Coast Bible Church

Continuing our study in the Gospel of Luke (Luke 22:63-23:12), Pastor Neil reminds us that our Lord doesn't fit into a "neat little box". His death and resurrection reaped blessing and reconciliation beyond anything of which we could have hoped or dreamed. Jesus will always surprise us, and yet, our greatest purpose is to seek to know Him.

Teaching on Luke 22:39:46, Pastor Tom urges to fortify us ourselves for coming trials with the strength and peace that is found through prayer.

Continuing our series on the Gospel of Luke (Luke 22:31-34, 54-62), Pastor Neil encourages us to examine our intentions, and to pray for the strength to be able to stand by our promises to God during testing and persecution.

Pastor Neil teaches on Luke 22:24-30 during our special Family Worship Service, with a message involving the children. He discusses Jesus' view of greatness: service, in contrast with the world's view of greatness: being served.

Teaching on Luke 22:1-6, Pastor Tom illustrates asymmetrical spiritual warfare through the example of Judas' betrayal of the Lord. In conflict with a greater power (God), a weaker power (Satan) tends to operate subversively, knowing it would be foolish to engage in a head-to-head battle.

Teaching on Luke 21:20-36, Pastor Neil cautions us that the U.S. is on the precipice of going the way of ancient Jerusalem. He encourages us to prepare our hearts, and those of our children, to stand firm in our beliefs so that we will not be ashamed before the Son of Man when He comes.

Teaching on Luke 21:5-19, Pastor Neil reminds us of the likelihood, in these tumultuous times, that each of us will encounter persecution for our faith. He encourages us to remain faithful when our beliefs are challenged.

Teaching on Luke 20:27-36, Pastor Tom reminds us that the Lord's view of marriage and the resurrection differs from our own temporal view. In His eyes, we are eternally His family.

Edited portions of the interactive small group study led by Pastor Neil and Pastor Tom on various passages from Luke 19-20.

Teaching on Luke 19:41-44, Pastor Neil discusses the things that bring true peace (the shalom of God): salvation, faith, and walking with God, and reminds us that Jesus deeply desires that we have this peace.

Teaching on Luke 24:13-32, Pastor Tom, recounting the appearance of Jesus on the road to Emmaus, reminds us that it is can be hard to see the dawn -- just around the corner -- when we're caught up in the darkness. Immersion in Scripture, hospitality and table fellowship help to open our eyes to the hope of the Kingdom of God.

Pastor Neil, teaching on Luke 19:11-27, reminds us that, in life, more is entrusted to those who prove that they are able to invest resources wisely. Likewise, the servants of the Lord have been entrusted with resources and will receive rewards in His Kingdom in proportion to their faithfulness with the resources they have been given.

Pastor Neil, teaching on Luke 19:11-27, reminds us that, in life, more is entrusted to those who prove that they are able to invest resources wisely. Likewise, the servants of the Lord have been entrusted with resources and will receive rewards in His Kingdom in proportion to their faithfulness with the resources they have been given.

Pastor Neil teaches on the story of Zacchaeus the tax collector (Luke 19:1-10), encouraging us to follow Zacchaeus' example of seeking the Lord and joyfully welcoming His plans. Because of Zacchaeus' devotion, Jesus was able not only to transform his heart, but to impact his community as well.

Pastor Tom teaches on Luke 18:9-14, counseling us to humble ourselves before God. Our service and sacrifices are pleasing to God when are in right relationship to Him, remembering who He is, all that He has done for us and how He will bring us safely home.

Pastor Tom teaches on Luke 18:9-14, counseling us to humble ourselves before God. Our service and sacrifices are pleasing to God when are in right relationship to Him, remembering who He is, all that He has done for us and how He will bring us safely home.

Teaching on Luke 17:20-37, Pastor Neil discusses Jesus' warnings to the Pharisees about the coming of the kingdom of God and the end of the age, and its application to us today.

Teaching through Luke 17:11-19, Pastor Neil notes that the unity of the lepers, drawn together because of their weakness, fell apart when they were healed. Jesus, by drawing near in weakness, broke down the border of separation between Jew and Gentile.

Teaching on Luke 16:1-9, Pastor Tom contrasts making friends for worldly gain to making friends for the Lord. Extend friendship for the Lord; His friendship is free, open and eternally secure.

Teaching on Luke 14:25-35, Pastor Tom discusses what it means to "count the cost" of discipleship, encouraging us with the knowledge that it is the Lord's faithfulness - not our own - that will enable us to live lives committed to Him.

Pastor Neil discusses the Bema Seat judgment of Christ--what it is, when it takes place, and its purpose in the future of all believers, encouraging us to live our lives mindful of the outcome.

Teaching on Luke 13:1-9, Pastor Neil asks us to consider the fragility of life and to make peace with God, through faith in Jesus Christ, before our lives are required of us.

Teaching on Luke 12:49-59, Pastor Neil reminds us that Jesus' message will necessarily divide us from others, as it divides our self-centered actions from those done for the Lord. We are encouraged to evaluate our lives now, in preparation for the Bema and the life to come.

Teaching through Luke 12:35-58, Pastor Neil exhorts us to be watchful for the return of the Lord. Those who prepare for His return and wait in hopeful, attentive expectation will be rewarded. Those that are unfaithful will suffer a loss of rewards.

Teaching on Luke 12:13-23, Pastor Tom discusses man's tendency toward greed, intent on investing in ourselves. He suggests, instead, that we become rich toward God, deploying our resources in the service of His Kingdom.