Northwest Foursquare Church Sermon Podcast

God Doesn't Show Favorites | PastorBen Dixon

It’s near impossible to live in our world and not have some pre-disposed opinions that affect the way we see and treat others. There are many reasons for why this could be the case for us, but Jesus does not share our prejudice, nor does He treat people unfairly for any reason. In our passage today, James calls out the sin of favoritism which was prevalent then and still is today. As disciples of Jesus, we must have zero tolerance for the unfair treatment of others because the same grace that saved and sustains us is the same grace that God offers to everyone else.
 
Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon
Scripture: James 2:1-13, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31, Luke 10:25-29, Matthew 23:23-24
Series: The Book of James: Authentic Faith
 
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On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.

We Want to See Jesus | Pastor John Hammer

Guest Speaker, Pastor John Hammer, calls us back to the central message of the gospel which is Jesus. He walks through the fold fold gospel where we see Jesus as our Lord and Savior, Healer and Deliverer, Baptizer in the Holy Spirit and Fire, and Returning King and Judge.
 
Speaker: Pastor John Hammer
Scripture: John12:21, Acts 10:34-46
Series: Guest Speakers
 
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On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.
 

The Signs of Pure Religion | Pastor Ben Dixon

The word “religion” is used to define and describe so many things in our world today. Usually in Christian circles we talk about religion as a contrast to relationship with Jesus which makes it seem incompatible with the Christian life. However, the word religion is neutral and usually means “the outward practice or service to God.” In our final verses of chapter 1, James makes it quite clear that there is worthless religion that deceives people and pure religion that honors God and serves others.
 
Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon
Scripture: James 1:26-27, Psalm 34:13, Isaiah 1:13-17, 1 John 2:15-17
Series: The Book of James: Authentic Faith
 
Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.

The Danger of Passive Christianity | Pastor Ben Dixon

As Christians, we know that our primary responsibility is to follow Jesus through faithful obedience to His Word. However, when life is hard, plans don’t work out, and prayers go unanswered it can be easy to shut down and stop responding to the truths that we hold dear. Additionally, we face an enemy who seeks to persuade us toward a passive and inactive faith that knows the Word but never responds. James was aware that the church of his day struggled with a passive faith and the same can be true for us today. As we dive into our passage we will observe a clear command, a serious warning, and a glorious promise which will enable us to be responsive Christians who hear God’s Word and do what it says.
 
Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon
Scripture: James 1:22-25
Series: The Book of James: Authentic Faith
 
Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.

A Church on Fire | Pastor Ben Dixon

A common critique of the modern American church is that we are more internally focused than externally focused. When and where this criticism is true of God’s people, we will find a church that is slowly dying spiritually because much our mission is to reach a broken, hurting, and dying world. We must be a church that is on fire for Jesus. That means we are bold, unashamed, passionate, and focused on reaching people in every way that we possibly can. How do we move from learning to living, from casual to passionate, and from passive to engaged? In today’s message, we will look at how the church went from fearful to fired up with the mission of Christ, and our hope is that God would do the very same in us today!
Speaker: Pastor Ben DixonScripture: Acts 1:8, Acts 2:1-21Series: Staff Pastors
Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.

Battling with Fear | Pastor Iziah Dawn

In exploring the historical narrative of 1 Samuel 13 and 14, we learn invaluable insights on how to navigate fear. Our passage of study today vividly portrays healthy and unhealthy responses to fear, providing us with wisdom and reflection that we can apply to our lives today.
Speaker: Pastor Iziah Dawn Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-7, 1 Samuel 13:7b-14, 1 Samuel 14:6-23 Series: Staff Pastors
Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.

Dealing with Anger | Pastor Ben Dixon

When we get offended or when life is difficult, it’s not hard to get angry. We all deal with the issue of anger to one degree or another. So, the question is not, “Do we get angry?” but rather, “What should we do with the anger that we experience?” James speaks directly and practically about how to deal with anger which was important for them and is still relevant for us today.
 
Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon
Scripture: James 1:19-21, Ephesians 4:26-27, Deuteronomy 5:1, Matthew 13:9, Ecclesiastes 5:1-2, Proverbs 16:32
Series: The Book of James
 
Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org
On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.

Overcoming Temptation | Pastor Ben Dixon

As we study the book of James, we have learned that trials and difficulties are a part of life. James shows us that the trials around us produce temptations within us. We are all tempted but we do not have to sin. As we follow Jesus faithfully, what we will find is the strength to endure our trials and the power to overcome our temptations.
Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon Scripture: James 1:13-18, Genesis 3:8-13, Exodus 15:22-24, 1 Corinthians 10:13 Series: The Book of James
Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.

Becoming More Like Jesus | Pastor DJ Vick

God's will is for you to become more like Jesus. Join our guest speaker Pastor DJ Vick as he walks us through Matthew 4:19; our command to be like Jesus.
 
Speaker: Pastor DJ Vick
Scripture: Matthew 4:19, Genesis 8:20-21, Genesis 12:7-8, Psalm 37:4, Philippians 1:4-6, Matthew 24:12, Acts 10:37-38
Series: Guest Speakers
 
Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org
On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.

The Tests of Poverty and Prosperity | Pastor Ben Dixon

Our study of the book of James continues as we look at the effects of poverty and prosperity on our faith. Pastor Ben examines some lies we tell ourself the challenges us to deeper faith.
 
Speaker: Pastor Ben Dixon
Scripture: James 1:9-12, Luke 6:20, Proverbs 30:8-9, 1 Timothy 6:9-10, Job 1:6-12
Series: Authentic Faith, The Book of James
 
Northwest Church - www.nwcfoursquare.org
On mission with Jesus to see the lost saved and disciples made.