Merger Announcement: Expansion of Worldwide Education Ministry
This week’s newsletter is highlighting the expansion of Immanuel Baptist Church’s education footprint. Today, through various channels, Independent Baptist Online College has announced that it has placed itself under the ministry of the Immanuel Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida…
Camp Scholarship Established To Benefit the Next Generation
Camp New Beginnings, our camp ministry at Immanuel Baptist Church, has announced a new scholarship that will enable more campers to attend summer camp. While the cost of operating a camp has risen in recent years, the lasting effect that a week at camp can have on a young person’s life is immeasurable.
Good Neighbor Initiative Launched
This past Sunday, the Immanuel Baptist Church launched its Good Neighbor Initiative, which aims to recognize those in our local community who exhibit the qualities of a good neighbor. The Good Neighbor Initiative enables…
Others Sunday Keeps the Focus
Yesterday, Immanuel Baptist Church concluded the last of several special Sundays with Others Sunday. This Sunday, with the focus being on ministering to others, was…
Preparing for the Days Ahead
“For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand.” – II Timothy 4:6
Paul was aware of what was going to happen in the days to come. He saw the signs everywhere. We know someone is a prophet because that person can tell us what is going to happen even before it does…
Bible Scholar Has Not Read His Bible
A so-called evangelical Bible scholar caused controversy when he declared that he did not think nails were used in Christ’s crucifixion. The problem regarding the opinion of Gordon College professor Jeffrey P. Arroyo Garcia is that the Bible says otherwise.
Pope Dies at 88
Pope Francis has died. The Vatican announced that he passed at his residence on Monday, April 21. Much will be made of this in the coming days. Here are some facts to consider:
Lessons from Jack
My son, Jackson, just recently crossed the one-year mark. What an exciting, exhausting, and informative year it has been! It is safe to say his mother and I have learned much from watching our first child grow…
Because He Lives
This weekend, we will celebrate Christ’s resurrection on Easter Sunday. Unfortunately, the world and false religions have distorted the truths surrounding this event. Satan loves when biblical facts become twisted into falsehoods to deceive and confuse the lost. It is vital that we, as the saved, understand the truths of what was done for mankind by Jesus, from the Cross to the empty tomb. For this week’s One More Thing…, here are a few things to consider as we remember and celebrate this Resurrection Sunday:
The Career Grand Slam
While I enjoyed watching golf recently, I considered the following question: How many Christians have won not just a “Major tournament” but have completed a “career Grand Slam?” This may sound like an odd question, but let me explain the context…