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Fresno First serves the SE Fresno Community in Fresno, CA. We are a community of people who love Jesus and live to show others that love. Here, you can find sermons every week from Pastor Chris to stay up to date with each series.
Join us as we look that it is God that deserves all the praise for the victories in our life, and how we are to seek our identity in God rather than our defeats.
We have hope in God that is faithful to His promises and God promises to restore us when we repent and confess our sins to Him. Experience the cleansing power of God as we surrender our will and life over to His care.
Pastor Jason challenges us to take inventory of our lives and look where God sustains us through life's difficulties, and how we are to honor the Lord through it all.
Join us as we receive encouragement that God will see us through the obstacles of life, when we live into His will.
Everyday we face problems in life. Pastor Jason challenges us to keep our focus on Christ, the solution to life's troubles.
God never fails and in our times of distress, He hears our cries, rescues us and becomes our refuge.
Join us as we begin our Intimacy with God series, focusing on the real life events of King David and the corresponding Psalm he wrote to the Lord.
God developed the church to be His visible presence in the world. Pastor Jason challenges us to serve united and together to God's glory and to example God's love.
Let's grow in the care of God together, as we turn our focus off our problems and onto the solution that is Christ.
Pastor Jason reveals the blessing of living a Sabbath Life in how God designed us from the beginning to find our peace and rest in Him.
Join us as we continue to look at what it means to be a connected Body of Christ. Life is messy, and we are challenged to share the love of Christ through all of it.
Join us as we explore the mission of Fresno First Church: Connect Grow Serve, and are challenged to live a life connected to the Body of Christ and those in our community that do not follow Jesus.
We are challenged to endure and keep our focus on Christ as the One that overcomes life's circumstances, rather than face and taking on life's troubles alone.
Join us as we compare how society views the role of fatherhood, versus that of Scripture. An inspiring message to invest into the next generation.
Join us as we explore our Fatih in Action, as we apply the book of James in our daily life through doing and hearing the word of God.
Join us as we continue our sermon series on James, "Faith in Action." Today's message is a challenge to see trials and temptations as a way to grow in faith in Christ.
Join us as we continue our sermon series "Faith in Action." Wisdom from Humility reminds us that true wisdom comes from God, and we are to be humble in wisdom as a gift.
Join us as we journey through James and live out our Faith in Action. A "til death do us part faith" is a challenge of perseverance of faith in Christ alone.
Join us on our Sermon Series through James titled "Faith in Action." Joy to you is a reminder that regardless of life circumstances we have great joy in God.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week, Pastor Chris unpacks a story of an encounter that Jesus had with a group of friends in Luke 5. Preached on August 21, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno CA. This week we continue our summer series "stories Jesus told" by looking at three parables in Luke 15. Pastor Chris talks about Jesus' passion for the lost. Preached on August 14, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 7 of our summer series "Stories Jesus Told", exploring the parables of Jesus. This week, we talk through Matthew 23, and Jesus' warning against Hypocrisy. Preached on August 7, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 7 of our series "Stories Jesus Told". We're spending the summer talking through some of the many parables of Jesus. This week, we look at a story Jesus tells in Luke 11 while teaching his disciples to pray. Preached on July 31st, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week we continue our summer series, "Stories Jesus Told". This week, the parable we look at is found in Luke 14:25-35, as we look at Jesus words to count the cost of discipleship. Preached on July 24, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our Stories Jesus Told series...time we're spending this summer talking through some of the parables of Jesus. This week, Pastor Chris picks up the stories in Mark 4, as Jesus tells two parables about the Kingdom of God. Preached on July 17, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our series, Stories Jesus Told. This week we talk through the story of the good samaritan found in Luke 10 and talk about what it means to be a neighbor. Preached by Pastor Chris on July 10, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Join us this week as we hear from Mark and Linda Luow. Mark is the Regional Director for the Nazarene denomination in the Asia-Pacific Region!
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, Stories Jesus Told, as we spend the summer looking at the parables of Jesus. This week, Pastor Jason leads us through Mark 4:1-9!
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our summer series, Stories Jesus Told, spending the summer talking through some of the many Parables that Jesus told. This week, Pastor Chris talks us through a parable at the end of the sermon on the mount about the wise and foolish builders. Preached on June 19, 2022
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Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the beginning of our brand new series, "Stories Jesus Told". We'll be spending the summer looking at some of the parables of Jesus found in the Gospels. This week, we take a look at the tax collector and the pharisee in Luke 18, and hear what Jesus was saying to the listeners. Spoiler alert, it's about having a humble heart!
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our series, All of Me. This week, Pastor Chris wraps up the series by talking about Pentecost, and the fact that our lives look different because of the spirits work within us. Preached on June 5, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our series, All of Me, in which Pastor Chris is unpacking what it means to give all of ourselves to God. This week, we hear a familiar passage out of Romans 12:1-2, and talk about God renewing our minds. Preached on May 22, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our series All of Me, talking about how the resurrection of Jesus Christ changes every part of who we are. This week, we talk about uniting our will with the will of God in our lives. Preached on May 15, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, All Of Me. This week, Pastor Chris begins the journey into how giving up all of ourselves and receiving all of God looks in specific areas of our lives. This week, we talk about our emotions. Preached on May 8, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series All of Me. This week, Pastor Chris takes a look at the second half of our exchange with God, All of Me, for All of Him, and gives a grasp of the phrase, Christ in You, The Hope of Glory. Preached on May 1, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ at Easter! Join us as we walk through the events of Holy Week and Easter and celebrate that He is Risen!
