Magnify Church - Northview Campus
Religion & Spirituality
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Welcome to the weekly podcast from the Northview Campus at Magnify Church! We want to help you take your next step in your relationship with God.
Episodes
- When God is With You
What do you do when life feels unfair, uncertain, or painful? Don Pearson teaches from Genesis 39, exploring how Joseph’s story reminds us that God is still sovereign and faithful in every season. Even in the middle of trials, “the Lord wa…
- The Story of Ruth
Don Pearson shares insights from the Book of Ruth, highlighting the stories of Naomi, Ruth, and Boaz. The episode focuses on themes of redemption, courage, obedience, and the faithfulness of God, particularly relevant for Mother's Day.
- A Dark Chapter in the House of Judah
Don Pearson discusses the consequences of sin within a family, exploring how God confronts sin and works through broken people and difficult circumstances, using the example of a dark chapter in the house of Judah.
- A Prophet without Honor
Don Pearson explores how unchecked sins of the heart, like jealousy and hatred, can lead to terrible outcomes, using the story of Joseph's brothers. The episode discusses navigating temptation and the ultimate triumph of God's plans.
- Big Family, Bigger Problem
This episode from Magnify Church's Northview Campus discusses the biblical story of Joseph, a son of Jacob targeted by his dysfunctional family. Pastor Don Pearson introduces the series by examining Genesis and God's faithfulness through t…
- You Will Be My Witnesses
This episode discusses living empowered by the Spirit to be witnesses for Christ. Don Pearson explains how to share the hope of the gospel not in one's own strength, but through the power of God at work within.
- It Is Finished! He Is Risen!
In the final moments of His life, Jesus said, “It is finished.” But what was He talking about? Don Pearson shares the incredible truth of all that “it” means, and why Christians all over the world for centuries have celebrated Good Friday…
- Why Have You Forsaken Me?
Is sin really that bad? Don Pearson explores the punishment our sin demanded and how we can be accepted because Jesus was forsaken. The great truth of the gospel is that we can have a restored relationship with God because Jesus paid for a…
- Father, Forgive Them
Forgiveness is not for the weak. As we continue reflecting on the Final Words of Christ from the cross, Josh Vajda explores Jesus's prayer of forgiveness for those who put Him there. It's not only a powerful testimony to who Jesus is, but…
- With Me in Paradise
From a place of great pain come words of great hope. Don Pearson leads us to the cross through the eyes of two criminals, and the life-giving words that Jesus spoke there. Join us as we prepare our hearts for Easter by exploring the Final…
- The Armor of God
What do you do when the enemy comes for you? Spiritual life can be confusing and spiritual warfare intimidating. In this final installment of One Hope, Don Pearson brings us Paul's encouragement to stand firm under fire because of all we h…
- How the Gospel Shapes Our Work
Should you bring your personal beliefs with you to work? If so, which ones? Don Pearson discusses how the gospel of Jesus Christ impacts our professional lives and workplaces. When we submit to Christ as Lord of all, it impacts what we do…
- Gospel Parenting - Part 2
What is at the center of your home? In week two of Gospel Parenting, Noah Anderson explores what it looks like to bring up our children in the instruction of the Lord. This calling goes beyond managing behavior. It is about shaping hearts.…
- Gospel Parenting
What does it look like to parent with the gospel at the center? Ray Sabon opens Ephesians 6 and invites us to see parenting not as a pursuit of perfection, but as a daily opportunity to reflect the grace, truth, and hope of Jesus in our ho…
- Judging Judgmentalism
Have you ever noticed how easy it is to spot what’s wrong with someone else, while missing what’s going on in our own hearts? Louie Konopka opens Matthew 7 and invites us to consider what it looks like to see what God sees and to live out…
- The Beauty of Christian Marriage - Part 2
Have you ever considered that marriage is one of God’s loudest sermons to the world? Don Pearson continues our One Hope series by exploring how Christian marriage is designed to reflect the oneness, love, and faithfulness of Christ and His…
