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Here you will find information about our church and its ministries. We hope you find your time spent here a blessing. Our church is a warm and loving church, and we want you to feel comfortable and at liberty to call on us for anything you need. Feel free to browse through the various areas of our website and learn about our fellowship.
With the turning of the page of the calendar we leave 2008 behind and step into a new year. A new year full of opportunities and anxieties! Our economy seems to worsen with each passing day. Unemployment keeps rising, businesses continue to fail, bankrupcies, repossessions, foreclosures and other troubles control the news and our thoughts. Some are voicing, "Where is God in all of this?" I don't have the answer to today's struggles; but I do have the answer to that! He is right where we left Him! 2 Chronicles 7:14 explains it like this, "If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then I will hear from heaven, and will forgive their sins, and will heal their land." Even within the church we find that programs have outranked prayer; passivism has overshadowed righteousness; and self-indulgence has overthrown evangelism. We are seeking entertainment instead of real worship. We want permission to live the way we want to rather than persuasion to a better and holier life. There is hope! There is a way to make it through the troubles! If we will turn our hearts to God, He will pour out His richness on us! It is His greatest desire to bless is people. The Bible is full of promises just waiting for sincere believers to call out for. It all depends on us! A change in Washington, D.C. is not near as important as a change in each of us. I have heard the cry, God bless America; I believe it is time that America blesses God!
No matter what time of the year it may be, it is the right time to praise the Lord! It is easy to praise Him when times are pleasant and everything is going the way we want it to. The real challange comes in times that are difficult. God loves us and promises that He will not abandon us in troublesome times. Life does not always go the way we wish. But God assures us that we can trust in Him to help us through the rough spells life throws at us. Of course, in order to enjoy His presence and help we must have a personal relationship with Him by accepting Jesus into our life by faith. Our sins are forgiven and He guides us into a better way of living when we allow Him into our lives. He does not enter a life without being invited. When we invite Him into our life He will never disappoint us.
Even when life stays on schedule it is very important for our personal and family spiritual growth to have family and personal devotions. A daily time with God enhances our regular time of study, worship, and fellowship together. Both are vital to our growth in our relationship with Christ Jesus our Lord.
As we continue to experience God's blessings in our own lives we should share the goodness with those we come in contact with. The media spends enough time sharing the dark side of life; we as believers need to dedicate ourselves to being the light that Jesus calls us to be. The Good News is that Jesus makes it possible to be forgiven. He will give purpose and meaning to life if we only believe! At IBC we have enjoyed many rich blessings, and look forward to seeing God continue His good work. As a church family we look forward to continuing together in worship, study, and fellowship. As we follow the example of the early New Testament church we will continue to see great things happening.
At IBC we are striving to live above the mediocrity that many are satisfied in relationship with Jesus Christ. He has such wonderful plans and purpose for us as His sons and daughters. God's Holy Word, the Bible, tells us everything we need to know to live in victory. Satan fears and trembles at the Name of Jesus. As a Christ-centered body we offer support. love, and guidance in the way to find victory in Jesus.
If you are considering relocating to our area, we would love to have you be our guest for Sunday School and worship.
When you visit our church, you will find:
- A caring congregation that will gladly welcome you
- Preaching/teaching that is centered on the Word of God
- Ministries to meet the spiritual needs of every age
- A corporate outlet for truth-filled and moving praise and worship
In His Care,
Pastor John Dinwiddie
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Independence Baptist Church
30521 Highway AB
P O Box 817
Richland, Missouri 65556
Telephone: 573 765 3685
Sunday • Sunday School - 10:00 AM • Morning Worship - 11:00 AM • Discipleship - 5:30 PM • Great Truths of the Bible - 6:00 PM Wednesday • Bible Study and Prayer - 6:30 PM Saturday • Students Youth & Children - 6:00 PM 
January is Inauguration Month
Please be in prayer for the newly elected officials as they take office this month. Local, county, state, and national leaders need our prayer support if they are going to effectively lead us. Hold each official accountable for their actions as you take responsibility to pray for God's hand to direct them. Pray for America
Regardless of whether we voted for him or not; Barrack Obama is our new president elect. It is our responsibility to lift him in prayer to God. If America is going to be preserved and return to Christ we must fulfill our duty as believers. "If My people, who are called by My Name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek My face, and turn from their wicked ways; then I will hear from Heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land." 2 Chronicles 7:14 Emergency Shelter
If storms move in our facility will be opened to provide our community with a safe place to weather the storm. Our basement has emergency heat and lighting even if the power goes out. In the event of a long term emergency the American Red Cross will bring in supplies to help provide for the people at our shelter. Pray for our Military
Parent's Night Out
The first Friday of each month, we are opening our basement for a tender care program so that parents of children 2 years through 12 years can go out to take care of business, shop, or just have some free time with confidence that their children are safe and well cared for. Snacks are provided. Doors open at 5:30 pm and children must be picked up by 9:00 pm. There is no charge, but parents are asked to provide diapers and formula for their own child as needed. |
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