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week, we celebrate Palm Sunday, and Pastor Chris talks about what it means in our lives to claim Jesus as King. Preached on April 10, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our I Am Series, talking through the I Am statements of Jesus in the book of John. This week, we talk about Jesus as the Resurrection and the Life. Preached on April 3, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, I Am, looking at who Jesus is. The book of John gives us 7 different statements where Jesus tells us directly who he is. This week, Pastor Chris unpacks the 3rd and 4th statements as Jesus says, "I am the Good Shepherd." Preached on March 27, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week two of our series, I Am, leading into Easter talking about the person of Jesus Christ. This week, Pastor Chris unpacks another of Jesus' "I Am" statements in the book of John, this time looking at John 15 as Jesus says, "I Am the vine...". Preached on March 20, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our brand new series "I Am," talking through some of the "I Am" statements of Jesus in the book of John as we lead into Easter. This week Pastor Chris talks through John 8:12, as Jesus says that he is the light of the world. Preached on March 13, 2022
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the third and final week or our yearly "rooted" series, in which we unpack who it is that God is calling our church to be. This week, Pastor Chris talks about what it means to be a church that serves, and how we can have a missional mindset. Preached on March 6, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our yearly series, Rooted, in which we remind ourselves of who we are and what God has called us to here at FFC. This week, Pastor Chris talk through Prayer, and lays the foundation for our year long emphasis of growing in intimacy with God through prayer. Preached on February 27, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Pastor Chris is back from his sabbatical and is beginning his yearly series, Rooted, in which he unpacks who we are at Fresno First. This week, we talk about "connect", our call as a church to connect people with people. Preached on February 20, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the final week of Pastor Chris' sabbatical, and we're excited to be able to hear from Pastor Jason McEachran once again.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. As Pastor Chris is on his extended Sabbatical, we've been hearing the word from pastors from within the congregation. This week, we hear from Pastor Jason McEachran. Be challenged today!
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week we hear once again from Bill Coate, preaching out of Mark 2. Preached on January 30, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week we hear once again from Steve Mounts, preaching out of Hebrews 12. Preached on January 23, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week we hear from Chad Orton, preaching out of 2 Peter 1. Preached on January 16, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week, we hear from guest speaker Bill Coate, speaking out of John 13-14. Preached on January 9, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week begins Pastor Chris' 7-week Sabbatical. Over the course of the next month and a half, we will be having guest speakers each week. This week, we are hearing from Steve Mounts, a retired pastor from the Church of the Nazarene. Preached on January 2, 2022.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week, Pastor Chris talks about how we can use the new year for to deepen our spiritual walk with God. Preached on December 26th, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the fourth and final week of our Advent series, taking a look at the Old Testament and looking at the prophecies of Jesus. Preached on December 19, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our Advent Series, taking a look in the Old Testament to see the prophesies of the coming Messiah, Jesus. Preached on December 12, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our Advent series looking into the Old Testament prophesies of the coming Messiah, Jesus. This week, we look at Isaiah 11, and see some of the marks of the life of the coming Messiah. Preached on December 5, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the beginning of our Advent series, looking into the Old Testament prophesies about the coming Messiah, Jesus. This week, Pastor Chris helps us take a deep look into Isaiah 9, and looks at the promise of the coming of Jesus. Preached on November 28, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our series looking at the prophet Elijah. This week we take a look at a low point in Elijah's life. When everything seemed to be going his way, he struggled with a depression of his own that we can relate to in many ways. Preached on November 21, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series looking at the prophet Elijah. This week, we pick up the story from last week, and look at how Elijah prays immediately following the challenge with the prophets of Ba'al. Preached on November 14, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series looking at the prophet Elijah. This week, we look at one of the more memorable stories from his life as he challenges the prophets of Ba'al. Preached on November 7, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our series diving into the prophet Elijah. This week, we walk through 1 Kings 17, and are introduced to Elijah, the Tishbite and see how God moves in and through him to prepare him for what he will do. Preached on October 31, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene. This is week 3 of our series in the book of Habakkuk, and this week we finish the book by looking at how Habakkuk comes to worship even in the midst of the doubts and questions he had. Preached on October 24, 2021
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our 3 week series in the book of Habakkuk. This week, Pastor Chris walks through chapter 2, and looks at how we can respond to God in the midst of our questions and doubts.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the first week of our series in the book of Habakkuk. This week, Pastor Chris unpacks the context and the main theme of Habakkuk and talks about the truth that it is ok to be filled with faith and simultaneously have questions and doubt. Preached on October 10, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the 8th and final week of our series in the book of Ephesians. This week, Pastor Chris talks through the familiar passage of the "Armor of God". Preached on October 3, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 7 of our series in the book of Ephesians. This week, Pastor Chris talks about how our family lives are shaped by this all-inclusive Gospel that Paul has been unpacking. Preached on September 12, 2021
