Ready & Waiting
Join us as we look at Jesus' teaching on the end of the age and his second coming.
Author: Mike Biolsi
Are We There Yet?
Join us as we look at Jesus' teaching on the end of the age and his second coming.
Religious Hypocrites
Religious hypocrisy is something we love to call out in others, but rarely see in ourselves.
Jesus is Risen Indeed
The resurrection of Jesus from the dead is one of the foundations of our faith.
A Battle of Whit.
Mercy and judgement are not far removed from each other.
Making an Entrance
What kind of statement was Jesus trying to make when he entered Jerusalem?
A Game of Thrones
As the disciples approach Jerusalem there are some power plays to see who will be seated on the thrones next to Jesus in his new kingdom.
KINGDOM LIVING – Possessions
Children, rich people, needles, camels... sounds like a bad reality TV show! What does it all mean, and does it all relate to eternal life?
Kingdom Community – FORGIVENESS
How many times and for what things should we forgive others? Do we have to?
Kingdom Community – HUMILITY
Who is the greatest in the kingdom of God? The answer might surprise you.
Just a Little Faith
Have you ever moved a mountain?
From This Day On
North Country Fellowship Church - Carthage
From This Day On
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Beware
Beware of false teaching.
Dog Scraps
A story of faith and humility.
Garbage In, Garbage Out
What is it to be defiled?
Feeding the 5k
We continue our narrative in Matthew with what is likely a very familiar miracle.
Wheat, Weeds & Mustard Seeds
“Why does evil exist if God is good?” Is it weakness? Is it apathy? It is mercy?
Riddle Me This
Let the parables begin!
Something Greater
Why do we follow Jesus? Because he is greater...
A Little Bit Fruity
Fulfilled Prophecy and Furious Pharisees
Jesus as Wisdom Personified
How does Jesus draw connections between himself and the wisdom of the Old Testament?
The Revelation of the Father
God the Father is revealed through God the Son.
Do Not Waver
Have you ever read a passage like this and thought, “That’s random… I think I’ll just keep reading!”
Fear Yahweh
Fear Yahweh.
Go and Make a Difference
The first commission.
More Healing
Four more healing miracles that reveal the identity and purpose of Jesus.
The Calling of Matthew
Tax Collectors & Sinners?
Miracles Part 2: The Son of God
The second set of miracles prove that Jesus is the Son of God.
Miracles Part 1: Healing Power
In this first of three sections of miracles, Jesus demonstrates his power over sickness and disease.
The Sermon on the Mount: Two Foundations
The wise man built his house on a rock.
Sermon on the Mount: Two Roads
Before Robert Frost, Jesus had something of his own to say about two roads diverging.
Sermon on the Mount: Judging Others
Did Jesus forbid us from judging others?
Sermon on the Mount: Anxiety
What are you anxious about?
Sermon on the Mount – Treasures Part 2
What does it mean that your eye is a lamp? What is light from within? And what does any of this have to do with our wealth?
Sermon on the Mount: Treasures
Where are you storing treasure? What kind of treasure can you store in heaven?
The Disciples Prayer
Jesus message on prayer was not meant to simply be a model prayer, it was meant to be a meditative prayer.
God With Us
Find out why Christmas changes EVERYTHING!
The Christmas Story
It certainly was NOT a silent night, but it definitely WAS a holy night.
Revenge & Enemies
Justice, revenge, and enemies, oh my!
Keeping Your Words
Let your yes be yes and your no be no, and don't presume to be in God's place.
Do Not Hate
Are you guilty of murder? Are you guilty of hate? While they are NOT the same, they share the same heart condition.
Salt & Light
Speaking to a mixed crowd, Jesus declares that his followers are salt and light, but what does that mean?
Jesus Begins His Ministry
A move to a more populated region, calling some disciples and healing people of all nations begins the work of the Anointed One.
The Responses
When Jesus shows up it elicits a response. Some are violently opposed and others humbly submit. Which are you?
The Human Lineage of Jesus
What's in a name? Why does Matthew include this list? What does he want us to know and how does it relate to the rest of his gospel?
Matthew 1:1
A book of the beginning of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.
Old Testament Review
A review of the entire Old Testament in 45 minutes or less?
Review of the Prophets
An overview of the role and ministry of the prophets.
Elisha Part 3
Elisha & The Messiah
Elisha Part 2
Prophets, miracles, and bears, oh my!
Elisha Part 1
Who is Elisha, and why is he important?
Nehemiah Part 6
The story of Nehemiah is the story of Israel, and of all humanity.
Mother’s Day 2021
Message & Child Dedication
Nehemiah Part 2
Trust God. Don't be foolish. Pray a lot.
