5 - Weeding the Garden
Woodlands Church
Join us for an enlightening sermon from Pastor Jon Ewton at Woodlands Church as we continue our series "Planting," exploring the pivotal moments in the early church as depicted in the book of Acts. In this episode, we dive deep into Acts 15, a watershed moment that addresses the core question: What is the gospel? Pastor Jon unpacks the challenges faced by the early believers as they grappled with the implications of adding to or subtracting from the pure message of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. Through engaging illustrations and thought-provoking insights, he emphasizes the...
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4 - The Harvest Festival
Woodlands Church
Join us for the fourth sermon in our “Planting” series, where we delve into Acts 14:21-28. Pastor Jon shares a heartfelt message about the importance of nurturing the spiritual harvest. Drawing parallels from a personal deer hunting experience, we explore how Paul and Barnabas returned to strengthen and establish churches despite facing immense challenges. Discover practical ways to care for and enjoy the harvest, and be inspired to live a life sent by God. Don’t miss this encouraging and uplifting sermon!
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3 - A Cycle of Growth
Woodlands Church
In this third part of the “Planting” series, Pastor Dave draws parallels between gardening and spiritual growth, emphasizing the patience and planning required for both. He explores the consistent patterns in Paul and Barnabas’s church planting efforts in Acts 14, highlighting how these patterns reflect our own spiritual journeys. The sermon underscores the centrality of the gospel, the role of miracles in affirming faith, and the importance of humility in the face of misunderstandings. Ultimately, Pastor Dave encourages believers to find their unique mission and grow towards spiritual...
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2 - The Soil
Woodlands Church
Join us for an inspiring message from Pastor Jon at Woodlands Church as we dive into the book of Acts! In this week's sermon, we explore Paul's bold missionary journey, the significance of sowing seeds of faith, and the powerful responses to the Gospel. Discover how history, the prophets, and eyewitness accounts all point to Jesus, and learn how the condition of our hearts can affect our relationship with Him. Whether you're curious about faith or looking to deepen your understanding, this message is for you! Don't forget to check out our website for more resources and sermon notes. Let's grow...
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1 - Planting
Woodlands Church
Join us for an inspiring new series at Woodlands Church as Pastor Dave dives back into the Book of Acts! Over the next seven weeks, we’ll explore the early church's journey of faith and growth, starting with Acts 13. Discover how God plants His church through faithful individuals and the local church community. With special insights from Tim Gremmer’s garden, we’ll draw parallels between gardening and spiritual growth. Witness the boldness of Paul and Barnabas as they embark on their missionary journey, face challenges, and see lives transformed by the gospel. This message is a powerful...
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6 - Step In to Community
Woodlands Church
In this video, Pastor Jon wraps up the "Step In" sermon series at Woodlands Church, focusing on the importance of community in our lives. He discusses how we are designed for relationships, drawing from biblical examples and emphasizing the need for accountable, supportive, and encouraging relationships within the church. Whitney, the group's life director, joins him to discuss barriers to community involvement and the transformative power of authentic relationships. Join us for this insightful message on building a healthy community rooted in faith!
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5 - Step In to Generations
Woodlands Church
In this inspiring sermon, Jon emphasizes the importance of intergenerational relationships within the church community. Jon highlights the unique contributions of each generation, from the Silent Generation to Gen Alpha, and stresses the need for mutual teaching, serving, and respect among all ages. Through personal anecdotes and biblical references, he illustrates how different generations can learn from one another and work together to fulfill the mission of making disciples. Join us as we explore how to strengthen our church family and foster meaningful connections across generations!
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4 - Step In To The Mission
Woodlands Church
Join us for an inspiring sermon by Pastor Jon at Woodlands Church as he delves into the importance of understanding and embracing our mission as followers of Christ. Building on the series theme, Jon emphasizes the significance of being a Christ-centered community dedicated to helping people faithfully follow Jesus both locally and globally. Through powerful illustrations and biblical references, including Matthew 28:18-20 and Hebrews 12:2, Jon challenges us to actively participate in making disciples and living out our faith in our homes, communities, and around the world. Don’t miss this...
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3 - Step In to Sunday Services
Woodlands Church
Join Pastor Jon as he continues the "Step In" series, focusing on the importance of worship and personal growth within the church community. He emphasizes the need for deep spiritual roots and encourages attendees to take "courageous baby steps" towards growth, especially for those who may have experienced church hurt. The message explores the significance of worshiping with all one's heart, using the biblical example of King David bringing the Ark of the Covenant into his home. Pastor Jon also highlights the collaborative process behind Sunday services, detailing how the church team prepares...
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2- Step In To Growth
Woodlands Church
Join us for this week's sermon, where Pastor Dave continues the "Step In" series, inviting listeners to take intentional steps into the life of the church. He explores the importance of growth within the church community, emphasizing that numerical growth without depth can lead to spiritual stagnation. Drawing from Ephesians 4, Pastor Dave discusses how serving, learning, and gathering in community are essential for spiritual maturity. He highlights various opportunities for involvement at Woodlands Church, encouraging everyone to engage deeply in their faith journey. Tune in for insights on...
info_outlineIn this week's sermon at Woodlands Church, Pastor Dave dives into Ruth chapter 3, exploring themes of risk, faith, and the quest for rest through the lens of Ruth and Naomi's journey. He discusses the tension of making life-altering decisions without knowing the outcome and emphasizes the importance of trusting in God's plan. As Ruth takes a bold step to seek a redeemer in Boaz, the message highlights how walking with a faithful God empowers us to take righteous risks. Join us as we reflect on how these biblical principles apply to our own lives and the steps we can take in faith. Don't forget to check out the sermon notes and more information at woodlandschurch.org!