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The Psalms | Episode 1: Delighting in the Word The Psalms are not just read, they’re lived. They are the Spirit-breathed songs that train us to pray, worship, lament, and rejoice until every part of life is lived in Him and lifted to Him. Psalm 1 shows us the secret: the righteous don’t obey out of duty but delight —love-driven obedience that plants us by the river and makes us fruitful in every s...

Listen in as Pastor Lindsey speaks at a Youth Revival at Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church in Lexington TN

Week 3: Championing Heaven’s Realities This week we dive into Colossians 3:1-2 and the call to set our hearts on the realities of heaven . What does that look like? It means more than simply believing—it means championing the realities of God’s Kingdom here on earth. In this message, we explore how heaven reveals unity where earth is divided. Revelation 7 paints the picture: people from every trib...

In Acts 16, Paul and Silas were beaten, chained, and thrown into the deepest part of a prison—yet they were undaunted . They didn’t sing for the victory, they sang from the victory. This week, we explore how joy and freedom are inward realities that no outward chain can steal, why following Jesus is worth every trial, and what it means to truly “live sent.” From the prison cell to the streets of y...

In this first message of our Month of Renewal series, we confront the silent distractions that pull us away from Jesus—what Scripture and life experience call “chasing ghosts.” Drawing from 2 Samuel 13, we look at King David’s grief over Amnon and ask: Are we mourning who someone was, who they became, or who we hoped they’d be? And in our own lives—how often do we dwell on what could’ve been inste...

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📖 Exodus 1–2 | Galatians 4 | Philippians 3 | 2 Corinthians 5 What do you do when you feel stuck between two worlds—longing for Heaven while living in a broken system? In this episode, Pastor Lindsey Melton Jr. explores the story of Moses as a shadow of Christ and a mirror for our own lives. Born Hebrew, raised Egyptian, Moses lived in the pressure of two opposing realities—just like every Jesus f...

What Does Freedom Really Look Like in 2025? In this episode, we dig deep into Galatians 4:4–5:1 to uncover what true freedom means in a world still tangled in legalism, distorted religion, and modern-day bondage. We explore: How legalism isn’t just rule-keeping—it’s slavery to self-righteousness Why today’s view of “religion” often misses the relational heart of the Gospel The dangerous extremes o...

In this final week of our Beatitudes series, we dig into Matthew 5:9–12 and Jesus’ call to be peacemakers —those who carry harmony into every space they occupy. But true peace doesn’t come cheap. As we learn from Christ Himself, peace was bought with blood, and living as a peacemaker may leave us cut, bruised, and misunderstood. We also unpack what real persecution looks like—not unpaid bills or d...

In Week 6 of our Beatitudes series, we explore what it truly means to be “pure in heart” (Matthew 5:8 CSB)—and it’s not about perfection. It’s about wholehearted devotion to God, a life free from compromise, and a heart that’s been cleansed by Jesus. Pastor Lindsey takes us deep into the meaning of katharos —clean, sincere, unstained—and shows us how purity flows from walking daily in the Spirit,...

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The Beatitudes Series | Week 5: "Blessed Are the Merciful" In this episode, we dive into Matthew 5:7—“Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” Mercy isn’t just feeling sorry for someone—it’s compassion in action. Jesus isn’t talking about occasional acts of kindness; He’s describing a posture, a way of life. The Greek word used here ( eleēmones ) means a person whose heart is shape...

The Beatitudes Series – Week 4 | Homecoming Sunday Matthew 5:6 – “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” This Homecoming Sunday at True North, we didn’t just gather—we aligned. Pastor Lindsey Melton Jr. unpacks what it means to hunger and thirst for righteousness, not as a someday reward but as a present reality. Drawing from Matthew 5:6, James 1, and...

The Beatitudes Series // Week Three – “Blessed Are the Meek” 📍True North Church | truenorth731.com This week at True North, we continued our deep dive into the Beatitudes with a message from Matthew 5:5 — “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” But don’t confuse meekness with weakness. Jesus isn’t calling us to shrink back—He’s inviting us to walk in power under control , to liv...

In this heartfelt Mother’s Day message, Kelsey Melton continues our series on the Beatitudes with a timely word from Matthew 5:4—“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Whether you're grieving, remembering, or simply feeling the weight of a broken world, this message offers the deep comfort and hope found only in Christ. Mourning is not weakness—it’s a doorway to the nearness of...

Welcome to our Midweek Service—a powerful hour of worship, Word, and realignment with God's presence. Whether you’re watching live or catching the replay, we pray this message encourages your spirit, strengthens your faith, and draws you closer to Jesus. 🕕 Join us every Wednesday at 6 PM 📍True North Church | Lexington, TN 🌐 Visit us: truenorth731.com Let this midweek moment be a reset for your...

In this episode, we kick off our new series on The Beatitudes by diving into Matthew 5:1–3. Jesus begins His most famous sermon not with commands, but with a blessing—spoken over the kind of people the world often overlooks. What does it mean to be “poor in spirit”? It’s not about financial lack, but spiritual humility—knowing we are completely dependent on God. Jesus uses the word makários to des...

This week, we journey down the road to Emmaus with two disillusioned followers—and the risen Christ Himself. Drawing from Luke 24:13–35, Pastor Lindsey unpacks how Jesus meets us in our doubt, searches the temperature of our hearts, and kindles a fire of faith within us. Even when we can’t see Him, He is leading us to deeper discovery. We explore how Christ revealed Himself through the Scriptures,...

This Easter message from True North Church explores the deep, redemptive meaning behind Jesus’ death and resurrection. In this episode, we unpack: - The meaning of atonement through the Hebrew word kapar — to cover, to cancel, to reconcile - How Adam and Eve’s fig leaves, Noah’s ark, and Jesus’ blood all point to one truth: we need to be covered - Why the cross wasn’t just about forgiveness—but ab...

Palm Sunday 2025: What Happened in the Gap? Palm Sunday marks Jesus’ celebrated entry into Jerusalem—but what happened in the gap between “Hosanna!” and “Crucify Him!”? In this powerful message, Pastor Lindsey walks us through Luke 19 and John 13, helping us reflect on the moments between the moments—where life is truly formed. While the crowd expected a conquering King to overthrow Rome, Jesus ca...

Easter Series 2025 – Lent, Week 5 | Passion Sunday Sermon 📅 Preached on Sunday, April 6, 2025 As we enter the final stretch of Lent, this fifth Sunday—known as Passion Sunday —marks the beginning of Passiontide , the two weeks leading up to Easter that focus deeply on the suffering and death of Jesus. In this message, we explore the rising tension between Jesus and the religious authorities, sett...

Listen in on this Fellowship Sunday as we dive into the heart of Communion, exploring John 17:1-3 and the profound truth that eternal life is more than endless days—it’s an intimate, transforming relationship with the Father, Son, and Spirit. In this message, we’ll unpack what it means to truly “know” God—not just through facts, but through a deep, personal experience that changes how we live, lov...

In this Sunday Gathering! We had the blessing of being ministered by George & Alethea Melton! we pray as you listen in you will be blessed!

In this week's message, we dive into the most crucial aspect of generosity—giving our hearts to God. We've talked about giving our finances and our time, but without a surrendered heart, true generosity is impossible. Jesus challenges us in Luke 12:22-34 to guard our hearts from anxiety and worldly worries, reminding us that we have the power to choose where our focus lies. What we treasure most—w...