Sermons | Local Church in Wabash, Indiana | Bachelor Creek

In this message, we look at Jesus’ question to Peter as he begins to sink on the Sea of Galilee: “Why did you doubt?” Like Peter, we all experience the winds of doubt. Instead of being scared of the wind, we can fight the wind and use doubts to grow our faith. In fact, the best thing we can do is to keep following Jesus through our doubts.

In John 8:2–11, we discover one of the most thought-provoking encounters in the Bible. Jesus confronts the accusers of a woman caught in adultery, asking the piercing question, "Has no one condemned you?” This message explores how Jesus’ radical grace transforms lives and challenges us to see ourselves and others through the lens of His unconditional love and forgiveness.

In this message, we explore Jesus’ challenging question from Matthew 16:26: “What good is it to gain the whole world but lose your soul?” It’s easy for us to fall into the danger of prioritizing worldly pursuits over our relationship with God. The call of Jesus is to reflect on our own priorities, deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Christ wholeheartedly.

In this message, we dive into Jesus' powerful question from Matthew 12:46-50, revealing the true meaning of spiritual family. Join us to understand how faith redefines our closest relationships and what it means to be part of the family of God.

In Matthew 16, Jesus takes his disciples to the pagan region of Caesarea Philippi to ask them the most important question they would ever answer: “Who do you say I am?” Jesus asks us the same question today. How we answer this question shapes the quality and direction of our life, both now and for eternity.

Jesus addresses fear and faith as he calms the storm on the Sea of Galilee but most importantly He helps the disciples understand where real peace comes from. This week's sermon discusses the importance of Jesus' presence in our lives and explores themes such as control, faith and the true source of peace even during the most difficult of times.

In John 5:1-9, Jesus asks a paralyzed man a seemingly obvious yet profound question, "Do you want to get well?" This question invites us to confront our own struggles and excuses, encouraging us to embrace Jesus' power and take steps toward healing and transformation.

Whatever burden you’re carrying, Jesus sees, Jesus knows, and Jesus cares. Like the woman in Mark 5, we are encouraged to reach out to Him in our moments of need. When we do, Jesus responds to our pain and suffering with compassion, providing holistic healing that extends beyond the physical to include emotional, relational, and spiritual restoration.

Jesus regularly asked questions throughout the Gospels to get to the heart of the matter. In Mark 10:35–52, Jesus asked James and John and blind Bartimaeus the very same question: “What do you want me to do for you?” The question was the same, but the answers were completely different. In this exchange we discover that surrendering control to God leads to a life of trust and fulfillment in His pla...

Today we explore the awe-inspiring nature of worship through Psalm 40:3 and Psalm 100. Discover how worship's two dimensions—vertical and horizontal—mirror the breathtaking experiences we share and the life-changing encounters with God's presence that drive us to share His love with others. This message will help us embrace worship in its fullness, both in uplifting God and in inspiring those arou...

In Romans 12:1–2, we discover the true essence of worship. In light of everything God has done for us and the mercy He has shown us, worship is our response and gift back to Him. God desires our total commitment, fully surrendered to Him. We must all examine our lives and identify areas where we’re holding back, because partial surrender is no surrender at all.

In an increasingly polarized world that celebrates differences, one experience we have in common iis this: everyone worships. We were created to worship. The same God that created the universe invites us to draw near to Him in intimacy and relationship. This is all possible through Jesus who made a way for us back to God.

Worship isn’t just the songs we sing, it’s the life we lead. It doesn’t matter who you are, we are all made to worship.

All of us have experienced sexual brokenness, either by our own actions or the actions of others. In today’s message, we learn how God can take the broken pieces of our lives and put them back together into something even more beautiful. As we delve into Psalm 32 and the story of King David, we see how God's grace not only forgives but also restores and brings forth new beauty from our brokenness....

God has a divine design for sexuality. Song of Songs shows us what godly intimacy looks like in marriage from a real couple reflecting on the highs and lows, and good, bad, and ugly of marriage. By following God’s design, husbands and wives can light the fire in their marriage, experiencing God’s best in their life.

Explore Jesus' radical teachings on sexuality with us as we continue our God & Sexuality series. Discover how Jesus challenges religious traditions and emphasizes the heart behind God's design for sexuality. In this message, we navigate through apologies for past church hurt and offer a reasonable defense for why we're committed to speaking truth in love regarding sexuality.

Join us for the kickoff of our God & Sexuality series as we explore God's Divine Design based on Matthew 19:4–6. In a culture where spirituality and physicality often clash, discover how God's original intent for sexuality brings healing and wholeness to every aspect of our lives. Whether you're excited, hesitant, or unsure, this sermon unpacks the truth that before sin, there was sex—a divine gif...

At Bachelor Creek, we believe that Jesus Changes Everything! What’s the reason? Three words: BECAUSE HE LIVES. The real story of Jesus dying, being buried, and raising again has huge implications for every believer. In Romans 6, Paul outlines that because He lives, my past is redeemed, my present is transformed, and my future is assured.

As followers of Jesus Christ, we are exiles in this world. God has invited us to join Him in the work He’s doing in this world to make things right once again. God uses our circumstances and decisions to make a difference in the lives of others. Like Esther, we are here “for such a time as this.” Will we live for God’s glory and be fully committed to Him?

We live in a world where evil exists. There is such a thing as good versus evil. The more pressing question for believers is “How do we stay faithful in the face of evil?” In Esther 3, evil rears its ugly head as Haman attempts to exterminate all of the Jewish people when Mordecai refuses to bow before him. Mordecai faces a dilemma: stand strong or give in? He shows us what it looks like to have a...

Have you ever had a moment where you wondered what God was doing? Could something good ever really come out of this situation? As we continue the story of Esther, we realize even when we don't realize it, God is moving. God is in the business in turning tragedies into victories!

The stories we claim shape the stories we live. This week, we begin a new series on Esther—a story of God’s persistent yet silent movement through flawed people and tragic circumstances to enact salvation for His people.

Do you ever feel the pressure of prayer? Sometimes we don’t know when to pray; sometimes we don’t know how to pray; and sometimes we don’t know why we should pray. James addresses all these questions and more in James 5:13–20. Prayer is the most misunderstood and underutilized resource Christians have at their disposal. By following the wisdom in this passage, we learn that earnest prayer and expe...

The waiting is the hardest part. We live in a world where we expect things to happen right now, and when we don’t get what we want when we want it, we grow impatient, which leads to grumbling and complaining. In James 5, James teaches us how to wait well by practicing patience, following the example faithful men and women in Scripture, and holding on to the hope of Christ’s imminent return.

We’ve all made plans that didn’t go the way we expected. The problem with our planning is that we think we’re in control, but life has a way of reminding us that our lives are transient and uncertain. Arrogantly boasting in our own plans disregards God’s sovereignty and causes us to miss what matters most. James 4:13–17 calls us to submit our plans to God, embrace humble dependence and trust in Hi...