Northway Church Sermons

In this message we examine what the Bible says about our plans. Who do they belong to? What does God see? And what is our next step in walking in wisdom?   Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-3

In this message, we'll examine the wide array of benefits and blessings that come with a vigorous pursuit of God's wisdom in our lives.   Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22

In this message, we'll explore the purpose of the book of Proverbs, and in doing so, discern the starting point for how to rightly apply God's wisdom in our lives.   Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

In this message, we'll consider the final words of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount and what it means to respond wisely by building our life and faith upon the Rock of Christ Jesus.   Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

In this message, Jesus will issue two sobering warnings concerning the path to the Kingdom of Heaven: those who will seek to deceive us concerning salvation and that of our own self-deception. In doing so, we'll consider the implications of those warnings and find encouragement to remain steadfast on the path of Jesus and His righteousness that comes by grace through faith.   Scripture: Matthew 7:15-23

In this message, Jesus will begin the conclusion of his Sermon on the Mount by looking at the first of 4 sets of choices concerning His Kingdom. In doing so, we'll consider two paths that are presented before us, that we might seek to enter the one Jesus Has provided, that leads to new and everlasting life.   Scripture: Matthew 7:12-14

In this message, we will look at Jesus's invitation for us to be persistent in our relationship with God, focusing on our need to need God and the confidence that God will only give us good things.   Scripture: Matthew 7:7-11

In this message, we'll look at the role the Christian is to play in making judgments on the character and conduct of others lives. In doing so, we'll also be cautioned against various forms of blind hypocrisy that can exist in our own lives.   Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

In this message, we'll look back at the very first Easter sermon ever preached. In his sermon Peter declares the glorious news that we have been given; a salvation authenticated by God in the life of Jesus, architected by God in the death of Jesus, and accomplished by God through the resurrection of Jesus!   Scripture: Acts 2:22-24

In this message, Jesus will speak to the issue that seeks to cause most of the worry in our lives. Instead of our worry he offers up better currency for us to invest and rest in.   Scripture: Matthew 6:19-34

In this message, Jesus will address the last of three areas of practical worship where we are prone to seek the applause of man: that of praying and fasting. In contrast to the glory-seeking practices of the Pharisees & Gentiles, Jesus will show us a better way to pray and fast: in secret, out of the desire for intimacy with God and dependence upon His Kingdom purposes.   Scripture: Matthew 6:5-18

In this message, Jesus will begin addressing the first of three areas of practical worship where we are prone to seek the applause of man: that of giving to the needy. In contrast to the glory-seeking practices of the Pharisees, Jesus will show us a better way to give: out of the abundance of grace given to us by God, leveraged for His glory and the good of others.   Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

In this message, Jesus will address how we see and respond to those who seek to take from us or cause us harm.   Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

In this message, Jesus will address two additional issues from God's law that the Scribes and Pharisees had twisted and found means to avoid keeping: that of marriage/divorce and promise-keeping. Jesus will show the true intent of these laws, in such a way that drives us to Him for His mercy, forgiveness, and righteousness.   Scripture: Matthew 5:31-37

In this message, Jesus will begin addressing the first two of six areas in God's law that the Pharisees and Scribes had twisted into a means of external righteousness: that of murder & adultery. Jesus will show the true root of unrighteousness behind those sins, that exists in all of our hearts: that of anger & lust. In doing so, He will point us to Himself, as our only means of forgiveness and true righteousness.   Scripture: Matthew 5:21-30

In this message, Jesus will proclaim how His teachings were not at odds with the Law of God; but rather, the teachings of the pharisees were. In doing so, we will see how Jesus is the fulfillment of Law, on our behalf, and the very means by which we derive our righteousness before God, apart from our own works.   Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

In this message, we'll look at what many have described as Jesus' epilogue to the Beatitudes; whereby Jesus will utilize two prominent metaphors to illustrate our kingdom identity and activity that make us distinct in the world: that of "Salt" & "Light."   Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

In this message, we will look at the introduction of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, known as the Beatitudes. In doing so, we'll examine nine blessings that Jesus says identifies and exemplifies the life and reality of those in the Kingdom of Heaven.   Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

In this message, we'll see how Jesus begins to talk about the kingdom. This involves turning away from lesser things, following him at all costs, and experiencing the fullness of his power.   Scripture: Matthew 4:12-25

In this message, we'll examine the three temptations that Satan presented to Jesus in the wilderness. In doing so, we'll consider the major implications that His obedience has for us in the midst of our own temptations and failures.   Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

In this message, we'll look at the baptism of Jesus Christ. In doing so, we'll consider how His baptism is a fulfillment of righteousness, and why that is such good news for us today.   Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

In this message, we'll look at the ministry of John the Baptist, who served as Jesus' forerunner, announcing His arrival and coming Kingdom. We'll examine his message of repentance and baptism and consider what it means for us to turn from our sin and trust in Jesus as our Savior & King.   Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

In this message, we open the new year by looking at God's unconditional love for the weary perfectionist through the story of Mary and Martha. In doing so, we will meditate on the free gift of grace and man's inability to receive it on any merit other than the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ.   Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

In this message, we'll look at three mini-stories following the birth of Jesus; all of which Matthew sees as proof from the Old Testament that Jesus is indeed the promised Messianic King who not only identifies with the sufferings and sorrows of His people, but has come to serve as the greater Moses to bring deliverance from the bondage of sin.   Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23

