The After Easter Podcast: Recent Episodes
FBC Belle Chasse
A ministry of First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse, LA featuring the weekly teachings of our Pastor, Rev. Brian Dedmon.
America’s Greatest NeedDeuteronomy 6:4–9; Matthew 22:34–40
Main idea: Our greatest need is a people whose greatest love is God.
We need hearts that are devoted to God.
We need souls that belong to Christ.
We need minds that are shaped by the Holy Spirit.
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Get RightGalatians 5:16-24
Main idea: To get right, get with God.
You can not conquer sin on your own (5:16–21).
You cannot get yourself right (5:22–23).
But Christ can get you right (5:24).
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Commitment to Christ
Ephesians 6:21–24
Main idea: Those who submit to Christ are committed to Christ.
Our commitment is marked by service (6:21–22).
Our commitment is marked by peace (6:23).
Our commitment is marked by brotherhood (6:23).
Our commitment is marked by love (6:23–24).
Our commitment is marked by faith (6:23).
Our commitment is marked by grace (6:24).
Our commitment is marked by incorruptibility (6:24).
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Strength in Christ
Ephesians 6:10–24
Main idea: We are protected and identified by the armor of God.
Christ is our strength(6:10).
Christ is our defense(6:11-17).
Christ is our Lord(6:18-24).
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Submission to Christ
Ephesians 5:21–6:9
Main idea: When we submit to authority, we submit to Christ.
Christ is our ultimate authority (5:21).
Submission to authority is submission to Christ (5:22-6:9).* Illustrations of Submission: + Wives and Husbands. + Children and Parents. + Slaves and Masters.
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Light of Christ
Ephesians 5:1–20
Main idea: The church reflects God’s light into the world.
The work of the light of Christ 5:1-2, 8-14):
The light produces fruit (5:9).
The light reveals sinful motives (5:10).
The light exposes evil (5:11-12).
The light cleanses the soul (5:13-14).
The light prohibits sinful behavior (5:3-20).
The light appeals to godly living (5:6–20).
The light commands holiness (5:1–20).
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Living in Christ
Ephesians 4:17–5:2
Main idea: The Gospel is lived out individually day to day.
We are in the world but not of it (4:17–19).
We have a new nature in Christ (4:20-24).
Our new nature demands renewed living (4:25–5:2).
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Unity in Christ
Ephesians 4:1–16
Main idea: The Gospel of Christ brings us together.
We are unified in conduct (4:1–3).
We are unified in conviction (4:4–6).
We are unified in clemency (mercy; lenience) (4:7–8)..
We are unified in commission (4:9–16).
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Ministry in Christ
Ephesians 3:1–23
Main idea: Ministry is centered on the Gospel of Christ.
Ministry stewards the Gospel (3:1–6).
Ministry serves the Gospel (3:7).
Ministry proclaims the Gospel (3:8–10).
Ministry is accomplished through Christ’s power (3:11–21).
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Universality of Christ
Ephesians 2:11-22
Main idea: All believers are saved by and united in Christ.
We are claimed by Christ (2:11–13).
We have peace with God through Christ (2:13–18).
We find our place in Christ (2:19–22).
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Transformation in Christ
Ephesians 2:1–10
Main idea: Jesus can transform us from dead to living.
Acknowledge and turn from sin (2:1–3).
Recognize and accept God’s grace (2:4-7).
Put your faith in Christ alone(2:8–10).
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Victory in Christ
Ephesians 1:1–23
Main idea: God’s power conquered sin and death in Christ.
God’s power exercised (1:3–14).
God’s power revealed (1:15-19).
God's power proven (1:20-23).
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The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Resurrection
Mark 5:35-43; 16:1–8
Main idea: Miracles testify that death has no power over Jesus.
Jesus overpowered death (5:35–43).* Death held no threat for Jesus (5:36). * Death was of no consequence to Jesus (5:39). * Death was not the end, according to Jesus (5:41). * Death was easily thwarted by Jesus (5:41).
Jesus conquered death (16:1–8).
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The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Judgment
Mark 11:12–25; 15:33, 38
Main idea: God will judge those whose faith is dead.
Jesus expects to find fruit(11:12–14).
The church is meant to be more than a business (11:15-19; 15:33, 38).
Faith is necessary for mountains to move (11:20–25).
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The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Exorcism
Mark 1:21-27; 5:2–13; 7:24–30; 9:14–29 (1:32–34, 39; 3:15; 6:13; 9:38–41)
Main idea: Jesus holds power over evil.
Jesus’ exorcisms reveal a victory over the dominion of evil (1:21-27, 32–34, 39; 6:13; 9:38–41).
Demons seek to destroy a person (Mark 5:2–13).
Jesus seeks to heal a person (7:24–30).
There is no healing outside of Christ (9:14–29).
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The Miracles of Jesus - Nature
Mark 4:35–41, 6:47–52; 16:12-14
Main idea: Christ is sovereign over nature.
Jesus holds power over nature (4:35–41; 6:47–52).
Nature holds no power over Jesus (16:12-14).
Christ can calm the storms in our lives (6:50; John 14:27).
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The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Healing
Mark 1:29–34; 1:39–45; 2:1–12; 3:1–10; 5:25-34; 6:5, 53–56; 7:32–35; 8:22-26; 10:46–52
Main idea: Jesus gives healing to those who seek him.
Jesus heals our bodies(1:29-33; 7:32–37).
Jesus heals our hearts(1:39–45).
Jesus heals our souls (2:1–12; 5:25–34; 10:46–52).
