Sermons from the CrossPoint Church of Christ in Grand Prairie, TX.
Ever asked, "Where is the God of justice?" when it seems like those doing wrong are flourishing? This powerful sermon from Malachi 3 dives into these tough questions about faith and God's presence, even when we can't see His work. You'll discover how God's coming is like a refiner's fire, designed not to destroy, but to purify you from blemishes and help you become your best self. Learn how Malachi challenges us to stop "robbing God" by holding back our time, talent, and finances, and instead embrace generous living as an act of trust and genuine faithfulness today.
Explore the profound meaning of faithfulness in a modern, often faithless, world, drawing insights from the ancient wisdom of Malachi. This sermon delves into how your daily choices, especially within marriage and relationships, serve as a powerful mirror of your covenant with God. Discover why God seeks godly offspring and how your commitment to faithfulness impacts not just your family, but also your community and the world around you. Learn practical ways to live a faith-filled life even in ordinary, challenging times, by asking: "What does it look like to be faithful?".
Dive into the final book of the Old Testament prophets to uncover a powerful message for today's faith. This sermon explores how to avoid half-hearted worship and instead offer God your absolute best, not just leftovers. Discover why an ancient book like Malachi has vital lessons on letting your actions match your beliefs and transforming your Christian life.
Feeling overwhelmed by fear? This sermon, finishing our "Rescued from Fear" series, dives into 2 Timothy to show how God calls us to live boldly. Discover how the power of the Spirit equips you with courage, radical love, and essential self-discipline to face life's challenges differently. Learn why fear isn't your default "operating system" and how living by the Spirit enables faithfulness and impact for others.
Feeling overwhelmed by fear and anxiety in life? This sermon explores the powerful story from Mark 4 where Jesus calms a furious storm, challenging his disciples and us today: "Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?" Discover how to find hope and trust in the one who has ultimate power over life's storms and your fears. Learn what it means that faith is not the absence of storms, but trust in the one who calms them.
Feeling fearful or overwhelmed by life's challenges? This sermon dives into Isaiah 41, revealing God's incredible promises to be with you and help you through anything. Discover how you can face difficulty with courage, knowing that God is in control and brings hope even to the driest seasons. Find strength and peace by remembering that you are chosen and never abandoned. Learn what the Bible says about overcoming fear and trusting God's presence in your life.
We all face fear and anxiety about life's uncertainties, from common phobias to deep worries about health or the future. The Bible, however, repeatedly urges us to be strong and courageous, reminding us that fear should not have the last word. Learn from Deuteronomy 31 how to face difficult moments with faith, not fear, by remembering God's faithfulness and trusting that He goes with you and before you. Discover practical ways to combat fear, like praying honestly, remembering God's past help, and limiting negative inputs.
Explore the amazing story of Jesus feeding 5000 people from just five loaves and two fish and learn how God is still working miracles today. Discover how God can take whatever you have to offer, no matter how small it seems, and use it to do immeasurably more than you can imagine. Don't let doubt or comparison stop you; trust God with your gifts and experience His miraculous power at work in your life.
What happens after Easter? If you feel yourself heading back to "normal," this sermon explores the biblical story of two disciples on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24) and how Jesus meets us even when we're heading the "wrong" way. Discover how an encounter with the Resurrection changes everything, opening your eyes to the Gospel story you can't ignore. Find out what this means for your life and why you can't go back to living passively after hearing this powerful hope.
Ever wondered why some people gain massive followings? This Easter Sunday, we explore how Jesus, despite attracting huge crowds and even performing miracles, did things totally differently than today's influencers. Discover why his seemingly counter-intuitive message of self-denial and taking up a cross still matters and how the empty tomb offers a new perspective on life. Tune in for insights on faith, meaning, and what it truly means to follow Jesus.
Hey everyone! Ever wonder how to spot what's real? This week at CrossPoint, we're diving into Jesus' teachings on living a life that truly matters, not just saying the right things. We'll explore how your actions – the "fruit" of your life – reveal your true character and help you discern genuine guidance from the misleading. Plus, with Easter just around the corner, we'll think about building our lives on a foundation that can weather any storm. Tune in to learn practical wisdom from the Sermon on the Mount!
Struggling with judgment? This week at Cross Point, we dive into Jesus' teaching on "Do not judge", found in Matthew 7, and explore how our tendency to criticize others actually reflects back on us. Discover practical steps for self-examination before evaluating others, and learn how the Golden Rule ("Do to others what you would have them do to you") offers a better way to build relationships and live a more fulfilling life. Tune in to understand how to move from judgment to doing good in your everyday interactions.
