5 Ways to Discourage the New Associate Pastor
One day soon we will have another Associate Pastor on staff. Here are 5 ways to discourage him (and 5 ways to encourage him)....
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Roe v. Wade Was Overturned! Now What?
How should we respond? How can we help? What should we do? Pastor Jake shares a few preliminary thoughts....
"But when you fast..."
Pastor Jake tackles some common questions about the spiritual discipline of fasting....
Bible Study Basics: Get Started
How do I get started really studying the Bible? The first thing you need seems obvious: a good Bible....
Bible Study Basics: How to Read
After a good copy of the Scriptures, a pen and paper are your next most necessary and helpful tools for effective Bible study....
Bible Study Basics: Schedule It
You won't just get around to reading your Bible. That's why another important tool you need for Bible study is a calendar....
Can I trust the Bible?
Is the Bible true? Is it trustworthy? How can I be sure? In this new series, we dive into the reliability of God's Word....
Can I Trust the Bible? (Part I): God Speaks
Our God speaks. He creates and sustains through His word. Praise God that He does not keep silent....
Can I Trust the Bible (Part II): God's Word in Human Words
The God who speaks actually speaks to us, both in creation and in human words....
Can I Trust the Bible? (Part III): God’s Word Written
Scripture is evidence of God's mercy. God in his kindness has made his Word accessible to all people in all places by committing his Word to writing....
Bible Study Basics: Don't Plan to Fail
Following a Bible reading plan and using a consistent method will help you take your Bible study to a deeper level....
Bible Study Basics: The Three Rules
The three most important rules for interpreting the Bible are context, context, context....
Can I Trust the Bible (Part IV): Which Bible?
The question of which documents belong in the Bible is a matter of "canonicity" or "canon" (a word that means "standard"). In other words, which books meet the "standard" of being the Word of God? To answer that question, we must begin with the right attitude. ...
Can I Trust the Bible? (Part V): The Old Testament Canon
Evidence clearly shows that there are 39 specific documents that make up the "canon" of the Old Testament....
Bible Study Basics: Genres
The Bible features many different genres. Understanding the difference will go a long way to helping you interpret the Bible more accurately. ...
Bible Study Basics: The Bible Is NOT About You!
Jesus is the point of the Bible. He is the hero. You are not. And that is the best news you could possibly hear today. ...
Bible Study Basics: Tools
Why should we use Bible study tools to help us interpret, understand, and apply Scripture? Here are some tools we recommend....
A Preacher, a Dirty Cop, and the Doctrine of Justification
"All of us have a desire to be in the right, to be justified. What’s much more important than being right, however, is being right with God."...
Adopted Into the Family
Through our relationship with Jesus Christ, we are adopted into the family of God. As adopted children, we have an eternal inheritance, we are a delight to our Father, and we receive God's blessings by grace alone....
Recommended Resource: Identifying False Teachers
How can we identify false teaching? This video helps....
What are Equipping Classes?
Equipping Classes are one of the discipleship options at ICBC. Learn more about this exciting new ministry here....
Song Spotlight: Jude Doxology
This new song, Jude Doxology by Ghost Ship, fits perfectly with our sermon series through the book of Exodus....
The Nature of True Faith
True faith comes from God, is centered on Jesus Christ, transforms us, and results in good works....
Is Church Membership Biblical?
What does the Bible have to say about church membership? Explicitly, not much. Implicitly, a lot!...
Don't Wait for the New Year!
Why wait until New Year's Day to up your Scripture intake? Why not start now? We have a resource that will help you....
Five Ways to Love the Widow
It's the most wonderful time of the year to love and minister to widows. Here are some suggestions....
Five Threats to New Church Members
Why do some people have a hard time getting plugged in as church members? There are five dangers that threaten to keep new members from realizing the benefits of church membership and blessing others in the process....
Five Ways to Love the Orphan
God tells us in his word to love orphans. Here are 5 ways to obey God's command to love the orphan....
Happy Reformation Day!
Forget Halloween. October 31st is the anniversary one of the most important days in church history: Reformation Day!...
The Bible and the 2020 Election: Should I Vote?
You won’t find anything in the Bible explicitly stating that you should or shouldn’t vote. But that’s not to say that God doesn’t care whether we vote....
Sing Like a Child
Sometimes children understand what we adults do not. We praise God because He loves us....
Help Us Keep You Informed!
We want to keep you in the loop! Help us by providing current contact information. (You could win a prize!)...
Does God Change His Mind?
The Bible says God does not change his mind. But what about Jonah 3:10 or Exodus 32:14? Does the Bible contradict itself? Pastor Jake answers this tough question....
Song Spotlight: You Never Change
The song You Never Change by Austin Stone Worship reminds us that our God is immutable. He is the only constant and our only hope in life and death....
How to Give Online
Considering giving online? Here are three easy ways to get started....
