Woodlands Church

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....

This week in the Chosen Exiles series at Woodlands Church, Pastor Jon Ewton challenges us to deepen our relationship with Jesus Christ. Moving beyond religious routines, Pastor Jon encourages us to focus on a daily, active connection with our Savior.   Using the example of a growing marriage, he illustrates how consistent love and trust nurture a profound bond with God.   He unpacks 1 Peter 1:8-12...

Welcome to Woodlands Church! Join us as Pastor Jon Ewton continues our Chosen Exiles series with a powerful message based on 1 Peter 1:3-8.   We explore the transformative experience of being born again, discovering what it means to be a new creation in Christ.   Pastor Jon highlights the profound and enduring nature of our inheritance in Jesus, contrasting it with the temporary things of this wor...

In this week's sermon, we join Pastor Dave Bondeson as he continues the series "A Theology of Stuff," focusing on the theology of giving. He unpacks the biblical foundations of tithing, revealing it as an act of worship, provision, and enjoyment. Learn how giving fosters spiritual growth and dependence on God, leading to true freedom. Listen now for inspiration and encouragement to open your hands...

Join Pastor Jon Ewton begins his two-part series "A Theology of Stuff," discussing our relationship with material possessions. He emphasizes that while we all own things, it's crucial to evaluate how we use them for God's purposes. Learn about the four P's of giving—prayerful, planned, proportionate, and progressive—and how they can transform your stewardship. Listen now for inspiration and encour...

In this sermon, Pastor Jon Ewton explores the powerful story of David and Goliath, showing us how to choose faith over fear. Learn how to shift our perspective, stop seeing those obstacles as impossible, and instead, recognize God's amazing power. Discover the peace that comes from knowing God is fighting for us. Join us as we explore the life-changing power of living by faith, not by sight.  

Join us for a powerful Christmas sermon, the third in our "Adore" series, as we explore the transformative message of accepting Jesus Christ into our lives, drawing inspiration from the story of Nicodemus. This message is not just for Christmas, but for every day. We delve deep into the scriptures to understand the true meaning of salvation and what it means to be a follower of Christ. This sermon...

Join us for the second sermon in our "Abide" series at Woodlands Church, where Pastor Jon dives deep into the powerful message of John 15. Discover what it truly means to abide in Christ and how this connection empowers us to bear fruit in our lives. As we navigate the distractions of the holiday season, we focus on remaining in Jesus' love and reflecting that love to others. Through engaging illu...