True North

The Bible states that ALL Scripture is God-breathed. In today’s teaching, Pastor Gary will warn listeners against cherry picking which verses they like, and accept that every Word of God is True. What the Lord declares in His Word WILL come to pass, and in His Word should rest our security in life. Some things can be hard to swallow or understand, but the Holy Spirit is always working to reveal Hi...

There is no better place to live in, rest upon, and operate from than God’s presence! In today’s message, Pastor Gary encourages listeners to look no further than our Savior for ultimate joy, peace, and satisfaction. The enemy will offer every worldly alternative to steal your attention and affection, but nothing compares to walking with the Lord. Have you been living from the presence of God in y...

How do we become connected to God, or even more so, how do we live from the presence of God? In today’s teaching, Pastor Gary will break down this important concept, noting the mighty work of the Holy Spirit to make this possible. Perhaps you still remember the day that you accepted Jesus as your Savior, and perhaps you have experienced the fruits of that decision by a greater oneness with God! Wi...

As a kid, it was hard to tell others that I was a Christian. But as I grew deeper in my faith, I realized that the Bible teaches that the world will treat you differently as a Christian. Jesus says in the book of Matthew, “Ye shall be hated of all men for my name's sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.” In today’s message, Pastor Gary tells you that if someone casts the proverbial...

Have you ever been to a church where you see the congregation supporting and uplifting each other? It's a powerful sight. As Christians, it’s normal to want to socialize and be together. The Bible teaches that if you and I walk in the light, as Jesus is in the light, then you and I have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ, His Son, cleanses all from sin. So, In today’s messa...

In today’s message, Pastor Gary inspires you to envision: What does faith look like? The Bible teaches that faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. You might be thinking, “How can I have faith in something I can’t see?” Perhaps you can’t see where your next paycheck will come from. Maybe you can’t see when your season of struggle will end. But today, Pastor Gar...

Have you ever heard another Christian say, “Take up your cross?” It's not about carrying a physical cross, but about embracing sacrifice. As Apostle Paul writes in the book of Galatians, “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.” Paul is urging the reader to follow Christ's example, to make sacrifices in their lives, and to let Jesus live through them. I...

Did you hear what Pastor Gary just said? He shared that Jesus Christ, the only one qualified to die for the sins of humanity, did so on that cross because He was sinless and perfect. Imagine a world where God didn't send His Son to die for your sins. The Bible teaches that the penalty of sin is death, but God's love for you is so immense that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to pay that price. In to...

Keep your eyes on the horizon of Jesus and not on the waves of turbulent seas! As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Gary, he shares with you that no foundation will ever be solid without the Lord. Jesus is to be your Rock. Not the things and cares of this world. When you keep your eyes on Jesus, He becomes your stability, your anchor, your joy, and your strength. Pastor Gary encourages you...

Faith comes by hearing the Word of God! In today’s message from Pastor Gary, he encourages you to take action toward growing your faith. If you feel like your faith is dwindling, get into the Scriptures. We all can go through desert seasons where it feels like our faith is being dried up. That’s why Pastor Gary emphasizes the importance of staying rooted and anchored in the Bible. Recite verses ov...

Believe it or not, but Jesus lives to make intercession for you! Pastor Gary shares with you this beautiful truth through today’s message. Jesus is seated at the right hand of the Heavenly Father. Whether you feel His presence or not, He is present in your life. Pastor Gary explains that Jesus knows and understands your concerns and cares. He intercedes for you daily to His Father. Understand that...

When we’re going through seasons of darkness, it can be difficult to sense God’s presence. As you listen to Pastor Gary’s message today, he encourages you to hold onto the Word of God. There are times in life in which it might not feel like God is close by. But God’s Word reminds you that He promises to never leave you. Pastor Gary reiterates the point that God’s Word never returns void. The more...

To think that you need to change in order for you to come to God, couldn’t be further from the truth! Pastor Gary encourages you through today’s message that God can meet you no matter where you’re at in life. It doesn’t matter your past, how much of a mess you are now, or where you fear you’re headed. God knows and understands, and He welcomes you with open arms. Pastor Gary explains, that no one...

