Immanuel Truro: Recent Episodes
Immanuel Baptist Church, Truro, NS
Pastor Michael shares three big ideas to help married couples prevent sexual sin and temptation from wreaking havoc in their relationship.
Pastor Michael in conversation with Immanuel’s church Librarian, Janessa Driedger. They discuss the new book "Tell Her Story" by Nijay Gupta and others that may be helpful for people exploring the question of whether or not women are permitted Biblically to lead / pastor the church, and share their own journeys on the topic.
Joy Lan is new to Canada and a newcomer to our church family. We hope you’re encouraged by Joy’s story of coming to faith in Christ in China and experiencing His love at Immanuel.
Three views of the nature of Hell are introduced and explored:
1. Eternal Conscious Torment / Traditionalism
2. Universalism
3. Annihiliationism / Conditional Immortality / Terminal Punishment
Each view can be defended Biblically, but why does Pastor Michael think the third view may have the strongest Biblical case?
What will "Heaven on Earth" be like when all is said and done? A place of perfect peace, total holiness, and absolute beauty. The meaning behind the symbolic depictions of Revelation 21 & 22 is explored.
Jesus' coming judgment is a necessary part of His good and beautiful plan to completely eradicate all trace of sin and evil from Creation.
Rev. Michael Fredericks Immanuel Baptist Church, Truro, NS November 6, 2022 hereafter part 5: Wheat and Weeds: The Judgment of the World. Matthew 13.
When Christ returns, the first thing that will happen is the resurrection of the dead. What does the Bible have to say about this moment? Is 1 Thessalonians 4 describing the rapture or a welcoming party to receive Jesus to the earth? What will our new bodies be like in eternity?
Jesus is coming back - what does it mean to be ready? Can we know when it will take place? Is the popular idea of "the rapture of the church" even in the Bible? Pastor Michael surveys what the New Testament has to say about the future return of Jesus.
Pastor Michael sits down with Rev. Dr. Danny Zacharias (New Testament professor, Acadia Divinity College) to discuss:
• Origins of the popular ‘futurist’ approach to the book and why it’s not the best way to handle the text.
• How understanding the genres present in the book (letters, apocalyptic, prophecy) help us know how to interpret it correctly.
• The timelessness of Revelation’s message.
• How worship in the midst of great trial is a major feature of the book.
• Why it’s significant that Jesus is presented in Revelation predominantly as a slaughtered lamb.
• The ‘political’ themes in Revelation.
• Recommended resources for further study.
• And more!
For anyone who has been taught that the book of Revelation presents a play by play of yet-to-happen events, this is a must-listen-to podcast!
Isn't the message of Jesus that if we believe in Him we'll go to Heaven when we die? Actually, his message was more about Heaven coming here, and how we can be part of the Kingdom of God on Earth. In this introductory message to his teaching series on the afterlife and future events, Rev. Michael Fredericks helps us understand the grand narrative of Scripture and history, which is necessary to gain a truly Biblical perspective on Heaven and Hell and the future return of Christ.
Rev. Michael Fredericks | Immanuel Baptist Church, Truro NS Canada | October 9, 2022
hereafter: what the Bible says about life after death and what lies ahead
Part One: Between Two Gardens (The History of Heaven)
Pastor Michael breaks down eight common reasons some Christians give for not being baptized. And it's not just about baptism!
Reading Hebrews, we can't miss this mysterious figure called Melchizedek. Is he human? something more? And why does it matter that Jesus is a priest like him?
Are there contradictions in the New Testament accounts of the life of Jesus? Author Greg Monette is our guest as we discuss why the Gospels tell stories differently and why we shouldn't lose sleep over it!
The Bible speaks very favourably about wine! Wine is a blessing from God to be enjoyed. But there are also some warnings. There are at least five times a Christian should not drink alcohol.
In response to a question from his Sabbath sermon, Pastor Michael teaches from Scripture why Christians are no longer obligated to keep any of the Old Covenant commandments (except for the ones Jesus repeated), because we are now under the Law of CHRIST.
Scriptures referenced:
- Jeremiah 31:31-34
- Romans 7:6
- Galatians 3:23-25
- 2 Cor 3:6-11
- Hebrews 8:13
- Hebrews 10:1
- 1 Cor 9:20-21
- Galatians 6:2
- Matthew 22:37-40
- Galatians 5:14
- Colossians 2:16-17
Jesus was in agony and invited his closest friends into his suffering… but they fell asleep.
Despite faltering, Peter demonstrated impressive courage, while eleven other disciples huddled in the boat. Are you a comfort-zone Christian? Is it time to get out of the boat??
Jesus heals Peter’s mother-in-law. Jesus is still performing miracles today. As they did for Peter, they increase our faith.
Dr. Anna Robbins of Acadia Divinity College unintentionally launches our next sermon series, teaching us about Peter’s unexpected call to leave all he knew to follow Jesus.
