Pastor Heath Lambert - Podcast Details

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Marked by GraceCovert Narcissism Heath Lambert addresses questions about narcissism in Christian ministry: Is it widespread in churches, and should those displaying narcissistic traits be removed from leadership? Discover how Scripture reframes this contemporary psychological concern as the age-old spiritual problem of pride.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction to this week's topic on covert narcissism0:50 How the Marked by Grace question process works2:23 The two-part question: Is covert narcissism rampant in church? Should narcissists be fired?2:53 Understanding narcissism from a secular perspective4:11 The biblical equivalent: pride...2025-05-1210 min

Marked by GraceWere David and Jonathan Gay? Heath Lambert examines a complex interpretive question that's increasingly raised in discussions about homosexuality and Scripture. Learn why attempts to find LGBTQ+ affirmation in the close friendship between David and Jonathan represent problematic biblical interpretation.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction and today's controversial question0:46 Context: A member's conversation with someone claiming biblical support for homosexuality1:19 The key passage: 1 Samuel 20:41-42 and claims about David and Jonathan2:52 The more sophisticated argument about Hebrew terminology4:43 Why this approach to Scripture is fundamentally flawed6:36 Clear biblical evidence that...2025-05-0513 min

Marked by GraceShould We Use Books by Disgraced Authors? Heath Lambert addresses a challenging question facing many Christians today: What should we do with books and resources from Christian leaders who have fallen into sin or been disqualified from ministry? Learn a biblical framework for approaching this increasingly common dilemma.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction and today's difficult question0:45 The context: Many prominent Christian leaders falling from ministry1:42 Paul's words about finishing well in 2 Timothy 4:6-72:52 Important distinctions in types of disgrace and disqualification3:28 Addressing resources from those disqualified by false teaching4:52 Addressing resources...2025-04-2808 min

Marked by GraceResurrection and Salvation Heath Lambert explores why the resurrection of Jesus is essential for salvation, not just a historical event to celebrate once a year. Discover how Christ's resurrection proves His victory over sin and empowers believers to live transformed lives.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction and continuing the resurrection conversation0:45 Is the resurrection important for salvation?1:23 Why we often focus only on Christ's death2:40 The complete gospel: Christ's life, death, AND resurrection3:11 Biblical foundation: Romans 6:3-5 and resurrection power3:45 Two crucial reasons...2025-04-2107 min

Marked by GraceDid the Resurrection Really Happen? Heath Lambert examines the historical evidence for Jesus Christ's resurrection. Discover why even skeptics in the first century were convinced by overwhelming eyewitness testimony, and why the resurrection stands as the most well-documented miracle in history.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction and the essential question of Christianity0:52 Two possible responses to the resurrection claim2:07 Why skepticism is understandable but insufficient3:39 The skepticism of Thomas and his encounter with the risen Christ (John 20:25-28)5:52 Over 500 eyewitnesses to the resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:5-6)7:34 The apostles' willingness to die...2025-04-1411 min

Marked by GraceThe Origins of the Easter Bunny Heath Lambert explores the surprising origins of Easter traditions many Christians celebrate. Discover how the Easter bunny, colored eggs, and even the word "Easter" itself have roots in pagan fertility rituals, and learn how to keep Christ's resurrection at the center of your celebration.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction and this week's question about Easter traditions1:00 The pagan origins of the word "Easter" and spring celebrations2:33 How rabbits and eggs became fertility symbols in pagan rituals3:41 The Easter bunny's journey to America through German immigrants4:38 Keeping Christ's...2025-04-0705 min

Marked by GraceIs Total Depravity True for Christians? Heath Lambert explores a profound theological question: Does the doctrine of total depravity still apply to believers after salvation? Discover what Scripture teaches about our sinful nature before Christ and the transformative power of regeneration.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction and today's theological question0:48 What is total depravity? Defining the doctrine2:18 Biblical foundation: Romans 8:7-8 and our natural state3:24 Total depravity, salvation, and the Christian life5:13 The answer: 2 Corinthians 5:17 and new creation theologyKEY POINTS:2025-03-3106 min

Marked by GraceDo Homosexual Kids Disqualify a Pastor? Heath Lambert addresses a sensitive pastoral qualification question: Does having an adult child who identifies as homosexual or enters a same-sex marriage disqualify someone from pastoral ministry? Learn what Scripture teaches about pastoral qualifications and family responsibility.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction to Marked by Grace podcast0:12 Today's question: Do homosexual kids disqualify a pastor?0:36 Context and clarification of the question1:03 Understanding the intersection of pastoral qualifications and family issues1:38 First principle: Pastors are disqualified for their sins, not others'2:17...2025-03-1705 min

Marked by GraceShould Addicts Keep Track of Their Clean Time? Pastor Heath Lambert explores whether those recovering from addiction should count their days, months, or years of sobriety. With wisdom from Hebrews 13:9, he examines how tracking "clean time" can either support or potentially undermine true grace-centered recovery.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction to Marked by Grace podcast0:30 Today's question: Should addicts keep track of their clean time?0:38 Context: Question from someone recovering from pornography addiction1:08 Cultural practice of tracking sobriety time1:27 Why we naturally notice the absence of addiction2:14 Important perspective on tracking clean time 2025-03-1007 min

Marked by GraceShould Christians Threaten to Sue Other Christians? On this episode of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath Lambert addresses a challenging question: Is it biblical for Christians to threaten legal action against fellow believers? Discover what 1 Corinthians 6 teaches about resolving conflicts within the church and why both suing AND threatening to sue violates Scripture's clear teaching.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction to Marked by Grace podcast0:17 Today's question: Should Christians threaten to sue other Christians?1:02 What does 1 Corinthians 6 say about Christians suing Christians?2:29 The specific question about threatening lawsuits3:00 A...2025-03-0305 min

Marked by GraceIs it okay for Christians to avoid other Christians? Pastor Heath Lambert addresses whether it's biblically acceptable for Christians to intentionally avoid or exclude other believers, particularly in everyday interactions like greeting one another.Key Points- Christians live in an increasingly "graceless" culture that normalizes cutting people off- Scripture commands us to "aim for restoration" (2 Corinthians 13:11)- While complete restoration isn't always possible, Christians are called to maintain basic courtesy- Jesus acknowledges the reality of enemies but commands us to love them (Matthew 5:43-44)- Even greeting...2025-02-2407 min

Marked by GraceCan Former Abusers be Pastors? Pastor Heath Lambert addresses whether someone with a history of abuse can serve in pastoral ministry, examining three key background issues that inform this complex question.Key Points- Biblical qualifications for pastors include being "above reproach" (Titus 1:6-7) and "well thought of by outsiders" (1 Timothy 3:7)- The importance of careful definition and evidence in abuse cases- The relationship between forgiveness and consequences: while Christ offers forgiveness (1 John 1:9), some past actions may disqualify from pastoral ministry- The need for churches to...2025-02-1712 min

Marked by GraceIs Genesis Real History? Pastor Heath Lambert addresses whether the Book of Genesis should be understood as actual history. Drawing from his current sermon series through Genesis at First Baptist, he explains why Genesis should be read as historical narrative rather than myth or allegory.Key Points- Genesis presents itself as historical narrative from beginning to end- The text provides no markers to separate myth from history- Jesus referenced Adam and Eve as historical figures (Matthew 19:4-6)- The apostles, including Paul, treated Genesis...2025-02-1009 min

Marked by GraceDoes Public Disagreement Require Personal Reconciliation Pastor Heath Lambert addresses whether Christians who disagree publicly must seek personal reconciliation. Drawing from Scripture, he explains the important distinction between handling personal sin and addressing public false teaching.Key Points- Matthew 18:15 guides us on handling personal sin through private conversation- Titus 1:9 commands teachers to publicly address false teaching- Public error requires public correction- Private reconciliation shouldn't be used to avoid addressing doctrinal concernsConnect With UsQuestions for future episodes? Email: markedbygrace@fbcjax...2025-02-0310 min

What Happened at FirstAn Interview with Heath and Lauren - Episode 8 Thank you so much for listening to the What Happened at First Baptist Podcast! We hope this has been a blessing to you and please enjoy this bonus episode of Pastor Heath and his wife Lauren. 2023-10-161h 00

First PreachingLove Never Fails A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:8-13. 2023-05-291h 21

First PreachingLove is Aggressive A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:7. 2023-05-221h 27

First PreachingLove Does not Rejoice In Unrighteousness But In Truth A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:6. 2023-05-1540 min

