IBC Richmond

IBC Richmond

By Lead Pastor: Jordan FanaraReligion & Spirituality
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IBC Richmond episodes

  • Daniel's Vision of Four Beasts (Daniel 7:1-28)

    Application Questions:

    Who are the saints of the Most High referred to in Daniel 7?

    Should Daniel's dream be interpreted with historical meaning? If so, what historical kingdoms do the four beasts represent?

    What role do saints (believers) play in the kingdom of the Most High?

    Who is the "Ancient of Days" (vs. 13)? What will be his role in the kingdom? When will his kingdom come?

    1 hr 21 min
  • God Dethrones the King (Daniel 5:1-31)

    APPLICATION QUESTIONS

    What similarities and difference between Daniel and the king do you notice in the story? Who has true authority? Where does true authority come from?

    Why did the king call for the dinnerware from Jerusalem? Was it a functional or symbolic gesture?

    How are humility and honor interconnected in Daniel 5:22-23? What steps should you take to express both humility and honor to God?

    Why are many social and moral evils generational (i.e. alcoholism, abuse, poverty, etc.)? Does Belshazzar’s story give us insight into breaking systemic sins?

    44 min
  • God Disciplines the King (Daniel 4:1-37)

    Application Questions:

    Interpret Nebuchadnezzar's dream. What benefits would a regular citizen have in Babylon under the king's reign?

    What principles found in Daniel 4:27 apply to government today? What similar legislation can a Christian support on a city, state, and federal level?

    How did God humble the king of Babylon? What did Nebuchadnezzar lose? What distinguishes humanity from animals?

    Did Nebuchadnezzar turn to God? What evidences of salvation should you expect in your life?

    1 hr 28 min
  • The King's Dream Image (Daniel 2:1-49)

    Application Questions:

    Does God speak through dreams today? If so, will God reveal anything different from his Word?

    Why did Daniel say, "Do not destroy the wise men of Babylon" (Daniel 2:24)? Wouldn't political reprisal be warranted? How does Daniel's action change the way you see politics?

    What does the story of Daniel's interpretation of the king's image teach you about prayer?

    Read Daniel 2:44. Whose kingdom is this? When will the kingdom begin?

    1 hr 10 min
  • Exiles with a Foreign Education (Daniel 1:17-21)

    Application Questions:

    Who were the "magicians and enchanters" in Babylon? What was their responsibility to the king?

    What does the story teach you about education and learning? What principles apply to how you personally learn and grow?

    How important is excellence for a Christian living in a secular culture?

    When are you evaluated at work, school, etc.? How does Daniel's example help you prepare for evaluations?

    1 hr 25 min
  • Exiles with a Foreign Diet (Daniel 1:8-16)

    Application Questions:

    What was wrong with the king's meat and wine? What applications can be made to the Christian life?

    How important is diet and physical health to the Christian life? How does Daniel's vegan died inform your answer?

    Does God care about your physical appearance? Is physical appearance, dress, style, etc. a moral and spiritual issue in your circumstance?

    What modern moral dilemmas warrant a third-way approach?

    1 hr 10 min
  • Exiles in a Foreign Land (Daniel 1:1-7)

    APPLICATION QUESTIONS:

    What role did God play in Daniel's exile? How does the answer inform your life as an exile?

    Why was Daniel (and his three friends) given a new name? What did the new name signify?

    In what ways do you feel like a foreigner in this culture? How does that affect Christianity?

    What pressure does the culture put on your Christian worldview? What does it costs you to resist secular thinking?

    52 min
  • Good Works of Friendship (Titus 3:12-15)

    APPLICATION QUESTIONS:
    How important is face-to-face friendship to the Christian life? How has the 2020 COVID pandemic changed your perspective on 'togetherness'?

    Do you keep up with friends? What friend needs to hear from you in the new year?

    What makes a good friendship? Does your friendship matter to others?

    Since the book of Titus is all about good works, what new good work has God called you to do?

    1 hr 12 min
  • Good Work of Silence (Titus 3:8-11)

    Application Questions:

    Can you pinpoint a good work that others receive as excellent and profitable? What is your unique gift?

    How does speech or silence help you do the good works described in Titus 32:8-11?

    What type of unprofitable and worthless speech are Christians called to avoid?

    Do you know a person who creates division? Have you warned them? Do you avoid them?

    1 hr 6 min
  • The Joy of Christmas (Isaiah 9:1-7)

    What are some things in your life that may be trying to steal your joy this Christmas? What can you do to keep that from happening?

    The darkness in Isaiah 9 was displaced by a "great light." Knowing that Jesus declared you to be lights in the world, how might you impact people around you this Christmas season?

    How does the fact that Jesus was both God and man bring us joy, especially when we are in the midst of struggles?

    What do the names of Jesus in Isaiah 9:6 mean to you? How can you use those names to bring hope to others?

    1 hr 24 min

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Expository sermons from Immanuel Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia.