Pastor Jon Ewton unpacks 1 Peter 3:8-20, offering practical guidance for living as "chosen exiles." The sermon emphasizes cultivating unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind within the church. Listeners are challenged to bless those who revile them and to live lives that reflect the Gospel in their daily interactions. Pastor Jon also stresses the importance of being prepared to articulate the hope they have in Christ Jesus with gentleness and respect, as well as to follow Christ's example of suffering. He approaches the difficult passage in 1 Peter 3:19-20 with humility, providing insight into studying challenging passages of the Bible.

Join Pastor Jon Ewton this Easter at Woodlands Church as he dives into the vital importance of authenticity in our faith. Through the stories of the thief on the cross, doubting Thomas, and Mary Magdalene, Pastor Jon demonstrates how Jesus welcomed real, flawed individuals into relationship with Him.

This message challenges us to discard the "fake" personas we often present and instead embrace honesty about our struggles: our sin, our doubts, and our pain. True freedom and healing are found not in pretending, but in coming to Jesus exactly as we are. Learn how to cultivate genuine connection with Christ and experience the transformative power of the resurrection in your own life.

Pastor Dave Bondeson unpacks the meaning of Jesus' crucifixion in the third installment of our "One Day" Easter series. This message delves into the emotions of those who witnessed the crucifixion, the weight of Jesus being rejected and forsaken, and the ultimate victory won through His sacrifice.

Discover the four essential realities of the cross: Jesus was rejected, Jesus was forsaken, the work of Jesus is finished, and Jesus was faithful. Learn how the cross saves us, gives us confidence, provides a model for living, and restores us to relationship with God. This sermon offers a deeper understanding of the cross and its enduring impact on our lives.