First PreachingLove is not Angry A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:5. 2023-05-0836 min

First PreachingLove is not Rude A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:5. 2023-05-0142 min

First PreachingLove is not Arrogant A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:4. 2023-04-2438 min

First PreachingLove is Kind A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:4. 2023-04-1733 min

First PreachingLove is Patient A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:4. 2023-04-1035 min

First PreachingThe Calamity of Life Without Love A preaching series through 1 Corinthians 13 by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Corinthians 13:1-3. 2023-04-0341 min

First PreachingProvision and Progress: Part 2 A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 4:14. 2023-03-2737 min

First PreachingProvision and Progress: Part 1 A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 10:32-39. 2023-03-2035 min

First PreachingPurpose and Progress A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 8:1-8. 2023-03-1335 min

First PreachingProblems and Progress Part 2 A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 6:1-14. 2023-03-0641 min

First PreachingProblems and Progress Part 1 A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 4:1-8. 2023-02-2734 min

First PreachingPastoral Leadership and Progress A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 5:14-19. 2023-02-2043 min

First PreachingPartnership and Progress A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 3. 2023-02-1339 min

First PreachingPurity and Progress A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 5. 2023-02-0637 min

First PreachingPrayer and Progress A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 1:1-11. 2023-01-3041 min

First PreachingPain and Progress A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 1:1-4. 2023-01-2335 min

First PreachingA New Generation of Miracles A preaching series through the book of Nehemiah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Nehemiah 1-2:8. 2023-01-161h 13

First PreachingLife Lessons from a Reluctant Prophet A preaching series through the book of Jonah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Jonah 4. 2023-01-0937 min

First PreachingA City Awakened A preaching series through the book of Jonah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Jonah 3. 2023-01-0242 min

First PreachingAwake in the Fish A preaching series through the book of Jonah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Jonah 1:17-2:10. 2022-12-2643 min

First PreachingThrown in the Sea A preaching series through the book of Jonah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Jonah 1:7-16. 2022-12-1939 min

First PreachingAsleep in the Storm A preaching series through the book of Jonah by Heath Lambert. Join us in Jonah 1:1-6. 2022-12-1228 min

First PreachingSpeech and the Christian Life: Part 4 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 5:12. 2022-12-0539 min

First PreachingSuffering and the Christian Life: Part 3 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 5:7-11. 2022-11-2834 min

First PreachingWealth and the Christian Life: Part 3 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 5:1-6. 2022-11-2139 min

First PreachingSpeech and the Christian Life: Part 3 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 4:13-17. 2022-11-1433 min

First PreachingSpeech and the Christian Life: Part 2 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 4:11-12. 2022-11-0734 min

First PreachingWorldliness and the Christian Life: Part 2 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 4:4-10. 2022-10-3140 min

First PreachingPrayer and the Christian Life: Part 2 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 4:2-3! 2022-10-2430 min

First PreachingConflict and the Christian Life A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 4:1-2! 2022-10-1734 min

First PreachingWisdom and the Christian Life A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 3:18! 2022-10-1039 min

First PreachingSpeech and the Christian Life A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 3:1-12! 2022-10-0341 min

First PreachingObedience and the Christian Life: Part 2 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 2:14-26! 2022-09-2637 min

First PreachingWealth and the Christian Life: Part 2 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 2:1-13! 2022-09-1944 min

First PreachingObedience and the Christian Life: Part 1 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:22-25! 2022-09-1235 min

First PreachingAnger and the Christian Life A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:19-21! 2022-09-0531 min

First PreachingGod and the Christian Life: Part 2 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:18! 2022-08-2940 min

First PreachingGod and the Christian Life: Part 1 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:17-18! 2022-08-2237 min

First PreachingSin and the Christian Life A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:13-16! 2022-08-1538 min

First PreachingSuffering and the Christian Life: Part 2 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:12! 2022-08-0832 min

First PreachingWealth and the Christian Life: Part 1 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:9-11! 2022-08-0132 min

First PreachingPrayer and the Christian Life: Part 1 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:5-8! 2022-07-2531 min

First PreachingSuffering and the Christian Life: Part 1 A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:2-4! 2022-07-1835 min

First PreachingJames and the Christian Life A preaching series through the book of James by Heath Lambert. Join us in James 1:1! 2022-07-1134 min

