Podcasts by The After Easter Podcast
A ministry of First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse, LA featuring the weekly teachings of our Pastor, Rev. Brian Dedmon.
Further podcasts by FBC Belle Chasse
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215 Christmas Words: Peace - Luke 2:14 (December 10, 2023) from 2023-12-12T17:53:53
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-...
214 Christmas Words: Christ - Matthew 1:1, 18 (December 3, 2023) from 2023-12-12T17:29:10
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).
213 Baptist Distinctives: Church Membership - 1 Cor. 12:4-31 (November 26, 2023) from 2023-12-12T16:23:56
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 ...
212 Baptist Distinctives: Baptism - Acts 2:37-41, 8:26-40; Matt. 3:13-17 (November 19, 2023) from 2023-11-20T15:35:48
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 o...
211 Baptist Distinctives: Communion - 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 (November 12, 2023) from 2023-11-14T17:42:31
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...
210 Judges: Israel, Pt 2 - Judges 17:1-21:25 (November 5, 2023) from 2023-11-07T17:27:11
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 pea...
209 Judges: Samson - Judges 13:1-16:31 (October 29, 2023) from 2023-11-07T17:16:28
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 weakn...
208 Judges: Jephthah - Judges 10:6-12:18 (October 22, 2023) from 2023-10-25T21:58:43
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 ...
207 Judges: Gideon - Judes 6:1-10:5 (October 15, 2023) from 2023-10-25T21:56:24
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). ...
206 Judges: Deborah (Barack) - Judges 4:1-5:31 (October 8, 2023) from 2023-10-10T15:25:28
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).
205 Judges: Ehud (Shamgar) - Judges 3:12-31 (October 1, 2023) from 2023-10-01T17:23:27
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 t...
204 Judges: Othniel - Judges 2:6-3:11 (September 24, 2023) from 2023-10-01T17:21:38
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).
203 Judges: Israel, Part One - Judges 1:1-2:5 (September 17, 2023) from 2023-09-17T21:38:41
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-...
202 Temptation Come My Way: Run - 2 Timothy 2:22 (September 10, 2023) from 2023-09-11T21:10:41
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...
201 Temptation Come My Way: Prepare - Ephesians 6:10-20 (September 3, 2023) from 2023-09-05T21:53:23
Temptation Come My Way: Prepare
Ephesians 6:10-20; Isaiah 59:17
Main idea: We must be prepared for times of temptation.
Temptation ...
200 Temptation Come My Way: Trust - 1 Cor. 10:13 (August 27, 2023) from 2023-09-05T20:58:52
Temptation Come My Way: Trust
1 Corinthians 10:13
Main idea: God is with us in times of temptation.
Jesus experienced temptation an...
199 The LORD is Great - Psalm 135 (August 20, 2023) from 2023-09-05T20:56:27
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 i...
198 Blessed are the Persecuted - Matthew 5:10-12 (August 13, 2023) from 2023-08-17T15:55:51
Blessed are The Persecuted
Matthew 5:10-12
Main idea: Suffering on Christ’s behalf is a mark of the Christian.
The tears<...
197 Blessed are the Peacemakers - Matthew 5:9 (August 6, 2023) from 2023-08-17T15:47:36
Blessed are the Peacemakers
Matthew 5:9
Main idea: To be peaceful is to be like Jesus.
Christians are to be advocates...
196 - Dr. Bo Rice: Significantly Insignificant - John 6:1-14 (July 30, 2023) from 2023-08-17T15:42:41
Special guest, Dr. Bo Rice, presented a Word from God at FBC Belle Chasse on July 30, 2023.
To Respond: Listen
195 Blessed are the Pure in Heart - Matthew 5:8 (July 23, 2023) from 2023-07-24T16:13:16
Blessed are the Pure
Matthew 5:8
Main idea: God requires of us a pure heart.
Purity comes from a heart that has been c...
194 Blessed are the Merciful - Matthew 5:7 (July 16, 2023) from 2023-07-17T16:43:38
Blessed are the Merciful
Matthew 5:7
Main idea: Those who have experienced mercy give and receive mercy.
Those who do not show merc...
193 Blessed are Those Who Long for Righteousness - Matthew 5:6 (July 9, 2023) from 2023-07-17T16:39:39
Blessed are Those Who Long for Righteousness Matthew 5:6
Main idea: We should desire God’s righteousness.
The pursuit of righteousness is proof o...
192 Josh Winton: The Church in Antioch - Acts 11:19-13:3 (July 2, 2023) from 2023-07-17T16:35:19
Special guest preacher Josh Winton.
To Respond: http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html<...
191 Dr. Cory Barnes: The God of Chaos - Daniel 7:1-14 (June 25, 2023) from 2023-07-10T16:34:58
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).
C...
190 Blessed are the Meek - Matthew 5:5 (June 18, 2023) from 2023-07-10T16:33:06
Blessed are the Meek
Matthew 5:5
Main idea: Following Christ requires humility.
Meekness is revealed in us through submission.
Meekness makes u...
189 Blessed are Those Who Mourn - Matthew 5:4 (June 11, 2023) from 2023-06-12T15:35:49
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 ...
188 Blessed are the Poor in Spirit - Matthew 5:3 (June 4, 2023) from 2023-06-08T14:56:36
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 ful...
187 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Malachi (May 28, 2023) from 2023-06-08T14:53:18
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 disob...
186 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Zechariah (May 21, 2023) from 2023-06-08T14:52:02
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 everyon...
185 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Haggai (May 7, 2023) from 2023-05-07T22:20:54
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).
Listen
184 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Zechariah (April 30, 2023) from 2023-05-06T22:15:43
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 ...
183 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Habakkuk (April 23, 2023) from 2023-04-26T22:41:36
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 hea...
182 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Nahum (April 16, 2023) from 2023-04-26T22:34:57
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, ...
181 Jesus the Redeemer: Then, Now,&Forever - 1 Peter 1:3-12 (April 9, 2023) from 2023-04-09T19:09:05
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.
181 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Micah (April 2, 2023) from 2023-04-09T14:41:16
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).
180 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Jonah (March 26, 2023) from 2023-03-27T15:37:02
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 wh...
179 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Obadiah (March 19, 2023) from 2023-03-22T22:41:23
Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Obadiah
Main idea: God will judge those who oppose him.
God promises judgment upon those who oppose him (1-4).
We oppose God ...
178 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Amos (March 12, 2023) from 2023-03-16T04:20:35
Minor Prophet, Major Faith: Amos Memory Verse - Amos 5:4
Main idea: Love and serve both God and people.
Repentance begins within ourselves (2:4-6).
Our wo...
177 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Joel (March 5, 2023) from 2023-03-06T21:36:12
Minor Prophets, Major Faith: JOEL
Main idea: God is evident through times of hardship.
Suffering serves a purpose: we either turn to God or turn from God (1:1-2:11).
<...
176 Minor Prophets, Major Faith: Hosea (February 26, 2023) from 2023-02-27T15:22:14
Main idea: Our God is faithful to unfaithful people.
We are consistently unfaithful to God (2:13; 4:12; 9:1).
Despite our unfaithfulness, God is committed to us (2:20, 23; 3...
175 Christian Conduct: Weakness - 2 Corinthians 12:1-13:13 (February 19, 2023) from 2023-02-20T20:43:49
Christian Conduct: Weakness
2 Corinthians 12:1-13:13
Main idea: Our strength is found in God, not in ourselves.
We are called into the presence of God, we can not achie...
174 Christian Conduct: Opposition - 2 Corinthians 11:1-33 (February 12, 2023) from 2023-02-20T20:41:01
Christian Conduct: Opposition
2 Corinthians 11:1-33
Main idea: Christians must be aware of and be able to identify a false gospel.
We must be committed t...
173 Christian Conduct: Authority - 2 Corinthians 10:1-18 (February 5, 2023) from 2023-02-08T22:58:21
Christian Conduct: Authority
2 Corinthians 10:1-18
Main idea: Christians receive the authority to preach the Gospel from Jesus Christ.
Our authority is not...
172 Christian Conduct: Giving - 2 Corinthians 8:1-9:15 (January 29, 2023) from 2023-01-31T18:09:27
Christian Conduct: Giving 2 Corinthians 8:1-9:15
Main idea: The blessing of God demands frugalness and generosity.
Where your money goes, your heart will be al...
171 Christian Conduct: Reconciliation - 2 Corinthians 5:11-7:16 (January 25, 2023) from 2023-01-22T21:00:33
Christian Conduct: Reconciliation
2 Corinthians 5:11-7:16
Main idea: God calls for everyone to be reunited with him.
Reconciliation was the purpose...
170 Christian Conduct: Perseverance - 2 Corinthians 4:1-5:10 (January 15, 2023) from 2023-01-17T21:40:53
Christian Conduct: Perseverance
2 Corinthians 4:1-5:10
Main Idea: In blessing and hardship, we persist in the hope of Christ.
We persevere in proclaiming ...
169 Christian Conduct: Transformation - 2 Corinthians 3:1-18 (January 8, 2023) from 2023-01-12T22:02:18
Christian Conduct: Transformation
2 Corinthians 3:1-18
Main idea: The gospel of Christ brings about change.
Through the Holy Spirit, we have commendation, competency, a...
168 Christian Conduct: Forgiveness - 2 Corinthians 1:1-2:17 (January 1, 2023) from 2023-01-05T18:21:06
Christian Conduct: Forgiveness
2 Corinthians 1:1-2:17
Main idea: Paul described forgiveness as a mark of the faithful Christian.
Rebuke is necessary (2:1-...
167 The Miracle Recognized by the Magi - Matthew 2:1-12 (December 25, 2022) from 2023-01-05T18:18:10
The Miracle Recognized by the Magi
Matthew 2:1-12
Main idea: The wise men confirmed the fulfillment of Scripture.
The Magi were searching for a prophesied...
166 The Miracle in Mary - Luke 1:26-65 (December 18, 2022) from 2023-01-05T18:00:57
The Miracle in Mary
Luke 1:26-56
Main idea: Mary set the example as a humble servant of God.
Mary was chosen by God (Luke 1:26-29).
Mary was a...
165 The Miracle Witnessed by Shepherds - Luke 2:8-20 (December 11, 2022) from 2022-12-12T19:28:12
The Miracle Witnessed by the Shepherds
Luke 2:8-20
Main point: The shepherds were witnesses to the birth of the Christ child.
God chooses the lowly (Luke 2:8-14).
164 The Miracle Observed by Angels - Luke 2:8-14 (December 4, 2022) from 2022-12-12T19:25:17
The Miracle Observed by Angels
Luke 2:8-14
Main idea: The Christmas miracle was confirmed by the angels.
Angels serve God for the good of man (Acts 8:26).
Ange...
163 The Cross and the Resurrection - 1 Corinthians 15:1-16:24 (November 27, 2022) from 2022-11-29T20:56:01
The Cross and the Resurrection
1 Corinthians 15:1-16:24
Main idea: The cross is confirmed by the resurrection of Christ.
Christ’s resurrection is integral (15:1-11).
Listen
162 The Cross and Worship - 1 Corinthians 14:1-40 (November 20, 2022) from 2022-11-22T20:26:13
The Cross and Worship
1 Corinthians 14:1-40
Main idea: The cross deserves our thoughtful worship.
Worship is a pursuit (14:1a).
Worship is beneficial to others...
161 The Cross and Leadership - 1 Corinthians 12:1-13:13 (November 13, 2022) from 2022-11-15T23:01:34
The Cross and Leadership
1 Corinthians 12:1-13:13
Main idea: The cross provides the authority and the ability for leadership.
The spiritual gifts of God never oppose him ...
160 The Cross and Harmony - 1 Corinthians 11:2-34 (November 6, 2022) from 2022-11-11T05:56:18
The Cross and Harmony
1 Corinthians 11:2-34
Main idea: The cross demands that the church be at peace with itself, united by our devotion to God.
We are united by complime...
159 Dr. Kenny Moore: First Things First - Matthew 6:33 (October 30, 2022) from 2022-11-11T05:53:59
Guest preacher, Dr. Kenny Moore. Dr. Moore currently serves as the interim pastor of Morgan’s Chapel in Foley, AL. Dr. Moore holds the honor of the longest tenured pastor of First Baptist Church of...
Listen
158 The Cross and Discernment - 1 Corinthians 8:1-11:1 (October 23, 2022) from 2022-11-11T05:51:54
The Cross and Discernment
1 Corinthians 8:1-11:1
The Main Idea: The cross demands that we intentionally consider our actions.
We must consider the example that we set (8:...
157 Pastor Patrick Weaver: Prayer-Understanding God's Glory - Matthew 6:5-10 (October 16, 2022) from 2022-11-11T05:49:03
Guest preacher, Patrick Weaver of Metairie Baptist Church.
Prayer: Understanding God's Glory
Matthew 6:5-10
To Respond:
Listen
156 The Cross and Commitment - 1 Corinthians 7:1-40 (October 9, 2022) from 2022-10-10T15:16:21
The Cross and Commitment
1 Corinthians 7:1-40
The Main Idea: Marriage is an example of the faithful commitment that we make to God.
Commitment is about giving rather than...
155 The Cross and Discipline - 1 Corinthians 5:1-6:20 (October 2, 2022) from 2022-10-02T22:01
The Cross and Discipline
1 Corinthians 5:1-6:20
Main idea: The church is where sin is to be addressed, repented of, and forgiven, not hidden, ignored, or permitted.
Sin m...
154 The Cross and the Church - 1 Corinthians 3:1-4:16 (September 25, 2022) from 2022-09-27T21:04:12
The Cross and the Church
1 Corinthians 3:1-4:21
We must grow spiritually (3:1-4; 4:14-21).
We must support one another (3:5-16).
We all must be ministers (3:18...
153 The Significance of the Cross - 1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16 (September 18, 2022) from 2022-09-20T14:26:50
The Significance of the Cross
1 Corinthians 1:18-2:16
The cross is divisive (1:18).
The cross is uniting (1:18-26).
The cross is powerful (2:1-5).
T...
152 Job is Restored - Job 38:1-42:17 (September 11, 2022) from 2022-09-15T18:17:53
Job is Restored
Job 38:1-42:17
God’s response to Job: My wisdom is complete (38:1-40:2).
Job’s response to God: My knowledge is lacking (40:3-5).
God’s respons...
151 Job is Corrected - Job 29:1-37:24 (September 4, 2022) from 2022-09-07T20:34:09
Job is Corrected
Job 29:1-37:24
Job’s lament: Job recalled his prosperity and God’s blessing (29).
