The Naz Church Podcast

What if the cross wasn't the end of the story, but actually the beginning of yours? In this powerful Easter message, we explore the profound difference between having our sins forgiven and actually living the abundant life Christ died to give us. When Jesus said "It is finished" (tetelestai), the sacrifice was complete—but His work in our lives was just getting started. Many of us se...

Have you ever felt like your prayers are hitting the ceiling? Like God is ignoring your urgent cries for help while He shows up for everyone else? In this powerful message, we dive into one of the most emotional stories in Scripture—the death and resurrection of Lazarus. When Jesus receives word that His close friend is deathly ill, He does something shocking: He waits. For four days, He stays awa...

In this powerful message from John 10, Pastor Dale Benson explores what it means for Jesus to be our Good Shepherd and for us to be His sheep. Using vivid illustrations—including a remarkable video of Norwegian sheep responding only to their shepherd's voice—this sermon unpacks the intimate relationship God desires with each of us. Key Themes: Jesus as the Good Shepherd who calls us by name Le...

Have you ever felt surrounded by darkness, unable to see a way forward? In this powerful message, we explore the story of the blind man in John 9 and discover what to do when we can't see clearly in our own lives. Join us as we unpack how Jesus doesn't just heal our physical blindness—He transforms our entire perspective. Through the account of a man born blind, we learn that sometimes God...

What if the things we think we've hidden from God are the very things keeping us from experiencing His transformative love? In this powerful message, we explore the story of the woman caught in adultery and discover that Jesus came not to condemn us, but to free us from both the sins we commit and the deeper issues of the heart that drive them. This episode challenges both those who feel unwor...

In this powerful message, Pastor John tackles one of the most challenging realities of following Jesus: sometimes His teachings are hard to accept, and the cost of discipleship can feel overwhelming. Drawing from John 6:60-69, this sermon explores the moment when many of Jesus' followers turned away because His teachings became too difficult to embrace. Pastor John doesn't shy away from th...

In this powerful sermon from John chapter 6, we explore Jesus's declaration "I am the bread of life" and what it means to truly hunger for God. Following the miraculous feeding of the 5,000, Jesus challenges the crowd—and us—to stop chasing temporary satisfaction and instead seek the eternal nourishment only He can provide. The Difference Between Physical and Spiritual Hunger  Jesus...

In this powerful message, Pastor David challenges us to stop waiting for "someday" and step into the life God has for us today. Drawing from the story of Jesus healing the paralyzed man at the Pool of Bethesda (John 5), this message explores how we often delay obedience, generosity, purity, and faith with excuses like "someday when things are better" or "someday when I&#39...

Ever feel like you're seeking power from all the wrong places? In this compelling message, we explore one of life's most fundamental questions: Who has authority in your life, and where does your true power come from? Through a journey across John chapters 2-5, we discover how Jesus demonstrated both divine authority and supernatural power in every area of life—from confronting corrupt rel...

In this powerful message, Pastor John explores the transformative encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well from John chapter 4. Discover how Jesus intentionally breaks down social, moral, racial, and religious barriers to offer living water to someone society had rejected. Key Themes: Jesus meets us where we are, not where we should be Breaking down barriers to share the gospel...

What happens when a respected religious leader sneaks through the darkness to meet Jesus? In this powerful message, we explore one of the most pivotal conversations in Scripture—Jesus and Nicodemus in John 3. Pastor Dale unpacks the uncomfortable truth that God knows what's in our hearts, and why that reality might terrify some of us while comforting others. Through the story of Nicodemus, who...

Step toward Jesus…together. You are welcome here. At The Naz, our hope is to support & encourage people & families as they take their next steps. We partner with you by providing connections & resources that help you take your next steps. Whether your next steps are spiritual, emotional, or recreational, you’re invited to explore where you belong and find your purpose here at The Naz.

Step toward Jesus…together. You are welcome here. At The Naz, our hope is to support & encourage people & families as they take their next steps. We partner with you by providing connections & resources that help you take your next steps. Whether your next steps are spiritual, emotional, or recreational, you’re invited to explore where you belong and find your purpose here at The Naz.