New Childcare Plan!
Nursery and Children's Church will be available this Sunday during the 10:45 service!...
I WAS GLAD!
"I was glad when they said to me, 'Let us go to the house of the Lord'" (Psalm 122:1). Amen to that!...
We Are Re-Opening!
We plan to begin gathering in person again on Sunday, May 31. Can’t wait! Here are the details you need....
Song Spotlight: Jerusalem
"Jerusalem" by CityAlight is a masterpiece that prompts introspection and retrospection on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ....
Christians Leak
Christians need frequent reminders of the truths of Scripture. Here are four reminders that can help us today....
When the Church Can't Be the Church
How can we remain faithful in this time of waiting? We can start by trusting in and relying on the sovereign goodness of God....
Recommended Resources: Understanding the Trinity
Struggling to understand the Trinity? You're not alone. Here are five resources to help you!...
Why We Sing
We sing in response to what God has done for us. We sing because we've been set free in Christ!...
Leading Your Child to Christ: Tell the Story
How do I begin sharing Jesus with my children? Start by telling the simple story of the gospel and your testimony....
What is Love?
In his new series, Pastor David will help you learn how to lead your child to faith in Jesus Christ. To love our own children well, we need to understand God's love for us!...
How to Be Sorry
Did you know there's a right way to be sorry? Find out what Paul has to say about godly sorrow in 2 Corinthians 7....
Look and Obey
The book of James urges us to look into God's Word and obey it. Community Groups help us do just that....
Song Spotlight: Nailed to the Cross
We take a look at the wonderful theology in a new song we sing at Indian Creek Baptist Church....
Giving Thanks for 2019
God has blessed our church mightily in 2019. We pause here to remember His goodness....
We Grieve with Hope: GriefShare Begins this Week
How can we grieve with hope? Join a GriefShare group today and learn how to suffer well for the glory of God....
Community Groups: A Testimonial
God has used Community Groups in significant ways to grow Andrew in his faith....
This Sunday is "Next Generation Sunday." What's That?
What is Next Generation Sunday and why do we have it?...
Song Spotlight: Is He Worthy?
Song Spotlight is a series where Andrew writes about great songs....
Charles Spurgeon on Forgetting Jesus
We forget Christ so easily. Communion helps us remember Him....
Roe v. Wade Was Overturned! Now What?
How should we respond? How can we help? What should we do? Pastor Jake shares a few preliminary thoughts....
Keep Reading"But when you fast..."
Pastor Jake tackles some common questions about the spiritual discipline of fasting....
Keep ReadingCan I trust the Bible?
Is the Bible true? Is it trustworthy? How can I be sure? In this new series, we dive into the reliability of God's Word....
Keep ReadingCan I Trust the Bible? (Part I): God Speaks
Our God speaks. He creates and sustains through His word. Praise God that He does not keep silent....
Keep ReadingCan I Trust the Bible? (Part III): God’s Word Written
Scripture is evidence of God's mercy. God in his kindness has made his Word accessible to all people in all places by committing his Word to writing....
Keep ReadingCan I Trust the Bible (Part IV): Which Bible?
The question of which documents belong in the Bible is a matter of "canonicity" or "canon" (a word that means "standard"). In other words, which books meet the "standard" of being the Word of God? To answer that question, we must begin with the right attitude. ...
Keep ReadingCan I Trust the Bible? (Part V): The Old Testament Canon
Evidence clearly shows that there are 39 specific documents that make up the "canon" of the Old Testament....
Keep ReadingA Preacher, a Dirty Cop, and the Doctrine of Justification
"All of us have a desire to be in the right, to be justified. What’s much more important than being right, however, is being right with God."...
Keep ReadingFive Threats to New Church Members
Why do some people have a hard time getting plugged in as church members? There are five dangers that threaten to keep new members from realizing the benefits of church membership and blessing others in the process....
Keep ReadingThe Bible and the 2020 Election: Should I Vote?
You won’t find anything in the Bible explicitly stating that you should or shouldn’t vote. But that’s not to say that God doesn’t care whether we vote....
Keep ReadingDoes God Change His Mind?
The Bible says God does not change his mind. But what about Jonah 3:10 or Exodus 32:14? Does the Bible contradict itself? Pastor Jake answers this tough question....
Keep ReadingWe Are Re-Opening!
We plan to begin gathering in person again on Sunday, May 31. Can’t wait! Here are the details you need....
Keep ReadingWhen the Church Can't Be the Church
How can we remain faithful in this time of waiting? We can start by trusting in and relying on the sovereign goodness of God....
Keep ReadingHow to Be Sorry
Did you know there's a right way to be sorry? Find out what Paul has to say about godly sorrow in 2 Corinthians 7....
Keep ReadingGiving Thanks for 2019
God has blessed our church mightily in 2019. We pause here to remember His goodness....
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