Northway Church Sermons: Recent Episodes
Northway Church
Northway Church is a church in Dallas, TX. Northway Church exists to glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ.
In this message we'll look at the why, what, and how of biblical forgiveness.
Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35
In this message, we'll look at the purpose and pathway that Jesus lays out for disciplining children within the household of God when they go astray.
Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20
In this message, we will look at what children teach us about the Father's love, entering the Kingdom, and growing to be people of wise influence.
Scripture: Matthew 18:1-14
In this message, we'll consider what it looks like, as a disciple of Jesus, to express our faith in Him through unceasing, persistent prayer; as well as to express our citizenship in His Kingdom through humble service to our neighbors and civil authorities.
Scripture: Matthew 17:14-27
In this message, we'll look at a preview of Jesus' Second Coming that He provides for three of His disciples. In doing so, we'll consider what it means for us to behold the promise of Christ's future glory for the purposes of enduring through our present sufferings.
Scripture: Matthew 17:1-13
In this message, we'll examine three core characteristics that Jesus uses to define what it means to come after Him as Lord and Savior. In doing so, we'll compare those with many of our cultural definitions, and seek any needed areas of repentance and realignment as His disciples.
Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28
In this message, we'll address the most significant question that has ever been asked, in one of the darkest places it could ever be asked in. In doing so, we'll examine what it looks like for us to confess Jesus as Lord, and be sent as His church, to charge the gates of Hell with the greatest news that has ever been heralded.
Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20
In this text we will see how Jesus teaches us to understand the threat of the Pharisees and Saduccees.
Scripture: Matthew 16:1-12
In this message, we see how Jesus shows His disciples that He is building His church as He calls the unlikely and welcomes the undeserving.
Scripture: Matthew 15:29-39
In this message, we will look at how Jesus responds to the woman with 12 years of bleeding by taking her shame and sharing his honor with her and how he does the same with his children.
Scripture: Mark 5:24-34
In this message, we'll look at the great faith of a Canaanite woman, who received mercy from Jesus in her time of need. In doing so, we'll consider the Gospel of Jesus that both saves us and sends us into a world of need.
Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28
In this message, we will look at Jesus' confrontation with the Pharisees and how unclean hands matter far less than unclean hearts.
Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20
In this message, we look at five key anchors of faith that Jesus promises will hold us in the midst of life's fiercest storms.
Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36
In this message, we'll learn about the sufficiency of Christ as Savior and Sustainer.
Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21
In this message, we'll explore a sobering passage highlighting the consequences of the fear of man, over and against the blessings of the fear of God.
Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12
We all want the benefits of God’s kingdom—but not always the King. This message walks through how God reveals Christ to us, why we resist Him, and how true vision of Jesus transforms us from consumers into worshipers.
Scripture: Matthew 13:51-58
In this message, we will look at Jesus' sobering warning about the net of eternal judgment that is coming for all who reject Him, as well as the the unparalleled treasure of His eternal Kingdom, for all who will receive Him by faith.
Scripture: Matthew 13:44-50
In this message, we'll celebrate the hope and triumph of Jesus' Resurrection by looking at two unique, life-altering encounters at the empty tomb.
Scripture: John 20:1-18
Join us for a week of unbroken prayer in the life of Northway Church. May these moments of guided prayer invite us deeper into Holy Week this year.
Join us for a week of unbroken prayer in the life of Northway Church. May these moments of guided prayer invite us deeper into Holy Week this year.
Join us for a week of unbroken prayer in the life of Northway Church. May these moments of guided prayer invite us deeper into Holy Week this year.
Join us for a week of unbroken prayer in the life of Northway Church. May these moments of guided prayer invite us deeper into Holy Week this year.
Join us for a week of unbroken prayer in the life of Northway Church. May these moments of guided prayer invite us deeper into Holy Week this year.
In this message, we will look at Jesus' sober warning about the Imitation of His Kingdom, as well as His celebratory encouragement about the Expansion & Permeation of His Kingdom, in and through the church.
Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43, 31-33
Join us for a week of unbroken prayer in the life of Northway Church. May these moments of guided prayer invite us deeper into Holy Week this year.
Join us for a week of unbroken prayer in the life of Northway Church. May these moments of guided prayer invite us deeper into Holy Week this year.
In this message, we'll look at Jesus' first parable, in which He teaches about the proclamation of the Kingdom and the receptivity of our hearts to His Gospel.
Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Jesus still speaks to us in parables to pronounce his kingdom, our capacity to listen and understand is an extraordinary kindness and stands in contrast to the world’s continued rejection of him.
Scripture: Matthew 13:10-17, 34-35
In this passage Jesus will clearly define who is in God’s kingdom and who is out.
Scripture: Matthew 12:38-50
In this message, we will examine the peak of national rejection towards Jesus thus far in Matthew's Gospel. In doing so, we'll consider the great purpose behind why Jesus came to earth, the depths of how far His saving grace can reach, and the eternal cost of rejecting Him as Savior.
Scripture: Matthew 12:22-37
In this message, we will look at one of the most pivotal chapters in Matthew, where Jesus' ministry will experience the peak of its persecution thus far--- all over a controversy surrounding the Sabbath. In doing so, we will consider the dangers of legalism, and beauty of Jesus' ministry of grace and mercy.
Scripture: Matthew 12:1-21
In this sermon we will talk about how a commitment to Christ’s love toward one another leads to our value of belonging.
John 13:34-35
In this message, we will see a picture of what it means to be a sent people.
Scripture: Acts 8:4-8
In this message will we consider the value of training at Northway Church.
Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11
In this brief sermon we will discuss how we can remember the gospel when we forget God's grace.
In this message, we'll look at the first of Northway's values, as we consider what it means to hold fast to our confession of faith.
Scripture: Hebrews 10:23
In this message, we'll look at strong words of condemnation that Jesus pronounced on the self-righteous of His day; whose rejection of Jesus resulted in their eternal judgment. But we'll also look at words of comfort that Jesus provided for the weary of His day; who in humble dependence, received Jesus, resulting in their salvation. We'll explore the same hope of Christ that is still available in our day as well.
Scripture: Matthew 11:20-30
In this message, we'll look at some of the doubts John the Baptist began to have about Jesus due to the persecution and imprisonment he was experiencing. In doing so, we'll consider our own doubts and crises of faith, as we look to Jesus and the assurances He provides.
Scripture: Matthew 11:1-19
In this message, we will examine the story of the Magi in order to see God‘s heart for the nations.
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12
In this message, we will reflect on Jesus as Immanuel (God With Us).
Scripture: Isaiah 7:14
In this message, we will look to the last of four unique titles given to our Messiah, Jesus Christ, in Isaiah 9. In doing so, we will seek to prepare our hearts for His coming arrival, so that we might not look to any lesser deliverers for our hope and redemption.
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6
In this message, we will look to the third of four unique titles given to our Messiah, Jesus Christ, in Isaiah 9. In doing so, we will seek to prepare our hearts for His coming arrival, so that we might not look to any lesser deliverers for our hope and redemption.
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6
In this message, we will look to the second of four unique titles given to our Messiah, Jesus Christ in Isaiah 9. In doing so, we will seek to prepare our hearts for His coming arrival, so that we might not look to any lesser deliverers for our hope and redemption.
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6
In this message, we will look to the first of four unique titles given to our Messiah, Jesus Christ in Isaiah 9. In doing so, we will seek to prepare our hearts for His coming arrival, so that we might not look to any lesser deliverers for our hope and redemption.
Scripture: Isaiah 9:6
In this message, we will look at three exhortations Jesus gives to His disciples as they are sent out into a hostile world of persecution. These exhortations are both realities and promises that every Christian must embrace in order to persevere to the end.
Scripture: Matthew 10:26-42
In this message, we'll look at Jesus' words of caution and comfort, given to His disciples as they are sent into the world. In doing so, we'll consider the various persecutions we will face in our Great Commission, and the resources God has given for us to endure!
Scripture: Matthew 10:16-25
In this message, we'll look at the very first mission Jesus' disciples were sent out on, and the instructions He provided them before being sent out. In doing so, we'll consider five principles that help guide us today, as those being sent out through the Great Commission.
Scripture: Matthew 10:5-15
In this message, we will examine the calling of Jesus' disciples for the Kingdom work appointed to them in their day. In doing so, we will consider our calling as disciples for the Kingdom work in our day as well.
Scripture: Matthew 10:1-4
In this passage, Jesus gives the church a vision of how we are called to co-labor with Him for the great harvest He is bringing into His church.
Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38
In this passage, we’ll look at Jesus’ compassion for our hurting world, his recognition of desperate faith, and his ultimate power over death itself as seen in the healings of Jairus’ daughter, the bleeding woman, and three disabled men.
Scripture: Matthew 9:18-34
In this message, we will consider the basis for Christ's forgiveness, as seen through three illustrations Jesus will use, to show how the old covenant has given way to the new through His finished work on the cross.
Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17
In this message, we will examine the extent of just how far the love and forgiveness of Jesus can go, as seen in the story of one of Israel's chief offenders: Matthew, the Tax Collector. In doing so, we'll consider Christ's mercy that is available for sinners like us as well.
Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13
In this message, we'll explore not only Jesus' sovereign power and authority to heal the external, physical condition of a body affected by sin's curse, but also His sovereign power and authority to forgive the internal, spiritual condition of a soul infected by sin itself.
Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8
In this message, we will encounter Jesus' sovereign authority over two demon-possessed men and behold His power, as the Son of God, to deliver us from the domain of darkness into His marvelous light.
Scripture: Matthew 8:28-34
In this message, we'll explore Jesus' sovereign power over the wind and the waves, further vindicating Him as the promised Messianic King, who came not only to still seas, but to save souls.
Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27
In this message, we'll look at three common excuses for why we struggle to follow Jesus, as well as three compelling priorities that will shape us as fully-surrendered disciples.
Scripture: Matthew 8:18-22
In this message, we'll look at the first triad of miracles that Matthew records, demonstrating Jesus' divine power as the promised Messianic King, who not only has the power to heal, but the power to save.
Scripture: Matthew 8:1-17
In this message, we will see what is at the root of so many sins and struggles in life. Proverbs points to a hidden disease of the heart that leads to destruction. We will also see how Christ’s humility is the cure to our disease, leading us to life.
Scripture: Proverbs 3:34, 11:2, 15:33, 16:18, 18:12, 21:4, 25:27, 29:23
In this message, we will learn about the kind of words friends speak and the commitments friends make.
Scripture: Proverbs 27:5-6, 9-10
In this message we will learn about God's design for intentional parenting and discipleship of the next generation.
Scripture: Proverbs 22:6
In this message we will see how the hero wife of Proverbs 31 is a model to us all and a pointer to Jesus.
Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31
In this message, we will walk through the anatomy of slothfulness and seek after God's wisdom for what it means to be a people of discipline, in accordance with His design for flourishing.
Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-11
In this message, we will consider what happens to the trajectory of our lives when we choose to God’s wisdom instead of our own understanding.
Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6
In this message, we work through what it means to be wise or foolish with our sexual desires. The wisdom of God urges us to flee sexual sin and pursue a holy sexuality.
Scripture: Proverbs 23:26-28
In this message we examine what the Bible says about our plans. Who do they belong to? What does God see? And what is our next step in walking in wisdom?
Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-3
In this message, we'll examine the wide array of benefits and blessings that come with a vigorous pursuit of God's wisdom in our lives.
Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22
In this message, we'll explore the purpose of the book of Proverbs, and in doing so, discern the starting point for how to rightly apply God's wisdom in our lives.
Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7
In this message, we'll consider the final words of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount and what it means to respond wisely by building our life and faith upon the Rock of Christ Jesus.
Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29
In this message, Jesus will issue two sobering warnings concerning the path to the Kingdom of Heaven: those who will seek to deceive us concerning salvation and that of our own self-deception. In doing so, we'll consider the implications of those warnings and find encouragement to remain steadfast on the path of Jesus and His righteousness that comes by grace through faith.
Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23
In this message, Jesus will begin the conclusion of his Sermon on the Mount by looking at the first of 4 sets of choices concerning His Kingdom. In doing so, we'll consider two paths that are presented before us, that we might seek to enter the one Jesus Has provided, that leads to new and everlasting life.
Scripture: Matthew 7:12-14
In this message, we will look at Jesus's invitation for us to be persistent in our relationship with God, focusing on our need to need God and the confidence that God will only give us good things.
Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11
In this message, we’ll look at the role the Christian is to play in making judgments on the character and conduct of others lives. In doing so, we'll also be cautioned against various forms of blind hypocrisy that can exist in our own lives.
Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6
In this message, we'll look back at the very first Easter sermon ever preached. In his sermon Peter declares the glorious news that we have been given; a salvation authenticated by God in the life of Jesus, architected by God in the death of Jesus, and accomplished by God through the resurrection of Jesus!
Scripture: Acts 2:22-24
In this message, Jesus will speak to the issue that seeks to cause most of the worry in our lives. Instead of our worry he offers up better currency for us to invest and rest in.
Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34
In this message, Jesus will address the last of three areas of practical worship where we are prone to seek the applause of man: that of praying and fasting. In contrast to the glory-seeking practices of the Pharisees & Gentiles, Jesus will show us a better way to pray and fast: in secret, out of the desire for intimacy with God and dependence upon His Kingdom purposes.
Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18
In this message, Jesus will begin addressing the first of three areas of practical worship where we are prone to seek the applause of man: that of giving to the needy. In contrast to the glory-seeking practices of the Pharisees, Jesus will show us a better way to give: out of the abundance of grace given to us by God, leveraged for His glory and the good of others.
Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4
In this message, Jesus will address how we see and respond to those who seek to take from us or cause us harm.
Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48
In this message, Jesus will address two additional issues from God's law that the Scribes and Pharisees had twisted and found means to avoid keeping: that of marriage/divorce and promise-keeping. Jesus will show the true intent of these laws, in such a way that drives us to Him for His mercy, forgiveness, and righteousness.
Scripture: Matthew 5:31-37
In this message, Jesus will begin addressing the first two of six areas in God's law that the Pharisees and Scribes had twisted into a means of external righteousness: that of murder & adultery. Jesus will show the true root of unrighteousness behind those sins, that exists in all of our hearts: that of anger & lust. In doing so, He will point us to Himself, as our only means of forgiveness and true righteousness.
Scripture: Matthew 5:21-30
In this message, Jesus will proclaim how His teachings were not at odds with the Law of God; but rather, the teachings of the pharisees were. In doing so, we will see how Jesus is the fulfillment of Law, on our behalf, and the very means by which we derive our righteousness before God, apart from our own works.
Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20
In this message, we'll look at what many have described as Jesus' epilogue to the Beatitudes; whereby Jesus will utilize two prominent metaphors to illustrate our kingdom identity and activity that make us distinct in the world: that of "Salt" & "Light."
Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16
In this message, we will look at the introduction of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount, known as the Beatitudes. In doing so, we’ll examine nine blessings that Jesus says identifies and exemplifies the life and reality of those in the Kingdom of Heaven.
Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12
In this message, we’ll see how Jesus begins to talk about the kingdom. This involves turning away from lesser things, following him at all costs, and experiencing the fullness of his power.
Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25
In this message, we'll examine the three temptations that Satan presented to Jesus in the wilderness. In doing so, we'll consider the major implications that His obedience has for us in the midst of our own temptations and failures.
Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11
In this message, we'll look at the baptism of Jesus Christ. In doing so, we'll consider how His baptism is a fulfillment of righteousness, and why that is such good news for us today.
Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17
In this message, we'll look at the ministry of John the Baptist, who served as Jesus' forerunner, announcing His arrival and coming Kingdom. We'll examine his message of repentance and baptism and consider what it means for us to turn from our sin and trust in Jesus as our Savior & King.
Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12
In this message, we open the new year by looking at God’s unconditional love for the weary perfectionist through the story of Mary and Martha. In doing so, we will meditate on the free gift of grace and man’s inability to receive it on any merit other than the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Luke 10:38-42
In this message, we'll look at three mini-stories following the birth of Jesus; all of which Matthew sees as proof from the Old Testament that Jesus is indeed the promised Messianic King who not only identifies with the sufferings and sorrows of His people, but has come to serve as the greater Moses to bring deliverance from the bondage of sin.
Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23
In this message, we'll look at the story of the Wise Men who came from afar to worship King Jesus, along with their encounter of King Herod. In doing so, we'll look at the conflict that has historically existed between the Kingdom of God and the kingdoms of man, and be encouraged to receive Matthew's invitation to submission and worship of our true King and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12
In this message, we'll look at the birth of Jesus as told through the lens of Joseph. In doing so we'll learn why Joseph was willing to believe that the child in his fiancée's womb was indeed conceived of the Holy Spirit and born to save His people from their sins. We will then explore why Jesus is worthy of our belief and trust for salvation as well.
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
In this message, we'll look at the genealogy of Jesus Christ; proving Him to be the rightful, and long-awaited Messianic King, who has come to save us from our sins.
Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17
In this message, we’ll look at some of the major expectations in the first century concerning the promised Messiah and His Kingdom— and why it was that so many people missed Jesus when He came. In doing so, we’ll consider some of the same temptations in our day, and how Matthew faithfully serves to point us to the true King & Kingdom as found in Jesus Christ. Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7
In this message, we will examine some of the prophecies given to Daniel concerning the very end of human history. In doing so, we will consider our assured hope of Jesus' triumphant return, where He will overthrow all enemies, raise the dead, and set up His eternal Kingdom where we shall rule with Him forever.
Scripture: Daniel 11:36-12:13
In this message, we will look at one of the most detailed prophecies in all of the bible concerning the future of Israel and the sufferings they would endure in preparation for the coming Messiah. In doing so, we will see God’s sovereign authority over human governments, as well as His redemptive purposes for His people who are under them-- so that we might place our hope in Him.
Scripture: Daniel 11:1-35
In this message, we will have the curtains pulled back from the conflict going on in our earthly realm, to see the conflict going on in the heavenly realm. In doing so, we see how God uses our prayers to accomplish His redemptive purposes in both.
Scripture: Daniel 10:1-21
In this message, we will look at one of the most difficult, yet beautifully precise prophecies concerning God’s redemptive plan for the ages. In doing so, we will be encouraged to look to Jesus as our appointed Messiah and Savior.
Scripture: Daniel 9:20-27
In this message, we'll look at how amidst suffering and longing to understand what God is doing, Daniel prays. In doing so, he gives us a model prayer for how to commune with God.
Scripture: Daniel 9:1-19
In this message, we’ll look at Daniel’s near-term vision concerning Antiochus Epiphanes as the foreshadow of the Antichrist to come. We’ll consider how this prophecy encourages and emboldens God’s people to press on in faith and obedience to Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Daniel 8:1-27
In this message, we’ll look at Daniel’s visions of the four beasts, the Ancient of Days, and the Son of Man. In doing so, we’ll find prophetic hope in God’s revelation of the future. Seeing that in the end, Jesus Christ will have the final say over the earth and His Kingdom will be established forever and ever.
Scripture: Daniel 7:1-28
In this message, we’ll look at the miraculous story of God’s deliverance of Daniel from both the mouths of lions, and the schemes of men. In doing so, we’ll consider five faith lessons for all followers of Christ who are experiencing persecution for their faith, along with one amazingly divine parallel.
Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28
In this message, we'll see that the writing on the wall is the judgement of God that stops us in our tracks. We will also look at what the message to the King of Babylon was and what it means for us.
Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31
In this message, we’ll look at the humbling of Nebuchadnezzar and his testimony that it is “the Lord Most High who rules over the earth-- not men.” In doing so, we’ll look at the pride that exists in our own hearts, and the example of the humility of Jesus Christ that leads us to faith & repentance.
Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37
In this message, we’ll look at one of the most famous passages in all the Bible-- the story of Daniel’s friends and the fiery furnace. In doing so, we’ll consider what it looks like for God’s people to remain faithful in our worship of Him in the midst of suffering and not bow down to the idols of our day.
Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30
In this message, we’ll look at Nebuchadnezzar’s dream and its interpretation given to Daniel by God. In doing so, we will see that God is the one who is able to reveal the future, because He is the one who rules over it; therefore we can have hope in the midst of uncertain times.
Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49
In this message we will see how God's grace is brightest amidst our most challenging days.
Scripture: Lamentations 3
In this message, we’ll examine Judah’s isolation, indoctrination, and assimilation while in exile in Babylon. In doing so, we’ll learn of Daniel and his friends' faithfulness to God amidst temptation & compromise. We will also consider what faithfulness looks like for us as followers of Christ in a hostile world.
Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21
In this message, we’ll look at the beautiful feet that bring the good news of Jesus Christ to the nations. In doing so, we'll consider the role we each get to play in that mission.
Scripture: Romans 10:10-15
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s final words ever recorded in Scripture, shortly before his own execution, exhorting Timothy to carry on the mantle of proclaiming the Gospel. In doing so, we’ll consider our own lives and the ministry of Gospel proclamation that we have been entrusted with, that we might finish our race well.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-22
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s exhortation to Timothy to continue in his life-long following of the truth of God’s Word. In doing so, we’ll consider the significance of the inspired Word of God and its role in our lives.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s warning to Timothy concerning some of difficulties the church will face in these last days. In doing so, we’ll consider some of the errors that we are to avoid in order for the church to stay healthy, empowered, and on mission.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s exhortations to Timothy and learn about building our lives on truth, considering our trajectories, and living wisely together.
Scripture: 2 Tim 2:14-26
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s exhortations to Timothy for both the means and motivation to press on and endure suffering for the sake of proclaiming the Gospel and making disciples of Jesus Christ
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-13
In this message, we’ll consider five key exhortations for enduring suffering for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8-18
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s words of encouragement for a weary and timid pastor who is in need of some re-kindling. In doing so, we’ll consider our own need for renewal and refreshment in the Lord in order to press on for the Gospel work He has set before us.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-7
In this message, we’ll examine how the Gospel of Jesus Christ transforms the church live distinctly and bear the fruit of good works within the world we have been sent to reach.
Scripture: Titus 3:1-15
In this message, we’ll see not only that God saves us but when He does it. The hope is that you walk away with a bigger view of God, bigger view of our sin, and smaller view of self.”
Ephesians 1:3-14
In this message, we'll see how the grace that saves is also the grace that sanctifies. How life yoked to Christ teaches us how to walk wisely, live with the end in mind, and how God uses pastors to this end.
Scripture: Titus 2:11-15
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s instruction to Titus concerning five different relational demographics within the church. In doing so, we’ll consider how the Gospel transforms and re-orders the roles and conduct within each of those relationships in order to strengthen our witness for Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Titus 2:1-10
In this message, we’ll look at some of the false gospels that were influencing the church at Crete in their day (as well as in ours). In doing so, we’ll consider Paul’s instruction for ordering the church so that we might remain steadfast in faith, sound in doctrine, and live transformed lives that come from the true Gospel of grace found in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Titus 1:1-16
In this message, we will look at the unique ways Paul teaches us to approach hope, suffering, & prayer.
Scripture: Romans 12:12
In this message, Paul will show us practical ways to ensure our pursuit of Jesus, while on this earth, remains unstained and unhindered until Christ’s return.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-21
In this message, we’ll unpack Paul’s exhortations for us to guard against both the false teachers’, as well as our own insatiable thirst for wealth in this present age. In doing so, we’ll explore the freedom that comes with finding our contentment in the riches of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-10
In this message, we'll look to Paul's instructions regarding relationships between bondservants and masters, how we're to understand the institution of slavery in the first century, and how the gospel radically changed the way we are to honor one another as image bearers. Moreover, we'll see how our behavior uniquely manifests the life of Christ to others, especially to our coworkers.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-2
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s instructions to Timothy for how the church is to care and contend for the office of elder; in such a way as to ensure that the purity & mission of the church goes unhindered.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-25
In this message, we’ll look at Paul’s instructions to Timothy for how the church is to discern and care for the needs of the most vulnerable among us; both within our own households, and the household of God.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-16
In this message, we’ll look at the raising of Lazarus from the dead as the validation of Jesus’ claim to be the Resurrection and the Life. In doing so, we’ll consider the glorious implications that come from trusting in Jesus as our risen King.
Scripture: John 11:17-27
In this message we will look at the importance of spiritual fitness in the life of the pastor and the church.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16
In this message, we’ll look at an issue that the Spirit warns will plague the church until Christ returns: the issue of Apostasy. In doing so, we’ll examine how and why professing Christians fall away from the faith, as well as how we are called to guard against it in our own lives and in the life of the church.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5
In this message, we will see what Paul conveys as the the heart behind his letter, that we would see ourselves as a family of the redeemed rooted in the reality of the gospel.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16
In this message, we’ll look at the qualifications that are required for the office of Deacon and the importance of the role they play in serving practical needs of the church.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13
In this message, we'll look at how God’s love changes us, drives us toward one another, and draws our neighbors in.
Scripture: John 13:34
In this message, we’ll look at the qualifications that are required for the office of Elder. In doing so, we’ll consider how many of these qualifications exemplify what should be true for all members of Christ’s church.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7
In this message we’ll consider some of the unique commands and prohibitions given by the Apostle Paul concerning men and women in the local church. In doing so, we’ll explore God’s beautiful, complementary design that is intended for our flourishing.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8-15
In this message we’ll look at what the Apostle Paul decreed should be the top priority in a church’s gathering: prayer. Specifically, the kind of prayer that aligns with God’s nature and purpose in the world; which is to save sinners through the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7
In this message we’ll celebrate the greatest news that has ever been delivered to a sinful humanity, as well as contend for why it must be preserved & proclaimed at all costs.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-20
In this message, we’ll look at the one thing the church of Jesus Christ must guard at all costs: The Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-11
In this message, we’ll look at the Israel's wilderness journey and discover exactly where God brought them and why He did so. In doing so, we’ll explore what it looks like to truly know God in our own wilderness journeys'.
Scripture: Exodus 16 & Psalm 106
In this message, we'll consider how God calls us to speak (and not to speak) to one another in a way that builds His Kingdom and prepares us for life with Jesus.
Scripture: James 3:1-12
In this message, we’ll be encouraged to seek the lost and point them to Jesus who can save them. Scripture: Luke 19:1-10
In this message we will look at Jesus through the eyes of the Shepherds. We’ll see that, on their spiritual journey, they find unexpected comfort, deepen the curiosity of their faith, and develop a satisfied heart. We’ll discover the same for us as well.
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20
In this message we will look at Jesus through the eyes of Mary. We'll see the significance of Jesus as her son, her stigma, and her song and seek to understand what that means for us.
Scripture: Luke 1:26-38
In this message we will see Jesus through the eyes of the Wise Men. We will learn the joy in the journey to meet the new born king and see how that is our best hope for this Advent season and beyond. Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12
In this message, we''ll learn more about Herod the Great, understand why Jesus was a threat to Herod, see what Herod shows us about the human heart, and show why Jesus is a better king than Herod.
Scripture: Matthew 2
We kick off our advent series by looking at Jesus through the eyes of Simeon, and old Jewish man who exemplified Israel's eager longing for the promised Deliverer. In his poetic words to Mary and Joseph, we see both the joyful celebration of the Messiah's advent and a grave prophesy of the earth-shaking change His dawning kingdom would bring.
Scripture: Luke 2:25-35
Simeon waited with great anticipation for the coming of the Messiah, and his life exemplifies what it looks like to wait on the Lord with confident hope and expectation. Listen as we take a look at his perspective on the birth of our Savior.
Credits
Written by: Lori Hearn
Testimony: Alicia Gregory
Song: “The Magnificat” by Northway Collective
In this final message form our series "Genesis", we'll see a powerful story of forgiveness and salvation sandwiched between two deaths. These events point us to the greater story in Genesis: that God is faithful to His promise to bring about a Savior in Jesus Christ, who will forgive us of our sins and bring us safely into His presence.
Scripture: Genesis 49:29-50:26
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll examine the prophetic oracles that Jacob pronounced over each of his sons. In doing so, we will be pointed to the hope and fulfillment of our long awaited Messianic King who God promised would come in Genesis 3:15.
Scripture: Genesis 49:1-28
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll see how God is our wise and loving provider.
Scripture: Genesis 46-48
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll see the climactic encounter of Joseph revealing his identity and extending forgiveness and reconciliation to his brothers. In doing so, we'll consider the implications of the forgiveness and reconciliation that we have received in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 45:1-28
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll look at the two elaborate tests that Joseph lays out in order to see if his brothers have truly changed, some twenty years after they originally sinned against him. In doing so, we'll consider the role of guilt and sorrow in our own lives, and how the kindness of God leads us to repentance and salvation in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 42-44
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll look at Joseph's interpretation of Pharaoh's dreams. In doing so, we'll consider the implications of God's sovereign rule over the affairs of the nations on behalf of His children.
Scripture: Genesis 41: 1-57
In this message form our series "Genesis", we see that Joseph's suffering has gotten worse, but God will not waste his compounded agony. Joseph will use his gifts and tell the truth amidst his hardship. Even though the outcome doesn't go the way he wants, God has not forgotten him. In this message, we will talk about what to do when suffering gets worse.
Scripture: Genesis 40:1-23
In this message form our series "Genesis", we will see how it was not only the providence of God that was over Joseph's sufferings, but also the presence of God in his sufferings, that allowed him to serve faithfully, flee immorality, and endure injustice. In so doing, we'll learn about how practicing the presence of God helps us too.
Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll introduce the story of Judah and his sin against his daughter-in-law, Tamar. In doing so, we'll see how God's providence not only uses the sins committed against us to bring forth eternal good, but also the very sins we have committed against others.
Scripture: Genesis 38:1-30
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll introduce the story of Joseph and his being sold into slavery at the hands of his brothers. In doing so, we'll examine the theological doctrine of "The Providence of God" and how it plays itself out in this story, and in all the lives of God's children.
Scripture: Genesis 37:1-36
In this message form our series "Genesis", we examine God's faithfulness to His promises as evidenced through Esau's descendants. We will see that God has regard for Edom on account of His covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
Scripture: Genesis 36:1-43
In this message we learn from Jesus, who teaches us how to pray.
Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13
In this message, we'll look at one of the key "sending" passages of Scripture to understand Jesus' mission and how we join him in His work.
Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll look at the repentance, renewal, and return that Jacob experienced from God after a season of backsliding. In doing so, we'll see how that same grace and mercy is available for us in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 35:1-29
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll see the tragic consequences that unfold from Jacob's decision to stop short of Bethel.
Scripture: Genesis 34:1-31
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll look at Jacob and Esau's reconciliation story. We will learn that God can change hearts, restore relationships, and keep His promises.
Scripture: Genesis 33:1-20
In this message form our series "Genesis", we'll look at Jacob's wrestling with God. In doing so, we'll consider our own strivings with God and how His strength is more than sufficient for us in our weakness.
Scripture: Genesis 32:1-32
In this message from our series "Genesis", we will see how God provides for Jacob’s growing family and safely delivers him from Laban.
Scripture: Genesis Chapter 31
In this message from our series, "Genesis", we’ll consider the sovereign and redemptive work of God in the story of Jacob’s descendants.
Scripture: Genesis 29:31-30:24
In this message from our series "Genesis", Jacob’s saga continues as the LORD leads him safely to his destination in Haran. After encountering God so powerfully at Bethel, he now seems to be trying to make his own way, leading to some very complicating circumstances which will have long-term consequences on his life and legacy. Join us as we consider some important lessons from this scripture.
Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll look at Jacob’s dream of a ladder reaching into heaven; and how this encounter with God’s presence utterly transforms his life. In doing so, we’ll consider how Jesus proves to be the greater ladder who ushers us into God’s presence and utterly transforms our lives.
Genesis 28:1-22
In this message from our series "Genesis" , we'll see that God's will prevails, His blessing is transferred to Jacob, and thus God's plan of redemption moves forward.
Scripture: Genesis 27: 1-46
In this message we’ll trace the covenantal promises of God through life of Isaac. In doing so, we’ll look at 4 unique highlights that were intentionally mirrored from the life of his father, Abraham, and their unique lessons for us.
Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35
In this message from our series "Genesis", we will look to the life of Esau as a negative example to show us how we might live a life of faith that sees a bigger perspective, is satisfied with a supeior pleasure, and stands on an unshakeable foundation.
Scripture: Genesis 25:27-34
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll close out the story of Abraham, taking a look at the various nations that have come through his many sons. In doing so, we will see how God’s sovereign electing grace secures His promise and plan of redemption over against any threat that may come against us.
Genesis 25:1-26
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll examine one of the greatest love stories in the bible, that of Isaac & Rebekah. In doing so, we’ll also consider God’s electing love for us in Christ Jesus.
Scripture: Genesis 24:1-67
In this passage from our series "Genesis", we see a husband (Abraham) who weeps over the death of his beloved bride, who cares deeply to provide a final resting place that is consistent with God’s promise to them. In Jesus, the greater Abraham, we also see a husband who weeps over death and also cares deeply about our final place of rest.
Scripture: Gen 23:1-20
In this message, we’ll look at the biggest test of faith thus far in the faith journey of Abraham: the sacrifice of his promised son, Isaac. In doing so, we’ll consider not only how we can trust God to provide in our own tests of faith; but also how this text points us to God’s ultimate provision in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 22:1-24
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll examine Abraham’s encounter with Abimelech in Beersheba. In doing so, we consider what it means for us to live peaceably, righteously, and eternally, as sojourner’s in a land of promise.
Scripture: Genesis 21:22-34
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll see how God’s promise is fulfilled in the birth of Isaac and (by looking at a New Testament parallel passage) how this promise can be applied in the truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21 and Galatians 4:22-31
In this message, we’ll consider the resurrection of Jesus Christ through the lens of one of the most famously labeled skeptics in the Bible: Thomas. In doing so, we’ll see how Jesus meets us in our doubts, moves us to belief, and gives us everlasting life.
Scripture: John 20:24-31
In this message from our series "Genesis", we will see an old familiar sin repeat itself in Abraham’s life. In doing so, we’ll consider the rerun episodes in our own lives, as well as the invincibility of God to fulfill His purposes despite them.
Scripture: Genesis 20:1-18
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll examine one of the darkest passages in all the bible. As we consider the devastating effects of sin and judgment, we’ll also consider the relentless mercy of God that has come, in Jesus Christ, to save sinners like us.
Scripture: Genesis 19:1-38
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll consider how Abraham’s intercession before God points to the promise of the gospel of Jesus Christ, and how this promise shapes our own ministry to our city.
Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33
In this message from our series "Genesis" we'll look at Sarah's response to God appearing with the promise of blessing to us. Do we laugh like Sarah, limiting the possibility of what he can do, or do we believe that nothing is too hard for God?
Scripture: Gen 18:1-15
In this message from our series "Genesis" we’ll look at two signs (one personal, one corporate) that God gives to Abram & Sarai to represent His covenantal promises to them. In doing so, we also examine the sign we’ve been given under the New Covenant in Christ, and the meaning it carries for our lives. Scripture: Genesis 17:1-27
In this message from our series "Genesis:, we’ll look at the story of Hagar as we consider how sin distorts our desires and devalues others, how God redeems our brokenness and truly sees us, and how the good news of Jesus is for the nameless and the outcast.
Scripture: Genesis 16:1-15
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll examine one of the most significant passages in all of the Bible. In doing so, we’ll consider 3 anchors of God’s covenant that hold our faith in tact as we wait between His promise & provision.
Scripture: Genesis 15:1-21
In this message from our series "Genesis", we'll look at Abram's encounter with the Priest/King Melchizedek and how he foreshadows Jesus, the priest who puts our soul at rest and the king who leads us well.
Scripture: Genesis 14:18-20
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll look Abram’s miraculous rescue of Lot, in what is the first recorded battle in Scripture. In doing so, we’ll consider how this text anticipates our own rescue that has come through Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll consider from the lives of Abram & Lot, two types of eyes by which we can view our purpose in the world with: one of faith, that leads to life & redemption; or one of flesh, that leads to death & destruction. Scripture: Genesis 13:1-18
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll look at an episode of faithlessness in Abram’s life to see how the promises of God cannot be thwarted by human intervention.
Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20
In this message from our series "Genesis", we’ll explore the promises of God made to Abraham concerning His redemptive purposes, as well as Abraham’s response to believe and obey.Use the 9am recording (or 11:15am… don’t care)
Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9
In this message from our series "Worthy of Our Songs", we’ll see how this famous Christmas Carol points to the promised return of Christ as the source of our greatest joy.
Scripture: Psalm 98
In this message from our series "Worthy of Our Songs", we'll celebrate the birth of our Savior and the peace He has brought us, as seen through the lens of this classic hymn.
In this message from our series "Worthy of Our Songs", we'll consider the promise of God's grace, the promise of God identifying with us, and the promise of God's restoration.
In this message from our series "Worthy of Our Songs", we’ll examine the greatest birth announcement that has ever been recorded in human history, and how its meaning came to inspire one of the most classic Christmas hymns of all time.
Scripture: Luke 2:8-20
In this message from our series "Worthy Of Our Songs" we’ll consider the story of Simeon from Luke 2, as well as Charles Wesley’s classic hymn Come Thou Long Expected Jesus, so that our hearts can be encouraged as we are wait for the joy of every longing heart, Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Luke 2:22-35
In this message from our series "Worthy of Our Songs", we’ll explore the classic Advent hymn, O Come, O Come Emmanuel. In doing so, we’ll consider its historical origin, theological meaning, and why this hymn is worthy of our singing.
Scripture: Various Isiah Passages
In this message from our series "Letters To The Church", we’ll explore what it means to be a church marked by faithfulness in our dependency upon the sufficiency of Christ, rather than our own self-reliant efforts.
Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22
In this message from our series "Letters To The Church", we’ll explore what it means to be a church marked by faithfulness in our witness for Jesus Christ and the proclamation of His Gospel.Use the 11:15am recordings.
Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13
In this message from our series "Letters To The Church", we’ll explore what it means to be a church marked by faithfulness in holding fast to the truths of God’s Word, in a day when so many others are syncretizing with false ideologies.
Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6
In this message from our series "Letters To The Church", we’ll explore what it means to be a church marked by faithfulness in the various arenas of work & service the Lord has called us into.
Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29
In this message from our series "Letters To The Church", we’ll explore what it means to be a church marked by faithfulness in our worship & allegiance to Jesus in a day when there are so many competing altars of worship around us.
Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17
In this message from our series "Letters To The Church",we’ll explore what it means to be a church marked by faithfulness in our persecution & suffering for the name of Jesus Christ
Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11
In this message from our series "Letters To The Church", we’ll explore what it means to a church marked by faithfulness in our love & devotion for Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7
In this message, we'll discuss a biblical understanding of baptism and how baptism expresses our hope in Christ through the gospel.
Scripture: Matthew 18:19-20; Romans 6:3-4
In this message, we’ll discuss Jesus’ call to childlike faith and how his fatherly heart towards children exemplifies the way we should love and learn from the littlest among us.
Scripture: Mark 10: 13-16
In this message we’ll consider the vertical grace we have received in our adoption as sons and daughters of God, and how it informs the horizontal grace of our caring for the orphans among us.
Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7
In this message we'll look at two seekers of Jesus, the sinful woman and Simon the Pharisee. We will see how it's the sinful woman who leads us towards an extravagant love for Jesus rooted in extravagant grace from Jesus.
Scripture: Luke 7:36-50
In this message we’ll examine the importance of praying for God’s revealed will to be embraced in our lives and the lives of the church.
Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14
In this message, we'll look at some of the central prayers the Apostle Paul makes for his friends while in prison. He doesn't pray for a change of circumstances but instead he prays for spiritual strengthening and an experience of the matchless love of God.
Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21
Jeremiah makes a mistake in his honest complaint before God, namely, failing to believe in God’s goodness by calling him deceptive. This passage looks at Jeremiah’s complaint, the positive and negative aspects of his appeal, his critical mistake and God’s loving correction.
Scripture: Jeremiah 15:15-19
In this message we’ll examine one of the prayer’s of the early church, when they found themselves persecuted for sharing their faith. We consider what it looks like for us to trust in the Lord for boldness in our times of persecution.
Scripture: Acts 4:23-31
In this message we'll look at Nehemiah's prayer in response to Israel’s suffering and how this leads us in our own responses of prayer before the Lord.
Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11
In this message we’ll consider the invitation from Jesus to the greatest wedding banquet ever offered, and the response of His people to that invitation.
Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14
In this sermon, we kick off our new series A Praying Life taking a look at the Lord's Prayer and the unthinkable invitation to commune with our Father.
Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13
In this sermon we will see that God is sovereign over the nations and that He will accomplish His redemptive purposes despite humanity’s sinfulness.
Scripture: Genesis 10-11
In this message, we will look at the conclusion of Noah’s story as we see how a seemingly disconnected narrative leads us the gospel of Jesus.
Scripture: Genesis 9: 19-29
In this message, we see how baptism is a picture of the newness of the life we get to walk in because of our unification with Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Romans 6:3-4
In this message we’ll look at the faithfulness of God in the unilateral covenant He makes with His creation, along with the implications this promise has upon our lives.
Scripture: Genesis 9:1-17
In this message we’ll examine four biblical themes that the historical flood account points us towards in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 6:9-8:22
In this message we’ll look at God’s response to the increasing wickedness of humanity in the time of Noah, and how God's grace shown to Noah looks forward to that same grace displayed in the work of Jesus.
Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8
In this message we’ll explore the significance of Enoch in the line of Seth and consider his example of what it looks like to look to Jesus for our rest & relief in a dark world.
Scripture: Genesis 5:1-32
In this message we’ll explore two different genealogies of Adam & Eve’s sons, along with the two contrasting cultures they represent: a culture of rebellion and a culture of worship. In doing so, we’ll consider the implications of these cultures in our lives and upon our world, as well as the hope of Christ they point us towards.
Scripture: Genesis 4:17-26
In this message, we will see how the story of Cain and Abel illustrates the contrast between faith and unbelief in our lives, the devastating effect of sin, but the power of the blood of Jesus to “speak a better word than the blood of Abel.”
Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16
In this message, we’ll look at the church in Antioch to discover the core characteristics of a training and sending church, as we consider how God is leading Northway to a similar vision for gospel ministry.
Scripture: Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3
In this message, we will look at the implications of sin’s curse upon humanity and the world around us. In doing so, we will also consider to the hope of our Savior who has come to forgive, redeem, and restore that which sin has broken
Scripture: Genesis 3:8-24
In this message we will examine the darkest event that has ever occurred in human history: the day that sin entered the world, In doing so, we’ll consider the origin of evil, the schemes of the Devil in his temptations towards sin, and our ultimate hope in the final Adam who has come to rescue us from the effects of sin caused by the first Adam.
Scripture: Genesis 3:1-7
In this message we’ll consider three observations concerning the resurrection of Jesus Christ and their profound implications on our lives.
Scripture: Luke 24:1-12
In this message we will examine God’s beautiful & complementary design for men and women, while exploring the first marriage and its ultimate meaning for humanity.
Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25
In this message we’ll look more closely at the first chapter of humanity’s story and it how it points forward to the greater story of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Genesis 2:4-17
In this message we’ll examine what it meant for God to have rested on the 7th Day, and explore the implications that His Sabbath rest has on our lives today
Scripture: Genesis 2:1-3
In this sermon, we consider what it means to be a human being made in the image of God, and how this truth informs our purpose in life through the gospel.
Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31
In this message we’ll look at the first six days of creation and see how God forms and fills the heavens and the earth as a display of His goodness and glory.
Scripture: Genesis 2:2-25
As we open our series in the book of Genesis, we’ll explore what may very well be the most important verse in the entire Bible, as we consider the implications of God as Creator.
Scripture: Genesis 1:1
In this message, we’ll look at what it means to follow Jesus by reflecting His Gospel love to the world around us.
Scripture: John 13:34-35
In this message, we’ll look at what it means to follow Jesus by relinquishing our rights to what He owns and stewarding the resources He’s given us for His Kingdom purposes.
Scripture: Luke 14:26-35 & Luke 18:15-23
In this message, we’ll look at what it means to follow Jesus with a daily commitment to walking in His footsteps & conforming to His image.
Scripture: Mark 8:34 & Luke 9:57-62
In this message, we’ll look at what it means to follow Jesus with a daily commitment to reconciling our lives through His work on the cross.
Scripture: Mark 8:34 & Luke 9:23
In this message, we’ll look at what it means to follow Jesus with a daily commitment to denying ourselves as the central focus of our life.
Scripture: Mark 8:27-36
In this message, we’ll look at what it means to follow Jesus with an abiding devotion to His Word as the governing voice over our life.
Scripture: John 8:31 & John 15:1-11
In this message, we’ll look at what it means to follow Jesus with a supreme and incomparable love for Him above all other loves.
Scripture: Matthew 10:34-37 & Luke 14:26
In this message, we will consider together what the purpose of doubt and disorientation in the life of a follower of Jesus.
Scripture: John 11:1-41
In this message, we’ll examine three important reasons why Jesus came to earth and took on flesh; each one serving as proof that God is for us and not against us.
Scripture: Hebrews 2:9-18
In this message, we'll see how the King left His throne to come among us; full of grace and truth.
Scripture: John 1:14
In this message, we'll look to the promised King who emptied Himself to become fully God and fully man.
Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11
In this message, we’ll consider the preeminence of Christ in both His pre-incarnate position as Lord of creation, as well as His incarnate purpose as Head of the church.
Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20
In this message, we’ll close out our study in the book of Romans by looking at some of the significant recipients of the Gospel in Rome, as well as consider some final exhortations concerning the work of the Gospel in our own lives.
Scripture: Romans 16:1-27
In this message, we'll look to how the book of Romans calls believers to walk in the way of the Kingdom by inviting others into the life and ministry of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Romans 15:14-33
In this message, we’ll look at what it means to bear with the failings of the week, and how Scripture equips us all in our ministry in the hope of the gospel.
Scripture: Romans 15:1-13
In this message, we’ll explore how the Gospel of Jesus Christ helps transform the way we engage with other Christians whom we may disagree with concerning certain gray issues that Bible doesn’t explicitly speak to.
Scripture: Romans 14:13-23
In this message, we’ll explore how the Gospel of Jesus Christ helps transform the way we engage with other Christians whom we may disagree with concerning certain gray issues that Bible doesn’t explicitly speak to.
Scripture: Romans 14:1-12
In this message, we’ll explore how the mercy of God compels us to love our neighbors well and live distinctly on mission for Christ & His Kingdom.
Scripture: Romans 13:8-14
In this message, we'll look at the gospel and how it calls us both to submit to our government while knowing our citizenship is in heaven.
Scripture: Romans 13:1-7
In this message, we look at the characteristics of true Christian love, three threats that can keep us from a life of love, and how the love of Jesus overcomes those threats.
Scripture: Romans 12:9-21
In this message, we’ll see how the mercy of God transforms our relationship with one another as members of Christ’s body, and how the Spirit of God resources us to be built up as Christ’s Church.
Scripture: Romans 12:3-8
In this message, we’ll see how the mercy of God given to the Church in Jesus Christ completely transforms our worship of Him.
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2
In this message, we'll look to Jesus as our sent savior who invites us into His sending mission for the Kingdom.
Scripture: Acts 11:19-30; 13:1-3
In this message, we will look at God’s pattern for training and equipping in the church to further pursue his mission to make disciples of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16
In this message, we'll see how the servant King invites us to join alongside Him in his serving to those around us.
Scripture: Mark 10:35-45
Sources that were influential in the content of this sermon:
- "Hidden Worldviews: Eight Cultural Stories That Shape Our Lives" by Steve Wilkens and Mark Sanford
- "Saturate: Being Disciples of Jesus in the Everyday Stuff of Life" by Jeff Vanderstelt
In this message, we will see why God created us for community and how, as members, we can experience deep community with one another in the days ahead.
Scripture: John 13:34-35
In this message, we’ll consider both the history and theology behind the church’s practice of gathering together on Sundays, as well as the unique need for us to continue doing so in the days ahead.
Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25
In this message, we’ll look at the core truths of scripture that have unified the church throughout history, and will also serve as the anchors for Northway in the days ahead.
Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-15
In this message, we see that compromise marks the promising life of the highly anticipated Samson. We'll then consider how compromise marks our lives as well.
In this message, we’ll peer through the lens of Jephthah’s life to explore both the power of God’s redemption over our broken pasts, as well as the tragic consequences of adding our own works to His all-sufficient grace as a means to save.
Scripture: Judges 11:1-12:7
In this message, we’ll look at the story of Deborah, Barak, and Jael from Judges 3-4, considering both God’s unlikely deliverers and how God uses his Word to produce change in the hearts of his people.
Scripture: Judges 4:1-5:31
In this message, we will be looking at the story of Gideon. We will be looking at how our true King leads us to a better cycle and a better way to live.
Scripture: Judges 6:1-8:35
In this message, we’ll look at the story of Ehud as we consider this truth: God delivers, according to his mercy, in line with his purposes, for his glory.
Scripture: Judges 3:12-20
In this message, we'll look at the story of Othniel from Judges as we consider the faithfulness of God.
Scripture: Judges 3:7-11
In this message, we’ll survey the book of Judges and explore three significant issues that led Israel on a repeated cycle of downward descent. In doing so, we’ll see the faithfulness of God to rescue an unfaithful people.
Scripture: Judges 1:1-3:6
In this message, we'll see how the depth of theology of chapters 1-11 should lead us to a place of praise to the sovereign King.
Scripture: Romans 11:33-36
In this message, we’ll explore God’s promises concerning Israel’s future, as well as behold the mystery of His redemptive plan for all ages.
Scripture: Romans 11:25-32
In this message, we recognize the glory, danger, and opportunities for gentiles in light of Israel’s rejection of the Messiah.
Scripture: Romans 11:11-24
In this message, we’ll examine how the message of Jesus Christ has gone out to the people of Israel, why it is so many have rejected that message, and the implications that rejection of Jesus has on our world today.
Scripture: Romans 10:16-11:10
In this message, we’ll examine the pathway God has foreordained in order to bring about the salvation of His people.
Scripture: Romans 10:14-15
In this message, we’ll consider our human responsibility in the receiving the salvation of Christ that has been made available to us.
Scripture: Romans 10:1-13
In this message, we’ll consider God’s greater purpose in His plan for salvation, as well as address some of our human tensions that come with it.
Scripture: Romans 9:19-33
In this message, we’ll examine how the sovereign election of God in salvation is an act of His mercy, rather than justice.
Scripture: Romans 9:14-18
In this message, we will celebrate the living hope that has been secured for us through the triumphant resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5
In this message, we return to our series in Romans as we consider how the doctrine of sovereign election reflects the fulfillment of God’s promises and the wisdom of his purposes.
Scripture: Romans 9:1-13
In this message, we will look at an early baptism in the books of Acts where we see that baptism is about the gospel, the gospel is the good news about Jesus, and this good news is for everybody.
Scripture: Acts 8:26-40
In this message, we’ll look at the sovereignty of God in our salvation, and the endless love of Christ that holds us secure for all eternity.
Scripture: Romans 8:28-39
In this message, we’ll look at the present help that God offers to us in the midst of our sufferings: the interceding power of the Holy Spirit.
Scripture: Romans 8:26-27
In this message, we’ll look at the Christian’s hope in suffering: the glory of our resurrection.
Scripture: Romans 8:18-25
In this message, we’ll look at two undeniable evidences in a Christian’s life that serve to authenticate our security as sons and daughter’s of God.
Scripture: Romans 8:12-17
In this message, we'll see that because of Jesus, grace triumphs over sin. You are not now, not ever condemned by God. The same Spirit that raised him from death raises us from our own death and is leading us toward life and peace and away from what we once were.
Scripture: Romans 8:1-11
In this message, we’ll look at our hope in the face of our continued struggles with sin as a Christian.
Scripture: Romans 7:15-25
In this message, we'll see how the true nature of the law reveal the true deceptive nature of sin which in turn shows us the true nature of our Savior/salvation.
Scripture: Romans 7:7-14
In this message, we’ll examine how the death Christ frees us from our old union with law to our new union with grace.
Scripture: Romans 7:1-6
In this message, we'll continue to see God's love for us in Christ! We'll learn that grace should compel us further to subjection to God. His grace brings wholeness and moves us away from our old enslavement to sin, which brings death.
Scripture: Romans 6:15-23
In this message, we’ll examine how faith in Christ transfers us from the dominion of sin and death to the dominion of grace and life.
Scripture: Romans 6:6-14
In this message, we’ll begin our second section in the book of Romans as we look at the role of sanctification (being set apart) in the life of a Christian. In doing so, we’ll consider the new life that is formed in a believer following their trust in the person and work of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Romans 6:1-5
In this message, we’ll see that believers not only have hope in the person of Jesus but also the place of Jesus: Heaven. By examining the New Heavens and New Earth in Revelation, we’ll see what this place will be like when Christ returns.
Scripture: Revelation 21:1-8
In this message, we'll look to Jesus as our King! No one imagined that suffering would continue after the King came but, unexpectedly, Jesus's first coming was not about ending death but giving us sometime to die for.
Scripture: Matthew 16:13-28
In this message, we'll hear that amidst our darkest days of idolatry and oppression, God promises us a King, the root of Jesse, whose rule will be the basis for our eternal joy, but we must learn to wait for him. Let’s consider the man himself, the manifestation of his kingdom and the marvel of the man.
Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-9
In this message, we'll see that the promise of the kingdom of God is the promise that every wrong will be made right.
Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-9
In this message, we’ll examine the tendency of the human heart to place trust in fallen earthly kings and kingdoms, while also considering the invitation from God to place our trust in Jesus Christ, as our true king, and the fullness of His Kingdom.
Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-21
In this message, we'll take an in-depth look at the gift of Sabbath rest, and how Jesus invites us into peace, contentment, and joy by resting in Him.
Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11
In this message, we will examine how the word of God transforms us, and how we can approach it in our day to day life.
Scripture: John 17:17
In this message, we'll look at the pervasive spread of sin and death through the one man, Adam. And then the superior reign of grace and life through the second man, Jesus Christ!
Scripture: Romans 5:12-21
In this message, we’ll look at many of the spiritual benefits of salvation that have been eternally secured for the believer in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Romans 5:1-11
In this message, we will see the reverence, endurance and legacy of Abraham's faith, and how his faith is a model for our own faith as well.
Scripture: Romans 4:16-25
In this message, we’ll examine a biblical understanding of the Law in the Old Testament and see how one cannot be saved by merely following the 10 Commandments, but rather by trusting in the One who fulfilled the Law for us.
Scripture: Romans 4:13-16
In this message, we’ll see how Abraham was declared righteous before receiving the external sign of circumcision, serving as an example for us that our salvation is also received by faith, apart from any sacramental rites of passage or ceremonial traditions.
Scripture: Romans 4:9-12
In this message, we’ll see how Abraham serves as the standard-bearer for all people throughout human history, that we are made righteous through faith and not by works.
Scripture: Romans 4:1-8
In this message, we will examine what is arguably the most central text of our bible and the most central doctrine of our Christian faith: that of being saved by grace alone through faith alone in Christ alone.
Romans 3:21-31
In this message, we’ll conclude our first major section in the book of Romans, as we examine the final verdict on every human being’s condition before God and ultimate need for His mercy.
Romans: 3:1-20
In this message, we'll continue to look at the sinfulness of man.
