Northside Church - Sydney

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