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.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” God’s word instructs us in Colossians 3 to set our hearts and minds “on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God.” (NIV) In today’s message, Pastor Phil studies the meaning of that command, and suggests practical ways to follow it.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” In today’s message, Pastor Phil studies Colossians 2 in order to remind us that salvation is fully found in Jesus Christ. When we are tempted to add our own rules, or to chase after emotional experiences, we can remember that Jesus’ death and resurrection has paid our debt in full.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” What is your life built on? God’s word teaches us in Colossians 2 to live our lives in Christ, being “rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” (NIV) In today’s message, Pastor Phil studies the foundational truth of the Gospel, our need to stand firm in the faith, and the exhortation found in scripture to be thankful in all circumstances.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” In Colossians 1:24 – 2:5, we read about Paul’s example to the church of suffering, striving and rejoicing in service. In today’s message, Pastor John encourages us as believers to find ways we can serve, knowing that there is joy to be found in that service.

A message from the series “Greater Than: A Series in Colossians.” In Colossians 1:24, Paul says, “I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ’s afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church.” (NIV) In today’s message, Pastor Phil explores the meaning of this verse, and how we are to serve as examples of the love of Christ to the world in the way that we suffer hardship while living for Jesus.