WoodsEdge Community Church: Recent Episodes
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Who is our “Blood”? Who do we turn to when we need that perfect defender, rescuer, big brother? This song and this sermon answers those questions.
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Pastor Jeff continues in the Book of Ephesians and challenges us to be humble people who seek unity.
Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and powerfully encourages us to pray like Paul prays in Chapter 3.
How do we respond to God in times of suffering? Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians to remind us that no matter what, The Lord is sovereign and we can approach Him with boldness.
Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and explains the importance & meaning of the church.
Pastor Jeff challenges us to view the issue of immigration and refugees in a Christian, biblical perspective.
Guest preacher Justin Stone explains how we have been freed from the slavery of sin and how now our true Master calls for us to listen and obey.
Pastor Jeff continues in the Book of Ephesians and shows us how Jesus brought together the Jews and Gentiles and how urges us to be unified as the Church.
Pastor Jeff continues in the Book of Ephesians and urges us towards unity as a group of believers and encourages us to engage in the work of the Church.
Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and teaches on how God has reconciled us to himself, and now we are now able to reconcile with others.
Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and encourages us to remember how Christ has saved us and challenges us to respond as a lover and worshiper.
Lead Student Pastor, Justin Ulmer, shares his story and encourages us to have one prayer going into the new year.
If we want to understand God, we look to Christ. Pastor Jeff continues in the Book of John and points us towards the glory of Christ.
Pastor Jeff begins to prepare our hearts for Christmas as he explores the glory and majesty of Christ.
Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians by highlighting one of the strongest passages about salvation. We are reminded that it is only through the gift grace that we walk in the good gifts prepared for us.
Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and reminds us of the immense and immeasurable love of God.
Guest Preacher, Kristian Rose, explains adoption as a central message of the Gospel. Those who are in Christ were once orphans and now are adopted through Jesus. Kristian explains how we are to be a part of bringing the Kingdom of God here and now...
Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and explores the greatness of God's grace in light of our sin.
Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and looks at how great the power of the Resurrection is and how it transforms us.
Pastor Jeff continues in the Book of Ephesians and through Paul's prayer to the church of Ephesus, he teaches us how we pray for those we love.
Pastor Jeff continues in the Book of Ephesians and calls the Church to desperate prayer to the Lord.
Guest Preacher Stephen Crawford visits the often overlooked commandment of "thou shall not covet..." and how this commandment exposes our need for contentment.
Pastor Jeff continues in Ephesians and points us towards who we truly are and where we get our identity.
In Christ, we have redemption. Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and reminds us that we are set free from the slavery of sin and through Christ we are made holy and blameless.
We are chosen and adopted by love and grace of God. Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Ephesians and reveals how our identity of adoption changes the way we view ourselves and God.
Pastor Jeff launches into the book of Ephesians by encouraging us to realize and embrace our identity in Christ.
With the 15 year anniversary of the attacks of 9/11, guest preacher Kristian Rose examines what God says about who to fear, and how we should respond to fear.
Marriage can tough and with the stakes of marriage being so high, we can all improve our marriage. Pastor Jeff leads us through eight intentional traits of a great marriage.
Pastor Jeff concludes the Book of Exodus by exploring the presence of God on earth and how He leads us to obedience.
This week Pastor Jeff digs into Exodus where the traits of God are revealed and we see that a majority of them refer to His goodness. Our view of God is the most important thing about us. Once we choose to let go and allow this grace and goodness...
The real glory of God is not primarily seen in the spectacular, miraculous, and powerful. But it is seen in His goodness, tenderness, forgiveness, and grace. Pastor Jeff invites us to pray like Moses did. Let us not forget what it's like to...
Moses had the heart of an intercessor. He poured out his heart for God's people continually. His conversations with God were characterized by vulnerability, authenticity, and honesty. What if our prayer looked like this? Pastor Jeff uses Moses as...
How do we become the salt and light of the world in a divided world? Guest preacher Dr. Chris Williamson brings a challenging message on racial division in the United States. Dr. Chris Williamson is committed to experiencing, explaining, and expanding...
Guest speaker Ivan Bychkov gives a refreshing perspective on the teaching in the book of Ecclesiastes. We were never meant for lives of vanity. There is no joy in that. God commands us to live in joy, no matter what is going on in the world or our...
