Emmanuel Baptist Church's Podcast

Questions & Answers: What does the Bible say about money?

In this 7th sermon in the Questions & Answers series, Pastor Paul answered the question, what does the bible have to say money? You might be surprised to learn how much the bible talks about money and God's plan for how we use our money.

Questions & Answers: Angels, Demons, Aliens & UFOs

Questions and Answers: Is My Bible Reliable?

This week in the Questions & Answers series, Pastor Paul addresses the reliability of the bible, specifically related to translations and the various laws laid out in scripture.

Questions & Answers: Entreat the Favor of God

In this 4th sermon in the Questions and Answers series, Pastor Paul shared about the principles within which God works. He further shared application specifically to men indicating the signs by which the godliness of a man can be measured. What are they? Listen in to find out!

Questions & Answers: A Bunch of Triangles!

In this 3rd sermon Pastor Paul addressed several questions and combined them into one sermon. We are made in the image of God so how does that translate to the 3 parts of man, sinning, sin's result and redemption. This one may be more difficult via podcast vs watching it because he used several triangles to illustrate the entire sermon. He also answered a couple questions in the live welcome.

Questions & Answers: Can I lose my salvation?

Pastor Paul continued the Questions & Answers series this week and answered, "can I lose my salvation?" The truth is, most Christians have asked that question or at least wondered. Using several scriptures, Pastor Paul shared the truth behind this question and answer.

Questions & Answers: Who really has the answers?

This week Pastor Paul began a new sermon series in which he's answering questions submitted by the congregation. Where can we find truth and answers? Listen in and find out!

You’re Not Thinking Big Enough

This Sunday was grad Sunday and our new Young Adults Pastor preached on the book of Job. In "You're Not Thinking Big Enough," Pastor Keith tackled the question, "is God just?" Listen in for the answer.

Truths that Create Freedom, Final Truth: It is All About the People

In this final sermon in the Galatians series, Pastor Paul shared about why our relationships are so important, the instructions God gives us in our relationships and 4 relationships every believer should have.

Truths that Create Freedom, Truth #4: Spiritual Freedom is Recognizable

In this sermon on spiritual freedom, Pastor Paul shared the characteristics that point to a person who experiences spiritual freedom. He also shared about 2 of the 3 areas where spiritual freedom is obvious...in our time and possessions. Next week he will share about the 3rd.

Truths that Create Freedom, Truth #3: The Battle is for the Mind

Continuing in the Galatians series, Pastor Paul shared another truth that creates freedom this week. Truth #3: The Battle is for the Mind. Why is the mind so important? How does satan use our minds against us? And how do we develop a new mindset? Listen in for the answers to those questions.

Truths that Create Freedom, Truth #2: God Actually Has a Plan for You to Follow

In this episode, Pastor Paul shared how we obtain the freedom we are meant to have in Christ as well as what inhibits that freedom and what it means to have freedom in Christ.

Truths that Create Freedom, Truth #1: The Truth Shall Set You Free

This week Pastor Paul returned to the study in Galatians via the book of John. He laid the foundation for freedom which will help finish out Galatians. This sub-series is Truths That Create Freedom.

The Power of Compassion

This week we hosted David Wangaka, who is an eployee of Compassion International and a Compassion Alumni. David shared his story of growing up in extreme poverty in Kenya and how becoming part of a Compassion Center and being sponsored changed his life. Not only his, but that of his entire family.

The Prophecies Concerning the Resurrection

In this final sermon in the Easter series, Pastor Paul shared about the prophecies related to the resurrection and what our realities are because of the resurrection.

Good Friday: The Death of Jesus

In this sermon, Pastor Paul shared the reasons Jesus had to die and what his death and sacrifice meant for us.

Jesus Enters Jerusalem

In this sermon, Pastor Paul shared how Zechariah prophesied the entry of Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday and how Daniel prophesied when it would happen. He further shared from Zechariah prophecies that are being fulfilled right now.

The Ministry of Jesus

In this episode, Pastor Paul shared what the ministry of Jesus was and how it was prophesied in Isaiah.

The Coming of One in the Spirit of Elijah

This is the second sermon in the Easter series. Pastor Jeff shared how the last prophecy of the Old Testament and first prophecy in the New Testament are connected and how Jesus fulfills both those prophecies.

Easter: Part 1

This week Pastor Paul left the book of Galatians for a month to preach an Easter series, "The Easter Story is Bigger than You Think." This week is part 1, what is the story of Jesus? When did it start?

Galatians: Truth #2

In this sermon Pastor Paul shares the second truth to blow up the lies in your  life. God hash a roadmap to freedom. What is it? Listen in to find out.

Galatians: Truth #1

In this sermon, Pastor Paul used Galatians 3:1-9 to teach the 5 questions the Apostle Paul asked and how all of those have the same answer.

Galatians: The Secret to Life

Using Galatians 2:20 as his primary text, Pastor Paul shared the secret to life.

Galatians: Part 6, Lie #4

In this episode, Pastor Paul shares lie #4. Despite what we believe, satan does have plans to destroy God's children. What are his schemes and how can we avoid them? Listen to find out.

Galatians: Part 5, Lie #3

In this sermon Pastor Paul addressed another lie about the consequence of sin and forgiveness. He also clarified the difference between temporary consequences and eternal consequences. 

