Millbrook Church of the Nazarene

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The weekly sermon podcast from Millbrook Church of the Nazarene. Listen to biblical teaching and practical messages that encourage faith and point people to Jesus.

  1. Sep 27

    The Ways of Jesus // Formation: Knowing God's Ways

    What does it mean to truly follow Jesus? As the early Christians were known as followers of “the Way,” this sermon continues our journey through The Ways of Jesus by exploring what wholehearted discipleship looks like in everyday life. Beginning with 2 Corinthians 3:17–18, we are reminded that following Jesus is not simply about knowing what Scripture says, but about engaging with God’s Word, contemplating His ways, and allowing Him to transform our thinking and our lives. We are called to resist conformity to the world, renew our minds, and become increasingly more like Christ. Through the story of Balaam and Balak in Numbers 22–24, we are reminded of two powerful truths: God has blessed those who belong to Him, and the Lord is with His people. Whatever others may say or plan, our identity is not determined by their opinions. Our identity is found in Jesus, and His presence goes with us wherever we go. From Joshua’s courage, to Isaiah’s promise of God’s presence, to Jesus’ assurance that He is with us always, Scripture repeatedly points us back to the same truth: we are not alone. Even in difficult seasons, nothing can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. The challenge is simple: get to know God’s ways in Scripture. Engage your mind. Put Jesus first. And live each day with the confidence that the Lord is with you. As you listen, consider: Are you taking time to contemplate God’s Word and discover His ways? And how might knowing that God is with you change the way you face the week ahead? Speaker: Philip McAlister

    The Ways of Jesus // Formation: Knowing God's Ways

  2. Sep 20

    The Ways of Jesus // Formation: A Living Sacrifice

    What does it look like to respond to the mercy and grace of God with the way we live? In this message from Romans 12:1–2, we explore Paul’s invitation to become a “living sacrifice”, offering our whole lives to God as an act of worship. After spending the first eleven chapters of Romans explaining God’s mercy, grace, forgiveness, and the new life we have through Jesus, Paul calls us to respond by allowing those truths to transform the way we live. Following Jesus is not simply about what happens on a Sunday. Worship involves our whole lives. Our time, our work, our finances, our relationships, our choices, and the way we serve others. We are called not to be conformed to the world around us, but to be transformed through the renewing of our minds. As part of The Ways of Jesus series, this message explores the importance of practices such as Scripture, prayer, service, and continually filling our minds with God’s truth. When we make space for these practices, we become increasingly shaped by Jesus and learn to recognise what is good, healthy, faithful, and pleasing to God. Rather than simply going through the motions, we are invited to live with a renewed mind and a transformed life - not to earn God’s love, but because we have already received His grace and mercy. “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind.” Romans 12:2 What would it look like for your whole life to become an act of worship? Speaker: Dwain Mckay

    The Ways of Jesus // Formation: A Living Sacrifice

  3. Sep 13

    The Ways of Jesus // Following Jesus: Into Deeper Waters

    What does it really mean to follow Jesus? In this opening message from our new series, "The Ways of Jesus", we look at Luke 5 and the story of Simon Peter and the fishermen after a long, exhausting night with empty nets. Jesus meets them in the middle of their ordinary routine and says, “Put out into deep water, and let down your nets for a catch.” Their response is simple: “Because you say so, I will let down the nets.” Through this story, we’re invited to consider what Jesus might be saying to us today. Are we willing to push out from the shore, go deeper, and trust Him even when we are tired, discouraged, or unsure of what comes next? The Ways of Jesus explores how we can shape our lives around the ways Jesus lived and taught. Through practices such as Scripture, prayer, solitude, rest, generosity, community, witness, and service, we create space to encounter Jesus and allow the Holy Spirit to transform us to become more like Him. Following Jesus isn’t about simply ticking boxes or completing religious activities. It’s about surrendering our time, energy, attention, and lives to Him - learning His ways, becoming more like Him, and joining Him in loving God and loving others. As we begin this journey together as a church, we’re reminded that we don’t have to do it alone. There is an invitation to go deeper, to make space for Jesus, and to discover what it looks like to faithfully follow Him in the everyday. “Master, because you say so, I will let down the nets.” Luke 5:5 What might it look like for you to let down your nets again, push into deeper water, and follow where Jesus is calling you? Speaker: Victoria Moore

