Advice for New Parents, Interest in Ancient Christian Traditions, and Knowing God's Will - EP 27

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Advice for New Parents, Interest in Ancient Christian Traditions, and Knowing God's Will - EP 27

In this episode of The After Sunday Show, Pastors Heath Lambert, Richard Lucas, Sean Perron, and Logan Brown discuss several topics ranging from first-time parenting advice to trends in church culture and discerning God’s will. If you are interested in Greece and The Gospel: A Ten-Day New Testament Tour, visit firstbaptist.com/greece [http://firstbaptist.com/greece] 0:54 — Introductions 3:20 — Advice for first-time parents begins 11:55 — Supporting your wife as a new mom 14:04 — Importance of continuing date nights after kids 16:38 — Reflections on the joy of having children 17:44 — Discussion: rise of interest in Eastern Orthodoxy and liturgical traditions 24:11 — Gen Z, social media, and searching for truth 26:21 — Comparing high church and low church experiences 31:33 — How Christians discern God’s will 38:10 — Making difficult non-moral decisions wisely 40:08 — Freedom in Christ and avoiding paralysis in decision-making 42:00 — Heath on listening to trusted people in major decisions 43:01 — The role of desire in discerning direction

Special Edition: Women's Ministry in the Church - EP 26

This special episode of The After Sunday Show features Pastor Heath Lambert alongside several women—including Margaret Tucker, Jen Trzeciak, and Martha Peace—discussing the purpose, challenges, and biblical foundations of women’s ministry. The conversation explores common struggles women face (such as anxiety, control, doctrinal confusion, and child-centered homes), emphasizes the importance of grounding ministry in Scripture rather than trends, and highlights the need for both deep theology and pastoral oversight. The group also addresses cultural influences like feminism and self-care, offering guidance on discernment, healthy church structure, and evaluating teaching resources. Ultimately, the episode calls women to root their identity in God’s Word, prioritize Christ-centered relationships, and pursue faithful, Scripture-driven ministry. 2:08 – Purpose: discussing women’s ministry challenges 2:39 – Ministry roles (Margaret, Jen, Martha) 11:31 – What is misunderstood about women’s ministry? 12:22 – Common issues (bad resources, lack of oversight) 13:21 – Importance of women discipling women 14:18 – Role of pastoral authority in women’s ministry 17:13 – Dangers of isolated women’s ministry 17:56 – Common struggles in women’s ministry 20:46 – Confusion from mixed beliefs and influences 23:15 – Addressing control and submission biblically 33:20 – How to build a healthy women’s ministry 39:45 – Feminism and self-care critiques 41:08 – Happiness vs holiness 42:19 – How to evaluate teachers and resources 46:01 – Warning signs of poor teaching 51:22 – Trusting Scripture and embracing biblical roles

Preaching Inspirations, Baptist Convictions, and Summer Plans - EP 25

In this episode of the After Sunday Show, pastors Heath Lambert, Coty Hoskins, Ryan Trzeciak, and Austin Collins discuss the balance between being influenced by great preachers and developing one’s own authentic voice in ministry, sharing personal examples of figures like John Piper, R.C. Sproul, and others who shaped their preaching. The conversation then shifts to their individual journeys toward becoming Baptists, highlighting theological convictions, personal experiences, and even humorous stories along the way. The episode wraps up on a lighter note with reflections on what they’re most looking forward to this summer—family time, baseball, beach trips, and enjoying the outdoors. Timestamps: 2:20 – Topic 1: Preaching evaluation and influences 3:30 – Inspiration vs. imitation in preaching 5:30 – Influential preachers 7:11 – R.C. Sproul’s impact and communication style 9:21 – Finding your own voice in ministry 12:05 – Additional preaching influences 19:35 – Topic 2: Why are you Baptist? 20:04 – Personal journeys into Baptist theology 23:48 – Marriage and ministry shaping Baptist identity 26:05 – Differences in church practices (baptism, etc.) 29:35 – Personal testimonies and gratitude for Baptist heritage 31:11 – Topic 3: Summer plans and family life 31:31 – Outdoor activities, baseball, and family time 34:14 – Beach trips and fishing plans

Physical Fitness, Loving Your Children, and How to Know If Your Child Is Ready for Baptism- EP 24

In this episode of The After Sunday Show, pastors Heath Lambert, Spencer Harmon, Joey Eaton, and Seth Singleton discuss how Christians—especially in the church—should think about nutrition, fitness, and self-control, emphasizing biblical categories like stewardship, gluttony, and discipline rather than cultural trends. The conversation then shifts to parenting, particularly how fathers can obey Ephesians 6:4 by avoiding provoking their children to anger through humility, presence, affection, and intentional leadership. Finally, they tackle the complex issue of baptism for children, offering pastoral wisdom on discerning genuine faith, avoiding pressure, and prioritizing true conversion over premature public profession. 3:15 – Topic 1: Nutrition, fitness, and shepherding the body 6:00 – Biblical approach: self-control vs. gluttony 11:15 – Fasting and dependence on food 19:40 – Lightning round: favorite foods 21:57 – Topic 2: Parenting & Ephesians 6:4 23:20 – Being present and involved as a father 27:30 – Parenting pitfalls: fear, control, and assumptions 31:00 – Parenting by faith, not fear 33:00 – Humility and leading by example 37:00 – Letting kids grow in independence 38:40 – Topic 3: Baptism and children 40:00 – Letting faith and desire for baptism develop 43:00 – Balancing caution vs. biblical immediacy 45:00 – Avoiding pressure and seeking genuine faith 46:10 – Testing profession vs. observing fruit 49:00 – Practical pastoral wisdom on baptizing