Northside Church - Sydney

We’ve discovered there is more than one type of currency used when it comes to being generous. If a person gets the heart of biblical generosity then giving themselves away to serve others should be an overflow. How do we develop that kind of life? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Generosity: Living a Life of Value Overflow Reading: Luke 9:49-10:2 (NIV)

Whilst it’s possible to be generous with your money without being generous in your heart, it’s impossible to be generous in your heart without being shockingly generous with your money. How does Jesus call his followers to use their worldly wealth? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Generosity: Living a Life of Value Overflow Reading: Leviticus 27:30-32, Luke 11:37-42 (NIV)

We live in a world where fences are getting higher, neighbours less visible and intercoms are now the norm. Could it be that simply opening up your home to others is one of the most powerful yet underestimated forms of ministry? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Generosity: Living a Life of Value Overflow Reading: Luke 14:17-24 (NIV)

What makes authentic Christians attractive to the world around them? This series suggests they are radically generous. Now before you reach for your wallet – it’s possible you’re thinking too thinly about what generosity is. It’s more than money – it goes beyond that. For the next 4 weeks we’ll explore the dynamic where things of value just overflow from your life. Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Generosity: Living a Life of Value Overflow Reading: Luke 18:9-17 (NIV)

Through Jesus, you and I have the unique opportunity to approach God whenever and wherever we like. This access and intimacy with God brings with it great rewards but we run the risk of being too casual with God if this is the only way we approach Him.

Special guest preacher, John Crowther, preaching on the subject of “Put first things first…and we get second things thrown in.”

Life is dangerous. Crossing roads is physically dangerous. Trusting people is emotionally dangerous. The things we face daily have the potential to grind us to a paralysing halt. What resources does Christianity hold to help you stand firm in the face of fear?

Freedom Beyond Religion (Easter Sunday 2015)

Good Friday Service at Northside Community Church

Christianity is a bit like a bar fight. Before you become a Christian, the wrestle with God is on the outside. After you become a Christian, the fight just moves to the inside. Either way ,to grow as a Christian is a constant wrestle. What does that look like? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Losing My Religion Reading: Galatians 516-25 (NIV)

When people think of religion, they may think of a set of crusty beliefs and oppressive rules. As a result, many today are fine with spirituality, but not religion. Christianity is not less than its core beliefs, but its also so much more. What if you, or those around you were to discover, that “losing your religion” meant you moved through the beliefs of Christianity into spiritual power?

Is losing your religion about doing whatever you want? On the other hand, you can lose the Christian religion by being overly religious. Religion and Irreligion: although at either ends of the lifestyle spectrum, could it be these two ways of life are actually coming from the same thing? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Losing My Religion Reading: Galatians 2:11-21 (NIV)

When it comes to Christianity there seems to be people on 2 different sides. One side says – I’m not a religious type and the reason the world is messed up is because of yours. The other side says I am religious and the reason the world is messed up is because of your lack of it. What happens if we discover they are both arguing from the same side and Christianity is different altogether? What if both were to “lose their religion?” Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Losing My Religion Reading: Galatians 1:3-12 (NIV)

Former Senior Pastor, Graham Agnew, returns to the platform at Northside for a special one off sermon this Sunday.

Jesus said you are the light of the world, a city on a hill. What could happen if Jesus’ followers went into the world to present a credible message through our transformed lives, rather than necessarily being articulate and eloquent. Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Fireflies Reading: Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV)

Jesus said you are the light of the world, a city on a hill. For the next few weeks, we’ll explore what it mean to be a “city of lights” within the City of Sydney. This week we ask: How do we genuinely embrace neighbours who are radically different from us? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Fireflies Reading: Matthew 5:14-16 (NIV)

Jesus said you are the light of the world, a city on a hill. For the next few weeks, we’ll explore what it means to be an alternate “city of lights” within the City of Sydney. This week we look at sharing the gospel to those around us. Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Fireflies Reading: Matthew 5:14-16

Anyone who has been real with themselves has at one point come to appreciate there is a gap between who we are and who we would like to be. The good news of Christianity is that you can become a better person, however the product warning label (if there ever was one) states: “it won’t happen automatically”. How then do we grow in character?

