Creekside

Originally Aired: Jun 1st, 2025

Sunday morning Lesson

Speaker: Nathan Pickup

3949 Lithia Pinecrest Rd.

Brandon, FL 33596

How can sincere prayer shape your story, your ministry, and your mission?

Walk through Matthew 6 and the Book of Acts to see how deep, honest relationships and bold evangelism begin with sincere prayer. With testimonies of faith, powerful historical stories, and a 3-step testimony model based on 1 Peter 3:15, this message will inspire you to reach the masses, the multitudes, and the menages—your household, your community, and beyond. Whether you're a seasoned believer or soul-searching, this message calls you to pray, share, and serve like never before.

What does it take to become a true fisher of men? Journey through the unforgettable 21-step transformation of Jonah, the prophet who ran from God's call—only to be swallowed by grace. From a ship in the storm to the heart of Nineveh, discover how Jonah’s reluctant obedience mirrors the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Filled with humor, historical insight, and soul-searching reflection, this sermon invites you to recognize the storm, remember the fish, and respond to God's mercy. Be challenged. Be changed. Be caught by God.

Graduates, life is coming at you fast—but Paul has something timeless to say about joy, purpose, and perseverance. In this uplifting reading and reflection on the entire book of Philippians, we unpack themes of thanksgiving, humility, spiritual maturity, and the ultimate prize: knowing Christ. Whether you're stepping into college, a career, or the unknown, this message reminds you that your true citizenship is in heaven and your strength is in Christ. Let this be your launchpad into a life of deeper faith, rooted joy, and unshakable hope.

Speaker: Keegan Wilson

Are you chasing happiness or building a life of lasting joy? In this special graduation Sunday sermon, we celebrate our seniors with a message straight from Matthew 6 on finding true, sustainable joy through worship, service, and surrender to Jesus. From sprinklers and youth camp pranks to heartfelt prayers and fasting, this lesson connects real-life stories with deep scriptural truths. Learn how to store up treasures in heaven, seek God in secret, and live a life that outlasts the moment. A must-hear for every believer stepping into a new season.

What does it really mean to go the second mile? Explore Jesus’ radical teaching in Matthew 5:41 through relatable stories, ancient Roman history, and an unforgettable comparison between two men—Simon and Benjamin. From the daily grind of life's responsibilities to the eternal wisdom of Christ’s words, this message reminds us that true Christian living begins where obligation ends. The second mile brings a smile and then some.

Speaker: Jim Adair

Explore how parents can raise godly children in an ungodly world by covering them in consistent, heartfelt prayer. Using Jesus’ own words in the Sermon on the Mount, this message outlines three transformative ways to pray for your kids: with persistence, sincerity, and a spirit of love—even when parenting feels hardest. Packed with Scripture (Matthew 7, 6, and 5), heartfelt song lyrics, and real-life applications, this lesson reminds every mom, dad, and grandparent that prayer is both a shield and a sword in the spiritual formation of our children. Whether you’re just starting your parenting journey or watching your grown kids raise their own, this sermon will reignite your purpose and passion.

Speaker: Nathan Pickup

What does the Bible really teach about resurrection—and why does it matter to your life right now? We explore Romans 8:11 and 1 Corinthians 15 to uncover three reasons the bodily resurrection is essential to Christian hope, purity, and perseverance. Learn how this doctrine shapes your view of temptation, suffering, and eternal purpose in Christ.

Speaker: Nathan Pickup

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