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When Christians Stop Growing

The longer we have received God’s truth, the greater our responsibility to understand it, obey it, and grow through it. An interactive study of Hebrews 5:11–14, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Jesus: The Priest Who Learned Obedience

Jesus is our superior High Priest because He was appointed by God, entered fully into our humanity, learned obedience through suffering, was raised out of death, and was appointed the eternal Priest-King after the order of Melchizedek; therefore, we can trust Him in our suffering, come boldly to God through Him, and faithfully follow Him toward the kingdom. An interactive study of Hebrews 5:1–10, from the series Jesus Is Better.

The Word, the Priest, and the Rest

Because God’s living Word searches our hearts and our great High Priest understands our weaknesses, we can hold firmly to Christ and confidently approach God’s throne of grace. And because God’s promised rest still awaits us, we must persevere in faith and not fall away through unbelief. An interactive study of Hebrews 4:12–16, from the series Jesus Is Better.

There Remains a Rest

Because eternal life is a free gift received by faith in Christ, we can rest in His finished work; yet because a future kingdom rest remains, we are called to persevere in faith, obedience, and endurance so that we may inherit the coming kingdom reward. An interactive study of Hebrews 4, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Persevere to the Kingdom

Those who have been saved by God’s grace are called to persevere in faith and faithfulness, refusing to harden their hearts, because faithful endurance leads toward participation in Christ’s coming kingdom and His promised reward. An interactive study of Hebrews 3:7–19, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Consider Jesus

Jesus is our Apostle and High Priest, perfectly faithful, the Son over God’s house, building a people for Himself, and worth holding fast to. An interactive study of Hebrews 3:1-6, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Seven Reasons Jesus Became Human

Seven reasons the Son of God took on flesh: He goes before us, brings us into the Father’s family, destroys death, frees the captives, keeps God’s promises, atones for our sins, and helps the helpless. An interactive study of Hebrews 2:10-18, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Jesus, the Man Who Became King

Jesus became lower than the angels, entered our suffering, and tasted death so that He could fulfill God’s purpose for humanity and bring us into His glory. An interactive study of Hebrews 2:5-9, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Do Not Drift from Christ

Because Jesus is God’s final and superior revelation, we must give earnest attention to Him, refuse to drift away, and respond to the great salvation He provides. An interactive study of Hebrews 2:1-4, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Jesus: Better than Angels

Jesus Christ is infinitely superior to the angels because He is the eternal Son of God, the promised Messiah, the One worthy of worship, the sovereign King, the eternal Creator, and the victorious Lord. An interactive study of Hebrews 1:4-14, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Jesus: God’s Final Word

God has spoken fully and finally through His Son. An interactive study of Hebrews 1:1-3, from the series Jesus Is Better.

Ministering with a Ready Mind

Christ cares for His church and calls His servants to shepherd and serve His people with humility, willingness, and faithfulness. An interactive study of 1 Peter 5:1-5.

The Ministry and Reward of Faithful Deacons

Faithful service brings spiritual influence today and eternal reward from God. An interactive study of 1 Timothy 3:11-13.

The Character of a Deacon

God is more concerned with the character of His servants than the competency of His servants. Character is the foundation upon which all Christian service is built. An interactive study of 1 Timothy 3:8-10.

Deacons Are the Lead Servants of the Church

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The Character of Christlike Elders

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The Character of Elders

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A Noble Work

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Christ’s Design for Church Leadership

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Living as Faithful Stewards Every Day

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The Heart Behind the Money

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Abilities for Eternal Impact

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God Are Given to Serve

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God Gives the Gifts

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Living with Eternity in View

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The Son Provided: From Isaac to Christ 

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God Owns Time

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Everything You Have Is a Trust

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From Owner to Steward

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Worship Begins with Surrender

Worship Begins With Surrender Romans 12:1 | Proverbs 3:9 The Big Idea True worship happens when we surrender our lives to God and honor Him as the [Owner] of everything we are and everything we have. 1 Redefining [Worship] Worship does not begin with melody; it begins with [surrender]. Stewardship is worship. 2 Surrender Your […]

You Brought Nothing, You Take Nothing

Interactive Canvas You Brought Nothing, You Take Nothing Auto-Saved 🔒 Local Privacy Encrypted Primary Scripture READ 1 TIMOTHY 6 → I. We Enter This World [Empty-Handed] (1 Timothy 6:7) Everything we have is a [gift], not a possession. Genesis 2:7 – Created, Not [Self-Existent] The Illusion of [Self-Made] Identity (Psalm 100:3) Life as [Borrowed] Capital […]

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Interactive Canvas v3.8.3 You Brought Nothing, You Take Nothing 1 Timothy 6:7 | Ecclesiastes 5:15 1 We Enter This World [Empty-Handed] 1 Timothy 6:7 [Created], Not Self-ExistentGenesis 2:7 The Confession of Job The Illusion of Self-Made IdentityPsalm 100:3 The Equality of Birth Life as [Gift], Not Possession 2 We Leave This World the [Same Way] […]

The Myth of Ownership: Having Does Not Equal Owning

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God Is the Owner, Not the Assistant

Sermon Series: Stewardship Ownership Begins with God The Big Idea Ownership begins with God, not us. 📖 Psalm 24:1 📖 Haggai 2:8 I. God Owns Everything: We Own Nothing The Scope of Divine Ownership: Creation establishes God as the primary owner. (Ps 24:1) Occupants, Not Owners: We live in a world that belongs to another. […]

Discipleship: Sent into the Harvest

Glorifying God in the Church by Serving One Another

The Process of Spiritual Growth

Worship: Living for God’s Glory

The Greatest Gift Ever Given: God’s Love

A Lasting Peace

Pursue Godliness, Not Riches

Honoring Elders

We are Family

Seven Pursuits of a Godly Life

The Antidote to Apostasy

The Church of the Living God

Qualifications for Deacons

Qualifications for Elders

I. Aspiring to the office of an elder is a good work II. The Public Character of an Elder I Timothy 3:2-3 III. The Private Test of an Elder I Timothy 3:4-5 IV. The Maturity and Reputation of an Elder I Timothy 3:6-7 V. Reasons why I believe The Crossing needs to move to a […]

God’s Design for Men and Women

I. The Godly Role of Men: Prayer and Peace I Timothy 2:8 II. The Godly Role of Women: Modesty and Good Works I Timothy 2:9-10 III. The Godly Posture for Women: Learning and Submission I Timothy 2:11-12 IV. The Creational Rationale: Adam and Eve I Timothy 2:13-14 V. The Gospels Promise: Salvation and Calling I […]

A Praying Church

I Timothy 2:1-7 I. The Priority of Prayer I Timothy 2:1 II. Prayer Advances the Gospel I Timothy 2:2 III. Pray for Everyone because the Gospel is for All I Timothy 2:3-4 IV. Prayer is the ultimate form of submission to a sovereign God I Timothy 2:5-6 V. Praying for all people is a fulfillment […]

The Impact of the Gospel

1 Timothy 1:12-20 I. We are to be thankful for God’s grace and the power of the Gospel I Timothy 1:12 II. Before Jesus, we were enemies of God I Timothy 1:13a III. Jesus came into the world to save sinners I Timothy 1:13-16 IV. The grace of God continues, so we must protect the […]

Truth is not Negotiable

1 Timothy 1:1-11 I. Have confidence in your salvation (vv.1-2) II. Godly teaching is motivated by love (vv.5-7) III. We are to use the law properly (vv.8-11)

Commands for a Responsible Church

Philippians 4:1-9 I. Be Resolute Philippians 4:1 II. Be Peacemakers Philippians 4:2 III. Be Encouragers/Equippers Philippians 4:3 IV. Be Joyful Philippians 4:4 V. Be Gentle Philippians 4:5 VI. Be Calm/Confident Philippians 4:6-7 VII. Be Intentional/Focused Philippians 4:8 VIII. Obedient/Practical Philippians 4:9

Faithfulness of God

I. The Portrait of God’s Faithfulness II. The Scope of God’s Faithfulness III. Mercy is God’s Restraint toward the Guilty Hebrews 10:23, 2 Corinthians 1:20

God is Merciful

I. Mercy Explained II. Mercy is God’s Comfort for the Desolate Luke 10:30-37, Psalm 136:10-23. Ephesians 2:4-5, Titus 3:5, Psalm 103:1-7 III. Mercy is God’s Restraint toward the Guilty Psalm 103:8-12 IV. Mercy is God’s Demand for the Believer Matthew 18:23-33, Micah 6:8, James 3:17

God is Just

Deuteronomy 32 The Definition of God’s Justice Deuteronomy 32:4, Zephaniah 3:5, Ezra 3:5. Daniel 9:14 The Demand of God’s Justice Romans 3:24-26, Romans 8:1 The Delivery of God’s Justice

God is Omnipresent

Psalm 139 The Explanation of God’s Omnipresence (vs. 7) The Extent of God’s Omnipresence (vv. 8-12) The Effect of God’s Omnipresence

God is Omniscient

Psalm 139

God is Sovereign

God is so Good

Psalm 119

God is Love

Hosea

God is Spirit

God is Forgiving

The Grace, Gospel and Glory of God

ROMANS 16

Wolves and Doctrine

ROMANS 16

Unity in Community

ROMANS 16

A Discipleship Strategy

ROMANS 15

Unity in the Body: Accept Each Other

ROMANS 15

Desperately Searching for Jesus

MATTHEW 28

Unity in the Body

Pursue Peace ROMANS 14

Unity in the Body

When Christians Disagree ROMANS 14

Walking in Love and Light

ROMANS 13

The Christian and Government

ROMANS 13

Genuine Love

ROMANS 12

Using our Spiritual Gifts

ROMANS 12 Purpose: To motivate us to recognize and use the spiritual gifts that God has given to us

Exhortation to Worship

ROMANS 12

Mystery and Majesty

ROMANS 11

Grafted by Faith

ROMANS 11

Chosen by Grace

ROMANS 11

The Sovereignty of God and Our Responsibility

ROMANS 10:14-21

The Only Way

ROMANS 9:30-10:15

The Mercy and Sovereignty of God

ROMANS 9:14-29

It’s All About God’s Promises and His Sovereign Grace

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The Purpose of The Crossing

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The Basics of our Identity

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The Greatest News in the World

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The Basics of a Disciple

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Should Christians Tithe?

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The Heart of a Healthy Church

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The Church Jesus Builds

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God is for Us

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Our Hope in Suffering

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Led by the Spirit

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Life in the Spirit

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The Struggle

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The Beauty of the Law and Wretchedness of Sin

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Dead or Alive

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Whose Servant are You?

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A Life and Death Decision?

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Death through Adam and Life in Christ

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The Benefits of Faith

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Justification by Faith

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The Solution

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The Indictment

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False Hope

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When God Gives Up

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Romans 1:1-17

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Swearing Praying and Restoring

James: Faith in Action

The Judgement of the Wicked and the Hope of the Faithful

James: Faith in Action

A Pride Problem

James: Faith in Action

The War Within

James: Faith in Action

Two Kinds of Wisdom

James: Faith in Action

Taming the Tongue

James: Faith in Action

Is Your Faith Dead?

James: Faith in Action

Favoritism in the Church

James: Faith in Action

Less Talking and More Doing

James: Faith in Action

The War Against Temptation

James: Faith in Action

A Biblical Perspective on Life

James: Faith in Action

The Empty Tomb

The Road to the Cross

Sayings from the Cross

The Road to the Cross

Prayer in the Garden

The Road to the Cross

Luke 19

The Road to the Cross

Genesis 3

The Road to the Cross

The Unhindered Story

Acts 25-28

Engaging Our Culture

Acts 17

The Power of a Praying Church

Acts 12

Breaking Down Barriers

Acts 10

A Transformed Life

Acts 9

When God Opens the Door

Acts 8:26-40

Church on Mission

Acts 8:1-25

Speaking the Truth

Acts 7