The After Easter Podcast

Christmas Words: Adore (Worship) Matt. 2:1-12; Luke 2:20 Main idea: The appropriate response to Jesus’ birth is worship. The heavens worshipped Jesus (Luke 2:13-14). Creation worshipped Jesus (Matthew 2:2). Witnesses worshipped Jesus (Matthew 2:11) _________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Giv...

Christmas Words: Immanuel Matthew 1:23; Isaiah 7:14 Main idea: Immanuel means “God with us.” Immanuel denotes God’s provision for his people (Isaiah 8:5-10). Immanuel declares God’s presence with his people (Isaiah 7:14). Jesus personifies God’s provision and presence (Matthew 1:23). _________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellech...

Christmas Words: Gloria! (Glory) Luke 2:14 Main idea: Jesus was and is the glory of God personified. In Jesus, God is visible and understandable (John 13:13-15). In Jesus, the divine is contained in the human (Philippians 2:5-11). The angles sang the glory of what God accomplished in Jesus (Luke 2:14). _____________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect:...

Christmas Words: Peace Luke 2:14 Main idea: Jesus’ birth made peace between God and man possible. Jesus did not come to bring peace to men (Matthew 10:32-39). Enmity exists between God and man (Romans 3:23). Jesus made salvation attainable (Luke 2:14; Ephesians 1:2-8). _______________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-...

Christmas Words: Christ Matthew 1:1, 18 Main idea: Jesus is the promised Messiah, God’s son. The whole of the Bible is about Jesus (Matthew 1:1). The name “Christ” means “Messiah” (Matthew 1:18; John 1:41). Jesus, the Messiah, is the Son of God (Matthew 16:16). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us...

Baptist Distinctives: Church Membership Hebrews 13:17; 1 Corinthians 12:4-31 The local church is the visible expression of the larger (universal) body of Christ (Acts 2:41). Church membership is an expression of submissive obedience to God (Hebrews 13:17). The church is the locus for the proper practice of: Leadership accountability (Heb. 13:17). Church discipline (Matt. 18:17; 1 Cor. 5:12-13). Sp...

Baptist Distinctives: Baptism Acts 2:37-41, 8:26-40; Matthew 3:13-17 Main Idea: Baptism follows a profession of faith in Christ. Baptism is a profession of faith in and commitment to Christ (Acts 8:27-40). Baptism is an act of obedience (Matthew 3:13-17). Baptism identifies us with Christ (Acts 2:37-38, 41). __________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Conne...

Baptist Distinctives: Communion 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 Main idea: The Lord's supper serves to remember the cross. We desire unity in the body (11:17-22, 27-34). We commemorate the sacrifice of Christ (11:23-25). We proclaim Christ’s return (11:26). _____________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To...

Judges: Israel, Pt. 2 Judges 17:1-21:25 Main idea: True peace comes from God. Religion can not bring peace (17:1-18:31). Law can not bring peace (19:1-21:24). Only God can bring peace (17:6; 18:1; 19:1; 21:25). _____________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/give.html ©First...

Judges: Samson Judges 13:1-16:31 Main idea: God works in spite of our weakness. God has a purpose for all of us (13:1-25). God knows our weaknesses and helps us overcome them (14:1-16:31). True strength is found in humility (16:18-20). Despite his faults, God still used Samson (16:31). _____________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/c...

Judges: Jephthah (Ibzan, Elon, & Abdon) Judges 10:6-12:15 Main idea: Our hope is in the Lord and none other. The Father will not abandon his children (10:6-18). Our gifts are meant to serve God (11:1-3). We should not put our hope in men or man’s ideas (11:4-12:7). _________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-u...

Judges: Gideon (Abimelech, Tola, & Jair) Judges 6:1-10:5 Main idea: God is bigger and greater than our doubt. Rebellion comes in many forms (6:1-10). God desires our full obedience (6:11-8:32; 10:1-5). When we disobey, we lead ourselves and others astray (8:33-9:57). _________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with...

