The Crossing - Sermons

When life gets hard, do you spiral? Do you ever question God? Hear from Keith as he unpacks the events of Mark 4:35-41 and how they changed Peter's life forever. This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark. Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it's clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever. Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.  Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

How you see Jesus matters. Join Kyle Richter as he teaches from Mark 2:1-12 and reminds us that how we see Jesus will determine whether we respond to him in faith or not. This sermon is part of our summer sermon series through Mark. Who is Jesus, really? And what did he come to do? The Gospel of Mark reveals surprising answers to these questions. But it's clear that, when we encounter the real Jesus, our lives will change forever. Want to get even more out of your time in Mark? Download a free Bible study from The Crossing.  Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Who was Jesus, and what did he come to do? Hear from Keith as he teaches from Mark 1:1, 14-15, uncovers the answers to these questions, and shows what the answers mean for your life. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

The Crossing is 25 years old! Join Dave and Keith for a special sermon reflecting on and rejoicing in the work God has done over the last 25 years. Over the years, God has been faithful. Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

What do you have in common with everyone around you? You're insecure. Hear as Dave Cover teaches from Genesis 3:1-13 , revealing why our insecurity stems all the way back to the garden and an inner belief that God isn't trustworthy. The Crossing is celebrating 25 years together. Over the years, God has been faithful. Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Where are you storing up treasure? Looking at Matthew 6:19-21, Keith teaches on Jesus's reminder to store up treasure where it matters most. This sermon is part of our “Giving, Greed, and God” sermon series. Jesus spoke about no topic more than money. Why? Because how we deal with our money reveals what we love most. And scripture is clear that when our hearts treasure God, we give. Explore what the Bible has to say about giving generously and the difference it can make in your life.  Wondering how you can participate in the work God is doing through The Crossing by giving generously? Find out here. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Why does God tell us to tithe? What is the purpose behind giving? Dave explores these questions and reminds us that giving is about more than finances. This sermon is part of our “Giving, Greed, and God” sermon series. Jesus spoke about no topic more than money. Why? Because how we deal with our money reveals what we love most. And scripture is clear that when our hearts treasure God, we give. Explore what the Bible has to say about giving generously and the difference it can make in your life.  Wondering how you can participate in the work God is doing through The Crossing by giving generously? Find out here. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Do you see yourself as an owner or a steward? Hear from Keith as he teaches from Matthew 25:21 and uncovers how acknowledging God's ownership matters. This sermon is part of our “Giving, Greed, and God” sermon series. Jesus spoke about no topic more than money. Why? Because how we deal with our money reveals what we love most. And scripture is clear that when our hearts treasure God, we give. Explore what the Bible has to say about giving generously and the difference it can make in your life.  Wondering how you can participate in the work God is doing through The Crossing by giving generously? Find out here. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Did you know there is a strong foundation of historical evidence for the resurrection? Hear from Dave Cover, who shares five undisputed facts about the resurrection that strengthen his belief. The Crossing is celebrating 25 years together. Over the years, God has been faithful.  Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

God's plan doesn't involve all new things, but making all things new. Keith looks at Revelation 21:1-5, uncovering the difference and showing how following a God with resurrection plans is good news. The Crossing is celebrating 25 years together. Over the years, God has been faithful. Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

What does Good Friday mean to you? Hear from Patrick Miller as he explains the life-changing reality of the cross found in Jesus's last words. The Crossing is celebrating 25 years together. Over the years, God has been faithful. Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

You were made with a purpose. In this sermon from Matthew 6:10, Dave explores the implicit calling of every human and how to pray in alignment with that calling. The Crossing is celebrating 25 years together. Over the years, God has been faithful. Hear the encouraging stories of members of our community whose lives have been changed through the work God is doing. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

How often do you pray for your friends? Do you pray for their spiritual health? Keith challenges you to think about how and what to pray for others in this sermon from Mark 2:1-5. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Dave Cover teaches from Psalm 46:10 on meditation and drawing near to God through stillness. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Do you like having it your way? Jeff Parrett examines the meaning behind praying in Jesus's name and how it teaches Christians to live for God's glory and not their own. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

What do you want most? Whatever comes to mind, deep down, most of us are searching for happiness. Kyle explores 1 Kings 3:1-9 and challenges you to recognize that the path to happiness is only found in wisdom. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Experts say practicing gratitude is good for you. They weren't the first to say so. Hear from Keith as he unpacks Luke 17:11-19 and shows you that Jesus long taught about the power of gratitude. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Why does God need praise? Is he conceited? Dave walks through Matthew 6:9 and explains why you should be adding praise to your prayer. HINT: it isn't because God needs an ego boost. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

When was the last time you confessed your sins? Take a look at Psalm 51 with Keith and explore how participating in confession can open your pathway to deeper relationship with God. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

When God is silent, it can be confusing and painful. Dave explores Matthew 26:36-46 uncovering how you can have faith in the midst of unanswered prayer.   This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.  God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Ever wonder, "Why pray when God already has a plan?" You're not alone. Using scriptural examples of prayer from Isaiah 37, Keith answers that question and explains why your prayers matter.  This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Prayer can be daunting. Walk through the Lord's Prayer with Dave Cover and uncover the way that Jesus teaches how to pray. This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.  God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Does God really want you to pray 24/7? Hear from Keith as he kicks off a new sermon series on 1 Thessalonians 5:17 and teaches what it really looks like to pray without ceasing.  This sermon is part of our "Without Ceasing" sermon series.    God wants a deeper relationship with you. And he's inviting you to "pray without ceasing" so that you can experience this relationship more fully (1 Thessalonians 5:17). But what does this look practically? Explore common questions about prayer and learn to respond to God's invitation to a deeper relationship with him.  Want to pray more? Download the Without Ceasing Prayer Journal to deepen your relationship with God through prayer over the next eight weeks. Download your free PDF. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

In a world full of choices, what are you chasing after? Dave preaches from Psalm 63:1 and unpacks why we can't seem to find happiness chasing after all the world has to offer. This sermon is part of our "Hungry for More" mini-sermon series. The new year is the perfect time to figure out what sort of person you want to become and make tangible changes to help you get there. So, what are you hungry for? What will give your life meaning in 2025? Explore your answer and find a place to belong at The Crossing. Ready to find your place? Check out events and opportunities to connect and serve at The Crossing. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Distractions are dangerous. Especially when they keep you from what you were made for. Hear from Keith as he walks through 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 to uncover the value and purpose that God has placed on your life. This sermon is part of our "Hungry for More" mini-sermon series. The new year is the perfect time to figure out what sort of person you want to become and make tangible changes to help you get there. So, what are you hungry for? What will give your life meaning in 2025? Explore your answer and find a place to belong at The Crossing. Ready to find your place? Check out events and opportunities to connect and serve at The Crossing. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Everyone wants to be an insider. At the gym, the salon, or in a friend group. Being on the inside is comfortable. But what if the only way to find real joy is to live as an outsider? Hear from Patrick as he challenges you to see God's call to live as an outsider as the best gift you've ever been given. Want to make Jesus more in your life in 2025? Grow in your faith by growing in your knowledge of the Bible. Join Ten Minute Bible Talks in studying the Old Testament. You'll be able to read a passage from the Historical Books every weekday and then listen to a short devotional podcast to help you apply what you read to your life. Find out more! Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Every day, you project a particular image of yourself to the world. Using masks to hide shame and sin. What if God wanted to free you from the charade? Would you let him? Patrick walks through John 4:1-38 showing the beauty in Jesus's desire to remove your mask and love you deeply for who you are.  Want to make Jesus more in your life in 2025? Grow in your faith by growing in your knowledge of the Bible. Join Ten Minute Bible Talks in studying the Old Testament. You'll be able to read a passage from the Historical Books every weekday and then listen to a short devotional podcast to help you apply what you read to your life. Find out more! Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Dave Cover preaches from Galatians 4:4 on the enduring impact of Jesus's life and resurrection. This is the Christmas Eve sermon from The Crossing in Columbia, MO. Want to make Jesus more in your life in 2025? Grow in your faith by growing in your knowledge of the Bible. Join Ten Minute Bible Talks in studying the Old Testament. You'll be able to read a passage from the Historical Books every weekday and then listen to a short devotional podcast to help you apply what you read to your life. Find out more! Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website.

