ThornCreek Church Messages

Jesus was Human Too

Ever feel like there is no one in the world that understands what you are going through? Well maybe there is one who knows exactly what you're going though. This message is for you!

He is Greater

Jesus is greater than the angels and any circumstance in your life!

Self Centered or Death to Self

Following Jesus takes your eyes of yourself and looks to a life of surrender to the will of God.

TikTok Jesus or Just Jesus

It's Youth Takeover Weekend! Our middle school and high school students have taken over the service and sharing a message about the importance of a devotional life with Jesus.

Rule Follower or Relationship Follower

Who is your neighbor? When it comes to our relationships, what does a fan look like vs. a follower of Jesus. Is there a difference?

Want the Miracle or Want the Miracle Giver

What's the difference between a fan and a follower? Pastor Jeremy shares about how we can approach God in times of crisis. Are you looking for a miracle, or do you want to spend time with the Miracle Giver?

Want the Miracle or Want the Miracle Giver | Fan or Follower

What's the difference between a fan and a follower? Pastor Jeremy shares about how we can approach God in times of crisis. Are you looking for a miracle, or do you want to spend time with the Miracle Giver? Download the study guide for this message here.

It's All Mine or It's All His

What's the difference between a fan and a follower? Pastor Jeremy shares what it looks like to manage your resources (time, skills, money, possessions) in view of God's provision.

It's All Mine or It's All His | Fan or Follower

What's the difference between a fan and a follower? Pastor Jeremy shares what it looks like to manage your resources (time, skills, money, possessions) in view of God's provision. Download the study guide for this message here.

It's About Me or It's About Him

What's the difference between a fan and a follower? Pastor Jeremy shares what it looks like to be more than a fan of Jesus and to live a life that is all about Him.

It's About Me or It's About Him? | Fan or Follower

What does a die-hard follower of Jesus Christ really look like? We live in a world that throws around labels and titles, but rarely do we see authentic transformation. In this series we will be looking at what a true Christian looks like. What are the internal decisions that genuine Christians make, which makes them distinct? If you want to experience the will of God for your life at a new level, don't miss this series. If you know someone who has been disenfranchised with religion or Chri...

It's Not Over

Have you ever felt like you just messed up, and thought you were someone and discovered you were someone else? Then check out this message!

It's Not Over | The Gospel of Mark

Have you ever felt like you just messed up, and thought you were someone and discovered you were someone else? Then check out this message! Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great series for someon...

Hosanna!

Jesus entered into Jerusalem with a purpose that was bigger than anyone expected. It was a day of contrasts.

Hosanna! | The Gospel of Mark

Jesus entered into Jerusalem with a purpose that was bigger than anyone expected. It was a day of contrasts. Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great series for someone who wants to develop a strong...

Crazy Rewards For Serving God

No matter what you give up, God will replace it with something greater.

Crazy Rewards For Serving God | The Gospel of Mark

No matter what you give up, God will replace it with something greater. Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great series for someone who wants to develop a stronger relationship with God. Invite some...

Hell, It's Not Worth It | The Gospel of Mark

Is hell even real? Is staying out of it worth maiming yourself? Check out what Jesus says about hell and temptation. Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great series for someone who wants to develop ...

Hell, it's not worth it

Is hell even real? Is staying out of it worth maiming yourself? Check out what Jesus says about hell and temptation.

Don't Forget What God Has Done | The Gospel of Mark

Don't forget. The past also exists in the present. Today, Pastor Ruben shares from Mark 8 where we see the disciples forget who is in the boat with them. Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great ser...

Don't forget what God has done

Don't forget. The past also exists in the present. Today, Pastor Ruben shares from Mark 8 where we see the disciples forget who is in the boat with them.

But we've always done it that way

Have you subbed out God’s word for something that requires less of you? Today, Pastor Ruben tells you about how to let go of your traditions and follow Jesus in a life changing way.

The Power of Family Grudges

Grudges can rip apart families and relationships. There are two things you need to do to hold a grudge. Today, Pastor Ruben tells you about them and how to let Jesus help you let your grudges go.

The Power of Family Grudges | The Gospel of Mark

Grudges can rip apart families and relationships. There are two things you need to do to hold a grudge. Today, Pastor Ruben tells you about them and how to let Jesus help you let your grudges go.   Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will b...

Fighting your demons

Spiritual warfare is real. Demons are real. Pastor Ruben explores a story of a demon possessed man in Mark 5 and shares how you can fight your demons.

Fighting Your Demons | The Gospel of Mark

Spiritual warfare is real. Demons are real. Pastor Ruben explores a story of a demon possessed man in Mark 5 and shares how you can fight your demons.   Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great se...

Four Types of People

There are four types of people in the world. Which one are you?

Four Types of People in This World | The Gospel of Mark

Which disciple are you? | The Gospel of Mark

Jesus chose twelve disciples that He then sent out in the world to spread the gospel. They were willing to die for what they believed. Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great series for someone...

Which Disciple Are You

Jesus chose twelve disciples that He then sent out in the world to spread the gospel. They were willing to die for what they believed.

Healing Mind, Body, & Soul

In the first two chapters of the Gospel of Mark, Jesus shows that He has authority to heal the mind, body, and soul.

Healing Mind, Body, and Soul | The Gospel of Mark

Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great series for someone who wants to develop a stronger relationship with God. Invite someone and expect a miracle! Download the study guide for this message ...

