How should we respond? How can we help? What should we do? Pastor Jake shares a few preliminary thoughts....
Pastor Jake tackles some common questions about the spiritual discipline of fasting....
The three most important rules for interpreting the Bible are context, context, context....
Our God speaks. He creates and sustains through His word. Praise God that He does not keep silent....
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....
You won't just get around to reading your Bible. That's why another important tool you need for Bible study is a calendar....
After a good copy of the Scriptures, a pen and paper are your next most necessary and helpful tools for effective Bible study....
The God who speaks actually speaks to us, both in creation and in human words....
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....
How do I get started really studying the Bible? The first thing you need seems obvious: a good Bible....
Following a Bible reading plan and using a consistent method will help you take your Bible study to a deeper level....
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. ...
Evidence clearly shows that there are 39 specific documents that make up the "canon" of the Old Testament....
The Bible features many different genres. Understanding the difference will go a long way to helping you interpret the Bible more accurately. ...
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. ...
Why should we use Bible study tools to help us interpret, understand, and apply Scripture? Here are some tools we recommend....
"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."...
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....
How can we identify false teaching? This video helps....
Equipping Classes are one of the discipleship options at ICBC. Learn more about this exciting new ministry here....
This new song, Jude Doxology by Ghost Ship, fits perfectly with our sermon series through the book of Exodus....
True faith comes from God, is centered on Jesus Christ, transforms us, and results in good works....
What does the Bible have to say about church membership? Explicitly, not much. Implicitly, a lot!...
Why wait until New Year's Day to up your Scripture intake? Why not start now? We have a resource that will help you....
It's the most wonderful time of the year to love and minister to widows. Here are some suggestions....
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....
God tells us in his word to love orphans. Here are 5 ways to obey God's command to love the orphan....
Forget Halloween. October 31st is the anniversary one of the most important days in church history: Reformation Day!...
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....
Sometimes children understand what we adults do not. We praise God because He loves us....
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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....
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....
Considering giving online? Here are three easy ways to get started....
Nursery and Children's Church will be available this Sunday during the 10:45 service!...
"I was glad when they said to me, 'Let us go to the house of the Lord'" (Psalm 122:1). Amen to that!...
We plan to begin gathering in person again on Sunday, May 31. Can’t wait! Here are the details you need....
"Jerusalem" by CityAlight is a masterpiece that prompts introspection and retrospection on the crucifixion of Jesus Christ....
Christians need frequent reminders of the truths of Scripture. Here are four reminders that can help us today....
How can we remain faithful in this time of waiting? We can start by trusting in and relying on the sovereign goodness of God....
Struggling to understand the Trinity? You're not alone. Here are five resources to help you!...
We sing in response to what God has done for us. We sing because we've been set free in Christ!...
How do I begin sharing Jesus with my children? Start by telling the simple story of the gospel and your testimony....
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!...
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....
The book of James urges us to look into God's Word and obey it. Community Groups help us do just that....
We take a look at the wonderful theology in a new song we sing at Indian Creek Baptist Church....
How can we grieve with hope? Join a GriefShare group today and learn how to suffer well for the glory of God....
God has blessed our church mightily in 2019. We pause here to remember His goodness....
God has used Community Groups in significant ways to grow Andrew in his faith....
What is Next Generation Sunday and why do we have it?...
We forget Christ so easily. Communion helps us remember Him....
Song Spotlight is a series where Andrew writes about great songs....
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....
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