Northridge Church

The most repeated command in the Bible is, “Do not be afraid.” Does that mean we should never be afraid? If your world is crashing around you, is it wrong to be afraid? Are there legitimate reasons to have fear? In this message, we’ll explore a theology of fear. What does the Bible teach us about fear? And how do we overcome our fear when we are overwhelmed by it?

Join us as we look back and celebrate what God has done in Rochester in 2025 while we also prepare our hearts and mind to see what God will do in 2026!

Belief doesn’t always fade because we stop wanting hope — it fades because life disappoints us. In this Christmas at the Movies message based on The Christmas Chronicles and Luke 2, we explore how God meets us in ordinary moments, rekindles fragile faith, and brings real joy through Jesus. Whether your faith feels strong, fragile, or uncertain, Christmas invites you to take a step toward the God w...

Author Charles Dickens was searching for a story to revive his career, pay off his debts, and bring hope to others. In 1843 he wrote the Christmas classic, “A Christmas Carol.” In part 2 of our “Christmas at the Movies” series, we’ll take a look at Dicken’s story in the movie, “The Man Who Invented Christmas.” Dicken’s story is one of hope, but there is a truer story that brings real hope to us in...

While some people love the Christmas season, the traditions, and the parties, others just want it to be over. To be honest, it makes us a bit cranky. We’d rather skip the parties and all of the extra events and distractions. In week 1 of our series, Christmas at the Movies, we’ll be watching clips of “Christmas with the Kranks”, and consider Jesus teaching from the Gospel of Mark, to reframe our p...

Humans are natural meaning-makers, always trying to make sense of the world around us. In this sermon, we’ll look at God’s purpose in creating humanity and the beautiful, fulfilling work He invites us into. From Genesis to the life of Jesus, we’ll uncover what our true purpose is and consider how each of us can uniquely live that out as we grow and mature in Christ.

Why is it that two people can face the same hardships in life but respond so differently? One person exhibits peace and confidence in God while the other is full of worry, anxiety and anger. What makes the difference between the two? In week 3 of our sermon series “In the Making” we’ll dive into one of the clearest markers of spiritual maturity, unshakable faith. How do we become men and women whose...

Everyone wants to grow up, but not everyone wants to live like a grown up. We want the benefits of a life well lived, but we are not all willing to live life well. We admire men and women who are wise and mature. We admire those who live and look like Jesus. But how do we become like them? How do we grow up spiritually? That’s what we’ll explore in week 2 of our series, “In the Making.”

Have you ever found yourself searching for more in your faith? Maybe you have decided to become a Christian, but your faith is a bit dull and you don’t feel like you are growing. Maybe you feel like your church is just designed for new Christians, but it is not helping you develop your own faith. In week 1 of our series, In the Making, we want to address those concerns. What does it mean to be ful...

Who is your enemy? Who has hurt you? Whose beliefs make your blood boil? Who do you long to suffer for their actions? Who do you wish would get what's coming for them? What if God forgave them? As we wrap up this last chapter of the book of Jonah, he is confronted with God’s mercy. But this book isn’t just about Jonah. The author has a question for you: “Are you as merciful as God?”

People like to say everyone deserves a second chance, but we live in a world where we cancel people instead of offering them grace. When we blow it, when we hurt our family, destroy our friendships, and lose our job, is our life over? Are we condemned to a pitiful and lonely life? Is there really any hope we can experience a second chance? That’s what we’ll explore in week 3 of our series Nineveh.

Jonah thought running from God would bring freedom, but rebellion only took him down. Swallowed by a giant fish, Jonah finally cried out—and God met him in the depths. This message reminds us that even when we’ve gone too far, God’s grace is never out of reach.

What do you do when you know what you should do, but can’t bring yourself to do it? What if God has made His plan clear to you, but you don’t like it? In week 1 of this series, Nineveh, we’ll look at the story of one man who ran from God’s plan. In looking at his story, we’ll discover what God may be up to, even when we are not onboard.

The longer you live, the more pain you experience. If life is so painful, then what is the point? Why would God allow so much pain in our lives? Does God have any purpose behind our suffering or is it all meaningless? As we wrap up this 5 week series on suffering, we’ll dive into Jesus' teaching from John 9. As we look at His teachings, we’ll discover God’s purpose in our pain.

Why am I suffering? Is it a consequence for the choices I have made? Is God mad at me? Am I suffering more than others because I am worse than them? Jesus was asked these very questions by His disciples. In this message, we’ll open up the Bible to discover His answer, and what it means for us in our suffering.

Have you ever been told, “You made your bed, now you have to sleep in it?” Actions have consequences. That is good news when we make good choices, but bad news when we don’t. Much of the suffering we experience in life is the result of our own poor decisions. So, if we’ve dug ourselves into a bad situation, how do we respond? What do you do when you’ve brought suffering on yourself? Is there any h...

Many of us turn our lives over to God in hopes for a more peaceful life. But what do you do, when your good choices lead to a more difficult life? How long do you put up with a corrupt boss or a difficult spouse? How do you keep doing the right thing when it keeps getting harder? In this message, we’ll look at what Scripture teaches about how to respond when doing right goes wrong.

Suffering is inevitable. It is not if; it is when. If you live long enough, the suffering you see around you will soon come to your door. In this sermon we’ll look at Jesus' final lesson from His sermon on the mount. Jesus reveals what separates those who grow stronger through suffering from those who are destroyed by it. Suffering is coming, will you be ready?

We live in a culture of constant comparison, but God calls us to something better: to want the right things, the right way, and to find our deepest satisfaction in Him. In this final message of Written in Stone, we’ll explore what it really means to overcome coveting, delight in God, and trust His promises while we wait.

Stealing isn’t always about robbing banks—it can show up in our words, our workplace, our relationships, and even in the small compromises we think don’t matter. In this message from our Written in Stone series, we’ll discover how a lack of contentment, trust, and faithfulness can lead to theft in big and small ways. Learn how to quit stealing, work with integrity, and live generously—reflecting t...

Honoring your parents isn’t just a command for kids. This is a command for all of us, no matter our age. In this message, we’ll learn that honoring our parents means that we love them by obeying them and showing them respect and gratitude, even when it’s hard.

When it comes to the topic of sex and marriage, we are often deceived by what culture says rather than what God says. In one of the 10 commandments, God reminds us of the value of faithfulness to our spouse and him. Do not commit adultery is often viewed as just a physical command, but it's way deeper than that. It impacts not just our marriages, but our walk with God.

Everyone knows that murder is wrong, so what does the command, “You shall not murder” reveal about God’s heart? We’ll explore Jesus’s surprising teaching on murder, and discover along the way the immeasurable love of God for every person.

Sabbath, as a rule, is over, but Sabbath as a rhythm is powerful! God didn’t suggest rest—He commanded it.  Not because He’s demanding, but because He’s good .  Sabbath isn’t just a break from work.  It’s a weekly declaration: “I’m not God.” Is your refusal to rest actually pride in disguise?

Have you ever met someone who called themselves a Christian, but their life would bring that into question? The behavior of some Christians has turned many away from God and Christianity. God tells His people not to take His name in vain, but what does that mean? In this message, we’ll dive into why the 3rd of the 10 commandments has much more to say about how we live than just what we say.