Woodcreek Church
741 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsWoodcreek is a non-denominational bible church whose mission is to “help and encourage people to become fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ.” This podcast includes our weekly sermons and additional media relating to those messages. Please feel free to contact us at any time regarding any issue and we will be happy to respond.
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Holy Habits #4
March 14, 2021 17:53 - 34 minutes - 40.3 MBMark 10:32-45 shows us that true greatness comes through sacrificial service. In this sermon, we discuss the way of Jesus, the desires of the disciples, sacrificial service, and how you can be great in the Kingdom of God.
Holy Habits #3
March 07, 2021 19:21 - 36 minutes - 44.7 MBFasting is meant to awaken a deeper, spiritual hunger in us through physical abstention. Through becoming spiritually hungry and meeting God, we can go from fasting to feasting, and deep satisfaction. John 4:31-34; Matthew 9:14-17
Holy Habits #2
February 28, 2021 18:45 - 27 minutes - 33.7 MBSilence and solitude are an invitation for transformation from God. In the message this morning Brian shares a walk through Elijah’s journey with God in silence and solitude. 1 Kings 19:3-18
Holy Habits #1
February 21, 2021 18:55 - 36 minutes - 46.6 MBScripture memorization and meditation are meant to be about transformation, not just information. When we engage in these habits, we can be transformed by rewiring our brains and reorienting our desires to truly good and Godly things. Romans 12:2; Psalm 19:7-11
Desert Island Passages #5
February 14, 2021 00:25 - 35 minutes - 37.7 MBUncertainty is relieved when God's love is believed. Matt. 6:31-33
Desert Island Passages #4
February 07, 2021 18:47 - 38 minutes - 44.8 MBThe last year of our lives has made it clear that life is more of an endurance race than a sprint. The Bible agrees, and in Hebrews 12:1-3, God encourages us with a game plan for running the race of our lives with endurance. Hebrews 12:1-3
Desert Island Passages #3
January 31, 2021 18:53 - 38 minutes - 44.4 MBIn Romans 8:31-39, Paul walks his readers through how God loves them and what that means for their lives when they are full of persecution, pain, and death. This message explores what we actually mean when we say that "God loves you."
Desert Island Passages #2
January 24, 2021 18:54 - 37 minutes - 41.4 MBWhy is the 23rd Psalm the most familiar and popular passage of Scripture in the Bible? What makes Psalm 23 so powerful is David knew the Shepherd. Do you? Psalm 23: 1-6
Desert Island Passages #1
January 17, 2021 18:56 - 26 minutes - 31.1 MBPaul, a man well-acquainted with suffering, encourages Christians not to lose heart. But why shouldn't we lose heart when life can be so hard? And even if we don't want to lose heart, how do we not? Paul tells us in this short, but powerful passage. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
Assurance #2
January 10, 2021 18:26 - 29 minutes - 36.8 MBIn 1 John, the Apostle John offers things we can look at that give us assurance we are saved. These aren't things that save us, but things that give us confidence. Ephesians 1:3-14, several passages from 1 John
Assurance #1
January 03, 2021 18:57 - 32 minutes - 37.3 MBAssurance is the confidence we have that our salvation is secure. That confidence can fluctuate based on how we feel, but is ultimately built on the foundation of our security in Christ. Today we will look at reasons we believe in the security of salvation.