When life circumstances make it hard to feel like celebrating, Keith Simon reminds us the Christmas story is a reminder that God is with us in our joy and in our pain as he preaches from Matthew 2:13-23. This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it's an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus's return, when he will make all things new. Don't let the busy holiday season make you miss the impact this time of year can have on your faith. Join us for our Christmas Eve service on December 24 at TIMES. And explore ColumbiaChristmas.com for more information about our Christmas services as well as original content from The Crossing to help you prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus this year. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website.

Has the Christmas story become mundane to you? Rediscover the Magic behind the Magi and tap back into the awe of the Christmas story through Dave's sermon from Matthew 2:1-12. This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it's an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus's return, when he will make all things new. Don't let the busy holiday season make you miss the impact this time of year can have on your faith. Join us for our Christmas Eve service on December 24 at TIMES.  And explore ColumbiaChristmas.com for more information about our Christmas services as well as original content from The Crossing to help you prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus this year.  Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Have you ever considered the Christmas story from Joseph's point of view? Dave teaches from Matthew 1:18-25 and explores what Joseph's part in the story has to teach you.  This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it's an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus's return, when he will make all things new. Don't let the busy holiday season make you miss the impact this time of year can have on your faith. Join us for our Christmas Eve service on December 24 at TIMES.  And explore ColumbiaChristmas.com for more information about our Christmas services as well as original content from The Crossing to help you prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus this year.  Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Jesus' genealogy is full of people, you might never expect. Hear as Keith explores Matthew 1:1-17 and reveals what we can learn about Jesus through his dysfunctional family. This sermon is part of our 2024 Advent sermon series. Advent is a time to reflect on how good God is for sending his Son into the world to rescue his people. And it's an opportunity to think about how much you long for Jesus's return, when he will make all things new. Don't let the busy holiday season make you miss the impact this time of year can have on your faith. Join us for our Christmas Eve service on December 24 at TIMES.  And explore ColumbiaChristmas.com for more information about our Christmas services as well as original content from The Crossing to help you prepare your heart to celebrate Jesus this year.  Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

What if one of the Bible's most famous verses was actually one of the most misused and misunderstood verses? Keith explores the context surrounding Philippians 4:13, revealing the true meaning behind one of the Bible's greatest hits. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Are you looking for peace in the wrong places? Dave explores Paul's command from Philippians 4:4-9 to rejoice always, explaining how the true peace of God exists outside of your circumstances.  This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Living in community can be messy. Hear from Keith as he uses Philippians 4:1-3 to understand how to navigate conflict faithfully. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Are your loyalties to a political party or to King Jesus? Keith explores Paul's challenge in Philippians 3:17-20 and encourages believers to approach politics with open hands. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

What's the one thing you want more than anything else in your life? Happiness, comfort, or money? Paul says as believers, it should be Jesus. Hear from Keith as he dives into Philippians 3:12-16 and challenges you to seek after Jesus with every new day. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

There are so many things you could build your life around: money, family, success, personality, and work. Compared to Christ, Paul says those things are worthless. Hear from Dave as he teaches from Philippians 3:7-11 and explains the reason behind Paul's severe language. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Are you a joyful person? Making joy a personality trait rather than a fleeting feeling is not easy. Hear from Keith Simon as he preaches from Philippians 2:12-13 and unpacks the foundational ways you can find lasting joy. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

We all have a "way of life." The question is: is yours making your life better or worse? Dave unpacks Philippians 2:1-11 and explores the radical beauty of the cross-shaped way of life that Jesus lived. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

"Gospel" is a religious word, but it hasn't always been that way. Hear from Dave as he unpacks Philippians 1:27-30 and reveals the radical challenge that Paul gives to early Christians when he tells them to live in step with the gospel of Christ. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website.

