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Matthew 10b Persecutions Are Coming
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 10:16-26
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Matthew 10:16-26 As we study this section of Jesus teaching, we know as Christians we are going to be as sheep among the wolves. There are some important lessons being taught in these verses. Persecution is not new, and it will continue until we are out of here. But we know we can have peace in the middle of tribulation because Jesus has overcome the world. We are to be wise and understand the battle that we are in because it is a war between good and evil. There are some practical lessons included here but probably one of the most important is not to fear these coming persecutions. 49min
Matthew 10c Knowing God & His Will
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 10:27-39
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Matthew 10:27-39 So many lessons in today's message. Everything from learning the fear of God to not being afraid. Learning the nature and the character of God is one of the first things HE desires of us. Understanding that he knows every detail about us and our lives is also vital. Have you ever stopped to think about what it meant when Jesus said "I did not come to bring peace but a sword". We are in spiritual warfare right now, and the time of the rapture is getting very close. We must all learn to be FATOs - that is faithful, available, teachable, and obedient. We also covered what it means to give up our life here to gain eternal life in heaven. 52min
Matthew 11a Christ's Literal Words - Accepting His Truths
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 10:40 - 11:19
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Matthew 10:40 - 11:19
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Matthew 10:40 - 11:19 Jesus speaking to us in this message teaches us multiple concepts. A biggie is how we are to share Jesus Christ with others. Remember, people don't reject you they reject the gospel message of Jesus and the love of God the Father. Another big lesson is that all Christians at times may have some doubts because even John the Baptist did. Today we also address the fact that excepting Jesus as your Lord and Savior involves battle. Spiritual warfare. When we talk about what it means to actually understand the gospel message sometimes the hearing may be there will the actual listening is missing. And lastly we talk about apologetics. What is the best way to share with others? Your personal testimony. 57min
Matthew 11b The Message - Judgement or Rest & 4th July
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 11:20-30
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Matthew 11:20-30 & Luke 10-16 First of all I would like to say I'm sorry for not posting this last week. In today's lesson, Jesus had a lot to say about hearing the word of God and not acting upon it. In the next year or two, there are going to be some really big changes to the way we have to live here in the United States. We need to humble ourselves before God and pray for mercy and protection as prophecy is being fulfilled at every turn. Does anyone fear God anymore? It is past time to step up our commitment to the Word of God and following Jesus Christ in word and deed. As we come to better understand the "yoke" of Jesus, I pray you will understand that there is much work to be done, but the burden is light, and the joys of our Lord are unspeakable. 50min
Matthew 12a The Sabbath & Lying Spirits
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 12:1-14 & 1 Kings 22:23
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Matthew 12:1-14 & 1 Kings 22:23
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Matthew 12:1-14 & 2 Thesalonians 2:11 & 1 Kings 22:23 Today's lesson, is a composite of two big principles that must be known and understood. The lesson from Matthew is pretty straightforward. The seventh day rest before God is for man and his relationship with the creator. It isn't about the law, it's about love, mercy, and relationship. The Pharisees were so intent on religious practices that they totally missed the point. In the second part of this message I address some changes that are coming that we all must face. God's prophetic word is coming true and Christ's soon return is at the door. Lies and deceptions are everywhere, people are confused, and the old normal is now gone forever. It is time to cling fast to the Word of God, our relationship with Jesus Christ, and not lose hope in His promises to us his children. Yes, God can allow evil lies and deceptions to help bring about HIS perfect plan. God knows you, loves you, and wants to spare you from the prophecies that are coming soon. 51min
Matthew 12b Healing & Casting Out
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 12:15-30
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Matthew 12:15-30 In our teaching this week, there is going to be quite a bit of emphasis on the workings of the Holy Spirit. As Jesus healed the sick and cast out demons the religious leaders of the day refused to recognize the power of God. They even accused Jesus of working on the power of Satan. As our days grow darker under the influence of evil we must all (as Christ followers) learn more about how the Holy Spirit works and to hear that still small voice of God's love and compassion toward mankind. Included are eight scriptures from Matthew on what the Holy Spirit is and does. There is no neutral ground, either we are on God's side in this spiritual war or we are part of the devils company who will be judged and condemned forever. 57min
Matthew 12d Spirits and Family
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 12: 43-50
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Matthew 12: 43-50
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Matthew 12: 43-50 Well not much has gone right since my teaching about spiritual interferance. Last week the camera, mic, and program and recorder all went kafluawee,.and I'm still having problems. Realy don't know if it is me or major computer promblems. Anyway I will somehow post last weeks sermon some time after I rerecord it again because recorder also failed! Praying this weeks lesson will bless you and you will lean to lean harder that ever before on Jesus - HE is our rock and stability in these troubled times. This week we are again addressing some spiritual teachings of Jesus. And who our closest family realy is. 45min
Matthew 13a 4 Soils, God Hears, ComingTrials
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 13:1-23
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Matthew 13:1-23 Today's lesson covers a number of subjects and Scriptures please have your pen and paper ready so that you can study the Scriptures afterwards. Our teaching on praising God in the middle of impossible odds comes from 2Chronicles 20:1-30. other scriptures include Isaiah 30:8-14, 1John 4:1-6, Titus 2:11-15, Ezekiel 33:1-7 and 2Thessalonians to: 5-11. We are facing unprecedented times in these ending days of mankind before the rapture of all Christ followers. We need to be strong in spirit following the Holy Spirit's guidance and discernment in everything that we do. You need to know that it is a privilege to be living in this period of time when so many prophecies are coming true and we can see the hand of God working every day.
