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Biblical exposition and gospel-centered preaching from Atlantic Gospel Chapel, an independent evangelical church in Atlantic, Iowa. Since 1954, we've been committed to faithful Bible teaching that encourages believers, explains salvation through Jesus Christ, and addresses life's challenges through the lens of Scripture. Each message reflects our dedication to the inspired, inerrant Word of God.

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Biblical exposition and gospel-centered preaching from Atlantic Gospel Chapel, an independent evangelical church in Atlantic, Iowa. Since 1954, we've been committed to faithful Bible teaching that encourages believers, explains salvation through Jesus Christ, and addresses life's challenges through the lens of Scripture. Each message reflects our dedication to the inspired, inerrant Word of God.

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English


Episodes
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Alex Kremer 12-22-2024 | Glory to the Newborn King: A Song of Salvation

10/20/2025
What if the lyrics of your favorite Christmas hymn contained the clearest message of the Gospel? In this Christmas message, Alex Kremer unpacks the powerful theology behind “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing.” Each line of the song serves as a springboard to explore the birth of Jesus Christ—not just as a historical moment, but as the divine intervention that offers peace between God and man. With Scripture as the foundation, Alex ties the lyrics to God’s redemptive plan, reminding us that the manger is more than a symbol of humility—it’s a declaration of hope. Whether you’ve sung this carol for years or are hearing it for the first time, this sermon will open your eyes to the truth it proclaims: Jesus came not just to be born, but to die and rise so that we might truly live. If you’re wondering why Christmas matters—this message will show you.

Duration:00:48:30

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Stefan Johnson 12-15-2024 | What Child Is This?”: Discovering the Identity and Glory of Jesus

10/19/2025
Who is the Child born in Bethlehem? This isn’t just a seasonal curiosity—it’s the most important question you’ll ever answer. In this Christmas sermon, speaker Stefan Johnson uses the beloved hymn “What Child Is This?” as a springboard into a rich exploration of Scripture, focusing on the identity of Jesus Christ. Pulling from multiple passages in both the Old and New Testaments, including the birth narratives and prophetic foretellings, Stefan unpacks the wonder, majesty, and divinity of Christ. More than a baby in a manger, Jesus is King, Redeemer, Shepherd, Judge, and Savior—each title revealing the layers of God’s love and purpose for humanity. If you’ve ever sung the words “What Child is This?” without grasping the full weight behind them, this message will help you see Jesus with new eyes—and renew your wonder this Christmas.

Duration:00:44:35

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Alex Kremer 12-8-2024 | Where, Then, Is Boasting? The Gospel’s Answer to Pride

10/18/2025
What do you boast in—your achievements, status, or morality? In Galatians 6:11–18, the Apostle Paul ends his letter with a thunderous declaration: “Far be it from me to boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.” In this sermon, Alex Kremer walks us through Paul’s final words and reminds us that nothing in this world—religion, rule-keeping, or recognition—can save or satisfy like Christ. You’ll be challenged to examine your own identity, where your confidence lies, and whether you're truly living by grace or trying to earn God's favor. If you’ve been weary from striving, this message points you to the only boast that matters: the finished work of Jesus. Freedom, peace, and purpose flow from that one source. Let this passage re-center your heart on the gospel and renew your joy in what Christ has done for you.

Duration:00:46:59

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Grant Nelson 11-24-2024 | What Do You Really Know About God? 1 John’s Powerful Answers

10/17/2025
Are you certain about what you believe—or do doubt and confusion still linger? In this sermon, Grant Nelson walks us through 1 John chapters 2–5, unpacking the core truths Scripture reveals about God and how those truths anchor our faith. This message challenges surface-level Christianity and invites you into a deeper, more confident understanding of who God is, what He has done, and how we’re called to respond. Whether you’re a new believer or a seasoned follower of Christ, this teaching will renew your assurance and ignite your love for God's Word. Learn how knowing God shapes your identity, your obedience, and your assurance of salvation.

Duration:00:46:10

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Ned Brown 11-17-2024 | The Fruit of the Spirit vs. the Flesh: Which Wins in You?

10/16/2025
What’s growing in the garden of your soul? In this sermon, Ned Brown walks through Galatians 5:22–26, highlighting the sharp contrast between the works of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit. With deep pastoral care, he explores how love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control aren’t simply traits to aspire to—they're evidence of a Spirit-led life. More than a checklist of behaviors, these fruits are signs of divine transformation, rooted in surrender and empowered by the Holy Spirit. If you’ve ever wondered how to truly measure spiritual maturity—or struggled to see these traits consistently in your life—this message offers both clarity and hope. Learn how to keep in step with the Spirit in a culture of distraction and division, and be encouraged that bearing fruit is not about striving, but abiding.

Duration:00:43:33

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Alex Kremer 11-3-2024 | Living Under Authority: A Christian’s Duty in a Broken World

10/15/2025
How should believers live under earthly governments—even flawed ones? Romans 13 confronts us with a challenging yet vital command: to submit to governing authorities as those established by God. In this powerful sermon, Alex Kremer unpacks the tension between faith and civic responsibility, challenging modern listeners to reconsider their attitudes toward law, taxes, and authority. Drawing directly from Scripture, he reminds us that submission is not passive—it’s an active way to reflect God’s order and peace in a chaotic world. But Romans 13 goes beyond government. It calls Christians to fulfill the law through love, walking in the light and putting on Christ. This message will help anyone wrestling with political frustration, confusion about obedience, or questions about how to faithfully live out the gospel in today’s culture. Discover how honoring God and honoring authority go hand in hand—without compromising your convictions.

Duration:00:50:55

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Doug Schorle 10-20-24 | Living Out the Gospel at Home and Work

10/14/2025
What does it look like to truly live for Christ in your closest relationships—your home and your workplace? In this powerful message, Doug Schorle unpacks Colossians 3:18 through 4:1, a passage that speaks directly to wives, husbands, children, parents, and workers. Rather than viewing these roles through the lens of culture, Paul calls believers to see them through the lens of Christ's lordship. Each role comes with a unique calling, and each is an opportunity to reflect the love, patience, and justice of Jesus Himself. This sermon challenges you to realign your home and work life with God's design—not out of obligation, but in joyful response to what Christ has done. If you’ve ever struggled with authority, submission, parenting, or being faithful in your job, this message will help you root your identity not in your role, but in your Savior. Live a life where Christ is truly all and in all.

Duration:00:49:36

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Alex Kremer 10-13-2024 | What Grows in You? A Look at the Fruit of the Spirit

10/13/2025
Is your life producing fruit that reflects the Spirit of God—or something else entirely? In this impactful sermon, Alex Kremer walks through Galatians 5:22–26 and unpacks the transformative nature of the Fruit of the Spirit. Love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control—these aren’t just character goals; they’re the supernatural evidence of a life walking in step with the Spirit. Whether you're feeling spiritually stagnant or wrestling with the war between the flesh and the Spirit, this message offers clarity, encouragement, and direction. You'll come away with a better understanding of what it means to be Spirit-led and how to evaluate the evidence of your own spiritual walk. Discover how God's Spirit reshapes our desires, renews our hearts, and produces lasting fruit that impacts our relationships, habits, and witness.

Duration:00:49:03

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Ned Brown 10-6-24 | Faithful to the End: Ephesians and the Heart of Servant Leadership

10/12/2025
What defines a faithful life? Paul’s emotional farewell to the Ephesian elders in Acts 20 offers a stirring portrait of integrity, perseverance, and purpose. Drawing from both Acts 20 and key passages in Ephesians, Ned Brown explores the character of Paul’s ministry—marked by humility, hardship, and an unshakable commitment to proclaiming the Gospel. This sermon invites every believer to examine their own walk with Christ. Are we shepherding others with love and vigilance? Are we staying alert to spiritual dangers? Are we guarding the truth with the same urgency Paul did? If you’ve ever wondered what it looks like to finish the race well—to leave a lasting spiritual impact—this message will both challenge and encourage you. You'll walk away with a clearer understanding of what Gospel-driven leadership looks like and how to apply it in your daily life, whether you're in full-time ministry or simply striving to live with Gospel-centered purpose.

Duration:00:44:07

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Alex Kremer 9-29-24 | Keep in Step with the Spirit or Be Ruled by the Flesh

10/11/2025
Are you aware of the enemy that wages war within your own heart? In this powerful message from Galatians 5:16–21, Alex Kremer exposes the intense spiritual conflict between the flesh and the Spirit. Paul doesn’t sugarcoat it—the sinful nature is real, active, and destructive. But he also gives us the hope and clarity we need to overcome. This sermon unpacks what it means to "walk by the Spirit" and why doing so is the only path to true freedom and transformation. You’ll gain a clear understanding of the spiritual battle every believer faces and the daily choices that either draw us closer to Christ—or pull us away. Whether you're feeling stuck in sin or seeking deeper spiritual discipline, this message is a call to awareness, action, and alignment with God’s power through His Spirit. Listen in and be equipped to walk with purpose, not passivity.

