GOD (also known as)
January 8 – present

God, The Father, is called many things in the Bible. These names have meanings: Provider, Companion, My Shepherd – just to name a few. The promises that are held within these names are a key to relying on God in all situations of life. Beginning January 8, Pastor Mark Hartman will bring to life God’s Old Testament names in a series entitled, “GOD (also known as)” and share the hope that comes from knowing and calling out to Him in all of life’s situations.

Special Sundays when Pastor Hartman offers special messages or guest speakers visit and have an opportunity to share a Godly message with Sugar Creek.

Building a Biblical Worldview
September 18 – November 6, 2011

How did a country with so many Christians and such a deep Christian heritage get so far off track morally? How did we get into a situation in which Christianity is so under attack in America, of all places? How do we insulate our children from a messed up culture? How do we defend our faith?

The answers to these questions relates to Worldview.

This new series will introduce you to the principles of Building a Biblical Worldview that will allow you to take a new look at what you believe and value and how that plays out in the decisions that mark your life.

World Changers: A Study in Acts

Part 1 – The Unstoppable Church
May 1 – August 28, 2011

World Changers, a series through the Book of Acts, will cover the first 7 chapters of Acts. This first of a three part series is sub-titled, “The Unstoppable Church”. We have looked at the life and miracles of Jesus Christ. So, now what happens? After Christ rose from the grave, what happened next? That is where the Book of Acts comes in and where we begin with World Changers.

This first section in the book of Acts, Jesus gives us great promises. Enjoy the first message of this series that will cover Acts in three parts.

JESUS – amazing stories, shocking claims and eyewitness accounts
January 9 – April 17, 2011

There was no Internet. No news cameras. No mass communication. And yet the things that one man said and did spread throughout the world and is as relevant today as it was two thousand years ago. Maybe you’ve heard the the shocking claims and eyewitnesses accounts from those who walked with Jesus. If you have, isn’t it time you heard it again? If you have never heard the amazing stories from those who walked with Jesus, maybe it’s time you heard it for yourself. Come walk with us in the steps of Jesus to learn how one man became the greatest person to ever live.

Special Sundays when Pastor Hartman offers special messages or guest speakers visit and have an opportunity to share a Godly message with Sugar Creek.

September 12 – November 14, 2010

God is calling everyone of us to be the kind of person who makes a difference. The book of Nehemiah will teach us how to improve our skills in making an impact – in being leaders in this church and out in the community. It will show us how to dream a dream – how to have a vision and see it become a reality. This is the greatest book on leadership in the Bible. Join Pastor Mark as he begins this new series – “You Can Make a Difference”.

The Power of C-H-A-N-G-E

August 1 – September 5, 2010

People want to make themselves better and most work toward that goal. You may have started the journey and gotten sidetracked. You might have become stuck. The goal is still in your heart, but you aren’t sure how to get back on the road. God wants to change us from the inside out to become the image of His Son, Jesus.
We can all change and get back on the path. You don’t have to lie in misery. You don’t have to fret over the mistakes you’ve made. God never intended anyone to live a life of hopelessness and despair. You CAN change.
You don’t have to stay the same as you are today.  It was never God’s intention for you.  You don’t have to live the rest of your life ignorant of the Bible.  You don’t have to live the rest of your life chained to bad habits or feeling defeated.  It was never God’s intention.  You aren’t locked in.  YOU CAN CHANGE!   If you need help standing again … If you want to grow deeper and go to the next level in your relationship with Christ … If you are on your way and just need affirmation, then you need “The Power of Change”.

Joseph – Finding Purpose in My Pain

June 6 – 27, 2010

Is there any purpose in my pain? If there is, how can I find it? In these four messages, Pastor Mark leads us as we explore the life of one of the greatest characters in the Bible – a man named Joseph. He understood the pain life can bring. He felt the hopelessness that circumstances can create. But, Joseph discovered how to find purpose in his pain and it brought him perspective, peace and ultimately success. Through his life we can learn about purpose and pain and how God can bring those two together. It is time to work through our pain from God’s perspective and Joseph is going to help us.

What Happens When We Die

April 11 – May 9, 2010

Emily Dickinson wrote “Because I could not stop for death, he kindly stopped for me.” If you think about it, death is the one thing we will all share. What happens when we die? Can we really know that? The answer is yes. Beginning April 11, Pastor Mark Hartman will begin a four-part series exploring this subject. The first message is entitled “The Evidence for Life After Death.”Would you join us as we examine the scientific and Biblical truth of life after death? You can’t afford to miss these intriguing messages.

Principles of Prayer That Work

March 21 and 27, 2010

Learning how to pray in harmony with God begins by understanding what He has taught us about prayer. The Bible tells us that there is a certain way to pray. Pastor Mark Hartman discusses these topics in his first message in the two part Praying For Results series.

The Love Challenge

January 10 – March 14, 2010

You’ve heard all the songs about love, but what is love really?  How do you know it when you see it?  The Bible has a lot to say about love, but one chapter really defines what love is and isn’t.

Sugar Creek Baptist Church invites you to take The Love Challenge; a ten-week interactive message series led by Pastor Mark Hartman through the love chapter: 1 Corinthians 13.  If you are looking to build more loving relationships with your family and friends and grow closer to God in the process, we dare you to take The Love Challenge.  Your life will never be the same.

Answering Tough Questions from 1 Peter

November 8 – December 6, 2009

As Christians, we know that the Bible holds the key to any question we might have. Big or small, the answer is provided for us within the scripture. However, that doesn’t mean that the solutions jump off of the page or that we don’t get bogged down in trying to get to the root of what God is telling us.

The series “Answering Tough Questions from 1 Peter” will tackle issues that come to light in this book of the Bible – issues that are still causing us to scratch our heads today. You won’t want to miss a single Sunday as Pastor Mark Hartman guides us to the answers on subject we’ve often pondered. .

Great Marriages Don’t Just Happen

October 18 – November 1, 2009

Great marriages don’t just happen. One look at today’s divorce statistics shows a grim picture of what our society is facing. However, there are things that are proven facts, such as “men and women receive love and give love differently”. Recognizing these contrasts and learning how to approach partners from a Biblical standpoint will make these Godly relationship flourish like never before.

What to Do When You’re Under Attack

September 13 – October 11, 2009

Whether you are under attack by another person, organization, or just life itself, all of us face attacks from time to time. The world that surrounds us is not for the faint of heart. Trials, struggles and hardships come to everyone without discrimination. We have a choice in how we respond. The Bible is clear in how we should address our attacker. Learn, in this series, how to keep yourself strong in the face of adversity.

The Bible

August 30 and September 6, 2009

The Bible is the word of God and we are told throughout our lives to follow it as the guide to living our life. But, it was written thousands of years ago. And when you do pick up the Bible do you even know where to start? Is the thought of it overwhelming to you? Pastor Mark Hartman speaks on the authenticity of the Bible and how to use this incredible resource to your advantage!

Daniel – Back to the Future

March 29 – July, 2009

This fourteen week series, entitled “Daniel: Back to the Future” will follow Daniel through some very exciting experiences, as well as the amazing prophecies the Lord gave to him of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ. This book is one of the most powerful in the Bible.

Your Adversary – The Devil

(Book of Ephesians – Series 7)

February 1 – March 15, 2009
Satan. What do we really know about him? If we could recognize his presence in our midst, spiritual warfare could be handed a firm strike, and a swift defeat. Join us as we expose the Devil for who he is. Discover what his goals are, how to maintain our strength in a raging spiritual battle, and how to slip from the clutches of Satan.

Sunday at Sugar Creek 2009

Special Sundays when Pastor Hartman offers special messages or guest speakers visit and have an opportunity to share a Godly message with Sugar Creek.

Growing Deeper with Your Friendslist

January 11 – 25, 2009

“Growing Deeper With Your Friend List” captures the basics from the Bible that will help you enhance the most meaningful relationships of your life. It will help you focus and strengthen the friendships that matter the most to you.

Sunday at Sugar Creek 2008

Special Sundays when Pastor Hartman offers special messages or guest speakers visit and have an opportunity to share a Godly message with Sugar Creek.

Getting the Most From Your Career

(Book of Ephesians – Series 6)

November 2- 23, 2008
Do you hate the daily grind of your job or do you greet each morning as a new and exciting opportunity? Do you do what you have to in order to get by or are you setting new standards in productivity? We all suffer with negativity in the workplace and we all go through times where we are unsatisfied with ourselves and with our career choice. There’s no timesheet or evaluation at the end, just good Biblical advice for making the most of your job.

Family Survival Guide

(Book of Ephesians – Series 5)

September 7 – October 27  2008
Do you ever feel like no matter how full your backpack is, you never have all the survival tools that you need to keep your family in one piece? Join us as Pastor Mark Hartman shares his new message series to help you equip your family to survive the wilderness that engulfs today’s moms, dads, and kids.

