The After Easter Podcast

America’s Greatest Need Deuteronomy 6:4–9; Matthew 22:34–40 Main idea: Our greatest need is a people whose greatest love is God . We need hearts that are devoted to God. We need souls that belong to Christ. We need minds that are shaped by the Holy Spirit. ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.co...

Get Right Galatians 5:16-24 Main idea: To get right, get with God.  You can not conquer sin on your own (5:16–21). You cannot get yourself right (5:22–23). But Christ can get you right (5:24). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect To...

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Commitment to Christ Ephesians 6:21–24 Main idea: Those who submit to Christ are committed to Christ . Our commitment is marked by service (6:21–22). Our commitment is marked by peace (6:23). Our commitment is marked by brotherhood (6:23). Our commitment is marked by love (6:23–24). Our commitment is marked by faith (6:23). Our commitment is marked by grace (6:24). Our commitment is marked by inco...

Strength in Christ Ephesians 6:10–24 Main idea: We are protected and identified by the armor of God . Christ is our strength (6:10). Christ is our defense (6:11-17). Christ is our Lord (6:18-24). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect...

Submission to Christ Ephesians 5:21–6:9 Main idea: When we submit to authority, we submit to Christ. Christ is our ultimate authority (5:21). Submission to authority is submission to Christ (5:22-6:9). Illustrations of Submission: Wives and Husbands. Children and Parents. Slaves and Masters. ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To R...

Light of Christ Ephesians 5:1–20 Main idea: The church reflects God’s light into the world. The work of the light of Christ 5:1-2, 8-14): The light produces  fruit  (5:9) . The light reveals sinful  motives (5:10) . The light exposes  evil (5:11-12) . The light cleanses the  soul  (5:13-14) . The light  prohibits sinful behavior (5:3-20). The light appeals to godly living (5:6–20). The light comma...

Living in Christ Ephesians 4:17–5:2 Main idea: The Gospel is lived out individually day to day . We are in the world but not of it (4:17–19). We have a new nature in Christ (4:20-24). Our new nature demands renewed living (4:25–5:2). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond To Connect: h...

Unity in Christ Ephesians 4:1–16 Main idea: The Gospel of Christ brings us together . We are unified in conduct (4:1–3). We are unified in conviction (4:4–6). We are unified in clemency (mercy; lenience) (4:7–8).. We are unified in commission (4:9–16). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/re...

Ministry in Christ Ephesians 3:1–23 Main idea: Ministry is centered on the Gospel of Christ . Ministry stewards the Gospel (3:1–6). Ministry serves the Gospel (3:7). Ministry proclaims the Gospel (3:8–10). Ministry is accomplished through Christ’s power (3:11–21). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellec...

Universality of Christ Ephesians 2:11-22 Main idea: All believers are saved by and united in Christ . We are claimed by Christ (2:11–13). We have peace with God through Christ (2:13–18). We find our place in Christ (2:19–22). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond To Connect: https://w...

Transformation in Christ Ephesians 2:1–10 Main idea: Jesus can transform us from dead to living . Acknowledge and turn from sin (2:1–3). Recognize and accept God’s grace (2:4-7). Put your faith in Christ alone (2:8–10). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond To Connect: https://www.fbc...

Victory in Christ Ephesians 1:1–23 Main idea: God’s power conquered sin and death in Christ. God’s power exercised (1:3–14). God’s power revealed (1:15-19). God's power proven (1:20-23). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect To Give:...

The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Resurrection Mark 5:35-43; 16:1–8 Main idea: Miracles testify that death has no power over Jesus. Jesus overpowered death (5:35–43). Death held no threat for Jesus (5:36). Death was of no consequence to Jesus (5:39). Death was not the end, according to Jesus (5:41). Death was easily thwarted by Jesus (5:41). Jesus  conquered death (16:1–8). ©First Baptist Chu...

The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Judgment Mark 11:12–25; 15:33, 38 Main idea: God will judge those whose faith is dead. Jesus expects to find fruit (11:12–14). The church is meant to be more than a business (11:15-19; 15:33, 38). Faith is necessary for mountains to move (11:20–25). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respo...

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The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Exorcism Mark 1:21-27; 5:2–13; 7:24–30; 9:14–29 (1:32–34, 39; 3:15; 6:13; 9:38–41) Main idea: Jesus holds power over evil . Jesus’ exorcisms reveal a victory over the dominion of evil (1:21-27, 32–34, 39; 6:13; 9:38–41). Demons seek to destroy a person (Mark 5:2–13). Jesus seeks to heal a person (7:24–30). There is no healing outside of Christ (9:14–29). ©Fir...

The Miracles of Jesus - Nature Mark 4:35–41, 6:47–52; 16:12-14 Main idea: Christ is sovereign over nature. Jesus holds power over nature (4:35–41; 6:47–52).  Nature holds no power over Jesus (16:12-14). Christ can calm the storms in our lives (6:50; John 14:27). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbellecha...

The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Healing Mark 1:29–34; 1:39–45; 2:1–12; 3:1–10; 5:25-34; 6:5, 53–56; 7:32–35; 8:22-26; 10:46–52 Main idea: Jesus gives healing to those who seek him. Jesus heals our bodies (1:29-33; 7:32–37). Jesus heals our hearts (1:39–45) . Jesus heals our souls (2:1–12; 5:25–34; 10:46–52). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit...

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The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Provision Mark 6:35–44; 8:1–9 Main idea: Jesus makes much out of little.  Jesus sees our need for guidance (Mark 6:34). Jesus sees our need for provision (Mark 8:1–3). Jesus multiplies what we have and give (Mark 6:35–44; 8:4–9). Jesus will give us all that we need and more (Mark 6:42–44; 8:8–9). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information abou...

The Miracles of Jesus: Communication Mark 1:9–11; 3:7–12; 9:2–8 Main idea: Miraculous events declare Jesus as Messiah.  Jesus' deity is confirmed by Heaven (1:11). Jesus' deity is confirmed by Hell (3:11). Jesus' deity is confirmed by the law and the prophets (9:7). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about our church, visit fbcbellechasse.com. To Respond: http://www.fbcbell...

God’s Word: Illuminated & Preserved Jn. 14:16–18, 16:12–15; Rom. 10:13-17; Matt. 24:35; Isa. 40:8 Main idea: The Holy Spirit guides us through Scripture.  The Holy Spirit reveals the truth of the Gospel (John 14:16–18; 16:12–15). Scripture reveals knowledge sufficient for salvation (Romans 10:13–17). God has caused his word to endure so that you could hear it today (Isaiah 40:8; Matt. 24:35)....

God’s Word: Authoritative & Clear Psalm 119 Main Idea: God’s word gives definitive direction for living . The words of Scripture are God’s words (119:4–5, 68, 72, 89). God takes his commands seriously (119:21, 86, 94, 97–104). God’s commands are specific and purposeful (119:24, 105). God’s words give us hope (119:49–50, 94, 97). ©First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse For more information about...