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NorthGate Global inspires transformation by sponsoring CA Jail Outreach. Discover his journey and vision at http://davidavritt.info

We provide pathways to a second chance, equip community leaders, and break generational trauma with tailored resources. David Avritt, visionary CEO and Founder of CA Jail Outreach and Camp Growth, leads with unwavering passion and commitment to making a lasting difference. Through his dedication, countless lives are being transformed, hope is being restored, and communities are empowered to grow stronger.

09/04/2026

✨ Before I Became Him — The Shift in Identity: "Real growth begins the moment we stop defending who we were and start walking in who God called us to be." — David

🔥 This is Part 1 of a powerful 5-part series! We are rolling out 5 great lessons on this topic to give you actionable steps for real, everyday transformation.

"For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son..." — Romans 8:29 (KJV)

🌱 Spiritual maturity is an intentional, daily shift in how we think, speak, and act. Before transformation takes root, we often operate out of our own habits and reactive emotions. True growth happens when we allow Christ to reshape our daily walk so that His character is clearly reflected to the world.

(3 )Practical Action Steps for Today:

1️⃣ Speech (Uplifting the Stranger): Use your words to brighten someone’s day just like Jesus did. Make an intentional effort to say simple, genuine things—like “thank you,” “please,” “you’re doing a great job,” or offering a kind compliment to a cashier, drive-thru worker, or stranger passing by.

2️⃣ Character (Everyday Respect & Discipline): Show Christlike character through small, considerate actions—hold the door open for someone walking behind you, step in to help an elderly person load heavy groceries, return your grocery cart to the rack instead of leaving it in an open parking stall, and always put items back right where you found them.

3️⃣ Love (God’s Love at the Well): Carry grocery or gas gift cards valued at $25–$50 with only "God’s Love" written on them. When you see someone who needs help or encouragement, hand it to them, tell them “God loves you,” and walk away—meeting practical needs without seeking recognition, just like Jesus did at the well.

The full study lesson document and a dedicated podcast episode are currently in the works—stay tuned!

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🤝 Join over 27,000 "gold dot" listeners worldwide as they reclaim their faith, heal their families, and step into their God-given purpose. Experience the "Nicodemus Effect"—a safe, confidential space to explore the Gospel without fear or judgment.

Stay Connected & Equipped 🛠️
Mission Hub: https://www.northgateglobal.fyi
CA Jail Outreach: https://www.cajailoutreach.org
Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
Books & Resources: https://www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | https://www.davidavritt.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NorthGateHQ

09/03/2026

DID GOD LOSE? (MOST CHRISTIANS MISSED THIS) 🎙️🔥 Did you know a single nighttime encounter beside a river 4,000 years ago still directly impacts butcher shops, global supply chains, and dinner tables across the world today?

In this brand-new episode of the Northgate Growth Journey, we break down Genesis 32:

The real identity of the Wrestler: The divine touch that crippled Jacob’s hip
Why an entire culture still refuses to eat the hip nerve (Gid Hannasheh) 4,000 years later

▶️ Stream the full episode and find all your favorite podcast platforms here:
https://www.ngj.show/

📥 FREE 19-LESSON STUDY GUIDE (PDF)
To get the complete picture of this lesson and the entire series, we created a comprehensive 19-lesson PDF study guide with every scripture, deep insight, and practical takeaway.

👉 Download the free 19-lesson PDF & watch the visual breakdown here:
https://youtu.be/w5JAyqUVogs

09/03/2026

🥩 WHY DID GOD LOSE? (MOST CHRISTIANS MISSED THIS) - Did you know that a single nighttime encounter beside a river 4,000 years ago still directly impacts butcher shops, global supply chains, and dinner tables across the world today?

Here is a preview of what is coming in our upcoming in-depth study series:

🥩 Sneak Peek: The Meat Practice (Gid Hannasheh)

1. The Biblical Prohibition: Genesis 32:32 establishes that the children of Israel do not eat the inner hip nerve (gid hannasheh / sciatic nerve) because God touched the hollow of Jacob's thigh.

2. Active Modern Practice: Kept today across Kosher-observant traditions (Orthodox and traditional Conservative Judaism). In Israel, specialist butchers surgically excise the nerve (nikkur / porging); in North America and Europe, hindquarters are often sold to commercial non-kosher markets to avoid the labor-intensive removal.

3. Remembrance by Subtraction: For millennia, an entire people have remembered the night their forefather was crippled and renamed by God by leaving something off the plate—literally eating around a wound.

