Crosstowne Church - Sermons

About Crosstowne Church - Sermons

Becoming Learners, Lovers + Leaders with Jesus Christ and the world around us.

Publisher

Crosstowne Church

Category

religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

8 Apr 2019

Latest episode

1 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

351 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Nov 2026

   Does God Care About My Suffering? Finding Hope When Life Gets Hard

   Where is God in the midst of your suffering? In this powerful message from our Rooted series at Crosstowne Church, we explore how to find hope, trust, and faith when life doesn't go according to plan. Through Scripture, including Romans 5, Daniel 3, Matthew 26, and 1 Peter 5, we discover that suffering is not evidence of God's absence or lack of love. Instead, God promises to walk with us through our hardest seasons, using our trials to develop endurance, build Christlike character, and produce lasting hope. Through the example of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, we learn what it means to have double-fisted faith: trusting that God can deliver us while choosing to worship Him even if He doesn't. We are challenged to surrender control, cast our anxieties on God, lean into Christ-centered community, and fix our eyes on Jesus. God's plan isn't simply to remove all our suffering, but to use it to make us more like His Son. No matter what you're facing, you are not alone. God sees you, He cares for you, and He is worthy of your trust even when you don't understand His ways. For more information and resources, visit https://www.crosstownechurch.com/. (http://www.crosstownechurch.com)

2. 

   25 Oct 2026

   The Bible Is Not The Destination, You May Be Reading It Wrong

   In this powerful message from Crosstowne Church’s Rooted sermon series, Pastor Paul explores how to read the Bible with the right purpose: not simply to gain biblical knowledge or complete a daily reading plan, but to grow in a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Using the analogy of America’s interstate highway system, he explains that Scripture is the map, but Jesus is the destination. The Bible reveals God’s character, corrects our misconceptions, and guides us toward the truth, but religious practices like Bible study, church attendance, serving, and communion are not substitutes for genuinely knowing Christ. Drawing from John 5:39, John 17:3, Psalm 119:105, and Philippians 3:8–9, Pastor Paul challenges believers to move beyond religious routines and pursue an ongoing, personal relationship with God. Whether you struggle with reading the Bible, have become comfortable in your spiritual habits, or have experienced hurt from the church, this message invites you to rediscover the purpose of Scripture and encounter Jesus in a deeper way. Don't just read more of the Bible—read it better. Read to know Jesus. For more information and resources, visit https://www.crosstownechurch.com/. (http://www.crosstownechurch.com)

3. 

   18 Oct 2026

   How the Holy Spirit Transforms Your Life: From Glory to Glory

   What does it mean to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus? In this message from our Rooted series, we explore the transforming power of the Holy Spirit and how God moves us from glory to glory as we become more rooted and grounded in His love. Through John 14–16, 2 Corinthians 3, 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 8, and Ephesians 3, we discover how the Holy Spirit works in our lives by giving us godly wisdom, developing the fruit of the Spirit, equipping us with spiritual gifts, empowering us to experience new life in Christ, and strengthening us through life’s challenges. Following Jesus is more than a one-time decision—it’s a lifelong journey of spiritual growth and transformation. As the Holy Spirit works within us, the truth of Jesus becomes increasingly evident in how we think, love, serve, and respond to the world around us. Join us as we discover what it means to be rooted in Christ and reflect His glory in everyday life. For more information and resources, visit https://www.crosstownechurch.com/. (http://www.crosstownechurch.com)

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