Job was maligned and denounced (30).
Job expressed his code of conduct (...
150 Job Is Humbled - Job 22:1-28:28 (August 28, 2022) from 2022-09-07T20:32:28
Job is Humbled
Job 22:1-28:28
Eliphaz’s Assertion: You are suffering because of your sin (22).
Job’s Response: God is my desire (23-24).
Bildad’s Assertion: A man c...
149 Job is Absolved - Job 15:1-21:34 (August 21, 2022) from 2022-08-21T23:22:43
Job is Absolved
Job 15:1-21:34
Eliphaz’s Assertion: Suffering is proof of wrongdoing (15).
Job’s Response: God is my advocate (16-17).
Bildad’s Assertion: Punishmen...
148 Job is Vindicated - Job 4:1-14:22 (August 14, 2022) from 2022-08-15T16:16:12
Job is Vindicated
Job 4:1-14:22
Eliphaz’s Assertion: You reap what you sow (4-5).
Job’s Response: My life is in God’s hands (6-7).
Bildad’s Assertion: Bad things on...
147 Job Worships God - Job 1:1-3:26 (August 7, 2022) from 2022-08-08T15:38:04
Job Worships God
Job 1:1-3:26
Job was a righteous, prosperous man who feared God (1:1-5)
Job was devastated by his life experience (1:6-3:26).
Job worshipped G...
146 The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector - Luke 18:9-14 (July 31, 2022) from 2022-08-08T14:57:41
The Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector
Luke 18:9-14
The Context: Jesus was rebuking those who were self-righteous.
The Content: A Pharisee and a Tax Collector ...
145 The Parable of the Friend at Midnight - Luke 11:5-8 (July 24, 2022) from 2022-08-08T14:56:08
The Friend at Midnight
Luke 11:5-8
The Context: Jesus was teaching his disciples how to pray.
The Content: A neighbor inconveniences himself to provide for his friend.
144 The Parable of the Two Debtors - Luke 7:41-43 (July 17, 2022) from 2022-07-18T03:14:07
The Parable of the Two Debtors
Luke 7:41-43
The Context: Jesus was questioned after accepting a sinner.
The Content: Two men owed money and their debts were forgiven.
Listen
143 The Parable of the Lost Sheep - Matt. 18:12-14; Luke 15:4-10 (July 10, 2022) from 2022-07-11T17:28:55
The Parable of the Lost Sheep
Matthew 18:12-14; Luke 15:4-10
The Context: Jesus was teaching about obedience.
The Content: Rejoicing ensues when what was lost is found.
142 The Parable of the Talents/Minas - Matt. 25:14-30; Luke 19:11-27 (July 3, 2022) from 2022-07-11T17:26:58
The Parable of the Talents/Minas
Matt. 25:14-30; Luke 19:11-27
The Context: Jesus was teaching about faithfulness and end times.
The Content: A man who was leaving on a l...
141 Dr. Blake Newsom: Salt&Light - Matthew 5:13-16 (June 26, 2022) from 2022-07-11T17:25:06
Special Guest preacher Dr. Blake Newsom.
Salt & Light
Matthew 5:13-16
To Respond:
http://www.fbcb...
140 The Parable of the Two Builders - Matt. 7:24-27; Luke 6:47-49 (June 19, 2022) from 2022-07-11T17:23:02
The Parable of the Two Builders
Matt. 7:24-27; Luke 6:47-49
Main idea: A solid faith comes from hearing and obeying Jesus.
The Context: Jesus is preaching to a great crow...
139 The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats - Matthew 25:31-46 (June 12, 2022) from 2022-07-11T17:14:58
The Sheep and the Goats
Matthew 25:31-46
Main idea: God expects for us to be genuine.
The Context: Jesus encountered a fig tree that bore no fruit.
The Content...
138 The Parable of the Banquet - Matt. 22:1-14 (June 5, 2022) from 2022-06-12T05:31:15
The Wedding Banquet/Feast
Matt. 22:1-14; Luke 14:15-24
We have been given an invitation to a relationship with God (Matt. 22:8-10; Luke 14:21-23).
Our relationship with G...
137 The Parable of the Wicked Tenants - Matt. 21:33-46 (May 29, 2022) from 2022-06-12T05:29:01
The Wicked Tenants
Matthew 21:33-46; Mark 12:1-12; Luke 20:9-19
Main idea: God desires our obedience.
The Context: The chief priests and elders inquired of Jesus regardin...
136 The Parables of the Mustard Seed, Leaven - Matt. 13:31-33 (May 22, 2022) from 2022-05-23T16:47:59
The Parables of the Mustard Seed & Leaven
Matt. 13:31-33; Mark 4:30-32; Luke 13:18-22
The Context: In each Gospel account, Jesus was teaching a crowd.
The Content: A seem...
135 The Parable of the Sower - Mark 4:3-9, 13-20 (May 8, 2022) from 2022-05-09T21:55:47
The Parable of the Sower
Mark 4:3-9, 13-20 (Matthew 13:3-23; Luke 8:5-15)
Main idea: Those that believe will hear the truth of Jesus’s teachings.
* The sower represents G...
134 Atonement: The Substitution - Hebrews 9:26, et al (May 1, 2022) from 2022-05-05T20:56:19
Atonement: The Substitution
Main idea: Jesus took our punishment for sin upon himself.
Christ is our salvation (Hebrews 9:26).
Christ is our propitiation (1 J...
133 Atonement: The Blood - Hebrews 9:11-10:18 (April 24, 2022) from 2022-04-25T19:27:55
Atonement: The Blood
Hebrews 9:11-10:18
Main idea: The blood of Christ is the means of the atonement.
Blood is the source of life (Leviticus 17:11; Romans 6:23).
Chr...
132 Atonement: The Resurrection - 1 Corinthians 15:1-58 (April 17, 2022) from 2022-04-23T06:39:34
Atonement: The Resurrection
1 Corinthians 15:1-58
Main Idea: The resurrection is essential to the Gospel of Christ.
The necessity of Christ’s resurrection (15:1-4).
...
131 Atonement: The Cross - John 19:16-18; Col. 1:15-20 (April 10, 2022) from 2022-04-15T21:29:31
Atonement: The Cross
Colossians 1:15-20
Main idea: The cross is the most important event in human history.
The pain of the cross (John 19:1, 16-18).
The significance...
130 TEN: Be Content - Exodus 20:17 (April 3, 2022) from 2022-04-04T01:47:28
TEN: Be Content
Exodus 20:17
Main idea: God wants us to desire his provision.
Contentedness can keep us from sin (Exodus 20:17).
Contentedness makes us more ca...
129 TEN: Tell the Truth - Exodus 20:16 (March 27, 2022) from 2022-03-30T15:16:46
TEN: Tell the Truth
Exodus 20:16
Main idea: God wants us to be honest.
We must not lie to or about others (Exodus 20:16).
We must not lie to ourselves (1 John 1:8).<...
128 TEN: Value Integrity - Exodus 20:15 (March 20, 2022) from 2022-03-21T14:30:11
TEN: Value Integrity
Exodus 20:15
Main idea: God desires that we value integrity more than things.
We must not be consumed by greed (Matthew 6:19-21).
We must strive...
