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Chaplain Jeff Adams
This is the official podcast of Pastor & Chaplain Jeff Adams. Educated primarily through Ozark Christian College, Northwest College of the Bible, Central Washington University, & more, Chaplain Adams is a solid leader, respected scholar & theologian, passionate motivational speaker, proven counselor, tenured columnist, seasoned school administrator, & effective evangelist. He has taught or preached through every book in the Bible, & has spoken to large & small crowds, nationally &…
Episodes
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
An Introduction to the Old Testament Sage Book - Its practicality & why it's superior to A.I.
This is the first message in Pastor Adams' original expository series, "Beyond Artificial Intelligence." It's a study through Proverbs & James, the Old & New…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Back to Things
Our world is gone so crazy. Our country has seriously veered off our path. Is it time for a revival? How can we get back to things which matter? Find…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Dangers of Extrabiblical Revelation
This not a popular subject, but needs covering. Listen & learn from God's Word as Pastor Adams spends about 65 minutes, clearing up some muddy waters in…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Baptism Basics
What does the Bible say about water baptism? The answer might surprise you. Even in many churches, it's not common to teach what Scripture actually says…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Why Doctrine Matters
Some trendy televangelists & Christian authors cringe at those they label "the doctrine police." Is doctrine important or not? Is it legalistic to pay…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Selflessness Is Required
We shouldn't be so critical of each other. Instead, let's humble ourselves & encourage each other, choosing to focus on the good in others.
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Biblical Prayer
If you want to be Biblical in your prayers, learn what Scripture actually says!
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Practical Stewardship
People say tithing is only Old Testament. Well, is it? Listen & learn what Scripture teaches about money & what we ought to do with it.
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Christian Comradery
Fellowship is a requirement of our Christianity. Don't believe that? Listen & learn. We really do need each other!
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Fundamentals of Communion
In a series designed for whole families, this message covers the basics of Biblical communion.
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 21:20ff - Pay Careful Attention to His Word We're Given
This is message 56 - the last in Pastor Adams' original expository message series through the Gospel of John. Enjoy the review & the challenge!
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 21:1-19 - Crucial Conversation for Us
Somebody's about to get served fish, bread, & a huge helping of humble pie - as Jesus prepares him for what's ahead. Pay careful attention as multiple puzzle…
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John 20:30ff - John's Purpose - Our Confidence
The Gospel writer tells us plainly the purpose of this particular inspired book in these two final verses of this chapter. Learn key facts; be motivated &…
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John 20:19-29 - Blessed Are Those Who Believe without Seeing
His disciples were afraid, discouraged, & doubftul, but He restored their beliefs in a few covert & miraculous appearances in His physical body. Journey back…
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John 19:38-20:18 - The Tomb
This message covers more than just the tomb. How can one study the tomb without including the resurrection?
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John 18:12-19:16 - The Trials
Although it is hugely beneficial to read all accounts in the Gospels, for the sake of time, Pastor Adams stays in John for this text. There is much here for…
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John 18:1-11 - The Arrest
Complexities & conflicts are in this short passage, yet there is much to be learned. Let this motivate you to prepare so that you are not as easily manipulated…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 17 - The Prayer
In mere hours He will be tortured & killed. In the continued conversation in the dark with His 11 remaining Apostles, Jesus has a very intimate & insightful…
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John 15:26-16:33 - It's All Going to Work Out
In an intense conversation with His 11 remaining Apostles, Jesus reassures & comforts them with very real & practical information.
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John 15:18-25 - People Will Hate Christians
Facts are facts, even if they're uncomfortable. Jesus makes it clear His followers will be hated & persecuted.
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 15:9-17 - Responsibility & Joy Go Together
Jesus continues His teachings as He moves along with His 11 disciples. He wisely pulls no punches as He implores them (& us) to do the most important thing.
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 15:1-8 - He Will Help Us Succeed
Brace yourself. It is highly unlikely you have heard this before. However, you likely need to hear it, as do many people you know. John 15 is a beautiful…
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John 14:15ff - Expectations and Commitments of Jesus
As Jesus wraps up His upper room discourse, He sets clear expectations, & introduces a dynamic the disciples will understand more about, later - a subject…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 14:7-14 - He Will Answer Our Prayers for the Father's Glory
Is it okay to pray directly to Jesus? Can miracles happen, today, through prayer? What about God's will? Read, listen, & learn the answers to these & other…
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John 14:1-6 - Jesus Is THE Only Way
The bumper sticker we see as COEXIST is quite trendy & seems moral, but is it Biblical? Is it based on truth or politics? What about people who have never…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Climate Change & Science by Dr. Tom Hoyle 03-12-2023
Listen & learn form our esteemed guest speaker at Central Kitsap Christian Church, Dr. Tom Hoyle, retired Colonel.
