Post Sermon Reflections

Hosts Liam, Angela, and Jason continue their discussion on Romans 7, unpacking how God’s law exposes hidden sin and why awareness can intensify temptation. They explore Paul’s struggle, the idea of law as a diagnosis, and the role of Christ as the cure. The episode also covers practical responses: prayer, community accountability, and pursuing Christ so the law’s revelation leads to growth, not de...

In this episode the hosts unpack Romans 7, explaining what it means to die to the law and be united with Christ. They use practical illustrations to show how the law acts as a mirror that points us to our need for Jesus, while emphasizing that Christ and grace replace rule-keeping as the foundation of our righteousness. The conversation explores internal (Spirit-empowered) versus external motivati...

In this episode Liam, Audley, and Tim finish Romans 6 and unpack Pastor Brennan’s “pet rat” metaphor for the small but dangerous sins we coddle—like apathy, anger, sarcasm, self-righteousness, and bitterness—and how union with Christ changes our hearts. They offer practical guidance: honest self-audit using Scripture as a mirror, prayerful repentance, relying on the Holy Spirit, and seeking accoun...

Hosts Liam, Josh, and Angela unpack Romans 6, exploring the idea that every person serves a master—either sin or righteousness—and how our desires, prayers, and daily choices reveal who we truly follow. They discuss real-life examples of bondage and freedom, the cost and courage of walking with Christ, and practical steps like examining your priorities, praying for God’s will, and submitting to Hi...

In this episode, the hosts unpack Pastor Brennan’s Romans 6:12–14 message, exploring how the gospel frees believers from sin’s dominion and empowers practical growth in sanctification. They share relatable pro-tips—confession, reliance on the Holy Spirit, accountability, preemptive safeguards, and morning habits—to help listeners fight temptation, cooperate with God’s transforming work, and choose...

In this episode Brianna, Chuck, and Liam unpack Romans 6:8–11 and Pastor Brennan’s sermon on how Christ’s death and resurrection defeat the power of sin and death. They discuss the spiritual and physical implications of Jesus’ victory, how believers can hold an eternal perspective, and how to grieve with hope when loved ones die. The hosts also address assurance of salvation, the importance of pre...

In this episode the hosts unpack Romans 6, exploring what it means to be no longer slaves to sin while still struggling through sanctification. They discuss how true Christian identity shows up as gradual change, spiritual fruit, and a deepening desire to honor God. The conversation pivots to serving — why Christians tend to serve more, how serving flows from gratitude and following Jesus, and pra...

In this episode Liam and Jason unpack Romans 6, explaining what it means to be "dead to sin" and how Christ's death frees believers from sin's reign. They discuss sanctification as an ongoing process, practical struggles (temptation, relapse, relationships), and offer pastoral encouragement about assurance, growth, and community support. Through relatable stories and scripture, they balance grace...

In this episode Liam and Audley finish Romans 5 and explore the doctrine of union with Christ — what it means to be in Christ, Christ in us, to be like Christ, and to be with Christ. They explain how this union shapes our identity, perseverance, and daily struggles. They also discuss how to love God for who He is (not just for His gifts), practical prayer using the ACTS model, and how suffering an...

In this episode the hosts discuss Romans 5:12–17, exploring original sin, the purpose of the law, and how Christ is the "better Adam." They explain how the gospel not only saves but sustains our daily walk, offering assurance, forgiveness, and practical change. Listeners are encouraged to rehearse these truths regularly, live out radical forgiveness, and share the hope of the gospel with a dark wo...

Welcome back to another episode of the CrossPoint Podcast with Liam and Jason. They discuss ministries, missions, and Pastor Brennan’s sermon in Romans 5 about God’s love and suffering. The episode features a personal story of feeling God’s love in a difficult season, reflections on how suffering builds perseverance and character, and a call to resist spiritual entitlement by deepening scripture,...

In this episode of the Crosspoint Podcast Liam and two sisters in Christ unpack Romans 5 to explain why Christians can rejoice in suffering. They discuss how trials build endurance, character, and hope, share personal stories (including loss and redemption), and distinguish between different kinds of suffering. The conversation offers practical encouragement for believers facing pain, warns agains...