Have you ever wondered what's the secret to feeling joy and peace in your life? In this sermon, Keith reveals how Philippians 1:12-26 shows us the way to a joyful life. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus. How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Extend your Sunday morning worship by praying through Philippians all week. Download Simple Prayers from Philippians, a book of guided prayers to accompany the fall 2024 sermon series. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Dave Cover kicks off the new fall sermon series through the book of Philippians. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Philippians: Experiencing Joy and Peace in Jesus.   How do we find the encouragement and strength to keep going in our faith, even when life is hard? Jesus is the key. Because of him, we can experience a life with God that surpasses all understanding, no matter what circumstances come our way. Find out how you can access the joy and peace Jesus offers as we explore Philippians this fall. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website.

Guest Speaker Jackie Hill Perry challenged us to see the goodness of God's holiness by examining Isaiah 6. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Keith Simon continues speaking on The Crossing's special focus on prayer this fall. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

How can our church stay focused on what's most important? By committing to the Bible's command in 1 Thessalonians 5:16 — Pray without ceasing. In this sermon, Keith introduces The Crossing's special focus on prayer this fall. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Dave Cover wraps up our sermon series on Luke, taking us back to Luke 1:3-4 and reminding us of the life-changing reality of the gospels. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Luke: Unreasonable Hospitality. With every act and word of his ministry on earth, Jesus answers the question: Who is Jesus? Through the Gospel of Luke, Jesus shows you unreasonable hospitality by inviting you into the adventure of discovering who he is and what he means to you. We get to follow this example: extending to others the unexpected love and unreasonable hospitality God offers us. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Shay Roush teaches from Luke 24:36-53 sharing the importance of the reality of Jesus's resurrection. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Luke: Unreasonable Hospitality. With every act and word of his ministry on earth, Jesus answers the question: Who is Jesus? Through the Gospel of Luke, Jesus shows you unreasonable hospitality by inviting you into the adventure of discovering who he is and what he means to you. We get to follow this example: extending to others the unexpected love and unreasonable hospitality God offers us. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website. 

Kyle Richter preaches from Luke 23:26-56 showing us how Jesus ultimately won our salvation through humbly losing his life on the cross. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Luke: Unreasonable Hospitality.   With every act and word of his ministry on earth, Jesus answers the question: Who is Jesus? Through the Gospel of Luke, Jesus shows you unreasonable hospitality by inviting you into the adventure of discovering who he is and what he means to you. We get to follow this example: extending to others the unexpected love and unreasonable hospitality God offers us. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website.

Patrick Miller uses Luke 23 to challenge a way of viewing Jesus that has plagued people since the first century. He asks the question: Is Christianity a cruise ship or a battleship? A country club or a kingdom colony? Jesus doesn't want to be the mascot of a social club, he wants be the king of kingdom on mission. It's time to stop being fans and start being followers of Jesus. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Luke: Unreasonable Hospitality. With every act and word of his ministry on earth, Jesus answers the question: Who is Jesus? Through the Gospel of Luke, Jesus shows you unreasonable hospitality by inviting you into the adventure of discovering who he is and what he means to you. We get to follow this example: extending to others the unexpected love and unreasonable hospitality God offers us. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website.

Jeff Parrett preaches from Luke 22:31-62 about what happens when we deny Jesus. This sermon is part of our 2024 sermon series, Luke: Unreasonable Hospitality.   With every act and word of his ministry on earth, Jesus answers the question: Who is Jesus? Through the Gospel of Luke, Jesus shows you unreasonable hospitality by inviting you into the adventure of discovering who he is and what he means to you. We get to follow this example: extending to others the unexpected love and unreasonable hospitality God offers us. Interested in more content like this? Sign up for our weekly email newsletter. Every Friday, you'll get new resources to help you grow in your faith and a first look at what to expect on Sunday, delivered right to your inbox. Get connected at The Crossing! When you sign up for Crossing Update, you'll get a text message every Sunday morning with the new ways to get involved at the church. You can also find the latest information about events on The Crossing's website.