The way of foolishness is the way of Jesus. Often times our lives make sense to the world and are rational. Jesus has called us to be fully devoted to Him without fear of how our lives and decisions may appear to those who don't know Him...
We can either work for God's glory or our own. Often times we can get lost in the struggle of work and lose sight of the gift of work. Guest Preacher Kristian Rose explains how work is an opportunity for worship and is for a greater purpose.
We are fully known and by some miracle still fully loved. This is the truth of God's love for humanity. This is a message worth carrying. How drastically would our view of our marriages change if we began embracing the belief that they are living...
We are all still in the process of learning how to love others well. Our children especially, long to feel noticed and loved unconditionally. This is the greatest gift a parent can give. Pastor Jeff reminds us of ten simple, perspective-altering...
What if we chose to reorient our way of viewing the 10 Commandments as a set of rules, and instead as a gift that allows us to grasp a better understanding of God's nature and character? They are a gift that gives us a picture of how to live life...
The two most important things we can know is who God is and who we are. God tenderly loves us and wants us to know how He sees us. If we are in Christ, then God sees us through the blood of Jesus. Pastor Jeff continues in the Book of Exodus and shows...
In the book of Exodus, the Israelites had a pattern of complaining and grumbling against God. Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Exodus and reveals God's command to not complain to Him, but rather to call out to Him in humble trust.
God doesn't bless us and show us favor because of who we are or what we do, but because of who He is. It's not because of what we have done, but because of what He has done. Guest Preacher, Taylor Ince, joins us to remind us that God uses us...
The basic command of our faith is to love the Lord with all your heart. As parents, we are called to be an example of loving God with all our heart, to be the person God has called us to be and to seize teachable moments with your kids. Pastor Jeff...
God is looking for worshipers who are in wonder of Him and praise Him with their lives and lips. Pastor Jeff challenges and encourages us to be all-in worshipers of God in all ways of our lives.
Guest preacher Charles from Malawi joins us and challenges us to continue on in the Great Commission.
God is a global God. He has a heart for ALL nations and people. God calls us to have a global perspective and heart for all people. Pastor Jeff leads us through the heart of WoodsEdge for the world and challenges us to open our hearts to a larger...
Why do we go the heartaches of life? God wants to show himself strong to rescue and protect. Pastor Jeff continues in the Book of Exodus with the crossing of the Red Sea and shows us the power of God to rescue His people.
The resurrection of Jesus means that we have hope of new life and that the Gospel is worth investing our whole lives into. Pastor Jeff celebrates Easter by showing the power of the resurrection.
Sometimes, life doesn't turnout the way we want it to be. In those times, the Lord calls us back to his Word. Pastor Jeff begins to prepare us for Easter and shows how the Word of God is the only place to turn in times of difficulty.
Passover is a celebration to remember God rescuing us from the slavery of sin. Through Communion, we remember the Lamb of God, the sacrifice that was made and the New Covenant made through Jesus. Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Exodus and reminds...
God is a warrior for His people. Throughout Scripture and our own lives, we see God's heart to rescue us when we face overwhelming problems. Pastor Jeff unpacks God's heart to rescue in the Book of Exodus.
Hardships and trials are not a surprise when following the call of God. Whether in our job, life or ministry, suffering is a guaranteed part of the experience. Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Exodus and teaches principles from the life of Moses...
Teaching from Psalm 1, guest speaker Steven Crawford shares the importance of abiding in God and treasuring His word in our daily lives. If we long to see fruit in our lives, abiding in God is absolutely key.
When God calls us to obey Him, the answer for the disciple is always yes. Pastor Jeff shares the story of Moses being called by God to free the Israelites from Pharaoh's rule. God calls and equips normal everyday people for ministry, not based...
During the midst of our afflictions, the Lord sees, hears and knows what we are going through. Even though He is the most high and most holy, He is still with us in all things. Pastor Jeff continues in the book of Exodus and shows that what God said...
Although we live in times that are troubled, the Lord's blessing is still upon us. We are called to respond with courage and compassion to the issues we face knowing that God is at work. Pastor Jeff begins in the book of Exodus as he explores the...
Sharing your faith can be an intimidating idea to many people. Often times our fear comes from the difficulty of explaining your faith clearly. Pastor Jeff equips us with an easy and effective tool for praying for the people around you and sharing...
