P.S. Post Sermon Podcast

Wes McAdams
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The P.S. Post Sermon Podcast is where Wes McAdams and other ministers from the church of Christ on McDermott Road keep the conversation going after Sunday’s sermon. Each week, we sit down to unpack the message more deeply, answer questions from our church family, and respond to feedback. This is a space for honest discussion, biblical reflection, and practical application. Whether you missed the sermon, want to dig deeper into the passage, or are wrestling with how the message connects to real life, this podcast is designed for you. Think of it as the "postscript" to Sunday’s worship—a chance to process, reflect, and grow together in faith. Join us as we explore Scripture, talk through tough questions, and encourage one another to live more like Jesus in our homes, our workplaces, and our community.

  1. Why "Going to Heaven" Isn't Our Ultimate Hope

    1D AGO

    Why "Going to Heaven" Isn't Our Ultimate Hope

    In this episode of the PS Podcast, Matt and Wes discuss life, death, and the hope of resurrection. Building on Wes’s recent sermon from 1 Corinthians 15, they explore why bodily resurrection—not escape to a disembodied heaven—is central to the gospel and our daily discipleship. Wes explains how death interrupts our vocation as God’s image bearers, why Scripture presents an embodied, creation‑affirming hope, and how “already and not yet” tensions help us avoid false dichotomies in reading the Bible. They also tackle listener questions about cremation, and the fate of believers and unbelievers after death. Along the way, they offer practical guidance for talking to kids about resurrection, resisting temptation in light of our eternal inheritance, and thinking wisely about technology and AI without outsourcing our humanity or our relationships. Listen to this week's lesson, "Committed in the Hope of Resurrection" at https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/committed-in-the-hope-of-resurrection/

    39 min
  2. Where Do We Go When We Die?

    APR 13

    Where Do We Go When We Die?

    What happens to us immediately after we die? In this episode of the Post Sermon Podcast, Barrett and Wes McAdams unpack the "intermediate state" — the disembodied period between physical death and the resurrection — drawing primarily from 2 Corinthians 4–5. Wes explains why the Bible's relative silence on afterlife details isn't a problem but a clue: Scripture is far more concerned with how we're living now than with satisfying our curiosity about what's next. They tackle common misreadings of the Rich Man and Lazarus, examine Paul's "jars of clay" theology, and address whether 1 Thessalonians 4 teaches a secret rapture (spoiler: it doesn't). The conversation lands on the hope that drives everything — not mere "life after death," but what N.T. Wright calls "life after life after death": bodily resurrection, new creation, and reigning with Jesus in the renewed heavens and earth. This episode is a discussion of the sermon, "Confident of Being with the Lord" that was preached at the church of Christ on McDermott Road on April 12, 2026. You can listen to the full sermon here: https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/confident-of-being-with-the-lord/ Links & ResourcesBooks: Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright — The book where Wright develops his influential "life after life after death" framework, arguing for bodily resurrection and new creation as the ultimate Christian hopeVideos: Francis Chan – Rope Illustration (Original) — The eternity illustration referenced in the episodeKey Scripture References Discussed: 2 Corinthians 4:7–5:8Luke 16:19–31 (Rich Man and Lazarus)1 Thessalonians 4:13–17Connect with Wes: Blog & Podcast: RadicallyChristian.comYouTube: Wes McAdams – Radically Christian

    34 min
  3. Why the Resurrection Matters

    APR 6

    Why the Resurrection Matters

    What does the resurrection of Jesus actually change about your daily life? Wes and Matt discuss the Easter Sunday sermon, in which Wes McAdams kicks off a new series on life after death by tackling the question most people are too embarrassed to ask: I believe the resurrection happened — but why does it matter? Wes and Matt explore what it looks like to live as people who genuinely believe Jesus is alive and reigning right now — not just a figure from history. They also answer listener questions about whether the faithful dead are "watching over us," why you can't (and shouldn't try to) forgive yourself, and how God's declaration of forgiveness is the only one that counts. If you've ever wanted to live with more courage and less fear, this conversation is for you. This episode is a discussion of the sermon, "Courageous Because of the Empty Tomb" that was preached at the church of Christ on McDermott Road in Plano, Texas on April 5, 2026. You can listen to the full sermon at: https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/courageous-because-of-the-empty-tomb/

    36 min
  4. No Fear of Social Pressure

    MAR 30

    No Fear of Social Pressure

    Do you make decisions based on what God says, or what your tribe expects? In this episode of the P.S. Podcast, Barrett Bingham sits down with preaching minister Wes McAdams to unpack Sunday's sermon from Romans 8. Wes opens with a vulnerable confession: he has long feared other people's negative opinions, and it has shaped his decisions more than he'd like to admit. Together, they explore how social groups quietly become our gods, why so many Christians know there's no condemnation yet still feel condemned, and what it practically looks like to live as a co-heir with Christ. If fear of rejection is running your life, this conversation will challenge and encourage you to name your fears, speak truth to them, and take bold steps forward in faith. This episode is a discussion of the sermon, "The Spirit of Slavery vs. The Spirit of Adoption" that was preached at the church of Christ on McDermott Road in Plano, Texas on March 29, 2026. You can listen to the full sermon at: https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/the-spirit-of-slavery-vs-the-spirit-of-adoption/

