Welcome to Creekside Community Church's online service! Guiding Question: What does it mean to be a faithful witness to Jesus during a time when influence and favor seem to be fading? Join us as we explore the third week of our "Sojourners" series, titled Behind Enemy Lines. In this message, we will unpack what it looks like to stand firm in our faith and be a witness to Jesus, even when the world around us is increasingly hostile. Message Highlights: Good Deeds (1 Peter 2:11-12): Discover why doing good is both an internal battle and a powerful external testimony. Our motives matter—let’s seek to do good not to earn our place in God’s kingdom, but because we already belong to it. Remarkable Hope (1 Peter 3:13-17): Learn how to trust in the Lord during persecution. This hope in God's vindication and His coming Kingdom is what sustains us through life’s trials. An Undeserved Bad Reputation (1 Peter 2:12; 3:16): Understand that we may be misunderstood and slandered for the right reasons. It’s not about defending our reputation, but about remaining faithful and good. Application: Seek opportunities to do good in every area of your life. Equip yourself with our growing library of resources to answer questions about your faith. Reflect on your reputation—if it’s negative, is it for the right reasons? Don't miss this powerful message that encourages us to remain faithful witnesses to Jesus, even in challenging times. Tune in live or catch the replay! 🔔 Subscribe and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all our latest sermons and teachings. Connect with us: Website: https://www.creekside.cc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside.Community.Elizabeth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creekside.community.elizabeth/

Welcome to Creekside Community Church's online service! In Week 2 of our "Sojourners" series, we delve into the story of Daniel and his friends as they navigate the temptations of Babylon. Guiding Question: How do you know where to draw the line? Join us as we explore Daniel 1:1-21, where Nebuchadnezzar’s plan to turn young Israelite nobles into Babylonians backfires. Discover how Daniel's discernment and resolve to remain faithful to God offers powerful lessons for us today. Message Highlights: A Case Study in Discernment and Resolve: Learn about the challenges Daniel faced and the theories behind why he refused the king's food and wine. The Point: "Plant your flag on the hills that matter most, not on every rise you see." Application: How to discern with your community where to draw the line in your own life, and why it's important to focus on matters of identity and the source of your blessings. Whether you're joining us live or catching the replay, we pray this message inspires you to stand firm in your faith, even in a world that often challenges your convictions. Don’t be afraid of being weird; be afraid of being irrelevant. Connect with us: Website: https://www.creekside.cc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside.Community.Elizabeth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creekside.community.elizabeth/

Welcome to the livestream of today's service at Creekside Community Church! Join us as we explore the biblical theme of exile, tracing its significance from the Old Testament through to the New Testament. Discover how the experience of exile shapes our understanding of faith and identity as followers of Jesus in a world where we don't truly belong. 🔍 Key Points: Understanding exile: a state of not truly belonging where you find yourself. The exile of Israel and the spiritual exile of humanity. How Jesus ended our exile and the call for Christians to live as sojourners. Embrace your identity as an exile in this world: discontent is normal, hope for hospitality, but don't strive to make this world a paradise. 📖 Scripture References: 2 Kings 24:12-14 Genesis 3:21-24 Hebrews 11:8-10 Ezekiel 36:24-28 Zechariah 8:3-8 Mark 1:15 Matthew 8:20 1 Peter 2:24 1 Peter 1:1-2 John 15:19 Philippians 3:20 Tune in and be encouraged as we learn to navigate life as exiles, looking forward to the day when Jesus returns and our true home is restored. Don’t miss this thought-provoking message that challenges us to rethink our place in the world and our hope in Christ. Connect with us: Website: https://www.creekside.cc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside.Community.Elizabeth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creekside.community.elizabeth/

Welcome to the livestream of today's service at Creekside Community Church! Join us as our guest preacher, Mike Anderson, helps us conclude our study of the book of Ecclesiastes. Today we explore what it means for the young to view their life priorities in light of old age, and how all of us can learn to obey the Lord from the heart, in light of our ultimate future. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more sermons and teachings from Creekside Community Church! Connect with us: Website: https://www.creekside.cc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside.Community.Elizabeth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creekside.community.elizabeth/ Thank you for being part of our online community. Let's journey together in understanding and applying God's timeless wisdom!

