, can reason, our spirit is immortal, and we are creative. In addition we can express limited amounts of love, truth, justice, and mercy.
- Mankind was created without sin. Before the fall of man Adam and Eve were right with God and holy. As a result of sin man has lost that position requiring the redeeming blood of Christ to place us back into the state of righteousness and holiness.
Discussion Questions
- Why is human life so sacred?
- What does it mean that mankind is created in the image of God?
- Is anything else created in the image of God?
- Spiritually speaking, how was mankind created?
- What does it mean that Adam and Eve were righteous and holy?
- What does it mean to rule over the other creatures?
- How can we do this today?
Study Guides, Family Devotional Guidelines, Phil Anady, Genesis 1:26-2:25, Posted by .
Dec 11
14
This Thursday, we are going to be examining and discussing the “one another” commands found in the New Testament. The “one another” commands are what Jesus introduced in John 13:34-35, “A new command I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” There are three concepts we will be focusing on this Thursday. First, the one another commands instruct how believers are to act and treat other believers. These commands are “in house” rules to help foster healthy relationships between one another and to be a light to the world. Second, we will examine the numerous “one another” commands found in the New Testament and see how they can be categorized into five categories: Love one another, serve one another, forgive one another, encourage one another, and accept one another. Third, we will discuss how our actions in these areas is a great indication of the condition of our heart and what we need to do to bring about heart transformation.
Be ready to think and discuss. Hope to see you there!
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Dec 11
12
Doctrinal Standards WSC #8-9
Q. How does God carry out His decrees?
A. God carries out His decrees in creation and providence.
Q. What is creation?
A. Creation is God’s making everything out of nothing by His powerful word in six days – and all very good.
Memory Verses
“And without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him.” (Hebrews 11:6, ESV)
Study Passage: Genesis 1:1-25
Support Passages: Hebrews 11:1-6; Romans 1:20; Revelation 4:11; Colossians 1:16; Psalm 33:6-12
Bible Story: Genesis 1; the six days of creation.
Thoughts
- God has always existed and He created everything out of nothing. When He created He created everything “very good” which means without sin. God is not the author of sin.
- God carries out His plans or decrees by creating then taking care (providence) of what He created. Our God is not the god of the Deist who created and then withdrew from creation. The God of the Bible has created with a purpose and is always actively implementing that purpose.
- The fact that God has personally created you and has given you a purpose provides meaning to our lives.
Discussion Questions
- What does decree mean?
- What does providence mean?
- Contrast what the world teaches with what the bible teaches concerning origins.
- The world and Bible explain the origin of life completely differently. Why is this? (Think worldview of God and man).
- Which came first, God’s decrees or creation?
- Why does it matter which one came first?
- What does it mean that God created everything good? Why is this important?
- If everything comes from something, where did God come from?
- How can you use the fact that everything comes from something to prove a constant being called God (look up first cause or cosmological argument)?
Study Guides, Family Devotional Guidelines, Phil Anady, Genesis 1:1-25, Posted by .
Dec 11
7
This Thursday we will be examining and discussing the Westminster Shorter Catechism questions 7-10. These questions and answers contain important biblical doctrine that all believers must know in order to stand strong in their faith and be ambassadors for Christ within their own community. I’m looking forward to a great night of games, musical worship, and discussing the word of God. Hope to see you there!
WSC #7
Q. What are the decrees of God?
A. The decrees of God are His eternal plan based on the purpose of His will, by which, for His own glory, He has foreordained everything that happens.
WSC #8
Q. How does God carry out His decrees?
A. God carries out His decrees in creation and providence.
WSC #9
Q. What is creation?
A. Creation is God’s making everything out of nothing by His powerful word in six days – and all very good.
WSC #10
Q. How did God create man?
A. God created man, male and female, in His own image and in knowledge, righteousness, and holiness, to rule over the other creatures.
Youth, Posted by .
Dec 11
4
Doctrinal Standard WSC #7
Q. What are the decrees of God?
A. The decrees of God are His eternal plan based on the purpose of His will, by which, for His own glory, He has foreordained everything that happens.
Memory Verses
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him.”(Ephesians 1:3-4, ESV)
Study Passage: Ephesians 1:3-14
Support Passages: Romans 8:26-39, 9:11-18; Acts 2:23, 4:24-28; John 6:44,65; 2 Thessalonians 2:13; I Peter 2:8; Genesis 18:19; Isaiah 5:1-7; Deuteronomy 7:6-11;
Bible Story: Genesis 37:1-28, 50:15-21
Thoughts
- There are a few prerequisites to understanding the decrees of God. First, it is often unclear to see how God is going to use a tragedy or difficult time in someone’s life while it is taking place. Joseph saw nothing but complete evil and despair when his brothers sold him into slavery. It was only after the fact that Joseph saw the plan of God.