Scripture: Romans 2:17-29
In this message, we'll see the ultimate result of what happens to a person or culture who has rejected God, being handed over to the full penalty of their sin & fully evidencing our need for the mercy and grace of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Romans 1:24-32
In this message, we’ll explore the process of how a person or culture chooses to exchange the truth about the knowledge of God for alternative ideologies, and how that exchange only evidences the extent of their own unrighteousness and the just wrath of God upon them.
Scripture: Romans 1:18-23
In this message, we’ll examine Paul’s intent for writing his letter to the Romans; and in doing so we’ll find our own encouragement for boldly proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ even more.
Scripture: Romans 1:8-17
In this message we’ll provide an overview of Paul’s letter to the Romans and examine seven major facets of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Romans 1:1-7
In this message, we'll look at the issue of racial harmony in the church, and how the Scriptures call us to navigate many of the tensions that exist in our communities today.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-16
In this message, we'll look to the Lord who has proven his trustworthiness.
Scripture: Psalm 145
In this message, we'll see that Psalm 67 is a prayer for God's blessing to all peoples. It’s a prayer that is both 'personal and yet selfless.' It’s a reminder that we ask God to bless us so that we can bless others. The promise to Abraham in Genesis 12 was that he would be blessed so that all nations would be blessed through him. In the Psalm, see the blessing that comes to God’s people overflowing to others in such a way that all nations Know, Praise, Enjoy & Fear God. May God bless us that all the ends of the earth might be blessed in Him.
Scripture: Psalm 67
In this message, we'll look at how we can bless the Lord at all times.
Scripture: Psalm 103
In this message, we’ll look at the response we need to have when we find ourselves cornered between the sovereignty of God and the flourishing of evil in the world around us.
Scripture: Psalm 73
In the message, we learn what it looks like to respond honestly with our own failures, that we might experience the depths of the mercy and forgiveness of God that is found in Christ Jesus.
Scripture: Psalm 51 & 32
In this message, we'll look to the Word of God as the source that guides, corrects, and comforts.
Scripture: Psalm 19
In this message, we'll look at how to fight our fears by believing in the goodness of God.
Scripture: Psalm 34
In this message, we’ll look at one of the most well-known passages in all the bible, as we examine the great provision of the Lord as our caring Shepherd and delivering King.
Scripture: Psalm 23
In this message, we'll ask, 'What do we do when darkness hits?' We will look at the reality of darkness, the invitation to honesty, and the intimacy we find in the dark nights of the soul.
Scripture: Psalm 88
In this message, we'll examine two paths of living that have been set before us: the path of the righteous that leads to life and flouring or the path of the wicked that leads to death and destruction. In doing so, we'll consider Christ as the only means by which true blessing can come.
Scripture: Psalm 1
In this message, we'll seek to understand the security the Christian has when walking through the various trials we encounter.
Scripture: Romans 8:31-39
In this message, we'll seek to understand the hope the Christian can have when walking through the various trials we encounter.
Scripture: Romans 8:17-25
In this message, we'll seek to understand the response the Christian is to have concerning the various trials we encounter.
Scripture: James 1:13-27
In this message, we'll seek to understand the perspective the Christian it to have concerning God's purposes in the various trials we encounter.
Scripture: James 1:1-12
In this message, we'll look at our twelfth and final value as Northway Church: We pursue life together and welcome neighbors as family.
Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25
In this message, we'll look at the resurrection hope that has been secured for us in the midst of death.
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18
In this message, we'll look at our eleventh value as Northway Church: We equip the saints for the work of ministry.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16
In this message, we'll look at our tenth value as Northway Church: We contend for the vulnerable and marginalized.
Scripture: Luke 10:25-37
In this message, we'll look at our ninth value as Northway Church: We care for one another with the hope of the Gospel.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1-11
In this message, we'll look at our eighth value as Northway Church: We proclaim the Gospel to the next generation.
Scripture: Psalm 78
In this message, we'll look at our seventh value as Northway Church: We give cheerfully of our resources and time.
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9
In this message, we'll look at our sixth value as Northway Church: We preserve our unity in Christ as we honor our diversity.
Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6
In this message, we'll look at our fifth value as Northway Church: We send and are sent to build for God's kingdom.
Scripture: John 20:21
In this message, we'll look at our fourth value as Northway Church: We commit to a life of Christ-centered love to all people.
Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40
In this message, we'll look at our third value as Northway Church: We exalt and rejoice in the Triune God.
Scripture: Romans 12:1-2
In this message, we'll look at our second value as Northway Church: We depend on the Holy Spirit to lead us.
Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25
In this message, we’ll look at the first of our church’s twelve values—Scripture. We’ll learn why we embrace the truth, authority, and sufficiency of God’s Word.
Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-4:5
In this message, we'll unpack the vision statement of Northway Church: "For our City to Encounter the Truth, Goodness, and Beauty of Jesus"; the expectant fruit we pray comes from our mission.
Scripture: Romans 1:18-25; Philippians 4:8-9
In this message, we'll unpack the mission statement of Northway Church: "To glorify God by making disciples of Jesus Christ"; and learn how to faithfully fulfill this mission God has called us to.
Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20
In this message, we'll reflect on 2019 and look ahead to 2020 by focusing on the question, "What is God's purpose for our lives?"
Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20
In this message, we'll look to God's Word to instruct our hearts about turning away from misplaced loves that go unfulfilled in the world, and instead turn to our true love that finds its perfect fulfillment in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Romans 5:1-8
In this message, we'll ask the questions: Is there a difference between happiness and joy? How does joy come in the birth of Christ? What does this mean about our acceptance before God?
Scripture: Luke 2:8-14
In this message, we'll look to God's Word to instruct our hearts about turning away from a misplaced peace that goes unfulfilled in the world, and instead turn to our true peace that finds its perfect fulfillment in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Luke 2:14, Ephesians 2:14
In this message, we'll look to God's Word to instruct our hearts about turning away from misplaced hopes that go unfulfilled in the world, and instead, turn to our true hope that finds its perfect fulfillment in Jesus Christ.
Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7
In this message, we’ll learn how Jonah’s opposition to God’s work reflects our own fallen heart-condition. We’ll also see how the work of Jesus Christ brings redemption and restoration, reorienting us to God’s mission.
Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11
In this message, we'll see how Jonah's message led the entire city of Nineveh to repentance. In doing so, we will examine what Gospel-centered repentance looks like in our own lives.
Scripture: Jonah 3:5-10
In this message, we'll see how God uses an imperfect prophet, humbled in the belly of a fish, to accomplish His Will.
Scripture: Jonah 3:1-4
In this message, we'll continue our series in the book of Jonah looking at the Grace of God to chase us in our running and the Grace of God to answer and rescue us in our returning.
Scripture: Jonah 1:4-2:10
In the aftermath of a powerful EF3 tornado that devastated much of North Dallas, including Northway Church; Psalm 33 provides us with seven key promises and postures of hope that we can hold onto as we move forward in a time of pain & uncertainty.
Scripture: Psalm 33
In this message, we’ll be introduced to the book of Jonah, learn about the heart of God for the nations, and examine common excuses for our resisting His call to bring the good news to them.
Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3
In this message, we'll see how the Apostle Paul reminds the church of the great salvation we have received through Christ. These ten verses represent the theological testimony of every Christian who has ever lived, and serves as one of the most profound passages in the entire Bible at explaining the gospel that has saved us.
Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10
In this message we’ll examine the prophecy described by Haggai and learn how the hope given to Zerubbabel, concerning a returning and triumphant Messianic King, is the same hope for us.
Scripture: Haggai 2:20-23
In this message, we'll see how the gospel liberates us from the traps of legalism and works-based righteousness, moving us forward in grace-fueled obedience to God’s kingdom purposes.
Scripture: Haggai 2:10-19
In this message, we'll look at how discouragement plays out in our own lives and learn about the encouragement the Lord has for us that will help us overcome and return to the kingdom work He has called us to do.
Scripture: Haggai 2:1-9
In this message, we’ll learn about the priority of God’s kingdom work in our lives and the rescuing grace of Jesus to set us free for something bigger than ourselves.
Scripture: Haggai 1:1-15