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.
Revelation 2:1-7 - The message highlights how the church in Ephesus faithfully served Christ with hard work, doctrinal purity, and endurance, yet lost the passionate love they once had for Jesus.
John 1:15-18 - The message teaches that Jesus Christ embodies both unmerited grace and absolute truth — not as mere ideas but as the living Word who became flesh.
John 1:15-18 - The message teaches that Jesus Christ embodies both unmerited grace and absolute truth — not as mere ideas but as the living Word who became flesh.
John 1:11-14 - The incarnation — the Word becoming flesh — reveals God's astounding love, His willingness to dwell with humanity, and His provision of salvation through Christ's life, death, and resurrection. Jesus' coming in the flesh makes possible our adoption into God's family, offering eternal life and transforming our identity and purpose in Him.
John 1:11-14 - The incarnation — the Word becoming flesh — reveals God's astounding love, His willingness to dwell with humanity, and His provision of salvation through Christ's life, death, and resurrection. Jesus' coming in the flesh makes possible our adoption into God's family, offering eternal life and transforming our identity and purpose in Him.
John 1:5-8 - This message emphasizes that Jesus Christ is the true light of the world — not a temporary or symbolic light, but a living, eternal light that continues to shine in the darkness.
John 1:5-8 - This message emphasizes that Jesus Christ is the true light of the world — not a temporary or symbolic light, but a living, eternal light that continues to shine in the darkness.
John 1:1-3 - The sermon proclaims that “the Word” in John 1 — the Logos — is not an impersonal force but the eternal, divine, personal agent through whom all creation came into being. It asserts that Jesus (the Logos) predates creation, sustains all life, and brings light and purpose to humanity.
John 1:1-3 - The sermon proclaims that “the Word” in John 1 — the Logos — is not an impersonal force but the eternal, divine, personal agent through whom all creation came into being. It asserts that Jesus (the Logos) predates creation, sustains all life, and brings light and purpose to humanity.
Exodus 20:1-21 - This message addresses the age-old question: Why do bad things happen to good people? Suffering and hardship are not always a result of personal sin — but often a byproduct of living in a fallen world, spiritual warfare, the refining work of God, or simply the mystery of His sovereign plans. Like Job, Christians are called to respond not with anger or despair, but with worship, trust, perseverance, and reliance on God.
Exodus 20:1-21 - This message addresses the age-old question: Why do bad things happen to good people? Suffering and hardship are not always a result of personal sin — but often a byproduct of living in a fallen world, spiritual warfare, the refining work of God, or simply the mystery of His sovereign plans. Like Job, Christians are called to respond not with anger or despair, but with worship, trust, perseverance, and reliance on God.
Luke 14:25-33 - In this message we are invited to reframe what “budget” means in the life of a follower of Jesus Christ: it's not just about money, but about giving of our time, talents, priorities and resources in such a way that follows His economy. We are challenged to count the cost, allocate wisely, and trust that when we surrender, God supplies more than we think.
Luke 14:25-33 - In this message we are invited to reframe what “budget” means in the life of a follower of Jesus Christ: it's not just about money, but about giving of our time, talents, priorities and resources in such a way that follows His economy. We are challenged to count the cost, allocate wisely, and trust that when we surrender, God supplies more than we think.
Jonah 4:5-11 - This message reminds us that God's grace is often scandalous to us because He gives it freely to those we think are undeserving — including us. Like Jonah, we can become angry when God's mercy doesn't align with our sense of justice or comfort. God lovingly appoints both blessings and hardships to shape our hearts toward His mission: to show grace to a broken world.
Jonah 4:5-11 - This message reminds us that God's grace is often scandalous to us because He gives it freely to those we think are undeserving — including us. Like Jonah, we can become angry when God's mercy doesn't align with our sense of justice or comfort. God lovingly appoints both blessings and hardships to shape our hearts toward His mission: to show grace to a broken world.
Jonah 4:1-4 - God asks Jonah a heart-checking question: “Do you do well to be angry?” Jonah knew God's grace for himself, but he resented that same grace when it was shown to his enemies. This message challenges us to process anger with God, let go of bitterness, and reflect God's compassionate heart toward everyone.
