S3 Ep41: Be Filled with the Spirit
Pastor Nick's opening sermon on the Fruit of the Spirit begins with a message that simply says: God is wanting to do more in your life than you ever could've dreamed. One of the ways he does this is by filling you with His Holy Spirit. The question is this: WHY would any of us want to go through this Christian life, missing out on everything God has for us?!
41m Oct 20, 2024
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S3 Ep44: Hebrews 6 Class Audio
Pastor's Bible Study class on Hebrews 6
1hr 11m Oct 16, 2024
1hr 11m
S3 Ep40: Asleep on a Boat aka Peace in the Storm
Jesus and his disciples encounter a fierce storm on the Sea of Galilee. Despite the panic of the disciples, Jesus remains asleep, highlighting His profound peace amidst turmoil. Pastor Nick draws parallels between a youth leader named Rich who exhibited a sense of calm during a storm on a youth mission trip and the tranquility that trust in God can bring, even in life's challenges. He emphasize...
28m Oct 13, 2024
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S3 Ep39: Jezebel is a Whoring Idolater
Live in Peace
42m Oct 06, 2024
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S3 Ep38: Class Audio Hebrews 5
We studied Hebrews 5
58m Oct 02, 2024
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S3 Ep35: SS Class audio from Baptism Sunday
From Sunday School on Sept 29, 2024
32m Sep 29, 2024
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S3 Ep31: Sun. Sermon: It's a New You aka All about Baptism
In this sermon, Pastor Nick discusses the profound meaning of baptism, drawing on passages from Galatians and Acts to illustrate his points. He emphasizes that baptism is not merely a ritualistic act or a reset button, but a crucial declaration of faith that signifies a new life in Christ. The sermon highlights the transformative power of baptism as an initiation into a relationship with God, w...
32m Sep 29, 2024
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S3 Ep33: Class audio for Hebrews 4 from Pastor's Bible Study
Check out our class study
1hr 2m Sep 25, 2024
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S3 Ep36: SS Class audio for Sabbath 3
From Sunday School on 9-22-24
29m Sep 22, 2024
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S3 Ep30: Sun. Sermon: What is Your Name aka Sabbath #3
In this sermon, Pastor Nick explores the concept of Sabbath rest, emphasizing that Jesus is the ultimate fulfillment of that rest. He begins by reflecting on the significance of Sabbath as a divine gift, highlighting that it represents completion and blessing in God's creation. Throughout the sermon, Pastor examines various biblical passages, including Hebrews, Genesis, and Joshua, to establish...
40m Sep 22, 2024
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S3 Ep32: Class Audio: Hebrews ch #3 from Pastor's Bible Study on Wednesdays
Study Hebrews 3 with us
59m Sep 18, 2024
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S3 Ep29: Sunday School Class audio from "Don't Send the Finger"
We take the time to dig a little deeper in our Sunday School Classes after the morning service. May God richly bless you!
15m Sep 16, 2024
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S3 Ep28: Sun. Sermon: Don't Send the Finger (AKA Sabbath 2)
In this sermon, Pastor Nick discusses the Sabbath, presenting it as a divine gift from God intended for rest and rejuvenation. Highlighting scripture from Isaiah 58, Pastor Nick underscores the importance of observing the Sabbath to cultivate a deeper relationship with God, promoting faith over frantic attempts to control one’s productivity. This sermon takes the congregation on a historical jo...
32m Sep 15, 2024
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S3 Ep34: Hebrews ch2 Class audio!
Join in on our study of Hebrews ch 2
1hr 10m Sep 11, 2024
1hr 10m
S3 Ep27: Sun. Sermon: ARE YOU GONNA WEAR THOSE MITTENS? AKA Sabbath #1
In today's sermon, Pastor discusses the pervasive stress and burnout that many people experience, despite technological advancements that were intended to make life easier. He emphasizes that Jesus invites the weary to find rest through observing the Sabbath, a divine gift meant for rejuvenation and connection with God and family. Pastor shares personal anecdotes to illustrate how societal pres...
50m Sep 09, 2024
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S3 Ep37: SS Class Audio from "Mittens" Sabbath Sermon #1
37m Sep 08, 2024
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S3 Ep26: Love Your Haters
In the final week of the series on basic Christianity, Pastor focuses on the teachings of Jesus as presented in Matthew 5:43-48, specifically during the sermon on the mount. Here, Jesus challenges the common understanding of loving one's neighbor while hating one's enemy by calling his followers to love their enemies and pray for those who persecute them. Pastor emphasizes that living as part o...
