Northshore Community Church

In this sermon, Jesus’ words in Matthew 5:17-20 invite us to consider what kind of fruit our lives are bearing. True righteousness isn’t about following rules or keeping up appearances—it’s about becoming a healthy tree that produces good fruit naturally. As we continue through the Sermon on the Mount, we’ll explore how Jesus transforms us from the inside out, cultivating a life where love, humili...

As we enter the final week of our Overwhelmed series and 21 Days of Prayer, we turn to the prayer Jesus gave us—the one that reshapes our hearts and reveals a God who always answers. This isn’t about quick fixes or perfect words; it’s about discovering a Father who is closer than we imagine, faithful to His promises, and present in every moment of our lives. If you’ve ever felt like your prayers g...

Life doesn’t have to leave you spinning. In our “Overwhelmed” series, Pastor Scotty reminds us of the profound simplicity of prayer: just asking God.   This week, explore how God has tied His faithfulness and reputation to answering the prayers of His people. Prayer isn’t about perfect words or rituals—it’s about trusting that He hears, He cares, and He responds. Come discover the joy of bringing...

Feeling overwhelmed as you step into 2025? You’re not alone. Life’s pressures can feel relentless, leaving us stretched thin and uncertain. But what if the solution isn’t trying harder or doing more? In this new series, “Overwhelmed,” Wolfgang invites us to confront the weight we carry in a surprising way—through prayer.   Discover how acknowledging your limits and turning to God’s strength can tr...

Life often feels like it’s lived in the “in-between”—those spaces of uncertainty, waiting, and longing. From the moments after Christmas to the threshold of a new year, we wrestle with what’s next. In Matthew 2, we find Jesus, Mary, and Joseph navigating their own in-between, fleeing danger and seeking refuge in Egypt. What can their journey teach us about God’s faithfulness in our waiting? Join u...

Beneath the joy and lights of the Christmas season, often we can still feel tired, burdened, and searching for something—or Someone—to put our hope in. In the Christmas story, there’s a phrase that echoes more than any other, one that resonates throughout the Bible: Do not be afraid.   It’s a message for all of us who wrestle with the “what if’s” of life—our doubts, our fears, and our unanswered q...

Do you have something that you're carrying around in your life? Is it fear? Perhaps it's bitterness and negativity that can easily be passed onto others. Ask yourself, is what you’re carrying worth catching? This week Wolfgang shares how we carry things around in each of our lives that can impact the ones we come into contact with. The good news is, we can spread positive and uplifting things just...

Deep down, we’re all searching for something. Purpose. Peace. Belonging. Sometimes, it feels like the questions outnumber the answers. But what if the very act of searching reveals something essential about who we are—and who God is? In this message, we’ll explore the journey of the Magi and discover that God isn’t hiding from us. In fact, He’s searching for us too. If you’ve ever wondered if your...

What happens when our insecurities drive our decisions? This week, Pastor Chad explores the contrasting hearts of King Herod and King Jesus. While Herod clung to his fragile power with fear and control, Jesus embraced humility, love, and an open invitation to all. Herod sought to build his kingdom through force and exclusion, but Jesus invites us into a Kingdom of grace and warmth. In a season mar...

"Everybody's Welcome" kicks off the Christmas season with an unforgettable reminder of God's great invitation to all. Pastor Scotty Scruggs unpacks the heart of the Christmas story through the parable of the great banquet, showing how Jesus calls the most unexpected and unlikely guests to His table. From ancient shepherds to modern skeptics, this message highlights the radical inclusivity of God's...

Over the past nine weeks, we’ve been journeying through the Beatitudes—those beautiful blessings Jesus shared in His Sermon on the Mount. This Sunday, as we wrap up our series Upside Down: The Secret to the Good Life, Pastor Scotty takes us deeper into a truth that’s not another beatitude, but just as profound. It’s about how Jesus sees His followers, how He sees you—as salt and light in the world...

For eight weeks, we've explored Jesus' vision of the "good life" in the Beatitudes, flipping the world's expectations upside down. This week, we conclude the Beatitudes with the most unexpected blessing: "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness."   In a culture that values comfort, power, and approval, Jesus offers a countercultural truth—true blessing comes not from avoiding...

