Pastor Ian continues our B.L.E.S.S. series with L for Listen, in the sermon “Listen to Him.” Pastor Ian shares how one of the greatest blessings we can offer to people and our community is to listen to their stories. He starts with the Transfiguration where 3 of Jesus’ disciples are told to listen to him …
Pastor Ian explores the pivotal moment in Genesis 12:1-3, where God calls Abram (later Abraham) to leave his homeland and promises to make him a great nation. This call marks a significant shift from Abram’s past, symbolizing a break from his family’s pagan traditions and the beginning of a new lineage blessed by God. He …
Pastor Ian explores salt in the context of Mark 9:33-50, emphasizing the importance of humility, service, and purity in the Christian life. Pastor Ian reflects on the disciples’ argument about greatness and Jesus’ response that true greatness comes from being a servant to all, including children. He discusses the metaphor of salt, highlighting its role …
Pastor Ian explores the theme of denial in the Christian faith, focusing on Peter’s denial of Jesus as depicted in John 13:36–38. He discusses how denial can manifest in rejecting, withholding, or disowning, and draws parallels between biblical examples and modern-day actions of Christians. Political and social pressures influence how Jesus’ teachings are interpreted and …
Discover the untold layers of Samson’s story beyond his legendary strength and bravery. Join us as we explore how his life challenges us to understand true love and divine purpose in our own lives. We delve into the story of Samson, exploring his life as a Nazirite and the complexities of his character. We look …
Join us as we uncover the extraordinary story of Samson’s birth—a tale of divine promise, unwavering faith, and the beginning of Israel’s deliverance from the Philistines. Discover how a barren woman became the mother of a Nazirite, and what this ancient story teaches us about God’s unexpected interventions in our lives. Are we ready to …
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Pastor Ian preaches from 1 Samuel 6:1–7:2 and 2 Samuel 6:1–11. We often view the great stories of the Scriptures as adventures and success. In so doing, we often miss the warnings and cautions aimed at the people of God, while missing the grace God bestows on those who do not believe. https://anchor.fm/s/c5360db0/podcast/play/90730298/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2024-7-21%2F385135734-44100-2-e3a43fa85ec77.mp3Podcast: Play in …
This special and somber service goes over the last hours of Jesus’ life on earth, including trial, torture, and death. We acknowledge that this death of Jesus’ was essential to our salvation, and that it was God’s grace and love that drove it, so that we can live a life reconciled to God here on …
Missions have long been a focus in the Church of the Nazarene. Faith Promise is about the people of God prayerfully considering what God is calling them to give in the coming year regarding missions. What makes is a promise of Faith is that often people declare to give an amount that only God could …