Pastor's Sermon Series, Audio Study Guide, Northwood Baptist Church

Believing in Jesus is a good thing. But certainly there is more to being a follower of Christ than just some mental assent to someone you believe existed or even that He died to forgive us. If you love him, you’ll keep HIs commands. How serious was Jesus when He taught that. He was very serious because what goes on in your life is a matter of life and death. If you want to know you have eternal li...

We sin. We experience darkness. We have no way out.. except for the light of the world, Jesus Christ. He took our place and made it so that we have a way to be in God's holy presence in heaven and walk in His light right now.

Ever wonder why the high priest wore the garments he did? It was to point HIs people to His glory and beauty. As His people looked forward to the messiah, they would recognize His glory and beauty to trust and follow Jesus.

We often think of God as a wrathful and judgmental God in th Old Testament, but He is so much more. In the same way that the Israelites were disobedient then saw the longsuffering and forigiveness that God offered them, we are now given that grace and forgiveness now. Even when we don’t deserve it. As Romans 5 reminds us, But God proves his own love for us in that while we were still sinners, Chri...

When our worship is good it affects not only our heart and emotions, it also affects our mind and will. It’s not simply a feeling, but a mindful response to our God who loves us and won us a great victory. Let’s worship in Spirit and in truth starting today.

We all like to think we have faith. Faith in a friend, in our job, in our parents, etc. But our faith is onyl as good as what the object of our faith. As followers of Christ, it is our faith in the One who will never fail that gives us hope. Not because we have a great amount of faith, but because Jesus is wirthy of our faith.

There are some things we should never forget. And I’m not just talking about your wedding anniversary or your mother’s birthday. We should never forget what the Lord has done for us. Not just the physical blessings, but also the blessings of salvation and forgiveness because of Christ’s death on the Cross. The Passover points us back to all He did for us. The Lord’s Supper points us to Christ defe...

God is awesome! But do we really know all that means. Because God is awesome, I can trust Him and I can believe Him. You can that starting today. Never harden your heart.

In our world where so many are discouraged, even when they do the right thing, we can let that attitude get all over us as well. But God can bring trusted. He will do what He said He will do. Even if people and circumstances don’t seem to be moving that direction. Let’s learn how God is at work even now from the book of Exodus.

We should make a point in our lives to know well what affects us most. You might think you should know what others think about you, or know your career well, or even know your friends. But there is no one greater to know than knowing God. Having a relationship with Him was what Moses was missing, so God intoduced Himself as Moses got to know God better than anyone before him ever had.

Difficulties and trials in our lives often make us feel as if people and sometimes even God has forgotten us. But, that is never the case. The proof is that God is always at work in ways we cannot see Him. We need to remember God. He has worked before. He will in our our lives. trust His timing. Receive His best.

Growth in our lives is something we should strive for. When we grow we can do great things. How much more should we choose to grow in our relationship with our Lord and His church? Without growth, we die. On a spiritual level, it’s time we grow in our lives as never before.

This body will not last. We are foolish to waste our lives keeping it as if it will. But for followers of Christ, we have the promise of not only life abundant nnow, but also life eternal with Jesus Christ. Living for Christ is the best life you can ever live. It does matter how you live now. It will echo though eternity.

There is nothing more important to the believer in Jesus than His resurrection. Without that, we are nothing. But, it is also true if we are not resurrected from the dead, then neither did Jesus. Believe and live for eternity. It’s that simple.

God has called for order in our worship as a congregation. We cannot be doing whatever we want whenever we want in worship. It is a command to be orderly and understandable. While no spiritual gifts are out or bounds, God requires His church to act responsibly and with humility each and ever time we gather for worship.

Do you want to know what love is? Many people are asking the same question. Love is not a feeling, but a person, Jesus Christ. He is the One who in love came to this and died and rose again. Because of Him, we can love as God intended and designed from the beginning of creation.

Every single believer has been given a gift to serve our Lord and His church. But not everyone is using it. It’s time to jump in with both feet and build His church together.

Thanksgiving is a cornerstone of the Christian life. That is not only a meal we share with famiikly, but mostly a meal we share with other believers as we worship the Lord remembering the Lord’s last supper. Whether you call it communion, the Lord’s Supper, or something else, it is an opportunity to thank our Lord for what He did to give us eternal by the forgiveness of our sin.

God created and designed men to be men and women to be women. How we choose to live God’s plan and purpose in our lives makes a difference in our usefulness for God and in the lives of His people. Be who God created you to be. He makes no mistake,

God has been faithful to His own. Why do we struggle to be faithful to Him? God is asking you to be faithful. Learn about the warning signs that we are moving away from Him on this episode.

We are partnering together to complete the mission and plan of God. Not only do we partner with those who currently got to church, but also future generations. We will be the ones who have our shoulders stood on to continue the work. Let's go!

Our world is overwhelmed by everyone declaring their rights. We as beleivers must be willing to step back and examine our minds to see if there are any right we should give. Eternity is more important than rights we hold so closely.

Both Marriage and Singleness are a gift from God. whatever season God has you in, it is a blessing to live for Him well as you find His purpose and do His will. your life can be that fulfilling starting today!

Divorce is rampant in our culture. Living together without marriage is as well. We need to be asking the question, what does God think about this. AND, how do we respond to that lifestyle as followers of Christ? Have questions? We've got the answers!

Does it matter if I have sex with someone who is not my husband or wife? Does God care about my sexuality? Yes, He does, because you belong to Him. Listen to find out God's plan for you, your sex life, and your commitment to His way for you.