    The Ways of Jesus // Following Jesus: Into Deeper Waters

  4. Sep 6

    Back to School // Ephesians 2 - God's Masterpiece

    As a new school year and new season begins, September can bring excitement, change, and plenty of uncertainty. In this message from Ephesians 2:6–10, we’re reminded of a powerful truth: we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which He has prepared in advance for us to do. Through stories of childhood crafts and a memorable treasure hunt prepared by a grandfather, we explore what it means to know that we are deeply loved, intentionally created, and precious to God - not because of what we achieve, how well we perform, or what other people think of us, but simply because we belong to Him. As we step into a new school year, we don’t have to walk into it alone. God has already gone before us. He has prepared the way, and He invites us to partner with Him in the ordinary moments of our lives - in classrooms, friendships, decisions, challenges, and everything in between. “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared ahead of time for us to do.” Ephesians 2:10 May this message encourage you to see the year ahead not simply as another routine, but as an adventure with Jesus - knowing that you are His, you are loved, and there is nothing left for you to prove. Speaker: Lucy Allen

    Back to School // Ephesians 2 - God's Masterpiece

  5. Aug 23

    Summer in the Psalms // Psalm 113-118 - The Psalms Jesus Sang

    What do we do when the victory we are expecting doesn’t look anything like we imagined? In this sermon, we explore the Psalms Jesus and His disciples would have sung on the night before the cross—particularly Psalms 113–118, the Passover hymns. These songs reminded God’s people of His faithfulness, deliverance and enduring love. Yet Jesus sang them knowing that betrayal, suffering and death were immediately ahead. Psalm 118 declares, “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” But what does it mean to sing those words when everything seems to be falling apart? As we follow Jesus from the upper room to the cross, we are reminded that there is victory in the broken places. Jesus became the Passover Lamb, laid down His life, and through the cross brought us into the presence of God. During the sermon, the praise band also leads us in “Forever We Will Thank You for the Cross” by KXC, echoing the central message of the sermon: whatever our circumstances may look like, we can look to the cross and remember that Christ has won the victory.

    Summer in the Psalms // Psalm 113-118 - The Psalms Jesus Sang

  6. Aug 16

    Summer in the Psalms // Psalm 23 - The Good Shepherd

    In this message from our Summer in the Psalms series, we explore Psalm 23 through the stories of Jesus sharing meals with people — from the feeding of the five thousand, to the Last Supper, to breakfast with the disciples after the resurrection. Jesus is revealed as the Good Shepherd who provides, walks with us through the valleys, restores us when we fail, and prepares a table for us even in difficult places. But the invitation doesn't stop with being fed. As Jesus says to Peter, “Feed my sheep.” This sermon asks what it might look like for us to move from simply receiving God's grace to becoming people who welcome, serve and feed others. It also looks forward to the ultimate feast — the marriage supper of the Lamb — and the hope of God's story being brought to completion.

    Summer in the Psalms // Psalm 23 - The Good Shepherd

  7. Aug 9

    Summer in the Psalms // Psalm 139 - Known, Loved and Never Alone

    What does it mean to know that God truly knows you? In this message from Psalm 139, Dwain explores the deeply personal nature of God - a God who knows us completely, is present with us wherever we go, and has been involved in our lives from before we were born. The message looks honestly at what it means to feel different, to walk through seasons of darkness, and to wonder where God is when life becomes difficult. Psalm 139 reminds us that there is nowhere we can go where God's presence cannot reach us, and that every person has been intentionally and wonderfully made by Him. We also consider David's prayer, "Search me, O God," and what it means to allow God to examine our hearts, reveal what needs to change, and lead us towards a life that reflects Him. Above all, this is a reminder that you are not an accident, an afterthought, or forgotten. You are known, deeply loved, and held by God. Speaker: Dwain Mckay

    Summer in the Psalms // Psalm 139 - Known, Loved and Never Alone

  8. Jul 26

    Summer in the Psalms // Psalm 46 - God is our Refuge

    What do you hold on to when life feels uncertain? In this week's message from Psalm 46, we're reminded that God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in times of trouble. While the world around us can feel chaotic and unpredictable, this psalm invites us to lift our eyes above the noise and discover the unshakable peace found in God's presence. Together, we'll explore what it means to trust God when circumstances are beyond our control, why "be still" is more than simply being quiet, and how His presence becomes our greatest source of confidence and hope. Whether you're walking through a difficult season or simply needing to be reminded of God's faithfulness, we pray this message encourages you to rest in the One who remains steadfast through every storm. Speaker: Dwain Mckay

    Summer in the Psalms // Psalm 46 - God is our Refuge
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