Exiles Strangers and Exiles on Earth | Part 2 Dr. Jessica Fernandez November 2, 2025 Peter reminds believers that this world is not our home—we are “aliens and strangers.” But being outsiders doesn’t mean we disappear; it means we live in such a way that even those who oppose us see the goodness of God. In a world that tempts us to compromise or conform, we’re called to stand out with holy lives, radical love, and unwavering hope. Our faithfulness in exile points people to a kingdom that cannot be shaken.

Exiles Seek The Peace Of The City | Part 1 Dr. Jessica Fernandez October 26, 2025 When Israel was carried into exile in Babylon, their natural instinct was to resist, withdraw, or despair. But God gave them a surprising command: “Seek the peace and prosperity of the city.” Even in a foreign land, God’s people were called to pray, to serve, and to bring life to their communities. As modern-day exiles, we are called to do the same—living not in fear or withdrawal, but as agents of God’s blessing where He has placed us. ________ Discussion Questions 1. Where has God “carried” you to right now that feels uncomfortable or unfamiliar? How might God be asking you to build, plant, or seek peace in that very place instead of trying to escape it? 2. Jeremiah 29 shows God’s people thriving in exile through everyday faithfulness like building homes, planting gardens, praying for the city. What does thriving look like for you in your current season? 3. God commanded His people to seek the peace (shalom) of the city that had harmed them. What would it look like for you to bring shalom, wholeness, healing, and hope, into your workplace, family, or community? 4. In what areas of your life do you tend to withdraw, assimilate, or fight back when faced with cultural tension? What might faithful presence, engaging without losing your identity, look like instead? 5. Jeremiah 29:11 is often read as a promise of comfort, but you taught that it’s actually a promise of steady faithfulness over time. How does seeing this verse in its proper context change the way you view waiting, suffering, or purpose?1. Where do you notice “masquerade” in your life (outside-in pressure to perform) versus “metamorphosis” (inside-out renewal)? What would cooperating with transformation look like this week? 2. Which part of the redemption arc most encourages you today—bougSeek The Peace Of The City

Why Church? All In | Part 2 Dr. Jessica Fernandez August 24, 2025 The Church thrives when ordinary people say yes to an extraordinary mission. This message is a call to move beyond passive attendance and step fully into God’s purpose—offering our time, talents, and resources to something far greater than ourselves. Jesus invites us into a radically generous, mission-driven community where sacrifice becomes joy and service becomes worship. We’re not just filling roles—we’re building the Kingdom. When we give our lives to the Church, we’re investing in what Jesus gave His life for. Your presence matters. Your gifts matter. Because the Church isn’t just worth your time—it’s worthy of your life. Connect. Serve. Grow. Give. __________ Discussion Questions 1. What area of your life has been the hardest to surrender to Jesus—and why do you think that is? Reflect on your personal "life balls" (e.g., time,relationships, career, past, control). What are you still trying to carry? 2. What does being “All In” for Jesus look like in your current season of life? In what ways are you following Him with full devotion, and where might you be holding back? 3. How has surrendering to Jesus in the past brought freedom, healing, or direction in your life? Share a testimony of a time you let go of something and saw God show up in a powerful way. 4. Which area—Connect, Serve, Grow, or Give—do you feel God is inviting you to step into more fully right now? What’s one action you can take this week to lean into that area? 5. Why is it important to surrender in community instead of trying to do it alone? How can your group support each other in taking the next steps of obedience and trust?

Why Church? Plan A | Part 1 Dr. Jessica Fernandez August 17, 2025 What if the Church wasn’t just a good idea—but God’s idea? From Genesis to Revelation, God has been forming a people to carry His love, truth, and hope into the world. The Church—imperfect as she is—isn’t a side project or a backup plan. She’s Plan A. In this message, we’ll rediscover the Church’s true identity: a spiritual family, a beacon of truth, a place of healing, and a launchpad for mission. The Church may be flawed, but she is chosen—called to bring light to the darkness and hope to the hopeless. This message invites you to see the Church not as something you attend, but as something you’re invited to become—a vital part of God’s redemptive mission in the world. __________ 1. How do your personal wounds or disappointments with the Church reflect a deeper theology of grace, brokenness, and sanctification? In what ways has the Church’s imperfection challenged your view of God's redemptive plan through flawed people? (Read Ephesians 5:25–27. How does Christ’s love for an imperfect Bride reframe your expectations of the Church?) 2. Ephesians 3:10 says that through the Church, God's "manifold wisdom" is made known even to the “rulers and authorities in the heavenly realms.” What does this verse suggest about the heavenly significance of the Church? How might underestimating the Church reveal a limited view of God's eternal purposes? 3.In what ways do you wrestle with consumerism or individualism when it comes to the Church? Reflect on your current engagement—are you primarily receiving or contributing? How does 1 Peter 4:10 challenge your understanding of your role within the Body? 4. Paul describes the Church as both a spiritual family and a functioning body (1 Corinthians 12:12–27). Where do you see yourself in this metaphor? Are you fulfilling your spiritual function or remaining disconnected? What obstacles—emotional, theological, or practical—are preventing full participation? 5. What legacy are you building through your investment in the Church? In light of Matthew 6:20 and Ephesians 3:21, how does your current life rhythm reflect an eternal mindset? How would your calendar, budget, and priorities change if you believed that every act of faithfulness in the Church echoed into eternity?

This sermon, Unshakeable Bonds, will uncover the value of spiritual friendships and the essential role accountability plays in our walk with Christ. You’ll discover how godly relationships protect us from isolation, discourage spiritual apathy, and speak truth into our lives when we need it most. True friends don’t just stand beside us—they challenge us, encourage us, and help us reflect Jesus more clearly. Learn how to cultivate these unshakeable bonds that sharpen your faith and strengthen your heart. #realspringcreekchurch #churchworship #springcreekchurch #friendship #godlyfriendships _____ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Who are the “battle buddies” in your life—those spiritual friends who pray for you, speak truth to you, and walk with you through the fire? How did God bring them into your life? If you don’t have someone like that right now, what’s one step you can take to build that kind of friendship? 2. Daniel 3 shows us that standing in unity gave Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego strength—but Jesus was the one who set them free. How do your spiritual friendships give you courage? And how do they help you stay focused on Jesus, the one who brings freedom? 3. Think about a time when your faith was tested. Did someone walk through that “fire” with you? How did their presence (or absence) shape your experience and your faith? 4. What would it look like to be the kind of friend who helps others reflect Jesus more clearly? How can you show up, speak life, and help sharpen someone else's faith this week? 5. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego didn’t just survive Babylon—they revealed God in Babylon. What kind of shared legacy are you building with the people around you? How can your friendships point others to God?

Step Out of The Boat Dr.Jessica Fernandez March 30, 2025 #Realspringcreekchurch #springcreekchurch #fear #faithoverfear #anxiety #stepouttheboat #realfaith ______ When Jesus called Peter to walk on water, it wasn’t about defying nature—it was about trusting Him fully. Peter stepped out, but fear and doubt made him sink. The other disciples? They stayed in the boat, paralyzed by fear and what-ifs. This message challenges us to stop letting overthinking hold us back. The real miracle isn’t the absence of fear; it’s choosing to trust Jesus despite it. Because in the end, it’s not the boat that keeps you safe—it’s the presence of Jesus. So what’s holding you back? Step out. Fix your focus on Him. DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. Have you ever felt God calling you to take a step of faith that felt risky or uncomfortable? What happened? 2. Can you relate to the idea of “overthinking” getting in the way of obedience? What does that look like in your life? 3. Read Matthew 14:22–33. Why do you think Jesus sent the disciples into the storm on purpose? 4. What does Peter’s experience on the water teach us about faith, focus, and fear? 5. How does Jesus’ response to Peter when he starts sinking reflect His character? 6. What is your “boat”—your comfort zone, fear, or excuse—that’s keeping you from stepping into what God has for you?

