Woodlands Church

In this message from Acts 20:17–32, Brian Berg highlights three "necessary things" for spiritual endurance: be faithful to your calling, be watchful over your life and heart, and be biblical—rooted in God's Word. Drawing from Paul's emotional farewell to the Ephesian elders, this sermon challenges listeners to live with purpose and finish strong. Part of the "The Next Right Thing" series at Woodla...

In this message from Acts 19, Pastor Dave Bondeson continues "The Next Right Thing" series by examining four transformative events in Ephesus. He challenges us to be bold in our faith, live lives that validate the message of Jesus, and return to the awe and love we had at first. As God's Word spread through Paul's ministry, miraculous healings and repentance followed—including the burning of magic...

In this message from Acts 19, Pastor Jon Ewton continues "The Next Right Thing" series by examining four transformative events in Ephesus. He challenges us to be bold in our faith, live lives that validate the message of Jesus, and return to the awe and love we had at first. As God's Word spread through Paul's ministry, miraculous healings and repentance followed—including the burning of magic boo...

In this sermon from Acts 19:1–7, Pastor Dave Bondeson unpacks Paul's encounter with unsure disciples in Ephesus. Through this passage, we confront key truths about baptism, salvation, and the Holy Spirit's role. Pastor Dave addresses common misconceptions such as spiritual gifts as proof of salvation, emphasizing that every believer receives the Holy Spirit at conversion. The message challenges us...

In this message from "The Next Right Thing" series, Pastor Jon Ewton unpacks Acts 18:18–28 and Ephesians 4:11–16, highlighting the intentional and relational process of discipleship. With examples from Paul's journey and the ministry of Priscilla, Aquila, and Apollos, we're reminded that spiritual growth doesn't happen by accident. It's a lifelong, community-driven process that leads to a mature,...

In this sermon from "The Next Right Thing" series, Pastor Dave Bondeson teaches from Acts 18:1–17, where Paul—exhausted, rejected, and afraid—receives a timely vision from Jesus: "Do not be afraid." Paul is reminded that God is with him and working in unseen ways. Through this powerful story of perseverance, discouragement, and divine purpose, we are challenged to stay faithful, speak boldly, and...

In this continuation of "The Next Right Thing" series, guest speaker Brian Berg delves into Acts 17:16-34 to teach us how to better share our faith. Using Apostle Paul's methods, Berg highlights three key strategies: developing strong convictions, making genuine connections, and starting conversations that point others to Jesus. Get inspired by real-life examples and learn how to make a lasting im...

In this continuation of the "The Next Right Thing" series, Pastor Jon Ewton delves into 1 Peter 1:8-12, exploring the profound difference between religion and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Through a vivid personal story, he illustrates how daily love and trust can deepen this relationship beyond mere ritual. Key takeaways include the importance of memorizing scripture (1 Peter 2:9-10)...

In this sermon from our "The Next Right Thing" series, Pastor Dave Bondeson dives into Acts 16, chronicling Paul's journey in Philippi. Paul's faithfulness amidst trials and God's mysterious orchestration come to the forefront. Witness the transformation from bondage to freedom, as the slave girl is freed, Paul and Silas are miraculously released from jail, and a jailer embraces salvation. Explore...

Join Pastor Jon Ewton in "The Next Right Thing" series as he delves into Acts 16:6-12, exploring Paul's missionary journey and the imperative of surrendering our plans to God's will. Learn how God's control, coupled with our willingness to listen and obey, can lead to transformative outcomes. Dive into Paul's path through regions and cities like Phrygia, Galatia, and Macedonia as an illustration o...

In this concluding sermon of the "Chosen Exiles" series, Pastor Dave Bondeson unpacks 1 Peter 5:6-11, discussing our identity as followers of Christ in a world that's not our home. Key takeaways include the importance of depending on God by casting our anxieties on Him, defending our faith by being alert to spiritual warfare, and dreaming of our eternal future with Him. Pastor Dave challenges list...

Pastor Dave Bondeson continues the "Chosen Exiles" sermon series by examining the crucial role of elders in the church, based on 1 Peter 5:1-5. He explains that elders are called to lead the congregation towards purity, always grounded in grace and modeling the life of Jesus. The sermon explores how this leadership functions practically at Woodlands Church, emphasizing the importance of humility,...

Pastor Jon Ewton continues the "Chosen Exiles" series with a message about practical Christian living from 1 Peter 4:7-11.   He unpacks the meaning of "the end of all things is at hand" and how that should impact our daily lives. The sermon centers on the command to love one another earnestly above all else . Pastor Ewton explains that this love covers a multitude of sins and transforms how we int...