Healing mind, body, and soul | The Gospel of Mark

Life can be hard, confusing, and unfair. Don't give up! During this message series we will be walking with Jesus from Galilee to Jerusalem. He was misunderstood, hated, loved, deserted, and hung out with a ragged band of misfits. You will discover amazing life principles for your life! You will be encouraged and inspired! This is a great series for someone who wants to develop a stronger relationship with God. Invite someone and expect a miracle! Download the study guide for this message ...

Transformation

God wants to change you at your core. This week, Pastor Ruben shares from our third core value, Transformation, and we celebrate God's moving through baptisms!

Transformation | TC Soul 2022

God wants to change you at your core. This week, Pastor Ruben shares from our third core value, Transformation, and we celebrate God's moving through baptisms!   What is the DNA of the church? Is church essential to get into heaven? Why should I go to church today? What is the "why" behind ThornCreek Church? What is the soul of ThornCreek Church? For four weeks, Pastor Ruben will be talking about these questions and more. We believe the head of the church is Jesus Christ, and if that's true...

Relationships

The life of a Christian is that of community in and through Jesus. In this message, Pastor Ruben shares about the importance of having right relationships with others.

Relationships | TC Soul 2022

The life of a Christian is that of community in and through Jesus. In this message, Pastor Ruben shares about the importance of having right relationships with others. What is the DNA of the church? Is church essential to get into heaven? Why should I go to church today? What is the "why" behind ThornCreek Church? What is the soul of ThornCreek Church? For four weeks, Pastor Ruben will be talking about these questions and more. We believe the head of the church is Jesus Christ, and if that's ...

Love

Love is an action not a feeling. Jesus said that we would be known by our love. Today Pastor Ruben reveals how we can increase our capacity to love like Jesus.

Love | TC Soul 2022

Love is an action not a feeling. Jesus said that we would be known by our love. Today Pastor Ruben reveals how we can increase our capacity to love like Jesus. What is the DNA of the church? Is church essential to get into heaven? Why should I go to church today? What is the "why" behind ThornCreek Church? What is the soul of ThornCreek Church? For four weeks, Pastor Ruben will be talking about these questions and more. We believe the head of the church is Jesus Christ, and if that's true, t...

Why Church?

The life of a Christian is that of community in and through Jesus. In this message, Pastor Ruben shares about the importance of having right relationships with others.

TC Soul | TC Soul 2022

What is the DNA of the church? Is church essential to get into heaven? Why should I go to church today? What is the "why" behind ThornCreek Church? What is the soul of ThornCreek Church? For three weeks, Pastor Ruben will be talking about these questions and more. We believe the head of the church is Jesus Christ, and if that's true, then the church has a Christ-driven purpose that is bigger than all of us. The church exists to lift up the name of Jesus, but it also should be a place for ev...

Why Church? | TC Soul 2022

What is the DNA of the church? Is church essential to get into heaven? Why should I go to church today? What is the "why" behind ThornCreek Church? What is the soul of ThornCreek Church? For three weeks, Pastor Ruben will be talking about these questions and more. We believe the head of the church is Jesus Christ, and if that's true, then the church has a Christ-driven purpose that is bigger than all of us. The church exists to lift up the name of Jesus, but it also should be a place for ev...

All Things New

Happy New Year! We’ve got a special New Year’s message from our Online Pastor, Jeremy Lyon. New Year’s brings about an opportunity to reflect on the past year and look forward to what God wants to do in our lives. Pastor Jeremy has an encouraging message about how God is in the business of making things NEW.

All Things New | All Things New

Happy New Year! Today we’ve got a special New Year’s message from our Online Pastor, Jeremy Lyon. New Year’s brings about an opportunity to reflect on the past year and look forward to what God wants to do in our lives. Pastor Jeremy has an encouraging message about how God is in the business of making things NEW. Download the study guide for this message here.

A Cradle in the Dirt

Merry Christmas! We're looking at the love Christ showed by choosing to enter our world and dwell in the middle of our problems, pain, and brokenness. Our hope is you have an encounter with God, and gain a new perspective of Christmas that will help you through life.

A Cradle in the Dirt | A Cradle in the Dirt

Merry Christmas! We're looking at the love Christ showed by choosing to enter our world and dwell in the middle of our problems, pain, and brokenness. Our hope is you have an encounter with God, and gain a new perspective of Christmas that will help you through life. Download the study guide for this message here.

The Prophecy

When was the last time you were in awe? Zechariah speaks after 9 months. Come see what he says. Have you ever struggled with believing in an invisible God? It's normal to question and ponder. In this message series, we will be looking at the faith and doubt of Zacharias, Elizabeth, and Mary. Before Christ was born, they were asked to believe. We will look at the story before the Christmas story! There are incredible life lessons for us today! These are great messages to prepare your heart f...

The Prophecy | Faith & Doubt

The Announcement

Do you believe nothing is impossible with God? How about a virgin becoming pregnant? Mary found favor with God and believed that He could do anything. Have you ever struggled with believing in an invisible God? It's normal to question and ponder. In this message series, we will be looking at the faith and doubt of Zacharias, Elizabeth, and Mary. Before Christ was born, they were asked to believe. We will look at the story before the Christmas story! There are incredible life lessons for us ...

The Announcement | Faith & Doubt