Living Love: Recent Episodes
Immanuel Baptist Church of Benton, IL
A new series that focuses on our Next Steps as followers of Jesus. In this episode, we think about our motivation, mission, and vision for Immanuel.
In Part 3 of this series, Pastor Kirk talks about how Jesus' plan of making disciples is perfect; it involves each one of us to disciple others.
In Part 2 of this series, Pastor Kirk talks about how discipleship makes an impact on us, both privately and publicly.
Many churches have a mission statement, something that they are trying to accomplish. Pastor Kirk explains, from Matthew 28:16-20, that Jesus' mission for His church and for everyone who follows Him is to "Make Disciples."
Pastor Kirk takes a look a Lamentations 3:22-24. God's faithfulness never stops, it reveals His mercy, and He provides all of the hope we need.
Do you have a moment when you met Jesus? Pastor Roger continues our study through the Gospel of John and takes a look at the response of a woman who met Jesus for the first time.
Pastor Roger continues a series on the book of John and explains the contrast between spiritual light and darkness.
Do you ever wonder about Heaven? Jesus described heavenly things while He was on Earth. Pastor Roger continues to explore the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus.
Can you really be good enough to spend eternity in Heaven? Pastor Roger explores this question with an interaction between Jesus and Nicodemus, a wealthy Pharisee.
The power of Jesus' resurrection is the same power that raised Lazarus and the same power that frees us from our sins and eternal separation from God!
Pastor Roger takes a look at a passage of a woman who humbly gave all that she had, a reminder for us of how Jesus humbly gave everything for us.
Pastor Roger takes a look at Jesus' interaction with the money-changers in the temple and how this passage helps us better understand how we should understand and practice corporate worship.
Pastor Roger explores Jesus' first miracle, turning the water into wine. Jesus' miracles pointed to the ultimate miracle that continues to have an eternal impact on mankind.
Nathaniel was amazed when he met Jesus. Jesus told him that he would see greater things when following Him. Following Jesus is the only way for us to encounter the greater things of God!
Sharing the Gospel can be intimidating for many, yet, Jesus wants all believers to share the good news. He wants us to invite others to "Come and See" what He has to offer!
Do you have family, friends, or co-workers that don't know Jesus? Jesus gives us the amazing privilege to extend the invitation of faith to others.
Have you had a 4 o'clock moment? Jesus and invites you to "come and see." He invites you follow Him.
As we take a look at a famous parable of Jesus, Pastor Casey explains how Jesus was teaching us what it really looks like to show mercy, even toward those that are different than us.
John the Baptist provided an example for us on how to bear witness of the Lamb and Son of God.
Pastor Roger examines the first chapter of the Gospel of John and how Jesus is the Light in a world of darkness.
As we begin a new year, Pastor Roger explains how the time of Passover was a time to reflect back on how God has blessed as well as a time to look forward toward new beginnings.
Pastor Roger explores Luke's account of the Christmas story, explaining how God desires that families accept a responsibility to share the greatest Gift of all!
It's the time of year when "giving" is a common theme. The Christmas story is really all about giving! Pastor Roger examines this final passage in our study through Philippians and explores the reason behind giving.
Pastor Roger explores the idea of contentment and explains the relationship between being content and being aware of the contents of our lives.
As American believers in Jesus, we hold a dual citizenship: a temporary citizenship in the U.S. and an eternal citizenship in Heaven. Pastor Roger explains how we can serve as a heavenly outpost on the earth.
Pastor Roger examines how we become spiritually mature by having victory over the past and pressing on toward the future.
One of the biggest reasons why young people leave the Christian faith or don't want to have anything to do with it is because of the Christian hypocrisy that they both see and hear. In the final session of our series, Pastor Ryan explains that one of the most important ways a parent or grandparent can train and instruct their kids is by modeling their faith in Jesus.
Do you have a confidence or an assurance about your salvation in Christ? Pastor Roger explains that the starting point of true joy and peace comes from knowing Christ personally.
In session 5 of our series, Pastor Ryan explores the practical parenting discipline of "Family Worship." Worship is so much more than music! We have a foundational opportunity, as parents and grandparents, to help develop an authentic devotion to Jesus through worshipping together as a family.
Pastor Casey explores the world of the Apostle Paul and Timothy. Despite the twisted culture in which they lived, Paul encouraged Timothy to be committed to the ministry of the gospel.
In the fourth session of this study, Pastor Ryan explains how our time is of the essence with our kids. We train and instruct our kids by having quality and intentional family time.
Pastor Roger continues his sermon series in the letter to the Philippians and explains how we can follow the example of some men who said, "Yes!"
In Week 3 of "Parenting in a Post-Christian Culture," Pastor Ryan explains the principle of "Aware." Disciple Making Parents must be aware of what is going on in culture. What are the things we should be looking for? WARNING: Some of the content in this session discusses explicit material.
In Week 2 of "Parenting in a Post-Christian Culture," Pastor Ryan explains the principle of "Study" and how parents can use the hermeneutical process to help them both understand the Bible better and how to apply it to their lives. In doing so, parents will be equipped to answer tough questions that their kids may have about life and culture.
Pastor Roger explores how Paul encouraged the Philippians to keep shining in the darkness.
In this teaching series, Pastor Ryan discusses 6 practical disciplines that every Christian parent needs to practice to help their kids and teens come to faith in Jesus and develop a deep, long-lasting relationship with Him.
Pastor Roger explains the struggles some churches have in remaining unified and how we can learn from the letter to the Philippian church.
Pastor Roger explains that we can stand firm because of the power of the resurrection of Jesus.
The issue of life and death can be a difficult reality for many. Pastor Roger encourages us to adopt the Apostle Paul's view of life and death.
The Gospel changes everything. Paul, despite his circumstances, was eager to share the Good News of Jesus.
We all need to grow in our love for others. Pastor Roger sheds some light on Paul's encouragement to the church at Philippi.
Pastor Roger takes a look at Paul's letter to Philippi to understand that joy, peace, and thankfulness are possible in any circumstance.
Pastor Roger shares how we must be thankful for the work that God has done, and continues to do, in us.
Pastor Roger explains the last two verses in the Bible and how the grace of Jesus Christ change us.
Pastor Roger gives us a reminder of follow Jesus' new command to love others as He loved us.
Pastor Roger explains how we can learn from Abram's example to be willing to obey God in every way.
Pastor Roger takes a look at Paul's letter to the church at Rome. What does it really look like for us to present our "bodies as a living sacrifice?"
Pastor Ryan considers a popular phrase out of the Preamble of the Declaration of Independence and how this American idea of "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness," is misunderstood and misused today. Psalm 33 shows us how true life, liberty, and happiness only comes from the Lord.
Pastor Ryan explores the Apostle Paul's answer, in Romans 3, to an important apologetic question that is still on the minds of many today.
Pastor Greg explores Hebrews 1 and how God always displays His goodness; it's in His nature.
Pastor Roger shares how the Greatest Commandment should steer us in the right direction.