http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/ en-us ℗ & © 2010 Crossings Community Church Current Series: Getting Established in the Gospel Crossings Community Church clean Aaron Fraser aaron@crossingscommunity.com Trevor Zink Romans 12:9-20; 13:8-10 -- Paul describes many different ways for us to manifest God's love for the church, the community as a whole, and even our enemies. Romans 12:9-20; 13:8-10 -- Paul describes many different ways for us to manifest God's love for the church, the community as a whole, and even our enemies. 31:30 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/182 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Ryan Paterson Romans 12:1-8 -- The power of the gospel redirects our lives into the family of God for the purposes of God. Romans 12:1-8 -- The power of the gospel redirects our lives into the family of God for the purposes of God. 31:30 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/181 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink As a result of all that God has done for us and our election in Christ, it is reasonable for us to sacrifice all that we are to Him. As a result of all that God has done for us and our election in Christ, it is reasonable for us to sacrifice all that we are to Him. 34:30 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/180 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink A recap of where we've been in Romans A recap of where we've been in Romans 26:51 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/179 Sun, 04 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Paul Nuth Paul Nuth gives an update on the continuing missions efforts in Cambodia and neighboring countries Paul Nuth gives an update on the continuing missions efforts in Cambodia and neighboring countries 46:20 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/178 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink and Mike Sanchez A quick reminder about our love for one another and an update from Iowa. A quick reminder about our love for one another and an update from Iowa. 27:56 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/177 Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Ryan Paterson Romans 8:12-17 -- God chooses to adopt us as sons and heirs through Christ that we might receive life by the Spirit and the fulfillment of his promises now and in eternity. Romans 8:12-17 -- God chooses to adopt us as sons and heirs through Christ that we might receive life by the Spirit and the fulfillment of his promises now and in eternity. 32:13 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/176 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Romans 8:28-9:33 -- Those who receive faith, receive it only by God's grace, as God has unconditionally chosen those who will be the children of promise. Romans 8:28-9:33 -- Those who receive faith, receive it only by God's grace, as God has unconditionally chosen those who will be the children of promise. 34:47 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/175 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Romans 6-8 -- Romans 6-8 -- Our new standing in Christ (death to life; freedom) brings about certain requirements that we often fail to do, but God provides us with a new nature and His Spirit to help us. Romans 6-8 -- Romans 6-8 -- Our new standing in Christ (death to life; freedom) brings about certain requirements that we often fail to do, but God provides us with a new nature and His Spirit to help us. 28:55 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/174 Sun, 30 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Ryan Paterson Romans 5:6-11 -- God reconciles our relationship with Him through the death and resurrection of Jesus so that we might enjoy life with God now and into eternity. Romans 5:6-11 -- God reconciles our relationship with Him through the death and resurrection of Jesus so that we might enjoy life with God now and into eternity. 38:50 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/173 Sun, 23 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Romans 4:25 - 5:18 -- Atonement (last week) speaks of our debt being paid by Christ; Justification speaks of His righteousness being imputed to us so that we can live eternally in God's presence. Romans 4:25 - 5:18 -- Atonement (last week) speaks of our debt being paid by Christ; Justification speaks of His righteousness being imputed to us so that we can live eternally in God's presence. 28:32 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/172 Sun, 16 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Romans 3:20-26 -- Christ's atonement for our sins has given us free access to the Father Romans 3:20-26 -- Christ's atonement for our sins has given us free access to the Father 42:22 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/171 Sun, 09 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Ryan Paterson Romans 3:19-4:25 -- God applies the work of Jesus to heal our corruption (sin) and satisfy God's justice through faith, the certainty that reality is as God says it is. Our faith in God grows as we trust his promises through visible obstacles. Romans 3:19-4:25 -- God applies the work of Jesus to heal our corruption (sin) and satisfy God's justice through faith, the certainty that reality is as God says it is. Our faith in God grows as we trust his promises through visible obstacles. 38:24 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/170 Sun, 02 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Romans 2-3 -- God righteously judges everyone by examining each person's heart to see if there is faith in Christ. Our works flow from the zeal He has put in our heart as a result of salvation and are not a means of salvation. Romans 2-3 -- God righteously judges everyone by examining each person's heart to see if there is faith in Christ. Our works flow from the zeal He has put in our heart as a result of salvation and are not a means of salvation. 22:21 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/169 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Romans 1:18-32 - God's judgment and man's sin is the starting point of the Gospel. Sin brings wrath and condemnation, but Paul unfolds the mystery of salvation to both Jews and Gentiles. Romans 1:18-32 - God's judgment and man's sin is the starting point of the Gospel. Sin brings wrath and condemnation, but Paul unfolds the mystery of salvation to both Jews and Gentiles. 40:39 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/168 Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Romans 1:1-17 - Paul introduces the gospel by setting forth various aspects of it and declaring the ultimate importance of believers being established in it. Romans 1:1-17 - Paul introduces the gospel by setting forth various aspects of it and declaring the ultimate importance of believers being established in it. 46:00 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/167 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Paul sets forth the foundational principles of unity, spiritual gifts, and the building up of the body as the purpose of the church gathering. Paul sets forth the foundational principles of unity, spiritual gifts, and the building up of the body as the purpose of the church gathering. 46:00 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/166 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Crossings Leadership The Crossings Leadership leads the church in a discussion on what it looked like to gather together. The Crossings Leadership leads the church in a discussion on what it looked like to gather together. 53:23 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/165 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Paul Nuth Paul Nuth updates Crossings on the ministry in Cambodia Paul Nuth updates Crossings on the ministry in Cambodia 20:44 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/164 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink A look back at 5 years of Crossings teachings to see how God has moved our body in accordance with His plans and purposes. A look back at 5 years of Crossings teachings to see how God has moved our body in accordance with His plans and purposes. 52:54 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/163 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora One leading a skillful life shows proper respect to those in authority as well as for their policies and is living harmoniously and responsibly within the community and even within the nation that they work and serve. One leading a skillful life shows proper respect to those in authority as well as for their policies and is living harmoniously and responsibly within the community and even within the nation that they work and serve. 39:02 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/162 Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink The skillful life requires us to master the control of our emotions. The skillful life requires us to master the control of our emotions. 55:02 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/161 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora A study on the power of words and emotions and the impact they have on our relationships. A study on the power of words and emotions and the impact they have on our relationships. 37:01 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/160 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Having a well-ordered home from the perspective of children, parents and grandparents. Someone having a well-ordered home understands how all these fit together. Having a well-ordered home from the perspective of children, parents and grandparents. Someone having a well-ordered home understands how all these fit together. 34:05 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/159 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Jeremy Gilrein The Importance of Prayer, Discipline in Prayer, and the overarching motivation for being a part of the Gospel. The Importance of Prayer, Discipline in Prayer, and the overarching motivation for being a part of the Gospel. 36:48 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/158 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora One leading a skillful life is enjoying a well ordered home life at the center of which is an excellent wife whom both the husband and the children value tremendously thus strengthening the community and laying foundations for future generations. One leading a skillful life is enjoying a well ordered home life at the center of which is an excellent wife whom both the husband and the children value tremendously thus strengthening the community and laying foundations for future generations. 43:06 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/157 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink A truly successful person is also a generous person – one who knows how to use his wealth to refresh and benefit others, to build lasting friendships, and to be a substantial source of aid to the poor. A truly successful person is also a generous person – one who knows how to use his wealth to refresh and benefit others, to build lasting friendships, and to be a substantial source of aid to the poor. 43:44 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/156 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink One leading a skillful life is disciplined in his work as well as in handling his money, taking care to make sure that all of his gain is from honest and fair practices, laying careful foundations for the future, while keeping the most important things in life in perspective. One leading a skillful life is disciplined in his work as well as in handling his money, taking care to make sure that all of his gain is from honest and fair practices, laying careful foundations for the future, while keeping the most important things in life in perspective. 43:08 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/155 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink & Isaac Zamora A Q&A Session on the Character Traits A Q&A Session on the Character Traits 53:19 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/154 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora A study of the Negative Character Traits listed in the Skillful Life Series A study of the Negative Character Traits listed in the Skillful Life Series 42:01 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/153 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Doug Shiplett A survey of the book of Ephesians A survey of the book of Ephesians 53:31 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/152 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink A study of the character traits of being fair, mercifulness, generous and diligent. A study of the character traits of being fair, mercifulness, generous and diligent. 41:56 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/151 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Skillful Life Series Skillful Life Series 48:57 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/150 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink The person with godly character has learned to stay on the path of purity, which requires a disciplined lifestyle, a patient demeanor inside and outside, and a self-control over every aspect of the person. The person with godly character has learned to stay on the path of purity, which requires a disciplined lifestyle, a patient demeanor inside and outside, and a self-control over every aspect of the person. 45:03 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/149 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora The importance of character and the role that humility, teachability, confidence and ambition play in the process of obtaining wisdom and developing Christlike character in our life and ultimately carrying out the gospel message. The importance of character and the role that humility, teachability, confidence and ambition play in the process of obtaining wisdom and developing Christlike character in our life and ultimately carrying out the gospel message. 40:42 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/148 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink 1:06:07 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/147 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Jeremy Gilrein Our occupations (wage earning) and our interactions with the community (outside of our church body), are significant categories in the spectrum of our "one life". The apostles provided specific instructions, consistent with principles of wise living described by Scripture as a whole, to the early churches with regard to these categories. As we have come to realize more clearly, our occupations and our interactions with the secular community are interconnected with other "one life" categories (e.g. our family, our family of families, etc.), and all of these are defined and informed by our love for Christ and the overarching priority of the progress of the gospel. Our occupations (wage earning) and our interactions with the community (outside of our church body), are significant categories in the spectrum of our "one life". The apostles provided specific instructions, consistent with principles of wise living described by Scripture as a whole, to the early churches with regard to these categories. As we have come to realize more clearly, our occupations and our interactions with the secular community are interconnected with other "one life" categories (e.g. our family, our family of families, etc.), and all of these are defined and informed by our love for Christ and the overarching priority of the progress of the gospel. 1:43:28 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/146 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora 1:31:28 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/145 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink God designed us to work which requires planning. God designed us to work which requires planning. 1:29:22 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/144 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink A completion of the Mental Acumen piece in the book of Proverbs A completion of the Mental Acumen piece in the book of Proverbs 42:26 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/143 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink The desire for and diligent pursuit of godly character, coupled with God’s bestowal of character on our lives, will result in a good life and heritage for the next generation. The desire for and diligent pursuit of godly character, coupled with God’s bestowal of character on our lives, will result in a good life and heritage for the next generation. 36:22 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/141 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora A study in the book of Proverbs A study in the book of Proverbs 35:38 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/140 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Wrapping up the First Principles series. Wrapping up the First Principles series. 49:02 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/139 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Jeremy Gilrein An overview of the last book in the series, Building for Future Generations An overview of the last book in the series, Building for Future Generations 1:08:00 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/138 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora An overview of the seventh book in the series, Envisioning Fruitful Life Work An overview of the seventh book in the series, Envisioning Fruitful Life Work 59:46 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/137 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink An overview of the sixth book in the series, Passing on Your Beliefs An overview of the sixth book in the series, Passing on Your Beliefs 1:15:14 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/136 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Jeremy Gilrein An overview of the fifth book in the series, Enjoying Your Relationship An overview of the fifth book in the series, Enjoying Your Relationship 1:04:42 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/135 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora An overview of the fourth book in the series, Cultivating Habits of the Heart An overview of the fourth book in the series, Cultivating Habits of the Heart 58:47 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/134 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Jeremy Gilrein Building on key first principles of the faith (belief in the gospel, enfolding of believers into a local body, ‘household’ order), the apostles instruct the churches about their participation in the Great Commission.  The message of the gospel of Christ is to be communicated by every member of the body.  Some will receive the calling, through the commissioning of the church, to preach the gospel and establish churches in a context beyond their local community.  Others (most) are called to carry the message of the gospel – to live lives consistent with sound doctrine and to share (verbally) the gospel message as such times avail themselves – in the context of the web of their relationships.  Those in the local context are to simultaneously support the work of those called to minister extra-locally. Building on key first principles of the faith (belief in the gospel, enfolding of believers into a local body, ‘household’ order), the apostles instruct the churches about their participation in the Great Commission.  The message of the gospel of Christ is to be communicated by every member of the body.  Some will receive the calling, through the commissioning of the church, to preach the gospel and establish churches in a context beyond their local community.  Others (most) are called to carry the message of the gospel – to live lives consistent with sound doctrine and to share (verbally) the gospel message as such times avail themselves – in the context of the web of their relationships.  Those in the local context are to simultaneously support the work of those called to minister extra-locally. 44:24 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/133 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink An overview of the second book in the series, Belonging to a Family of Familes An overview of the second book in the series, Belonging to a Family of Familes 51:26 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/132 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora An overview of the first book in the series, Becoming a Disciple An overview of the first book in the series, Becoming a Disciple 51:26 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/131 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Overview of the church establishment series. Overview of the church establishment series. 42:10 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/130 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora The church's ability to understand and grasp the "household of God" reality and to allow God and the Spirit to supernaturally generate that family dynamic has a direct bearing on the church's vitality and health and to the church's witness. The church's ability to understand and grasp the "household of God" reality and to allow God and the Spirit to supernaturally generate that family dynamic has a direct bearing on the church's vitality and health and to the church's witness. 