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The Miracles of Jesus: Mark’s Gospel - Provision
Mark 6:35–44; 8:1–9
Main idea: Jesus makes much out of little.
Jesus sees our need for guidance (Mark 6:34).
Jesus sees our need for provision (Mark 8:1–3).
Jesus multiplies what we have and give (Mark 6:35–44; 8:4–9).
Jesus will give us all that we need and more (Mark 6:42–44; 8:8–9).
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The Miracles of Jesus: Communication
Mark 1:9–11; 3:7–12; 9:2–8
Main idea: Miraculous events declare Jesus as Messiah.
Jesus' deity is confirmed by Heaven (1:11).
Jesus' deity is confirmed by Hell (3:11).
Jesus' deity is confirmed by the law and the prophets (9:7).
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God’s Word: Illuminated & Preserved
Jn. 14:16–18, 16:12–15; Rom. 10:13-17; Matt. 24:35; Isa. 40:8
Main idea: The Holy Spirit guides us through Scripture.
The Holy Spirit reveals the truth of the Gospel (John 14:16–18; 16:12–15).
Scripture reveals knowledge sufficient for salvation (Romans 10:13–17).
God has caused his word to endure so that you could hear it today (Isaiah 40:8; Matt. 24:35).
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God’s Word: Authoritative & Clear
Psalm 119
Main Idea: God’s word gives definitive direction for living.
The words of Scripture are God’s words (119:4–5, 68, 72, 89).
God takes his commands seriously(119:21, 86, 94, 97–104).
God’s commands are specific and purposeful (119:24, 105).
God’s words give us hope (119:49–50, 94, 97).
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God’s Word: Inspired & Inerrant
2 Timothy 3:16-17; Matthew 5:18, Titus 1:2
Main idea: God’s word is flawless and received from God.
God delivered a message to men for man (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
God’s word is everlasting(Matthew 5:18).
God’s word is truthful and perfect (Titus 1:2).
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God’s Word: General & Special Revelation
Psalm 19:1-4; Rom. 1:18–23; Acts 17:16–31
Main idea: God has revealed himself to us.
General Revelation
God reveals himself to us through creation (Psalm 19:1–4; Rom. 1:18–23).
General Revelation: God reveals himself to us through conscience (Rom. 2:14–16).
Special Revelation
God reveals himself to us through communication (2 Pt. 1:20–21).
God reveals himself to us through Christ (Acts 17:16–31).
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The Revelation of Christ
John 1:16–18
Main idea: The Word (Christ) makes the Father known.
Through Christ, we have received the gift of God’s fullness (1:16).
Through Christ, we have received the gifts of God’s grace and truth (1:17).
Through Christ, we have received the revelation of God (1:17).
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The Incarnation of Christ
John 1:10–15
Main idea: God became a man to offer salvation to all.
Through the incarnation, God came to dwell among men (1:14–15).
God’s glory was revealed through the incarnation (1:14).
Those who believe in the Christ-child become children of God (1:10–13).
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The Illumination of Christ
John 1:4-9
Main idea: Christ dispelled the darkness and revealed the truth.
The light eliminates darkness (John 1:5; Gen. 1:14–19).
The Gospel is the light that reveals and erases sin (John 1:4, 9).
The light guides us to God (John 1:4, 7).
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The Preexistence of Christ
John 1:1-3
Main idea: Christ is one with the Father and Holy Spirt, preexisting the incarnation.
Jesus existed before the incarnation (John 1:1–2).
Jesus is intimate with God (John 1:1–3).
Jesus, the Son, shares divinity with God, the Father (John 1:1–3).
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Fruit Happens When We Pray
Romans 12:12
Main idea: Prayer is essential and the best use of any given moment.
Prayer captures our imagination.
Prayer is fellowship with God in isolation.
Prayer changes our position.
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Fruit Happens When We Love
Romans 12:9–10, 13:8–10
Main idea: When we love, we serve.
Fruit happens when we love God (12:9, 13:8–10). We love God when we realize that he deserves our commitment / obedience.* + Once God has our love, he will also have our service.**
Fruit happens when we love people (12:9–10, 13:8). We love others when we realize that they are worth our time and effort. + Once we love others, they will also receive our service.*
Invitation: How can we love like Christ if we’ve never been loved by Christ?
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Fruit Happens When We Serve
Romans 12:3-21
Main idea: Serving produces fruit in us and around us.
When We Serve, We Grow (12:3–8).
When We Serve, Others Are Impacted (12:9–21)
When We Serve, We Serve Jesus (12:11).
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Fruit Happens When We Worship
Romans 12:1–2
Main idea: Worship is a lifestyle.
Worship happens when we cherish Jesus.
Worship happens when we see God's blessings.
Worship happens when we sacrifice our desires.
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Genesis: Man’s Effort and Its Result
Genesis 11:1–32
Main idea: Apart from God, the effort of man leads to calamity.
Man sought to glorify himself (11:1–4).
God protected man from himself (11:5-9).
God extended man’s opportunity to return to him (11:10-32).
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Genesis: Salvation and Its Recipient
Genesis 6:9–10:32
Main idea: God gives salvation to the obedient.
Obedience separates believers from an unbelieving world (6:9–22).
Salvation is a result of God’s initiative (6:18, 7:1, 8:1, 9:8-17).
Obedience identifies believers with Christ (6:18, 7:1, 9:9, 9:12).
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Genesis: Hope and Its Source
Genesis 5:1–6:8
Main idea: Our hope comes from God alone.
The image of God was carried on through humanity (5:1–32).
