Northwest Gospel Church - Eastside

Andrew Murch · As we move our way through the gospel according to Luke, this week feels like a hodge-podge of random and disconnected moments in Jesus’ ministry. We just came from such iconic moments like Jesus’ time with Mary and Martha and teaching his disciples how to pray. But what in the world is going on in this week's text? People think Jesus is demon-possessed, he gives us a lesson about d...

Andrew Murch · All throughout Luke’s gospel, we find Jesus praying. Apparently, one of the disciples noticed this as well. So he asks. After showing us how to pray, Jesus tells a parable about God’s response to our prayer and encourages us to pray, urging us to ask, because God is a heavenly Father who longs to give good gifts to us, his children.

Sam Cassese · This week, we read a story about two sisters who had the opportunity to meet Jesus. Not only did they meet him... they were able to welcome him into their house! But while they had Jesus over, these sisters had differing ideas about what was most important, they had different priorities, a different focus, and a different opinion about what was most necessary.

Andrew Murch · In one of the most widely known parables, we see Jesus answer two massive questions: - What do I do to get to heaven? - Who counts as a neighbor deserving of my love?

Andrew Murch · This week, we come to the beginning of Luke 10. This section continues the dramatic shift that we saw last week as Jesus’ “set his face toward Jerusalem” (Luke 9:51b, 53b). Luke 10:1-24 is a section of Luke's gospel that shows the reality of Jesus’ ultimate mission on earth. As he sends out more messengers, Jesus commands his followers to tell the people that “the kingdom of God has...

Andrew Murch · This week, we resume the Gospel According to Luke. Up to this point we have seen Jesus feed thousands, cast out demons, calm stormy seas, and even raise the dead. However, beginning here we see a shift in Luke’s narrative. Luke 9:51 says, “When the days drew near for (Jesus) to be taken up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem.” It is in this moment that we see the trajectory of Jesus...

Andrew Murch · In these days of pandemics, social unrest, and political campaigns, we are long for a truly righteous king. That king has come and his name is Jesus! We long for that king and through this text, we are reminded that it takes a righteous king to bring justice.

Jake Gamble · This week, we continue in our Life & Death series by examining Proverbs 9:1-18. This section of Proverbs contrasts lady wisdom, who we learned about two weeks ago, and woman folly. Here, we see that choosing the right path comes through discipleship, community, Scripture, and repentance.

Gavin Hesse · Life and death... in Proverbs 5, two voices are pitted against one another: the voice of the wise father and the voice of the seductive woman, whose speech is smoother than oil. Whom will the son listen to? His decision will either preserve his life or ensnare him to the point of death.

Sam Cassese · In this new series through the book of Proverbs, we’re going to hear a call to pay extreme attention to the voices we are following and to the influences that are shaping our lives. The advice we follow is nothing less than a matter of Life and Death. This week, we are introduced to Lady Wisdom, who offers her instructions publicly and loudly for all to hear. Her warning is clear: to...

Andrew Murch · This week we come to the end of our Be Not Conformed series. Judges 17 opens with a family that has some serious issues. They are breaking God's laws, neglecting God's covenant, and completely forgetting God's promises. Here, we see that if you reject God’s revelation all you have left is counterfeit religion.

Sam Cassese · This week, we come to Romans 12:14-21 where the Apostle Paul continues to instruct the Church in Rome on how they are to live as genuine followers of Christ. In these eight verses, Paul lists a number of commands that guide the Christian to live in light of the example of Christ. Here, we see overcome evil with good.

Andrew Murch · What characterizes a true Christian? As we look to Romans 12:9-13 this week, we see the Apostle Paul instructing the Early Church on how they can practically model Christ with their lives. Here, we learn that God embodies his love through the imprint of our lives.

Sam Cassese · "Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought." That is the Apostle Paul's exhortation to his Christian readers. In our text this week, we see that we are called to live humbly, seek unity, and serve cheerfully.

Andrew Murch · This week we continue in our Be Not Conformed series, as we jump into the beginning of Romans 12. In these first two verses of Romans 12, the Apostle Paul exhorts the Church in Rome to offer their bodies to God as living sacrifices.

Andrew Murch · "Oh, the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God!" As we kick off the Be Not Conformed series, we look at Romans 11:33-36. Here, the Apostle Paul erupts with praises to God. We learn that in all seasons, rain or shine, knowing and unknowing, God will be glorified—now and forever!

Andrew Murch · This week we come to the end of The Church Scattered Series. Our series ends with Acts 14:8-23, where we see Paul and Barnabas living out the gospel mission, as they call others to abandon their sin and turn to the Living God.

Andrew Murch · This week, we look at Acts 11:19-30. In this text, we read of a man named Barnabas and we see what happens when Christ's Church is scattered. This story encourages us that even though we are scattered, God's grace is still accessible to us. Here, we see that God extends His grace in the scattering of His people.

Andrew Murch · As we continue in The Church Scattered series, we come to Acts 4:23-37. In this narrative, we see the Early Church Christians praying for boldness in the face of opposition. We are also shown examples of how these believers lived in light of the gospel. Here, we see that as the nations rage, we must proclaim Christ’s reign.

Sam Cassese · This week, we continue The Church Scattered series with Acts 2:42-47. In this section, the author records how the Church functioned in its infancy and the characteristic that marked the people of God in those days. Here, we see that the Church shines bright to the glory of God.

Andrew Murch · This week, we begin The Church Scattered sermon series. In our text, we see Peter confess Jesus as the Messiah. This story teaches us to persevere because we know that Jesus is building His Church.

Andrew Murch · What do you do when you reach the end of your rope? This week, as we examine Psalm 123, we see what God calls his people to do in these seasons. Here, we learn that in the day of trouble, we should look to God, who is on the throne.

Andrew Murch · Are we there yet? In this season of pandemic, many of us just want to know, "are we there yet?" No matter where we're all at specifically, there is great hope in Psalm 84. King David writes about the strength, grace, and hope that we ultimately have in King Jesus.

Andrew Murch · This week, we look at Psalm 27. Written by King David, this prayer demonstrates many of the different emotions we experience as humans. Ultimately, this psalm reminds us that even in difficult situations, we should "wait for the Lord; be strong, and let [our] hearts take courage; wait for the Lord!" (v14)

Andrew Murch · This week we look at Psalm 90. The only Psalm authored by Moses, Psalm 90 deals with massive realities for God's people. Moses, as he's crying out to God, teaches us how to pray and call out to God in all seasons of life.