Cross Road Church Wichita: Recent Episodes
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Pastor Mark Cress explains from the fifth letter to the seven churches that outward signs of life mean nothing if a church is asleep or dead inwardly. The call is to wake from slumber and allow the Holy Spirit's life to animate the church.
A church that does not preserve biblical revelation on right and wrong endears itself to the culture, but not to the Son of God. Pastor Mark Cress calls the church out of unhealthy compromise.
The third church among the seven is confronted by Jesus. Pastor Mark Cress unfolds the dynamics of wrongful compromise and its remedy. Rev. 2:12-17
Pastor Mark Cress shows from Scripture that when the church/the believer suffers, it is both revealing about us, and opportune for God's kingdom. How are we to respond when the outlook is righteous suffering?
Right actions, but from a heart that is not in the right place: that was the problem of the church in Revelation 2:1-7. Pastor Mark Cress explains, and issues a call to revive faded love of God.
In this message from Revelation ch. 1, Pastor Mark Cress introduces the book and makes contemporary applications from the fact that literal letters were sent to literal churches.
In this message from Psalm 103:1-5, Mark Cress underscores the biblical practice of remembering God's faithful action in our lives in the past, as we face the present and future.
Five things that the Lord provided Jonah, the rebellious yet given-a-second-chance prophet, are explored and applied in this message from Pastor Mark Cress (book of Jonah).
Jochebed, the mother of Moses, lived out faith, while Pharaoh lived out fear. Pastor Mark Cress calls people to a life of faith in this Mother's Day message. Exod. 1 - 2, Heb. 11:23-27, 1 John 4:18.
In the final message of this series, Pastor Brad Cooper explains that contamination spreads in a way that holiness does not. The people of God should not take false confidence in 'holy by association'. It's also a matter of the heart. Haggai 2:10-23
In part 2 of this 3-part series, Pastor Brad Cooper encourages the people of God to be courageous and strong as we seek the next move of God in our midst. Haggai 2:1-9
Haggai chapter 1. Pastor Brad Cooper challenges us to give our highest attention to the things of God, not our 'personal kingdoms'.
One part of Christ's ministry tends to be neglected in sermons & church services, even though it gives hope and blessing, and underscores the perfection of God's Kingdom. Pastor Rick Scovel provides an overview to this ministry, which resulted in the contents of the 27th book of the New Testament.
Out of the Scriptures and his own life, Pastor Brad Cooper proclaims the timeless message of Easter/Resurrection Sunday. 1 Corinthians 15
Palm Sunday is bittersweet, for the death of Jesus will come shortly after an entry into Jerusalem that is celebratory. Pastor Lyle Whitmore unpacks the themes that begin Holy Week.(Luke 19:28-40, Matthew 27:15-23)
Pastor Lyle Whitmore unpacks belief in the forgiveness of sins, drawing from notorious sins of David, and makes practical application to our lives today. 2 Sam. 11, Psalm 51, Psalm 32.
In our series of the foundations of the Christian faith, Pastor Brad Cooper discusses the universal church.
Acts 1:8, John ch 16. Pastor Brad Cooper teaches on the source of power & guidance in the believer's life.
The God and Gospel of grace do not mean that there is no accountability. Pastor Brad Cooper teaches the creedal truth of Acts 10:42 and places this in the context of seven kinds of judgements in Scripture. Matthew 16:27, 25:31-32, Rev. 1:7, John 5:22.
Pastor Lyle Whitmore lays out the significance of Jesus' death and resurrection. John 19:30
Pastor Brad Cooper directs out attention to the importance of Jesus, in theology, in history, and in the canon of all the biblical books.
Why does it matter?: the belief that God created the world and exists? Pastor Brad Cooper explains, drawing from Job ch. 38 & more.
In this exposition of Psalm 11, Pastor Rick Scovel challenges us that when we feel targeted & stressed, there is a God Who offers refuge.
God views us as His unique creation (Gen. ch. 1) and, through Christ, even masterpieces (Eph. 2:10). Pastor Brad Cooper encourages to look at others & ourselves through these truths.
Our actions and Jesus' role are two issues of the highest importance (1 John 5:12, John 1:12). Drawing from Rom. 3:23 and 6:23, Pastor Brad Cooper shows how the world's religions do not address our highest point of need, but Jesus does.
