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The scripture calls us to arm ourselves with the same way of thinking as Jesus, ceasing from sin and living for God's will rather than human passions. This shift requires us to step out of our comfort zones and spectator mentalities, putting our faith into action even when it means facing opposition or ridicule. The passage reminds us that the end of all things is near, urging us to be self-controlled, sober-minded, and earnest in our love for one another. As we reflect on this, we're invited to consider how our lives might change if we truly lived with an awareness of Christ's imminent return. Are we using our God-given gifts to serve others and glorify Him? This message encourages us to move beyond casual Christianity and into a deeper, more committed relationship with Jesus, one that's willing to suffer for His name and stand firm in faith.

We have all heard the phrase, “two wrongs don't make a right.” So, how do we respond with a reasoned hope in the face of adversity? How can our actions align with our beliefs, and what does it look like to tell a better story with our lives? Peter once again acts as our guide as he points us to be ready with a reasoned hope.

When someone cuts you off on the road, how do you respond? When your boss seems to single you out unfairly, what do you do?  When decisions are made that you disagree with, what are your options?  This Sunday, we will once again look at the words of the Apostle Peter as he guides us in the way of hope in all of life: our families, our careers,  our country, and beyond.

EVERYDAY DISCIPLES S1:E5Following the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day. And Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” - Mark 1:17 Welcome to the Everyday Disciples podcast, where we discuss what it means to follow Jesus's example in everything, everywhere, and every day. This month, we are talking with Steve Dang about what it means to be connected in community. SHOW NOTESWHAT IS COMMUNITY?The working definition we are going off of for community is: following in the way of Jesus together. We see community as disciples of Jesus following in the way of Jesus together. “And they devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers.”  Acts 2:42  WHERE CAN WE START?Who are people already in your life that you can be intentional about pursuing and doing life together?Be the friend you wish you had.Build trust by giving trust.Communicate what you are counting on someone for.Keep Jesus at the center.PRACTICES FOR THE MONTH:START WHERE YOU ARE.  - Invest in the friendships and connections you already haveSHARE A MEAL/COFFEE AND YOUR STORY WITH SOMEONEFIND A WAY TO SERVE ALONGSIDE OTHERSRESOURCES:“One Another” Passages - https://tpcc.secure2.agroup.com/files/uploads/59OneAnothers.pdf Everyday Disciples is a production of Crossroads Church located in Grass Valley, California. 

The strength and depth of a tree's roots keep it secure and grounded. When the wind and rain come, the roots help the tree maintain strength and stability. But what keeps you secure and grounded? What are you currently rooting yourself in? Peter once again guides us to the deep roots of the story we find ourselves in.

When people ask you about yourself, what do you say? How do you define who you are? As Peter continues to guide us toward hope, he reminds us that the hope we have in Jesus shapes and defines who we are and how we live. But what does this look like?

Is there something you are looking forward to right now? Do you ever find yourself thinking of that moment in the midst of a bad day? Like every student looking forward to summer, sometimes we borrow hope from the future to help us through the hard times of today. In these verses, Peter reminds us of the future hope that we have in Jesus, which provides present strength for today.

In today's message, we step into the letter of 1 Peter. Taking a lay of the land of Peter's day and ours, we are left with the question: What would it look like to live in a settled hope, in an unsettled world?

We all must wrestle with the reality of the resurrection. As news of the impossible began to spread, a pair of disappointed and disillusioned disciples encountered the resurrected Jesus on the road to Emmaus. As we walk this road toward resurrection, we will encounter our own questions, disappointments, and disillusionments, discovering the reality of the only one who has come to bring us life.

A criminal at death's door finds salvation in a willing savior while serving his death sentence. The man on the cross takes on death, that in Him we may have life.

WELCOMEWelcome to the Everyday Disciples podcast, where we discuss what it means to follow the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day.  This month, we are talking about what it means to be purposeful in prayer.WHAT IS PRAYEROur English word prayer derives from the Latin word precarious, which is fitting since we tend to most often pray in the precarious moments of life. But it is not just the precarious moments that cause us to pray. It is also those moments of wonder and awe that move us toward our Creator. A FEW FORMS OF PRAYERLiturgical - Wrote prayers such as scripture or written prayers passed through generations.Intercession - Praying on behalf of another person or for another person.Tongues/Praying in the Spirit - A gift of the Holy Spirit that we are directed has a time and place to be used (1 Cor.14:27).Worship (music or otherwise) - Adoration, confession, supplication, thanksgiving.Prophetic - Praying out what the Lord is speaking to you for someone else or people groups. WHAT WAS JESUS PATTERN OF PRAYER?Jesus modeled patterns and practices of prayer by prioritizing it in his life:At His baptism, He was praying (Luke 3:21-22)In the midst of popularity, He would withdraw and pray (Luke 5:16)Before major decisions, he would prayer, like when calling the disciples. (Luke 6:12)In times with his disciples, He prayed. (Luke 9:18)He would take close disciples away with Him to pray (Luke 9:28)Before Jesus was betrayed, He was praying (Luke 22:39-41)As Jesus was praying, His disciples asked Him to teach them to pray. (Luke 11:1)RWHERE TO START“Pray as you can, not as you can't” - Dom ChapmanPRAY THE LORDS PRAYER - Matthew 6:9-13PRAY THROUGH A PSALMJOURNAL YOUR PRAYERSPRACTICES FOR THE MONTH:1.   SET A TIME AND A PLACE TO PRAY2.  TRY A NEW PRAYER PRACTICE:Pray Scripture, Pray with others, Meditative Prayer, Read a book of prayers, Write your prayers, use Lectio 365 guided prayer, etc. 3.   MID-DAY PRAYERPause in the middle of your day and prayer through the Lord's prayer. Matthew 6:9-13RESOURCES:Praying the Bible by Donald WhitneyPrayer: Finding the Hearts Home by Richard FosterHow to Pray: A Simple Guide for Normal People by Pete GriegPray Like Monks Live Like Fools by Tyler StatonA Praying Life by Paul E. MillerOld Paths New Power by Daniel HendersonEvery Moment Holy Volume I, II, III  by Douglas Kaine McKelveyWith by Skye Jethani

Teaching on Luke 23, Andrew West walks us through Jesus's crucifixion. The debt that Jesus paid for all humanity came at a great cost.

Being denied by a friend is gut-wrenching, but imagine how often people deny Jesus. We live in a world where identifying or being associated with Jesus comes with a cost. But we all have a decision to make: Will I be willing to count the cost, or will I deny Jesus? Ryan walked us through 3 main questions to consider in our walk with Jesus: Are you willing to be identified with Jesus?Is Jesus focusing on you in the way He focused on Peter?Is your story mainly defined by your failures?Peter was a strong believer in Jesus; he was willing to fight for Jesus' life and told Him he would die for Him. But there was a moment, this moment when Peter had to decide if he was simply a believer or a follower of Jesus. A follower's life is marked with obedience and faith, meaning things won't be easy or comfortable, but it will be worth it. Jesus knew Peter's personality when he told him, "Come follow me", and He knew Peter would deny Him. Nonetheless, God had an incredible plan for Peter's life after this moment of denial. No matter where you are, what your failures are, or what you struggle with now, Jesus still says, "Come follow me, " just like He did for Peter.  

There is a reason Judas and the crowd came to arrest Jesus at night; they didn't want anyone to see their actions.  Even in the midst of this dark moment, Jesus speaks to the shadows, casting light into the darkness. How can we be a people that brings light to the shadows of our lives?This message is taught from using the passage of Luke 22:47-53.  

EVERYDAY DISCIPLES S1:E3 Following the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day. And Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” - Mark 1:17 SHOW NOTES Welcome to the Everyday Disciples podcast, where we talk about what it means to follow the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day. This month, we are talking about what it means to be steeped in Scripture. WHAT IS THE BIBLE? We believe the Bible to be the inspired and only infallible and authoritative Word of God. We believe the Scriptures of the Old and New Testament as being verbally and completely inerrant in the original writings and of supreme and final authority in faith and life. We believe that God has not added to, deleted from, or altered the canon of the Bible with subsequent writings and revelations. [2 Timothy 3:15-17, 2 Peter 1:21] The Bible is a unified story that leads us to Jesus. It is unique in that it is historical and divine, meaning it was written by real people at real points in History over a 1000-year period by over 40 authors in 3 different languages (Hebrew, Aramaic, Greek). But most importantly, it is the Word of God.  5 WAYS TO INTERACT WITH SCRIPTURE Hear the word Read the word Study the word Memorize the word Meditate on the word H.E.A.R. The WordWhen we read through Scripture, we want to go at a pace that allows it to read us. Below is a simple acronym that will help guide our time as we read Scripture and seek to live it out. Each day, we will follow the pattern of HEAR. H - Highlight Read through the passage for the day. As you read, pay attention to what stands out. Maybe highlight or underline a word or phrase that catches your attention. E – Examine it Examine what the passage has to teach you. Study words and their root meaning, and/or study the context of the passage. Pay attention to the Holy Spirit's prompting as you read and press into what you can learn from scripture. A – Apply it Ask yourself how you might apply what you have read to your day and ask the Holy Spirit what you should take away from the passage. Write down what you want to apply, or make note of it some other way. R – Respond in prayer Close your time by using scripture and what you have read to lead your prayer time. Invite the Lord to continue speaking to you through the day on what you've studied.  PRACTICES FOR THE MONTH: 1. BEGIN EACH DAY WITH SCRIPTURE Start every day with the Word. Scripture before your phone, TV, or emails. Scripture before everything. If you are unsure where to start, we have a Bible reading plan here: Crossroads Bible Reading Plan 2025 2. READ A WHOLE BOOK IN ONE SITTING We have become a culture of soundbites and short attention spans. Many of the letters of the New Testament were written to be read aloud in one sitting. At some point, this month, read or listen to an entire book straight through. See the attached graphic to help you choose. 3. MEMORIZE SCRIPTURE Over this next month, memorize two passages of scripture. Psalm 1:1-2, Romans 15:13  RESOURCES: Books: How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth by Fee and Stuart The Visual Guide to the Bible by Tim Challies How We Got the Bible by Neil R. Lightfoot The Cannon of Scripture by F.F. Bruce ESV Study Bible (articles on how we got the books we got) Websites: https://bibleproject.com/ Videos, podcasts, articles, and classes to help you better understand the Bible. https://enduringword.com/ A whole commentary on the Bible by David Gutzik https://www.blueletterbible.org/ A free bible study tool Apps Youversion Free bible app ESV Bible Free bible app with available add-ons Dwell Audio bible (subscription-based)  Everyday Disciples is a production of Crossroads Church located in Grass Valley, California. 

When despair deepens and anxiety attacks, where do you turn? In the midst of blood, betrayal, conflict, and crisis, Jesus seeks a quiet place of prayer to battle. As the enemy closes in, Jesus draws closer to God, showing us the way forward. In this sermon, Andrew takes us through Luke 22:35-46 and the anguish and struggle Jesus faced as he looked ahead at what he knew had to happen. We can identify and relate to Jesus' emotions, but also learn from him and how he sought God in the midst of the pain.

Looking at Luke 22:24-34, Andrew West walks us through another one of the final moments of Jesus' life. Jesus, once again reminds the disciples, and us, where true greatness is found. It is not in being served but in serving others. But what does this look like in our own lives? What does it really look like to be a servant leader? How do we practice wholehearted humility? What does it look to humbly come before the greatness of the Lord?

Have you ever had a mountaintop experience in life? What about a desert wasteland life experience? When we walk with God, both life experiences and everything in between will happen. Yet, no matter what season, experience, trial, or joy we are facing, God will always meet us in those places and strengthen us for that day and the days ahead. Tomorrow, we will take a break from our study through Luke to look at the mountain and valley experiences of many notable people in the Bible. Dane Foster teaches about the Highs and Lows of life and how to be intentional to walk every step with the Lord.

What is the best meal you have ever had? What made it great? So often, it is not just the food but those you enjoy the meal with who add to the experience. As Jesus' final moments approach, He shares the Passover meal with His disciples. In a moment that will never be forgotten, the Passover meal is brought to life in the body and blood of Jesus, a practice we continue today every time we come to the table of communion. Andrew West | Luke 22:7-23