Judges: Deborah (Barak) Judges 4:1-5:31 Main idea: Obedience to God is often met with opposition. Deborah was a different kind of leader (4:4-5, 5:7). Deborah was willing to be used by God (4:6-10). Deborah gave the glory to God (5:1-31). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://w...

Judges: Ehud (Shamgar) Judges 3:12-31 Main idea: God equips and empowers those he calls to his purpose. Israel’s position and need for liberation was of their own doing (3:12-14). Ehud was equipped by God (3:15-25, 31). Ehud depended on the power of God (3:26-30). ____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us....

Judges: Othniel Judges 2:6-3:11 Main idea: In the midst of hopeless rebellion, God sent a Savior. The people rebelled against God (2:6-13; 3:7). The people were at odds with God (2:12-15; 3:8). God gave the people over to their sin (2:16-3:6). God sent the people salvation through a Savior (2:16; 3:9-11). ______________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: htt...

Judges: Israel, Part One Judges 1:1-2:5 Main idea: Loyalty to God is rewarded but disloyalty is severely punished. The wicked and disobedient will be judged by God (1:1-20). The wickedness of the world is a trap for the righteous (1:21-36). Despite our failure to obey, God never breaks his promise (2:1-5). _______________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: h...

Temptation Come My Way: Run 2 Timothy 2:22; Proverbs 4:14-15 Main idea: Don’t give sin the opportunity to tempt you. Run from tempting people, places, and things (Proverbs 4:14-15; Genesis 39:6-23). Run to accountability (1 Samuel 18:1-4; 2 Samuel 12:1-15; Judges 14-16). Run toward the things of God (2 Timothy 2:22). ____________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.ht...

Temptation Come My Way: Prepare Ephesians 6:10-20; Isaiah 59:17 Main idea: We must be prepared for times of temptation. Temptation is not a question of “ if ”, but a matter of “when” and “how” (James 1:12-15). We cannot defend ourselves against temptation in our own strength (Ephesians 6:10, 12). God provides the armor, we need only to utilize it (Ephesians 6:11-20; Isaiah 59:17). ________________...

Temptation Come My Way: Trust 1 Corinthians 10:13 Main idea: God is with us in times of temptation. Jesus experienced temptation and resisted it (Hebrews 4:15). God doesn’t give us more than we can handle, we bring it upon ourselves (Romans 7:14-25). It's never too late to turn from temptation and sin (Psalm 50:15). _________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html T...

The LORD is Great Psalm 135 Main idea: The LORD deserves our admiration and devotion. The LORD is great because of who he is (1-5). The LORD is great because he is in control (6-7). The LORD is great because of what he has done (8-12). The LORD is great because he is eternal (13-14). The LORD is great because he is immaterial (15-18). The LORD is great because he is the epitome of greatness (1-4;...

Blessed are The Persecuted Matthew 5:10-12 Main idea: Suffering on Christ’s behalf is a mark of the Christian. The tears of repentance and the blood of persecution are the costs of following God (Luke 14:28). Persecution is necessary to Christendom - it produces strength, sincerity, and purity of faith (James 1:2-4). True Christianity gives no charter of exemption from suffering (1 Peter 4:12-19)....

Blessed are the Peacemakers Matthew 5:9 Main idea: To be peaceful is to be like Jesus. Christians are to be advocates of peace, like Christ (John 14:27; Philippians 4:6-7) . You can fight for what is right and still be peaceful (1 Timothy 1:5-8). Becoming “children of God” is a process of adoption (Galatians 4:3-7). ________________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond...

Special guest, Dr. Bo Rice, presented a Word from God at FBC Belle Chasse on July 30, 2023. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/give.html ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse...

Blessed are the Pure Matthew 5:8 Main idea: God requires of us a pure heart. Purity comes from a heart that has been changed by Christ. The pursuit of purity is the pursuit of God . Morality springs from purity. A pure heart reflects the heart of God. _____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give...

Blessed are the Merciful Matthew 5:7 Main idea: Those who have experienced mercy give and receive mercy. Those who do not show mercy do not know mercy (James 2:12-13). Mercy is an act of love (Colossians 3:12-14). When we show mercy, we are more like God (Isaiah 58:10). ______________________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellecha...