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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.

  1. APR 25

    Doug Schorle 04-19-2026 | Sinners in the Hands of a Holy God, Leviticus 26

    For many, the book of Leviticus is a tedious read, filled with the required sacrifices and the ceremonial requirements of the priesthood.  There is little seen in Leviticus that has much to do with the modern Christian believer. But we must remember that above all, the Law of God, often referred to as the Mosaic Law, is a reflection of the character and nature of God.  And among the books of the Law, Leviticus stands out as being especially focused upon the holiness of God, and therefore the requirement of holiness among His people who would be in His presence.  A central passage in Leviticus is found in Leviticus 19:2, the the Lord commanding Moses, “Speak to all the congregation of the sons of Israel and say to them, ‘You shall be holy, for I, Yahweh your God, am holy.’” In today's teaching, we look at one of the final chapters in Leviticus, as the Lord prepares His people for inhabiting the Land.  It is a final call, as it were, for the people to live holy lives, not to receive redemption, but because they have been redeemed.  And in it, we draw three lessons for the believer today: The blessing of obedience The curse of disobedience The faithfulness of the Lord to His promises Thank you for listening to today's teaching.  We pray you will be encouraged as we consider the faithfulness of a Holy, righteous and just God to His promises; for in His faithfulness, we see His grace, mercy and forgiveness on full display.

    46 min

  2. APR 12

    Stefan Johnson 4-12-2026 | 500 Witnesses, an Empty Tomb, and a Piece of Broiled Fish: The Case for the Resurrection

    "You ask me how I know He lives? He lives within my heart." It's a great hymn - but is that really the best answer we can give? The subjective experience of knowing Jesus is real and it matters. But when doubts creep in, when someone pushes back on your faith, or when a long-time believer quietly wonders if any of this is actually true, you need more than feelings. You need evidence. Stefan Johnson walks through the hard, historical case for the resurrection of Jesus Christ - from Thomas physically touching the nail marks, to the disciples watching Jesus chew and swallow a piece of broiled fish, to Paul's bold claim that over 500 eyewitnesses were still alive and available to interview. The burial, the sealed tomb, the Roman guards, the eyewitness testimony recorded in Acts 2 through 5 - it all adds up. Christianity is not a blind leap. The resurrection happened, and the evidence is stronger than you might think.

    38 min

  3. APR 5

    Atlantic Gospel Chapel Leadership 04-05-2026 | From Empty Tomb to Eyewitness: The Evidence That Jesus Rose from the Dead

    If 12 men couldn't keep the Watergate cover-up going for three weeks, how did 12 apostles maintain a "lie" about the resurrection for 40 years while being beaten, tortured, and killed? They couldn't—unless it actually happened. This Easter message from Atlantic Gospel Chapel's leadership team traces Jesus' post-resurrection appearances through four Gospel accounts. Grant Nelson opens at the empty tomb, where Roman soldiers passed out cold at the sight of an angel, and women became the first witnesses of history's greatest event. Doug Schorle walks the road to Emmaus, where two disciples' hearts burned as Jesus opened the Scriptures. Ned Brown meets us at the Sea of Tiberius, where Jesus restored Peter with a piercing question: "Do you love me?" And Alex Kremer presents the historical evidence from 1 Corinthians 15—over 500 eyewitnesses, hostile testimony from Jewish leaders, and a converted persecutor named Paul. The resurrection isn't just alive in our hearts. Jesus is actually, bodily, historically alive. And that changes everything.

    49 min

  4. MAR 31

    Alex Kremer 03-29-2026 | God‑Breathed: The Authority and Power of Scripture

    This teaching from 2 Timothy 3:14–17 centers on the absolute authority, reliability, and sufficiency of Scripture. The message opens with a vivid illustration: if we begin tearing out parts of the Bible we find inconvenient or unbelievable, “really we don’t have anything.” From there, the lesson emphasizes Paul’s charge to Timothy to continue in the sacred writings—writings he had known since childhood—because these Scriptures are “able to make you wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.” The speaker explains that all Scripture, both Old and New Testament, is “God‑breathed,” meaning it comes directly from the mouth of God and therefore carries His authority, truthfulness, and reliability. The teaching then explores what Scripture does: it teaches, reproves, corrects, and trains believers in righteousness so that the “man of God may be equipped… for every good work.” Scripture shapes both how Christians think and how they live, forming doctrine, exposing error, correcting conduct, and cultivating godly habits. The message concludes with a pastoral appeal—echoing a quote from Charles Spurgeon—that believers must become true “people of the Book,” personally grounded in the Word so their faith does not depend on teachers who may come and go, but on the unchanging voice of God in Scripture. Thank you for listening to today's teaching.  We pray the church may truly be "people of the Book," not just in knowing the Word of God, but in letting it shape our attitudes and our actions, that Jesus Christ might be honored through His people. Today's teaching references the following Scripture passages: Primary Text: 2 Timothy 3:14-17 Additional References: Colossians 4:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:27, Galatians 1:11–12, 1 Corinthians 2:12–13, 2 Corinthians 2:17, 1 Corinthians 14:37, 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Deuteronomy 25:4, Luke 10:7, 2 Peter 3:15–16, 2 Peter 1:20–21, Romans 3:4, Acts 17:11, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 2:14–16, Exodus 23:4–5 (referenced conceptually through examples), Leviticus 19:17–18

