Emmanuel Presbyterian Church

Audio Recording Self Control Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: ProverbsProverbs 16:32; 17:27; 25:28; 29:11 (ESV)16:32 Whoever is slow to anger is better than the mighty,    and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.17:27 Whoever restrains his words has knowledge,    and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.25:28 A man without self-control    is like a city broken into and left without walls.29:11 A fool gives full vent to his spirit,    but a wise man quietly holds it bac

Audio Recording Satisfying Speech Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: ProverbsProverbs 18:20-21 (ESV)20 From the fruit of a man's mouth his stomach is satisfied;    he is satisfied by the yield of his lips.21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue,    and those who love it will eat its fruits.Sermon OutlineThe wise understand that a person’s satisfaction is linked with what they say.1.  Your words have power.v21  Death and life are in the power of the tongue2.  Your words reveal what you love.v21 and those who love it will eat

Audio Recording Pride Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: ProverbsProverbs 11:2, 16:18, 18:12, 21:24, 25:6-7 (ESV)11:2 When pride comes, then comes disgrace,    but with the humble is wisdom.16:18 Pride goes before destruction,    and a haughty spirit before a fall.18:12 Before destruction a man's heart is haughty,    but humility comes before honor.21:24 “Scoffer” is the name of the arrogant, haughty man    who acts with arrogant pride.25:6 Do not put yourself forward in the king's presence&nb

Audio Recording Correction Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: ProverbsProverbs 12:1, 18:2, 19:25, 21:11, 29:1 (ESV)12:1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge,    but he who hates reproof is stupid.18:2 A fool takes no pleasure in understanding,    but only in expressing his opinion.19:25 Strike a scoffer, and the simple will learn prudence;    reprove a man of understanding, and he will gain knowledge.21:11 When a scoffer is punished, the simple becomes wise;    when a wise man is instructed, he

Audio Recording Understanding for Our Raging Hearts Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: ProverbsProverbs 19:2-3 (ESV)2 Desire without knowledge is not good,    and whoever makes haste with his feet misses his way.3 When a man's folly brings his way to ruin,    his heart rages against the Lord.Sermon OutlineWisdom involves a kind of understanding that helps us navigate complexity such that we come out in the right place.1. A Key Ingredient of a Wise Lifev2 Desire without knowledge is not good, and whoever makes haste with his feet mi

Audio Recording Ask for Wisdom Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Proverbs1 Kings 3:3-28 (ESV)3 Solomon loved the Lord, walking in the statutes of David his father, only he sacrificed and made offerings at the high places. 4 And the king went to Gibeon to sacrifice there, for that was the great high place. Solomon used to offer a thousand burnt offerings on that altar. 5 At Gibeon the Lord appeared to Solomon in a dream by night, and God said, “Ask what I shall give you.” 6 And Solomon said, “You have shown great and steadfast love to your servant David my father, because he wal

Audio Recording Mission Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: FWPSMActs 1:1-11 (ESV)1 In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.4 And while staying with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard fr

Audio Recording Sacraments Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: FWPSMRomans 4:1-17 (ESV)1 What then shall we say was gained by Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh? 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. 3 For what does the Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was counted to him as righteousness.” 4 Now to the one who works, his wages are not counted as a gift but as his due. 5 And to the one who does not work but believes in him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is counted as righteousness, 6 just as David

Audio Recording Prayer Rev. Tim Chang Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Tim ChangSermon Series: FWPSMLuke 11:1-13 (ESV)1 Now Jesus was praying in a certain place, and when he finished, one of his disciples said to him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John taught his disciples.” 2 And he said to them, “When you pray, say:“Father, hallowed be your name.Your kingdom come.3 Give us each day our daily bread,4 and forgive us our sins,    for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us.And lead us not into temptation.”5 And he said to them, “Which of you who has a friend will go to him at midnight and say to him, ‘Fr

Audio Recording Word Rev. Scott Strickman Download There is a short gap that represents about 20 seconds of missing content at about minute 14:15 and again at 42:45. We’re sorry for the omission. Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: FWPSM2 Timothy 4:1-8 (ESV)4 I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who is to judge the living and the dead, and by his appearing and his kingdom: 2 preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching. 3 For the time is coming when people will not endure sound teaching, but havi

Audio Recording Fellowship Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: FWPSM2 Corinthians 13:11-14 (ESV)11 Finally, brothers, rejoice. Aim for restoration, comfort one another, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you. 12 Greet one another with a holy kiss. 13 All the saints greet you.14 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.Sermon Outline“Fellowship” moves us into deeper relationships where we grow through life with God and His people. 1.  A Spiritual Fellowshipv14  “t

Audio Recording Faith Practices Rev. Tim Chang Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Tim ChangSermon Series: FWPSMActs 2:42-47 (ESV)42 And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 And awe came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs were being done through the apostles. 44 And all who believed were together and had all things in common. 45 And they were selling their possessions and belongings and distributing the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46 And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with g

Audio Recording Gospel People Rev. Scott Strickman Download Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Maturing in ChristColossians 4:7-18 (ESV)7 Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. He is a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. 8 I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts, 9 and with him Onesimus, our faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you of everything that has taken place here.10 Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have recei

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Maturing in Christ1 Peter 5:1-5 (ESV)1 So I exhort the elders among you, as a fellow elder and a witness of the sufferings of Christ, as well as a partaker in the glory that is going to be revealed: 2 shepherd the flock of God that is among you, exercising oversight, not under compulsion, but willingly, as God would have you; not for shameful gain, but eagerly; 3 not domineering over those in your charge, but being examples to the flock. 4 And when the chief Shepherd appears, you will receive the unfading crown of glory. 5 Likewise, you who are younger, be subject to the elders. Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.”Sermon OutlineAs we help one another walk the path of following Jesus, some are entrusted with the responsibility of oversight (vv1-2)1. Motivationvv2-3 Not: under compulsion

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Charles DrewSermon Series: Guest PreacherPsalm 45 (ESV)1 My heart overflows with a pleasing theme;    I address my verses to the king;    my tongue is like the pen of a ready scribe.2 You are the most handsome of the sons of men;    grace is poured upon your lips;    therefore God has blessed you forever.3 Gird your sword on your thigh, O mighty one,    in your splendor and majesty!4 In your majesty ride out victoriously    for the cause of truth and meekness and righteousness;    let your right hand teach you awesome deeds!5 Your arrows are sharp    in the heart of the king's enemies;    the peoples fall under you.6 Your throne, O God, is forever and ever.    The scepter of your kingdom is a scepte

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Maturing in ChristColossians 4:2-6 (ESV)2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. 3 At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— 4 that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak.5 Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. 6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.Sermon OutlineHow do we make the best use of the time?Walk in WisdomTowards OutsidersSpeak GraciouslyPrayer of ConfessionOur wise God, full of grace and truth: we remember your mercy to us, showing kindness when we have not deserved it.  We admit we need forgiveness.  We have been fools, running after things that are of no use, with little control over our impuls

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Tim ChangSermon Series: Maturing in ChristColossians 4:2-6 (ESV)2 Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. 3 At the same time, pray also for us, that God may open to us a door for the word, to declare the mystery of Christ, on account of which I am in prison— 4 that I may make it clear, which is how I ought to speak.5 Walk in wisdom toward outsiders, making the best use of the time. 6 Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to answer each person.Sermon Outline1. Be steadfast in prayer[2] Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. 2. Be watchful in prayer[2] Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. [2] Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with thanksgiving. 3. Be outward in prayer[3] At the same time, pray also for us[3] At the same time, pray al

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: EasterLuke 24:13-49 (ESV)13 That very day two of them were going to a village named Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, 14 and they were talking with each other about all these things that had happened. 15 While they were talking and discussing together, Jesus himself drew near and went with them. 16 But their eyes were kept from recognizing him. 17 And he said to them, “What is this conversation that you are holding with each other as you walk?” And they stood still, looking sad. 18 Then one of them, named Cleopas, answered him, “Are you the only visitor to Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?” 19 And he said to them, “What things?” And they said to him, “Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, a man who was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people, 20 and how our chief priests and rulers del

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Rev. Scott StrickmanSermon Series: Maturing in ChristColossians 3:22-4:1 (ESV)22 Bondservants, obey in everything those who are your earthly masters, not by way of eye-service, as people-pleasers, but with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord. 23 Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men, 24 knowing that from the Lord you will receive the inheritance as your reward. You are serving the Lord Christ. 25 For the wrongdoer will be paid back for the wrong he has done, and there is no partiality.4:1 Masters, treat your bondservants justly and fairly, knowing that you also have a Master in heaven.Sermon OutlineColossians 3 contains a foundational principle that helps us as we strive to live wisely in our world.1. What is the principle?v23 “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men” (3:17)v24 “You are serving the Lord Christ.”2. How is it applied?v22 “Bondservants, obey

Audio Recording Sermon OutlineSpeaker: Tim CraigSermon Series: Retreat 2026Matthew 9:35-10:15 (NIV)35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”10:1 Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness.2 These are the names of the twelve apostles: first, Simon (who is called Peter) and his brother Andrew; James son of Zebedee, and his brother John; 3 Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James son of Alphaeus, and Thadda