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The Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 13Concluding our "EPIC" summer series with today's sermon on Mordecai, the guide.
Guides are necessary to join God's epic story. Are you serving as a guide? Modeling a right perspective and right action, inviting others to find their place in God's story? Are you listening?
2020-08-3149 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk.12In this second-to-last week of our Epic series, we've been talking about the life of Esther and more specifically, the phrase "such a time as this."
How do you view where/when/how God has placed you in the world? What if you saw every thing you do, every circumstance you face, as having been put somewhere "for such a time as this?" Are you prepared to seize your moment(s)?
Bryan, Mara, and Paul talk about what it looks like for both leaders and laity in our faith community to "bend toward God." To l...
2020-08-2744 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 12Esther is, in many ways, faced with the same issue as King David: Things aren't going as expected, and not only are the Israelites in exile, there are individuals seeking their destruction.
Esther finds herself in a position of influence. She must carefully navigate her position to protect God's people, and rely on the counsel of others. But ultimately, she must seize the opportunity she's been given. We too must recognize our own opportunities in the midst of ad lib.
2020-08-2347 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk.11Paul, Mara, and Bryan discuss last week's sermon re: Daniel in today's series discussion.
2020-08-1941 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 11Israel is still in exile, though we're several years past the days of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Once again persecution comes because Daniel will not go with the flow. He refuses to worship the king, and openly worships God. He's led to the lion's den, and once again God intercedes.
The point of the story is this: whether God intercedes or not, we will worship only God.
2020-08-1757 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk.10In the sermon Sunday August 9, we talked a little about "Rack, Shack, and Benny" (a.k.a. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego), and their part in God's epic story. Today, Pastors Josh, Mara, and Paul discuss ways the time we're living in now mirrors some of this time period when the Israelites were in exile.
What does it look like to live faithfully in exile? How can we intentionally seek the welfare of the community we're living in? Is there a balance between blending in and standing out? Because the truth is, exile isn't bad--it's good. It's refining...
2020-08-1636 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt.10A portion of Israel is in exile, and Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego are faced with a challenge: bow to the image of the king or get thrown into a fiery furnace. They refuse, but are unharmed by the flames, and they're joined by one who looks like the Son of God.
We learn two powerful things in this story: 1) Never worship powers other than God. Participate as God leads, but never bow down. And, 2) Never go with the flow in the ad lib. Our convictions should keep us from floating downstream.
2020-08-0957 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk.9This summer we've been tracking the Israelites in their journey from Egypt to the Promised Land, and seeing how they've come to rely on God throughout this epic adventure. At this point in the story, David has killed a giant, been anointed by Samuel to be the next king, and has ended up in Saul's inner circle. But despite his innocence and a history of doing right, David lands on the opposite of Saul's good side.
Time and again, David had the opportunity to kill Saul, but didn't. Meanwhile Saul pursued David, and in doing so lost...
2020-08-0531 min
The Well Church of the NazareneOne Day Revival w/ Nelson PerdueDr. Nelson Perdue joins us for a special, one day revival service.
2020-08-0358 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk. 8Josh, Mara, and Paul chat about David & Goliath in this week's series discussion.
2020-07-2936 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 8We referenced the story of David and Goliath in our "Go" series, but here we're going to focus even more on the weapons we choose. David fought as he was gifted. God equips us as he needs us.
Imagine a cello playing picking up his instrument and trying to produce music by blowing on end end. Or a flutist, who bangs her instruments against the floor to create rhythm. Would a drum play pick up his instrument and try to play it with a bow? They could try, but the result would be unrecognizable. However, w...
2020-07-2652 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk.7Bryan's back with us this week, Paul's returned from vacation, and in this week's series discussion, Bryan, Paul, and Mara continue our ongoing conversation regarding God's epic story. This past Sunday (July 19), we talked about the anointing of David. This afternoon, we're digging deeper into the behind-the-scenes of Samuel's decision and how we can apply what we're learning from this story to our circumstances present-day.
David was such an unlikely choice for king, no one even considered he'd be part of God's plan. He wasn't even presented to Samuel as an option! Each of Jesse's s...
2020-07-2239 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 7God has rejected King Saul because of his disobedience, and Samuel is called to appoint the successor. God leads him to the sons of Jesse, of which He chooses the youngest. God saw something within David--his heart.
