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Sermon on 1/11/2026 by Pastor Todd Sapp Are you living with a deeply troubled heart ? Whether it’s the weight of the 24-hour news cycle, the pressure of "failing bridge syndrome" (caring for kids and aging parents simultaneously), or the grief of a lost relationship, life has a way of shaking our souls to the core. In this message, we dive into John 14:1-14 , where Jesus offers his disci...

Sermon on 1/4/2026 by Pastor Todd Sapp Are you searching for "peace at last" in a world filled with conflict and uncertainty? In this message, we explore the powerful stories of Simeon and Anna from Luke 2 to discover how true peace (Shalom) isn't just the absence of conflict—it’s a divine wholeness that can only be found in a Person. While many in the first century settled for the...

Sermon on 12/28/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp  Are you searching for "peace at last" in a world filled with economic stress, political division, and information overload? In this message, we explore the story of Simeon from Luke 2 , a man who lived his entire life as a "biblical lookout," expectant for God’s promised rescue. While many in the first century gave up hope or settled for...

 Christmas Eve Service on 12/24/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp Merry Christmas! Join Pastor Todd and the Northwoods community for our special Christmas Eve service. In this message, we pause to intentionally shift our focus from the busyness of the season to the true miracle: the birth of Jesus Christ. Through the stories of Mary, Joseph, and the shepherds in Luke 2 , we explore how God’s perfect plan oft...

 Sermon on 12/21/2025 by Pastor Todd Sapp Are you searching for "peace at last" in a world filled with economic stress, information overload, and political division? In this message, we explore the Christmas story through the eyes of the shepherds and Mary in Luke 2:8–19 to discover how God’s perfect peace overcomes life’s greatest challenges. While the world offers a temporary "Rom...

 Sermon on 12/14/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp Have you ever felt like your perfectly laid plans were falling apart? In this message, we explore how life—and sometimes God Himself—interrupts our expectations. Using the story of Mary and Joseph from Matthew 1 and Luke 2 , we discover that when God challenges our peace, He is actually working for His glory and our ultimate good. We often mistake "perf...

 Sermon on 12/7/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp  In a world filled with global conflict and personal friction, what is the ultimate source of hope? This message dives into the powerful Christmas prophecy in Isaiah 9:1-7 to confirm that God's promise of peace is a done deal , regardless of the chaos surrounding us. We'll unpack why we can declare " Peace at Last " through the coming Mess...

 Sermon on 11/30/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp What does washing dirty feet have to do with God’s deepest nature? This powerful message explores the Theology of the Towel in John 13:1-17 , where Jesus shocks His disciples by performing the most menial task. He models that true service is the core of discipleship. We'll unpack four crucial truths about service: Service is Motivated by Love: Jesus ser...

 Sermon on 11/23/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp  Even the strongest and most courageous among us face inner turmoil. This message explores John 12:27-36 , revealing Jesus's intense emotional agony ("My soul is troubled") just before the cross. Discover how Jesus found the suffering bearable—not by escaping it, but by focusing on God's glory and the eternal purpose of His sacrifice. We&...

 Sermon on 11/16/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp  Here is a YouTube description optimized for discoverability based on the provided transcript: The Hour Has Come: Seeing Jesus's Glory in His Death and Resurrection (John 12:20-26) Description: What happens when outsiders finally seek Jesus? This message delves into John 12:20-26 , where the request of Greek Gentiles signals that "the hour has come...

 Sermon on 11/9/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp What do you do when you realize you are constantly in the presence of the King of Kings? This message dives into John 12:12-19 , the Triumphal Entry (Palm Sunday), where Jesus, the King, enters Jerusalem riding humbly on a young donkey. We explore three vital responses we must have when the King is present: Do Something to Honor the King: The crowds waved pal...

 Sermon on 11/2/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp You were created to worship, but what is truly on the throne of your heart? This message continues our study of John 12:1-8 , detailing the dinner in Bethany just six days before the Passover, where Mary’s sacrificial anointing of Jesus’s feet becomes a perfect picture of genuine worship. We'll unpack how true worship is a whole-life response displayed t...