Are you resting in the security of your salvation? Today, Pastor Gary encourages you that when you’ve received Jesus as your Lord and Savior, you can rest knowing that He’s got you covered for eternity. When Jesus was nailed to the cross, so were all of your sins: past, present, and future. When He said that “it is finished,” it’s indeed finished. Your sins have been dealt with forever by Jesus’ f...

Are you allowing the Lord to have His way in your life? Or are you still clinging to your own way? In today’s message from Pastor Gary, he teaches you about the power the Holy Spirit can have in your life if you’re yielded to Him. The Spirit has the ability to empower, guide, teach, and direct you closer to Jesus. However, when you’re not open to hearing His voice, He can’t guide you. Pastor Gary...

Are you careful with the words that you let your mouth speak? As you listen to today’s message from Pastor Gary, he encourages you to be watchful over your tongue. The tongue has the incredible ability to either build someone up or tear them down. Words create worlds and words can create hurt. Pastor Gary urges you to reconsider the next time you’re angry with someone. Use your words carefully to...

If you have any doubt about who really cares for you, and who really loves you, listen to Pastor Gary as he reminds us today that Jesus is the ultimate promise keeper and life-giver. Jesus is nothing like the world. He didn’t buy us on the cheap, only to spit us out again when He’s through with us. He didn’t spin tales of enticement, leaving us empty and without hope. He loved you SO MUCH, that He...

Do you sometimes feel like you’re being pulled in all directions? Social media, cultural do’s and don’ts, and the government are only a few that come to mind in that great tug of war over our hearts and minds. Pastor Gary warns us today that we must be on our guard. Because if we’re not, we’ll slide down the slippery slope that takes us further and further away from the only One that we should sta...

Are you ready for a riddle? What do auctions and eBay have in common? You guessed it. They both have possessions for sale. And as we all know, the highest bidder wins, right? Now take this same concept and apply it to the human race and Jesus Christ. We live in a world vying for our very souls and promising us many things that don’t come anywhere near the price Jesus paid for us when he died on th...

Have you been part of a faith community that lacked the empowerment of the Holy Spirit? Maybe the leaders didn’t emphasize evangelism, or the members were complacent and satisfied with things as they were, but thousands of churches and communities are stagnant today. Pastor Gary warns against this mentality because Jesus has commanded the Church to reach all of humanity for Him. Are you playing yo...

Theodore Roosevelt once said “Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty…” In today’s message, Pastor Gary applies this thinking to the Christian life. Working to build the Kingdom of God is a difficult task, but the reward in store for those who are faithful to follow God’s commands is greater than any reward that can be had on Earth. What are you...

Pastor Gary is here to convict you today! Have you been passionately pursuing God, or have you allowed yourself to get comfortable? Are you witnessing to the people around you, or do you keep to yourself and neglect to share the Good News? The Lord has given you things to enjoy in your life, but you have to remember that all of those things are temporary. Your primary objective as a follower of Je...

The early Church was defined by the amount of pressure and persecution its members faced. Leaders were put in prison, publicly humiliated, and even executed for preaching the Gospel. And yet, the efforts of the enemy to stifle the Good News completely backfired, as a large portion of what we know as the New Testament was written by Paul while behind bars. Pastor Gary encourages you today that the...

How familiar are you with early Church history? The New Testament is only the beginning, but we see throughout history that the ruling powers tried to suppress the growth of the Church. Pastor Gary teaches today about how the early Christians persevered and would not be put down. They stared death in the face and continued to preach the Gospel just as Jesus had commanded them. Are you brave enough...

The reality of life is that nobody lives forever in these human bodies. We will all stand face to face before God someday, and He will either see our sins, resulting in eternal separation, or He will see Jesus - made possible by His Grace - resulting in eternal paradise with Him! Today, Pastor Gary will challenge listeners to answer the call of God’s Grace on their lives and secure eternity with H...