In keeping with our musical analogy in this series, we're going to talk about another fundamental part of music--expression. Music is more than a science. It reaches into our emotions. It must be played with proper feeling. God wants his people to have the right expression, and not just go through the motions of a song. Action is important. But...
2020-07-2055 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk. 6Josh, Mara, and guest Bryan Knurek dig deeper into Gideon's story featured in week six of our Epic series (July 12). When--if ever--is it okay to put God to the test? Or rather, how do we know the will of God? Most people don't get a physical sign when seeking God's will the way Gideon did, so, practically speaking, what are some ways God affirms His will in our lives?
When we're discerning the will of God in our lives, we like to think of big decisions, big moments, and we often find ourselves looking for THE moment...
2020-07-1934 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 6During the time of Judges (between Joshua and King Saul), there was a familiar cycle: God blessed, the people rebelled, God sent oppression, the people cried out, God sent a deliver, God blessed. Gideon--another unlikely hero--was one of those deliverers. God called him to move--to do the impossible--and Gideon was willing to destroy the foreign idols even though he still had questions.
Will YOU allow God to conduct your life?
2020-07-1257 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk. 5This summer, we're tracking the Israelites from slavery to their time in the wilderness, then their journey into the Promised Land. In June, we talked about looking at things from God's perspective, and now we're taking things a step further and discussing how God calls us to action.
Joshua was called to action in an unusual way, and we see this with the fall of Jericho. We might think our circumstances are impossible, but God often forces us to reimagine things from His perspective, to acknowledge His timing. What does it mean to be actively waiting in...
2020-07-0838 min
The Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - Weapons for Battle, Wk. 8In this Bible Study series, we're taking an in-depth look at the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-18, and discussing the tools we can use to accomplish God's mission to invite, include, and train others while facing the battle within ourselves.
This week's focus is on prayer. Prayer begins with the Spirit--it's not just a habit, or the repeating of words. It's not just a "sometimes" thing. It's a relationship. We're all called to be prayer warriors--to be engaged in the battle, keeping our guard up.
And one final note as we conclude this series...
2020-07-0811 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 5Israel arrives at the fortified city of Jericho to find the gates are shut tight, but God delivers the city through unusual means: seven days of marching around the city.
God calls us to action. Oftentimes, it's not as we expect. We are called to forgive when it seems more natural to attack. We are called to give when we feel like holding back. We are called to rest when we feel the need to produce.
Are you moving with God's rhythm?
2020-07-0648 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 4The Israelites finally enter into the Promised Land, not with Moses, but with Joshua--an unlikely hero in his own right. He's a freed slave who doesn't have the formal training of Moses, and yet he's the one who leads Israel home. Interestingly, the priests do not cross on dry ground, like in the crossing of the Red Sea. God requires they get their feet wet this time.
Perhaps this is a requirement of maturity. As we mature in our faith, God will not always part the water completely before us; instead, we will have to walk by...
2020-07-021h 14The Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, wk. 4Pastors Paul, Mara, and Josh talk about what it means to be good followers and how that relates to finding our place in God's epic story. Being good followers requires good leadership, and good leaders need to be good followers. We all have a calling (and a responsibility) to lead others to Christ. How can we follow the example of the priests (leaders) who stood in the Jordan River as the people crossed?
After the Israelites entered the Promised Land, they were instructed to assemble memorial stones and to use them to remind future generations of all...
2020-07-0132 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWeapons for Battle, Week 7In this Bible Study series, we're taking an in-depth look at the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-18, and discussing the tools we can use to accomplish God's mission to invite, include, and train others while facing the battle within ourselves.
Today's focus is on the Sword of the Spirit (the Word of God), which is both an offensive and defensive tool we can use in our spiritual battles. Unfortunately, the Bible is often used inappropriately as a weapon to judge and/or discriminate against others, when it should be used as a means of grace. It...
2020-06-3015 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk. 3Pastors David, Paul, and Mara discuss this week's passage, Joshua 2:1-15, where we learn Rahab's story, and the risks she was willing to make for a God she didn't know. Rahab became an unlikely hero in God's epic adventure.
We are called to live epic lives. If we move with Him in trust and faith, adjusting our perspective and taking risks, we can experience all God has for us. But how do we do this in a risk-averse culture that fears failure more and more?
Playing it safe runs counter to living like Jesus. How...
