Sermons
Sermons from the Manchester Church of the Nazarene in Manchester, CT.
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Hope Redeemed - 2026 September 6 - J. Nielson (opens the original)
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This week, Pastor John begins our new series, “At This Table,” with a message from Genesis 18:1-15 titled “Everyone Is Welcome.” Through the story of Abraham welcoming unexpected visitors, we’re invited to consider the importance of hospitality and what it means to make room for others. As we gather around tables together, Pastor John challenges us to see hospitality as more than simply opening our homes, but as a reflection of God’s heart and His welcome to us. For this series, our church is ga
Hope Redeemed - 2026 August 30 - J. Nielson (opens the original)
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This week, Pastor John guides us through the final chapter of the Book of Ruth, concluding our journey in the series Finding Hope in Hard Places. He brings the story of Boaz and Ruth to life, showing how God works behind the scenes to orchestrate a beautiful plan of provision and redemption. Pastor John helps us see how this ancient story reflects the bigger picture of Jesus as our true kinsman-redeemer, who secures our future and invites us into his own story. He encourages us to lean into trus
Daring To Hope - 2026 August 23 - J. Nielson (opens the original)
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This week, Pastor John dives into the third chapter of Ruth, exploring what it means to keep trusting God while we wait for his promises to unfold. He highlights how Ruth takes a courageous step of faith by approaching Boaz at the threshing floor, showing us that daring to hope often requires moving forward even when we don't have all the answers yet. Pastor John reminds us that just because we don't see the full resolution to our struggles immediately doesn't mean God isn't at work. Just as Rut
Hope In The Fields - 2026 August 16 - J. Nielson (opens the original)
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This week, Pastor John shares a heartfelt message about finding hope in the midst of life's uncertainty. He guides us through the second chapter of the book of Ruth, showing how God often works behind the scenes in our most ordinary, difficult circumstances. Pastor John emphasizes that God's provision doesn't always arrive all at once; rather, it often grows one faithful step at a time. He highlights that we can trust in God's hesed—His unfailing, covenantal loving-kindness—even when we cannot s
When Hope Feels Lost - 2026 August 9 - J. Ezeigbo (opens the original)
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This week, Pastor Julia shares a moving sermon centered on the first chapter of the Book of Ruth. She explores the themes of lament and faithfulness through the story of Naomi, a woman who faces deep grief and loss but continues to trust in God's presence. Pastor Julia gently encourages us to reclaim the practice of lament, emphasizing that it is okay to bring our raw, honest pain and God-sized questions to our Creator. She highlights the concept of hessed—an extravagant, steadfast, and loyal lo
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