The After Easter Podcast

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...

Blessed are Those Who Long for Righteousness Matthew 5:6 Main idea: We should desire God’s righteousness. The pursuit of righteousness is proof of godly character (Psalm 73:25). In order to gain righteousness, avoid anything that will curb your appetite (1 John 2:15). Those who seek righteousness will be filled (Matthew 5:6). _______________________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellec...

Special guest preacher Josh Winton. 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.com/respond To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/...

Guest Preacher: Dr. Cory Barnes The standards of the world stand opposed to God's purposes and his people (7:1-8). The father is sovereignty victorious (7:9-12). Christ reigns in glory (7:13-15). Application: Trusting human government for order and peace is a fool’s errand. Trust fully in the sovereign power of the Father. Submit to Christ who reigns in glory. ____________________________ To Respo...

Blessed are the Meek Matthew 5:5 Main idea: Following Christ requires humility. Meekness is revealed in us through submission. Meekness makes us more like Jesus. Meekness comes with a reward. __________________________ 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...

Blessed are Those Who Mourn Matthew 5:4 Main idea: Brokenness over sin results in sorrow for sin. “ Men have tears to shed for other things - but have none to spare for their sins.” -Thomas Watson Spiritual mourning is evidence of conviction and repentance. Spiritual mourning serves a purpose. Spiritual mourning is not without hope. Spiritual mourning results in God’s comfort. ____________________...

Blessed are the Poor in Spirit Matthew 5:3 Main idea: Coming to God requires brokenness over our sin. To be “poor in spirit” means to be broken over sin and fully aware of our need for a Savior. Without spiritual poverty we are incapable of receiving God's grace. The spiritually poor man… is separated from himself (Psalm 131:2); is dependent upon Jesus (Philippians 4:13); is always aware of his sh...

Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Malachi Main idea: God deserves our best. God accepts those who turn to Him (1:2-5). Our corruption is evidenced by our disobedience (1:6-2:16). God’s judgment serves to refine us (2:17-3:5). Faithfulness to God requires our best effort (3:6-4:6). _______________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechas...

Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Zechariah Main idea: God has a plan to redeem his people. Returning to God requires repentance (1:3-7:14). God’s love is for everyone and it can not be earned, only given and accepted (8:1-23). In the end, many will come to God (9:2-13:21). _________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connec...

Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Haggai Main idea: Our obedience reveals our priorities. What we give our hearts and time to reveals our priorities (1:2-6; 2:10-19). We can not lose the Lord’s favor, but we can miss his blessing (1:7-14; 2:4-5). We are either working toward God’s end or our own (2:1-9). _______________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect:...

Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Zephaniah Main idea: God will sustain his people through difficulty. God will give us purpose (3:9-10). God will give us humility (3:11-13). God will give us joy (3:14-15). God will give us peace (3:16-20). __________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbellechasse.com/connect-with-us.html To Give: http://ww...

Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Habakkuk Main idea: We can trust in the power, providence, and justice of God. God hears our complaints and knows the concerns of our hearts (1:2-4). God is in control (1:5-2:5). In regard to the state of this world, it is we that need to change, not God (3:1-19). ___________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To Connect: https://www.fbcbell...

Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Nahum Main idea: God will not allow sin to go unpunished nor will he allow the righteous to perish. God knows the hearts of man (1:3, 7, 9). God is a stronghold for those who take refuge in him (1:7). God is a fierce adversary of those who oppose him (1:2-3, 8). God will conquer evil (2:1-3:19). _____________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.ht...

Jesus the Redeemer: Then, Now, & Forever 1 Peter 1:3-12 Main idea: Jesus’s work on the cross made salvation possible for all generations: past, present, & future. Before the advent of Christ, faith was placed in the promised Messiah (1 Peter 1:10-12; Genesis 15:6; Romans 4:22-25). After the advent to today, faith is placed in the person of Christ (1 Peter 1:6-9; John 3:16). Salvation throu...

Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Micah Main idea: The people of God are to be a light in a dark place. The follower of God is expected to walk in the ways of God (6:8). God’s compassion does not cancel his anger (1:2-3:12; 6:1-16). God’s wrath does not quench his love (5:7-15; 7:1-20). To be a light in the darkness, we must reflect the source (5:1-9). _______________________________ To Respond: http:/...

Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Jonah Main idea: The love and forgiveness of God is for everyone. God calls whom he wills (Jonah 1:1-17). God saves those who rebel against him knowingly (2:1-3:3). God saves those who rebel against him unknowingly (3:4-10). Jonah’s disobedience spawned from a lack of love (4:1-11). ___________________________ To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html To C...