Sugar Creek Baptist Church Audio Podcast

Authentic Christianity. Part 3 – Real Christianity Does More Than Talk. Is your Christianity real or just cultural? Is it life changing or have you just learned the right words to say? There is an alive faith that can get you to heaven and keep your growing deep and closer to God. What is the evidence for a real relationship with God?

Authentic Christianity. Part 2 – Are You Prejudice? (James 2:1-13) We hear a lot about the subject of prejudice these days, don’t we? Usually, the word relates to ethnicity but there are other ways to express a judgmental spirit. The Book of James takes this subject on says it is not an expression of Authentic Christianity.

Authentic Christianity. Part 1 – Real or Fake? (James 1:26-27) The world doesn’t have an absence of religion. It just has too little of the real heart of God. What really matters to God? The answer might surprise you.

EASTER: What Does the Resurrection Prove?? (Ephesians 1:20)

When Jesus Came to Town (Matthew 21:1-11) Lead Pastor Mark Hartman talks on the arrival of Jesus into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday using the acronym PALM..

Thriving In A Hostile World; Part 7 – Which News Are You Listening To? (James 1:21-25) Our Bible is big and sometimes hard to grasp. Your Bible will breathe life into your story if you learn how to make the most of it. This message helps us all learn how to get more from our Bible. This could be a life changer.

Thriving In A Hostile World; Part 6 – Mad About You! (James 1:19-20) Is your family getting a little bit of cabin fever? How’s the temperature at your home? Everyone gets angry from time to time, but not all anger is negative. It can go wrong when we are not in control of it. In this message we will dig deep into what causes our anger to cross the line and how to take back control.

Thriving In A Hostile World; Part 5 – Attitude is Everything (James 1:16-18) You have heard this statement, “Attitude is everything,” all your life. Probably because it’s true. Jesus said that the ‘truth will set you free.” Attitude is all about being set free from hurtful surroundings, realizing what is true about God’’s Word and His control in our lives. We all need a healthy dose of “attitude c...

Thriving In A Hostile World; Part 4 – Letting My Money Change Me For Good (James 1:9-11) God uses money; both the lack of it and its surplus to improve our lives. Learning how to manage both extremes will challenge our character and allow us to deepen our walk with God. Come explore what God is doing with you through your money.

Thriving In A Hostile World; Part 3 – How To Overcome Your Tempting Times (James 1:12-16) We all struggle with tempting moments every day. What is Satan’s strategy and how do we rise above tempting times? You can win more often if you better understand what is going on. That is the goal of this message's verses in James.

Thriving In A Hostile World; Part 2 – How To Make Better Decisions(James 1:5-8) The greatest challenge of life is making decisions. Some contend we are just a collection of the decisions we make. The greater our wisdom the higher we soar. So, gaining wisdom is the most important thing we can do. Learn what the Bible says about making better decisions.

Thriving In A Hostile World; Part 1 – How To React When Life Hurts (James 1:1-4) Life can hurt. Many things we encounter are not all that fun but they are all a part of God’s plan to mature us. Problems not only reveal our character, they grow it. Problems can even grow our joy.

After the Honeymoon. Part 4 – Love and Respect (Ephesians 5:33) It is evident that God created men and women different from one another. By God’s design, men and women are wired uniquely both emotionally and physically. These differences can be met with understanding or they can be met with conflict. Fortunately, God has identified for us the parameters by which our differences can actually bring...

After the Honeymoon. Part 3 – Why Marriages Fall Apart (Selected Scriptures) Often as couples enter marriage, they are enveloped by emotions and ideals. And when there is a gap between expectation and reality, marriages tend to struggle and even fall apart. However, each marriage goes through seasons and stages. Knowing what they are and how to best respond to them is the key to staying together a...

After the Honeymoon. Part 2 – Marriage Myths (Ephesians 5:18-32) In our culture today, we are inundated with messages about what marriage is and isn’t. From Hollywood to novels, from friends to family, and strangers to coworkers, everyone seems to have an opinion. But God, the designer of marriage, gives us clear truths in His Word that defines marriage in ways perhaps contrary to culture or popul...

After the Honeymoon. Part 1 – How God Designed Marriage (Genesis 2:18-25) If you have ever assembled furniture or a piece of equipment, you’ve quickly realized that it’s always better when you actually follow the designer’s manual. This week, we will look at the origin of marriage and God’s design for it. From the first marriage to every marriage since then, God has a plan and a wonderful design f...

How to Build Better Relationships. Just as God wants us to have a great relationship with Him, we must also find and develop the right types of friendships.

Forget Not All His Benefits (Psalm 103:2) with Bruce Ammons, Pastor of Guest Ministries

After Christmas (Matthew 2:1-12) It is still the season of Christ’ birth and today we will look at the story of the wise men and their journey to see the newborn Jesus. This passage of scripture will give us insight into what following Jesus looks like after Christmas.

AND HE SHALL BE CALLED… Part 3 – Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6)

AND HE SHALL BE CALLED… Part 2 – Son of God, Wonderful Counselor (Isaiah 9:6)

AND HE SHALL BE CALLED… Part 1: The Promised Messiah; Isaiah 9:1-5

A seed must be planted and die in order to produce a new harvest. This weekend we tell the story of ordinary Sugar Creek members who left their comfort zone and pushed the limits to plant the seed of life in people around the world. They are witnesses to the extraordinary harvest of new lives! Join us as we examine what Jesus will do when His people answer YES! Jesus is Worth It!

Galatians: How To Live In Freedom, Part 12 – Freedom to Brag (Galatians 6:14) The greatest battle for freedom that has been fought and won was not between nations, tribes, or people. It was the battle for the freedom of our souls, won by Jesus Christ. Still many still live each day with a feeling of defeat. Don’t let that be the case in your life! In this series, we will discover through the book...

Galatians: How To Live In Freedom, Part 11 - Let's Be There For Each Other (Galatians 6:1-10) The greatest battle for freedom that has been fought and won was not between nations, tribes, or people. It was the battle for the freedom of our souls, won by Jesus Christ. Still many still live each day with a feeling of defeat. Don’t let that be the case in your life! In this series, we will discover t...