Woodcreek Church

God created us for relationship. Relationship with Himself and relationships with others. When we live in Christ-Centered unity with other Christians we are able to become all that God wants us to be. (John 17:11,20-23; 1 Thess 5:11; Gal 6:2; Matt 18:19-20;)

One of the ways God has revealed Himself to us is through the Scripture. God wants us to know Him and wants to speak to us. All we have to do is listen. We hear Him when we read, study and meditate on His Word. (1 Peter 2:2)

II Cor 5: 17-21 (Messengers of reconciliation glorify God, they know the message well, they deliver it to people from a heart of mercy, and in so doing they are fulfilled.)

We glorify God by becoming fully-devoted followers of Jesus Christ, but WHY is that important, WHAT does it look like, and HOW does it happen? (Matt. 16:24-26, Matt. 28:18-20, Rom. 8:28-29, Matt. 22:36-40, 1 John 4:19-21, Gal. 5:22-23, Phil. 3:12-14, Phil. 2:12-13, Phil. 1:6, 1 Thess. 5:23-24)

Since God's highest purpose is to glorify Himself, our highest purpose should be no less than to glorify God. To glorify God we need to intentionally declare his glory and consciously reflect it in the way we live.

When Jesus was 40 days old His parents presented him at the temple. There were two saints who had been looking for Jesus to come. This coming year let us all look for Jesus everyday because He is always there wanting us to recognize Him in our lives. (Luke 2:22-38)

The wise men from the East remind us of the importance of pursuing Jesus. And how to respond when we see him. (Matthew 2:1-11)

Only a few people witnessed the birth of Jesus Christ on that first Christmas. Those did were forever changed! Those who didn't missed it because they weren't looking. What are you looking for this Christmas? (Luke 2:1-20)

Paul concludes his letter to the Galatians showing the distinction between the motivation of the Judaizers and himself. (Galatians 6:11-18)

As Paul is wrapping up his letter to the Galatians he gives us another evidence of being in step with the Spirit with our loves and that is that we have gracious and giving hearts to others. We will receive destruction or blessing based on our choices. (Gal 6:6-10)

How do you know if you are walking in Step with the Holy Spirit? When you and I are being led by the Holy Spirit, we will be reflecting Christ-like Character, Christ-like Compassion and Christ-like Humility. (Galatians 5:25-6:5)

Paul tells us we will never overcome sin or become holy through determined self-effort. Why? Because our will is no match for our fleshly nature. Living free under God’s grace can only happen by living under the influence the Holy Spirit. (Galatians 5:16-23)

Since Jesus Christ has set us free, let us not give in or go back to a life of legalism or license. Rather, let us learn how to live free within the sphere of God's grace. (Galatians 5:1-15)

Paul draws a sharp contrast between the law and grace using Abrahams sons Ishmael and Isaac as an allegorical example. (Galatians 4:21-31)

After 4 chapters of writing to the Galatians about why they should not add Judaism to their faith he now pleads with them on a very personal level. Paul talks about our relationships with the Truth, with each other, with the world and with God. (Gal 4:12-20)

The tendency as humans after we accept by faith the gospel of grace is to drift back to old patterns and ways of relating to God and to others. In this study we look at the apostle Paul challenge the Galatians and us on this point. (Gal 4:8-11)

The law leads to futility and death. Grace leads to freedom and Life. Paul talks about that freedom – what it involves, how it was accomplished and what blessings flow out it. It all has to do with our new position as adopted sons of God. (Galatians 3:26--4:7)

Like a skilled lawyer, Paul presents a strong defense for Justification by Faith apart from the Law by describing the relationship between the law and the promise given to Abraham and by stating clearly the nature and purpose of the law. (Galatians 3:15-25)

It is all about God and His power working in us. The way that we come to faith is through the work of His Spirit. The way that we live out our faith is in the power of His Spirit. In whom are we depending? Ourselves or His Spirit? (Galatians 3:1-14, Ezekiel 36:26-27, Psalm 46:10)

The #1 complaint from people outside the church is, the church is filled with hypocrites! That accusation is too often, true. God calls followers of Jesus Christ to live authentic lives in line with an authentic message - The Gospel of God's grace. (Galatians 2:11-21)

Paul continues his defense of the gospel being faith plus nothing! We are challenged by Paul's passion and his persistence. Are we passionate for the gospel? Would we die for the gospel? And how can we remember those in poverty? (Galatians 2:1-10)

The events, circumstances and timelines in each person's story of conversion to Christ will be different. But one thread runs through them all - The Thread of God's Grace. Can you trace the thread of God's grace though the fabric of your story? (Galatians 1:10-24)

There is a lot of confusion about how to get to heaven. Paul's letter to the Galatians clears away the fog and challenges us not only to embrace the Gospel of Grace but also to live in line with it. (Galatians 1:1-9)

Barnabas may not have the spotlight in Scripture, but his character of encouragement fanned the flame of the early church and enabled the ministry of Paul and Mark. The life of Barnabas encourages us to follow in his footsteps by encouraging others. (Acts 4:32-37; 9:26-28; 11:19-24)

Priscilla and Aquila were a lay couple in the N.T. church who God used for the proclamation of the gospel Priscilla emerged as a leader and a servant to the church wherever the Lord led them. We can learn allot about ministry from her life. (Acts 18 and Romans 16:3-5a)