Blog https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org Sat, 05 Sep 2026 16:27:29 -0400 https://www.churchplantmedia.com/ This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_692 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_692#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2026 18:31:14 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_692 Look back: Look back over John 1:4 and remember Jesus, the eternal Word and source of all life, exposes the false promise of self-help by offering dying sinners the true life found only in Him.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in John 1:5 and following. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How does the "light shining in the darkness" shape how you think about sin, forgiveness, and the gospel in your own life?

Pray: Confess sin to the Lord trusting in his complete and total forgiveness.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

How Rich a Treasure We Possess: 1 Chronicles 29:11, Matthew 13:44, Romans 8, Ephesians 2:4-5, Colossians 2:13-14, 1 Peter 1:18-19

Only a Holy God: Psalm 19:1, 103:19, 150:1-6, Isaiah 6:3, Matthew 6:9, John 3:16, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57

I Am Not My Own: Psalm 136:5, 139:13, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Ephesians 2:10

In Christ Alone: Psalm 62:5-7, Isaiah 53:4-6, Matthew 7:24-25, Matthew 27:57-60, Luke 24:1-6, John 1:14, John 10:28-29, Romans 3:23-26, Romans 6:9-10, Romans 8:1-2, Romans 8:38-39, 1 Corinthians 3:11, 1 Corinthians 6:20, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:13, Ephesians 3:18-19, Philippians 2:6-8, Philippians 4:7, Colossians 3:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 2 Timothy 1:7, Hebrews 2:14-15, 1 Peter 2:24

He Leadeth Me: Psalm 23, 48:14, 73:24, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 58:11, John 10:27

Monthly Missions Focus: Jacksonville, Florida

Catechize: New City Catechism #15

From August 30: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus taught people to seek God’s kingdom.
  • Kids: Jesus taught people to seek God’s kingdom.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: God loves us. He gave us Jesus so we can trust God and seek His kingdom.
  • Younger Preschool: God loves us and gives us what we need. His best gift is Jesus. We can trust God and live His way.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus taught people to seek God's kingdom. When people trust in Jesus, they are welcomed into God's kingdom and can trust that God will take care of them.
  • Kids: Jesus taught people to seek God's kingdom because knowing God is the greatest treasure. When people trust in Jesus, they are welcomed into God's kingdom and can trust that God will provide for all their needs.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Taught in Parables (Matthew 13; Mark 4; Luke 8)

]]> Look back: Look back over John 1:4 and remember Jesus, the eternal Word and source of all life, exposes the false promise of self-help by offering dying sinners the true life found only in Him.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in John 1:5 and following. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How does the "light shining in the darkness" shape how you think about sin, forgiveness, and the gospel in your own life?

Pray: Confess sin to the Lord trusting in his complete and total forgiveness.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

How Rich a Treasure We Possess: 1 Chronicles 29:11, Matthew 13:44, Romans 8, Ephesians 2:4-5, Colossians 2:13-14, 1 Peter 1:18-19

Only a Holy God: Psalm 19:1, 103:19, 150:1-6, Isaiah 6:3, Matthew 6:9, John 3:16, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57

I Am Not My Own: Psalm 136:5, 139:13, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Ephesians 2:10

In Christ Alone: Psalm 62:5-7, Isaiah 53:4-6, Matthew 7:24-25, Matthew 27:57-60, Luke 24:1-6, John 1:14, John 10:28-29, Romans 3:23-26, Romans 6:9-10, Romans 8:1-2, Romans 8:38-39, 1 Corinthians 3:11, 1 Corinthians 6:20, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:13, Ephesians 3:18-19, Philippians 2:6-8, Philippians 4:7, Colossians 3:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 2 Timothy 1:7, Hebrews 2:14-15, 1 Peter 2:24

He Leadeth Me: Psalm 23, 48:14, 73:24, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 58:11, John 10:27

Monthly Missions Focus: Jacksonville, Florida

Catechize: New City Catechism #15

From August 30: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus taught people to seek God’s kingdom.
  • Kids: Jesus taught people to seek God’s kingdom.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: God loves us. He gave us Jesus so we can trust God and seek His kingdom.
  • Younger Preschool: God loves us and gives us what we need. His best gift is Jesus. We can trust God and live His way.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus taught people to seek God's kingdom. When people trust in Jesus, they are welcomed into God's kingdom and can trust that God will take care of them.
  • Kids: Jesus taught people to seek God's kingdom because knowing God is the greatest treasure. When people trust in Jesus, they are welcomed into God's kingdom and can trust that God will provide for all their needs.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Taught in Parables (Matthew 13; Mark 4; Luke 8)

]]> This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_690 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_690#comments Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:54:03 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_690 Look back: Look back over John 1:3 and remember the eternal Son created all things, giving the world a beginning, purpose, and hope of eternal life through Christ.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in John 1:4 and following. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How and why are light and dark contrasted?

