What happens after we die? What will happen to our loved ones who have passed away? In 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Paul addresses these very questions, assuring believers that death is not the end but the beginning of something far greater.The early Christians in Thessalonica were grieving the loss of fellow believers, unsure if they would miss out on Christ’s return. Paul’s response is a powerful reminder that our hope is not in a timeline but in the person of Jesus Christ. His resurrection is the foundation of our future, and when He returns, we will be with Him forever.This message challenges us to shift our focus away from speculations about the end times and instead anchor our faith in the certainty of Christ’s victory over death.We will explore how to grieve with hope, live in expectation, and encourage one another with these words.Whether you are struggling with loss, have questions about the afterlife, or simply want to deepen your understanding of biblical hope, this message is for you.Join us for worship, teaching, and a renewed perspective on what comes next.Watch the video about the Rapture here: https://youtu.be/xT5raOkkdmoFor more info about our church community, or to connect with us, go to www.creekside.cc

Welcome to our worship service at Creekside! Today’s message, “Holy Ambition,” explores God’s will for our lives—our sanctification. In 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12, Paul calls believers to pursue holiness, sexual purity, and a life that reflects Christ to the world.Sanctification isn’t a self-powered struggle—it’s a Spirit-powered journey. God doesn’t just call us to purity; He empowers us through His Holy Spirit. Join us as we learn how to walk in holiness, love one another deeply, and live with quiet integrity.📌 Key Themes in Today’s Message:God’s will is our sanctification—to be set apart in a good way.Sexual purity isn’t just about avoiding sin but about choosing holiness and honor.The Holy Spirit empowers us to live in obedience (v.8).A life of love and integrity is a testimony to the world (vv.9-12).🛠 Application:✔ Identify – Be brutally honest: Is there sexual sin in your life?✔ Repent – Admit the full truth to God, asking for forgiveness and healing.✔ Confess – Tell a trusted Christian to deepen healing and accountability.✔ Remove Opportunities – Take decisive action to cut off temptation.✔ Pursue God’s “Yes” – Focus on the holy, free, and fruitful life He is calling you to.🙏 Join us in worship and reflection as we pursue a life that pleases God!For more info about our church community, or to connect with us, go to www.creekside.cc

Welcome to Creekside! Today’s message, "Praying Like Your Life Depends on It," dives into 1 Thessalonians 2:17–3:13, where Paul shows us the urgency and necessity of prayer. He knew that faith is fragile, suffering is real, and spiritual opposition is relentless—so he responded with passionate, desperate prayer. What if we prayed the same way?What You'll Learn Today:Why Paul was desperate to return to the Thessalonians (2:17-20).How persecution and spiritual warfare threaten faith (3:1-5).The power of prayer to strengthen believers in trials (3:6-13).How to pray with urgency—just like Paul did.📖 Key Verse: 1 Thessalonians 3:13 – “May he strengthen your hearts so that you will be blameless and holy in the presence of our God and Father when our Lord Jesus comes.”Big Idea:"Until we know that life is war, we will not know what prayer is for." — John PiperHow to Pray for Those on Your Heart:✅ Pray for overflowing love—not just feelings, but concrete, selfless action (3:12).✅ Pray for endurance through suffering—not for the avoidance of trials, but for steadfastness in them (3:3-4).✅ Pray for greater reliance on God—not self-sufficiency, but a deep dependence on His sustaining power (3:13).For more info about our church community, or to connect with us, go to www.creekside.cc

Welcome to Creekside Community Church! In today’s message, we explore 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16, where Paul defends his ministry and provides a model for faithful church leadership and Christian living. Guiding Questions: - How do you recognize a healthy church and a faithful pastor? - How do you evaluate your own faithfulness as a follower of Jesus? - What does it mean to stand firm in faith—even when it costs you? Summary:Paul, Silas, and Timothy set the example of a ministry that was built on integrity, sincerity, and sacrifice. They preached not for personal gain, but to please God, sharing their lives with those they ministered to. The Thessalonians responded by receiving the gospel not as human words, but as God’s truth, remaining faithful despite persecution. This passage challenges us to examine: 1. What we expect from spiritual leaders—Do they serve with integrity and gospel-centered love? 2. How we receive God’s Word—Do we submit to it as truth or only accept what is comfortable? 3. How we endure in faith—Do we remain faithful even when it costs us something? For more info about our church community, or to connect with us, go to www.creekside.cc

What makes a church truly faithful? In 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, Paul celebrates a young church that isn’t just surviving but thriving—marked by work produced by faith, labor motivated by love, and endurance inspired by hope (1 Thess. 1:3). Their faith wasn’t passive, their love wasn’t just words, and their hope wasn’t wishful thinking—it fueled real action and perseverance.Join us for worship and the first message in our 1 Thessalonians series, where we’ll explore what it means to be a championship church—a church that stands strong, lives faithfully, and endures with confidence in Christ.For more info about our church community, or to connect with us, go to www.creekside.cc

Unity is powerful, but uniting around the wrong thing can be more dangerous than division. In this message, we’ll explore what it truly means to follow King Jesus, find our identity in His kingdom, and live as His ambassadors in the world. Join us as we dive into Matthew 16:13-17 and 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 to uncover how our shared allegiance to Jesus unites us in mission, message, and identity. 🔴 LIVE Sunday at 10:00 am 📖 Key Themes: What does it mean that Jesus is the Christ? Why is our identity as citizens of His kingdom so crucial? How do we live as ambassadors for King Jesus? 📢 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe so you don’t miss future messages! #CreeksideCommunity #KingJesus #AmbassadorsOfChrist #Livestream For more info about our church community, or to connect with us, go to www.creekside.cc

Join us as we continue our Worlds Apart series with this week’s message, Singled Out. In this sermon, we’ll explore biblical truths about singleness and how it fits into God’s greater plan for sanctification and community. Whether you’re single or married, discover how Christlikeness is the ultimate goal and how the church can be a family for everyone. Don’t miss this important message of purpose, belonging, and hope! Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 7:7-9, 32-35; 1 Thessalonians 4:3; Galatians 3:26-28 For more info about our church community, or to connect with us, go to www.creekside.cc

Today we explore the story of Eli and his sons from 1 Samuel 2–3. We’ll uncover the dangers of neglecting boundaries, the power of modeling faithfulness, and how passivity can lead to devastating consequences in our families. Whether you’re parenting young children or guiding adult ones, this message offers biblical wisdom and practical steps for creating a legacy of love, grace, and faithfulness. Stay tuned for uplifting worship, meaningful teaching, and insights that can transform your family relationships. Scripture References: 1 Samuel 2:12-29 1 Samuel 3:1-21 1 Timothy 1:2-5 For more info about our church community, or to connect with us, go to www.creekside.cc