Four more questions we didn’t have time to answer on Sunday.
(1:09) If Hebrews 8:13 says the law is becoming obsolete, what about what Jesus said in Matthew 5:17-18?
(10:40) Which books didn't make it into the Bible?
(26:45) With the lack of Christian values and morals in our world today, why do we no longer hear preaching / teaching on sin and repentance in our churches?
(38:13) Did Jesus use parables to make it harder for people to understand his message?
Read it with the Holy Spirit, with consistency, and with application in mind… Part 2 of 2
Pastor Michael introduces some basic but important ideas to understand and interpret the Bible accurately. Part 1 of 2.
Imagine finding a treasure chest and never opening it. Here are six reasons why we should read our Bibles in 2020.
Have you ever lost your child in a shopping mall? Well, don’t fret, because even Mary and Joseph lost their son Jesus once. Pastor Michael expounds on Luke 2:41-52 and assures us that it’s okay to not always understand the things of God.
Pastor Michael shares several stories of friends who have received good news. What makes the news of Jesus’ arrival so good?
What’s in a name? The names and titles of the coming baby announced by the angel tell us a lot about who Jesus is and what he was coming to do.
There may be times when God seems silent; it never means God is absent. God broke 400 years of silence when an angel appeared to Zechariah in the temple.
Don’t worry if you don’t feel quite as perfect as the Proverbs 31 Woman! Pastor Hannah unpacks this chapter and concludes our series on Proverbs.
What does it mean to be a person of integrity, and why is it so important for Christians to pursue it?
Join us here at Immanuel this Sunday as Pastor Michael continues our series on Proverbs, resuming where we left off last Sunday in terms of handling our finances well.
God wants you to have financial peace. The book of Proverbs offers us exceptionally practical wisdom for handling money well. Part 1 of 2: Get on a budget and stay out of debt!
We all have a deep longing in our hearts that can only be satisfied with Jesus himself. Why turn to broken cisterns when Jesus says “if anyone is thirsty let him come to me and drink.” ..?
Do you talk too much? Proverbs has a lot to say about how to speak wisely and when to shut your mouth.
God has a heart for the poor and so should we. The book of Proverbs (in fact the whole Bible) repeatedly tells us to show compassion to those less fortunate, and it would be an insult to our God if we do otherwise.
How are you going to spend the limited time you have left on earth? Don’t be lazy! Don’t waste your life! What is a proper theology of work?
The kind of people we choose to surround ourselves with plays a huge role in determining whether or not we will walk with the way of Jesus. How does the book of Proverbs define a wise friend?
Introduction to the new sermon series on Proverbs. The “Fear of the Lord” is the starting point for wise living… what does that mean?
Join us this week at Immanuel as Pastor Michael teaches us from the word of God on how to be better Christians together under Jesus
This week,Pastor Michael reads from the bible, about metaphorical storms and the destruction they leave, in reference to Hurricane Dorian
This week marks Pastor Michael’s first week preaching for us here at Immanuel. Today he teaches us about change, and having things be new, and it’s significance in the Bible.
This week at Immanuel, Hannah gives us a taste of the children’s ministry for VBS, and teaches us that whether fair or unfair, God is still good.
Join us this week for Pastor Mark’s final sermon here at Immanuel, as he reads through Isiah and John’s gospel to teach us about Jesus.
This week, Pastor Mark teaches about a devoted hymn writer: Fanny Crosby and her way of worship, along with other bible stories.
This week at Immanuel Pastor Mark continues to teach us how to be better followers of Christ.
This week at Immanuel, Pastor Mark teaches us about our Lord and how we too can be more like Him.
This week Pastor Mark teaches us how Jesus would build his own church, and how we as his followers can be more like him in this way.
This week, Pastor Mark continues our series about the church, and God’s love for us all. Please enjoy.
This week at Immanuel, Pastor Mark starts us off in a new series in our church. Come join us, won’t you?
Join us here at Immanuel, where Pastor Mark teaches us about prayer in our Life on Mission. Which is also the final week in our series.
Today at Immanuel, Pastor Mark continues our series of Life on Mission, teaching us about our spiritual growth and how God can shape us if we allow him to do so, and how to live a little more like Jesus.
Join us this week as Pastor Mark continues our series of Life on Mission, and how we can share the grace of God, even if we can’t find the words to.
Welcome back to Immanuel. This week, Pastor Mark continues to teach us about Life on Mission, and how we too can be like Jesus in our own Jerusalem, and show the word of God in our community.
Join us as we continue our teachings about serving, sharing and obeying the word of God, told to us by Pastor Mark, here at Immanuel
This week at Immanuel, Pastor Mark teaches us that God left us on Earth for our mission to introduce others to Jesus, by His request.
We take another look into the city of Jerusalem and Nehemiah’s heart breaking for God, as told this week by Pastor Mark.
