Wonder Church

Wonder Church
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We are a life-giving church in Eastside Seattle, in the Pacific Northwest. Our vision is to plant churches in cultural epicenters around the world. We are all about empowering people to be everything they were made to be.

  1. Closer Than a Brother

    22H AGO

    Closer Than a Brother

    Closer than a Brother | Proverbs 18:24 We live in a world with more connections than ever, yet many people feel more alone than ever. We have more followers, more options, more conversations, and more access—but fewer deep friendships that can actually carry weight. In this message, “Closer than a Brother,” we look at Proverbs 18:24 and the difference between having many companions and having a true friend. Scripture warns that a person with many companions may still come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. This message confronts the spiritual pull of “more”—more attention, more praise, more affection, more intimacy, more options—and shows how the endless pursuit of more can leave us increasingly lonely. Jesus shows us a better way. He loved the multitudes, sent the 72, chose the 12, brought the 3 close, and shared deep friendship with the beloved disciple. The invitation is not to love fewer people less, but to love the right people more deeply. In this message:  Why hard times reveal true friends  How social media and modern dating can create shallow connection  Why deep friendship requires time, intention, and shared experience  What Jesus teaches us through His circles of intimacy  Why not everyone should have the same level of access to your life  How to exchange the love of many for the love of a few  What it means to invite Jesus into the center of your closest circle You do not need more friends as much as you need to love the people around you more faithfully. And above every earthly friendship, Jesus offers Himself as the Friend who sticks closer than a brother. Scripture: Proverbs 18:24 Message Title: Closer than a Brother Core theme: Exchange the love of many for the love of a few

    43 min
  2. The Sanctity of Life

    MAY 11

    The Sanctity of Life

    Sanctity of Life | Romans 5:6–8 In this message, we look at the sanctity of human life through the authority of Scripture and the heart of the gospel. On Mother’s Day, Wonder Church partnered with Love Life to pray, fast, give, and take practical steps toward creating a culture of love and life. This message addresses the difficult questions surrounding abortion, the value of the unborn, the responsibility of the Church, and the hope of the gospel for every person. Scripture teaches that God sees life in the womb as known, formed, valued, and purposed. From Jeremiah 1 to Psalm 139 to Luke 1, we see that unborn life is not hidden from God, forgotten by God, or less valuable to God. But this message does not stop at conviction. It also calls the Church to compassion, action, and care for mothers, fathers, children, orphans, and families in crisis. The heart of the message is Romans 5:6–8: while we were utterly helpless, Christ came for us. Just as the unborn are helpless, we were helpless in our sin. And just as life requires sacrifice, Jesus gave His life so that we could live. This is not only a message about life in the womb. It is a message about the gospel, the authority of Scripture, and the call of the Church to love both mother and child with truth, compassion, and courage. In this message:  Why Christians build their worldview from Scripture, not culture  What the Bible teaches about life in the womb  How to think biblically about difficult and painful situations  Why caring for orphans, widows, and vulnerable families is part of the sanctity of life  How the gospel reveals God’s heart for the helpless  Practical ways to respond through prayer, fasting, giving, and action Scripture: Romans 5:6–8 Message Title: Sanctity of Life Partner: Love Life Theme: Life, compassion, Scripture, and the gospel

    36 min
  3. Bread From Heaven

    MAY 5

    Bread From Heaven

    In this message, Jeff Vantrease teaches on communion and the truth that Jesus is our daily bread. Through the picture of bread from heaven, we are reminded that God provides daily grace, daily strength, and daily life through Christ.

    58 min
  4. People are the Prize

    APR 20

    People are the Prize

    People are the Prize | 1 John 3:10 We live in a world where meaningful relationships are constantly being traded for convenience, distraction, speed, safety, and self-protection. Real connection is hard. Vulnerability is costly. And little by little, many of us have learned to avoid people instead of love them. In this message, “People are the Prize,” we look at 1 John 3:10 and the bold truth that one of the clearest markers of following Jesus is not just personal morality or private spirituality, but love for people. According to Scripture, loving others is not optional for the Christian life. It is central to it. This sermon confronts the ways isolation, hurry, competition, insecurity, and even technology can distort the way we see others. It also reminds us that the problem goes deeper than culture alone. Our sinful nature, the fallen world, and spiritual opposition all work against healthy, God-centered relationships. But Jesus calls us into something radically different. The shift is this: people are not obstacles, interruptions, or tools. People are the prize. Drawing from 1 John, John 13, Romans 12, and the writings of C.S. Lewis, this message invites us to see people the way God sees them and to reorient our lives around success not as achievement, but as learning to love well. And the solution is not simply trying harder. The solution is first receiving the love of God for yourself. Because in the kingdom of God, loved people love people. In this message:  Why loving people is a defining mark of a true disciple  How isolation and avoidance distort discipleship  Why following Jesus cannot be done apart from community  The spiritual battle behind division, toxicity, and relational breakdown  What it means to see others as eternally significant  Why the answer to loving people is receiving the love of God first If you have felt disconnected, guarded, disappointed in relationships, or tempted to withdraw from people, this message is a call back to the heart of discipleship: to receive God’s love and reflect it toward others. Scripture: 1 John 3:10 Message Title: People are the Prize Core theme: Loved people love people