In this week’s message from our Upside Down series, we’re diving into Jesus’ call to be peacemakers. Often misunderstood, peace is more than quiet or the absence of conflict; it's the transformative concept of "shalom" — a state where everything is as it should be. As we continue through the Sermon on the Mount, we explore what it means to embody shalom in a world desperate for restoration. Join u...

Have you ever wondered what it means to truly see God? In this message, we explore Jesus’ words in the Beatitudes: “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” This promise invites us into something deeper than just spiritual insight; it’s an invitation to approach God sincerely, without hiding our flaws, doubts, or fears. Through stories, scripture, and real-life reflections, we examin...

This week in our series Upside Down: The Secret to the Good Life, Pastor Wolfgang invites us to rethink mercy—not as something we reserve for the moments that feel easy, but as a way of life that transforms everything. Mercy is a piece of saying “Yes” to Jesus in every part of our lives, responding to others with the same boundless grace and compassion He’s shown to us.   In a world quick to cance...

Pastor Scotty continues our series, Upside Down: The Secret to the Good Life, by asking, "What are you hungry for?" Beyond food, we all have deep desires—whether for success, approval, or security—that shape what we live for. But when those cravings can’t be fully met, who or what can satisfy them?   This week, we’ll uncover how Jesus addresses our deepest longings, not by offering temporary fixes...

As we continue our Upside Down: The Secret to the Good Life series, Pastor Kiki will take us into an unforgettable experience from her visit to a San Quentin prison. You wouldn’t expect to find freedom behind bars, but that’s exactly what she saw—men living with a sense of peace and hope, despite their circumstances. How can that be? It’s because they surrendered their lives to Jesus, discovering...

Grief isn’t something we usually embrace, but in our series, 'Upside Down: The Secret to the Good Life,' Pastor Scotty flips the script. This week, we’re diving into Jesus’s teachings about mourning—how He not only acknowledges our pain but promises comfort and blessings to those who grieve. Join us as we explore how God meets us in our darkest moments, offering healing and hope when we need it mo...

This week, as we kick off our new series, Upside Down: The Secret to the Good Life, Pastor Scotty dives into the opening of the Sermon on the Mount and Jesus’ revolutionary answer to the question, “Who’s truly living the dream?” Society often tells us that success, status, or rule-following define the blessed life. But Jesus turns these assumptions upside down, revealing that those who seem spirit...

This Sunday is extra special at Northshore as we celebrate our launch weekend! We’re thrilled to mark the beginning of having two Northshore campuses in the region with the launch of Northshore Mill Creek. As Pastor Scotty shares the message with both congregations today, he’ll be diving into the powerful parable from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount about the wise and foolish builders in Matthew 7:24-2...

As we continue our two-part Reset series, we focus in on the mission that Jesus gave His followers—the Great Commission. This week, we'll dive into what it means to follow Jesus and how that call transforms us into disciples who make disciples. Discover how Jesus' authority compels us to go out, not just to be with Him, but to share His love with others. Whether you're in Kirkland or Mill Creek, y...

Pastor Scotty unpacks one of the most profound moments in the Gospels—Jesus’ simple yet life-changing invitation, “Come, follow me.” Through historical exploration, we uncover how this call wasn't just an offer to believe, but an invitation to a new way of life; one that Peter, Andrew, and others immediately embraced. Discover the depth of Jesus' invitation and what it means to truly follow Him, n...

God celebrates with joy when we return to Him. Through a heartfelt sermon, Pastor Wolfgang explores the parable of the lost sheep, the lost coin, and the lost son as we reflect on the deep love God has for each one of us. Discover the power of compassion and kindness in our pursuit of those who are far from Jesus, as we learn from the ways we foster connection and growth through events like Commun...

Learn about the power of God's forgiveness and love in our final message in the "Live It Out" series, covering the life of David. Join us as we explore how God rescues us from our past and offers us a chance for renewal.   Through the story of David, Pastor Scotty shows us how we aren’t the hero of our stories, but rather it's the God who saved you from your past and gives you strength in the pres...

Discover the power of God's unconditional love in our latest message in the "Live It Out" series on 2 Samuel 12. Join us as we explore how God steps into our messes and offers us a chance for renewal, even in our darkest moments.   Through the story of David and Nathan, Pastor Steven shows us how confronting hidden sins and embracing forgiveness can transform our lives. This inspiring message remi...