Pray: Praise God for the light of the knowledge his glory in the face of Jesus Christ. 

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Bring Praises: Psalm 103:2, 150:6, Romans 11:33, 12:1

The Church’s One Foundation: 1 Corinthians 3:11, Ephesians 2:20, 5:22-27, Hebrews 12:1-3, Revelation 5:9 

Come Let us Return to the Lord: 2 Chronicles 7, Isaiah 53, Hosea 6, Luke 15, John 14 Romans 3, 8, James 4, 1 Peter 1-2

Christ the Sure and Steady Anchor: Romans 5:20, Philippians 1:21, 2 Corinthians 5:8, Hebrews 6:19-20, 

Doxology: Psalm 148:1-5, Matthew 28:19, James 1:17

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #14

From August 23: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus taught people to keep praying.
  • Kids: Jesus taught people to keep praying to God.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus taught people to keep praying and asking for forgiveness. Jesus died on the cross and rose again so sinners can be made right with God.
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus told people to keep praying. God is a good Father. The best prayer we can pray is to say we are sorry for our sin. Jesus died and came back to life so we can be close to God.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus taught people to keep praying. The most important prayer we can pray is to tell God we have sinned and ask for His forgiveness. Jesus died on the cross and rose again so sinners can be made right with God.
  • Kids: Jesus taught people to keep praying. God is a good Father who will give His people what they need. The most important prayer we can pray is to tell God we have sinned and ask for His forgiveness. Jesus died on the cross and rose again so sinners can be made right with God.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Taught about Possessions (Luke 12)

]]> Look back: Look back over John 1:3 and remember the eternal Son created all things, giving the world a beginning, purpose, and hope of eternal life through Christ.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in John 1:4 and following. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How and why are light and dark contrasted?

Pray: Praise God for the light of the knowledge his glory in the face of Jesus Christ. 

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Bring Praises: Psalm 103:2, 150:6, Romans 11:33, 12:1

The Church’s One Foundation: 1 Corinthians 3:11, Ephesians 2:20, 5:22-27, Hebrews 12:1-3, Revelation 5:9 

Come Let us Return to the Lord: 2 Chronicles 7, Isaiah 53, Hosea 6, Luke 15, John 14 Romans 3, 8, James 4, 1 Peter 1-2

Christ the Sure and Steady Anchor: Romans 5:20, Philippians 1:21, 2 Corinthians 5:8, Hebrews 6:19-20, 

Doxology: Psalm 148:1-5, Matthew 28:19, James 1:17

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #14

From August 23: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus taught people to keep praying.
  • Kids: Jesus taught people to keep praying to God.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus taught people to keep praying and asking for forgiveness. Jesus died on the cross and rose again so sinners can be made right with God.
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus told people to keep praying. God is a good Father. The best prayer we can pray is to say we are sorry for our sin. Jesus died and came back to life so we can be close to God.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus taught people to keep praying. The most important prayer we can pray is to tell God we have sinned and ask for His forgiveness. Jesus died on the cross and rose again so sinners can be made right with God.
  • Kids: Jesus taught people to keep praying. God is a good Father who will give His people what they need. The most important prayer we can pray is to tell God we have sinned and ask for His forgiveness. Jesus died on the cross and rose again so sinners can be made right with God.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Taught about Possessions (Luke 12)

]]> This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_688 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_688#comments Tue, 28 Jul 2026 18:21:11 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_688 Look back: Look back over John 1:1-2 and remember Christ's relationship to time, God, deity, and you.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in John 1:3 and following. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How does Christ's role in creation encourage, challenge, or correct you?

Pray: Pray not only for your understanding of sound doctrine but your affections for the Lord to increase.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Good and Gracious King: Psalm 103:8-10, 145:8-9, Romans 8:32, 1 Timothy 1:17

How Firm a Foundation: Psalm 55:22, Isaiah 28:16, Isaiah 41:10, Isaiah 43:2, Hebrews 13:5-6, 1 Peter 1:7

Come Let us Return to the Lord: 2 Chronicles 7, Isaiah 53, Hosea 6, Luke 15, John 14 Romans 3, 8, James 4, 1 Peter 1-2

Good Shepherd of My Soul: Psalm 23, Matthew 7:13-14, 11:28-30, 28:20, John 10:1-18, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Galatians 5:1

Christ Our Hope in Life and Death: Psalm 34:8, Isaiah 43:2, Romans 14:7-8, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Ephesians 1:7, Revelation 21:4

