Westminster Vineyard

In this message from the Guardrails series, Pastor Scott Engebretson moves from the Nicene Creed's confession of God the Father to the person of Jesus. He recounts a powerful encounter with a dying man named Carl, who taught him more about Jesus than he could ever preach. Through Carl's story, Pastor Scott reveals that Jesus is the "living God" and the one "in whom all things hold together." The sermon highlights that Jesus, the King of all kings and the Lord of all lords, draws us into eternity and is working to reconcile all things to himself. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org .

In this message from the Guardrails series, Pastor Scott Engebretson continues his exploration of the Nicene Creed, focusing on the first line:  "We believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is seen and unseen." He presents the creed not just as a set of "guardrails" to keep our faith on track, but also as a "lifeline" in the storms of life. The sermon highlights the profound truth that God is the one and only creator. Pastor Scott reminds listeners that we are the created, not the creator, and invites us to lay down the burden of trying to be our own "Almighty". For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org .

In the opening message of the new series Guardrails, Pastor Scott Engebretson introduces the Nicene Creed as a set of spiritual boundaries for the Christian faith. Using an analogy of a treacherous mountain road, he explains that the ancient creed, formulated to provide "guard rails" so the church wouldn't "fall off the cliff," continues to offer essential "boundaries and balance" for believers today. He highlights that the creed is not a dry relic but a source of life, hope, and security, rooted in scripture and giving clarity to what Christians believe . For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org .

In this message, Pastor Scott Engebretson casts a vision for a new season in the life of the church, as it moves toward independence. He presents three foundational pillars for the church's future, rooted in the greatest commandment to love God with all of one’s being (Deuteronomy 6). Pastor Scott outlines the need for the church to cultivate hunger for God through prayer, fasting, and scripture, to be consistently inviting to others, and to commit to an ever-deepening process of spiritual formation, with the ultimate goal of having Christ formed in them. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org .

In this final message of the 'Stranger Things of the Parables' series, Hannah Engebretson explores the common human experience of waiting in a period of transition and uncertainty. She dives into the story of the woman with the issue of blood from Mark 5, who lived in her own "meantime" for 12 years. The message highlights how the woman's desperate act of faith to touch Jesus’s cloak resulted not only in her physical healing but also in a powerful and restorative encounter with Jesus's compassion. Hannah's sermon encourages listeners to live with intention and find hope in the midst of their own seasons of waiting. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org

Pastor Scott Engebretson explores the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard from Matthew 20 . He reveals that this parable isn't about earthly fairness, but about the "upside-down logic" and overwhelming generosity of God's grace . The sermon addresses our human tendency to compare ourselves to others and emphasizes that the reward of the kingdom is an unearned gift . Pastor Scott concludes that our only appropriate response to God's grace is to live with gratitude and awe, not with an attitude of entitlement. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org

Guest speaker Pastor Christian Summers from Lakewood Vineyard continues the 'Stranger Things of the Parables' series, diving into the Parable of the Net from Matthew 13. He explains that Jesus uses the image of a commercial fishing net, which catches all kinds of fish, to illustrate the expansive and inclusive nature of the kingdom of heaven . Christian contrasts this with the Pharisees' exclusive view, emphasizing that the kingdom is "messy," "expansive," and "full of surprise company". The sermon highlights that it is the church's job to be part of the "gathering, not the gatekeeping," and that the sorting of the good and bad happens at the end and is God's responsibility alone.  For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org  

Continuing in the series, Sam Stephens delves into two profound parables from Matthew 13: the Parable of the Hidden Treasure and the Parable of the Pearl of Great Value. He illustrates how both parables underscore the immeasurable worth of the kingdom of heaven, a treasure so valuable that it is worth sacrificing everything else to possess. The sermon emphasizes the joyful and radical commitment required to follow Jesus, highlighting that letting go of other pursuits, whether found unexpectedly or sought diligently, is essential to fully embrace the ultimate treasure found in Him. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org .

Continuing in our 'Stranger Things of the Parables' series, Pastor Scott Engebretson continues to explore the "upside-down kingdom" of God in Matthew 13. He unpacks the Parable of the Mustard Seed, illustrating how the kingdom starts from the smallest beginnings and grows into something massive and inclusive, providing shelter and a home for others. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org .

