True North

In Pastor Gary's message today, he shares the true test of character. When a believer goes through the most challenging situation and comes out stronger in their faith, thanks to the strength found in the Lord, those who abandon God at the slightest difficulty never believed in His power in the first place. The power of the Lord is strong enough to outlast any setback, and the believer must only have faith to persevere. Don't let your trouble cause you to give up on the blessings found in the Lord.

Security is a big deal in this culture. We want to feel safe in our homes, our finances, and our relationships. But only God can give you the security you long for. In today’s teaching, Pastor Gary explains that when you begin a relationship with God through Jesus, you’re adopted into His family. You’re not alone. You’re not an orphan. And Jesus will be your advocate and will remind you that your mistakes are covered by His grace. No matter what you’ve done or what people may say, you’re His.

Home remodeling and makeover shows are so popular that there are entire networks devoted to them. People love to see broken-down houses transformed into something amazing. In today’s message, Pastor Gary shares that God wants to renovate your life too. When you begin a relationship with God, He starts the transformative work He wants to do in your life. He’ll change you from the inside out so that you can bring Him glory as you share His love with the people around you. You’ll be in awe of what He does.

It’s pretty much universal. No matter who you are or where you grew up, what you had, or what you didn’t, everyone keeps a running list of their faults. But God doesn’t think much of that list. In today’s edition of True North, Pastor Gary reminds you that God wants you to join Him in what He’s doing in the world even if you feel like you’re not enough. You’ll see God show up in big ways when you choose to trust Him more than your doubts and fears and you partner with Him in the work He’s doing.

There are lots of things that you care about, people or causes that really matter to you. Well, in today’s teaching, Pastor Gary shares being passionate is only the first step. You need to do something with it! You’ll learn that every believer should want to inspire others to know the Lord and grow in their relationship with Him. But it isn’t enough to just desire to see others grow. You need to take action! God is inviting you to come alongside Him in the work that He’s doing in the world. So say yes to His offer and join in!

Motives and attitudes are important. This is especially true in your walk with God. Today, Pastor Gary shares that how you come to God matters. He asks you to consider if you’re coming before God with demands and expectations or with a spirit of gratitude and worship. When your heart is focused on who God is and all He’s already done for you, you’ll be able to experience the next things He has for you. Pastor Gary shares that an entitled attitude hinders you from knowing God in deeply personal ways.

Have you ever felt like you’ve lost your passion for what God is doing? Has your walk with the Lord been lacking lately? Today on True North, Pastor Gary points out some of the things that keep the Lord from bringing revival in your communities and your life. You’ll learn that your perspective on money can impact your faith. Pastor Gary shares that when money is the driving force of your life, you don’t leave room for what God wants to do. Then you’ll miss out on the blessings that come with serving Him.

Serving the Lord is not for the faint of heart. There are risks involved, money to be donated, time spent, and oppositional individuals to contend. But as Pastor Gary shares in his message, this is what you've been called to do. The Lord calls you into obedience. This is doing what God says to do when God says to do it and how he says to do it. The outcomes and benefits of obedience are well worth the risks involved. So if you've lost your zeal for the Lord, call upon Him today.

In today's message with Pastor Gary, he asks if you are worn down. Have you become so tired of nay-Sayers that you've stopped sharing of the Lord's love? These everyday annoyances can add up, but don't lose sight that these hindrances are from the devil. If you give up, you are letting him win. You have tools to fight back. The evil one will not overcome you when the Lord is on your side. Use today's message to overcome your challenges and fight back the darkness.

Have you ever witnessed someone praising the Lord in a way you disapprove? Or you start to criticize someone’s actions because you don't know or understand what is happening? In Pastor Gary's message today, he encourages you to ask the Holy Spirit for understanding. Perhaps you are jealous of the other's person's love for Christ. Prayerfully ask that your faith be renewed and strengthened. Before you know it, you may be praising the Lord right alongside the individual of which you were critical.