TreasureCast

Thou shalt not murder! A seemingly straightforward command to follow… right? Wrong. At least not in our culture, where murder often goes unpunished and certain forms of it are even celebrated. Why is this commandment so widely ignored, both in society and, at times, even within the church? Most people agree that the obvious forms of murder driven by anger or malice are evil. But what about the way...

Why does it seem that our nation is under judgment, and why does it no longer “go well in the land” as God promises to those who walk in His ways? What is happening in the United States that makes us feel the weight of sin, confusion, and unraveling authority structures? “Honor thy father and thy mother” is a phrase that lives rent‑free in many of our minds, surfacing whenever we think about famil...

Summer is the time for leisure activities like various sport camps, dance camps, and VBS camps in our communities. Putting our kids in these pursuits can honor God. But how often do we encourage our children to grow in their love for something God has explicitly commanded His people to do? If God commands us to sing praise to Him, then built into that command is the expectation that we learn how t...

We’re back with another episode of Ask the Pastors, where we unpack the questions you’ve emailed to us. In this episode, we explore the implications of the following: Woodridge members and pastors have been shaped by a variety of paedobaptists (e.g., Calvin, Luther, Sproul, Ryle). What has kept you a Baptist? Besides the Bible, what is one book you would recommend for every church member or attend...

** Stick around to the end of this episode for a special TreasureCast treat** Technology is inescapable. Some of it is helpful and easy to understand; other parts are complex or even dangerous. But in today’s culture, there’s simply no avoiding it. It surrounds us and is woven into nearly everything we do. We live in an age of rapidly advancing tools, and the newest pinnacle of that innovation is...

The word contentment gets used frequently in today’s culture, but its meaning often shifts depending on who’s discussing it. So, what exactly is contentment? How does it connect to faith and trust? Should Christians seek contentment outside ourselves, or is the popular self-love movement the answer? Understanding contentment rightly as Christians is incredibly counter cultural and helps us take pl...

That’s a wrap! You know the phrase—it means we’re closing the curtain and calling it a year, and for 2025, TreasureCast has officially done just that! Join some of our pastors (Rich, Matt, John & Drew) on this special episode as we recap all the wonderful things that God has done through the podcast over the last year and count down our top 10 episodes. Since we’re dropping this on Christmas Eve,...

You’ve probably heard us talk about emailing questions on almost every episode, right? Well, based on popular demand–you asked questions, and we answered them! Join Pastors John, Drew, Matt E., and Rich as they discuss questions submitted over the course of the TreasureCast in this new “Ask the Pastors” style podcast. The questions that are addressed in this episode include: -         Should Chris...

Have you seen a tree get blown over and uprooted –or even removed by a large machine? This feat requires immense force, because it has roots that act like anchors, reaching deep into the soil. Roots are good in their ability to anchor and provide nourishment. But there is another kind of root that can anchor itself and provide unhealthy nourishment to our souls; the root of bitterness. If left to...

What happens when we die? It’s a question our culture often avoids—and one many Christians feel unsure how to approach. But Scripture gives us clarity, hope, and a reason not to fear. In this episode, Pastors John, Drew, Matt, and Luke tackle the topic of death head-on. From funerals vs. celebrations of life, to burial vs. cremation, to questions of Christian liberty—this conversation explores how...

When we look around at the culture in America, as Christians we often reel back in shock and horror at the practices happening around us—especially in how the world approaches dating and its close relative, “hook-up culture.” It seems like a free-for-all, with little to no oversight outside the church—and sometimes even within it. As Christians, we cannot accept the world’s approach to dating. But...

When we look around at the culture in America, as Christians we often reel back in shock and horror at the practices happening around us—especially in how the world approaches dating and its close relative, “hook-up culture.” It seems like a free-for-all, with little to no oversight outside the church—and sometimes even within it. As Christians, we cannot accept the world’s approach to dating. But...

God created man in his image, and He made us to work in different ways as men and women. Work is what we do primarily to provide for ourselves or others that we are in some way responsible for. But what about the time we spend not working? What are we supposed to do during this “play,” “leisure,” or “hobby” time? What type of activities can and should the Christian engage in? Are there things that...

