North Metro Church

In Week 2 of Getting in the Game, we're talking about Spectator Sports — and why following Jesus was never meant to be something we watch from the stands. Active faith looks like humility, service, and a willingness to step in where we're needed. This week, the invitation is simple: pick up the towel and take a serving next step.

Jesus never called us to sit in the stands and settle for a comfortable faith. In this four-week series, we'll challenge one another to reject lukewarm Christianity, serve others, build meaningful community, and help one person find and follow Jesus. Faith was never meant to be a spectator sport. It's time to get in the game.

Are you full of information but starving for the truth?

In this powerful message, guest speaker Pastor Leonce challenges us to evaluate how we consume content in our modern world. We live in an age where podcasts, hot takes, and algorithms constantly fight for our attention, but information alone cannot spiritually form us.

Pastor Leonce unpacks why the Bible isn't just an ancient playbook or an emergency parachute—it is essential for our daily survival. Whether you are brand new to faith, carrying hurt from how the Bible has been misused against you, or feeling numb after years in the church, this message is a profound invitation to come back to the table and hear God's voice.

Are you spiritually "fake full"? In this powerful kickoff to our Hunger Revival 2026, guest speaker and worship leader Blake Goss brings a challenging and transformative word about what it truly means to crave the presence of God.

Using the physical analogy of being "fake full"—feeling stuffed by inflammation rather than true nutrition—Blake reveals how we often fill our lives with distractions, guilt, and even good things (like ministry or serving), leaving no room for the One Thing that actually satisfies our souls.

Is grace too soft? Does God's forgiveness simply overlook sin, or does it do something far greater?

In the final message of the Grappling with Grace series, we discover the biblical truth that grace is not weakness—it is God's transforming power. Looking at Titus 2:11-14, we see that grace doesn't excuse sin, minimize holiness, or leave us where we are. Instead, grace saves us, trains us, empowers us to say "no" to sin, "yes" to God's purposes, and gives us the hope to keep following Jesus every day.

If you've ever struggled with shame, wondered why lasting change feels impossible, or questioned whether grace really transforms lives, this message will encourage and challenge you. You'll learn why guilt can never change the human heart—but the grace of Jesus can.

In this message you'll discover: • Why grace saves us before it trains us • The difference between shame and conviction • How grace empowers us to overcome sin instead of excusing it • Why real transformation comes from God's Spirit, not human effort • The hope that comes from living between Christ's first coming and His return

No matter where you've been or what you're carrying today, God's grace is stronger than your past, greater than your failures, and powerful enough to lead you into lasting freedom.

📖 Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Have you ever felt like someone, or maybe even yourself, is just "too far gone" for God's grace?

In Week 2 of our series, we dive into Mark 5:1–20 to explore what happens when Jesus intentionally crosses to the "other side" to reach a man society had completely isolated and written off. This powerful message reminds us that God's unmerited favor extends far beyond our comfort zones.

We sing about grace, talk about grace, and pray for grace...but sometimes grace unsettles us. What do we do when grace seems unfair? What about when it reaches people we would have written off? And does grace mean God is soft on sin? In our teaching series, Grappling with Grace, we'll explore why the grace of God can be so difficult to understand and so life-changing to receive. Whether you've followed Jesus for years or are just beginning to consider faith, this series will help us see why grace is not just something we believe...it is something we all desperately need.

What did Jesus actually accomplish on the cross? Why does His death and resurrection still change lives today? In this biblical message, we explore 15 powerful Gospel truths that reveal what Jesus accomplished through His sacrifice and resurrection. From complete forgiveness to a new identity in Christ, this sermon will deepen your understanding of God's grace and remind you of the incredible freedom available through faith in Jesus. Whether you've followed Christ for years or you're just beginning to ask questions about Christianity, this message points back to the heart of the Gospel. In this sermon you'll discover: • Why Jesus paid the penalty for our sin • What it means to be completely forgiven • How God's love was fully demonstrated at the cross • Your new identity as a child of God • The freedom Jesus purchased for every believer Key Scripture: Galatians 5:1 — "It is for freedom that Christ has set us free." If this message encouraged you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs the hope, forgiveness, and freedom found in Jesus Christ. #Jesus #Gospel #TheCross #FreedomInChrist #ChristianSermon #BibleTeaching #Faith #Grace #Forgiveness #Resurrection #ChristianLiving

What do you do when God seems silent, life doesn't make sense, and you're left wondering, "How long is a little while?" Guest Teacher, Jerry Gillis brings a powerful message from John 16, where Jesus prepares His disciples for one of the darkest moments of their lives. Although they couldn't understand His words, Jesus was pointing them beyond their confusion to the hope of His resurrection and the joy that was coming. If you've ever wrestled with unanswered questions, difficult seasons, or the feeling that God is taking longer than you expected, this message will encourage you to trust His timing and remember that your sorrow is never the end of the story. In this sermon, you'll discover: • What Jesus meant by "a little while" • Why God's timing often feels confusing • How faith grows in seasons of waiting • The hope that turns sorrow into lasting joy 📖 Scripture: John 16:16–24 If this message encourages you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share it with someone who needs hope today. #John16 #FaithInWaiting #ChristianSermon #TrustGod #BibleTeaching #HopeInChrist #Jesus #ChristianFaith #Church #BibleStudy

Have you ever felt forgotten, abandoned, or distant from God? In this powerful Father's Day message, Pastor Matt shares a childhood story of being accidentally left behind during a family move—a moment that left him feeling alone, helpless, and forgotten. But that story becomes a doorway into a much greater truth: God is not a distant Father. He is the perfect Father who pursues, protects, adopts, and loves His children with relentless compassion. Through Scripture and personal stories of adoption, foster care, and fatherhood, this sermon reveals the heart of God from Genesis to the cross. Discover what it means to be chosen, accepted, and deeply loved—not because of what you've done, but because of who God is. If you've struggled to trust God because of painful experiences with earthly parents, this message offers healing, hope, and a fresh vision of the Father's love. Key Scriptures: • Genesis 1 • Psalm 68:5 • Psalm 103:13 • Matthew 6–7 • John 10:30 • Romans 5:8 • Galatians 4:4–7 • 1 John 3:1 • 1 John 4:19 In this message you'll discover: ✓ The biblical theme of God as Father ✓ What it means to be adopted into God's family ✓ How the cross demonstrates God's love ✓ Why your identity as a child of God changes everything ✓ How to experience a secure relationship with your Heavenly Father No matter your story, God's love is pursuing you. #FathersDay #GodTheFather #Adoption #ChristianSermon #Faith #Jesus #Gospel #IdentityInChrist #Hope #ChristianLiving