34m Sep 01, 2024
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S3 Ep25: Salt n Light
Pastor Nick's sermon "Salt n Light" explores the biblical concept of Christians being salt and light in the world, drawing from Jesus' teachings in the Sermon on the Mount. By emphasizing the importance of living according to Jesus' ways and standing out from the world, believers are encouraged to be distinctive and impactful. Through the metaphor of salt and light, Pastor Nick highlights the r...
32m Aug 25, 2024
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S3 Ep24: Jesus is Superior (class audio from Hebrews 1)
We opened our Bible Study with a study on the Cultural Context of Hebrews, moving then into a verse by verse study.
49m Aug 21, 2024
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S3 Ep23: Basic Christianity: Foundations Matter
In his sermon "Foundations Matter" from the series "Basic Christianity", Pastor Nick delves into Jesus' teachings from the Sermon on the Mount. Focusing on the metaphor of the narrow gate from Matthew 7:13-14, Nick underlines the critical nature of building our lives on a solid, spiritual foundation and not succumbing to the allure of the wide path that inevitably leads to destruction. He depic...
48m Aug 18, 2024
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S3 Ep22: Who is the "Queen of Heaven" and would you rob God?
...Class Discussion on Malachi 3 and Jeremiah 44
50m Aug 14, 2024
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S3 Ep21: The Final Rung...or is it?
In the sermon titled "The Final Rung...Or is it?" from the series "Beatitudes-The Blessing Ladder," Pastor Nick delves into exploring the concept of the kingdom of heaven. He illustrates that though the kingdom is said to be manifesting here on earth, it may not be evident to all. Nick uses the analogy of people's different ways of consuming news to underline the importance of the right mindset...
46m Aug 11, 2024
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S3 Ep20: Seeing God's Heart-Beatitudes, week 3
Pastor Nick's sermon "Seeing God's Heart" from the series "Beatitudes-The Blessing Ladder" emphasizes orienting towards the kingdom of heaven and embodying mercy, purity, and peace. He highlights mercy as reflecting God's righteousness and teaches about the importance of purity of heart and being peacemakers. Pastor Nick urges the congregation to overcome their personal "exit ramps" and continu...
34m Aug 04, 2024
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S3 Ep19: The Pitfalls of self-preservation with Rob Nemeth
Pastor Rob's sermon, "Self Preservation," delves deep into the subject of self-preservation and how it might negatively affect our bond with God. Rob illustrates this through his experiences at Loving Hands Ministry, stressing the vital role of mentors in his spiritual journey. Through his interpretation of the Bible's Matthew 12, Rob stresses that Sabbath was meant to be a day of rest and holi...
53m Jul 28, 2024
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S3 Ep18: Beatitudes week 2: The ladder into God's Kingdom
Pastor Nick explores the Beatitudes as a ladder leading to the kingdom of heaven, emphasizing the presence and reign of God on Earth. The journey starts with recognizing the need for God, extends to meekness, hungering for righteousness, and showing mercy. He rejects the idea of Jesus starting a new religion, focusing on fulfilling the law and prophetic teachings. Through living out the Beatitu...
40m Jul 21, 2024
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S3 Ep17: Beatitudes-The first step in the Blessed Life
#blessed
31m Jul 14, 2024
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S3 Ep16: Deep Relationships--a study of Ruth and Naomi
Pastor Nick delves into restoring and cultivating deep relationships in line with God's plan using Joseph's forgiveness of his brothers as an example. He emphasizes the importance of godly relationships, citing Ruth and Naomi's bond as a model of support and commitment. Deep connections require vulnerability, trust, and support, with Pastor Nick urging the congregation to walk closely with God ...
42m Jul 07, 2024
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S3 Ep15: Healing Wounded Relationships
Pastor Nick delves into Joseph's story, focusing on healing broken family relationships through forgiveness and reconciliation and by following God's plan. The sermon parallels Joseph's family drama with our universal need for healing and restoration in relationships. Comparing restoration to Kintsugi, Pastor Nick highlights the beauty of healed relationships. Listeners are urged to prioritize ...
