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Steve Smith :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, April 7, 2024

In Romans 9:1-18, Paul’s task is to debunk a prevailing mindset: “Our failure is God’s fault”. From Pastor Steve’s message we find 3 reasons why Israel’s unbelief doesn’t mean God’s word has failed, that His character is flawed, or that His people are forsaken. Steve’s sermon follows announcements and a video from a missionary family to Ukraine.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

“And Can it Be” written by Charles Wesley, Music by Dan Forrest

Performed by Creekside Church Easter Choir, March 31, 2024

Conductor: Karen McFadden

Pianist: Brandon Runnels

Cellist: Christopher Swanson

Choir: Rod Clarkson, Preston Nicewarner, Paul Kline, Mike Nicewarner, Josiah Derr, Tom Baird, Leah Westrum, Lexi Williams, Amy Johnson, Anne Marie Runnels, Brooke Westphal, Lisa McMullen, Ann Carter, Ashlyn Derr, Aubrey Crim, and Jessalyn Kline

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Steve Smith :: Creekside Church :: Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024

You’ve heard of the 7 deadly sins, but what about the “7 devastating consequences”? Jesus raised from the dead is an essential doctrine of the Christian faith. Preaching a Resurrection Sunday message from 1 Corinthians 15, Pastor Steve points out 7 devastating consequences if there were no resurrection. The good news is the reality that “now Christ has been raised from the dead…” (15:20) and His life is the only hope for ours. Steve’s message follows a special Easter choir presentation.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Funeral Service for Elinor Rae Gray (12/19/2031-3/21/2024) at Creekside Church, Friday, March 29, 2024 at 10:30am

Officiants: Tom Baird and Larry Westphal

Musician: Karen McFadden, Accompanist

Order of Service:

Welcome and Opening Prayer: Steve Smith

Obituary: Larry Westphal

Congregational Hymn: “Amazing Grace”

Remembrances of Elinor

Message: Tom Baird

Congregational Hymn:”The Old Rugged Cross”

Closing Prayer: Steve Smith

Graveside Service: Larry Westphal

Pallbearers: Coralynn Gray, Aaron Gray, Andrew Gray, Megan Elsbecker, Zach Elsbecker, Parker Gray, Kylie LeTellier, Logan LeTellier

Internment: Glendale Cemetery, Des Moines, Iowa

Bob Short :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, March 24, 2024

“And He said to them, ‘I have eagerly desired to eat this Passover with you before I suffer.“ (Luke‬ ‭22‬:‭15‬) Looking back at the week leading up to Jesus’ death and resurrection, Bob Short’s Palm Sunday message begins with the Passover meal Jesus ate with His disciples on Maundy Thursday. Bob explores the 4 cups of the meal and what they represent, connecting the past deliverance of Israel from slavery in Egypt (Exodus 6) to the greater deliverance and fulfillment Jesus was about to provide as the Passover Lamb. Following communion and as worship continues, Bob closes the service with a reading from Psalm 118, the hymn Jesus and His disciples sang together.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Steve Smith :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, March 17, 2024

Believers in Jesus can rest in a God whose promises are never fickle, whose power never falters, and whose perfect love never fails, and His salvation is personal and permanent for all who trust in His Son. From Romans 8:31-39, Pastor Steve preaches on God’s work in saving and sanctifying His children (vs. 28-30) and reveals at least 3 assurances of our eternal security amidst present suffering. Steve’s message follows announcements and an update from Pablo and Bethany Calderon, missionaries Creekside supports in Romania.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Jesse South :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, Match 10, 2024

The glory we receive as heirs of God far outweighs the groaning we will experience as we suffer with Christ in this world. Creekside’s Youth Pastor Jesse South preaches from Romans 8:18-30 about "the already but not yet"—a believer’s hope of future glory, our comfort in God’s current work, and our confidence in what He’s done in the past. Jesse’s message follows a ministry highlight from Tim Moss. Tim shares about his family’s involvement in Joppa, a local homeless ministry.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Steve Smith :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, March 3, 2024

God’s gifts to believers revealed in Romans 8 are abundant! Pastor Steve continues an exploration of these blessings in his message from verses 12-17, where God’s Spirit arrests our depravity, attests to our identity in Christ, and assures us of eternal glory. Steve’s message follows several announcements.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Steve Smith :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, February 25, 2024

God’s Spirit gives us freedom from sin’s condemnation, governs our minds, and guarantees our eternal inheritance. Pastor Steve preaches from Romans 8:1-11 on these 3 powerful ways the Holy Spirit works for those who are “in Christ”, encouraging and empowering believers to live joyfully and victoriously for God’s glory. Steve’s message follows several announcements from Alan Crim.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.

Steve Smith :: Creekside Church :: Sunday, February 18, 2024

As an autoimmune disease does when our own immune system attacks healthy tissues within our bodies, the reality of sin in the life of a believer is an inner spiritual battle we all fight this side of glory. In Romans 7:14-25, Paul explores the confusion, cause, character, and comfort of this conflict. In Pastor Steve’s message, these 4 elements in a Christian’s battle against sin reveal our frailty, reinforce the necessity of living out our true identity, and rejoicing in our ultimate victory.

Worship music permitted under CCLI License #264436.