Lowcountry Community Church of the Nazarene

03/12/2026

Truth Standing in the Room

Gospel of John18:37–38 (NLT)

Pilate said, “So you are a king?”
Jesus responded, “You say I am a king. Actually, I was born and came into the world to testify to the truth. All who love the truth recognize that what I say is true.”
“What is truth?” Pilate asked. Then he went out again to the people and told them, “He is not guilty of any crime.”

Reflection

In one of the most remarkable moments in history, a Roman governor stood face to face with Jesus Christ.

Pontius Pilate asked a question that echoes across centuries:

“What is truth?”

It is a question people still ask today.

Philosophers debate it.
Cultures redefine it.
Individuals claim to create their own version of it.

Yet the irony of this moment is breathtaking.

Pilate asked the question while the answer was standing directly in front of him.

Jesus had already declared earlier:

“I am the way, the truth, and the life.” (John 14:6)

Truth was not an abstract idea that day.
Truth was a Person.

And that Person stood in Pilate’s courtroom.

But something else in this passage is just as powerful. After questioning Jesus, Pilate turned to the crowd and made a legal declaration:

“He is not guilty of any crime.”

The Roman authority responsible for administering justice examined Jesus and publicly declared Him innocent.

This was not said only once.

Throughout the trial, Pilate repeated that he found no basis for any charge against Him.

In other words, the government judge responsible for the case declared:

Jesus was legally innocent.

Yet the innocent One was still condemned.

Why?

Because the cross was never about Jesus paying for His own guilt.

It was about Him carrying ours.

Scripture tells us:

“Christ suffered for our sins once for all time. He never sinned, but he died for sinners.” (1 Peter 3:18)

The innocent Son of God stood in the place of the guilty.

A Personal Challenge

Pilate’s question is still being asked today:

“What is truth?”

But many people ask the question the same way Pilate did.

They ask it…
and then walk away before hearing the answer.

Some search for truth in politics.
Some search for truth in philosophy.
Some search for truth in personal feelings.

Yet the truth has already been revealed in Jesus Christ.

The real question is not whether truth exists.

The real question is whether we will listen when truth speaks.

Pilate walked out of the room.

But today we are invited to stay, listen, and receive the One who is the Truth.

Prayer

Lord Jesus,
Thank You for standing innocent in the place where we were guilty. You were examined and found without fault, yet You willingly carried our sin to the cross. Help us not to be like Pilate—asking about truth and then turning away. Give us hearts that recognize Your voice and lives that follow Your truth. Let Your truth shape our thinking, guide our decisions, and draw us closer to You each day.

In Your name we pray,
Amen.

03/04/2026

“When we walk with the Lord in the light of His Word
what a glory He sheds on our way!”

02/20/2026

02/18/2026

Church family,

Ash Wednesday came early this year.

So early, in fact, that it almost caught me by surprise. Ash Wednesday is early this year because Easter falls early — on April 5, 2026 — which is set by the spring moon cycle that the Church has followed for centuries.

But the more I sat with it, the more I sensed the Spirit whispering something deeper…

“Be ready.”

Because Ash Wednesday has never been about a date on the calendar —
It has always been about a posture of the heart.

It is the Church’s call to slow down…
To examine…
To repent…
To realign…
To remember who we are — and whose we are.

And isn’t that exactly where the Lord is taking us in this season?

As we walk through our series, “One New People” in Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, we are discovering that unity in the church does not begin in programs, preferences, or personalities…

It begins in spiritual readiness.

Paul writes to believers and reminds them:

You were chosen.
You were adopted.
You were redeemed.
You were sealed.

Before we can live as one people…
We must be rooted in Christ as individuals.

Ash Wednesday invites us to do that heart work.

To lay down pride.
To release division.
To confess sin.
To forgive freely.
To return fully.

Because unity is not built on attendance —
It is built on surrender.

And maybe this early Ash Wednesday is God’s gentle mercy…

Calling us to prepare sooner…

So that what He wants to build among us as One New People will rest on ready hearts.

So I want to invite you — prayerfully and personally —

As we enter this Lenten season…

Ask the Lord:

“Is my heart ready?”
“Is there anything in me that hinders unity?”
“Is there anything I need to lay at the altar?”

Let’s not just study Ephesians…

Let’s be formed by it.

Let’s not just talk about unity…

Let’s prepare our hearts to live it.

Because when hearts are ready…

Unity becomes possible.

And when unity becomes visible…

The world sees Jesus.

I’m praying for you as we step into this sacred season together.

Pastor Jason

09/03/2025

Community Multi-Family Yard, Bake, & Plant Sale – This Saturday!

Join us at Lowcountry Community Church of the Nazarene for our Community Multi-Family Sale:
📅 Saturday, September 6
🕖 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 217 Bonnoitt St
Moncks Corner 29461

You’ll find a variety of great items, including:
• Gently used yard sale treasures
• Homemade baked goods
• Discounted lumber
• Potted plants and flowers

Bring a friend and shop for a good cause — proceeds help support the ministry and outreach of our church.