What do you want from 2016? As we enter the new year, we are often met with expectations, goals, and dreams for the coming year. Guest preacher George Verwer guides us through seven different words that will kickstart our way into 2016.
Jesus was not just another man. His mission was to save us from our sins and welcome us into His Kingdom. Pastor Jeff shares the Christmas story through the eyes of Joseph in Matthew 1: 18-25.
God is savior of flawed people with messing backgrounds and pasts. God's grace trumps our sin and we are given grace. Pastor Jeff discusses the beginning of Matthew and how God uses messiness and the unexpected.
Knowing and loving God is the greatest privilege of human life. Time alone with the Lord is an incredible opportunity that is often ignored or deemed inconvenient. If we are serious about knowing God, loving God and being close with God, then we will...
When Jesus died, the curtain of the temple was torn in two. With the curtain torn, the barrier between us and God was gone. Pastor Jeff Continues in the Gospel of Luke by challenging believers to stand with Jesus despite any opposition, and to trust...
On the cross, Jesus shows his heart for forgiveness & mercy as he responds the plead of the thief. All the thief has was faith in Jesus to save him and that is all we need as well. Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke and explains that like...
The ultimate reason behind the death of Jesus wasn't the fear and jealousy of the Jews or the cowardice of Pilate. The ultimate reason behind the death of Jesus was the love of the Father. Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke by walking...
In the Gard of Gethsemane, Jesus demonstrates a model of honest, vulnerable prayer. Praying through unbearable pain, Jesus prays with surrender and passion, Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke with a cry out to believers to pray earnestly,
Where is there a need you can meet? Jesus calls us to live beyond ourselves. In our natural state, we vie for position, prestige, etc, but Jesus shows us a way to true greatness. Through being a servant and focusing on the needs of others, we begin to...
The Lord's Supper is the moment where Jesus introduces the celebration of communion. Communion calls us to remembrance of the Gospel and the New Covenant. Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke and leads us to rediscover the significance and...
God's journey is measured in chapters, not levels. What chapter are you in & what has God given you to possess? Guest Preacher Justin Stone walks us through a history of the Hebrew people and how our walk is a parallel with their story.
Prayer is the real work. We are called to be people of prayer and for our church to be a house of prayer. Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke and challenges believers to be fully devoted to prayer.
Guest preacher Kristian Rose challenges the people of God to love with compassion to fight against the evil's of the world. God's healing to the world comes from a compassion that requires sacrifice and moves from pity to action.
We are called to use our gifts and resources to serve God, but often times we serve ourselves. The way we perceive God directly influences how we serve Him. Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke with The Parable of the Three Servants, and...
What is the heart and center of your life? Idolatry can take shape in many different ways, but the love of money is widespread in our culture. Through the story of the Rich Young Ruler, Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke and challenges us to...
Our attitude on prayer exposes the way we view God. Prayer should be persistent, fervent and a delight. Through the parable of the widow and the judge, Pastor Jeff guides us to see how God interacts with us and we interact with God through prayer.
The parable of Pharisee & the Tax Collector paints a contrasting picture between pride and humility. Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke by challenging believers to be aware and vigilant against the sin of pride.
Jesus tells his followers that the Kingdom of God is already here but also still coming. Pastor Jeff continues in the Gospel of Luke by exploring the implications of this tension and how it changes the way we live.
Gratitude and thanksgiving are an essential discipline of all believers and a daily obedience. Pastor Jeff continues in his series in the Gospel of Luke with a charge to practice a life of honest and authentic thanksgiving to God.
Guest speaker Ben Rush unpacks Apostle Paul's call to clothe yourself in humility and to humble yourself before God. Grace is given to the humble, and in our weakness, God is glorified.
Guest Preacher Stephen Crawford unpacks The Apostle Paul’s challenge to love Jesus with “love incorruptible.” This type of love requires that we place our affections and allegiances on Christ. Furthermore, incorruptible love for Christ is only...
Pastor Jeff gives a biblical response to the recent Supreme Court ruling regarding same sex marriage. Our nation's greatest challenges are not political, they are spiritual. As the church, we are called to lead with love, reject fear and trust...
Don Soula examines the nature of God by contrasting the stories of Elimelch and Boaz. We find two characters with different motivations. And we find a God who is slow to become angry, quick to forgive and overflowing with truth and grace.
