WoodsEdge Sermons

In this message from Isaiah 64:1–4, Pastor Jeff Wells invites us into a passionate prayer for revival, a cry for God to rend the heavens and come down. Isaiah’s words express a deep longing for the felt presence of God, for His glory to be revealed, and for hearts and nations to be shaken by who He is. Revival, we are reminded, is not human effort or strategy, but God Himself drawing near to His p...

In this message, Rob Renfroe invites us to discover that joy is not something that happens to us—it is something we learn. Drawing from Paul’s letter to the Philippians, we are reminded that lasting joy is possible in every circumstance, even when life is hard, unfair, and full of struggle.

In this message, Pastor Tim Johnson teaches from Isaiah 42, pointing us to the Servant promised by God—one who is delighted in by the Father, empowered by the Holy Spirit, and sent to bring justice, light, and freedom to a broken world. Through this passage, we see both the first and second coming of Jesus, the Servant who came humbly and will return to establish perfect justice. This message remi...

In this Christmas Eve message, Pastor Jeff Wells tells the Christmas story from Luke 2:1–7 and are reminded that the birth of Jesus is both simple and stunning. Born in humility, wrapped in swaddling cloths, and laid in a manger, the eternal Son of God entered the world quietly—but with a purpose that would change everything. Through the contrast between earthly power and God’s sovereignty, this m...

In this message, Phill Kwon teaches from Isaiah 52, revealing humanity’s deep need for rescue and God’s promise to bring salvation into a broken world. Through the prophet’s words, we see the reality of sin, sorrow, and exile—but also the hope of good news proclaimed to a people waiting in darkness. Isaiah points us to a rescuer who would come not through power or politics, but through suffering,...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells teaches from Isaiah 11:1–2, showing how the promised Messiah would live fully dependent on the Holy Spirit. Jesus did not minister by His own strength, but by the power, wisdom, and presence of the Spirit resting upon Him. Through Scripture from Isaiah, the Gospels, and the book of Acts, this message reminds us that the Christian life was never meant to be lived...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells teaches from Isaiah 9:1–7, reminding us that when darkness, fear, and despair overwhelm the world, God’s answer is not political power, military strength, or human solutions—His answer is a child. Isaiah declares that the light breaking into the darkness comes through the promised Messiah, the One called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, and Pr...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells teaches from Isaiah 55, where God extends a gracious invitation to come, listen, and receive the life only He can give. He reminds us that nothing in this world can satisfy the deepest places of the soul—only Jesus offers the water, bread, and joy our hearts long for. Through this passage, we see that God’s Word never returns empty, His promises never fail, and H...

In this message, Pastor Scott Pollok walks through Isaiah 5 and John 15 to reveal the heart of God as the loving vine dresser and Jesus as the True Vine. Through rich imagery and biblical connection, he shows how God calls us to abide in Christ, trust His pruning, and bear lasting fruit that reflects His glory. This message invites believers to rest in their identity as God’s beloved, embrace His...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells teaches from Isaiah 43:1–7, reminding us that even when we walk through deep waters or fiery trials, God is with us. He is our Creator, Redeemer, and Savior—the One who calls us by name and says, “You are mine.” Through this passage, Pastor Jeff helps us see that God’s love is personal and unshakable, casting out fear and giving strength to endure whatever we fac...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells continues through Isaiah 40, reminding us that when life feels heavy and God seems silent, He has not abandoned us. The same God who created the galaxies and calls every star by name gives strength to the weary and power to the faint. Through honest reflection and powerful stories, Pastor Jeff points us to the God who never grows tired, never forgets His people,...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells walks through Isaiah 40:12–31 and reminds us that God is far greater than anything in creation. When life feels overwhelming, we are invited to lift our eyes and remember that the God who holds the oceans in His hand and calls every star by name is big enough to carry every burden. Through vivid imagery and timeless truth, this passage shows us that God is incomp...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells teaches from Isaiah 40:6–8, reminding us that while everything in life fades, the Word of God stands forever. Through stories of faith and perseverance, he calls us to build our lives on the Bible, the only unshakable foundation in a world that is constantly shifting. The Bible is more than words on a page; it is the living truth that restores, anchors, and trans...