08/31/2025

“God’s grace in me compels me to give good to those who hurt me, and offers divine help for me to love, forgive, and act in ways I couldn’t on my own”
-Rev Jason Leviner

07/29/2025

Daily Devotion: “Can You Hear It?”
Revelation 3:13
Rev Jason Leviner

Did you hear that? The doorbell!!

Honestly, I didn’t remember what my doorbell sounded like. My house is always full of people—my young adult kids and their friends coming and going. It’s rarely quiet. But just the other day, my youngest son told me he stood outside for 15 minutes ringing the doorbell and knocking. He had forgotten his key. No one heard him. Not because he wasn’t ringing—but because we weren’t listening.

Today is different though. A delivery is on its way—a replacement phone I’ve been waiting on. And suddenly, my ears are trained on that doorbell. I’ll hear it no matter where I am or how loud the house is. Because I’m expecting something. I’m listening on purpose. I can’t afford to miss it.

In Revelation 3:13, the Apostle John, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, wrote to the churches with the same urgency:

“He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” (Revelation 3:13, NKJV)

The book of Revelation is a prophetic and apocalyptic vision given to the Apostle John while he was exiled on the island of Patmos. In chapters 2 and 3, Jesus Himself dictates seven letters to seven real churches in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). Each letter includes commendation, correction, and a call to listen and respond.

Revelation 3:13 is the closing line of the letter to the church in Philadelphia, known as the “faithful church.” Jesus tells them He knows their works, has placed before them an open door no one can shut, and promises to keep them during the time of testing. But He also urges them—and all the churches—to hear what the Spirit is saying.

This verse, repeated at the end of all seven letters, isn’t just a poetic closer. It’s a heavenly alarm bell. It’s as if Jesus is standing at the door, ringing the bell—and too many of us are too distracted to answer.

“He who has an ear…”
This is a spiritual invitation. Not everyone will hear. Not everyone wants to. But everyone has ears. The question is: Are we using them? Jesus often used this phrase in His teaching (Matthew 11:15; Luke 8:8). It was His way of saying, “There’s more here than what you see—pay attention!”

“…let him hear…”
Hearing here doesn’t mean passive acknowledgment—it means active, obedient response.
James 1:22 says:
“But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves.”
To hear and do nothing is to live in deception.

“…what the Spirit says to the churches.”
The Spirit still speaks. He speaks through Scripture, through godly counsel, through conviction in your spirit. But if we’re not listening, we miss His voice—and worse, we risk disobedience. This isn’t just a message for Philadelphia—it’s a message for all churches, all generations, and every believer.

Let’s be honest: we live in a noisy world.

Our schedules are full.
Our phones never stop buzzing.
Our hearts are distracted by news, social media, and personal concerns.

But in the middle of all that noise, God is speaking.
The question is: Are we listening?

Jesus is standing at the door—not just knocking (Revelation 3:20)—but calling through the voice of the Spirit. He’s delivering direction, correction, comfort, and wisdom. But like my son at the front door, how often do we leave Jesus waiting—not because He didn’t call—but because we weren’t tuned in?

Apply It:

1) Listen with Expectation.�Just like I waited for the delivery with my ears on alert, expect God to speak when you open His Word. Don’t approach your quiet time out of habit—approach it as if heaven has a message just for you.

2) Silence the Noise.�Jesus often withdrew to quiet places to pray. We must do the same. Even 15 minutes of silence before the Lord can recalibrate your soul.

3)Test Everything by the Word.�The Spirit always aligns with Scripture. He will never contradict what God has already revealed in His Word.

4) Respond in Obedience.�Hearing is not complete until it turns into action. When God prompts your heart—follow. When He corrects you—repent. When He invites you—say yes.

Scripture References:
John 10:27 – “My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.”
Hebrews 3:15 – “Today, if you will hear His voice, do not harden your hearts.”
Isaiah 30:21 – “Your ears shall hear a word behind you, saying, ‘This is the way, walk in it…’”
1 Timothy 4:1 – “Now the Spirit expressly says…”

Prayer:
Father, open my ears today—not just to the sounds around me, but to Your Spirit. Help me slow down, turn down the volume of the world, and tune in to Your voice. Forgive me for the times I’ve ignored the knock, missed the whisper, or dismissed the nudge. Today, I choose to listen intentionally. Speak, Lord—Your servant is listening. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

06/02/2025

🎉 Welcome to the Family! 🎉

This morning, we had the joy of welcoming three new members into the fellowship of Lowcountry Community Church of the Nazarene! We praise God for how He continues to grow and strengthen His church.

Today’s Membership Sunday message reminded us that God is a restorer, that He remains faithful through every season, and that being part of a local church matters. Despite having the worst financial year in over 2 decades, our attendance doubled in the last year and we’ve had a greater impact on our community. No matter what we face locally or globally, God is still building His Church — and we are honored to be part of it.

To our newest members: We’re so glad you’re here. You’re not just joining a church — you’re joining a family, a mission, and a movement of grace. Welcome home! 💙⛪

05/11/2025

Mother’s Day Devotion: You Can Be the First Link
Scripture: “Paul came to Derbe and then to Lystra, where a disciple named Timothy lived, whose mother was Jewish and a believer…” – Acts 16:1

Reflection:
When the apostle Paul arrived in Lystra, he met a young man named Timothy. Timothy would go on to become one of Paul’s most trusted companions in ministry—a leader in the early church. But before Paul ever met Timothy, there was a mother behind the scenes: Eunice.

Eunice was a Jewish woman who had come to faith in Christ, even though her husband did not share her beliefs. We don’t know all the details of their household, but we do know this—Eunice believed, and she passed that faith on to her son. She didn’t wait for perfect conditions. She didn’t let the absence of a spiritual partner stop her. She simply chose to believe and to raise her son in the truth of God’s Word.

Maybe that’s your story, too. Perhaps you’re the first in your family to follow Jesus. Maybe you’re raising children in faith when your support system feels thin. Maybe you’re planting seeds and haven’t seen the fruit yet. Let this Mother’s Day remind you: God often starts new legacies with one faithful woman.

Like Eunice, you can be the first link in a new chain of blessing. Your faith matters more than you know. Even if no one else sees the prayers you pray, the sacrifices you make, or the love you pour out—God sees. And He’s using it to shape the future.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for the faith of women like Eunice, who believed when it wasn’t easy and planted seeds of faith for the next generation. Help me to be that kind of person—bold, faithful, and trusting in You. Let faith begin with me, and let it flourish in those who come after me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Action Step:
Write down the names of the next generation—your children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, or young people in your life. Pray over them daily this week. Ask God to water the seeds of faith you’re planting and to let your life be a witness that leads them closer to Jesus.

05/10/2025

Daily Devotion for Mother’s Day Week
Title: The First Place of Discipleship

Scripture:
“Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction and do not forsake your mother’s teaching.”
— Proverbs 1:8–9 (NIV)

Reflection:
Before children ever learn to recite a Bible verse or sing a worship song, they watch. They listen. They absorb. And more often than not, the first picture they ever get of Jesus comes through their mother. Her prayers. Her presence. Her patience. A mother’s teaching is not just instruction—it’s formation. Her words echo in the hearts of her children long after they’re grown.

In a world that clamors for attention, a mother’s quiet, faithful discipleship can seem small. But in God’s eyes, it is sacred ground. The kitchen table becomes a pulpit. The bedtime story becomes a catechism. Every correction, every hug, every whispered prayer—these are seeds of the gospel.

As we approach Mother’s Day, we honor not just the role, but the calling. Whether you are a mother, a spiritual mentor, or someone shaped by a godly woman, remember this: discipleship begins at home. And it is holy work.

Prayer:
Father, thank You for the mothers and mentors who have shaped us with truth and love. Give me the grace to teach with gentleness, to guide with wisdom, and to reflect Your heart in my home. Let my life be a living testimony of Your faithfulness.

Action Step:
Reach out to a mother—your own or a spiritual one—and thank her for her influence. Then, look for one opportunity today to speak a word of truth or grace to someone younger in the faith.

05/09/2025

A Legacy of Faith
Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:6–7
“These commandments… are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children…”

Reflection:
Long before children learn to recite verses or attend Sunday school, they are watching and listening. They see how we treat others, how we handle hardship, and how we speak about God when no one else is around. This is where a spiritual legacy is formed—in the ordinary, repeated moments of life. Moses’ words remind us that God’s commandments must first be personal—written on our hearts—before they can be passed down. A mother’s whispered prayers, her steadfast love, her quiet strength—these are seeds of faith planted deep.

Whether you’re a mother, mentor, aunt, or spiritual parent, your faith story matters. Let it be one worth repeating.

Prayer:
God, help me to live a life that reflects Your truth. Let my faith be my legacy.

Action Step:
Share a favorite Scripture or story of God’s faithfulness with someone younger today. Let them see how God has been faithful to you.

05/09/2025

Mother’s Day Devotion – Small Seeds, Eternal Fruit

Scripture:
“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” — Galatians 6:9 (NIV)

Reflection:
Motherhood—and every form of spiritual nurturing—often involves unseen labor. From bedtime prayers to last-minute lunches, from heartfelt conversations to quiet sacrifices, it can all feel like it disappears into the busyness of the day. But God sees every seed you plant. Every word of encouragement, every patient correction, every act of love is a seed with eternal potential.

Even when we don’t see immediate results, God promises a harvest. Faithfulness in the small things is never wasted. Like a gardener who sows in quiet trust, we, too, must believe that God is at work beneath the surface, growing something lasting in the lives we touch.

Prayer:
Lord, when I feel tired or unseen, remind me that my labor in love is not in vain. Strengthen me to keep sowing good things—truth, love, grace—into those around me, trusting that You will bring the harvest.

Action Step:
Think of one child, grandchild, or young person in your life. Speak their name in prayer today. Ask God to bless the seeds you’ve sown and to continue growing His life and love in them.