2020-06-2443 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWeapons for Battle, Week 6In this Bible Study series, we're taking an in-depth look at the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-18, and discussing the tools we can use to accomplish God's mission to invite, include, and train others while facing the battle within ourselves.
Today's focus is on the Helmet of Salvation. The mind can play tricks on us, sometimes making us think or worry about things that aren't true. Salvation reorients our mind, reminding us that we are saved for something more. To don the helmet of salvation is to be aware of all God has done for us...
2020-06-2411 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 3Israel has wandered in the wilderness for 40 years and are once again being led into the Promised Land. And once again there are spies in the land, who find shelter in the home of Rahab, a prostitute.
Rahab is an unlikely interloper in God's epic story, yet she finds a significant place in the story. She is listed in the Hall of Faith in Hebrews, and is included in the genealogy of Jesus. We see this over and over in the ministry of Jesus--he invites unlikely heroes.
Perhaps you feel "less than." Here's the good...
2020-06-2159 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Epic, Wk. 2We're now two weeks into our Epic series, exploring the story of God interacting and moving amongst His people, and how His working in and through them was (and is) truly epic! What we're learning is that God is inviting us to be part of His adventure, His story...but playing our part requires having the right perspective.
What does it mean to have the right perspective? Because, in the circumstances of our culture today, perspective matters. It can either propel us forward or hold us back. But following Jesus means we have "skin in the game."...
2020-06-1744 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - Weapons for Battle, Wk. 5In this Bible Study series, we're taking an in-depth look at the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-18, and discussing the tools we can use to accomplish God's mission to invite, include, and train others while facing the battle within ourselves.
Today's focus is on verse 16, where Paul urges the Church to take up the Shield of Faith. We are in the midst of a spiritual battle, and we all need to be warriors against the enemy's attack, pushing our way forward toward Jesus. It is evident that we live in a broken world. When we begin...
2020-06-1615 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 2God has Moses send out twelve spies to report on the Promised Land. Ten come back with negative reports, two spies--Joshua & Caleb--come back with positive reports. Each report was shaped by each spies' perspective.
Israel decided not to take the land because of the negative reports, so God caused them to wander in the wilderness for 40 years. There is grace even in this wandering, because God stays with them and provides.
This is good news for all of us who have failed to fully follow God because of a faulty perspective. God does not give...
2020-06-1550 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - Weapons for Battle, Wk. 4In this Bible Study series, we're taking an in-depth look at the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-18, and discussing the tools we can use to accomplish God's mission to invite, include, and train others while facing the battle within ourselves.
Today's focus is on the Gospel of Peace. Jesus talks about the good news of God's kingdom, which does not come by force or through power, but through grace, love, submission, and sacrifice.
2020-06-0913 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Epic, pt. 1We long to be part of something grand--something epic. The Bible draws us into God's epic story of healing humankind, and the story of the Exodus--from slavery to the Promised Land--is one of those stories.
God gave Moses the Ten Commandments and the rest of the law, including detailed plans for a tabernacle. This tabernacle would represent the presence of God to the people of Israel. It gave them direction. In following the tabernacle, Israel joined God's epic story.
We don't have a physical tabernacle, but we have been invited to follow as well. Our...
2020-06-0753 min
The Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Go, wk. 5If you've not yet watched or listened to any of our series discussions, this is one you don't want to miss. Josh, Paul, and Mara recap our May series, Go, in which we've studied the Great Commission and how we're called to be the Church--a people pursuing the mission of God. How can we apply what we've learned this past month to what's happening in our world today?
God has invited us to join Him in His work. When we engage ourselves in the mission, He is working in and through us. The Holy Spirit unites God's...
2020-06-0349 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - Weapons for Battle, Wk. 3In this Bible Study series, we're taking an in-depth look at the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-18, and discussing the tools we can use to accomplish God's mission to invite, include, and train others while facing the battle within ourselves.
Today's focus is on the Breastplate of Righteousness, which protects the most vulnerable parts of us by living right with God and toward others, and doing the things we know we should do.
2020-06-0210 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Go, pt. 5This is the last week in our "Go" series, where we've been studying the Early Church and the Great Commission, emphasizing an old truth: Church is not a building or a time, but a people pursuing the mission of God.
We were created to share life together; we need each other. And in light of this week's events, it is important to note that God's mission includes racial reconciliation. We are called to be part of the solution, not simply resist being part of the problem. It's not an easy call, and oftentimes we don't know where...
