Harris Creek Baptist Church

Without Christ we were slaves, trying to earn God’s approval, but Jesus redeemed us and adopted us as sons and daughters. Now we don’t come to God by fear or performance, we come as family. Through the Holy Spirit, we get to enjoy access to our Father.   Without access to the Father, we are slaves The Son has given us access through adoption The Spirit enables us to enjoy our access   Life Group D...

The story of God has always been about faith. The covenant is permanent, the law gave perspective, and Jesus fulfilled the promise so we could be made right with God by faith alone. Once you see it, you can’t unsee it.   The covenant is permanent The law gave perspective The Son was the promise fulfilled   Life Group Discussion: What’s an area of your life where you need to trust that God’s promis...

Every person is under something, either the curse of relying on ourselves or the blessing of being under Christ. Jesus took the curse we deserved so we could be made right with God. To be under Christ is to live in freedom, grace, and the power of the Spirit.   Under Curse Under Christ Under Blessing    Life Group Discussion: Why do you think it’s so tempting to rely on our own good works to feel...

John Elmore showed how faith in Jesus changes everything, your eternity, your holiness, your everyday life, and even your identity. From Galatians 3, he reminded us that it’s not about working harder but trusting the Spirit to transform us. Just like Abraham, we’re fully blessed when we walk by faith. Faith in Christ Changes Your Eternity Faith in Christ Changes Your Sanctity Faith in Christ Chang...

Fear of people keeps us trapped, but faith in Christ sets us free. Our worth isn’t earned by performance; it’s secured by His grace. When you rest in His approval, you can finally stop pretending and live free. Fear of man prevents freedom Faith in Christ provides freedom   Life Group Discussion: Where in your life do you feel the pressure to “just act like you belong,” and how does that affect yo...

JP reminds us that following Jesus means going all in. From the rich young ruler’s story, he shows that control, love of the world, and thinking we’ve “given up enough” hold us back. Real faith is letting go and trusting that Jesus offers something better.   A need to control will keep you from going all in  Loving the world will keep you from going all in  Believing you have will keep you from go...

September 7, 2025 John Elmore  Galatians 2:1-10   Pastor John reminded us that the Gospel that saves and transforms is unchanging, and we must be careful not to “paint over” grace with the law or our own efforts. True freedom and lasting impact come not from our striving, but from abiding in Christ and faithfully living out the role He’s entrusted to us.   Do you run in vain? Do you have freedom?...

When Jesus shows up, He doesn’t just adjust a few things, He changes everything. Paul went from fighting against Christians to preaching the Gospel, and our lives should reflect that same transformation. The Gospel changes who you are, where you’re headed, and what your life is all about.   The Gospel changes people The Gospel changes our plans The Gospel changes our purpose      Life Group Discus...

The Gospel isn’t about checking boxes or piling on rules. It’s about Jesus. He gave Himself to rescue us, and that alone is our hope. In Galatians, Paul warns that twisting this truth means losing the very thing that saves us. So don’t water it down or chase the approval of others. Instead, live with clarity, courage, and conviction that Jesus is the only way.   Don’t distort The Gospel The wrath...

Pastor John Elmore’s sermon on 2 Kings 6, reminded us that following Jesus means asking God first—about the little stuff, when life feels impossible, and before making big moves. Through Elisha’s story, he showed that God cares about the small details, fights for us when we feel surrounded, and can flip the script in ways we’d never expect. His challenge? Make prayer your first instinct, not your...

Nate taught from 2 Kings 5 that pride can keep us stuck while humility opens the door to God’s healing and grace. Naaman’s story shows us that breakthrough often starts with boldness and that true healing requires laying down our pride. Pride distorts our perspective, but God promises His favor to the humble calling us to stop striving to prove ourselves and instead walk in the freedom only Christ...

In 1 Kings 19, Pastor John reminds us that when our faith is under fire, God meets us with compassion—not shame. He is faithful to His covenant and gently calls us back to His presence and purpose. No failure cancels His calling on your life.   Your God is compassionate Your God is covenant keeping  Your God has a call for you   Life Group Discussion: When have you felt like Elijah—exhausted, disc...

