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We have a Savior who has come to find the lost and restore them through forgiveness, and we have a purpose in speaking this Gospel to the whole world. This is not an easy calling. The lost often do not want to be found, and the wicked are content in their ways. We act not as self-appointed guardians of the truth but as instruments of God, through whom He speaks His Word of love to the lost and erring and by whom they are saved.

We have a Savior who has come to find the lost and restore them through forgiveness, and we have a purpose in speaking this Gospel to the whole world. This is not an easy calling. The lost often do not want to be found, and the wicked are content in their ways. We act not as self-appointed guardians of the truth but as instruments of God, through whom He speaks His Word of love to the lost and erring and by whom they are saved.

We often have our own ideas about how Jesus should work, how our lives should go, and what God should be doing. This message explores how God’s ways are often different from our own, calling us to trust Christ even when we don’t understand—and to see our lives, others, and God through the perspective of the cross.

The word doxology encompasses words of praise that are addressed to the triune God. It comes from the Greek word doxa, which is used in the New Testament to express the splendor of God and also serves to describe the outpouring of honor and praise to God from His faithful people. When we sing or say “Glory be to God on high,” we are joining the praises spoken by the angels of God in eternity: “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen” (Revelation 7:12). Such an honor it is for us to join in that praise!

The word doxology encompasses words of praise that are addressed to the triune God. It comes from the Greek word doxa, which is used in the New Testament to express the splendor of God and also serves to describe the outpouring of honor and praise to God from His faithful people. When we sing or say “Glory be to God on high,” we are joining the praises spoken by the angels of God in eternity: “Amen! Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever! Amen” (Revelation 7:12). Such an honor it is for us to join in that praise!

Immanuel has left the building! Join us for our very special time of worship, where we ask God to richly bless our children and their backpacks for the new school year. Our Pastors and a full complement of our Praise Band Team lead us in worship and praise! To God be the Glory!

In today’s Gospel, Jesus extends His ministry beyond the Jews to a Gentile woman of Canaan whose great faith leads her to cry, “Lord, help me” (Matthew 15:25). Through Isaiah, God promises a “house of prayer for all peoples,” and Romans reminds us of His mercy for all. The Gospel continues through Christ’s Church, calling all people to steadfast confidence in God’s loving kindness and mercy. Message: “Gathering Up the Crumbs” — Pastor Warren

Join us for worship! Worship Service Check-In: http://www.immanuelpalatine.org/checkin In today’s message, Jesus comes to gather all people to Himself. He first comes to gather and redeem the House of Israel, and yet, He also comes to gather and feed even those who feel like begging dogs longing to feed on the Master’s crumbs in His House of Prayer.

In today’s Gospel, Jesus extends His ministry beyond the Jews to a Gentile woman of Canaan whose great faith leads her to cry, “Lord, help me” (Matthew 15:25). Through Isaiah, God promises to bring foreigners into His “house of prayer for all peoples” (Isaiah 56:6–7), showing His mercy and undeserved blessings to all. The Gospel of Christ continues through His Church, calling all people to receive God’s mercy and giving us steadfast confidence in His loving kindness. Sermon: “Gathering Up the Crumbs” — Pastor Warren

In today’s Gospel, Jesus extends His ministry beyond the Jews to a Gentile woman of Canaan whose great faith leads her to cry, “Lord, help me” (Matthew 15:25). Through Isaiah, God promises to bring foreigners into His “house of prayer for all peoples” (Isaiah 56:6–7), showing His mercy and undeserved blessings to all. The Gospel of Christ continues through His Church, calling all people to receive God’s mercy and giving us steadfast confidence in His loving kindness. Sermon: “Gathering Up the Crumbs” — Pastor Warren

Join us for worship! Worship Service Check-In: http://www.immanuelpalatine.org/checkin The only way a sinful human being can dare to approach and worship an almighty God is if we also know that He is a God of mercy. God’s mighty power is known from the vastness of His creation, yet everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved. Jesus showed both His might and mercy when He came to His disciples on a storm-tossed sea. Walking on water wasn’t the point—it was the Lord coming to save us in our fear and distress. We can trust the God who has harnessed His wrath with His love, who joined us in our misery, took our sin upon Himself, died our death, and is risen to save us from every evil that threatens us or makes us afraid.

Join us for worship! Worship Service Check-In: http://www.immanuelpalatine.org/checkin Jesus calls us to step out in faith throughout our lives. Doing so can take us outside of our comfort zone. When that happens, where do you look?

Join us for worship! Worship Service Check-In: http://www.immanuelpalatine.org/checkin Where is Your Focus

After a meal, does your family pray Psalm 136:1, “Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good, for His steadfast love endures forever”? That short prayer is not just a reminder to say “thank You” to God, who provides daily bread for our bodies. It also repeats why God provides, specifically, because of “His steadfast love.” In fact, if you pray that entire psalm, it lists the many ways God provides for all our needs of body and soul. The rich Hebrew word translated “steadfast love” reflects not only God’s general attitude but also His mighty acts and deeds to provide for His people’s entire lives and well-being. Jesus’ provision of food for the people in the wilderness (Matthew 14) as well as “our daily bread” call to the mind of faith His ultimate gift of love, the forgiveness of our sins. As the prophet Isaiah speaks of the “rich food” God provides “that your soul may live” (Isaiah 55:2–3), so the humble Meal of bread and wine in the Sacrament of the Altar causes us to remember the greatest work of our Lord’s steadfast love on the cross. At the altar, we receive the very substance of God’s steadfast love that enlivens and strengthens a steadfast faith that will endure until we are welcomed to the great and promised heavenly feast of eternal life.

After a meal, does your family pray Psalm 136:1, “Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good, for His steadfast love endures forever”? That short prayer is not just a reminder to say “thank You” to God, who provides daily bread for our bodies. It also repeats why God provides, specifically, because of “His steadfast love.” In fact, if you pray that entire psalm, it lists the many ways God provides for all our needs of body and soul. The rich Hebrew word translated “steadfast love” reflects not only God’s general attitude but also His mighty acts and deeds to provide for His people’s entire lives and well-being. Jesus’ provision of food for the people in the wilderness (Matthew 14) as well as “our daily bread” call to the mind of faith His ultimate gift of love, the forgiveness of our sins. As the prophet Isaiah speaks of the “rich food” God provides “that your soul may live” (Isaiah 55:2–3), so the humble Meal of bread and wine in the Sacrament of the Altar causes us to remember the greatest work of our Lord’s steadfast love on the cross. At the altar, we receive the very substance of God’s steadfast love that enlivens and strengthens a steadfast faith that will endure until we are welcomed to the great and promised heavenly feast of eternal life.