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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.
Pastor Porter
Days of Man
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This interesting history of mans changing life span is a mixture of Bible History, humor, & personal thoughts. Starts in Psalm 90. Charts are available from Pastor Nelson upon request.
Mark 11ba Washington's Fight 12-25-1776
Pastor Porter
Am. History
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Pastor Hayden Porter presents few short biblical facts. And then a short history of what happened during Christmas 1776 and the fight for freedom for our nation. Gen. George Washington (one of our greatest ever generals) because of his faith in God and dedication to the purpose of "freedom for all" fought a fight that we should never forget. I'm sure many prayers were said by all in those days. God's ultimate will ultimately prevailed (after many miracles) to create a new nation under God, and our understanding HIS precepts that helped form the very fabric of this nation. 22min
Matthew 19a About Marriage and Divorce
Pastor Noslen
Matthew 19:1-10
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Matthew 19:1-10 In our study of Matthew 19, the topic of marriage and divorce comes up with some guides for today. When Jesus was teaching the Pharisees He concentrated more on what marriage should be all about rather than the topic of divorce. When we go back to Genesis chapter 1 and God was creating man and woman there are some lessons here that we may miss if were not careful. God knew that because man's heart is desperately wicked, that sin would corrupt His plan for what marriage was originally to be. I pray there will be memorable hints and suggestions of how we need to understand and treat marriage and divorce. 48min
Acts 9d The Church's New Direction
Pastor Nelson
Acts 9:31-10:4
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Acts 9:31-10:4 This & chapters 10 & 11 set a whole new direction for the "Church" - the Jews must understand that Jesus is calling everyone, not just the Jews. God set in motion many of His servants to turn the Good News message toward the Gentiles. But it is hard changing a life long belief system. As Peter becomes the first to really reach out to the Gentiles he must change some of his ways of thinking. 39min
Matthew 24g Part3 Your Sudden Passage
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 24:29-44
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Matthew 24:29-44 As we continued to discuss the ending age and what Jesus had to say about it, we need to be excited. Yes, there are some hard times coming, but we are privileged to see the fulfillment of so many prophecies. For those who have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and have studied their Bible, especially prophecies, it is a time to rejoice and not be confused or sad. Prayerfully, this lesson will draw a clear distinction between the time of the rapture, and the time of Christ second coming to earth. The parable of the fig tree is really important to understand. It is not a time for business as usual, it is time to be about the Lord's work and being faithful to your calling. 50min
Matthew 25d The Sheep & the Goats
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 25:31-46
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Matthew 25:31-46 In today's lesson we continue to stress the nearness of Christ's return and his final judgment in his second coming. You will note that all nations, every individual, will stand before Jesus for judgment. In this metaphor (parable) Jesus uses 2 very different animals to illustrate the saved and the unsaved. But there is a deeper meaning if you really think about what he is saying and you might say the key verse is John 15:12 "love each other as I have loved you". I pray you will be able to see yourself and others as Jesus talks to us in practical terms about how different the sheep act from the goats. 47min
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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
Psalm 134 Giving Praise to God
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Three unassuming little verses saying so much to us about our praises toward God. As you allow the Holy Spirit to unfold your study of the Word we began to see so much more is evident in the big picture. From Genesis to Revelation, & all that is in-between, we are to lift holy hands to God & praise Him with all we have! Psm 141:2, 1 Tim 2:8, 1 Kings 8:22, Heb 10:19-25, Gen 1:1, 2 Pet 3:10, Isa 65:17, Rev 21:1. 43min
Acts 26b Who's Your Daddy?
Pastor Nelson
Matt 18:1-14
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Matt 18:1-14 First allow me to explain that I didn't post a sermon last week because I was returning from Critical Incident Stress Management Training. As one who cares for people in Crisis, the training was invaluable; but it also made me think about where people turn in hard times, what do they lean on & who do they depend on when "it" is crunch time? Seeing as we are all like children and learn to trust God over time & obey God or not. What are the lessons here that Jesus was trying to teach His Disciples? We all must learn to trust God and learn total dependence; & that is a hard thing to do. 41min
1 Peter 4c Expect Suffering and Glory
Pastor Nelson
1 Peter 4:12-19
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1 Peter 4:12-19 Persecution is not something that is alien to the Christian life. It is something we should expect and rejoice in. Have you ever stopped to think you are the temple of God? The world does not persecute "religious people", but it does persecute righteous people. Persecution is the purifying of your faithand the proof that your faith is genuine. Suffering and glory our twin truths. I hope you know that one day God's glory will be revealed in and through us. Peter named for privileges in verses 13 and 14 that encourage us to rejoice in the midst of fiery trials. So how do we do this? 53min
Matthew 26d What is Communion About
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 26:26-30 & 1Cor 11:27-34
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Matthew 26:26-30 & 1Cor 11:27-34
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Matthew 26:26-34 & 1Cor 11:23-34 Today we are looking at two primary passages concerning the meaning behind the church sacrament of communion. In Matthew 26 the explanation is pretty short and sweet, but in 1Corinthians 11we get a more detailed explanation. And then of course we must add what is said about what Christ didfor us in Romans 3:21-28 and Hebrews 9:23-28. As we examine the meaning of the bread and the wine there are three theological words you may not be familiar with, but you will understand after this message.The important thing is that you understand the message behind this standard church practice as a believer in Jesus Christ. 61min Please don't get confused by my error ... where I said Matthew 26 and instead of 1 Corinthians 11:27. Where Scripture is talking about taking communion in an unworthy manner.
