Wray Church of the Nazarene

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.

Living boldly as a Christian means moving beyond a private, hidden faith to one that actively engages with the world. Many believers hide their faith due to fear, comfort-seeking, or avoiding conflict. However, Jesus calls His followers to be both salt and light in the world - preserving goodness and illuminating darkness. Through intentional actions, speaking about faith when opportunities arise,...

Are you quick to judge others while overlooking your own faults? 🤔 Discover how Jesus masterfully balanced truth and grace when faced with an impossible situation. A powerful message about transformation through grace rather than condemnation.

What's the real cost of following Jesus? It's more than Sunday attendance - it's about complete transformation. Are you ready to move beyond comfortable Christianity? Discover what authentic faith looks like in a self-focused world.

What if the comfortable Christianity you're living isn't what Jesus actually called you to? Discover the challenging but life-changing difference between settling for comfort and embracing true discipleship. Are you ready to let go of what's holding you back?

Feeling spiritually dry? You're not alone. Discover how to find God when He feels distant and your faith feels dim. What if your spiritual drought could become the catalyst for deeper faith?

Want to move beyond surface-level faith? Spiritual disciplines aren't about religious duty - they're your pathway to genuine transformation. Discover how small, consistent steps can lead to profound spiritual growth. Ready to take your first step?

Could your current challenges be opportunities for growth? Discover how God's discipline isn't punishment, but a powerful expression of His love that transforms our lives. Ready to see your spiritual challenges in a new light? Connect with us! https://linktr.ee/wraynaz

Happiness is based on circumstances—it comes and goes. Joy, on the other hand, is not dependent on what’s happening around us. It is rooted in God’s presence and promises. We must decide: will we allow circumstances to dictate our emotions, or will we choose the joy of the Lord?

Are past hurts and regrets still controlling your present? Discover how to break free from the chains of your past and step into the freedom God has for you. Your story isn't over - it's just beginning.

Are you living the life you were created for? God designed you with unique talents, passions, and experiences - nothing about you is random. Discover how to unlock your divine purpose and live with eternal significance. Your masterpiece story is waiting to unfold.

Are you exhausted from trying to earn God's approval? There's a better way! Discover how shifting from striving to abiding can transform your spiritual journey from exhaustion to peace. Stop swinging a dull axe and learn the secret to genuine spiritual fruit.

Are the thoughts in your mind holding you captive or setting you free? 🤔 Discover how to break free from limiting beliefs and experience the freedom of God's truth. Your mind is the battleground - whose voice are you listening to?

We begin this new series into a new year and begin this at the point all things in our relationship with God should begin - with a new heart.

This four-week series digs deep into Psalm 91, exploring God as our refuge and how his presence—a very safe place in times of trouble—is available for believers to run to when they face the storms of life. This week we study verse 9-13 which serve as a reminder of these great and powerful promises of God! Don't skip the reminder! We revisit the importance of where we "dwell" and how...

This four-week series digs deep into Psalm 91, exploring God as our refuge and how his presence—a very safe place in times of trouble—is available for believers to run to when they face the storms of life. In week 2, we look closer at verses 5-8 of Psalm 91 with verses 1-4 giving us the foundation to realize that in relationship with God, we can have a a true and right perspective of all we face a...

This four-week series digs deep into Psalm 91, exploring God as our refuge and how his presence—a very safe place in times of trouble—is available for believers to run to when they face the storms of life. In week 1, we look close at verses 1-4 and discover that it is important where we dwell and when we "dwell in the shelter of the Most High", we find true peace.

Our District Superintendent challenged us to have open ears, hearts and minds to the call of God that is still calling us today. Are we listening? The text is 1 Samual:3

This multi-week series explores the truth that Paul told his protégé Timothy. Through understanding Timothy’s faithful heritage, conviction of doctrinal truth, scriptural integrity, and willingness to go against worldliness, Paul reveals how Timothy is strong and faithful to God. In our final week of this series from 2 Timothy, Paul challenges Timothy and us to finish well and be able to say wit...