    53 min
  5. Jesus, the Bread of Life | Pastor Tim Olson

    APR 13

    Jesus, the Bread of Life | Pastor Tim Olson

    In this message, Pastor Tim Olson teaches on Jesus as the Bread of Life and the truth that only Christ can truly satisfy the human soul. While the world offers temporary fulfillment, Jesus alone gives lasting life, hope, and satisfaction.

    40 min
  6. He Knows My Name | Easter at Wonder

    APR 13

    He Knows My Name | Easter at Wonder

    In this Easter message, Pastor CJ Witkoe teaches from John 20:11–16 and the powerful moment when Jesus calls Mary by name at the empty tomb. Mary had seen the signs of the resurrection, but what changed everything was not just evidence or miracles. It was a personal encounter with the risen Jesus.

    40 min
  7. Your King Comes to You | Palm Sunday @ Wonder

    MAR 30

    Your King Comes to You | Palm Sunday @ Wonder

    Your King Comes to You | Palm Sunday Sermon“See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey…” — Matthew 21:5 Palm Sunday isn’t just a moment in history—it’s a deeply personal invitation. In this message, Pastor CJ Witkoe explores the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem and asks a powerful question: Did Jesus choose the cross… or was He forced into it? The answer changes everything. Through the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9 and the events of Matthew 21, we see that Jesus didn’t just accidentally fulfill prophecy—He intentionally chose to fulfill it. From riding on a donkey to remaining silent before His accusers, Jesus actively stepped into God’s plan. And that reveals something profound: What He couldn’t control reveals His identity (He is God).  What He chose reveals His character (He is love). The bottom line of this message is simple—but life-changing: Your choices reveal your character. And Jesus’ choice?  He chose to come for you. In this sermon, you’ll discover: 👑 Why Palm Sunday prophecy is both miraculous and intentional 📖 How Jesus fulfilled over 300 prophecies—and why it matters 🔥 The difference between divine identity and chosen obedience 💧 How God pursues us before we ever pursue Him ❤️ Why your relationship with Jesus starts with His choice—not yours While we often think of faith as us searching for God, Scripture flips the story: Jesus came to you first. “We love because He first loved us.” — 1 John 4:19 Before you ever reached for Him,  before you ever believed,  before you ever cleaned up your life— Your King was already on His way to you. 📖 Scripture: Matthew 21:1–5, Zechariah 9:9, Luke 24:44, Romans 5:8 🎙️ Message Title: Your King Comes to You 📅 Occasion: Palm Sunday

    49 min
  8. Psalm 42:11 | Hope in God

    MAR 23

    Psalm 42:11 | Hope in God

    Hope In God | Psalm 42:11“Why are you cast down, O my soul… Hope in God; for I shall again praise him.” — Psalm 42:11 What do you do when you’re still struggling… even after everything you’ve learned? Psalm 42 ends with a powerful, repeated declaration that cuts through despair, doubt, and exhaustion: Hope in God. In this message, Pastor CJ Witkoe unpacks one of the most important spiritual practices in the Christian life—leading your soul when it feels like it’s falling apart. Because the truth is: It’s not over… because God’s not done. This verse isn’t a quick fix or a denial of pain. The psalmist is still downcast. Still in turmoil. Still struggling. But instead of giving up, he speaks truth to his soul again—and again—and again. Why? Because repetition forms habits, habits shape lives, and lives determine destinies. In this sermon, you’ll learn: 🧠 What it means to practice true “soul leadership” (without denying your pain)  🔁 Why spiritual repetition is essential for growth and maturity  🔥 How to keep going when you’re tired of “learning lessons”  🙏 What it actually means to “hope in God”  💡 Why hope isn’t wishful thinking—but confident trust in God’s unfinished work When your soul loses hope, there’s no strategy, discipline, or effort that can fix it. Only hope in God can restore the soul. No matter what your story has been up to this point—  no matter how far you’ve fallen, how long you’ve struggled, or how tired you feel— God has the final word. 📖 Scripture: Psalm 42:11, Galatians 6:9, John 1:16 🎙️ Series: Psalm 42 🧭 Message Title: Hope In God

    40 min
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We are a life-giving church in Eastside Seattle, in the Pacific Northwest. Our vision is to plant churches in cultural epicenters around the world. We are all about empowering people to be everything they were made to be.

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    Wonder Church
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    258
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    Clean
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