Hebrews 1:1-3 - Jesus Is Greater
December 01, 2019 - 09:16 AM Filed in: Christmas from Hebrews
In C.S. Lewis' novel, Prince Caspian, there is a famous scene where Lucy rushes to Aslan the lion, falls between his front paws and buries her face in his mane. Aslan the lion represents Jesus. When Lucy is resting in his mane, she says these famous words. "Your bigger!", says Lucy. Aslan says, "That is because you are older, little one… every year you grow, you will find me bigger." C.S. Lewis' point is the more we grow in Christ, the bigger Christ becomes. In the first message of this Christmas series, we study the opening verses of the book of Hebrews to help us see that Jesus is greater and bigger than we can comprehend.
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Mark 8:34-9:1 - How Do I Become A Christian?
September 22, 2019 - 08:00 PM Filed in: Gospel of Mark
If someone was to ask you what they needed to do to become a Christian, what would you say? Across the country pastors are inviting people to become Christians, but how do we know they are giving the right invitation? In this message, we look at the original gospel invitation given us by Jesus. Surprisingly, most of today's gospel invitations do not look anything like the original one given us by Jesus.
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Mark 6:45-56 - Jesus Walks On Water
April 14, 2019 - 09:43 AM Filed in: Gospel of Mark
Many who live on the coast enjoy surfing the waves. Many of us forget Jesus was also a surfer, but he didn't need a board! As we continue our study in the Gospel of Mark, Jesus reveals more of his glory and love for the apostles as he comes to their rescue walking on top of the waves in a storm.
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Mark 3:7-19 - Twelve Ordinary Men
January 13, 2019 - 09:36 AM Filed in: Gospel of Mark
Many of us live under pressure. All day we are bombarded by texts, emails, and phone calls that demand out attention. Jesus understands a demanding schedule. As we continue in the Mark, we get a glimpse into the kind of pressure Jesus faced on a daily basis and why he chose twelve ordinary men to help him.
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Ephesians 2:1-10 - The Best Christmas Gift
December 09, 2018 - 11:31 AM Filed in: The Gift Of The Son
What is the best Christmas you ever received? Was it a car? A favorite toy when you were a child? Was it the gift of your family being together? As we continue our study in Ephesians, we find why Jesus is the all-time best Christmas gift.
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Why is the Crucifixion Of Jesus Good News?
March 25, 2018 - 02:40 PM Filed in: Easter
Jesus died one of the most barbaric deaths invented by man. In this message, we explore the physical horrors of Jesus' death plus the personal horrors faced by Jesus when he became sin to die for us. We conclude by looking at the greatness of what Jesus achieved when he conquered Satan, sin and death.
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Malachi 2:17-3:6 - Where Is The God Of Justice?
February 25, 2018 - 01:05 PM Filed in: Malachi
On February 14, 2018, Nikolas Cruz stepped into Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Using an assault rifle, he massacred 14 children. If God could have stopped this massacre, why didn't he do something? Why does he let good people suffer while those who are evil often succeed in their plans? As we continue our study in Malachi, God tells us where we can go to find the God of justice.
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Colossians 2:6-15 - Why Is Jesus All I Need?
November 05, 2017 - 10:33 AM Filed in: Colossians
Where do you find your sense of self-worth? For most of us, it is in our work. For stay-at-home mom's, their identity is usually found in being a mother. If you are in high school, your identity is often found in your sport or the instrument you plan in the band. The problem is, when what we do is taken away from us, it crushes our understanding of who we are. In Colossians, Paul shows us how our identity doesn't come from what we do but what God has done for us through Jesus. This is the key to overcoming our depression and sagging self-worth.
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Colossians 1:15-23 - Who Is Jesus?
October 22, 2017 - 05:01 PM Filed in: Colossians
Jesus asked his disciples the most important question in the history of the world. Who do you say I am? Today, there is no shortage of answers. Jehovah's Witnesses claim Jesus is the archangel Michael and the first created being. Mormons say he is the half-brother of Lucifer and we can become like him. Islam claims his is a good prophet, but inferior to Mohammed. Hindus claim he is a holy man. In this study we learn what the Bible says is the true identity of Jesus and why understanding his true identity changes your life.