The Easy Saying Of Jesus
December 27, 2020 18:21 - 23 minutes - 28.3 MBAfter doing a series on the tough sayings of Jesus, are there any easy sayings of Jesus? In Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus invites all who are weary to come to him to find rest. That sounds easy, but is it? Matthew 11:28-30
A Thrill of Hope, The Weary World Rejoices #3
December 20, 2020 19:09 - 30 minutes - 34.2 MBOf all the characters in the Christmas story, the angels are sometimes overlooked. But in order to appreciate their viewpoint, we need to see their perspective, recognize their prominence and hear their proclamation. And join their Choir! Luke 2:8-14
A Thrill of Hope, The Weary World Rejoices #2
December 13, 2020 18:41 - 28 minutes - 35.1 MBThe song is a question: What child is this? Angels greet this baby. Shepherds guard this baby. He must be incredibly important. Yet, the baby is in a manger, surrounded by animals. Beyond all imagination, the answer is that this is Christ the King! John 1:1-18, Philippians 2:5-11, Colossians 1:15-20
A Thrill of Hope, The Weary World Rejoices #1
December 06, 2020 18:54 - 27 minutes - 33.2 MBHow do you rejoice in the midst of suffering? “O Come, O Come, Immanuel” is a song of lament and joy, of longing and anticipation. It can help us remember to rejoice while we wait for the return of Jesus. 2 Corinthians 5:6-9, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, Revelation 21:1-4, Ephesians 2:12-16, Ephesians 4:1-6, Revelation 7:9-12
Uncensored Savior #5
November 29, 2020 18:27 - 21 minutes - 26.5 MBOn the Day of Judgment some will be surprised when Jesus tells them to depart because he never knew them. These are perhaps some of the scariest verses in the Bible. How can we be sure that we will not hear those words? Matthew 7:21-23
Uncensored Savior #4
November 22, 2020 18:37 - 31 minutes - 35 MBIn this passage, we read about 3 men trying to follow Jesus. Each one of these men and Jesus' response to them reflects the very real cost of following Jesus. What will it cost you to follow Jesus? Luke 9::59-62
Uncensored Savior #3
November 15, 2020 19:02 - 33 minutes - 42.9 MBIn John 6 Jesus told people that unless they ate his flesh and drank his blood, they wouldn't have eternal life. What did he mean and why would he say it in a way that seemed to push people away? John chapter 6
Uncensored Savior #2
November 08, 2020 18:39 - 30 minutes - 37.4 MBIn Matthew 22 political opponents join forces to try and trap Jesus in a question about taxes. Jesus’ response is an opportunity for all of us to consider what we owe to the government and what we owe to God. Matthew 22:15-22
Uncensored Savior #1
November 01, 2020 18:38 - 22 minutes - 26 MBFollowing Jesus is costly...it may cost you in terms of family, time, money, safety, security and any host of other things. But following Jesus is worth it. Jesus' disciples gave up their earthly lives following Jesus, but gained an eternity with Jesus. Luke 14:25-27 and Matthew 10:37-39
Messiah #8
October 25, 2020 17:32 - 37 minutes - 39.1 MBThe Messiah's Eternal Kingdom brings the hope of His Demolition Project (defeating the devil, death, and evil), and His Construction Project (building a new creation and new humanity). In light of this hope, we can build His kingdom now. Revelation 20: 11-15; 21:1-6; 22:1-5
Messiah #7
October 18, 2020 17:36 - 32 minutes - 39.2 MBIn the letter to the Hebrews, 1st century Jewish Christians were encouraged to persevere in their faith by remembering that Jesus is better than the things they formerly trusted in. This remains true for us today. Jesus is better so keep the faith! Hebrews
Messiah #6
October 11, 2020 18:10 - 29 minutes - 31 MBThroughout the book of Matthew, which was the reading for all of week 6, we see Christ meet needs through miracles in order to prove he is the Messiah, to remove any hindrance from hearing the good news, and to create others who shared the good news. Matt 9:9-13, Matt 15:32-39, Matt 14:22-31
Messiah #5
October 04, 2020 17:45 - 31 minutes - 29 MBThe Apostle Peter tells us that we should be prepared to explain the hope we have in Jesus. Why is that important and how do we do it well? What do we do if we don't know the answers or feel confident sharing them? 1 Peter 3:8, 15-16, 2 Timothy 2:23-26