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 13:36ff - Another Uncomfortable Truth
Sometimes life has us so distracted we don't comprehend important things until after we have royally messed up. In this part of the Gospel of John Jesus…
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John 13:31-35 - The BIG "One Another"
Right after Judas leaves their very intimate moment, Jesus gives His disciples more practical wisdom. If we can all learn this "one another" teaching, our…
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John 13:18-30 - When you give Satan control
1 John 5:18 says the whole world is under the control of the evil one. This is because most live for the devil & not God (Jesus said only a few will enter that…
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John 13:1-17 - Selflessness, Servanthood, & Humility, Modeled
In an unexpected moment, the Creator of the universe teaches by example in our text. Similarly, Pastor Adams experiences & an unexpected thing highlighted the…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 12:27ff - "You Can't See Nothing When You Close Your Eyes," pt. 2
This is a big moment - one of only a few times this particular big thing happened & others witnessed. In this last part of John 12 there's a ton of really good…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 12:20-26 - Selflessness Illustrated & Expected
After the Triumphal Entry, Jesus deals with a situation in a way the disciples were likely not expecting. As we go through this passage, we discover more…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 12:12-19 - BBC Scott Lerwick, speaking about Palm Sunday
Pastor Adams had Scott Lerwick from Boise Bible College speak on this passage in John which covers what we call "Palm Sunday." Listen for a fresh perspective…
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John 12:9-11 - "You Can't Handle the Truth"
Often people don't want to hear the truth, so they try to silence those who speak it. Historically, this is too common - even among God's people. We see this…
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John 12:1-8 - An Elaborate Gift, & a Pretend Perspective
Sometimes extravagant is okay when it comes to glorifying God, & sometimes people are adamant about their own lies. Study & learn with us through this…
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John 11 - The Emotions, the Miracle, & the Hit
Although this is a full & lengthy chapter with loads of good stuff, Pastor Adams makes it a short & timely delivery. Give it a listen. It might be just what…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
The Meaning of Christmas
Adapted Christmas messages from 2011, 2015, & years of delivering seasonal ones like this morphed into a special one for 2022. Listen & learn what the holiday…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 10 - Pastor Jesus & the Great Trilemma
Due to canceled services caused by a severe ice storm, two messages were combined for this message on the following Sunday. There's a lot to learn, here. Enjoy…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 9 - You Can't See Nothing When You Close Your Eyes
This was an unusual message delivered via livestream to Central Kitsap Christian Church from 5000+ miles away in Ghent, Belgium. The text is from the end of…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
Thanksgiving Message
This is a basic Thanjsgiving message just in time for the season. May it bless you as you dwell on all the many reasons to be grateful to God for His abundant…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John. 8:37f - He is a Truth-telling Agitator
Pastor Adams delivered this message remotely from Rich Hill Christian Church in Missouri to Central Kitsap Christian Church in Washington. The Missouri church…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 8:12-36 - Jesus Can Set You Free
They didn't feel enslaved, as most of us don't. Yet, Jesus has a refreshingly positive message which can brighten anyone's dark lives - even those oblivious to…
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John 7:53-8:11 - The Questionable Most Abused Passage by Critics of Christians
Brace yourself for one of the most controversial messages yet. Set aside an hour for this one, & it's well worth it. Learn why the passage is questionable, &…
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John 7:40-52 - Frustrated & Flustered, They Rejected
The Pharisees & other religious leaders thought Jesus, the officers, & the crowds were confused, ignorant, & misled. As it turns out, they were projecting…
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John 7:37-39 - Introduction to the Concept of the Indwelling Holy Spirit for Believers
This is a complex subject. Put on your thinking caps, & learn the Biblical teaching about the indwelling Holy Spirit. In our text it is barely introduced. Here…
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John 7:25-36 - A Taste of His Meekness (Power Restrained)
Jesus so easily could have flaunted His power, but instead He showed remarkable constraint. Journey through this part of John which highlights this small part…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 7:1-24 - Complicated Hypocrites
Jesus had & still has many critics - even from his own biological family. Still, He loved/loves everyone & did/does so with such purpose & foresight. In this…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 6:22ff - Sometimes We Need to Hear What We Don't Want to Hear
We've been anticipating the "saddest verse in the Bible" (Pastor Adams' opinion), & in this message we discover it. Not only that, we all will remember exactly…
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John 6:15-21 - Beyond the Surface - There is more to the story of Jesus, walking on the water
Two other Gospels provide more insight into this multiple-miracle event. Read along and visualize this captivating & dramatic historical moment. There's a…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 6:1-14 - Jesus' Abundance Is Always Greater Than Our Need
Our Father owns "cattle on a thousand hills (Psalm 50:10)," & Jesus demonstrates His abundance quite well in this historical event. Pay attention to background…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 5:16ff - They Judged Judge Jesus to Their Loss
At this point they wanted to kill Him, yet He masterfully disrupted their unified attacks. While He had them off-step, He delivered painful truth - that He was…
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John 5:1-15 - Controversy, Healing, & the Ingrate
Something's missing. For real. Get your Bible ready & see for yourself. While you're at it, learn something new - like you don't always have to have faith in…
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John 4:39ff - Testimony & Validation
Journey through this part of Jesus' story & learn not to dwell on the sensational, but rather validate Jesus with your testimony as a priority. Listen & maybe…
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John 4:27-38 - The Brilliance of Explaining What Is Yet to Be Understood
Jesus perfectly illustrates how sometimes it is good to cleverly teach things which can only be understood later - as needed. Pay close attention in this…
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John 4:1-26 Grace Exemplified; Eschatology, and Deity Clarified
The first part of John 4 has so much insightful, practical, & intriguing information. Journey with us as we learn deep truths in this familiar passage about…
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John 3:22ff - Q & A of John the Baptist
Jesus' cousin steps aside & humbly points people to Jesus, as they become jealous for their leader.
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John 3:1-21 - The Context & Theology of the Most Popular verse in the Bible
Jesus really is more than a Savior. Meet a leader of Pharisees in the first century, Nicodemus, & find out if he was as timid as some scholars say. You might…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 2:23ff - He Knows Us
Jesus knew God's people weren't ready for a Lord. He knows whether we are or not, as well. Dare to continue the journey with us through John's Gospel, & feel…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
John 2:13-22 - Anger for God's Sake (Jesus Cleanses the Temple)
Coming off His first miracle, Jesus starts stirring things up big-time. Learn with us as we examine one of two very similar events in Jesus' life as a man on…
- Chaplain Jeff Adams
2022 Independence Day Message
What is a good, Biblical, Christian perspective of our holiday we celebrate in the USA every 4th of July?