Hosts Liam and Tim continue their Romans series, exploring Romans chapter 5 and the central truth that justified believers have peace with God through Jesus Christ. They discuss the biblical line between being for or against God, the tension between Gods justice and mercy, and what it means to unconditionally surrender to Christ. The episode contrasts wishful thinking with confident hope, urges li...

In this episode of the Crosspoint Podcast, the hosts reflect on Elder Mark’s sermon from Romans 4 about God’s power to do the impossible and how believers often doubt or forget His work in their lives. They discuss practical ways to strengthen faith — remembering testimony, keeping a prayer journal, committing to daily time in the Word (First 15), relying on community, and bringing weaknesses to G...

Hosts Liam, Donna, and Chuck continue their Romans 4 series, exploring how Abraham and David are declared righteous by faith despite their flaws, and what true, fruit-bearing faith looks like in our lives. The episode offers practical counsel for facing loss, fear, and consequences—encouraging trust in God’s promises, the importance of community, ongoing repentance, and the tension of being simult...

In this episode we walk through Romans 3, exploring human depravity, God’s justice, and why the cross was necessary for redemption. Tim and Liam unpack how Jesus’ sacrifice satisfies divine justice, how Old Testament faith looked forward to that payment, and why the Trinity matters for atonement. They close with practical application: the gospel is both the basis of salvation and the means of dail...

The Crosspoint Podcast unpacks Romans 3:1–20, reflecting on the blessing of access to Scripture, the danger of growing desensitized to the gospel, and practical ways to evangelize through body, relational, and initiative methods. Hosts Brianna, Ollie, and Amber discuss Pastor Brennan’s sermon (including the “swimming the ocean” illustration), the realities of total depravity and total inability, t...

Hosts Liam and Josh discuss what baptism means, why it’s the first act of obedience for believers, and how it publicly identifies someone with the body of Christ. The episode celebrates 14 baptisms, shares powerful testimonies of transformation, and explains the church’s careful process to protect new believers and the congregation. Listeners are encouraged to support newly baptized members throug...

Join Liam, Donna, and Angela as they reflect on Romans 2 and the idea that true identity comes from a circumcised heart rather than outward rituals. They discuss why Paul repeatedly challenges reliance on symbols like circumcision and how the New Testament points to a deeper, heart-centered covenant with God. Through personal stories — from awkward faith moments to dramatic examples of serving und...

In this episode the hosts unpack Romans chapter 2, discussing how an overemphasis on law (legalism) misunderstands salvation, breeds pride, and blocks compassion. They contrast obedience as worship with trying to earn God’s approval and offer practical signs to spot legalism in our own hearts. Through personal stories and scriptural examples, they call listeners to trust Christ’s righteousness, pu...

In this episode the hosts walk through Romans 2:11–16, exploring God’s impartiality and how that truth should reshape the way Christians engage people beyond their comfort zones. They share personal stories of outreach, practical encouragement to put faith into action, and a reminder that the gospel calls us to go where people are. They also discuss sanctification using a “taste buds” metaphor—how...

On this episode of the Crosspoint Podcast Brianna, Jason, and Audley unpack Romans 2:6–11, exploring how God judges "according to his deeds" without contradicting salvation by grace. They connect Paul to James, clarify sanctification versus justification, and discuss how the gospel changes everyday life. The conversation also covers God’s wrath and love, practical steps to live with eternity in mi...

Join Liam, Josh, and Amber on the Crosspoint Podcast as they unpack Romans 2:1–5 and Pastor Brennan’s sermon about judging others. They explore when judgment becomes harmful, when correction is loving and necessary, and how humility, gospel-centered mercy, and community shape healthy discernment. Through personal stories and practical guidance, the conversation emphasizes compassion over condemnat...

Hosts Liam and Josh unpack Romans 1, discuss sexual sin and homosexuality, and share personal testimonies of struggle and transformation through Christ. The episode explores how to balance truth and compassion, practical ways the church can love neighbors who identify as LGBTQ+, and resources for recovery and community support.

Hosts Liam Gonzalez and Liam Castle discuss Romans 1:18–23, exploring how creation reveals God’s eternal power and how people exchange the Creator for idols. They reflect on examples from everyday life—work, family, ambition, and celebrity—and why those become idols of the heart. The episode challenges listeners to examine what they worship, offers practical questions to spot idols, and closes wit...