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North Pointe Beyond Sunday

North Pointe Beyond Sunday

by North Pointe Church

Faith From Difficult Times

Robby and James recap the first message in a new five-part series on the ways God grows faith, focusing on how God uses difficult circumstances to shape believers. They walk through Joseph’s story in Genesis and emphasize that, even through betrayal, slavery, false accusation, and imprisonment, God was with him. The conversation centers on perspective in suffering, including the call in James 1 to count trials as joy and to judge life through Scripture rather than judging Scripture through experience. They also discuss shifting prayer from “Why me?” to asking what God is growing in a person, and they close by encouraging listeners to trust God’s presence and seek growth in hard seasons. Learn more about North Pointe Church at northpointefl.org, and join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00. Do you have any questions or comments? Drop us a line at pod@northpointefl.org.

How to Have Real Freedom

Pastor Robby and Pastor James are joined by Pastor Todd to talk about the launch of North Point Church’s Freedom Ministry and what freedom means in a Christian context. They discuss freedom as more than being free from addiction or guilt, describing it as being released from fear, control, anxiety, and other things that keep believers from the life God intends. The conversation also covers the difference between simply being saved and experiencing the abundant life Jesus offers, with Todd explaining the idea of “zoe” as spiritual life through the Holy Spirit. They talk about yielding to the Spirit instead of relying on effort or religious checklists, and they end by discussing practical ways to pursue that kind of life through prayer, repentance, community, and self-examination. Learn more about North Pointe Church at northpointefl.org, and join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00. Do you have any questions or comments? Drop us a line at pod@northpointefl.org.

Context Matters: Four Misconceptions About America's Christian Foundation

In this episode of the Beyond Sunday podcast, Pastor James and Cameron Greenhalgh continue a discussion about the claim that the United States was founded on a Christian foundation. They address objections raised from the Establishment Clause, Article VI, and the phrase “separation of church and state,” explaining how they understand those passages and terms in their historical context. They also discuss the Treaty of Tripoli and its statement that the United States was not founded on the Christian religion. Along with that, they point to other treaties, prayers in congressional meetings, and religious language in early documents as evidence for the nation’s Christian roots. Learn more about North Pointe Church at northpointefl.org, and join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00. Do you have any questions or comments? Drop us a line at pod@northpointefl.org.

Rooted Takeover

This episode of the Beyond Sunday podcast looks back at a Rooted takeover Sunday at North Point Church, with Robby and James discussing the ministry’s focus on discipleship, community, and openness among young adults and college-age students. They reflect on testimonies about honest struggles and growth, and talk about why Christian faith is meant to be practiced together rather than in isolation. The hosts also discuss radical transparency, humility, and the role of vulnerability in spiritual growth. They talk about discerning God’s direction over personal plans, and end with a practical challenge to read Scripture slowly and intentionally using the SOAP method, while encouraging listeners to pursue community and live in the light. Learn more about North Pointe Church at northpointefl.org, and join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00. Do you have any questions or comments? Drop us a line at pod@northpointefl.org.

America's 250th Birthday

Pastor James and Cameron Greenhaw discuss the Bible’s role in early American life, including education, the Puritans and founders, and a 1777 request for Bibles in schools. They also cover the Great Awakening and ways to raise children in God’s word.

The Church of Laodicea

In this episode of Beyond Sunday, Robby and guest host Kylie discuss the final message in the Seven Churches series and focus on the church of Laodicea. They talk about its wealth, self-reliance, and Jesus’ warning that the church is lukewarm, using the city’s own reputation and resources as part of the rebuke. They also reflect on Jesus’ call to repentance and the picture in Revelation 3:20 of Jesus standing at the door and knocking. The conversation ends with practical application about recognizing areas of self-reliance, surrendering them to God, and keeping prayer and Bible reading centered on relationship rather than routine. Learn more about North Pointe Church at northpointefl.org, and join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00. Do you have any questions or comments? Drop us a line at pod@northpointefl.org.

Lessons from the Dominican Republic

This episode of the Beyond Sunday podcast looks back on a mission trip to the Dominican Republic with Pastor Josh Bradley and Sally Miller. They talk about North Point’s long relationship with Pastor Lucian, the Calibri Children’s Home, and the ministry of Advocates of Love, including a trip that brought the Calibri children together for a day of play, food, crafts, sports, and a Bible story presentation. The conversation also highlights Gabe, a former child from Advocates of Love who is now pastoring and ministering in the Dominican Republic. Toward the end, they reflect on the purpose of short-term missions, saying these trips are meant to build relationships, deepen dependence on God, and remind listeners to pray, support, and serve where they are. Learn more about North Pointe Church at northpointefl.org, and join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00. Do you have any questions or comments? Drop us a line at pod@northpointefl.org.

