falsenoen-usWoodstock City ChurchGfalseWoodstock City ChurchWoodstock City ChurchWelcome to the weekly audio podcast for Woodstock City Church in Woodstock, GA where our mission is to inspire people to follow Jesus. Our desire is that this podcast will encourage you in your relationship with God. Visit us at woodstockcity.org.https://storage.sardius.media/8d5F99Ed22aB004/archives/D28ea618e7AB87A4cf38c8e1aB8e/static/48E226/736FdE4904D1.pngWoodstock City Churchhttps://storage.sardius.media/8d5F99Ed22aB004/archives/D28ea618e7AB87A4cf38c8e1aB8e/static/48E226/736FdE4904D1.png3003004F030b91393E6646958A69f476CCe7533b0AEcSun, 07 Jun 2026 17:35:16 GMTUnder Clear Blue Sky, Part 2: Constructing Stability // Joel ThomasLong before the storm arrived, Noah made a decision about whose wisdom he would trust.Long before the storm arrived, Noah made a decision about whose wisdom he would trust.Constructing StabilityJoel Thomas00:00:0013c56FDD36c63F4e0D1c58C8b2F6Sun, 31 May 2026 17:49:22 GMTUnder Clear Blue Sky, Part 1: Avoiding Catastrophe // Joel ThomasChaos rarely arrives all at once. It often begins with ordinary choices that seem reasonable until the consequences finally surface.Chaos rarely arrives all at once. It often begins with ordinary choices that seem reasonable until the consequences finally surface.Avoiding CatastropheJoel Thomas00:00:00246D486a76F04D755B2115895586Sun, 24 May 2026 11:00:00 GMTThe Book of Jonah: Part 4, The Last Miracle? // Samer MassadThe Last Miracle?Samer Massad00:00:00BC50BF30C4c926Ed7591375Fa276Sun, 17 May 2026 18:01:56 GMTThe Book of Jonah, Part 3: Religious and Lost // Samer MassadThe question of Jonah is not simply whether we believe in God’s mercy. It is whether we want God’s mercy to reach people we would rather keep outside of it.The question of Jonah is not simply whether we believe in God’s mercy. It is whether we want God’s mercy to reach people we would rather keep outside of it.Religious and LostSamer Massad00:00:000EE1ec2709f4CCF90728F096CDC5Sun, 10 May 2026 17:30:39 GMTThe Book of Jonah, Part 2: The Belly of Grace // Samer MassadGod provided the fish. God commanded the fish. Everything in between is the story of a God whose love reaches into the depths—not to condemn but to rescue.God provided the fish. God commanded the fish. Everything in between is the story of a God whose love reaches into the depths—not to condemn but to rescue.The Belly of GraceSamer Massad00:00:00A020E14B23B5eD831773B5486Bd0Sun, 03 May 2026 17:12:37 GMTThe Book of Jonah, Part 1: A Prophet on the Run // Samer MassadIf you’re familiar with the Bible, you’ve probably heard the story of Jonah. Jonah’s story is unusual, but it’s not unique. Sometimes, what God is asking us to do seems risky, undesirable, or just unfair… so we run. Our experience when we run from God may not be as dramatic as Jonah’s, but running is always riskier than surrender.If you’re familiar with the Bible, you’ve probably heard the story of Jonah. Jonah’s story is unusual, but it’s not unique. Sometimes, what God is asking us to do seems risky, undesirable, or just unfair… so we run. Our experience when we run from God may not be as dramatic as Jonah’s, but running is always riskier than surrender.A Prophet on the RunSamer Massad00:00:0086FCec7941C1D3DA464352162575Sun, 26 Apr 2026 17:18:08 GMTThree Ingredients For Relationships That Go The Distance, Part 3: A Rule // Andy StanleyHealthy relationships aren’t built on rules, but they can’t survive without a particular one. And it’s a rule that removes every loophole.Healthy relationships aren’t built on rules, but they can’t survive without a particular one. And it’s a rule that removes every loophole.A RuleAndy Stanley00:00:00F68D4D78AF7aAb05E8fB94c665E2Sun, 19 Apr 2026 19:07:55 GMTThree Ingredients For Relationships That Go The Distance, Part 2: A Posture // Andy StanleyThe secret to stronger relationships isn’t being understood, but choosing to put someone else first, even when they don’t deserve it.The secret to stronger relationships isn’t being understood, but choosing to put someone else first, even when they don’t deserve it.A PostureAndy Stanley00:00:007E69B99f97183E7Df73ca26213bASun, 12 Apr 2026 17:57:36 GMTThree Ingredients For Relationships That Go The Distance, Part 1: A Confession // Andy StanleyEvery conflict feels like it’s about what someone else did, but the real source runs deeper and it’s hard to admit.Every conflict feels like it’s about what someone else did, but the real source runs deeper and it’s hard to admit.A ConfessionAndy Stanley00:42:00cDC8e1870c13B74C198D5593bDFDSun, 05 Apr 2026 17:19:53 GMTEaster with Woodstock City: For God So Loved // Samer MassadThe cross showed God’s love. The resurrection proved God’s power.The cross showed God’s love. The resurrection proved God’s power.For God So LovedSamer Massad00:00:0032A78B3c59417B219A5A5A1588AbSun, 29 Mar 2026 17:46:12 GMTReasons Not to Panic About Bible Skepticism // John Dickson and Andy StanleyThe gap between skepticism and faith starts to close when Christianity is viewed through the lens of history. In this conversation with Andy Stanley and John Dickson, the story of Jesus is presented as something meant to be investigated, not avoided.The gap between skepticism and faith starts to close when Christianity is viewed through the lens of history. In this conversation with Andy Stanley and John Dickson, the story of Jesus is presented as something meant to be investigated, not avoided.Reasons Not to Panic About Bible SkepticismJohn Dickson and Andy Stanley00:00:00617Bf6C45AAf12932ff39f21E067Sun, 22 Mar 2026 17:47:47 GMTInflection Point, Part 4: A Parable // Andy StanleyJesus regularly challenged people’s assumptions about both wealth and eternity, and when he did so it revealed that the way we handle what’s temporary points to what we truly believe is permanent.Jesus regularly challenged people’s assumptions about both wealth and eternity, and when he did so it revealed that the way we handle what’s temporary points to what we truly believe is permanent.A ParableAndy Stanley00:00:00E3f2F4675F5A110DA326904bA50DSun, 15 Mar 2026 19:37:14 GMTInflection Point, Part 3: Pouring Out // Andy StanleyMany people experience faith primarily as something they attend or consume. But the moments that deepen faith most often come when we begin giving it away.Many people experience faith primarily as something they attend or consume. But the moments that deepen faith most often come when we begin giving it away.Pouring OutAndy Stanley00:42:29F3596553C992d243e9582F05533DSun, 08 Mar 2026 17:44:55 GMTInflection Point, Part 2: Pathway to Prosperity // Joel ThomasIt’s easy to assume that prosperity leads to generosity. But many times the opposite is true—generosity becomes the turning point that leads to prosperity.It’s easy to assume that prosperity leads to generosity. But many times the opposite is true—generosity becomes the turning point that leads to prosperity.Pathway to ProsperityJoel Thomas00:00:007E8b29A64606F0FEDF6157B2C5AaSun, 01 Mar 2026 19:10:25 GMTInflection Point, Part 1: Halfway There // Andy StanleyOne year ago, we kicked off our generosity initiative across our Atlanta-area churches. What if we’re not just making progress—but crossing into a defining moment?One year ago, we kicked off our generosity initiative across our Atlanta-area churches. What if we’re not just making progress—but crossing into a defining moment?Halfway ThereAndy Stanley00:00:0053AE0E30EC657e62226A7BeA0AC5Sun, 22 Feb 2026 18:15:33 GMTInto The Woods, Part 3: Beholding and Becoming // Samer MassadEntering into the woods is not about escaping life but re-entering it differently.Entering into the woods is not about escaping life but re-entering it differently.Beholding and BecomingSamer Massad00:00:003501A7aCF76060D5FF7f58974864Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:12:44 GMTInto The Woods, Part 2: Making A Plan // Samer MassadWhat does it look like, practically speaking, to get into the woods?What does it look like, practically speaking, to get into the woods?Making A PlanSamer Massad00:00:002FDbE5ae82CD0f3082EA751b4D59Sun, 08 Feb 2026 19:22:42 GMTInto The Woods, Part 1: The Habit of Jesus // Samer MassadThroughout the Gospels, Jesus prioritizes a habit foreign to our fast-paced and hurried world. And it is one he invites us into.Throughout the Gospels, Jesus prioritizes a habit foreign to our fast-paced and hurried world. And it is one he invites us into.The Habit of JesusSamer Massad00:00:00BA741881be37220f5B2683F453a7Sun, 01 Feb 2026 18:16:45 GMTPeople Looking for PurposeWe often assume purpose requires perfection, while Jesus points to a kind of completeness that comes through growth, not flawlessness.We often assume purpose requires perfection, while Jesus points to a kind of completeness that comes through growth, not flawlessness.People Looking for PurposeJoel Thomas00:00:0085EbDD407eECBAf2426E7A78F338Sun, 18 Jan 2026 18:46:52 GMTWho Needs Church? Part 3: People Looking for Answers // Andy StanleyIn a world full of opinions and advice, where do we go when our questions are personal, painful, and unresolved?In a world full of opinions and advice, where do we go when our questions are personal, painful, and unresolved?People Looking for AnswersAndy Stanley00:00:00315F3e4323BE2A00F7C16022B18ASun, 11 Jan 2026 18:37:15 GMTWho Needs Church? Part 2: People Looking for Help // Joel ThomasPeople aren’t avoiding church because they don’t have needs, but because they’re unsure church is a safe place to be honest about them.People aren’t avoiding church because they don’t have needs, but because they’re unsure church is a safe place to be honest about them.People Looking for HelpJoel Thomas00:00:00D97DC5366e9765a58DaC8113F193Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:16:29 GMTWho Needs Church? Part 1: I Did, I Do, and You Do Too! // Andy StanleyWe take values like human dignity, compassion, and justice for granted today, but they only feel obvious because the church first introduced them.We take values like human dignity, compassion, and justice for granted today, but they only feel obvious because the church first introduced them.I Did, I Do, and You Do Too!Andy Stanley00:00:0093360BD913DAB1B37F4eD4DeE6fbWed, 24 Dec 2025 20:28:13 GMTAlways Winter // Samer MassadWith the birth of Jesus, God broke a centuries-long silence. God came near. Love made a way. Hope took on flesh.With the birth of Jesus, God broke a centuries-long silence. God came near. Love made a way. Hope took on flesh.Always WinterSamer Massad00:00:00632c95EFD4BC59839acD6Fb688A3Sun, 21 Dec 2025 18:30:10 GMTAnticipating Christmas, Part 3: Christmas Invite // Andy StanleyChristmas marks the arrival of a solution to an unsolvable problem—how to stand before God when obedience isn't good enough.Christmas marks the arrival of a solution to an unsolvable problem—how to stand before God when obedience isn't good enough.Christmas InviteAndy Stanley00:00:0091E7aa61D2B6D3D8E7c623073358Sun, 14 Dec 2025 18:39:01 GMTAnticipating Christmas, Part 2: An Unexpected Guest // Andy StanleyNo one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.No one was looking for God to appear in person, yet Jesus came to make the invisible God unmistakably known.An Unexpected GuestAndy Stanley00:00:008A7bDA5Cc503ded9CD463E0C0355Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:36:21 GMTAnticipating Christmas, Part 1: When God Arrives Ahead of Time // Andy Stanley with Steve CussIt’s common to feel a tug-of-war between inner anxiety and recognizing God’s nearness. In this conversation with Andy Stanley and Steve Cuss, we’re invited to consider some