Cross Points Podcast

Join us today as we welcome Russ Tuttle the president and founder of the Stop Trafficking Project. Russ talks with us about sex trafficking in Kansas City. Although most people don’t fully understand, sex trafficking in Kansas City is a real problem. In this episode, Russ tells us how to “End it.” http://www.stoptraffickingproject.com/ Stop Trafficking FaceBook Page

Join us today as David talks with Pastor Andy Bondurant, family ministries pastor at Cross Points Church. Today, David and Andy talk about the awkward spiritual conversations that pop up at the most inopportune times. How can parents develop spiritually healthy kids? Listen in as we give a few practical tips to raising spiritually strong children.

Join us today as we talk with Pastor Matt Shirley.  He is the pastor at Park City Church in Overland Park, Kansas. Matt discusses his journey from Georgia to Kansas City with points in Boston and Scotland. He also shares the importance of finding rest in chaos. https://www.conceptionabbey.org/

Join us today as we talk with Phil Kriling. Phil has deep connections here in Kansas City. Phil was a pastor at Overland Park First Assembly for 29 years. He helped plant a number of churches in the city and currently helps to lead Caring for Kids. This organization helps partner churches, businesses and schools to champion the kids in our community. Learn More: https://www.411impact.us/

Join us today as David talks with Nick Jordan. Nick is a former State Senator as well as one of the former senior pastors of Cross Points Church. Nick shares his personal experiences with Presidents Jimmy Carter and George W. Bush. He also talks about his interactions with Billy Graham. Join us for this fascinating conversation.

This week’s episode welcomes Gregg Dennington.  Gregg is a missionary to Taiwan.  David talks with Gregg about his journey with cancer.  He and David then shift to talk about the faith that pleases God even in the midst of chronic illness. Come join us as we talk about faith, illness, death, and healing.

Happy New Year! David sits down and talks with Sandy Gould, a missionary with Wycliffe Bible Translators. In this episode Sandy reveals a whole new way to take a simple but effective deep dive into Scripture.

Today, Orah and David talk about A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, as well as, ghosts and what the bible has to say about this.

This week's episode welcomes Eva Dennington. Eva is a missionary to Taiwan. She and David talk about the concept of the UNDERDOG. Despite our inclinations to the contrary, every person has value and worth especially those who irritate us the most. Join us as we talk about finding "the gold" in the lives of those around us.

***Santa spoiler alert***Join us today as Orah and David talk about family Christmas Traditions. Orah shares her passion for Hallmark Christmas movies and her take and Santa Clause. David talks about his family's take on Santa Clause and the idea of imagination. We also invite you to attend our Christmas Pageant this coming Sunday, December 15th and our Christmas Eve Service Monday, December 23 at...

Join us today as we talk about the latest craze in personality tests; the Enneagram.  Orah and David debate the merits of personality tests. They'll talk about whether these tests are helpful or harmful. Do they help one become more socially aware or just reinforce bad behavior?   Free Enneagram Test https://www.truity.com/test/enneagram-personality-test The Book: https://www.theroadback...

Black Friday is a day of deals.  It’s the time of the year when retailers pull out all the stops to get you to browse their merchandise. Is Black Friday time for great deals or does it make you greedy?  Are you being frugal or excessive with your purchases? What’s on your Black Friday list? Join us today as we talk about how we spend our money and learn the one thing you can do to determ...

Join us today as we talk about the power of gratitude.  With depression at all-time highs, we talk about the antidote to depression; gratitude.  Learn as we talk about practical steps anyone can take to incorporate a lifestyle of gratitude in their daily routine.  We promise it will change your life!  Christmas Food or the Thanksgiving meal.  Which do you prefer?  Mic...

Join us as we talk about Kanye West and his quick rise to influence among the Christian community around the world. His “Sunday Services” are attracting hundreds of thousands of people who have never stepped foot into a church. Are Christian being too judgmental or is Kanye a flash in the pan? Listen in as we discuss this rapper turned preacher! Jesus is King Album - https://www.youtube.com/watch?...

Is God Sexist?  Was the punishment handed out in the Garden of Eden worse for women than it was for men?  Does God treat women with respect or is He only interested in men domineering women?  Join us today as we talk about a topic suggested to us by one of our viewers.

Join us today as we talk about the worldwide impact of the Harry Potter series. This series has sold more copies than any other book in the world except the Bible.  Is Harry Potter a subtle seduction capable of corrupting young Christians or is it more in the line of CS Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia?  Listen in as Orah and David talk about the history and story of Harry Potter and JK Rowli...

Join us today as we talk about the death penalty.  What is the Biblical perspective of capital punishment?  Is it right for the State to decide to take a life? What's your opinion? Comment below and let us know what you think. Find out more: Bryan Stevenson, Just Mercy.

Join us today as we talk about Mormons, otherwise known as The Church of Jesus Christ. We’ll talk theology and answer the question, “Are Mormons a subset of Christianity or are they a separate religion altogether.”

Join us as we talk about the people who got away with it...you know those who paid high priced lawyers to get out of prison, celebrities who used their fame to get their case dismissed and sports professionals who never faced justice.  What does the Bible have to say about justice?  Does everyone eventually face their misdeeds or do some people get a pass?

There are over 20 million refugees around the world. What is the Biblical perspective towards these displaced peoples? Join us today as we talk about refugees and Immigrants and the major divide in the Christian community about the solution to this worldwide problem.

Due to technical or probable Alien intrusion, our podcast sound may be a bit hollow.) Join us today as we talk about Aliens.  Seriously, we talk about E.T., Aliens and the theological controversies surrounding the idea of the existence of Aliens.  You might be surprised what Pastor David thinks about Aliens.  Listen in to this fun conversation!

Join us today as we pull back the curtain and spend time getting to know David and Orah! We'll discover what makes Orah and David tick.  Learn about their phobias, pet peeves and what laws they would enact if they were in charge.  Stick around for the fun!

Join us today as we talk about our parents and some of the things they did that we loved and other things they did that we didn't appreciate!  We've got some fun games and some great advice for parents.  We'll also talk about our Say Yes Campaign which seeks to raise money for our children's ministry space.  

Join us as we talk about the use of guns and gun ownership in the life of a believer in Jesus.  Should a Christian own a gun?  If so,  how should a Christian use a gun? David and Orah have very different perspectives.  It gets a little heated  Join us as we talk about this controversial topic.

Today we talk about ways in which the Church has shared its faith over the past several decades. From Horror films to street corners, the Church has shared its faith in extreme ways.  Join us as we tackle ways in which Christians ought to share their faith.