The After Easter Podcast

A New Spirit Romans 7:25b-8:17 Main idea: We can not obey God through our own power. The Spirit overrules the mind and body (7:25b-8:4). Those who live in sin cannot please God (8:5-11). Those who receive the Spirit are children of God (8:12-17). ______________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: ht...

A New Relationship Romans 7:1-25a Main idea: In Christ, we have a life-partner. A relationship with Jesus breeds righteousness (7:1-6). A relationship with Jesus provides accountability (7:7-13). A relationship with Jesus provides guidance and support (7:14-25a). ____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.h...

Romans: A New Life Romans 6:1-23 Main idea: We are made new in Christ. In Christ, our old, sinful self is left behind (6:1-5). We participate in both Christ’s conquering of death and his resurrected life (6:6-14). In Christ, we are free to pursue righteousness (6:15-23). ___________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-wi...

Triumphant Faith Romans 5:1-21 Main idea: We have victory over sin in Christ. Justification (right standing with God) comes with benefits (5:1-5). We have been reconciled through the life of Christ (5:6-11). Sin entered the world through Adam, the first man (5:12-14). Sin was conquered through Jesus, the perfect man (5:15-21). __________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.ht...

Romans: Justified by Faith Romans 4:1-25 Main idea: Salvation can not be earned. Abraham was not saved by his works (4:1-8). Abraham was not saved because he was Abraham (4:9-12). Abraham was saved by his faith (4:13-25). ____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com...

The Universal Sin Problem Romans 3:9-31 Main idea: We all need to be forgiven. We are all united in the guilt of sin (Romans 3:9-18). Justification is not dependent upon any law (Romans 3:21-26). Conscious of sin, justified by faith (Romans 3:27-30). _____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give:...

Necessary Justification Romans 2:1-3:8 Main idea: Justification (right standing before God) comes from God. When we judge others, we condemn ourselves (2:1-11). Hearing without obedience is worthless (2:12-16). Salvation is based on who you are in Christ, not what you do (2:17-29). God justifies all who believe in Jesus (3:1-8). ___________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond...

Righteous Living Romans 1:16-32 Main idea: We are called to live righteously. The Gospel reveals God’s righteousness (1:16). Righteous living (Obedience) has its rewards (1:17). • We do not live righteously for rewards, we live righteously out of obedience. The Gospel reveals God’s wrath (1:18-23). Sinful living (Disobedience) has its consequences (1:24-32). • We do not live righteously to avoid c...

Romans: Transformational Gospel Romans 1:1-15 Main idea: The Gospel of Christ leads to life change. We are called serve a new master (1:1-2). We are called take the Gospel of Christ to the world (1:3-7). We are called to serve one another (1:8-15). _________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Giv...

Christmas Words: Joy Matt. 2:10; Luke 2:11 Main idea: Joy comes from knowledge of Christ. The birth of Christ brings great joy (Matt. 2:10). The joy of Christmas is the good news of the Gospel (Luke 2:16-20). The joy of Christmas is the hope of all mankind (Luke 2:11). _________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connec...

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...