false needs that may be steering our reactions.It’s common to feel a tug-of-war between inner anxiety and recognizing God’s nearness. In this conversation with Andy Stanley and Steve Cuss, we’re invited to consider some false needs that may be steering our reactions.When God Arrives Ahead of TimeAndy Stanley with Steve Cuss00:00:00D9E60A14Bd80D734EFF6fd400722Sun, 30 Nov 2025 18:32:58 GMTRedefining Messiah // Andy StanleyFirst-century Israel expected a king who would overthrow Rome. Jesus offered a kingdom far bigger—and he had to redefine “Messiah” before they could see it.First-century Israel expected a king who would overthrow Rome. Jesus offered a kingdom far bigger—and he had to redefine “Messiah” before they could see it.Redefining MessiahAndy Stanley00:00:004E98259f1BFAE0ED08E923A7506DSun, 23 Nov 2025 18:12:37 GMTQuestioning Jesus, Part 3: He Is Jesus // Samer MassadWe’re all going to follow someone or something. If not Jesus, then who?We’re all going to follow someone or something. If not Jesus, then who?He Is JesusSamer Massad00:00:00CA379B00E1B9d12efEdBB6598736Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:56:18 GMTQuestioning Jesus, Part 2: Don't Settle // Samer MassadOur problem often isn’t that we ask God for too much but rather that we settle for too little.Our problem often isn’t that we ask God for too much but rather that we settle for too little.Don't SettleSamer Massad00:00:009cAF3b30704f0F889Db6372B2978Sun, 09 Nov 2025 18:19:42 GMTQuestioning Jesus, Part 1: Selective Compassion? // Samer MassadFollowing Jesus requires that we love God and love our neighbor as ourselves. This begs the question of who does and doesn’t fall into the neighbor category. According to Jesus, selective compassion is not an option. Following Jesus requires that we love God and love our neighbor as ourselves. This begs the question of who does and doesn’t fall into the neighbor category. According to Jesus, selective compassion is not an option. Selective Compassion?Samer Massad00:00:0085925E3769FfFD08D38579C8fA2cSun, 02 Nov 2025 19:02:18 GMTNot Coming Down // Andy StanleyWe set out to build a church where the convinced and the curious could belong.We set out to build a church where the convinced and the curious could belong.Not Coming DownAndy Stanley00:00:00077EC5F2B4bE148146785754E609Sun, 26 Oct 2025 18:28:02 GMTThe Response of a Lifetime, Part 3: Playing God // Andy StanleyIt’s one thing to trust God when you’ve lost control; it’s another to resist acting like God once you’ve gained it.It’s one thing to trust God when you’ve lost control; it’s another to resist acting like God once you’ve gained it.Playing GodAndy Stanley00:00:0074c8a9A8F7DdE475C425B40833daSun, 19 Oct 2025 17:35:26 GMTThe Response of a Lifetime, Part 2: Bad to Badder // Andy StanleyWhen life goes from bad to worse, will you simply react—or respond as if God is still with you?When life goes from bad to worse, will you simply react—or respond as if God is still with you?Bad to BadderAndy Stanley00:00:00E30D7BC0F92b530E967661Aa714ESun, 12 Oct 2025 17:41:57 GMTThe Response of a Lifetime, Part 1: God of the Pit // Andy StanleyYour life isn’t defined by what’s been done to you, but by how you choose to respond—especially when every instinct says to react.Your life isn’t defined by what’s been done to you, but by how you choose to respond—especially when every instinct says to react.God of the PitAndy Stanley00:00:003D3D427582dA4692c9A5a2F96eCFSun, 05 Oct 2025 18:36:42 GMTThis Is Living, Part 4: Holy Humiliation // Samer MassadEgo and power build empires. Humility and service build the kingdom.Ego and power build empires. Humility and service build the kingdom.Holy HumiliationSamer Massad00:36:40E7B4E028E6EAE63A78D17Df1BBB6Sun, 28 Sep 2025 17:48:56 GMTThis Is Living, Part 3: Suprarational Peace // Samer MassadA peaceful life feels elusive. Problems at home, pressures at work and troubles in the world fuel our anxiety. Yet Paul, writing from prison, shows us how to find true, supernatural peace in any circumstance.A peaceful life feels elusive. Problems at home, pressures at work and troubles in the world fuel our anxiety. Yet Paul, writing from prison, shows us how to find true, supernatural peace in any circumstance.Suprarational PeaceSamer Massad00:00:00D961A47EC15A295731EC33F140cESun, 21 Sep 2025 19:05:09 GMTThis Is Living, Part 2: Opposite Day // Chad Joseph WardWe naturally look for confidence and joy in what we have, what we do, and what others think of us. But all of those things are fleeting and can be lost by circumstances beyond our control.We naturally look for confidence and joy in what we have, what we do, and what others think of us. But all of those things are fleeting and can be lost by circumstances beyond our control.Opposite DayChad Joseph Ward00:00:00Cbe5Bb496D5AA20F3DF005E292E2Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:37:40 GMTThis Is Living, Part 1: I Choose Joy // Samer MassadUncontrollable circumstances have a tendency to control us. But because of Jesus, we can reframe what we can’t control.Uncontrollable circumstances have a tendency to control us. But because of Jesus, we can reframe what we can’t control.I Choose JoySamer Massad00:00:00CFBc307D2ED771351aCBA8fD5CE9Sun, 07 Sep 2025 17:58:04 GMTBe Rich 2025: A Conversation with Bruce Deel // Andy Stanley and Bruce DeelAndy Stanley’s conversation with Bruce Deel highlights the inspiring work of City of Refuge, a Be Rich partner dedicated to moving people from crisis to independence.Andy Stanley’s conversation with Bruce Deel highlights the inspiring work of City of Refuge, a Be Rich partner dedicated to moving people from crisis to independence.Be Rich 2025: A Conversation with Bruce DeelAndy Stanley & Bruce Deel00:00:00F0D55bDA4856457587BCE5B01FD7Sun, 31 Aug 2025 17:24:44 GMTToo Good To