THE FATHER'S HEART || Jeremiah Thompson

THE FATHER'S HEART || Jeremiah Thompson

What does God actually feel toward you? Not toward the best version of you — toward you as you are right now? In this message for WoodsEdge Young Adults, Jeremiah Thompson opens up one of the most foundational truths in all of Scripture: the Father's heart is positioned toward you. Not because you've earned it, not because you've got it all together, but because of Jesus. This message walks through what real love actually is, what has been keeping us from receiving it, and what it looks like to walk fully in the freedom and identity that Christ has already secured for us. You are loved, forgiven, called, free from fear, and in right standing with God. The question is whether you'll live like it.

FIVE TRUTHS I WISH I KNEW AT 25 || Justin Kessler

In this message, Justin Kessler shares five truths he wishes he knew at 25—truths that would have saved stress, reshaped his priorities, and anchored his life in lasting peace. Through personal testimony and biblical wisdom, we are reminded that God truly redeems all things, that accepting our brokenness opens the door to freedom, and that faithfulness matters more than impressiveness. From navigating comparison and friendship to embracing singleness and choosing to please God above all else, this message calls us to build a life that lasts. Real peace and purpose aren’t found in achievement, approval, or success, but in walking closely with Jesus and living faithfully in every season. In the end, what matters most is not how impressive we were—but whether we trusted God, loved people well, and remained faithful.

THE HOLINESS OF WORSHIP || Joseph Thompson

In this message, Joseph Thompson teaches on the holiness of worship and what it truly means to host the presence of God. Rather than reducing worship to singing songs, this conversation reframes worship as a response to the gospel—one that begins with repentance, thanksgiving, and praise, and is lived out through obedience and holiness.

THINGS THAT LAST || Curtis Rosinski

As a new year begins, it’s easy to focus on resolutions and fresh starts—but this message Pastor Curtis Rosinski invites us to consider the things that truly last. Rather than chasing short-lived intensity or self-improvement, we’re reminded that a faithful life is shaped by direction, endurance, and love practiced over time.

HOW GOD BUILDS HIS CHURCH THROUGH US || Kelley Reilly

In this message, Kelley teaches from 1 Peter 2:1–5 on what it means to be living stones built on Jesus, our cornerstone. We’re reminded that God is building His Church through imperfect people filled with the Holy Spirit. From worship to community, we’re called to be a spiritual house that carries God’s presence to the world.