Listening WELL to the KING

Paul is reminding Timothy to keep a close watch on his life and teaching because both his salvation and the flocks salvation depends upon it.  Running from evil and pursuing righteous living pleases God. Paul also describes what a servant of God looks like... which helps us understand the importance of godly leadership. Pastor Rick taught this lesson at CrossPoint Church.

Paul want Timothy to keep reminding the flock about the Gospel and passing it on. He wants Timothy to understand that ministry is hard and involves suffering. But most of all, Paul wants Timothy to work on understanding and explaining God's Word. In fact Paul want everyone to do so because when they stand before God they will be approved.  Pastor Rick taught this text to Crosspoint Church.

Don't lose sight, ministry is hard but God will reward you. Be willing to endure anything if it means some come to Faith.  Pastor Blake Peterson gave this sermon at CrossPoint Church.

The apostle Paul is focusing on the critical.  He tells Pastor Timothy to be strong in his understanding of the Gospel so he can teach it and pass it on to those who do the same.  Pastor Rick spoke this message to CrossPoint Church.

Paul was hurt and disappointed by the deserters but so encouraged by the faithful. In spite of his loneliness, Paul was confident in God and His faithfulness.  Pastor Rick spoke this message to CrossPoint Church.  The Annual Celebration of God's Faithfulness meeting followed.

Paul encourages Pastor Timothy to fan into flame his spiritual gift which involves sharing the Gospel.  God gives believers a gift in order to help others. Let's use our gifts and make a Kingdom impact. Pastor Rick gave this sermon at CrossPoint Church.

Passing the baton well is critical for any relay team.  Passing the baton well is critical for the church. The Apostle Paul passes the baton well to Timothy who will pass the baton on to others. Pastor Rick taught from 2 Timothy at CrossPoint Church.

The mission at CrossPoint Church is: To teach people how to know, obey and enjoy Jesus Christ in order to share Him with others. The pathway of HOW we accomplish the mission is: Grow in your UP, IN, and OUT relationships which will surprise our world and grow His church. Pastor Rick taught this at CrossPoint Church on 240114.

Fishing was not the job that Peter was to return to after the resurrection.  Fishing was his old life not the life which God had called Peter. Jesus shows up, makes breakfast and gives them an abundant catch before reminding Peter what He had called him to do.  Jesus simply told Peter to feed His sheep and follow him.  How quickly we forget.  Pastor Blake Peterson shared this message to CrossPoint...

God's plan of salvation was well orchestrated.  Elizabeth, Zechariah, Mary, Joseph, Simeon, Anna, the shepherds, and the wise men all had a part in the Christmas Story. Thank you God for sending your son as a gift to mankind.  Pastor Rick spoke this message at CrossPoint church.

Ordinary shepherds were watching their sheep on an ordinary night when everything changed. Angels lit up the skies and shared the GOOD NEWS that Christ the King has been born in Bethlehem and laid in a manger.  The Messiah had arrived which meant the world could now be rescued. The shepherds went to see Jesus and then told everyone about it. Pastor Blake Peterson spoke this message at CrossPoint C...

Elizabeth and Mary had no regrets even though listening to God totally disrupted their lives. God honored their faith and we were blessed. God worked in an older couple and in a younger couple bringing Himself glory.  Pastor Rick spoke this message at CrossPoint Church. 

The Magi knew about God and listened to God.  Obeying God cost them, but also gave them a huge role in the lives of Mary and Joseph. Pastor Rick taught this message at CrossPoint Church.

Joseph walked with God. He listened and obeyed God in difficult times, in distant places and in everyday life.  He took God's Word seriously. Joseph inspires ordinary people to listen to God. Pastor Rick spoke this message to CrossPoint Church.

Hebrews 11 is filled with examples of God's kids trusting Him.  God loves it when His kids trust Him.  God's promises are sure even though we may not experience them until the Lord returns as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.  Meanwhile, God encourages us to fix our eyes on Jesus and run the race with endurance throwing off any hindrance that impedes the race. Pastor Rick Wager finishes the Hebrews...

God applauds both Israel's and Rahab's faith... both unlikely heroes.  Neither the nation or the person would normally be a candidate for the hall of Faith... but God sees it differently.  Pastor Rick talked about God's grace at CrossPoint Church.

God applauded Mose's parents and Moses for their faith.  They trusted God's Word and exchanged the unseen for the seen.  Pastor Rick preached this message at CrossPoint Church.

God applauded Joseph's faith. Joseph trusted God and made sure that his legacy lasted 150 years.  Pastor Blake Peterson challenged us to trust God and leave a legacy at CrossPoint church

God was gracious and faithful to Jacob. Jacob struggled with faith until his deathbed. God was pleased with how Jacob finished. Pastor Rick shared this message at CrossPoint church.

Most wonder how Isaac was included in the Hall of Faith... until Isaac shines at the end of his life.  God loves when we trust and obey Him even when feel our way is best.  Pastor Rick taught this lesson from Hebrews 11:20 and Genesis 25-27 at the CrossPoint Church.

Sarah's faith grew to a place where God used it in His Hall of Faith. How exciting to see Sarah learn from her mistakes and trust God for the impossible.  Pastor Rick  taught Hebrews 11:11 to CrossPoint Church.

Trusting God when it doesn't make sense makes you a hero. Trusting God when you doubt makes you a hero. Abraham was a hero. Pastor Blake Peterson shared his heart to the CrossPoint Church.

Noah banked on God's Words which pleased God.  Noah believed God even when circumstances did help his faith.  Noah is an unlikely hero.  Pastor Rick preached this message to the CrossPoint Church.

God is pleased by Enoch's faith, he trusts God.  Enoch walked with God for 300 years before God took him home. It is impossible to please God without faith.  Pastor Rick taught Hebrews 11:5-6, Genesis 5:21-14 and Jude 14, 15 at CrossPoint Church.

God is pleased when we have faith in His Word. It is impossible to please God without faith.  Faith means you can bank on God's Word even though His promises have not been fulfilled as of yet. Pastor Rick began this series at CrossPoint Church.