Sermon on 10/25/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp Are you a worshipper? This message explores the intimate scene in John 12:1-8 , where Jesus's friends—Martha, Lazarus, and Mary—display genuine worship in extraordinary and sacrificial ways around a dinner table. Discover how worship is a whole-life response to God’s glory and grace. We'll unpack three ways genuine worship is displayed: Worship is D...

Sermon on 10/19/25 by Pastor Nicolas Ellen Is your soul noisy, burdened by guilt, anxiety, or the constant need to control? This powerful sermon delves into Matthew 11:28-30 to diagnose the causes of a "noisy soul" and reveal Jesus's two-part, proven prescription for lasting rest and peace. We'll unpack: The Diagnosis: Why a noisy soul is caused by trying to control what only G...

 Sermon on 10/12/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp  The resurrection of Lazarus was not just a miracle; it was a crisis point that forced everyone to choose a side. This message dives into John 11:45-53 to explore the dramatic fallout when Jesus raised the dead. Discover why this event was so consequential that it exposed the self-serving agendas of the religious leaders and revealed the profound truth of Go...

Sermon on 10/5/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp Here is a YouTube description optimized for discoverability based on the provided transcript: The Resurrection & The Life: Don't Be Satisfied With What You Want (John 11:17-44, Part 2) Description: What happens when your prayers are answered, but not in the way you wanted? Continuing our study of the raising of Lazarus, this message from John 11:17-44...

 Sermon on 9/28/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp  Are you struggling to reconcile your own desires with God's plan? This message dives into John 11:1-16 (The raising of Lazarus), revealing the conflict between what we want (convenience, safety, immediate results) and what God wants (His glory, resurrection, and eternal purpose). We'll unpack: Why Jesus delayed coming to Lazarus, even though He lov...

In a world of uncertainty, how can you be sure of your eternal security ? This message dives into John 10:22-42 , set during the Feast of Dedication (Hanukkah), where Jesus boldly affirms His deity and promises His sheep eternal life and unbreakable security . We'll unpack: Jesus's unwavering claim: " I and the Father are one ," and the immediate reaction from the Jewish leader...

 Sermon on 9/14/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp. In a world where right and wrong feel twisted, who can you trust? This message from John 10:1-18 reveals Jesus's identity as the Good Shepherd , a loving leader who offers a solution to the confusion and loneliness of our age. Discover why, because of Jesus, you are known , you have life , and you are deeply loved . We'll unpack: Jesus's metap...

Sermon on 9/7/2025 by Pastor  Todd Sapp What does it mean to be spiritually blind? This message from John chapter 9 tells the story of a man born with a physical disability that becomes a powerful illustration of our universal spiritual condition. Discover how Jesus, the Light of the World , opens our eyes not only to physical sight but, more importantly, to the truth of who He is. We'll unpa...

Sermon on 8/29/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp. How do we live with our eyes wide open to God’s work in a broken world? This message from John 9:1-24 explores the healing of a man born blind and challenges us to change our perspective on suffering and weakness. Discover how Jesus uses unlikely circumstances—even painful ones—to display His glory and give us spiritual sight. We'll unpack: The disciples...

In one of the most powerful and direct declarations in all of Scripture, Jesus reveals His divine identity. This message delves into John 8:48-59 , a passage filled with dramatic irony , where Jesus confronts His accusers with a truth they cannot escape: "Before Abraham was, I AM." We'll unpack: The irony of people's limited knowledge and how it leads to arrogant conclusions. T...

 Sermon on 8/17/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp  Music used with Permission through our CCLI Copyright License Number #54024 and Streaming License Number #20133927 Find out more about Northwoods Church at www.nwctally.com

What’s the difference between a fleeting, fickle faith and a faith that truly sets you free? In this powerful message from John 8:31-37 , Jesus confronts a crowd of believers with a challenging truth: to be His disciple, a faith based on heritage or tradition is not enough. He calls them—and us—to a deeper, more resilient kind of belief. We'll unpack: The danger of a fickle faith based on tra...

 Sermon on 8/3/25 by Pastor Todd Sapp Music used with Permission through our CCLI Copyright License Number #54024 and Streaming License Number #20133927  Find out more about Northwoods Church at www.nwctally.com