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #13

From August 16: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus forgave a woman’s sins.
  • Kids: Jesus forgave a woman’s sins.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus came to rescue sinners. Jesus died on the cross and rose again so we can be part of God’s family forever if we believe in Him.
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus came to forgive sinners, even people who did very wrong things. He died and came back to life so we can be part of God’s family.
  • Older Preschool: Everyone has sinned and deserves punishment from God. But Jesus, the only sinless One, died in our place to take the punishment for our sin. When we trust in Jesus, we are forgiven of all our sins and are made right with God.
  • Kids: Everyone has sinned and owes a debt they could never repay. Jesus, the only sinless One, died in our place to pay the debt for our sin. When we trust in Jesus, we are forgiven of all our sins and are credited with Jesus' perfect life.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Taught about Prayer (Luke 11; 18)

]]> Look back: Look back over John 1:1-2 and remember Christ's relationship to time, God, deity, and you.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in John 1:3 and following. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How does Christ's role in creation encourage, challenge, or correct you?

Pray: Pray not only for your understanding of sound doctrine but your affections for the Lord to increase.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Good and Gracious King: Psalm 103:8-10, 145:8-9, Romans 8:32, 1 Timothy 1:17

How Firm a Foundation: Psalm 55:22, Isaiah 28:16, Isaiah 41:10, Isaiah 43:2, Hebrews 13:5-6, 1 Peter 1:7

Come Let us Return to the Lord: 2 Chronicles 7, Isaiah 53, Hosea 6, Luke 15, John 14 Romans 3, 8, James 4, 1 Peter 1-2

Good Shepherd of My Soul: Psalm 23, Matthew 7:13-14, 11:28-30, 28:20, John 10:1-18, Romans 12:1-2, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Galatians 5:1

Christ Our Hope in Life and Death: Psalm 34:8, Isaiah 43:2, Romans 14:7-8, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Ephesians 1:7, Revelation 21:4

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #13

From August 16: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus forgave a woman’s sins.
  • Kids: Jesus forgave a woman’s sins.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus came to rescue sinners. Jesus died on the cross and rose again so we can be part of God’s family forever if we believe in Him.
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus came to forgive sinners, even people who did very wrong things. He died and came back to life so we can be part of God’s family.
  • Older Preschool: Everyone has sinned and deserves punishment from God. But Jesus, the only sinless One, died in our place to take the punishment for our sin. When we trust in Jesus, we are forgiven of all our sins and are made right with God.
  • Kids: Everyone has sinned and owes a debt they could never repay. Jesus, the only sinless One, died in our place to pay the debt for our sin. When we trust in Jesus, we are forgiven of all our sins and are credited with Jesus' perfect life.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Taught about Prayer (Luke 11; 18)

]]> This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_687 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_687#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:55:34 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_687 Look back: Look back over Psalm 80 and remember God restores His sinful people through Christ, who bears their judgment and brings them back to God giving life to those who repent and trust Him.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in John 1. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: What does John want us to know immediately about who Jesus is?

Pray: Praise God for his eternal Word, incarnate in Jesus Christ.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Run and Run (Christ is All My Righteousness): Psalm 103:1-3, Isaiah 53:4-6, Matthew 11:28-29, Romans 3:20, 8:3-4, 10:4, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:10, Revelation 12:10

It Was Finished Upon That Cross: Matthew 27:45, John 8:36, 19:30, Romans 6:8-11, 8:17-18, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 5:8, Colossians 2:13-15, Hebrews 2:14-15, 4:16, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 2:24

All My Boast is in Jesus: John 19:30, 1 Corinthians 1:31, 2 Corinthians 10:17, 12:9, Galatians 2:20, 6:14, Ephesians 2:8-9

Hallelujah For the Cross:John 1:29, 8:34, Romans 3:19-28, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Galatians 6:14, Hebrews 9:22

All Glory Be to Christ: Psalm 29:2, Matthew 26:26-28, John 17:20-21, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Ephesians 2:20, 4:3, 1 Peter 2:6, Revelation 5:12

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #12

From August 9: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus brought a widow’s son back to life.
  • Kids: Jesus raised a widow’s son to life.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus has power over death. When we trust in Jesus, He makes us alive with God forever.
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus is stronger than death. He died and came back to life. When we trust in Jesus, we will live with God forever.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus has power over death. After Jesus died on the cross, He rose from the dead. When people repent and trust in Jesus, He makes them alive with God forever.
  • Kids: Jesus has the power to bring the dead to life. We are all dead in our sins, but Jesus will give us new life in Him if we repent and trust in His life, death, and resurrection.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Was Anointed (Luke 7)

]]> Look back: Look back over Psalm 80 and remember God restores His sinful people through Christ, who bears their judgment and brings them back to God giving life to those who repent and trust Him.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in John 1. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: What does John want us to know immediately about who Jesus is?

Pray: Praise God for his eternal Word, incarnate in Jesus Christ.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Run and Run (Christ is All My Righteousness): Psalm 103:1-3, Isaiah 53:4-6, Matthew 11:28-29, Romans 3:20, 8:3-4, 10:4, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:10, Revelation 12:10

It Was Finished Upon That Cross: Matthew 27:45, John 8:36, 19:30, Romans 6:8-11, 8:17-18, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 5:8, Colossians 2:13-15, Hebrews 2:14-15, 4:16, 1 Peter 1:18-19, 2:24

All My Boast is in Jesus: John 19:30, 1 Corinthians 1:31, 2 Corinthians 10:17, 12:9, Galatians 2:20, 6:14, Ephesians 2:8-9

Hallelujah For the Cross:John 1:29, 8:34, Romans 3:19-28, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Galatians 6:14, Hebrews 9:22

All Glory Be to Christ: Psalm 29:2, Matthew 26:26-28, John 17:20-21, 1 Corinthians 15:55-57, Ephesians 2:20, 4:3, 1 Peter 2:6, Revelation 5:12

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #12

From August 9: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus brought a widow’s son back to life.
  • Kids: Jesus raised a widow’s son to life.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus has power over death. When we trust in Jesus, He makes us alive with God forever.
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus is stronger than death. He died and came back to life. When we trust in Jesus, we will live with God forever.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus has power over death. After Jesus died on the cross, He rose from the dead. When people repent and trust in Jesus, He makes them alive with God forever.
  • Kids: Jesus has the power to bring the dead to life. We are all dead in our sins, but Jesus will give us new life in Him if we repent and trust in His life, death, and resurrection.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Was Anointed (Luke 7)

]]> This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_684 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_684#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:02:26 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_684 Look back: Look back over Psalm 79 and remember Jesus will avenge all who honor His name.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 80. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: What is the "chorus" of this song? 

Pray: Express your trust and hope in the Lord even as you pray for specific circumstances in which you ask him to let his face shine upon you and restore you. 

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Praise Him Praise Him: Psalm 29:1-2, Matthew 21:9, 1 Corinthians 15:3, Hebrews 1:6, Revelation 11:15

Praise to the Lord, the Almighty: Psalm 84:11, 91:4, 103:1 

How Deep the Father’s Love For Us: Isaiah 53:5, John 3:16, Romans 5:8, Galatians 6:14, Ephesians 2:4-5, 1 Peter 2:24

Come Let us Return to the Lord: 2 Chronicles 7, Isaiah 53, Hosea 6, Luke 15, John 14 Romans 3, 8, James 4, 1 Peter 1-2

O Church Arise: Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 Cor. 15:55-57, Hebrews 12:1

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #11

From August 2: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: John was reminded that Jesus is the Messiah.
  • Kids: John was reminded that Jesus is the promised Messiah.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: When we believe in Jesus, we know what Jesus did and can tell others about Him. Jesus is the Messiah!
  • Younger Preschool: John learned that Jesus really is the Savior. We can tell others about Jesus too. Some people may not want to listen, but we keep sharing because Jesus is worth it. 
  • Older Preschool When faced with hard times, John was reminded that Jesus is the Messiah who had come to bring good news. Followers of Jesus will face hard times, but they have hope: Everyone who trusts in Jesus for salvation will live in His kingdom forever.
  • Kids: When faced with suffering, John was reminded that Jesus is the Messiah who had come to bring the good news of salvation. Followers of Jesus will face troubles, but they have hope: Everyone who trusts in Jesus for salvation will live in His kingdom forever.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Raised a Widow’s Son (Luke 7)

 

]]> Look back: Look back over Psalm 79 and remember Jesus will avenge all who honor His name.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 80. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: What is the "chorus" of this song? 

Pray: Express your trust and hope in the Lord even as you pray for specific circumstances in which you ask him to let his face shine upon you and restore you. 

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Praise Him Praise Him: Psalm 29:1-2, Matthew 21:9, 1 Corinthians 15:3, Hebrews 1:6, Revelation 11:15

Praise to the Lord, the Almighty: Psalm 84:11, 91:4, 103:1 

How Deep the Father’s Love For Us: Isaiah 53:5, John 3:16, Romans 5:8, Galatians 6:14, Ephesians 2:4-5, 1 Peter 2:24

Come Let us Return to the Lord: 2 Chronicles 7, Isaiah 53, Hosea 6, Luke 15, John 14 Romans 3, 8, James 4, 1 Peter 1-2

O Church Arise: Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 Cor. 15:55-57, Hebrews 12:1