37:13 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/129 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Sound doctrine must be taught by those who will give an account to God, and must be lived out by everyone in the community of faith. Sound doctrine must be taught by those who will give an account to God, and must be lived out by everyone in the community of faith. 37:42 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/128 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Paul instructs Timothy and Titus to appoint leaders and to make sure the church is operating like a household with proper conduct. Paul instructs Timothy and Titus to appoint leaders and to make sure the church is operating like a household with proper conduct. 40:38 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/127 Sun, 31 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Trevor teaches on the history and vision of Crossings Community Church. Trevor teaches on the history and vision of Crossings Community Church. 27:00 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/126 Sun, 24 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 20-28 - Paul’s life is an example for all believers in working hard, pressing on in the face of conflict, engaging with the "old guard", and taking the gospel to all people. Acts 20-28 - Paul’s life is an example for all believers in working hard, pressing on in the face of conflict, engaging with the "old guard", and taking the gospel to all people. 46:27 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/125 Sun, 17 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Acts 20 - God wants to protect the Church, build up the Church, wants the Church to glorify Him, and continue until the day Jesus comes back, and God has designated leadership roles to facilitate this. Acts 20 - God wants to protect the Church, build up the Church, wants the Church to glorify Him, and continue until the day Jesus comes back, and God has designated leadership roles to facilitate this. 48:31 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/124 Sun, 10 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink As we are diligent to press on to maturity, God will unify our church and make us more like Him so that we can fulfill our call to take the gospel to our community and to the ends of the earth. As we are diligent to press on to maturity, God will unify our church and make us more like Him so that we can fulfill our call to take the gospel to our community and to the ends of the earth. 48:31 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/123 Sun, 03 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora In 1 Corinthians, Paul attempts to recalibrate the hearts and minds of the Corinthians in order to address the sin, pride, division and contentions within the church. Paul encourages the church to focus on God’s glory and the needs of others. Paul goes on to explain that Love and the exercising of gifts supernaturally combine to bring Glory to God and to build up others in the church. In 1 Corinthians, Paul attempts to recalibrate the hearts and minds of the Corinthians in order to address the sin, pride, division and contentions within the church. Paul encourages the church to focus on God’s glory and the needs of others. Paul goes on to explain that Love and the exercising of gifts supernaturally combine to bring Glory to God and to build up others in the church. 47:58 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/122 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Individuals and the community of faith must jointly confront and combat sin, or it will infect the whole church and detract us from our focus on discipling each other and taking the gospel to the world. Individuals and the community of faith must jointly confront and combat sin, or it will infect the whole church and detract us from our focus on discipling each other and taking the gospel to the world. 44:28 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/120 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Paul Nuth Paul Nuth shares his 30 year plan for the spread of the gospel in Cambodia Paul Nuth shares his 30 year plan for the spread of the gospel in Cambodia 44:28 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/119 Sun, 29 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora 1 Corinthians (various) - The power of the cross was being made of "no effect" since the Corinthians were prideful. As a result, the church was not growing in their faith and in many ways regressing. Paul encourages them to replace their pride, which tears down, with love, which builds up. 1 Corinthians (various) - The power of the cross was being made of "no effect" since the Corinthians were prideful. As a result, the church was not growing in their faith and in many ways regressing. Paul encourages them to replace their pride, which tears down, with love, which builds up. 42:01 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/118 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Doug Shiplett 1 Corinthians 15 - Paul describes how the gospel must transform us if the Spirit has truly come into our lives. 1 Corinthians 15 - Paul describes how the gospel must transform us if the Spirit has truly come into our lives. 1:12:16 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/117 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink 1 Corinthians 1-4 - Paul addresses the issue of divisions in the church and provides a prescription for combating it. 1 Corinthians 1-4 - Paul addresses the issue of divisions in the church and provides a prescription for combating it. 40:36 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/116 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Keys to the establishment of the Corinthian church as laid down by Paul in his letters to them. Keys to the establishment of the Corinthian church as laid down by Paul in his letters to them. 27:23 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/115 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 19:1-20 - Paul has a principle-based process for sharing the Word, which process is founded on the “name of the Lord” and the “way of God”. Acts 19:1-20 - Paul has a principle-based process for sharing the Word, which process is founded on the “name of the Lord” and the “way of God”. 41:53 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/114 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Mike Sanchez A look into Paul's three eras of letters A look into Paul's three eras of letters 24:06 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/113 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Acts 18 - Paul uses his tentmaking skills and engages benefactors to help fun and support the progress of the gospel Acts 18 - Paul uses his tentmaking skills and engages benefactors to help fun and support the progress of the gospel 32:47 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/112 Sun, 01 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 17 - Paul's methodology of reasoning and persuading with unbelievers shows the sufficiency of the Scripture and the gospel message in overcoming any perceived "barriers" to the gospel Acts 17 - Paul's methodology of reasoning and persuading with unbelievers shows the sufficiency of the Scripture and the gospel message in overcoming any perceived "barriers" to the gospel 31:20 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/111 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom 2 Thess 4:6-40 - Luke's account of how the church began in Philippi 2 Thess 4:6-40 - Luke's account of how the church began in Philippi 41:18 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/110 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink 1 Thess 4:13-5:11; 2 Thess 2 - We examine a Scriptural overview of end times theology as Paul used in the church establishment process. 1 Thess 4:13-5:11; 2 Thess 2 - We examine a Scriptural overview of end times theology as Paul used in the church establishment process. 38:57 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/109 Sun, 04 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora 1 Thess (various) - Paul uses faith, love and hope to convey an understanding of how to continue on and productive Christians in establishing the church. 1 Thess (various) - Paul uses faith, love and hope to convey an understanding of how to continue on and productive Christians in establishing the church. 32:49 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/108 Sun, 28 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Array Array 32:14 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/107 Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink One of the keys to establishing any church is an understanding of the role and function of the apostolic team the local church supports to further the progress of the gospel. One of the keys to establishing any church is an understanding of the role and function of the apostolic team the local church supports to further the progress of the gospel. 44:45 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/106 Sun, 14 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Doug Shiplett A community of faith becoming established in the Gospel A community of faith becoming established in the Gospel 1:03:13 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/105 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Galatians 5 - The sufficiency of the gospel message as Paul emphasizes the freedom that we have in Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit and faith working through love. Galatians 5 - The sufficiency of the gospel message as Paul emphasizes the freedom that we have in Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit and faith working through love. 32:46 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/104 Sun, 16 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Galatians 3-5 - Paul fights for the freedom that Jesus puchased in the lives of the Galatian church Galatians 3-5 - Paul fights for the freedom that Jesus puchased in the lives of the Galatian church 41:15 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/103 Sun, 09 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Galatians - A look at the foundational establishment principle, The Gospel Galatians - A look at the foundational establishment principle, The Gospel 49:12 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/102 Sun, 02 Nov 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Paul Nuth Paul shares with Crossings the current state of the mission in Cambodia Paul shares with Crossings the current state of the mission in Cambodia 32:54 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/101 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Acts 15:36-16:5 - Paul and Barnabas part ways over a disagreement and Timothy begins his ministry partnership with Paul. Acts 15:36-16:5 - Paul and Barnabas part ways over a disagreement and Timothy begins his ministry partnership with Paul. 32:59 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/100 Sun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Acts 15:1-35 - As the early church starts to grow under the leadership of Paul and Barnabas the importance of sound doctrine becomes clear and something we need to strive for even today. Acts 15:1-35 - As the early church starts to grow under the leadership of Paul and Barnabas the importance of sound doctrine becomes clear and something we need to strive for even today. 42:51 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/99 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 13-14 - Luke records a summary of Paul's missions methodology, which is repeated throughout Paul's missionary journeys. Luke's narrative and Paul's letters show us a pattern that all churches should use in furthering the progress of the gospel worldwide. Acts 13-14 - Luke records a summary of Paul's missions methodology, which is repeated throughout Paul's missionary journeys. Luke's narrative and Paul's letters show us a pattern that all churches should use in furthering the progress of the gospel worldwide. 41:30 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/98 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 13:1-3 - God’s hand is at work in the world, which is an encouragement to the church to continue to do its part regardless of our circumstances, and the word is continuing to expand in its reach across the globe. Acts 13:1-3 - God’s hand is at work in the world, which is an encouragement to the church to continue to do its part regardless of our circumstances, and the word is continuing to expand in its reach across the globe. 42:21 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/97 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 12 - God’s hand is at work in the world, which is an encouragement to the church to continue to do its part regardless of our circumstances, and the word is continuing to expand in its reach across the globe. Acts 12 - God’s hand is at work in the world, which is an encouragement to the church to continue to do its part regardless of our circumstances, and the word is continuing to expand in its reach across the globe. 46:35 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/96 Sun, 21 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Acts 11:19-30 - The beginnings of the church in Antioch and the ministry of Barnabas Acts 11:19-30 - The beginnings of the church in Antioch and the ministry of Barnabas 33:38 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/95 Sun, 14 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Acts 9:32-11:18 - As we continue to study about the expansion of the gospel geographically, we see it begin to expand theologically with the introduction of the house of Cornelius and the salvation of him and his family. Acts 9:32-11:18 - As we continue to study about the expansion of the gospel geographically, we see it begin to expand theologically with the introduction of the house of Cornelius and the salvation of him and his family. 33:38 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/94 Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Acts 9:1-31 - The conversion of Saul and the preparation for the Gospel to spread to the ends of the earth. Acts 9:1-31 - The conversion of Saul and the preparation for the Gospel to spread to the ends of the earth. 37:07 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/93 Sun, 31 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 8:26-40 - After God uses Philip to take the gospel to Samaria, Philip is sent to Judea where an Ethiopian eunuch is saved. Several principles emerge from this passage, including that God will accomplish His purposes through us as we are obedient to His call. Acts 8:26-40 - After God uses Philip to take the gospel to Samaria, Philip is sent to Judea where an Ethiopian eunuch is saved. Several principles emerge from this passage, including that God will accomplish His purposes through us as we are obedient to His call. 51:21 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/92 Sun, 24 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 6:8-7:60 - Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, is accused of blaspheming God, Moses, the Law, and the Temple. In his defense before the elite Jewish leaders, he uses Jewish history to establish that Jesus fulfilled God’s promises and the requirements of the Law, and that, in fact, the Jewish leaders and their system are the ones blaspheming. Acts 6:8-7:60 - Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, is accused of blaspheming God, Moses, the Law, and the Temple. In his defense before the elite Jewish leaders, he uses Jewish history to establish that Jesus fulfilled God’s promises and the requirements of the Law, and that, in fact, the Jewish leaders and their system are the ones blaspheming. 53:29 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/91 Sun, 03 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Acts 6:1-7 - Early in the church, structure and roles emerge and become very critical to the ongoing success and unity of the church. This is evidenced as the early church enlists wise and spirit filled servants (men) to deal with a problem surronding the neglect of widows, which threatened the unity and integrity of the church. The principles in establishing the servant role in Acts 6 in many ways are the foundation of the deacon role established by Paul in I Timothy 3. Tonight, we're going to dive into the deacon role and its importance to the church. Acts 6:1-7 - Early in the church, structure and roles emerge and become very critical to the ongoing success and unity of the church. This is evidenced as the early church enlists wise and spirit filled servants (men) to deal with a problem surronding the neglect of widows, which threatened the unity and integrity of the church. The principles in establishing the servant role in Acts 6 in many ways are the foundation of the deacon role established by Paul in I Timothy 3. Tonight, we're going to dive into the deacon role and its importance to the church. 34:58 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/90 Sun, 27 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Paul Nuth and Doug Shiplett Paul Nuth and Doug Shiplett update Crossings on the progress of the gospel in Cambodia and challenge the body in how it can support the progress of the gospel in Campbell, Iowa, and Cambodia. Paul Nuth and Doug Shiplett update Crossings on the progress of the gospel in Cambodia and challenge the body in how it can support the progress of the gospel in Campbell, Iowa, and Cambodia. 48:56 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/89 Sun, 20 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Acts 5:12-42 - As the persecution increases the apostles rejoice in their suffering. Acts 5:12-42 - As the persecution increases the apostles rejoice in their suffering. 42:42 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/88 Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 5:1-11 - The early church faced its first internal opposition when Ananias and Saphira threatened its unity and integrity by lying about their giving. This message explores a biblical framework for giving as laid out in Acts 4-5. Acts 5:1-11 - The early church faced its first internal opposition when Ananias and Saphira threatened its unity and integrity by lying about their giving. This message explores a biblical framework for giving as laid out in Acts 4-5. 50:37 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/87 Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Acts 4:23-37 - The church continues to put itself in a position to be used by God. Because of its unity, obedience and prayers, God supplied the church with a supernatural ability to preach the gospel boldly and to care for one another. Acts 4:23-37 - The church continues to put itself in a position to be used by God. Because of its unity, obedience and prayers, God supplied the church with a supernatural ability to preach the gospel boldly and to care for one another. 37:34 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/86 Sun, 22 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Acts 4:5-22 - The Apostles are brought before the Sadduccees, elders and scribes and stand powerfullly in the face of persecution. Acts 4:5-22 - The Apostles are brought before the Sadduccees, elders and scribes and stand powerfullly in the face of persecution. 44:00 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/85 Sun, 15 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Acts 2:42-47 - A look at the beginning of the church. Acts 2:42-47 - A look at the beginning of the church. 32:40 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/83 Sun, 25 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Acts 2:22-48 - Peter sets forth the essential elements of the gospel. God's sovereignty in the process of salvation resulted in 3,000 souls being added to the church. Acts 2:22-48 - Peter sets forth the essential elements of the gospel. God's sovereignty in the process of salvation resulted in 3,000 souls being added to the church. 42:06 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/82 Sun, 18 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Acts 2:1-21 - God pours out the gift of His Spirit in a miraclous way. Together with the obedience and unity of God's people, God uses His Spirit to empower in order to accomplish His work. Acts 2:1-21 - God pours out the gift of His Spirit in a miraclous way. Together with the obedience and unity of God's people, God uses His Spirit to empower in order to accomplish His work. 35:58 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/81 Sun, 11 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Acts 1:9-26 - A look at the time between Jesus' Ascension and the coming of the Holy Spirit. Acts 1:9-26 - A look at the time between Jesus' Ascension and the coming of the Holy Spirit. 33:16 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/80 Sun, 04 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Luke 1:1-4, Acts 1:1-8 - To help us develop a biblical philosophy of ministry and the skills required to put that philosophy into practice. Luke 1:1-4, Acts 1:1-8 - To help us develop a biblical philosophy of ministry and the skills required to put that philosophy into practice. 49:54 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/79 Sun, 27 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora 1:00:25 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/78 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink This series culminates in answering the fundamental question of what it means to follow Jesus. This was the call on all disciples of Jesus’s day and it is His call on our lives today. Taking the background and principles developed in the first five weeks of this series, we find 10 practical principles for what it means to follow Jesus. We should measure our lives against these principles when examining where we are in our faith and whether we are accomplishing all that God has for us as members of His New Community (the Church). This series culminates in answering the fundamental question of what it means to follow Jesus. This was the call on all disciples of Jesus’s day and it is His call on our lives today. Taking the background and principles developed in the first five weeks of this series, we find 10 practical principles for what it means to follow Jesus. We should measure our lives against these principles when examining where we are in our faith and whether we are accomplishing all that God has for us as members of His New Community (the Church). 59:22 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/77 Sun, 13 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Answering the Questions "what are the Gospels?" and "who were they written to?" Answering the Questions "what are the Gospels?" and "who were they written to?" 46:08 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/76 Sun, 06 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora 56:09 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/75 Sun, 30 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Paul unpacks the resurrection and its implications Paul unpacks the resurrection and its implications 41:11 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/74 Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora As we understand the Kerygma (the gospel as proclaimed by Jesus and then the Apostles), we begin to understand the whole Scripture. As we understand the Kerygma (the gospel as proclaimed by Jesus and then the Apostles), we begin to understand the whole Scripture. 1:05:32 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/73 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Introduction to series "From Jesus to the Gospels". It is imperitive that we have a proper understanding of the gospels and how/where they fit in the establishment process. Specifically, we address the questions of who Jesus is and what He came to do. Jesus is the promised Messiah and He came to establish a new community around Himself as opposed to the corrupted Jewish system. Introduction to series "From Jesus to the Gospels". It is imperitive that we have a proper understanding of the gospels and how/where they fit in the establishment process. Specifically, we address the questions of who Jesus is and what He came to do. Jesus is the promised Messiah and He came to establish a new community around Himself as opposed to the corrupted Jewish system. 57:23 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/72 Sun, 02 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Peter lays a foundation and assurance for life and godliness. Peter lays a foundation and assurance for life and godliness. 44:38 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/71 Sun, 24 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Crossings Leaders A panel discussion with Trevor, Isaac, Jeremy and Chad that ties together all the ideas brought forth in Matthew's Gospel account A panel discussion with Trevor, Isaac, Jeremy and Chad that ties together all the ideas brought forth in Matthew's Gospel account 1:02:01 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/70 Sun, 17 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 28:16-20 - The culmination of the Jesus' life and ministry is the Great Commission; the final commandment given is the spread the Good News. Matthew 28:16-20 - The culmination of the Jesus' life and ministry is the Great Commission; the final commandment given is the spread the Good News. 47:50 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/69 Sun, 10 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 27:57-28:15 - The resurrection and the events surrounding it have numerous and eternal implications for everyone, especially the church. Matthew 27:57-28:15 - The resurrection and the events surrounding it have numerous and eternal implications for everyone, especially the church. 50:57 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/68 Sun, 03 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Matthew 27:27-56 - Matthew's crucifixion account builds a case for why Jesus truly is the Son of God. Matthew 27:27-56 - Matthew's crucifixion account builds a case for why Jesus truly is the Son of God. 37:18 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/67 Sun, 27 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 27:1-26 - The Gospel message is closing one phase as Jesus' death opens another. Matthew 27:1-26 - The Gospel message is closing one phase as Jesus' death opens another. 44:53 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/66 Sun, 20 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 26:30-75 - The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. Matthew 26:30-75 - The spirit is willing but the flesh is weak. 1:04:18 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/65 Sun, 13 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Matthew 26:1-29 - Jesus prepares His disciples for the cross by ending Passover and instituting Communion. Matthew 26:1-29 - Jesus prepares His disciples for the cross by ending Passover and instituting Communion. 27:24 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/64 Sun, 06 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 25:31-46 - Teaching on the Final Judgment of the end times. Matthew 25:31-46 - Teaching on the Final Judgment of the end times. 32:04 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/63 Sun, 30 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 24:45-25:30 - To "be ready" for Christ’s return means to have our lives oriented and operating in accordance with our general and specific callings. Matthew 24:45-25:30 - To "be ready" for Christ’s return means to have our lives oriented and operating in accordance with our general and specific callings. 42:30 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/62 Sun, 23 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Matthew 24:1-44 - Jesus teaches the disciples about His return Matthew 24:1-44 - Jesus teaches the disciples about His return 48:42 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/61 Sun, 16 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 23:1-39 - The seven woes of Jesus. Matthew 23:1-39 - The seven woes of Jesus. 40:08 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/60 Sun, 09 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 22:23-46 - As Jesus is reaching the climax of His public ministry, He uses the questioning of the religious leaders as a springboard to teach about the resurrection of man, true followship of God, and the Messiah's unmatched position of power and authority. Matthew 22:23-46 - As Jesus is reaching the climax of His public ministry, He uses the questioning of the religious leaders as a springboard to teach about the resurrection of man, true followship of God, and the Messiah's unmatched position of power and authority. 51:42 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/59 Sun, 25 Nov 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 21:18-46 - Days before His crucifixion, Jesus condemns the leaders of the nation of Israel for not producing any fruit. Because of the lack of faith and obedience from the leaders of the nation, their steward over the Kingdom was taken and judgment was declared. Jesus teaches that faith and obedience are the basis for entrance into the Kingdom of Heaven and faith and prayer are the basis for doing the impossible. Matthew 21:18-46 - Days before His crucifixion, Jesus condemns the leaders of the nation of Israel for not producing any fruit. Because of the lack of faith and obedience from the leaders of the nation, their steward over the Kingdom was taken and judgment was declared. Jesus teaches that faith and obedience are the basis for entrance into the Kingdom of Heaven and faith and prayer are the basis for doing the impossible. 1:07:33 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/57 Sun, 11 Nov 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 21:1-17 - As an example to the future leaders of His church, Jesus shows His disciples the interplay of true humility, God's supernatural exaltation, and the proper use of authority. Matthew 21:1-17 - As an example to the future leaders of His church, Jesus shows His disciples the interplay of true humility, God's supernatural exaltation, and the proper use of authority. 46:55 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/56 Sun, 28 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Matthew 20:17-34 - Further teaching from Jesus on What it means for the first to be last. Matthew 20:17-34 - Further teaching from Jesus on What it means for the first to be last. 32:50 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/54 Sun, 14 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 19:27-20:16 - It is to our benefit to follow our perfect Father. Matthew 19:27-20:16 - It is to our benefit to follow our perfect Father. 52:05 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/53 Sun, 07 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 19:13-26 - One can only enter the kingdom of heaven with a humble heart and mind. Man’s self-righteous and prideful nature causes him to seek affirmation instead of repentance. But God in His sovereignty does the impossible by changing our hearts so that we can enter His kingdom. Matthew 19:13-26 - One can only enter the kingdom of heaven with a humble heart and mind. Man’s self-righteous and prideful nature causes him to seek affirmation instead of repentance. But God in His sovereignty does the impossible by changing our hearts so that we can enter His kingdom. 49:36 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/52 Sun, 30 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Crossings Leadership A panel discussion on what Crossings believes on the issue of divorce. A panel discussion on what Crossings believes on the issue of divorce. 49:25 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/51 Sun, 23 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 19:1-12 - Jesus is contested by the Pharisees with a question about divorce. In this message we examine Jesus response and are confronted by the root cause of divorce, hardness of heart. Matthew 19:1-12 - Jesus is contested by the Pharisees with a question about divorce. In this message we examine Jesus response and are confronted by the root cause of divorce, hardness of heart. 