A message from the series “Anatomy of Wisdom: Ancient Truth for Modern Living.” In today’s message, Andy Doane studies the Book of Proverbs for its references to the eyes, and lays out 4 main lessons from the scriptures: 1.) That we are not to be wise in our own eyes, 2.) that we should not be selfishly living for ourselves–having haughty eyes, 3.) that we are supposed to keep our eyes on the goal, our walk with God, and 4.) that God’s eyes are everywhere, seeing everything that everyone ever does.

A message from the series “Anatomy of Wisdom: Ancient Truth for Modern Living.” The Book of Proverbs instructs us to work diligently, and it offers many warnings about the consequences of laziness. In today’s message, Larry High offers insight from Scripture on the value of dedicated work and on the proper place for rest in our lives, as God ordains it. We are also reminded that all the work we apply ourselves towards is to be for God, and that it is from God’s hand that we receive our wages.

A message from the series “Anatomy of Wisdom: Ancient Truth for Modern Living.” Proverbs 12:25 tells us that “anxiety in a man’s heart weighs him down, but a good word makes him glad.” (ESV) In today’s message, Pastor John shows from scripture that we are commanded, plainly, not to worry. Since that is a command, it is a choice we can make and a choice that we need to make. But how can we choose not to worry? Scripture encourages us to pray, and to be grateful. And how do we help others who are worried? With an encouraging word.

A message from the series “Anatomy of Wisdom: Ancient Truth for Modern Living.” Proverbs 4:23 instructs us to guard our heart above all else. In today’s message, Pastor John reminds us that the most important thing is how our inner being–our heart, mind and soul–how our inner being is doing in relation to God. We need a heart changed by God, with God as our Father. We need to trust Him and seek to do His will in everything that we do.

Reading from the apostle John’s second letter, Pastor Ken Floyd reminds us to strive for two foundational aspects to our life as a church: to show the love of God, and to stand firm on God’s truth.

A message from the series “Anatomy of Wisdom: Ancient Truth for Modern Living.” In today’s message, Larry High shares from the book of Proverbs many of the reasons why we are so often commanded to listen to godly wisdom.

A message from the series “Anatomy of Wisdom: Ancient Truth for Modern Living.” God’s word instructs us to get wisdom at any cost! In today’s message, Pastor John explores why we should pursue wisdom as an ultimate priority, and how we can pursue it.

A message from the series “Anatomy of Wisdom: Ancient Truth for Modern Living.” Proverbs 4:26-27 says to “Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways. Do not turn to the right or the left; keep your foot from evil.” In today’s Student Celebration message, Pastor John shares from Proverbs 29 how our fear of other people can cause us to turn away from the path of righteousness. Instead, we should always look for the approval of God.

A message from the series “Anatomy of Wisdom: Ancient Truth for Modern Living.” The book of Proverbs gives us keen insights for godly living, often summed up in short, memorable phrases. Throughout the summer, North Park will be exploring the book of Proverbs through the lens of many of its metaphors: the head, the feet, and so on. In today’s message, Pastor John gives us an overview of the whole book, and then focuses on the record of the wisdom imparted to King Lemuel by his mother, as found in Chapter 31.

A message from the series “Identity: A Series in Romans 8.” God promises in Romans chapter 8 that not even death can separate us from His love. Because that is true, the love of God must be incredible! In today’s message, Pastor Phil encourages us that God’s love is greater than we can comprehend–and for those of us who know Jesus Christ, that love can never be ended or taken away. Our salvation is secure in Christ.

A message from the series “Identity: A Series in Romans 8.” What does it mean to be more than a conqueror? In Christ, our victory is already accomplished. In today’s message, Pastor Phil studies the promises of Romans 8:31-34. There is no condemnation for those in Christ, and if God is for us, no one can be against us.

A message from the series “Identity: A Series in Romans 8.” In Romans 8:28, the Bible promises us that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him. In today’s message, Pastor Phil explores the comfort provided by this promise.

A message from the series “Identity: A Series in Romans 8.” Because of sin, all of creation suffers in futility. In today’s message, Bruce Kalish studies Romans 8 and shows us how the world is subject to futility, and that our only hope in the face of futility is God, through faith in Christ. So, we can recognize the pain of this world, and grieve in the midst of that pain. Yet, because of our hope in God, we can and should live in expectation of God’s coming kingdom.

A message from the series “Identity: A Series in Romans 8.” On Easter Sunday, we remember that Christ has risen and conquered death. In today’s sermon, Pastor Phil shows from Romans 8 the blessings of being loved, chosen and adopted by God. The cross shows that God loved us even while we were sinners (Romans 5:8). The resurrection of Christ shows that Jesus has overcome the world, and that even as we know we will suffer in this world, we can take heart (John 16:33). And having been adopted into God’s family, we have received the Spirit of adoption, so that we are no longer slaves to fear, but we can cry out, “Abba, Father.” (Romans 8:15)

A message from the series “Identity: A Series in Romans 8.” In Romans 8:5-13, God’s word speaks to the obligation we have to God to live a new life according to the Spirit. In today’s message, Pastor Phil explores how achieving victory over persistent sin in our lives is possible when we live in relationship with God.

A message from the series “Identity: A Series in Romans 8.” In Romans 8, God’s word assures those of us who believe in Jesus Christ that there is now no condemnation. In today’s message, Pastor John explores the analogies used in the first four verses of this chapter: once slaves to sin, we are now free. Once indebted and stained by sin, the sacrifice has been made on our behalf. Once condemned by sin, all charges against us have been cleared, and God sees us with the righteousness of Christ. This is our identity in Jesus.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” As we conclude our sermon series in the book of Colossians, Pastor Phil examines Paul’s final instructions to the church. Paul’s prayer request, even in the midst of prison, was that he would have the opportunity and the boldness to preach the gospel. Paul’s example encourages us to submit our own lives to God’s sovereign will, and God’s word instructs us to be devoted to prayer.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” At the end of Colossians chapter 3, we are instructed on how to obey God and display His love in the way we live in our households–specifically within the relationships of husbands and wives as well as children and parents. In today’s message, Pastor Phil expresses how these relationships should be grounded in the love of Christ, and explores an aspect of Biblical family living which immediate reveals one of our own cultural sensitivities: the command for wives to submit to their husbands.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” It can be easy to forget how unexpected it was in the times of the early church when God called together people from all walks of life to join together as one. Yet that remains the reality of the church today–in Christ, we are one body, though we come together with many backgrounds, nationalities, experiences and trials. So then, how do we get along with one another in unity? In today’s message, Pastor John studies Colossians 3, where God’s word instructs us how to be unified in fellowship with one another by taking off those things which will cause division, and putting on those virtues which accord with love and with peace.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” In Colossians 3:5, we read that we are to “Put to death, therefore, whatever belongs to your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires and greed, which is idolatry.” (NIV) In today’s message, Pastor John studies what these sins are and what it looks like to put these sins to death–and reminds us of the redemption and forgiveness found in Christ Jesus for all of our sin.