Immanuel

Immanuel Immanuel Lutheran Church is located in the heart of the Tonawandas.

06/24/2026

Daily Devotion
Wednesday 6/24/26
Walk By Faith, Not By Sight
Read Genesis 41:14-44

The Bible is relevant for every situation. Although the details of our circumstances are often very different from those of the men and women in Scripture, God’s Word still applies.

Let’s continue to look at Joseph. When Potiphar’s wife attempted to seduce Joseph, he refused, saying he would not sin against God (Genesis 39:9). The young man’s faith was strong, which helped him place loyalty to the Lord above all.

Second, the Lord’s presence meant that Joseph prospered right where he was—as a slave and a prisoner. Those in charge recognized that God’s favor was upon Joseph. So they gave him great responsibility and authority (Genesis 39:3-4; Genesis 39:21-22).

Third, during times of suffering, Joseph gained invaluable lessons that prepared him for the future. He learned the details of Egyptian culture, ways to handle responsibility, and the importance of keeping God first. An additional blessing was the opportunity to be a witness to the Lord’s power (41:16).

By relying on the Lord as Joseph did, our faith will grow strong. When we give God His rightful place as Lord over our life, His presence will strengthen us to resist temptation. Then we too will be equipped to do kingdom work and ready to proclaim His greatness to those around us.

06/23/2026

Daily Devotion
Tuesday 6/23/26
Love Your Neighbor As Yourself
Read Genesis 39:1-23

As Christians, we have a heavenly Father who promises to be with us in our struggles and is completely reliable. He knows what will happen before we do; nothing is hidden from His sight (Hebrews 4:13). God sees in the darkness of troubled times as clearly as in the daylight (Psalms 139:11-12). Through His Spirit, He offers us the comfort, strength, and wisdom to persevere.

The story of Joseph vividly illustrates this truth. After being sold into slavery by his brothers, he was falsely accused by his master’s wife and imprisoned. But in the midst of those terrible times, the young man experienced God’s presence and favor.

Joseph probably did not fully comprehend the Lord’s intentions. But later, as second-in-command to Pharaoh, he understood God’s purpose in allowing those difficult years. In the end, Joseph testified to what he knew to be true: His brothers had meant to harm him, but God used all the hardship to accomplish His good plan (Genesis 45:4-8; Genesis 50:20).

When troubles hit, remember what is true and take heart. The indwelling Holy Spirit has the resources to provide what we need, equip us for any challenge, and sustain us with His presence throughout the dark days. Nothing can stop the purposes of our Lord from being carried out (Isaiah 14:27).

06/22/2026

Daily Devotion
Monday 6/22/26
Love your neighbor as yourself
Read Colossians 3:23-24
In His Word, God commands us to serve one another (Galatians 5:13). However, in life there will inevitably be people and situations that make this calling a challenge.
Thankfully, a biblically based understanding of service can help us obey the Lord’s instruction no matter who the recipient is or how problematic things can get. The reason? God is actually the One whom we serve.
When we have this motivation underlying everything we do, it will impact the quality of our work and keep us from becoming discouraged. Then, whatever our task—whether we drive a truck, lead a company, or teach children—if our goal is to glorify God, we will do our best in His strength. And we can trust Him to use us for His purposes, even if our labor might appear fruitless to us or to others.
Whomever the Lord calls us to serve and whatever He tells us to do, we can obey with joyful hearts when it’s done for Him. If this is our motivation, we won’t need worldly approval or evidence of impact. The only thing we need to know is that our heavenly Father is pleased and promises to reward those who serve wholeheartedly (Ephesians 6:7-8).

