Coastland University - Staying The Course With Brett Peterson

Let's be real.  We know people by their words and by their actions -what they do and say.  But we don't know their motives or if they are sincere.  God gives believers two kinds of fruit talked about in scripture.  The fruit of the Spirit and the fruit of righteousness.  One is that inner self that helps our thoughts and emotions.  The other is what we do or say. &nbs...

Pastor Brett digs deep into Philippians Chapter 1 verses 9 and 10.  What are you know for?  Jesus told us we need to be known for our love!

This week Pastor Brett finishes the introduction to Philippians. He also covers topics like church government, the Trinity and how to participate in the Gospel. He later dives deep into Chapter 1:6 and the "Day of the Lord"

This is going to be an amazing journey through the book of Philippians!  Today, Pastor Brett gives us an introduction to this life changing book!  Philippi was a very rich city filled with educated and successful people, many of whom were retired elite from Rome.  It was the first Church on European soil, so the spread of Christianity to Europe starts here.  Paul wrote the book...

As Christians, we are to be known by our love!  And make no mistake about it, love is a battlefield!  We need to fight for our marriage, for our children, for our family and friends!  We need to love our neighbors!

Is Russia invading Ukraine in Bible prophecy?  Or is possibly a catalyst that is setting up the geo-political environment of the world to be lined up with Bible prophecy?

How do you handle change in your life?  Here is how to be blessed in the good and bad changes in your life, your church, your business.

When was Jesus born and why is that important?  Why was Jesus born? Pastor Brett digs into the Christmas story

Jesus commissioned us to 'go make disciples'.  How often should we do that?  How do we do it?  Why should we do it?  The answers may surprise you!

Evangelism is uncomfortable, and this forces you to rely on God. So learn how to be led by the Spriit, listen for God's will, and use your testimony to fulfill the Great Commission

Apologetics is for more than must head knowledge. Pastor Brett goes over 7 ways to use Apologetics to keep ourselves on the straight and narrow path. 

Do we have free will?  Is it God's will that all mankind come to faith?

If God could stop evil today, why doesn't He?

Why would an all loving all powerful God allow evil and suffering?  Could it be that there are certain things God can't do?  Like lie, sin, or break covenant.

Why doesn't God answer some prayers?  Pastor Brett gives us eight reasons from the Bible!!!

Who controls this world right now?  Why is there evil and sickness and suffering?  Satan has control over this world now and in fact Jesus calls him 'the ruler of this world'.  That's why Jesus told us to pray, 'Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed by thy name, Thy Kingdom come, THY WILL BE DONE, ON EARTH, AS IT IS IN HEAVEN'!  You don't pray for something that is already ha...

What is evil?  If God is all powerful and all loving, why is there evil?    Did God create evil?  Are demons real?  Pastor Brett dives into these questions today!

Is the Bible verifiable?  Is it God's Word? How do we know if the Bible is reliable and can be trusted?

Does science verify the Biblical account?  Or are science and scripture in opposition?

We need to follow the science!!   What does what we can observe tell us?  Intelligent design or evolution?  We will be covering this today and next week

Pastor Brett dives deep into how the Bible clearly defines the Holy Trinity of Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 

What is Faith?  A blind leap into the darkness?  Faith is NOT belief.

We are starting a series on answering the tough questions regarding God, the Bible, and Christian doctrines. Today we begin with defining and discovering what apologetics is, why we need it, and how we can use it to defend our faith. 

Extra Biblical documents that verify Jesus lived, was crucified, and rose from the grave!  Proof exists!

When was Jesus crucified - on Friday?  If it was on 'good Friday' He was in the earth 2 nights and 2 days. If this is true, He is a false prophet!  He said, Matthew12:40  "for just as JONAH WAS THREE DAYS AND THREE NIGHTS IN THE BELLY OF THE SEA MONSTER, so will the Son of Man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth."  And what year was it???  33 A.D. or 3...