December 2019
Twelve Days of Christmas – 12 Important Events of Jesus’ birth
Pastor Raphael shares the twelve most important days, (or significant events) in scripture of the Christmas story. The last one is sure to surprise you.
Freedom in Grace
We have freedom from the law, and also freedom in our new life. How do we allow ourselves to not become bound by the law, but also not bound by sin in the process.
Unity or Diversity
Pastor Raphael speaks from Galatians 3 about Paul’s teaching “you are all one in Christ Jesus”. How does that relate to race, diversity and multi-culturalism?
Foolish Galatians – JBF
Pastor Raphael continues the series Uncomplicated Grace, and tells us how Paul taught the “Foolish Galatians” to understand JBF (Justification By Faith).
November 2019
Giving of Thanks
Pastor Raphael teaches about the importance of giving thanks, followed by compelleing testimonies by; Dave & Steph DiPietro, Tony & Sandy Chang, Charlie & Sue Avery, and Len & Laura Guddemi of North Shore Fellowship.
Grace or Good Deeds
Uncomplicated Grace – (A study of Galatians) Neither “keeping the Law, or “doing good deeds” is enough to earn your salvation. It’s only by Grace that we are saved.
Called By Grace
We are saved by grace. We are also called by grace to freely use the gifts that we’ve been given freely.
Uncomplicated Grace
The first in a series of the study of the book of Galatians and what happens when we lose sight of God’s grace in our lives.
October 2019
Love God, Love Others
Bill Higgins talks about the importance of loving others as we live out our love for God.
Healing – What It Is and What It Isn’t
Pastor Raphael discusses the topic of Healing and gives a Biblical perspective on what it means to us in this day.
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Believe that He’s the Messiah AND the Son of God
1st John 5:1&5 tells us that we must believe two things about Jesus. They are the same two things that Peter came up with when asked “who do people say I am?” What do YOU belive about Jesus?
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A New Commandment: Love Other Christians
Jesus said “they will know you are my disciples by your love for one another. This is why 1st John reminds us how important it is to “Love Other Christians”.
September 2019
Which of us are Children of God?
God makes some of us His children. He gives us the spirit of adoption. Are you chosen, not forsaken? Are you a child of God? Find out in this message by Pastor Raphael.
The Three Sins and how to avoid them
“Finding God’s Love in a Troubled World” continues as we look at 1st John 2 where we see that all that is in the world are; the Lust of the Flesh, Lust of the Eyes and Pride. Pastor Raphael teaches about how we can avoid these things today.
Walk in the Light
“Finding God’s Love in a Troubled World” continues as we look at 1st John 1 and what it means to “Walk in the Light, as He is in the Light”, instead of living in guilt and shame.
Finding God’s Love in a Troubled World
Do you know how much God loves you? If you do, you are able to thrive even in a dark toubled world. If you don’t, you are at a terrible disadvantage. Find out why.
Are you hearing, but not understanding?
The Apostle Paul in his final message in Acts addresses the Jews in Rome, but do these words from Isaiah 6 apply to us as well? … ever hearing but never understanding; … ever seeing but never perceiving.”
August 2019
Sharing Truth to Skeptics
The Apostle Paul went to Athens, the center of Greek culture, philosophy and religion. He effectively shared the truth of Jesus to a city of unbelievers. See how he presented the gospel to a skeptical society.
Time and Preparation
The Apostle Paul waited 17 years before he was commissioned by the leaders in his ministry to the Gentiles. Why? Does it take time, preparation, suffering and perseverance to be mady ready? Find out what that means for you in this compelling message
Persecution to Prosperity
Persecution continues, James is killed, Peter is imprisoned and another James (the 1/2 brother of Jesus) rises to prominence in the church. He gives us wise and inspiring words about how to face and embrace persecution.
Hope of Joy
North Shore Fellowship honors the life of Joy Vanderhoof. Listen to the words and experiences of four people who walked closely with her. See how you can move forward in “joy” even after such a devastating loss
July 2019
Gentiles for Jesus
Pastor Raphael teaches about Peter’s vision on a rooftop in Joppa that was a sign for Gentiles to now come to faith in the Jewish Messiah. Acts 9 & 10
Saul – Extreme Makeover
Pastor Raphael shows Talks about the amazing transformation of Saul of Tarsus into Paul the Apostle as well as the courage of Ananais in Acts 9. He gives us practical steps toward seeing people transformed like that in our own lives.
Advancing through Adversity
Pastor Raphael shows us the life and death of Stephen in Acts 7, and how the early church was scattered as a result of persecution. It clearly resulted in the spread of the Gospel to other places. This message shows us how suffering and hardships can actualy be to our advantage and lead to the advancement of the Kingdom in our lives and beyond.
Chosen To Serve
Pastor Raphael takes us into Acts 6 when the early church came up with a plan to serve both the spiritual and practical needs of the body. He challenges us to find the joy of serving in the church today with the gifts God has given us
June 2019
No Other Name – Jesus
Why is the name of Jesus so important? Pastor Raphael teaches about the power and importance of His name.