Pastor Brad Cooper wraps up the season of Advent/Christmas messages -- and anticipates the new year -- in this reflection on God's sovereign timing (Luke 2:1-7, Gal. 4, Eccl. 3).
Pastor Lyle Whitmore surveys some of what individuals variously put their hope in. Which "hope" has the most reliable basis? The experiences of Simeon and Anna (Luke 2:25-38) point to the answer.
Pastor Brad Cooper encourages us with the reminder that those in Christ are chosen to be a wonderful centerpiece, masterpiece, of God. Both Advents (there are two!) are times of expectation in the narrative of God's saving plan. Eph. 2:10, John 1:12
Sharing and sacrifices . . . Christmas challenges our sense of generosity of self. What if individuals committed to sacrifice, because of Christ, banded together? Drawing on Hebrews 13 and Acts 2, Pastor Brad Cooper explains that the local church is not a country club, but is called to be a blessing to all.
In our busy pursuits of the season, we might resemble a Bethlehem innkeeper during a season of travel, a census, and personal material benefits. Pastor Brad Cooper challenges us not to miss the most important part of Christmas.
On Thanksgiving weekend, Pastor Lyle Whitmore explores the Apostle Paul's exhortation to thankfulness, and also provides clarity on what can be confusing to us as we navigate through life and its decisions: how to know God's will.
The final message in our Armor of God series provides an exposition of Eph. 6:18-20 by Pastor Rick Scovel, with practical input on how those suited up in God's armor can then execute God's battle plan.
The most precious gift of God through Christ is also one of the fundamental pieces of the armor of God. Pastor Brad Cooper focuses on the helmet of salvation in this message from Ephesians 6:17.
The main defensive weapon of the armor is given exposition and application by Pastor Brad Cooper in this meditation on Ephesians 6:16.
We might not think of them as weapons, but the Roman soldier's sandals had defensive, offensive, and psychological-warfare functions. Pastor Lyle Whitmore explains this poorly-understood piece of the Christian's armor and challenges us to be ready with the gospel (Eph. 6:15).
Continuing our look at Ephesians 6:14, Pastor Brad Cooper discusses our unrighteousness as human beings, Christ's righteousness, the devil's attacks, and how the righteousness of the believer plays a part of a victorious Christian life.
The first piece listed of the spiritual armor of God is explained by Pastor Brad Cooper.
In this introductory message on our Armor of God series, Pastor Brad Cooper distinguishes between the war and the battle, and pinpoints that people are not going to dress for battle if they're unaware there's a threat. Become oriented to true Christian living, as the apostles taught, in this candid look at Ephesians 6:10-13, and other passages in Revelation 12 and Isaiah 14.
God did not create the world and then abandon it. This and other truths are clear in what took place when Solomon died and his son, Rehoboam, was about to be made king. Pastor Rick Scovel leads us through 2 Chronicles chapter 10, and other portions of Samuel and Kings.
When there are transitions, we have choices to make. Drawing on Joshua 1:1-9 and Numbers 33:1-2, Pastor Brad Cooper outlines three choices that we have, and how God tends to "move" His people along His plan.
The Great Announcement and the Commission (Matt. 28:18-20) lay at the heart of these additional core values of Cross Road Church. Pastor Rusty Mott challenges believers to live out these central biblical priorities.
"Preach the Word" is one of the core, biblical values of the Church universal, and therefore of Cross Road Church. Drawing on the book of Nehemiah, Pastor Rusty Mott explains the "three way conversation" that is preaching.
In a study of Genesis chapter 5 --- the first genealogy in the Bible --- Pastor Lyle Whitmore highlights the truth that God is a God of details. Avoidance of biblical genealogies is common, yet these are still part of the Bible, and the details of Gen. 5 bear a connection to another, major storyline.
What is it like to encounter God? How is it possible for a sinner to be on mission for a holy God? Guest speaker Jimmie Neel (Director of Missions, Sabine Neches Baptist Area) leads us through the truths of Isaiah 6:1-8.
In part 2 of this two-part series, Pastor Rusty Mott covers the wrongful adoration given to two Gospel-driven men, and then discusses "three ships" involved in carrying the gospel.
Stay, leave, stay silent, speak . . . what does the gospel call the Christ-follower to do? Pastor Rusty Mott unfolds practical insights from the ministry of Paul and Barnabas.
Pastor Rusty Mott warns believers against spiritual stagnation and apathy in this expository message from 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12. Want to know God's will for your life? Are you on the road of "worldification" or sanctification, and how can you tell the difference? Is life together with other imperfect persons in the faith worth it? Hear biblical answers.
A lesser-known parable of Jesus is given exposition by Pastor Rick Scovel. What does it mean today? Isn't it just about Israel? How can "fruit" be a spiritual word? Do I need to have fruit? Be challenged by the Parable of the Fig Tree.
Those in the Parables of the Treasure in a Field, and the Costly Pearl, may have looked ridiculous to others but they did not care. What if we sought Christ with such decisiveness? Pastor Rusty Mott points to the spiritual lessons of these passages.
In the concluding message of the SEEK series, Pastor Rusty Mott applies the account of Martha & Mary to our walk of faith today.
Pastor Rusty Mott takes us through Colossians 3:1-17, where we are shown what it means to seek God in light of the risen Christ, and in light of personally knowing Him.
"Consider your ways" was God's message to the troubled returning exiles in the 6th century B.C., and it can be Step 1 for transformation in our lives today. Join Pastor Rusty Mott in this study of what it means to seek God, which does not 'just happen'.
Approaching God's Word, what is that really supposed to look like? Simple exposure and reading, seeking entertainment, using it against others, seeking novel insights for Self, getting mad?Pastor Rusty Mott's exposition of James 1:19-25 gets to the heart of the matter.
Contemporary culture is incoherent about truth. Pastor Lyle Whitmore examines John 18:28-40, and other verses in John, where we see not only that the Bible gives clarity to the topic, but raises the practical question of our response to truth.
Salvation is past, present, and future. How are we to understand all this personally, especially when trials are part of life? Pastor Rusty Mott notes cultural misperceptions of 'blessing', teaches some theological terms that pertain to this passage, and then calls us to keep going!
Possessions and riches, and the lack of them: how are believers to respond/orient? Pastor Rusty Mott provides instruction from James 1:9-11.
Pastor Rusty Mott takes us through a portion of God's Word that points us away from insecure security to true solidity.
God's wisdom is available, but do we know we need it? If we see our need and ask God for it, is it the request of a doubter? Pastor Rusty Mott walks us through the provisions and challenges of James 1:5-8.
Pastor Rusty Mott provides insights on the seemingly absurd imperative to consider it joy when we experience trials. How can this be? And what's the point?
The brother of Jesus could have promoted himself in many ways and exalted descriptions. But, on the contrary, how he identifies himself evidences the power and truth of the message of Christianity. Pastor Rusty Mott explains.
The resurrection of Jesus is indispensable to Christianity; one does not have to check one's brain at the door to believe. Pastor Rusty Mott proclaims the Christian message from Mark 16:1-8.
In this message from Hebrews 13:7-17, Pastor Rusty Mott calls believers to the courage to bear being perceived negatively, even as Jesus went outside the city courageously to fulfill the mission.
Pastor Rusty Mott turns to 1 John ch. 4 in this episode of the God of ___ series, which examines what it means that God is a God of love.
The God of Justice, proclaimed in Isa. 30:1-18, is also the One Who exalts Himself to grant mercy and rest. Pastor Rusty Mott explains.
Hope dependent on circumstances is contrasted with the hope spoken of in Rom. 15:13 by Pastor Rusty Mott.
Pastor Rusty Mott calls attention to the fact that believers have a God of encouragement (Romans 15:1-6). And we are called to encourage one another.
We are like Israel: we ask for a king, and we have a king/King. But is it the rightful King?, asks Pastor Rusty Mott.
Serving the LORD only does not occur when there are still Baals and Ashtoreths in our lives. Pastor Rusty Mott issues calls to both repenting and raising an Ebenezer (v. 12) from the events recorded in 1 Samuel chapter 7.
God's glory will not be manipulated or compromised. Pastor Rusty Mott traces the Ark's journeys in Philistine hands and back to Israel, and applies lessons to our lives today.
The themes of divine judgement and glory departed are applied to our lives by Pastor Rusty Mott, as he covers chapter 4 of First Samuel.