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our series in the book of Ephesians. This week, Pastor Chris talks through a part of Ephesians where Paul talks about what our individual lives look like as a part of the church. Preached on September 5.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our series in Ephesians. This week, Pastor Chris begins the second half of the book (the more practical half)by talking about what life in the church looks like practically for Paul. Preached on August 29th.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our series in the book of Ephesians, as we walk through and unpack Paul's letter to this church. This week, we look at a prayer that Paul prayed for the church, and pray the same prayer, that we may be strengthened with power through the spirit. Preached by Pastor Chris on August 22, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series walking through the book of Ephesians. This week, Pastor Chris walks us through the "mystery" that Paul talks about, that everyone who says yes to Christ is a part of the body of Christ. No matter who they are, where they came from, or what they've done in their past. Preached on August 15, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series in the book of Ephesians as we continue our year long journey through different parts of Scripture. This week, Pastor Chris talks through one of the most significant pieces of scripture in the Bible, Ephesians 2:1-10.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our brand new series in the book of Ephesians. This week, Pastor Chris walks through chapter 1 and talks about what it means to be the church. Preached on August 1, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This our final week of our Summer in Psalms, this week in Psalm 66. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the progression of worship in this Psalm. Preached on July 25, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno CA. This is week 9 of our Summer in Psalms series. This week Pastor Chris looks at Psalm 67 and talks about how our blessings are meant to bless others. Preached on July 18, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 7 of our Summer in the Psalms series, taking a deeper look at the book of Psalms. This week, Pastor Chris talks about Psalm 73, and Asaph's struggle with God. Preached on June 27, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our Summer in Psalms series, taking a deeper dive into the Psalms. This week Pastor Chris talks about Psalm 56, and how David turns to God in his fear and loneliness. Preached on June 20, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our Summer in the Psalms series. This week, Pastor Chris looks at another Psalm of David (Psalm 51), and talks about David's response to sin in his life. Preached on June 13, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our Summer in Psalms. This week we talk through Psalm 98 and talk through the faithfulness of God. Preached by Pastor Chris on June 6, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, Summer in Psalms. This week, Pastor Chris talks through Psalm 139 and looks at what God's all-knowing power means for us. Preached May 30, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week we hear from Steve Mounts, retired pastor, as Pastor Chris takes a week to be with family.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our Summer in the Psalms series, and this week we take a look at Psalm 63 and look at David's relationship with God! Preached on May 16th, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our brand new series Summer in the Psalms, in which we are going to take a deeper look into some of the more well known Psalms and talk about what we can take from them. Preached on May 9, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week is the final week of our Word of God series, in which we talk through the major themes and pieces of Scripture. This week we end the series by looking at the culmination of Scripture in the book of Revelation. Preached by Pastor Chris on May 2, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 14 of our series, Word of God, in which we're walking through scripture and seeing some of the many themes and pieces we need to understand. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the mission of the Church, the Great Commission, found in Matthew 28. Preached on April 25, 2021
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 13 of our Word of God series, in which we're taking a long look through scripture, and searching for the major themes that we need to know! This week Pastor Chris talks about the scriptural idea of the People of God, and how it changes when we get to the New Testament. Preached on April 18, 2021.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 12 of our series, Word of God, in which we're exploring the entirety of Scripture and talking through the major themes and pieces that we need to understand. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the Holy Spirit, and God's continued presence on the earth and in the lives of his believers through the Spirit.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 11 of our series, Word of God, in which we're exploring the entirety of Scripture and talking through the major themes and pieces that we need to understand. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the events of Easter and unpacks the resurrection story. Let's answer the question: Did Jesus really rise from the dead?
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 10 of our series, Word of God, in which we're exploring the entirety of Scripture and talking through the major themes and pieces that we need to understand. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the events of Palm Sunday, as Jesus rides into Jerusalem and is crowned as King.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 9 of our series, Word of God, in which we're exploring the entirety of Scripture and talking through the major themes and pieces that we need to understand. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the Kingdom of God, established in the Old Testament, and re-established in Jesus Christ.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is Week 1 of our separation due to the coronavirus. This week, Pastor Chris talks through what scripture says to a people who feel like they are being forced to wait. Sermon for March 22, 2020. You can catch our livestream every Sunday during coronavirus at fresnonaz.online.church
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is a special week, as Pastor Chris holds one final teaching time and meeting before we separate due to the coronavirus. Pastor Chris encourages us not to be afraid, and answers questions about how we're handling everything at the church.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 7 of our Gospel Above All series, talking through what it looks like to put the Gospel first and foremost in our lives. This week, we talk about Gospel Unity, and what unites us as believers even in the times we disagree. Preached on March 8, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our 8 week series, Gospel Above All. This week, Pastor Chris looks at the Gospel community that we are called in to as believers. Preached on March 1, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our current series titled Gospel Above All, in which we're talking about how we put the gospel first and foremost in our lives. This week, Pastor Chris talks about Gospel Grace, using the story of the woman caught in adultery in John 8. Preached on February 23, 2020
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, Gospel Above All, talking about making the Gospel first importance in our lives. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the urgency of the mission that we are sent on, and talks about practical evangelism in our daily lives. Preached on February 16, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, Gospel Above All, looking at what it looks like when we make the Gospel of first importance in our lives. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the mission that the Gospel sends us on by looking at the great commission. Preached on February 9, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series, Gospel Above All, in which we explore what it looks like to put the gospel above all else in our lives and allow it to drive us. This week, Pastor Chris looks at how the Gospel Transforms us from the inside out. Preached on February 2, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our new series, Gospel Above All, in which we're exploring how the Gospel shapes, changes, and pushes us to be the people God is calling us to be. This week, Pastor Chris lays the foundation for the series, answering this question: What is the Gospel? Preached on January 26, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our three week series, entering the year by revisiting what we are about here at Fresno First Church. Connect. Grow. Serve. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the importance of Serving others, not just at the church, but outside with our lives as well. Preached on January 19, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our 3 week series, Rooted, starting the year talking about who we are and what we're about at FFC. This week, Pastor Chris unpacks what it means to "grow" at FFC. Preached on January 12, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our 3 week series, Rooted, starting the year talking about who we are and what we're about at FFC. This week, Pastor Chris unpacks what it means to "connect" with others. Preached on January 5, 2020.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week, pastor Chris takes a look back at some of the stories we've been through over 2019, and looks into some decisions we can make in 2020 to better tell the story God wants to tell through our lives. Preached on December 29, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our Advent series, Born The King. This week, Pastor Chris finishes off his look through Philippians 2 and talks about the truth of Christmas, that the baby born in the manger was Christ The Lord.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our Advent series, looking into the person of Jesus Christ, Born The King. This week, we continue in Philippians 2 and talk about some of the movements that took place as Jesus Christ came to earth. Preached on December 15, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our Advent series, looking at Jesus Christ and why he came. This week we continue looking into Philippians 2 and explore the humanness of Christ. Preached on December 8, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our Advent series, taking a deep dive into the person of Jesus Christ, the baby in a manger. During the series, we'll be exploring Philippians 2 and looking at what we believe this baby was here do to and accomplish. Preached on December 1, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our series in the book of Ruth. This week, Pastor Chris walks us through the fourth and final chapter of the book, and talks about the beautiful picture of redemption that we find within. Preached on November 24, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week is week 3 of our series in the book of Ruth. This week, Pastor Chris continues our journey by talking through Ruth 3 and looking at some of the characteristics of God that we find throughout the chapter.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our walk through the book of Ruth. This week, Pastor Chris goes through chapter 2, and looks at how our faith can be shaped like the faith of Boaz and Ruth, to care for the poor, and seek refuge under the wings of God. Preached on November 10, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our series in the book of Ruth. Each week, we'll take a look at one chapter and see what God has to say to us through this beautiful story. This week, we look at the fact that even when God seems distant, he may just be laying the foundation to show us his faithfulness. Preached on November 3, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week, we have a chance to hear from a locally licensed minister in the church, Bill Coate. Pastor Chris was on vacation, but God put a great message in Bill's heart for this weekend's message. Preached on October 27, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week, Pastor Chris preached from one of his favorite books in the Bible, Joshua, specifically chapter 24, calling us to remember the faithfulness of God and respond to that faithfulness by being faithful to the call in which we have as followers. Preached on October 20, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 24, the final week, of our More Than A Feeling Series. This week, Pastor Chris closes out the series by talking about 7 words from Colossians 1:27, "Christ in Us, the Hope of Glory." Preached on October 13, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 23 of our More Than A Feeling series, week 7 of part 3. This week, Pastor Chris begins to close out the series by talking about what it looks like for us to "hide our lives in Christ" (Col. 3). Preached on October 6, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of part 3 in our "More Than A Feeling Series." This week, Pastor Chris continues talking about the question, "Who are we becoming" as we talk about the virtue of Discernment. Preached on September 29, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 21 of our series More Than A Feeling. As a part of "Part 3" we are answering the question, "Who am I becoming" and today Pastor Chris talks about the compassion that we should have as believers. Preached on September 22, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. During this sermon, Bill Coate opens up a story of love from Jesus life and encourages all of us as followers of Christ to do the same. Preached on September 15, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of part 3 of our More Than A Feeling series. This week, Pastor Chris jumps into the book of James to talk about submission to God in every area of our lives. Preached on September 8, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of Part 3 of our series, More Than A Feeling. This week, Pastor Chris opens up to Hebrews 12 and talks about the perseverance that we should have in prayer. Preached on September 1, 2009.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of Part 3 in our More Than A Feeling series. This week, Pastor Chris begins to answer the third question in the series, "Who am I becoming?" It all starts with Romans 12 and the renewing of our minds. First preached on August 25, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 16 of our series More Than A Feeling, concluding part 2 in which we are talking about the practices of believers. Pastor Chris ends part 2 by talking about the sacraments of Baptism and Communion, and the importance they have in the believers life. Preached on August 18, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 15 of our series, More Than A Feeling. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the practice of "Service" that needs to be a part of a believer's life. Preached on August 11, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 14 of our More Than A Feeling series, tackling biblical truth in an emotional culture. This week, we continue part 2 of the series, talking through practices of believers, by talking about Biblical Accountability.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 12 of our series More Than A Feeling, in which we're looking at the basis of what we believe and why we believe it. This week Pastor Chris talks through what the Bible says about practicing community.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 11 of our series about the importance of knowing what we believe and why we believe it, as well as some of the practices we should have as believers. This week, Pastor Chris talks through discipleship and personal growth as believers.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene In Fresno, CA. This is week 10 of our More Than A Feeling series in which we've been taking a look at our foundational beliefs and practices. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the practice of Worship. Preached on July 7, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 9 of our More Than A Feeling series, and the beginning of the second section of sermons moving from what we believe, to what we do. What are some of the practices that we should have as Christians? This week, Pastor Chris talks through prayer and the necessity of the habit for Christians today. Preached on June 30, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 8 of our More than a Feeling series, exploring our beliefs in a "Post-Truth" culture. This week, Pastor Chris talks through what we believe about Eternity, and what scripture tells us about it. Preached on June 23, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 7 of our More Than A Feeling series, in which we take a look at our faith in a "post-truth" culture. This week, Pastor Chris takes a look at what scripture says about faith. Preached on June 16, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our series, More Than A Feeling, in which we're taking a look at our beliefs in a "post-truth" culture. This week, Pastor Chris talks about what the Bible says about the church. Preached on June 9, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our series, More Than A Feeling, in which we talk through what we believe, why we believe it, and why it matters. This week, Pastor Chris talks about what it means to be a follower of Christ. Preached on June 2, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our series, More Than A Feeling, in which we explore what we believe, why we believe it, and why it's important. In a culture where truth is based on feeling, our faith is based on much more than that. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the Bible, and how it applies to our lives.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our "More Than A Feeling" series, talking about the foundations of our faith and why we believe what we believe. This week Pastor Chris explores the Holy Spirit and how He moves in and through our lives. Preached on May 12, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series, "More Than A Feeling," in which Pastor Chris aims to unpack what we believe, why we believe it, and why it's important to know in a culture where "truth" is relative, based on feeling. Our faith is based on much more than a feeling. Join Pastor Chris as he answers the question, "Who is Jesus?" Preached on May 5, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our new series, "More Than A Feeling." Our culture has become one where truth is relative, and facts are based on opinion rather than facts. Our faith, however, is based on much more than a feeling. This series aims to talk through what we believe, why we believe it, and why it's important. This week, Pastor Chris talks about what we believe about God. Preached on April 28, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is Pastor Chris' sermon from Palm Sunday, celebrating the beginning of Holy Week. Preached on April 14, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the fourth and final week of our series in 1 John. This week we take a look at the theme of LOVE in 1 John, specifically in 1 John 4:7-5:5. Preached by Pastor Chris on April 7, 2019
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is wee 3 of our series walking through the book of 1 John, looking at the major themes and topics John talks about. This week Pastor Chris starts talking about Love, and how we can be assured that we are in fact saved and loved by God. Preached on March 31, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series in 1 John, in which we'll be taking a look at some of the major themes in the book. This week we take a look at 1 John 1:5-2:6 and talk about what it means that God is light. Preached by Pastor Chris on March 24, 2019
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our series in 1 John, in which we'll be taking a look at some of the major themes that John covers. This week, we open up the series by looking at the first 4 verses and talking about Eternal Life. Preached by Pastor Chris on March 17, 2019
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the 7th and final week of our 7 Churches series, taking a look at the 7 letters Jesus wrote to 7 churches in Revelation 2-3. This week, we close by looking at Laodicea, a church who gets a familiar "lukewarm" criticism from Jesus. Preached by Pastor Chris on March 10, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our series through the 7 churches in Revelation 2-3. This week, Pastor Chris talks through one of 2 churches who are doing it right, the church in Philadelphia. Preached by Pastor Chris on March 3, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our 7 week series walking through the 7 churches of Revelation 2-3. This week, we look at Jesus' letter to Sardis (3:1-6), a church who has a "reputation for being alive," but is in fact dead. Preached by Pastor Chris on February 24th, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our 7 week series exploring the 7 churches that Jesus writes to in Revelation 2-3. This week, we look at the church in Thyatira, a city struggling with compromise and tolerating the things that God does not tolerate. Preached by Pastor Chris on February 17, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our 7 week series in which we take a look at the seven churches that Jesus wrote to in Revelation 2-3. This week, we look at the church in Pergamum (2:12-17) and Pastor Chris asks if we've let anything other than God's truth into our faith. Preached on February 10, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series, The Seven Churches of Revelation. This week, Pastor Chris talks through Jesus' letter to Smyrna (Rev. 2:8-11), a church struggling with persecution and poverty, and speaks to the fact that they are rich if their faith is in Jesus. Preached by Pastor Chris on February 3, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week one of our brand new series, The Seven Churches of Revelation. Each week, Pastor Chris dives deep into one of the seven churches found in Revelation 2-3. This week, we look at Ephesus (2:1-7), a faithful church who has one big issue that Jesus calls them on.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our yearly "Rooted" series, in which Pastor Chris talks through who we are and why it's important at FFC. This week, we dive into our value of "Serve," as Pastor Chris talks about being able to pray, "Here I am, send me..." Preached on January 20, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series, Rooted, in which we take a look at what we are about at Fresno First Church and why it's important. During the series we will talk about our 3 core values of Connect, Grow, and Serve. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the importance of Growing deeper in relationship with Christ. Preached on January 13, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our series, Rooted, in which we take a look at what we are about at Fresno First Church and why it's important. During the series we will talk about our 3 core values of Connect, Grow, and Serve. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the importance of Connecting. Preached on January 6, 2019.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene In Fresno, CA. This is the final sermon of the year, and Pastor Chris challenges the church to make a decision that will determine the outcome of 2019. Will you start a new discipline, stop something getting between you and God, stay when it would be easier to go, or go when it would be easier to stay. What is god calling you to in 2019. Let's make a resolution together to be closer to God at the end of 2019 than we are right now.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our Advent series, A Thrill of Hope, in which we dive into the theme of hope during this Christmas season. This week we dive into the Promise of Hope. Preached by Pastor Chris on December 23, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our Advent series, A Thrill of Hope. This week, Pastor Chris continues in Luke 3 and talks about the generosity that we're called to in response to the hope that we find in Christ. Preached by Pastor Chris on December 16, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our 4 week advent series, A Thrill of Hope. This week, Pastor Chris looks at Luke 3:1-6, as John the Baptist is preparing the way for Christ and talks about the Way of Hope, preparing the way for Christ in our lives.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our 4 week Advent series, A Thrill of Hope. This week, Pastor Chris goes back to Isaiah 8-9 and looks at the prophecy of who Jesus was to be and the hope that brought to the people. We also look forward with hope towards a second coming of Christ with anticipation and hope. Preached by Pastor Chris on December 2, 2018
