God Has Seen Your Struggle | GPS Part 4

Join us as Creek Worship leads "'Tis So Sweet / Trust In God” followed by Part 4 of our sermon series, “GPS: God's Powerful Story!” Watch past sermons here: https://ccfam.ly/messages What if the bitter season you're walking through right now isn't the end of your story—but simply a stop along the way to your oasis? Pastor John Mark draws from Exodus 15 to reveal the moment Israel, fresh off the miracle of the Red Sea, arrived at Marah's undrinkable, bitter waters—and grumbled instead of prayed. His powerful insight cuts to the heart: bitter circumstances don't create bitterness, they simply reveal what's already stored inside us. Like squeezing a grape, what comes out was always there. Pastor John Mark's unique challenge to men on this Father's Day is to be genuinely good men—not just nice guys—who say yes where God's Word says yes, even when the water tastes bitter. Bitterness, he warns, becomes a poison, a prison, and a prism that distorts everything you see. But the story doesn't end at Marah. Just beyond the bitter waters, Elim waited—twelve springs, seventy palm trees, rest and abundance. If you've been camped out in bitterness, God is calling you to pack your bags and keep moving forward, because the same God who led you to Marah is already leading you to Elim. Check out this page for sermon times and information on how you can join us in-person next time: https://ccfam.ly/serviceinfo Connect with Cottonwood Creek Church on social media: Instagram:   / cottonwoodfamily   Facebook:   / cottonwoodfamily   Twitter:   / cottonwoodfamily   Cottonwood Creek Church is led by Senior Pastor John Mark Caton, who is also an accomplished speaker and writer. We boast well-developed programs for children, students, young adults, adults and seniors. Whether online or in-person, there is an opportunity to get involved and connected at Cottonwood Creek. To learn more about Pastor John Mark, click here https://cottonwoodcreek.org/about/sen.... Over the past 20+ John Mark Caton has led the Cottonwood Creek family to serve God, prioritize the community and grow together. He resides in McKinney, TX with his wife, Jeana and has four children: Jace, Jordan, Jensyn & Jarrett. Some of his book topics include marriage, suicide prevention and creating the life you want. When you give your tithes and offerings to the work here at Cottonwood Creek Church, you are enabling our ministries to continue and to grow. One very convenient way that you can ensure that your gift to the Lord's work is given quickly and consistently is through Online Giving. By filling out a simple web form, you enable the church to receive your tithes and offerings electronically from your bank account. Give online here https://cottonwood.tpsdb.com/Give/main The Children's Ministry at Cottonwood Creek, Creek Kids, is pastored by Dave Marsh. Creek Kids is all about fun, and they hold many events throughout the year for kids ages nursery - 5th grade. Additionally, this ministry offers midweek activities, Saturday and Sunday services and more. Learn more about this ministry here https://cottonwoodcreek.org/ministrie... Creek Student Ministry is an ever-growing Cottonwood Creek Ministry that provides an excellent opportunity for youth in the area to meet friends, attend fun events and most importantly, grow with the Lord. Learn more about this ministry here https://cottonwoodcreek.org/ministrie...