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Colossians 1:1-2 - Introducton to Colossians
October 08, 2017 - 03:26 PM Filed in: Colossians
Welcome to the book of Colossians! There is probably no more Christ-exalting book in the Bible. Join us as we learn the background of the book and how Christ changes everything about our identity.
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Luke 24:13-35 - How Can I Know Jesus Is Alive?
April 16, 2017 - 11:34 AM Filed in: Easter
As we focus on our CrossWinds church emphasis of Generous Living, this week we take a look at the parable of the Good Samaritan and discover that generous love for other is essential if we have experienced the generous love of Jesus. I apologize for the poor audio quality and off-center camera angle in the video.
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1 Timothy 1:1-11 - Don't Take Your Eyes Off Jesus
February 05, 2017 - 04:56 PM Filed in: 1 Timothy
What is the latest popular Christian book you read? Was it The Four Blood Moons? Was it Heaven is For Real by Todd Burpo? While these types of books are engaging, they lead us toward speculation instead of Jesus. In the opening verses of Paul's letter to Timothy, he warns Timothy—and us—about the danger of becoming captivated by theological fantasies and being distracted from Jesus.
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Christmas Day - Immanuel - What Does It Mean To Have God With Us?
December 25, 2016 - 11:17 AM Filed in: Stand Alone Sermons
Why is Christmas important? What is it about the birth of Jesus in a manger that changes everything? Join Pastor Jordan and Pastor Kurt for this brief message on the importance of Immanuel. God is with us.
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The Genealogy of Jesus - Great Hope For Great Sinners
December 24, 2016 - 10:37 AM Filed in: Stand Alone Sermons
Before the Christmas story in Matthew 1 is a lengthy genealogy? Why did Matthew begin the story of Jesus with a length section that reads like the phone book? Discover why this genealogy make the Christmas the greatest story ever told for sinners like you and me.
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John 8:1-12 - A Stone's Throw From Death
August 14, 2016 - 08:57 PM Filed in: Stand Alone Sermons
When we sin in a big way or fail Jesus again and again, how does he fail about us? While others condemn, berate and humiliate us, what does Jesus do? Join myself and Pastor Jordan Gowing at the 2016 CrossWinds family reunion in Arnold's Park as we look at the story of the woman caught in adultery in John 8.
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Genesis 18 - Guests
February 07, 2016 - 07:03 PM Filed in: Genesis
John and Francis Canning had an unexpected guest at their wedding in England at Manchester Town Hall. As they stood in disbelief, Queen Elizabeth appeared, shook their hands and congratulated them on their marriage. You never know who will show up for dinner. In Genesis 18, Jesus—a guest more infamous than the Queen mother, shows up to have lunch with Abraham and Sarah. Like an encouraging meal with an old friend, Jesus encourages Abraham, Sarah and us that no matter the obstacles we face, he is more than capable of overcoming them.
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How Does Jesus Change Work?
May 24, 2015 - 09:50 AM Filed in: Work Matters To God
What makes a Christian employee different? God changes many of the ways we work. In this message we discover some of the ways Christian employees are to stand out from the crowd.
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Compelled To Believe - The Longinus Story
April 05, 2015 - 09:00 PM Filed in: Compelled By Grace | Easter
If you were to accompany Jesus when he was scourged, crucified and buried, what would you think about him. What would you think when he rose again. Teaching in first-person narrative from the character of Longinus, the centurion in charge of Jesus' death, we get an eye-witness picture of Jesus' death and resurrection.
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1 Peter 3:18-22 - What Good Can Come From Unjust Suffering?
January 25, 2015 - 08:40 PM Filed in: 1 Peter
When facing times of unexplainable suffering, we wonder what good can come from all of the pain. In this message Peter provides us with the confidence we need to know God will use our undeserved suffering for good.
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Luke 2:1-14 - The Birth Of Jesus - What Do I Need To Know About God's Love
December 24, 2014 - 06:23 PM Filed in: Christmas from Luke
What really happened at the birth of Christ? Join us as we follow Mary, Joseph, Jesus and the Shepherds to find God's love in the most unexpected places to the most unexpected people.
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1 Peter 1:10-12 - Can I Trust the Bible?
