NorthCross Sermons

Many religious books claim to be divinely inspired—but just saying something is from God doesn’t make it true. So what makes the Bible different? In part 2 of The Bible, we’ll examine the toughest objections to the Bible’s reliability and explore the evidence that sets it apart from every other religious text. Whether you have doubts or simply want to deepen your confidence in Scripture, this mess...

There are countless things you could read and endless ways to spend your time. Why would you choose to read the Bible? As we begin this series, we're going to discover why it's worth making the Bible a priority and the blessings that come from a habit of personal Bible reading.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/4gRGBM3 Link to the video at the end of Pastor Ben’s Message: ht...

There is a peace that comes with knowing that we are loved and taken care of. This weekend we're going to focus on the truth that God provides for his people. We're going to see how He took care of a widow who was desperately in need and how his love and care for her teaches about his provision for us.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/3EH8w4c Give a one-time or recurring gi...

We spend so much of life trying to measure up—chasing success, avoiding failure, or wondering if we even matter. But what if significance isn’t something you achieve? What if it's something you receive? This week as we conclude the Identity series, we will discover an unexpected path to finding your worth. Instead of striving to earn value, Jesus established something far better: a new identity as...

Life can be unfair. Hardships can pile up, relationships can fall apart, and things that seem certain can be taken away in an instant. It can be easy to fall into a victimhood mindset, where you believe that everything is working against you, and you are powerless to change it. This week we will confront the many ways a victimhood mindset might be affecting you, and we will talk about how to repla...

Shame has a way of digging deep into who you believe you are. Shame doesn’t just affect those who carry secret guilt – it can even haunt those who’ve been assured they did nothing wrong. This weekend, you will see how to break free from shame’s hold as we talk about the power of being clothed with Christ.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/4h8zS1p Give a one-time or recurring...

One of the most important questions that a person could answer is, "How does God feel about me?" The way you answer that question can drive you to fear and despair or to confidence and peace. This weekend we are going to explore one of the most foundational truths about our identity and discover the difference that it makes.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/3WrW9Ph Give a o...

Ever tried to start a new habit or break an old one, only to give up days later? It’s easy to feel like change is impossible and think, "This just isn’t who I am." But what if God sees you differently? In this week's message, you will discover the power of embracing who God says you are—and you will see how it can transform your life.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/4jdWY8...

The beginning of a new year is a common time for people evaluate their lives and set goals. Not everyone loves the thought of making New Year's resolutions. And...that's ok. But as people who follow Jesus, we are directed to be people who change and grow. We are to be people who put off the old and put on the new. This weekend we're going to be explore what that means and what it can look like in...

A Special Christmas Message

Being around family is great... until it isn't. Oftentimes the people we're closest to are the people we experience the most conflict with. Why is it that family can bring out the worst in us? This weekend we'll see why this is the case as we continue to navigate the complicated aspects of Christmas.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/3BI42cj Give a one-time or recurring gift...

Christmas is a time of year when emotions become amplified. If things are going well, Christmas has a way of making it even better. But if current life circumstances are difficult, this time of year can become even harder. This weekend we're going to unpack that reality and discover how to better navigate our mix of emotions.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/4ggWIDE Give a...

December seems to be a month where there is lots to do and not enough time to get it all done. But for many of us, living at a frantic pace is not just a Christmastime problem. This weekend we're going to examine the dangers of "hurry" and see one way that Jesus navigated a busy life. Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/4gnf0Cu Give a one-time or recurring gift: https://northcro...

Ever feel like doubt means you don’t belong in church? In this week’s message, we’ll look at the story of Thomas, who struggled to believe some important things about Jesus. You’ll see how Jesus didn’t reject him because of his questions, but rather showed him what he needed to see. Doubt isn’t the end of your story. It’s part of the process of growing deeper.   Message Notes and Discussion Questi...

A word that we hear a lot in connection to our faith is worship. We hear it so much that we don't often consider the extreme nature of the word. This weekend we're going to grow in our understanding of worship as we learn about a woman named Mary. We're also going to discover where a life of worship comes from.    Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/3YU0Ku4 Give a one-time or re...

We’ve been looking at the way Jesus transformed lives through his encounters with people—but this week we’ll see what happened when he came face-to-face with the devil himself. This high-stakes showdown reveals more than just how to resist temptation. It shows Jesus’ power to overcome evil on our behalf. Join us this weekend as we see the power and hope Jesus can bring into any struggle.   Message...

Do you want your life to matter? Do you have hopes of using the time you've been given to make a difference? We all do. Two of Jesus' disciples had aspirations for accomplishing big things in their lives. Jesus' response gave them and us a whole new perspective on what greatness looks like. Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/4fH1LMX Give a one-time or recurring gift: https://no...

Do you have questions about the future? Are there unknowns that could cause you to fear? Absolutely. The reality is that Jesus never promised that our lives would be easy. And yet, one of the biggest blessings of following Jesus is that we can fear less. As we continue our series, we're going to see how Jesus taught his disciples and us what to do with fear.    Message Notes and Discussion Questio...

Have you ever asked God for a miracle, but it never happened? It can be hard to understand why God - who has the ability to do anything - sometimes seems unwilling to do anything. When Jesus encountered two sisters who were grieving because their miracle hadn’t come, he taught them and us why God can seem so inconsistent in the miracles he provides. God’s primary focus is not to alleviate our grie...

Have you ever created a mess in your life? Sometimes the mess, and the guilt that comes with it, can lead us to question whether God could still love us. Is God's grace still for me? That's a question that all of us can wrestle with. This weekend we're going to listen to Jesus answer it as he has a conversation with a woman who had a mess in her life.    Message Notes and Discussion Questions: htt...

It's a question that every single person wrestles with. Many would say that there is no question that is more important. Here's the question: How am I saved? As a man named Nicodemus secretly approaches Jesus at night, that question was on his heart. The answer that Jesus gave had the power to change Nicodemus. It's still changing lives today.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit....

One of the core beliefs in America is that every person has a fundamental right to pursue happiness. But data shows that "happy" is not an accurate way to describe most Americans. What if the path to happiness that we've been given is actually robbing us of happiness? In part 5 of Citizenship, we will see a different way forward. We'll see how true happiness is not found in a “what,” but a “who.”...

Most people have a desire to make a difference with their lives. Most people want to have a positive impact on the society that they live in. But here's the question: How do we do that? Jesus has some direction for us.  This weekend we're going to discover the amazing, life-changing mission that Jesus gave to us as individuals and as a church.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit....

Every political party has principles that it stands on and goals that it will strive toward. But where should Christians stand, and what goals should American Christians work toward? This weekend we will see how citizens of heaven have a different goal for the world around them and a different way to bring change.   Message Notes and Discussion Questions: https://bit.ly/3XAKUUA Give a one-time or...

Freedom is something that Americans value. In fact, many would say that it's what this country values the most. And while certain freedoms are an absolute blessing, there's a danger when freedom turns into "doing whatever I want to do whenever I want to do it." This week we're going to uncover the best type of freedom. The kind of freedom that citizens of God's kingdom are able to experience.   Me...