In the continuation of the Stranger Things of the Parables series, Pastor Scott Engebretson explores the Parable of the Weeds among the Wheat from Matthew 13. The sermon addresses the difficult question of why evil coexists with good in the world, explaining that the master in the parable instructs his servants to wait until the harvest at the end of the age to separate them, so as not to damage the wheat. The message highlights the importance of living patiently in the "in-between" and reflects on God's patience as described in 2 Peter 3:8-9. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org .

In this first episode of the new series 'Stranger Things of the Parables', Pastor Scott Engebretson introduces the idea of the "upside down world" of the kingdom of God, contrasting it with the fictional world of the show "Stranger Things". He explains that Jesus's parables are peculiar and are designed to both reveal the secrets of the kingdom to those who desire them and conceal them from those who do not. This sermon focuses on the Parable of the Sower from Matthew 13, highlighting the four types of soil and describing God as a "prodigal God" who lavishly spreads His word everywhere. The episode encourages listeners to cultivate the soil of their hearts, acknowledging that it is a constant process of tending and nurturing. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org.

In the final week of our series, speaker Sam Stephens discusses what it looks like to live a life marked by the gospel. Drawing from a definition by pastor Tim Keller, Sam defines the gospel not as advice but as a declaration of good news—an announcement of Jesus's victory, peace, and authority as the new king. The sermon encourages listeners to embrace their role as "good heralds" who declare Christ the King's authority over all the Earth. Sam also references Paul's farewell address to the elders in Acts chapter 20, emphasizing the importance of testifying to the good news of God's grace. For more information about the church, please visit Northwestvineyard.org .

On Pentecost Sunday, Pastor Scott Engebreston continues in our series looking at the Holy Sprit coming in power on the disciples. 

In this episode of the Northwest Vineyard podcast, speaker Scott Engebretson continues the 'Act'ing' Out Resurrection series by highlighting the early church's structure around its mission. The message emphasizes three key points from the passage: the church acts together , is a multicultural family , and is rooted in worship, fasting, and prayer. Scott shares a personal story about how laying on of hands can unleash the gifts God has given us for mission, not as a chore but as a privilege . Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to be a "sent people" who are willing to respond to God's call to go, whether it's around the city or the world. For more information about the church or to connect, visit Northwestvineyard.org.

Pastor Scott Engebretson continues our Act'ing' Out Resurrection Series by discussing how the resurrection has implications on our lives, changing them. The talk focuses on "the act of coming and going," exploring how God calls people to mission. Drawing from the book of Acts, specifically chapters 12 and 13, the speaker highlights the early church's structure around mission. The message emphasizes three key points from the passage: the church acts together, is a multicultural family, and is rooted in worship, fasting, and prayer. The speaker shares personal stories about how laying on of hands can unleash the gifts God has given us for mission, not as a chore but as a privilege. Ultimately, the episode encourages listeners to be a "sent people" who are willing to respond to God's call to go, whether it's around the city or the world. For more information about the church or to connect, visit Northwestvineyard.org.

Pastor Hannah Engebretson continues our Acts series looking at how leadership in the early church and considering what makes a good or a bad leader.

On this Mothers Day Pastor Scott Engebretson continues in our series on Acts looking at how generous the early followers of the emerging church were but also it revealed deeper heart issues for others. 

Have you considered how the disciples completely transformed after the ressurection of Jesus? Pastor Scott Engebretson shows us that Jesus took people who had neither the skills or knowledge and shaped them into powerful messengers of his word. 

Kicking off our brand new series Pastor Scott Engebretson dives into the book of Acts and asks the question how are we authentically living out our resurrection lives. Are we willing to wait to allow Jesus to move in our lives?

When Jesus is resurrected and starts appearing to those who were close to Him he meets people where they are and speaks directly into their lives. Pastor Scott Engebretson highlights these words for us today to help us see that Jesus is talking to us as well and wants to meet us in our Grief, Fear and Doubts just like he did with His followers.