Crossroads Church, Avon, IN: Recent Episodes
Crossroads Church, Avon, IN
Jesus clearly stated He did not come to bring religion, rules or rituals, but that we might have life to the full (John 10:10). At Crossroads you can come as you are and that doesn’t just mean what you wear on the outside; it also includes the inside. You can come with your pain, guilt, and past mistakes and find healing, grace, and hope for the future.
Communications Director Nick Schall shares about a few things to look forward to at Crossroads Church.
Outreach Pastor Ashlee Mullin interviews Steve Klinger about his involvement with Soles For Jesus.
Friday Devos are short devotionals put together every Friday by various Crossroads staff members.
Friday Devos are short devotionals put together by Crossroads staff members and released every Friday.
Communications Director Nick Schall joins the podcast to share 3 lessons that he learned while battling COVID19.
Crossroads Student/Young Adult Pastor Josh Mullin joins the podcast to share some thoughts about viewing suffering as an equation, and how this can help our spiritual growth.
Crossroads Kids Pastor Matt Lema joins the podcast to share from the story of Abraham and how we can always trust God's promises, even when His timing doesn't match our timing.
Friend of the podcast Ashlee Mullin shares a devotional about what she's learning during these 21 Days of Prayer.
Crossroads' Worship and Small Groups Pastor Patrick Smith joins the podcast to share what we can learn from Simone Biles stepping away from competition in the Olympics.
Crossroads Kids Pastor Matt Lema joins the Crossroads Podcast to share some thoughts about sheep, a passage in the Bible, and how we can use what we've learned to grow closer to our Savior.
Crossroads Student & Young Adult Pastor Josh Mullin reflects on what he's learned from transitioning his son from the bottle to solid food and how that applies to our spiritual lives.
Worship and Small Groups Pastor Patrick Smith shares a devotional about choosing joy and the happiness that comes as a result.
Communications Director Nick Schall shares a devotional pulled from a statement Jesus made during His Sermon on the Mount.
Communications Director Nick Schall shares about the most exciting things coming up on the Crossroads calendar!
Crossroads Kids Pastor Matt Lema joins the podcast to share a devotional about giving up control of your busy, hectic life.
Crossroads' Communications Director Nick Schall fills you in on the most exciting things coming up on the Crossroads calendar!
In today's devo, Student and Young Adult Pastor Josh Mullin shares some thoughts about what our words reflect.
Communications Director Nick Schall shares about the most exciting things on the Crossroads calendar.
In today's episode, Crossroads Worship & Small Groups Pastor Patrick Smith shares a devotional from John 5.
Communications Director Nick Schall shares some of the most exciting things on the Crossroads calendar.
MDWK is your weekly update featuring the most exciting things coming up on the Crossroads calendar.
MDWK is your weekly 2-3 minute update about the most exciting things on the Crossroads calendar.
Communications Director Nick Schall shares about some special things coming up in the month of June.
Communications Director Nick Schall shares a brief update about what's coming up at Crossroads! Music by Darren Cooper
Join COmmunications Director Nick Schall for a brief update about what's coming up at Crossroads. Music by Darren Cooper
Communications Director Nick Schall shares about what's coming up at Crossroads!
Music by Darren Cooper
Communications Director Nick Schall shares about what's coming up at Crossroads!
Music by Darren Cooper
Communications Director Nick Schall provides an update of what's coming up at Crossroads! Song by Darren Cooper
Communications Director Nick Schall highlights what's coming up in the relatively near future!
All of us either have, or will have at some time, what is defined as the lowest moment in our life. The lowest moment in Jesus’ life truly was when His tortured body was in the grave and He was dead. The joy and power of the resurrection is that...
Many of us struggle with consistency. We diet one day and blow it the next. Nowhere is this struggle more apparent than living in freedom in Christ. We get focused on our situations that we want to change, while God wants to change us because he...
The words that we chose to speak have the power to shape the outcome of our lives. So many of us know this truth, yet we find ourselves saying things that weigh us and those around us down. Words become reality and we must learn how to filter the...
Our minds are so powerful that we can convince ourselves of things that aren’t even true. Thoughts become voices telling us we aren’t good enough, we should be afraid, or we will never change. These strongholds hold us back from our potential....
The first followers of Jesus were afraid and probably confused about the direction life was going after His crucifixion and burial. But, after Jesus appeared alive from the empty tomb, they had a different perspective. Instead of life looking...