Messiah #4
September 27, 2020 18:08 - 32 minutes - 37.2 MBJesus our Messiah demonstrated true humility. This is all the more incredible when one considers that he is the creator and sustainer of all creation; supreme over all things. As his followers, we should be humble, too. Philippians 2:1-11 and Colossians 1:15-20
Messiah #3
September 20, 2020 17:53 - 38 minutes - 43.9 MBBecause of the Good News of the Messiah, we can now have peace with God and become followers of Jesus. Walking with the Messiah is how we live out our faith. The Apostle Paul teaches us in Galatians that walking with the Messiah is walking by the Spirit. Galatians 5:16-26, 1 Corinthians 11:27-32
Messiah #2
September 13, 2020 17:52 - 28 minutes - 33.2 MBGod wants all to come to repentance. In Acts 10 he brings together a Gentile, Cornelius, and and Jew, the Apostle Peter, so that the exclusive message of faith in the Messiah could cross ethnic and cultural boundaries in a radically inclusive way. Acts 10
Messiah #1
September 06, 2020 17:40 - 30 minutes - 35 MBLike a name and address on an envelope narrow down the recipient to a specific person, prophecies in the Old Testament focused attention on a promised Messiah. In the New Testament we see these prophecies fulfilled in Jesus. Old Testament: Genesis 22:16-18, 26:2-5, 49:10, 2 Samuel 7:11b-16, Isaiah 9:6-7, Micah 5:2-5, Zechariah 12:10, 13:1. New Testament: Luke 1:30-38, 2:1-7, 23:33, Matthew 1:22-23, 2:4-6, Luke 9:18-27.
Refocus 20/20 #2
August 30, 2020 16:09 - 38 minutes - 44.5 MBWe cap off our 2020 vision series by taking a closer look at two of Woodcreek’s core values: we are Worship Focused and Outreach Oriented. What makes these values core to our mission and how does that play out in our lives? Jesus shows us the way. Mark 12:30-31, Psalm 103:1, Colossians 3:17, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, Luke 10:29-37
Refocus 20/20 #1
August 23, 2020 16:06 - 35 minutes - 43.6 MBWhen times are uncertain and the future is unclear, it helps to refocus on things that are clear. God's Word is a firm foundation for us as individuals and as a church. Our mission and core values have not changed. Matthew 22:37-40, 28:19-20
2 Peter #6: Growing in Grace & Truth
August 16, 2020 16:27 - 27 minutes - 36.8 MBAs Peter finishes his final letters, he gives Christians four commands of how to be ready for the return of the Lord Jesus: Be Diligent, Be Thankful, Be on Guard, and Be Growing. 2 Peter 3:14-18
2 Peter #5: Growing in Grace & Truth
August 09, 2020 15:55 - 30 minutes - 38.8 MBAs Peter begins to wrap up the letter, he reminds us all that God is coming back. Brian walks through the passage showing the remembrance of Peter, the objection of those who do not know God, Peter's response to them, and our response as believers. 2 Peter 3:1-13
2 Peter #4: Growing in Grace & Truth
August 02, 2020 16:20 - 41 minutes - 46.4 MBGod cares about the truth, and Peter reminds believers of the Profile of False Teachers and the Fallout of False Teaching. 2 Peter 2:10b-22
2 Peter #3: Growing in Grace & Truth
July 26, 2020 16:13 - 47 minutes - 54.2 MBFalse teachers operate by attacking the truth, specifically the truth of who Jesus is. They do this for purposes of exploitation. Peter is warning believers of these realities, and also encouraging them by reminding them of the judgment of God. 2 Peter 2:1-10a
2 Peter #2: Light in the Darkness
July 19, 2020 14:15 - 25 minutes - 28.1 MBPeter tells us that no prophecy of Scripture has come from men but rather men spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit. In a dark and dying world, God's Word is our light in the darkness.
2 Peter #1: Growing in Grace & Truth
July 12, 2020 16:38 - 42 minutes - 53 MBAs his death approaches, Peter writes his final letter to Christians reminding them that they have been given supernatural resources to live a Godly life. These resources give them a responsibility to make every effort to grow in their faith. 2 Peter 1:1-11
Amos #5: Let Justice and Righteousness Flow
July 05, 2020 15:57 - 26 minutes - 29.5 MBAt the end of Amos we see that God provides hope for his people even as he promises to judge them for their sin. Amos 9.