48:46 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/50 Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Matthew 18:21-34 - Jesus lays a foundation for the forgiveness of others. Matthew 18:21-34 - Jesus lays a foundation for the forgiveness of others. 43:42 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/49 Sun, 09 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 18:10-20 - No one should despise God’s children who are weak, struggling, or even sinning, by putting them down, neglecting them, or putting stumbling blocks in their way, because all of God’s children have the protection of angels, Jesus, and the Father. Love must be at the core of our actions in dealing with everyone, especially those in need of healing or restoration. Matthew 18:10-20 - No one should despise God’s children who are weak, struggling, or even sinning, by putting them down, neglecting them, or putting stumbling blocks in their way, because all of God’s children have the protection of angels, Jesus, and the Father. Love must be at the core of our actions in dealing with everyone, especially those in need of healing or restoration. 45:27 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/48 Sun, 02 Sep 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 17:24-18:9 - Jesus wants us to have the same love and concern for one another that He has for us and that He models. We can only do this if we humble ourselves and rid outselves of pride and selfish ambition. Matthew 17:24-18:9 - Jesus wants us to have the same love and concern for one another that He has for us and that He models. We can only do this if we humble ourselves and rid outselves of pride and selfish ambition. 42:35 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/47 Sun, 26 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 17:1-23 - Jesus teaches the disciples an important lesson on tapping into God's power for ministry. Matthew 17:1-23 - Jesus teaches the disciples an important lesson on tapping into God's power for ministry. 50:31 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/46 Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Matthew 16:13-23 - Jesus' Teaching on what is to follow Him Matthew 16:13-23 - Jesus' Teaching on what is to follow Him 31:26 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/43 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 16:13-23 - A proper understanding of who Jesus is comes only from supernatural enlightenment and is the foundation of the church. Acceptance of the truth of who Jesus is requires abandonment to His plans and purposes through a commitment to the church. Matthew 16:13-23 - A proper understanding of who Jesus is comes only from supernatural enlightenment and is the foundation of the church. Acceptance of the truth of who Jesus is requires abandonment to His plans and purposes through a commitment to the church. 48:15 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/42 Sun, 22 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 16:1-12 - In life we are faced with many dangers. In this passage we are confronted with a warning of a different kind. One that doesn't affect the body but has a huge impact on the Soul. Jesus warns us to beware of a teaching that can be deadly for the spiritual life. Matthew 16:1-12 - In life we are faced with many dangers. In this passage we are confronted with a warning of a different kind. One that doesn't affect the body but has a huge impact on the Soul. Jesus warns us to beware of a teaching that can be deadly for the spiritual life. 37:58 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/39 Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Salstrom Matthew 15:21-39 - The story of the Samaritan woman shows us what great faith looks like. Desire, when it is pursued through faith in the sufficiency of Christ, is satisfied fully. Matthew 15:21-39 - The story of the Samaritan woman shows us what great faith looks like. Desire, when it is pursued through faith in the sufficiency of Christ, is satisfied fully. 32:21 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/38 Sun, 24 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 14:34-15:20 - When the Pharisees challenge Jesus respecting their traditions, Jesus instructs His disciples about true obedience to God, whic comes from the heart. Matthew 14:34-15:20 - When the Pharisees challenge Jesus respecting their traditions, Jesus instructs His disciples about true obedience to God, whic comes from the heart. 44:41 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/37 Sun, 17 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 14:13-36 - By seeing Jesus for who He really is, we will be moved beyond our limitations and the paralysis of fear to do great things for Him. Matthew 14:13-36 - By seeing Jesus for who He really is, we will be moved beyond our limitations and the paralysis of fear to do great things for Him. 42:04 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/36 Sun, 10 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 14:1-12 - There's nothing more important than properly understanding and respond to who Jesus is, yet many will fail in this regard because of their love for their sin and fear of the people. Matthew 14:1-12 - There's nothing more important than properly understanding and respond to who Jesus is, yet many will fail in this regard because of their love for their sin and fear of the people. 17:44 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/34 Sun, 03 Jun 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 13:44-58 - Citizenship in the kingdom of heaven has immeasurable present and eternal value. Some will deny its value, some will not recognize its value, some will not be aware of its value and some will sacrifice everything they have to acquire it. Matthew 13:44-58 - Citizenship in the kingdom of heaven has immeasurable present and eternal value. Some will deny its value, some will not recognize its value, some will not be aware of its value and some will sacrifice everything they have to acquire it. 41:06 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/33 Sun, 27 May 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Chad Solstrom Matthew 13:24-43 - Parables two, three and four in Matthew 13 revolving around the growth of the kingdom of heaven. Matthew 13:24-43 - Parables two, three and four in Matthew 13 revolving around the growth of the kingdom of heaven. 28:13 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/32 Sun, 20 May 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 13:1-23 - The parables recorded in Matthew 13 are some of the richest parables in the New Testament. As Jesus speaks to His followers gathered on a hillside. "Behold, a sower went out to sow..." Matthew 13:1-23 - The parables recorded in Matthew 13 are some of the richest parables in the New Testament. As Jesus speaks to His followers gathered on a hillside. "Behold, a sower went out to sow..." 49:04 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/31 Sun, 13 May 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 12:33-50 - Apart from Jesus, our hearts are defective and wretched and everything that flows from it gives testimony to that fact. Jesus desires a deep intimate relationship with His faithful ones and graciously and supernaturally transforms their very core. Matthew 12:33-50 - Apart from Jesus, our hearts are defective and wretched and everything that flows from it gives testimony to that fact. Jesus desires a deep intimate relationship with His faithful ones and graciously and supernaturally transforms their very core. 47:45 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/30 Sun, 06 May 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Sean Barber Matthew 12:18-32 - "He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters abroad." Matthew 12:18-32 - "He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters abroad." 32:51 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/29 Sun, 29 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Sean Barber Matthew 12:1-17 Matthew 12:1-17 56:02 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/28 Mon, 02 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 11:1-12 - On this Easter Sunday, Tom speaks on what it means to be a post-resurrection Christian. While John the Baptist is imprisoned, he asks the question of Jesus if He is the one to be expected. Jesus answers not in words, but in deeds, "The blind receive sight and the lame walk, the lepers are healed and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them. And blessed is he who does not take offense at Me." Matthew 11:1-12 - On this Easter Sunday, Tom speaks on what it means to be a post-resurrection Christian. While John the Baptist is imprisoned, he asks the question of Jesus if He is the one to be expected. Jesus answers not in words, but in deeds, "The blind receive sight and the lame walk, the lepers are healed and the deaf hear, the dead are raised up, and the poor have the gospel preached to them. And blessed is he who does not take offense at Me." 37:27 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/26 Sun, 08 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 10:16-11:1 - Jesus again lays out a seemingly impossible task to His disciples and then relieves the burden through encouragements and promises. Jesus sends them out to boldly preach the message of the kingdom and warns that they will be hated, betrayed, ridiculed, beaten, brought before rules, and killed. He then says only those who endure will be saved. To help His disciples endure, Jesus provides them with the encouragements and promises that (1) everything they will experience He will experience, (2) there is no need to fear, and (3) rewards await for our participation in the mission. Matthew 10:16-11:1 - Jesus again lays out a seemingly impossible task to His disciples and then relieves the burden through encouragements and promises. Jesus sends them out to boldly preach the message of the kingdom and warns that they will be hated, betrayed, ridiculed, beaten, brought before rules, and killed. He then says only those who endure will be saved. To help His disciples endure, Jesus provides them with the encouragements and promises that (1) everything they will experience He will experience, (2) there is no need to fear, and (3) rewards await for our participation in the mission. 35:59 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/25 Sun, 01 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 9:35-10:15 - The compassion of Christ for lost sheep, the prayers of his disciples and the multiplication of workers for the harvest. These are the three key elements of the harvest. Matthew 9:35-10:15 - The compassion of Christ for lost sheep, the prayers of his disciples and the multiplication of workers for the harvest. These are the three key elements of the harvest. 44:38 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/24 Sun, 25 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 9:9-17 - Jesus performed miracles not only to establish His authority, but also to graciously and compassionately reverse the devastating effects of Sin, with the clearest display of "redemptive authority" is found in Jesus' CALL TO SINNERS and in His forgiving them of their sins. Matthew 9:9-17 - Jesus performed miracles not only to establish His authority, but also to graciously and compassionately reverse the devastating effects of Sin, with the clearest display of "redemptive authority" is found in Jesus' CALL TO SINNERS and in His forgiving them of their sins. 41:34 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/23 Sun, 18 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 8:1-9:8 - Jesus exercises His power and authority so that we know that He is the God of the Universe and to graciously and compassionately reverse the devastating effects of sin. Matthew 8:1-9:8 - Jesus exercises His power and authority so that we know that He is the God of the Universe and to graciously and compassionately reverse the devastating effects of sin. 44:59 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/22 Sun, 11 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor, Tom, Isaac Matthew 5-7 - This is a panel discussion summarizing Jesus's Sermon on the Mount. Three of Jesus's big picture ideas are fleshed out- (1) the disciples' high calling, (2) the disciples' heavy burden that results from the "impossible" calling and the enablement we have through God's Spirit, and (3) the framework for the house that is built on the firm foundation. Matthew 5-7 - This is a panel discussion summarizing Jesus's Sermon on the Mount. Three of Jesus's big picture ideas are fleshed out- (1) the disciples' high calling, (2) the disciples' heavy burden that results from the "impossible" calling and the enablement we have through God's Spirit, and (3) the framework for the house that is built on the firm foundation. 55:41 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/21 Sun, 04 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Mike Sanchez Matthew 7:13-28 - Jesus Christ concludes the Sermon on the Mount with a powerful entreaty to enter life in Him through the narrow gate, to travel the more difficult yet truly fulfilled road of life in Him. Matthew 7:13-28 - Jesus Christ concludes the Sermon on the Mount with a powerful entreaty to enter life in Him through the narrow gate, to travel the more difficult yet truly fulfilled road of life in Him. 47:49 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/20 Sun, 25 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 7:1-12 - Jesus uses the specific example of our propensity to inappropriately judge others to teach His disciples about the Golden Rule of doing unto others as you would have them do to you.In His teaching, Jesus (1) confronts our hypocrisy of being judgmental unnecessarily, (2) cautions us about some people's unwillingness to be corrected in anything, (3) gives us hope that our Father will help us become less judgmental, and (4) gives us the Golden Rule, which should affect every area of our lives. Matthew 7:1-12 - Jesus uses the specific example of our propensity to inappropriately judge others to teach His disciples about the Golden Rule of doing unto others as you would have them do to you.In His teaching, Jesus (1) confronts our hypocrisy of being judgmental unnecessarily, (2) cautions us about some people's unwillingness to be corrected in anything, (3) gives us hope that our Father will help us become less judgmental, and (4) gives us the Golden Rule, which should affect every area of our lives. 56:24 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/19 Sun, 18 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 6:25-34 - Silicon valley is a place where we are assaulted every day by the allurement of money. Jesus addresses this issue in the Sermon on the Mount when he commands us to stop laying up treasure on earth and lay up treasure in heaven. In this message we examine Jesus follow up command to "stop be anxious for your life" and the accompanying commands to help us overcome this primary hurdle to us being the kind of people who are unleashed to be generous in meeting the needs of those less fortunate. Matthew 6:25-34 - Silicon valley is a place where we are assaulted every day by the allurement of money. Jesus addresses this issue in the Sermon on the Mount when he commands us to stop laying up treasure on earth and lay up treasure in heaven. In this message we examine Jesus follow up command to "stop be anxious for your life" and the accompanying commands to help us overcome this primary hurdle to us being the kind of people who are unleashed to be generous in meeting the needs of those less fortunate. 49:53 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/18 Sun, 11 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 6:19-24 - In this passage Jesus commands us to stop "laying up treasures on earth" and to start "laying up treasure in heaven". He concludes with the sober warning "you cannot serve God and mammon". In the first part of this two-part message we will examine why this is so important for the Christian, who is to be marked with a zeal for good works, and how we are to do this. Next week we will examine the primary hurdle to unleashing our resources to be used by God. Matthew 6:19-24 - In this passage Jesus commands us to stop "laying up treasures on earth" and to start "laying up treasure in heaven". He concludes with the sober warning "you cannot serve God and mammon". In the first part of this two-part message we will examine why this is so important for the Christian, who is to be marked with a zeal for good works, and how we are to do this. Next week we will examine the primary hurdle to unleashing our resources to be used by God. 49:53 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/17 Sun, 04 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 6:5-14 - In the midst of Jesus teaching His disciples not to practice their righteousness to be seen my men, He gives us a working model for prayer. Using this as a springboard, we examine what Scripture says about the importance of prayer. Understanding what prayer is and the character of the One to whom we are praying, should cause us to pray with expectancy, knowing that God will hear us and will always answer for our good and His glory. Matthew 6:5-14 - In the midst of Jesus teaching His disciples not to practice their righteousness to be seen my men, He gives us a working model for prayer. Using this as a springboard, we examine what Scripture says about the importance of prayer. Understanding what prayer is and the character of the One to whom we are praying, should cause us to pray with expectancy, knowing that God will hear us and will always answer for our good and His glory. 51:47 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/16 Sun, 28 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 6:1-18 - In this passage we are confronted with a warning from Jesus "Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them...otherwise you will have no reward with your Father who is in heaven". It is a sobering reality that we often times miss out on the Fathers reward because we have settled instead for the honor of men. But it is encouraging to realize that when disregard the recognition of man, Father who sees all rewards us according to his greatness and glory. Matthew 6:1-18 - In this passage we are confronted with a warning from Jesus "Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them...otherwise you will have no reward with your Father who is in heaven". It is a sobering reality that we often times miss out on the Fathers reward because we have settled instead for the honor of men. But it is encouraging to realize that when disregard the recognition of man, Father who sees all rewards us according to his greatness and glory. 38:37 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/15 Sun, 21 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 5:38-48 - Isaac speaks to Crossings about Common Grace Matthew 5:38-48 - Isaac speaks to Crossings about Common Grace 51:02 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/14 Sun, 14 Jan 2007 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 5:27-37 - Jesus continues with his explanation of the righteous expectation for kingdom living. As Jesus proclaims the intended higher standard for kingdom living, He challenges the Pharisees' perversion of the Law respecting adultery, divorce, and oaths. Jesus provides His disciples with the Law's intended meaning (the spirit of the Law), which was contrary to the legalistic standard that was taught by the Pharisees. Matthew 5:27-37 - Jesus continues with his explanation of the righteous expectation for kingdom living. As Jesus proclaims the intended higher standard for kingdom living, He challenges the Pharisees' perversion of the Law respecting adultery, divorce, and oaths. Jesus provides His disciples with the Law's intended meaning (the spirit of the Law), which was contrary to the legalistic standard that was taught by the Pharisees. 48:46 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/13 Sun, 31 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 5:17-26 - There is a "surpassing righteousness" that is necesary for entrance into the kingdom of heaven. The sobering reality is that we don't have this righteousness. The good news is that Jesus does! In this message we will examine Jesus statement in regard to the law and prophets "I did not come to abolish but to fulfill" and see how this is both bad news and good news for sinners Matthew 5:17-26 - There is a "surpassing righteousness" that is necesary for entrance into the kingdom of heaven. The sobering reality is that we don't have this righteousness. The good news is that Jesus does! In this message we will examine Jesus statement in regard to the law and prophets "I did not come to abolish but to fulfill" and see how this is both bad news and good news for sinners 38:50 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/12 Sun, 17 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 5:13-16 - After Jesus lays out the beatitudes, the general description of those fit for the kingdom of God, He tells His disciples how those who evidence the beatitudes from the heart will impact this world. Jesus's true disciples will be salt by acting as a preservative of the earth and bringing the flavors of joy, peace, grace, and the abundant life to people called into the kingdom. Jesus's true disciples will be light by exposing the darkness of this world while revealing God's righteousness. Matthew 5:13-16 - After Jesus lays out the beatitudes, the general description of those fit for the kingdom of God, He tells His disciples how those who evidence the beatitudes from the heart will impact this world. Jesus's true disciples will be salt by acting as a preservative of the earth and bringing the flavors of joy, peace, grace, and the abundant life to people called into the kingdom. Jesus's true disciples will be light by exposing the darkness of this world while revealing God's righteousness. 