We live in a culture where people see the need for character and the benefits of sound character… but we can’t seem to agree on what it is? Is it just possessing virtues and if so which ones? Is it good morals, and if so whose? What is character? How do you define it? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Character - The Forgotten Resolution Reading: 1 Corinthians 13:1-7 (NIV)

It’s that time of year when we are making lists. More fun, balanced family, better finances… Could it be that the ability to successfully navigate 2015 will not be through resolving to do more, but resolving to develop character? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Character - The Forgotten Resolution Reading: 1 Corinthias 13:1-8 (NIV)

For most the New Year is a time to make resolutions for the year ahead. What would it look like if in 2015 you put God first in those resolutions and sought to go deeper with Him? How could you learn God's Word and become obedient to it this year? Speaker: Jessie Skelly Series: Revelation, Resolution Reading: Luke 6:46-49

As you reflect on the year that's been, what has God been revealing to you? Have you been you prayerfully dependent on Him in 2014? What would it look like if your prioritise time with God in prayer in 2015? Speaker: Jessie Skelly Series: Revelation, Resolution - Prayerfully Dependant Reading: Luke 6:46-49

What if you could find a happiness and joy that flowed regardless of your circumstances? The message of Christmas shows us that understanding that Jesus not only God but God WITH US means you can.

The message of Christmas tells us that something "out of this world" happened. God broke into our existence in the form of a baby. If this is really true, then how might this God "with you" provide a resource for your hopes that can push far beyond the things around you? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: God With Us - In Our Hopes REading: Luke 2:4-12 (NIV)

The message of Christmas tells us Jesus Christ was really human with us. He suffered. Here’s someone who knows everything we know. Have you been betrayed this year? So has he. Have you been isolated or lonely this year? So has he. Have you been broke this year? So has he. Have you faced death this year? So has he. What happens when you truly believe in a God who has been willing to go through all you have or might? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: God With Us Week 2: In Our Troubles Reading: Hebrews 12:1-13 (NIV)

As we head toward Christmas it reminds us that in our culture, the supernatural may be scoffed at and time and space are a common reality. Christmas tells us that Jesus “the baby” is not just God but God WITH US. Here in Christianity we not only have God but a God who is willing to get in the mess... how should that affect how we live? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: God With Us Week 1: In Our Mess-Ups Reading: Matthew 1:22-23; Philippians 2:1-11 (NIV)

teve is passionate about seeing young people discover the fullness of life in Jesus and raising and releasing leaders in order for churches to reach the next generation. He currently works with Fresh Hope as the NSW Youth and Young Adults Coordinator overseeing training and development of leaders, supporting youth and young adult pastors in effective ministry, and reaching young people with the incredible message of the Kingdom. Steve has been married to Merridy for 8 years and they are the parents of Averie (18mths). Speaker: Steve Hodgson Series: Perspectives from the Peak

God has used us collectively as a church to bring transformation to the people and villages of Madagascar. We’ll hear from the Madagascar team who will share their insights of how this is unfolding in the lives of others and also in their own lives. There is much for us to glean from their stories and to take back into our context here as we are called to reach those around us.

God has used us collectively as a church to bring transformation to the people and villages of Madagascar. We’ll hear from the Madagascar team who will share their insights of how this is unfolding in the lives of others and also in their own lives. There is much for us to glean from their stories and to take back into our context here as we are called to reach those around us.

Dan has led young people for 15 years, writing high school scripture curriculum, small group studies and the well known "Little Book of Help". He is passionate about helping people take first steps in faith. As one of the key teaching pastors at Thrive Community Church, he is a gifted communicator and passionate about helping people change. Currently Dan works as a professional counsellor and as the Australian National Director for the Bible agency, SGM Lifewords. Guest Speaker: Dan Hardie Series: Regret Reading: Proverbs 27:12

In a world where people feel fact should be kept public and faith is should be kept private, how does the message of Jesus (The Gospel) help people live lives of distinction, excellence and conviction as they engage the culture around them? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: What I See, Shapes Who We'll Be Week 4: The Culture Reading: Colossians 3:23-25

The message of Jesus does more than just connect Christians to each other, it connects them to those in their cities. What would happen if society saw Christians as not only distinct FROM the world but essentially FOR the world around them? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: What I See Shapes, Who We'll Be Reading: Jeremiah 29:4-14 (NIV)

How you see the message of Jesus (The Gospel) will shape what the community of Jesus (the Church) will be. Christian community is more than just a supportive bunch of people; it is an alternate society. And it is through this alternate human society that God shapes us into who and what we are designed to be. Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: What I See Shapes, Who We'll Be Reading: Matthew 5:13-16 (TNIV)

The message about Jesus (The Gospel) changed the course of history literally overnight. How you see that message affects everything. Your view of God. Your view of yourself. Your view of others. Your view of the world around you. So the question is, in a world where religion and different theologies can influence our perspectives... Do I see the Gospel clearly? For, “what I see, will shape who we'll be”. Series: What I See, Shapes Who We'll Be - The Gospel Speaker: Sam Haddon Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

In a “Connect the Dots puzzle”, the dots are numbered. It’s often easy to understand what the next step should be to complete the pattern. In connecting life’s dots, it doesn’t come that easy, right? The real question in applying wisdom is: How do I get God’s guidance?