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Join us this week as we talk through one of the more well known passages in Scripture, Hebrews 12:1-3. Pastor Chris unpacks this passage for us as we look back over the past year and see how God has been faithful.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 8 of our series, "Stories," in which we've taken a look at some of the memorable stories in scripture and seen how they can shape and challenge our faith. This week, Pastor Chris talks about the story of Peter walking on the water in Matthew 14, and talks about the transformation we make from fear, to faith. Preached on November 18, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 7 of our series, Stories, in which we take a look into some of the familiar stories of Scripture and look for ways our faith can be challenged and shaped. This week we look at a story involving the Disciples and Jesus as Jesus calms the storm, and look at how we handle storms in our own lives. Preached by Pastor Chris on November 11, 2018
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our series, Stories, in which we take a look at some of the stories in scripture that shape our faith and our walk with Christ. This week we take a look at a story in Mark 5:21-43 and talk about "Persistent Faith." Preached by Pastor Chris on November 4, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week, we have a guest speaker, Bill Coate, who walks through Psalm 103 with the congregation. Preached on October 28, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our series, Stories, in which we take a look at some of the stories in Scripture and see how they can change and challenge our faith. This week Pastor Chris looks at the story of Naaman in 2 Kings 5 and talks about the time in which we want an explanation from God. Preached on October 21, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our series, Stories, in which we look at the stories in scripture that can challenge our faith and shape who we are becoming. This week, Pastor Chris dives into the story of Joshua and talks through what it means to be bold in our faith. Preached on October 14, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our current series, Stories, in which we take a look at some of the stories in Scripture and talk about how they can shape our faith today. This week, Pastor Chris unpacks the dynamic between faith and risk as we look at the story of Esther in the Old Testament. Preached on October 7, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series, Stories, taking a look at some of the familiar stories of Scripture and asking how they can shape our faith today. This week we look at Jonah and talk about running from the call of God on our lives. Preached on September 30, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week one of our brand new series, Stories, taking a look at some of the stories in Scripture and asking how they can shape our faith today. This week Pastor Chris takes a look at the story of Daniel and how he stood strong in the midst of hard times. Preached on September 23, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the final week of our Journey series, taking a look at the concept of holiness and how to pursue it in our lives. This week Pastor Chris goes back to where we started in 1 Peter and talks about the "why" question. Why should we be holy?
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our series, The Journey, in which we take a look at what it means to be holy. This week pastor Chris talks about how to deal with the inevitable hard times that come with life. Preached on Sunday, September 9th, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, The Journey. This week pastor Chris talks through Romans 6 and keeping in mind our identity in Christ as we pursue holiness. Recorded on Sunday, September 2, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series, The Journey, in which we unpack the idea and process of holiness. This week, Pastor Chris answers the question, what happens when I fail? Preached on August 26th, 2018
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week one of our new series, The Journey, which is a 5-week journey into the concept of Holiness and the pursuit of holiness in our lives. This week Pastor Chris talks about what holiness is as a base for the rest of the series. Preached on August 19, 2018
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 10 of our Summer in the Psalms series. This week we close out looking at Psalm 63 and asking the question, "is our heart in love with God?" Preached by Pastor Chris on August 12, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 9 of our summer series talking through the Psalms. This week Pastor Chris talks through Psalm 98 and unpacks the timeless truth that God is Faithful. Preached on August 5, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 8 of our series in the Psalms. This week we take a look at Psalm 139, an intimate psalm of David, and explore the all-knowing God and the implications that realization has for our lives. Preached by Pastor Chris on July 29, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 7 of our summer series in the Psalms. This week, Pastor Chris talks through Psalm 67 and dives into what it means to be #blessed. First preached on July 22, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our summer series walking through the Psalms. This week Pastor Chris walks through Psalm 68 as we get a wonderful picture of God. Preached on July 15th, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our series in the Psalms. This week Pastor Chris looks at Psalm 73, a psalm full of honest questions, not the least of which asks whether following God was worth it. Join us as we explore that question. Preached on July 8, 2018
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our summer series walking through the Psalms. This week, Pastor Chris asks the question, "Do we know what we're here for?" and explores the reason for worship. Preached on July 1, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our summer series exploring the Psalms. This week we take a deep look into Psalm 84 and imagine living in the presence of the living God. Preached by Pastor Chris on June 24, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week two of our summer journey through the Psalms. This week Pastor Chris tackles a well known Psalm, Psalm 51. Preached by Pastor Chris on June 22, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the first in a summer teaching series focusing on the Psalms. This week Pastor Chris dives into Psalm 56 and talks about our trust in God. Preached by Pastor Chris on June 10, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the fourth and final week of our series, The Gospel, in which we explore what the gospel is and how we live it out. This week Pastor Chris looks at the life transformed by the Gospel. Preached by Pastor Chris on June 3, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week guest speaker Bill Coate shares a message from scripture. Preached on May 27th, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, "The Gospel," in which we explore the impact of the Gospel on our lives. This week Pastor Chris unpacks John 3 and the concept of being "born again." First preached on May 20, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series, "The Gospel," in which Pastor Chris explores the impact the Gospel has on our lives. This week Pastor Chris dives into what the Gospel is. Preached on May 13, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our series, "The Gospel" in which we explore the Gospel and its impact on our lives. This week Pastor Chris talks through Matthew 7 and the reality of spiritual deception. Preached on May 6, 2018
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Guest speaker Rob Songer talks about what it means to be a missionary people serving a missionary God. Preached on April 29, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, "Three in One," in which we explore the Trinity. This week, Pastor Chris closes out the series talking about the Holy Spirit. Preached on April 22, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our "three in one" series in which we unpack our beliefs about the Trinity, a core belief of our faith. This week we explore the person of Jesus. First preached by Pastor Chris on April 15, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the final week of our "Journey To The Cross" series, and our Easter Celebration service. This week we explore the death and resurrection of Christ and ask the question, "Do you really believe Jesus rose from the dead?" First preached by Pastor Chris on Sunday, April 4, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our series, "Journey To The Cross," held on Palm Sunday. This week take a snapshot from Palm Sunday, when Jesus rides into Jerusalem. Journey with us. First preached by Pastor Chris on Sunday, March 25, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series leading up to Easter titled, Journey To The Cross. Throughout the series, we're following Jesus to the places where significant events took place on his way to the cross. This week, Pastor Chris stops us in Bethany, at the home of Mary and Martha where Jesus raises Lazarus from the dead. First Preached on March 18, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week one of our series Journey to the Cross, in which we follow Jesus and his ministry here on Earth. This week we begin our journey at the Sea of Galilee, the site of many of Jesus miracles, and the place where he called his first disciples. First preached by Pastor Chris on March 11, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the final week of Reason for God series, in which we've been exploring some of the top questions people have about our faith. This week we answer the question, "Why would a loving God send people to hell?" Pastor Chris explores the reality of Heaven and Hell in this series finale.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our "Reason for God" series in which we tackle the main objections that people have with our faith. This week we answer the question, "Why are Christians such hypocrites?" First preached by Pastor Chris on February 25, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our 6 week series, The Reason for God, based upon the book and small group series by Timothy Keller. This week's question is "Why does God allow suffering?" First preached by Pastor Chris on February 18, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our series "The Reason for God," done in conjunction with our small groups. Each week we take a broad look at one of many objections people have of our faith, while our small groups take a much deeper look into each objection. This week we answer the question, "Is there really only one way to God?" Preached by Pastor Chris on February 4, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 1 of our all-church study The Reason For God, based on the book by Timothy Keller. First preached by Pastor Chris on January 28, 2018.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week Pastor Chris talks about 4 decisions that we can make in 2018 to grow closer to God. First preached on December 31, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of our Advent series Long Expected Jesus, held on Christmas Eve 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 3 of our advent series, Long Expected Jesus. First Preached by guest speaker Richard Thompson on December 17, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our advent series, Long Expected Jesus. First Preached on December 10, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our 2-week series, Love & Hate. This week we talk about what God hates, being separated from the ones he created and loves. Preached by Pastor Chris on November 26th, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week one of our 2-week series, Love & Hate. This week we explore the love of God and the love that God calls us to as believers. Preached by Pastor Chris on November 19, 2017
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Guest Speaker Erick Oguta from Tanzania Africa comes to share with us this week about what God has been doing in his ministry overseas. Erick opens up 2 Peter 3 and shares the gospel.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the final week of our series in James, talking about having a faith that lasts until the end. This week Pastor Chris starts with James 4:13 and goes until the end of the book. First preached by Pastor Chris on November 5, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 6 of our 7 week series in James, taking a look at characteristics of a mature faith. This week we take a look at a faith that submits to God. First preached by Pastor Chris on October 29, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 5 of our series in James, talking about characteristics of a mature faith. This week we talk about a faith that speaks, and the power of words. Preached by Pastor Chris on October 22, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 in our series on Faith. Join us as we go through the book of James and talk about the characteristics of a mature faith. This week we explore faith in action by looking at James 2:14-26. Preached by Pastor Chris on October 15, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 3 of our series in James looking at the characteristics of a mature faith. This week we explore a faith that loves. First preached by Pastor Chris on October 8, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 2 of our series in the book of James, looking at the characteristics of a mature faith. This week we explore a faith that obeys. First preached by Pastor Chris on October 1, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week one of our Journey through the book of James, talking about characteristics of a mature faith. First preached by Pastor Chris on September 24, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, California. This is the final week of our study in Luke 11, focusing on the Lord's Prayer. This week we talk about praying with confidence. Preached by Pastor Chris on September 17, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, California. Week 3 of our series on the Lord's Prayer as found in Luke 11. This week we talk about praying with "shameless audacity." Preached by Pastor Chris on September 10, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 2 of our series on the Lord's prayer as found in Luke 11. This week we talk about praying with desire. Preached by Pastor Chris on September 3, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This week we begin a brand new 4-week series on the Lord's Prayer as found in Luke 11. This sermon was preached by Pastor Chris on August 27th, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is the final week of our series looking at Elisha and some of the miracles he did in 2 Kings. This week Pastor Chris talks about giving God what we have and watching the faithfulness of God shine through. First preached on August 20, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 2 of our series looking at the story of Elisha and gleaning lessons of faith from these stories. This week we talked about taking the small steps, knowing that God will be faithful as we live in faith. Preached on August 13, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week one of our 4 week series on faith in which we take a look at the life of the prophet Elisha in 1 & 2 Kings. This week, Pastor Chris takes a look into Elisha's willingness to "burn the plows" in 1 Kings 19.