Matthew 13b Tares and Wheat Together
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 13:24-30
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Matthew 13:24-30 and 2Peter 2:1-22 In today's lesson we will attempt to explain why we live in a world containing both good and evil. Although it may not answer all your questions, Jesus parable on the wheat and the tares contains several lessons for us. But in order to do this properly you should have listened to last week's sermon. If not please listen to last week's topic about the four types of soils. First of all we must remember that the work of judgment belongs totally to God. There are three points you should understand about the really tough question of "if God is all-powerful and good where does it evil come from and why is it permitted." As we go into second Peter chapter 2 we see how God has laid this all out. God will not eliminate the opposition until the end of the age. So remember, God does the weeding. 44min
Matthew 13:31-43 Mustard Seeds and Leaven
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 13:31-43
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Matthew 13:31-43 First of all, I must apologize for the recorder not being turned on during verses 31 – 32. Two main point: how can a handful of inexperienced men and women he called the kingdom and Jesus kingdom was quiet humble beginning. Remember, outward appearances count for very little. The power of Almighty God can easily work through humble instruments in ways that are not obvious. From this tiny beginning eventually the whole world would be covered with the gospel. This parable meant that small size or relative power at the beginning does not indicate the final outcome. The leaven was a symbol of internal growth. A spiritual dynamicrather than outward power. Parables separated the curiosity seekers from the true followers. 38min
Matthew 13d Hidden Treasure, Pearls, & a Dragnet
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 13:44-50
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Matthew 13:44-50 In our lesson today, we are going to look at three interconnected parables, All related to the kingdom of heaven. Some key questions are going to be answered about the Christian life and what makes YOU and the kingdom of heaven so valuable. As Jesus is using every day things that help explain the spiritual, hopefully anyone who has ears to hear can pick up on the deeper meanings. I pray you remember the example of the Pearl, because as we look at that part of the Scripture we can see how Jesus Christ is changing our lives and we are becoming something of great value. I believe Ephesians 2:1-10 helps bring out even greater meaning to today's teaching. 45min
Matthew 13e Have You Understood
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 13:51-58
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Matthew 13:51-58 When Jesus said "have you understood all these things?" That question is very applicable to today. With all the craziness, confusion, and corruption that is going on around us - you may be asking yourself "what in the world is going on?" Having spiritual insight into the times we are living in right now is essential to a peaceful healthy life. Understanding is the core of discipleship, but only true followers of Jesus are given the full ability to really understand. I pray through this message you will gain a better knowledge of what God is accomplishing in you and the world today. 60min
Matthew 14a John the Baptist Lessons for life
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 14:1-12
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Matthew 14:1-12 Who was John the Baptist? What was his significance? His central theme was repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near. John the Baptist was the last of the Old Testament prophets, he ushered in the New Testament and the mission and revealingof the Messiah. Even though he was spoken of as the greatest of prophets Jesus says believers of today are greater than he. Are we prepared? Are we ready to spread the gospel at any price? What assurances did John the Baptist have as he was alone in that dark cold damp prison cell awaiting to be beheaded. In this lesson I will give you a lot of background of what happened, AND lots of verses of assurance to give you peace in these troubled times. 48min
Matthew 14b Feeding the 5000
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 14:13-21
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Matthew 14:13-21 This miracle of what Jesus did in feeding the 5000 has so many lessons to teach us. One word you will hear over and over again is the word compassion. Do you have any idea how much Jesus loves you? Even though the disciples had been with Jesus for a long time they needed to be taught about FAITH and TRUST in the one who cares so much for us. We especially need to hear the message of hope in these hard times. God is working out a plan that we don't quite understand right now. However, Jesus is still in the miracle working business. The impossible is God's specialty. Your limited resources plus Jesus equals more than enough. We need to learn that solving physical problems sometimes require a spiritual solution. And, most of all, God has compassion for you. 46min
Matthew 14c Can You Walk on Water
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 14:22-36
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Matthew 14:22-36 In today's lesson, we are going to be going over the well-known story of Peter walking on the water. However, there is so much more to these verses that one might miss unless you take a closer, thoughtful look, at the Scriptures themselves. Upon looking deeper there are five demonstrations, or proofs, of Jesus deity that led to the disciples confession in verse 33 - "truly you are the son of God". Those five unmistakable verifications of Jesus divine authority, divine knowledge, divine protection, divine love, and divine power should strengthen your faith. there are two types of storms in life; the storms of correction and the storms of perfection. We must never judge our security on the basis of circumstances alone. Doubt equals fear and faith equals peace is an everlasting concept. 41min