First PreachingThe Return of Jesus Christ A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Revelation 22! 2022-07-0440 min

First PreachingThe Letters of the Other Apostles A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Peter 1! 2022-06-2737 min

First PreachingThe Letters of Paul A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Romans 3! 2022-06-2036 min

First PreachingThe Outpouring of the Holy Spirit A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Acts 2! 2022-06-1341 min

First PreachingThe Life, Death, Resurrection, and Ascension of Jesus A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Hebrews 7! 2022-06-0640 min

First PreachingThe Miracles of Jesus A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in John 11! 2022-05-3045 min

First PreachingThe Preaching of Jesus A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Luke 15! 2022-05-2346 min

First PreachingThe Birth of Jesus A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in John 1! 2022-05-1640 min

First PreachingThe Major Prophets A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Jeremiah 31! 2022-05-0938 min

First PreachingThe Minor Prophets A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Joel 2! 2022-05-0229 min

First PreachingThe Proverbs A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Proverbs 2! 2022-04-2541 min

First PreachingThe Psalms A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Psalm 1! 2022-04-1837 min

First PreachingKing David A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Samuel 17! 2022-04-1146 min

First PreachingKing Saul A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in 1 Samuel 17! 2022-04-0432 min

First PreachingThe Judges A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Judges 2! 2022-03-2837 min

Marked by GraceShould Christians Drink? In this episode of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath answers the question, "should Christians drink?" 2022-03-2811 min

First PreachingThe Conquest of the Land A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Joshua 1! 2022-03-2138 min

Marked by GraceShould I Get a Tattoo? In this episode of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath talks about a Biblical view of getting a tattoo. 2022-03-2110 min

First PreachingThe Wilderness Wanderings A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Deuteronomy 1! 2022-03-1440 min

Marked by GraceShould I Spank My Children? In this episode of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath looks at what the Bible says about spanking children. 2022-03-1409 min

First PreachingThe Ten Commandments A preaching series by Heath Lambert. 2022-03-0738 min

Marked by GraceA Christian Response to Cancel Culture On this episode of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath talks about a Christian response to Cancel Culture 2022-03-0710 min

First PreachingCrossing the Red Sea A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Exodus14! 2022-02-2834 min

Marked by GraceWhat Is the Unforgivable Sin? On this episode of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath talks about the unforgivable sin. 2022-02-2809 min

First PreachingThe Passover A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Exodus 12! 2022-02-2137 min

First PreachingThe Power of God in the Life of Joseph A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Genesis 50! 2022-02-1438 min

Marked by GraceAlone on Valentine's Day In this edition of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath discusses a biblical strategy on what to do if you are alone on Valentine's Day. 2022-02-1411 min

First PreachingGod's Covenant With Abraham A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Genesis 12! 2022-02-0733 min

Marked by GraceShould Christians Tithe? In this edition of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath discusses the topic of tithing. 2022-02-0710 min

First PreachingThe Tower of Babel A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Genesis 11! 2022-01-3035 min

Marked by GraceHow We Should Disagree In this edition of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath discusses a biblical strategy on how to disagree with another person. 2022-01-3009 min

Marked by GraceLet's Go Brandon? In this edition of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath discusses how Christians should respond to the phrase "Let's Go Brandon." 2022-01-2314 min

First PreachingNoah and the Flood A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Genesis 6! 2022-01-2337 min

First PreachingThe Fall A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Genesis 3! 2022-01-1741 min

First PreachingCreation A preaching series through the entire Bible by Heath Lambert. Join us in Genesis 1! 2022-01-1040 min

Marked by GraceFallen Pastors In this first episode of Marked by Grace, Pastor Heath talks about how Christians should respond to fallen pastors in ministry. 2022-01-1015 min

That’s So Random: A Random Movie PodcastEpisode 4 - Bayama IrukkuKerry and Heath struggle with their own whiteness while discussing this Kollywood horror-comedy that is neither scary nor funny. When is a plot twist not a plot twist? Who’s babysitting that baby? Is this a good or bad movie? We don’t know!2020-10-2954 min

That’s So Random: A Random Movie PodcastEpisode 1 - The Dark CrystalHeath and guest @kerryvalarece discuss the 1982 children’s fantasy classic(?), how messed up kids movies were back then, and how girl Gelflings rule, boy gelflings drool.2020-10-0941 min