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We all long for a world where things are made right, but where we look for justice matters. In John 18:33–38, Jesus stands before Pilate and reveals why earthly kingdoms cannot deliver the justice we long for. True justice is found in the King whose kingdom is not of this world. As we continue our You’re Looking for Jesus series, discover how Jesus meets our longing for a world made right and offers a hope closer than we think.

We all long to feel secure, but where we look for security matters. In Mark 10:17–27, Jesus encounters a man who has placed his hope in his wealth, only to reveal that money promises a security it can never deliver. As we continue our You’re Looking for Jesus series, discover how Jesus meets our deepest longing for security by securing us in God.

We’re all looking for purpose and meaning, but where we look for it matters. In Acts 17:22–31, Paul speaks to the people of Athens about their search for spirituality and transcendence. Their religion promised purpose but ultimately left them striving to find God on their own. As we continue our 'You’re Looking for Jesus' series, discover how Jesus reveals where our purpose is truly found. You’re looking for Jesus, and He’s closer than you think.

We’re all looking for love, but where we look for it matters. In John 4:4–29, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman searching for love and fulfillment in the wrong places. Her story reveals how our deepest longings can lead us toward relationships and intimacy that can never fully satisfy. As we continue 'You’re Looking for Jesus,' discover how Jesus offers the love we’ve been looking for. You’re looking for Jesus, and He’s closer than you think.

We’re all looking for something to satisfy us. We were created with deep longings for meaning, purpose, love, and fulfillment, but what we look to for satisfaction matters. In Jeremiah 2:11–13, God reveals how we can turn good longings toward worthless substitutes. Looking isn’t the problem. Where we look is. As we continue 'You’re Looking for Jesus,' discover how our core longings can lead us toward idolatry and why Jesus alone can truly satisfy. You’re looking for Jesus, and He’s closer than you think.

Everyone is looking for something. We long for truth, goodness, beauty, hope, and purpose, but our blindness can keep us from seeing what’s right in front of us. The good news is that Jesus is closer than we think. In John 9, Jesus heals a man born blind and reveals a deeper reality: everyone is blind in some way. Everyone is looking, but not everyone wants to see. And true sight comes when we encounter Jesus. As we begin this new message series, You’re Looking for Jesus, discover what John 9 teaches us about spiritual blindness, faith, and seeing Jesus clearly. You’re looking for Jesus and He’s closer than you think.

What do we do when God’s plans take longer than we expected? In 2 Samuel 5, David finally becomes king after years of waiting, showing that God is faithful to finish what He starts. In Part 4 of God Has a Plan, discover how God works in His timing and remains true to His promises, even when the journey takes longer than we anticipated.

What do we do when we have the opportunity to take matters into our own hands? In 1 Samuel 24, David has the chance to take revenge against Saul, but instead chooses to trust God. In Part 3 of God Has a Plan, discover how we can refuse to compromise, rest in God’s justice, and repay with good when we’re tempted to take control.

Where do we turn when life feels uncertain and we need security? In 1 Samuel 22, David finds himself in a cave, but God meets him there. In Part 2 of God Has a Plan, discover how God delivers, provides, and guides us when we feel uncertain, reminding us that our deepest need for security is ultimately met in Him.

What does God have next for Woodside Bible Church? As we enter our eighth decade of ministry, people are more open to the Gospel than we’ve seen in years. They’re looking for Jesus and He’s closer than they think.   In this Vision Sunday message, Senior Pastor Chris Brooks shares the vision for Woodside’s future. God is positioning our church to help more people see Jesus, make disciples, and impact our communities in the years ahead. Join us as we step into what God has next for our church family.

How can you experience joy when life is hard? Philippians 4:4 reminds us to "Rejoice in the Lord always," revealing that true joy is not rooted in changing circumstances but in the unchanging presence of Jesus Christ. In this message, Pastor Steve Zarrilli teaches that joy is not the absence of suffering but found in true relationship with Jesus. Whether you're facing hardship, searching for hope, or longing for a deeper relationship with Him, this biblical message will encourage you to find lasting joy that cannot be shaken by life's circumstances.

What does it mean to truly live in partnership with God? In 1 John 1:5-10, guest speaker Crawford Loritts explores God's perfect standard of holiness, humanity's inadequate response to sin, and the life-changing invitation to repentance. Discover why walking in the light begins with honest confession and how God's grace leads to forgiveness, restoration, and deeper fellowship with Him.

How do we share the gospel in a culture that's becoming more secular, more skeptical of religion, yet more spiritually curious than ever before? In this powerful message from Colossians 4, guest speaker and church planter from Montreal, Canada  Dom Ruso shares what he's learned about engaging a shifting secular world — and the kind of courage it's going to take to be people of faith today. Over 10 years ago, with Woodside's partnership, he planted a church with just 18 people in one of the most post-Christian cultures in North America. That church has now grown to over 400. Along the way, he discovered that the next generation isn't anti-faith — they're actually the most spiritually open generation we've ever seen. But openness to spirituality isn't the same as openness to the gospel, and an experience with God alone isn't enough to survive the complexity of what's coming next. From Colossians 4:2-6, Paul gives us a blueprint from prison that still speaks today

In this thought-provoking message, guest speaker Abdu Murray explores the concept of "reality collapse" in our modern, technology-driven culture. From the rise of artificial intelligence to the shifting ideologies of human identity, Abdu examines how our efforts to "upgrade" ourselves often lead to a paper-thin sense of self. Drawing from Acts 17 and the book of Genesis, Abdu reveals how the Bible remains "eternally contemporary," accurately predicting the human condition and offering a remarkable remedy for our identity crisis. Discover why humans don’t need a technological upgrade—we need redemption through Jesus Christ.

We're not meant to keep the Gospel to ourselves.  We're called to pass it on.  Advancing the mission of God requires passing the truth, goodness, and beauty of Christianity to the next generation.