This week we are OBSERVING the life Jesus led in our FOLLOW series. Pastor Jeff shares today that the Bible teaches us that on the cross, Jesus took the punishment for all of our sins. 2 Corinthians 5:21 21 God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.…

Happy Monday! This is our week 2 for our series FOLLOW. Today Pastor Jeff challenge us to make a priority to seek God and pray daily, so we can live a life that honors God and avoid sin. Hebrews 4:15 15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—…

It is FRI-YAY! And with a special birthday shoutout from Pastor Jeff. Today's verse teaches that Jesus is the WAY, the TRUTH, and the LIFE. And that no one comes to the Father except through Him. John 14:6-7 6 Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. 7 If you know me, you will also know[a…

Today Pastor Jeff shares that as we follow Jesus, the Light of the World, let us be light to everyone around us. John 8:12 12 Jesus spoke to them again: “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life.”

Jesus says in our verse today that He is the bread of life. Join Pastor Jeff to learn more about what this means to us today. John 6:35 35 “I am the bread of life,” Jesus told them. “No one who comes to me will ever be hungry, and no one who believes in me will ever be thirsty again.

Today Pastor Jeff shares that when Jesus came on earth, He did not only came to die for our sins and raise from the dead, but He came to show us who God is. John 14:9 9 Jesus answered: “Don’t you know me, Philip, even after I have been among you such a long time? Anyone who has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, ‘Show us the Father’?…

This week we start a new series called FOLLOW. Each week we will explore each of the letters for the word follow and learn what means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ. F - Faith that Jesus is who He said He is. O - Observe the life Jesus led. L - Learn what God wants us to be. L - Love others like Jesus. O - Obey what you have learned. W - Walk lik…

It is FRI-YAY! And shout out day! As we wrap up our Psalm 119 series, Pastor Jeff shares that following God's word is the best decision we can do - today and every day. Psalm 119:168 I obey your precepts and your statutes, for all my ways are known to you.

Today we learn with Pastor Jeff that we need to set your hearts to do something all of your lives - to seek God's word, obey and live by it. Psalm 119:112 112 My heart is set on keeping your decrees to the very end.

Today Pastor Jeff will talk about family traditions. In our verse today, the psalmist shares that the word of God is his heritage forever. Psalm 119:111 111 Your statutes are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart.

Today we learn with Pastor Jeff that there is no price on how valuable the word of God is. Psalm 119:72 72 The law from your mouth is more precious to me than thousands of pieces of silver and gold.

Happy Monday! In our last week of our Psalm 119 series we learn today with Pastor Jeff that we should always be joyful when we follow God's word. We should be happy as we just found a treasure. Psalm 119:14 14 I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches.

It is FRI-YAY! And shout out day! Today Pastor Jeff shares that when we learn more and more about what God teaches us in His word, we truly find a beautiful treasure. Psalm 119:162 162 I rejoice in your promise like one who finds great spoil.

Please join Pastor Jeff in our Psalm 119 series. Our verse today assures that God's hand is ready to help us when we need it. That is the best help anyone can ever have. Psalm 119:173 173 May your hand be ready to help me, for I have chosen your precepts.

Today Pastor Jeff will share on how do we know what God promises us. The answer - We have to read His word, the Bible. Psalm 119:154 154 Defend my cause and redeem me; preserve my life according to your promise.

Today Pastor Jeff shares that when we face hard situations we should call out to God. We can just say "God, help me to make a good choice" Psalm 119:146 146 I call out to you; save me and I will keep your statutes.

Happy Monday! In our Psalm 119 series, we are learning today with Pastor Jeff that the Bible helps us when we are sad, or worried, or scared about something. God's words are our medicine in the middle of the pain, that makes us feel better. Psalm 119:143 143 Trouble and distress have come upon me, but your commands give me delight.…

It is FRI-YAY! And shout out day! Today Pastor Jeff teaches us that the word of God, The Bible bring us safety in this world. Psalm 119:114 114 You are my refuge and my shield; I have put my hope in your word.

Today we learn with Pastor Jeff that for every situation that might come in our lives, God has a word for us in the Bible. Psalm 119:130 130 The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.

Today we are learning with Pastor Jeff that we should ask God to turn our eyes away from things that don't honor Him. Psalm 119:37 37 Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word.

Today we learn that the Bible always helps us to go through the right path! Psalm 119:35 35 Direct me in the path of your commands, for there I find delight.

Happy Monday. In our Psalm 119 series, today Pastor Jeff shares that the Bible is our light in this dark word. Psalm 119:105 105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.

Today is FRI-YAY! And we need more shoutouts for Pastor Jeff. Please e-mail us at creekkids@sugarcreek.net with your name and stay tunned to hear your name in a FRI-YAY episode! Pastor Jeff shares today that when our eyes are really open, we can see the wonderful things God have for us in His word. Psalm 119:18 18 Open my eyes that I may see wonder…

Pastor Jeff shares today that the Bible should be a book that we learn to love! Psalm 119:167 167 I obey your statutes, for I love them greatly.

Today Pastor Jeff shares that we should always ask God to nurture our spiritual growth. Psalm 119:159 159 See how I love your precepts; preserve my life, Lord, in accordance with your love.

Today Pastor Jeff talks about mercy our Psalm 119 series. Psalm 119:132 132 Turn to me and have mercy on me, as you always do to those who love your name.

Happy Monday! This is our second week in our Psalm 119 series and we are learning verses that talk about hiding God's words in our hearts. Psalm 119:97 97 Oh, how I love your law! I meditate on it all day long.

It is FRI-YAY! And shout out day! Today we learn with Pastor Jeff that we should hide God's word in our hearts. Psalm 119:11 11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.

Today we learn with Pastor Jeff that God's word the Bible give us counsel. Psalm 119:24 24 Your statutes are my delight; they are my counselors.

Today Pastor Jeff will talk about the word rejoice. The world rejoice means full of joy. Psalm 119:14-16 14 I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches. 15 I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways. 16 I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word.

We are exploring Psalm 119 and today Pastor Jeff shares that as we learn more about God in the Bible, we praise Him. Psalm 119:7-8 7 I will praise you with an upright heart as I learn your righteous laws. 8 I will obey your decrees; do not utterly forsake me.

Happy Monday! This week Pastor Jeff starts a new series and we are going to explore with him what the Psalm 119 teaches us. Psalm 119:1-2 1 Blessed are those whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord. 2 Blessed are those who keep his statutes and seek him with all their heart—…

It is Fri-YAY! And shout out day by Pastor Jeff. Today we are wrapping up our kindness series, and today's verse teaches us that God is love. 1 John 4:8 8 Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.

Kindness starts in our hearts! Join Pastor Jeff as he shares more about it today. Matthew 5:8 8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.

Join Pastor Jeff today in our kindness series. Today's verse reminds us that kindness is something that needs to stay with us. Proverbs 3:3 3 Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart.

Today we learn with Pastor Jeff that you can be a encourager and help people feel better by saying kind words. Acts 11:24 24 He was a good man, full of the Holy Spirit and faith, and a great number of people were brought to the Lord.

This is our last week for our Kindness series and today Pastor Jeff is talking about loving our enemies. Matthew 5:44-45 44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighte…

It is FRI-YAY! And shout day to our friends from Miami!! Today Pastor Jeff reminds us to do the right thing, which, by the way. also happens to be the kind thing. Proverbs 11:6 6 The righteousness of the upright will deliver them

Pastor Jeff shares that when we treat others in the same way that we wish to be treated, we are doing the right thing. James 2:8 8 If you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, “Love your neighbor as yourself,”[a] you are doing right.

Today Pastor Jeff shares that the happiest people are those who love God and follow His rules. Matthew 5:6 6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.

Today Pastor Jeff reminds us that Jesus instructed us to care for those who can't care for themselves, wherever they may be. Matthew 25:40 40 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’

Happy Monday! In our kindness series, Pastor Jeff reminds us today that we should learn to control our tempers before our tempers controls us. Proverbs 29:11 11 A foolish person loses his temper. But a wise person controls his anger.

It is FRI-YAY! And shout out day! Today Pastor Jeff shares that we should thank God for the family and friends He has brought to our lives! Philippians 1:3 3 I thank my God every time I remember you.

Pastor Jeff shares about gossip today. When we gossip, we hurt others and we hurt ourselves. That is why the Bible tells us that Gossip is wrong. Proverbs 16:28 28 A perverse person stirs up conflict, and a gossip separates close friends.

Join Pastor Jeff today as he shares that God knows what you thinks and what you do. And, if you want to please God, you must examine your heart and your intentions. Jeremiah 17:10 10 “I the Lord search the heart and examine the mind, to reward each person according to their conduct, according to what their deeds deserve.”…

Today Pastor Jeff shares that respect and kindness for others is a habit you form. The more you do it, the easier it becomes. 1 Peter 2:17 17 Show proper respect to everyone, love the family of believers, fear God.

This week we continue our series about KINDNESS, and today we will talk about Being Kind to Parents. Exodus 20:12 12 “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.

It is FRI-YAY! And shout out day!! Today Pastor Jeff shares that the Bible tells us that we must care for one another, and when everybody is happy that's an easy thing to do. But when people are sad, for whatever reason, it is up to us to speak a kind word or to offer a helping hand. Hebrews 10:24 24 Let us consider how we can stir up one another t…

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PASTOR JEFF! Today he shares that "Honesty is the best policy". But honesty in not just the best policy, it is also God's policy. Proverbs 11:3 3 Those who do what is right are guided by their honest lives

Pastor Jeff shares today that you should not worry about things, pray about them, even to help you to be kind to someone. Philippians 4:6 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.