Woodside Bible Church Downriver

06/12/2026

There are billions of people in this world who have never once heard the name of Jesus. If that is ever going to change, it has to begin somewhere, and it begins with prayer.

That’s why we’re inviting you to join the Woodside Global Prayer Team.

Each month, you’ll receive simple, specific ways to pray for our missionaries and global partners serving around the world. Practical, meaningful ways for you and your family to lift up what God is already doing across the nations.

When we pray, we aren’t waiting for the work to start, we’re joining in on work God is already doing. Prayer is how we participate in something that stretches far beyond our own community and into the corners of the earth that still haven’t heard.

If you want to see the name of Jesus proclaimed among the nations, this is where it starts. Sign up today at the link below; it only takes a moment, but your prayers can make an eternal difference.

🌍 https://woodsidebible.org/outreach/reach/subscribe/

06/06/2026

At Woodside, the Special Needs Ministry is a vital part of the Body of Christ.

When Jesus walked this earth, He was drawn to those the world pushed aside. He offered compassion, hope, and a new identity beyond every label. That same heart still beats in His Church today.

Read today's blog to discover three ways the special needs community carries out God's mission and reflects His love to all.

Jesus drew near to the marginalized, and so does His Church. Discover three ways the special needs community is essential to the global Church.

05/29/2026

Spiritual growth doesn't happen overnight.

In Galatians 5:22–23, Paul writes: “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control; against such things there is no law.”

The fruit of the Spirit is the visible evidence of the Holy Spirit working within a believer’s life. Just as fruit on a tree reveals what kind of tree it is, spiritual fruit reveals spiritual growth. These characteristics are not personality traits that some people naturally have and others don’t. They are qualities produced through abiding in Christ.

Click the image below to read today's blog for a look at each fruit of the Spirit and how to identify them in your own life.

Wondering if you're growing in your spiritual life? Recognize spiritual growth by learning about the Fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22–23.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day honors those who gave their lives for our American freedoms and to protect the oppressed around the world.

As Christians, we have a unique opportunity to reflect the heart of Jesus by honoring those who served, coming alongside those who grieve, and sharing the Gospel in a country made free by their sacrifice.

Click the image below to read today's blog for five ways to love like Jesus on this national holiday.👇

Memorial Day honors those who gave their lives for our American freedoms. Read today's blog for five ways to love like Jesus on this national holiday.

05/15/2026

Most of us will spend a huge chunk of our lives at work. Is that time just about earning a paycheck, or is God doing something more?

Scripture has a lot to say about how our jobs can reflect God's character and point others to Jesus. Click the image below and read today’s blog to discover what God says about work.

Has God ever shown up in your workplace in a way you didn't expect? Tell us about it in the comments.👇

Work can sometimes feel exhausting and mundane, but God has a lot to say about it. Read about how our jobs can point others to Jesus.

05/13/2026

Bring someone with you this Sunday.

We're starting Passing the Baton, a brand new series on how we carry the Gospel forward, one generation at a time. Whether you've been walking with Jesus for decades or you're still figuring things out, there's a place for you in this story.

Then that evening, all of Woodside will come together for our Annual Celebration Sunday at the Troy campus; food trucks, inflatables, worship, and our whole church family under one roof!

May 17. Don't miss it.

05/10/2026

To every woman who has poured herself out for others, this one is for you.

We're excited to announce the What Matters Women's Conference is back November 6–7!

This year's theme: Resisting the Cultural Pull on Our Spiritual Habits. Because in a world that never stops pulling– prayer, Scripture, and community are worth fighting for.

Early Bird registration is open now!
Tag a woman in your life who needs this.👇

🔗 Register today: https://woodsidebible.org/events/details/?id=329668

05/10/2026

Every life is a gift, and this Mother's Day, we want to celebrate that together.

We believe God calls His Church to protect and support life at every stage. That's why Woodside partners with pregnancy centers, anti-trafficking ministries, foster care organizations, and more, right here in our communities.

Whether you want to give, volunteer, or just learn more, we've put together a full resource guide with everything you need to take a next step.

Tap the link below to explore partner organizations, ways to get involved, and how your generosity makes a difference this Mother's Day. 💚

Resources: https://woodsidebible.org/read/sanctity-of-life-resource-guide/

05/08/2026

⏰ Last call, students & parents: early bird pricing for Hope 365 ends TONIGHT.

Three days. Real community. A reminder that your life isn't random– God created you on purpose, with purpose, and for a purpose.

July 16–18 | Troy, MI | $159 before midnight → $179 after

Grab your spot now: https://woodsidebible.org/hope-365/

05/07/2026

Today is the National Day of Prayer. 🙏

Across the country, believers are waking up and bringing their voices to God, and we want our church family right there with them.

Before the day gets away from you, pause. Pray for your family. Your neighbors. Our church. The nations. And the Christians around the world carrying the Gospel into places that desperately need Jesus.

Prayer is how we worship. It's how we grow. It's how we seek His face together.

Ready to go deeper? We've put together prayer resources to help guide your time with God today. Head to woodsidebible.org/read/?filter=prayer to explore them now. 💚

"Look to the Lord and His strength; seek His face always." — 1 Chronicles 16:11 (ESV)