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Welcome to Woody! This week, we continue our series through Revelation by looking at Jesus' letter to the church in Pergamum (Revelation 2:12–17). It was a church living in a difficult environment, surrounded by pressure, compromise, and competing voices. Yet Jesus begins with a beautiful reminder: "I know where you live." He sees their struggles, knows their circumstances, and comme...

Welcome to Woody! Life isn't always easy, and following Jesus can sometimes bring pressure, uncertainty, or even suffering. In this message from Revelation 2:8-11, we look at Jesus' letter to the church in Smyrna—a group of believers who remained faithful even in difficult circumstances. Through their story, we're reminded that Jesus sees our struggles, knows our fears, and walks with...

Welcome to Woody! Can it be possible to stay busy serving God while slowly drifting away from Him? In this message from Revelation 2:1–7, we explore Jesus' words to the church in Ephesus—a church that was faithful, hardworking, and committed to truth, yet had quietly lost its first love. It's a powerful reminder that God isn't only interested in what we do for Him, but in the relationship we have...

Welcome to Woody! What do you do when life feels impossible? When fear, uncertainty, or overwhelming circumstances leave you wondering how you'll get through? In this message, we explore the name of God as Almighty and look at three powerful Bible stories that remind us of who He is. From Moses and the Israelites standing before the Red Sea, to Abraham and Sarah waiting for God's promise,...

Welcome to Woody! Revelation can feel mysterious, overwhelming, and full of strange imagery — but what if it’s actually a book of hope, encouragement, and a deeper revelation of who Jesus really is? In this message, we begin our new series in Revelation by exploring Revelation 1:9–20 and John’s powerful vision of the risen Jesus. Through vivid imagery and striking symbolism, we’re invited to see J...

Welcome to Woody! In a world full of uncertainty, anxiety, and constant noise, where do we turn when life feels overwhelming? In this message from Revelation 1:4–8, we explore how the book of Revelation is not ultimately about fear, mystery, or trying to predict the future — it is a revelation of Jesus. Through uncertainty, conflict, personal struggles, and unanswered questions, we are invited to...

Welcome to Woody! The book of Revelation can feel confusing, intimidating, or even frightening — but what if it’s actually an invitation into hope? In this opening message of our new Revelation series, we explore the first few verses of Revelation 1 and discover that this book is not meant to create fear, but faith. Together, we look at why Revelation matters, what it reveals about Jesus, and how...

Welcome to Woody! What do you do when life feels uncertain and you’re not sure you have enough? In this week’s message, we explore the story of the widow’s oil in 2 Kings 4:1–7 and discover a powerful reminder that God sees our needs and cares deeply about the details of our lives. Through the story of Elisha, a desperate widow, and a jar that never seemed to run dry, we reflect on what it means t...

Welcome to Woody!   In this message, we come to the conclusion of the book ofJude—a short but powerful letter that speaks into the confusion of our world today. With so many voices competing for our attention, it can be hard to know what’s true. Jude encourages us to “remember the truth” (Jude 1:17–21) and stay grounded in something that doesn’t change, even when everything else does.  This talk e...

Welcome to Woody! In this message, we begin exploring the book of Jude—a short but powerful letter that invites us to think about what it really means to hold onto faith in everyday life. Jude 1:1–16 reminds us that faith isn’t just something we believe in our heads, but something that shapes how we live. Using relatable images—like protecting something valuable or recognising truth in a confusing...

Welcome to Woody! This Easter message invites us to rediscover a story many of us think we already know—but perhaps haven’t fully experienced. Using the word “EASTER” as a guide, we journey through the excitement of Palm Sunday, the awe of Jesus’ teaching, the significance of the Last Supper, and the reality of the cross. It doesn’t shy away from the pain and confusion of that moment—but it also d...

Welcome to Woody! ❤️ What if real change didn’t come from big moments… but from small, consistent steps? In this message, we wrap up our Vision series with “One Step at a Time” — a practical and encouraging call to live out the kind of church we’ve been exploring together. Rooted in Acts 2:42–47, we’re reminded of the early church’s devotion to God, to one another, and to a shared life that reflec...

Welcome to Woody! ❤️ What does it really mean to belong to a church — not just attend one? In this message, Pastor Josh explores the heart behind living “Better Together” as part of Woody’s vision. Rooted in Acts 2, we’re reminded that the early church wasn’t a place people simply showed up to — it was a family where people were known, supported, and deeply connected. Through honest questions and...