💡 3 Biblical Principles for Your Walk Today

1. God Touches the Source of Self-Reliance to Build True Faith
God touched the seat of Jacob's physical leverage so he would stop running in human self-sufficiency and learn to cling to God's grace. "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding." — Proverbs 3:5 (KJV)

2. Every Physical Scar Can Become an Enduring Memorial of Grace
Jacob limped for the rest of his life, but that wound marked where God preserved, transformed, and renamed him. "My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness." — 2 Corinthians 12:9 (KJV)

3. Covenant Obedience Creates Generational Impact
A divine encounter thousands of years ago still orders daily dinner tables today. Radical obedience to God's Word outlives us for generations. "For the Lord thy God blesseth thee, as he promised thee: and thou shalt lend unto many nations, but thou shalt not borrow; and thou shalt reign over many nations, but they shall not reign over thee." — Deuteronomy 15:6 (KJV)

💡 Foundational Scripture (KJV): - "Therefore the children of Israel eat not of the sinew which shrank, which is upon the hollow of the thigh, unto this day: because he touched the hollow of Jacob's thigh in the sinew that shrank." — Genesis 32:32

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Join over 27,000 "gold dot" listeners worldwide as they reclaim their faith, heal their families, and step into their God-given purpose. Experience the "Nicodemus Effect"—a safe, confidential space to explore the Gospel without fear or judgment.

🛠️ Stay Connected & Equipped
Mission Hub: www.northgateglobal.fyi
CA Jail Outreach: www.cajailoutreach.org
Listen to the Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
Books & Resources: www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | www.davidavritt.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/NorthGateHQ

09/02/2026

🔦 Walking in the Light: The LAMP Principle - When the road ahead feels uncertain, remember that God’s Word gives us the clarity and strength we need for every single step.

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path. — Psalm 119:105 (KJV)

"You can have the best lamp in the world, but if you unplug from the Source, you will always stumble in the dark." — David

✴️ (L) — Light for Our Path - Scripture: Psalm 119:105 (KJV)
The Lesson: God’s Word gives us the exact guidance we need for each step in front of us. It keeps our feet grounded in truth and prevents us from stepping blindly into danger.

"A lamp doesn't show you the entire road at once; it gives you just enough light to take the next obedient step in faith." — David

✴️ (A) — Armor of Light - Scripture: Romans 13:12 (KJV)
The Lesson: Light is not just for navigation—it is our daily spiritual defense. Walking in God's Word requires discipline, throwing off compromise, and putting on integrity as protective gear.

"God's Word was never meant to be kept on a shelf like a decoration—it's a lamp designed for your boots on a dark road." — David

✴️ (M) — Manifesting the Truth - Scripture: Luke 8:16 (KJV)
The Lesson: The light God puts inside us must be visible in our homes, workplaces, and communities. Our witness is designed to impact others and guide them toward hope.

"We don’t carry the light to show off how bright we are; we carry it so someone else can find their way out of the dark." — David

✴️ (P) — Power from the Source Scripture: Acts 1:8 (KJV)
The Lesson: A lamp cannot shine on drained batteries or human willpower alone. We must remain constantly plugged into the Holy Spirit to have lasting clarity and endurance.

"When the world gets loud, and the path gets dark, stop looking for answers in the shadows and turn on the Light." — David

Action & Takeaway:

1️⃣ Connect Daily: Stay plugged into prayer and scripture before stepping out into the day.
2️⃣ Step in Faith: Trust God with the next step, even when you cannot see miles down the road.
3️⃣ Be Visible: Let your actions and service be the beacon someone else needs to see today.

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Join 27,000+ listeners worldwide stepping into their God-given purpose through the "Nicodemus Effect"—a confidential space to explore the Gospel without fear or judgment.

Whether you are overseas, praying for family restoration, or walking through the jail system, your Growth Journey starts here:

Stay Connected & Equipped

Website: www.northgateglobal.fyi | www.cajailoutreach.org
Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
Facebook: www.facebook.com/david.avritt
Books & Resources: www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | www.davidavritt.com

08/29/2026

Walking in the Light: The LAMP Principle (Psalm 119:105) - When the road ahead feels uncertain, remember that God’s Word gives us the clarity and strength we need for every single step.