In this message, we'll look at the story of the Wise Men who came from afar to worship King Jesus, along with their encounter of King Herod. In doing so, we'll look at the conflict that has historically existed between the Kingdom of God and the kingdoms of man, and be encouraged to receive Matthew's invitation to submission and worship of our true King and Savior, Jesus Christ.   Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

In this message, we'll look at the birth of Jesus as told through the lens of Joseph. In doing so we'll learn why Joseph was willing to believe that the child in his fiancée's womb was indeed conceived of the Holy Spirit and born to save His people from their sins. We will then explore why Jesus is worthy of our belief and trust for salvation as well.   Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

In this message, we'll look at the genealogy of Jesus Christ; proving Him to be the rightful, and long-awaited Messianic King, who has come to save us from our sins.   Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

In this message, we'll look at some of the major expectations in the first century concerning the promised Messiah and His Kingdom— and why it was that so many people missed Jesus when He came. In doing so, we'll consider some of the same temptations in our day, and how Matthew faithfully serves to point us to the true King & Kingdom as found in Jesus Christ.   Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-7

In this message, we will examine some of the prophecies given to Daniel concerning the very end of human history. In doing so, we will consider our assured hope of Jesus' triumphant return, where He will overthrow all enemies, raise the dead, and set up His eternal Kingdom where we shall rule with Him forever. Scripture: Daniel 11:36-12:13

In this message, we will look at one of the most detailed prophecies in all of the bible concerning the future of Israel and the sufferings they would endure in preparation for the coming Messiah. In doing so, we will see God's sovereign authority over human governments, as well as His redemptive purposes for His people who are under them-- so that we might place our hope in Him.   Scripture: Daniel 11:1-35

In this message, we will have the curtains pulled back from the conflict going on in our earthly realm, to see the conflict going on in the heavenly realm. In doing so, we see how God uses our prayers to accomplish His redemptive purposes in both.   Scripture: Daniel 10:1-21

In this message, we will look at one of the most difficult, yet beautifully precise prophecies concerning God's redemptive plan for the ages. In doing so, we will be encouraged to look to Jesus as our appointed Messiah and Savior.   Scripture: Daniel 9:20-27

In this message, we'll look at how amidst suffering and longing to understand what God is doing, Daniel prays. In doing so, he gives us a model prayer for how to commune with God.   Scripture: Daniel 9:1-19

In this message, we'll look at Daniel's near-term vision concerning Antiochus Epiphanes as the foreshadow of the Antichrist to come. We'll consider how this prophecy encourages and emboldens God's people to press on in faith and obedience to Jesus Christ.   Scripture: Daniel 8:1-27

In this message, we'll look at Daniel's visions of the four beasts, the Ancient of Days, and the Son of Man. In doing so, we'll find prophetic hope in God's revelation of the future. Seeing that in the end, Jesus Christ will have the final say over the earth and His Kingdom will be established forever and ever.   Scripture: Daniel 7:1-28

In this message, we'll look at the miraculous story of God's deliverance of Daniel from both the mouths of lions, and the schemes of men. In doing so, we'll consider five faith lessons for all followers of Christ who are experiencing persecution for their faith, along with one amazingly divine parallel.   Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

In this message, we'll see that the writing on the wall is the judgement of God that stops us in our tracks. We will also look at what the message to the King of Babylon was and what it means for us.   Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

In this message, we'll look at the humbling of Nebuchadnezzar and his testimony that it is “the Lord Most High who rules over the earth-- not men.” In doing so, we'll look at the pride that exists in our own hearts, and the example of the humility of Jesus Christ that leads us to faith & repentance.   Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

In this message, we'll look at one of the most famous passages in all the Bible-- the story of Daniel's friends and the fiery furnace. In doing so, we'll consider what it looks like for God's people to remain faithful in our worship of Him in the midst of suffering and not bow down to the idols of our day.   Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

In this message, we'll look at Nebuchadnezzar's dream and its interpretation given to Daniel by God. In doing so, we will see that God is the one who is able to reveal the future, because He is the one who rules over it; therefore we can have hope in the midst of uncertain times.   Scripture: Daniel 2:1-49

In this message we will see how God's grace is brightest amidst our most challenging days.   Scripture: Lamentations 3

In this message, we'll examine Judah's isolation, indoctrination, and assimilation while in exile in Babylon. In doing so, we'll learn of Daniel and his friends' faithfulness to God amidst temptation & compromise. We will also consider what faithfulness looks like for us as followers of Christ in a hostile world.   Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

In this message, we'll look at the beautiful feet that bring the good news of Jesus Christ to the nations. In doing so, we'll consider the role we each get to play in that mission.   Scripture: Romans 10:10-15

In this message, we'll look at Paul's final words ever recorded in Scripture, shortly before his own execution, exhorting Timothy to carry on the mantle of proclaiming the Gospel. In doing so, we'll consider our own lives and the ministry of Gospel proclamation that we have been entrusted with, that we might finish our race well.   Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-22

In this message, we'll look at Paul's exhortation to Timothy to continue in his life-long following of the truth of God's Word. In doing so, we'll consider the significance of the inspired Word of God and its role in our lives.   Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:10-17

In this message, we'll look at Paul's warning to Timothy concerning some of difficulties the church will face in these last days. In doing so, we'll consider some of the errors that we are to avoid in order for the church to stay healthy, empowered, and on mission.   Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-9

In this message, we'll look at Paul's exhortations to Timothy and learn about building our lives on truth, considering our trajectories, and living wisely together.   Scripture: 2 Tim 2:14-26