September 07, 2014 - 11:40 AM Filed in: 1 Peter
An increasing number of professors in Christian colleges tell their students the Bible can’t be trusted. They tell students that the biblical writers occasionally missed what God was saying or that God is now saying or doing something new. They believe God was behind the concepts in the Bible but not actual words. Is this true? Can I trust the Bible? In this message, we find hope when facing the hard times of biblical doubt.
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1 Peter 1:3-9 - Ten Truths Every Christians Need To Remember When Life Falls Apart
August 31, 2014 - 10:07 PM Filed in: 1 Peter
When life falls apart, how do we make it through? As Christians, what help does God offer in hard times? In the opening verses of 1 Peter we find 10 life-changing truths to hold us together when everything else is falling apart.
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Isaiah 52:13-53:12 - The Gospel in the Old Testament
December 22, 2013 - 08:33 AM Filed in: Christmas from Isaiah
At school my daughter was told Christmas isn't about Santa Claus. It is about a chance to be kind and giving. Jesus was left out of Christmas, as he often is, in the interest of being politically correct and not offending other religions. This week we discover what makes the birth of Jesus so different from other religions. Christ's life and death was described in vivid detail hundreds of years before he came. This is something other religions do not have, the truth of a God who declares what will happen in history.
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John 8:12-20 - Light of the World
October 28, 2012 - 03:53 PM Filed in: Gospel of John
Where was Jesus in the Old Testament? Was he on vacation until 0 A.D.? In this message, we discover Jesus was surprisingly active. What we learn from following him in the Old Testament teach us how we follow him today.
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John 5:31-47 - Proving Jesus is the Son of God
September 09, 2012 - 05:25 PM Filed in: Gospel of John
Jesus claimed to be the Son of God. When someone claims that today, we put them in a rubber room and have men in white coats medicate them. That is the same reaction the Jewish leaders of the 1st century had to Jesus. The difference is Jesus had proof to substantiate his claims. Join us as we discover how Jesus proved his claim to be the Son of God.
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John 5:16-29 - To Honor God the Father, Honor God the Son
September 02, 2012 - 12:21 PM Filed in: Gospel of John
Is your Christian worship unchristian? Many in the church make too little of Christ. Jesus is treated like power windows. He is a nice accessory but he isn't the center of our life, faith and worship. In this message we discover how much emphasis God the Father asks us to place on God the Son.
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John 3:16 - The Greatest Verse in the Bible
July 01, 2012 - 11:23 AM Filed in: Gospel of John
John 3:16 is the most famous verse in the Bible. It has made inroads into popular culture appearing on cups, shopping bags and even Tim Tebow's eye paint! What shocking truth does it tell us that we take for granted? Even worse, it is possible to know John 3:16 but fail to have its truth a reality in your life. In this message, we see the power of John 3:16 in a way we may have missed.
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Psalm 45 - Who is Jesus?
December 01, 2011 - 12:21 PM Filed in: Christmas from the Psalms
At Christmas, we celebrate Jesus as a baby in a manger. Is he something more? Muslims claim Jesus is one of Allah's holiest prophets. Jehovah's Witnesses claim Jesus is Michael the Archangel. Mormons tell us Jesus is the elder brother of the fallen angel Lucifer. A Christian Scientist will tell you Jesus is a man who lived out the divine ideal. Who is Jesus? Psalm 45 explains who Jesus is and who we are because of him.
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Doctrine - Jesus Christ's Work - Pt. 1
October 17, 2010 - 04:57 PM Filed in: Doctrine
Who was Jesus Christ? Was he a good moral teacher? What he an example for us to follow in times of suffering? The Bible tells us he is much more. Christ is our penal substitutionary atonement. What is penal substitutionary atonement and why must Jesus be the penal substitutionary atonement for us? Join Dr. Trucksess to find out.
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Doctrine - Jesus Christ's Person
October 07, 2010 - 05:16 PM Filed in: Doctrine
For those of you who are parents, do you remember when you held your first-born child? For first-time parents, the feeling of holding their new born is a combination of humbling and amazing. A new-born is about as fragile and dependent as a human being can be. Each year at Christmas, we celebrate Jesus' birth but it is hard to comprehend that the creator of the world poured combined fused himself with humanity in the womb of Mary. Join Dr. Trucksess in unpacking the identity of Jesus and learn how it changes the way we face suffering.
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