Fresh Start in Christ with Viroqua Nazarene

Has anyone ever called you “foolish?” I’m sure it didn’t make you feel great. In Galatians 3 we see Paul using this word to describe the Galatians…but why? To understand better, in this podcast we will compare the other times the word “foolish” appears in the New Testament. Was Paul berating them or just trying to make a point?

Have you ever had to call someone out for being two-faced? In this podcast we will see not only Paul’s desire to make sure he’s on the right track but also call out others (even those in high leadership positions) for their shenanigans.

Have you ever worked hard on doing something right, only to have someone come behind you and mess up all your hard work? In Galatians chapter 1, Paul is faced with a similar situation. He has taught the true gospel, but others who came later to the Galatian churches were teaching wrongly. In this podcast we will see how Paul reminded the Galatians of some important details, hopefully getting Galat...

Father Knows Best. The writer of Proverbs 4 gives instructions to his sons. We can find out what we are truly made of, or rather what we've absorbed when we are put under pressure.

The book of Nahum is a hidden gem. In this podcast we will look at Chapter 1, discovering what it says about who God is, what He does, what He will do, and even nature's response to His very presence. All of this is wrapped in a proclamation against the Assyrian capital city, Nineveh (yes, that Nineveh).

“In Jerusalem, and in Jude’s and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” Jesus is talking about spreading the good news, making disciples everywhere. In this podcast we will look at what this looks like for you and I locally, regionally, and globally.

In Bible study, the address refers to the specific location a piece of information is located in the Bible. In this podcast, we talk about why knowing the address is so important and how it can deepen our relationship with God. Part of the “What do you mean by that?” Series.

Many times Christians speak in words they know but outsiders are left scratching their heads. “Sin? What do you mean by that?” It’s my hope that after listening to this podcast, you will be able to answer that question.

From a street corner, a protester’s sign can be seen “We’re ALL God’s Children!” Shouts of support for the cause for which they are gathering, bringing God to side with them. I wonder who are “God’s children?” To find out, I decided to read the Bible. In this podcast I share what I discovered and what the scripture says we should do about it.

The 4th of July is Independence Day in the U.S. It’s main theme is Freedom. What does the Bible say about freedom and authority trusted to ensure it?

Have you ever signed a graduate’s card, giving them some sage advice and wisdom? Paul finishes off his letter to Titus with 4 tips to help him accomplish is goals in the churches in Crete. In this podcast we will see how they also apply to us today.

Ever wondered what God requires of you and me? “To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” In this podcast we will observe scripture’s advice about humility and pride.

Many times in life, we wander around not know what we are suppose to be doing. In this podcast, we will look at the specific roles for the believers in the Christian churches in Crete. We will also explore in what way they needed one another to fulfill their own roles.

A young man left is a country, potentially foreign to him is tasked with a big job: appoint leaders of the churches in Crete. In this podcast we look at Paul’s instructions to Titus concerning leadership. What struggles did Titus face and what false teachings did he and others have to correct or silence? Titus 1 has you covered.

A look back at the early church and a look back on this past year of our church.

Here’s my “hot take” on holiness. Holiness doesn’t happen by accident. It takes a combination of God’s plans and man’s obedience. Want to know how we get here? Listen to this podcast.

Do you feel weighed down with the demands of “bringing people to Jesus?” What if it were simple and we make it way too complicated? In this podcast we will see how Jesus connects with a person and draws her closer to the truth about himself. Her life change will change the lives of others around her.

What does “One People blessing our community” really mean? In this podcast we will look at what Jesus and his disciples did to bless others and also understand what One important thing is connected to blessing.

Have you ever said, “my heart just wasn’t in it…” That’s an idiom. In this podcast we will look at the “hearts” of Jonah, Nineveh, and God as reveal from the book of Jonah. What motivated them? And how can we have a changed heart?

In this podcast, we will answer the question, “is unity something we should pursue?” If not, what ought we pursue?

Over a year ago, the USA/Canada Region of the Church of the Nazarene sought to understand God’s Vision for ministry in our present day and age. We know the mission: “Make Christlike Disciples In the Nations” but what is it specifically that God has call and equipped us for? (Original message written by Pastor Tim Fisher, Crossroads Community Church. Edited for local context and presented by Pastor...

If all you had was a brief bumper sticker or text message, would you know how to tell them about Easter, why we celebrate it, and why Jesus SO important? Through today’s message, we will unlock the purpose of Easter and how we might concisely share that with someone.

Have you ever looked at a stump and thought, “there’s still life in that thing!” In this podcast we will look at God’s hope for a seemingly dead stump of Jesse. The hope that rose in on a donkey to much fanfare on something the church calls “Palm Sunday.” (Isaiah 11)

Have you ever smacked your thumb while hammering a nail? Did you blame the tool for this? In Isaiah (and 2 Kings) there are a couple of tools God uses to correct his children, but what happens to the tool when the tool talks back?

Let’s face it, poverty is a problem. But can anything be done about it? Are we even able to do something? In this podcast we will look at “World Wisdom” and what it says about disparity amongst people and how God’s Word would have us respond.