Northshore Community Church

Are you ready to take your faith journey to the next level? Join Pastor Scotty as he delivers another powerful message in our "Break Through" series. In this week's sermon, "Why Good Intentions Are Not Enough," we delve into the heart of Galatians 6:7-9 to uncover the keys to achieving real breakthroughs in your life. Discover why wishful thinking falls short, and how intentional action is the tru...

"Get ready to break free from the pursuit of fleeting happiness and discover the lasting joy that comes from knowing Jesus! In this installment of the "Break Through" series, Pastor Scotty Scruggs invites us to consider whether we're truly free, and how Jesus' grace can unlock a life of growth and fulfillment. So, don't just chase happiness - pursue the freedom that comes from a life centered on C...

"In the latest sermon from the "Break Through" series, Pastor Wolfgang shares the joyful news that through Jesus, God invites us all to become part of his loving family. Drawing on his personal experience as an adoptive father, Wolfgang paints a touching picture of the profound love he felt for his adopted daughter, and how it pales in comparison to the intense longing God has for each of us. He u...

This week, Pastor Stan dives deeper into our "Break Through" series with a powerful message about how God's love and grace can transcend even the toughest circumstances. Drawing on Paul's letter to the Galatians, we explore how the real gospel offers freedom and hope in contrast to the constraints and pitfalls of false teachings. Join us for this inspiring message and discover how to experience Go...

Have you ever felt stuck in a certain habit, situation, or pattern? Do you find yourself trapped and unable to get unstuck? Join us this week as Pastor Scotty launches into Paul's letter to the Galatians and introduces our new series "Break Through," exploring how God breaks through no matter the circumstances. This promise shows us that real breakthrough in our lives is rooted in the gospel of Je...

In the final installment of the "Down to Earth" series, Pastor Scotty tackles "The Entitlement Trap" — the damaging belief that God owes us something in this life. Join us as we examine how entitlement holds us back from true humility, and learn how to break free from its grip. Don't miss this powerful conclusion as we seek to live a more grounded, authentic life in Christ.

In the glimmering lights and joyous celebrations of this season, have you ever felt that your joy remains just out of reach? As we gather on this Christmas Eve, let's discover a profound joy—one that not only survives in the face of suffering but also persists through pain. This joy serves as a guiding light, leading us to the very heart of why we celebrate: the arrival of Jesus, our savior, who b...

In our final episode of Whispers of Advent, we turn our gaze towards the future with hopeful hearts. As we anticipate the unseen and prepare to freshly welcome Jesus into our lives, let's come together in prayer and reflection. Join us in embracing the mystery of Advent, trusting that the light of hope will guide us into a season of joy, peace, and a renewed connection with the Spirit.

Pastor Stan Markowski shines a light on the less-celebrated aspects of the Christmas story, portraying Jesus' birth as a narrative filled with shame and societal stigma. Looking at the cultural context, the sermon challenges the conventional perception of a joyous and idyllic nativity scene, bringing recognition to the pain and difficulties woven into the Christmas narrative. Ultimately, the messa...

In this third week of Advent, we invite you to join us in a reflective prayer of the examen. Together, let's pause and look back on our lives, acknowledging where God has been present. By practicing gratitude and awareness, we pave the way for a deeper connection with the divine in the days to come. Tune in to explore the richness of the past and create space for God's continued presence in our un...

Explore the contrasting lives of King Herod and King Jesus. As we approach Christmas, Pastor Wolfgang guides through the simplicity of Jesus' humility against Herod's pursuit of power. Reflect on the choices we make in defining greatness and uncover the timeless wisdom found in the Christmas story. This sermon is an invitation to examine our hearts and consider the impact of our own choices, so li...

In the second week of Advent, embark on a unique prayer experience. Through imaginative prayer, we step into the shoes of the characters of the nativity story, immersing ourselves in their emotions, challenges, and joys. Join us as we gain new insights and deepen our connection with the timeless tale of the birth of Jesus, finding inspiration for our own spiritual journey.

In his sermon, "My Life for Yours," Pastor Scotty takes the “Down to Earth” series in an unexpected direction. Join us as we explore the subtle parallels between our mindset in relationships and the humility shown by Jesus in his life, death, and resurrection. Pastor Scotty offers three straightforward yet profound steps to redefine connections. It's not your typical relationship advice – expect p...

Join us in the first episode of our "Whispers of Advent" series as we delve into a heartfelt welcoming prayer, setting the tone for the season. Together, we open our hearts to God, expressing our openness to His plans for us during this Advent journey. Discover the power of embracing the anticipation and preparing our spirits for the joy and blessings that lie ahead.

What if strength was actually found in humility? Pastor Scotty Scruggs opens our series, Down to Earth, challenging us to explore whether humility could be the missing piece we've been overlooking. As this series begins, dive into the core of humility, grasp its significance, and learn how to integrate it into your daily life. Uncover the deep connection between humility and following Jesus in thi...

Does it feel like God’s not listening? Are you worried you’re just too broken to be loved? Explore the stories of Esther and Moses in this sermon as Kiki Edwards weaves a narrative that resonates with our lives today. Touching on identity, purpose, and God's enduring love, see yourself as a modern-day Esther and Moses, engaging actively with the world through prayer and action. This sermon envisio...

Haman is one of history's nastiest villains, but the book of Esther is a story packed with plot twists. This sermon dives into mistreatment, betrayal, and uses Haman's vendetta as a cautionary tale. All the while, it becomes clear we can embrace forgiveness in the face of offense, guided by scripture and Jesus’ ultimate example of forgiveness on the cross. Let this message bring you into a space t...

Where is God? I’m looking, but I can’t see Him. I’m believing, but I can’t feel Him. What do we do when we can’t see God at work? These are questions we have in our lives that happen to be some of the tensions that is at the heart of the book of Esther. In fact, Esther is the only book in the Bible where God's name is mentioned in the text. But that doesn’t mean that God is absent in this story, o...

If you could ask God for one thing… just one thing, what would it be? In Psalm 27, David said, "One thing I ask from the Lord, this only do I seek, that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life. David is reminding us that the presence of God is better than anything we can ask for. It’s better than having the best job or a nicer home, a better self-esteem, or more popular friend...

What are you chasing? What are you after? These questions aren’t ones that a lot of people stop to think about very often. We just sort of get caught in the routine – day in and day out we just do our thing without really thinking about where it’s taking us. But sometimes something happens that causes us to pause – to reevaluate – to get honest about what our lives are about, what we’re chasing. T...

What must I do to inherit eternal life? This week, we look at the story of a deeply devout man with great wealth, but when he asks this question to Jesus, it shows he is clearly missing something in his life. Found in Mark 10:17-22, the story reminds us that living generously isn’t the product of having greater wealth, but rather it's what happens in your heart when you redirect your treasure and...

What's your story? This week, we dive into the story of a man who was blind and, through the miraculous work of Jesus, was healed and could now see. Found in John 9:13-25, the story reminds us to be aware of the work God is doing around us, not only through healing but in many other ways. Although God is always working, oftentimes, it can be difficult to share what he has been doing in our own liv...

Have you ever felt worried or focused on a lot of different things? But you missed the one thing that matters most? We can believe in God, we can go to church, we can try to do what the Bible says to do, and still miss the one thing that really matters. This week we look at Luke 10 and the story of Jesus, Mary and Martha. From this scene we can see that all of our “doing” for God is less important...

Having a community around you during good times is great, having them around you when life gets hard is critical. This week, Pastor Scotty, has us look at why God built the Church around this idea of interdependence and reminded us that we were never meant to do life alone. Scripture tells us that the best relationships around us should be framed with the text in John 15:12-14: My command is this:...

The number of relationships we have is important, but their depth matters more. This week, we look at the life of Jesus and discover the keys to deep, authentic, and life-giving relationships by looking at how he built friendships with and between his disciples in Mark 3. No matter how you would rate the depth of your relationships today, because of Jesus' model for relationships, we can start tak...