Guest preacher Mike DiStefano gives a call to seek first God's Kingdom and his righteousness. Above all else, focus on the Kingdom of God.
Obedience is our life's call as servants of God, our daily duty. To serve God is to obey God. Pastor Jeff continues in his series in the Gospel of Luke with a charge to pursue a life of obedience and forgiveness.
Walking in our identity is central to our faith. Jeb Kolby shares what it looks like to take God at his word and trust him completely. Doing this revolutionizes our everyday lives as we bring God's Kingdom to earth.
Jesus made it clear that wealth is no sign of God's approval. We face two eternal alternatives, and the key is to believe in Jesus only for our rescue. The stakes are so high.
There is a huge gap between what we believe and what we do. The kingdom of God comes as we live on mission in community, walk in God's power, and respond to Him without timid hesitation.
As we spread God's Kingdom and seek change, we will encounter resistance: from public opinion, from our own feelings of fear, even from family. Jesus always gives us the steps to follow so that we can keep moving forward.
Money is a powerful tool, and God wants us to handle it with wisdom and practicality. It is, after all, His money, intended to be managed to express generosity to those He loves.
Raising a family, it is easy to stay busy with good things. But we cannot breathe life into our loved ones if we have not first let God breathe into us, and that happens as we spend time with Him in worship and intimacy.
Jesus is not looking merely for converts, but for disciples who will follow Him in all circumstances. Do I allow my family ties, my possessions, my surroundings to distract me from full dedication to Jesus?
As representatives of the bountiful love of Jesus, we should learn to be generous without expecting recognition or reward. The all-in servant of Jesus lives for the next world and the approval of the Father.
At WoodsEdge, our worship and love for Jesus is paramount. That love leads us to serve others, both within and outside our walls, spreading both good words and good deeds. Pastor Jeff shares many of the exciting ministries that God has established...
The heart of the Father is to love the lost, even when I am lost in self-righteous religious complacency. It is time to check my heart: am I critical, judgmental, performing? Have I missed grace? Pastor Jeff studies in Luke 15: 25-32.
The story of the Prodigal Son is the ultimate picture of how God loves His children. No matter what we've done or how badly we've messed up, His is a heart of grace and forgiveness. Pastor Jeff shares an Easter message from Luke 5: 11-24...
Nothing is as crucial as seeing God as He really is: a God of relentless affection who pursues the lost and celebrates when they are found. Pastor Jeff studies in Luke 15: 1-10.
No one exemplifies humility like Jesus, the eternal Son of God who demonstrated infinite love by stepping down into our world and taking the low place. Are we ready to lie low, avoid attention and simply glorify Jesus? Pastor Jeff studies three...
Followers of Jesus will open their arms wide to the broken and needy, those who are different, because the freedom of Christ has made them free to love without arrogance or hypocrisy. Pastor Jeff studies three movements in Luke 13: 10-30.
A disciple of Jesus is one who chooses daily to spend time with Him, in the miraculous and the mundane, in the cheerful and the challenging, and to be a changed person as a result. Randy Youngling studies from Matt 4:19.
No person I meet on the street is a mere mortal. Every single one is loved by God, sought by Jesus, and destined for eternity. The gospel will raise controversy, even split families; but I must stand with Jesus and demonstrate His love. Pastor Jeff...
Jesus said He would return, and the Bible regularly tells us to be prepared, even though we don't know when He will arrive. Am I living differently, in light of His coming? Pastor Jeff studies in Luke 12: 35-48.
God will do great things through us, no matter what failings or personal defects we carry, no matter what messes we make. That is because His radical grace and mercy make all the difference. George Verwer, founder of Operation Mobilization, shares...
Guest preacher Ernie Frey gives a picture of discipleship in the context of a family, and a challenge to remain passionately committed to loving Jesus.
When we allow worry to strangle our peace, we are forgetting our worth and security in the eyes of our Father. If we trust Him, we are free to be generous, free from the trap of anxiety. Pastor Jeff studies in Luke 12:22-34.
I may not think I have a problem with greed, but my behavior and choices may say otherwise. Is my worth in God, or in my accumulated possessions? Pastor Jeff calls us to freedom and generosity in Luke 12:13-21.
If we walk honestly and rest in God's deep grace and loving provision, we need fear no one else, and God's Spirit will give us the very words to say as we speak up for Him. Pastor Jeff studies in Luke 12:1-12.