127 TEN: Be Faithful - Exodus 20:14 (March 13, 2022) from 2022-03-13T18:59
TEN: Be Faithful
Exodus 20:14
Main idea: Being faithful is a mark of godliness.
We must be faithful in our affections (Matt. 5:27-28, 31-32).
We must be faithful in ...
126 TEN: Cherish Life - Exodus 20:13 (March 6, 2022) from 2022-03-08T22:25:08
TEN: Cherish Life
Exodus 20:13
Main idea: God instructs us to value all human life.
We cherish life by respecting others (Matt 5:21-22, 46-47).
We cheris...
125 TEN: With Honor - Exodus 20:12 (February 27, 2022) from 2022-03-08T22:18:55
TEN: With Honor
Exodus 20:12
Main idea: We honor God with obedience to the Father, as Jesus did.
The parent/child relationship is symbolic of the God/man relationship (E...
124 TEN: Keep It Holy - Exodus 20:8-11 (February 20, 2022) from 2022-02-21T17:49:27
TEN: Keep It Holy
Exodus 20:8-11
Main Idea:
“Sabbath” means “rest.”
Busyness is the enemy of rest (Exodus 20:8).
Rest is a necessity for everyone (Exodus...
123 TEN: Raise Your Banner - Exodus 20:7 (February 13, 2022) from 2022-02-15T15:25:17
TEN: Raise Your Banner
Exodus 20:7
Main idea: Those who claim to belong to God but do not live obediently misuse God’s name.
We must not disrespect the name of the Lord.<...
122 TEN: Put God First - Exodus 20:4-6 (February 6, 2022) from 2022-02-08T16:14:32
TEN: Put God First
Exodus 20:4-6
Main idea: Nothing in our lives should come before our devotion to God.
We must not worship the image of God, but God himself, in Spirit ...
121 TEN: God, Your God - Exodus 20:2-3 (January 30, 2022) from 2022-02-08T16:04:41
TEN: God, Your God
Exodus 20:2-3; Leviticus 18:1-5
Main Idea: God has committed himself to us, so we should commit ourselves to God.
The Lord is God (20:2).
We...
120 The Trinity: Redemption - Ephesians 1:3-14 (January 23, 2022) from 2022-01-23T23:08:10
The Trinity: Redemption
Ephesians 1:3-14
Main idea: The members of the Trinity served distinct roles in God’s salvific plan.
The Father is the author of redemption ...
120 The Trinity: Redemption - Ephesians 1:3-14 (January 23, 2022) from 2022-01-23T23:08:10
The Trinity: Redemption
Ephesians 1:3-14
Main idea: The members of the Trinity served distinct roles in God’s salvific plan.
The Father is the author of redemption ...
119 The Trinity: Incarnation - Matthew 3:16-17 (January 16, 2022) from 2022-01-21T18:04:54
The Trinity: Incarnation
Matthew 3:16-17
Main idea: The members of the Trinity served distinct roles in the incarnation of Jesus.
The Father is speaking (God directs) (3:...
118 The Trinity: Creation - Genesis 1:1-2; John 1:1-3 (January 9, 2022) from 2022-01-13T21:02:23
The Trinity: Creation
Genesis 1:1-2; John 1:1-3
Main Idea: The members of the Trinity served distinct roles in creation.
The Father is the source of creation (Genesis 1:1...
117 God's Covenant with Abraham - Genesis 15:7-21 (Jarred Ott - January 2, 2022) from 2022-01-03T17:25:56
To Respond:
http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html
To Connect:
Listen
116 Rev. Kermit Jones, Jr.: Waiting for Christmas - Luke 2:22-40 (December 26, 2021) from 2022-01-03T17:22:50
To Respond:
http://www.fbcbellechasse.com/respond.html
To Connect:
Listen
115 The Arrived Messiah - Matthew 3:1-17 (December 26, 2021 @ Brandon Baptist Church) from 2022-01-03T17:14:40
The Arrived Messiah
Matthew 3:1-17
Main Idea: The Messiah has arrived. What do we do now?
We respond with repentance (3:1-3).
We respond with baptism (3:4-12; Ezekie...
114 The Flight to Egypt - Matthew 2:13-23 (December 19, 2021) from 2021-12-23T15:25:02
The Flight to Egypt
Matthew 2:13-23
Main Idea: The flight of Jesus’ family reveals God’s plan.
Jesus was sent and guided by God (2:13-23).
Jesus’ return from exile w...
113 The Wise Men - Matthew 2:1-12 (December 12, 2021) from 2021-12-13T16:05:49
The Wise Men
Matthew 2:1-12
Main Idea: The visit of the Magi proclaims the importance of Jesus’ birth.
Jesus’s birth holds historical significance (2:1).
Jesus was a...
112 The Birth of Jesus - Matthew 1:18-25 (December 5, 2021) from 2021-12-10T22:35:50
The Birth of Jesus
Matthew 1:18-25
Main idea: The birth of Christ had a divine objective.
Jesus was born miraculously (1:18-20. 24-25).
Jesus was born according to p...
111 The Genealogy of Christ - Matthew 1:1-17 (November 28, 2021) from 2021-11-30T22:44:39
The Genealogy of Jesus
Matthew 1:1-17
Main idea: The birth of Christ was the fulfillment of prophecy.
Christ’s birth is a turning point in history (1:1-17).
Christ i...
110 Christian Living - Hebrews 13:1-25 (November 21, 2021) from 2021-11-22T05:04:05
Christian Living
Hebrews 13:1-25
Main Idea: The Christian life is one of action.
We must will to love (13:1-3).
We must strive for purity (13:4-6).
We must seek...
109 The Christian Life - Hebrews 12:18-29 (November 14, 2021) from 2021-11-15T21:59
The Christian Life
Hebrews 12:18-29
Main idea: The Christian life is one of privilege and responsibility.
We have an intimate relationship (12:18-24).
We have an ins...
108 The Need for Consistency - Hebrews 12:12-17 (November 7, 2021) from 2021-11-09T21:20:45
The Need for Consistency
Hebrews 12:12-17
Main idea: Consistency is in the Christian life is maintained through personal and social effort.
The need for personal commitme...
107 The Need for Discipline - Hebrews 12:1-11 (October 31, 2021) from 2021-11-01T16:33:30
The Need for Discipline
Hebrews 12:1-11
Main idea: Discipline is essential for the Christian Life.
Discipline results in stamina (12:1-3).
Discipline comes through s...
106 The Faith of Those Before Us - Hebrews 11:4-40 (October 24, 2021) from 2021-10-25T16:38:34
The Faith of Those Before Us
Hebrews 11:4-40
Main idea: God will be faithful to us as he has been to those before us.
Live by faith (11:4-22).
Walk by faith (11:23-2...
105 The Nature of Faith - Hebrews 11:1-3 (October 17, 2021) from 2021-10-18T02:37:31
The Nature of Faith
Hebrews 11:1-3
Main idea: Faith is the foundation of spiritual growth.
Faith defines our reality (11:1)
Faith is the source of all spiritual achi...
104 Endurance in Christ - Hebrews 10:32-39 (October 10, 2021) from 2021-10-11T15:36:36
Endurance in Christ
Hebrews 10:32-39
Main Idea: In Christ, we have the hope and strength to persevere.
Remember God’s past faithfulness (10:32-34).
Respond to God’s ...
