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Willard Church of The Nazarene
An audio podcast version of Willard Church of The Nazarene's services.
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Willard Church of The NazareneParable of the Persistent Widow| Luke 18
Jesus knew there would be seasons when His people would feel discouraged, weary, and tempted to give up. In the Parable of the Persistent Widow (Luke 18.1-8)…
Willard Church of The NazareneThrow Off Your Cloak
Bartimaeus was blind, broken, and sitting on the sidelines while everyone else followed Jesus. When he cried out for mercy, the crowd tried to silence him. But…
Willard Church of The NazareneGuard the Good Deposit: What Has God Entrusted to You?
What has God entrusted to you? In this message by Pastor Bernie Dickson from 2 Timothy 1.13-14, we explore Paul’s challenge to Timothy to “guard…
Willard Church of The NazareneEmpty the Jar: DNA Series 2
Luke 7:36-50 We are in the New Testament and we are looking at passages that define our DNA as a church. A few weeks ago, we said we are people that wreck the…
Willard Church of The NazareneMalachi: The Story of God Part 37
We were in the last book in the Old Testament, the book of Malachi. Malachi addresses the spiritual apathy and moral decline of Israel after the exile. It…
Willard Church of The NazareneEsther Such a Time as This: The story of God Pt 36
Esther We will be looking at the story of a young Jewish woman who had to step out in faith to save her people.
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Lions Den: The Story of God part 35
Daniel 6We are continuing in the book of Daniel and looking at this man who is now 80 years old. He’s served faithfully for over 6 decades and yet he has…
Willard Church of The NazareneFurnace Faith: The Story of God Part 34
Daniel 3What hardships are we willing to endure for the sake of our Christian faith? When the rubber meets the road, will we be a person who is bold for the…
Willard Church of The NazareneWreck the Roof
Luke 5:17-26Pastor James will be preaching on the story of the 4 friends who brought the paralytic to Jesus.
Willard Church of The NazareneIsrael and End Times Prophecy: The Story of God Pt 33
Ezekiel 36 & 37We are in the portion of Ezekiel that prophesies about the future. For centuries the Jewish people will have no homeland, no government, and…
Willard Church of The NazareneOur Responsibility | The Story of God Pt 32
Ezekiel 1-3We are living in a time when it is easier to blame others than to take personal responsibility for something. Blame-shifting has been going on since…
Willard Church of The NazareneLamentations: New Every Morning | Story of God pt 31
Lamentations Pastor James will be continuing our chronological look through the Bible by studying Lamentations. A book that was written by Jeremiah as he…
Willard Church of The NazareneWhen God Doesn’t Make Sense: The Story of God Pt 30
Habakkuk 1-3 We are continuing our sermon series through the Bible and covering the book of Habakkuk. Habakkuk. The name Habakkuk means to “embrace” or…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 29: Hope in Exile
We care continuing in our chronological sermon series and are in Jeremiah today looking at one of everyone’s favorite verses. Jeremiah 29:11.
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Part 28: Secret of Fasting
Isaiah 58Pastor James will be explaining Biblical fasting—going without food for a limited period of time in order to draw near to God. It is probably the…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Part 27: Hezekiah, Why Pray?
Isaiah 36-38Prayer is an under-utilized gift God has given us to connect and commune with Him. Yet, we are often too busy or can’t be bothered to pray…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Part 26: Hosea and The Woman No One Wanted
HoseaPastor James is continuing through the Bible chronologically. This week we come to a new prophet of God named Hosea. God calls this prophet to do…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Part 25: Holy Holy Holy
Isaiah 6Holy is not a popular word today. It is mentioned 637 times in the Bible. It is an attribute of God that many people don’t want to hear about, but it’s…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Part 24: Open My Eyes
In The Story of God Pt. 24: Elisha—Open My Eyes, Pastor James explores 2 Kings 6:1–18, revealing how God cares about both the small frustrations and the…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Pt 23: Elijah’s Journey of Faith
Pastor James Pomerich’s sermon The Story of God Pt 23: Journey of Faith from 1 Kings 17 explores how God uses seasons of lack and challenge to deepen trust and…
Willard Church of The NazareneThis Journey: Father’s Day Message
In honor of Father’s Day we will be looking at the greatest sermon ever preached. Maybe a surprising part of it that gives us a roadmap for our journey…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Part 22: Wise Counsel
Solomon wrote: “Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid.” Wise counsel is so important for us but often it…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 21: It’s A Trap
This week’s message, “It’s a Trap!”, walks through Proverbs to reveal how sin deceives, entangles, and pulls us further than we ever intended to go. Using…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 20: Wisdom
We are continuing our preaching through the Bible and we will be in Proverbs learning about wisdom.