06/21/2026

Immanuel Lutheran Tonawanda
Fourth Sunday After Pentecost
Rev Michael Dobler Pastor
www.ilctny.org

06/18/2026

Daily Devotion
Thursday 6/18/26
Pray Constantly Let God Worry
Read Luke 11:1-4
After hearing the Lord pray, the disciples recognized they had much to learn about communicating with the Father. So they asked Jesus to teach them. With the Lord as our role model, we can try to motivate our loved ones to develop a prayer life that will endure. Since an example can be even more effective than an explanation, it’s beneficial for them to see and hear us as we talk intimately with God.
When we bring our concerns to the Lord, our family and friends will see how He answers prayers. They’ll also recognize that He’s our provider, protector, and guide. Learning how God responds to our requests can encourage people to take their concerns to Him as well (Philippians 4:6-7).
Fellow believers also need to understand that prayer is not just a list of requests. Rather, it’s a conversation that builds a relationship with the Lord. When they hear us praise and exalt Him, they’ll realize praying should be God-focused rather than self-focused. And as they observe us reading the Bible and letting it guide our requests, they’ll learn to pray according to God’s will.
Sometimes prayer can be challenging, but remain committed. Never forget that you can influence others through your example of faithful prayer.

06/17/2026

Daily Devotion
Wednesday 6/17/26
Pray constantly Let God worry
Read 1 John 3:1-3

Do you ever struggle to embrace the pure love of God? What might prevent a believer from accepting this wonderful blessing?

Our own relationships. Ironically, the way we love each other can distort how we perceive the heavenly Father’s love. As imperfect people, we exhibit imperfect love.

Guilt. Our remorse over sinful behavior might convince us that we are unworthy of God’s love. However, we have the assurance of Scripture that our Father loves us completely.

Legalism. Many people view the Bible as a rule book. However, God gave us His Word for instruction and inspiration, not as a measuring stick by which He distributes love or punishment.

Misinterpretation of divine discipline. God is a trustworthy and caring Father; His discipline and love are intimately connected (Hebrews 12:5-6). He corrects our behavior when necessary for our benefit, not as a form of punishment. Jesus already redeemed us from our sin; God doesn’t continue to hold anything over our head.

Is something in your life preventing you from fully experiencing the joy and exhilaration of God’s unconditional love? If so, lay it down before Him today and receive the amazing grace He so freely offers to His beloved ones.

06/16/2026

Daily Devotion
Tuesday 6/16/26
The kingdom of Heaven is at hand
Read Romans 5:6-8
New believers may find it difficult to accept that God loves them just as they are. After all, much of the world operates by conditional love, which offers approval and acceptance on the basis of performance. So when we first come to Christ, there is often a natural tendency to assume we must strive to “earn” blessings.
Divine love can never be gained by human effort. There’s nothing we can do to make our Father love us more. Nor can we do anything to make Him stop loving us (Romans 8:38-39).
No matter what has occurred in your past or what you’re struggling with right now, God’s love is freely given to you. Our heavenly Father pours His love upon us without exception. It’s not as if He postponed loving you until the moment you invited Him into your life. In truth, the Lord never began to love you at all; He always has. From the creation of the world, God knew you and loved you (Psalms 139:13-16; Ephesians 1:4-5).
Rejoice in the Father’s love. Experience His peace instead of focusing only on what-ifs, and embrace a life characterized by purpose rather than fear. It’s available as soon as you prayerfully open your arms to His unconditional love.

06/15/2026

Daily Devotion
Monday 6/15/26
The harvest is plenty, the laborers are few
Read Galatians 1:11-17
A change in both lifestyle and understanding should result from salvation (Romans 12:2). Shortly after encountering Jesus on the road to Damascus, Paul pulled away to Arabia for a time. Before he could start his ministry, he needed to learn from the Lord. Similarly, new believers coming into faith need to understand what salvation really means. Let’s look at some terms that help explain what is meant by “being saved”:
Born again (John 3:3; 2 Corinthians 5:17). Rebirth is a starting over. We become new creations in Christ, with new spiritual life and identity.
Converted (1 Thessalonians 1:9). Converting something means changing it, like money that’s exchanged from one currency to another. The Christian life involves many different changes.
Receiving Christ (John 1:12). We often think of salvation as something God gives us, but it is more than that. When someone trusts in Christ, that person welcomes the Lord to live within his or her being.
Think about how you thought and lived before you knew the Savior, as compared with now. In what ways do you see genuine change? Ask God to reveal areas in your life where Christ could become more evident.

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Tonawanda, NY
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