2020-06-0145 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Go, wk. 4We're picking up where we left off in the story of the Early Church, continuing our ongoing discussion about the role of Christ-followers in the Great Commission. This week the focus is on Philippians 4:4-13, and what contentment may have looked like in Paul's day, as well as today. The path to being content is not always an easy one to follow--especially in these days of social media influence. It requires focus. Intentionality. And often, community. Thankfully, we can do all things through Him, and in his strength. How can you learn to be content, and model that contentment...
2020-05-2744 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - Weapons for Battle, Wk. 2In this Bible Study series, we're taking an in-depth look at the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-18, and discussing the tools we can use to accomplish God's mission to invite, include, and train others while facing the battle within ourselves. Today's focus is on the Belt of Truth and its role in protecting us from the lies that might keep us from our mission.
2020-05-2612 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Go, pt. 4Backup plans are the reality of life. Unforeseen circumstances affect our lives more so than our planning. How do we pursue God's mission when things go contrary to our plans?
Contentment is rare in our world. But in his letter to the Philippians, the apostle Paul urges the Church to seek contentment that's not based on circumstances, but rather a focus on better things. Contentment does not mean the absence of sorrow or pain. Contentment means that in our sorrow and pain, we will choose to focus on something good. We can lean into God. We can...
2020-05-2545 min
The Well Church of the NazareneNaz Chat w/ Lauren WoolumPastor Paul chats with Lauren Woolum, a graduate of Marysville High School and Kent State University. In her college years, Lauren experienced a transition in her faith, from viewing salvation as a get-out-of-hell free card, to learning what it really means to be a follower of Jesus and pursue his mission. She teaches part-time at Kent State, dabbles in woodworking, and attends and works at a college-based church called H2O, where she first felt the call to campus ministry.
You can support Lauren by praying for her ministry at H2O and its students, or by...
2020-05-2313 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Go, wk. 3Our scripture this week is from one of Paul's letters to the church of Ephesus, where he continues to guide and disciple them, encouraging them to keep going with The Great Commission. There are many ways you can engage in conversation around this passage, and we encourage you to take our discussion example and intentionally examine scripture and share your observations with others.
Pastors Mara, Paul, and Josh share their thoughts on Ephesians 6:10-18, with an emphasis on verses 12 and 18. This "battle" we're facing isn't against others. It's against the darkness within ourselves. But unfortunately, we often...
2020-05-2044 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - Weapons for Battle, Wk. 1In this Bible Study series, we're taking an in-depth look at the Armor of God from Ephesians 6:10-18. The weapons Paul talks about in this passage are tools we can use to accomplish God's mission to invite, include, and train others, and we'll be discussing these in depth over the next several weeks.
This week, the focus is Ephesians 6:12, "For our struggle is not against flesh and blood..." The "battle" we're facing is not a battle against people. If our "weapons" are used against others, we're living contrary to the mission. Our mission is people.
2020-05-1915 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Go, pt. 3"Go" - Week 3: Finding our mission in His Power.
Church is not a time, but a people pursuing the mission of God. We are called to invite, include, and train others. Our mission is people. If we view others as the enemy, we're living contrary to His mission. Therefore, we need to choose the right weapons for battle--the offensive and defensive tools we need to fight darkness and accomplish this mission...together.
2020-05-1947 minThe Well Church of the NazareneNaz Chat w/ Jim CarseyPastor Paul and Jim Carsey talk about the days before and after World War II; the memory of his loving wife, Evelyn; and a history of God's unfailing provision over his life at home, in his 32 years of work for General Motors, and in his service to the church.
2020-05-1521 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Go, wk. 2Josh, Paul and Mara discuss Acts 2:1-12 and the days leading up to Pentecost, when the disciples were in a waiting period between the resurrection and Christ's ascension. There are many unseen/unnamed people (men and women) who are significant in this story, which brings home the point that the Gospel is for everyone. But how do you explain the personhood, presence, and power of the Holy Spirit? How can we, as Christians, find our identity in relationship with God, as well as maturity in our faith, through the Holy Spirit?
We hope you enjoy these discussions...
2020-05-1344 min
The Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - The Lord's Prayer, pt. 6A journey through The Lord's Prayer - Week Six. This is our last week studying The Lord's Prayer, bringing our focus to its closing: "For Yours is the Kingdom..."
2020-05-1206 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Go, pt. 2"Go" - Week 2: Finding our mission in His Spirit.