Galatians: Part 4, Lie #2

This week Pastor Paul introduced the second lie, this one many Christians believe. What is the lie? What makes it a lie and how can we avoid it? Listen in to find out.

Galatians: Part 3, Lie #1

In this sermon Pastor Paul started a sub series, "blowing up the lies that blow up your life." What is lie #1 and how do we combat it? Listen in to find out.

Galatians: Introduction Part 2

In this second episode in the Galatians study, Pastor Paul emphasized the teaching of the second theme in the letter - there is no gospel without faith in Christ alone.

Galatians: Introduction Part 1

This week we began a series in Galatians. Pastor Paul began laying the groundwork for the series with a background of the book as well as what biblical repentance is.

Jesus: Name Above All Names, Part 5

In this final sermon in the  Jesus: Name Above All Names series, Pastor Paul shared how Jesus is the King of kings and Lord of lords. He asked and answered 3 Christmas questions. First,  why would God make the greatest sacrifice in human history if we were good enough to get to heaven on our own? Second,  why did Jesus cancel himself in order to achieve what was necessary to procure your peace and joy? And third, how could Jesus be called King of kings and Lord of lords if he wasn’t in charg...

Jesus: Name Above All Names, Part 4

In this 4th sermon in the  Jesus: Name Above All Names series, Pastor Trey shared how Jesus is the Son of God and Son of Man. Did Jesus claim to be God? If so, what biblical evidence supports that? Listen in to find out.

Jesus: Name Above All Names, Part 3

In this 3rd sermon in the Jesus: Name Above All Names series, Pastor Steve shared how Jesus is Savior & Messiah and how His name is different than all other names.

Jesus: Name Above All Names, Part 2

In this second sermon in the Name Above all Names series, Pastor Michael shared how Jesus is our atoning sacrifice and mediator.

Jesus: Name Above All Names, Part 1

This week's sermon was the beginning of a 5 week Christmas series. Using Colossians 1, Pastor Jeff preached about Jesus being creator and sustainer.

The Missing Piece, Part 11

In this final sermon in the the Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul shared part 2 of the future of the church. While the tribulation is going on in the world, where will the church be and what will we be doing?  Listen to this episode for the answer to that question.

The Missing Piece, Part 10

As Pastor Paul winds down The Missing Piece series, he spent this week and will spend next week talking about the future of the church. Does scripture speak to that? And if so, what does it say? Listen in for part 1 and catch part 2 next week.

The Missing Piece, Part 9

In this 9th sermon in The Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul used the 7 churches in Revelation 2 & 3 to point out what happens in a church and individual that causes them to fail in their faith and ow we can avoid it.

The Missing Piece, Part 8

In this 8th sermon in The Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul shared how the church is a body and the ways God has created that to work together to advance the gospel.

The Missing Piece, Part 7

In this 7th sermon in The Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul shared that the church is a family and further explained the purpose and benefits of a spiritual family.

The Missing Piece, Part 6

This week Pastor Paul continued in The Missing Piece series. Have you ever thought about the church as an embassy? Scripture describes believers as ambassadors for Christ, so what does that mean for the church as an embassy? Listen in to find out.

The Missing Piece, Part 5

In this 5th sermon in The Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul taught the process to follow if we've been hurt in a true church. Is it different if you're the one who is wrong vs the one who is wronged? Listen in to find out the answer to that question and to hear the process of making things right between Christ followers.

The Missing Piece, Part 4

In this 4th sermon in The Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul shared the characteristics of a true church. Many people devalue church because they believe a church hurt them. But what if it wasn't a true church as scripture describes? How do you know? Pastor Paul answered those questions and more.

The Missing Piece, Part 3

In this 3rd sermon in The Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul shared how we are to love who Jesus loves. Jesus loves the church. So how does he describe it and what is the practical application for us? Listen in to find out.

The Missing Piece, Part 2

In this second sermon in the Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul shared what the missing piece is for mature believers. You might be surprised when you find out what it is.

The Missing Piece, Part 1

In this first sermon of The Missing Piece series, Pastor Paul laid the foundation explaining the 5 distinct types of people in the world and the biggest mistake of your life and what you don't even know you're missing.

The Marks of a Believer

In this sermon, Pastor Jeff shared what things should characterize the life of a believer.

How to Love Your Neighbor

In this sermon, Dr. Barrett Duke, one of our elders and Executive Director of the MTSBC, shared how to identify our neighbor and what it looks like to be a good neighbor.

The Disruptive Gospel

This week we were privileged to welcome back Jim Taber, Lead Pastor of Gracepoint Church and former pastor at Emmanuel. Jim shared how the gospel disrupts lives, relationships and plans. What steps should we take when that happens? Pastor Jim answered that question in this episode.

When God's Plans Are Not Ours

This week we heard from Vlad Kozoubovskii, a pastor / missionary from Ukraine. His testimony over the past 18 months is compelling and heartbreaking. What are we to do when our world falls apart and nothing goes as we have planned? He shares what God taught him in this season and provides hope through the gospel.

The Six Truths That You Must Teach Your Children, Part 6

In this final sermon on The Six Truths That You Must Teach Your Children series, Pastor Trey shared how telling what Jesus did is not as hard as we think and gave us application on how to implement that in our lives.