Kevin Carter reflects on Mary Baker’s martyrdom and Immanuel’s enduring legacy of missions. From Richmond to the nations, our church’s heartbeat for missions runs deep—the courageous witness of missionaries like Mary Baker continues to fuel our call to go.
Wow! There is nothing like hearing Thomas Smoak share about this weekend’s missions conference from the very spot in which he began his walk with Jesus! Hear more and get excited for this weekend! FIRST SESSION: Missions Movie and Pizza Night in the Fellowship Hall tomorrow (Saturday) night at 5:30 PM!
\Chaplain Cam Abell honoring Deputy Gibbs, and all who serve.
God redeemed you for good! What good work has He called you to do? We look forward to Sunday as Pastor Michael begins a new series in the book of Titus: Good Lives for Good Works.
What does the imagery of a yoke suggest? What human relationships should be governed by this “Do not be yoked” command?According to 2 Corinthians 6:16, what are the promises God makes to his people? How is God ever-present in your life?Since the Church is the “temple of the living God,” what behaviors set it apart?What are the two sides of biblical separation? What are Christians separated from and what are they separated unto?
APPLICATION QUESTIONS:• What signs of self-centeredness appear in Haman? • What signs of self-centeredness are troublesome for you?• How is the king’s sleepless night woven into God’s providence?• Does timing factor into your decision-making? How does timing reveal God’s purposes in Esther 5-6?• How do you react to honor delayed (Mordecai) or honor given to another (Haman)?
God delights to hear and answer prayer—and He is able to humble the proud and exalt the humble. Therefore, the church must pray, especially for leaders!
God delights in using ordinary people for extraordinary purposes. From 1 Thessalonians 2, we’re reminded to overcome fear and share Christ with confidence, conviction, concern, and consistency. Ask God to make His Word real in your life and give you courage to speak up for Christ wherever He places you.
Welcome to Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia!Today's Message: From Rebuilding to Restoring (Nehemiah 7) with Pastor Jordan FanaraIf you’re new to Immanuel, please take a moment to tell us about yourself through our online connect card.We would love to connect with you this week!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/connect-cardYou can also download our Free app — which makes learning more or watching services even easier.» https://subsplash.com/immanuelbaptist/appIf you would like to join a Community Group, meeting twice a month in homes throughout metro Richmond, visit:» https://immanuelbaptist.org/community-groupsYou can learn more about us anytime at: http://immanuelbaptist.org/Giving remains available online. Thank you for your faithfulness, church family!» https://immanuelbaptist.org/give