Ecclesiastes: The Wisdom Community Pastor Dale Benson August 17, 2025

Pastor Yhoshua Ticum   Jesus is the Guide, and He has prepared a path for you.   Which path are you on? Life is full of forks in the road: Regret over the past → depression Fear of the future → anxiety Key Question: Am I on the right path? Even in our uncertainty, God sees you and loves you.   Proverbs 4:18–27 (NLT) Guard Your Heart – Why it matters Be cautious: “Follow your heart” can lead away f...

Pastor John Keating   The author of Hebrews was writing to a group of Christians who had converted from Judaism. The entire book of Hebrews aims to encourage discouraged Christians. In these chapters, the author draws upon their Jewish experiences by referring to Jesus as their compassionate and helpful High Priest.    Hebrews 5:4-5a, 7-9 (NLT) - Jesus’s role in our lives is not limited to the one...

Pastor David Morrison   Hebrews 4:12-16 (NLT) - There was a pattern in the Old Testament where God rescues His people, and they say that they would return to their past of worshipping other gods, and then they would be separated from God. It was a continuous cycle. - It seems ridiculous. The author of Hebrews says not to make the same mistake.   Hebrews 3:12 (NLT) - When things get hard, who or wh...

Pastor Dale Benson   Thinking About Jesus from the standpoint of first century Judaism. In terms of a modern-day company-owned business.   Hebrews 2:1-4 (NLT)   Laws, the Law… Laying down the Law.   John 1:17 (NLT)   Romans 7: The law pointed out my sin.   Romans 8:1-4 (NLT)   Galatians 3: Beautiful passage about the Law not saving us. The law did not give us the Holy Spirit.    All of the Law and...

Pastor Dale Benson Are there things you hold onto that have outlived their usefulness? Are there things in your life that used to bring value, but have been replaced by something better? Hebrews 1:1-3 (NLT) Over the next few weeks, we will examine the book of Hebrews. In this book, the author writes to a group of people who are Hebrews by birth but have accepted Jesus as the Messiah. However, as t...

Pastor John Keating   Ephesians 5:1-2 (NASB) * We are to be imitators: the translated word for “imitators” in this passage is where we get the word “mimic.” We are called to literally “mimic” God.  * The author Paul insisted on this in the previous chapters by saying, “Because God, for Christ’s sake, has forgiven you, therefore be followers of God, or imitators of Him;”   1 John 4:16 (NLT) * Our c...

Pastor Dale Benson If you want to experience the thriving side of love, you must make a commitment to the striving side of love.   Ephesians 4:1-6 (NRSV) * There is no growth in the comfort zone. There is no comfort in the growth zone. * You are a lot of work. I am a lot of work. So we are going to have to work in order for this to work. One: * Body. * Spirit. * Hope of your Calling. * Lord. * Fai...

Pastor Dale Benson Ephesians 3:14-19 (NLT) - Notice that God does not say, "He wants to get to know us more, even though we are beyond understanding." Quite the opposite. - God already knows us. Inside and out. He created us. He knows our thoughts even before we know them. He knows our good, and bad. And loves us anyway. - Paul prays that we would experience the Love of God, even though that love...

Pastor David Morrison Jeremiah 29:10-14 (NLT) - The Israelites, the people this text is written for, had lived in rebellion against God and found themselves without a permanent home. - God says I have not forgotten you. I still believe in you and have plans for your future-good ones! This is the foundation for the Scripture I am sharing. It is a form of love that God can only fully show His creati...

Pastor Dale Benson When there is a problem at the center, problems happen. When my life is not centered, it can pop. Saying "Yes" to Jesus is not about saying a simple "yes" one time. Saying "yes" to Jesus is about learning to continue to say "yes" until He is at the center of my life, and I am at the center of His. Philippians 4:10-13 (NLT) When there is a problem at the center, issues occur. Whe...

Pastor John Keating Jesus Loved God, His Father, Which Produced Obedience: - The bond between Jesus and His Father exemplifies deep love and obedience, as shown at His baptism (Matt. 3:17). - Jesus' love for His Father drove Him to fulfill God's will, even at the cost of His own life (John 14:31; Luke 22:41-44). - True love for Jesus is demonstrated through obedience to His commands (John 14:15),...