In this message, Pastor Gary shares A Simple Theology of Giving and reminds us that generosity is not God trying to get something from us — it is God forming something in us.
The Bible talks often about money, possessions, generosity, poverty, greed, and stewardship, not because God needs our money, but because money has such a powerful grip on our hearts. Giving is more than a financial transaction. It is worship, trust, justice, community, mission, and transformation.
Christian generosity begins with the gospel: God gave Himself to us in Jesus. Because God gave first, we learn to live open-handed lives that reflect His heart.
This message also explores what generosity means for North Shore Church as we move from simply maintaining ministry toward dreaming, preparing, and making room for mission.
Key Themes:

Generosity, stewardship, worship, trust, mission, justice, transformation, church giving, discipleship, open-handed faith, gospel-centred generosity
Scriptures Referenced:

Psalm 24

John 3:16

2 Corinthians 8:9

Ephesians 5:2

1 John 3:16–18

Proverbs 3:9

Deuteronomy 15

Matthew 6

Leviticus 19:10

Acts 2

Acts 4

Philippians 4:18

3 John 8

2 Corinthians 9:7

Pentecost Sunday reminds us that the Holy Spirit was not poured out so the church could become comfortable, but so the church could become witnesses.
In this message, Pastor Gary preaches from Acts 1:8, where Jesus gives His followers both a promise and a mission. The promise is power from the Holy Spirit. The mission is to be His witnesses in Jerusalem, Judea, Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.
This message calls us to recover the power of personal testimony, to witness faithfully where God has placed us, to cross barriers like Samaria, and to pray for people around the world who still have little or no access to the gospel.

In this message, Pastor Gary looks at Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28–30: “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” This is not just an invitation to take a break, but a call to find true rest for the soul in Jesus.
Life can leave us tired, burdened, anxious, overwhelmed, and worn down by pressure, performance, comparison, and the weight of responsibility. But Jesus does not shame the weary. He invites them to come close, take His yoke, and learn His pace.
This message explores the connection between Jesus’ promise of rest and the Sabbath grainfield moment that follows in Matthew 12, showing that the deepest rest is not finally found in a day, but in a Person. Jesus is Lord of the Sabbath, and He teaches us how to carry life with Him, not apart from Him.
If you are tired of being tired, Jesus’ invitation still stands: come to Him, and find rest for your soul.

This week at North Shore Church, Pastor Gary continues the “He Promises” series with a message titled Finding Freedom From Your Worries.
In a world filled with anxiety, uncertainty, financial pressure, and fear about the future, Jesus speaks a powerful promise: “Do not worry.” Through Matthew 6, we explore how Jesus calls us to look to our Heavenly Father, strengthen our faith, and trust God with our future.
This message is practical, encouraging, and deeply biblical for anyone carrying stress, fear, anxiety, or overwhelming burdens. Discover how worry steals peace, how faith conquers fear, and why God’s presence is greater than whatever you are facing today.

This week pastor Katie Preaches all about finding peace in your thoughts as we continue our series about the Promises of Jesus.

In this message, Pastor Gary explores the powerful promise of Jesus found in Matthew 28:18–20—that He is with us always—and what that really means when life doesn’t go as planned.
Looking at the storm in Mark 4:35–41, we see that following Jesus doesn’t remove storms, but it does change who is in the boat with us. Even in moments of fear, doubt, and uncertainty, Jesus is present—and He still has authority over every storm.
If you’ve ever wondered where God is in the middle of your struggle, this message is a reminder: you are not alone in the struggle.

In this message, Pastor Gary explores what it really means to hear God’s voice—and how we can grow in recognizing it in our everyday lives. Through the words of Jesus in John 10, we’re reminded that God is not distant or silent, but a Good Shepherd who speaks to His people and calls them by name.
Looking at the story of Samuel, the whisper to Elijah, and the invitation of Jesus in Revelation 3, this message challenges us to move beyond uncertainty and into relationship. Pastor Gary walks through three practical steps—asking God to speak, learning to listen, and responding in obedience—while reminding us that hearing God’s voice often requires slowing down and turning down the noise of life.
Whether you’re new to faith or have been following Jesus for years, this message will encourage you to lean in, listen closely, and trust that God is still speaking today.

In this Easter message, Pastor Gary walks through the question many people quietly carry: Does God still love me? With honesty and compassion, this message points us back to the truth of Scripture—that God’s love is not based on our performance, but on His character. From the story of the lost sheep to the power of the cross and resurrection, we are reminded that Jesus pursues us personally. No matter what you’re carrying today, you are not forgotten—you are the one He loves.

In this message, Pastor Gary explores the powerful meaning behind the word “Hosanna” and what really happened on Palm Sunday.

As Jesus entered Jerusalem to the sound of celebration, the crowds shouted “Hosanna!”—a word that carries both a cry for help and a declaration of praise. But what they expected from Jesus and what He came to do were not the same.

Through Scripture, this message walks from Palm Sunday to the cross and ultimately to the resurrection, revealing how God answers our deepest cries—not always in the way we expect, but in the way we truly need.

This message invites us to live in the tension of faith—honestly crying out to God while boldly trusting and praising Him.

A church that pleases God is a church that still says:
“Lord, save us” and “You are our Saviour.”