RELINQUISH SLAVERY Less $tress | Part 3 Dr. Jessica Fernandez February 16, 2025 Debt is more than just a financial burden - it’ s a form of modern day slavery that can control decisions, emotions, and even our faith. In this sermon, we explore what the Bible says about debt, financial bondage, and true freedom in Christ. Many of us unknowingly live under the weight of financial oppression. How does debt keep us enslaved? How can we break free and step into God’s provision and peace? #God #realspringcreekchurch #financialfreedom #stressfree DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. What does it mean to be enslaved to debt, and how can financial burdens affect your ability to fully trust and serve God? Read Proverbs 22:7 and Matthew 6:24. How do these verses relate to financial bondage and our relationship with God? 2. Jesus said we cannot serve both God and Mammon (Matthew 6:24). How does the spirit of Mammon influence people’s financial decisions, and how can we resist its pull? What are some lies that Mammon tells us about money? How do they compare to God’s promises in Scripture? 3. The Year of Jubilee (Leviticus 25:10) was a time when debts were canceled and slaves were freed. What does this tell us about God’s heart for financial freedom? How does this principle apply to our lives today, and how can we walk in financial freedom as believers? 4. In what ways does debt impact relationships, marriages, and families? Have you ever experienced or seen financial stress create tension in your relationships? How can biblical financial wisdom bring peace and unity? 5. What practical steps can you take today to begin the journey toward financial freedom? Read Philippians 4:19 and Proverbs 4:7. How does trusting in God’s provision and seeking financial wisdom help us break free from financial bondage?

RECONCILERS Dr. Jessica Fernandez January 26, 2025 The world is fractured by conflict, injustice, and division, leaving people longing for peace, healing, and unity. As followers of Christ, we are called to step into this brokenness and become reconcilers, reflecting God’s heart for restoration. In this sermon, we will explore how God reconciled us to Himself through Christ and entrusted us with the ministry of reconciliation. We will unpack the biblical call to bridge divides, heal relationships, and share the message of hope and unity in a divided world. Together, we’ll discover what it means to live as ambassadors of Christ, actively building bridges and restoring what’s broken through His love and power. ______ 1. Are there people in your life that you need to reconcile with? What steps can you take this week to move toward forgiveness and restoration? 2. Where do you see division in your home, family, community, workplace, or church? How can you personally act as a bridge-builder in those spaces? 3. Reconciliation often requires humility, courage, and sacrifice. What might you need to let go of—pride, comfort, or resentment—to pursue reconciliation in your relationships? 4. How does understanding that “there is neither Jew nor Gentile, neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus” (Galatians 3:28) challenge the way you view and treat others? 5. Paul took an active role in mediating between Philemon and Onesimus. Who in your life might need an advocate or someone to stand in the gap for them? How can you reflect Christ in that situation?

CHRIST The Name | Part 2 Dr. Jessica Fernandez December 8, 2024 #god #realspringcreekchurch #christ #thename What’s in a name? In Scripture, names are more than just labels—they reveal identity, purpose, and destiny. The name Christ is no exception. Derived from the Greek Christos, meaning "Anointed One," it is the Greek translation of the Hebrew word Mashiach or "Messiah". This name declares Jesus as the chosen and empowered Savior, Prophet, Priest, and King. In this message, we’ll explore the profound meaning of the name Christ and how it reveals Jesus’ mission and identity. Together, we’ll discover how understanding Him as the Anointed One can transform the way we see Him, love Him, and follow Him. This Christmas season let’s move beyond familiarity and embrace the depth of who Jesus truly is as the Christ—the fulfillment of God’s promises and the hope of the world. __ DISCUSSION QUESTIONS 1. What does the name "Christ" reveal about Jesus' identity and mission? 2. How do titles like Prophet, Priest, and King deepen your understanding of Jesus? 3. What cultural or personal misconceptions about Jesus might you need to address? 4. How can Simeon and Anna’s faithfulness inspire your walk with God today? 5. In what ways does recognizing Jesus as Christ shape your daily life and decisions?