"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path." — Psalm 119:105 (KJV)

"You can have the best lamp in the world, but if you unplug from the Source, you will always stumble in the dark." — David

The LAMP Breakdown:

L — Light for Our Path (Psalm 119:105 KJV)
The Lesson: God’s Word gives us the exact guidance we need for each step in front of us. It keeps our feet grounded in truth and prevents us from stepping blindly into danger.
"A lamp doesn't show you the entire road at once; it gives you just enough light to take the next obedient step in faith." — David

A — Armor of Light (Romans 13:12 KJV)
The Lesson: Light is not just for navigation—it is our daily spiritual defense. Walking in God's Word requires discipline, throwing off compromise, and putting on integrity as protective gear.
"God's Word was never meant to be kept on a shelf like a decoration—it's a lamp designed for your boots on a dark road." — David

M — Manifesting the Truth (Luke 8:16 KJV)
The Lesson: The light God puts inside us must be visible in our homes, workplaces, and communities. Our witness is designed to impact others and guide them toward hope.
"We don’t carry the light to show off how bright we are; we carry it so someone else can find their way out of the dark." — David

P — Power from the Source (Acts 1:8 KJV)
The Lesson: A lamp cannot shine on drained batteries or human willpower alone. We must remain constantly plugged into the Holy Spirit to have lasting clarity and endurance.
"When the world gets loud and the path gets dark, stop looking for answers in the shadows and turn on the Light." — David

Action & Takeaway:

Connect Daily: Stay plugged into prayer and scripture before stepping out into the day.
Step in Faith: Trust God with the next step, even when you cannot see miles down the road.
Be Visible: Let your actions and service be the beacon someone else needs to see today.

Connect & Equip:

Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
Mission Hub: www.cajailoutreach.org | www.campgrowth.org
Books & Resources: www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | www.davidavritt.com

08/28/2026

🛡️ Unbroken in the Deep: The Miracle of the Landing - "What the enemy designed to crush you will not leave a single crack when God is holding you." — David

🙏 When you look strictly at the fall, the physical reality makes God's protection unmistakable: an 80- to 85-year-old man was cast down into a deep, subterranean pit, and his bones never cracked.

At that age, human bones are brittle. In nature, dropping or casting an elderly man through an overhead opening into the depths of a pit guarantees devastating physical trauma:

💥 Shattered Hips and Pelvis: The sheer downward force of a drop into a stone chamber would naturally crush the lower frame of an 80-year-old on impact.

💥 Fractured Ribs and Spine: Being roughly seized, shoved, and cast down through the pit's mouth would typically result in broken ribs, compression fractures, or spinal trauma.

💥 The Reality of the Drop: Ancient cisterns and animal dens were deep pits built so beasts could not jump out. The fall alone was designed to incapacitate or kill a man before the beasts even moved.

Yet, scripture records the absolute physical state of Daniel after that drop:

"So Daniel was taken up out of the den, and no manner of hurt was found upon him, because he believed in his God." — Daniel 6:23 (KJV)

"No manner of hurt" means the impact never registered on his body. God cushioned the drop, sustained his 85-year-old frame in mid-air, and set his feet down whole. The fall that should have shattered him did not produce a single cracked bone.

3 Simple Life Lessons

✨ God Controls the Landing: When life throws you into a sudden, deep drop, you don't have to fear the bottom. God cushions the impact before your feet ever touch the ground.

✨ Your Weakness Does Not Limit God's Power: You might feel frail, worn down, or physically vulnerable, but your survival never depends on your own bone density or muscle—it depends on the One holding you on the way down.

✨ What Was Built to Break You Leaves No Mark: The drop was calculated to shatter an 80-year-old body, but God brought Daniel through whole. What the enemy designed to crush you will not leave a single crack.

Never Count Out a Senior Saint: God Still Uses Everyone

✨ God Still Uses Senior Saints: Daniel was between 80 and 85 years old when God put His greatest power on display through his life. God never retires His people, and advanced age is never a barrier to being used for His glory.

✨ Everyone Has a Purpose: No matter who you are, how old you are, or what physical state you find yourself in, God still has a divine assignment for you. If you have breath, God has a purpose for your life.

✨ Always Be Ready: Daniel was ready to stand, ready to pray, and ready to face the pit at a moment's notice because his relationship with God was continuous. Stay anchored, stay faithful, and always be ready for God to move through you.

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🤝 Join 27,000+ listeners worldwide stepping into their God-given purpose through the "Nicodemus Effect"—a confidential space to explore the Gospel without fear or judgment.

Whether you are overseas, praying for family restoration, or walking through the jail system, your Growth Journey starts here:

Stay Connected & Equipped

Website: www.northgateglobal.fyi | www.cajailoutreach.org
Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
Facebook: www.facebook.com/david.avritt
Books & Resources: www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | www.davidavritt.com

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08/27/2026

🧭🎙️ Building a Strong Spiritual Map (BSSM) - In this episode of the Northgate Growth Journey, we unpack the foundational blueprint of Building a Strong Spiritual Map (BSSM). Discover why the Bible gets its holiness 100% from Jesus Christ alone, how the 80-100-300 Scripture progression moves faith from your sight into active obedience, and why true biblical leadership equips others to forge their own footsteps.

Lesson 9: "Leadership isn't about how many people follow in your footsteps, but about whose lives are changed as they forge their own footsteps." — Chaplain David

The spiritual journey was never meant to be walked in confusion, legalism, or passive hesitation. Real spiritual growth requires an unshakeable vertical alignment of total surrender to God and a practical horizontal impact of serving others with compassion and integrity.

▶️ Click the PLAY button right now to stream the full episode!
YouTube: https://youtu.be/UIyCoA1_dik
Podcasts: https://www.ngj.show/

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Stay Connected & Equipped:

🌐 Mission Hub: https://www.northgateglobal.fyi
🤝 CA Jail Outreach: https://www.cajailoutreach.org
🎙️ Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
📚 Books & Resources: https://www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | https://www.davidavritt.com
📱 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NorthGateHQ

08/27/2026

📖 Raising Daughters to Stand Unshakable - "We do not raise our daughters to hide from the giants in this world. We raise them to know who holds their hand, stand their ground, and walk forward in faith." — David

📖 In a world filled with towering cultural pressures, fear, and spiritual battles, our daughters need more than good advice. They need an unshakable foundation of faith, strength, and truth.

📖 In the upcoming book, Raising Daughters to Fight Giants: A Father's Promise of Strength and Grace, readers will discover:

• Grounded spiritual leadership principles to establish your daughter's identity in Christ.
• Practical tools to equip her with spiritual armor against modern cultural battles.
• How to balance unwavering strength with gentleness, grace, and listening.
• Actionable ways to build lifelong trust, confidence, and resilience in your family.

"Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might." — Ephesians 6:10 (KJV)

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Join 27,000+ listeners worldwide stepping into their God-given purpose through the "Nicodemus Effect"—a confidential space to explore the Gospel without fear or judgment.

Whether you are overseas, praying for family restoration, or walking through the jail system, your Growth Journey starts here:

Stay Connected & Equipped

Website: www.northgateglobal.fyi | www.cajailoutreach.org
Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
Facebook: www.facebook.com/david.avritt
Books & Resources: www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | www.davidavritt.com

08/26/2026

📖 Exciting update from the studio! - We are officially 80% complete with our upcoming children’s book, Six Colors, One Message: A Backyard Gospel Adventure! A Story Produced and Written by David Avritt

✨ "When you plant seeds of faith in the hearts of children, you equip a generation to share God’s love without fear." — David

🎨 From Trinity’s backyard discovery to uncovering the plan of salvation through the Wordless Wristband, the message is coming together beautifully. As we enter the home stretch, our team is hard at work finalizing 14 full-color pages of artwork, producing custom audio narration and sound design, building dynamic video segments, and formatting the final release for Amazon. We’re making the final touch-ups and refining the text to make it the very best it can be. 😁😀😜
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Join over 27,000 "gold dot" listeners worldwide as they reclaim their faith, heal their families, and step into their God-given purpose.

Experience the "Nicodemus Effect"—a safe, confidential space to explore the Gospel without fear or judgment. Whether you are serving overseas, a family member praying for restoration, navigating the jail system, or just want growth and to be part of the Growth Journey, this is for you! Hit the links below to listen, learn more, and start your journey today:

Stay Connected & Equipped

Website: www.northgateglobal.fyi | www.cajailoutreach.org
Listen to the Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
Connect on Facebook: www.facebook.com/david.avritt
Books & Resources: www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | www.davidavritt.com

08/23/2026

The Mark of True Leadership 👣⚖️ "Leadership isn't about how many people follow in your footsteps, but about whose lives are changed as they forge their own footsteps." — Chaplain David

Real leadership doesn't measure success by a crowd behind you. It is measured by the people equipped, empowered, and released to walk out their own God-given purpose.

Proverbs 27:17 (KJV) — "Iron sharpeneth iron; so a man sharpeneth the countenance of his friend." 📖✨

Drop a comment below: Who is one leader who helped you forge your own path? 👇

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Join over 27,000 "gold dot" listeners worldwide as they reclaim their faith, heal their families, and step into their God-given purpose.

Experience the "Nicodemus Effect"—a safe, confidential space to explore the Gospel without fear or judgment. Whether you are serving overseas, a family member praying for restoration, navigating the jail system, or just want growth and to be part of the Growth Journey, this is for you!

Hit the links below to listen, learn more, and start your journey today:

🛠️ Stay Connected & Equipped
Our Mission: www.northgateglobal.fyi | www.campgrowth.org
Jail Outreach: www.cajailoutreach.org
Listen to the Podcast: https://www.ngj.show
Connect on Facebook: www.facebook.com/david.avritt
Books & Resources: www.DavidAvrittAuthor.com | www.davidavritt.com

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