Duration:00:51:56

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Alex Kremer 9-22-24 | Serving or Devouring? What Christian Freedom Really Means

10/10/2025
Is your freedom in Christ building others up—or tearing them down? In Galatians 5:13–15, Paul delivers a sharp reminder: Christian liberty isn't a license for selfish living, but a calling to love. Pastor Alex Kremer unpacks this passage with clarity and conviction, exposing the subtle ways we misuse our freedom—often to serve ourselves rather than others. This message will challenge how you view freedom and relationships within the church body. Are you walking in love, or are you unknowingly "biting and devouring" those around you? Gain a clearer understanding of true liberty: not as self-centered independence, but as Spirit-led service rooted in love. If you've struggled with tension in community, legalism vs. grace, or the balance between personal freedom and corporate responsibility, this sermon offers insight and correction straight from the Word.

Duration:00:54:14

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Alex Kremer 9-15-24 | Who Hindered You?

10/9/2025
What’s stopping you from running well? In Galatians 5:7–12, Paul confronts a church detoured by false teachers, urging them to return to the true Gospel of grace. In this sermon, Alex Kremer unpacks what it means to be hindered in our walk with Christ—by others, by religion, or even by our own doubts. Through Paul’s passionate rebuke, we’re reminded of the urgency to stay rooted in Gospel truth, discerning voices that seek to pull us away. If you’ve ever struggled with spiritual confusion or felt your progress in faith has stalled, this message offers clarity, correction, and encouragement. Discover how to identify what’s hindering your growth—and how to step back into the race God has called you to run.

Duration:00:48:27

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Grant Nelson 9-1-24 | God’s View of Work: Rethinking Labor Through Scripture

10/8/2025
Is your work just a job—or a calling from God? In this Labor Day message, Grant Nelson dives into the heart of what the Bible says about labor, drawing from Luke 10 and other Scripture to reveal a powerful truth: your daily work has eternal significance when done for the Lord. Jesus’ words, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few,” challenge us to view our roles—whether in the workplace, the home, or ministry—as part of God’s greater mission. This message unpacks how Christians are not called to idleness or mere paycheck-chasing, but to meaningful, Kingdom-minded labor. You’ll walk away with a renewed perspective on the purpose behind your 9-to-5, a biblical framework for work-life balance, and a deeper motivation to honor God with your efforts. Whether you’re a business owner, student, parent, or employee, this sermon will reshape how you see labor—and remind you who you’re ultimately working for.

Duration:00:46:49

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Doug Schorle 8-25-24 | Signs of Life: What Real Faith Looks Like in Action

10/7/2025
What are the visible signs that your faith is alive? In Colossians 3:12–17, the Apostle Paul doesn’t just describe what Christians should believe—he lays out what it should look like. Compassion. Kindness. Humility. Patience. Forgiveness. Love. These aren't optional traits; they are the natural overflow of a life transformed by Christ. In this message, Doug Schorle challenges listeners to examine their spiritual "vital signs" and consider whether their daily lives reflect the heart of Jesus. This message offers more than encouragement—it offers a spiritual diagnostic. If you've been wondering whether your walk with God has gone stale, or you're ready to grow in visible, everyday holiness, this sermon will guide you back to the source of transformation: Christ in you. Learn how to embody the character of Christ in every relationship, every decision, and every moment.

Duration:00:46:34

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Alex Kremer 8-18-24 | What Are You Being Shaped By?

10/6/2025
What is being formed in you right now? Is it the world, your desires—or Christ Himself? In this stirring message from Alex Kremer, we explore Paul’s heartfelt plea in Galatians 4:19: “I am again in the anguish of childbirth until Christ is formed in you.” This isn’t a surface-level call to believe but a deep, urgent appeal to be transformed. Alex unpacks what it means to move beyond knowing about Jesus to truly being shaped by Him. You'll hear the difference between outward religiosity and inward formation—and why Paul was willing to endure suffering for the spiritual maturity of others. If you’ve been feeling stuck, stagnant, or unsure of what growth in Christ should actually look like, this message offers clarity, conviction, and comfort. You’ll walk away challenged—but encouraged—to pursue a faith that not only believes but becomes.

