How's that working for you? Finding Joy in Work | Nathan Lawson

Reflection 2 | Week 1 | Show Me Your Glory

Week 1, Reflection 2 in our study through the Book of Exodus. This episode explores Exodus 33:18, tracing Moses’ transformation from self-doubt at the burning bush to a bold longing for God’s glory at Mount Sinai. Rather than shrinking his desires, Moses’ journey deepens and redirects them toward the inexhaustible presence of God. We reflect on how spiritual growth reshapes our wants, turning scattered longings into a focused appetite for God, and invite you to consider what it would mean for your desires to be redirected and expanded by God. To sign up for your own copy or find out more, visit www.northsidecc.org.

Reflection 1 | Week 1 | The Quiet Life in Midian

Welcome to Week 1, Reflection 1, in our guided study through Exodus, focusing on the life of Moses. This episode reflects on Exodus 3:4-6, the burning bush that breaks into Moses’ settled life in Midian, calling him to turn aside and discover God’s presence: "I will be with you." It explores how ordinary contentment can become spiritual complacency and invites listeners to notice where God might be asking them to go deeper. The episode also includes reflection questions and a deep dive into the quiet resistance of Shipra and Pua, midwives who refuse Pharaoh’s orders, showing how small acts of courage begin the story of deliverance.

From Fear to Commission | Journey Up the Mountian: Exodus 1 of 9

Nathan Lawson introduces Exodus by following Moses at the burning bush: an ordinary shepherd, an extraordinary interruption, and a reluctant call to lead God’s people out of Egypt. It highlights Moses’ hesitation, God’s promise to be with him, and how Exodus reveals worship as a journey of presence rather than mere rules,an invitation to step into God’s story.

Too Familiar | The Gospel of John & Rooted [Part 1 of 8] | Nathan Lawson

This episode walks through the opening of John’s Gospel, exploring how familiarity and expectations can blind us to Jesus’ presence and mission. Nathan walks us through the beginning of The Gospel of John, describing discipleship and rooted community, emphasizing that God initiates renewal. John wants to disrupt our agendas and offers a way to prepare our hearts to experience a fullness of grace and truth.

How's that working for you? Finding Joy in Work | Nathan Lawson

This episode explores the honest, sometimes uncomfortable lessons from Ecclesiastes about work: how we often start with excitement than lose joy, the dangers of envy and ease, and why modern expectations make work feel heavier than before. Through stories and practical guidance, Nathan shows us how to bring meaning to daily labor, view work as a gift, and find lasting satisfaction by planting seeds, serving others, and grounding purpose outside of career validation.