This is the Weekly Sermon Podcast from Crossroads Bible Church in Bellevue, WA with Pastor Keith Krell. For more information, go to www.cbcbellevue.com. We would love to meet you if you are in the Seattle area! God Bless You! The Crossroads Bible Church Worship Community www.cbcbellevue.com worship@cbcbellevue.com ©Crossroads Bible Church

Where can we turn when victory is followed by collapse? 1 Kings 19:1–21, we find how God met Elijah in his discouragement.

Ingratitude hurts--both people around us and our own souls. But how does Jesus respond to gratitude and to ingratitude? Luke 17:11–19 provides the answer.

Fear stalks us in our quiet moments, and it confronts us in our hardest seasons. And if we're honest, sometimes it feels like our fears are bigger than our faith. So, where do we find the courage to face our fears? The answer is found in 1 Kings 18, where we'll meet two men, both servants of God, both facing real fear.

Death is the one reality we all fear, and yet it is the very place where God often reveals His power most clearly. 1 Kings 17 tells of a widow who encounters devastating loss when her son dies — and in her confusion, pain, and questions, Elijah carries her heartbreak to the Lord in prayer. God responds by restoring the boy to life. The story invites us to believe that when death strikes, God's Word still speaks life, and resurrection is always His final word.

1 Kings 17 introduces Elijah, a prophet from nowhere who delivers God's Word to Ahab, declaring a drought for Israel's disobedience. God then withdraws His Word by hiding Elijah at Cherith, where ravens feed him and a brook sustains him. Next, He sends Elijah to a Gentile widow whose obedient faith amid desperation reveals that God's Word sustains through surprising provision.

Psalm 78:1-8 reminds us that Scripture must be heard, and we teach the next generation so that faith can be passed on—because we're not just building for today but for tomorrow. Like Asaph, who told the truths of Israel's past, we're invited to invest in a legacy that outlives us. Our past stories of grace inspire future stories of faith.

For our third Sow to Reap Sunday, Dana Dang provides us with important updates, including ways we can all participate in committing towards the bigger picture.

What does it take to build something that will outlast you? In 1 Corinthians 3:9–15, Paul reminds us that the church is God's building project, and Christ alone is the foundation. Each believer is called to build with faithfulness, using materials that will endure when our work is tested. The local church matters deeply to God, and He calls us to invest our time, gifts, and resources in ways that will strengthen His people and bear eternal fruit.

Check out our second Sow to Reap Sunday! Learn as Dana Dang walks us through the renderings for our Community Group Spaces and Kids Zone Renovations.

While we may plant seeds and water them, only God brings true spiritual growth. Paul reminds the Corinthians—and us—that leaders are simply servants and tools in God's hands, not the source of life or success. Our call is to faithfully play our role, seek God first, and trust Him for the increase, knowing that all growth and reward come from Him.

At Crossroads Bible Church, Jesus has become the foundation for many believers from all walks of life, inspiring and encouraging us to continue building disciples throughout the next generation.

Check out our first Sow to Reap Sunday! Learn as Dana Dang walks us through the wondrous vision for the Kids Ministry area, the scope, and more exciting details!

As fall kicks off, we must be reminded of the mission Jesus has given us. Matthew provides three powerful encouragements to help us realize our mission as individuals and as a church.

Held on August 17 after both services, this information session was open to congregants wanting to find out more about the vision, scope, and Biblical foundation of the project.

What is the significance of the cross? Mark shares the details of Christ's crucifixion and death to reveal God's grace.

Are we worshipping the true King, or seeking a worldly power version? In Mark 15:1–20, we'll consider what difference Jesus' rejection should make in our lives.

Our Sow to Reap Project Director Dana Dang, shares key details about our upcoming project to invest and expand our kids and community ministries.

What should our perspective be in the face of failure? Mark 14:53–72 answers this question with eternal hope.

Andrew David shares the vision of Sow to Reap during Sunday service, and provides insight on the impact towards future generations of children.

What do we do when friends fail us? Jesus shows us as He is betrayed and abandoned in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Where have you overestimated your own strength and underestimated the challenges ahead? In Mark 14:32–42, we'll learn how to avoid overconfidence and remain prayerful.

“What is God like when we're hurting?" Luke records the story of a widow who loses her only son and then encounters Jesus.

What is Jesus' favorite meal? Who is it designed for? Mark answers these questions memorably as he walks through Jesus' Last Supper.

God means for you to dwell in a heart of peace, no matter your circumstances. When our eyes are on Jesus, our hearts are at peace.

How do you deal with doubt, discouragement, fear, and failure? The disciple known as "Doubting Thomas" shares his personal experience with Jesus and how he was transformed.