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2 Peter 1d What will be Your Legacy
Pastor Nelson
2 Peter 1:12-21
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2 Peter 1:12-21 In today's lesson Peter reminds us to remember the basics of what God has taught us. We need to have confidence in what the Holy Spirit & Jesus the LivingWord of God has done for us by continually meditating on the basics of our faith. Peter, as he faced death, wanted to continually remind people of what Jesus had done for them. Please meditate on this: the life you see all around you every day is not true reality. ( that is a thought provoker for sure ) BUT true reality is God's spiritual world that we cannot quite see yet. But one day we will! I think you will find this message thought-provoking and encouraging. We all must remember the basics of our faith so that we can be strong and have good courage until the end, just like Peter. 55min
2 Peter 2a False Teachers Leading People Astray
Pastor Nelson
2 Peter 2:1-3
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2 Peter 2:1-3 Today's lesson is so vitally important to your eternal well-being! I hate to say it but we are all gullible and subject to believe the lies of Lucifer. Peter spared no words in warning his people against false teachers, and today I will be doing the same. We all must be well-versed in the basic teachings of the Bible, but what happens when minor subtleties start to creep in? I'm going to hit a lot of Bible verses today so have your pen and paper ready; I was surprised and I'm sure you will be to that there are so many Scriptures concerning false teachers. Primary point: Lucifer wants you to doubt the Bible and what Jesus has done for you. This message will help protect you from falling into the trap of lies that can ruin your life. 55min
2 Peter 2b Judgement & Deliverance
Pastor Nelson
2 Peter 2:4-11
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2 Peter 2:4-11 In today's world there are many who feel like God's judgment of sin will never come. As we study today's text, Peter assures the readers that judgment and rewards will come in God's timing. In the 3 examples shown how God will judge there are many lessons for humanity today. As we get closer and closer to the return of Christ the story of Noah and the flood as well as the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah hold some real clues for us today. When the Bible is speaking about the end times and fallen angels we can relate this also to what is happening on earth today. As we conclude the lesson I will relate some ways to trust God and get through these turbulent times. 61min
2 Peter 2c For Those Who Lead Astray
Pastor Nelson
2 Peter 2:12-17
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2 Peter 2:12-17 Welcome to another hard message from 2nd Peter. Today we will be talking about pseudo-salvation. And those who lead others into false beliefs and teachings about spiritual matters of which they know very little. I hope you listen closely to Martin Luther's quote from a sermon in 1531 concerning standing against false doctrine and those who would lead you away from a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and total trust in the Word of God. As we go through today's verses there are huge lessons to learn and to realize that hell is the blackness of darkness forever. I quickly go over 7 different kinds of false sinful people and teachers that you will know what to watch out for. 56min
2 Peter 2d Deceptions of False Teachers
Pastor Nelson
2 Peter 2:18-22
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2 Peter 2:18-22 Well, once again Peter is warning us to be very discerning about those we listen to and follow. We need to be fruit inspectors and understand that a little leaven infects the whole loaf. Addressing the question as to whether a person who is saved can lose their salvation is addressed with multiple scriptures. Peter's answer is absolutely not. However, we need to understand that those who don't teach the whole gospel in the power of the Holy Spirit can easily lead astray those who are seeking God's will and eternal life. Empty words sound so good sometimes - but please remember this "the truth is simple". Remember that people are slaves to what ever Masters them. Have you ever considered that you can hurt God when you disobey Him? One last thing, learn to hate the things that are not good for you. 49min
2 Peter 3a Jesus Second Coming
Pastor Nelson
2 Peter 3:1-7
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2 Peter 3:1-7 The day of the Lord is soon coming, do you believe it? As we discussed wholesome thinking and the refreshing of your memory, we need to talk a little bit about "pure reason" which is an uncontaminated by senses or a motion. Point number 1:we must remember God's word is our sure foundation. Point number 2: one mocker scoff at the idea of Christ's soon return, they have ignored the fact that God created the universe and will judge it. Point number 3:1 scoffers mocked at the promise of Christ's coming, is because they willfully ignore God's word about of future judgment. We have not yet seen Lucifer's power, signs and lying wonders and the great delusional lie that will cover the earth. Calvin: "you cannot take away the promise of Christ's return without destroying the very core of the gospel." The earth then sinners are reserved for fire. 57min
2 Peter 3b The Coming "Day of the Lord"
Pastor Nelson
2 Peter 3:8-13
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2 Peter 3:8-13 Today's message is an exciting one; a promise from God that should make every believer's heart joyful. Besides giving us hope, today's message explains some prophecies that many do not know about or understand. Remember God is never tardy or late and always fulfills His promises to us! Love is the reason that Jesus is delaying the destruction of the world. What this will look like is truly amazing. God's deepest desire for the world is repentance and faith so that one day we may spend eternity with Him in a brand-new heaven and earth. We should live each day as though Christ's return could at any monent. I pray you are right with God and are anxiously awaiting Jesus final victory and reward for believers. 55min
2 Peter 3c Ending, Future Persecutions, Groanings
PastorNelson
2 Peter 3:14-18 Psm 42 +
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2 Peter 3:14-18 Psm 42 +
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2 Peter 3:14-18 This teaching is going to conclude 2 Peter then go to a key scripture Psalms 42 which will lead us to 2 important topics - persecution and groanings.