Many of us live with divided hearts—giving our worship to God and to other things that ultimately destroy us. In 1 Kings 18, we see that whole-hearted worship brings healing and restored relationship with God, while right worship—faithfully and fully given to Him—leads to God’s reward, not in prosperity, but in presence, peace, and purpose. True worship isn’t a one-time decision; it’s a daily surr...

God often asks for our trust before we understand what He’s doing. Through the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 17, we saw that God can provide in unexpected ways, work through unlikely people, and is always doing something good—even when it doesn’t feel like it. Whether it’s ravens by a brook, a widow in a drought, or fleas in a concentration camp, God is still in control—and He’s 100% worthy of our tr...

Sharing the Gospel starts by choosing to live for Christ—letting your daily life reflect who He is, whether you're at the gym, work, or just hanging out. It means shifting your mindset to see people the way Jesus does—not as interruptions, but as souls deeply loved by God. And finally, it’s about actually sharing Christ—because the Gospel is the real remedy, and you were never meant to keep it to...

Through 1 Corinthians 15, Sam reminds us that Jesus didn’t just die and rise again for a one-time rescue, but offers daily grace to stand, grow, and keep going even when life feels overwhelming. It’s not about trying harder—it’s about calling out, receiving His love, and letting that grace reshape everything.   Stand in saving grace Observe risen grace   Strengthened by sustaining grace   Life Gro...

In Acts 12:1–19, the church faced a crisis when Peter was imprisoned, but their problems became an invitation to fervent prayer. God responded by giving Peter peace in the middle of danger and providentially sending an angel to deliver him. Pastor John uses this story to encourage us to share answered prayers as a testimony to God’s faithfulness.   Our problems are invitations to prayer Prayers br...

What does it take to have the courage to go against the crowd? In this message we see God's amazing deliverance in the midst of the courageous faithfulness of three men despite immense pressure to conform.   We must have the courage to stand out We can have courage because God stands with us A courageous faith is contagious   Life Group Discussion: When have you felt pressured to go along with the...

As we continue in our series, “Divine Intervention,” Pastor John explores the story of Jonah to reveal how God's discipline, rescue, and mercy work in the lives of sinners—even when they are actively rebelling. He emphasizes that the very one we sin against is also the one who rescues us, calling us not just to repentance but to join in His mission of redemption. No one is too far gone for God's g...

In Judges 6–7, God chooses Gideon—a fearful man hiding in a winepress—to demonstrate that He uses the humble to accomplish His purposes. By reducing Gideon’s army from thousands to just 300, God makes it unmistakably clear that victory belongs to Him alone. Through Gideon’s obedience and faith, we see that God conquers not by strength, but through trust in His power and presence.   God chooses to...

In this message, Pastor John Elmore examines Exodus 14, where the Israelites face the Red Sea ahead and Pharaoh's army behind. Discover how God uses impossible situations to demonstrate His power and faithfulness, teaching us to trust Him when all seems lost.

Pastor JP’s sermon underscores the clear biblical message that Jesus is returning, and challenges believers to live with a sense of spiritual urgency and readiness. God’s grace not only saves us but actively trains us to live godly lives in a world full of distractions and temptations. As we look forward to the return of Christ, we’re called to live in a way that reflects our hope, our purpose, an...

Pastor JP unpacks 1 Peter 2:4–12, reminding us that the Church isn’t a place—it’s a people. We are a community of believers, each one chosen, called, and placed with purpose. When we build our lives on Jesus, the cornerstone, and boldly live out our faith, we don’t just go to church—we become the Church, a movement that carries hope to the world.   The Church is being built of Christians The Churc...

Teaching from Acts 2, Pastor John shows that the Holy Spirit isn’t just some mystical force — He’s a real person, part of the Trinity, and fully involved in your everyday life. Through the example of Peter going from scared to bold, we learn how the Holy Spirit gives us the power to live courageously and make a real impact. He challenges us to listen for the Spirit’s nudges and act right away — ju...

We have been given a clear job from Jesus to make disciples. Whether we go to our neighbor or to the nations, we are called to go!  Jesus is the King with all power Our purpose is to advance the Kingdom Jesus’ presence is permanent   Life Group Discussion: How does knowing that Jesus holds all authority impact the way you live your daily life? Who is one person in your life right now that you feel...