    44 min

  5. MAR 31

    Grant Nelson 03-22-2026 | Hope for the Helpless, Rest for the Weary

    This teaching reflects on the emotional burdens people carry—worry, shame, disappointment, hopelessness—and the way past failures can weigh down the heart. Drawing from real‑life observations and Scripture, the message encourages listeners to “let the past be past” and turn fully to Jesus, the One described as both the great physician and the universal specialist who heals physical, emotional, and spiritual wounds. Through stories such as the repentant woman who “wet His feet with her tears” and the man freed from a legion of demons, the lesson highlights that no one is beyond hope and that Christ meets people exactly where they are. The teaching emphasizes that Jesus came not to condemn but to rescue, offering forgiveness, rest, and a firm foundation for life’s storms. Believers are urged to release guilt, embrace the new life Christ provides, and share with others “the great things God has done.” With reminders that God removes our sins “as far as the east is from the west” and calls His people to press forward rather than dwell on the past, the message invites listeners to live with visible hope, renewed purpose, and the peace that comes from trusting in Christ. Thank you for listening to today's teaching.  We pray that as you consider the living hope available in the person and work of Jesus Christ, through the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, that you will be encouraged and strengthened to live in light of the glorious Gospel. Scripture passages referenced in this message include the following: Luke 5:31–32, Matthew 11:28–30, Luke 4:16–21, Luke 6:46–49, Luke 7:22, Luke 7:36–50, Luke 8:26–39, Luke 10:25–28, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Acts 16:31, John 3:16–17, 1 Peter 4:3, 1 John 1:9, Luke 19:39–40, Luke 20:17, Luke 23:1–5, Luke 23:39–43, Psalm 103:12, Romans 8:1–2, 2 Corinthians 5:17–21, Hebrews 10:17, Isaiah 43:18, Isaiah 43:25, Philippians 3:12–14

    39 min

  6. MAR 21

    Ned Brown 03-08-2026 | What Are My Options? Lies I Tell Myself; Luke 15

    In this teaching, the familiar story of Luke 15 is approached from a fresh and deeply introspective angle. Rather than focusing solely on the prodigal as a picture of the unbeliever, the lesson invites believers to see themselves in both sons—the wandering child who drifts toward self‑indulgence and the dutiful elder who quietly nurtures resentment. The message challenges listeners to confront the subtle lies they tell themselves about independence, entitlement, repentance, and the reluctance to embrace the Father’s grace. As the teaching reflects, “when he came to himself” becomes not just a moment in the parable but a call for honest self‑evaluation in the Christian life. This episode explores how the Father’s compassion, joy, and readiness to restore reveal a divine generosity that believers often resist. The teaching presses into the tension between wanting to be like Jesus and resisting the cost of such transformation, echoing the confession that “there’s a part of me that wants that… and a part of me that doesn’t.” Through this lens, the parable becomes a mirror—inviting listeners to examine their own hearts, their responses to grace, and their willingness to rejoice when others return home.

    42 min

  7. MAR 1

    Alex Kremer 3-1-2026 | Abiding in the Word in a World Gone Wrong; 2 Timothy 3:12-17

    In today's teaching from 2 Timothy 3:12–17, we explore the enduring power and purpose of Scripture in the life of every believer. Drawing from Paul’s encouragement to Timothy, the message highlights how God has spoken through His Word from the beginning, how the sacred writings make us “wise unto salvation,” and why believers must continue steadfastly in what they have learned—even amid persecution and cultural decline. With vivid reminders of the influence of godly parents, the sufficiency of Scripture, and the centrality of Christ throughout the whole Bible, this lesson calls listeners to delight in God’s Word, abide in its truth, and walk faithfully in a world that often opposes righteousness.

    43 min

  8. FEB 22

    Doug Schorle 02-22-2026 | Something Old; Something New, 1 John 2:7-14

    One of the driving philosophies of marketing is the idea, "Build a better mousetrap and the world will beat a path to your door."  The constant push is for something new.  And for existing products, it is marketed as, "New and improved."  In some cases, the new is an improvement.  But history is filled with goods and services hyped as the next best thing, only to fail miserably. In our passage today, we continue our examination of the Apostle John's first letter to the church in which he provides a defense against false teachers already infiltrating the church during the first century.  Our examination began with the nature of Jesus Christ as fully human and fully divine.  We then continued by the standing of the believer in Christ as evidenced by our obedience to Christ and walking as He walked.  Now we consider the evidence of a true walk with Christ through our love for our brothers and sisters in Christ. Throughout John's letter, his main concern seems to be with the false teachings of the Gnostics who, among other things, were constantly in search of, and promoting, new knowledge.  But John exhorts his readers that the commandment he brings is not a new commandment, but an old commandment, which they have known from the beginning of their faith experience.  But he also presents the commandment as a new commandment in the person of Christ.  Finally, we consider how we can walk in the command to love one another. Thank you for listening to today's teaching.  We pray you will be encouraged through the teaching of God's Word and what it means to walk in Christ.

    45 min
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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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    Atlantic Gospel Chapel
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
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