The routines of our lives have shifted because of COVID-19, which allows us the opportunity to reevaluate what is important--in our personal lives and in our church. One thing we've experienced through this pandemic is that Church is not a building or a time, but a people pursuing the mission of God. We love our gatherings, and long for the day when people are back in the building with us for worship. But the effectiveness of His mission grows exponentially when we see our goings as important as...
2020-05-1151 minThe Well Church of the NazareneNaz Chat w/ Our 6th GradersIn this week's Naz Chat, Mara talks quarantine life, favorite church memories, and Mother's Day with a couple of our 6th graders, Richard and Andrew.
2020-05-0811 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - The Lord's Prayer, pt. 5A journey through The Lord's Prayer. This week, we're focusing on "Lead us..."
2020-05-0514 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Go, pt. 1Launching a brand new series in worship this morning. "Go" is a 5-week exploration on The Early Church. This week, we're talking the Great Commission and what "going" means for Christians--even in the midst of a global pandemic.
2020-05-0345 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Go, wk. 1Mara, Paul, and Josh discuss the new series we're starting at MaryNaz this week. "Go" is a 5-week exploration of The Early Church and the mission we're called to both as individuals and as a church. (Matthew 28:16-19)
2020-05-0244 minThe Well Church of the NazareneNaz Chat w/ Jevon KnoxPastor Paul and Jevon Knox talk faith, family, basketball, and the future.
2020-04-3011 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - The Lord's Prayer, pt. 4A journey through the Lord's Prayer. This week's segment focuses on forgiveness.
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The Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Level Up, pt. 4Livestream (via Facebook) service, as we wrap up our "Level Up" series with the story of two men who encountered Jesus on the road to Emmaus. (Luke 24:13-35).
2020-04-2723 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Level Up, wk. 4Mara, Paul, and Josh discuss the fourth (and final) week in our Level Up series: two men on the road to Emmaus. (Luke 24:13-35)
2020-04-2545 minThe Well Church of the NazareneNaz Chat w/ the Class of 2020Pastor Josh meets with four representatives from the Class of 2020 (Joseph, Spencer, Cambrie, and Leanne) to discuss their future plans, their favorite youth group memories (a.k.a roasting their youth pastor), COVID-related heartbreaks (missing the "lasts" of their senior year), and reflecting on the relationships built over the past 6 years.
2020-04-2425 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - The Lord's Prayer, pt. 3A journey through the Lord's Prayer.
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The Well Church of the Nazarene"Holy Highlights" from April 19, 2020Pastors Paul Mills (Marysville Nazarene) and Jeff Schooley (First Presbyterian Church - Marysville) discuss the Level Up, Week Three sermon at the Naz.
2020-04-2127 minThe Well Church of the NazareneWorship - Level Up, pt. 3Livestream (via Facebook) service, as we continue to bring worship home to our congregation & community during quarantine.
Scripture: John 20:1-9-20, 24-29
2020-04-1938 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Level Up, wk. 3Josh, Paul, and Mara discuss Week Three of the Level Up series.
2020-04-1943 minThe Well Church of the NazareneNaz Chat w/ Todd GatesPastor Paul and Todd Gates chat about football, family, and faith in this week's edition of Naz Chats.
2020-04-1633 min2020-04-1540 minThe Well Church of the Nazarene"Holy Highlights" from April 12, 2020 (Easter)Pastors Paul Mills (Marysville Nazarene) and Jeff Schooley (First Presbyterian Church - Marysville) discuss the 2020 Easter sermon at the Naz via Zoom meeting.
2020-04-1538 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - The Lord's Prayer, pt. 2A Journey through the Lord's Prayer - Week Two (April 15, 2020).
2020-04-1415 minThe Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Level Up, wk. 2Paul, Mara and Josh discuss Matthew 28:1-10 in week 2 of Level Up.
2020-04-1441 minThe Well Church of the NazareneBible Study - The Lord's Prayer, pt. 1A Journey through the Lord's Prayer - Week One (April 8, 2020).
2020-04-0819 min2020-04-0738 minThe Well Church of the Nazarene"Holy Highlights" from April 5, 2020Paul and Jeff Discuss sermon and podcast from the week of April 5th
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The Well Church of the NazareneSeries Discussion - Revealed, wk. 5Paul and Mara discuss Luke 7:36-50.
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