Immanuel Baptist Church in Hannibal Missouri

In the third week of our Systematic Theology series Pastor LeeWood begins to dissect the Doctrine of God, also called Paterology, or Theology Proper. The two primary question we are seeking to answer is: 1) who is God, and 2) what is God like? The main idea from this session is that God's unique nature is wholly foreign to us, but we can still relate to Him. Additional resources can be found a...

In the second week of our Systematic Theology series Pastor LeeWood leads us through a somewhat esoteric session on the Doctrine of the Word. The primary question we are seeking to answer is: how can we truly know God? The main idea from this session is that Scriptures is special revelation from God committed to writing that points to God's redemptive activity. Additional resources can be foun...

In the inaugural session of our new series Pastor LeeWood addresses some introductory matters as we begin discussing Systematic Theology. The main idea from the session is that the presuppositions of a theological discussion determine the faithfulness of that theology. Additional resources can be found at https://www.ibcministries.com/Systematic-Theology Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction and Equipping...

In the final session for our Sermon on the Mount Series, Pastor LeeWood discusses how Jesus concludes the Sermon and how Matthew frames its importance for us . The main idea from this session is that Jesus' climactic act of the Sermon is to go live out its content. Additional resources can be found at https://www.ibcministries.com/Sermon-on-the-Mount Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to Session 1:...

In the penultimate session for our Sermon on the Mount Series, Pastor LeeWood examines the final words of the Sermon from Jesus . The main idea from this session is that Jesus’ final words call us to a radical obedience in keeping with our professions of faith. Additional resources can be found at https://www.ibcministries.com/Sermon-on-the-MountChapters:0:00 - Introduction to Session2:19 - Previo...

In the antepenultimate session from our Sermon on the Mount Series Pastor LeeWood addresses verses 15-23 of Matthew 7. This section is the second of three final illustrations of the binary options presented before us in regards to how we respond to Jesus' invitation to follow Him. The main idea from this session is that Christ calls us to do the will of God in all areas of our lives. Additiona...

In the twelfth week of our Sermon on the mount series Pastor Anthony steps in to teach about the golden rule and two gates. Through the teaching Anthony focuses on Jesus' relationship to the Law, and by extension the Prophets. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount

In the eleventh session of our Sermon on the Mount series Pastor LeeWood continues on in Matthew 7 by looking at verses 7-11. The main idea from this session is that God's goodness is what motivates us towards expectant prayer. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to Session 3:40 - Previous & Current Session Main Idea...

In the tenth session of our Sermon on the Mount series Pastor LeeWood opens Matthew 7 by looking at the first six verses. The main idea from this session is that disciples are to respond with humility, mercy, and forgiveness, not personal condemnation, when making moral judgements. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to Sess...

In the ninth iteration of our Sermon on the Mount series Pastor LeeWood finishes up discussing chapter 6 of Matthew by looking at verses 25-34. The main idea from this session is that We are to trust God to provide for us as we relentlessly pursue His kingdom purposes. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to Session 2:04 - Pr...

In the halfway mark of our Sermon on the Mount series Pastor LeeWood finishes up discussing Jesus' three examples of piety by looking at verses 16-24 of chapter 6. The main idea from this session is that investments in righteousness are either rewarded by others on earth, or by our Father in heaven. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMountChapters:- Intro...

In the seventh week of our Sermon on the Mount study we finally arrive at Matthew chapter 6. By looking at verses 1-15 we will see how Jesus tackles the issues of benevolence and prayer. The main idea from this session is that Jesus examines our intentions as we seek to live faithful lives before God. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount Chapters: 0:00 -...

In the sixth week of our Sermon on the Mount study we close out chapter 5 by examining verses 38-48. The main idea from this session is that Jesus’ commands envision a way of living that avoids evil outcomes and also invites mercy and grace. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to Session 2:34 - Previous Session & Current...

In a special session Pastor LeeWood covers the ground left behind from our normal schedule. Last session was devoted entirely to the topic of divorce, so he comes back around to discuss the topic we delayed until now: oaths. The main idea from this session is that oaths are unnecessary for honest people. Additional resources can be found at https://www.ibcministries.com/Sermon-on-the-Mount Chapter...

In the fifth week of our study Pastor LeeWood calls a bit of an audible. Instead of covering verses 31-37 of Matthew 5 he is only going to cover the verses related to divorce in verses 31-32. This extended discussion about divorce will be more expansive with more time. There will be an additional teaching time to cover the section related to oaths before next week. The main idea from this session...

In the fourth session of our Sermon on the Mount series Pastor LeeWood begins to work through the remainder of Matthew 5 and the examples of greater righteousness that Jesus expects of his followers. The main idea from this session is that we must pursue redemptive living as we combat any sin we encounter in our lives. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount...

In the third session of our Sermon on the Mount series Pastor LeeWood discusses one of the most consequential statements ever made by Jesus in verses 17-20 of Matthew 5. The main idea from this session is that between the disciples and the greater righteousness demanded of them stands the person of Jesus Christ. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount Chapte...

In the second session of our Sermon on the Mount series Pastor LeeWood discusses the second section of the Sermon on the Mount found in verses 13-16 in Matthew 5. The main idea from this session is that Jesus invites all His followers to join Him in His work of redemption. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMountChapters:0:00 - Introduction 3:43 - Previous Se...

In the opening session of our Sermon on the Mount series Pastor LeeWood looks at the first twelve verses of Matthew 5. The main idea from this session is that the Sermon on the Mount helps us realize how we can flourish in a fallen world. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/SermonOnTheMount Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction to Equipping Institute 9:00 - Current Session Main...

In the final session of our Apologetics series Pastor LeeWood closes out our study by giving practical tips on how to make the most of our conversations surrounding the Gospel. The main idea from this session is that the power of the Gospel is in the message, not the messenger or the presentation. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/Apologetics Chapters: Introduction Cur...

In the second part of our discussion of the Problem of Evil Pastor LeeWood is essentially answering the question: Is God the Author of Evil? The main idea from this session is that as Christians, we are always constrained by the clear teachings of Scripture. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/Apologetics Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 4:47 - Current Session Main Idea 13:...

In the sixth session of our Apologetics study Pastor LeeWood begins a two week discussion about the Problem of Evil. In this session we talk about how any discussion about evil in the world must be done with compassion and sympathy. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/Apologetics Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 6:14 - Current Session Main Idea 8:27 - The Logical Problem of...

In the fifth session of our Apologetics study Pastor LeeWood begins returns from our break to discuss a fundamental issue: What is the basis of human morality? Through this session LeeWood discusses how there is no basis for human morality without a self-revelatory God. Additional resources can be found at https://ibcministries.com/Apologetics Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 11:23 - Current Session...

In the fourth session of our Apologetics study Pastor LeeWood begins to broaden the conversation to a likely question that many Christians will be asked: how can you be sure that God is real? In this session we will discuss multiple arguments for the existence of God. The main idea from this session is that philosophical arguments for the existence of God can initiate our conversations about God,...

In the third session of our Apologetics study Pastor LeeWood addresses a common challenge to Christianity: the reliability of the Bible. The main idea from this session is the overwhelming evidence of the Bible means we can have great reasons to trust that our modern Bible translations accurately reflect the original writings of the original biblical authors. Additional resources can be found at h...