Born at the Right Time Matthew 1:18-25 Pastor John Sloan Sermon Notes Introduction: We find grace in the most surprising places and revealed in the most unexpected ways. Grace is the story of the Bible. We see it in the act of creation; we see it in the promise of a Redeemer; of course, we… Continue Reading
Unhindered Worship Hello Church Family, I’m looking forward to this upcoming Lord’s Day. We’re going to sing some classic Christmas songs (among others), pray and participate in communion together, and hear a word from our God. I was reading in the Scriptures this week about the transition in Israel’s leadership between King Saul and his… Continue Reading
Sermon Notes Life in the Household of God An Invitation into a Story Matthew 1:1-17 Pastor John Sloan Introduction: Every living person wants to believe that his story matters. That her life counts for something. But how can we make sure? How can we guarantee that our lives will actually be significant? There’s one way,… Continue Reading
The Northpoint Celebration Choir will be offering their Christmas concert, Come and Behold, THIS Saturday, December 12, at 6:30 p.m., and again Sunday, December 13, at 4:00 p.m., in the Auditorium. Continue Reading
The Shortcomings of Sympathy Hello Church Family, I hope you’ve been able to rest in God’s grace this week. I’ve been praying for you. Occasionally, I will pick up an article or listen to a podcast by Dr. Brene Brown, a trending speaker and research professor at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social… Continue Reading
Sermon Notes Life in the Household of God 1 Timothy 5:1-8 Pastor John Sloan Introduction: There’s an old saying that reminds: “You can choose your friends, but you can’t choose your family.” Well, the same is true in the household of God. When the Lord saves us, He places us into a family of believers,… Continue Reading
A Hundred Mothers Hello Church Family, I hope you’re enjoying a break from your normal routine. It’s Thanksgiving morning as I write this piece, and I’m sitting on my couch, snacking on warm orange rolls, skillfully prepared by my daughter. In a few hours, we’ll head out to spend the day with friends from Northpoint.… Continue Reading
Northpoint will be leading an outreach team to Athens, Greece this summer to work with our missionary partners Stefanos and Manon Mihalios. If you are interested, there will be an informational meeting, THIS Sunday, December 6, at 12:30 p.m., in the Tower Room. Continue Reading
Would you like to be part of the Northpoint staff? We have an opening on our janitorial team to work 10 hours per week. If you are interested, be sure to contact Amber McEwen. Continue Reading
Sermon Notes When Progress Seems Impossible Select Scriptures Pastor John Sloan Introduction: In the final three chapters of 1 Timothy, the Apostle Paul issues a number of imperatives to the Church. In keeping with his pattern, he uses athletic imagery to describe the Christian’s approach to life: “train yourself for godliness,” “fight the good fight,”… Continue Reading