Jesus used many metaphors to describe Himself to others, and one of those was a rock. On one occasion, He instructed that this rock could be rejected or accepted. If we reject it, we will be crushed by it, but if we accept it, our lives will be...
Note: There are many times where the message is "interrupted" by a story/example of unforgiveness. These are part of the message.
Sometimes we think it will take a miracle to keep a marriage together. Interestingly, the very first miracle that the gospel’s record Jesus doing was at a wedding. He still wants to show up at weddings today and do miracles today.
We live in a culture that is full of contracts. We sign leases, loans, mortgages and countless other documents. Each of these is born out of the idea of mistrust and suspicion that the other party will fail. Marriage is not a contract, it’s a...
There is something that everyone can do, but no one can do it for us. It is the ultimate reason for which we exist and were created. The problem comes. when we direct it toward something or someone other than what was intended. This weekend...
In 1 Thessalonians we are told to pray continually. In Luke Jesus tells the disciples that they should always pray, and earlier in the Bible, we even learn that Daniel prayed 3 times a day! Obviously, the Bible is telling us that prayer is important,...
Life has a way of coming at us with joy robbers that seek to deflate, defeat and even destroy our peace. Trials, tribulations and testings can push our buttons and seek to steal our joy. But, we don’t have to allow it. Discover the simple steps...
What has Christmas come to mean to you? Not what others think or do with it. Is your heart alive with Christmas joy? The good news is that it can be, because the real ingredients of joy aren’t tinsel and trees, but more our attitude and actions,...
When you see things through the eyes of faith, God always is bigger than your problems. Fear, anxiety, and hopelessness melt away in the sight of His presence. God’s invitation is to live with our eyes wide open, looking ahead, so that we might...
When your spiritual eyes are opened, you will recognize that you’re not alone. God is with you, and He has a purpose in your storm. You are His child, and will never leave or abandon you. Now is the time to allow faith to rise up within you,...
The Bible instructs that we can allow strongholds to be built up in our lives. These are areas where we might do things we don’t really want to do, areas of weakness and defeat. God’s will is for everyone to live in freedom. “Whom the Son...
Many people are unaware that the Bible teaches there are three distinct baptisms we can experience. Some people only have one, while others two, but we receive power as we step into all three. If you want all that God has available to you, don’t...
Often the Christian life is depicted as a battle against unseen forces. In other words, what you see is not all there is. That might seem scary or even intimidating, but the good news is that we are not alone in this battle. We have even been...
We live in a culture that struggles with staying in relationships for the long-haul. Fueling this is an attitude that is often quick to take offense. Since problems, conflict and unmet expectations are a part of life, what can we do to navigate...
We make decisions and then our decisions make us. This makes for a lot of pressure in the daily choices of our lives. What can help us make better decisions and live with fewer regrets? Maybe you’ve already learned that God can put people in our...
Why are we so easily distracted? Why does it seem like we cant stay on course with the plans that God has for our lives? Jesus paints a clear picture in the book of Matthew of the four tactics the enemy uses to distract us from the path that God...
Have you ever been in a hurry to get somewhere and fall behind a driver that seems to have nowhere to go fast? As frustrating as that can be, it doesn’t compare to the fact that some seem to have nowhere to go in life. God never intended for us...
What happens after we say “Amen” can be just as important as what happens prior. We need to pray like it depends on God, but then work like it all depends on us. When we pray like Jesus taught, we can experience a power that demonstrates the...
We all experience trials and temptations. God wants us to pray every day for protection from the Enemy and for victory over temptation. The good news is that even though temptation and evil are a constant presence in our world, we have a way out and...
We live in a culture where people seem comfortable in living with debt. However, owing people forgiveness is a lot different than owing money. As we confess our sins and freely receive God’s grace, we are able to daily forgive others by extending...
Jesus teaches that we should ask the Father to give us daily bread. Obviously Jesus wasn’t telling His disciples to pray only for bread. God actually wants us to ask Him daily for natural and supernatural provision while trusting Him to supply.
Much of Jesus’ model prayer is focused on petitioning God. This weekend begins the shift regarding the appropriate way of asking God for our needs. When we are submitted to God’s will and dominion in our lives, He wants us to ask for everything...
