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CPXL Season 2 • Episode 3: The Abrahamic Covenant — God's Promise, God's People, God's Plan | Genesis 12, 15, 17After the scattering at Babel, God begins something new through one man and one family. In this episode of CPXL, we explore the Abrahamic Covenant—God's foundational promise that sets the trajectory for the entire biblical story.Walking through Genesis 12, 15, and 17, we see that God's covenant is entirely His initiative—grounded in faith, not performance. From Abram's call to trust without seeing the full picture, to God alone cutting the covenant, this conversation reveals God's heart to restore, bless, and redeem the nations.The episode also points forward to Jesus, the promised descendant through whom the blessing to all nations is fulfilled—showing how faith, not lineage, defines God's people.In This Episode:God's call to Abram and the meaning of covenantWhy faith is central to God's promisesHow the covenant expands in Genesis 15 and 17How Abraham's story points forward to JesusWhat it means to live as people of the covenant todayKey Scriptures:Genesis 12:1–3Genesis 15Genesis 17Galatians 3Romans 4As Genesis narrows from nations to one family, we're invited to see ourselves within God's unfolding covenant story—and to consider where He may be calling us to trust Him without seeing the full picture.About CPXLCPXL exists to equip and encourage Everyday Missionaries to Love God, Grow Up, Serve All, and Live Sent.

Genesis 10:1–11:26 | Nations, Babel, and God's DirectionIn this episode of CPXL, Andy Addis and Eric Franklin are joined by Ryan Booth for the first three-pastor conversation of Season 2 as they walk through Genesis 10–11—the account of Noah's sons, the spread of nations, and the Tower of Babel.Genesis 10 shows how humanity repopulates the earth after the flood, forming diverse nations and families. Genesis 11 reveals how pride and misplaced unity fracture that diversity at Babel. Together, these chapters remind us that while humanity multiplies, moves, and sometimes rebels, God remains sovereignly at work—directing history toward His redemptive purposes.The conversation explores why the “Table of Nations” matters, what Babel teaches us about pride and unity, and how God's scattering is not only judgment, but also loving direction. The episode closes by pointing forward to the genealogy of Shem and the emergence of Abram—evidence that God's plan continues even through a fractured world.In This Episode:Why Genesis 10 matters more than we thinkUnity, diversity, and God's design for the nationsThe heart issue behind the Tower of BabelHow God redirects humanity without abandoning His promiseThe hopeful line leading toward AbramKey Scriptures:Genesis 10:1–32Genesis 11:1–26Genesis 1:28Deuteronomy 32:8Acts 17:26–27Hebrews 11:8–12As Genesis shifts from nations to one family, we're invited to see how God works through history—and through ours.CPXL exists to equip and encourage Everyday Missionaries to Love God, Grow Up, Serve All, and Live Sent.Follow along on the Reading Plan with us: crosspointchurch.com/readingplanAbout CrossPoint ChurchCrossPoint is one church in many places, striving to reach the state of Kansas by catalyzing God's people to be Everyday Missionaries. By God's grace, we are pursuing a vision to multiply into 20 locations by 2031—awakening the next 1% of our communities with the true hope and freedom found in Christ.Find a CrossPoint location near you at crosspointchurch.com/locations#CPXL #CrossPointChurch #BibleStudy #Genesis #ChristianPodcast #EverydayMissionaries

CPXL | Season 2, Episode 1The Generations of Adam | Genesis 5:1–6:8CPXL is your midweek companion to the weekend message from CrossPoint—designed to extend the conversation deeper into life and faith.In this episode, Pastors Andy Addis and Eric Franklin dive into Genesis 5:1–6:8, exploring the genealogy of Adam, the sobering weight of sin, and the surprising thread of grace that runs through even the darkest chapters of Scripture. As the repeated phrase “and he died” echoes through the text, we're reminded of the cost of the fall—yet also pointed to hope, as God preserves a line of promise.Together, we discuss what it means to bear the image of God, how sin impacts humanity, what it looks like to truly walk with God like Enoch, and where grace appears in the midst of judgment through Noah.Key themes include:The image of God and human valueThe consequence of sin and mortalityWalking faithfully with GodGod's grief over sin—and His enduring graceWhether you're reading along with us or joining for the conversation, this episode invites you to reflect on where you see the weight of sin today—and where God is still preserving hope.CPXL exists to equip and encourage Everyday Missionaries to Love God, Grow Up, Serve All, and Live Sent.

