Fixing our thinking problem is easier said than done. This week at Maplewood, Pastor Joe explores what it takes for us to begin overcoming the influence of culture so Christ an be the dominating influence in our lives.

At Maplewood, we're kicking off the year by confronting a major obstacle to spiritual formation - our thought lives. Join us as we pull back the curtain and evaluate how our modern culture is competing with Christ for each of our minds. What can we do it about? Is there any hope? Listen to this week's message and find out how we can begin to address our thinking problems.

This week we dig into the true meaning of the word "Christmas!" We hope you will take a listen and rejoice with us in the nativity of Jesus, not just in Bethlehem, but in our hearts!

This week, Maplewood is continuing to focus on the words of Christmas. Immanuel means "God with us." Join us as we discover that  Immanuel isn't just a nice Christmas card sentiment or Christmas carol lyric. It's an opportunity for God to work in and through Jesus followers every day.

This Christmas season, Maplewood is exploring the meaning behind the words of Christmas that we say, yet take for granted. This week, Pastor Joe digs into the meaning behind the word "noel" and, in doing so, reveals how we can find the strength to persevere when the going gets rough.

This month at Maplewood we're preparing for the Christmas holiday and the celebration of the birth of Christ! Our theme this year is to focus on the "words" of Christmas. And this week, Pastor Joe reflects on the word "Advent".  Join us as we reflect on the words of Isaiah 9:2...

This Sunday marked the final Sunday of the church calendar year. It's called "Christ the King" Sunday in some circles and "the Reign of Christ" Sunday in others. We mark this day with a celebration of Thanksgiving for what God is doing in our lives. We hope you enjoy the testimonies of real people whose lives are being changed by the movement of God here in Springfield, Ohio at Maplewood.

This week at Maplewood, we're continuing to explore the importance of developing self-control in our lives. Join us as Pastor Joe uncovers the lies our culture teaches us about achieving happiness and provides a path to true happiness and healthier self-esteem...

Most of us struggle with breaking bad habits. But often we put the cart before the horse. This week and next at Maplewood, we're focused on what can REALLY help us break the cycle of bad habits and realizing our full potential. 

This week at Maplewood, we're wrapping up our series on becoming people of grace. This week, we are focused on the reality that an authentic experience with the grace of Jesus will compel us to go and share it with others.