Life at Crossroads: Weekly Sermons

Life often brings seasons of testing that expose our inner weaknesses, fears, and shame. In this message from Matthew chapter 4, we examine Jesus facing Satan in the wilderness. When confronted with hunger, doubt, and shortcuts to glory, Jesus anchors Himself entirely in God's word and rests in His Father's care. His victory shows us that real strength comes through dependence rather than self-rel...

Life often brings seasons of testing that expose our inner weaknesses, fears, and shame. In this message from Matthew chapter 4, we examine Jesus facing Satan in the wilderness. When confronted with hunger, doubt, and shortcuts to glory, Jesus anchors Himself entirely in God's word and rests in His Father's care. His victory shows us that real strength comes through dependence rather than self-rel...

Many believers wonder what it truly means to follow God and walk in obedience each day. In Matthew chapter 3, Jesus enters the Jordan River to be baptized by John, setting a clear example for our lives. This divine moment reveals the entire Trinity, showing the Father’s love, the Spirit’s presence, and the Son’s dedication to fulfilling all righteousness. Through this foundational act, Jesus ident...

Many believers wonder what it truly means to follow God and walk in obedience each day. In Matthew chapter 3, Jesus enters the Jordan River to be baptized by John, setting a clear example for our lives. This divine moment reveals the entire Trinity, showing the Father’s love, the Spirit’s presence, and the Son’s dedication to fulfilling all righteousness. Through this foundational act, Jesus ident...

Pastor Todd continues the study through the Gospel of Matthew with an honest look at Matthew 3 and the ministry of John the Baptist. Preparing the way for Jesus, John delivers an urgent call to repent and warns religious leaders against empty traditions that bear no fruit. Genuine repentance involves the head, the heart, and the hands, transforming how we think, feel, and live each day. Have you e...

Pastor Todd continues the study through the Gospel of Matthew with an honest look at Matthew 3 and the ministry of John the Baptist. Preparing the way for Jesus, John delivers an urgent call to repent and warns religious leaders against empty traditions that bear no fruit. Genuine repentance involves the head, the heart, and the hands, transforming how we think, feel, and live each day. Have you e...

In this message from Crossroads, the speaker examines Matthew chapter 2 to reveal how the early life of Jesus Christ fulfills Old Testament prophecy with pinpoint accuracy. By examining Jesus' journey as a fugitive in Egypt, a target of Herod's rage, and a despised resident of Nazareth, we see a savior who embraces humility from the very beginning. This systematic fulfillment of scripture demonstr...

In this message from Crossroads, the speaker examines Matthew chapter 2 to reveal how the early life of Jesus Christ fulfills Old Testament prophecy with pinpoint accuracy. By examining Jesus' journey as a fugitive in Egypt, a target of Herod's rage, and a despised resident of Nazareth, we see a savior who embraces humility from the very beginning. This systematic fulfillment of scripture demonstr...

This sermon from Matthew chapter 2 explores the famous journey of the wise men as they seek the newborn King. Their story highlights the difference between general revelation, seen in the wonders of creation, and special revelation, found directly in the Word of God. As these travelers follow a miraculous star, they demonstrate what it looks like to search for truth with an open heart. How will yo...

This sermon from Matthew chapter 2 explores the famous journey of the wise men as they seek the newborn King. Their story highlights the difference between general revelation, seen in the wonders of creation, and special revelation, found directly in the Word of God. As these travelers follow a miraculous star, they demonstrate what it looks like to search for truth with an open heart. How will yo...

This message explores the birth of Jesus Christ through the eyes of Joseph in Matthew 1. Joseph finds himself in a difficult, unexpected situation when he learns that Mary is pregnant. His plans are completely disrupted, leaving him feeling stuck and fearful. Yet, this challenging moment sets the stage for God's providential plan to unfold, revealing Jesus as Emmanuel, God with us. Are you current...

Matthew 1:1-17 | August 23, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith This message kicks off a new study of the Gospel of Matthew. In this introduction, we look at the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1, exploring how God uses average, flawed people to fulfill His perfect promises. We see that Jesus' family tree is full of liars, deceivers, and outcasts, reminding us that our past does not disqualify us from being us...