CPXL | Season 2, Episode 1The Generations of Adam | Genesis 5:1–6:8CPXL is your midweek companion to the weekend message from CrossPoint—designed to extend the conversation deeper into life and faith.In this episode, Pastors Andy Addis and Eric Franklin dive into Genesis 5:1–6:8, exploring the genealogy of Adam, the sobering weight of sin, and the surprising thread of grace that runs through even the darkest chapters of Scripture. As the repeated phrase “and he died” echoes through the text, we're reminded of the cost of the fall—yet also pointed to hope, as God preserves a line of promise.Together, we discuss what it means to bear the image of God, how sin impacts humanity, what it looks like to truly walk with God like Enoch, and where grace appears in the midst of judgment through Noah.Key themes include:The image of God and human valueThe consequence of sin and mortalityWalking faithfully with GodGod's grief over sin—and His enduring graceWhether you're reading along with us or joining for the conversation, this episode invites you to reflect on where you see the weight of sin today—and where God is still preserving hope.CPXL exists to equip and encourage Everyday Missionaries to Love God, Grow Up, Serve All, and Live Sent.

We often hear the church referred to as the bride of Christ. And in this episode of CPXL, Pastor Andy walks through Revelation Chapter 19, the marriage supper of the lamb. Looking at practical ways we can apply these teachings to our relationship with Christ today. 

We often hear the church referred to as the bride of Christ. And in this episode of CPXL, Pastor Andy walks through Revelation Chapter 19, the marriage supper of the lamb. Looking at practical ways we can apply these teachings to our relationship with Christ today. 

It is by grace that you have been saved. Not by works, so that no one may boast. In this episode of CPXL, we walk through how our view of God's judgement and saving grace changes as we age. From “fire insurance”, to am I good enough?, to wanting to be in relationship with Him, as we mature, so does our view on judgement. 

It is by grace that you have been saved. Not by works, so that no one may boast. In this episode of CPXL, we walk through how our view of God's judgement and saving grace changes as we age. From “fire insurance”, to am I good enough?, to wanting to be in relationship with Him, as we mature, so does our view on judgement. 

Everyone struggles with God's judgement at some level. Sometimes there is a fear that it will  fall upon them. Other times, it is because we don't see how judgement can fit in with a loving God. In this episode of CPXL, Pastor Andy talks about God's judgment and how in the end, his judgement is ultimately a good thing. 

Everyone struggles with God's judgement at some level. Sometimes there is a fear that it will  fall upon them. Other times, it is because we don't see how judgement can fit in with a loving God. In this episode of CPXL, Pastor Andy talks about God's judgment and how in the end, his judgement is ultimately a good thing. 

If Jesus wrote a letter to the American Church today, what would He say? In this episode of CPXL, Pastors Andy and Eric talk about what it really looks like to live for Christ. Not playing the game of going to church, but living a life that is changed by the Gospel.

If Jesus wrote a letter to the American Church today, what would He say? In this episode of CPXL, Pastors Andy and Eric talk about what it really looks like to live for Christ. Not playing the game of going to church, but living a life that is changed by the Gospel.

In the book of Revelation, John describes a moment when Jesus appeared to him in a vision. Jesus is still revealing himself to people today, but oftentimes it looks different. In this episode of CPXL, Pastor Andy talks about how we see Jesus today, in our worship services, in scripture, in prayer, and in our testimonies.  

In the book of Revelation, John describes a moment when Jesus appeared to him in a vision. Jesus is still revealing himself to people today, but oftentimes it looks different. In this episode of CPXL, Pastor Andy talks about how we see Jesus today, in our worship services, in scripture, in prayer, and in our testimonies.  

Contending for the faith is done in word and deed. We must speak up and take steps to support the Gospel even when it isn't popular. In this episode of CPXL, we discuss two major themes in the book of Jude: Protecting against false teachers in the church and a call to persevere. 

Contending for the faith is done in word and deed. We must speak up and take steps to support the Gospel even when it isn't popular. In this episode of CPXL, we discuss two major themes in the book of Jude: Protecting against false teachers in the church and a call to persevere. 

When we forget where we were and who God has made us to be, we lose our ability to be thankful. In this episode of CPXL, Pastors Andy and Eric talk about how to correct spiritual nearsideness and how to remember all that God has done for you. 

When we forget where we were and who God has made us to be, we lose our ability to be thankful. In this episode of CPXL, Pastors Andy and Eric talk about how to correct spiritual nearsideness and how to remember all that God has done for you. 

As the body of believers who make up the Church, proclaiming the Good News isn't about having an audience, but in the conduct of how we live and act in society. If we were no longer in our communities, would they miss us? If not, are we really living in a way that proclaims the Gospel to them? In this episode of CPXL, we look at how the church can reclaim what it truly means to proclaim the Gospel. Not just as individuals, but as the unified Body of Christ.2 Peter 1:9-10But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.

As the body of believers who make up the Church, proclaiming the Good News isn't about having an audience, but in the conduct of how we live and act in society. If we were no longer in our communities, would they miss us? If not, are we really living in a way that proclaims the Gospel to them? In this episode of CPXL, we look at how the church can reclaim what it truly means to proclaim the Gospel. Not just as individuals, but as the unified Body of Christ.2 Peter 1:9-10But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light. 10 Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.

