The After Easter Podcast

Genesis: Creation, Day One Genesis 1:1–5 Main idea: The creation account is the foundation for all Scripture.  God was (1:1).  God is (1:1).  God created (1:1).  God organized (1:2–5). __________________________ 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 Churc...

Ruth: Behind the Seen, Pt. 4 Ruth 4:1-22 Main idea: Jesus is the kinsman-redeemer ( goʾel ) for all. A personal redemptive transaction (4:1-8). An intimate declaration of possession (4:9–10). A public celebration of affiliation (4:11–12). A sustained continuation of redemptive living (4:13–22). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www....

Ruth: Behind the Seen, Part 3 Ruth 3:1-18 Main idea: We must approach God accordingly.  If we want to come to God, we must be… … presentable (3:1–3). … perceptive (3:3–4). … assertive (3:5–8). … available (3:9–10). … patient (3:11–18). ___________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://w...

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Ruth: Behind the Seen, Pt 2 Ruth 2:1-23 Main idea: God’s provision works in and through us.  Effort affords rewards beyond the result (2:1-7). Godly character attracts godly characters (2:8-16). Our blessing can be a blessing to others (2:17-23). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give:...

Ruth: Behind the Seen, Part 1 Ruth 1:1-22 Main idea: God is at work, even when we can’t see it.  Love and obedience lead us to take risks (1:10). We must not allow our pain to keep us from seeing God’s provision (1:13, 19–21). Despair causes us to either draw closer to God or pull away from him (1:16–18). __________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect:...

That’s Not My Jesus Main idea: We must follow the Jesus that is revealed through Scripture. Jesus gives us what we need (Matt. 6:31-33). Fallacy: “My Jesus gives me everything that I want.” Jesus expects us to turn from sin and grow spiritually (Matt. 15:48). Fallacy: “My Jesus loves me just the way I am.” Jesus recognized and called out sin (John 8:2–11). Fallacy: “My Jesus doesn’t judge and love...

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Who Do You Think You Are? Ephesians 1:3–14, 2:1–10 Main idea: God created you in his likeness, for his glory.  I am a reflection of the divine image of God Almighty (Eph. 2:10; Gen. 1:26–28). I am beloved by God, known and embraced fully (Ephesians 1:3-14). I am brought from death to life by the grace of God (Ephesians 2:1-9). _________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/res...

Indicatives & Imperatives Ephesians 1:1-6:24 Main idea: We live in grateful obedience for what God has done.  Indicatives declare what God has done for us (Ex. 20:1–2, Ps. 105:1–44, Eph. 1:1–13; 2:4–10, 13; 3:14–21).  Imperatives command how we should live in response (Ex. 20:3-17, Ps. 105:45, Eph. 4:1–3, 17, 25; 5:1–2, 6–7, 15–17; 6:10-20).  Living in obedience is a response to what God has d...

Godly Character: Forgiving Offenders Genesis 42:1-45:15 Main idea: Forgiveness reflects the character of God.  We are all in a unique position to show someone forgiveness (42:1-26).  It is impossible to truly forgive someone you do not love (45:4–8).  Those who have hurt us still deserve our care (45:9–15). _______________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To C...

Godly Character: Power and Responsibility Genesis 41:37-57 Main idea: God has expectations for those in authority.  Authority is given to those who reflect God’s character (41:37-45).  Those in authority have a duty for those whom they lead (41:46-49).  Those is authority bless and are blessed by their obedience (41:50-52).  Those in authority demonstrate faithfulness through hardship (41:53-57)....

Character: Serve in Adversity Genesis 39:21-23 Main idea: God has given us purpose in times of hardship.  God is with us in the difficult times (39:21).  God’s kindness is present in even the worst circumstances (39:21).  God’s favor takes the form of responsibility (39:21-23). __________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse....

Godly Character: Resisting Temptation Genesis 39:6-20. Main idea: We must flee from temptation.  We must run from temptation because giving in to sin…  …destroys trust (39:8-9a). …damages relationships (39:9b). …is an affront to God (39:9c). We must avoid situations in which we may be tempted (39:10).  Our desire for integrity must be greater than our desire for pleasure (39:11-20). ______________...

Godly Character: Trusting in God Genesis 37:2-36, 39:1-50:26 Main idea: Trusting in God requires full faith and surety.  We must serve where we are (39:1-6). We must suffer with faithful expectation (39:21-23). We must rely on God and give him the praise (41:15-16). Our faithfulness will bless both ourselves and others (45:4-8). ____________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.co...

Holy Week: Sunday Matthew 28:1-21 Main idea: On Sunday, Jesus came out of the tomb.  Jesus conquered death and the grave (28:1-15). Jesus commissioned his followers (28:7-20). _______________________________________ 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 C...

Holy Week:Friday-Saturday Matthew 26:47-27: Main idea: On Friday, Jesus gave himself up as a willing sacrifice for our sin.  Jesus submitted to those in authority (26:47-27:14). Jesus endured the chastisement of the people (27:15-31). Jesus committed himself to be crucified (27:32-44). Jesus consented himself to death (27:45-56). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/r...

Holy Week: Wednesday-Thursday Matthew 26:1-46 Main idea: Jesus was prepared for the cross.  Jesus knew that his death was coming (26:6-13).  Jesus knew who was against him (26:1-5, 14-16).  Jesus knew the weakness of man (26:17-35).  Jesus knew the Father was with him (26:36-46). ______________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellec...

Holy Week: Monday-Tuesday Matthew 21:1-24:44 Main idea: On Monday and Tuesday, Jesus was revealed as the Messiah.  Jesus revealed his position (Matt. 21:1-11, 14-17, 45-46). Jesus revealed his power (Matt. 21:18-23). Jesus revealed his authority (Matt. 21:12-13, 23-27). Jesus revealed his wisdom (Matt. 22:15-40). Jesus revealed the hypocrites (Matt. 23:1-39). Jesus revealed the future (Matt. 24:1-...

Featuring special guest preacher Dr. Blake Newsom of New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. _________________________ 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 Respo...

The Love of God John 3:1-22 Main idea: Salvation springs from God’s perfect love.  God’s love is for everyone.  God’s love is sacrificial.  God’s love is trustworthy.  God’s love is unlimited. _________________________ 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 Baptis...

James: Trust James 4:13-5:20 Main idea: Faith in God requires trust in God.  True faith trusts in God’s  plan (4:13-17). True faith trusts in God’s  provision (5:1-6). True faith trusts in God’s  timing (5:7-11).  True faith trusts in God’s truth (5:12). True faith trusts in God’s  wisdom (5:13-20). _____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://ww...

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James: The Tongue James 3:1-12 Main idea: An uncontrolled tongue is harmful. Are you mature enough to teach (3:1-2)? Is your tongue controlled or uncontrolled (3:3-12)? - A controlled tongue is useful (3:3-4).  - An uncontrolled tongue is destructive (3:5-6).  - The tongue is uncontrollable for any man (3:7-8).  - Be single-minded in your worship and practice (3:9-12). __________________ To Respon...

James: Works James 2:1-26 Main idea: Good works are the evidence of Christian faith.  Favoritism does not reflect the love of God (2:1-4). Discrimination does not communicate the love of God (2:5-9). Compassion displays the love of God (2:10-13). Active faith results in good works (2:14-26). _________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellech...