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Discovering Jesus with FirstNaz Zephyrhills

Discovering Jesus with FirstNaz Zephyrhills

Written by: Discovering Jesus with FirstNaz Zephyrhills and Pastor Nick Deford
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 Sermons, 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. Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality World
Episodes
  • S4 Ep119: The Garden of the Pressing

    S4 Ep119: The Garden of the Pressing
    Mar 1 2026
    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, abandonment, and the looming cross. Pastor Nick reveals how Jesus' anguished prayers teach us to face our own seasons of crushing pressure. Through vivid imagery of ancient olive presses, we see how being pressed can release either bitterness or the sweet oil of God's presence. This message offers hope and practical wisdom for anyone feeling squeezed by life's circumstances. Don't miss this transformative journey through Jesus' most vulnerable moment—watch now to discover how to find supernatural strength when everything feels like it's falling apart.
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    39 mins
  • S4 Ep118: The New Covenant

    S4 Ep118: The New Covenant
    Feb 22 2026
    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 ancient tradition meets revolutionary new meaning. Drawing from Mark 14, he reveals how Jesus transformed the familiar Passover elements into powerful symbols of a new covenant—his broken body and shed blood offering healing and wholeness to all who accept him. This deeply personal message illuminates how Christ's sacrifice bridges our brokenness to God's redemption. Don't miss this compelling exploration of what it means to move from ritual remembrance to living relationship with Jesus.
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    44 mins
  • S4 Ep117: The Turning Tide

    S4 Ep117: The Turning Tide
    Feb 15 2026
    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 Jesus' ministry when the tide began turning against him, even as some demonstrated radical faith. Through the story of Mary breaking an alabaster jar of expensive perfume to anoint Jesus, we see how true discipleship often requires breaking open our lives in complete surrender to Christ. Pastor Nick weaves together Jesus' interactions with religious leaders, his raising of Lazarus, and Mary's extravagant gift to illuminate how people either fully commit to Jesus or turn away when counting the cost. He connects this to modern trends, noting encouraging signs of spiritual awakening among younger generations while warning against Satan's attempts to keep us from full commitment to Christ. The message culminates in a challenge to the congregation at their own crossroads - will they, like Mary, break open their lives in complete devotion to Jesus rather than maintaining a safe, mediocre faith?
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    38 mins
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