Matthew 15a Polluting & Ignoring God's Word
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 15:1-20
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Matthew 15:1-20 Today's recording will include communion and some pertinent Scriptures concerning Jesus as the bread and blood of life. When we continue on into the sermon several scriptures will be included which I hope you will have pen and paper to write down. The primary context of today's lesson concerns the difference between a religion and a relationship with Jesus Christ. What defiles a man was not what the Pharisees thought. I pray you will take time to study Psalm 51 for yourself sometime during the week. A key point is, the condition of a person's heart will be revealed by his or her words and actions. You will also learn about the Jewish custom of Korban in relationship to the fifth commandment. 60min
Matthew 15b A Woman's Faith - 5 Pointers
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 15:21-28
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Matthew 15:21-28 Well as God prompted me, "you can't finish chapter 15 today", just do the seven verses. There is more than enough right there! Thank you Jesus, YOU are always right. So today's lesson is going to focus on how you can have "great faith" just like the woman in Canaan. There are some really good lessons in here that if you don't go slowly you will miss them. Like the keys to a great faith come from the five key qualities shown in those seven verses. They are; be repentant, have your faith properly directed, be reverent toward God, be persistent, and above all be humble. I hope you realize that for our own good God sometimes places barriers before us. He wants our faith to be strong and unwavering. We need to learn to trust Jesus when we don't get exactly what we want right away. 52min
Matthew 15c Feeding 4000 & Jesus Touch
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 15:29-39
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Matthew 15:29-39 In today's lesson you will hear how God's compassion and loving touch is just as effective today as it was 2000 years ago. This lesson is a very personal one for me in that miracles do change an individual's life. Irregardless of what some denominations believe God still does heal today. Do you have an open mind and heart? Do you need a touch from God today? Jesus is not only able but willing to change your life today. Don't ever let anyone steal away your faith and awe in the power and compassion of Jesus. Divine compassion embraces every dimension of human need. 48min
Matthew 16a Who is Jesus & 4 Types of Faith
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 16:1-20
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Matthew 16:1-20 The theme of Matthew 16 is really about faith. Four different kinds: no faith, little faith, saving faith, and serving faith. We see the Sadducees and the Pharisees, although they never got along on anything, agreeing on one thing "Jesus must be killed". They asked for a sign from heaven, they missed the fact that Jesus was the sign. Jesus accused them of not being able to discern the signs of the times. We are much like that today. Do you sense that we are living in the ending generation? Are our minds so fixed on the world that we miss the spiritual implications of what is going on around us? The main point is "who do YOU say that Jesus is"? 41min
Matthew 16b The Things of God vs Man
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 16:21-28
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Matthew 16:21-28 Being mindful of the things of God is so important. Jesus tried to teach his disciples this in today's lesson; and Peter kind of got his toes stepped on by Jesus. Old Testament prophecy played a pretty big role in today's lesson, in that it was all laid out ahead of time what the coming Messiah was to do. Jesus is now being very straightforward with his disciples about his ultimate mission. It is a hard saying "for whoever desires to save his life will lose it". But being a Christ follower of is sometimes a tough road to follow. Jesus had a lot to say about rewards when we are loyal to the end. 49min
Matthew 17a The Transfiguration of Jesus
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 17:1-13
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Matthew 17:1-13 This is an exciting lesson today. I'm sure many have glossed over these verses by saying "oh that's cool". But there are deeper implications to these verses than one would expect. A little bit of heaven's glory coming down to earth and witnessed by man! WOW! As you listen today I pray you will be blessed and think deeply on some of the concepts presented here. Such as: what does it mean to endure to the end, and what is Jesus trying to teach you in your trials, and listening means not merely hearing but obeying what is heard, and are you prepared for the battles that lie ahead? 49min
Matthew 17b Lessons for Powerful Prayers
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 17:14-21
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Matthew 17:14-21 As we move from the mountain of glory (last week, the Transfiguration) two the Valley of Need we learned some powerful lessons about prayer. In this day and age we all need to understand how to access God's glorious love and power in our prayers. Jesus was amazed at the lack of faith exhibited by his disciples. What must he think of his followers today? As we look at our own prayers today, and the Scriptures that tell us how to pray, you may be surprised what God has to say about accessing his power so that our prayers can be answered. 45min
Matthew 17c Thanksgiving a Vital Message of Hope
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 17:22-23
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Matthew 17:22-23 When the disciples were told that Jesus would die, but rise on the third day, they were bewildered and confused. Many people in this world are bewildered and confused concerning the times in which we live. But because of prophecy and the promises of the Bible we should understand what is going on and not be afraid. There is a reason for it all and there are some big lessons to be learned from; Matthew 10:26-33, James 1:2-6, 12, 16-18, and Luke 12:22-34. As you listen I pray you will have pen and paper in hand to take some notes on the key points of how NOT to be afraid. 51min
