TRUE NORTH: Finding Our Bearings with Unchanging Truth
In a world of so much change and confusion, it can be difficult to find our bearings. In this series, Pastor Mark helps us find our "True North" by exploring 1) essential biblical truths of the Christian faith and 2) the purposes of the Church.
1) OUR BELIEFS
READING THE COMPASS |

This message addresses the questions of what we believe about the Bible; why do we believe what we do; how we deal with seeming inconsistencies in the text and how each of these truths directly affect our lives.
FOLLOWING THE ONE TRUE GOD |

The importance of an understanding about God and his nature is highlighted in this message. The more we understand about God the greater our capacity to persevere through the highs and lows of life.
LOOKING TO THE UNIVERSAL SAVIOR |

A study of Luke 15 - The Lost Sheep, Coin and Son - tied in with our belief that mankind is lost and in need of finding a Savior. That Savior is Jesus! The Christian's responsibility is to work with the Savior to find the lost.
SPIRITUAL COMMUNICATION |

This message teaches how to pray using the example and teachings of Christ. It emphasizes the importance of frequent, intimate contact with God during which you both listen and speak with Him as He listens and speaks with you.
TRUSTING THE TRANSPARENT GUIDE |

This message highlights the possibility and the necessity of knowing God. It points out the New Testament teaching that because Jesus is risen anyone can enjoy the same kind of relationship with him as the disciples experienced.
DEPENDING ON THE FAITHFUL CHRIST |

This message emphasizes the past, present and future ministry of Christ as it applies to Christians today. His past ministry of justification provides confidence. His present ministry of intercession provides comfort. His future ministry of completion provides courage.
ANTICIPATING THE FORESEEABLE FUTURE |

Everyone is interested in knowing the future. This message addresses some of what the Bible teaches about resurrection, eternal life, heaven and hell. It also speaks to the question, “Knowing what we know about the future, what priorities should the Christian have?”
2) OUR PURPOSES
WHY THE CHURCH? |

In this message we look at what we believe about the nature of the church and what our purposes are for existence. The five purposes of the church are summarized in preparation for the following messages on each individual purpose.
EVERY CHURCH'S MANDATE - TO SERVE |

In this message we look at what we believe about the nature of the church and what are purposes are for existence. The five purposes of the church are summarized in preparation for the following messages on each individual purpose.
EVERY CHURCH'S MANDATE - FELLOWSHIP |

In this Thanksgiving message we look at the history of the American holiday and the benefits of thankfulness. A study of 1 John 1 reveals five areas that Christians share in common for giving thanks.
EVERY CHURCH'S MANDATE - EVANGELISM AND DISCIPLESHIP |

This message features a true story of discovered treasure. It reminds us that the storms of life often reveal new reasons for giving thanks. It explores the biblical mandate to be a witness to the gospel of Jesus Christ. It presents the concept of learning your witnessing style and putting it to use.
CHRISTMAS ON PURPOSE - WORSHIP |

This message reminds us that worship is not a part of your life; it is your life. The titles of Jesus, SHEPHERD and RIGHTEOUSNESS, are explored in preparation for the coming of Christmas. The question, "How can a person be sure he is right with God?" is answered.