Welcome to the livestream of today's service at Creekside Community Church! Join us as we delve into Ecclesiastes 9:13-11:6 with the message titled, "Make the Odds Be Ever in Your Favor." Guiding Question: Is it worth living wisely since it doesn’t always pay off? Key Points: The Wisdom of Speaking Up (Ecclesiastes 9:13-10:7) Explore the story of a poor, unrecognized man whose wisdom saves his city. Understand why it’s crucial to speak up when you know the right course of action. Application: Do you speak up when you perceive the right course of action, or do you keep it to yourself? The Wisdom of Diligent Work (Ecclesiastes 10:8-20) Learn about the risks and rewards of diligent work. See how working hard, despite the risks, is better than the alternative. Application: Do you engage in your work diligently—in spite of mixed results? The Wisdom of Investing Broadly (Ecclesiastes 11:1-6) Discover the importance of diversifying investments and the wisdom in taking calculated risks. Application: Do you invest broadly—in spite of its risks? The Point: Wisdom cannot guarantee you success, but it's still your best play. Connection to Christ: Investing in the kingdom of God is your surest, long-term investment (Matthew 6:19-21). Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more sermons and teachings from Creekside Community Church! Connect with us: Website: https://www.creekside.cc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside.Community.Elizabeth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creekside.community.elizabeth/ Thank you for being part of our online community. Let's journey together in understanding and applying God's timeless wisdom!

Join us as we dive into the thought-provoking message, "The Lottery of Life," based on Ecclesiastes 9:1-12. Our preacher will explore the profound observations and frustrations of the Teacher in Ecclesiastes, who grapples with the apparent randomness of life and the inevitability of death. Key Points: Guiding Frustration: If following God’s ways offers no guarantee that life will go well, what is the point? (Ecclesiastes 9:1) The Best Players Don’t Always Win: The Teacher notes that skill and strategy do not always determine success because chance has a role in the outcome (Ecclesiastes 9:11-12). Moreover, death is the ultimate equalizer, affecting everyone regardless of their choices (Ecclesiastes 9:2-3). The Teacher’s Application: Since God has "pre-approved" enjoyment of His good, created gifts, the Teacher advises to find joy in life's ordinary aspects (Ecclesiastes 9:7-9). However, his understanding is limited, as he views death as the end (Ecclesiastes 9:10). Jesus’s Application: Jesus affirms the Teacher’s observations that life circumstances do not indicate righteousness (Luke 13:1-5). He challenges the notion that death is the end, promising a future accounting and an ultimate guarantee of well-being for those who follow Him. Join us as we unpack these themes and learn how to navigate the seeming randomness of life with faith and trust in God's plan. Our service will also include worship, prayer, and the Lord's Supper. Connect with us: Website: https://www.creekside.cc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside.Community.Elizabeth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creekside.community.elizabeth/ Thank you for being part of our online community. Let's journey together in understanding and applying God's timeless wisdom!

Join us for a powerful and insightful sermon from our board member Rob Geislinger as we continue our journey through the book of Ecclesiastes. This Sunday, we tackle a challenging question: "Why does God allow good things to happen to bad people?" Together, we'll dive into Ecclesiastes 8 and examine biblical examples, including the reigns of King David, Saul, and Solomon. We'll uncover how we, as Christians, are called to respond to authority, even when it feels unjust, and learn the crucial difference between accommodation and compromise in our daily lives. Key Scripture: Ecclesiastes 8, Romans 13:1, Daniel 3:17-18, James 1:5, and 1 Timothy 4:1-2 Connect with us: Website: https://www.creekside.cc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside.Community.Elizabeth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creekside.community.elizabeth/ Thank you for being part of our online community. Let's journey together in understanding and applying God's timeless wisdom!

Welcome to Creekside Community Church! We invite you to join us in this insightful exploration of Ecclesiastes 7:1-8:1 as we seek to apply its wisdom to our lives. Together, let's discover how to navigate the challenges of envy and oppression with contentment and community. 🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated with our latest sermons and teachings. 👍 Like, share, and comment to help spread the message. 📱 Follow us on social media for more inspirational content. Connect with us: Website: https://www.creekside.cc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Creekside.Community.Elizabeth/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creekside.community.elizabeth/ Thank you for being part of our online community. Let's journey together in understanding and applying God's timeless wisdom!