The image of God was distorted by sin (6:1-6:7).
God had a plan for redemption (6:8).
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This paper ponders the role that the Halw-Way Covenant may have played in the response to witchcraft in seventeenth-century Salem, Massachusetts.
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Genesis: Pride and Its Consequences
Genesis 4:1-26
Main idea: Pride corrupts, but God restores.
God knows our hearts (4:1–7).
Pride leads to more sin and its consequences (4:8-12).
God cares for and protects the sinner (4:13–16).
God brings good from evil (3:17–26).
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Genesis: Sin and Its Remedy
Genesis 3:1-24
Main idea: God secured victory over sin.
Temptation turns to sin (3:1–7).
Sin disrupts the relationship between God and man (3:8–10).
Correction leads to shame and evasion (3:11–13).
Sin leads to consequences (3:14–19).
God provides the opportunity for redemption (3:20-24).
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A paper submitted to New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in April of 2024. In this paper, I respond to academic accusations against John Calvin as a "witch-hunter" and discuss Calvinist's theology's role in hysteria surrounding the Salem Witch Trials.
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Genesis: God’s Good Gifts
Genesis 2:4-25
Main idea: God gave man an exalted position in creation.
God gave us the gift of Spirit (2:7).
God gave us the gift of morality (2:15–19).
God gave us the gift of companionship (2:20–24).
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Special guest preacher Dr. Archie England, professor of Hebrew at New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary.
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Creation: Day Seven
Genesis 2:1-3
Main idea: God ordained the blessing of rest.
God modeled rest for us (Gen 2:1-2).
God ordered us to rest (Gen 2:3).
In Christ, we find eternal rest (Matt 11:28).
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Creation: Day Six
Genesis 1:24–31
Main idea: God created man in his image.
God created animals to be overseen (1:24–25).
God created man to rule (1:26–28).
God created man to commune (1:28).
God created man to work (1:29–30).
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Creation: Day Five
Genesis 1:20-23
Main idea: God filled the earth with life.
God created life with purpose and order (1:20-21).
God created life with pleasure (1:21).
God created life with blessing (1:22).
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Creation: Day Four
Genesis 1:14–19
Main idea: God instigated time and banished darkness.
God gave us a measure of time (1:14).
God gave us a cycle of rejuvenation (1:15–16).
God eliminated darkness (1:17–19).
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Creation: Day Three
Genesis 1:9–13
Main idea: God commanded growth.
God created the foundation for life (1:9–10).
God ordained reproduction and fertility (1:11).
God designed cultivation (1:12–13).
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Genesis: Creation, Day Two
Genesis 1:6–8
Main idea: God has perfect power and knowledge.
God’s knowledge exceeds ours (1:6).
God’s power is beyond our comprehension (1:7).
God is Lord over both the visible and the invisible (1:8).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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 loves no matter what.”
Jesus rebuked respectfully and displayed righteous anger (John 2:13-16, 4:16-18). Fallacy: “My Jesus turns over tables.”
Jesus was more than human (Matt. 16:13-16; Phil. 2:5–11). Fallacy: “My Jesus is the symbol of a humanitarian.”
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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).
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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 done for us.
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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. 24:1-44).
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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.
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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).
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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).
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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).
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James: Be Doers
James 1:19-27
Main idea: Genuine faith will change how we live.
Be quick to listen (1:19-21).
Be slow to speak (1:19-21).
Be doers (1:22).
Be self-aware (1:23-25).
Be Jesus (1:26-27).
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James: Trials
James 1:1-18
Main idea: Difficult times can pull us closer to or away from God.
Trials produce spiritual maturity(James 1:2-4).
Trials cause dependence on God (James 1:5-8).
Trials develop humility (James 1:9-11).
Trials can lead to destruction(James 1:12-18).
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JONAH: Godly Compassio
Jonah 4:1-11
Main idea: Godly compassion is experienced and then given.
Godly compassion is a result of obedience (4:1-3).
(Godly compassion is not required for obedience.)
Godly compassion is granted even when we withhold it (4:4-7).
Godly compassion is beyond our comprehension (4:8-11).
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JONAH: Repentance
Jonah 3:1-10
Main idea: The Gospel demands repentant response.
God has ordered us to tell people about his love for them (3:1-3a).
The Gospel is good news to those who will hear it (3:3b-9).
God forgave the people of Nineveh because they repented (3:10).
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JONAH: Resurrection
Jonah 1:17-2:10
Main idea: God raises up new life in us.
God brings faith from faithlessness (2:2).
God brings growth from suffering (2:3-4).
God brings life from death (2:5-9).
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JONAH: Rebellion
Jonah 1:1-16
Main idea: When we come out of rebellion, lives change.
We all run from God (Jonah 1:1-8).
We all must choose to stand for God (Jonah 1:9-11).
Standing for God doesn’t always lead to safety (Jonah 1:12-13).
When we stand for God, people see God (Jonah 1:14-16).
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Pastor Brian reads his paper " The Supernatural and the Early Church Fathers: Polycarp, Justin, Irenaeus, & Tertullian."
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Pastor Brian reads his paper "The Horror of the Cross."
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Pastor Brian Dedmon reads his paper Prayer Posture: How the Monastic Practices of Palamas Influence Spiritual Growth.
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Pastor Brian Dedmon reads his paper YOUR WAY AND MINE: THE RESPONSE TO THE WOMEN’S RIGHTS MOVEMENT IN THE SOUTHERN BAPTIST CONVENTION IN THE 1980s.