Miss, Part 4: Don't Miss Great // Andy StanleyNot everyone will have the opportunity to be famous, but everyone has the opportunity to be great.Not everyone will have the opportunity to be famous, but everyone has the opportunity to be great.Don't Miss GreatAndy Stanley00:00:00cCB884753070BCEB310D9eC3e6B6Sun, 24 Aug 2025 18:12:05 GMTToo Good To Miss, Part 3: Family // Andy StanleyFamily can be both the most rewarding and most challenging part of life. The challenge is accepting the messy “real” while still aiming for God’s “ideal.”Family can be both the most rewarding and most challenging part of life. The challenge is accepting the messy “real” while still aiming for God’s “ideal.”FamilyAndy Stanley00:00:00fAB2BDB2D1474CC1999828b678c7Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:28:46 GMTToo Good To Miss, Part 2: Jesus // Andy StanleyPeople miss or dismiss Jesus sometimes, but when they do it’s usually for an unnecessary reason.People miss or dismiss Jesus sometimes, but when they do it’s usually for an unnecessary reason.JesusAndy Stanley00:00:0099A4833a1CFb419acE006c4F4C06Sun, 10 Aug 2025 17:34:09 GMTToo Good To Miss, Part 1: Future Proof // Andy StanleyWe don’t miss out in life because opportunities aren’t there—we miss out because we let deception, distraction, or disobedience rob us of them.We don’t miss out in life because opportunities aren’t there—we miss out because we let deception, distraction, or disobedience rob us of them.Future ProofAndy Stanley00:00:0049F5CE71C98AF2c298C3277C3698Sun, 03 Aug 2025 18:46:23 GMTThree Reasons // Andy StanleyLife is better connected—because spiritual growth, care, and accountability happen in relationships, not in rows.Life is better connected—because spiritual growth, care, and accountability happen in relationships, not in rows.Three ReasonsAndy Stanley00:00:00F89D3BE72F09a9720FAd82AddA93Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:06:00 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 7: Baptism Sunday 11:00am // Samer MassadA Sunday celebrating stories of life-change through baptism. Join us to celebrate Angel Mora, Owen Whitton, Jaimie Sims, Debbie Jerome, Kipsey Ireland, Tonia Nessl, Kelly DeLong, Chris Penuel, Shawna Pierce, Christine Senior, Rachael Townsend, Sommir McCormack, Carrie Minicozzi, and Isaiah Rowe.A Sunday celebrating stories of life-change through baptism. Join us to celebrate Angel Mora, Owen Whitton, Jaimie Sims, Debbie Jerome, Kipsey Ireland, Tonia Nessl, Kelly DeLong, Chris Penuel, Shawna Pierce, Christine Senior, Rachael Townsend, Sommir McCormack, Carrie Minicozzi, and Isaiah Rowe.Baptism Sunday 11:00amSamer Massad00:00:005e9908Bb43069D9A4CFdad5A7E25Sun, 27 Jul 2025 19:04:28 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 6: Baptism Sunday 9:00am // Samer MassadA Sunday celebrating stories of life-change through baptism. Join us to celebrate Emma Cade, Alexis Moss, Oviya Jeyakumar, Ashley Banham, Sherri Mulcahy, Steve Hopson, Brooke Depre, Victoria Sheffield, Lindsey Pierce, Alex Bishop, Allison Batchelor, Tracy Robertson, and Denice Unger.A Sunday celebrating stories of life-change through baptism. Join us to celebrate Emma Cade, Alexis Moss, Oviya Jeyakumar, Ashley Banham, Sherri Mulcahy, Steve Hopson, Brooke Depre, Victoria Sheffield, Lindsey Pierce, Alex Bishop, Allison Batchelor, Tracy Robertson, and Denice Unger.Baptism Sunday 9:00amSamer Massad00:00:00DEeF449f9530Ca52B96F2623FAC2Sun, 20 Jul 2025 18:42:45 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 5 // April FarmerPart 5April Farmer00:00:004d60925C92f3D62aB170Fd498B08Sun, 13 Jul 2025 19:48:45 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 4: Same God // Samer MassadWe are in a series called My Story, My Song where we are taking an in depth look at the theology and Biblical truths behind some of the songs we sing week in and week out.We are in a series called My Story, My Song where we are taking an in depth look at the theology and Biblical truths behind some of the songs we sing week in and week out.Same GodSamer Massad00:00:000981D76AFFF70D1d8E4320F7f3ACSun, 06 Jul 2025 18:02:38 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 3: Battle Belongs // Andy StanleyWhen we choose to fight our battles on our knees, we surrender control and invite God to do what only he can do.When we choose to fight our battles on our knees, we surrender control and invite God to do what only he can do.Battle BelongsAndy Stanley00:00:00D62E53F4b54152F22D29065EC553Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:54:51 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 2: God Is Love // Andy StanleyWhatever picture we have of God isn’t enough.Whatever picture we have of God isn’t enough.God Is LoveAndy Stanley00:00:0010c147157a92c2e3B9dF9C9093bDSun, 22 Jun 2025 18:09:40 GMTMy Story, My Song, Part 1: Bigger Than I Thought // Andy StanleyWhen we see God for who he is, we’re able to trust him even deeper.When we see God for who he is, we’re able to trust him even deeper.Bigger Than I ThoughtAndy Stanley00:00:006b2BEcfA3a0561f53D45e1D70C43Sun, 15 Jun 2025 17:55:03 GMTChallenge Accepted, Part 3: Depending // Joel ThomasOur trials, temptations, and tension shape us—and they have a way of revealing who or what we’re truly depending on.Our trials, temptations, and tension shape us—and they have a way of revealing who or what we’re truly depending on.DependingJoel Thomas00:00:0043B1C764D9818C669EF1704F17FBSun, 08 Jun 2025 17:35:50 GMTChallenge Accepted, Part 2: In & Around // Joel ThomasDuring trials, our tendency is to ask God to change what’s going on around us. But God is more interested in transforming what’s going on in us.During trials, our tendency is to ask God to change what’s going on around us. But God is more interested in transforming what’s going on in us.In & AroundJoel