Messages & Media

When God Marks A Life

Becoming a marked person

Through baptism, you can be publicly and permanently marked as one who belongs to God, plus you can begin to experience a life marked eternally by God-moments and Kingdom-impact! Read More
When God Marks A Life

When God marks a life

It’s important to surround ourselves with symbols to remind us of the moments when God met us and marked our lives with His love, grace, and power. Read More
Byo Bucket

BYO Bucket

In our highlights-driven world, we get to see news reels and sports shows full of amazing moments and triumphant victories. In Scripture, we learn about Jesus turning water into wine, but we didn’t read about his team filling the barrels of water one bucket at a time. It’s ...Read More
Jeff Schwartzentraub

Kirk Nowery

Having served alongside noted Christian leaders such as John Maxwell and Franklin Graham, Kirk Nowery now helps lead Hope Partners International, a multi-faceted ministry group with world-wide impact. A sure way to grow in wisdom is to learn from those who have gone before us. Join us for this powerful ...Read More
Jeff Schwartzentraub

Chad Hovind

A creative author and pastor native to Central Illinois, Chad Hovind now serves as co-Lead Pastor at Horizon Community Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. A sure way to grow in wisdom is to learn from those who have gone before us. Join us for this powerful message as Chad Hovind shares ...Read More
Jeff Schwartzentraub

Craig Smith

Dr. Craig Smith is currently a pastor and church leader at Northwoods as Chillicothe Campus Pastor and Engage Pastor, overseeing international missions. A sure way to grow in wisdom is to learn from those who have gone before us. Join us for this powerful message as Craig Smith shares the ...Read More
Jeff Schwartzentraub

Jeff Schwartzentraub

A long-time Central Illinois leader and teacher, Jeff Schwarzentraub is now the senior pastor at Harvest Bible Chapel in Denver, Colorado. A sure way to grow in wisdom is to learn from those who have gone before us. Join us for this powerful message as Jeff Schwarzentraub shares the lessons ...Read More
Jeff Allen

Jeff Allen

The Northwoods family is excited to have Jeff Allen as a weekend service guest speaker next month! For three decades, Jeff Allen has been performing comedic acts all across the country. His Happy Wife, Happy Life® message of a marriage gone wrong and redeemed has given laughter and encouragement to ...Read More
Utilizing Your Sl Compass

Maintaining SL Confidence

When you step out to influence people or affect change, you are putting your head and your heart on the chopping block. You will face criticism and opposition. You will lose heart and want to give up. But that is not God’s way. Find and keep your heart, voice, ...Read More