- Freedom from Sin
Have you ever felt like you’re fighting the same fight again and again? Don Pearson continues our One Hope, The Gospel Changes Everything series and reminds us that we aren’t fighting alone. Jesus not only calls us to walk in the light, He…
- The Beauty of Christian Marriage
When you think about marriage and the roles of husbands and wives, what emotions or thoughts come to mind? Don Pearson continues our One Hope series and helps us see the beauty of marriages that imitate Christ. This isn’t about power, but…
- Don’t Get Drunk On…
What do you turn to when you are tired, overwhelmed, or running on empty? Don Pearson continues our One Hope series and reminds us to live wisely being careful about what we allow to fill us. In this passage, Paul contrasts being “drunk” o…
- Fully Alive Together
What would it look like to be fully alive to Jesus in 2026? Trent Heaton continues our One Hope series in Ephesians and invites us to consider how the gospel shapes not only our personal faith but also the way we live together in community…
- Walking in Light
Have you ever tripped in the dark and suddenly realized how dangerous it can be when you cannot see what is right in front of you? Don Pearson opens the next section of our One Hope series, where Paul uses that same imagery to show the dan…
- Our One Hope
What are you really hoping for this Christmas? At this year’s Candlelight Service, Don Pearson points our hearts to Jesus, the Word who became flesh, the Light who stepped into our darkness, and the fulfillment of God’s promises. He is the…
- Forgiving Like Christ
Have you ever struggled to forgive someone, even when you knew it was the right thing to do? Don Pearson continues our One Hope series and unpacks two verses that can change everything! These verses call us to release bitterness and anger…
- Walking in New Life
Ever notice how easy it is to hang on to frustration instead of showing grace? Don Pearson continues our series in Ephesians and invites use into something radically different: a life marked by kindness, forgiveness, and love. When we foll…
- A Call to Remember
How often do you stop and really look back to see how God has been faithful in your life? As we head into Thanksgiving, Don Pearson opens Deuteronomy 6:4–12 with a call to remember all God has done in the past, and let that fuel trust for…
- Serving the Body
Have you ever wondered why some people give so much of their time and talent to serve? Don Pearson dives deeper into Ephesians 4 to show how God equips the church to love, serve, grow, and strengthen one another. God’s plan is for the body…
- Walking in Unity
What would our relationships look like if we led with humility, gentleness, patience, and love? Don Pearson continues our Ephesians study and reminds us that real unity isn’t about agreeing on everything. It is about choosing to care for o…
- A Prayer to Know
What gets in your way of really experiencing God’s love? Noah Anderson explores the next section in our One Hope series, where Paul prays that we’ll be strengthened by the Spirit and rooted in a love that’s wider, longer, higher, and deepe…
- The Mystery of Christ
Do you ever wonder why God allows suffering? Don Pearson continues our series One Hope: The Gospel Changes Everything and looks at Ephesians 3, where Paul shows that even in hardship, God reveals the mystery of Christ. When we share in one…
- Together in Christ
Do you tend to see people’s differences or the ways we are more alike? Don Pearson opens the next section in our Ephesians study and reminds us that through Christ’s forgiveness, the walls of division come down. There is no “Us vs. Them.”…
- A Prayer to See
Do you believe the best is yet to come? This week, Don Pearson continues our series in Ephesians and reminds us that because of Christ, the answer to that question is a resounding yes. It begins with praying for eyes to see the hope, the r…
- Living Out the Gospel
What does it mean to be rescued? We see it all the time on the big screen, but what does it feel like to personally be saved from a hopeless situation? Don Pearson continues our series in Ephesians, One Hope: The Gospel Changes Everything,…
- To the Praise of His Glory
Do life’s distractions keep you from fully living in the hope God has promised? In week two of One Hope: The Gospel Changes Everything, Don Pearson digs deeper into Ephesians 1 and reminds us that in Christ, we’ve been given an eternal inh…