Sometimes in life, we desire a brand new beginning. The same can be said about our spiritual lives as well. This week at Immanuel, Pastor Mark teaches us about the importance of second chances in the Bible, regarding Jerusalem.
In both Matthew and Luke’s gospel, they talk about their request to Jesus, which was “Teach us how to pray.” We look into this as Pastor Mark teaches us how God stays close to us.
The book of Exodus tells us all about God’s promise to his disciples who had to evacuate Egypt, despite them not wanting to. Pastor Mark helps us find ways to apply this scripture in our own lives at his first teaching here at Immanuel.
The letter of Jude tells us about how we can become better Christians, as told by Pastor Thelma in her last service here at Immanuel.
Sometimes, there are people who are unfortunately granted the words “I’m sorry” when necessary. Today we meditate on the words of Isiah about God’s endless forgiveness.
This Sunday at Immanuel is Testimony Sunday, where Thelma interviews three members of our church family about their testimony with God.
As the fateful day of Christ’s birth draws nearer, we are reminded of the love and eternal joy that His Father brings, which is amplified by Christ himself as we light the candle representing such love.
Luke’s gospel in chapter 1 talks about Mary and her disbelief in carrying baby Jesus. We read these words and discuss as we light the Advent Candle of Joy.
Jerimiah and the Shepards were all shown Jesus’ overwhelming ideology of peace, and today we discuss that ideology as we light the Advent Candle of the same moniker.
Where are we placing our best efforts when it comes to God’s plan for our lives and for our church?
This morning we look at Matthew's call to follow Jesus. Jesus' gift comes to us with no strings attached. We respond out of love.
This morning we look at the story of Gideon. God reduced Gideon's army from 32000 to 300 and then won the victory!
What is our role in God’s world? What is God’s role in our world, not just on this planet, but in our worlds personally? Does the role He wants to have line up with the role we choose to allow Him to have? Give this a listen to hear the answers found when digging into the Bible.
Our Scripture this morning is 2 Chronicles 34:1-7 and John 3:1-17. In our teaching time today we put, side by side, a young boy of
8 (Josiah) and an elderly Pharisee (Nicodemus).
This morning we had Dr. Terry Smith, executive director, Canadian Baptist Ministries as our guest speaker. He concluded our series by teaching on the time of the Lord's favour.
This morning we heard about when Jesus healed a woman who had been unable to stand up straight for 18 years. We learn about how "our little" can become "so much" when surrendered to Him.
This morning we heard about the healing of blind Bartimaeus and the response of the Pharisees.
Today we begin a mini-series from Luke 4:16-21. This morning Thelma spoke about the release of the captives and the healing of the paralytic.
Today Rene Robichaud, our guest speaker from Lewisville Baptist, walks us through Luke 4:16-21.
This week we look at Jesus' return to Nazareth; he went to share a teaching with his own people. We take a look at the anger and rejection he faced, but more importantly, how he wanted to open our minds so we could know there's so much more.
This morning we walk through Matthew 4:1-11 as we look to answer these questions; Why was Jesus tempted? Why did this have to happen? How did Jesus overcome temptation? Can we?
This morning Thelma takes us through Matthew 3 to answer the question "Why was Jesus Baptized?"
This morning Micah spoke about the importance of milestones in our lives and how they mark a change in our lives.
This week Thelma spoke about how a teaching received by pliable hearts are willing to be changed.
This morning Thelma speaks about the importance of the words that we speak but also the words we leave unspoken.
As we celebrate Trinity Sunday, Micah reminds us that God promises hope even in our brokenness.
As we celebrate Pentecost Sunday, Thelma reminds us that God calls us to experience His love and restoration.
This morning Thelma takes us into Mark chapter 3 where we look at who Jesus called a family.
This week we look at God's call to Love our Enemies as he keeps working redemption out in us.
This morning Thelma speaks of the love and forgiveness that Jesus offers us and in that he calls us to a responsibility.
This morning we hear from Thelma about the impact of Easter and what Jesus taught his disciples on the road to Emmaus.
As we wrap up our series on Galatians we our reminded of what it is to live in freedom and how it ultimately means we live in love. We learn about our sphere of influence and how we are to meet people where they are and love on them.
This week we interview Thelma as she starts her ministry with us; and we look at chapter five from the book of Galatians.
This morning Harry Gardner spoke being alert and having confidence in the direction that the Lord is leading you
In week seven of our study of Galatians Tammy walks us through what it means to live free.
In week six of our sermon series Unlocking Freedom, Micah talks about how we are adopted into the family of Christ.
In week five of our sermon series Unlocking Freedom, Micah unpacks the path to freedom and how the law can ultimately point us to Jesus.
In week four of our sermon series Unlocking Freedom Tammy spoke about how when you come to Jesus Himself a miracle happens.