God created man in his image, and He made us to work in different ways as men and women. Work is what we do primarily to provide for ourselves or others that we are in some way responsible for. But what about the time we spend not working? What are we supposed to do during this “play,” “leisure,” or “hobby” time? What type of activities can and should the Christian engage in? Are there things that Christians should avoid, and if so, why? Join Pastors Erdman, Jantz and Hacker as they take a deeper dive into one of the subjects that was taught at our 2025 Restoring Truth Conference. We value your feedback and suggestions on this episode and future episodes. Email us at [email protected].

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor Matt Jantz, Pastor Drew Hacker, Pastor Matt Erdman

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keagy used with permission from artist

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Nate Schwalm

Here are the resources referenced during the show. Please note that mentioning a resource, author or ministry does not imply it perfectly aligns with the doctrine of our church. However, the resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

2025 Restoring Truth Conference Media o  https://woodridge.cc/teaching-media#RT2025

Article from Gotquestions.org on hobbies: Should a Christian have hobbies? | GotQuestions.org

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What has no shape, no scent, no sound... but you always feel it in the room? Nope—not gravity you physics nerds. Emotional sabotage! Join Pastors Jantz, Erdman, John and Drew as they discuss how leadership and emotional sabotage are intricately related to one another and have been since the beginning of creation. They use Joe Rigney’s book, Leadership and Emotional Sabotage,” as a platform for the discussion. They discuss how the devil will often try to destroy leadership in a pattern used across all of scripture, along with ways that we can “resist the anxiety that will wreck your family, destroy your church, and ruin the world.”  We value your feedback and suggestions on this episode and future episodes. Please email us at [email protected].

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor Matt Jantz, Pastor Drew Hacker, Pastor Matt Erdman, Pastor John Pfannerstill  

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keagy used with permission from artist

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Elijah Hutto

Here are the resources referenced during the show. Please note that mentioning a resource, author or ministry does not imply it perfectly aligns with the doctrine of our church. However, the resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

-         Order the book online "Leadership and Emotional Sabotage"

Amazon.com : leadership and emotional sabotage

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When we look at how the early church began in Acts chapter 2—devoting themselves to the apostles’ teaching, breaking bread together in each other’s homes, and sharing with those in need—it can seem like an impossible ideal in today's world. In this episode, Pastors Drew and Matt discuss what it means to live in Christian community and how our church fosters this through Community Groups. Together, they explore how these groups help believers grow in faith, be discipled, and live out the Bible's commands in everyday life —commands that are impossible to fulfill alone.

We'd love to hear your feedback and suggestions for this and future episodes. Email us at **[email protected]**

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor Matt Jantz and Pastor Drew Hacker

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keagy used with permission from artist

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Elijah Hutto

Here are the resources referenced during the show. Please note that mentioning a resource, author or ministry does not imply it perfectly aligns with the doctrine of our church. However, the resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

-         Woodridge Community Church - Community Groups

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Many of us are aware, especially if you attend Woodridge, that God commands singing from His people. However, that statement encompasses more than just singing on Sunday morning. Singing to God implies that we know how to sing. Or do we?

Join Pastors John and Drew in this episode as they discuss the topic of music, singing, and the Christian life. They are joined by Woodridge member and DOXA Christian Academy music teacher, Elijah Grajkowski. Together, they explore how being saved by the grace of God should change us as Christians to be hearers and doers of music. They discuss the need to repent for minimizing the importance of singing or outright ignoring this command. Additionally, they examine select passages that highlight the significance of music and singing and conclude with practical steps to grow in musical literacy and enthusiastic singing.

We value your feedback and suggestions on this episode and future episodes. Email us at [email protected].

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor John Pfannerstill and Pastor Drew Hacker

Guest: Elijah Grajkowski

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keagy used with permission from artist

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Therese Jacobs

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Join Pastors John and Drew in this episode as they discuss how education has been influenced by secularism and progressivism over the last several hundred years. They interview special guests and classical educators, Pastor Joel Ebert and Elijah Grajkowski. They talk about the origins of education in America, where it went wrong, and how that differs from a classical view of education. They also discuss the classical Christian school housed in our church, DOXA Christian Academy, where Elijah and Joel both teach, along with the hybrid approach to education they use at DOXA. They talk about “The Trivium” and other helpful concepts they are teaching and more! You don’t want to miss this episode on education. We value your feedback and suggestions on this episode and future episodes. Email us at [email protected].

The TreasureCast" is a production of Woodridge Community Church

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor John Pfannerstill and Pastor Drew Hacker

Guests: Pastor Joel Ebert and Elijah Grajkowski

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keagy used with permission from artist

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Elijah Hutto

Here are the resources referenced during the show. Please note that mentioning a resource, author or ministry does not imply it perfectly aligns with the doctrine of our church. However, the resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

-         Check out our website for more information on our ministry

-         Doxa Christian Academy website

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Join Pastors John and Drew in this episode as we discuss the origins of our collaborative conference, Restoring Truth, between Woodridge and Waukesha City Church, along with a summary of last year’s topics. We provide a longer sneak peek at some topics to expect at this year’s Restoring Truth Conference in May 2025. We talk with Woodridge’s own Pastor Luke and Pastor Chuck Marshall from Waukesha City Church, who were both instrumental in the origins of this collaborative conference between our two churches. They discuss some terms that can often be misunderstood and are worth discussing more regarding the civil sphere, family, and church. We value your feedback and suggestions on this episode and future episodes. Email us at [email protected].