Most of us talk differently on the phone depending upon who we are talking to. Likewise, Jesus’ introduction to teaching about prayer focuses on exactly who are we addressing. If we really understood who it is we’re really speaking with, would...
Many today are struggling with their image. This is perhaps no more prevalent than among our youth. Social media has even made this a greater issue, because we now compare ourselves to people both near and very far away. So, we want to go back to...
We live in a rapid-fire society, where we want to click it and pick it up today. However, when it comes to making promises, we need to be more careful about speaking up too soon. Making hasty decisions can too often lead to regret later. The good...
The dangers of being used of God in special ways are that we can somehow think it’s more about us and less about Him. This way of thinking can lead down a slippery slope that ultimately takes us where we never wanted to go. Join us as we learn...
God is looking for people that will be used to accomplish his purposes in the earth. He’s not just looking for the right man for the job. Instead, we’ll see how He’s often looking around for the right woman for the job. For God, the main...
We live in a culture longing for heroes that will inspire us, and even transport us to place of triumph. A place where we can move beyond the things that hinder us and find something greater than we’ve known. What we’ll discover is that often a...
Home is supposed to be a place we go to get built up, but ends up being a place we are torn down. Come learn about the power of radical acceptance and the joy of fighting for one another rather than against each other.
When a friend hurts you, you can end the friendship... but you are stuck with family. You not only have to carry the weight of that wound, but carry on a wounded relationship. This week we’ll look at how you can move beyond the past and into...
Do you want your family to be blessed or stressed? Do you want to look at the future and laugh or cry? Come learn that you and everyone in your family were made on purpose, with a purpose and for a purpose by God.
It seems so counterintuitive, but it’s when we give ourselves away we find more happiness. As you take care of the needs of others God takes care of you. When you pursue generosity, the reward is greater and greater joy
Contentment isn't just some mysterious emotion that hits you one day; it's a secret that can be learned in the here and now. In this message, we'll explore how we can learn the secret of contentment no matter how much or little we currently have.
Happiness starts with your attitude. Broken thoughts break down happiness like nothing else. But if you fix your thoughts, you fix your life. The more you train your brain to focus on what is truly good, the more you move toward the true happiness...
Throughout history, there have been certain moments and events that, from that point on changed everything. Things were never the same. This Easter, we are going to look at Jesus’ appearance to a woman at the tomb that changed her life. Not only...
Living on point with your faith means guarding your heart. The heart is the wellspring of life and out of it flows faith, love and hope. In this message, we’ll look at the call to guard our hearts, fight the good fight, live generously and trust...
Everyone has a story and your story matters! What God has done in your life is a big deal. Your story can move you to gratitude, motivate others to take next steps of faith, and inspire those you love. In this message, we’ll look at how we can...
Our culture is filled with gadgetry, social media platforms and outlets to help us connect. Yet, many feel depressed, isolated, alone and hurting. As we think about being a neighbor to those around, nothing could express God’s love more than...
Ever wonder how to know who really needs help and what to do next? God’s heart is moved toward the poor therefore, we need to be His hand extended. How do we really know who they are and what we can do? Join us as we discover how to lend a hand...
We live in a culture where racism and it’s effects continue to make the news. Why can’t we all just get along? This problem has been a plague on mankind for centuries, but it doesn’t have to be everywhere. There is a better way and we can...
From its early beginnings, Christianity was a pretty simple message. However, over time it has become painfully complicated. We've added rules, systems and strategies, but Jesus' original mandate was amazingly simple: love your neighbor. Join us...
Every year one of the items that tops our list of resolutions is to enjoy life more. In this message, we’ll look at how to handle worry and stress to bring joy in each day.
Most of us feel the need to get in shape or lose weight. In this message we’ll explore the importance of taking care of ourselves physically and spiritually. We’ll look at how our body and our soul are interconnected and how faith involves caring...
One of the top resolutions every year is to get organized. The key is to give ourselves to what is most important rather than simply the most urgent. In this message we’ll learn to make ultimate things a priority over urgent things and simplify our...
Christmas is a magical time, especially for kids hoping for a new toy. But, as adults, our wishes change to desires for more love in our family, forgiveness, peace of mind, or less stress. The good news is those are some of the very gifts God wants...
The hardest part about miracles is waiting on them. You never know if God’s timing is different than yours, or He might have another plan. We must remember that God keeps working even while you’re waiting. He is faithful, even when your faith is...
