International Missions
Encouraging gospel work beyond the local community with prayer, biblical counsel, and church-centered partnership.
From the local church to the nations
A small church.
A global ministry.
International Missionary Baptist Ministries serves beyond the local community through missions, Bible teaching, publishing, and faithful ministry partnership.
KJVScripture-centered
LocalChurch-rooted
GlobalMission-minded
Our calling
Reach. Teach.
Strengthen. Send.
Established inThe local church
Anchored inThe Word of God
Centered uponJesus Christ
Sent towardThe nations
01 Who we are
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Faithful to the Word. Focused on Christ. Committed to the Great Commission.
International Missionary Baptist Ministries is the international ministry arm of Mayfield Drive Baptist Church in Smyrna, Tennessee. IMBM exists to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, strengthen New Testament churches, provide sound Bible teaching, preserve valuable Christian and Baptist resources, and encourage faithful service wherever God opens a door.
Our work begins with the conviction that Christ carries out His mission through His churches. For that reason, our global vision remains firmly rooted in the life, doctrine, and accountability of the local church.
Visit Mayfield Drive Baptist Church02 What we do
One ministry.
Four fields of service.
Every area of IMBM is shaped by biblical conviction and the work of the local church.
Bible Teaching
Making sound, Scripture-centered preaching and teaching available to believers wherever they may be.
Publishing Ministry
Publishing Bible studies and preserving historic Baptist works for present and future generations.
Ministry Partnership
Serving pastors, churches, missionaries, teachers, and readers through useful resources and personal encouragement.
03 Church rooted
The local church is not beside the mission. It is at the heart of it.
IMBM is a ministry of Mayfield Drive Baptist Church, a KJV Bible-believing Missionary Baptist church in Smyrna, Tennessee. The same commitments that guide the congregation—biblical preaching, reverent worship, prayer, and the New Testament pattern for Christ’s churches—guide our work beyond it.
Visit the church website 271 Mayfield Drive · Smyrna, TN 37167
The Great Commission“Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost.”
Matthew 28:19 KJV
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Pastor · Author · MissionaryDr. Joseph F. RobertsExecutive Director, IMBM
04 Leadership
More than six decades of biblical ministry.
Dr. Joseph F. Roberts serves as pastor of Mayfield Drive Baptist Church and Executive Director of International Missionary Baptist Ministries. His work as a pastor, author, missionary, teacher, editor, and compiler reflects a long commitment to biblical truth, Baptist history, and the Great Commission.
Through IMBM, Dr. Roberts continues to develop and share teaching, historical resources, and practical ministry materials intended to strengthen churches and encourage believers in faithful service.
Contact Dr. Roberts05 Our foundation
Built upon truth that does not change.
The Scriptures
We believe the Bible is inspired by God, authoritative, and all-sufficient for faith and practice.
Jesus Christ
We proclaim salvation through the finished work of Jesus Christ—His death, burial, and resurrection.
The Local Church
We hold to the New Testament pattern for Christ’s churches and their work in the world.
The Great Commission
We believe Christ’s command to make disciples of all nations remains the church’s continuing responsibility.
06 Ministry resources
Study. Listen. Read. Grow.
Use and share these resources for personal study, church teaching, and encouragement in the faith.
Books & historical library
IMBM Books
Browse published books and a growing free library of Bible studies, Baptist history, biography, and reference works.
Visit the library Online Bible teachingWatch & Listen
Follow Scripture-centered Bible teaching and messages from Mayfield Drive Baptist Church and IMBM.
Open the video channel Our sending churchMayfield Drive Baptist
Learn about the congregation, its worship services, beliefs, and local ministry in Smyrna, Tennessee.
Visit the church07 Contact IMBM
How may we serve you?
Contact us about missions, Bible teaching, the publishing ministry, ministry resources, or opportunities for faithful partnership.
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