103 The Reality of Judgment - Hebrews 10:19-31 (October 3, 2021) from 2021-10-04T02:04:44
The Reality of Judgment
Hebrews 10:19-31
Main idea: We must follow God or face God’s judgment.
Our new life in Christ (10:19-25).
* In Christ, we have confidence (19...
102 The Sacrifice of Christ - Hebrews 10:1-18 (September 26, 2021) from 2021-09-29T19:17:39
The Sacrifice of Christ
Hebrews 10:1-18 / Jer. 31:31-34
Main Idea: Christ’s work on the cross is permanent.
Christ’s is the greatest sacrifice (10:1-4).
Christ’s obe...
101 Our Poetic God - Habakkuk 3:1-19 (September 19, 2021) from 2021-09-20T16:44:39
Our Poetic God
Habakkuk 3:1-19
Main idea: The majesty of God can not be defined by words or thought.
Our God is beyond comprehension (3:2-16).
Our God can not be des...
100 Our Faithful God - Habakkuk 1:13; 2:2-5 (September 12, 2021) from 2021-09-20T16:31:58
Our Faithful God
Habakkuk 1:13; 2:2-5
Main Idea: God is good whether we are or not. / In times of uncertainty or calamity, we can trust in our faithful God.
Remember God’...
99 Our Sufficient God - Habakkuk 1-3 (September 5, 2021) from 2021-09-20T16:29:32
Our Sufficient God
Habakkuk 1-3
Main idea: We call out to God for help in our distress because he is the only one who can help.
Habakkuk defined the source of his distres...
98 Fulfill Your Ministry - 2 Timothy 4:1-8 (August 29, 2021) from 2021-08-31T21:30:18
Fulfill Your Ministry
2 Timothy 4:1-8
Main Idea: Ministry is the calling of every Christ-follower.
* Preach God’s word with integrity (4:1-2).
* Be prepared for reje...
97 Be of Use to God - 2 Timothy 2:14-26 (August 22, 2021) from 2021-08-22T17:07:19
Be God’s Servant
2 Timothy 2:14-26
Main idea: God’s uses those who are ready and willing.
- Speak truth (14-15).
- Do do not cause discord (16-19).
- Be prepare...
96 Do Not Be Ashamed - 2 Timothy 1:8-18 (August 15, 2021) from 2021-08-15T16:58:04
Do Not Be Ashamed
2 Timothy 1:8-18
Do not be ashamed of the Gospel… (1:8).
…for God’s power is reliable… (1:8-12).
…and His word is trustworthy (1:13-18).
To Re...
95 The Work of Christ - Hebrews 9:23-28 (August 8, 2021) from 2021-08-13T14:18:09
The Work of Christ
Hebrews 9:23-28
Main idea: Christ’s work on the cross was a one-time-for-all sacrifice, one that would never need to be repeated.
A better, purer sacri...
94 The Intercession of Christ - Hebrews 9:15-22 (August 1, 2021) from 2021-08-02T21:56:14
The Intercession of Christ
Hebrews 9:15-22
Main Idea: Under the new covenant, Christ intercedes for our forgiveness.
* Jesus is the mediator for past, present, and future...
93 The New Covenant in Christ - Hebrews 9:1-14 (July 25, 2021) from 2021-07-26T16:53:14
The New Covenant in Christ
Hebrews 9:1-14
Ceremonies and Chapels can not save (9:1-10).
* An ineffective place (9:2-5).
* An ineffective ritual (9:6-7).
The new coven...
92 The Promise Fulfilled in Christ - Hebrews 8:7-13 (July 18, 2021) from 2021-07-19T21:22:29
The Promise in Christ
Hebrews 8:7-13
The reason for the new covenant (8:7).
The content of the new covenant (8:8-12).
* (8:10) Inward moral guidance.
* (8:11) Persona...
91 The Ministry of Christ - Hebrews 8:1-6 (July 11, 2021) from 2021-07-12T13:59:07
The Ministry of Christ
Hebrews 8:1-6
Jesus, our everlasting sacrifice (8:1, 3).
Jesus, our enduring servant (8:2).
Jesus, our eternal high priest (8:3-5).
Jesus, our ...
90 A New Priesthood - Hebrews 6:13-7:28 (July 4, 2021) from 2021-07-07T16:57:51
A New Priesthood
Hebrews 6:13-7:28
We can trust in God’s promise (6:13-20).
We have a new, better covenant (7:1-10).
We have an everlasting high priest (7:11-28).
89 A Warning Against Apostasy - Hebrews 6:4-12 (June 27, 2021) from 2021-06-28T03:14:33
A Warning Against Apostasy
Hebrews 6:4-12
Faith is more than confession (6:4-6).
Insincere faith comes with consequences (6:6-8).
Genuine faith is evidenced by endurance (...
88 Christian Maturity - Hebrews 5:11-6:3 (June 20, 2021) from 2021-06-23T17:05:04
Christian Maturity
Hebrews 5:11-6:3
Christian maturity requires effort.
* We must not succumb to laziness (5:11).
* We must grow beyond the elementary (5:12-6:2).
* W...
87 The Priesthood of Christ - Hebrews 4:14-5:10 (June 13, 2021) from 2021-06-17T15:55:23
The Priesthood of Christ
Hebrews 4:14-5:10
Jesus is the superior high priest (4:14-5:6).
Jesus set the example for man (5:7-8).
Jesus did what man could not (5:9-10).
86 The Rest In Christ - Hebrews 4:1-13 (June 6, 2021) from 2021-06-07T21:22:20
The Rest in Christ
Hebrews 4:1-13
We have received the good news (4:1-2).
Our rest is in Heaven, with Christ, if we believe (4:3-11).
We achieve rest through dedication to...
85 The Denial of Christ - Hebrews 3:7-19 (May 30, 2021) from 2021-06-01T16:45:22
The Denial of Christ
Hebrews 3:7-19
Do not rebel against God (3:7-12).
Do not be desensitized to sin (3:13).
Hold firmly to belief in Christ (3:14-15).
Beware the con...
84 A Light in the Darkness - Philippians 2:12-18 (May 23, 2021) from 2021-05-25T15:47:19
A Light in the Darkness
Philippians 2:12-18
This is your faith journey (2:12-13).
* Obey in the absence of leadership as much as in its presence.
* “Work out/at” your fait...
83 The Faithfulness of Christ - Hebrews 3:1-6 (May 16, 2021) from 2021-05-25T15:45:38
The Faithfulness of Christ
Hebrews 3:1-6
Both Jesus and Moses are examples of faithfulness (3:1-2).
* Everyone must “consider” Jesus.
* We must be obedient like Jesus and ...
82 The Humanity of Christ - Hebrews 2:5-18 (May 9, 2021) from 2021-05-10T20:15:56
The Humanity of Christ
Hebrews 2:5-18
Jesus humbled himself to be with us (2:5-9).
Jesus identified with humanity by experiencing suffering (2:10-13).
Jesus became man so ...
81 The Way of Christ - Hebrews 2:1-4 (May 2, 2021) from 2021-05-03T17:11:24
The Way of Christ
Hebrews 2:1-4
Do not stray from Christ’s way (2:1)
There is no salvation apart from Christ’s way (2:2-3a).
Christ’s way is confirmed by those who heard ...
80 The Superiority of Christ - Hebrews 1:4-14 (April 25, 2021) from 2021-04-28T19:56:14
The Superiority of Christ
Hebrews 1:4-14
Jesus is the Son (4-5).
Jesus has superior dignity (6-7).
Jesus has a superior role (8-9).
Jesus is unchanging (10-12).
...
79 The Greatness of Christ - Hebrews 1:1-4 (April 18, 2021) from 2021-04-19T20:31:43
The Greatness of Christ
Hebrews 1:1-4
God has used prophets to communicate with his people (1).
Jesus is the superior prophet (2a).
Jesus is the means of creation (2b).
78 God's Servant - Isaiah 49:1-7 (April 11, 2021 @ Brandon Baptist Church) from 2021-04-13T20:59:52
God’s Servant
Isaiah 49:1-7
The servant is called to declare God’s word to the people (1-3).
The servant’s reward is not in this life (4-5).
The servant’s example is serva...
77 Dr. Jeffrey Riley: Don't Lose Heart - 2 Corinthians 4:1-2 (April 11, 2021) from 2021-04-13T19:15:40
Guest speaker Dr. Jeffrey Riley
Title: Don't Lose Heart
Bible Passage: 2 Corinthians 4:1-2
76 Two Criminals, One Savior - Luke 23:32-43 (April 4, 2021) from 2021-04-08T20:21:28
Two Criminals, One Savior
Luke 23:32-43
Jesus became one of the guilty (Luke 23:32-38).
Jesus must be either rejected or accepted (Luke 23:39-42).
Jesus is able to save us...
75 Observing the Lord's Supper - 1 Corinthians 11:17-34 (March 28, 2021) from 2021-04-08T20:19:54
Observance of the Lord’s Supper
1 Corinthians 11:17-34
We desire unity in the body (11:17-22, 27-34).
We commemorate the sacrifice of Christ (11:23-25).
We proclaim Christ...
74 The Lord's Supper - Matthew 26; Mark 14; Luke 22 (March 21, 2021) from 2021-03-22T20:47:51
The Lord’s Supper
Matthew 26:26-30, Mark 14:22-26, Luke 22:14-20
• We share in fellowship (Matt 26:26-27; Mark 14:22-23; Luke 22:14-17).
• We share in remembrance (Luke 22:19)....
73 Live for God - Ecclesiastes 11:1-12:14 (March 14, 2021) from 2021-03-15T17:24:52
Live for God
Ecclesiastes 11:1-12:14
* We must live venturously (11:1-7).
* We must live gratefully (11:7-10).
* We must live intentionally (12:1-12).
* We must live ...
72 Wisdom as Folly - Ecclesiastes 9:1-10:20 (March 7, 2021) from 2021-03-08T19:22:35
Wisdom vs Folly
Ecclesiastes 9:1-10:20
Wisdom is limited (9:1-10).
Wisdom is not appreciated (9:11-16).
Wisdom is easily thwarted (9:17-10:20).
Wisdom can be an idol ...
71 Knowledge vs Wisdom - Ecclesiastes 8:1-17 (February 28, 2021) from 2021-03-01T15:58:52
Knowledge vs Wisdom
Ecclesiastes 8:1-17
* The harsh reality of this world (2-4, 7-9, 10-11).
* Wisdom changes a person (1, 5-6, 12-13, 15-17).
* Wisdom reflects the teachi...
70 Act Now - Ecclesiastes 6:10-7:29 (February 21, 2021) from 2021-02-22T17:41:28
Act Now
Ecclesiastes 6:10-7:29
* Act now, or forever have regret (6:10-12).
* Act now, life is not lived in vain (7:1-22).
* Act now, for wisdom is greater than folly (7:2...
69 Greed and its Folly - Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:9 (February 14, 2021) from 2021-02-15T22:41:53
Greed and its Folly
Ecclesiastes 5:8-6:9
Greed fuels corruption (5:8-17).
Contentment leads to joy (18-20).
Money can not buy contentment (6:1-9).
To Respond:
68 Our Place in Worship - Ecclesiastes 5:1-7 (February 7, 2021) from 2021-02-08T15:51:52
Our Place in Worship
Ecclesiastes 5:1-7
* God deserves our obedience (5:1)
* God deserve our submission (5:2-3).
* God deserves our devotion (5:4-7).
To Respond...
67 The Mystery of God's Will - Ephesians 1:1-14 (January 31, 2021 - Chaplain Kermit Jones, Jr.) from 2021-02-08T15:49:54
The Mystery of God's Will
Ephesians 1:1-14
• Attempting to find God's will or seek God's will is un-Christian and paganistic.
• 6 Ways to know God's will:
- Read the Bible...
66 Our Place in God's Order - Ecclesiastes 4:4-16 (January 24, 2021) from 2021-01-25T20:24:58
Our Place In God’s Order
Ecclesiastes 4:4-16
We are made for service (4-5).
We are instructed to rest (6).
We are meant for community (7-16).
* The benefits of co...
65 Experience vs Faith - Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:3 (January 17, 2021) from 2021-01-25T20:23:16
Experience Vs Faith
Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:3
Our faith is not based upon our own experience.
* (3:16-17) There is no justice, only corruption.
* (3:18-21) We are no different...
64 Everything In Its Time - Ecclesiastes 3:1-15 (January 10, 2021) from 2021-01-11T12:55:17
Everything In Its Time
Ecclesiastes 3:1-15
• (God’s) Timing is everything (1-8).
• We are limited in our comprehension (9-11a).
• We have an intrinsic desire for the everl...
63 Can Life Have Meaning? - Ecclesiastes 1:1-2:26 (January 3, 2021) from 2021-01-04T22:57:48
Can life have meaning?
Ecclesiastes 1:1-2:26
Life has no meaning (1:1-18).
Living is futile (2:1-23).
* The experience of pleasure is futile (2:1-3).
* The a...
62 The Unorthodox Gospel - Luke 5-10 (December 27, 2020) from 2021-01-04T22:43:17
The Unorthodox Gospel
Luke 5-10
Jesus chose Levi, a tax collector, as a disciple (5:27-31).
Jesus and his disciples worked on the Sabbath (6:1-11).
* The disciples harvest...
61 The Gospel Journey - Luke 9-18 (December 20, 2020) from 2020-12-21T17:22:50
The Gospel Journey
Luke 9-18
Luke declared who Jesus is (9:7-9, 18-21).
Jesus journeyed resolutely towards Jerusalem and the cross (9:22, 44-45, 53).
Jesus accomplished al...
60 The Gospel of Action - Luke 7-19 (December 13, 2020) from 2020-12-21T17:14
The Gospel of Action
Luke 7-19
Jesus’s parables spur us to action (7:36–50; 10:25–37).
Jesus’s parables want to change our hearts and minds (18:1-14).
Jesus’s parables are...
59 The Unexpected Gospel - Luke 1-10 (December 6, 2020) from 2020-12-07T20:18:41
The Unexpected Gospel
Luke 1-10
* Mary - Unexpected submission (1:10-20, 26-38).
* The Roman Centurion - Unexpected faith (7:1–10).
* The Rejected Woman - Unexpected worsh...
58 The Gospel of Amazement - Luke 2-5 (November 29, 2020) from 2020-11-30T15:52:12
Luke: The Gospel of Amazement
Luke 2:18, 2:47, 2:48, 5:9, & 5:26
• All who heard the message of Christ were amazed (2:18).
• Jesus amazed the religious leaders in Jerusalem (2...