Duration:00:49:23

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Ned Brown 8-11-24 | The Power of Belief: What Are You Trusting In?

10/5/2025
What do you really believe—and does it matter? In this message, speaker Ned Brown walks us through Scripture to unpack the true nature of belief in Jesus Christ. Far more than mental agreement or emotional experience, genuine belief transforms your identity, secures your eternity, and changes how you live today. Drawing from various Bible passages, this sermon contrasts cultural misunderstandings of “faith” with the powerful, saving belief the gospel calls us to. Whether you’re struggling with doubt, stuck in religion, or curious about what faith in Jesus really looks like, this message offers clarity, encouragement, and challenge. If you’ve ever wondered whether your belief is real—or if it’s enough—this sermon will guide you to the truth. Stop wandering in uncertainty and discover the assurance that only the gospel brings.

Duration:00:43:45

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Alex Kremer 8-18-2024 | No Other Gospel: Holding Fast to the Truth

10/4/2025
What are you really relying on—God’s grace or your own goodness? Galatians delivers one of the clearest, boldest defenses of the true gospel: that salvation comes by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone. In this message, Alex Kremer ties together the heart of Paul’s letter to the Galatians, highlighting the freedom believers have in Christ and the danger of drifting back into legalism. Whether Paul is correcting false teachers, confronting hypocrisy, or clarifying the promise to Abraham, his message is unwavering: You are not saved by works—you are saved to walk in freedom. This sermon reminds listeners that the gospel isn’t just a starting point—it’s the foundation for all of life. If you’ve ever struggled with performance-based faith, guilt, or spiritual exhaustion, this message will re-center your heart on the sufficiency of Christ and the joy of living in grace. Don’t settle for a distorted gospel. Discover again what it means to live as a Spirit-led, cross-centered follower of Jesus.

Duration:00:49:23

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Alex Kremer 8-4-24 | Heirs Through Christ: Living in the Fullness of God’s Promise

10/3/2025
What defines you—your past, your performance, or your position in Christ? In this compelling message from Galatians 4, Alex Kremer walks through the powerful truth that believers are no longer slaves, but sons and daughters of the living God. Paul reminds us that God sent His Son to redeem us, and then sent His Spirit to confirm our adoption. This sermon cuts through performance-based religion and reorients us to our identity: not just saved, but embraced as heirs with Christ. If you're stuck in striving, shame, or spiritual insecurity, this teaching offers clarity and freedom. Understand the relational depth of the Gospel and the unshakable position we hold as God’s children.

Duration:00:50:58

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Alex Kremer 7-28-24 | Redeemed by Grace, Not Religion

10/2/2025
Are you living in freedom—or just trying to earn it? Many people believe that salvation must be maintained by rule-following or spiritual performance. In this compelling message, Alex Kremer unpacks Paul’s continued confrontation with legalism and the radical freedom found in the gospel of grace. Drawing from the heart of Galatians, the sermon highlights the danger of adding anything to Christ’s finished work and reminds us that our identity is not in what we do but in what Christ has done. Whether you're weighed down by religious expectations or searching for assurance of your standing before God, this message will realign your heart with the true, liberating message of the gospel. Experience the freedom of sonship, not slavery.

Duration:00:49:47

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Grant Nelson 7-21-2024 | Fan the Flame: Rekindling a Bold Faith

10/1/2025
What keeps you silent when you know you should speak up for your faith? In 2 Timothy 1, Paul writes from prison to a young and timid Timothy, urging him to fan into flame the gift of God—and to not be ashamed of the gospel. In this message, Grant Nelson explores how Paul equips Timothy to face fear, endure suffering, and stand boldly for Christ. This isn’t just ancient encouragement—it’s a timely charge for every believer tempted to shrink back in a culture that’s increasingly hostile to biblical truth. You’ll discover what it looks like to rely on the Spirit of power, love, and self-control—and why guarding the gospel isn’t just a calling for pastors or missionaries, but for every follower of Jesus. If you’ve ever struggled with spiritual intimidation, fear of rejection, or feeling unequipped to speak truth, this sermon will strengthen your resolve and refocus your purpose. Christ has called us, saved us, and empowered us. It's time to step forward.

Duration:00:49:12