Alva Church of the Nazarene Alva Oklahoma

We've journeyed through Psalm 23 and discovered much about our identity and God's identity.

While Psalm 23:1-4 reminds us of the shepherd-like qualities Jesus offers us, verse five extends even more intimately to express how God is inviting us in as our host, preparing a table and anointing with oil.

One of the most common tendencies we have as humans (and one of the most dangerous) is to assume we are alone in our struggles. This is especially true in regard to mental health.

Can you sense the Holy Spirit wanting to get up-close-and-personal with you in today's Scripture reading? It's difficult to read this passage of the Good Samaritan and not feel some sort of conviction.

In this beloved Psalm, we are reminded of important characteristics of our God. And what a beautiful place to spend time today-rehearsing what is true of our LORD!

Have you ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or in desperate need of help? We all face moments when life seems to shake us to our core, leaving us wondering where to turn.

Have you ever felt powerless in your faith journey? Like you're trying to swing a bat without any strength behind it? As we celebrate Pentecost, it's time to remember that we're not meant to walk this Christian path alone.

Have you ever felt frustrated when sharing your faith, wondering if you're making any difference at all?

I want to share a message about the kind of hope that walks even when it limps, that believes when the road is hard, and that trusts Jesus when we don't know how the story ends.

Have you ever felt like you were on the outside looking in? Maybe you've experienced that awkward moment when you approach a group of colleagues, only to have their conversation suddenly die out.

This week, I want to explore the deeper question: Why do we celebrate Lent?

We have now entered the Lenten season, a sacred time of reflection as we journey with Jesus toward the cross. Unlike other church seasons...

As the New Year approaches, many of us feel the urge to set resolutions. We promise to eat healthier, exercise more, or boost productivity.

Hey there! Check out this awesome devotional about finding real rest in God. During the summer, we had a series called "Be Still," and I...

Words Create Worlds Ran into this and wow it spoke volumes to me. Consider the weight of your words. -Pastor Charles I came across a...

In this article, coinciding with Mental Health Awareness Month in May, I want to emphasize a critical issue that resonates deeply with many

We’ve all done it. At least I have…and all too often, I’m afraid. I get word of someone’s point of need either through conversation or socia

Published on January 26, 2024 When I wrote my last article in December, I spoke a little bit about taking time away from the busyness of...

2023 was a year that changed my life forever. In this post, I want to write a review on what 2023 brought to my life. It was a year that bro

It does not seem possible that we are in the Advent/Christmas Season. But here we are. We are just a couple of short weeks away from...