Jonah 4:1-4 - God asks Jonah a heart-checking question: “Do you do well to be angry?” Jonah knew God's grace for himself, but he resented that same grace when it was shown to his enemies. This message challenges us to process anger with God, let go of bitterness, and reflect God's compassionate heart toward everyone.
- In this message we explore how humility before God brings transformation and mercy. Using the example of the King of Nineveh in Jonah 3, we look at the contrasts between worldly power and pride with the humility of Christ—the ultimate King who gave up His glory to serve and save.
- In this message we explore how humility before God brings transformation and mercy. Using the example of the King of Nineveh in Jonah 3, we look at the contrasts between worldly power and pride with the humility of Christ—the ultimate King who gave up His glory to serve and save.
Jonah 3:1-5 - This message challenges believers to move beyond merely believing in God to truly believing God — trusting His Word, nature, and promises.
Jonah 3:1-5 - This message challenges believers to move beyond merely believing in God to truly believing God — trusting His Word, nature, and promises.
Jonah 2:1-6 - “Grace from the Pit” reminds us that God often meets us in our lowest moments to redeem and restore us. Jonah's time in the belly of the fish wasn't punishment but a rescue — a place where brokenness met grace.
Jonah 1:10-17 - Though Jonah ran from God's call because he feared that God would be merciful to Israel's enemies, God intervenes through a supernatural storm and a great fish in order to redirect Jonah and preserve his mission. The central point: we can be “swallowed up” by God's grace—He will pursue us, save us, and send us back out to proclaim mercy, even when we resist.
Jonah 1:10-17 - Though Jonah ran from God's call because he feared that God would be merciful to Israel's enemies, God intervenes through a supernatural storm and a great fish in order to redirect Jonah and preserve his mission. The central point: we can be “swallowed up” by God's grace—He will pursue us, save us, and send us back out to proclaim mercy, even when we resist.
Jonah 1:5-10 - God often sends storms into our lives not simply to punish, but to awaken us, redirect us, and draw us back into His purposes. Jonah tried to run away, avoided facing God's call, and in doing so created a bigger problem—not just for himself, but for others around him. Yet God's purposes persist, and even through disobedience, He pursues, disciplines, invites us to “arise,” repent, and take up what He has for us.
Jonah 1:5-10 - God often sends storms into our lives not simply to punish, but to awaken us, redirect us, and draw us back into His purposes. Jonah tried to run away, avoided facing God's call, and in doing so created a bigger problem—not just for himself, but for others around him. Yet God's purposes persist, and even through disobedience, He pursues, disciplines, invites us to “arise,” repent, and take up what He has for us.
Jonah 1:1-4 - This sermon introduces Jonah chapter 1, emphasizing that Jonah's flight from God's command incurs “stormy seas” — turmoil and brokenness — because disobedience always brings consequences. Yet even in Jonah's rebellion, God's mercy pursues him: God sends storms, intervenes, and ultimately provides a way back.
Jonah 1:1-4 - This sermon introduces Jonah chapter 1, emphasizing that Jonah's flight from God's command incurs “stormy seas” — turmoil and brokenness — because disobedience always brings consequences. Yet even in Jonah's rebellion, God's mercy pursues him: God sends storms, intervenes, and ultimately provides a way back.
James 1:19-27 - In this message we are reminded that being doers of the Word means living out our faith in obedience, not just hearing Scripture. James 1 calls us to be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger, and to let God's Word transform our actions. True faith shows itself through bridling the tongue, serving those in need, and living distinctly from the world.
James 1:19-27 - In this message we are reminded that being doers of the Word means living out our faith in obedience, not just hearing Scripture. James 1 calls us to be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger, and to let God's Word transform our actions. True faith shows itself through bridling the tongue, serving those in need, and living distinctly from the world.
Luke 24:45-53 - Jesus “hits send” on His followers—ordinary, unpolished people—and commissions them to proclaim repentance and forgiveness of sins to all nations. He empowers them through the Holy Spirit, opening their understanding of Scripture so they grasp God's redemptive mission. The message challenges believers to embrace their missionary identity now, trusting in God's power rather than human adequacy.
Luke 24:45-53 - Jesus “hits send” on His followers—ordinary, unpolished people—and commissions them to proclaim repentance and forgiveness of sins to all nations. He empowers them through the Holy Spirit, opening their understanding of Scripture so they grasp God's redemptive mission. The message challenges believers to embrace their missionary identity now, trusting in God's power rather than human adequacy.
Luke 24:36-47 - This message, recounts Luke 24:36–47, where the resurrected Jesus appears to his fearful disciples and offers tangible proof—His wounds and eating food—that He is alive. Jesus's bodily resurrection is God's definitive evidence of life, bringing peace, purpose, and confidence even amid doubt and fear
Luke 24:36-47 - This message, recounts Luke 24:36–47, where the resurrected Jesus appears to his fearful disciples and offers tangible proof—His wounds and eating food—that He is alive. Jesus's bodily resurrection is God's definitive evidence of life, bringing peace, purpose, and confidence even amid doubt and fear
Luke 24:13-34 - In this message, Pastor Ken emphasizes that the ultimate Bible study happens when Jesus Himself leads us through Scripture—as He did for the two disciples on the road to Emmaus—bringing clarity, conviction, and joy.
Luke 24:13-34 - In this message, Pastor Ken emphasizes that the ultimate Bible study happens when Jesus Himself leads us through Scripture—as He did for the two disciples on the road to Emmaus—bringing clarity, conviction, and joy.
John 15:1-17:0 - This message explores how believers, once united with Christ, are appointed as His lifelong co-workers—serving without retirement to bear lasting spiritual fruit. Rooted in John 15, the sermon emphasizes abiding in Christ as essential to fruitful, obedient, sacrificial living.
John 15:1-17:0 - This message explores how believers, once united with Christ, are appointed as His lifelong co-workers—serving without retirement to bear lasting spiritual fruit. Rooted in John 15, the sermon emphasizes abiding in Christ as essential to fruitful, obedient, sacrificial living.
Luke 24:1-11 - This message centers on the resurrection of Jesus as the foundation of living hope, contrasting it with superficial hopes rooted in money, health, reputation, or religion. It emphasizes that Jesus' empty tomb is a historical fact that transcends cultural shifts and intellectual objections, giving believers unshakable confidence in God's promises.
Luke 24:1-11 - This message centers on the resurrection of Jesus as the foundation of living hope, contrasting it with superficial hopes rooted in money, health, reputation, or religion. It emphasizes that Jesus' empty tomb is a historical fact that transcends cultural shifts and intellectual objections, giving believers unshakable confidence in God's promises.
Exodus 16:4-35 - In this message, we look at the principle of trust—rooted in Sabbath-keeping and daily dependence on God—through the Exodus 16 manna narrative. The contrast between the Israelites' fear-driven grumbling and God's consistent, gracious provision reveals how trust is cultivated through obedience and rest.
Exodus 16:4-35 - In this message, we look at the principle of trust—rooted in Sabbath-keeping and daily dependence on God—through the Exodus 16 manna narrative. The contrast between the Israelites' fear-driven grumbling and God's consistent, gracious provision reveals how trust is cultivated through obedience and rest.
Leviticus 23:1-3 - This message explores God's design for Sabbath as not merely personal rest, but shared rest—a missional practice of inviting and serving others.
Leviticus 23:1-3 - This message explores God's design for Sabbath as not merely personal rest, but shared rest—a missional practice of inviting and serving others.
Exodus 20:8-11 - The sermon centers on Exodus 20:8–11, emphasizing Sabbath not as a burdensome law but a divine gift designed to encourage and refresh us, liberated from the relentless stress of sin and modern life.
Exodus 20:8-11 - The sermon centers on Exodus 20:8–11, emphasizing Sabbath not as a burdensome law but a divine gift designed to encourage and refresh us, liberated from the relentless stress of sin and modern life.
Genesis 2:1-3 - This message explores the biblical principle of rest as established by God in creation. It explains that true rest is more than physical downtime — it is a spiritual posture of trusting God's completeness and ceasing self-driven striving. Rest is presented as a sacred space we are invited to enter at any time, allowing God to restore our lives and free us from the burdens of anxious toil.
Genesis 2:1-3 - This message explores the biblical principle of rest as established by God in creation. It explains that true rest is more than physical downtime — it is a spiritual posture of trusting God's completeness and ceasing self-driven striving. Rest is presented as a sacred space we are invited to enter at any time, allowing God to restore our lives and free us from the burdens of anxious toil.
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