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Pastor Brian Dedmon reads his paper Substance, Relation, and Function: A Case for the Holistic Account of the Imago Dei.
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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)
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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 13-16).
Jesus rescued all people from sin and our enemy, Satan (Colossians 2:15).
The forerunner provided forgiveness of sin to the people (Numbers 21:4-9).
Jesus provided forgiveness of sin to all people (John 3:14-16).
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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).
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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.”
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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.
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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).
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Christ the Hope of Eternity
1 Peter 1:1-9
Hope in the New Birth and Hope in the Inheritance.
Hope in Sanctification.
Hope in Salvation for our Souls.
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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Esther II: Chosen
Esther 2:1-23
Main idea: God works in all circumstances, good or bad.
God worked through the summoning of prospective brides for Xerxes (2:1-14).
God hid Esther’s identity and her relation to Mordecai (2:15-18).
God gave both Esther and Mordecai favor with the king (2:19-23).
Esther may have been chosen by Xerxes, but she was first chosen by God.
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Esther I: Circumstances
Esther 1:1-22
Main idea: The events of this world are in God’s hands.
Great power is wielded by man, but true power only comes from God (1:1-9).
Even the most trivial of events can have a tremendous impact (1:10-12).
Fear leads us to make ungodly decisions (1:13-18).
Rebellion is appropriate when it is in opposition to sin (1:19-22).
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The Exclusivity of Christ in our Pluralistic World
Dr. Adam Harwood, Professor of Theology at New Orleans Bapist Theological Seminary
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In Service of God: A Challenge to the Minister
Romans 15:1-33; 1 Timothy 3:1-7
Main idea: The minister lives in service to God, not self.
Ministry requires a position of selflessness (15:1-2).
The minister lives by Christ’s example(15:3).
The minister encourages unity in the church (15:5-9).
All Christians are ministers (15:14-16a).
The minister is God’s instrument for ministry (15:16b-19).
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Serve the Church, Pt 2
Romans 16:1-24
Main idea: The ministry of the church brings glory to God.
The church is strengthened by its complementarian nature (16:1-16).
Those who labor in the church are to be commended (16:1-16).
Be guarded against those who cause discord (16:17-18).
The obedience of the church brings glory to God (16:19-23).
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Serve the Church, Pt 1
Romans 15:14-33
Main idea: The ministry of the church brings glory to God.
We are all ministers (15:14-16a).
The results of ministry bring glory to God (15:16b).
God is the source of all ministry (15:17-19).
The Gospel is meant to be taken beyond the church (15:20-33).
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Romans: Serve Others
Romans 15:1-13
Main idea: We represent Christ by serving as he did.
We must put others before ourselves (15:1-2).
We have the example of Christ to live by (15:3-4).
Harmony in the body of Christ brings glory to God (15:5-13).
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Romans: Lead Others
Romans 14:1-23
Main idea: We set a Christ-like example through our daily living.
We must live by our own convictions (14:1-8).
We should build each other up, not tear down (14:13-18).
We will each stand before the judgement seat of God (14:9-12, 19-23).
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Submit to Authority
Romans 13:1-14
Main idea: We practice the Gospel through submission to biblical authority.
Submit to those whom God has placed in authority (13:1-7).
Exercise the authority of love (13:8-10).
Adorn yourself with the authority of Christ (13:11-14).
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Practice the Gospel
Romans 12:1-21
Main idea: We preach the Gospel through our actions.
We are imparted with God’s will (12:1-2).
We are bestowed God’s gifts (12:3-8).
We are entrusted with God’s church (12:9-21).
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The Ordination Service of Assoc. Pastor Noah Austin.
A Challenge to the Church by Rev. Brian Dedmon.
A Challenge to the Minister by Rev. David Boyd.
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God’s Selection
Romans 10:14-11:36
Main idea: We can trust in the mystery of God’s wisdom.
God does not reject people, people reject God (10:14-11:2a).
We are saved by God’s grace (11:2b-24).
We are chosen by God’s mercy (11:25-32).
11:33-36 Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable his judgments, and his paths beyond tracing out! “Who has known the mind of the Lord? Or who has been his counselor?” “Who has ever given to God, that God should repay them?” For from him and through him and for him are all things. To him be the glory forever! Amen.
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Romans: Faith in Obedience
Romans 9:30-10:13
Main idea: Obedience is the result of genuine faith.
They will attempt to achieve salvation on their own (9:30-10:3).
We all need a Savior, and he is Jesus Christ (10:4-7)
You (One) must confess Jesus as Lord and Savior (10:8-13).
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Looking to the Cross, Pt 2
Hebrews 9:23-28
Main idea: The cross was the center of God’s salvific plan.
The servant suffered on behalf of mankind (9:23). The servant became our representative
(9:24).
The servant suffered once for all (9:25-26).
The servant is our hope for and assurance of salvation (9:27-28).
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Looking to the Cross, Pt 1
Isaiah 52:13-53:12
Main idea: The cross was the center of God’s salvific plan.
The servant suffered as one of us (52:13-53:3).
The servant suffered because of our sin(53:4-9).
The servant suffered to serve God’s plan (53:10-12).
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Salvation by Faith
Romans 9:1-29
Main idea: Salvation is offered by God’s mercy and grace alone.
Those who are in Christ are the true spiritual descendants of Abraham (9:1-11).
Works do not make one a child of God (9:12-24).
God has offered salvation to all people (9:25-29).
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A New Destiny
Romans 8:18-39
Main idea: We secure our eternal destination in Christ.
We are not meant for this world (8:18-25).
