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Roots and Chaos

Things in this world do not last. There is a natural force at work, that has been ticking like a clock since God spoke “Let there be light” and there was. It is a force called entropy. This force is a scientific one that specifically determines how quickly any given system will descend into chaos. Into disorder.

For example, historically, there is a cycle of generational change. It starts like this:


1st Generation - Pioneers work hard to create new ways to do something. It breaks the boundaries of old systems and finds a new way to economically and efficiently do something.
2nd Generation- Expands on the new thing. With close tutelage from the first generation, they expand the boundaries of the new thing and reap the rewards of the first generation's hard work. They take the new vision even further.
3rd Generation- Grows up with all the benefits the first generation and second generation fought for. Having everything they need, they often make poor decisions and lose everything.

When people shift too far from their roots they might find themselves over the edge with nothing left to stand on. The Book of James is an apostolic pull back to the roots. To not forget who we are. To remember that no matter how wonderful or how horrible things are, Jesus is coming back. This world is fleeting.



“You do not know what your life will be like tomorrow. You are a vapor that appears for a little while then vanishes away.” - James 4:14 NASB


“Your gold and your silver have rusted; and their rust will be a witness against you and will consume your flesh like fire. It is in the last days that you have stored up your treasure!” - James 5:3


Now that’s some harsh language. But James is begging and pleading. He is talking to a group of Christians that have spread all over the known world. They aren’t in close communication anymore. And he is asking them to remember the lessons they have been taught. To remember the poor. To remember the widow and the orphan.


When I read the book of James I cannot help but ask the question: “Have we strayed from the roots?” I’m not talking about theology, or a specific system of prayer or belief. I’m simply asking, how do we help the poor? The orphan? At Granite Creek, I am reminded daily of how much we help people.

But that doesn’t mean that I can get complacent. That I can give up. This world is slowly descending into chaos. The Church at Large is fighting an uphill battle. So I am gonna remember what I was taught. I’m not gonna forget the poor and disenfranchised. I am gonna get back to my roots the same way James is asking the church to.


And I’m asking you:

  • To pray

To spend time with the Lord. If you haven’t in a while, take some time

Get back to your roots with him

Play the old hymns

Have some fun

Remember all that God has brought you through. Good and Bad.


That will be our source of strength. To know Him. And to know He loves us.


Pastor Landon Spradlin


Landon Spradlin,

Pastor Landon Spradlin
Worship Pastor
Krystal Kuchenmeister
Audio Video Team

Pastor Landon Spradlin

Worship Pastor

Born in Virginia, and raised all over the south, Landon is a graduate of Blue Ridge Bible College in Rocky Mount, VA. He also attended and graduated from Global Awakening School of Supernatural in Mechanicsburg, PA.

Landon plays guitar, bass guitar and drums as well as sings and writes music. He loves Jesus, and loves helping people to discover their gifts.

Krystal Kuchenmeister

Audio Video Team

Granite Creek Community Church | 1580 N Claremont Blvd Claremont, CA 91711 | (909) 625-4455

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Welcome Children Youth College Family / Adult

Granite Creek Community Church (GCCC) is a Spirit-filled church in the college town of Claremont, CA where it's all about relationship, not religion. Come celebrate with us Sunday mornings at 9:00 am & 11:00 am and at Sunday Night 6:30 - 7:30 pm.

In addition to three Sunday Services, we offer classes, small groups, training, youth opportunities, college groups, and various seasonal events throughout the year.

Get to Know Us

At Granite Creek, kids are a priority. One of our values is to see kids grow up to become everything God created them to be as they develop a personal faith and relationship with Christ in a safe and loving environment. We partner with parents to provide experiences that will meet their child's mental, emotional and spiritual needs, so that their children will become fully devoted followers of Christ.

More About Children's Programs

GCY is a ministry designed for 7th through 12th graders, to help students engage in a dynamic relationship with Jesus Christ, to experience God in a true and relevant way, while in a relational, safe, and relaxed environment. To show every student that God loves them and has an amazing plan for their lives. We know youth have real struggles, and it is our desire that each student know our team is genuinely there to listen, pray and care for them.

Granite Creek Youth

FIDELIS is the college and young adult group at Granite Creek Community Church! We're excited to encourage leadership for the next generation! Statistics show that we are losing a generation in the church (18-30 year olds) and at FIDELIS we aim to strengthen and support this generation as they define their faith walk and work through issues unique to them.

We are people-driven church, not program driven. Ministries exist to meet the spiritual, emotional, physical, and psychological needs of people. But, they also provide opportunities for members to grow in maturity in Christ through giving to others. GCCC ministries provide opportunities for you to serve others and actively pursue fulfilling God's purposes for your life.

Thank you for joining us in what God is doing at Granite Creek Community Church!

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