Napoleon Church Of The Nazarene

As we wrap up our series on Ephesians 6, we conclude with the secret weapon...the thing that holds everything in together: prayer. We are reminded that pray is the greater work in all things.

When we equip ourselves with the Sword of the Spirit (Word of God), we empower ourselves to move from a place of reacting impulsively to a place of responding intentionally. Don't just simply react in life...respond, drawing strength from the Sword of the Spirit.

Put on the Helmet of Salvation to guard yourself against the enemy. Pastor Chip explains how our thoughts have far more influence on us than our circumstances and relationships do. Listen and hear how can we conquer and take thoughts captive in this crazy world.

Pastor Chip continues in our Suit Up Series in Ephesians 6 and teaches on the Shield of Faith.

As we look at the Gospel of Peace, Paul calls us to stand firm. Pastor Chip reminds us what happens when we experience peace with God: we are confidence to stand and fight...positioned well in the battle.

In our second week of "Suit Up" Pastor Ken takes us through the Breastplate of Righteousness and how, once equipped with the Belt of Truth, we guard our heart against the lies of the enemy. Satan's desire is to be like God, but we have been equipped to win.

We start off our new series, "Suit Up", teaching on the most vital part of a warriors armor; the belt. The belt held everything together, from keeping up the breastplate, to holding the sword. Without it, everything would come sliding down and you wouldn't be able to fight off the enemy affectively. That is why we so strongly need the belt of truth (knowing who God is) in our spiritual armor to fight off the lies of the enemy. Knowing who God is, is what will hold all the other pieces of our spiritual armor up!

Welcome to our new sermon series, "Suit Up". We will be going though the book of Ephesians and teaching on what it means to put on the full armor of God. The enemy is REAL and we need to be living in the realization that we fight not against flesh and blood but against spiritual forces in the heavenly realms.

We finish up our Building Blocks series with our last point in discovering our DNA of who we are; "Make a Difference". Pastor Chip points us to Ephesians, Galatians, 1 Peter, and 1 Corinthians to show us in God's Word that as believers we are to be set apart, a city on a hill spreading light, a holy nation. Together we can make a difference, using our gifts to edify one another and sharing the gospel to the world around us!

We welcome Justin Braun to teach us in this week's message of our Building Blocks series, " discovering our purpose". Our purpose and identity are not wrapped in being a mom, dad, spouse, or in our jobs. Our identity is found in being redeemed by Jesus Christ and discovering that our purpose is to follow Him and be transformed by His redeeming love for us.

We continue our series with the topic, "Find Freedom". Pastor Chip digs into the Word to pull out truths on how to break free from slavery in your life. What do you need to break free of?

Welcome to our new sermon series, "Building Blocks: the DNA of who we are". This week, Pastor Chip teaches on what it means to know God and be born again through the power of the Holy Spirit. This Christian life is about more than just being religious. It's about being radically changed by the Holy Spirit; your mind, your soul, and your heart. It's about having a new birth in Christ with new eyes to see and ears that hear. Are you open to the Holy Spirit doing a new thing in your life?

We end our "Book of James" series teaching from the end of chapter 5. Pastor Chip gives an encouraging message on confessing our to sins to one another, being healed, and the power of prayer. Be accountable to one another, pray for each other, and watch the Holy Spirit change lives!! We hope you've enjoyed the series with us in the Book of James. Join us for our next series!

Pastor Ken Behrens continues on in James chapter 5 teaching on some heavy topics. Listen in next week as we finish up our series in the Book of James.

Pastor Ken Behrens teaches on the last portion of James chapter 4 in our sermon series, "The Book of James." He gives us a few points to live by to continue living our daily lives for the Lord in full surrender to Him!

We are honored to have special guest speaker, Pastor Dwayne Mills from Martin County Kentucky come and share about a ministry the Lord had brought him to called, Appalachia Reach Out. Pastor Dwayne shares his personal testimony along with a challenge for us to listen to the voice of the Lord and follow His plans for your life. Join us next week as we continue on in the book of James.

Pastor Chip teaches from James 4:1-12 about the desires of our hearts and our selfish motives. We need to get serious about dealing with our sin and pursue Christ with all humility and surrender. This message comes full circle to our theme of the series, "Faith Acts".

Continuing on in the book of James, Chapter 3:13-18. Pastor Chip teaches on what James taught us about wisdom. Wisdom that comes from above is first pure, peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruits, impartial and sincere. This all ties in with the theme of James, "Faith Acts"! What kind of wisdom are you seeking after? Are you seeking after the wisdom that promotes selfish ambitions or are you after the heavenly wisdom from our Father that is truth?

Week seven of our series in the book of James, continues on in chapter three, where James teaches about our speech. James points out how man can not tame the tongue. It has to be done as a result of the Holy Spirit working inside your heart. With our tongues we bless the Lord yet curse our brother and that should not be. As Christians, we need to allow the Lord to work with our speech and speak life into others not death. Watch what you say and allow Christ to tame your tongue. Speak Life!

"Faith without works is dead", the main theme you think about when you think about James. Our whole series starts with the statement, "Faith Acts", and this week, Pastor Chip teaches on knowing the role of faith and the nature of faith and how they are evident in the life of a Christian. When you come to having faith in Jesus Christ and accepting His gift of salvation, your life will be radically changed as you start following and trusting Him; this can only help but produce active works and deeds of faith as you live.