The TreasureCast" is a production of Woodridge Community Church

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor John Pfannerstill and Pastor Drew Hacker

Guests: Pastor Luke Dufek and Chuck Marshall

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keagy used with permission from artist

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Elijah Hutto

Here are the resources referenced during the show. Please note that mentioning a resource, author or ministry does not imply it perfectly aligns with the doctrine of our church. However, the resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

- Check out our website for more information on our ministry

- Recovering Biblical Manhood and Womanhood | Desiring God - by John Piper and Wayne Grudem

- Evangelical Feminism and Biblical Truth: An Analysis of More Than 100 Disputed Questions: Grudem, Wayne

- Visit the Media section of our website and scroll down to “Restoring Truth Conference 2024: Healthy Families, Strong Churches” to listen to last year’s content

- Registration for this year’s conference will open soon!

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What do Calvinism and lasagna have in common besides being delicious, layered delicacies that warm the soul? Join Pastors John, Drew, Matt J, and Matt E in the second part of our discussion on Joyful Calvinism, also known as the doctrines of grace. They delve into several helpful aspects of this theology mentioned in episode 4 and even enjoy some lasagna on the show. They highlight some enlightening truths from Romans 8, Romans 9, and explore terms worth digging deeper into. The pastors discuss how believers can experience joy—a settled certainty—that God is in control, and how God works all things together for those who love Him and are called according to His purposes.

We value your feedback and suggestions on this episode and future episodes. Email us at [email protected] with your thoughts and questions.

The TreasureCast" is a production of Woodridge Community Church

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor John Pfannerstill and Pastor Drew Hacker

Guests: Pastor Matt Jantz and Matt Erdman

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keagy used with permission from artist

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Elijah and Ryan Hutto

Here are the resources referenced during the show. Please note that mentioning a resource, author or ministry does not imply it perfectly aligns with the doctrine of our church. However, the resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

-         Check out our website for more information on our ministry

-         Joyful Calvinism by Greg Forster

-         Mere Calvinism by Jim Scott Orrick

-         A New Exposition of the London Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689

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Join Pastors John, Drew, and Rich in the second part of their riveting discussion on stewardship and generosity. This episode dives deeper into balancing life's phases with your time, talent, and treasure. Featuring special guest Chase Gould, a Financial Advisor, listeners will gain valuable insights on financial stewardship. Tune in for practical tips on managing life's seasons, essential strategies for smart financial stewardship, and inspiring real-life stories of generosity. We value your feedback and suggestions for future episodes—email us at [email protected] with your thoughts and questions.

The TreasureCast" is a production of Woodridge Community Church

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor John Pfannerstill and Pastor Drew Hacker

Guests: Pastor Rich Parfrey

Special Guest: Chase Gould, Financial Advisor

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keagy used with permission from artist

Other Music: "Groovy Samply Platter, used with creative and copyright privileges.

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Nate Schwalm

Here are the resources referenced during the show. Please note that mentioning a resource or ministry does not imply it perfectly aligns with the doctrine of our church. However, the resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

Check out our website for more information on our ministry

Chase Gould contact information: Email: [email protected], Phone: 608-616-5904, Address: 708 Heartland Trail Suite 2800 Madison, WI 53717

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Merry Christmas! Join Pastors John and Drew in this special episode— released on Christmas Day—as they discuss the feedback they received from listeners of the TreasureCast from the previous episodes aired in 2024.  Additionally, they share a special Christmas message to remind us how low our Redeemer was brought to raise us up. As we discuss in this episode — your feedback and emails are important to us — and we'd love to hear from you! If you have questions about this episode or suggestions for future topics, email us at [email protected].

The TreasureCast" is a production of Woodridge Community Church

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor John Pfannerstill and Pastor Drew Hacker

Theme Song: “Joy to the World, Auld Lang Syne, Light of the World” used with creative and copywrite permission

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Pastor Drew Hacker

Check out OUR WEBSITE for more information on our ministry

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**Before the start of this episode, Pastor Drew provides an update on the length of the TreasureCast and how we will likely never be shorter than 30-40 minutes, with most episodes being close to an hour or more in length.

What is your first memory of money? Was it good or bad? Is it biblical to tithe as New Covenant Christians? Why is it important to steward what God has given us, and should we really leave an inheritance to our children's children? Join Pastors John, Drew, and Rich as they discuss stewardship and generosity this holiday season. They will delve into examples of how and whom we should be generous with. Even if life hasn't gone as you thought it would financially, it’s no excuse to not be generous with what God has given us stewardship over. This discussion will likely span two episodes, as there is so much to cover. We'd love to hear from you! If you have questions about this episode or suggestions for future topics, email us at [email protected].

"The TreasureCast" is a production of Woodridge Community Church

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastor John Pfannerstill and Pastor Drew Hacker

Guest: Pastor Richard Parfrey

Theme Song: “Mercy” by Phil Keaggy. Used with permission from artist

Graphics Design: Alyson Freding

Video and Audio: Therese Jacobs

Here are the resources referenced during the show. Please note that mentioning a resource or ministry does not imply it perfectly aligns with our doctrine as a church. However, the resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

-         Here’s the Link to Reforming Marriage by Douglas Wilson that we referenced

-         King’s Hall podcast episode “Recovering the Productive Household”

-         Here are some Dave Ramsey Resources that can be helpful for budgeting and thinking about money/wealth. 

-         Check out OUR WEBSITE for more information on our ministry

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