Thomas00:00:0020EC6174bdC9949aE80641C05C43Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:28:54 GMTChallenge Accepted, Part 1: Choosing Hard // Joel ThomasThe easy path is tempting, but God often does his greatest work on the hard road—where faith, obedience, and courage grow.The easy path is tempting, but God often does his greatest work on the hard road—where faith, obedience, and courage grow.Choosing HardJoel Thomas00:00:00F16FAfE2B5A918bE336E306F4115Sun, 25 May 2025 07:18:00 GMTWhen GOOD Becomes god, Part 4: A Golden Calf Moment // Samer Massad & Jake WilliamsA conversation about five principles we can learn from Israel's worship of a golden calf.A conversation about five principles we can learn from Israel's worship of a golden calf.A Golden Calf MomentSamer Massad, Jake Williams00:00:0080B999626FA570A57a27AE889B9DSun, 18 May 2025 17:47:53 GMTWhen GOOD Becomes god, Part 3: The Heart Edit // Jake WilliamsWe can have so many things going on in our lives. Many parts can be good. How do we enjoy the good things without letting them becoming god things?We can have so many things going on in our lives. Many parts can be good. How do we enjoy the good things without letting them becoming god things?The Heart EditJake Williams00:00:001aB156f70EC0CEACfAB8b88cB0eCSun, 11 May 2025 17:08:56 GMTWhen GOOD Becomes god, Part 2: Order of Operations // Samer MassadThe problem isn’t what we love, it’s the order in which we love. Disordered love leads to disordered desires—and ultimately a disordered life.The problem isn’t what we love, it’s the order in which we love. Disordered love leads to disordered desires—and ultimately a disordered life.Order of OperationsSamer Massad00:00:00634A2517aE023C37FB5BD1533e6CFri, 09 May 2025 16:00:58 GMTCelebrating MotherhoodIt’s almost Mother’s Day.  And although we all get to witness motherhood, we have so much to still learn. I invited, who I believe is one of the greatest mothers on the planet—my wife, Julie, and our dear friend, Amanda Redinger, to tell us more about their motherhood experience. They tell us more about ways they’ve felt supported and encouraged, what they wish they could tell their younger selves, and what the most surprising part of motherhood has been.It’s almost Mother’s Day.  And although we all get to witness motherhood, we have so much to still learn. I invited, who I believe is one of the greatest mothers on the planet—my wife, Julie, and our dear friend, Amanda Redinger, to tell us more about their motherhood experience. They tell us more about ways they’ve felt supported and encouraged, what they wish they could tell their younger selves, and what the most surprising part of motherhood has been.Celebrating MotherhoodWoodstock City Church00:00:00A1E0B4fF7BA3EF422EE4E36Bac40Sun, 04 May 2025 17:14:58 GMTWhen GOOD Becomes god, Part 1: Idol Factory // Samer MassadWe all worship something, but is what we worship worthy of it?We all worship something, but is what we worship worthy of it?Idol FactorySamer Massad00:00:00157363D7848f453826D45A39325cSun, 27 Apr 2025 17:52:45 GMTGrace & Truth: The Beach Version // Andy StanleyGod doesn’t size you up and write you off—and neither should you. In God's eyes, you're invited to move forward, not remain stuck in the past.God doesn’t size you up and write you off—and neither should you. In God's eyes, you're invited to move forward, not remain stuck in the past.Grace & Truth: The Beach VersionAndy Stanley00:00:003f37DD29952eECE839d3A8BAfC42Fri, 18 Apr 2025 09:00:00 GMTGood Friday // Sammer MassadToday is Good Friday—a day we focus on and honor Jesus’s death on the cross. But why is it called good, exactly? Why did Jesus have to die on a cross? And what did his death accomplish? I invited our college pastor, Jake Williams, back for another special edition podcast to explore these questions and more.Today is Good Friday—a day we focus on and honor Jesus’s death on the cross. But why is it called good, exactly? Why did Jesus have to die on a cross? And what did his death accomplish? I invited our college pastor, Jake Williams, back for another special edition podcast to explore these questions and more.Good Friday PodcastWoodstock City Church00:00:00d92E001714EB75E39Db108036439Sun, 13 Apr 2025 17:30:37 GMTDeath Of A King // Andy StanleyDeath had the last word because death was the consequence of sin—but not anymore. Jesus, God’s final King, crushed both sin and death and invites us to reign in life through him.Death had the last word because death was the consequence of sin—but not anymore. Jesus, God’s final King, crushed both sin and death and invites us to reign in life through him.Death Of A KingAndy Stanley00:00:005814B473DcF220EEEB101930C31cSun, 06 Apr 2025 17:35:04 GMTDeath To The King // Andy StanleyAs followers of Jesus, we have all wrestled with the same tension at some point: we all want to be saved, but we don't always want to submit. In this message, we talk about the difference between "Jesus the Savior" and "Jesus the King" and why it's the most important thing.As followers of Jesus, we have all wrestled with the same tension at some point: we all want to be saved, but we don't always want to submit. In this message, we talk about the difference between "Jesus the Savior" and "Jesus the King" and why it's the most important thing.Death To The KingAndy Stanley00:00:0043F195e021553Cf66220C7D50828Sun, 30 Mar 2025 17:12:24 GMTTake Aim // Joel ThomasYou were created on purpose, for a purpose. Without clear vision, you’ll drift into coasting, and coasting always takes you downhill.You were created on purpose, for a purpose. Without clear vision, you’ll drift into coasting, and coasting always takes you downhill.Take AimJoel Thomas00:00:00487B43991bBa58c8dBB1178F6842Sun, 23 Mar 2025 18:36:56 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 