2014-15 Blood Red Moons
Pastor Nelson
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A "discussion Sunday", about the God's awesome power & control evidenced by HIS SIGNS IN THE HEAVENS! His Blood Red Moons & the history of them (according to NASA!) is mind blowing! Never in the history of mankind are the events of our times making it so clear that God is totally aware of man and what we are doing, and it is all in HIS PERFECT TIMING. We cannot know the day nor the hour of His Return but the time is certainly drawing closer! On the CCS home page (just to your left) scroll down the column & under Resources to Blood Moons & click on it to see a write-up on what we were talking about today. Sorry I couldn't get all pictures & graphs in (yet). Tuesday April 15th from Midnight to about 3am you can see this event start to unfold. Watch on "YouTube.com" the amazing video we saw today & discussed. You can find it by searching for "Paul Grevas" & his 10:34min video "Biblical Blood Moons Cosmic Warning". The KING IS COMING!
2020-01-12 What's in a Name
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What is in the name? Way more than you might have expected. A LOT MORE!!! Today were going to be going over 10 of the more popular names for God and what they mean. By doing this we can start to understand the nature and character of God. I also have a clip off of YouTube that I will be playing for you. Chuck Missler did a presentation (14 years ago?) on what the names from Adam to Noah actually say when explained. I think you'll be very surprised! You can find the 21 minute presentation on YouTube.com if you do a search for Chuck Missler,hidden codes, Adam to Noah. Also the handout I have today on the 10 names of God is available with a lot of the same comments that I made during my sermon. I hope the Mesler recording is understandable (sorry for the interruptions and poor audio), but his visual graphics on YouTube are well worth taking the time to watch it for yourself. 55min
3 John 1a Practicing Hospitality
Pastor Nelson
3 John 1-14
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3 John 1-14 Such a small little letter from the Apostle John. But it is full of lessons for us. We are going to talk about a number of things today, some that involve the church as a whole, some that involve ministries, and some that involve you personally. We all need to remember that Jesus has told us how to live and what we are supposed to be doing. We all have a choice in this, today we are going to look at three different lives mentioned in this little letter. Keeping Matthew 10:41-42 in mind, I pray the Holy Spirit will speak to your heart. 45min
3 John 1a Reputations & Truth & Love
Pastor Nelson
3 John 1-14
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3 John 1-14 One of the shortest of the New Testament books & possibly the last one written. It is a wonderful story about the reputation of four men, three good and one bad. Remember your reputation is a valuable asset. In seeking love and truth we must be obedient to what God has taught us, and remember that in this world of spiritual warfare, we want to be men and women of "hope" in what God is doing with us, and for us through Jesus Christ. As followers of Jesus, our lives and reputations ought to reflect His love and affection, and hospitality toward others. 29min
8c Truth - In My Word
Pastor Nelson
John 8:31-59
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John 8:31-5 In today's lesson we see several major truths. (1) If you "abide in" God's Word only then are you a true disciple. If you are not, studying the Word of God, how will you ever learn what God's truths are, and grow in His grace and knowledge and be all that God wants you to be. (2) Jesus is making a very clear argument that He is the Son of God, the Christ, the Messiah. (3) Everyone is either following their father the devil, or their Father the Living One and only True God. Jesus did not beat around the bush when he told the Pharisees, who were trying to kill him, that they were of their father the devil. We must realize that even today our culture is divided; some trying to follow the truth of the Bible, and others following the lies of the devil. Realizing that only 10% of our population has a Biblical worldview, and less than 4% of millennial's have a Biblical worldview (as discussed in body life). This spiritual warfare will continue until Jesus reigns supreme upon His return. Do you know your Bible well enough to be a well-equipped faithful soldier for the truth that has been revealed through Jesus Christ of Nazareth? 48min
Acts 10a Peter Preaches to the Gentiles
Pastor Nelson
Acts 10:5-48
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Acts 10:5-48 Finally after so many divine occurrences Peter gets to the Centurion's house & they hear and respond to God's Word and Jesus. What a journey! God has no favorites - Jesus did what He did so that ALL may be forgiven and join Him in heaven. Some good lessons pointed out & some great examples to follow. 38min
Acts 11a The Gentile Church at Antioch
Pastor Nelson
Acts 11:1-30
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Acts 11:1-30 (wow an entire chapter in one sermon!) Well this is a monumental turn. The Believers at Jerusalem were surprised at Peter's report - "gentiles" receiving the Holy Spirit - how can this be!! But God had a plan for "Christians" in Antioch. Suddenly this new Church of believers is to become the center of out reach to the rest of the world. There are some lessons here to learn that have been forgotten, but are essential in carrying out God's plan even today. "Is that the best you can do?" 36min THE SIMPLE 7 POINT SERMON AT THE PICNIC (8/23/15) CAN BE SEEN UNDER RESOURCES (LEFT HAND COLUMN) & LOOKING UNDER "HANDOUTS" - 7 PROMISES OF GOD FOR BELIEVERS.