    42 min
  5. Responsibility to Serve

    MAR 23

    Responsibility to Serve

    In this episode of the P.S. Podcast, Wes McAdams and Matt Mead explore how being truly committed to our Christian mission transforms our hearts and our churches. They discuss personal responsibility, healthy service, and the importance of God's glory in our daily walk—all rooted in biblical truths and practical application. This episode is a discussion of the sermon, "What Is Your Role and Responsibility" that was preached at the church of Christ on McDermott Road in Plano, Texas on March 22, 2026. You can listen to the full sermon at: https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/what-is-your-role-and-responsibility/ Key Topics: The church's mission to help people become more like Jesus and our role in it (Romans 12)How understanding responsibility changes our approach to serviceThe importance of serving cheerfully out of love, not obligationPractical ways to identify opportunities for service around usThe dangers of burnout and the importance of rest and trusting God's controlThe significance of funerals and supporting one another through griefHow the Body of Christ functions with diverse gifts and talentsThe concept of stewardship versus ownership in ministry rolesThe role of humility and avoiding comparison in ministryThe biblical foundation of glorifying God and making His name famous

    43 min

  6. MAR 16

    How to Be More Like Jesus

    In this episode of The P. S. Podcast, Barrett and Wes dive into the depths of Matthew 13, exploring the significance of the parable of the sower and how it applies to our spiritual growth. They discuss how different heart conditions affect our receptivity to God's word and practical steps to cultivate fertile soil for faith to flourish. This episode is a discussion of the sermon, "What Are the Dangers and Obstacles" that was preached at the church of Christ on McDermott Road in Plano, Texas on March 15, 2026. You can listen to the full sermon at: https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/what-are-the-dangers-and-obstacles/ Takeaways: The parable of the sower as a diagnostic tool for self-examinationThe importance of starting from honesty and humility in spiritual growthRecognizing the different types of soil in our hearts and their seasonal natureThe dangers of wealth and the deceitfulness of riches in spiritual lifePractical ways to deepen rootsRecognizing and combating worldly influencesThe paradoxes of Jesus' teachings and why they still challenge us todayThe importance of ongoing self-reflection and cultivating soil through introspectionPractical next steps

    43 min
  7. Being a Faithful Church Member vs. Being a Faithful Disciple

    MAR 9

    Being a Faithful Church Member vs. Being a Faithful Disciple

    On this episode of the P.S. Podcast Wes McAdams and Matt Mead discuss the challenges of becoming more like Jesus through priorities and practices. They discuss how spiritual training, support, and service shape our faith journey. This episode is a discussion of the sermon, "What is Our Plan and Strategy" from March 8, 2026. You can listen to the full sermon at https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/what-is-our-plan-and-strategy/ Key Topics: Love as the chief doctrine in ChristianityThe importance of spiritual training and disciplinesSupporting one another in the church communityServing others to become more like JesusThe holistic nature of faith: combining emotion and reason

    39 min
  8. Discussing the Church's One Star Review

    MAR 2

    Discussing the Church's One Star Review

    In this episode of the P.S. Podcast, Wes McAdams and Barrett Bingham discuss the true purpose of church, how to evaluate sermons, and the importance of living a cruciform life that reflects Christ's love and sacrifice. They emphasize the significance of Christ in us, the church's mission to help believers become more like Jesus, and how to discern between comfort and sacrifice in our faith journey. This episode is a discussion about the sermon, "What Is Our Mission and Vision" that was preached at the church of Christ on McDermott Road in Plano, Texas on March 1, 2026. You can find that sermon here: https://www.ccmcdermott.org/sermons/what-is-our-vision-and-mission/ Church's purpose and missionHow to define sermon successThe concept of Christ in us and cruciform livingDiscerning sacrifice versus comfort in faithEvaluating church and community expectations

    29 min
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The P.S. Post Sermon Podcast is where Wes McAdams and other ministers from the church of Christ on McDermott Road keep the conversation going after Sunday’s sermon. Each week, we sit down to unpack the message more deeply, answer questions from our church family, and respond to feedback. This is a space for honest discussion, biblical reflection, and practical application. Whether you missed the sermon, want to dig deeper into the passage, or are wrestling with how the message connects to real life, this podcast is designed for you. Think of it as the "postscript" to Sunday’s worship—a chance to process, reflect, and grow together in faith. Join us as we explore Scripture, talk through tough questions, and encourage one another to live more like Jesus in our homes, our workplaces, and our community.

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  • Creator
    Wes McAdams
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Wes McAdams

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