5: Just Because // Andy StanleyBefore inviting Peter to follow him, Jesus asked Peter to “put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” After a night of fishing with no success and despite his reservations, Peter agreed: “But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” At some point, every Jesus follower will face their own “because you say so” moment. Like Peter, we won’t know what hangs in the balance or our decision. It’s better to find out than miss out. Ready to engage in Deeper/Wider? We in invite you to make a commitment at DeeperWider.com/commit.Before inviting Peter to follow him, Jesus asked Peter to “put out into deep water, and let down the nets for a catch.” After a night of fishing with no success and despite his reservations, Peter agreed: “But because you say so, I will let down the nets.” At some point, every Jesus follower will face their own “because you say so” moment. Like Peter, we won’t know what hangs in the balance or our decision. It’s better to find out than miss out. Ready to engage in Deeper/Wider? We in invite you to make a commitment at DeeperWider.com/commit.Just BecauseAndy Stanley00:00:00F8ADF0a2fBA5EDE42A6ca04dDEFASun, 16 Mar 2025 17:43:59 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 4: Obstacles // Samer MassadWe know not to put our trust in riches, but in Him who richly provides. So what is your biggest obstacle?We know not to put our trust in riches, but in Him who richly provides. So what is your biggest obstacle?ObstaclesSamer Massad00:00:00C589C06386AB3A291F3fF2187310Sun, 09 Mar 2025 17:14:30 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 3: The Plan // Andy StanleyEveryone has a generosity plan, but most people prioritize spending first and leave giving as an afterthought. Jesus flipped the script on that approach with “Seek ye first” living. Embracing this financial template is a tangible expression of submission to our King.Everyone has a generosity plan, but most people prioritize spending first and leave giving as an afterthought. Jesus flipped the script on that approach with “Seek ye first” living. Embracing this financial template is a tangible expression of submission to our King.The PlanAndy Stanley00:00:004BF459989E3d840CDdAD281C97C7Tue, 04 Mar 2025 12:44:00 GMTAsh Wednesday // Samer MassadWhat is Ash Wednesday about, exactly? Why does it matter? And is there a specific way to observe it? I invited our college pastor, Jake Williams, to join me for this special edition podcast where we answer all these questions and more.What is Ash Wednesday about, exactly? Why does it matter? And is there a specific way to observe it? I invited our college pastor, Jake Williams, to join me for this special edition podcast where we answer all these questions and more.Ash Wednesday // Sammer MassadWoodstock City Church00:00:000EF1519349A8309431BE60f0C51ESun, 02 Mar 2025 18:37:51 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 2: Defining Terms // Andy StanleyJesus redefined generosity—not as spontaneous or sparing, but as intentional and prioritized. His approach ensures we don’t put our trust in riches but in God who richly provides. Choosing to follow his definition of generosity results in greater impact, less worry, more joy, and more peace.Jesus redefined generosity—not as spontaneous or sparing, but as intentional and prioritized. His approach ensures we don’t put our trust in riches but in God who richly provides. Choosing to follow his definition of generosity results in greater impact, less worry, more joy, and more peace.Defining TermsAndy Stanley00:00:00E522D2A9a110E120e5EDc45DE91DSun, 23 Feb 2025 19:09:14 GMTDeeper Wider, Part 1: Everything // Andy StanleyBiblical generosity is informed and fueled by the acknowledgment that God owns it all. We are simply managers. When we adopt that posture, we view everything we “own” as a potential tool to further the agenda of our King. We will give first and adjust our lifestyle accordingly. Christians who adopt this perspective as the organizing principle for their personal finances find it easier to surrender the other components of their life as well. As Jesus made clear, the number one competitor for our devotion to God is our devotion to more. More money and more things. Biblical generosity is informed and fueled by the acknowledgment that God owns it all. We are simply managers. When we adopt that posture, we view everything we “own” as a potential tool to further the agenda of our King. We will give first and adjust our lifestyle accordingly. Christians who adopt this perspective as the organizing principle for their personal finances find it easier to surrender the other components of their life as well. As Jesus made clear, the number one competitor for our devotion to God is our devotion to more. More money and more things. EverythingAndy Stanley00:00:00575A74928F40E03e29FF464DB58ESun, 16 Feb 2025 18:32:24 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 5: Unstoppable // Andy StanleyJesus’s kingdom is not advanced by force, but over time through transformed lives. We are invited to participate in its expansion.Jesus’s kingdom is not advanced by force, but over time through transformed lives. We are invited to participate in its expansion.UnstoppableAndy Stanley00:00:0031C7F4F15EF79D3F2654D68004C1Sun, 09 Feb 2025 18:59:23 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 4: Fight Like the King // Andy StanleyThe fight of faith is about becoming more like Jesus, not about defeating enemies.The fight of faith is about becoming more like Jesus, not about defeating enemies.Fight Like the KingAndy Stanley00:00:00BA1a9288523AEd55CD78EeCC82f8Sun, 02 Feb 2025 17:47:01 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 3: King of My Heart // Sammer MassadTo participate in the kingdom of God is to surrender our hearts to the rule and reign of God.To participate in the kingdom of God is to surrender our hearts to the rule and reign of God.King of My HeartSamer Massad00:00:003Cd7CE4167CBD4AF32CCD26F7341Sun, 26 Jan 2025 18:49:58 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 2: Reclaiming the Plotline // Andy StanleyThe term "Christ" was originally a royal title meaning "Anointed One" or “King,” not a name. And the message of the Gospel is not just about personal salvation, but about aligning with the reign of Jesus as King.The term "Christ" was originally a royal title meaning "Anointed One" or “King,” not a name. And the message of the Gospel is not just about personal salvation, but about aligning with the reign of Jesus as King.Reclaiming the PlotlineAndy Stanley00:00:001DFAD46Ed1f81CBA0A286538998ESun, 19 Jan 2025 18:33:39 GMTThe Last Kingdom, Part 1: Lost in Translation // Andy StanleyIf we re-center our faith around the arrival of a King rather than a ticket to heaven, we will discover why his arrival and his kingdom is good news for all people.If we re-center our faith around the arrival of a King rather than a ticket to heaven, we will discover why his arrival and his kingdom is good news for all people.Lost in TranslationAndy Stanley00:00:00Df8ba10F6aE811EC08f020AE21EFSun, 05 Jan 2025 19:28:34 GMTMade for More // Andy StanleyJust as the apostle Paul wrote to the Jesus followers in Ephesus, you were made for something more than yourself. You are God’s workmanship, and you’ve got something to offer God’s Kingdom.Just as the apostle Paul wrote to the Jesus followers in Ephesus, you were made for something more than yourself. You are God’s workmanship, and you’ve got something to offer God’s Kingdom.Made for MoreAndy Stanley00:00:005F41A4A208EEB0CCBA26CBFDA8A4Sun, 29 Dec 2024 16:32:00 GMTWake Up // Samer MassadThere is a direct relationship between following in the way of Jesus and unleashing our potential for good.There is a direct relationship between following in the way of Jesus and unleashing our potential for good.Wake UpSamer Massad00:00:00CF7b43FeB7d414AbEE75d9ac6A3BSun, 22 Dec 2024 19:15:45 GMTLet There Be Light // Samer MassadSince the very beginning, God has been illuminating the darkness. And with the birth of Jesus, God was proclaiming to the world, “Let there be light.”Since the very beginning, God has been illuminating the darkness. And with the birth of Jesus, God was proclaiming to the world, “Let there be light.”Let There Be LightSamer Massad00:00:006Bd265FC1C79F4F4A45154033037Sun, 15 Dec 2024 19:01:20 GMTSinners Like Me, Part 3: Misfits & Embarrassments // Andy StanleyThe lineage of Jesus is full of people with stories that would make anyone blush, including the likes of King David and Lot’s daughters. But in spite of jaw-dropping choices people made, God’s purposes marched forward. The lineage of Jesus is full of people with stories that would make anyone blush, including the likes of King David and Lot’s daughters. But in spite of jaw-dropping choices people made, God’s purposes marched forward. Misfits & EmbarrassmentsAndy Stanley00:00:00b0800f06CB74b90a294ED753e4b6Sun, 08 Dec 2024 18:37:17 GMTSinners Like Me, Part 2: Party Crasher // Andy StanleyRahab is one of a few people in the lineage of Jesus that wasn’t Jewish — she was a Canaanite. Not to mention, she was a prostitute. But neither of those things kept her from being used by God in an incredible way.Rahab is one of a few people in the lineage of Jesus that wasn’t Jewish — she was a Canaanite. Not to mention, she was a prostitute. But neither of those things kept her from being used by God in an incredible way.Party CrasherAndy Stanley00:00:002F2F2D4Ec3f307F22c97Ce917e72Sun, 01 Dec 2024 18:26:46 GMTSinners Like Me, Part 1: The Back Story // Andy StanleyThe story of Judah and Tamar is probably not one we would have mentioned if we were the ones telling the back story of Jesus’s ancestors. However, many times God’s story highlights the unlikely and the undeserving.The story of Judah and Tamar is probably not one we would have mentioned if we were the ones telling the back story of Jesus’s ancestors. However, many times God’s story highlights the unlikely and the undeserving.The Back StoryAndy Stanley00:00:00B10e613607F474bC8170d31CEAEBSun, 24 Nov 2024 17:58:55 GMTVoices of Woodstock City, Part 3: Because You Say So // Chad WardNo one likes unsolicited advice, but at times it feels like God gives a lot of it. This Sunday we’ll hear about the power of saying yes to direction, regardless of whether we asked for it.No one likes unsolicited advice, but at times it feels like God gives a lot of it. This Sunday we’ll hear about the power of saying yes to direction, regardless of whether we asked for it.Because You Say SoChad Ward00:00:008Cf8207f07BEd801BbD7EF2A4215Sun, 10 Nov 2024 19:01:42 GMTVoices of Woodstock City, Part 1: It's Your Choice // Heather BrewerLife’s challenges are inevitable, but choosing to trust God during those tough times can be transformative. It’s when we are faced with struggle that our faith is exposed and can be strengthened.Life’s challenges are inevitable, but choosing to trust God during those tough times can be transformative. It’s when we are faced with struggle that our faith is exposed and can be strengthened.It's Your ChoiceHeather Brewer00:00:00C49D3D854CE3D78d9C6Ba1AC5716Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:07:47 GMTMiracles: Then & Now, Part 4: In the Zone // Andy StanleyWhile we can't predict when miracles happen, there is a posture we can take that increases the chances of God doing a supernatural work within us.While we can't predict when miracles happen, there is a posture we can take that increases the chances of God doing a supernatural work within us.In the ZoneAndy Stanley00:00:00B249e23C9a82e13C32896F5449cFSun, 