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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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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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An audio teaching series through the Baptist Catechism aimed to instruct in foundational Christian doctrine and to encourage obedience within God’s people.
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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.
Sep 12
17
Doctrinal Standard #35
- Q. What is sanctification?
- A. Sanctification is the work of God’s free grace by which our whole person is made new in the image of God, and we are made more and more able to become dead to sin and alive to righteousness.
Memory Verses
- “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 2 Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect” (Romans 12:1–2, ESV).
Scripture
- Study Passage: Romans 7-8
- Support Passages: I Thessalonians 5:23, II Thessalonians 2:13, Romans 6, I Corinthians 6, Philippians 3:1-16, Romans 12:1-2, I Peter 1:13-21
- Bible Story: Genesis 12-25:11
Thoughts
- “Sanctification is the continuing work of God in the life of the believer, making him or her actually holy. By ‘holy’ here is meant ‘bearing an actual likeness to God.’ Sanctification is a process by which one’s moral condition is brought into conformity with one’s legal status before God. It is a continuation of what was begun in regeneration, when a newness of life was conferred upon and instilled within the believer. In particular, sanctification is the Holy Spirit’s applying to the life of the believer the work done by Jesus Christ” (pg. 980). [1]
- While justification and sanctification are connected it is important to understand the distinction between the two. Justification is what saves an individual from their sins and allows them to be accepted before God. This is made possible through the righteous life and death of Jesus Christ (see lesson #48-49). Justification is applied to an individual through faith and by faith alone. While sanctification does not save an individual sanctification is the response to the justification in the life of a believer. Sanctification is the “progressive work of God and man that makes us more and more free from sin and more like Christ in our actual lives” (pg. 1259).
- Romans chapter seven and eight is an interesting passage of scripture that explains the connection between God’s Law, justification, and sanctification. In chapter seven, Paul explains that God’s Law is good and it is the measure by which man must perfectly live by in order to be accepted by God. Paul goes on to explain that it is impossible for man to live up to this expectation. In fact, the more Paul understands the Law, the more he realizes how much sin is in his life. Paul teaches that’s it’s the imputed righteousness and forgiveness in Christ blood that takes the place of man’s efforts to keep the Law and be accepted before God (justification). Does this mean that the Law is done away with? Paul says no! While there is no way man can keep the Law to be accepted before God, with the Spirits help we are called to live pure and holy lives which the Law points towards (sanctification).
Discussion Questions
- Explain in your own words sanctification.
- How does sanctification differ from justification?
- What is the measure of sanctification?
- Is sanctification an option for believers? Explain
- How does God play a part of sanctification?
- Does the sanctification process ever stop for a believer?
Study Guides, Millard Erickson, Sanctification, Systematic Theology, Westminster Shorter Catechism, Family Devotional Guidelines, Phil Anady, Genesis 12, Romans 12, Romans 7, Romans 8, Posted by .
Sep 12
10
1. What part of 2 Peter stuck out to you the most during Joe’s reading of the entire book? Why? Share.
2. Why do you think Peter began his book with the greeting he did?
3. Where are you at with your battle with pride? Are you doing well or can you use prayer in some areas? Share with your group.
4. What does it really mean to be a bond servant of Christ? Share.
5. How has God blessed you this week? (at church, work, school, home) Share.
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Aug 12
27
This week Joe introduced the foundation documents and led the church in its first Elder appointment. There is no primary text this week.
1. What is the biblical definition of an elder?
2. What did/do you think about Emmaus’ Eldership process and presentation?
3. Look over Emmaus’ foundation documents and discuss with your group. Thoughts? Pros or Cons? Concerns? Elaborations? Suggestions?
4. Spend some time in prayer for the leadership of our church and the future of Emmaus.
5. Share challenges and praises with one another.
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Aug 12
20
This week Joe continued his sermon on the Great Commission. Matthew 28:16-20 will still serve as the primary text.
1. Are there any cultural or background issues that are important in understanding the listed passage?
2. What key word(s)/phrase(s) really stand(s) out to you in these/this passage(s) of scripture? Why are/is they/it important?
3. Compare the listed passage with at least 3 other Bible versions (NIV, ESV, NASB, NKJV, Ect.) What similarities/differences do you observe? Share with your group.
4. Are there any verbs, commands, prepositions, or conjunctions, that seemed to stand out (if any)? What? Why? Share.
5. Read through at least 2 commentaries on the listed passage and share what your learned with your group. Here are some free online resources. (http://net.bible.org) (http://www.blueletterbible.org/) (http://biblia.com)
6. Do you believe that you are being proactive in proclaiming the gospel? Why or why not? How? Explain.
7. What can you do differently in your daily life to better proclaim the gospel? Share. Encourage.
8. Have you been baptized? Reminisce about your experience. If you have not been baptized, are you considering it? Share.
