Atlantic Gospel Hour
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.
Episodes

Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Alex Kremer 11-3-2024 | Living Under Authority: A Christian’s Duty in a Broken World
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Wednesday Oct 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.

Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Doug Schorle 10-20-24 | Living Out the Gospel at Home and Work
Tuesday Oct 14, 2025
Tuesday Oct 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.

Monday Oct 13, 2025
Monday Oct 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.

Sunday Oct 12, 2025
Sunday Oct 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.

Saturday Oct 11, 2025
Alex Kremer 9-29-24 | Keep in Step with the Spirit or Be Ruled by the Flesh
Saturday Oct 11, 2025
Saturday Oct 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.

Friday Oct 10, 2025
Friday Oct 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.

Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Alex Kremer 9-15-24 | Who Hindered You?
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 09, 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.

Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Grant Nelson 9-1-24 | God’s View of Work: Rethinking Labor Through Scripture
Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Wednesday Oct 08, 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.

Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Doug Schorle 8-25-24 | Signs of Life: What Real Faith Looks Like in Action
Tuesday Oct 07, 2025
Tuesday Oct 07, 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.

Sunday Oct 05, 2025
Ned Brown 8-11-24 | The Power of Belief: What Are You Trusting In?
Sunday Oct 05, 2025
Sunday Oct 05, 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.


