Acts 12a Prayer & God's Sovereignty
Pastor Nelson
Acts 12:1-24
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Acts 12:1-24 When Herod started even more intense persecution of the Church & killed James and took Peter prisoner, prayer was the order of the day and God was working. We can't understand why one dies & another lives, But God is sovereign. It is interesting to see how the Believers responded to their answered prayers. This is more of an overview of the chapter rather than a study. 19 min
Acts 13a Being Called to Evangalize
Pastor Nelson
Acts 13:1-12
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Acts13:1-12 Antioch (mid-Turkey) now becomes the new center for Christianity reaching the world & ALL people. Barnabas & Paul are appointed & anointed to proclaim the "good news" of the proclaimed Savior to not only the Jews but the Gentiles too. God is now using "FATOs" to reach the rest of the world. The Real "missionary work" has truly begun. So what is your call today? How will YOU serve Jesus & His call on your life? Earnestly pray that guide & direct you in how "you" should help the people around you accept Jesus as their Lord & Savior. 39min
Acts 13b Paul's 1st Recorded Sermon
Pastor Nelson
Acts 13:13-41
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Acts 13:13-41 Paul is invited to encourage a mixed crowd in a Synagogue - this is his 1st recorded "sermon". We can only read the short version but I'm sure it was animated! Lots of modern day lessons here, but the BIG ONE is that the Gospel message never changes. Jewish history & lessons & forefathers start the message but how suddenly the story changes. What will the hearers do when confronted with God's new revealed truth and this major change in theology is presented? You will have to tune in next week to hear "the rest of the story". 42min
Acts 13c Petrer's Preaches the Good News
Pastor Nelson
1 Peter 1:3-25
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1 Peter 1:3-25 (from NLT) I know we are in Acts 13 but you heard me speak of how Paul & Peter were a lot alike; therefore we will be looking & hearing how Peter conveyed the "Good News" message. There are so many lessons here for the new listener as well as the experienced believer. I praise our Lord God for giving us a 1 chapter "summary" of the entire Gospel Message. If we could just capture this message & share it with people who are seeking God, it would pretty much answer most of their questions of what to believe & what to expect. 32min
Acts 14a Spreading the Gospel
Pastor Nelson
Acts 14:1-28
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Acts 14:1-28 This is the history of Paul's & Barnabas' 1st missionary journey into the pagan gentile lands of modern day middle Turkey. The message is still clear & the opposition is still present (in fact Paul gets stoned!). Knowing when & where to go is key but so is knowing how long to stay & when to leave. The Holy Spirit is always with those who follow Jesus but it doesn't mean we won't be tried. God has revealed Himself to ALL mankind - but some hear and others refuse to hear. Still it is all about God's Love & Mercy AND His judgement of our deeds in the end. 30min
Acts 15a Faith vs Works
Pastor Nelson
Acts 15:1-11
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Acts 15:1-11 Biblical DOCTRINE is critical to your faith & salvation. It was the same during the 1st century & they also had "church" disagreements. So, is it necessary to require one to do "religious acts" in order to get forgiveness of sin & obtain heaven? Some important concepts to understand & believe. John 3:16-21, Rom 2:22-29, Rom 4:9-12, Gal 5:1-6, Mat 11:28, Rom 5:1-5, Eph 2:4-10. 36min
Acts 15b The Big Church Change
Pastor Nelson
Acts 15:12-41
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Acts 15:12-41The "church" has agreed that salvation is by faith alone in Christ alone. A huge deal for the Jews, but there is something else, these new believers still need to follow the 4 original laws God gave Noah & thereby not offend the Jews. After all it is about spreading the "good news" of what the Messiah has done in bringing forgiveness to ALL mankind, Jew & Gentile. 1 Cor 9:19-23, & 24-27. Are you willing to serve our Lord in your calling? 39min
Acts 16a Paul's 2nd Missionary Journey
Pastor Nelson
Acts 16:1-34
