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Cabin Conversations

Cabin Conversations

By: Woodlands Church
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Join Dave Bondeson and Whitney Swenson as they process Sunday's sermon with a guest. Each week we have a fun, casual conversation through that week's biblical text and try to apply what we heard on Sunday in a conversational, comfortable setting. We'll nerd out a bit on the Bible, laugh a lot, and also try to find things to do over the weekend in the community of Central Wisconsin! Christianity Spirituality
Episodes
  • River Rocks and Community: A Cabin Conversations Farewell
    May 20 2026

    Where Dave, Whitney, and Doug celebrate the final episode of Cabin Conversations by reflecting on Whitney's 12+ year journey at Woodlands Church and the transformative power of Christ-centered community. They explore how relationships shape us slowly over time, why we need community before trials come, and what makes Woodlands such a healthy church culture. The conversation touches on upcoming changes at the church, the importance of small groups (while acknowledging they're not the only path to community), and favorite moments from five seasons of podcasting. Whether you're in vocational ministry or simply seeking deeper connections, they remind us that gathering around Scripture with people isn't complicated—it just takes intentionality.

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    39 mins
  • Building Bridges When You'd Rather Build Walls
    May 14 2026

    Where Dave, Whitney, and Keelea dig into Brian's sermon on Revelation's first church—the one that got the doctrine right but lost their first love. They explore what it means to build bridges instead of walls, why moral renovation isn't the same as relational revelation, and how a church can be healthy precisely because it doesn't avoid conflict

    Between celebrating Baby Theo's arrival, processing upcoming staff transitions, and previewing Serve Sunday, they tackle the beautiful inefficiency of God's plan to use imperfect people to build His kingdom. Plus: an impassioned defense of Raising Cane's leadership structure and the revelation that soda taste tests are shockingly difficult.

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    38 mins
  • Why Prophecy Isn't Just Prediction
    Apr 29 2026

    Where Dave, Whitney, and Justin dive into honest conversation about the soul's seasons during times of transition. They discuss the gift and challenges of sabbatical in ministry, explore Revelation's rich symbolism of clouds as God's presence, and reframe prophecy as God's powerful declaration rather than mere prediction. The conversation touches on practical spiritual rhythms—praying before conversations, family mealtime liturgies, and the transformative practice of Friday forgiveness. Justin shares insights about rest when your work is people, while they all wrestle with grief, gratitude, and growth. This episode invites us into the mess and beauty of intentional spiritual formation, honest processing, and the power of regular rhythms that shape us and our families toward Christ.

    Books mentioned: From Genesis to Junia, God's Homecoming

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    46 mins
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