- Second, the dichotomy of God’s sovereignty and mans responsibility is something one will never completely understand. While we will never know in this lifetime how it all works the Bible strongly teaches that God is sovereign and has ordained things while still giving us the responsibility to act and respond to the choices we face.
- The fact that God has a purpose and is sovereign over all should fill us with humility and confidence that God will finish the work He has started in our lives.
Discussion Questions
- How does it make you feel that God is in control of everything?
- How do you think Joseph felt when is brother sold him into slavery? Did he know what God was going to do?
- If God is in control of everything why do bad things happen to good people?
- What has God promised to those who love Him? (Romans 8:28-29).
- What should be our attitude when difficult events happen in our lives?
- Ephesians 1 says God chose us for salvation before the earth was even created. Why did he do that?
- If God has chosen us for salvation and is in control of everything what should be our response?
Study Guides, Family Devotional Guidelines, Phil Anady, Ephesians 1:3-14, Posted by .
Nov 11
28
This Thursday, we are going to be discussing what the Bible teaches about the heart. If we don’t have a correct biblical worldview about the heart we will never fully understand our depravity, actions, thoughts, and utter dependence upon Jesus Christ for heart transformation. Jesus, recorded in Matthew 15:19, provides tremendous insight into the heart and our actions, saying, “for out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false witness, slander.” I have read and heard these passages of scripture for many years but only recently have I realized its magnitude. I have come to realize that sin in my life is not primarily something external that I react to or partake in but rather it is mainly internal and appears when certain situations bring it out. In other words every thought, action, and word provides an opportunity for myself and others to get a glimpse of who I am, my own heart. This is extremely sobering and leaves me with only one option to run to our Savior for the heart change that I so desperately need. That, my friends, is where the amazing grace and gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ comes in!
I’m looking forward to discussing these biblical truths in greater detail with you Thursday night.
-Phil
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Nov 11
28
Doctrinal Standard WSC #6
Q. How many persons are there in the one God?
A. Three persons are in the one God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. These three are one God, the same in substance and equal in power and glory.
Memory Verses
“And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.” (Ephesians 4:30, ESV)
Study Passage: John 16:1-15
Support Passages: John 14:16-17, 25-31, 15:26-27; Romans 8:26; Ephesians 1:13-14, 4:30; Galatians 4:1-6; 2 Corinthians 3:17–18; Acts 5:3–4; 1 Peter 1:2
Bible Story: John 3:1-10; God the Holy Spirit is the one who works in individuals lives to bring them to salvation.
Thoughts
- The Holy Spirit contains attributes that only God himself contains. The Holy Spirit gives eternal life (John 6:63), complete truth (John 14:17), omnipotent (Romans 8:11), omniscient (1 Corinthians 2:10-11), eternal (Hebrews 9:14), and there are many divine attributes attributed to the Holy Spirit.
- The Holy Spirit is referred as God in scripture. The most notable passage is found in Acts 5:3-4.
- The Holy Spirit (God) dwells in us and has been given to us as a helper, for our comfort, conviction of sin, to lead us in truth, and to seal us for salvation. With this truth we can have the confidence that God is working in our lives to make us more and more like Him.
Discussion Questions
- What are some attributes of the Holy Spirit? How does this show that He is God?
- What is the job of the Holy Spirit? How does this make you feel?
- Is the Holy Spirit difficult to understand or remember? Why?
- How does the Holy Spirit convict individuals?
- How does the Holy Spirit bring someone to salvation?
Study Guides, Family Devotional Guidelines, Phil Anady, 1 Corinthians 2:10-11, Acts 5:3-4, Hebrews 9:14, John 14:17, John 16:1-15, John 6:63, Romans 8:11, Posted by .
Nov 11
27
Hello Church!
During these next several weeks we will be observing Advent. This is a very special time of year as we come together and are reminded of our great Savior’s birth. In observance of these Holy Days the GCG Study Questions will be based solely on the “Think or Journal’ questions found in the Expecting devotionals. So be sure to pick up a devotional if you have not yet done so and prepare your hearts for this wonderful time of year. Take care Church and I look forward to worshiping with you again this coming Sunday! (Watch out cause Ill be Preaching!) Blessings.
Russell
Study Guides, Gospel Community Groups, Russell Schmidt, 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)
