NorthCross Sermons

The Generous Life Part 1 | The Inspiration (2 Corinthians 8:1-9) Most of us value generosity, but being generous doesn't always come naturally. In week one of The Generous Life, we're going to explore that tension. We're going to discover that the inspiration for a generous life comes from the amazing generosity that God has shown us.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/48eDSv...

Prayer Part 4 | When God Says No (2 Samuel 12:15-23) God wants us to pray sincerely and persistently, but that doesn’t guarantee he’ll always say yes to what we ask. This weekend we’ll look at a time when King David boldly pleaded with God, yet still received a firm “no.” His response in the midst of deep disappointment guides our response when God’s answer isn’t what we hoped. Join us as we concl...

Prayer Part 3 | Persistence in Prayer (Luke 11:5-13) Ever prayed for something again and again and wondered if God was even listening? Jesus knew we’d feel that way sometimes, which is why He told a story about a man who wouldn’t stop knocking. This week, Jesus is going to encourage us to pray persistently and teach us the blessing that comes with it.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: http...

Prayer Part 2 | A Pattern for Prayer (Nehemiah 1:5-11)   What should we be praying about? Many times our default is to use prayer primarily as a way to ask for things we want or need. God certainly invites us to do that. And yet, God intended so much more for prayer. This weekend we're going to grow our understanding of different kinds of prayers found in the Bible and come away with a framework t...

Prayer Part 1 | The Heart of Prayer (Matthew 6:5-8)   When life feels ruled by deadlines and expectations, prayer can seem like one more thing we have to do. But Jesus showed that prayer was never meant to be another task on the list. It’s a quiet, personal space to reconnect with the Father who already knows what we need. This weekend, we’ll rediscover the heart of prayer and the peace that comes...

The God We Need Part 6 | The Vine (John 15:1-8)   We live in a world that measures success by what we produce. Jesus says real fruit doesn’t come from trying harder, it can only come by staying connected to Him. This week we’ll discover what it means to stay connected to Jesus and why it's essential for a life that actually bears fruit.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/4h7t...

The God We Need Part 5 | The Way, the Truth, and the Life (John 14:1-7)   Jesus loved people in a way no one else ever has. Yet he also spoke words that, by today’s standards, sound shockingly exclusive and intolerant. This weekend, we’ll study the most exclusive statement Jesus ever made, and we’ll see what it teaches us about the God we need.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit...

The God We Need Part 4 | The Good Shepherd (John 10:11-15)   Without direction, we’re like sheep wandering into danger and chasing voices that can’t truly satisfy. But Jesus is the Good Shepherd who laid down his life to rescue us and now calls us to follow him. Join us this week as we celebrate the sacrificial love of Jesus and learn how our lives are better when we follow him.   Message Notes an...

The God We Need Part 3 | The Gate (John 10:1-10)   Your life will present many doors that promise happiness, significance, and success. But most of them can't deliver anything close to what they offer. This weekend we'll explore Jesus' claim to be "the Gate," the only way to true life. He spoke words of promise and words of caution that will change how you see every other door.   Message Notes and...

The God We Need Part 2 | The Light of the World (John 8:12-18)   Our world can feel like a dark place - filled with sin, fear, and brokenness. But Jesus steps into the darkness and declares, "I am the Light of the world." Join us this week as we discover how his light can break through the darkness and bring hope and healing.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/42qZrVS   Give...

The God We Need Part 1 | The Bread of Life (John 6:25-35)   We all have physical needs—food, money, security, health. But if we’re honest, those things can easily become our focus. We spend our lives chasing after the earthly, but they never truly satisfy the longing inside. In part one of our series, we're going to see how a crowd came to Jesus looking for a quick fix for their earthly lives. But...

Daniel Part 7 | Where is God? This final week of the Daniel series, we'll be confronted with a question that every generation eventually wrestles with: Where is God when evil seems to be winning? When Daniel and countless others were wrestling with that question, God provided a clear answer that still speaks to us today. Join us this weekend as we conclude the Daniel series.     Message Notes and...