39m Jun 30, 2024
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S3 Ep14: Forgiving like Jesus, week 3
Pastor Nick's sermon delves into the theme of forgiveness and restoration, drawing from the exchange between Jesus and the repentant criminal at the crucifixion. The narrative highlights the transformative power of forgiveness, challenging preconceived notions of who is deserving of redemption. Emphasizing the importance of seeking forgiveness and restoring relationships, the sermon underscores...
22m Jun 16, 2024
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S3 Ep13: Forgive like Jesus: How to give and receive forgiveness
Pastor Nick's sermon "Forgive Like Jesus 2" focuses on forgiveness, drawing lessons from the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15. The prodigal son's journey of rebellion and redemption illustrates the themes of forgiveness and restoration. The sermon highlights the contrast between the father's unconditional forgiveness and the older brother's struggle with bitterness. Pastor Nick challenges l...
44m Jun 10, 2024
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S3 Ep12: Don't be like LAMEch...Forgive like Jesus
In the sermon "Forgive Like Jesus," Pastor Nick addresses the significant impact of forgiveness. He notes that many people harbor anger and hurt due to others' actions, which subsequently holds them back and hinders growth. He urges his audience to contemplate their most profound pain caused by someone else and asks them if they would like liberation from those emotional chains. The sermon uses...
29m Jun 02, 2024
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S3 Ep11: Traveling with Jesus
#followingjesus #christisking #jesusislord #followingjesus #christianliving #christianlife #nazarenechurch #nazarene
31m May 27, 2024
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S3 Ep10: Pentecost: The effect of the Holy Spirit on believers
The sermon focuses on the story of Pentecost and the Holy Spirit's effect on believers. Pastor Nick emphasizes the importance of quality time with loved ones and relates it to his experience with his daughter. He explains that the Holy Spirit is like God's quality time with us, always seeking to deepen our relationship. The sermon encourages seeking more of the Holy Spirit in our lives and emph...
40m May 20, 2024
40m
S3 Ep9: Jesus is Risen...into Heaven! Celebrating Ascension Sunday
Pastor Nick's sermon discusses Ascension Sunday, highlighting Jesus' ongoing work post-ascension in power, position, and place. Luke wrote Acts for a person named Theophilus, focusing on Jesus' continuous work through the Holy Spirit and intercession with the Father. Jesus went to heaven to prepare a place for believers to coexist with God, offering hope of eternal life. The sermon calls listen...
33m May 12, 2024
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S3 Ep8: Heaven or Hell...there's only two CHOICES
Pastor Nick's sermon "Two Choices: Heaven or Hell" delves into God's plan for humanity, emphasizing salvation through Jesus Christ. By accepting Christ, individuals align their past and future with His, ensuring qualification for heaven. The sermon explores the consequences of rejecting Christ and the importance of understanding both heaven and hell as realities influenced by personal choices. ...
37m May 05, 2024
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S3 Ep7: God wants everyone to be saved
Borrowing a phrase from pastor Josh Howerton, when you are saved, Jesus' past becomes YOUR past and his future becomes YOUR future! The will of God for humans is that everyone would be saved through Jesus Christ!
27m Apr 28, 2024
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S3 Ep6: God's Plan for Humanity: Making Disciples
In the sermon "Making Disciples," Pastor Nick stresses the crucial role each person plays in sharing Jesus' message and making disciples. He challenges the congregation to consider their time on Earth and the impact of making just one disciple annually. Pastor Nick uses the story of Abraham to show the importance of passing down faith through generations and being a blessing to others. The serm...
36m Apr 15, 2024
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S3 Ep5: God's Plan for Humanity: Intimacy with God
The sermon "Intimacy with God" by Pastor Nick delves into the concept of closeness with God through biblical stories like Adam and Eve, Moses, and Jesus, highlighting repentance as a key step. It stresses the importance of cherishing a deep relationship with God, contrasting it with hiding from Him due to sin. The sermon encourages the congregation to prioritize intimacy with God in their lives...
31m Apr 08, 2024
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S3 Ep4: What is Truth: an Easter Message
The sermon "What is Truth?" explores Jesus' conversation with Pilate, emphasizing Jesus as the ultimate king and truth. Despite controversy throughout history, belief in Jesus as king carries significant implications for believers. Pilate's question, "What is truth?" prompts Jesus to assert himself as the embodiment of truth. The sermon challenges listeners to align their lives with Jesus as ki...