The Church of Philadelphia

In this episode of the Beyond Sunday podcast, Robby and James discuss James’s recent sermon on the church of Philadelphia, one of the seven churches in Revelation. They note that Philadelphia is the smallest of the churches, yet it receives strong commendation from Jesus and no rebuke. The conversation centers on what that faithfulness means and why it matters. They also spend time on Jesus’ description of himself as the one who has the key of David. James explains this as a reference to Jesus as the promised descendant of David and as the one who opens and closes doors that no one else can control. That image leads into a broader discussion of doors in Scripture, salvation, and the opportunities God gives for gospel witness. Another major topic is holiness. James points to Revelation’s repeated declaration that God is “holy, holy, holy,” emphasizing that God is completely set apart. The hosts connect that to the character of God and to the way Revelation presents him throughout the book. The discussion then turns to living on mission in the present. Robby and James talk about how people today often seek spiritual meaning in astrology, tarot cards, and similar practices, while missing God. They say believers should be ready to share their faith now, not wait for a later or better time, and that being ready includes prayer, humility, and walking by the Holy Spirit. They also talk about discipleship in the home, especially parents teaching their children. James says that spiritual formation at home is important, and Robby adds that children usually do not grow beyond what they are shown in the home while they are still there. Finally, they focus on endurance and obedience. They say spiritual growth is not about numbers but about faithfulness, fruit, and intimacy with Christ. The episode closes with practical encouragement to identify one thing that has been delayed, take a concrete step, and live with urgency for Christ now. Learn more about North Pointe Church at northpointefl.org, and join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00. Do you have any questions or comments? Drop us a line at pod@northpointefl.org.

Grace Before Government: Ground Rules for Political Conversations

This episode continues the podcast’s discussion of how Christians should think about politics. Robby and James frame the conversation as a set of practical rules meant to help believers stay faithful to Jesus while engaging in a divisive topic. They begin by stressing that the discussion is about Christian discipleship, not just political opinion. The first rule is that love comes first: love of God, then love of neighbor. They say political conversations often push love aside in favor of being right, and they warn against pride, anger, and the urge to win arguments. They also suggest checking whether political media or online engagement is actually helping someone love God and others more. The next rules focus on perspective and priorities. They say Christians should remember their true citizenship is in heaven, even if they are also citizens of a country like the United States. They also argue that hope should be placed in Christ alone, not in political leaders or outcomes. Political involvement matters, but it should not become ultimate hope. They then talk about character, saying it matters in every decision, including who to support politically. Character is described as a track record over time, not just one moment. They also emphasize that Christians should champion Christ rather than other people, even admired leaders, because only Jesus is held up as the model to follow completely. The conversation also stresses seeking middle ground first and living at peace as far as possible. Robby and James say this means starting with shared concerns, such as justice or safety, before moving to disagreement. They note that some issues, like racism, do not allow for compromise because Scripture clearly speaks against them. They close by urging listeners to keep eternity in view and to extend grace to others. They say political conflict will look smaller in light of eternity, and Christians should remember the grace they have received from Christ when dealing with others. Chapters 0:12 Politics and Kingdom Priorities 2:19 Love Comes First 11:32 Remember Heaven’s Citizenship 15:49 Hope Only in Christ 20:07 Character Reveals the Heart 25:50 Champion Christ Alone 28:07 Seek Common Ground 35:42 Keep Eternity in View 39:32 Grace for Everyone

The Church of Sardis

In this episode of the Beyond Sunday podcast, Pastor Robby and Pastor James review the sermon on the church of Sardis from Revelation. They open by noting how striking and difficult the letter is, because Sardis had a reputation for life but was described as dead inside. A major focus of the discussion is the contrast between outward appearance and inward reality. They talk about how a church, or a person, can look spiritually strong through knowledge, performance, and reputation while not actually living in a way that reflects faith. They compare this to having theological knowledge without obedience or transformation. They also discuss the history of Sardis, including the city’s defensible location and the secret tunnel that was used by enemies to enter. They use that image to show how something that looked secure was actually vulnerable, just as the church appeared alive but was spiritually weak. The conversation then turns to the role of the Holy Spirit. They emphasize that the Spirit brings true spiritual life, and that discipleship is not mainly about checking boxes or building a résumé of religious activity. Instead, they say growth comes from letting God work in a person’s life rather than merely working for God. Later, they reflect on performance-based faith, the difference between knowledge and application, and the need for repentance. They talk about prayer, Bible reading, and daily routines, stressing that these should be relational rather than mechanical. They close by pointing to readiness for Christ’s return and the need to live on mission, rather than postponing obedience. Learn more about North Pointe Church at northpointefl.org, and join us on Sunday mornings at 9:00 or 11:00. Do you have any questions or comments? Drop us a line at pod@northpointefl.org.

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