Life Changing Worship

(Book of Ephesians – Series 4)

August 3 – 31, 2008
Who is in control of your life? That is a question that, in our culture today, is increasingly hard to answer. With things and people pulling us every imaginable direction, it’s hard to not only let God take control, but know HOW to let him take control. Pastor Mark Hartman begins a three-part series intitled “LIfe Changing Worship”. Please join us as he speaks on how to know who is fueling your life.

The Laws of Attraction: Forming Healthy Relationships

(Book of Ephesians – Series 3)

June 1 – July 27  2008
How To Get More Done In Less Time

The Basics That Bring Us Together

(Book of Ephesians – Series 2)

March 30 – May 18, 2008
We are all great builders of walls and barriers. Our mortar of words and actions can seal years of hurt, anger, and feelings that can stunt our spiritual growth. However, God has given us the keys to great relations with others, and they are found in the basics-the foundation that is common to us all. You won’t want to miss any of Pastor Mark Hartman’s messages. You will hear and learn about all that Ephesians has to share about this great topic.

Seeing God Through New Eyes

(Book of Ephesians – Series 1)

February 3 – March 16, 2008
God said, “I want you to see yourselves the way I see you … If you could see yourself from my point of view, you’d think differently about how you see yourself and you would live differently than you are living right now.” Are you living from your own perspective of yourself, or from God’s prospective of you? This study of the book of Ephesians will provide some great insight in how to begin looking at yourself through God’s eyes.

Taming the Money Monster

January 13 – 27, 2008

Join us for this exciting and informative look at the topic of debt and money management from a biblical perspective. Pastor Mark Hartman will share three insightful messages that will help you start the new year off on a more stress-free note! In addition to the sermon series message each week, special financial seminars featuring top advisors will be held on Sunday mornings at 11:00 AM beginning on January 20. Sugar Creek will also be offering Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University on our campus beginning in February. Don’t let debt, rising credit card bills, and the stress that they bring ruin your 2008.

Home Builders: Foundations for a Strong Family

(The Ten Commandments – Exodus 20)

September 9 – November 11, 2007
Is your family built on a solid foundation? Are you wired to function normally? Or is your home in need of repair? Come any way you are and enter the construction zone at Sugar Creek! Here at our church, we believe that families are important—and we want to encourage yours to be as healthy as possible! Join us for a unique, all-church experience as Dr. Mark Hartman begins this new series and teaches your family how to get back to the basics as he puts a fresh, new twist on several classic, timeless truths taken from the Ten Commandments found in the Bible.

What Would Jesus Say?

(The Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5-7; Series 4)

June 17 – July 29, 2007
A recent poll showed that more than 60 percent of adults in America agreed there is no such thing as absolute truth. And more than 50 percent of Christians think that truth is only relative. What do you believe? Do you believe only in what you’ve been taught in school? Or maybe what you’ve seen on television your entire life? In this series, Pastor Mark Hartman will venture through the last part of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount to teach you exactly how Jesus would address these issues and more.

The Journey Within

A Study of Matthew, Chapter 5 – The Sermon on the Mount

Some people find happiness in money, intelligence, beauty or material items while others look for it in religion, philosophy, mysticism and elsewhere. But believe it or not – lasting happiness doesn’t come from any of these things. These are just temporary fixes that quickly send you spiraling back to where you came from. This series covers principles in Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount that will lead you on an incredible journey toward finding happiness that lasts.

The Journey Together

Removing Relationship Roadblocks

January 14 – February 11, 2007
Jesus spent a good amount of time teaching about relationships between people.  He urged us to be mature in our relationships and cultivate healthy interactions.  This is a direct witness of God’s love  operating in us and it directly affects blessings we receive from our Father in Heaven. This 4 part series takes you on a journey through the latter parts of Matthew Chapter 5, on the subject of relationship roadblocks.

Trusting God for the Impossible

August 06 – September 10, 2006

The power of expectation and living by faith is strong. We are urged to conduct our lives by believing God, in every area. Doing this produces a sense of well-being and peace that we all want. What is faith? How can we find it? The answers to these questions and more, are in this 6 part seres.

Connecting with God

Most people believe in prayer and pray on a daily basis, but most don’t know how to truly connect with God.

In this series, Pastor Mark shows what works in prayer, what doesn’t work and how to get in touch with God one-on-one. By following His instructions found in Matthew 6, learn how your can relate to God intimately, receive the gifts that He offers, and respond to Him when He speaks.