Pastor Ben Dixon

Many live with a sense of defeat and discouragement because they can’t seem to get free or stay free from sin even though they know that Jesus paid for them to be free. The Word of God declares that our past has no power over us to dictate our future. So, what does freedom from sin mean as we follow Jesus Christ? ----more---- Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32, Ephesians 2:10,...

Most people desire to be great in one way or another. The wold says to not only ‘do better’ but ‘be better’ than everyone else, even if it’s at the expense of others. In stark contrast, Jesus says that true greatness comes through serving others, welcoming others, and dealing with our own sin.----more---- Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 9:30-50 Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus----more...

This last week, the Supreme Court of the USA overturned the historic case of Roe v. Wade which legalized abortion across our land in 1973. The question that we must answer is, “What does the Bible teach concerning life, life in the womb, and the issue of abortion?” We cannot afford to miss God’s perspective as revealed in Scripture because it not only gives us a line in the sand but a path to serv...

We live in a world where the enemy is set on influencing our young people with distraction at least and destruction at worst. If our kids are going to be true disciples of Jesus then it will require us to fight alongside them with serious faith and deep conviction. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 9:14-29 Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 28th session in the series, "Mark: O...

God desires for us to have an experience with him. In today's passage we observe the disciples as they witness the transfiguration of Jesus. When we experience God we get to glean strength, hope and testimonies and apply that to our lives.  Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 9:1-13 Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 27th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jesus." For...

Who Jesus was, his plan and his way of life was deeply misunderstood by Jesus' disciples. In today's message Pastor Ben Dixon shows the contrast between us expecting Jesus to follow us and truly following Him: a call to suffer and lay our lives down. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 8:27-38 Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 26th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with...

Sympathy is good, empathy even better, but the heart of Jesus is compassion. Pastor Ben Dixon shows how having compassion starts with having the heart of Jesus, grows through serving others, and is guarded through careful discernment. Scripture: Mark 8:1-26 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 25th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jesus." For more...

God calls His people to come to Him, believe Him, trust Him and ask of Him. This is what faith looks like and this is what moves the heart and hand of God to bring about a breakthrough in our lives. May God ignite our faith to believe Him for all that He wants to do in and through us in Jesus name! Scripture: Mark 7:24-37 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 24...

Human beings are good at building systems and structures that go beyond what God has told us in His Word. Through Mark 7:1-23, Pastor Ben Dixon teaches just how far this can go and why we need to confront toxic religion and move closer to what Jesus intended for His followers in every generation. Scripture: Mark 7:1-23 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 23rd...

Does God have a purpose or an answer for the trials, difficulties, pains, and problems we face? The answer is YES. Pastor Ben Dixon teaches from Mark 6:45-56, showing how Jesus intends to use the difficulty of a physical storm to strengthen the disciples spiritually for the ministry ahead. Scripture: Mark 6:34-56 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 22nd sessio...

In John chapter 10 Jesus said, “I am the Good Shepherd.” This means that He loves us, cares for us, watches over us, provides for us, encourages us, and even corrects us when we need it. Pastor Ben Dixon shows how Jesus is constantly shepherding every one in every way. Have you made Jesus your Shepherd? Scripture: Mark 6:30-44 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is t...

Just because the contrast in Godly and Godless examples are clear does not mean people will always choose the right example in who they follow. Becoming a faithful follower of Jesus has a lot to do with who you choose to look up to and learn from. Scripture: Mark 6:14-29 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 20th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jes...

Representing Jesus can be quite intimidating no matter who you are, Jesus sends us with everything that we need in order to represent Him well in every place that we will go. Will you choose to be a "sent one"? Scripture: Mark 6:7-13 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 19th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jesus." For more information go to www.be...

Because of the disbelief and contempt of his hometown, Jesus was unable to perform miracles when he visited. From this passage we can learn to evaluate people properly, see Jesus for who He truly is, determine how we ourselves will respond to His miracles, and refuse to disbelieve in Jesus' Lordship and power. Scripture: Mark 6:1-6 Speaker: Pastor Scott Dungan Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus T...

Jesus brings health to sickness and brings life to death. Pastor Ben Dixon shows in Mark 5 how two individuals exemplify radical faith and desperation in order to encounter supernatural health and life from Jesus. Scripture: Mark 5:21-43 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 17th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jesus." For more information go to ww...

Jesus delivered people from demonic power and He still does today. Pastor Ben Dixon shows how demons submit to the the presence, power, and testimony of Jesus. Scripture: Mark 5:1-20 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 16th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jesus." For more information go to www.bendixon.org

The storms of life may bring out the worst in us, but what if they are used by God to grow us into something better? Pastor Ben Dixon teaches how Jesus wants to grow us through our difficult seasons. Scripture: Mark 4:35-41 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 15th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jesus." For more information go to www.bendixon.org

The Kingdom of God is established by Jesus and through Jesus' disciples. In this passage Pastor Ben Dixon shows how Jesus continues to use parables to instruct his disciples to shine boldly, sow the Gospel generously, and expect growth abundantly.  Scripture: Mark 4:21-34 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 14th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Je...

The condition of the "soil" of our heart is of utmost importance. Jesus teaches that in order to have a fruitful life with all that God wants, you must have a receptive heart to all that God says. Scripture: Mark 4:1-20 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 13th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jesus." For more information go to www.bendixon.org

Our perspective of Jesus influences our approach and response to Him. Pastor Ben Dixon teaches how some perspectives of Jesus result in a resistance toward Him, while others cultivate a receiving from Him. Scripture: Mark 3:20-35 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 12th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission with Jesus." For more information go to www.bendix...

God wants to speak to us more than we want to hear from Him, but sometimes we can't hear Him. Pastor Ben Dixon teaches that sometimes we don't hear the voice of God because we won't do what He is already saying. God wants us to confess the secret places in our lives to Him and repent. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: John 16:12-15 Series: Ignite Gatherings   For more information go to www.bend...

There is a big difference between those in the crowd who came to Jesus for something and those who committed to Jesus to help him with something. Pastor Ben Dixon encourages us to choose commitment to Jesus' discipleship rather than be one of the crowd.  Scripture: Mark 3:7-19 Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 11th session in the series, "Mark: On Mission wi...

Northwest Church is beginning 2022 with a focus on renewing our relationship with God. In this message Pastor Ben Dixon shares what "renewal" really means and the purpose of fasting.  Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Matthew 11:6, Matthew 6:16-18, Ezra 8:21, Romans 12:1, Matthew 4:1-4, Galatians 6:16-17, Isaiah 58:1-2 Series: Stand Alone Messages For more information go to www.bendixon.org

Jesus was born in a strange manner: into a poor family, in an outcast of a city, and among peculiar people. However unlikely, this miraculous birth causes a response in us to rejoice, place our faith and hope in Jesus, and share the good news with everyone who has yet to hear. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Luke 2:1-20 Series: Stand Alone Messages For more information go to www.bendixon.org

The Pharisees interpreted Jesus and His teachings through their own agendas. This is a trap that all Christians can fall into. Pastor Ben Dixon teaches on how we must not miss what is most important to God in our life with Jesus and not foster a spirit or attitude of religiosity. Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: Mark 2:23-3:6 Series: Mark: On Mission with Jesus This is the 10th session in the...