Northshore Christian Church

Speaker: Scott Harris, Lead Pastor In Acts 1, the Ascension of Jesus marks the completion of God's rescue plan, signifying victory over sin and death. The promise of Christ’s return, as foretold by angels, frames the church's mission to spread the gospel until He comes again. Believers are called to rise and do the work of God between these two pivotal moments. #Ascension #ChristReturn #GreatCommi...

Speaker: Dr. Sanjay Merchant, Adjunct Teaching Pastor The sermon series *Rise* delves into the Book of Acts, tracing the apostles' journey and the early church's growth over 11 months, beginning with Acts 1:1-8. Authored by Luke, Acts builds on his Gospel, offering a chronological account of the church's expansion and the apostles' ministry. The Gospels are interrelated, with Mark as the earliest,...

Speaker: Dave Wallace, Elder The message focuses on Hebrews 12:2, urging believers to "fix their eyes on Jesus" and persevere in faith like runners in a race. The preacher compares Christ's perfection to the Old Testament symbols, encouraging the audience to remain steadfast through hardships by paying attention to Christ's teachings, exhorting one another, and holding to sound doctrine. The analo...

Speaker: Nick Steinloski, Executive Pastor of Ministries This message focuses on Deuteronomy 6 and its teachings on discipleship. The speaker highlights the importance of the "Shema," a prayer that remains central to Jewish practice, recited twice daily. Within Deuteronomy 6:1–6, Moses presents foundational principles for discipleship, emphasizing the need to love God with all one's heart, soul, a...

Speaker: Damian Thompson, Online & Outreach Pastor Luke 2 narrates the birth of Jesus, beginning with a Roman census requiring Joseph and Mary to travel to Bethlehem, Joseph’s ancestral home as a descendant of King David. In Bethlehem, Mary gives birth to Jesus and lays him in a manger due to a lack of lodging. Bethlehem's significance is rooted in prophecy and history, being the city of King Davi...

In this sermon series, we've explored different aspects of longing, beginning with Dr. Sanjay’s reflection on longing for the Messiah and Pastor Scott’s talk on longing for Emmanuel. Today, the focus shifts to longing for the child, as we look at Isaiah chapter 9. Longing often arises from wanting something we don't have or mourning what we've lost, which can lead to joy or sorrow depending on whe...

Speaker: Scott Harris, Lead Pastor Scott Harris, Lead Pastor, begins by discussing the process of planning a Christmas series, which he starts thinking about months in advance. His wife suggests a theme of "longing," which immediately resonates with him and sparks an emotional reflection on the deep desire for Jesus seen throughout Scripture. The series will focus on Old Testament prophecies about...

Speaker: Dr. Sanjay Merchant, Adjunct Teaching Pastor The new sermon series focuses on the "longing" for a coming King, exploring the prophecies of the Old Testament, specifically through the lenses of Hosea and Isaiah, and their messages about this promised King. These prophets, from the 8th century BC, speak of an "Anointed One"—the Messiah (or Christ)—who would fulfill God's promises to His peo...

Speaker: Josh Rogers, Worship Arts Pastor Today marks the conclusion of the "Names of God" series, and we're reflecting on how these names have impacted our faith over the past ten weeks. The series has deepened our understanding of God’s character, helping us connect more personally with His attributes such as Jehovah Jireh (our provider), Jehovah Rohi (our shepherd), and Jehovah Shalom (our peac...

Speaker: Damian Thompson, Online & Outreach Pastor In today's discussion, the focus is on the name *Jehovah Rohi*, meaning "The Lord is my Shepherd," drawn from Psalm 23 and John 10. The term *Jehovah* refers to God, while *Rohi* (from the Hebrew *ra* or *rohe*) means to feed, tend, or lead to pasture, ultimately signifying a shepherd. The name is first referenced in Genesis 48:15, where Jacob ref...

Speaker: Dr. Bryan O'Neal, Biblical Foundation Teacher

Speaker: Scott Harris, Lead Pastor

In Genesis 22, God tests Abraham by instructing him to sacrifice his beloved son Isaac. Obediently, Abraham sets out for Mount Moriah with Isaac and two young men, demonstrating his faith despite the emotional turmoil of the impending sacrifice. During their journey, which takes three days, Abraham grapples with his feelings about sacrificing his only heir, a promise from God that he had waited fo...

The discussion centers on the name of God, specifically Yahweh, which has significant relational meaning. Yahweh is introduced in Scripture and represents a personal connection with God. After the Babylonian captivity, the Hebrew people began to revere God's name so deeply that they replaced Yahweh with Adonai during public readings. This shift meant that when they encountered Yahweh, they would i...

Speaker: Shane Hawely Viewing the world through a "God-colored lens," emphasizes how our experiences shape our perspectives. Critical incidents and trauma can significantly affect how we see others. Romans 12:1-2 highlights the importance of transformation and avoiding conformity to worldly views. Pride can lead to judgment, as illustrated in the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector (Luke...

Speaker: Dr. Sanjay Merchant, Adjunct Teaching Pastor The name El Shaddai is discussed as a mysterious and ancient term that signifies God's supreme greatness, traditionally translated as "God Almighty." In Exodus 6:2-3, God reveals to Moses that while He has made Himself known as Yahweh, He also appeared to the patriarchs—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—as El Shaddai. This indicates that the name El Sh...

In today's church message, the focus is on the name El Roi, explored through Genesis 16. The name's first part, "El," is a common term for God in Semitic languages, which include those historically spoken by the peoples of Mesopotamia, Arabia, and Ethiopia. The term signifies "the strong one." The latter part, "Roi," has three interpretations: seeing, my seeing, and the one who sees me. The emphas...

The Names of God: Elohim by Northshore Christian Church

Speaker: Dr. Sanjay Merchant, Adjunct Teaching Pastor

Speaker: Damian Thompson, Online & Outreach Pastor

Speaker: Scott Harris, Lead Pastor

Speaker: Scott Harris, Lead Pastor

Speaker: Scott Harris, Lead Pastor

Speaker: Damian Thompson, Online & Outreach Pastor

Speaker: Dr. Sanjay Merchant, Adjunct Teaching Pastor