Amos #4: Let Justice and Righteousness Flow
June 27, 2020 16:12 - 47 minutes - 56.8 MBThe visions Amos gets from God reminds us of the importance of aligning our thinking and behaviors according to the plumb line of God's justice and righteousness found in his word instead of the values of the world. Amos 7-8
Amos #3: A Call to Repentance
June 21, 2020 23:20 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBThe book of Amos is about God's judgment on Israel, but we are able to learn from the reasons for their judgment (comfort at a cost and a phony faith) while also learning from the call to repentance offered to individual Israelites. (Amos Chs 5-6)
Amos #2: Let Justice and Righteousness Flow
June 14, 2020 14:57 - 47 minutes - 53.1 MBGod reveals that Israel will be judged due to their unique relationship with Him and their pursuit of comfort at a cost to others, as well as their phony faith. We end the sermon with a time of lament as a church. Amos Chs 3-4
Amos: Let Justice and Righteousness Flow #1
June 07, 2020 13:45 - 43 minutes - 26.6 MBIn chapters 1 and 2, Amos delivers eight prophecies against Israel and her neighbors, promising judgment for their sin. God cares about justice and righteousness. A relationship with God does not provide immunity, but increases responsibility.
2 Thessalonians: Return of the King #3
May 31, 2020 13:35 - 29 minutes - 32 MBIn 2 Thessalonians 3 Paul instructs us that while we wait for the Lord's return we should pray for the spread of the gospel, not be idle, and not grow weary in doing good.
2 Thessalonians: Return of the King #2
May 24, 2020 13:20 - 38 minutes - 22.3 MBPaul corrects the Thessalonians fear that Jesus had returned. He reminds them the rebellion and the revealing of the man of lawlessness must happen first, which happen after the restrainer is removed. He then challenges them to stand firm in their faith. 2 Thessalonians 2
2 Thessalonians: Return of the King #1
May 17, 2020 13:12 - 34 minutes - 42.9 MBLife is full of trials and suffering of various kinds. 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12 was written to encourage followers of Jesus to endure in suffering and to keep growing by understanding that Jesus will return to make it all right.
How Long, O Lord? Lamentations #4
May 10, 2020 13:27 - 27 minutes - 32 MBLamentations is a Memorial that provides valuable lessons about how to pray and voice our sorrow while living between the consequences of sin in a fallen world and the hope of our future restoration. Lamentations 5:1-22
How Long, O Lord? Lamentations #3
May 03, 2020 13:07 - 31 minutes - 38.7 MBLaments help us express our sorrows, but they also help us remember lessons learned in pain. For those in Jerusalem, the destruction of the city exposed some of the idols they trusted in rather than God. What idols do we worship in our culture today? Lamentations 4
How Long, O Lord? Lamentations #2
April 26, 2020 13:42 - 39 minutes - 49.2 MBIn Lamentations 2-3 we see the continuing consequences of the destruction of Jerusalem. But in the center of this devastation, the writer expresses trust in the Lord. How can we trust God in the midst of trials? We will learn four principles to remember.
How Long, O Lord? Lamentations #1
April 19, 2020 13:26 - 36 minutes - 45.2 MBThe world of the Jews has been turned upside down. Jerusalem has been destroyed, the temple burned, the people taken into exile. It is judgment for their sin, but for how long? How do we talk to God in the midst of our pain? Lamentations 1
Easter 2020
April 12, 2020 13:54 - 34 minutes - 42.6 MBThey had thought Jesus was the Messiah, but now he was dead. This isn't the way it was supposed to be. Jesus' death and resurrection were a declaration by God that, indeed, this isn't the way it is supposed to be, but that He was doing something about it. John 20:1-31
Ephesians #14
April 05, 2020 13:48 - 43 minutes - 53.3 MBPaul ends the letter to the Ephesians by encouraging believers to stand firm in the midst of the spiritual war we are engaged in. Kevin points out 5 things God wants us to know from this text. Ephesians 6:10-24