1 - Prologue
Woodlands Church
Pastor Jon begins a new series in Revelation by unpacking the prologue (Revelation 1:1–8), reframing the book as a divine "revelation" rather than a doomsday prediction. He highlights three characteristics of the Triune God—the Father who is constant, the Spirit who is perfect, and the Son who is the faithful witness—and reminds the church that we are loved, freed from sin, and made priests in God's kingdom. This message calls believers to take the book to heart, live with expectancy, and be ready for the certain return of Christ.
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2 - Know His Name
Woodlands Church
In week two of Woodlands Church's vision series, Pastor Jon tackles real questions from the congregation about the call to multiply healthy churches in central Wisconsin. He addresses concerns about volunteer needs, financial stewardship, and how decisions are being made—clarifying that while the direction is clear, many details remain open to prayer and discernment. Drawing from James 1:5 and Philippians 3:8-10, Jon challenges the church to be "all in" now, using their time, talents, and treasures not merely to fill roles but to know Christ more deeply through service and generosity.
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4 - No Longer Dead, but Alive
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On Easter, Pastor Jon opens Ephesians 2:1–10 to name the brutal reality—apart from Christ we’re “dead” in trespasses and sins—and the even greater turning point: “But God,” rich in mercy, makes us alive with Jesus. The message traces how sin is both a willful crossing of the line and a repeated “missing the mark,” then lands on grace as a gift, not a paycheck. And it ends with purpose: those raised with Christ become God’s workmanship—living displays of His mercy, love, and kindness.
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3 - No Longer Old, but Made New
Woodlands Church
In this Palm Sunday message from the “No Longer” series, Pastor Jon opens 2 Corinthians 5:14–21 (with 5:17 at the center) to show that the gospel doesn’t make you a slightly improved version of yourself—it makes you a new creation. Tracing the Spirit’s transforming “metamorphosis” (2 Corinthians 3:15–18), he names what changes when the old passes away: a new motive controlled by Christ’s love, a new focus where Christ—not self—sits at the center, and a new purpose as ambassadors entrusted with the ministry of reconciliation.
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2 - No Longer Lost, But Found
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Continuing the “No Longer” series, this message centers on Luke 15 and the promise that we are no longer lost, but found. Jesus’ parables of the lost sheep and lost coin picture God’s pursuit and the joy in heaven over one sinner who repents. In the prodigal son, Pastor Jon traces what it feels like to be lost—losing your way, identity, and sense of relationship—and highlights the Father’s compassion, restoration, and the scandal of grace that isn’t transactional.
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1 - No Longer Slaves, But Free
Woodlands Church
In the new No Longer series leading to Easter, Pastor Dave traces a hard tension: Scripture says we’re “no longer slaves” to sin—so why do so many Jesus-followers still feel trapped? From Luke 23’s darkness and the torn temple curtain to Paul’s language of dying with Christ in Romans 6 (with Galatians 5:1), the message frames the cross as victory that doesn’t just forgive sin but breaks sin’s power. Then it turns practical—showing how gospel clarity about identity, honest confession (James 5), and life in community become the tools Christ gives to walk in that freedom.
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8 - The Storm
Woodlands Church
Continuing Acts, this message follows Paul’s journey to Rome in Acts 27:1–26 and the violent storm that drives the ship far off course. The sermon connects Paul’s experience to our own storms: feeling lost, doing everything possible to keep it together, and taking real losses that must be grieved well. It highlights the need for “traveling companions” like Luke and Aristarchus, and anchors hope in God’s faithfulness—present with the brokenhearted and committed to His plan even when all hope feels abandoned.
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7 - Festus for the Rest of Us
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In Acts 25–26, Paul’s case moves from Festus to a hearing with King Agrippa II and Bernice. The message looks closely at these historical figures—their backgrounds, wounds, and hidden brokenness—and shows how Paul presents the gospel through his own past, his encounter with Jesus, and his hope in the resurrection. It culminates in Paul’s desire that they might become as he is—free—“except for these chains,” alongside the promise of being a “new creation” (2 Cor. 5:17).
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6 - Felix's Court
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Continuing Woodlands’ Acts series, this message follows Paul into a courtroom in Acts 24 before Governor Felix. A lawyer, Tertullus, brings charges of sedition, rebellion, and desecrating the temple, but Paul answers with respectful clarity: the accusations can’t be proved, and the real issue is the resurrection and “the Way.” Echoing Jesus’ words in Luke 21, the trial becomes a witness. Felix later calls for Paul to speak, and Paul reasons about righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment—even as political pressure leaves Paul imprisoned.
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5 - The Conspiracy
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In Acts 23:12–35, more than forty men form a deadly conspiracy to kill Paul. Pastor Jon Ewton unpacks the dangers of self-deception, warning against echo chambers and rushing to conclusions. As the truth comes to light, God protects Paul through unexpected means and reminds us to test our feelings and fears against Scripture. This message also highlights God’s sovereignty—using hardship and opposition to position Paul for gospel witness before powerful leaders.
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