14m Apr 01, 2024
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S3 Ep3: Did Jesus snub the Greeks?
Pastor Nick's sermon on Palm Sunday discusses Jesus' peaceful and humble entry into Jerusalem, emphasizing transformation and repentance. He highlights Jesus' healing miracles, visit to Bethany, and encounter with Greeks as lessons about purpose and serving God. Pastor Nick stresses the importance of sacrificial living, sharing the gospel, and aligning with God's will for ultimate fulfillment a...
41m Mar 25, 2024
41m
S3 Ep2: Is the Bible and end-times roadmap and is the Rapture real?
In this sermon, Pastor Nick discusses the misconception that the book of Revelation serves as an end-times roadmap, emphasizing the overarching theme of Jesus' victory. He clarifies misunderstandings about the rapture, encouraging the audience to seek understanding from scripture rather than cultural influences. Pastor Nick highlights the importance of faithfully serving Jesus and eagerly antic...
29m Mar 18, 2024
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S3 Ep1: The Bible wasn't written TO you
Pastor Nick challenges the idea that the Bible is individually tailored, explaining its diverse nature and historical context. He links the faith of Abraham to the importance of accepting Jesus as the Messiah. Emphasizing the Bible's resilience through history, he urges daily engagement to draw wisdom and truth. Concluding with an encouragement for a daily scripture habit, Pastor Nick stresses ...
18m Mar 11, 2024
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S2 Ep16: Getting the House in Order while Waiting (Pastor Kendall)
After spending quite some time with Jesus, he had now ascended. From his place in Heaven, seated at the Father's right hand, he would make a request--one that the Father was eager to give! Jesus would ask the Father to send the Holy Spirit to empower the believers for life and ministry. In the meantime, however, they waited. Somewhere in those 10 days of waiting, Peter stood up with a Bible les...
32m May 21, 2023
32m
S2 Ep15: Ascension Sunday: What it means for YOU
In the First Chapter of Acts, we have a brief account of the last days and moments Jesus spent on this earth. Before the very eyes of the Apostles, Jesus ascended into Heaven. He gave them instructions: WAIT. Then, once you're given the gift of the Holy Spirit, GO! There are 4 important reasons for the Ascension. Listen in and hear why!
35m May 14, 2023
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S2 Ep17: Truly Waiting Well
The disciples of Jesus had to wait 50 days after his death and 10 days after his ascension before the promised Holy Spirit arrived. 50 days isn't too long...10 days sure isn't much...but when you are awaiting the BIGGEST thing you'll ever witness, even one day feels like a lot! So, what do we do while we wait for God to fulfill his promises? In other words, how well do we wait? Let's open up Jo...
39m May 07, 2023
39m
S2 Ep13: Forgiving and Retaining Sins (John 20:19-23 Part B)
Jesus gave his disciples the Holy Spirit and then said that they could forgive and retain sins against people. WHAT???!!! THAT isn't our job, is it? So, join in and listen while we do the work of interpreting this passage and find out what God would have us to do with it.
51m Apr 30, 2023
51m
S2 Ep12: The Waiting (for the coming Spirit) John 20:19-23 part A
In this episode, Pastor Nick went a bit off-script...but if you know how he preaches, sometimes those are the best! Check out Part A here and stay tuned next week for the conclusion. You WON'T want to miss it!
32m Apr 23, 2023
32m
S2 Ep12: The Least of These
Jesus had some very stern words for people who harmed the least of these among us. He was concerned for children and wanted to protect them. God loves our kids more than we ever could. (Note: Contains Scriptural interpretation opinions on Gender and Abortion issues)
23m Apr 16, 2023
23m
S2 Ep11: Easter—When the Kingdom of Heaven Manifests on Earth
Jesus returns as King of Heaven’s kingdom on Earth. And he has a message to be shared. But the people he chooses to share it aren’t always the ones we would assume.
47m Apr 09, 2023
47m
S2 Ep11: When God Raises up a Prophet
Moses had told of the day when God would bring another prophet to lead Israel. But when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey and not a warhorse, he failed to meet up to the expectations of the people.
41m Apr 02, 2023
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