Daniel Part 6 | Greater Expectations Daniel’s life looked like it should have been easy—he was faithful, wise, and full of integrity. And yet, instead of applause, he faced jealousy, plots, and ultimately a pit of lions. It’s a powerful reminder that following God doesn’t remove us from trouble. But it does anchor us in His promises: His presence, His peace, and His ultimate rescue through Jesus. ...

From Death to Life Death can steal joy, disrupt our lives, and leave us with questions. Two thousand years ago there was a grieving mother who faced the unthinkable: a lifeless son and a hopeless future. Then Jesus showed up. He did something no one expected. This weekend we're going to discover why, because of him, death is no longer the end of your story.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions...

Healer The Reason Jesus Heals You Good health is one of life’s greatest gifts—and we notice it most when it’s gone. This weekend, we’ll see Jesus step into people’s pain, restoring their bodies and renewing their strength. But He wasn’t just healing for healing’s sake. We’ll uncover a deeper reason behind His miracles and how our own health—and even our struggles—can bring glory to God.   Message...

Daniel Part 5 | Handwriting on the Wall The biggest regrets in life rarely come from a single bad decision. More often, they build slowly through small choices that go unchecked. This weekend we'll see how culture can blind us to where those choices are taking us, and we'll also uncover key warning signs that indicate your life is drifting towards danger.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions:...

Daniel Part 4 | Pride Before the Fall Success isn't sinful - but it can be dangerous. This week we're going to read about a powerful king who forgot where his success came from and learned a hard lesson about pride. His story will teach us that about the danger of pride and the peace that comes when we remember that God is the source of our blessings.    Message Notes and Discussion Questions: htt...

Daniel Part 3 | Fiery Furnace Sometimes standing with Jesus means standing out from the crowd. This weekend as we study Daniel chapter 3, we’ll see three men face the heat for refusing to conform to the culture around them. Their story teaches us how to have a faith that remains resilient under pressure, even when the cost is high.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions https://bit.ly/4kPwhpL  ...

Part 2 | What Endures There are times when we all feel the pressure to build something that lasts, to secure our future, and to protect what we’ve worked so hard to achieve. But no matter how strong your empire looks, fear creeps in when you realize how fragile everything really is. This weekend we’ll see the difference it makes when we live primarily for God’s enduring kingdom instead of our own....

Part 1 – When Culture Shifts The culture around us is shifting—sometimes in obvious ways, other times so subtly we barely notice. In week one of Daniel, we’ll meet four young men who suddenly find themselves in a culture that doesn’t share their values. As they navigate the pressure to conform, we’ll uncover principles that not only guided them but can still anchor us today.     Message Notes and...

Have you ever felt exhausted and empty—even when you're doing everything you can? The disciples knew what that felt like. And then, Jesus stepped in. He filled their empty nets—and more importantly, he filled their hearts with faith. This weekend, we’ll see how Jesus can turn emptiness into purpose and failure into faith.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/3HT6teZ   Give a on...

Who is Jesus – really? We’re going to discover this surprising truth: He is the Savior who serves and the Servant who saves. When we see Him clearly, it changes everything—how we relate to God, how we treat others, and how we live each day.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/4e8STjk         Give a one-time or recurring gift: https://northcrossmn.org/give   Find other recent m...

What if they key to lasting impact wasn't doing more, but sharing more? This weekend, we'll see how a man named Moses nearly burned out, and how one piece of surprising wisdom unleashed a multiplied impact through him. That same wisdom, when put into practice today, can multiply the kingdom work that God wants to do through us. Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/406bVRE Give a...

It’s easy to look at others and feel like we’re not as gifted or not as important. In part two of Team Up, we’re going to dive into Paul’s words to a group of believers who were playing the same comparison game—and losing. But what he says flips the script. This week, we’ll discover why your role is more vital than you think—and why the Church isn’t complete without you.   Message Notes and Discus...

Serving others doesn’t come naturally. It requires humility, sacrifice, and putting others first. The amazing thing is that when we look at Jesus, we see a Savior who was willing to serve. This week, we’re going to see how Jesus didn’t just model service—He called us into it. And when we follow His lead, lives can be changed—including our own.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit....