CrossWay Church

What if the true measure of faith isn't whether you receive a miracle, but whether you remain faithful when you don't? Hebrews 11 tells the stories of believers who experienced incredible victories and others who endured unimaginable suffering. Yet both groups were commended for the same thing: their faith. Integrity of faith is not measured by results but by remaining faithful to God through ever...

What do you do when the obstacle in front of you seems impossible to overcome? The walls of Jericho weren't defeated by military strength, strategy, or human ability — they fell through faith-filled obedience to God. In this message, Macky Shedd walks through Joshua 6 and Hebrews 11:30 to show how we can "trace" the faith of Joshua and find victory over the walls in our own lives — through godly i...

What does real faith look like when life gets difficult? Moses had every reason to stay comfortable in Egypt — power, privilege, and security — yet he chose to trust God instead of compromise. His faith was not passive; it was a resolve that refused fear, overcame failure, and held tightly to God's promises. In this message from Hebrews 11:24-29, we explore how the resolve of Moses' faith can help...

What if the trials you're walking through aren't meant to break your faith — but to build it? In this message from CrossWay Church's "Profiles of Faith" series, Macky Shedd teaches through the life of Abraham and the five tests every believer will face. We want the promises of God without the process, crowns without crosses, victory without vulnerability. But like a blacksmith tempering steel in f...

What do you do when God’s promise feels impossible? In this Mother’s Day message from Hebrews 11, Macky Shedd walks through the story of Sarah — a woman who went from laughing in doubt to laughing in delight. Through Sarah’s life, we see how fear, impatience, comparison, and disappointment can distort our faith, but also how God remains faithful even when we struggle to trust Him. This sermon expl...

Profiles of Faith, Part 3 — Pastor Macky Shedd | May 3, 2026 Noah didn't stumble into salvation — he built toward it. Pastor Macky walks through the life of Noah to answer two questions: WHY would I want a faith like Noah's, and HOW do I actually build one? The message closes with the surprising connection between the floodwater and baptism in 1 Peter 3:21. Scripture References: Romans 15:4 • Gene...

In Lesson 10 of It's Good to Be a Man (Men's Retreat 2026), Kerry brings the retreat home with a call to live for the kavod — the weight, majesty, and glory of God. Drawing from Psalm 19, Isaiah 6, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Galatians 1:10, Exodus 33, Luke 9:23, and Galatians 2:20, he lays out four marks of a kingdom man: living for God's glory, letting that glory simplify every decision, prizing God's...

In Lesson 9 of It's Good to Be a Man (Men's Retreat 2026), Olamide unpacks what it means to be a provider and builder. Drawing from Genesis 2, Colossians 3:23, 1 Timothy 5:8, Proverbs 6, Proverbs 21:5, 1 Corinthians 9:24, and Philippians 3:14, he calls men to embrace work as a gift, provide for those under their care, and pursue God's purpose with discipline — not motivation. Lazy men wait. Wise m...

In Lesson 7 of It's Good to Be a Man (Men's Retreat 2026), Mackie Shedd takes on what it means to build a godly household — one that doesn't just last for your kids, but for their kids and beyond. Drawing from Genesis 2, 1 Kings 2, 1 Peter 3:7, 2 Timothy 2, and Matthew 7, he calls men to drop the blame game, shamar (guard) their homes, lead their wives without fear, discipline their kids, and embo...

In Lesson 6 of It's Good to Be a Man (Men's Retreat 2026), Nathan Shedd tackles the lone wolf mentality head-on: a lone wolf is a dying wolf. Drawing from Proverbs 13:20, Proverbs 27:17, James 5:16, Ecclesiastes 4:9–12, Galatians 6:2, Acts 2:42, and 1 John 3:16, he lays out four marks of true biblical brotherhood — and challenges every man to choose whether he'll walk alone or walk together. Men n...

In Lesson 5 of It's Good to Be a Man (Men's Retreat 2026), TC challenges men to stop drifting into "marshmallow manhood" and step up as protectors who fight the good fight with strength, courage, and faith. Drawing from 1 Kings 2, 1 Corinthians 16:13, Jeremiah 12:5, 2 Corinthians 12, and Isaiah 40, this message is a call to "sack up" and become the men God created us to be — for our families, our...

"If men won't lead, something else will." That's the line Jake builds Lesson 4 of CrossWay's "God Said It Is Good" Men's Retreat around. Jake continues the retreat with a direct call: servant leadership isn't a personality type or a title — it's the God-given role every Christian man is on the hook for, and passivity is never neutral. Key takeaways: Servant leadership isn't optional — passive men...

"I have not been the man that God has called me to be." That's how Ben opens his confession in Lesson 3 of CrossWay's "God Said It Is Good" Men's Retreat — and that honesty sets the tone for everything that follows. Ben walks through God's design for men and women, the cost of male passivity, what it actually means to lead, and how you treat women as a clear test of whether you're really a man of...

If masculinity is a gift, what's the job description? In Lesson 2 of CrossWay's "God Said It Is Good" Men's Retreat, Carrie unpacks three things God designed every man to do — rule what's been placed under him, subdue what's trying to destroy him, and produce something that outlives him. This is Lesson 2 of 2 from the retreat, picking up where RJ's opening lesson left off and turning the gift of m...

Culture calls masculinity toxic. Scripture calls it a gift. In the opening lesson of CrossWay's "God Said It Is Good" Men's Retreat, RJ unpacks what biblical masculinity actually looks like — and why passivity, not aggression, is the real threat to men today. This is Lesson 1 of 2 from the retreat. RJ walks through Genesis 1, the role men played in the fall, the example of Jesus as the perfect man...

What if your life could walk so closely with God that it stood out in any generation? Enoch did. In this message, Pastor Macky Shedd continues Profiles of Faith by exploring what it means to walk with God daily — through worship, alignment, listening, and bold obedience. This is a reminder that real faith isn’t just believed — it’s lived. 📍 CrossWay Church — Columbia, Missouri 🌐 https://crossway...

What if your faith could outlive you? Abel's been dead for thousands of years — but Hebrews 11 says his faith still speaks . What does that mean for us today? In this message, Pastor Macky Shedd kicks off a new series by unpacking the life and legacy of Abel. You'll discover why your background doesn't define your faith, what it really means to bring an offering that honors God, and how Jesus' blo...

Faith is not just something we believe — it is something that becomes visible in the way we live. In this message from the Faithful series , we explore what the Bible teaches about faith that can actually be seen in a person’s life. Hebrews tells us that faith is the proof of things not seen , and throughout Scripture we see examples of people whose trust in God shaped the way they lived. From Abe...

Easter is more than a tradition — it is the moment that changed history. In this Easter message, “God’s Greatest Gift Was Empty,” we explore the meaning of the empty tomb and why the resurrection of Jesus is not just a theological idea but a historical event that reshapes our understanding of life, death, hope, and transformation . The resurrection reveals the power, love, and mercy of God , offer...

Faithfulness to God requires understanding both His kindness and His severity. In this message from the Faithful series , “How To Respond To The Kindness & Severity Of God,” we explore the powerful truth found in Romans 11:22 — that God reveals both mercy and justice in His character. His kindness draws us toward repentance, grace, and restoration, while His severity reminds us of the seriousn...

The conversation explores the themes of faithfulness, gratitude, and the superiority of Jesus as a high priest in the order of Melchizedek. It delves into the significance of Melchizedek, Jesus' appointment, and the power of an indestructible life, highlighting the connection between righteousness and peace. The conversation delves into the challenges of righteousness in a culture that opposes it,...

Anchored in Hope: Not Adrift in Anxiety | Faithful Series What does real biblical hope look like in a world filled with anxiety, uncertainty, and discouragement? In this message from the Faithful series, we explore how true hope is not wishful thinking but a confident expectation based on the promises of God. Scripture teaches that hope acts as an anchor for the soul, providing stability and assur...

How to Avoid a Scary Ending & Embrace a Better Ending | Faithful Series What does it take to remain faithful to Christ to the very end? In this message from the Faithful series, we examine Scripture’s warnings about drifting away from God and the call to persevere in faith. Through passages in Hebrews and the teaching of Jesus, we are reminded that the condition of our hearts determines how we...

The conversation explores the concept of faithful love and its reflection through intentional actions, enduring service, and community engagement. It emphasizes the importance of loving what is right, hating what is evil, and demonstrating love through intentional and enduring service. The role of community in fostering and nurturing faithful love is also highlighted. The conversation delves into...

Avoiding Spiritual Peter Pan Syndrome | Faithful Series Join us as we explore what it means to avoid “Spiritual Peter Pan Syndrome” — the danger of remaining spiritually immature instead of growing deep in Christ. In this message from the Faithful series, we are challenged to move beyond the basics of the faith, examine our walk with God, and pursue spiritual maturity marked by obedience, discernm...