In this message, Pastor David Hill walks through Isaiah 61 and the calling to become “oaks of righteousness.” Just as Jesus was anointed to bring good news, heal the brokenhearted, and set captives free, we too are empowered by the same Spirit to carry His mission into the world. This message invites us to stand firm in God’s presence, to be rooted in His truth, and to live as living testimonies o...

In this message, DeLeon Bennett walks through Isaiah 58, revealing God’s call for His people to move beyond empty religion and live out authentic faith through justice and compassion. When worship becomes self-centered, God reminds us that true fasting is found in caring for the hungry, the oppressed, and the broken. This message challenges us to find our front line—to live as repairers of the bre...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells unpacks Isaiah 6:1–8 and Isaiah’s life-changing vision of God—high and lifted up. Through the cry of “Holy, Holy, Holy,” we see God’s glory, our need for repentance, and His amazing grace. When Isaiah responds, “Here I am, send me,” we’re reminded that true revival begins with surrender to a holy God.

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells concludes our Prepare Initiative series with a powerful call to live with Bold Love. He unpacks ten aspects of love we see in Jesus: compassion that moves us to action, patience with the broken, servanthood that costs us, forgiveness for those who hurt us, and a sacrificial love that mirrors the cross. Bold Love is not casual or convenient—it is radical, passiona...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells unpacks Isaiah 57:15 and calls us to embrace repentance not as a one-time act, but as a way of life. He reminds us that revival begins with brokenness and humility before a holy God who dwells with the contrite and lowly in spirit.

In this message, Pastor Greg Johnson unpacks the powerful account of David bringing the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem and what it reveals about true worship. This passage highlights the importance of holiness, obedience, and reverence in approaching God, showing us that worship is not about outward performance but about the posture of our hearts.

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells unpacks Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 9:6–8 and reminds us that discipleship is impossible without generosity. Using the metaphor of sowing and reaping, he shows how our giving reflects our trust in God and our love for Him. True generosity isn’t about obligation but joy—because God loves a cheerful giver. Through Scripture, stories, and personal testimony, we’re...

In this message from Colossians 4:12-13, Pastor Jeff Wells explores what it means to pray with passion, persistence, and power. Through the example of Epaphras—who prayed fervently and frequently for his people—we learn why prayer is the “real work” of ministry and how God moves when His people seek Him wholeheartedly. Discover why extraordinary prayer is the key to revival, personal transformatio...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells shares the heart behind the Prepare Initiative at WoodsEdge. Together, we look at what God is calling us to—loving Jesus passionately, journeying together as a church family, and bringing hope to our city and the world. With plans for new children’s spaces, a 24/7 prayer chapel, church planting across Houston, and ministry expansion, this vision is about far more...

In this message, Pastor John Lodwick walks through Psalm 77, showing us that when life feels overwhelming and God seems absent, the only way forward is through it—with His help. The psalmist begins with raw cries and complaints but ultimately remembers the unshakable character of God and His unseen presence. This message points us to Christ, the perfect example who carried us through the greatest...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells walks through Psalm 96—a call to “declare God’s glory among the nations.” From Jesus’ words in John 4, we learn that God is seeking worshippers—hearts captivated by His greatness and love. True worship is more than singing; it’s living every part of life for His glory. And when we see His worth, we long for all peoples to know and worship Him. Psalm 96 reveals Go...

In this message, Pastor Jeff Wells walks through Psalm 63, written by David while fleeing for his life. Despite heartbreak and danger, David cries out with deep passion: “My soul thirsts for you.” Jeff explores how our longing for God is most powerful in the desert seasons—when we feel broken, weary, or desperate.