Crosswinds Church in Plainfield Illinois is dedicated to teaching, living and connecting people with Jesus. Pastors John Stillman and Ken Schultz lead preaching for Crosswinds Church and regularly distribute audio content via this channel.
Luke 23:26-31 - This message explores the spiritual significance of mourning—not just for loss through death, but also the many forms of loss we experience in life. Jesus' words to the mourning women on the road to the cross invite us to reflect on what we grieve and whether we are truly paying attention to our sorrow.
Luke 23:18-25 - "Are You Listening?" explores the importance of spiritual listening—hearing not just with our ears, but with our hearts. Using Luke 23 and the silence of Jesus before His crucifixion, we reflect on how God's voice often becomes clearest when we quiet our own.
Luke 23:1-16 - Jesus, though completely innocent, is falsely accused and condemned by religious leaders and political authorities seeking to protect their own interests. In this message we explore how Jesus responded to injustice with silent strength, trusting God's justice rather than seeking man's approval.
Romans 8:1-11 - This message from Romans 8:1–11 unpacks the foundational Christian truth that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. It explores the assurance of salvation, not based on our ability to live perfectly, but on the finished work of Christ, who frees us from the law of sin and death.
1 Corinthians 15:35-45 - The resurrection of Jesus is not a metaphor or hopeful story — it is a historical, physical fact that changes everything.
Luke 22:54-62 - This message examines Peter's denial of Jesus and the dangers of following Jesus from a distance. It challenges believers to assess whether they are truly "with Him" or merely acknowledging Him when convenient.
Luke 22:47-53 - This message explores the theme of betrayal, both in the life of Jesus and in our own lives.
Luke 22:39-46 - Jesus commands his disciples to pray so they do not fall into temptation and sets the example by praying in deep agony before his crucifixion. He teaches that prayer is not about changing God's will, but aligning ourselves with it. Prayer strengthens us in trials, keeps us from distraction, and leads us to surrender to God's perfect plan.
Luke 22:31-38 - This message emphasizes that trials are an inevitable part of the Christian life, but through Christ, we can triumph over them. By placing our confidence in Christ rather than ourselves, we find peace, endurance, and purpose in our suffering.
2 Timothy 2:1-10 - This message emphasizes that true greatness in God's kingdom is achieved through disciple-making. Using 2 Timothy 2:1-10, the message highlights Paul's mentorship of Timothy as an example of how believers should invest in others to multiply disciples. The pathway to greatness is not about personal achievement but about surrendering to Christ, enduring hardships, and faithfully passing on the Gospel to future generations.
Luke 22:24-30 - The world defines greatness through power, status, and personal achievement, but Jesus flips this concept by demonstrating that true greatness is found in servanthood and humility.
Luke 22:16-23 - Through the Last Supper, Jesus instituted the Lord's Supper as a reminder of His sacrifice, reinforcing that God's love and salvation are available to all.
Luke 22:1-6 - This study explores the theme of betrayal. Betrayal is inevitable in life, often coming from those closest to us, but how we respond to it determines our spiritual well-being. Jesus exemplifies that forgiveness, rather than bitterness, leads to freedom, allowing us to trust in God rather than be enslaved by the fear of man.
Ephesians 6:18-24 - This message concludes the series "Who God Says You Are" by emphasizing that everything God calls us to be builds up to our role as ambassadors for Christ. We are not defined by our own perception or the opinions of others but by God's truth. As ambassadors, we are called to represent Him, equipped by God, and strengthened through prayer and community.
Ephesians 6:10-20 - This message emphasizes that spiritual warfare is a daily reality, not an extraordinary event. The enemy's primary attack is against our identity in Christ, and the key to victory is being armed with the Gospel and the armor of God.
Ephesians 6:5-9 - This message is part of our series: Who God Says you are. This series looks at who God says we are in the book of Ephesians. This message focuses on Ephesians 6:5-9, emphasizing that our value is determined by God, not by our status or position. It encourages believers to serve with sincerity and dedication, knowing that their work is ultimately for the Lord.
Ephesians 6:1-4 - This message is part of our series, Who God Says we are, where we look at the book of Ephesians to see who God says we are. The focus of this message is on Family and Ephesians 6:1–4, emphasizing the importance of children honoring and obeying their parents and the mutual responsibility of parents to raise their children in the training and instruction of the Lord.
Ephesians 5:22-2:33 - This is part of our series Who God says we are where we look at Who God says we are in the book of Ephesians. This message is a panel of married people with over 100 years of experience in married life between them, where they answer questions asked by the congregation.
John 1:14-18 - This message is part of our Christmas series called: The True Light of Christmas, where we look at the message in John chapter 1. The message emphasizes that while grace comforts, truth challenges, and both are essential for spiritual growth and meaningful relationships. By confronting uncomfortable truths about ourselves and our lives, we open the door for God's grace to transform and redeem us.
John 1:5-13 - This is the second message in our Christmas series called: The true Light of Christmas where we look at Chapter 1 in the book of John.
John 1:1-4 - This is the first message in our Christmas series titled: The true Light of Christmas where we explore the message of John in Chapter 1. In this message, The Light of Creation, we explore John 1:1-4, where Jesus is revealed as the Logos—the eternal Word of God who created and sustains the universe.
Ephesians 5:11-8 - This is part of our series titled: Who God says you are. In this series we look at Ephesians to see who God sees you are as opposed to who the world says you are. God says we are the light of the world, in this message discover what that means in terms of how we are suppose to live.
Ephesians 5:1-10 - The message, titled "Beloved Children," focuses on our identity as dearly loved children of God and the transformative power of living in that truth. Drawing from Ephesians 5:1-10, it emphasizes that being "beloved" means being cherished, valued, and adored—not because of our performance but because of God's grace.
Ephesians 4:11-17 - In this message, "One Body," we continue our series Who God Says You Are with an in-depth look at Ephesians, exploring what it means to be the Body of Christ with Christ as our head. As believers, we are united in purpose and spirit, each uniquely gifted yet working together to reveal God's love and grace in the world. Just as our bodies need each part to function in harmony, so too does the Body of Christ rely on each of us to live out our faith, supporting one another in unity and love under the guidance and leadership of Christ.
Ephesians 4:1-10 - This message titled "Called for a Purpose" emphasizes that every believer has a unique calling from God, designed to fulfill His greater purpose. It highlights how following God's purpose leads to personal transformation and strengthens community impact through serving and glorifying God.
Ephesians 3:14-21 - This message is part of our series titled: Who God says you are, an in depth study on the book of Ephesians. You are not who you think you are. You are not who others say you are. You are who God says you are!
Ephesians 3:1-11 - This message, based on Ephesians 3:1-11, emphasizes believers' identity as ministers of God's grace. Paul reveals the mystery of Christ to the Gentiles and highlights the purpose of believers in spreading this grace. Our identity in Christ calls us to share the gospel and live as examples of God's redemptive work in the world.
Ephesians 2:1-10 - This message, that is part of our series called: Who God says you are, emphasizes that we are God's masterpiece, created with purpose and love. Despite the ways we distort our identity through sin, God desires to restore us and heal our brokenness through Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 1:15-21 - "Feeling pulled by the world's voices? In today's message, Pastor Ken reminds us that we are called by God, not defined by society's standards. You're not who the world says you are—you are who God says you are!
Ephesians 1:11-14 - God has a wonderful inheritance for those that believe in Him. Unlike earthly inheritance it is an inheritance that is a sure promise that we can be fully assured of. In this message in our series: Who God says you are, we continue our study in Ephesians and explore what it means to be called a Heir.
Ephesians 1:1-10 - This is the first message in our series, Who God Says You Are, where we discover our true identity and purpose as defined by our Creator in the book of Ephesians. This message starts at Chapter one in Ephesians where Paul describes us as Saints.
- This is the last part of our Hot Topics series titled: Introspection. In this message we look to the Bible to find the answer to the question: What does the Bible say about self-awareness versus self confidence?
1 Timothy 3:1-13 - This is the third part of our Hot Topics series titled: Leadership. In this message we look to the Bible to find the answer to the question: What is God's design for church Leadership?
- This is the second part of our Hot Topics series titled: Life. In this message we look to the Bible to find the answer to the question, how does God's value of human life compare to society's views.
Topical - This is the first part of our Hot Topics series titled: Forgiveness. In this message we look to the Bible to find the answer to the question, how can we forgive family members who have hurt us deeply.
Ephesians 6:10-18 - In this message we talk about the Holy Spirit and His role in our lives. We explore how the Holy Spirit helps us grow and keep our lives together if we will allow Him.
Luke 21:20-28 - This message on Luke 21:20-28 where Jesus foretells the destruction of Jerusalem is inspired by the words of Jeremiah where he prophesizes to the people about the coming destruction they are about to face because they are not listening to God.
Luke 21:5-9 - In today's text Jesus is revealing to His disciples and the other people that are listening that they need to be stones of faith not impressed by the stones of a religious or political system.
Luke 21:1-4 - Jesus sees how generous we are, he is paying attention. In this message we learn what Jesus wants from our generosity, not just in what we give but in how we give it.
Luke 20:41-47 - In this message we look at Jesus and see what someone who is not a hypocrite does to have a gospel conversation. Jesus is teaching us that the way out of hypocrisy requires us thinking about the truth of God's Word.
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