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #11

From August 2: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: John was reminded that Jesus is the Messiah.
  • Kids: John was reminded that Jesus is the promised Messiah.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: When we believe in Jesus, we know what Jesus did and can tell others about Him. Jesus is the Messiah!
  • Younger Preschool: John learned that Jesus really is the Savior. We can tell others about Jesus too. Some people may not want to listen, but we keep sharing because Jesus is worth it. 
  • Older Preschool When faced with hard times, John was reminded that Jesus is the Messiah who had come to bring good news. Followers of Jesus will face hard times, but they have hope: Everyone who trusts in Jesus for salvation will live in His kingdom forever.
  • Kids: When faced with suffering, John was reminded that Jesus is the Messiah who had come to bring the good news of salvation. Followers of Jesus will face troubles, but they have hope: Everyone who trusts in Jesus for salvation will live in His kingdom forever.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Older Preschool: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God.
  • Kids: What is prayer? Prayer is talking with God to praise Him, ask Him for help, and confess our sins.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Call on Me and pray, and I will listen. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Younger Preschool: You will call to me and pray, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Older Preschool: Call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. Jeremiah 29:12
  • Kids: You will call to me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you search for me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:12–13

** Next week: Jesus Raised a Widow’s Son (Luke 7)

 

]]> What We're Singing: September 2026 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/what-were-singing:-september-2026 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/what-were-singing:-september-2026#comments Mon, 13 Jul 2026 14:46:24 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/what-were-singing:-september-2026 How Rich a Treasure We Possess

Only a Holy God

I Am Not My Own

In Christ Alone

He Leadeth Me

Magnificent, Marvelous, Matchless Love

10,000 Reasons

Lord Have Mercy

Jesus Paid it All

Jesus is Mine

How Great is the Greatness of God

Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery

Rock of Ages

The Power of the Cross

The Goodness of Jesus

O Worship the Risen Christ

Behold Our God

Be Thou My Vision

The Lord is My Salvation

Doxology

]]> How Rich a Treasure We Possess

Only a Holy God

I Am Not My Own

In Christ Alone

He Leadeth Me

Magnificent, Marvelous, Matchless Love

10,000 Reasons

Lord Have Mercy

Jesus Paid it All

Jesus is Mine

How Great is the Greatness of God

Come Behold the Wondrous Mystery

Rock of Ages

The Power of the Cross

The Goodness of Jesus

O Worship the Risen Christ

Behold Our God

Be Thou My Vision

The Lord is My Salvation

Doxology

]]> This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_682 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_682#comments Mon, 06 Jul 2026 20:46:54 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_682 Look back: Look back over Psalm 78 and remember don’t resist the shepherding hand of God.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 79. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How do you think from a gospel perspective about your "former iniquities" (verse 8)? How does the Lord?

Pray: Ask the Lord to reveal sin in your life that you might confess and turn from it. 

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

The King in All His Beauty: Isaiah 33:17, Matthew 27:28-29, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 7:27-28, Revelation 5:9-14, 7:9-12, 14:6-7

Jesus Strong and Kind: Psalm 27:1, Luke 19:10, John 4:13-14, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, 1 Peter 2:24

All I Have is Christ: Isaiah 53:4-6, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:1-3, Philippians 1:20-21, Colossians 3:1-4, 1 Corinthians 15:10, 1 John 4:19, 1 Peter 2:24

Man of Sorrows! What a Name: Isaiah 53, Matthew 27, Mark 15, John 1:29, Romans 5:6-8, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 1:7, Colossians 1:14, Revelation 5:6

Christ is Mine Forevermore: Psalm 34:18, 103:8-12, 139:16, Matthew 6:19-21, 13:44, Romans 8:28-38, Philippians 4:7, Hebrews 11:13, 1 Peter 2:11, Revelation 21:2, 22:5

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #10 (no new question this week)

From July 26: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus taught about God’s kingdom.
  • Kids: Jesus taught how people in God’s kingdom live.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: When we follow Jesus, He saves us from sin and shows us how to live.  
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus taught people how to live God’s way. When we follow Jesus, He helps us live in a way that makes God happy.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus taught how people live in God’s kingdom. Jesus came to save His people from sin and change how they live. When people follow Jesus, He changes their hearts so they can live in a way that honors Him.
  • Kids: Jesus taught how people in His kingdom have hearts that love God and love others. But because of sin, no one always does what is right and good. When we trust in Jesus, God forgives our sin and changes our hearts so we can live in ways that glorify Him.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Older Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom. He taught that all Scripture is about Him.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Shine your light so others see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Younger Preschool: Shine your light before others so they see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Older Preschool: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16
  • Kids: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

** Next week: John the Baptist in Prison (Matthew 11; 14; Mark 6; Luke 3; 7)

]]> Look back: Look back over Psalm 78 and remember don’t resist the shepherding hand of God.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 79. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How do you think from a gospel perspective about your "former iniquities" (verse 8)? How does the Lord?

Pray: Ask the Lord to reveal sin in your life that you might confess and turn from it. 

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

The King in All His Beauty: Isaiah 33:17, Matthew 27:28-29, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Hebrews 7:27-28, Revelation 5:9-14, 7:9-12, 14:6-7

Jesus Strong and Kind: Psalm 27:1, Luke 19:10, John 4:13-14, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10, 1 Peter 2:24

All I Have is Christ: Isaiah 53:4-6, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:1-3, Philippians 1:20-21, Colossians 3:1-4, 1 Corinthians 15:10, 1 John 4:19, 1 Peter 2:24

Man of Sorrows! What a Name: Isaiah 53, Matthew 27, Mark 15, John 1:29, Romans 5:6-8, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 1:7, Colossians 1:14, Revelation 5:6

Christ is Mine Forevermore: Psalm 34:18, 103:8-12, 139:16, Matthew 6:19-21, 13:44, Romans 8:28-38, Philippians 4:7, Hebrews 11:13, 1 Peter 2:11, Revelation 21:2, 22:5

Monthly Missions Focus: Theme Park chaplaincy

Catechize: New City Catechism #10 (no new question this week)

From July 26: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus taught about God’s kingdom.
  • Kids: Jesus taught how people in God’s kingdom live.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: When we follow Jesus, He saves us from sin and shows us how to live.  
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus taught people how to live God’s way. When we follow Jesus, He helps us live in a way that makes God happy.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus taught how people live in God’s kingdom. Jesus came to save His people from sin and change how they live. When people follow Jesus, He changes their hearts so they can live in a way that honors Him.
  • Kids: Jesus taught how people in His kingdom have hearts that love God and love others. But because of sin, no one always does what is right and good. When we trust in Jesus, God forgives our sin and changes our hearts so we can live in ways that glorify Him.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Older Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom. He taught that all Scripture is about Him.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Shine your light so others see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Younger Preschool: Shine your light before others so they see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Older Preschool: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16
  • Kids: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

** Next week: John the Baptist in Prison (Matthew 11; 14; Mark 6; Luke 3; 7)

]]> This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_680 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_680#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 12:49:13 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_680 Look back: Look back over Psalm 77 and remember God is leading us through sorrow to be more like Christ. 

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 78. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How often do you and your family reflect on God's past works and future promises together?

Pray: Ask the Lord to help you lead your family in the worship of God and commitment to his Word. 

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Oh What High and Holy Privilege: Psalm 66, Matthew 18, Matthew 28, Luke 24, Romans 6, 2 Corinthians 13, Philippians 4, Hebrews 4, Hebrews 10, 1 John 1, Revelation 22

Ancient of Days: Daniel 7, Matthew 26:63-64, 28:18-20

I Need Thee Every Hour: Psalm 25:4-5, Psalm 73:28, Psalm 86:3, Lamentations 3:22-23, John 14:26, John 15:5, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:6-7, Hebrews 4:16, James 4:8

See the Destined Day Arise: Isaiah 53, Acts 2:23, Galatians 3:13, Revelation 5:13

Doxology: Psalm 148:1-5, Matthew 28:19, James 1:17

Monthly Missions Focus: Himalayan region

Catechize: New City Catechism #10

From July 19: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus rules over all.
  • Kids: Jesus rules over all.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus died to show God’s love and came back to life to rescue sinners.
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus taught people that God’s rules are good. Jesus is in charge of everything. One day, Jesus would die and come back to life to save us.
  • Older Preschool: We sin, but Jesus obeyed all of God's rules perfectly. Because of this, Jesus' death on the cross and resurrection will save us from sin if we repent and believe in Him.
  • Kids: Jesus showed that God gives us commands to help us, not to hurt us. Jesus rules over all. Jesus died on the cross and rose again to show God’s love and do good by rescuing sinners.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Older Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom. He taught that all Scripture is about Him.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Shine your light so others see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Younger Preschool: Shine your light before others so they see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Older Preschool: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16
  • Kids: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

** Next week: Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7; Luke 6)

 

]]> Look back: Look back over Psalm 77 and remember God is leading us through sorrow to be more like Christ. 

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 78. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: How often do you and your family reflect on God's past works and future promises together?

Pray: Ask the Lord to help you lead your family in the worship of God and commitment to his Word. 

