North Shore - Experiencing God Podcast

Stop Going to Church is a message from Psalm 92:12–15 about moving beyond casual attendance and becoming deeply planted in Christ, His people, and His mission. In this sermon, Pastor Gary challenges the idea that church is merely a place to visit when convenient and invites people to see the church as a family to belong to, a body to participate in, and a mission to live from. Using the imagery of...

In this Father’s Day message, Pastor Gary shares from Psalm 68:4–6 and points us to the God who is infinitely high, yet intimately close. He is the LORD, majestic and faithful, worthy of endless praise — and yet He draws near as Father to the fatherless , defender of widows, restorer of the lonely, and deliverer of captives. This message reminds us that worship begins with who God is, not with wha...

In the story of Joseph, we see more than dreams, betrayal, and a rise to leadership. We also see wisdom, planning, stewardship, and purpose. When God revealed that famine was coming, Joseph did not respond with fear or passivity. He responded with faith-filled preparation. In this message, Stored On Purpose , we look at Joseph’s example in Genesis and consider what it means to steward what God has...

In this message, Pastor Gary shares A Simple Theology of Giving and reminds us that generosity is not God trying to get something from us — it is God forming something in us. The Bible talks often about money, possessions, generosity, poverty, greed, and stewardship, not because God needs our money, but because money has such a powerful grip on our hearts. Giving is more than a financial transacti...

Pentecost Sunday reminds us that the Holy Spirit was not poured out so the church could become comfortable, but so the church could become witnesses. In this message, Pastor Gary preaches from Acts 1:8, where Jesus gives His followers both a promise and a mission. The promise is power from the Holy Spirit. The mission is to be His witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the eart...

In this message, Pastor Gary looks at Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28–30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” This is not just an invitation to take a break, but a call to find true rest for the soul in Jesus. Life can leave us tired, burdened, anxious, overwhelmed, and worn down by pressure, performance, comparison, and the weight of responsibility. But...

This week at North Shore Church, Pastor Gary continues the “He Promises” series with a message titled Finding Freedom From Your Worries. In a world filled with anxiety, uncertainty, financial pressure, and fear about the future, Jesus speaks a powerful promise: “Do not worry.” Through Matthew 6, we explore how Jesus calls us to look to our Heavenly Father, strengthen our faith, and trust God with...

This week pastor Katie Preaches all about finding peace in your thoughts as we continue our series about the Promises of Jesus.

In this message, Pastor Gary explores the powerful promise of Jesus found in Matthew 28:18–20—that He is with us always—and what that really means when life doesn’t go as planned. Looking at the storm in Mark 4:35–41, we see that following Jesus doesn’t remove storms, but it does change who is in the boat with us. Even in moments of fear, doubt, and uncertainty, Jesus is present—and He still has a...

In this message, Pastor Gary explores what it really means to hear God’s voice—and how we can grow in recognizing it in our everyday lives. Through the words of Jesus in John 10, we’re reminded that God is not distant or silent, but a Good Shepherd who speaks to His people and calls them by name. Looking at the story of Samuel, the whisper to Elijah, and the invitation of Jesus in Revelation 3, th...

In this Easter message, Pastor Gary walks through the question many people quietly carry: Does God still love me? With honesty and compassion, this message points us back to the truth of Scripture—that God’s love is not based on our performance, but on His character. From the story of the lost sheep to the power of the cross and resurrection, we are reminded that Jesus pursues us personally. No ma...

In this message, Pastor Gary explores the powerful meaning behind the word “Hosanna” and what really happened on Palm Sunday. As Jesus entered Jerusalem to the sound of celebration, the crowds shouted “Hosanna!”—a word that carries both a cry for help and a declaration of praise. But what they expected from Jesus and what He came to do were not the same. Through Scripture, this message walks from...

In this message, Pastor Gary explores what it truly means for a church to multiply—not just in numbers, but in health. Building on the example of the early church in Acts, he challenges the idea that growth alone is the goal, reminding us that both healthy and unhealthy things can multiply. Through the imagery of a greenhouse and the teaching of Jeremiah 17, this message calls believers to examine...

A Church That Pleases God Multiplies explores God’s heart for growth, mission, and reaching people beyond ourselves. Rooted in the pattern of the early church, this message challenges believers to move from simply gathering to actively multiplying—using their gifts, stepping into mission, and investing in the next generation. As North Shore Church celebrates over 50 years of faithfulness, we look...

In Week 7 of the series “A Church That Pleases God,” Pastor Gary explores the importance of remembering God’s faithfulness. Looking at Mark 8:17–21, where the disciples worry about bread even after witnessing Jesus feed thousands, this message reminds us how easily we forget what God has already done. When we forget His past provision, small problems can begin to feel overwhelming. But when we int...

Pastor Gary challenges North Shore Church to rediscover what truly identifies followers of Jesus: love. Drawing from Mark 2 and the story of the four friends who carried a paralyzed man to Jesus, Pastor Gary teaches that a church that pleases God is made up of people who love like Jesus—people who carry burdens and are willing to “break the rules” to serve and save others. This message explores wh...

In this message ,pastor Gary shares how to be a church that loves God by loving our neighbour.

This week in A Church That Pleases God, Pastor Gary challenges the church to consider what it means to choose unity in a divided world. Drawing from Jesus’ prayer in John 17, he reminds the congregation that unity is not optional—it is central to the credibility of the gospel. With clarity and conviction, Pastor Gary unpacks how division weakens the church’s witness and how the enemy’s strategy is...

This week, Pastor Gary challenges the church to refocus on the ultimate goal of the Christian life: pleasing God. While faith can slowly fade through comfort, control, or playing it safe, Scripture reminds us that without faith it is impossible to please God. Drawing from Hebrews 11, the life of Enoch, and moments in the Gospels where Jesus Himself was amazed by faith, this message explores what e...

As we begin a new year and step into Year 51 at North Shore Church, this message asks a foundational question: What really pleases God? In Week 1 of A Church That Pleases God, we focus on becoming a reverent church—one that lives with awe, obedience, and a high view of God. While many are confident that God loves them, Scripture shows us that God also delights in how His people live when they hono...

Pastor Elizabeth shares her heart about what it means to trust in God.

Doing What Is Right | A Life of Faith Over Fear What does it really mean to do what is right—especially when life is lonely, complicated, and messy? In this message, we walk through the life of David, a man marked by incredible faith and painful failure. From his anointing as a boy, to the battlefield victory over Goliath, to seasons of fear, compromise, and isolation, David’s story reveals how ea...

In this Advent message, Pastor Elizabeth explores the final theme of the season — love — through the lens of the shepherds’ response to the birth of Jesus. Drawing from Luke 2:8–18 and scenes from The Chosen Christmas episode Holy Night, this message reminds us that Jesus’ coming was good news for all people, everywhere. The shepherds didn’t just rush to see Jesus — they rushed to tell others. The...

In this message, Pastor Gary explores the meaning of true joy through the story of the shepherds in Luke 2. He unpacks how biblical joy is more than happiness — it is an often-cheerful contentedness rooted in the hope and peace Jesus brings. As part of the Holy Night Advent series, this message invites us to reflect on the joylessness of our world and challenges us to live out the joyful life we’v...