27 Oct 2024 17:23:24 GMTMiracles: Then & Now, Part 3: Don't Lost Hope // Joel ThomasOur circumstances don’t define how God feels about us. So how do we navigate those circumstances when we don’t get the miracle?Our circumstances don’t define how God feels about us. So how do we navigate those circumstances when we don’t get the miracle?Don't Lose HopeJoel Thomas00:00:003CF9a09124A4B76E2776E181D080Sun, 20 Oct 2024 17:21:52 GMTMiracles: Then & Now, Part 2: Mystery and Inconsistency // Andy StanleyMiracles are at God’s discretion to further God’s purposes. Miracles are at God’s discretion to further God’s purposes. Mystery and InconsistencyAndy Stanley00:00:004b309CD0d754F3dB8C28d016577ESun, 13 Oct 2024 17:52:18 GMTMiracles: Then & Now, Part 1: Who Needs 'Em // Andy StanleyThe miracle of the universe is the foundation of our faith in God, but a different miracle is the foundation of our faith in Jesus.The miracle of the universe is the foundation of our faith in God, but a different miracle is the foundation of our faith in Jesus.Who Needs 'EmAndy Stanley00:00:00dABF5771513393d38bE37B6C46D6Sun, 06 Oct 2024 22:03:09 GMTBe Rich: Uncomfortably Close // Andy StanleyServing people with different lived experiences is one of the primary things God uses to fine-tune our worldview.Serving people with different lived experiences is one of the primary things God uses to fine-tune our worldview.Uncomfortably CloseAndy Stanley00:00:000408FCF4D24C3B411972c40D8CCBSun, 29 Sep 2024 18:46:33 GMTSleeping Giant, Part 3: Paresthesia // Samer MassadWe are all uniquely gifted to play a part in the story of God. And every part is indispensable.We are all uniquely gifted to play a part in the story of God. And every part is indispensable.ParesthesiaSamer Massad00:00:0072716FD5B261eC8A7CE35Da855F5Sun, 22 Sep 2024 17:34:10 GMTSleeping Giant, Part 2: Worth Your Salt // Samer MassadThe intention and desire of Jesus for his church is that we would be a difference and make an impact.The intention and desire of Jesus for his church is that we would be a difference and make an impact.Worth Your SaltSamer Massad00:00:00A43E3E0734208BC89DC0834A647eSun, 15 Sep 2024 19:21:00 GMTSleeping Giant, Part 1: Wake Up // Samer MassadThere is a direct relationship between following in the way of Jesus and unleashing our potential for good.There is a direct relationship between following in the way of Jesus and unleashing our potential for good.Wake UpSamer Massad00:00:0048D24d76899ECC1258F01b892023Sun, 08 Sep 2024 17:38:53 GMTBe Rich: Making History // Andy StanleySince 2007, our Be Rich campaign has been making the world an even better place. After all, devotion to God is best demonstrated and authenticated through love for others.Since 2007, our Be Rich campaign has been making the world an even better place. After all, devotion to God is best demonstrated and authenticated through love for others.Making HistoryAndy Stanley00:00:0052C69D2D9900b68c40A7bC777651Sun, 01 Sep 2024 18:47:42 GMTThe Responsibles, Part 4: The Me You Can't See // Andy StanleyWe must take responsibility for the me nobody can see.We must take responsibility for the me nobody can see.The Me You Can't SeeAndy Stanley00:00:00BD493156F3Efbf9EE484470275B4Sun, 25 Aug 2024 17:37:51 GMTThe Responsibles, Part 3: Here Today, Here Tomorrow // Andy StanleyOur choices today will leave our loved ones with one of two things in the future: a burden or a blessing.Our choices today will leave our loved ones with one of two things in the future: a burden or a blessing.Here Today, Here TomorrowAndy Stanley00:00:001C52800B4Bad63917E2b70d795C7Sun, 18 Aug 2024 17:59:51 GMTThe Responsibles, Part 2: Looking Back // Andy StanleySometimes we have to go back to move forward.Sometimes we have to go back to move forward.Looking BackAndy Stanley00:00:001F45849e2599C7535a4407353cDcSun, 11 Aug 2024 17:39:28 GMTThe Responsibles, Part 1: Your Invitation to Super // Andy StanleyYour irresponsibility will eventually become somebody else's responsibility.Your irresponsibility will eventually become somebody else's responsibility.Your Invitation to SuperAndy Stanley00:00:0057F2499B26325d5F91D9666a2aa0Sun, 04 Aug 2024 18:44:18 GMTUnmistakable, Unshakable // Andy StanleyWe are far more likely to develop meaningful faith when people of faith surround us.We are far more likely to develop meaningful faith when people of faith surround us.Unmistakable, UnshakableAndy Stanley00:00:0038c20e752AD4550e2F8aAF59923eSun, 28 Jul 2024 19:11:00 GMTGames We Play, Part 4: The Change Game // Samer MassadWe have a natural tendency to be critical toward others because we want others to change for our benefit. So how does Jesus actually address this idea of being critical and judging others? Is it ever healthy? How do you want to be judged?We have a natural tendency to be critical toward others because we want others to change for our benefit. So how does Jesus actually address this idea of being critical and judging others? Is it ever healthy? How do you want to be judged?The Change GameSamer Massad00:00:00e3349974e8969CB637039a1A415BSun, 21 Jul 2024 18:44:00 GMTGames We Play, Part 3: The Comparison Game // Samer MassadA game that requires a loser is a game nobody wins. When we play the comparison game and allow envy to motivate our actions, it can cost us more than we expect.A game that requires a loser is a game nobody wins. When we play the comparison game and allow envy to motivate our actions, it can cost us more than we expect.The Comparison GameSamer Massad00:00:00BA4Fc3740ADd5D145D00DDAB92B6Sun, 14 Jul 2024 18:03:00 GMTGames We Play, Part 2: The Blame Game // Joel ThomasWhen it comes to relationships, the blame game is a game that no one wins.When it comes to relationships, the blame game is a game that no one wins.The Blame GameJoel Thomas00:00:00