Join us for an interactive service of discussion on the recent sermon series “Connect the Dots: The Significance of Wisdom”. We will hear from a range of Northsiders on the insights they have gained from this series.

Join us for an interactive service of discussion on the recent sermon series “Connect the Dots: The Significance of Wisdom”. We will hear from a range of Northsiders on the insights they have gained from this series.

Wisdom is not having a technique that helps you make right choices and decisions. It’s having character of the mind and the heart that enables you to make the right choices in the places where the rules don’t apply. The question now is: How do you get that character? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Connect the Dots Reading: Proverbs 4:11-27 (NIV)

There are decisions we need to make in every area of our lives...work, family, relationships, friendships. However, if we don't make those decisions wisely, we'll blow up the lives of the people around us and even ourselves. Therefore making a right or good decision is not enough…we need to be wise. The question is then, how do we get wisdom? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Connect the Dots Reading: Proverbs 3.1-12 (NIV)

In world full of complex realities… is just 'being good' what you really need the most? What happens when multiple good decisions could be made? How do you know which one? Now you are seeing the significance of wisdom. In this new series, Sam Haddon will explore the nature of wisdom, and how it helps us 'Connect the Dots.'

Steve is the Youth and Young Adult Coordinator for Churches of Christ in NSW. Steve has a great impact on our wider denomination through empowering and training a whole new generation of leaders. He has had extensive ministry experience as the Youth Pastor of our sister Church, Epping Church of Christ.

North to south. Here to there. Transition doesn’t happen without the bridge and yet its significance is often overlooked. In this series, our new Senior Pastor Sam Haddon will explore the Bible’s insight into life's transitions. Whilst destination is important, whether or not we get there, will first depend of how we deal with “The Bridge”. Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: The Bridge - Getting Ready Reading: Joshua 1

North to south. Here to there. Transition doesn’t happen without the bridge and yet its significance is often overlooked. In this series, our new Senior Pastor Sam Haddon explores the Bible’s insight into life’s transitions. Whilst destination is important, whether or not we get there will first depend on how we deal with “The Bridge”. Reading: Joshua 1:10-11(NIV) Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: The Bridge - Week 4: From God Focus to Getting Ready Reading: Joshua 1:10-11 (NIV)

North to south. Here to there. Transition doesn’t happen without the bridge, and yet its significance is often overlooked. In this series, our new Senior Pastor Sam Haddon, will explore the Bible’s insight into life’s transitions. Whilst destination is important, whether or not we get there, will first depend of how we deal with “The Bridge”.

North to south. Here to there. Transition doesn’t happen without the bridge, and yet its significance is often overlooked. In this series, our new Senior Pastor Sam Haddon, will explore the Bible’s insight into life's transitions. Whilst destination is important, whether or not we get there, will first depend of how we deal with “The Bridge”.

Graham will take questions from the congregation as well as present the second part of his message on what he believes to be the vital components of a healthy and vibrant local church in the 21st Century... Series: In Conclusion Pt 2 Speaker: Graham Agnew

Jesus stands unmistakably as the pivotal person of human history. One third of the world's population have some allegiance to Him, or at least give assent to His teachings. But in a world where religious tolerance reigns supreme and many faiths compete for peoples attention, it can be challenging to make assertions about the uniqueness of Christ. Cont. Series: In Case You Missed It - Week 4: Jesus Christ is incomparable Speaker: Graham Agnew Reading: Colossians 1:15 - 23 (GNT)

On this, his second last Sunday as Senior Pastor of our church, Graham will present a message based on what he believes to be the vital components of a healthy and vibrant local church in the 21st Century... Speaker: Graham Agnew Series: In Conclusion - Part 1

Some wise person once said: "The Church of Jesus Christ is the only organisation in the world that exists primarily for the benefit of non-members". It's a clever way of stating the primary task of the Christian Church is to reach out to others in love, care, compassion and service. The call of Christ to "Go..." is more urgent today than ever! Speaker: Graham Agnew Series: In Case You Missed It Week 3: The Call To Serve is inescapable Reading: James 2:14 – 24 (GNT)

What do you do when you are not sure of what lies ahead? Abraham had greatness in the face of a completely uncertain future. He had no idea what was coming, and yet he lived a life of greatness, a big life. How can we? Speaker: Sam Haddon Series: Trusting the Unseen - Faith As Commitment Reading: Hebrews 11