Wray Church of the Nazarene

Gratitude isn't just a feeling—it's worship in motion that leads you straight back to Jesus! Like the healed leper who returned to thank Him, gratitude transforms our hearts and brings us into God's presence. Where is gratitude leading you today? For sermon notes, recap, and devotionals, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sermons.wraynaz.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For all our links, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

The world says think for yourself, but Paul says think like Christ. Are you being led by human wisdom or the Spirit of God? Discover what it really means to have the mind of Christ and why some truths can only be understood through divine revelation. The difference will transform how you see everything. For sermon notes, recap, and devotionals, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://sermons.wraynaz.com⁠⁠...

What if your greatest weakness could become your most powerful testimony? God has a habit of choosing the unlikely, the ordinary, and the broken to accomplish extraordinary things. The cross proves that divine strength is perfectly displayed through human weakness. Are you trying to impress others with your abilities, or are you allowing God to shine through your weakness? For sermon notes, recap,...

What unites us? Jesus. What divides us? Everything else. In a world that pressures us to choose sides, how can the church maintain unity without compromising truth? The answer might surprise you - it's not about agreeing on everything, but about fixing our eyes on the same Savior. For sermon notes, recap, and devotionals, click here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://sermons.wraynaz.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For all our...

The church of Jesus Christ is called not to mirror culture or withdraw from it, but to  engage it with the heart and mind of Christ  — embodying truth, grace, and love in a world desperate for meaning and reconciliation. We begin a new series through Paul's first letter to the Corinthian church that focuses on what the church should look like and how it should engage in a culture that is very...

Thank you Lucas for sharing this week! Jesus knew His followers would face adversity for the next 2,000 years, so He provided three practical responses that remain relevant today. First, don't panic - choose faith over fear, remembering that the world is powerless against the spiritual realm. Second, trust God to provide what you need, viewing persecution as an opportunity to share the gospel...

Jesus' Great Commission in Matthew 28:16-20 reminds us that we share the gospel with His authority, not our own. Our mission isn't to make converts but disciples—people who follow Jesus in every aspect of life. This requires long-term investment and patience, unlike our culture's preference for quick results. The command to 'go' creates urgency for today, not someday. Most impo...

Mission isn't reserved for special occasions but is woven into our everyday lives. Based on Colossians 4:2-6, living on mission begins with purposeful prayer that transforms our hearts to see others as Jesus does. It continues with living wisely among non-believers, where our conduct matches our message, and speaking graciously in a way that gives life and points to Jesus. We don't need sp...

In a world marked by division and violence, Jesus offers us a powerful model for breaking barriers and building bridges. Through His encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well, we see how Jesus intentionally crossed racial, gender, religious, and social boundaries to reach someone with truth and compassion. Rather than retreating to comfortable spaces or engaging in debates, Jesus approached o...

God's heart for the lost is beautifully illustrated in Jesus' parable of the shepherd who leaves 99 sheep to find just one that wandered away. This reveals how every single person matters deeply to God, regardless of their past or present circumstances. While we often create bubbles and keep uncomfortable people at a distance, Jesus modeled a different approach—actively seeking out those w...

This message kicks off a new series focused on a simple yet powerful idea: evangelism isn't about grand gestures or scary street-corner preaching, but about focusing on one person God has placed in our lives. It all begins not with guilt or obligation, but with the transforming love of Christ that compels us from within. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 5, we're reminded that because Jesus rescu...

In a world that operates on 'an eye for an eye,' Romans 12:16-21 challenges us to break the cycle of evil by responding with good instead of retaliation. When wronged, our natural instinct is to hit back, but this only escalates conflict rather than resolving it. Living honorably means acting with integrity even toward those who hurt us, pursuing peace whenever possible, and showing radica...

When life's pressures reveal what's truly in our hearts, Romans 12 guides us toward a transformative response. Rather than reacting with bitterness or revenge when persecuted, we're called to bless those who hurt us—actively praying for their good. Paul challenges us to practice deep empathy by rejoicing with those celebrating and mourning with those grieving. Living in harmony require...

In Romans 12:13, Paul calls believers to share with those in need and practice hospitality as expressions of sincere love. These aren't optional extras but foundational aspects of Christian living that challenge our culture of independence and privacy. True sharing involves empathetic connection, not just material giving. Hospitality means actively pursuing opportunities to welcome others, not...

Romans 12:12 offers a powerful blueprint for navigating life's pressures: 'Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.' True Christian joy comes from anchoring our hope in God's unchanging promises rather than temporary circumstances. Patience means enduring hardship with trust in God's timing, recognizing that He often does His deepest work in our waiting. Pr...

Romans 12:11 provides a blueprint for vibrant Christian living, urging believers to maintain spiritual zeal and fervor while serving the Lord. Spiritual slothfulness manifests as delayed obedience and hesitation in following God's prompting. True zeal is action-oriented, focused on God's priorities, and reflects the Father's heart within us. To cultivate spiritual fervor, believers mus...

Brotherly love, or 'Philadelphia' in Greek, represents the deep familial bond that should characterize Christian relationships. This love goes beyond politeness to become loyal, sacrificial, and deeply committed. When we practice brotherly love, we stop keeping score, assume the best about others, and commit for the long haul. Romans 12:10 also challenges believers to 'outdo one anothe...

Genuine Christianity is marked by sincere love that goes beyond surface-level interactions. Based on Romans 12:9, authentic faith requires love without hypocrisy, actively opposing evil, and clinging tightly to what is good. This transformative love isn't just a feeling but compels action, reflecting Jesus' example of unconditional compassion. When we've been changed by God's grace...

Why did Jesus say having the Holy Spirit would be BETTER than His physical presence? Discover the four-fold role of the Spirit as your Advocate, Counselor, Helper, and Intercessor. The same power that transformed ordinary people at Pentecost is available to you today! Are you trying to navigate life's challenges alone when divine guidance dwells within you? Sermon notes and devotionals are ava...

Are you walking in dirty clothes when fine linen awaits you? The blood of Jesus cleanses our spiritual hearing, strengthens our hands for God's work, and enables us to walk in high places with Him. What area of your life needs His cleansing power today?

Are you living with purpose or just going through the motions? There's a crucial difference between understanding your mission and catching God's vision for your life. When we lack vision, we experience effort without outcome and risk burnout. What if God has a vision for you beyond anything you can imagine? Discover how to move from the fringes to the center of your faith journey.

What if the resurrection of Jesus isn't just about your future, but completely transforms how you live today? Discover how Easter's reality gives you victory over your greatest fears, purpose in your daily work, and a citizenship that changes everything. Are you living like someone who believes death has lost its sting?

The encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well demonstrates how God breaks social barriers to reach individuals. Through a simple request for water, Jesus initiated a transformative conversation that revealed his divine nature and the woman's deepest needs. Despite knowing her complicated past, Jesus offered grace and living water that would forever satisfy her spiritual thirs...

Jesus's entry into Jerusalem during Passover was filled with powerful symbolism and misunderstood expectations. While the crowds welcomed him with palm branches and shouts of Hosanna, hoping for political liberation, Jesus came with a different purpose. He rode a donkey symbolizing peace, wept over Jerusalem's misunderstanding, and positioned himself as the ultimate Passover lamb. His miss...

Feeling distant from God? Here's the truth: He never moved - we did. Discover how to experience the intimate, personal relationship Jesus desires to have with you. This week, Pastor Curt shows us the Jesus who is close to us and wants us to be close to Him. Beyond religion, beyond routine - this is about real connection with the One who knows you by name.