9. How do we as Christians go about teaching others “all that Christ has commanded?” What does “all that Christ commanded entail?” Share. Explain.
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Aug 12
14
This week Joe preached on the Great Commission. Matthew 28:16-20 will serve as the primary text.
1. Are there any cultural or background issues that are important in understanding the listed passage?
2. What key word(s)/phrase(s) really stand(s) out to you in these/this passage(s) of scripture? Why are/is they/it important?
3. Compare the listed passage with at least 3 other Bible versions (NIV, ESV, NASB, NKJV, Ect.) What similarities/differences do you observe? Share with your group.
4. Are there any verbs, commands, prepositions, or conjunctions, that seemed to stand out (if any)? What? Why? Share.
5. Read through at least 2 commentaries on the listed passage and share what your learned with your group. Here are some free online resources. (http://net.bible.org) (http://www.blueletterbible.org/) (http://biblia.com)
6. Have you recently been living with the Great Commission in mind? Why or why not? Explain
7. How can you better live out the Great Commission in you daily life? Explain.
8. Spend some time in prayer for our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ who daily suffer for the sake of the gospel throughout the world.
9. Have you ever considered doing any missionary work? Share.
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Aug 12
6
This week Joe briefly discussed the fourth epic of redemptive history. Acts 1:1-11 will serve as the primary text.
1. Are there any cultural or background issues that are important in understanding the listed passage?
2. What key word(s)/phrase(s) really stand(s) out to you in these/this passage(s) of scripture? Why are/is they/it important?
3. Compare the listed passage with at least 3 other Bible versions (NIV, ESV, NASB, NKJV, Ect.) What similarities/differences do you observe? Share with your group.
4. Are there any verbs, commands, prepositions, or conjunctions, that seemed to stand out (if any)? What? Why? Share.
5. Read through at least 2 commentaries on the listed passage and share what your learned with your group. Here are some free online resources. (http://net.bible.org) (http://www.blueletterbible.org/) (http://biblia.com)
gths to avoid it?
6. Review the 5 epics of redemptive history. What is the common denominator between each one? Explain.
7. What was Pentecost and what role did it play in redemptive history? (Do some background study on Pentacost)
8. Review Peter’s sermon in Acts 2:14-41. How can his sermon be helpful to you in witnessing to non beleivers? Explain.
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Jul 12
31
This week Russell discussed the role of community is the context of biblical counseling. Eph 4:11-16 will serve as the primary text.
1. Are there any cultural or background issues that are important in understanding the listed passages?
2. What key word(s)/phrase(s) really stand(s) out to you in these/this passage(s) of scripture? Why are/is they/it important?
3. Compare the listed passage with at least 3 other Bible versions (NIV, ESV, NASB, NKJV, Ect.) What similarities/differences do you observe? Share with your group.
4. Are there any verbs, commands, prepositions, or conjunctions, that seemed to stand out (if any)? What? Why? Share.
5. Read through at least 2 commentaries on the listed passage and share what your learned with your group. Here are some free online resources. (http://net.bible.org) (http://www.blueletterbible.org/) (http://biblia.com)
6. Have you recently been viewing your Christian faith through the lens of community? Or do you tend to see your faith as individualistic? Why or why not?
7. Why do you think community is such a foreign concept for westerners? If it is so good for us (both science and scripture confirm this) then why do we go to such great lengths to avoid it?
8. Have you been living out the truthing in love commandment? Why or why not. Share.
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Jul 12
24
This week Joe explained how we can know that Christ was the messiah; by His words and by His works. See Emmauscf.org/sermons for a complete list of scriptures used.
1. What did Jesus mean in Matt 5:17 when he stated “I have not come to abolish the law but to fulfill the law?
2. What was Jesus’ relationship to the law?
3. What did Jesus mean when he said “The Kingdom of God has come upon you” in Matthew 12:28-29? What is the kingdom of God? (don’t just say ‘the church’)
4. What acts in Jesus’ life were direct fulfillments of scripture (e.g. His birth, baptism, death) What scriptures were fulfilled?
5. How can the information from this sermon help in evangelizing to a non-believer? Explain. Share?
6. Have you recently reflected on the fact that Jesus was the savior of the world and God incarnate?
7. Do you live each day in light of the fact that Jesus is physically reigning from heaven with all power and authority. Why or why not. Share.
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"Him we proclaim,
warning everyone and teaching everyone with all wisdom,
that we may present everyone mature in Christ."
(Colossians 1:28, ESV)
