Northwoods Community Church

Have you ever undervalued something or thought it was worthless? What if that something turned out to be not trash but treasure? Join us as we dig into this captivating story; we'll discover what Jesus considered to be the greatest treasure of all and what our response to that treasure should be.

Have you ever undervalued something or thought it was worthless? What if that something turned out to be not trash but treasure? Join us as we dig into this captivating story; we'll discover what Jesus considered to be the greatest treasure of all and what our response to that treasure should be.

Jesus liked to use the imagery of agriculture to teach spiritual truths. In one particular story, He highlighted a common problem we all face - weeds! We all know that weeds can multiply quickly and overrun a field or yard. In the same way evil tends to spread and multiply like a weed. Why is this? And how should we respond? Let's learn about the weeds of evil in our world and what we can do about them.

Jesus liked to use the imagery of agriculture to teach spiritual truths. In one particular story, He highlighted a common problem we all face - weeds! We all know that weeds can multiply quickly and overrun a field or yard. In the same way evil tends to spread and multiply like a weed. Why is this? And how should we respond? Let's learn about the weeds of evil in our world and what we can do about them.

In Luke 18, Jesus tells a parable about a persistent widow and a weary judge who finally gives in to her pleas for justice. But is that really the picture of the Father that He wants us to take away from that story? Come and hear from guest pastor Vincent Estill as he shows us that prayer is not about how to strong-arm God but rather about how to remain in relationship with Him.

In Luke 18, Jesus tells a parable about a persistent widow and a weary judge who finally gives in to her pleas for justice. But is that really the picture of the Father that He wants us to take away from that story? Come and hear from guest pastor Vincent Estill as he shows us that prayer is not about how to strong-arm God but rather about how to remain in relationship with Him.

We are honored to have Hope Partners International with us for this special Sunday. This Christ-centered international ministry gives hope to the hopeless by rescuing children caught in the throes of extreme poverty, abuse, and abandonment. Join us as we celebrate this ministry and hear stories of God's redemptive power.

We are honored to have Hope Partners International with us for this special Sunday. This Christ-centered international ministry gives hope to the hopeless by rescuing children caught in the throes of extreme poverty, abuse, and abandonment. Join us as we celebrate this ministry and hear stories of God's redemptive power.

Deep down each of us have a God-given desire to find and fulfill the purpose of our lives. Join us as we finish out our series on the life of Elijah and discover the life-changing truth about purpose and where it's found.

Deep down each of us have a God-given desire to find and fulfill the purpose of our lives. Join us as we finish out our series on the life of Elijah and discover the life-changing truth about purpose and where it's found.

Have you ever felt defeated and depleted with nothing left to give? Even Elijah sank into despair after calling down fire from heaven. Yet in the midst of his lowest moment, God taught him a heavenly prescription for experiencing bounce backs-one that still works today. Join us as we learn how we can all experience bounce backs in our lives.

Have you ever felt defeated and depleted with nothing left to give? Even Elijah sank into despair after calling down fire from heaven. Yet in the midst of his lowest moment, God taught him a heavenly prescription for experiencing bounce backs-one that still works today. Join us as we learn how we can all experience bounce backs in our lives.

Elijah witnessed extraordinary answers to prayer in his day. In response to his prayers, Elijah saw God send fire from heaven and raise a boy from the dead. From the story of Elijah, we can recognize the building blocks of an effective prayer life and learn how to apply them in our own lives.

Elijah witnessed extraordinary answers to prayer in his day. In response to his prayers, Elijah saw God send fire from heaven and raise a boy from the dead. From the story of Elijah, we can recognize the building blocks of an effective prayer life and learn how to apply them in our own lives.

One of Elijah's greatest moments involved calling down fire from heaven. It was awe-inspiring, but the real miracle in that moment was his courage to stand for God amid a wicked king and hundreds of false prophets. Let's learn how we, too, can develop the courage to stand in the face of opposition.

One of Elijah's greatest moments involved calling down fire from heaven. It was awe-inspiring, but the real miracle in that moment was his courage to stand for God amid a wicked king and hundreds of false prophets. Let's learn how we, too, can develop the courage to stand in the face of opposition.

We are honored to have Adult & Teen Challenge with us for this special Sunday. This nationwide program offers hope, restoration, and new beginnings to those whose lives have been shattered by addiction and life-controlling issues. Join us as we celebrate this ministry and hear stories of God's redemptive power.

We are honored to have Adult & Teen Challenge with us for this special Sunday. This nationwide program offers hope, restoration, and new beginnings to those whose lives have been shattered by addiction and life-controlling issues. Join us as we celebrate this ministry and hear stories of God's redemptive power.

One of the hallmarks of Elijah's life was his deep dependence on God. Whether he was being fed by ravens or being cared for by a poor widow, Elijah trusted God at every turn. As we explore his story, let's discover how we can also deepen our dependence on God.

One of the hallmarks of Elijah's life was his deep dependence on God. Whether he was being fed by ravens or being cared for by a poor widow, Elijah trusted God at every turn. As we explore his story, let's discover how we can also deepen our dependence on God.

Elijah lived during a time when many people had turned from God and chased after lesser pursuits. Yet instead of going with the flow, he chose to swim upstream. His life demonstrates how we, too, can live with godly conviction in a world that pulls us in the opposite direction.

Elijah lived during a time when many people had turned from God and chased after lesser pursuits. Yet instead of going with the flow, he chose to swim upstream. His life demonstrates how we, too, can live with godly conviction in a world that pulls us in the opposite direction.

Relationships are always growing – we're either closer together or further apart from one another. While we won't be best friends with everyone, we can keep our relationships growing in the right direction. As we close out this series, let's discover the habits that can help us keep our hearts tender toward others.

Relationships are always growing – we're either closer together or further apart from one another. While we won't be best friends with everyone, we can keep our relationships growing in the right direction. As we close out this series, let's discover the habits that can help us keep our hearts tender toward others.

Can't we all just get along? Simple question…complicated answer. Yet, even when people make life difficult, God's Word provides a way forward that can make a difference in nearly any relationship.

Can't we all just get along? Simple question…complicated answer. Yet, even when people make life difficult, God's Word provides a way forward that can make a difference in nearly any relationship.

Not only can difficult relationships be frustrating, but they can also inflict deep pain. When we've been hurt, how we respond is of great importance. Join us as we look to God's timeless wisdom for responding well even when we've been wounded.

Not only can difficult relationships be frustrating, but they can also inflict deep pain. When we've been hurt, how we respond is of great importance. Join us as we look to God's timeless wisdom for responding well even when we've been wounded.

Join us for this special and encouraging Mother's Day message. In His Word, God tells us that He will honor His promise to us if we will honor our parents. But, what is His promise and what does honoring our parents look like? Join us as Pastor Jon will be sharing several ways that we can honor our mothers and bless them this Mother's Day.

Join us for this special and encouraging Mother's Day message. In His Word, God tells us that He will honor His promise to us if we will honor our parents. But, what is His promise and what does honoring our parents look like? Join us as Pastor Jon will be sharing several ways that we can honor our mothers and bless them this Mother's Day.

People who are not like us are often the greatest source of our anger. We've all said it: You make me so mad I could ___________! But the reality is that we are always the ones who lose when we lose our temper. Together, let's explore God's strategy for dealing with our anger in healthy ways.

People who are not like us are often the greatest source of our anger. We've all said it: You make me so mad I could ___________! But the reality is that we are always the ones who lose when we lose our temper. Together, let's explore God's strategy for dealing with our anger in healthy ways.

Let's face it – in any challenging relationship, half the problem is us! This means that before pointing fingers, we should first look in the mirror. Let's learn together about God's ways for cultivating healthy relationships by starting with evaluating ourselves.

Let's face it – in any challenging relationship, half the problem is us! This means that before pointing fingers, we should first look in the mirror. Let's learn together about God's ways for cultivating healthy relationships by starting with evaluating ourselves.

What would you say if you had just come back from the dead? Tada! or how about Surprise!? Yet, when Jesus stepped out of the tomb, his first words weren't exclamations or even emphatic declarations, they were questions — questions that cut straight to the heart of our human experience. This Easter, let's uncover how the questions that Jesus asked after his resurrection provide life changing answers for every season of our lives!

What would you say if you had just come back from the dead? Tada! or how about Surprise!? Yet, when Jesus stepped out of the tomb, his first words weren't exclamations or even emphatic declarations, they were questions — questions that cut straight to the heart of our human experience. This Easter, let's uncover how the questions that Jesus asked after his resurrection provide life changing answers for every season of our lives!

Some barriers seem impossible to cross – cultural divides, religious traditions, and political affiliations. But God is in the business of breaking down walls, inviting us to partner with him in reaching those we might see as outsiders. Let's discover how his grace empowers us to reach beyond these barriers and extend his love to everyone.

Some barriers seem impossible to cross – cultural divides, religious traditions, and political affiliations. But God is in the business of breaking down walls, inviting us to partner with him in reaching those we might see as outsiders. Let's discover how his grace empowers us to reach beyond these barriers and extend his love to everyone.

There's no way around it – reaching others for Christ will require bold steps of obedience that take us beyond what feels safe or even familiar. Let's learn how we can let faith win out over our fear even when God calls us to approach those we might least expect.

There's no way around it – reaching others for Christ will require bold steps of obedience that take us beyond what feels safe or even familiar. Let's learn how we can let faith win out over our fear even when God calls us to approach those we might least expect.

What if reaching others is less about having the perfect argument or well-thought-out strategy? What if it starts with something as simple – and powerful – as listening? Join us as we explore how staying attuned to God and what he is doing in those around us can open the door to a life-changing encounter.

What if reaching others is less about having the perfect argument or well-thought-out strategy? What if it starts with something as simple – and powerful – as listening? Join us as we explore how staying attuned to God and what he is doing in those around us can open the door to a life-changing encounter.

Reaching and winning others for Christ starts in the mind - what we do is determined by what we think. To start off this series, let's dive into how we can embrace a mindset that begins with understanding and adaptability while staying true to the message of the gospel.

Reaching and winning others for Christ starts in the mind - what we do is determined by what we think. To start off this series, let's dive into how we can embrace a mindset that begins with understanding and adaptability while staying true to the message of the gospel.

If money is the #1 competitor for our hearts, then how do we flip the script and let it bring us closer to God? Let's explore what Jesus had to say about how we can align our hearts with his purposes and priorities.

If money is the #1 competitor for our hearts, then how do we flip the script and let it bring us closer to God? Let's explore what Jesus had to say about how we can align our hearts with his purposes and priorities.

What if how we handle money impacts more than just our bank account? Jesus once told a powerful story that revealed how money shapes our wallets and the things that matter most — our hearts and our relationship with God.

What if how we handle money impacts more than just our bank account? Jesus once told a powerful story that revealed how money shapes our wallets and the things that matter most — our hearts and our relationship with God.

Those who love God can rest in the assurance of the many promises he has made. Let's explore six powerful promises God makes to us and learn how to apply them in our lives.