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Part 19: Relation Drift
We are continuing with our journey through the Bible looking at the life of David at a time when his relationship with his kids drifted to a disastrous result…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 18: Protection of Purpose
We are continuing our journey through the Bible and focusing this week on 2 Samuel 11. In this passage we will uncover three ways purpose protects us and learn…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story of God Part 16: Honey in the Rock
Psalm 81 We sing a song called Honey in the Rock. We are going to be studying the Psalm where that phrase comes from and find out what it means. Used with…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 15: Saul’s Rejection | 1 Samuel 15
Saul’s downfall wasn’t sudden—it was self‑deception. In 1 Samuel 15, God rejects Saul as king, not because of one mistake, but because he heard God’s command…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 14: Kinsman Redeemer | Ruth
In a dark season when “everyone did what was right in their own eyes,” God was already weaving redemption. Ruth’s loyalty, Boaz’s kindness, and God’s…
Willard Church of The NazareneEaster Eggs: Not the Plastic Kind
Discover the hidden “Easter Eggs” God placed throughout Scripture and creation—signs, shadows, and foreshadowing that all point to Jesus. From Abraham and…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 13: Moses Death | Joshua 6
In this message, Joshua leads Israel into the Promised Land—a vivid picture of believers learning to walk in God’s promises today. Many know Christ yet still…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 12: Moses Death | Deuteronomy 31
In Deuteronomy 31, Moses prepares Israel for his death by reminding them that although he will not enter the Promised Land, the Lord Himself will go before…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 11: The Wilderness | Deuteronomy 8:1–16
In Deuteronomy 8.1–16, Moses reminds God’s people that the wilderness isn’t a mistake—it’s where God humbles, tests, sustains, and transforms us. This message…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 10: Abundance of Grace | Numbers 20:1-13
In Numbers 20.1–13, Israel returns to the edge of the Promised Land only to repeat the failures of the past—and even Moses reaches a breaking point. In this…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 9: Journey with God | Numbers
This episode explores Numbers 1–12, where Israel leaves Sinai and begins a journey meant to last 11 days but stretched into 40 years because of distrust and a…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 8: Way to God | Leviticus
In this episode, we explore why Leviticus—often seen as one of the hardest books of the Bible—is actually central to understanding how we approach God and how…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 7: God’s Presence | Exodus 33-34
In this message from Exodus 33–34, we explore the difference between living in God’s presence and drifting from it. After Israel’s rebellion with the golden…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 6: A New Community | Exodus 19, 20 and 24
In this message, we explore why God gave the Law—not as a way to earn salvation, but as a response to the salvation He had already provided. God carried Israel…
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The Story Part 5: Moses and the Exodus | Exodus 1-17
Pastor James continues along with our Bible reading. The nation of Israel is being formed in the land of Egypt and will be birthed through a mighty Exodus.
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 4: Joseph | Genesis 37
We are continuing through the Bible and looking at the life of Joseph. God is remarkably hidden in this account, but we see His obvious hand in this young…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 3: Abraham | Genesis 22
In this sermon, we look at Abraham’s test in Genesis 22 and discover what it truly means to trust God as Jehovah Jireh—the Lord Who Provides. Abraham’s…
Willard Church of The NazareneThe Story Part 2: Story of Job | Job 1-42
One of the hardest books to understand but also one of the most important. Especially for those suffering. Come join us as we look at the entire book of Job!
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The Story Part 1: Adam & Eve | Genesis 3
In this episode, we explore the first question the enemy ever asked—“Did God really say?”—and how that same doubt continues to shape our culture, our identity…
Willard Church of The NazareneRelease and Receive | James 4:1-10
What keeps us from fully experiencing the transforming love of God? In this message, we explore the powerful call found in James 4.1–10—a call to release what…
Willard Church of The NazareneWrapped in Christ | Luke 2
This Christmas service we will take a look at the three times that Jesus was wrapped and what that means for our lives.
Willard Church of The NazareneWander to Wonder | Luke 2:8-20
If you are steeped in circumstances and disappointment, if your struggles just feel heavy this season – there is good news of great joy. A savior has been born…
Willard Church of The NazareneAdvent: Silence Broken | Luke 1
After 400 years of silence, God speaks again—through an angel, through a promise, through a child. In this episode, we explore how spiritual silence and…
Willard Church of The NazareneDisciples Do | Galatians 6
In this message from Willard Church of the Nazarene, we’re reminded that true growth—whether physical or spiritual—requires discipline beyond weekly “therapy…
Willard Church of The NazarenePeter’s Journey | John 21
We will be looking at the life of Peter and see how God uses our tests, trials, and even terrible decisions, and turns them into a testimony for His glory.
Willard Church of The NazareneBaptism Sunday | Romans 6:3-4
Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, it’s possible to live life the way it was meant to be lived. We can join Jesus in His death and new life through…
Willard Church of The NazareneWe Need Us | Philippians 1:27-30
What does it mean to live a life worthy of the Gospel of Christ? In this message from Philippians 1.27–30, we explore the call to unity, fellowship, and…
Willard Church of The NazareneWe Harvest What We Plant | Galatians 6:7
What kind of seeds are you planting—in your heart, your home, your relationships, and your walk with God?In this powerful message rooted in Galatians 6:7–9, we…
Willard Church of The NazareneProphecy in the New Testament | Acts 21
What does the Bible say about prophecy in the New Testament? We want to grow in our understanding of it and look at the use and misuse of it.
Willard Church of The NazareneCourageous Faith | Acts 20:13–24
Paul’s journey reminds us that true courage isn’t the absence of fear—it’s trusting God no matter the cost. Discover how his bold faith can inspire you to…
Willard Church of The NazareneDon’t Give the Enemy a Seat at Your Table | Psalm 23
Pastor James will be introducing our upcoming small group study by looking at Psalm 23.
Willard Church of The NazareneElisha Part 4: Humble Healing | 2 Kings 5:1-19a
Naaman was a powerful commander—respected, victorious, and deeply afflicted. In this message from 2 Kings 5:1–19a, we explore how God’s healing often comes in…
Willard Church of The NazareneElisha Part 3: Empty Vessels | 2 Kings 4:1-7
Continuing in our series looking at the life of Elisha
Willard Church of The NazareneElisha Part 2: Desperation and Ditches | 2 Kings 3
When crisis hits, do we blame God—or seek Him? In this powerful message, we follow Elisha into the desert of Edom, where three kings face a dire situation: no…
Willard Church of The NazareneElisha Part 1 All In: Kill the Cows, Burn the Plows
When Elisha was called, he didn’t just follow—he destroyed everything that could pull him back. In this episode, we explore what it means to go all in with…