Extra Takes

Matt Shiles welcomes Pastor Josh into the studio to talk further about his second message in the "Under Pressure and Stressed Out" series. Matt guides Pastor Josh through explaining the differences between what we can and cannot control, and how we can recognize and deal with each side of that situation. All this to help us realize how Luke 22 truly impacts us. 

Pastor Josh introduces his new series and sets the table for a 9 week study of Luke 22:1-5. They discuss topics such as pressure and stress existing before the fall, and practical aspects of life and humanity that shape us more into the image of Christ. 

Matt Shiles welcomes Pastor Josh into the studio to discuss his latest sermon, The Story of the Human Race. Matt starts out asking PJ about his training for the Half Ironman event coming up, then they discuss plans for future sermons. Following that, they delve into the sermon concerning Adam, The Fall, and redemption through Jesus, the better Adam. Join us for this meaningful discussion from one of Pastor Josh's stand-alone messages!

Matt Shiles welcomes Pastor Dan Elkins into the studio to discuss the past week's sermon, "The Fear of the Lord". Listen in to hear how Pastor Dan came up with the sermon, and his process in putting it together. Matt walks Pastor Dan further in talking more about the finer points of what "Fearing the Lord" actually means. Join us for this special podcast with Pastor Dan Elkins. 

Matt Shiles welcomes Bernie Anderson into the studio to discuss his sermon entitled "Prisoners of Hope". Listen in as Matt leads Bernie into a deeper discussion about the importance of hope in our faith, and how it is our strength and the remedy to the weight and stress. Listen in and get to know Bernie a little better, and learn about the foundational principle of hope!

Matt Shiles dials up a vacationing Pastor Josh to get the finer details from this week's sermon showing how to view Rocky IV and Creed II through the lens of the Gospel. This includes a good discussion about the question what media should Christians consume. Join us for this informative, practical discussion about what we watch and how we should watch it to glorify Jesus.

Matt Shiles welcomes Pastor Josh into the studio to put some finer points on last weeks' sermon concerning two sports movies. Matt guides Pastor Josh through an insightful discussion about looking at these movies through the lens of the Gospel and how they can actually enhance our walk with Christ. Join us for this hard-hitting, slapshot of a podcast!

Matt Shiles takes the week off and leaves the podcast studio to Pastor Gus, Pastor John, and Tom Horvath (not a pastor, but a swell guy). Tom leads the discussion of this week's unique lineup of each sermon being about Jesus from a different Gospel writer. Tom highlights the differences of perspective, and the overarching conclusion where they all arrive. Join us for this spirited discussion of how the Gospels describe our Lord!

Matt Shiles and Pastor Josh discuss the past weekend's sermon and the interviews of James Li and David Angeron finishing up the T.E.D. series for 2026. They discuss the contents of the interviews and the direction Northland is taking encouraging ministry through sports, and not letting the sport become a god.

Matt Shiles hosts Pastor Josh in the studio to discuss the second in his 2026 T.E.D. series, "Faith and Sports". LIsten in as Matt asks Pastor Josh further about a "couch to 5k" progression and how that relates to our journey and experiences in sports as Christians. Pastor Josh spends time discussing how sports can become the focus of our lives, displacing time spent on developing our relationship with Jesus. Join us for this important discussion about a very culturally relevant subject, especially with the soccer World Cup tournament going at this time!