Matthew 17d Jesus Special Lesson for Peter
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 17:24-27
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Matthew 17:24-27 Todays lesson has some often missed lessons on when to compermise and when to stand up for Biblical truthes. We address how leaders should rule and our obligation to act as good witnessness to those who don't follow Jesus Christ. 55min
Matthew 18a Hunble Yourself
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 18:1-9
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Matthew 18:1-9 In today's lessonwe are going to be challenged and encouraged at the same time. God wants each of us to approach Him in the simplicity of a child. Having confidence, and the understanding that our heavenly father only wants the best for us. Yes the Scripture addresses who is going to be the greatest in heaven; but that question is framed in the wrong way. Your heavenly father recognizes your needs and wants and knows what's best for you. However pride and the nature of things here in this fallen world do not apply in the heavenly realm and we need to understand what Jesus wants for us before we transition to his perfect everlasting kingdom. I pray this thought-provoking and challenging message will give you insight into what Jesus wants for you as his child. 51min
Matthew 18c Jesus Finding Lost Sheep
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 18:10-14
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Matthew 18:10-14 In today's lesson we only look at four verses in Matthew however; we will be referring to quite a number of other verses throughout the New Testament. I don't know if as a Christian you have ever drifted away from Christ but many have. One thing is certain Jesus is the good shepherd and he will go looking for you and bring you back. You can be assured that Jesus loves his individual children ( or in this case sheep ) that He not only keeps track of you, but He has a whole host of angels to carry out His goodwill for you. Please have a pen and paper so that you can write down some of the longer Scriptures that I'm going to read to you. 50min
Matthew 18d Conflict
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 18:15-20
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Matthew 18:15-20 In today's world, conflict seems to be everywhere. How are we to get along in this world if we don't know how to resolve conflict? The peace of God will be with those who follow biblical principles in this area but sometimes it is very difficult. We have to understand that dealing with church members ( which our covered Scriptures are about today ) is different than dealing with our unsaved friends and neighbors. But there are good biblical principles to follow in all cases. Sorry this is not a Christmas message, but maybe this will help during some of the conflicts that arise at this time of year. 46min
Matthew 18e Forgivness & Christmas
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 18:21-35
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Matthew 18:21-35 Today's lesson is going to be slightly different. Upon the suggestion of two people within our little church, they thought it might be a good idea if we had an interactive sermon this Sunday. So, what you're about to hear is some thoughts about FORGIVENESS related to Christmas and the upcoming year of 2022. In the text that we will be looking at you will hear various members of our little group commenting about their experiences and thoughts on forgiveness. Please have a paper and pen ready to not only write down some of the Scriptures we are going to refer to, but thoughts of your brothers and sisters. (also it would be a good idea to have your volume a little bit louder than normal so that you can hear the comments made) We can learn so much from each other when we share openly and honestly how the word of God has affected our lives and walk with Jesus. I think this lesson is very timely not only because of the Christmas season, but because of the days ahead that we must face in this evil time. 61min
Matthew 19 EOY Hope in 2022
Pastor Nelson
Various NT & OT
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As we end 2021 and march into 2022, we need to look at both the world around us AND encouraging Scriptures. We cannot ignore what has happened during this last year. Yet in the middle of all that is happening right now we must remain confident that God is in control and will take care of His people during these very trying times. Therefore, I am including multiple verses that you need to write down, and placed deep within your heart and consciousness as we face 2022. During this message we also had communion and even though I didn't get to present all the material I had on the why's of communion; it is a time to remember and praise God for what Christ did for us. 54min
Matthew 19 Knowledge Understanding Wisdom
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Today's journey is going to venture down a slightly different path. We are living in a very unique time where prophecies are coming true so rapidly that Jesus imminent return for His church is at hand and almost every believer is sensing the nearness of the rapture. BUT what is it going to take to stay faithful and be a victor in these troubling times. Lies and deceptions are everywhere! What we followers of Jesus Christ need now more than ever before is KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING, and WISDOM. Turn to 2Thessalonians 2:9-12. Death and destruction is happening worldwide, but we as believers in Jesus Christ can weather the storm and have peace and comfort if we understand some basic principles. I pray the Holy Spirit will open your ears to hear the message today, and be refreshed in knowing that are Everlasting Loving God does not want us to be in darkness concerning the things of this world. 61min
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