Stand Alone Messages-North

Unity is our Goal

September 8, 2024 • Pastor Nathan Naoumi • Psalm 133

Psalm 133:1-3 beautifully highlights the joy and blessing of unity among God's people, comparing it to the refreshing dew of Mount Hermon and the anointing oil on Aaron's head. This unity brings divine favor and life, showing how communal harmony reflects God's presence and blessing.

Winning By Losing

September 1, 2024 • Pastor Noah O'Kelley • Mark 8:34–38

In Mark 8:34-38, Jesus calls His followers to deny themselves, take up their cross, and follow Him, emphasizing the cost of true discipleship. He challenges us to prioritize eternal life over worldly gain, warning that those who seek to save their lives will lose them, but those who lose their lives for His sake will find true life.

Embracing A New Season

August 17, 2024 • Pastor Nathan Naoumi • Ephesians 2:10

On our Back-to-School Sunday, Pastor Nathan delivers a message on Embracing the future with hope. Whenever we start a new journey in our lives, it’s important that we are prepared for what’s ahead and we’ll see that if we remember who we are in Christ, then we can move forward with victory in mind!

You’ve Got One Job

June 30, 2024 • Pastor Nathan Naoumi • John 13:34–35

In John 13, Jesus delivers one of the most important commandments to His disciples, instructing them to love one another just as He has loved them. This love, characterized by selflessness and sacrificial service, serves as a distinguishing mark of their discipleship. If we want to live as representatives of God’s kingdom, then we must learn to love others.

Mother's Day Panel 2024

May 12, 2024 • Nathan, Justine, & Angie

A Look Into The Light

March 24, 2024 • Pastor Noah O'Kelley • Matthew 4:12–16

Palm Sunday marks the beginning of Holy Week, commemorating Jesus Christ's triumphant entry into Jerusalem. This significant event symbolizes the anticipation of Jesus' eventual crucifixion and resurrection, a central focus of Christian faith. Let’s lean in and see what God has for us through His Word.

The Importance of Baptism

March 17, 2024 • Pastor Brett Capaci • Matthew 28:18–20

Baptism is one of the most important steps of Christian growth and obedience that a follower of Jesus will ever take. It's one of the most exciting and meaningful aspects of the Christian life. Baptism is not just an incidental aspect of our journey as a believer, but It's a fundamental part of what it means to be a member of the family of God. This week’s sermon will take a focused look at what biblically based Christian baptism is all about.

Don’t Play the Blame Game

March 10, 2024 • Pastor Nathan Naoumi • Luke 23:39–43

Luke 23 captures an important moment during the crucifixion of Jesus, featuring a conversation between Jesus and two criminals who were also being crucified alongside him. In this passage, one of the criminals’ mocks Jesus and questions why he doesn't save himself if he truly is the Messiah. However, the other criminal rebukes his companion, acknowledging their guilt and recognizing Jesus as innocent. He then turns to Jesus, expressing faith and humility, saying, "Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom." Pastor Nathan breaks down both viewpoints from each criminal and shows us how Jesus is always ready to receive us when we are genuinely repentant.

Compassion in Chaos

March 3, 2024 • Pastor Nathan Naoumi • John 19:25–27

Whenever someone is going through a difficult circumstance or a hard time, their focus is typically on themselves and finding a way out. Seasons of pain and suffering can be debilitating to us physically, mentally, and even spiritually. We may think that our circumstance isn’t as big or as detrimental to someone else’s, but Jesus shows us in John 19 that He still cares for the smallest detail in your life. While He’s on the cross enduring the punishment that we should have received, Jesus makes sure that His mom is cared for when He goes away. This is the heart of our Savior.

How to Have Unity in a World of Chaos?

January 21, 2024 • Pastor Jack Diven • Philippians 2:1–15

This week Pastor Jack Diven from Your Church gives us directional insight on how to keep a church unified in chaotic times. At times unity might sound like such a farfetched idea but in Philippians 2, Paul shows us that if we look to Jesus and his example of humility, we can adopt the same characteristics that bring about unity.

New Year, New Walk

January 14, 2024 • Pastor Nathan Naoumi • Ephesians 5:15–17

Paul in Ephesians 5 imparts a timeless message of wisdom and discernment, encouraging believers to live purposefully in a world filled with distractions and uncertainties. The passage advises followers of Christ to be mindful of their time, making the most of every opportunity to understand God's will. It emphasizes the importance of discernment and choosing actions that align with God's purposes. In a world where priorities can easily become skewed, this text challenges believers to walk wisely, guided by a deep understanding of God's intentions for their lives.

New Year, New You

January 7, 2024 • Pastor Nathan Naoumi • Matthew 6:1–4

In a series of teachings, Jesus continues to prioritize the importance of God’s kingdom. Residents of God’s kingdom should adopt the characteristic of generosity that is fueled by a motivation of Jesus’ generosity toward us. In Matthew 6, Jesus encourages a selfless approach to helping others, highlighting that the true reward lies in the approval of God rather than the admiration of society.

Compassion

December 31, 2023 • Pastor Noah O'Kelley • Colossians 3:12–17

Today we’re living in a world where division and apathy is on the rise, and unity and compassion are on the decline. Social media, the 24-hour news cycle, desensitization to suffering, and overall busyness are affecting people inside the church and out. Consistently across the pages of scripture, we find a resounding encouragement to embody compassion and love in our lives. To deepen our understanding of what it truly means to be compassionate and loving individuals, especially in a world that is increasingly in need of it, we’ll turn to stories from Jesus’ life and ministry to learn from the master.

What's Your Work Ethic?

August 13, 2023 • Pastor Nathan Naoumi • Proverbs 6

Work isn’t a bad thing. It’s actually a God thing. We see that a theology of work was introduced in Scripture before the fall of mankind. God has given us positions and spaces of influence to manage, and Proverbs 6 shows us that we need to properly steward what we have as hard workers so that the world sees Jesus in us.

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