What happens when people from radically different cultures try to follow Jesus together? That’s the challenge the early church faced in Acts 15—and it’s one we still wrestle with today.Some Jewish Christians believed Gentiles had to adopt all their traditions to truly belong. Others, like Paul and Barnabas, insisted that salvation is by grace alone. At the heart of the conflict was this question: how do we build one church family out of people with different customs, values, and backgrounds?In this message, we explore the Jerusalem Council’s surprising decision—and what it means for our church today. You'll discover how the gospel calls us to embrace discomfort, lay down personal preferences, and make space at the table for people who aren’t just like us. Because real unity doesn’t come from sameness—it comes from love.For more information about our church community, or to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc.

Have you ever felt like your failure disqualified you from following Jesus?This week, we look at one of the most personal and powerful moments in the Gospels—when the risen Jesus makes breakfast for His disciples on the beach and restores Peter after his deepest failure.In John 21, Jesus doesn’t just forgive; He re-commissions. He doesn’t compare; He calls. If you’ve ever felt sidelined by your past or tempted to measure your journey against someone else’s, this message is for you.Join us as we discover how grace meets us by the fire—and how Jesus still says, “Follow me.”For more information about our church community, or to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc.

What do you do when the wine runs out—and you’re about to be humiliated? At a first-century wedding, running out of wine wasn’t just inconvenient—it was a social disaster. But into that crisis, Jesus quietly steps in, works a miracle, and saves the day.In this message, we explore Jesus’s first sign in the Gospel of John—not just a party trick, but a powerful glimpse of who He is and how He works. The God of the universe cares about ordinary people and everyday moments. His kingdom is massive, but it includes your mundane. When you obey—even in the small things—He brings transformation.📖 Scripture: John 2:1–11💡 Series: Faith for FoodiesFor more information about our church community, or to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc.

What do you do when someone refuses to change, no matter how many times they've been warned? In Ezekiel 4, God calls the prophet Ezekiel to act out His message through a series of strange and unsettling sign-acts—including cooking food over human waste. These symbolic actions were meant to confront the people of Judah with the reality of the coming siege of Jerusalem, and to show that God’s judgment wasn’t sudden or random—it was the result of generations of ignored warnings and persistent rebellion. But even in judgment, God's heart is on display: He’s patient, not passive, and His warnings are invitations to return before it’s too late.In this message, we’ll explore what these ancient symbols mean for us today, why God’s justice is part of His goodness, and how true repentance leads to restoration. We’ll also see how Ezekiel points us to Jesus, the greater prophet who didn’t just symbolize our judgment—He took it upon Himself. If you’ve ever wondered how God responds to stubborn hearts or what role repentance plays in the life of a believer, this message is for you. Join us as we worship, reflect, and respond to the grace of a God who still speaks through warnings—and still saves through love.For more information about our church community, or to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc.

What do you do when life overwhelms you—when fear, discouragement, or depression take over? In this message from 1 Kings 19, we look at the prophet Elijah, who went from spiritual victory to emotional collapse in a single chapter. His story shows us that even the most faithful can feel hopeless—and yet, God meets us there with care, provision, and grace.Whether you're walking through your own valley or supporting someone who is, this message will offer biblical wisdom and practical hope. Join us as we rediscover how God wants to use rest, truth, community, and His presence to lift us from despair into healing.For more information about our church community, or to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc.

What do ancient animal sacrifices have to do with following Jesus today?In this message from our “Faith for Foodies” series, we dig into the Old Testament barbecue—specifically, the sacrificial system described in Leviticus and throughout the Old Testament. At first glance, it might look primitive, irrelevant, or even disturbing. But when you take a closer look, the smells of the altar are full of meaning, pointing forward to the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.We explore how these offerings—especially the burnt offering (Leviticus 1), the fellowship offering (Leviticus 3), and the Day of Atonement rituals (Leviticus 16)—were never about feeding God or earning favor through performance. They were shadows of a better sacrifice to come. As Hebrews 10:1–14 reminds us, the law was only a shadow of the good things that are coming—not the realities themselves.Jesus fulfilled the entire sacrificial system by offering Himself once for all (Hebrews 10:10). His death wasn’t just a transaction—it was an invitation. You don’t have to earn your way into God’s presence anymore. The work is finished. The way is open. The table is set. You’re invited.If you’ve ever wondered why the Old Testament talks so much about sacrifice—or if you’ve felt like you need to “do more” to be right with God—this message will lead you to freedom, grace, and a renewed joy in the finished work of Christ.Main Scriptures:Leviticus 1, 3, 16Hebrews 10:1–14Watch now and rediscover how Jesus is the better sacrifice—and why His invitation is better than anything we could earn on our own.For more information about our church community, or to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc.

Have you ever felt like God was giving you just enough to scrape by—but never quite enough to breathe easy? In this message from our Faith for Foodies series, Pastor Luke walks through the story of manna in the wilderness (Exodus 16) to explore how “just enough” can actually be a sign of God’s faithful presence, not His absence.From daily bread to daily trust, this week’s teaching connects the Old Testament rhythm of dependence with Jesus’s invitation to pray, “Give us this day our daily bread” (Matthew 6:11). Along the way, we’ll uncover how the bread from heaven was never just about food—it was always about forming hearts that trust.📖 Key Texts:Exodus 16:1–20Deuteronomy 8:3Matthew 6:11John 6:48–51Worship, Communion, and a practical invitation to pray with faith in God’s enough-ness—join us as we discover that just enough is the perfect portion when God is teaching you to trust Him one day at a time.For more information about our church community, or to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc.

From the first bite in the garden, humanity’s story has been shaped by trust, temptation, and the question: Does God really know best? In this message, we explore Genesis 3 and the moment everything changed—not just because of disobedience, but because of distrust.Join us as we kick off our new series tracing the big story of the Bible from the first bite to the final banquet—and discover how even in our failure, God is already preparing a way back.For more information about our church community, or to partner with us, go to www.creekside.cc.