What has no shape, no scent, no sound... but you always feel it in the room? Nope—not gravity you physics nerds. Emotional sabotage! Join Pastors Jantz, Erdman, John and Drew as they discuss how leadership and emotional sabotage are intricately related to one another and have been since the beginning of creation. They use Joe Rigney’s book, Leadership and Emotional Sabotage,” as a platform for the...

When we look at how the early church began in Acts chapter 2—devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching, breaking bread together in each other’s homes, and sharing with those in need—it can seem like an impossible ideal in today's world. In this episode, Pastors Drew and Matt discuss what it means to live in Christian community and how our church fosters this through Community Groups. Together,...

Many of us are aware, especially if you attend Woodridge, that God commands singing from His people. However, that statement encompasses more than just singing on Sunday morning. Singing to God implies that we know how to sing. Or do we? Join Pastors John and Drew in this episode as they discuss the topic of music, singing, and the Christian life. They are joined by Woodridge member and DOXA Chris...

Join Pastors John and Drew in this episode as they discuss how education has been influenced by secularism and progressivism over the last several hundred years. They interview special guests and classical educators, Pastor Joel Ebert and Elijah Grajkowski. They talk about the origins of education in America, where it went wrong, and how that differs from a classical view of education. They also d...

Join Pastors John and Drew in this episode as we discuss the origins of our collaborative conference, Restoring Truth, between Woodridge and Waukesha City Church, along with a summary of last year’s topics. We provide a longer sneak peek at some topics to expect at this year’s Restoring Truth Conference in May 2025. We talk with Woodridge’s own Pastor Luke and Pastor Chuck Marshall from Waukesha C...

What do Calvinism and lasagna have in common besides being delicious, layered delicacies that warm the soul? Join Pastors John, Drew, Matt J, and Matt E in the second part of our discussion on Joyful Calvinism, also known as the doctrines of grace. They delve into several helpful aspects of this theology mentioned in episode 4 and even enjoy some lasagna on the show. They highlight some enlighteni...

Join Pastors John, Drew, and Rich in the second part of their riveting discussion on stewardship and generosity. This episode dives deeper into balancing life's phases with your time, talent, and treasure. Featuring special guest Chase Gould, a Financial Advisor, listeners will gain valuable insights on financial stewardship. Tune in for practical tips on managing life's seasons, essential strateg...

Merry Christmas! Join Pastors John and Drew in this special episode— released on Christmas Day—as they discuss the feedback they received from listeners of the TreasureCast from the previous episodes aired in 2024.  Additionally, they share a special Christmas message to remind us how low our Redeemer was brought to raise us up. As we discuss in this episode — your feedback and emails are importan...

**Before the start of this episode, Pastor Drew provides an update on the length of the TreasureCast and how we will likely never be shorter than 30-40 minutes, with most episodes being close to an hour or more in length. What is your first memory of money? Was it good or bad? Is it biblical to tithe as New Covenant Christians? Why is it important to steward what God has given us, and should we re...

Time is flying by again, and the holiday season is right around the corner. Typically, holidays involve seeing family and friends that you may not see that often. People you love and get along with, but also people you may not prefer to be around. The world often tells us that we should never bring up two things at family gatherings—religion and politics. Join Pastor John, Pastor Drew, and Pastor...

Sexual sin is rampant in our world today. This sin also finds its way into the church. There have been a lot of unfortunate news reports with various Christian leaders (our heroes of the faith) falling into sexual sin over the last several decades. This is not a new problem and is something that the enemy uses to destroy leaders and and scatter the church. The most recent offender being Steven Law...

Join us for this special edition episode of the TreasureCast. With the results of the 2024 presidential election seemingly over, how should the church react to the news that former President Donald Trump will be the 47th President of the United States? Join Pastor John Pfannerstill, Pastor Drew Hacker, Pastor Matt Jantz, and Pastor Luke Dufek as they discuss the election night, how Christians may...