Pastor Jon Ewton's sermon "For the Will of God" in the "Chosen Exiles" series explores 1 Peter 4:8-11. Key takeaways include loving one another earnestly, the significance of baptism as an expression of inner transformation, and adopting the mind of Christ to prioritize God's will over personal desires. Believers are encouraged to leave behind past sinful behaviors and live righteously despite pos...

Pastor Jon Ewton unpacks 1 Peter 3:8-20, offering practical guidance for living as "chosen exiles." The sermon emphasizes cultivating unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind within the church. Listeners are challenged to bless those who revile them and to live lives that reflect the Gospel in their daily interactions. Pastor Jon also stresses the importance of be...

Join Pastor Jon Ewton this Easter at Woodlands Church as he dives into the vital importance of authenticity in our faith. Through the stories of the thief on the cross, doubting Thomas, and Mary Magdalene, Pastor Jon demonstrates how Jesus welcomed real, flawed individuals into relationship with Him. This message challenges us to discard the "fake" personas we often present and instead embrace hon...

Pastor Dave Bondeson unpacks the meaning of Jesus' crucifixion in the third installment of our "One Day" Easter series. This message delves into the emotions of those who witnessed the crucifixion, the weight of Jesus being rejected and forsaken, and the ultimate victory won through His sacrifice. Discover the four essential realities of the cross: Jesus was rejected, Jesus was forsaken, the work...

In the second sermon of our Easter series, "One Day," Pastor Dave Bondeson examines the significance of the Garden of Gethsemane. He draws a powerful connection between Gethsemane and the Garden of Eden, revealing how both gardens serve as poignant reminders of humanity's tendency towards failure and betrayal. Pastor Dave explores the failures of Adam, Judas, and the disciples Peter, James, and Jo...

Pastor Jon Ewton kicks off this years' Easter series entitled "One Day" by examining the profound significance of the table in the events leading up to the crucifixion of Christ. Drawing from the Passover Seder, Pastor Jon emphasizes the themes of remembrance, community, and service. Discover how Jesus transformed this traditional meal into a powerful symbol of his sacrifice and a reminder of our...

In this special sermon on Compassion Sunday, Pastor Jon Ewton highlights Woodlands Church's mission to release children from poverty through Compassion International. Drawing from personal experiences, he emphasizes that sponsorship is a meaningful expression of our Christian identity. Guest speakers Don and Elizabeth Smith share their transformative experiences as sponsors, and Owen Gathinga, a C...

Join us for the final message in our Chosen Exiles series, where Pastor Jon Ewton unpacks 1 Peter 3:1-7.   This powerful sermon tackles the often-challenging topic of conduct within the household, particularly within marriage. We explore the meaning of submission in a contemporary context, emphasizing mutual respect and sacrificial love as reflections of Christ's own submission.   Pastor Jon clari...

Welcome to Woodlands Church!  In this message from our Chosen Exiles series, Pastor Jon Ewton dives into 1 Peter 2:11-25, exploring how we, as Christians, should navigate unjust suffering.  We discover that our identity in Christ informs our actions, teaching us to avoid sin, speak truthfully, refuse retaliation, and trust in God's justice.  Using Christ's example on the cross, Pastor Jon encourag...

Welcome to Woodlands Church!   Join us as Pastor Jon Ewton continues our "Chosen Exiles" series with a powerful message on living out our identity in Christ. Based on 1 Peter 2:9-17, this sermon explores the crucial link between our understanding of who we are in Christ (a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation – 1 Peter 2:9) and how we live our daily lives.   Pastor Jon challenges us to e...

Welcome to Woodlands Church! Join us as Pastor Dave Bondeson continues our "Chosen Exiles" series with a powerful message on 1 Peter 2:4-10.   This week, we delve into verses 9-10, exploring the profound truth of our identity in Christ. Pastor Dave unpacks four key aspects:   our communal identity as God's chosen people; our individual selection by God; the cleansing power of Jesus' sacrifice, and...

Join us at Woodlands Church as we continue in our Chosen Exiles series. Today's sermon is preached by Pastor Jon Ewton and    We explore 1 Peter 2:1-3, using the powerful imagery of clothing and newborn infants to illustrate spiritual growth.   Pastor Jon encourages us to identify and shed negative behaviors that hinder our ability to love one another—malice, deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander....