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Success without purpose will still leave you empty. In this deeply personal episode, we explore how surrendering to Christ unlocks real strength, healing, and identity. Pastor Josiah Serra joins us to share his powerful journey from addiction and loneliness to lasting joy and freedom through faith. If you've ever felt like something is still missing, this conversation will open a new path forward.Key Takeaways To Listen ForWhy “follow me” was Jesus' invitation, not a demand to figure it all outWhy surrender is not weakness but the beginning of strengthThe radical difference between plugging into the Source vs. relying on resourcesWhy success without spiritual fulfillment leaves us incompleteHow to begin again when your previous story ends in pain or lossResources Mentioned In This EpisodeEP275: What it Really Means to be Blessed with Joe Thompson and Travis Revelle About Josiah SerraJosiah is a pastor at Crosspoint Church in St. Louis with a powerful story of redemption. After overcoming a serious drug addiction in his early twenties, he now helps others experience real transformation through faith. His ministry is grounded in the belief that Jesus meets us where we are and invites us into a new way of living. With honesty and heart, Josiah challenges cultural norms and shows how the gospel brings lasting purpose and hope. Connect with JosiahEmail: jserra@thecrosspoint.comChurch: crosspoint churchConnect With Us Master your context with real results leadership training!To learn more, visit our website at www.greatsummit.com.For tax, bookkeeping, or accounting help, contact Dr. Nate's team at www.theincometaxcenter.com or send an email to info@theincometaxcenter.com.Follow Dr. Nate on His Social MediaLinkedIn: Nate Salah, Ph.DInstagram: @natesalah Facebook: Nate SalahTikTok: @drnatesalahClubhouse: @natesalah
Jesus Faces a Human Storm | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In week eight of our series on the Gospel of Mark, Pastor Daran shares the story of Levi in Mark 2:13-17. Jesus told Levi to follow Him, as He ate with other tax collectors and sinners. This move may seem surprising, but Jesus doesn't look at our qualifications or experience when looking for those to […] The post Who Can Follow Jesus? | Mark 2:13-17 | Daran Hodges appeared first on Cross Point Church.
When you are afraid | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
God opposes the proud. King Nebuchadnezzar was proud. We often are proud. We have a good Father who always acts on our behalf. His timing and plans are perfect. But, there are times we trust in ourselves rather than in God. Nebuchadnezzar learned the hard way... which no one likes. God is faithful and wants us to trust His timing and plans. Pastor Rick spoke this message at CrossPoint Church.
In week seven of our series through the Gospel of Mark, Pastor James Savage shares the story of a paralyzed man whose friends go to great lengths to bring him to Jesus. However the moment doesn't go as planned. As the story unfurls, we see how Jesus meets our deepest needs, over what we want […] The post What To Do When Life Doesn't Go as Expected? | Mark 2:1–11 | James Savage appeared first on Cross Point Church.
The Kingdom of God is not what you think | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
Shadrach, Meshack and Abednego did not bow to Nebuchadnezzars idol. They trusted God for deliverance from the king whether or not they would be delivered from the furnace... but God did deliver them from the flames. Daniel 3 is about our commitment to knowing and obeying God's Word, about trusting God's timing and plans and about God's presence being enough. Thank you Shadrach, Meshack and Abednego for showing us what is important in life. Pastor Rick shared this message to the CrossPoint Church.
Who's in and Who's out? | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
What to Expect When You Go to the Fields | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In week six of our series on the Gospel of Mark, we see Jesus model what it looks like to slip away to spend time alone with the Father. Pastor Kevin unpacks Mark 1:35 and how the power of prayer in silence and solitude can fuel us just like it did for Jesus. If we […] The post What's the Secret to Living A Life like Jesus? | Mark 1:35-45 | Kevin Queen appeared first on Cross Point Church.
God used Daniel to tell King Nebuchadnezzar his dream and what it meant. Daniel was a hero, but gave God all the credit! We can learn so much from this humble young man who walked with God, prayed and used his gifts to bring God glory. Pastor Rick shared this message with CrossPoint Church
A new MP3 sermon from Heritage Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: 2025 Crosspoint Church Update Speaker: Dafydd Hughes Broadcaster: Heritage Baptist Church Event: Current Events Date: 5/1/2025 Length: 6 min.
In this passage of the Gospel of Mark, we see how Jesus teaches, frees and heals with full authority and full vulnerability. Since the beginning of the world, a battle has waged between good and evil. The grand story of Scripture shows us the reality of that battle, the outcome and our place in it. […] The post Why Healed People Never Stay the Same | Mark 1:21–34 | Kevin Queen appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Daniel determined in his heart to obey God and trusted God to take care of the details. Daniel did not compromise which we often have the tendency to do. Partial obedience is really compromise. Faith in a God who reigns changes the way we live. Pastor Rick taught this text at CrossPoint Church.
Was Jesus a Radical? | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In week four of our series on the Gospel of Mark, Pastor Kevin dives into Mark 1:16–20, a powerful passage where Jesus calls Simon Peter, Andrew, James and John to leave everything behind and follow Him. This moment marks the beginning of their discipleship journey, and reminds us of our own. Following Jesus is how […] The post Mark 1:16-20 | Kevin Queen | Mark – Power & Presence | WEEK FOUR appeared first on Cross Point Church.
In week three of our series on the book of Mark, Pastor Kevin shares another story of baptism. In Mark 1:9-11, Jesus was baptized to identify with us. It's a reminder that He won't ask us to do something He hasn't already done. Just as we use baptism to repent, we also use fasting and […] The post Mark 1:9-15 | Kevin Queen | Mark – Prepare the Way | WEEK THREE appeared first on Cross Point Church.
The Only Way to Fail is to Stop | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In week two of our series on the book of Mark, Pastor Kevin shares the story of John the Baptist on this Baptism Sunday. In Mark 1:4-8, John encourages others to get baptized so they can get ready for Jesus. It's one way Christians can repent and show their obedience to the Lord. Baptism also […] The post Mark 1:4-8 | Kevin Queen | Mark – Prepare the Way | WEEK TWO appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Reaching our Broken World | Jordan Franklin by CrossPoint Church
In week one of our new series on the book of Mark, Annie F. Downs introduces us to the authors of the Gospels – Matthew, Mark, Luke and John. Each one has a different point of view on Jesus' life on Earth. Over this next year, we'll study Mark, which is the second of those […] The post Mark 1:1 | Annie F. Downs | The Gospel of Mark: Prepare the Way | WEEK ONE appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Jesus is the Life of the Party | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
Life, in many ways, is lived between two grips: a newborn grasping their parent's finger and our final moments reaching for the hand of a loved one. What if the scars, the wrinkles, the memories of your hands are telling a bigger story than you realised? And what do ancient prophecies written hundreds of years […] The post How can we find hope to hold on to? | Kevin Queen | Easter 2025 | April 19 & 20 appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Why the Resurrection of Jesus Matters | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In the final week of our “On Map On Mission” series, Pastor Kevin teaches how Jesus' Triumphal Entry in Matthew 21 can actually show us an example of the generosity we are supposed to have in our lives. As we see how Jesus gave the greatest gift of all, it helps us to live with […] The post The Triumphal Entry and Jesus' Generosity | Kevin Queen | On Map On Mission | WEEK 4 | Message appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Jesus & the Outsiders | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
Jesus continues to teach His disciples right up to the cross. In our Scripture, Jesus tells us that loving God changes our giving and our perspective on suffering. He gives examples of sacrificial giving and then warns about staying the course during the tough times disciples will endure before Jesus returns as King. Pastor Rick taught this lesson to CrossPoint Church.
In week three of our “On Map on Mission” series, Pastor James shared scripture from Acts 2, where Jesus used Peter and the disciples to bring thousands of people from all walks of life together to follow Him. If we truly believe Anything's Possible, and our behavior matched our beliefs, imagine the people we could […] The post Practicing What You Preach | James Savage | On Map on Mission | WEEK THREE appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Jesus Tells the World Who He is | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
Time is short for Jesus. He reminds the disciples and shares six truths for them to remember. Jesus wanted the disciples to focus on God's mercy, to submit to the government, to know that heaven and our heavenly bodies will be different, that they are to love God and others well and that they should practice what they preach. Jesus didn't tell them anything new... just reminded them of the important. Pastor Rick preached this message at CrossPoint Church.
In week two of our “On Map on Mission” series, Pastor Kevin gave us an anecdote to picture the people closest to us in our lives – those who would be sitting in the front row if we were to gather everyone in an auditorium. Our “oikos” refers to the people who God has placed […] The post Sharing Jesus With Your Closest Community | Kevin Queen | On Map on Mission | WEEK TWO appeared first on Cross Point Church.
What to bring to Jesus if you're hopeless | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In week one of our new “On Map on Mission” series, Pastor Kevin shares scripture from Matthew 28. The Great Commission tells us to make disciples of all nations. Doing that starts with sharing your love for Christ with those around you. Who are the people God placed in your life who could be your […] The post Building Bridges | Kevin Queen | On Map on Mission | WEEK ONE appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Who's in charge here? | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
Struggling with worry and feeling like you're never enough? This message from CrossPoint Church explores Jesus' teaching on anxiety, found in Matthew 6, and offers a different perspective on life. Discover how to find peace by focusing on what truly matters instead of constantly chasing material things or stressing about tomorrow. Learn practical insights on living with contentment and trusting God's provision for your daily needs.
In week three of “Divine Hospitality” guest speaker, David Nasser, taught us the kind of hospitality that Christians are called to share to the world. Divine hospitality means loving the outsider and making space for the stranger, The end goal of divine hospitality is to seek and save the lost – David shares stories of […] The post Sharing the Gospel | David Nasser | Divine Hospitality | WEEK THREE appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Follow the Leader | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In week two of our Divine Hospitality series, guest speaker David Nasser shares some of the Bible's 59 commands for the Believer about how to approach one another. One of those commands is mentioned in 1 Peter. This Scripture reminds us to “love one another”, even when we don't see eye to eye. How are […] The post Hospitality for One Another | David Nasser | Divine Hospitality | WEEK TWO appeared first on Cross Point Church.
The Pastor and the Flock | Fred Williams by CrossPoint Church
When you think of hospitality, does God come to mind? In our new “Divine Hospitality” series, Pastor Kevin shares how Jesus showed hospitality in John 6. Jesus fed 5,000 people with only five small loaves of bread and two fish. Those people may have been physically hungry, but they were spiritually hungry too. God wants […] The post Feeding Hungry Hearts | Kevin Queen | Divine Hospitality | WEEK ONE appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Why is Jesus good news | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In week four of our “Awaken” series, Pastor Kevin encourages us to not let life pass us by without fully waking up. In John 11, Lazarus has a literal awakening when Jesus raises him from the death to life. This story shows us that God allows painful events to let others see His glory. Where […] The post The Wake Up List | Kevin Queen | Awaken | WEEK FOUR appeared first on Cross Point Church.
Jesus is Good News | Bruce Garner by CrossPoint Church
In week three of our “Awaken” series, Pastor Kevin shares the story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman at a well in John 4. Jesus knew her sins and could satisfy her thirsty heart more than the water she was trying to get – the kind of water He offers is living water, that doesn't […] The post Only Jesus Satisfies Thirsty Hearts | Kevin Queen | Awaken | WEEK THREE appeared first on Cross Point Church.
In week two of our “Awaken” series, Pastor James shares the story of the woman who was desperate for a miracle in Luke 8:42. After bleeding for 12 years, she knew that no one but Jesus could heal her. This passage shows us there is no shame in reaching out to Jesus for help. Do […] The post Praying for a Miracle | James Savage | Awaken | WEEK TWO appeared first on Cross Point Church.
In week one of our new Awaken series, Pastor Kevin shares Nathanial's story from the book of John. We may be physically awake, but we can still fall asleep spiritually. The good news is that God will use circumstances to wake us up. Other people, His Word and prayer can help too. How can you […] The post Encountering Jesus | Kevin Queen | Awaken | WEEK ONE appeared first on Cross Point Church.
In the last week of our “Momentum” series, Pastor Kevin shares how God called Moses to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. It's a reminder that no matter how big the call, God has prepared you for it. What has God called you to do? The post Embracing God's Calling | Kevin Queen | Momentum | WEEK FOUR appeared first on Cross Point Church.
It week three of our “Momentum” series, Annie F. Downs shares how Moses had an encounter with God in Acts 7. It's a reminder that experiencing God makes everything better. We should always say “yes” to God when He is moving through our lives. The post Encountering God | Annie F. Downs | Momentum | WEEK THREE appeared first on Cross Point Church.