57 The Plea of a Fellow Believer - Jude 1-25 (November 22, 2020) from 2020-11-24T20:09:36
The Plea of a Fellow Believer
Jude 1-25
• A plea for unity (1-4, 19).
• A plea to hold to truth (5-18).
• A plea to love (20-21).
• A plea to shepherd (22-23).
...
56 The Assurance of Christ's Return - 2 Peter 3:1-18 (Nov 15, 2020) from 2020-11-16T20:50:54
The Assurance of Christ’s Return
2 Peter 3:1-18
• Be bold in the face of opposition (3:1-10).
• Be pure in the sight of God (3:11-18).
55 The Presence of False Teachers - 2 Peter 2:1-22 (November 8, 2020) from 2020-11-10T16:05:11
The Presence of False Teachers
2 Peter 2:1-22
Beware of false teachers (1-3).
The punishment for false teachers (2:4-10a).
The traits of false teachers (2:10b-19).
* ...
54 The Confirmation of Christ - 2 Peter 1:12-21 (November 1, 2020) from 2020-11-03T17:43:45
The Confirmation of Christ
2 Peter 1:12-21
• A call to remember (1:12-15).
• An assurance of Christ's Second Coming (1:16-21).
- The Gospel is more than clever stories" (1...
53 The Growth of the Believer - 2 Peter 1:1-11 (October 25, 2020) from 2020-10-26T14:54:58
The Growth of a Believer
2 Peter 1:1-11
* We have what we need to grow in Christ (1-4).
* The results of growth (5-8).
* The consequences of idleness (9-11).
To...
52 Living in Light - 1 Peter 5:8-14 (October 18, 2020) from 2020-10-19T15:02:58
Living in Light
1 Peter 5:8-14
* Beware the enemy, the devil (5:8).
* Our faith is our defense against the devil (5:9).
- Resist the devil.
- Stand firm in yo...
51 Living in Community - 1 Peter 5:1-4 (October 11, 2020) from 2020-10-12T21:18:19
Living in Community
1 Peter 5:1-7
• Elders, lead the church (1-4).
• New Christians, follow Christ’s example (5).
• Church, humble yourselves before God (6-7).
50 Lives of Suffering - 1 Peter 4:1-19 (October 4, 2020) from 2020-10-05T14:42:46
Lives of Suffering
1 Peter 4:1-19
* We suffer while separated from sin (4:1-6).
* We suffer in service (4:7-11).
* We suffer expectantly (4:12-19).
49 Living Righteously - 1 Peter 3:8-22 (September 27, 2020) from 2020-09-29T20:38:18
Living Righteously
1 Peter 3:8-22
* Unity of Spirit, a tender heart, and a humble mind (8).
* Return blessing when evil is done to you (9-12).
* Suffer for the sake of rig...
48 Lives of Surrender - 1 Peter 2:11-3:7 (September 20, 2020) from 2020-09-21T11:25:19
Lives of Surrender
1 Peter 2:11-3:7
• Do not submit to sinful desires (2:11-12).
• Submit to authority (2:13-20).
• Submit as Christ did for us (2:21-27).
• Submit to...
47 Living Stones - 1 Peter 2:1-10 (September 13, 2020) from 2020-09-14T11:05:16
Living Stones
1 Peter 2:1-10
To be holy, purify your desires (1).
To be holy, be fed by God's word (2-3).
To be holy, be the church (4-10).
46 Lives of Love - 1 Peter 1:13-25 (September 6, 2020) from 2020-09-08T02:43:01
Lives of Love
1 Peter 1:13-25
• Live hopefully (13).
• Be holy (14-16).
• Fear properly (17-21).
• Love sincerely (22-25).
45 A New Life - 1 Peter 1:1-12 (August 30, 2020) from 2020-08-31T11:30:16
A New Life
1 Peter 1:1-12
Our future (3-5).
* A living hope (3a).
* An imperishable, unfading, uncorrupted inheritance (4).
* A ready salvation (5).
Our p...
44 The Gentile Mission - Acts 10:17-48 (August 26, 2020) from 2020-08-27T11:25:16
The Gentile Mission
Acts 10:17-48
* To effectively minister we must know our place (Acts 10:17-26).
* To effectively minister we must leave our comfort zone (Acts 10:27-28).
43 The Imago Dei - Gen. 1:26-27, 5:1, 9:6; 1 Cor 11:7, Jas. 3:9 (August 23, 2020) from 2020-08-24T11:35:19
Rev. Brian Dedmon presents a broad introduction and challenge based on the concept of "The Image of God."
Listen
42 God Grants Vision - Acts 10:1-16 (August 19, 2020) from 2020-08-20T19:57:09
God Grants Vision
Acts 10:1-16
* God is honored by our obedience (1-4).
* God gives us a mission (5-8).
* God intervenes on our behalf (9-16).
To give:
Listen
41 A Leader's Rebuke - Nehemiah 13:1-31 (August 16, 2020) from 2020-08-18T14:28:58
A Leader’s Rebuke
Nehemiah 13:1-31
The people are reminded of their devotion to God (13:1-3).
The people are reminded of their faults (13:4-31).
* Nehemiah corrected the I...
40 Marks of a Christian - Acts 9:36-42 (August 12, 2020) from 2020-08-13T11:45:21
The Marks of a Christian - Acts 9:36-43
The Christian is marked by generosity, influence, and faith.
39 The People's Worship - Nehemiah 12:1-47 (August 9, 2020) from 2020-08-10T21:58:38
The People’s Worship
Nehemiah 12:1-47
* Worship leaders were God-appointed (1-26).
* Purification preceded worship (27-30).
* Their worship was reactionary, not obligatory...
38 The Holy Spirit Acts - Acts 9:26-34 (August 5, 2020) from 2020-08-06T11:15:16
The Holy Spirit Acts
Acts 9:26-34
* The Spirit gives us boldness (9:26-30).
* The Spirit gives us success (9:31).
* The Spirit gives us healing (9:32-35).
37 The People's Commission - Nehemiah 11:1-36 (August 2, 2020) from 2020-08-03T22:12:06
The People’s Commission
Nehemiah 11:1-36
* The fate of the people was in God’s hands (11:1a).
* Some changed their lives to serve God (11:1b).
* The people supported those...
36 God Calls Us Away - Acts 9:10-23 (July 29, 2020) from 2020-07-30T11:35:04
God’s Calls Us Away
Acts 9:10-23
* God calls us away from our old life (Acts 9:1-10).
* God calls us away from comfort (Acts 9:11-16).
* God calls us away from doubt (Acts...
35 The People's Commitment - Nehemiah 9:38-10:36 (July 26, 2020) from 2020-07-27T11:31
The People’s Commitment
Nehemiah 9:38-10:39
* The commitment was a deliberate spectacle (9:38).
* The commitment started with the leadership (10:1-29).
* The governor:...
34 Radical Life Change - Acts 9:1-9 (July 22, 2020) from 2020-07-23T11:25:13
Radical Life Change
Acts 9:1-9
* We live in rebellion (1-2).
* Jesus is revealed to us (3-6).
* The change is evident (7-9).
33 The People's Confession - Nehemiah 9:1-37 (July 19, 2020) from 2020-07-20T11:42
The People’s Confession
Nehemiah 9:1-37
* Their confession was corporate (9:1-5).
* They act with humility (9:1).