We endure by the power and guidance of the Holy Spirit (8:26-31).
We are infinitely exalted by the grace of God, the Father (8:31-33).
We are eternally triumphant in the victorious work of Christ, the Son (8:34-39).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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 consequences, we live righteously out of obedience.
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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).
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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).
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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)
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
* Spiritual gift utilization (1 Cor. 12:4-31).
* God’s kingdom ministry (1 Tim. 5:9; Acts 13:1-4).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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; 19-21).
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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).
Remember that sufferings in this life, compared to eternity, are short (1 Peter 5:10; Isaiah 35:1-10).
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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).
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Special guest, Dr. Bo Rice, presented a Word from God at FBC Belle Chasse on July 30, 2023.
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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.
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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).
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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).
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Special guest preacher Josh Winton.
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Guest Preacher: Dr. Cory Barnes
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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.
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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.
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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 shortcomings (2 Cor. 12:9-10); is submissive to God's correction (Galatians 2:20; 1 Corinthians 15:10); is much in prayer (Colossians 4:12); receives salvation on God’s terms (Philippians 4:12); is eternally grateful (1 Timothy 1:12-17).
The reward for spiritual poverty is a place in God’s kingdom.
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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).
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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 through Christ is guaranteed for all time (1 Peter 1:3-5; Hebrews 8:1-6).
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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).
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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).
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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 when we put our faith in anything other than him (3-16).
From God comes both judgement and deliverance (17-21).
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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 worship of God must be pure (5:18-27; 6:1-14).
Our love for others must be genuine (6:12, 8:4-6).
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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).
Turning to God does not change our circumstances, it changes us (2:12-2:27).
Trials and tribulation will have their end. Our hope is in the Lord (2:28-3:21).
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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; 3:1-5; 13:4).
Despite our unfaithfulness, we can always return to God (6:1-3; 14:1-2).
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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 achieve it ourselves (12:1-5).
We all have faults, yet God uses us in spite of them (12:6-13).
Our weakness is made strong in Christ and in the church (12:14-13:13).
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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 to the Gospel so that we do not stray (11:1-4).
We must know the Gospel so that we are not deceived (11:5-15, 21-22).
• Do not be deceived by lofty credentials (11:21-22).
• Do not be deceived by convincing words and arguments (11:6).
• Do not be deceived by Servants of Satan (11:13-15).
We must anticipate the obstacles of Gospel ministry (11:16-33).
We must show concern for the uprightness of the church (11:28-29).
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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 of this world (10:3-6).
Christ’s authority is accompanied by Christ’s character (10:1-2).
All Christians have the same authority: Christ’s (10:7-11).
The authority given to Christians serves the purpose of making God known (10:12-18).
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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 also (8:1-15).
Handle money with integrity and consideration (8:20-21).
The reward for generosity is blessing from God (9:1-15).
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Christian Conduct: Reconciliation
2 Corinthians 5:11-7:16
Main idea: God calls for everyone to be reunited with him.
Reconciliation was the purpose of Christ and, therefore, is the purpose of Christians (5:11-21).
We must be reconciled to ourselves (6:1-18).
We must be reconciled to God (7:1-16).
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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 the Gospel (4:1-6).
We persevere through times of hardship (4:7-18).
We persevere in renewal through Christ (4:16 -5:10).
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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, and confidence (3:1-6).
In Christ, the old is made new (3:7-15).
In our newfound freedom from sin, we are slaves to righteousness (3:16-18).
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Christian Conduct: Forgiveness
2 Corinthians 1:1-2:17
Main idea: Paul described forgiveness as a mark of the faithful Christian.
Rebuke is necessary (2:1-6).
Forgiveness is required (2:7-11).
Forgiveness is evidence of godliness (2:14-17).
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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 king (2:1-9).
The wise men foreshadowed the life of Jesus (2:10-11).
The Magi represent the world coming to Christ (2:1-12).
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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 willing servant of God (Luke 1:30-38).
Mary worshipped in response to God’s works (Luke 1:45-55).
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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).
The shepherds spread the news (Luke 2:15-20).
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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).
Angels announced the birth of Jesus (Luke 2:9-12).
Angels worship God alone (Isaiah 6:1-7; Rev. 5:11-12).
Angels worshipped the baby Jesus (Luke 2:13-14).
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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).
Christ’s resurrection is a reality (15:12-34).
Christ’s resurrection is a promise (15:35-58).
Christ’s resurrection is our confidence (16:1-24).
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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 (14:1b-19).
Worship requires understanding (14:20-25).
Worship requires order (14:26-40).
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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 (12:1-11).
All members of the church serve in leadership (12:12-31).
Effective leadership is performed in love (13:1-13).
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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 complimentary gender roles (11:2-12).
We are united by our pursuit of a Christ-like example (11:13-16)
We are united by our need for Christ / by our sinfulness (11:17-26).
We are united by our need for self-examination (11:27-34).
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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 Belle Chasse, serving our church faithfully for 15 years from 1977 to 1992.
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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 (8:1-13).
Christian liberty comes with responsibility (9:1-23).
Discernment requires self-control (9:24-27).
Do not get caught in the trap of idolatry (10:1-22).
We must consider the example that we set (10:23-11:1).
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Guest preacher, Patrick Weaver of Metairie Baptist Church.
Prayer: Understanding God's Glory
Matthew 6:5-10
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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 getting (7:1-9).
Our commitment blesses others (7:10-16).
Contentment strengthens our commitment (7:17-24).
Our commitment is to God first (7:32-35).
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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 must be addressed (5:1-13).
