The word contentment gets used frequently in today’s culture, but its meaning often shifts depending on who’s discussing it. So, what exactly is contentment? How does it connect to faith and trust? Should Christians seek contentment outside ourselves, or is the popular self-love movement the answer? Understanding contentment rightly as Christians is incredibly counter cultural and helps us take pleasure in God as we treasure Christ above all. Join Pastors John and Drew as they explore these questions and welcome a special guest who recently co-taught a class on contentment at Woodridge. We’d love to hear your thoughts–Email us at [email protected] with questions, feedback, or suggestions for future episodes.

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastors Drew Hacker, John Pfannerstill

Guests: Jude Restrepo

Theme Song: “Mercy” used with copyright permission from artist.

Graphics Design: Patrick Blend

Video and Audio: Therese Jacob

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

-         The Holy Bible (ESV translation)

Link to the article referred to in the show about contraconditional love,

https://www.ccef.org/idols-heart-and-vanity-fair/

Link to free PDF of “The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment” by Jeremiah Burrows

o  https://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/burroughs/The%20Rare%20Jewel%20of%20Christian%20Con%20-%20Jeremiah%20Burroughs.pdf

Definition of Christian Contentment

“Contentment is the inward, quiet, gracious frame of spirit, freely submitting to and taking pleasure in God's disposal in every condition”

Link to Woodridge Media class on contentment

o  The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment | Woodridge Community Church

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That’s a wrap! You know the phrase—it means we’re closing the curtain and calling it a year, and for 2025, TreasureCast has officially done just that! Join some of our pastors (Rich, Matt, John & Drew) on this special episode as we recap all the wonderful things that God has done through the podcast over the last year and count down our top 10 episodes. Since we’re dropping this on Christmas Eve, we snuck in a special Christmas & New Year’s message to encourage our listeners to treasure Christ more during the Holidays. We hope you enjoy this recap, Christmas and New Year’s special. We’d love to hear your thoughts–Email us at [email protected] with your questions, thoughts, or ideas for future episodes.

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastors Matt Jantz, Rich Parfrey, John Pfannerstill & Drew Hacker

Podcast Media: Silent Night (Jazz), Holiday Embrace, Light of the World, & Auld Lang Syne (Jazz) used with licensing permission through TechSmith

Graphics Design & Special Video Production: Patrick Blend

Studio Video and Audio: Nate Schwalm

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You’ve probably heard us talk about emailing questions on almost every episode, right? Well, based on popular demand–you asked questions, and we answered them! Join Pastors John, Drew, Matt E., and Rich as they discuss questions submitted over the course of the TreasureCast in this new “Ask the Pastors” style podcast.

The questions that are addressed in this episode include:

-         Should Christians fast, and if so, how should we do it?

-         What is gambling? Is it sinful for Christians to gamble or place bets? Are all forms of gambling the same across card games, sports games, or fantasy football leagues?

-         At Woodridge, we celebrate three of the five evangelical feast days. Why don’t we celebrate Ascension and Pentecost?

Join us in this discussion as we take these questions head-on, see what scripture says, and go down some fun glory trails in the process! We’d love to hear your thoughts–Email us at [email protected] with questions, feedback or suggestions for future episodes.

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastors Matt Erdman, Rich Parfrey, Drew Hacker, John Pfannerstill

Theme Song: “Mercy” used with copyright permission from artist.

Graphics Design: Patrick Blend

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 full alignment with the doctrine of our church. Rather, each resource is valued for the specific insights it provides on the topic discussed.

-         The Holy Bible (ESV translation)

-         Should Christians Fast - https://tabletalkmagazine.com/posts/should-christians-fast/

-         To the Judicial and Impartial Reader – An exposition of the 2nd London Baptist confession of faith by Dr. Jim Rehinan.

-         A New Exposition of the London Baptist Confession of Faith of 1689 edited by Rob Ventura

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Have you seen a tree get blown over and uprooted –or even removed by a large machine? This feat requires immense force, because it has roots that act like anchors, reaching deep into the soil. Roots are good in their ability to anchor and provide nourishment. But there is another kind of root that can anchor itself and provide unhealthy nourishment to our souls; the root of bitterness. If left to grow, this bitter root can cause sin to cascade and escalate in our lives. It can destroy the church, our relationships, and negatively impact our ability to treasure Christ above all.

In this episode of the TreasureCast, Pastors Derek, Matt, John and Drew discuss the topic “Preventing Roots of Bitterness.” They discuss the damage that bitterness causes and the other sins it can lead to. But for the Christian, there is hope –they also lead us to the remedy that exists in God’s Word so we can starve and uproot these roots of bitterness in our lives.

We’d love to hear your thoughts. Email us at [email protected] with feedback or suggestions for future episodes.

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastors Matt Jantz, Derek Best, Drew Hacker, John Pfannerstill

Theme Song: “Mercy” used with copyright permission from artist.

Graphics Design: Patrick Blend

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.

-         The Holy Bible (ESV translation)

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What happens when we die? It’s a question our culture often avoids—and one many Christians feel unsure how to approach. But Scripture gives us clarity, hope, and a reason not to fear.

In this episode, Pastors John, Drew, Matt, and Luke tackle the topic of death head-on. From funerals vs. celebrations of life, to burial vs. cremation, to questions of Christian liberty—this conversation explores how believers can think biblically and faithfully about end-of-life decisions. Most importantly, we reflect on the hope Christians have in the resurrection and the victory of Christ over the grave.

We’d love to hear your thoughts. Email us at [email protected] with feedback or suggestions for future episodes.

Producer: Pastor Drew Hacker

Hosts: Pastors Matt Erdman, Luke Dufek, Drew Hacker, John Pfannerstill

Theme Song: “Headswitch”

Graphics Design: Patrick Blend

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.

-         Chapter 31 of the 1689 London Baptist confession of faith.

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When we look around at the culture in America, as Christians we often reel back in shock and horror at the practices happening around us—especially in how the world approaches dating and its close relative, “hook-up culture.” It seems like a free-for-all, with little to no oversight outside the church—and sometimes even within it. As Christians, we cannot accept the world’s approach to dating. But what should we do? How should we view relationships with the opposite sex before marriage? Should we date? Should we do something else, like courting? And what exactly is courting? Join Pastors Rich, Matt, and Drew as they delve into the topic of dating and courting from a biblical perspective. They explore some of the history behind these practices and discuss who should be involved in the process. 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 Rich Parfrey

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

Graphics Design: Patrick Blend

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.

-         What He Must Be: ...If He Wants to Marry My Daughter

Book by Voddie Bauchum Jr.

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When we look around at the culture in America, as Christians we often reel back in shock and horror at the practices happening around us—especially in how the world approaches dating and its close relative, “hook-up culture.” It seems like a free-for-all, with little to no oversight outside the church—and sometimes even within it. As Christians, we cannot accept the world’s approach to dating. But what should we do? How should we view relationships with the opposite sex before marriage? Should we date? Should we do something else, like courting? And what exactly is courting? Join Pastors Rich, Matt, and Drew as they delve into the

topic of dating and courting from a biblical perspective. They explore some of the history behind these practices and discuss who should be involved in the process. 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 Rich Parfrey

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

Graphics Design: Patrick Blend

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.

-         What He Must Be: ...If He Wants to Marry My Daughter

Book by Voddie Bauchum Jr.

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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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