Do we know when God is speaking? Young Samuel grows in the knowledge of the LORD in this famous Old Testament passage. Pastor Rusty Mott applies First Samuel chapter 3 to our lives today.
Pastor Rusty Mott explains the word of the Lord given to Eli the priest, the Priesthood of believers, and points us to the High Priest Himself.
Hannah's response is about God, not self and a focus on her own story. What is our "song" like? Pastor Rusty Mott brings 1 Samuel 2:1-11 to our doorstep.
From desperation to consecration, the themes of 1 Samuel chapter 1 speak to our lives today. Pastor Rusty Mott encourages us in God's Word.
In a message given on New Year's Day, Pastor Rusty Mott exhorts us with 1 Thessalonians 4:1-12 to live to please God.
Are we more like King Herod or the Magi? Pastor Rusty Mott challenges us personally concerning the war on Christmas that is recorded in Matthew 2:1-12.
Non-stop action vs. stillness before God. Pastor Rusty Mott issues a call to accept the invitation of Psalm 46.
Christmas chaos is there from the beginning. Pastor Rusty Mott helps us to behold Christ in the midst of our own personal chaos.
Drawing from the book of Philemon, Pastor Brad Cooper maps out a biblical principles for dealing with conflict.
Drawing from the book of Philemon, Pastor Brad Cooper maps out a biblical principles for dealing with conflict.
Pastor Rusty Mott takes us through Cross Road's Statement of Faith, whose basis is Scriptural authority, 2 Tim. 3:16-17. (Note: audio has technical difficulties in places, but this does not hinder intelligibility.)
Acts 20:17-32 is featured in this message on the importance of church membership by Pastor Rusty Mott.
Prayer is a major priority for Christ-followers, as Colossians 4:2-6 show, in this message by Pastor Rusty Mott.
Pastor Rusty Mott, in a message entitled "Carry-Out Gospel", shows how Christ's supremacy transforms home and work in this study of Colossians 3:18 - 4:1.
We have a new "wardrobe", new community, and new song, if we've accepted Christ. Pastor Rick Scovel unpacks Colossians 3:12-17.
In teaching through Colossians 3:5-11, Pastor Rusty Mott challenges us to address our various sins by prioritizing time with Jesus.
Pastor Rusty Mott challenges us through a look at Colossians 3:1-4 to be so heavenly minded that we're of earthly good, in part 5 of the Rooted series.
On the occasion of our 20th birthday as a local church, Pastor Rusty Mott discusses the vision and mission of Cross Road.
Exposition and application of Colossians 2:16-23 by Pastor Rusty Mott, in part 4 of the Rooted series.
Jesus is the answer to being held by the philosophies of the age. Pastor Rusty Mott in part 3 of Rooted.
In the second part of this series, Pastor Rusty Mott takes us to the first Psalm to show us how we can be rooted.
Pastor Rusty continues our series "Peace, Love, Summer" with a message from 1 Corinthians 13.
Pastor Rusty continues our series "Peace, Love, Summer" with a message from 1 Corinthians 13:1-3.
Pastor Rick explores the "loves" of the last days, which lead to difficult times, and the two God-honoring loves that are the remedy to those. 2 Timothy 3:1-2. Matthew 22:34-40.
Pastor Rusty continues our series Peace, Love, Summer with a message from Luke 10:38-42
Pastor Lyle challenges us to "keep the main thing the main thing", in a message for the Jesus over Everything series.
Pastor Rusty starts a news series walking through the book of Colossians. Colossians 1:1-8.
On Evangelism Sunday, Pastor Rusty preaches a message about being a compassionate evangelist. Matthew 9.
Pastor Rusty starts a 2 week series titled "1Flesh- God's Design for Intimacy." Genesis 1:27-31
Pastor Rusty preaches a special message about the importance of being connected to the body of Christ.
Pastor Brad wraps up our series in Titus with a message on the importance of community.
Pastor Rusty continues his series from Titus with a message titled "Comment Culture." Titus 3:8-11
Pastor Rusty continues his series in Titus with a message titled "Gospel Foundations." Titus 3:7-11
Pastor Rusty continues his series in the book of Titus with a message titled "People Problems." Titus 3:1-2