EVERYDAY DISCIPLES PODCAST SHOW NOTES: S1:E2Welcome to the Everyday Disciples podcast, where we talk about what it means to follow the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day.  This month, we are talking about what it means to walk in step with the Spirit. WHO IS THE HOLY SPIRIT?We believe there is only one God, eternally existent in three persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit. Each distinct from the Other, and Each is fully God, yet They are perfectly harmonized in Their Triune Being. [Genesis 1:1, Deuteronomy 6:4, Matthew 28:19, John 10:30, 1 Corinthians 8:6] THE WORK OF HOLY SPIRITWe believe in the threefold work of the Holy Spirit: that He seeks out and brings the lost to salvation, that He sanctifies the believer, and that He baptizes the believer into the body of Christ, giving spiritual gifts to the Christian for service. We believe in the continuance of gifts as found in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11. We believe that the Holy Spirit is our Comforter, Teacher, and guarantee of our inheritance. [John 14:26; 16:7-11, Acts 1:8, Romans 8:1-11, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Galatians 5:22, Ephesians 1:13-14; 4:4-5] PRACTICES FOR THE MONTH:Over the next month, we encourage you to practice intentionally walking in the Spirit. We will engage in three practices together.  These are tools, not rules.  The aim of these practices is to grow in our ability to discern the Holy Spirit's promptings and leading in our lives. Perfect action is not the aim - drawing closer to Jesus is.   THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRITRead through and pray through Galatians 5:22-23.  As you reflect on the fruit of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control), pay attention to which attribute the Spirit is inviting you to lean into over this next month.  Do a word study on the attribute you are focusing on.  To do this, simply use a concordance (often found in the back of your bible or of a study bible), or use a search engine tool online like blueletterbible.org where you can search for a word throughout scripture.  PAY ATTENTION TO THE PROMPTING OF THE SPIRITBegin each day with a posture of availability to the Holy Spirit. Simply ask the Holy Spirit to help you hear and pay attention to His leading and to give you the courage to follow where He leads.  Keep a running journal of the Spirit's leading through the days and weeks as you practice walking in the Spirit. SPIRITUAL GIFTSRead through Romans 12:3-8, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Ephesians  4:11-16, 1 Peter 4:10-11. As you read through these passages, make a list of the  gifts that you see listed.  Seek the Holy Spirit's guidance and invite other trusted  people in your life to begin discerning what gift/gifts the Lord has given you.RESOURCES: The Holy Spirit: An Introduction (Short Studies in Systematic Theology) by Fred SandersPracticing the Power: Welcoming the Gifts of the Holy  Spirit in Your Life by Sam Storms Understanding Spiritual Gifts by Sam Storms Everyday Disciples is a production of Crossroads Church located in Grass Valley, California. 

Wounds from a friend run deep. In this message on Luke 22:1-6, Pastor Dane walks us through the story of Judas - the well-known betrayer of Jesus. With a closer look at the character and patterns we see shared about Judas in Scripture, we can see where the stem of his betrayal could have come from and how we each get the choice to either be content with Jesus, or covet what we think we can get without him.

When everything is falling apart around you, where do you turn for stability and strength?  Jesus continues to speak to the end of all things,  speaking to the turbulent times ahead while reminding us to stay alert and fixed on Him, for our redemption draws near.

When we turn on the news to wars, natural disasters, unrest, and evil actions, we can find ourselves wondering, “Is this the end?” Is everything about to implode, and how are we to respond? With His own end in sight, Jesus speaks to the end of all things, warning those listening and calling them to something greater. This Sunday, we will look at both Jesus' warnings and what it means to endure as witnesses to the end.

"In a noisy world, quiet obedience often goes unnoticed. Yet, Jesus reminds us that nothing escapes the eyes of the One who matters most. Our sacrifices reveal what and who we value most and where we choose to be all in."

Looking for anything to stump Jesus, in Luke 20:27-44, another group of religious leaders asks Jesus a tough question about the resurrection. While this question may seem out of place to us, Jesus' response points us to the truth that the reality of the resurrection changes everything.

EVERYDAY DISCIPLES S1:E1Everyday Disciples, where we prioritize Following the way of Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day.And Jesus said to them, “Follow me, and I will make you become fishers of men.” - Mark 1:17 SHOW NOTESWelcome to the Everyday Disciples podcast, where we discuss what it means to follow Jesus in everything, everywhere, every day. At Crossroads, one of our values is being everyday disciples.  Being Everyday Disciples means our relationship with God is intended to shape every part of our lives. There is no separation between the mundane and the spiritual. Our life with God isn't confined to a moment on Sunday morning; it is to be lived every moment and in every setting. [If you'd like to dive into this concept further, these passages are a good starting point: Matthew 5:13-16; Titus 2:11-14; Hebrews 3:13; Psalm 145:2; Luke 9:23; Daniel 12:3 Philippians 2:14-16]   In this first season, we will explore 8 habits and practices that help us to better follow in the way of Jesus.  Along the way, we will take questions from you - our listeners - about the things you are thinking through, facing, or wrestling with and bring those into our conversations.  In this first episode, we are asking: Who are you following? What does it mean to follow Jesus? and where do we start?Over the next month, we encourage you to practice intentionally orienting your days to pay attention to God's presence.  We will engage in three practices together.  These are tools not rules.  The aim of these practices is to intentionally aim our days toward Jesus.  Perfect action is not the aim, drawing closer to Jesus is.   PRACTICES FOR THE MONTH:1.   TAKE AN AUDIT OF WHO YOU ARE FOLLOWINGWho are the voices, the authors, the thinkers, the people you are giving weight to in your life?  Are they drawing you closer to God or pulling you away?2.   BEGIN YOUR DAY WITH SCRIPTUREScripture before your phone, news, or anything else.  Let the first voice of your day be the word of God.3.   END YOUR DAY WITH REFLECTIONTake a few minutes (even as you are falling asleep) to simply ask these three questions:- God, where did I see you move today?- God, what do you want me to pay attention to (good/bad) from my day?- God, what do I need to release to you right now?(Feel free to make the language your own. Again, the aim is to end your day with God) RESOURCES:The Bible - If you need a place to start go to one of the biographies of Jesus written by Matthew, Mark, Luke or John.Crossroadslive.com/jesusSaturate by Jeff VandersteltLife with Jesus by Tim ChesterPracticing the Way by John Mark Comer

Rendered and Restored | Luke 20:19-26In a conversation meant to stir controversy, Jesus reminds us of the importance of our family resemblance. In this sermon, we will examine why this matters and what it means to us today.Pastor: Andrew West

In this study of Luke 20:9-18, Jesus tells the story of a vineyard. In this story, we are reminded of what happens when we build off of false foundations and how we can find life in the firm foundation of Jesus.

As we join with believers across the globe, we celebrate that the light has come to a dark and dreary world. Jesus, Immanuel, God. is. with. Us. This statement is as true today as it was then. We do not walk alone. The very creator of our being has come that we may have life in Him, through Him, and with Him.

Love is one of the most overused words in English. We love ice cream, we love that sweater, we love the weather, we love all things Christmas. But what is love? The fullest expression of love has come in Jesus. Sent to save us from all our sorrows, sin, and shame. He loves us, and because of this love, we are able to love. God is love. And God is with us.

As we hurry about our days on to the next thing and the next thing, we can feel an inner turmoil that never seems to rest. We have an unfinished project, a full schedule, another meeting, unanswered messages, but even if we were to catch up, there is still something that aches within us. Peace. Not just the absence of strife and conflict but wholeness. Shalom. Jesus has come, and because of this, peace is possible because God is with us.

In a season that is marked and marketed for joy, our present circumstances may not always leave us in a joyful state. So how can we count it all joy, even in our brokenness, even when this time of year re of minds us of what is missing? True joy is impossible apart from Jesus, but joy unshakeable is possible because God is with us.

The temple was meant to be a place of worship and prayer. In Jesus day, many had turned visiting the temple into something like walking through the souvenir stands at an amusement park. In this moment we see Jesus angry with those who are making it hard for others to worship, and turning their relationship with God into a consumer religion.

There are moments in all of our lives that we look back on and wish we had handled differently, said nothing, said something, or wished we could do it over again. Jesus weeps as He looks at Jerusalem and wishes people had paid attention. As we unpack this passage, we will pay attention to the opportunity before us.

Jesus enters Jerusalem and is greeted as a King. Only a short time later, He will be crucified as a criminal. His triumphal entry reminds us to pay attention to our fickle hearts and to be unhindered in our praise.

Money is something we all deal with and reveals a lot about what we value. Jesus tells a story that reminds us to lean into what we have been entrusted with and to use all we have for the glory of God and the good of others. He has given us good gifts to enjoy and use, not hoard and hide.

So often, we allow small obstacles to become our excuse for not pursuing Jesus. Changing our vantage point can change our perspective and our lives. In this passage, we learn the importance of climbing the tree, and we see Jesus' love for the lost on full display.

There are certain things in our lives that we can grow blind to. It is amazing how accustomed we can become to our wrong actions, excusing them or even denying them. In this passage, we see a man acknowledging his deep need for Jesus, and what we see is God's mercy on display.

Is the Bible just a book, or is it more? Many question its relevance today and whether it can be trusted. As we walk with Jesus and continue toward Jerusalem, He tells His disciples along the way that He will die in Jerusalem, but death will not be the end. So, what does this conversation have to do with whether or not the Bible can be trusted? We will look at how not only Jesus foretold His death and resurrection, but Scripture spoke of this long before Jesus came to save us.