Woodcreek Church

Jesus confronts the church in Sardis regarding the difference between their reputation and their reality. He charges them to remember what they had heard, to keep it and to repent! He promises everlasting life to those who conquer. Verse(s) Covered in Sermon Revelation 3:1-6

Jesus praises the church of Thyatira for the growing faith and good works, but criticizes them for their tolerance of false doctrine, resulting in sin. He warns of coming judgment if there is no repentance, but promises reward for those who hold fast. Verse(s) Covered in Sermon Revelation 2:18-29

These are reflections from two different baptism passages in the Letter of Acts. Baptism is an important act for Christians, but it isn't done in isolation. There are other important things that have brought the person to this point of baptism. Verse(s) Covered in Sermon Acts 8:26-40, 16:25-40

Cultural Christians can corrupt the culture of Christianity. Verse(s) Covered in Sermon Rev. 2:12-17

The church in Smyrna is undergoing tribulation, suffering poverty and being slandered. Jesus knows and sends them a message challenging them to be not afraid, but be faithful. To those who do, he promises the crown of life. Verse(s) Covered in Sermon Revelation 2:8-11

The Ephesian Christians had a great reputation but they had one fatal fault. They were guilty of lost love. They had allowed their passion for Christ to be replaced with a religious routine. Jesus calls them to remember, repent and repeat.... Verse(s) Covered in Sermon Revelation 2:1-7

The true story of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ changes everything! Verses: 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, 14, 17-20, 58

A correct preconception can guard you from a feeling of deception. Verse Covered: John 12:13

Journey to the Cross #3 Resurrection Freedom Jesus couldn't stand funerals. That is why he interrupted every funeral he ever attended by raising the person who died back to life. Verses: Luke 7:11-15; Luke 8:40-42; 49-55; John 11:1-5; 17-45

The Transfiguration was a watershed event in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. It's lessons can provide a turning point in our lives. Verse(s) Covered in Sermon Matthew 17:1-8

God will provide a Lamb... #1 The promise of the Old Testament - "God will provide a Lamb" is fulfilled in the New Testament - "God has provided a Lamb." Verses Covered: Genesis 22:1-14; Isaiah 53:7,11; John1:29; 1 Peter 1:18; Revelation 5:1-10

Job finally gets what he has wanted: a meeting with God, and it changes him. After looking at how God addresses Job and his three friends, and at the restoration of Job, we will consider the rest of the bigger story and how it can help us all suffer well. Verses Covered: Job 38-42

In the second of three messages on Job and suffering, Job's friends come to comfort him and end up arguing with him about why he is suffering. Reflecting on their discussion, we will consider why we suffer and how we can comfort those who are suffering. Verses Covered: Job 2:11, 37:24

In the first two chapters of Job we meet a godly man who experiences great tragedy. We get to see behind the curtain at what transpires in heaven to set these events in motion. We also see how Job responds to his suffering.

All work can glorify God (shine God’s light) in how we view our work and how we do our work. The Great Command teaches us to love God and others in our work. The Great Mandate teaches us to cultivate the world in our work. The Great Commission teaches us to follow Jesus in our work. (Matt. 5:16, Mark 12:29-31, Gen. 1:27-28, Gen. 2:15, Matt. 28-19-20, Col. 3:23-24, 1 Tim. 5:8)

Verses: Matthew 16:13-18; Matthew 28:19-20; Psalm 71:17-18

Ex 9:15-16, Is 43:7, Gen 1:26a, 27, 1 Timothy 1:15-17

Glorifying God #2: Created to Glorify God

Is my behavior or attitude or activity declaring God’s glory? Does it put God’s glory on display? Or is it an attempt to glorify myself? (Psalm 19:1; Isaiah 43:7; 1 Peter 4:11; 2 Corinthians 5:14-15; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; 1 Corinthians 10:31; Romans 15:5-6)

The most popular version of the Christmas Story is Luke 1-20. But because we are so familiar with it, we assume we've seen all there is to see in this story. But what if we opened our eyes and made room in our hearts? What might God reveal to us? (Luke 2:1-20; Matthew 2:10.11; 2 Corinthians 9:15; 2 Peter 1:16-20)

What God wants us to see and believe is that the Promised Messiah of the Old Testament is Jesus in the New Testament. The story surrounding his coming into the world is the real reason behind the celebration of Christmas. (Genesis 49:11; Isaiah 11:1; Jeremiah 23:5,6; Matthew 1:1-17; Micah 5:2; Matthew 2:1-6)

Those who listen to the words of Jesus and do them are wise builders. Those who do not do them are foolish builders. Choose to be a wise builder. (Matthew 7:24-29)

As we near the end of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus gives two warnings to His followers to help keep them from deception. This message will discuss the warnings against false-prophets and against self-deception, and how we can avoid both. (Matthew 7:15-23)

Sermon On The Mount #25: Decision Time On The Mountain Like all good conclusions, Jesus comes to the end of his sermon and challenges us to make a decision. He gives us only two options and one choice. (Matthew 7:13-14)