Willingdon Church Podcast

Why Wait? - Acts 2

In spring, we love the longer days, but we can’t wait for the warmer temperatures of summer.  And then, when it gets hot and dry in summer, we can’t wait for rainfall. In the fall, we can’t wait for the first snowfall (ski season is around the corner). Then we can’t wait for Christmas. And on it goes. When we think of relationships, if we want to marry, we look forward to meeting that special partner. And then we wonder when the engagement will happen. And then we can’t wait for the wedding day, and then for the first child to be born. And then we can’t wait for the child to grow up and get married. When it comes to work, we look forward to finishing a degree, landing our first real job, and receiving promotions. Some of us also look ahead to retirement. And if you live for a long time, you will find yourself longing for heaven. What are you waiting for today?  Do you see your waiting period as wasted time? 1. While we wait, God is active. 2. While we wait, God prepares us for something we cannot afford to miss.   3. While we wait, we are limited in what we see.  God sees it all! 4. When the wait is over, be ready to testify to what God has done. 5. The wait for the gift of the Holy Spirit is over.

It's Our Birthday | Preachers Through Your Speakers EP 31

Silas is joined by Pastor Brody and Pastor Richard as we finish off 1st Corinthians and answer your questions. We originally started this podcast at the start of the book, during our In-House Conversation series, and now we're here! If you have any input for us, let us know, and keep sending in your questions to ask@wilingdon.org.   00:00 Intro 01:15 Sermon Summary 03:33 Inconvenient Relationships 33:10 The Lord's Will 49:20 Outro

P.S. I Love You - 1 Corinthians 16:5-24

We’ve made it to the end of the letter of 1 Corinthians. Paul details his travel hopes, the ongoing ministry, and the ministers serving with him. He gives greetings from other believers to encourage the Corinthians. But through the entire closing, he reminds the Corinthians of his love for them, even in the midst of church conflict. What does true Christian love look like when God’s people are hard to love? * Love stays present. * Love stands firm. * Love centers on Christ

A Very Gouda Episode | Preachers Through Your Speakers EP 30

Today, Silas is joined by Pastor Ray and Pastor Jonathan! We cover topics such as tithing 10%, Preachers in Sneakers and Jonathan's love for tech! We have one more episode left in this series as we finish 1 Corinthians, so get your questions in for next week, ask@wilingdon.org. 00:00 Intro 02:24 Sermon Summary 10:50 What Are Treasures In Heaven? 15:08 Pastors Who Do Have Monetary Wealth 25:33 Advice for those outside the church who are critical about Church Spending 32:18 Does the 10% still apply today? 42:00 Time and Money 47:43 Ray's spending habits 52:11 Besides Church, how do you decide where to give 55:16 Outro This Podcast is a companion podcast to our Sunday sermon. Join the Pastors of Willingdon and Austin Heights each week as they dive a little deeper into each topic, answer questions, and provide a few laughs along the way.    Website: https://willingdon.org/ [https://willingdon.org/]   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willingdon/ [https://www.instagram.com/willingdon/]

The What, Why, and How of Giving - 1 Corinthians 16:1-4

We don’t talk about money very often. Who taught you how to think about money? When I received my first payment, my mother said to me, “Ray, let’s open an account for you at the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.” The teller window was so high I couldn’t see the woman receiving all my hard-earned money, but I went home with a gold-coloured bank book.  My fortune was safe, in the bank vault.   My mother said to me, “A penny saved is a penny earned.”   What’s your story? What did your mother (or father) teach you about money? Does the gospel story shape how you manage money today?   In 1 Corinthians 16, Paul transitions from the conversation about resurrection from the dead to daily life. The way we think about the life to come shapes everything in this earthly life, including how we handle money. 1. The Money of Giving 2. The Motivation for Giving 3. Mechanics of Giving