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Oh What High and Holy Privilege: Psalm 66, Matthew 18, Matthew 28, Luke 24, Romans 6, 2 Corinthians 13, Philippians 4, Hebrews 4, Hebrews 10, 1 John 1, Revelation 22

Ancient of Days: Daniel 7, Matthew 26:63-64, 28:18-20

I Need Thee Every Hour: Psalm 25:4-5, Psalm 73:28, Psalm 86:3, Lamentations 3:22-23, John 14:26, John 15:5, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Philippians 4:6-7, Hebrews 4:16, James 4:8

See the Destined Day Arise: Isaiah 53, Acts 2:23, Galatians 3:13, Revelation 5:13

Doxology: Psalm 148:1-5, Matthew 28:19, James 1:17

Monthly Missions Focus: Himalayan region

Catechize: New City Catechism #10

From July 19: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus rules over all.
  • Kids: Jesus rules over all.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus died to show God’s love and came back to life to rescue sinners.
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus taught people that God’s rules are good. Jesus is in charge of everything. One day, Jesus would die and come back to life to save us.
  • Older Preschool: We sin, but Jesus obeyed all of God's rules perfectly. Because of this, Jesus' death on the cross and resurrection will save us from sin if we repent and believe in Him.
  • Kids: Jesus showed that God gives us commands to help us, not to hurt us. Jesus rules over all. Jesus died on the cross and rose again to show God’s love and do good by rescuing sinners.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Older Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom. He taught that all Scripture is about Him.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Shine your light so others see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Younger Preschool: Shine your light before others so they see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Older Preschool: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16
  • Kids: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

** Next week: Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7; Luke 6)

 

]]> This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_677 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_677#comments Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:04:12 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_677 Look back: Look back over Psalm 76 and remember the fear of the Lord leads to peace, is shaped by knowledge of God, and draws us into worship of God.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 77. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: What is troubling you today and how is that reflected in your prayer life?

Pray: Cast "all your anxities on the Lord" in prayer because "he cares for you."

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

O God of Mercy Hear Our Plea: Psalm 13, Psalm 44, 130:1, Romans 8:22-23

Lord From Sorrows Deep I Call: Psalm 42-43

Dear Refuge of My Weary Soul: Psalm 34:18, 46:1-3, 139:1-2, Lamentations 3:22-24, Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 4:16

Afflicted Saint, to Christ Draw Near: Deut. 33:25, Psalm 34:17-18, 1 Cor. 10:13, 2 Cor. 4:8-14, 12:9, Phil. 4:13, 1 Peter 4:12-13

Whate’er My God Ordains is Right: Psalm 23, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Monthly Missions Focus: Himalayan region

Catechize: New City Catechism #9

From July 12: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus chose twelve men to follow Him. 
  • Kids: Jesus invited twelve men to follow Him as disciples.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus calls people to love Him, turn from sin, and trust and follow Him.  
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus still calls people to follow Him. He wants us to stop doing wrong things and trust in Him.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus chose the disciples and still calls people to follow Him. Jesus wants us to turn from our sins and trust in Him as Lord and Savior.
  • Kids: Jesus chose the disciples and still calls people to follow Him today. He invites all people to turn from their sins and trust in Him as Lord and Savior.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Older Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom. He taught that all Scripture is about Him.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Shine your light so others see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Younger Preschool: Shine your light before others so they see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Older Preschool: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16
  • Kids: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

** Next week: The Lord of the Sabbath (Matthew 12; Mark 2-3; Luke 6)

 

]]> Look back: Look back over Psalm 76 and remember the fear of the Lord leads to peace, is shaped by knowledge of God, and draws us into worship of God.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 77. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: What is troubling you today and how is that reflected in your prayer life?

Pray: Cast "all your anxities on the Lord" in prayer because "he cares for you."

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

O God of Mercy Hear Our Plea: Psalm 13, Psalm 44, 130:1, Romans 8:22-23

Lord From Sorrows Deep I Call: Psalm 42-43

Dear Refuge of My Weary Soul: Psalm 34:18, 46:1-3, 139:1-2, Lamentations 3:22-24, Matthew 11:28-30, Hebrews 4:16

Afflicted Saint, to Christ Draw Near: Deut. 33:25, Psalm 34:17-18, 1 Cor. 10:13, 2 Cor. 4:8-14, 12:9, Phil. 4:13, 1 Peter 4:12-13

Whate’er My God Ordains is Right: Psalm 23, Proverbs 3:5-6, Isaiah 41:10, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Monthly Missions Focus: Himalayan region

Catechize: New City Catechism #9

From July 12: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus chose twelve men to follow Him. 
  • Kids: Jesus invited twelve men to follow Him as disciples.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus calls people to love Him, turn from sin, and trust and follow Him.  
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus still calls people to follow Him. He wants us to stop doing wrong things and trust in Him.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus chose the disciples and still calls people to follow Him. Jesus wants us to turn from our sins and trust in Him as Lord and Savior.
  • Kids: Jesus chose the disciples and still calls people to follow Him today. He invites all people to turn from their sins and trust in Him as Lord and Savior.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Older Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom. He taught that all Scripture is about Him.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Shine your light so others see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Younger Preschool: Shine your light before others so they see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Older Preschool: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16
  • Kids: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

** Next week: The Lord of the Sabbath (Matthew 12; Mark 2-3; Luke 6)

 

]]> This Week in Family Worship https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_675 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_675#comments Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:17:05 -0400 https://www.emmanueltuscaloosa.org/blog/post/this-week-in-family-worship_675 Look back: Look back over Psalm 75 and remember God is going to judge the wicked.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 76. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: What do you think of when you hear "the fear of God"? Does that describe you?

