Discovering Jesus with FirstNaz Zephyrhills
Discovering Jesus with FirstNaz Zephyrhills and Pastor Nick Deford
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Discovering Jesus with FirstNaz Zephyrhills and Pastor Nick Deford
▶ WebplayerSermons, Seminars, Classes, Q&A's, and Discussions from Pastor Nick Deford and others who join at First Nazarene Church in Zephyrhills Florida. We talk about Jesus-Who he was, is and what he is doing. We look at how that intersects us where we are and what he is calling us to do as we work alongside him.
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Sep 27, 2026 · 43:54
When the whole world bows, what does it cost to stay standing? In this message, we dive into Daniel 3 — the story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego facing Nebuchadnezzar's…
Sep 20, 2026 · 32:38
Nebuchadnezzar has a dream that terrifies him — and when his own advisors can't tell him what it even was, it takes a young exile named Daniel to reveal both the dream and what…
Sep 13, 2026 · 33:53
Daniel was a teenager ripped from everything he knew — his home destroyed, his name changed, his identity under attack by the most powerful empire on earth. So how did he end up…
Sep 6, 2026 · 42:29
Have you ever felt like you were drowning beneath the surface, longing for help but too afraid to ask? In this powerful message, Pastor Nick shares a personal near-drowning…
Aug 30, 2026 · 43:38
God's grace is a profound and unmerited gift, a reflection of His very nature, freely given to us even when we deserve death for our transgressions. This divine favor is revealed…
Aug 24, 2026 · 59:16
Every day you receive grace from God. Grace is the favor or gifts we receive from Him that not only get us through each day but truly equip us with every good thing we need. God…
Aug 16, 2026 · 48:02
In this powerful message, Pastor Nick wraps up the “He’s Coming Back” series by focusing on the Great Commission as the church’s essential, non-optional mission. Tracing the…
Aug 9, 2026 · 40:06
Are you on the narrow path that leads to life, or are you drifting along the wide road that leads to destruction? In this powerful message, Pastor Nick explores the reality of…
Aug 2, 2026 · 37:23
The sermon points to the Bible’s “end goal” as not simply Christians leaving earth to go to heaven, but Jesus returning to renew creation—bringing “new heavens and a new earth”…
Jul 26, 2026 · 42:32
Paul’s letters to the Thessalonian church were written to reassure believers who were shaken by persecution and confused about what happens when Jesus returns—especially worried…
Jul 12, 2026 · 46:13
🌟 Wait! I'm Coming Back for You! 🌟 Join us for an uplifting and transformative message from our sermon series, "He's Coming Back." In this powerful sermon, Nick delves into the…
Jul 5, 2026 · 40:28
What if the fire you once had for Jesus has quietly burned down to embers? Pastor Nick unpacks Christ's sobering letter to the church of Ephesus in Revelation 2—a congregation…
Jun 28, 2026 · 45:02
What if the very road God sends you down looks like a dead end—a desert path with no clear destination? In Acts 8:25–40, Philip demonstrates radical, Spirit-led obedience when an…
Jun 21, 2026 · 49:44
What if the very people meant to welcome others into faith have instead become the gatekeepers keeping them out? Pastor Nick delivered a powerful message rooted in Acts 15, where…
Jun 14, 2026 · 43:48
What happens when a young pastor faces an impossible city? Pastor Nick paints the vivid backdrop of ancient Ephesus—a place where demon-possessed men beat seven exorcists bloody…
Jun 7, 2026 · 41:50
What happens when the very foundations of faith clash with the powers that demand silence? Pastor Nick opens Acts 5 with a stunning scene—apostles imprisoned for healing in…
May 31, 2026 · 44:39
What if the chains you can't see are stronger than the ones you can? Paul and Silas sang hymns in a Roman dungeon while prisoners listened—their freedom wasn't from open doors…
May 24, 2026 · 41:26
What if your "church face" might actually be testing God's patience? When Ananias and Sapphira sold property and lied about their donation to the early church, they weren't…
May 17, 2026 · 57:13
What if God is calling you to step into something bigger than what you've been ignoring? In Acts 10, Pastor Nick reveals a stunning truth: while a God-fearing Roman centurion…
May 10, 2026 · 41:36
Ever wondered why God seems to use ordinary people in extraordinary ways? Nick reveals how Paul spent about 11 years faithfully ministering in obscurity before Barnabas arrived…
May 3, 2026 · 45:29
Can you imagine carrying murderous rage so deep it drives every breath you take? Saul was breathing threats of death against Christians when a blinding light stopped him…
Apr 26, 2026 · 49:29
What happens when a gentle Christian leader becomes so powerfully filled with the Holy Spirit that religious authorities can't resist his wisdom? Pastor Nick reveals the…
Apr 19, 2026 · 47:26
What if the Holy Spirit is stirring something deeper in your soul than just Sunday morning religion? Three thousand souls were "acutely distressed" by Peter's Pentecost…
Apr 12, 2026 · 32:19
What if God's greatest mission for your life is waiting just beyond your doubt? Pastor Nick reveals how the risen Christ spent 40 deliberate days equipping his disciples—not just…
Apr 5, 2026 · 43:36
What if the empty tomb isn't just history but your personal invitation to stop seeking life in places of death? Pastor Nick shares how the women found angels declaring Christ's…
Mar 30, 2026 · 47:44
Mar 23, 2026 · 39:01
What if Jesus's victory tour through hell holds the key to your breakthrough? Pastor Nick unpacks a fascinating passage most preachers skip—revealing how Christ's descent into…
Mar 15, 2026 · 25:23
Have you ever wondered what really happened in Jesus's final hours? Through the haunting narrative of Christ's crucifixion, Pastor Nick reveals how a hardened Roman centurion's…
Mar 8, 2026 · 35:40
Have you ever caught yourself hiding your faith when the pressure's on? In Matthew 26, we witness Peter's gut-wrenching denial of Jesus—a powerful reminder that even the boldest…
Mar 1, 2026 · 39:10
Have you ever felt crushed under life's unbearable weight? In Mark 14, we witness Jesus in his darkest hour at Gethsemane—the place of pressing—where he faces betrayal,…
Feb 22, 2026 · 43:59
Have you ever wondered what it truly means to be in partnership with God? Pastor Nick explores this profound question through the lens of Jesus's last Passover meal, where…
Feb 15, 2026 · 37:39
Have you ever wondered what drives someone to pour out their most precious possession as an act of devotion? In this powerful message, Pastor Nick explores a pivotal moment in…
Feb 9, 2026 · 39:16
What if the gates of hell themselves could become ground zero for God's greatest victories? In Mark 8, Pastor Nick takes us to Caesarea Philippi—a dark place of pagan worship and…
Jan 25, 2026 · 31:46
Jan 18, 2026 · 42:21
Jesus—filled with the Holy Spirit, armed with Scripture, and strengthened through 40 days of fasting—confronts Satan at His physically weakest yet spiritually strongest moment.…
Jan 12, 2026 · 36:17
Have you ever wondered what sets true faith apart from mere human invention? Pastor Nick takes us on a compelling journey through history, contrasting manufactured religions with…
Jan 5, 2026 · 34:29
Have you ever wondered what treasures lie within the pages of God's Word? Pastor Nick shares a powerful encounter from Jesus' youth—when his parents frantically searched…
Dec 29, 2025 · 43:17
Have you ever wondered how God works through life's unexpected detours? In Matthew 2, we witness an extraordinary journey of faith as Joseph and Mary flee to Egypt with baby…
Dec 22, 2025 · 45:44
What does it mean to truly embrace Jesus beyond the manger? Pastor Nick challenges us to consider Simeon's profound encounter with the infant Christ—a moment that revealed both…
Dec 14, 2025 · 37:14
What does it truly mean to make room for Jesus in our lives? In a powerful exploration of Luke 2:6-7, Pastor Nick unveils how God's perfect timing orchestrated Christ's birth…
Dec 7, 2025 · 31:04
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to witness a miracle unfold? Pastor Kendall takes us on a captivating journey through Luke's Gospel, where two impossible pregnancies…
Nov 30, 2025 · 39:38
Have you ever felt God's silence in your life? In Luke's Gospel, we meet Zechariah—a faithful priest serving in God's temple after 400 years of divine silence. Pastor Nick…
Nov 24, 2025 · 39:13
In his message about rediscovering spiritual vitality, Pastor challenges believers to break free from religious routine and embrace the vibrant joy of salvation. Drawing from…
Nov 16, 2025 · 36:21
In a powerful exploration of Isaiah's prophecy, Pastor Nick unveils the profound sacrifice of Jesus Christ with heart-wrenching clarity. Through vivid descriptions of Christ's…
Nov 10, 2025 · 54:14
What happens when God's appointed leaders abdicate their authority? Through the dramatic story of Ahab, Jezebel, and Jehu, Pastor Nick illuminated how one weak king's failure to…
Nov 3, 2025 · 50:04
What if our deepest struggles are actually God's refining fire? In a message exploring the life of David, Pastor Nick reveals how this "man after God's own heart" was shaped…
Oct 27, 2025 · 30:35
What does true leadership look like in God's eyes? In this message, Guest Preacher Rob Nemeth unpacks the cautionary tale of King Saul to reveal striking parallels between…
Oct 19, 2025 · 42:42
What if the most powerful weapon against oppression isn't a sword, but a reminder of God's faithfulness? In Pastor Nick's compelling exploration of Judges 3, we meet Ehud, a…
Oct 12, 2025 · 57:14
What if the choices we make in secret could shape the destiny of an entire community? In this powerful message, Pastor Nick delves into the story of Achan from Joshua 7,…
Oct 5, 2025 · 39:19
In an exploration of God's faithfulness and human frailty, Pastor Nick delves into Ezekiel 20 to reveal how Israel's wilderness journey mirrors our own spiritual walk. Drawing…
Sep 28, 2025 · 45:35
What does it take to strip away decades of cultural conditioning and emerge as the person God truly intended? In a powerful message, Pastor Nick delves into Moses' transformative…
Sep 22, 2025 · 43:47
What happens in a pit can prepare us for a palace. In this powerful message, Pastor Nick unpacks the remarkable story of Joseph, revealing how God works through seasons of…
Sep 15, 2025 · 33:43
Have you ever wrestled with God over a promise you made but never kept? Pastor Nick delves into Jacob's transformative encounter at the Jabbok River—where a night of wrestling…
Sep 7, 2025 · 31:56
The Akedah--The Binding of Isaac. Have you ever wondered what it truly means to sacrifice everything for God? Through the gripping story of Abraham and Isaac, Pastor Nick unveils…
Aug 31, 2025 · 45:20
Have you ever felt God calling you to leave behind the familiar and step into the unknown? Pastor Nick shares how Abraham's journey of faith speaks to our lives today. Through…
Aug 25, 2025 · 37:37
Have you ever wondered how a devastating flood could reveal God's heart of redemption? Have you ever wondered who the Nephilim were or why we have rainbows? In this powerful…
Aug 18, 2025 · 34:49
What happens when the perfect image of God becomes tarnished by sin? In this powerful message, Pastor Nick takes us back to the Garden of Eden, exploring the profound moment when…
Aug 10, 2025 · 42:17
Have you ever pondered the profound truth that creation itself was spoken into existence by the very Word of God? In his latest sermon, Pastor Nick ushers us into a deeper…
Aug 3, 2025 · 37:06
Have you ever felt like you're standing at a crossroads, faced with the profound question: "Do I truly recognize God's love for me?" In this inspiring sermon, Pastor Nick…
Jul 27, 2025 · 42:28
Have you ever thought about how easy it can be to stray from God's path, even if we start with good intentions? In this sermon, Pastor Nick dives deep into the story of Balaam…
Jul 20, 2025 · 29:44
Are you ready to uncover the truth about the spiritual battle raging around us? In today's powerful message, Pastor Nick delved into the steadfast faith of Daniel amidst his…
Jul 13, 2025 · 35:22
Have you ever stood beneath a starry sky and felt utterly small yet deeply significant at the same time? In Pastor Gail's inspiring sermon, she takes us back to the very…
Jul 6, 2025 · 46:40
Are you ready to answer the call that God has placed on your life? In a heartfelt message drawn from Acts 13, Pastor Dave highlights the pivotal moment when the church in Antioch…
Jun 30, 2025 · 44:30
What if you could reignite a flame of faith that had slowly dimmed in your life? In this inspiring message, Timothy shares his personal journey of how God transformed his life…
Jun 22, 2025 · 37:36
Are you ready to unlock the transformative power of prayer in your life? In this compelling sermon, Pastor Kendall emphasizes the urgent call for genuine, heartfelt communication…
Jun 15, 2025 · 40:32
Pastor Nick emphasizes the importance of prayer, beginning with the Lord's Prayer from Luke, to teach us how to communicate with God as our loving Father. He highlights that…
Jun 8, 2025 · 37:58
In this sermon, Pastor Nick delves into the pivotal moment of Pentecost as described in the Book of Acts. He highlights that the author Luke wrote this narrative not just for a…
Jun 1, 2025 · 44:07
In today's sermon, Pastor emphasizes the significance of the ascension of Jesus Christ, which marks His physical and spiritual departure from Earth into the presence of God the…
May 25, 2025 · 36:15
In today's sermon, Pastor Nick focused on the themes of leadership, commitment, and the consequences of disobedience as he explored the story of Nehemiah. He recapped how the…
May 18, 2025 · 32:41
In his sermon on Nehemiah chapter 12, Pastor Nick emphasizes the significance of worship and the concept of consecration in the life of believers. He explains that during the…
May 11, 2025 · 48:42
In this sermon, Pastor Nick discusses the call for mighty men and women of valor to rise up, particularly in the context of cities. He begins by referencing Nehemiah and the…
May 4, 2025 · 44:22
In Pastor Nick's sermon, he draws from Nehemiah chapter 10 to illustrate the importance of recognizing and repenting for our sins. He reflects on the Israelites' return from…
Apr 28, 2025 · 33:37
Apr 28, 2025 · 26:21
In his sermon based on Nehemiah chapter nine, Pastor Nick emphasized the importance of acknowledging God’s faithfulness alongside a genuine recognition of sin. He highlighted how…
Apr 21, 2025 · 42:47
In a thought-provoking Easter sermon, Pastor Nick focused on the events surrounding Jesus' crucifixion and the actions of those who sought to ensure that His teachings would not…
Apr 19, 2025 · 23:24
Apr 13, 2025 · 33:17
Apr 6, 2025 · 41:13
In his sermon, Pastor Nick dives into the often overlooked details of Nehemiah Chapter 7, highlighting its significance despite the lengthy lists of names and numbers. He…
Mar 30, 2025 · 45:49
In his sermon, Pastor Nick explores Nehemiah 6, highlighting the persistent efforts of Sanballat, Tobiah, and Gesham to undermine Nehemiah’s mission of rebuilding the walls of…
Mar 23, 2025 · 44:31
In his sermon, Pastor Nick addresses the plight of the Jewish community during a famine as depicted in the Book of Nehemiah. He emphasizes the dire economic situation where many…
Mar 16, 2025 · 29:51
Sunday School discussion after Nehemiah 3-4 sermon
Mar 16, 2025 · 41:25
Pastor Nick's sermon on Nehemiah emphasizes the importance of rebuilding and protecting our faith and community in the face of opposition. He draws parallels between the…
Mar 12, 2025 · 1:08:50
We cover 1 Cor 5 and bring up Matt 18 in the process. Check it out!
Mar 9, 2025 · 35:07
In this sermon, Pastor explores the biblical narrative of Nehemiah, focusing on the themes of leadership, prayer, and community engagement. Nehemiah’s journey begins with his…
Mar 2, 2025 · 41:28
In today's sermon, Pastor Nick dives into the Book of Nehemiah, focusing on the emotional and spiritual response of Nehemiah upon hearing distressing news about his homeland,…
Feb 23, 2025 · 43:20
To join B.L.E.S.S. Every Home, click this link: https://app.blesseveryhome.com/signup... In the final sermon of the series on Intentional Living, Pastor Nick emphasized how Jesus…
Feb 17, 2025 · 44:53
In today's sermon, Pastor Nick explores the theme of intentional living, drawing on the foundational scripture from Romans 12:1-2. He emphasizes the importance of being…
Feb 9, 2025 · 27:15
In his sermon, Pastor Nick emphasized the importance of intentional living in the Christian faith, drawing from the life of Jesus as a model for purposeful engagement with…
Feb 2, 2025 · 37:01
Pastor Nick's sermon discusses Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and his cleansing of the temple, emphasizing the temple's purpose as a place for prayer and connection with God. He…
Jan 26, 2025 · 39:21
In this sermon, Pastor Nick explores the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 18, emphasizing the importance of approaching the kingdom of heaven with the humility and innocence of a…
Jan 20, 2025 · 44:28
Pastor Nick discussed a passage from Mark 10, where Jesus rebukes his disciples for turning away children who want to come to him, emphasizing that the kingdom of God belongs to…
Jan 12, 2025 · 36:20
Welcome to today's episode of "Life at Stake," where we delve into the profound value of human life through the lens of Scripture. In this week’s message titled "Saving One," we…
Dec 29, 2024 · 41:54
In the final week of our Advent series "More Than You Can Imagine", Pastor Nick digs into Isaiah 61 to discover how we can have ultimate Joy in Christ's righteousness.…
Dec 22, 2024 · 28:00
Dec 18, 2024 · 52:49
This was a big chapter. On to the final two chapters!
Dec 15, 2024 · 29:15
We discussed something that popped up in this morning's sermon. In Ephesians 4:11, Paul tells us that Jesus gave 5 gifts for the church: Apostles, Prophets, Evangelists,…
Dec 15, 2024 · 51:04
In his sermon, Pastor Nick reflects on Deuteronomy 18, where Moses speaks of a future prophet who will arise among the Israelites. He delves into Moses' role as a mediator…
Dec 8, 2024 · 39:10
Sermon from Psalm 2 In his sermon, Nick explores the contrasting expectations that the Israelites had about the Messiah and the reality of Jesus' arrival and ministry. He…
Dec 2, 2024 · 38:15
In the sermon, Pastor delves into the story of Abraham and Sarah as outlined in Genesis 17. He emphasizes God’s promises to them, highlighting the covenant and profound…
Nov 25, 2024 · 40:46
Listen along to Pastor Kendall's sermon from Psalm 23 for this Thanksgiving week message!
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