Woodbury Church of Christ Sermons

The promised King was hurriedly placed in a tomb. This was not a twist in the story; it was an ending. A tragic ending. But in less than ten minutes, the world would never be the same. 

Gospel is a familiar word, maybe so familiar that it's lost its power and vitality. Reclaiming the incredible depth and purpose of the gospel will transform our lives.

The Gospel is a familiar word, maybe so familiar that it's lost its power and vitality. To reclaim the incredible depth and purpose of the gospel, it WILL transform our lives.

Mental Illness doesn't just impact the one suffering; it deeply impacts the people that love them. What does it look like to care for someone with mental illness? 

We don't always connect virtues with mental health but carrying around anger, and bitterness will weigh you down. Forgiveness is a path toward true healing. 

Tough things happen to all humans. How they impact us and how we respond is part of our journey toward healing. 

Ever felt your chest constrict and your heart rate increase? More than half of US adults will have a mental health disorder in their lifetime, and 20% in a given year. Sadly, a misunderstanding of Christian ideas makes the problem worse rather than better. How do Christians understand Scripture and Anxiety?

Depression is common today, but it has been common throughout history, even among those we would consider spiritual giants. 

Dale, an elder at Woodbury and licensed family therapist, is addressing myths/stigmas related to mental health and faith. With his church/faith/therapy experience, he’ll be able to talk about where the two intersect, and some of the unhelpful ideas Christians have about mental health.

The last element in our series and often a major target for people’s objections to faith. Bad church experiences prompt people to “love Jesus, leave the church.” But, the New Testament, the basis for the Jesus we love, doesn’t allow us to follow him and dismiss his body. How do we learn to love the imperfect church?