New Heart Nazarene

Next Level Living pt. 6: Surrender and Struggle

Though they seem contradictory, the overflowing and abundant life God wants for involves both surrender and struggle.

Next Level Living pt. 5 Walking Closer to the Holy Spirit

While it is true that the Holy Spirit lives in all believers, it is sadly not true that all believers are walking in close fellowship with the Spirit.

Next Level Living pt.4: Caring for the Holy Spirit

If we are to develop a deep and rewarding relationship with the Holy Spirit, we need to take care of the relationship. 

Next Level Living pt. 3: Paul and the Holy Spirit

Because he is such a towering source of Christian doctrine, it is vital for us to consider Paul's writings about the Holy Spirit. 

Next Level Living pt. 2: The Holy Spirit Finally Comes

His coming was foretold and anticipated for generations.  Let's look at why the impact the Holy Spirit had on the first Christians changed the world.

Next Level Living pt. 1 Jesus and the Holy Spirit

People often underestimate the role of the Holy Spirit in Jesus personal life and in his teaching, but when we do, we overlook the primary purpose of his ministry and life. 

The Surprising Life of Jesus: Mark 15

Though it's unlike any love story you've ever heard, Jesus' death truly does tell the tale of the greatest love of all. 

The Surprising Life of Jesus: Mark 14

Though we've been conditioned to think it's almost criminal to waste something, Jesus defended a person whom all the apostles scolded for her wastefulness. What did she understand that they didn't? 

The Surprising Life of Jesus: Mark 12

It was a serious parable with a dark ending, but Jesus' story has important lessons for our lives even today. 

The Surprising Life of Jesus: Mark 11

The Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, and the events following, did not fit people's expectations, but they can teach us important lessons for our lives as followers of his.