Welcome to Woody! 🙏 What would it look like if we truly lived with open hands toward God? In this message, Annabel explores the fourth part of Woody’s vision: Open Hands — a church marked by a deep devotion to prayer and a hunger to see the Holy Spirit at work among us. Rooted in 1 Thessalonians 5:17–19 and the example of the early church in Acts 2, we’re reminded that prayer is not just a religi...

Welcome to Woody! ❤️ What does it really mean to have an open heart? In a world that encourages comfort, independence, and keeping our lives private, the gospel invites us into something deeper — a life of discipleship, generosity, and transformation. In this message, we explore the third part of Woody’s vision: Open Hearts. Rooted in Acts 2 and Ephesians 5, we’re reminded that discipleship is not...

Welcome to Woody! What would it look like if the church was known not just for open doors — but for open homes? In this message, Stuart unpacks the second part of Woody’s vision: Open Homes. Rooted in John 13 and Romans 12, we’re reminded that biblical hospitality is not about entertaining or impressing — it’s about sacrificial, practical love. Jesus calls us to agape one another: a costly, active...

Welcome to Woody! In this audio recording from our family service we hear about the name of God, Elohim. Pastor Josh uses the story of the raising of Lazarus from the dead to illustrate what Elohim means. If this message stirs something in you, or if you’d like someone to talk to or pray with, we’d love to hear from you. Speaker: Pastor Joshua Parmar Connect with us: 🌐 https://www.woodybap.org.uk...

Welcome to Woody! What does it really mean for a church to have open doors? In this timely and challenging message, Annabel unpacks the first part of Woody’s five-year vision, rooted in Jesus’ Great Commission (Matthew 28:19–20) and the call for every believer to partner with God in sharing the good news. Through Scripture, lived experience, and the story of the early church, we’re reminded that c...

Welcome to Woody! What does a healthy church really look like? Is it a building, an event, or something much deeper? In this challenging and encouraging message from Acts 2:42–47, we’re reminded that the church is not just something we attend, but a community we belong to. Through Scripture, personal stories, and practical reflection, this message explores what it means to be a rooted, growing chu...

Welcome to Woody! In a world filled with uncertainty, conflict, and unanswered questions, where do we find hope that truly lasts? In this final message from the Book of Daniel, Pastor Josh walks us through Daniel chapter 12 — a chapter written for times like ours. As empires rise and fall, and as fear and instability dominate the headlines, God reminds His people that history is not out of control...

Welcome to Woody! History can feel chaotic — kingdoms rise and fall, leaders betray one another, and the future can seem uncertain and frightening. In this powerful and faith-strengthening message from Daniel chapter 11, Pastor Josh reminds us that God rules history, even when history looks out of control. Through one of the most detailed prophetic chapters in Scripture, we see how God revealed ce...

Welcome to Woody! As a new year begins, many of us carry questions, weariness, or a sense that something in our spiritual life feels cold or dry. In this timely and challenging message from Daniel chapter 10, Stu invites us to look beneath the surface of the world we see and recognise the reality of the spiritual battle taking place around us. Through Daniel’s experience of prayer and fasting, we’...

Welcome to Woody! Christmas often comes with pressure — perfect meals, perfect family photos, perfect memories. But what if the first Christmas wasn’t perfect at all? In this heartfelt and hope-filled message, Pastor Josh reminds us that Jesus entered a messy, noisy, imperfect world, and that’s where God’s peace showed up. Through Scripture and relatable stories, we discover that peace isn’t found...

Welcome to Woody! At Christmas, it’s easy to put on a brave face — even when inside we feel tired, broken, or hopeless. In this encouraging message, Pastor Josh explores the true meaning of hope and reminds us that God does not wait for perfection before drawing near. Through Scripture and relatable stories, we’re reminded that Jesus came as Emmanuel — God with us — entering our pain, waiting with...

Welcome to Woody! This week we continue our journey through the book of Daniel in the Old Testament. Drawing on Daniel 9, Stuart explores how Scripture can guide our prayers and inspire a heart of humility, confession, and intercession and encourages believers to pray for themselves, their church, and their communities — seeking God’s mercy, guidance, and restoration in a way that honours Him. Joi...