- The Best Thing in the World
What do you put your hope in—your wealth, your work, your relationships? Don Pearson kicks off our new series in Ephesians: One Hope, The Gospel Changes Everything. Together we’ll discover how God invites us to see our identity, our relati…
- Serving Christ in the Church
Have you ever wondered who does what in a church and why? Some studies show that 20% of the people do 80% of the work. Don Pearson opens Ephesians 4 and explores the roles and gifts that God has given to the church and the reason He gave t…
- Labor for Christ
Why does it feel so good to do a job well—whether it’s finishing a project, serving someone, or creating something with excellence? Don Pearson opens Ephesians 2 and shows us that our joy in good work points to something deeper—it reflects…
- Baptism Sunday | Unashamed
In our culture, it’s not always easy to stand up and proclaim that you follow Jesus. That’s what makes baptism so powerful—it’s a bold, public declaration that your life belongs to Him. Aligning your life with Christ means living out that…
- God’s Voice in the Scriptures
Have you taken time this week to delight in God’s creation—perhaps by watching a sunset or gazing at a starry sky? Have you also taken time to delight in His Word—His law, precepts, and commandments? Don Pearson continues our series Worshi…
- God’s Voice in the Skies
How often do you take time to delight in our Creator's masterpiece? Creation speaks of God's majesty and invites us to pause, observe, and respond in worship. This week, Don Pearson continues our summer series, Worship and Wonder, and invi…
- God’s Hand
Have you ever carried a secret so heavy it felt like it was eating you alive? Health and psychology experts alike will tell you what God has knit into our very being from the start: hiding is not healthy. Don Pearson continues our summer s…
- God’s Eyes
What makes you shout for joy? Maybe it’s when your favorite team scores, during a standing ovation at the end of an incredible performance, or maybe when you open a surprise gift? Don Pearson continues our summer series, Worship and Wonder…
- God is My Shepherd - Part 2
Safety, security, and satisfaction. Aren’t those things we all want? Yet so often, we look in the wrong places to find them. Don Pearson continues our summer series and takes a deeper dive into the second half of Psalm 23 to show us how ou…
- God Is My Shepherd
Many people take pride in being independent, and if you called them “sheep” it would be an insult. Yet in Biblical times, being a sheep with a good shepherd meant that you did not want for anything. Don Denyes continues our summer series,…
- God is My Rock
Where do you turn when your world is shaken? Some turn to media, food, or other worldly comforts and pleasures to escape. This week we are back in new our Summer series, Worship and Wonder: Pictures of God in the Psalms. Tim Blazer looks d…
- God is My Sun
Life is a journey with pitfalls and trials along the way. As we continue our Summer series, Worship and Wonder: Pictures of God in the Psalms, Noah Anderson looks at God as our Sun and the blessings He offers for those who trust Him.
- Telling the Story
If someone was to observe your life, what would they see? Don Pearson asks that pretty sobering question in our last teaching in Luke as we close out our Storytellers series, and encourages us that our actions and words tell a story. What…
- Jericho Times Two - Part 2
Jesus’ mission is to seek and save the lost! Don Pearson takes a deeper look at two of Jesus’ interactions with a crowd in Luke as He visited Jericho, and reminds us to have a heart that seeks Him. He sees our needs and has the power to tr…
- Jericho Times Two - Part 1
Jesus’ mission is to seek and save the lost! Don Pearson looks at two of Jesus’ interactions with a crowd in Luke as He visited Jericho, and reminds us to have a heart that seeks Him. He sees our needs and has the power to transform our li…
- The Hero and the Crook
Most days do you feel like you can tackle life on your own, or do you regularly hit your knees in prayer? Don Pearson looks at another parable in Luke that contrasts two people’s prayers, as he invites us to see our desperate need for the…
- Always Pray
What prayers have you stopped praying? Are there things you’ve brought to God for years that you feel like He still hasn’t answered; or maybe He hasn’t answered the way you had hoped He would? Don Pearson continues our Storytellers series…