Wildwood Church Sermons

When a church community confuses external behavior for internal transformation, that congregation is in danger of obscuring the Gospel. When conformity becomes the entry gate to the community, the gospel gets displace by traditions of men. Paul warns the church in today’s passage to not put a stumbling block in your brother’s path and to not allow the weak in the faith to tyrannize the church. The...

Christians have a duty and the privilege of living together in unity and harmony. And we’ll answer for our attitudes and actions that jeopardized that. In today’s passage, Paul warns the Roman Christians what we’re all going to give account for our lives and how we treat people with whom we disagree will matter. Every knee shall bow. Yours and mine. Romans 14:10-12 #connect4qc #Foundation #Romans...

Do you ever find yourself at odds with another Christian over deeply held convictions or beliefs? Does it make you want to just be done with them? Not so fast! In this week’s passage, the Apostle Paul warns us not to be quick to divide over non-essentials and instead to remember that everyone in Christ belongs to the Lord. Let Him judge. You and I should instead assume the best in other believers,...

Christian, you will spend eternity with people with whom you have nothing in common except faith in Jesus. We are so prone to separate ourselves from people the Lord has bound us to forever. This must grieve the heart of God! To divide over non-essential matters and use those to judge one another is not right. Paul helps us understand how Christians with conflicting personal convictions can live i...

What does it mean to put on the armor of God? I’m concerned a lot of Christians say they put it on, but have no idea what that actually means and it becomes just another Christian cliché. In this week’s passage Paul tells us to “put on the Lord Jesus Christ,” which interprets what he said in a previous verse to “put on the armor of light.” Armor of light, full spiritual armor of God, the Lord Jesu...

Every soldier is issued basic protective gear when they enlist. While it’s necessary, it’s not always appreciated. It’s bulky, uncomfortable, and heavy. There’s nothing worse than the protective mask, or gas mask. Soldiers hate to wear them. That’s why the Army sends every soldier through the gas chamber. It demonstrates the effectiveness of the protective mask and builds the soldier’s confidence...

The worst thing a soldier can do while on patrol is fall asleep on the perimeter of a patrol base. He has one job: be a watchman for the rest of the unit and warn them of enemy attack. To fall asleep on the perimeter invites devastation to the unit. In this text, Paul issues a wake-up call to sleepy soldiers. Are you spiritually asleep? Wake up! Romans 13:11-12 #Foundation #Romans #Soldiers #StayA...

What is love? What is loving? Ask 10 people and you might get 10 different definitions. The Bible tells us love is the fulfilling of the Law because love does not wrong to a neighbor. Whatever we may think love is, if it doesn’t pass that test, it’s not love. Romans 13:8-10 #connect4QC #Foundations #Romans #Love #LoveDoesNoWrong

Christians belong first and foremost to God and to Christ. We are called to advance His Kingdom and pursue His righteousness. One of the ways we do this is by voting according to biblical principles. We are called to submit to governing authorities with humble hearts, but a Christian cannot in good faith vote for those whose policies advocate for what the Lord calls evil and encroach upon what the...

Around the time Paul wrote Romans, the Roman Emporer was tossing around the idea of eradicating a certain tax that Roman citizens had to pay. In the end, he decided not to. This created quite a stir and became a political hot-button. Paul wasn't afraid to address the political issue from a biblical worldview. We shouldn't be either! Romans 13:1-7, pt. 3 #connect4QC #Romans #Taxes #Government #Poli...

Governing authorities is one of the things God has given to the world as a gift of common grace. Paul calls governing authorities and sword-bearers “servants” and “ministers” of God. No doubt few who fill this role recognize their status, but they will all answer to Him for it. Christians are called to be subject to them because they fulfill an important role of maintaining law and order in the wo...

How Christians relate to the state is not secondary to the gospel. As Paul makes clear in Romans 13, our relation to the governing authorities is part of our response to the glorious gospel Paul laid out in chapters 1-11. It is part of how we express genuine love for the Lord. It is part of laying our lives down as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to Him. But how should Christians relate to...

Did you know that every true believer is a brother or sister in Christ? This is how we will spend eternity together in heaven. All other distinctions will dissipate as we’re united together in the kingdom of God. And what will bind us together forever in Heaven binds us together on earth – the glory of Christ. Every born-again believer has beheld the glory of Christ here on earth by faith and we w...

What glory of Christ do we behold by faith today? If it is not military or political power, nor riches or beauty, what it is about Christ that we find glorious? It is that in the person and work of Jesus Christ, the wisdom and love of God is personified. It is manifest and made visible. It is put on display! We can know our God is wise and loving because of Jesus. Do you behold His glory? #connect...

After twelve weeks away, Pastor Brian has returned from his sabbatical and offers a word of thanks to the staff, elders, and congregation of Wildwood Church and points us to the future as we are transformed by beholding the glory of Christ! John 17:24 #connect4Q #GloryofChrist #Beholdtheglory #Vision #Sabbatical

In our Summer Series, "If I Could Tell You One Thing," Elder Claudio Francisco delivered an insightful sermon on the true meaning of forgiveness. He revealed how forgiveness is more than a simple concept; it's a profound act that can heal deep wounds, mend broken relationships, and transform our hearts. By understanding how Jesus taught us to forgive—embracing it as a daily practice—we open oursel...

Join us for an uplifting sermon by Elder Al Knott at Wildwood Church, as he explores the profound moment when Jesus prayed for us. Discover how this heartfelt prayer reveals Christ’s deep love and commitment to us, offering encouragement and insight into His grace. Watch and be inspired by how Jesus' prayer shapes our faith and draws us closer to His heart.

Join Pastor Andrew Robinson as he explores David's story in Psalm 35, where David faced adversity and cried out to God for justice. Discover how this powerful psalm reveals God's unwavering presence in our trials and learn how to seek His guidance in your life today!

Discover how knowing Christ surpasses all earthly gains and leads to true joy. Watch our latest sermon from Pastor Josh Pugsley and explore the deeper fulfillment found in Jesus. Dive into the powerful truth of how Christ transforms our lives and fills us with purpose and joy beyond anything this world can offer!

Discover how to face doubts and seek truth with an open heart, grounded in 1 Peter 3:15. Learn to defend your faith with gentleness and respect. Don’t miss out on this inspiring sermon from one of our Elders Brian Cewe. Watch it now and strengthen your walk with Christ! #HopeInJesus #DefendTheFaith

Where are your heart's motives? Join Elder Jim Sallows as he delves into Matthew 5:17-30, examining whether Christ truly has your heart. Watch now to be inspired and challenged in your walk with Christ! #Sermon #HeartCondition #Matthew5

Join Elder Bob Graf as he delves into the richness of God's generosity and how we can experience it by living generously. Reflect on 1 Timothy 6:17-19 and be inspired by God's unwavering grace and the call to be generous stewards of His blessings. 🙏✨ #Faith #Generosity #SermonSeries #WildwoodChurch

Are you ready to fight the good fight of faith? In this powerful sermon, Elder Troy Simpson challenges us to examine our spiritual armor and commit to the daily battle against the world, the flesh, and the devil. Discover the importance of faithfulness to the gospel, prayer, and the Word of God, and learn how to stand firm with the help of the Holy Spirit. Join us as we dive into 1 Timothy 6:12 an...

🔍 Discover the profound nature of God's infinite knowledge, presence, and power in this inspiring sermon! Elder Cecil Rudd delves into scripture to reveal what it means to be fully known and loved by our great Creator God. Learn how understanding God's omniscience, omnipresence, and omnipotence can transform our faith and daily lives. Join us as we explore God's greatness, our relationship with H...

Are you chasing happiness in all the wrong places? This message explores why those things leave us empty and how only Jesus can truly fill the void. He's not just another answer, He is THE answer. Come discover lasting peace and purpose in Jesus! #Jesus #faith #thewaythetruththelife