North Pointe Beyond Sunday

North Pointe Church

North Pointe Beyond Sunday is a podcast from North Pointe Church that unpacks Sunday’s sermons, answers congregation questions, and explores Christian perspectives on current events. Hosted by the pastors of North Pointe, it helps you apply faith to everyday life. New episodes drop weekly.

  1. Jun 23

    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.

    The Church of Philadelphia
  2. Jun 18

    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

    Grace Before Government: Ground Rules for Political Conversations

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North Pointe Beyond Sunday is a podcast from North Pointe Church that unpacks Sunday’s sermons, answers congregation questions, and explores Christian perspectives on current events. Hosted by the pastors of North Pointe, it helps you apply faith to everyday life. New episodes drop weekly.