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Acts 16:1-34 We now see how Christ is leading His missionaries to start evangelizing Europe. This is Paul's 2nd missionary journey & note how the Holy Spirit leads Paul, Silas, Timothy, & Luke into uncharted territories. We learn of Timothy's background & how the Church at Philippi is 1st started. We see the Hand of God delivering a demonic spirit from a girl and saving Paul & Silas out of a Roman prison and the guard being saved. Trying times - exciting times. 40min
Acts 16b Don't fall on Your Sword
Pastor Nelson
Acts 16:25-40
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Acts 16:25-40 Going back to last week, we need to see some key points about the Philippian Jailer & how Paul and Silas influenced his life. Looking at the way Christians live today can we honestly say "this is what I would have done." Do we today have the courage & faith to stand up in difficult times and know God hears our prayers & praises? Are we willing to "wait and see" what God is going to do at some-time in the future? What are the 3 attitudes that must be present in someone before they can become a friend of God? 31min
Acts 17a The Christ in OT Prophecy
Pastor Nelson
Acts 17:1-4
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Acts 17:1-4 Paul's passion for the risen Christ is more than obvious - especially when preaching in the synagogue. He was comfortable there & he knew the OT scriptures that they should know. So Paul "let them have it" - undeniable proof that Jesus of Nazareth is the Messiah! The Savior that the Prophets of old foretold! Only "One" in 10 to the 28th power could have fulfilled all these prophecies! A statistical impossibility!! YES Jesus was God in the flesh! And he is ALIVE come to save us from our sin! The "new covenant" is here! Psalms 16,22,110 & Isaiah 53 & Zechariah 12 and Acts 2:29-35 all speak of this "coming One". 41min
Acts 17b The Assult of Evil
Pastor Nelson
Acts 17:5-15
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Acts 17:5-15 Some things never change - we will always be battling evil in trying to get out the good news that anyone can get right with God. But also the enemy doesn't like the civil exchange of ideas & the reality of God's eternal Truths. Some good insights here & are ALL of US willing to honestly seek God's truths. 35min
Acts 17c Approaching The Intellectual
Pastor Nelson
Acts 17:16-34
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Acts 17:16-34 What a lesson in how to reach those who have their own beliefs in God(s). We can learn so much from what Paul did here - as it is not about "religion" but a heart issue, and finding a living relationship with the Creator God who knows us better than we know ourselves. Paul's approach is genus in finding common ground while proclaiming God's everlasting truths. Reaching the people of Athens was not so different than what we face today. But the key is how to get folks to realize that God is not only loving & forgiving but the final judge of who we are & of all we have done. 42min
Acts 17d People Still the Same Today
Pastor Nelson
Acts 17:30-34
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Acts 17:30-34 and Psalm 84. The Epicureans & the Stoics still following their philosophies - Athens Greece the home of the Unknown God; & Paul "reasons" with them in an effort to give them real hope. ALSO what can you say to a dying person & their hope in death? Psalm 84 says a lot for the believers in Jesus. So why does man naturally seek God? Romans 1:18-23. The false gods of man have not changed much. Will we learn God's truth? 40min
Acts 18a Paul Goes to Corinth
Pastor Nelson
Acts 18:1-23
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Acts 18:1-23 God directs Paul into a cesspool of a city but in the middle of all the corruption gives him some life long friends & co-ministers. God truly does a miracle save when once again Paul is put on trial for teaching the good news of the Messiah that has come to save & transform lives. 40min
Acts 18b The Apollos Witness
Pastor Nelson
Acts 18:24 - 19:2
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Acts 18:24 - 19:2
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Acts 18:24 - 19:2 As Paul goes to Ephesus & Apollos goes to Corinth we see one ministry building on another & how every person's ministry is vital to the spreading of the Gospel. What legacy will you leave? As we start to venture into Chpt. 19 we see some eye opening truths about the "Comforter or Holy Spirit" & try to relate the Season of Christmas to the greatest gift ever given. Rom 8:9-17, 1Cor 12:12-14, Eph 1:13-14, John 14:15-18. Should we be asking people "have you received the Holy Spirit?" More of these teachings about the Holy Spirit will come next week. 40min
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