The After Easter Podcast

Pastor Brian Dedmon reads his paper Substance, Relation, and Function: A Case for the Holistic Account of the Imago Dei. ©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: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/give

Jesus’ Victory Genesis 3:14-15; Revelation 12:1-18 Main idea: Jesus is at the center of God’s redemptive plan.  Sin came into God’s perfect creation in the Garden of Eden (Gen. 3:1-13).  God’s victory over sin was promised (Gen. 3:14-15).  Jesus’ birth made victory over sin possible (Rev. 12:1-6).  Jesus’ birth sealed Satan’s defeat (Rev. 12:7-18) _____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbe...

Jesus’ Forerunners Luke 1:67-80, 3:1-6 Main idea: Jesus is superior to his forerunners.  The forerunner was born of a miraculous conception (Lk. 1:5-17). Jesus was born of an immaculate conception (Lk. 1:26-38). The forerunner provided redemption for his people (Gen. 22:1-19). Jesus provided redemption for  all people (1 Tim. 2:5-6). The forerunner rescued his people from their enemies (Judges 13-...

Jesus’ Matriarchal Heritage Matthew 1:1-17 Main idea: God revealed his character through Jesus’ lineage.  Tamar: God cares for the neglected (Matt. 1:3).  Rahab: God sees those who fear him (Matt. 1:5a).  Ruth: God rewards the faithful (Matt. 1:5b).  Bathsheba: God rescues us from shame (Matt. 1:8). _______________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://...

Jesus’ Chosen Fore-bearers Revelation 22:16; Matthew 1:1-17; Luke 3:23-38 Main idea: The perfect redeemer was sent through imperfect people.  Adam, the faulty first man (Luke 2:23-38).  Abraham, the flawed founding father (Matt. 1:1-5).  David, the imperfect king (Matt. 1:6-11).  Joseph, the unexpected father of the Messiah (Matt. 1:12-17).  “God doesn’t use perfection, he gives it.” _____________...

God is Just, Truthful, & Infinite. Deuteronomy 32:4; Psalm 147:5 Main idea: God’s truth and justice will never end.  God represents and upholds his perfect standard (Deut. 32:4; Rom. 3:21-26). God’s being, attributes, and actions are reliable and consistent with himself (Psalm 19:9; John 17:17).  God’s being, attributes, and actions are eternal and boundless (Ps. 71:15, 147:5; Rom. 11:33). ___...

God is merciful, gracious, and faithful. Ephesians 2:4-9; 1 John 1:9 Main idea: God is trustworthy to forgive.  God has promised his mercy to sinners (Eph. 2:4-5).  God has promised his grace to those who seek him (Eph. 2:8-9).  God is faithful to his promises (1 John 1:9). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/co...

God is Love 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Main idea: We are to romance like God.  Romance is a verb (1 Corinthians 13:4-8a) . God romances us (1 John 4:8). We are ordered to romance everyone (1 Cor. 13:1-13; 2 Cor. 5:15) . ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/gi...

God is holy. Leviticus 11:44-45; 1 Peter 1:15-16 Main idea: God shares his holiness with humanity.  God is separate from all creation (Lev. 19:2). God revealed his holiness to mankind to inspire imitation (Lev. 20:26). God shares his holiness with those who seek him (Lev. 11:44-45). _______________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechass...

God is unchanging. Psalm 102:27; Malachi 3:6; James 1:17 Main idea: God is the same then, now, and forever.  God’s nature does not change (Psalm 102:27). God’s attributes do not change (James 1:17). God’s will does not change (Malachi 3:6). ____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www...

God is one; one in three persons. Deuteronomy 6:4; 1 Corinthians 8:4-6 Main idea: There is only one God, Yahweh, revealed in three persons.  There is but one true God, creator and sustainer of all (Deut. 6:4).  God is undivided and indivisible (Deut. 6:4).  God is represented by three persons, personified in Christ (1 Cor. 8:4-6). ___________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.c...

Pastor Brian Dedmon presented a brief history of the beginnings of First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse. Dr. Kenny Moore presented a message of encouragement and exhortation to the church. _____________________________ 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...

God is transcendent and immanent . Acts 17:22–31 Main idea: God is separate but near to us.  God is above every thing that he created (Acts 17:24–26). God is within every thing that he created (Acts 17:27-29). Jesus embodied both God’s transcendence and immanence (Acts 17:30-31). ____________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellecha...

God is omniscient, omnipotent, & omnipresent. Psalm 139:7, 147:5; Acts 17:24 Main idea: God is incomprehensible.  God is all- knowing (Psalm 147:5). God is all- powerful (Acts 17:24). God is ever- present (Psalm 139:7-10). _____________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fbcb...

Christ Our Strength Philippians 4:1-23 Main Idea: Christ is the means by which we imitate him.  In Christ, we have endurance (4:1-7).  In Christ, we have discernment (4:8-9).  In Christ, we have support (4:10-23).  In Christ, we have provision (4:19). _________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: ht...

Christ Our Goal Philippians 3:1-21 Main idea: Christ is the prize at the end of our race.  Our goal is to be like Christ (3:1-6).  Our goal is to know Christ (3:7-11).  Our goal is to be with Christ (3:12-21). __________________ 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 ©Fi...

Christ Our Example Philippians 2:1-30 Main idea: We should look, serve, and act like Christ.  We adopt Christ’s purpose (2:1-4). We model Christ’s humility (2:5-11). We follow Christ’s obedience (2:12-18). We participate in Christ’s sacrifice (2:19-30). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To...

Philippians: Christ Our Life Philippians 1:1-30 Main idea: Our lives should be centered around Jesus.  As Christians, we can serve God in any circumstance (1:1-11). God is present in our circumstances (1:12-13). We must be bold in sharing our faith (1:14-15). Our lives voluntarily belong to Jesus (1:21-30). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect:...

Esther IX: Triumph Esther 9:1-10:3 Main idea: God shares his triumph with his people.  The victory is belongs to the Lord (9:1-17).  God saved his people because they are his (9:18-32).  God saved his people because he is good (10:1-3). ____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fbc...

Esther VIII: Salvation Esther 8:1-17 Main idea: God works in all circumstances.  God uses circumstances to give his blessing (8:1-8).  The good news is urgent (8:9-14).  God uses circumstances to make himself known (8:15-17). ____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fbcbellechasse...

Esther VII: Intercession Esther 6:14–7:10 Main idea: God sent an intercessor to save his people.  A representative interceded on behalf of all (6:14–7:4). Evil is uncovered and defeated (7:5–10a). The king’s anger is satisfied (7:10b). ______________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fb...

Esther VI: Exaltation Esther 6:1-13 Main idea: God humbles the proud and exalts the meek.  The meek are exalted by God’s favor (1–11). The proud are crushed by their own schemes (12–13). ______________________ 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...

Esther V: Favor Esther 5:1-14 Main idea: As Christians, we are the objects of God’s favor.  We gain no meaningful favor on our own (5:9-15).  Christians always have God’s favor (5:1-2).  God’s favor grants us our wishes in his will (5:3-8). ________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http:/...

Esther IV: Willingness Esther 4:1-17 Main idea: We can do what is right with God’s help.  Our help comes from God (4:1-5). Standing in the name of God involves risk (4:6-14). Prayer provides surety of God’s provision (4:15-17). ____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fbcbellechas...

Esther III: Plotting Esther 3:1-15 Main idea: When we seek only self, we are not seeking God.  Righteous rebellion is necessary in opposition of corruption (3:1-6).  Conceit leads to bad decisions (3:7-11).  Bad council and egotism result in misrepresentation (3:12-15). _________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/conne...