* They express loyalty to God (9:2).
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32 God's Guidance - Acts 8:26-40 (July 15, 2020) from 2020-07-16T11:20:20
God’s Guidance
Acts 8:26-40
* God will lead us (26-29).
* God will go before us (30-35).
* God will provide (36-40).
31 The People and God's Word - Nehemiah 8:1-18 (July 12, 2020) from 2020-07-13T11:05:12
The People and God's Word
Nehemiah 8:1-18
• The Reading of God's Word (1-8).
• The Reception of God's Word (9-12).
• The Response to God's Word (13-18).
30 The Heart's Intent - Acts 8:9-25 (July 8, 2020) from 2020-07-09T16:57:36
The Heart’s Intent
Acts 8:9-25
* Simon drew praise away from God (9-12).
* Simon’s focus of his belief was on what it would gain him (12-19).
* Simon was saved, but his h...
29 The Change Inside - Nehemiah 7:1-73 (July 5, 2020) from 2020-07-06T11:15:14
The Change Inside - Neh. 7:1-73
• His focus was on God (7:1).
• His eye was on the enemy (7:2-3).
• His heart was for the people (7:4-73).
• The wall is a metaphor, representing...
28 The Call to Go - Acts 8:4-8 (July 1, 2020) from 2020-07-02T10:50:15
The Call to Go
Acts 8:3-8
* God’s call is to “Go.” (Acts 1:8; 8:4).
* We have misinterpreted God’s call (8:4).
* God will do the work through us (8:5-8).
27 A Godly Leader - Nehemiah 6:1-19 (June 28, 2020) from 2020-06-29T17:14:30
A Godly Leader
Nehemiah 6:1-19
* The enemy is on the attack(6:1-15).
* A godly leader should have discernment (6:1-4).
* A godly leader should have confidence (6:5...
26 Purpose in Loss - Acts 6:8-15; 7:54-8:3 (June 24, 2020) from 2020-06-26T23:29:46
Purpose in Loss
Acts 6:8-15; 7:54-8:3
In the life of a Christ-follower:
* There will be opposition (6:8-14).
* There will be distraction (6:15).
* There will be purpo...
25 Godly Compassion - Nehemiah 5:1-19 (June 21, 2020) from 2020-06-22T11:10:13
Godly Compassion
Nehemiah 5:1-19
* Identify the problem (1-5).
* Make a plea of restoration to who is in the wrong (6-13).
* Lead by example (14-19).
24 How We Fail God - Acts 7:37-53 (June 17, 2020) from 2020-06-22T01:00:38
How We Fail God
Acts 7:37-53
* We rebel against God (37-43).
* We try to put God in a box (44-50).
* We ignore God’s conviction (51-53).
23 God's People On Guard - Nehemiah 4:1-23 (June 14, 2020) from 2020-06-15T10:55:10
Two aspects of the fourth chapter of Nehemiah are explored: the attack of the enemy and the reaction of the people.
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22 God is For All - Acts 7:2-36 (June 10, 2020) from 2020-06-13T22:35:50
Stephen's speech in Acts 7 is introduced and explored in the first of two sessions on this chapter.
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21 The Call to Serve - Nehemiah 3:1-32 (June 7, 2020) from 2020-06-08T11:15:08
A closer look at the list of workers named in Nehemiah chapter 3. The third in our session in the book of Nehemiah.
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20 Triumph Through Conflict - Acts 6:1-7 (June 3, 2020) from 2020-06-05T03:43:15
Rev. Brian Dedmon picks up in our study through the book of Acts in chapter 6.
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19 God is On Our Side - Nehemiah 2:1-20 (May 31, 2020) from 2020-06-01T18:02:16
The second session in our exegetical study through the book of Nehemiah. Led by Rev. Brian Dedmon.
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18 The Priority of God's Work - Acts 5:22-42 (May 27, 2020) from 2020-05-28T10:25:16
Rev. Brian Dedmon picks up in our study of the book of Acts at the end of chapter five.
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17 The Heart of a Servant - Nehemiah 1:1-11 (May 24, 2020) from 2020-05-25T10:55:06
An introduction to our series studying the book of Nehemiah.
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16 Love One Another - Galatians 6:1-18 (May 20, 2020) from 2020-05-21T14:42:09
The final session in our study of Paul's letter to the Galatians, in which Paul encourages believers to approach fallen brothers with kindness in a spirit of restoration.
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15 The Old and the New - Luke 5:33-39 (May 17, 2020) from 2020-05-19T15:33:23
The final session in our series on Luke, chapter 5.
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14 Freedom in Christ - Galatians 5:1-26 (May 13, 2020) from 2020-05-14T11:00:08
An exegetical exploration of the fifth chapter of Paul's letter to the Galatians.
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13 Jesus Embraces the Outcasts - Luke 5:27-32 (May 10, 2020) from 2020-05-11T11:00:17
A study of Luke 5:27-32 that declares Jesus's care for the outcast and explores how Jesus defined his own ministry.
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12 Children Of God - Galatians 3:27-4:31 (May 6, 2020) from 2020-05-09T04:11:46
Rev. Brian Dedmon exegetes the fourth chapter of Galatians.
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11 The Son Who Forgives - Luke 5:17-26 (May 3, 2020) from 2020-05-04T11:00:08
Rev. Brian Dedmon presents a study of Luke 5:17-16, featuring the story of the paralyzed man who was lowered through a roof to meet Jesus.
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10 The Purpose of the Law - Galatians 3:1-29 (April 29, 2020) from 2020-04-30T11:00:05
The third session in our series studying Galatians.
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09 A New Cleansing - Luke 5:12-14 (April 26, 2020) from 2020-04-30T00:49:23
An in-depth look at Luke 5:12-14.
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08 A Warning Against Hypocrisy - Galatians 2:1-21 (April 22, 2020) from 2020-04-23T11:00:05
Rev. Brian Dedmon teaches from Galatians 2, a warning against saying one thing but doing another.
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07 Go Fish - Luke 5:1-11 (April 19, 2020) from 2020-04-20T12:00:11
An exploration of the calling of Jesus's first disciples in Luke 5:1-11. Speaker: Rev. Brian Dedmon.
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06 A Warning Against Legalism - Galatians 1:1-24 (April 15, 2020) from 2020-04-20T11:00:11
Rev. Brian Dedmon begins a six week study in the book of Galatians.
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05 The Centrality of the Cross - Philippians 2:5-11 (April 12, 2020) from 2020-04-20T10:00:08
On Easter Sunday, Rev. Brian Dedmon presents a message about the significance of the cross of Christ.
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04 Humility, a Mark of Godliness - Psalm 45 (April 8, 2020) from 2020-04-20T08:00:06
Rev. Brian Dedmon presents an exegetical study of Psalm 45.
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03 What Makes Jesus the Christ? - Philippians 2:5-11 (April 5, 2020) from 2020-04-20T07:00:06
An exploration of Philippians 2:5-11 asking what particular quality makes Jesus the Messiah. Speaker: Rev. Brian Dedmon.
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02 David Vs. Karma - Psalm 41 (April 1, 2020) from 2020-04-20T06:00:03
An exegetical study of the Davidic Psalm 41. Speaker: Rev. Brian Dedmon.
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01 Introduction from 2020-04-20T00:18:04
An introduction to the After Easter podcast. A ministry of First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse, LA.
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