Struggling with worry and feeling like you're never enough? This message from CrossPoint Church explores Jesus' teaching on anxiety, found in Matthew 6, and offers a different perspective on life. Discover how to find peace by focusing on what truly matters instead of constantly chasing material things or stressing about tomorrow. Learn practical insights on living with contentment and trusting God's provision for your daily needs.
Tired of feeling like something's missing? This message explores how to live a more meaningful life by looking at Jesus' teachings on prayer in the famous Sermon on the Mount. Discover a simple yet powerful way to connect with God that's less about religious jargon and more about an honest conversation and personal growth. Learn how the practice of prayer can actually shape you into the person you were meant to be.
This week's sermon dives into Matthew 6 and Jesus's teachings in the Sermon on the Mount, asking why we do acts of service like giving and fasting. Are you trying to impress others or honor God? Learn how to check your heart and motives , give in secret, and live as a true kingdom person. Discover the reward of seeking God's approval and reordering your desires to prioritize Him.
Are you struggling with resentment or anger toward those who have wronged you? This sermon explores Jesus's challenging teachings in Matthew 5:38-48 about living beyond fairness and loving your enemies. Discover how to break free from retaliation, embrace grace, and strive for the impossible goal of perfection through God's love. Learn how to love those who don't love you, forgive those who hurt you, and dream bigger.Speaker: Javier Leon
Are you tired of people who say one thing and do another? In this sermon, we explore Jesus' teaching on honesty and integrity and how it applies to our daily lives. Learn how to build trust in your relationships by simply saying what you mean and doing what you say, transforming your community into one that is truthful and life-giving. Discover practical steps to living with integrity, ensuring your actions align with your words in every aspect of your life.
Are you struggling with lust, pornography, or other sins? This sermon unpacks Jesus's challenging words on adultery and offers practical steps to find freedom and live a life of love. Learn how to guard your heart, practice confession, and cultivate a daily relationship with God to experience the joy and intimacy He offers. Discover how to break free from the fake versions of life and embrace the real, fulfilling love that Jesus invites you to.
Are you looking for inspiration that includes a message about leaning on faith during doubt and the importance of community support? Today we hear from three church members who share personal stories of how they've experienced God's presence in their lives. Listen as Keisha, Marla, and Richard share moments of difficulty, but reveal how they found God's presence through the ups and downs.
Feeling anxious or hostile? Forgiveness and reconciliation, according to Harvard Medical School, can lower anxiety, depression, and substance abuse while increasing self-esteem. This week's message explores Jesus's teaching on anger, emphasizing that harboring contempt and using dehumanizing language puts you on a destructive path. Reconciliation is key: prioritize making things right with others over your religious practices because unresolved conflict damages relationships and our relationship with God. A truly blessed life means taking responsibility for how you treat others, actively pursuing reconciliation, and offering forgiveness because everyone has sacred worth as they are made in God's image.
Are you feeling lost or like you don't quite fit in? In this sermon, Kale Courtright explains how Jesus calls us to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world, not based on our actions, but on who we are in Him. Drawing on the Sermon on the Mount, he emphasizes how our purpose is to impact others, not just ourselves, by bringing flavor and illumination to the world. This message is for everyone, whether you're a long-time believer or just curious, exploring the themes of identity, purpose, and community and their power to transform the world around us.
This week, we're diving into Jesus's famous Sermon on the Mount, a real game-changer for how we think about life and faith. It's not about following a bunch of rules, but about a totally different way of living – kind of like getting a new keyboard for your life that seems weird at first, but is way better. We'll explore how God blesses our weaknesses, not our strengths, and how we can live from his blessings instead of striving for them. Get ready to see what living The Jesus way really means, and maybe even memorize some of the sermon itself.
Today we explore how to live a life that reflects the teachings of Jesus, encouraging listeners to be "transformed rather than conforming" to the world. Kale Courtright challenges the audience to intentionally pursue spiritual growth by engaging in practices and community that will help them become more like Jesus. Spiritual transformation is not just for personal benefit, but also for the sake of impacting the world. It invites the audience to embrace The Jesus Way of life through discipleship, community, service, and hospitality.
Ever wondered what the point of church is? This week we're diving into CrossPoint Church's core mission: to "make and grow disciples of Christ", or as we might say, to "become an apprentice of Jesus". We're not just about learning; we're about action, becoming like Jesus and living out his teachings every day. So if you're looking for more than just a Sunday service, join us as we explore The Jesus Way and discover how to make disciples and live a life of meaning and purpose.
Today's speaker uses a story about overpacking for a camping trip to illustrate how we accumulate unnecessary possessions, experiences, and emotions in our lives. This message contrasts the "kingdom of earth," characterized by broken peace and misplaced priorities, with the "kingdom of heaven," which is defined by righteousness, peace, and joy through the Holy Spirit. The speaker encourages reflection on what we should keep and what we should discard as we seek a deeper relationship with Jesus, using the analogy of a hiker lightening their pack and the parable of the man who joyfully sold all he had to buy the field where the treasure was hidden.
Today's message reflects on how God's ways often challenge our expectations, and how we tend to value things based on worldly standards. It draws from the story of Micah and the prophecy that a ruler will come from the small town of Bethlehem, connecting it to the birth of Jesus. Kale encourages us to look for God in surprising places, embrace everyday acts of kindness, and understand that God uses ordinary people and small actions to make a big impact. God's plans for our lives might be unexpected, but they are ultimately better than what we can imagine for ourselves.
This week's sermon is all about finding that unshakable joy we all crave, especially during the holidays! Kale dives into how even when things are tough, God is right there with us, cheering us on and protecting us. He reminds us that God's promises are rock solid, giving us hope and making things right again. You'll walk away feeling super encouraged to lean into God, especially when life throws curveballs.
This Advent season, Kale helps us discover a deeper kind of peace as we explore the book of Malachi. What does it mean to be truly ready for the return of Christ? Join us as we examine how God will refine and purify us, bringing a lasting peace that begins in our hearts and transforms our world!
Are you struggling to find hope this Christmas season? Pastor Kale Courtright explores the book of Jeremiah and the meaning of Advent to offer a message of hope in the midst of darkness. Discover how God's promise to bring forth a "righteous branch" from the fallen tree of Judah points us to the coming of Jesus and offers tenacious hope for a brighter future. This message encourages us to become partners with God in creating a more just and righteous world as we await the coming of our King.
Are you on the treadmill of more and more, always seeking the next thing but never finding true fulfillment? This sermon explores the insidious nature of money and how it can disconnect us from genuine contentment and reliance on one another. Discover the biblical principles of stewardship and generosity and learn how to break free from the trap of materialism to experience the abundant life that can only be found in Jesus Christ. Join us as we examine 1 Timothy 6 and uncover the path to true riches.Speaker: Kale CourtrightSeries: Generosity
Have you ever wondered what it really means to give from the heart? This inspiring message explores the different ways we can weave threads of love into the fabric of God's kingdom. Join us as we learn from biblical examples like the Good Samaritan, Mary's act of gratitude, and the boy who shared his lunch. Discover how your generosity, no matter how big or small, can make a powerful impact on the world around you.
Are you struggling with greed and contentment in a world obsessed with wealth and possessions? This sermon, based on the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12, offers a powerful message about biblical stewardship and the true meaning of generosity. Discover how to break free from the constant desire for more and find lasting fulfillment in simplicity and gratitude. Learn practical tips for managing your finances and using your resources to honor God and make a difference in the lives of others.
Do you have a scarcity or abundance mentality? This weekend's sermon examines how our relationship with money impacts our relationship with God and calls on us to examine how we can live generously as an act of worship. Learn how to rob money of its power and find true joy in giving!
Today, Kale Courtright dives into the heart of Christian mission, revealing that it's not just about ‘going'—it's about making disciples in every part of our lives. Drawing from Matthew 28, Kale challenges us to live a life of worship through everyday actions, showing Christ's love at work, at home, and beyond. Embrace your role in sharing Jesus boldly and making a difference, right where you are.
Today's message takes us deeper into our Month of Missions with an inspiring look at Luke chapter 10. As we explore this passage together, Kale will challenge us to think about what it truly means to be “sent” by God. Whether you've been part of our missions focus from the start or this is your first time with us, you're invited to discover how God calls all of us—through our prayers, giving, and going—to join Him in His work.
Series: Month of MissionsSpeaker: Kale CourtrightTestimony: Steven and Shannon Beall
Part 1 of our series, Bridge Builders.Speaker: Kale Courtright
Two of our teens present a message for our Back To School Blessing service.Speakers: Luke Mendez and Moe Diop
Part of our 2024 Summer Sermon SeriesSpeaker: Kale Courtright
Part of our 2024 Summer Sermon seriesSpeakers: Cade Williams and David Williams
Part of our 2024 Summer Sermon Series.Guest Speaker: Trey Talley
Part of our 2024 summer sermon series. Celebrate Recovery Sunday.Guest Speaker: Dr. Perry Crenshaw
Part of our 2024 Summer Sermon SeriesSpeaker: Javier Leon
Part of our Summer 2024 sermon series.Speaker: Kale Courtright
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