Introduction to Nehemiah
A Time To Build
Ezra – Revisiting Sin
The power of confession and repentance.
Esther: An Unexpected Parade
Fortunes change and the plot takes a twist with an unusual parade in the city square.
Esther: From Feasting to Fasting
From banquet to bust or feast to fast - the "destiny" of the Jews changes with one event.
Esther: An Unlikely Queen
A Jewish orphan girl marries the king of Persia and becomes queen of the greatest empire of its time?
Ezra – The Return
There is nothing quite like going home... but sometimes things are not how we remember them.
Hezekiah – The Moment of Truth
100 decisions a day, and all of them allow us to live out the calling we have in Jesus.
Hezekiah – It Isn’t Faith Until it’s Tested
It is one thing to live for God when things are good... but what about when things get bad?
Hezekiah – the Heart of a King
How we live as leaders and as image bearers does affect the world around us!
A Thankful Melody
We have so much to be thankful for - we sometimes just need a reminder of the tune so we can sing the song of thankfulness.
Isaiah – The Light Will Shine
There is a light at the end of the darkness and there is redemption for the people of God. God promised to send a human that would restore things back to the way they were created to be - the Messiah.
Isaiah Chpt 6 – The Divine
The prophets provide a window into the divine and Isaiah provides a panorama into the heavenly in chapter 6.
Isaiah 1 – The Courtroom
Enter the courtroom of the Divine and listen to the Prosecution make its case against the nations.
Jeremiah – The Role of the Prophets
What was the role of the prophets, how do they fit into the big picture story of the Bible and what makes Jeremiah unique?
Jonah – A Reflection of Israel
The story of Jonah is an historical event, but have you ever viewed it as a parable about Israel?
Jonah 4 – The Mercy of God
In a society that wants justice, recompense and protection, where does mercy fit in?
Jonah 2 – The Poetic Prayer
It's not about the fish, it's about the prayer, but this beautifully poetic prayer is missing something...
Re-Thinking Preaching
Join us as we deconstruct some modern constructs so that we can reconstruct them Biblically. This week's topic is "preaching".
Re-Discovering Scripture
Join us as we deconstruct some modern constructs so that we can reconstruct them Biblically. This week's topic is "scripture".
Re-Imagining Church
Join us as we deconstruct some modern constructs so that we can reconstruct them Biblically. This week's topic is "church".
Dispute #6 – The End
In this final dispute, Malachi addresses a heart issue that exists in all mankind.
Dispute #4 – You have Wearied God with your Words.
If you have ever wondered about the seeming injustices of life, you are not alone. However, God is still a just God and we should be careful not to impose our standard of justice upon him.
Dispute #2 – You Do Not Honor God
Priests are to be an example, pointing people to God and living examples.
MALACHI: INTRO TO THE PROPHETS
Why study the prophets? Who are they? Today we dive into Malachi.
DANIEL IN THE LIONS’ DEN
One small act of faith for a man, one giant messianic image for mankind.
THE WRITING ON THE WALL
The rise and fall of kingdoms in God's epic storyline
Pride
Living for what you believe in means taking a stand even if others expect you to bow.
Standing Strong
Living for what you believe in means taking a stand even if others expect you to bow.
The Exile
From the heights of Solomon's reign, Israel quickly descends into ruin and exile because they failed to fear the Lord.
Fear of the Lord
What does it really mean to fear the Lord?
The Wisdom Books
Intro to the Wisdom Books: Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon and Job.
Solomon’s Failure
Major accomplishments or the beginning of the end?
Solomon & the Temple
The temple's preparation, building process, dedication, and God's response.
A Real Wise Guy
A look at the way that Solomon demonstrates the wisdom of God.
Intro to Solomon
Get the back story and the context of 1 Kings 1 as we prepare to look at the life of wise King Solomon.
He is Risen
The resurrection is the key event of the Christian faith.
Missional Stories
Sharing our testimonies of God's grace in our lives
Missional Love
The action of mission is love. It must permeate our relationships both inside the church family and outside. When we love with our lives we put God on display.
Missional Intentionality
How to make sure that we live for the right things - the things God created us for and re-created us for.
Zambia Mission Review
Join Mike as he shares what they did on their trip to Zambia to serve the people of Fimpulu and supporting Choshen Farms.
Joy in the Presence of God
No amount of passion, excitement or even good intentions is more important than simple obedience to God.
Chosen by God
Last week we looked at the Passover and how God freed the Israelites from slavery to Pharaoh in Egypt. When the people got to Mount Sinai, Moses had a conversation with God…