The church has the authority to discipline (6:1-11).
The church is held to a higher standard (6:12-20).
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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 (3:18-4:21).
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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).
The cross is unexplainable (2:6-16).
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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 response to Job: My justice is perfect (40:6-41:34).
Job’s response to God: God, you can do all things (42:1-2).
I have seen the Lord, I was wrong, I believe (42:3-6).
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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 (31).
Elihu’s response: God speaks in various ways (33).
God does not bend to your will (34).
God’s world does not revolve around you (35).
God does not allow suffering without purpose (36:1-21).
God is present in the storm (36:22-37:24).
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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 can not stand before God (25).
Job’s Response: Wisdom does not save, God does (26).
God is my foundation (27).
God is my source of understanding (28).
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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: Punishment is reserved for the wicked (18).
Job’s Response: God is my redeemer (19).
Zophar’s Assertion: The wicked arrogantly revel in their own renown (20).
Job’s Response: The righteous suffer for God’s glory (21).
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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 only happen to guilty people (8).
Job’s Response: God will vindicate me (9-10).
Zophar’s Assertion: God punishes unconscious sin, too (11).
Job’s Response: God is perfect in wisdom and just in all his ways (12-14).
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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 God despite his plight and despair (1:20-22; 2:10).
The Glory of God is more important than our comfort.
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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 prayed respectively; one righteous and one humble.
The Meaning:
Self-centeredness is contrary to the Gospel.
You can not be obedient to God and hate your neighbor.
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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.
The Meaning:
A friend will care for those that they love (even when it is not convenient).
God will provide for us when we ask.
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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.
The Meaning:
Those who have been forgiven much forgive much.
Jesus cares for sinners.
* We are all sinners and God has canceled our debts.
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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.
The Meaning:
God counts in ones.
Jesus left Heaven to save us.
Our obedience is to seek like Jesus.
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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 long journey divvied up his possessions and entrusted them to various servants. When he returned, he found that some had multiplied his possessions while others had squandered it.
The Meaning: Faithful servants will be blessed and honored while unfaithful servants will be punished and rejected.
Those who prove themselves faithful will be entrusted with more.
When the Lord returns, will we be found faithful?
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Salt & Light
Matthew 5:13-16
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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 crowd.
The Content: Two men build houses. One on solid rock and one on unstable sand.
The Meaning:
One who follows Jesus’s teaching is wise.
One who rejects Jesus’s teaching is foolish.
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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: Jesus taught this parable within weeks - possibly even days - of His encounter with the fig tree.
The Meaning: Jesus desires that we be people, and churches, of substance.
* People of substance rely on who Jesus is, not who they are.
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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 God must take precedence (Matt. 22:3-5; Luke 14:17-20).
The denial of God’s invitation has consequences (Matt. 22:11-14; Luke 14:24).
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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 regarding his authority and paying taxes to Caesar.
The Content: A vineyard owner experienced his servants and his son being mistreated and rejected by the tenants of his vineyard.
The Meaning: Those who squander God’s gifts will be punished and those who honor God’s gifts will be exalted (Matt. 21:43).
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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 seemingly insignificant thing has a substantial impact.
The Meaning: The kingdom of God starts small but grows large.
God’s kingdom is not like what was expected.
A little faith brings about great results.
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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 God (Mark 4:3, 14).
- The seed is the Gospel.
- The soil represents people.
- The birds represent temptation (Mark 4:4, 15).
- The rocky ground represents trials (Mark 4:5-6, 16-17).
- The thorns represent worry (Mark 4:7, 18-19).
- The heart that believes is fertile soil for the Gospel to grow (Mark 4:8, 19-20).
- Those who do not understand this parable will not understand the Gospel (Mark 4:13).
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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 John 4:10).
Christ is our reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18-19).
Christ is our redemption (Mark 10:45).
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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).
Christ’s blood is the proof of his sacrificial death (Romans 6:10).
Christ’s blood is the source of our salvation (Hebrews 9:11-10:18).
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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).
The reality of Christ’s resurrection (15:5-11).
The hope of Christ’s resurrection (15:12-22).
The authority of Christ’s resurrection (15:23-28).
The result of Christ’s resurrection (15:29-58).
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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 of the cross (Colossians 1:15-20).
The call of the cross (Matt. 16:24-26).
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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 capable of serving others (Acts 20:32-35; 2 Cor. 9:6-15).
Contentedness makes us more like Christ (Philippians 4:10-14).
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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).
We must not lie to God (Exodus 20:7).
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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 for integrity in all things (Ephesians 4:28).
We must be accountable to God (Matthew 6:24).
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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 our conversations (Matt. 15:18).
We must be faithful in our associations (Matt. 5:29-30; Proverbs 5:8).
We must be faithful in our actions (Matt. 5:27, 32).
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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 cherish life by protecting others (Luke 10:25-37; Matt. 5:43-45).
We cherish life by loving others (Matt. 22:35-40).
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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 (Exodus 20:12; Ephesians 6:1).
Honor is given in obedience (Ex. 20:12; Eph. 6:5).
Obedience carries obligations of conduct (Ex. 20:12; Eph. 6:4-9).
Obedience results in God’s promised blessings (Ex. 20:12; Eph. 6:2-3).
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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 20:9-10).
Rest reminds us of who we are and who God is (Exodus 20:11).
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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.
We must not misrepresent the name of the Lord.
We must not unfaithfully take the name of the Lord.
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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 and in truth.
Images misrepresent God.
Worshiping images corrupts our knowledge of God.
* We must worship God in Spirit and in Truth (John 4:24).
We must not put anything in the place of God in our lives.
We must not worship idols.
We can defeat idolatry by redeeming the idols.
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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 must make God our Lord (20:3).
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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 (1:3-10).
The Son is the mode of redemption (1:3-12).
The Spirit is the power of redemption (1:13-14).
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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) (3:17).
The Son is submitting (3:16).
The Spirit is moving (3:16).
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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).
The Son is the means of creation (John 1:1-3).
The Spirit is the presence of God in creation (Genesis 1:2).
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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; Ezekiel 36:26–27).
We respond with obedience (3:13-17).
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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 was a declaration of hope (2:17).
Jesus was born to serve humanity, not rule over it (2:13-23).
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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 new kind of king (2:2-8).
Jesus was born to be a Savior for all (2:9-12).
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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 prophecy (1:22-23).
Jesus was born with a purpose (1:21).
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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 is the Messiah promised by the Old Testament (1:1).
Christ has a verifiable pedigree (1:2-17).
Christ’s birth was miraculous (1:16).
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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 wisdom (13:7-16).
We must listen to spiritual leaders (13:17).
We must pray for one another (13:18-19).
We must rely on God (13:20-25).
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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 inseparable responsibility: obey (12:25).
We have a merciful and just God (12:26-29).
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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 commitment (12:12-13).
The need for communal support (12:14).
The need for accountability (12:15-17).
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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 struggle (12:4-7).
Discipline springs from love (12:7-11).
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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 (11:23-28).
Trust by faith (11:29).
Achieve by faith (11:30-40).
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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 achievement (11:2)
Faith is the means of understanding (11:3)
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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 faithfulness in the present (10:35-39).
* Respond with confidence.
* Respond with endurance.
* Respond with faith.
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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).
In Christ, we have a new way (10:20-25).
The Consequences of Sin (10:26-31).
* If we turn our backs on Christ, we place ourselves out of God’s reach.
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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 obedience secures the sacrifice (10:5-10).
Christ’s sacrifice ensures forgiveness (10:11-18).
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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 described (3:1, 3, 9, 13, 19).
Our God inspires awe and worship (3:17-19).
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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’s faithfulness (2:2).
God is faithful in his timing (2:3).
* “He is. He will.”
God is faithful in his righteousness (1:13).
God is faithful in his expectations (2:4-5).
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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 distress (1:2-4, 13b-17; 2:6-19).
Habakkuk cried out to God for help (1:2; 2:20; 3:2).
Habakkuk believed in God’s sufficiency (1:12; 2:1; 3:2-19).
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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 rejection (4:3-4).
- Maintain consistency (4:5).
- Lead by example (4:6-7).
- Put your treasure in heaven (4:8).
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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 prepared for use (20-25).
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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).
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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 sacrifice (9:23).
A superior representative (9:24).
A perpetual effect (9:25-26).
A greater hope (9:27-28).
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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 generations (15a).
- Jesus made forgiveness possible (15b).
- Jesus unlocked the benefits of the new covenant (16-20).
- Jesus sealed the new covenant (21-22).
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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 covenant was made possible by Jesus’ blood (9:11-14).
The new covenant provides a clear conscience (9:13-14).
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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) Personal knowledge of God.
* (8:12) Forgiveness of sin.
The result of the new covenant (8:13).
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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 ever-present mediator (8:6).
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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).
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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 (6:9-12).
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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).
* We must rely on God (6:3).
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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).
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 God’s word (4:12-13).
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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 consequences of unbelief (3:16-19).
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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 faith.
* It is God who is working in you.
You can be a light in a dark world (2:14-16).
Be different. Don’t behave like those who do not know God.
Be in the world, but not of it.
* Hold firm to the truth of the Gospel.
Jesus is worth devoting your life to him (2:17-18).
* Living for God is this life’s most worthwhile pursuit.
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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 Moses.
Jesus has received greater honor than Moses (3:3-4).
Jesus is the Son of God, greater than any prophet.
Jesus is one with God, the creator.
We are God’s people when we obey (3:5-6).
Moses was a faithful servant.
Jesus was a faithful son.
* We are God’s household if we are faithful.
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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 the he could defeat death and Satan (2:14).
Jesus became man so that he could become the high priest, the mediator (2:15-17).
The atonement was made possible by Jesus’s faithfulness to willingly experience temptation, suffering, and death (2:18).
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 it (2:3b).
Christ is confirmed by the supernatural (2:4).
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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).
Jesus has a superior authority (13-14).
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).
Jesus is the expression of God’s nature (3a).
Jesus was humiliated and then exalted (3b).
Jesus is greater than all created beings (4).
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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 servant leadership (6).
The servant’s legacy is a life lived for God (7).
Guest speaker Dr. Jeffrey Riley
Title: Don't Lose Heart
Bible Passage: 2 Corinthians 4:1-2
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 out of our most desperate situations (Luke 23:32, 43).
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's return (11:26).
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).
• We share in participation (Matt. 26:28; Mark 14:24; Luke 22:20).
• We share in anticipation (Matt. 26:29; Mark 14:25; Luke 22:18).
• We share in worship (Matt. 26:26; Mark 14:26).
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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 fearfully and obediently (12:13-14).
- We must choose: a life lived for God or a life of futility.
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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 (9:1b).
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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 teachings of Jesus.
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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 (7:23-29).
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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).
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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).
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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.
- Develop a heart for God.
- Seek wise counsel.
- Look for God's providence
- Use good judgement.
- Divine intervention.
