Lust and Purity
Do We Have the Courage to Face Some of Our Darkest Secrets?
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Lust and Purity Resources
We're Here to Help
Sloth and Diligence
Are We Spending Too Much Time Going After the Wrong Things?
Tasty Tuesdays: Nacatamales
Today, we’ll look at Arlie from South Barrington's family recipe for Nacatamales, a Nicaraguan family experience
Priceless
We’re More than Our History, Name, or Status
Against All Odds
God’s Word gives example after example of people overcoming obstacles to step into a new future and a new hope. As a church family, it’s time we see that this future and hope is available to us, too; that against all odds, through Jesus, we can rise, persevere, and experience life-changing victory.
Tasty Tuesdays: Arepas
Today, we’ll look at Cesar and Denise from Huntley's recipe for Arepas, a favorite Colombian appetizer
Spiritual Gifts From & For God
Dive Deeper into Understanding Your Spiritual Gifts
Welcome to Willow
“I joined the small group not knowing Jesus”
What a Gift to be Met, Right Where You Are
Giant Slayer
Let’s Never Forget Who Our God Is
His Power in Our Weakness
If We Want Real and Lasting Change, then We Need to Involve God in the Conversation
Suicide Prevention Month
The World Needs You
Beliefs and Values
Love God. Love People. Change the World.
"I thought I wasn’t a good enough Christian for a small group"
Courageously Taking That Next Step
No Going Back
Like Nicodemus, are We “All In” with Our Faith?
Worship & Vision Night
Be part of praying, worshipping, and hearing what’s next for Willow Creek.
All Prayed Out
God always hears our prayers, but we may not always like His response
Ride for A Safe Place
A Motorcycle Ride to Serve Those in Our Communities
Change the Channel
Where are we getting our Truth from?
Elder Nomination
Blessing through Backpacks
Serving and Sharing through Willow’s Backpack Drive
Through Him, For Him
Willow’s Community Empower Shower: Serving Those in Greatest Need
Journey to the Water
Every Journey to Baptism is a Fingerprint
Heart of Worship with Joe Freeman
Discovering the heart of worship with Willow's worship leaders
Hallelujah
Remembering to praise God through all
Get Rhythm
Taking steps to get on beat with God
Praying for Sandblast
Partner with us in praying for our parents, leaders, volunteers, and students
For You Are With Me
God is the Good Shepherd who is ever-present with His sheep
Backpack Drive
Please join us as we answer God's call in being the hands and feet of Jesus in our communities, and let's set our neighborhood kids up for success this upcoming school year!
Heart of Worship with Eli Moore
Discovering the heart of worship with Willow's worship leaders
Be Still & Know
When we go through the storms of life, where are our eyes focused?
Anger Not Harbored
Do we truly believe in God's amazing grace?
Road Trip Radio
Throughout this series, we’ll explore the power of music by studying different Psalms across a wide variety of situations and themes.
Alive Without Breathing
Throughout this series, Alive Without Breathing, we’ll dig in and explore the purpose and passion behind prayer, and why it’s a resource we should utilize most, not just in desperation.
Baptism
Small Groups
Gene Appel
Our words have the power to build up or tear down, to give light or fan flames. Join us this weekend as acclaimed writer, pastor, and friend Gene Appel returns to Willow to lead services with a message called "Words of Life."
Daily Devotionals
Sign up and look for them on weekdays at 5 a.m.
Pray Boldly, Trust Courageously
Do we trust God enough to pray the boldest of prayers?
The Long-Awaited Harvest
What if we held onto hope just a little bit longer?
Fatherly Optimism
Honoring Willow Dads this Father’s Day
Never Walking Alone
Honoring Willow Dads this Father’s Day
The Between
What do we do when we’re between where we were and where we want to be?
A Father's Footprints
Honoring Willow Dads this Father’s Day
Triumphant Hurt
God can pick up the broken pieces of your life and resurrect you to something beautiful!
The Walls of Jericho
Do we trust God enough to answer His call?
New Giving Platform
When you give to Willow, you give through Willow to show God’s love in practical ways locally and globally, living out the Good News of Jesus and helping people take their next steps with Him.
God Loves Our Little Children
As parents, what if instead of policing we tried surrendering?
Tasty Tuesdays: Layers Cake and Brown Noodles
Today, we’ll look at Chi Can from South Lake’s family recipes for Vietnamese layers cake and Chinese pan-fried brown noodles
Courage Calling
The book of Joshua tells the story of a leader who took up the mantle of a legend--Moses. Joshua was called to lead God's people to the Promised Land, but he needed immeasurable courage and deep faith to answer that call. God has called each of us in a similar way; will we grow in courage and answer our calling, or will we shrink away and let it pass us by?
Parenting Resources
We know parenting can be hard, so we've put together some resources for you to check out that will help you lead, connect with, and inspire your children. We hope you find these resources helpful as you take next steps to win as a parent!
Global Leadership Summit 2021
Your influence and leadership matter!
Never Too Late
No matter your circumstance or situation, our God is still a God of miracles
Tasty Tuesdays: Short Ribs
Today, we’ll look at Sue from North Shore’s recipe for short ribs, a Korean staple
Remembering Memorial Day
Honoring those who have fallen
Greatest Friends, Biggest Enemies
Are we loving our brothers and sisters as we should be?
As I Have Loved You
Let's love and forgive like Jesus does
Mental Health Awareness Month
Willow is here for you
Tasty Tuesdays: Chicken Adobo
Today, we’ll look at Jonathan from Crystal Lake’s family recipe for chicken adobo, a Filipino classic