Matthew 1:1-17 | August 23, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith This message kicks off a new study of the Gospel of Matthew. In this introduction, we look at the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew 1, exploring how God uses average, flawed people to fulfill His perfect promises. We see that Jesus' family tree is full of liars, deceivers, and outcasts, reminding us that our past does not disqualify us from being us...

Philippians 3:13-14 | August 16, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith Pastor Todd reflects on the faithfulness of God through the lens of Philippians 3 during this special 20th anniversary message. He highlights the Apostle Paul’s mindset of forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead. This timeless principle reminds us that our past should serve as a compass to guide us, not an ancho...

Philippians 3:13-14 | August 16, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith Pastor Todd reflects on the faithfulness of God through the lens of Philippians 3 during this special 20th anniversary message. He highlights the Apostle Paul’s mindset of forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead. This timeless principle reminds us that our past should serve as a compass to guide us, not an ancho...

2 Thessalonians 3:6-15 | August 9, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith In this final message from the 2nd Thessalonians series, Pastor Todd addresses the timeless issue of idleness and the importance of a strong work ethic. Drawing from 2 Thessalonians 3, he explains that work is not a curse, but a grace gift designed by God to reflect His glory. The Apostle Paul's instructions to the Thessalonian church rem...

2 Thessalonians 3:6-15 | August 9, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith In this final message from the 2nd Thessalonians series, Pastor Todd addresses the timeless issue of idleness and the importance of a strong work ethic. Drawing from 2 Thessalonians 3, he explains that work is not a curse, but a grace gift designed by God to reflect His glory. The Apostle Paul's instructions to the Thessalonian church rem...

2 Thessalonians 2:13 - 3:5 | August 2, 2026 | Pastor Jim Stitzinger In this message on 2 Thessalonians 2:13–3:5, we explore what it means to bear the scars of a faithful life. Following Christ in a compromising world inevitably brings challenges, opposition, and pain. The Apostle Paul encourages believers to anchor themselves in their secure position as God’s chosen and loved people. By holding fa...

2 Thessalonians 2:13 - 3:5 | August 2, 2026 | Pastor Jim Stitzinger In this message on 2 Thessalonians 2:13–3:5, we explore what it means to bear the scars of a faithful life. Following Christ in a compromising world inevitably brings challenges, opposition, and pain. The Apostle Paul encourages believers to anchor themselves in their secure position as God’s chosen and loved people. By holding fa...

2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 | July 26, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith In this message from 2 Thessalonians 2, we explore the Apostle Paul's warning to a young church shaken by end-times predictions. Paul urges believers to avoid fear, deception, and distraction regarding the "man of lawlessness." Instead of obsessing over the identity of the Antichrist, true peace comes from fixing our eyes on Jesus Christ a...

2 Thessalonians 2:1-12 | July 26, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith In this message from 2 Thessalonians 2, we explore the Apostle Paul's warning to a young church shaken by end-times predictions. Paul urges believers to avoid fear, deception, and distraction regarding the "man of lawlessness." Instead of obsessing over the identity of the Antichrist, true peace comes from fixing our eyes on Jesus Christ a...

2 Thessalonians 1:3-12 | July 19, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith Pastor Todd opens a study in 2nd Thessalonians chapter 1. He explores how faith grows in the furnace of affliction. The early church in Thessalonica faced intense persecution, yet their spiritual lives flourished. This foundational text reveals that God uses trials to strengthen believers and make them worthy of His calling. Rather than sh...

2 Thessalonians 1:3-12 | July 19, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith Pastor Todd opens a study in 2nd Thessalonians chapter 1. He explores how faith grows in the furnace of affliction. The early church in Thessalonica faced intense persecution, yet their spiritual lives flourished. This foundational text reveals that God uses trials to strengthen believers and make them worthy of His calling. Rather than sh...

1 Thessalonians 5:1-10 | July 12, 2026 | Pastor Todd Smith In this message from Crossroads Church, Pastor Todd concludes the study of First Thessalonians by examining what makes a healthy, gospel-centered community. Drawing from First Thessalonians chapter five, he highlights the necessity of shared responsibility, comparing a thriving church to an Amish barn raising where every hand plays a part....