Jesus: More Than a Role Model

Continuing on in the True[ish] series, North Side focused on “Jesus: More Than a Role Model” today.  A time to celebrate the cross and remember Christ’s sacrifice through observing communion. Today, we worshiped to: Here I Am to Worship – Tim Hughes Amazing Grace – Chris Tomlin (NS Worship Version) In Christ Alone – Stuart Townend How Deep the Father’s …

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The Trinity: 1+1+1=1

In constructing correct doctrinal beliefs, we each must wrestle with the issue of the Trinity. The Trinity is the term used to express the belief in the Christian Godhead as one God in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The Trinity is one of those beliefs that Christians claim to hold, but we often find ourselves unable to articulate …

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Egypt in the Rearview Mirror

Second week in the Wilderness series.  This picture is of Fred the Manequin who watches over our tech team in the back on Sunday mornings.  He has served the last few weeks as a stand-in for Jeff as our light and camera techs work some things out. He has scared many people over the last few weeks as they walk …

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Church Sign: Jesus is Watching

Normally, I’m not a fan of most church signs, but this one I dig.  Even though it is a picture of a white, American Jesus which isn’t that close to reality, the message should get some people to think twice.  Enjoy the picture and the context: Confront the elephant in the pew!

Jesus is My Friend Video (Is This Legit?)

I stumbled upon this video last week.  I can’t tell if it is serious or a joke.  I would love to hear your feedback on its a) intention, and b) your favorite moment. What’s your opinion?  Is this video legit or a joke?  And what’s your favorite moment?

The Greatest Need for Leaders

Due to the reading on leadership and time of self-reflection, I have identified some areas in which I need to change concerning my own leadership skills. First, I must constantly develop my own personal relationship with Jesus.  In order for me to leave a legacy to my family and my congregation, I need to ensure that my personal relationship with …

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Atonement of Grace

a·tone·ment (ə-tōn’mənt)  Pronunciation Key n. Amends or reparation made for an injury or wrong; expiation. Reconciliation or an instance of reconciliation between God and humans. Atonement Christianity The reconciliation of God and humans brought about by the redemptive life and death of Jesus. Obsolete Reconciliation; concord. The gospel begins with God, but we messed it up through Rebellion. Our sinful …

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The Messiah Tension

Yesterday, we concluded the Crossroads series with a message entitled, “The Messiah Tension.”  Many people are confused really if Jesus meets the qualifications of the long-awaited Messiah.  I talked about three major objections to Jesus in my message before getting to the real objection. The real objection to following Jesus for many people is they simply don’t want to follow …

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