Pray: Pray that you would have the right kind of godly, reverent fear of God that honors him and walks in joyful obedience.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Come Praise and Glorify: Ephesians 1:3-14

Here is Love: Psalm 85, 103, Matthew 28, John 3, 15, Acts 3 Romans 1, 3, 5, Ephesians 1, Colossians 1, 1 Peter 1, Revelation 1

Come O Sinner: Matthew 27:29, Romans 3:23-26, Romans 5:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:13, Hebrews 2:14

Blessed Assurance: Psalm 34:1, John 3:5, Romans 8:16-17, Ephesians 1:14, Hebrews 10:22

Come to Jesus (Rest in Him): Matthew 11:28-30, John 10:14-18 James 5:11

Monthly Missions Focus: Himalayan region

Catechize: New City Catechism #8

From July 5: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus showed His power by forgiving sin. 
  • Kids: Jesus showed His power by forgiving sin.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus can forgive sins and heal people because Jesus is God. 
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus helped a man who could not walk. Jesus also forgave the man’s sins. Jesus can do this because Jesus is God.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus showed His power by forgiving sin and healing the man who could not walk. Jesus can forgive sins and heal people because Jesus is God.
  • Kids: By forgiving the man's sins, Jesus revealed that He is God. Jesus has power to heal and forgive. Only through faith in Jesus can people be saved from their sins.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Older Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom. He taught that all Scripture is about Him.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Shine your light so others see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Younger Preschool: Shine your light before others so they see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Older Preschool: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16
  • Kids: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

** Next week: John Chose Disciples (Mark 2-3; Luke 6)

 

]]> Look back: Look back over Psalm 75 and remember God is going to judge the wicked.

Look ahead: This coming Sunday, we will be in Psalm 76. Read it during the week with your family. 

Ask: What do you think of when you hear "the fear of God"? Does that describe you?

Pray: Pray that you would have the right kind of godly, reverent fear of God that honors him and walks in joyful obedience.

Sing: Visit the blog for this week's music. You can also find our music playlists on Spotify.

SCRIPTURE GUIDE FOR MUSIC:

You can read some or all these passages in conjunction with the songs during family worship. You might consider doing one song per day, Monday-Friday.

Come Praise and Glorify: Ephesians 1:3-14

Here is Love: Psalm 85, 103, Matthew 28, John 3, 15, Acts 3 Romans 1, 3, 5, Ephesians 1, Colossians 1, 1 Peter 1, Revelation 1

Come O Sinner: Matthew 27:29, Romans 3:23-26, Romans 5:8-9, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:13, Hebrews 2:14

Blessed Assurance: Psalm 34:1, John 3:5, Romans 8:16-17, Ephesians 1:14, Hebrews 10:22

Come to Jesus (Rest in Him): Matthew 11:28-30, John 10:14-18 James 5:11

Monthly Missions Focus: Himalayan region

Catechize: New City Catechism #8

From July 5: 

STORY POINT

This is the main point to emphasize from today’s Bible story.

  • Preschool: Jesus showed His power by forgiving sin. 
  • Kids: Jesus showed His power by forgiving sin.

CHRIST CONNECTION

This is the big idea of how this week’s Bible story points to Jesus.

  • Babies & Toddlers: Jesus can forgive sins and heal people because Jesus is God. 
  • Younger Preschool: Jesus helped a man who could not walk. Jesus also forgave the man’s sins. Jesus can do this because Jesus is God.
  • Older Preschool: Jesus showed His power by forgiving sin and healing the man who could not walk. Jesus can forgive sins and heal people because Jesus is God.
  • Kids: By forgiving the man's sins, Jesus revealed that He is God. Jesus has power to heal and forgive. Only through faith in Jesus can people be saved from their sins.

BIG PICTURE QUESTION & ANSWER

This is an important biblical truth that your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Younger Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Older Preschool: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom.
  • Kids: What did Jesus teach when He was on earth? Jesus taught about God and His kingdom. He taught that all Scripture is about Him.

KEY PASSAGE

This is a Bible verse that relates to what your child will encounter each week of this unit. 

  • Babies & Toddlers: Shine your light so others see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Younger Preschool: Shine your light before others so they see your good works and give glory to God. Matthew 5:16
  • Older Preschool: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16
  • Kids: "Let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven." Matthew 5:16

** Next week: John Chose Disciples (Mark 2-3; Luke 6)

 

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