A miracle is not something you just ask for and wait to see what happens. You can move toward a miracle by actively taking steps that God has for you. Come learn how to keep your faith alive by keeping your heart engaged.
God wants you to ask Him for whatever we need, including things that might require a miracle. We all want to see Him move powerfully in our lives, but doubt is always a factor. Come hear the story of a couple whose faith and honesty were rewarded in...
What happens when we give? Is there something that we can expect to happen? There are at least three results that the Bible speaks about that can happen when we release what's in our hand to God.
Are you choosing the right motivation? If you have the proper motivation, you can accomplish great things, however, if your source of motivation is wrong, it can hold you back. You’ll be encouraged and challenged to move into the abundant life God...
Mindset is such a powerful part of how we experience life. Those who see the cup half-full are different from those who think it’s half-empty. When we live with a scarcity mindset, we are tempted to hold back and miss the abundance that’s...
The very thought of taking a test may be something we would like to avoid, but sometimes that feeling stems from not being prepared. What if the test was one that God already knew you could pass and not fail? What if God asked you to test Him back so...
Many times in life, we choose to use a temporary fix to solve a problem rather than a permanent solution. The same way we use duct tape to fix physical problems, people use temporary fixes to address deep, spiritual issues. The good news is we...
Disappointment: we have all experienced it. Whether the disappointment is in people, circumstances, or unfulfilled dreams, we all have unmet expectations. When those expectations go unmet for long periods of time we start to believe this is just the...
Is it possible to really hear God today? How do we know if it’s really Him? God wants each of us to trust Him with our future, discover how to be better at it.
Is it possible to really hear God today? How do we know if it’s really Him? God wants each of us to trust Him with our future, discover how to be better at it.
Why do people who should know better often end up way off the path they intended to follow? What if they ignored a simple principle that could have kept them from a life of regret and pain? What if you could discover what they missed and apply this...
What does God want for your life? Ever wonder if you’re making the right decision? When thinking about who to date, where to live, what job to take, it would really help to have some direction, right? Perhaps God cares more about who we are than...
In many aspects, our lives are much like the farmer that sows the seed. It does the farmer no good to get impatient with the harvest. Like many years before, the harvest will come in due season. We need to learn to stand in similar faith in prayer,...
Conventional wisdom can cause disorder, but heavenly wisdom leads to peace. So why don’t we have peace in our homes, jobs, and friendships? Perhaps we are operating with the wrong kind of wisdom.
People talk about how it’s the little things that make a big difference. While this is true in many areas, it’s no more powerful than when it comes to words. Just a little criticism or judgment and terrible results can happen. Similarly, when we...
Do you ever talk to others about having great faith, but neglect to show it in your actions? God wants to do more than fill our heads with religious knowledge, He desires to demonstrate His love through us. It’s not about faith or works, but faith...
Trials come from without, but temptation comes from within. Too often, people would rather blame others, God, and circumstances than admitting to acting on their own desires. Choices lead to habits, and habits set a character moving toward God or...
Someone has said that a faith that’s been tried is one that can be trusted. It is often in the face of adversity that we learn how strong we really are and the ability to overcome. We don’t like tests, but the more we prepare, the more likely we...
If we're honest, sometimes we can feel discouraged by the distance we feel from God. We want to believe in God, but we don’t feel Him near us. Let's take a look at three different reasons we may not be feeling the presence of God.
Prayer can sometimes feel like an Indy race… constantly going in circles with no end in sight. If God’s so good, why doesn't he answer my prayers? Is he even listening? Let's take a deeper look at the power of prayer and answer these questions!
Why do bad things happen to good people? We have all wondered it, so let’s talk about it! Dive into the problem of evil as we think about how our great God works in our not-so-great world.
It’s easy to make assumptions about who God is when we only see Him in the wrong light. We can think, “If God’s so good, then why does He seem like such a killjoy?” Or, “I thought God wanted me to be happy, so why all the rules?” The real...
It seems the issue of politics has gripped the attention of the media and nation in recent years as much as ever. What dominates the headlines doesn't have to dominate our hearts. There is much to be divided over, but only one name can bring us...
There is nothing like getting in the game. Following Jesus is an adventure. It's uncertain. It has its own moments of tension, anticipation, and nail biting. In this message, we will learn how to move from spectator to participator thereby...