56:35 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/11 Sun, 10 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 5:2-12 - Jesus teaches His disciples about the requirements for living as His disciple. He starts His requirements with the beatitudes, the basic priciples by which all of His disciples must live. It is clear that we cannot meet these standards and should be convicted by them. However, Jesus has lived up to the standards on our behalf and His sacrifice is sufficient for our shortcomings as will become evident later in our study of Matthew. Matthew 5:2-12 - Jesus teaches His disciples about the requirements for living as His disciple. He starts His requirements with the beatitudes, the basic priciples by which all of His disciples must live. It is clear that we cannot meet these standards and should be convicted by them. However, Jesus has lived up to the standards on our behalf and His sacrifice is sufficient for our shortcomings as will become evident later in our study of Matthew. 34:21 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/10 Sun, 03 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 5:1-7:29 - Reading of the Sermon on the Mount Matthew 5:1-7:29 - Reading of the Sermon on the Mount 20:12 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/9 Sun, 26 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 4:23-5:3 - Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe invites broken people to enter His kingdom so that He can heal them and teach them. He is on a recruitment campaign to populate His kingdom with people who like you and me, who need help. This is Good news! This is the Gospel. In this message we will unpack the assumption that Jesus is in fact the Ultimate and Supreme Authority of the universe as it was demonstrated in His ministry and teaching. Second we will unpack the reality that this supreme authority of the Universe really is seeking after broken people to be in His kingdom. Matthew 4:23-5:3 - Jesus Christ, the King of the Universe invites broken people to enter His kingdom so that He can heal them and teach them. He is on a recruitment campaign to populate His kingdom with people who like you and me, who need help. This is Good news! This is the Gospel. In this message we will unpack the assumption that Jesus is in fact the Ultimate and Supreme Authority of the universe as it was demonstrated in His ministry and teaching. Second we will unpack the reality that this supreme authority of the Universe really is seeking after broken people to be in His kingdom. 49:12 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/8 Sun, 19 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Sean Barber Matthew 4:12-22 - Sean speaks to Crossings about repentance. Matthew 4:12-22 - Sean speaks to Crossings about repentance. 36:45 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/7 Sun, 12 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 4:1-11 - Matthew continues documenting the facts establishing that Jesus is the long-awaited Messiah. Immediately following the public proclamation by the Father that Jesus is His beloved Son, Jesus is escorted into the wilderness by the Spirit to be tempted by the devil. Jesus is tempted for 40 days while fasting. Matthew documents three specific temptations that occur after Jesus had been fasting for 40 days. The devil tempts Jesus in the areas of physical needs, misapplication of the Word of God, and with power and possessions. Jesus’s responses to the temptations come from Scripture. Though Jesus never excused Himself from the human experience during the temptations, He was without sin, one of the essential proofs of His ability to be the perfect sacrifice for our sins. Matthew 4:1-11 - Matthew continues documenting the facts establishing that Jesus is the long-awaited Messiah. Immediately following the public proclamation by the Father that Jesus is His beloved Son, Jesus is escorted into the wilderness by the Spirit to be tempted by the devil. Jesus is tempted for 40 days while fasting. Matthew documents three specific temptations that occur after Jesus had been fasting for 40 days. The devil tempts Jesus in the areas of physical needs, misapplication of the Word of God, and with power and possessions. Jesus’s responses to the temptations come from Scripture. Though Jesus never excused Himself from the human experience during the temptations, He was without sin, one of the essential proofs of His ability to be the perfect sacrifice for our sins. 48:10 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/6 Sun, 05 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Isaac Zamora Matthew 3 - Isaac speaks to Crossings about the Baptism of Jesus Matthew 3 - Isaac speaks to Crossings about the Baptism of Jesus 33:36 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/5 Sun, 22 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 2:13-23 - In this familiar passage the gospel writer continues to build his case for the reality that Jesus is the Messiah. He gives compelling evidence from Jesus' early infancy that He is no ordinary child. Fulfilled prophesies as well as Herod's intense assault against the infant combine with divine guidance and protection to force the reader to consider that something significant is taking place...God himself has shown up! Matthew 2:13-23 - In this familiar passage the gospel writer continues to build his case for the reality that Jesus is the Messiah. He gives compelling evidence from Jesus' early infancy that He is no ordinary child. Fulfilled prophesies as well as Herod's intense assault against the infant combine with divine guidance and protection to force the reader to consider that something significant is taking place...God himself has shown up! 42:44 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/4 Sun, 15 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 2:1-12 - As Matthew continues on in his presentation of Jesus as the Messiah, he evidences various principles of authentic worship. The Gentile magi travelled a great distance as they were directed to the Savior by God, openly proclaimed in Jerusalem that Jesus was the King of the Jews, had an intimate heart-level connection with the Savior, unashamedly worshiped the Savior, and presented Him with gifts of their treasures. Matthew shows us by the magi's example how we are to respond to the truth of who Jesus is. Matthew 2:1-12 - As Matthew continues on in his presentation of Jesus as the Messiah, he evidences various principles of authentic worship. The Gentile magi travelled a great distance as they were directed to the Savior by God, openly proclaimed in Jerusalem that Jesus was the King of the Jews, had an intimate heart-level connection with the Savior, unashamedly worshiped the Savior, and presented Him with gifts of their treasures. Matthew shows us by the magi's example how we are to respond to the truth of who Jesus is. 50:01 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/3 Sun, 08 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Tom Tanquary Matthew 1:18-25 - In this second message we are confronted with one of the most foundational, yet most profound statements of Christianity. This Jesus who Matthew makes every effort to show is the Son of Abraham and the Son of David is also the Son of God, or "Immanuel, God with us". This is an amazing statement, but if we are not careful we can glance over it with little or no impact on us. The aim of this message is not only to ground believers in the foundational truth that Jesus was born fully God and fully man through the miraculous conception by the Holy Spirit, but to be blown away and encouraged with the fact that Jesus is "Immanuel, God with us!" Matthew 1:18-25 - In this second message we are confronted with one of the most foundational, yet most profound statements of Christianity. This Jesus who Matthew makes every effort to show is the Son of Abraham and the Son of David is also the Son of God, or "Immanuel, God with us". This is an amazing statement, but if we are not careful we can glance over it with little or no impact on us. The aim of this message is not only to ground believers in the foundational truth that Jesus was born fully God and fully man through the miraculous conception by the Holy Spirit, but to be blown away and encouraged with the fact that Jesus is "Immanuel, God with us!" 47:04 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/2 Sun, 01 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0000 Trevor Zink Matthew 1:1-17 - Matthew’s gospel was written to a Jewish audience, or those who had an understanding of Judaism. He opens his gospel with a presentation of his subject, Jesus who is the Christ. He then sets the tone for his gospel by starting on his mission to prove that Jesus is the promised Messiah. The starting point of his evidence is the foundational, provable fact that Jesus is the Son of David, the Son of Abraham. In going through the “legal” genealogy of Jesus, Matthew intentionally names many “scandalous” individuals who are known for lying, adultery, murder, prostitution, incest, wickedness, displeasing God, or being a Gentile. While the Jewish leaders of the time would scoff at a person from such a background, Matthew confidently says, in his own way, “Behold the Savior”. Matthew 1:1-17 - Matthew’s gospel was written to a Jewish audience, or those who had an understanding of Judaism. He opens his gospel with a presentation of his subject, Jesus who is the Christ. He then sets the tone for his gospel by starting on his mission to prove that Jesus is the promised Messiah. The starting point of his evidence is the foundational, provable fact that Jesus is the Son of David, the Son of Abraham. In going through the “legal” genealogy of Jesus, Matthew intentionally names many “scandalous” individuals who are known for lying, adultery, murder, prostitution, incest, wickedness, displeasing God, or being a Gentile. While the Jewish leaders of the time would scoff at a person from such a background, Matthew confidently says, in his own way, “Behold the Savior”. 51:32 clean http://www.crossingscommunity.com/sermons/1 Sun, 24 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0000