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 companionship:
* Accountability (8).
* Help (9).
* Support (10).
* Comfort (11).
* Defense (12).
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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 from the animals.
(3:22) There is no life after death.
(4:1-3) There is no hope for the oppressed.
Our faith is based on God.
(3:16-17) There is no justice, only corruption without God.
(3:18-21) We are no different from the animals without God.
(3:22) There is no life after death without God.
(4:1-3) There is no hope for the oppressed without God.
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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 everlasting (11b-15).
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 accumulation of possessions is futile (2:4-11).
* The pursuit of knowledge is futile (2:12-17).
* Work and accomplishment are futile (2:18-23).
Life has no meaning without God (2:24-26).
* Living is futile apart from God.
* The experience of pleasure is futile without God.
* The accumulation of possessions is futile without God.
* The pursuit of knowledge is futile without God.
* Work and accomplishment are futile without God.
* Life is meaningless without God.
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 harvested grain on the Sabbath (6:1-5).
Jesus healed on the Sabbath (6:6-11).
Jesus taught unorthodox ways of living (6:20-42).
Blessed are the poor (20-23).
Love your enemies (27-36).
* Do not judge (37-42).
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 all that was prophesied about him (18:31).
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 a mystery (19:11-27).
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 worship (7:36–50).
- Jesus’s Family - Unexpected commitment (8:19–21).
- The Good Samaritan - Unexpected compassion (10:30–37).
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 (2:47).
• Jesus amazed his parents (2:48).
• Simon Peter was amazed by Jesus (5:9).
• Those who witnessed Jesus perform a miracle were amazed (5:26).
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).
• A plea to worship (24-25).
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).
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).
* Insolence, arrogance, lust, greed, and emptiness.
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" (16).
- Peter and the apostles affirm Christ's transfiguration (16-17).
- Peter and the apostles affirm Christ's deity (17-18).
- The Scriptures affirm the prophecy (19).
- The Gopsel is from God, not from man (20-21).
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).
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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 your faith.
- Be encouraged that you are not alone in your struggles.
- Bear suffering with hope (5:10-11).
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).
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).
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 righteousness (13-22).
- Be confident in your blessing (13-14a).
- Trust in Christ (14b-15a).
- Witness by your example (15b-22).
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 one another (3:1-7).
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).
Lives of Love
1 Peter 1:13-25
• Live hopefully (13).
• Be holy (14-16).
• Fear properly (17-21).
• Love sincerely (22-25).
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 present (6-9)
We suffer in the present for future glory.
We must hold fast in the present to Christ who holds our future (8-9).
Our past (10-12)
Now is the culmination of God’s plan that has been in effect for all time.
Salvation is in God’s hands, accomplished by Jesus at the cross.
* This moment has been anticipated by the heavenly hosts.
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).
- To effectively minister we must be amenable [open and responsive to suggestion] (Acts 10:29-48).
Rev. Brian Dedmon presents a broad introduction and challenge based on the concept of "The Image of God."
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).
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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 Israelites in the following ways:
* We must be faithful in what God has given us (13:4-9).
* We must be faithful in God’s work (13:10-14).
* We must honor what God deemed holy (13:15-22).
* We must turn from anything that would disrupt or distract from our devotion to God (13:23-31).
The Marks of a Christian - Acts 9:36-43
The Christian is marked by generosity, influence, and faith.
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 (31-47).
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).
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 who served (11:2, 23-36).
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 9:17-23).
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: Nehemiah (10:1).
- The religious leaders (10:2-13).
- The local leaders (10:14-27).
- The people (10:28-29).
- The commitment applied in all aspects of life (10:30-39).
- They commit their families to God (10:30).
- They commit their work to God (10:31).
- The committed the church to God (10:32-39).
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).
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).
- They hold the Word of God high (9:3).
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Their confession led to worship/thankfulness (9:4-5).
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Their confession was self-deprecating and God-elevating (9:6-37).
- They acknowledged God’s majesty (9:6-8).
- They acknowledged God’s faithfulness (9:-31).
- They acknowledged their own infirmity (9:32-37).
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).
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).
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 heart was in the wrong place (12-14; 20-25).
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 what contains the worship of God (Matthew 23:27-28).
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).
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 (6:5-9).
- A godly leader should have integrity (6:10-15).
- The enemy is deflated, yet tenacious (6:16-19).
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 purposeful loss (7:54:8:3).
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).
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).
Two aspects of the fourth chapter of Nehemiah are explored: the attack of the enemy and the reaction of the people.
Stephen's speech in Acts 7 is introduced and explored in the first of two sessions on this chapter.
A closer look at the list of workers named in Nehemiah chapter 3. The third in our session in the book of Nehemiah.
The second session in our exegetical study through the book of Nehemiah. Led by Rev. Brian Dedmon.
Rev. Brian Dedmon picks up in our study of the book of Acts at the end of chapter five.
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.
A study of Luke 5:27-32 that declares Jesus's care for the outcast and explores how Jesus defined his own ministry.
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.
Rev. Brian Dedmon teaches from Galatians 2, a warning against saying one thing but doing another.
An exploration of the calling of Jesus's first disciples in Luke 5:1-11. Speaker: Rev. Brian Dedmon.
On Easter Sunday, Rev. Brian Dedmon presents a message about the significance of the cross of Christ.
An exploration of Philippians 2:5-11 asking what particular quality makes Jesus the Messiah. Speaker: Rev. Brian Dedmon.
An introduction to the After Easter podcast. A ministry of First Baptist Church of Belle Chasse, LA.