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 23 of our multiply series in which we explore the idea of becoming disciples who make disciples. This week Pastor Chris talks about the Gospel and the fact that we are called to spread the gospel to all nations.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene, in Fresno, CA. This is week 22 of our series Multiply, in which we explore what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. This week we dive into the early church, what shaped them, and how we can be shaped by the same things. First preached by Pastor Chris on July 16, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene, in Fresno, CA. This is week 21 of our multiply series in which we talk about how we become disciples who make disciples. This week we dive into the Holy Spirit and the role He plays in our lives as we allow him to guide us. First preached by Pastor Chris on July 9, 2017
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 20 of our sermon series, Multiply, in which we talk through what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. This sermon continues our walk through the New Testament by taking a look at the great commission in Matthew 28. First preached by Pastor Chris on July 3, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 19 of our Multiply Series based on the book by Francis Chan. This week we began our journey into the New Testament by diving in to the person of Jesus Christ. Preached by Pastor Chris on June 25, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 18 of our Multiply Series, walking through what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. First preached by Pastor Chris on June 18, 2017. Based on the book Multiply by Francis Chan
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 17 of our Multiply series in which we've been exploring what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. First Preached by Pastor Chris on June 11, 2017. Based on Francis Chan's book, Multiply.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 16 of our Multiply series in which we explore being a disciple who makes disciples. First preached by Pastor Chris on June 4, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Guest Speaker, Pastor Richard Thompson, unpacks Ephesians 4 as he talks about unity within the church as we take part in our own ministries.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 14 of our Multiply series in which we explore what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. First preached by Pastor Chris on May 21, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 13 of our Multiply series in which we explore what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. First preached by Pastor Chris on May 14th, 2017.
Fresno First Church in Fresno, CA. Week 12 of our Multiply series, exploring how we become disciples who make disciples. First preached by Pastor Chris on May 7, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 11 of our all church study - Multiply. Last week we started a journey of the Bible starting with Creation. This week, we explore the fall. First preached by Pastor Chris on April 30, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Our Easter service was a great time of celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This sermon was preached by Pastor Chris on Easter Sunday, April 16, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 3 of our Easter series, "Famous Last Words" in which we look at four phrases that Jesus says while he is on the cross. First preached by Pastor Chris on April 9, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 2 of our Easter series, "Famous Last Words" in which we're taking a look at the words that Jesus said while hanging on the cross. First preached by Pastor Chris on April 2, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene, in Fresno CA. This is week 1 of our Easter series, "Famous Last Words" in which we talk about four different phrases that Jesus says as he is crucified. First preached by Pastor Chris on March 26th, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 8 of our Multiply series in which we explore what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. First preached by Pastor Chris on March 19, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 7 of our all church study, "Multiply", in which we're talking about becoming a disciple who makes disciples. This is the first week of part 3, in which we talk about how to study the Bible. Join us as Pastor Chris talks about "Why we study the Bible". First preached by Pastor Chris on Sunday, March 12, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 6 of our series, "Multiply", in which we finish up Part 2 -- Life in the Church. Originally preached on Sunday, March 5, 2017 by Pastor Chris
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 5 of our Multiply series in which we explore what it means to be a disciple who makes disciples. Originally preached by Pastor Chris on February 26, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. This is week 4 of the series "multiply" based upon the book by Francis Chan. The series also follows what our small groups are studying each week. Originally preached by Pastor Chris on February 19, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 3 of our series "Multiply". First preached by Pastor Chris on February 12, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 2 of our all-church study "Multiply" in which we discuss being a disciple who makes disciples. Originally preached by Pastor Chris on February 5, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 1 of our all-church study "Multiply" in which we discuss being a disciple who makes disciples. Originally preached by Pastor Chris on January 29, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 3 of our "Rooted" series in which we dive into the values we hold at FFC of Connect, Grow, and Serve. Originally preached by Pastor Chris on January 22, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 2 of our "Rooted" series, unpacking our core values of Connect, Grow, and Serve. This sermon was originally preached on January 15, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Special Guest Speaker, District Superintendent Rob Songer, preached on January 8, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 1 of the Rooted series by Pastor Chris. First preached on January 1, 2017.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Sermon from the Christmas Day service, December 25, 2016.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Fourth and final sermon in the Son of God series by Pastor Chris. First preached on December 18, 2016.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 3 of the Son of God Advent series preached by Pastor Chris. First preached on December 11, 2016.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 2 of the Advent series, Son of God, by Pastor Chris. First Preached on December 4, 2016.
Fresno First Church of the Nazarene in Fresno, CA. Week 1 of the advent series, Son of God, by Pastor Chris. First preached on November 27th, 2016.
A sermon about being a church filled with Faith Filled people. Originally preached on November 20, 2016.
Week 4 of Pastor Chris' Sermon Series on Jonah. Originally Preached on November 13, 2016.
Week 3 of Pastor Chris' Sermon Series on Jonah. Originally preached on November 6, 2016
Week 2 of Pastor Chris' Sermon Series on Jonah. Originally preached on October 30, 2016.