Faith versus religion. Are these two ideas truly opposites or are they best served together? In this episode of CPXL, Pastors Andy and Eric compare and contrast religion and faith, talk about when each is at its best, and when each can be a stumbling block.

Faith versus religion. Are these two ideas truly opposites or are they best served together? In this episode of CPXL, Pastors Andy and Eric compare and contrast religion and faith, talk about when each is at its best, and when each can be a stumbling block.

The Hall of Faith in Hebrews chapter 11 should inspire you in your faith walk. This isn't a list of people for you to compare yourself to or put on a pedestal, because there are no great people in the Bible, only a great God. Let God do a work in you and let's see what God does with the outcome of your faithfulness. 

The Hall of Faith in Hebrews chapter 11 should inspire you in your faith walk. This isn't a list of people for you to compare yourself to or put on a pedestal, because there are no great people in the Bible, only a great God. Let God do a work in you and let's see what God does with the outcome of your faithfulness. 

“Grace means you're free to be honest. God won't reject you, He has already redeemed you.” - Tim Keller In this episode of CPXL Pastors Eric and Andy discuss what it means that Jesus is our great high priest. But the conversation ends with a charge to look honestly at where you're at, where Jesus is at, and to take one step in that direction.

“Grace means you're free to be honest. God won't reject you, He has already redeemed you.” - Tim Keller In this episode of CPXL Pastors Eric and Andy discuss what it means that Jesus is our great high priest. But the conversation ends with a charge to look honestly at where you're at, where Jesus is at, and to take one step in that direction.

As Christians, we are never more like Jesus than when we forgive with the same grace that He forgave us. In this episode of CPXL we see a story of Sanctification. As Philemon must wrestle with Paul's letter to accept Onesimus not as a slave, but a brother in Christ. Forsaking his rights as a citizen and accepting the call to give grace in the Kingdom of God.

As Christians, we are never more like Jesus than when we forgive with the same grace that He forgave us. In this episode of CPXL we see a story of Sanctification. As Philemon must wrestle with Paul's letter to accept Onesimus not as a slave, but a brother in Christ. Forsaking his rights as a citizen and accepting the call to give grace in the Kingdom of God.

“You teach what you know, but you reproduce what you are.” Howard HendricksIn this episode, Pastor Eric and Andy look at the pour, the fill, and the overflow of discipleship. Every disciple needs someone pouring into them, so that they can be filled up, and then overflow into others.

“You teach what you know, but you reproduce what you are.” Howard HendricksIn this episode, Pastor Eric and Andy look at the pour, the fill, and the overflow of discipleship. Every disciple needs someone pouring into them, so that they can be filled up, and then overflow into others.

Boomers, Gen X, Millennials… as a culture we love to separate ourselves by generations. While there is a time and place for children to be with children and adults to be with adults, everybody misses out if there is never a time for everyone to come together. In this episode of CPXL the conversation centers around intergenerational ministry, the value it brings to everyone involved, and how you can start moving towards being more intergenerational today.

Boomers, Gen X, Millennials… as a culture we love to separate ourselves by generations. While there is a time and place for children to be with children and adults to be with adults, everybody misses out if there is never a time for everyone to come together. In this episode of CPXL the conversation centers around intergenerational ministry, the value it brings to everyone involved, and how you can start moving towards being more intergenerational today.

Most often, when people hear “calling” they think of vocational calling, God calling someone to become a pastor or a missionary. However, if you broaden your view of what biblical calling is, you will see that God has called everybody to salvation, sanctification, and service. In this episode Pastors Andy and Eric look at different callings we all have and what next steps you can take today towards what God is calling you to.“God does not call the qualified, He qualifies the called.” - Oswald Chambers

Most often, when people hear “calling” they think of vocational calling, God calling someone to become a pastor or a missionary. However, if you broaden your view of what biblical calling is, you will see that God has called everybody to salvation, sanctification, and service. In this episode Pastors Andy and Eric look at different callings we all have and what next steps you can take today towards what God is calling you to.“God does not call the qualified, He qualifies the called.” - Oswald Chambers

Eschatology is the study of the end times. Even though it can sound scary, at its core, eschatology is about the hope, justice, and faithfulness of God. This episode of CPXL unpacks some of the main views on the end times and gives you talking points so you can have conversations about the end times with people who are searching for answers.

Eschatology is the study of the end times. Even though it can sound scary, at its core, eschatology is about the hope, justice, and faithfulness of God. This episode of CPXL unpacks some of the main views on the end times and gives you talking points so you can have conversations about the end times with people who are searching for answers.

In Luke 18 we see Jesus teaching on the posture of your heart. That those who exult themselves will be humbled and those who humble themselves will be exalted. - Join Pastor Andy Addis and his wife Kathy as they host CPXL for the last time. Next week CPXL will return in a new format. Luke 18:9-14 9 He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and treated others with contempt: 10 “Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11 The Pharisee, standing by himself, prayed thus: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other men, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. 12 I fast twice a week; I give tithes of all that I get.' 13 But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even lift up his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast, saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!' 14 I tell you, this man went down to his house justified, rather than the other. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”

In Luke 18 we see Jesus teaching on the posture of your heart. That those who exult themselves will be humbled and those who humble themselves will be exalted. - Join Pastor Andy Addis and his wife Kathy as they host CPXL for the last time. Next week CPXL will return in a new format. Luke 18:9-14 9 He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous, and treated others with contempt: 10 “Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11 The Pharisee, standing by himself, prayed thus: ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other men, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. 12 I fast twice a week; I give tithes of all that I get.' 13 But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even lift up his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast, saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!' 14 I tell you, this man went down to his house justified, rather than the other. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”

Join pastor Andy and Kathy Addis for a look at Luke 10:1-12. The challenge is to accept the calling to plow the ground, And the difficulty is to not think you have to do more!

Join pastor Andy and Kathy Addis for a look at Luke 10:1-12. The challenge is to accept the calling to plow the ground, And the difficulty is to not think you have to do more!

Luke 3:7-97 He said therefore to the crowds that came out to be baptized by him, “You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8 Bear fruits in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.' For I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children for Abraham. 9 Even now the axe is laid to the root of the trees. Every tree therefore that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.”

Luke 3:7-97 He said therefore to the crowds that came out to be baptized by him, “You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come? 8 Bear fruits in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.' For I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children for Abraham. 9 Even now the axe is laid to the root of the trees. Every tree therefore that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire.”

Colossians 4:7-187 Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. He is a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. 8 I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts, 9 and with him Onesimus, our faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you of everything that has taken place here.10 Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him), 11 and Jesus who is called Justus. These are the only men of the circumcision among my fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me. 12 Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you, always struggling on your behalf in his prayers, that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God. 13 For I bear him witness that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and in Hierapolis. 14 Luke the beloved physician greets you, as does Demas. 15 Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. 16 And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea. 17 And say to Archippus, “See that you fulfill the ministry that you have received in the Lord.”

Colossians 4:7-187 Tychicus will tell you all about my activities. He is a beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow servant in the Lord. 8 I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know how we are and that he may encourage your hearts, 9 and with him Onesimus, our faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you of everything that has taken place here.10 Aristarchus my fellow prisoner greets you, and Mark the cousin of Barnabas (concerning whom you have received instructions—if he comes to you, welcome him), 11 and Jesus who is called Justus. These are the only men of the circumcision among my fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me. 12 Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, greets you, always struggling on your behalf in his prayers, that you may stand mature and fully assured in all the will of God. 13 For I bear him witness that he has worked hard for you and for those in Laodicea and in Hierapolis. 14 Luke the beloved physician greets you, as does Demas. 15 Give my greetings to the brothers at Laodicea, and to Nympha and the church in her house. 16 And when this letter has been read among you, have it also read in the church of the Laodiceans; and see that you also read the letter from Laodicea. 17 And say to Archippus, “See that you fulfill the ministry that you have received in the Lord.”

Philippians 3:12-16Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. 13 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. 15 Let those of us who are mature think this way, and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal that also to you. 16 Only let us hold true to what we have attained.

Philippians 3:12-16Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. 13 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. 15 Let those of us who are mature think this way, and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal that also to you. 16 Only let us hold true to what we have attained.

Galatians 6:1-5Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. 2 Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. 3 For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself. 4 But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor. 5 For each will have to bear his own load.

Galatians 6:1-5Brothers, if anyone is caught in any transgression, you who are spiritual should restore him in a spirit of gentleness. Keep watch on yourself, lest you too be tempted. 2 Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ. 3 For if anyone thinks he is something, when he is nothing, he deceives himself. 4 But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor. 5 For each will have to bear his own load.

Galatians 1:15-17But when he who had set me apart before I was born, and who called me by his grace, 16 was pleased to reveal his Son to me, in order that I might preach him among the Gentiles, I did not immediately consult with anyone; 17 nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away into Arabia, and returned again to Damascus.

Galatians 1:15-17But when he who had set me apart before I was born, and who called me by his grace, 16 was pleased to reveal his Son to me, in order that I might preach him among the Gentiles, I did not immediately consult with anyone; 17 nor did I go up to Jerusalem to those who were apostles before me, but I went away into Arabia, and returned again to Damascus.

2 Corinthians 8:1-5We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia, 2 for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. 3 For they gave according to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means, of their own accord, 4 begging us earnestly for the favor of taking part in the relief of the saints— 5 and this, not as we expected, but they gave themselves first to the Lord and then by the will of God to us.