Psalm 147 God's Greatness in 2013
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Happy New Year! How will this year be different than last year? What is going to be your focus this year? What part will God play in your life this year? Who is God? Are you ready for the things to come; WHO will be your peace & strength in these days yet to come? This chapter shows us so much of how the "believers of old" knew TRUTH that they could depend on. Psalm 147, 1 John 2:15-17, Matt 6:22-34. 38min.
Mark 8a I Can't Remember What Happened
Pastor Nelson
Mark 8:1-15
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Mark 8:1-15 Today Jesus has to show the Disciples once again Who He Is by the feeding of the 4 thousand. They didn't get it the first time because of their hard hearts. It is amazing how slow we all are in comprehending the Deity of Jesus. I'm so glad when I don't "get it" that God is patient with me! We also hit on the fact that the miracles and wonders of Jesus don't cause a non-believer to have a "life saving epiphany" but they do help the "believer's" faith. 40min
Luke 8a The 4 Heart Soils
Pastor Nelson
Luke 8:1-21
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Mankind's 4 different types of hearts. Or the truth about hearing, seeing,& doing Spiritual Things. This 1st parable of Jesus is a reality check for all of us. This passage also gives a special place to women. Everyone can hear the message so why is it that only some "get-it"? When Jesus tells us believers to be careful how we hear, I think we should take note and allow the Holy spirit to go deep with us. 42min
Matthew 22e Is Jesus The Messiah
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 22:41-46
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Matthew 22:41-46 The point of today's message is "who do you say that Jesus of Nazareth is?" Jesus had been verbally challenged three times on his power, authority, and wisdom. Now it is time for Jesus to challenge the Pharisees. Jesus cuts directly to the heart of the Christian doctrine with the Pharisees when HE asks quote "the Christ, whose son is he?" In this lesson you also learn some things about the Bible an individual interpretation of Scripture that you may not have thought about before. How do you approach the questioner, the doubter, and the unbeliever? 56min
1 John 3b Righteous Living
Pastor Nelson
1 John 3:10
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1 John 3:10 Today's lesson is going to focus on primarily just this one verse. Contained within this verse is a very key word righteousness. This is a subject rarely taught on, and barely understood by the Christian community. So today is the Lord has laid on my heart we need to discuss this area of your Christian living. The word righteousness and its counterpart righteous appears some 540 times in 520 verses of the Bible. Whereas the word faith faithfulness and faithful only occurs some 348 times in 328 versus. That means that there is 1.5 times as many scriptures about righteousness as there is about faith. I pray that today's message will tug at your heartstrings and cause you to reflect deeply and how you are living for Christ. I also know that a subject matter like this can cause guilt, you need to understand that in Christ Jesus there is never condemnation only a prompting of your conscience. May the Lord bless you as you listen to this study. 35min
1John3b Spiritual Children What's the Differance
Pastor Nelson
1John 3:10-17
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1John 3:10-17 What separates the children of God vs the children of the Devil? Practicing righteousness & love vs hate & destruction. God loves to bring light & life, satan brings darkness & death. Eph 5-1-7. Our Nation has been given "another" chance to live right & do right, will we? Pray for our new national leadership & it's time for each of us to step-up & serve the only One who can save our nation. 40min
1John 1 In the Dark You Need Forgiveness
Pastor Nelson
1John 1:5-2:2
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1John 1:5-2:2 During this session, we will continue our discussion on how God is the perfect truth and light. It is also important that we discuss "fellowship with God". Have you ever felt that you have been in a dark place? There are some answers for you in today's lesson. Maybe you haven't heard of the "Christian bar of soap", or maybe you have, but either way 1John 1:9 is an extremely important verse. Another topic that is so important: have you ever thought about guilt being a gift from God? Well it is. As a Christian we enjoy so many privileges and explanations that come directly from The Word of God and what Jesus of Nazareth has taught. 34min
1 Peter 2c How to Live Under Persecution
Pastor Nelson
1 Peter 2:11-25
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1 Peter 2:11-25 This message from the Word of God may not be the easiest one you've ever listened to, but, it is essential. God's grace is getting what we don't deserve .... And God's mercy is not getting what we do deserve! Let that sink in for a moment. The real question is how should we live in response to tribulation and persecution. To get through it all everyone needs a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. AND Christ followers have been called to represent Jesus to others. We are to obey the authorities over us; BUT as Peter put it "whether it is right in the sight of God to listen to you more than to God, you judge". 55min
John 13b Last Supper Jesus Knows His Betrayer Part2
Pastor Nelson
John 13:11-30
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John 13:11-30 Jesus has humbly finished washing all the disciples feet. His love knew no bounds, and He loved even Judas. what do you think it means when Jesus said "do you know what I have done for you?". To do humble service for others without pride or expectations is our standard. Can we do that? If you are a Christ follower, you must also be a FATO, are you willing, are you able,WILL YOU DO WHAT GOD ASKS OF YOU? Jesus, knowing that his time has come, is teaching one of his biggest lessons to the disciples. What will we learn from these simple verses? You need to have listened to last week's sermon to get the whole message of today's sermon. We are given a new commandment, "to love one another", how well are you doing? These are not easy lessons for the faint of heart, these are God's truth's that challenge all of us. I pray and believe, that you will receive His directions for your life. 46min
Matthew 6c Jesus teaches Lessons for Life
Pastor Nelson
Matthew 6:16-24
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Matthew 6:16-24 In today's lesson Jesus is teaching the third of his three needed life activities for his followers. In the past two teachings Jesus said his followers would learn how to GIVE, and PRAY, and now He is going to talk about FASTING. But Jesus goes on to speak about not laying up for ourselves treasures on earth. We live in a world of materialism and greed, so what does Jesus have to say about money and our earthly possessions. We must ask the question who is our master. 49min
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
Mark 6a Jesus Marveled at Their Unbelief
Pastor Nelson
Mark 6:1-13
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Mark 6:1-13 Today we once again seeing Jesus going after the lost people of His home town. It is difficult to battle "unbelief". Even after all Jesus miraculous healings and the casting out of demons and speaking with the authority of God, His own home town people didn't want to accept Him as the Messiah. Unbelief is a powerful force that blinds us to the truth, and robs us of hope. Even so, we see Jesus sending out the 12 to spread the good news. 40min If you enjoy this internet ministry please consider helping us to keep these messages on the net. Thank you and may God bless your giving.
1John 5a Confidence Cerainty Comfort
Pastor Nelson
1 John 5:1-21
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1 John 5:1-21 Well, we are about to wrap up the letter of First John. What a wonderful study. The theme all along has been do you really understand what a Christian is and do you have confidence in your faith. The handout for this week covers the following topics: love equals obedience, the battle, calling God a liar, in Jesus alone, the narrow and only way, that you may know, prayers that get results, the death penalty, safe from harm, enemy territory, and the final warning. Please use the handout which is different than the sermon but covers many of the same areas in your personal study to understand the conclusion of First John. Three big areas: recognizing that many people are calling God a liar, this letter is written so that you can KNOW for certain where you stand, and watch out for the "idols" that sneak in to your life. Next week we will start into the Second Letter of John. 48min
Luke 5c Healing the Paralytic
Pastor Nelson
Luke 5:17-26
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Luke 5:17-26 is a great story of Jesus really sowing us His heart & that He really is God in the flesh - for who else can forgive a man of his sin other than God Himself? The faith factor is big but the proof is the the end result. Now that you have seen the miracle what will be your response? Ref to Psalm 139 in God knowing your thoughts is big here. What had the "church" of the day become? How should passage affect us today? 36min
Acts 20c Your Call to Watch and Share
Pastor Nelson
Acts 20:25-31
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Acts 20:25-31 Wow what a week, Bury one & watch another die. It is so wonderful to KNOW God's grace & love personally. The HOPE that Christ can give is beyond wonderful & Paul knew the same exact thing. That is why knowing the Shepard is so important. And realizing that it is up to us who KNOW HIM to share that good news. But folks the enemy does not want the fear of death to be conquered - he wants people alone and fearful. So we who know God's Truth must be willing to fight on. Ezk 33:1-7, ,John chptr 10, 1Tim 4:1-2, 2Tim 3:1-16. 38min
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 26f Your Witness Tract
Pastor Nelson
Acts 26:24-32
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Acts 26:24-32 Today we see Paul's final plea to the crowd & especially King Agrippa & Governor Festus to accept Jesus as the promised Messiah (God in the flesh come to earth to save us). But we can also learn some witnessing techniques here & learn how to use a few key New Testament Scriptures as the Holy Spirit leads us in speaking out to those who have not yet met Jesus the Christ. Mark your personal little Bible with these verses & you'll never be lost for what to say! John 3:3, 4-7, 18-19, 36; Romans 3:23 & 3:10-11, 12, 20; Romans 6:23; Romans 5:8; 1John 5:10-13; John 14:6-7; John 1:1-5, 12-13,14; John 10:33. Bless you in the telling of God's truth & mercy! 46min